A group of 100 students from the Sri Lanka University Catholic Students Movement (SLUCSM) took part in a two-day residential exposure and spiritual program at St. Anthony’s Church, Colpetty, coinciding with the annual church feast. The students were able to prayerfully participate in the vespers, festive high mass and the procession and shared their experiences about university life with youth of the parish. We would like to extend our sincere gr
We give thanks for the life of our little angel Naomi on her 1st death anniversary. She was the beacon of light in our world. Naomi’s life was a dance of innocence, a symphony of laughter, a treasure of love. As a family we grew, learned, and loved, all through Naomi’s grace. She was our teacher, our inspiration, our guiding light. Her innocence taught us the beauty of simplicity and her gentle smile taught us the joy of living. Her love taught
The Annual Feast of Pentecost 2024 was celebrated as a rally by associates and membership of the ‘Kithu Dana Pubuduwa’ – The Apostolate of Renewal, recently. It was held in the Prayer Stadium of Sri Prasansaramaya at Walpola, Ragama. All who came had followed a preparatory novena (a devotion consisting of prayers or services on nine consecutive days) in their various communities. Each of the nine days contemplated different ideas related to the
Jesuit Fr. Aloysius Pieris (affectionately called Fr. Aloy) celebrated his 90th birthday on April 9, 2024 and I, as the editor of our Oblate Journal, ‘THE MISSIONARY OBLATE’ had gone to press by that time. Immediately, I decided to publish an article, appreciating the untiring selfless services he continues to offer for Inter-Faith dialogue, the renewal of the Catholic Church, his concern for the poor and the suffering Sri Lankan masses and to me
“The number of people who come to us to cure skin diseases, especially with regard to problems related to appearance, such as acne and black spots, has increased in recent years,” said the Chairperson of the Cosmetic Dermatology subcommittee, Dr. Nayani Madarasinghe. A survey conducted recently on people who opt for dermatology treatment shows that the society’s attention to such care and the need to seek treatment has increased.
Veteran director, composer and playwright Jehan Aloysius and his dynamic theatre company CentreStage Productions are now set to stage the spectacular new edition of ‘Rag’ – the musical- on July 19 and 21 at the Lionel Wendt Theatre, in Colombo.
The stage is set to honour one of Sri Lanka’s versatile singers this Saturday (July 13) at the BMICH. ‘Honoring the Legend Desmond De Silva’ is the latest concert presented by DK Promotions to celebrate the late singer’s life in song. This concert would be Desmond’s life story, taking the audience down memory lane to where he began his career in music. The show will commence at 7 pm.
The Sri Lanka College of Paediatricians (SLCP) in collaboration with the Sri Lanka College of Paediatricians Child Protection and also the Sri Lanka Medical Association have issued separate press releases to underscore the importance of protecting the rights, dignity, and privacy of children in Sri Lanka when the media reports on incidents connected to trauma.
The nation’s Life insurer, Sri Lanka Insurance Life (SLICLL) yet again outshines its own record to declare the largest Life Insurance bonus in the industry amounting to a staggering Rs. 11.2 Billion for 2023 to its policyholders.
This article is based on an interview done with Immigration and Emigration Department Controller General Harsha Ilukpitiya on the new e-passport system and new visa services that would be introduced to place Sri Lanka on the world map.
At a time when Sri Lanka is in search of a national hero and other powerful nations are trying to spread their ambitious nets here in this country, the islanders get an opportunity to remember a stalwart who pioneered the rebellion against the British. This hero is none other than Deinge Edward Henry Pedris whose 109th commemoration is set to take place at 4:30pm on July 7 (Sunday) at Havelock Town in Colombo near the Henry Pedris Statue. The org
Roma left us on the 20th of June and I had to accept that my sister, a very special person, was no more. I would like to share my thoughts on Roma, an undoubtedly beautiful, but even more importantly a person who was kind and generous to a fault. As kids, Roma, Alfie and I were very close as our mother was a single parent. Roma was always there for me and my ‘Akki’ (‘big sister’) would even join me for doll’s tea parties. On the weekends ‘Daddy’
‘My Heart to Yours’ is a book of poetry which is the personification of a teenage girl’s mind bleeding onto paper. Kavishanee Shangar aims to convey a message and tell a story. This book is a collection of poems written in the voice of a teenage girl living in a country that has yet to outgrow prejudice. Each poem is written in the form of a letter. The recipient is not named; rather, she invites all those who feel the same way to read. For exam
Sri Lanka, nestled in the heart of the Indian Ocean, boasts of a rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty. Positioned as a key nation in Southeast Asia, Sri Lanka is at a pivotal juncture for growth and development, drawing invaluable lessons from Indonesia’s dynamic trajectory.
The seventh Dancesport Championship 2024 Sri Lanka will strive to unite leading dance academies under one umbrella and promote ballroom dance as a sport in the country and in the international arena, renowned dance guru Kevin Nugara opined.
For any nature lover, a path off the beaten track is an adventure on its own. An occasional call of a Malabar hornbill, a leopard’s footprint and elephant excreta add more depth to the lush terrain along this scenic route via the Wilpattu National Park. Hence, environmental groups have been fighting to protect this route, known as the Puttalam-Marichchikadai route or B379 from being vulnerable to further destruction and chaos. But the Daily Mirro
In today’s interconnected global legal landscape, the enforcement of foreign judgments plays a pivotal role in facilitating international legal cooperation, ensuring justice, and upholding the rights of parties involved in cross-border disputes. Sri Lanka, guided by its legal frameworks and international commitments, provides a structured approach in recognising and enforcing foreign judgments, including those arising from divorce cases. This es
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