Britain’s brave bid to stop boat people runs into rights issues

In the second week of December, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak told parliament that in 2023, his government will announce new measures to curb ‘illegal’ immigration.

‘Prince of Peace’  at Christmas…!

Speaking about the Birth of Jesus hundreds of years before it happened, Prophet Isaiah announced, “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, ‘Prince of Peace’ ” (Prophet Isaiah 9:6).

End violence against women: Save $1.5 trillion a year

As we head towards the end of the year, many of us will soon be surrounded by our family and friends sitting around dinner tables as we celebrate the festive season.

“Leave judiciary from political interference” - Sandya requests President

Human rights campaigner and wife of disappeared journalist Prageeth Ekneligoda, Sandya Ekneligoda was recently listed among 25 female activists who made it to the prestigious BBC 100 Women....

FMSC convenes 19th ICBM

The International Conference on Business Management (ICBM) 2022 was convened for the 19th consecutive year by the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce (FMSC) of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura on December 8 and 9.

Let’s do more as members of the human family

When we are near to a Religious Festival – such as Christmas which is not too far away-there enters in our mind, a little bit more Humanity and Goodwill towards our fellow human beings.

Retired SSP S.B. Senaratne was an exemplary officer

Mr. S. B. Senaratne joined the Sri Lanka Police Department almost five decades ago and at the time of his retirement he had been functioning as the Director of Public Relations in the Public Relations Division of the Police Headquarters and was also well-known amongst the journalists for the valuable service rendered by him.

RSPOA conducts 41st AGM

The 41st Annual General Meeting of the Retired senior Police Officers Association (RSPOA) was held on December 3 at the Senior Police Officers’ Mess, Colombo 05.

STC Western Band presents ‘Musica Perpetua - Christmas Edition’

The Western Band of S.Thomas’ College Mount Lavinia is returning with their sixth concert ‘Musica Perpetua - Christmas Edition’ on December 20 at the Lionel Wendt Theatre from 7.00pm onwards after a break of two years.

Dentology Specialist Prof. Dias shared knowledge through programmes in Sri Lanka

My Dentist Pvt. Ltd. Is an established chain of dental clinics and is currently adopting a new look, which is in keeping with its tradition of continually providing the highest standards of dental care for patients.

Dentology Specialist Prof. Dias shared knowledge through programmes in Sri Lanka

My Dentist Pvt. Ltd. Is an established chain of dental clinics and is currently adopting a new look, which is in keeping with its tradition of continually providing the highest standards of dental care for patients. As part of this process, the company’s Director and member of the advisory panel, Prof. George Dias visited Sri Lanka to conduct two weeks of seminars in November.

Sri Lanka China Society granted 1000 scholarships

Friendship entered through the fabulous and traditional Silk Route from ancient China to this land many centuries ago. Since then China and Sri Lanka has established close relations in economic and cultural fields.

Play “This is not a gun” at Elphinstone on December 18: A lunatic and a monk on a liberation journey

The award-winning drama written and directed by Chamila Priyanka, “This Is Not a Gun” will be staged on December 18 at 3.30 pm and 7 pm at the Elphinstone Theatre in Colombo. It won....

Pension and Financial benefits at banks substantial

The age an individual must reach to be sent into mandatory retirement was amended to sixty years from the earlier specified age of sixty-five. Keeping with this change many employees....

“Mano Sonduru Ranga Soba” Best of Jayalath Manorathne’s theatre songs

“Mano Sonduru Ranga Soba”, an evening of theatre music, a collection of drama songs performed by Jayalath Manorathne from his ‘Mahagiridamba’ to ‘Handa Nihanda” will go on the boards....

How’s Christmas this year?

Christmas is one of the most heartwarming festival seasons that most countries celebrate with good food, gifts and parties one after the other.

The birthday of Ven. Galboda Gnanasara Thera falls today: Podi Hamuduruwo; an exemplary monk dedicated to social service

Poojacha pujaniyanam - Honour those who are worthy of honour; that is the highest blessing. The birth anniversary of Most Reverend Galaboda Gnanissara Thero (Podi Hamuduruwo), the Chief Incumbent....

Female Filmmakers to Combat Gender-based Violence and Promote Women’s Rights

It is important to train women in film-making. No doubt that the art of making films empowers women.” The Centre for Media and Information Literacy (CMIL) conducted two mobile short film trainings in Jaffna....

‘cyber discipline’ Creating change to help fight cybercrime

Lanka Change Agents, a voluntary organization, has created ‘cyber discipline’, a programme which pushes Sri Lankan authorities to amend....

JOURNALISM AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE 2021 23rd Edition

The 23rd edition of the annual Journalism Awards for Excellence programme culminating with the ‘Awards Night’ will be held in the Empire Ballroom of the Mount Lavinia Hotel on Tuesday, December 13.

SL food expert views top awards as icing on her cake

Dr. Anne Doloras Perera, who hails from Moratuwa and currently living in New Zealand, became the recipient of the most prestigious J.C.Andrews Award for Food Science and Technology in New Zealand for 2022.

A Legend of our times reaches his 90th milestone

Once Pope John XXIII, of revered memory said, “Men are like wine. Some turn to vinegar, but the best improves with age.

He had an illustrious career in the field of law

As I saw Rama’s life ebb away on that fateful night of December 6, I realised that my friendship with him -which spanned a period of nearly fifty years- was nearing an end.

The power of partnership

With decades of development coming undone in the face of an unrelenting economic crisis, private sector leaders are once again called to support humanitarian efforts,

Our Ocean At Risk

When it comes to a healthy ocean ecosystem, coral reefs are vital in providing habitats and shelter for many marine organisms.

Bouquet and brickbats from eminent lawyer to President

Today we are felicitating our president and deservedly so. The stated purpose is his completion of 50 years at the Bar. As everyone knows, you left us early for “greener” pastures.

Religious and Philosophical aspects of Buddhism

Buddhism originated in India in the 6th century BC. Today Buddhism has become one of the most popular religions with over 507 million followers worldwide. It is a non-theistic religion, as it does not believe....

Help needed for needy schoolchildren

Oblate Mission chief Fr. Sriyan Ranasinghe is making a fervent appeal to help schools where its students are unable to continue with their studies due to lack of text books and proper clothes. Fr. Ranasinghe says, “Today in Sri Lanka there are many children who are unable to purchase their needs for school a

Hospital where Rukmani was born now in shambles

The Late Herbert M. Senevirtne, who was living opposite my home at Thimbirigasyaya, was a script writer and lyricist. He was a close associate of Rukmani Devi. According to him Rukmani Devi was born in Nuwara Eliya. It is said

Puer Natus Est: The much awaited Josephian Carols 2022

To herald the Nativity season, St.Joseph’s College Maradana has finalised all arrangements to have its annual carol service on December 4 (Sunday) at 6.30 pm at the Rev. Dr. Stanley Abeysekara...