It is just over three months since my friend and colleague Aubrey passed away. We used to call him “Evergreen Aubrey” as he never seemed to age. Sumangalika, Aubrey and I were batch mates at Peradeniya University and remained close friends through the years.
Macao is a special administrative region (SAR) and is located on the southeastern coast of China and borders Zhuhai in Guangdong Province. It has a population of 676,000 and an area of 32.989km2. It became a Portuguese colony after China leased the territory as a trading port in 1557. Portugal ruled this territory until 1999 when it was transferred back to China. Known as Monte Carlo of the East, Macao is a famous gambling city.
The first-ever international education day was celebrated yesterday. The word ‘education’ was derived from “Educare, Educere and Educatum” in Latin. Those who render yeoman services to the education sector must realise they are carrying out an arduous task.
Born to a respectable family in Akurana, S.M. Jiffrey was a senior retired public servant who unexpectedly passed away on January 16 last year. I knew him from a very early age as we shared a family tree. His father was a prominent person whose qualities his son inherited. Both of us having been passionate Table Tennis players, we met often.
Over the past few weeks, social media had been abuzz with reported incidents of animal cruelty. One incident was reported from a chicken farm in Kobeigane where the watchman was seen shooting a dog and later assaulting it with the weapon.
The launch of Sri Lanka’s first-ever youth empowerment incubator, HYPE, is set to be launched on the January 25, 2020. Operating under the vision of creating youth inclusive sustainable development, HYPE is driven by two core objectives of youth empowerment and the creation of inter-stakeholder links.
The following is a transcription of the lively speech Parliamentarian Ranjan Ramanayake made on January 21 (Tuesday) in Parliament regarding the leaked telephone conversations, he had with prominent personalities, which have put the lawmakers in hot water.
Every office has a poet, and newspapers are no exception. But such talent rarely finds a means of expression, getting swamped under the daily routine. Kothmale Sirisena whose newspaper career started at the now-defunct Dawasa newspaper in 1980 (Since 1991, he’s part of the Daily Lankadeepa staff), is the author of sixteen books, including six books of poetry. He deserves to be taken seriously. His books, ranging from short stories to non-fiction
A study led by a young Sri Lankan marine biologist tells us that over 90% of small fish found in samples from Negombo, Kudawella and Trincomalee contain microplastics. In other words, if your diet includes small fish, you’re most likely ingesting plastic as well. Fish is widely considered as one of the healthiest foods, vital for wellness. It is rich in nutrients such as protein, vitamin D and Omega-3 fatty acids, important elements of a hea
Non-communicable diseases are the most prevailing health problem in today’s world. These diseases invade society without difference between age groups. The younger generation is also trapped in this critical health endanger which leads to an increase in premature deaths.
At 26, Noor* was a divorcee, a widow and a mother of a 9 year-old-boy. She was married twice, first at the age of 17 and later at the age of 23. She was deserted by her first husband when she was 18, just days after their son was born. She later found out that her husband had been cheating on her and then applied for divorce. Noor had to bring her son up as a single mother.
The freedom to choose is endorsed in most societies. Especially when it comes to tourism and aviation there are many choices that tourists or passengers can make according to their preferences from choosing an airline service to booking a hotel. What if the choices are manipulated and if a customer is inappropriately persuaded by a set of people who have hidden
Ananta Sustainables provides consultation services to enterprises that are keen to transition away from single-use plastic. Savera soon discovered that the biggest hurdle in their journey had been to make more people and corporates understand that there is a real need for alternatives for plastic. “In running community workshops around plastic consumption and waste,
‘Crossing Bridges’ is an Asian travel Photography programme, the 16th edition of which was organised by the Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation and held in Manila, Philippines last April-May. The event which was managed by Eduviges Y. Huang, the President of F.P.P.F. was participated by around 120 photographers from nine countries. Crossing
As a Buddhist country, Sri Lanka’s temples undoubtedly practise Metta (Loving Kindness) meditation and chant the Metta prayer, wishing ‘all beings to be happy’ and most importantly ‘free of suffering’ on a daily basis. But it is appalling to see the same places inflicting pain and allowing living beings to suffer while in captivity.
The Forum on Disarmament and Development (FDD) will launch three publications on, i) Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and Sri Lanka, ii) Why Sri Lanka Should Ratify the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) and iii) Why Sri Lanka Should Accede to the Nuclear Ban Treaty (NBT). The foreword for the three publications has been provided by Ambassador Jayantha Dhanapala; former United Nations Under-Secretary-General for
St. Peter’s College, Colombo 04, is a Premier Catholic school in Sri Lanka. It derives its vision and mission from the vision of Catholic education i.e. integral education. It has produced countless.....
Rev. Bro. Philip of Jesus passed away on January 3 to his eternal reward at Diyagala Boys’ Town in Ragama. Without any exaggeration, one could see him as a legend and saint. His devotion and uncompromising loyalty to the Catholic faith and religion has never been in doubt.
Mr. C. Narayanasuwami, formerly of the Ceylon Civil Service (CCS) and retired senior professional of Asian Development Bank at Manila in the Philippines, launched his book titled ‘Managing Development: People, Policies and Institutions’ on November 2 in Sydney, Australia. This was following its release in Colombo on August 29, 2019.
Year Twenty-Twenty dawned with hopeful rays flickering worldwide East to West, North to South, peace and tranquility will prevail islandwide Awaiting a bright future renewed hopes past contemplating Rebuilding economy retardation amid peaceful tidings
“Those were the days, my dearly beloved brother, when we flew around on the gossamer wings of love and laughter.” Yes, those were the wonderful and exquisite moments of our childhood and adolescence, which are etched so deeply in my heart, that they can never be erased.
The remains of three Sri Lankans who studied at the Western Caspian University (WCU) in Azerbaijan – who died on January 9 due to toxic suffocation after a fire broke out in the building they occupied at Baku – were repatriated on January....
A group of Sri Lankan university lecturers representing all State universities expressed their concern over the recent attacks across India following the introduction of the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act(CAA)
A record number of elephant deaths had been reported in Sri Lanka during the past year, according to a BBC news report. Citing conservationists, the report also highlighted that it was the highest number of elephant deaths since Sri Lanka became independent in 1948.
When news went round that a student at the Colombo University was severely beaten by a group of students, it didn’t take long for people to realise that this too would have been another case of ragging. Justifying suspicions, this case too was a retaliatory action to continuous ragging that existed within the Colombo University. Ragging within the local university system has
Canada issues travel advisory over serious risk in Arugam Bay
More countries issue travel advisories
Sri Lanka Tourism invites global travellers for upcoming season
Russian embassy urges citizens to stay vigilant in Arugam Bay
US Embassy issues travel warning for Arugam Bay
Immigration authorities to crack down on overstaying Russians, Israelis
Sri Lanka may face another economic turmoil: Sajith