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Could This Be The Legendary “Magic Bridge” Connecting India And Sri Lanka? – by Patrick Ranasinghe

Could This Be The Legendary “Magic Bridge” Connecting India And Sri Lanka? – by Patrick Ranasinghe Location The bridge starts as a chain of shoals from the Dhanushkodi tip of India’s Pamban Island. It ends at Sri...

Aug 3, 2021 | Comments Off

Veteran actress Hyacinth Wijeratne passes away

Veteran actress Hyacinth Wijeratne passes away Source:Dailynews Veteran actress Hyacinth Wijeratne has passed away, following a road accident at Lindula, Thalawakele, last night. She was 75 years of age at the time of...

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Isuru Udana retires from national duties

Isuru Udana retires from national duties Source:Dailynews Sri Lanka National Player Isuru Udana announced his retirement from National duties, with immediate effect. “I believe the time has come for me to make way for the...

Aug 3, 2021 | Comments Off

Giant freshwater prawn contributes to income enhancement of inland fishers-BY NIMAL WIJESINGHE Source:Sundayobserver Inland fisheries are crucial for many socially, economically and nutritionally vulnerable groups of people around the world. The increasing recognition of inland...

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“Kelly Klassics” – Malpass Brothers “Just Suppose” Country Road TV. Superb Song, Harmony by these two brothers is the best that I have heard in a long time Des Kelly...

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“THE GREAT ALEXANDER MOB”– by Des Kelly

“THE GREAT ALEXANDER MOB”– by Des Kelly Once again, something quite different from Maxwell Gerreyn, our Western Australian connection as far as e’Lanka is concerned. He has introduced this post himself, plus...

Aug 3, 2021 | Comments Off

Jonathan Antoine – Country Roads (A Music Video for Our Time)

Jonathan Antoine – Country Roads (A Music Video for Our Time) ...

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RIP ARDEN NELSON – by Upali Obeyesekere

RIP ARDEN NELSON – by Upali Obeyesekere Source:Peterite-Josephian FB Josephian-Peterite NEWS NETWORK has been created/Moderated by Upali Obeyesekere, an Old Peterite living in Toronto, Canada, who believes in the slogan, “Two brothers of the same Family” –...

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GRATITUDE – by Wijegunaratne, Admiral (Retired) Ravindra

GRATITUDE – by Wijegunaratne, Admiral (Retired) Ravindra An Admiral never took a flag lieutenant to honour his buddy who killed in action. Fast attack craft Commanding officer who rammed enemy suicide boat to protect...

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An encounter with JRJ and the start of the privatization of the production of electricity in Sri Lanka-by Vera Gamini Samarasinghe

An encounter with JRJ and the start of the privatization of the production of electricity in Sri Lanka-by Vera Gamini Samarasinghe Source:Island In 1987 I was awarded a Rolex Award for Enterprise by the Rolex...

Aug 3, 2021 | Comments Off

More on Lorenz and Daya Sahabandu

More on Lorenz and Daya Sahabandu Source:Island On one of those boring lockdown days of early June, Lorenz Pereira lit up The Sunday Island with a highly entertaining piece in which he recalled what...

Aug 3, 2021 | Comments Off

What is your preferred Jab?-by Dr Harold Gunatillake

What is your preferred Jab?-by Dr Harold Gunatillake Transcript: People are confused these days, to choose the vaccine of choice available- Pfizer or AstraZeneca, in Australia. The confusion starts with the publication of the efficacy...

Aug 2, 2021 | Comments Off

Danno Budunge – Soul Sounds

Danno Budunge – Soul Sounds Soul Sounds is a choir based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The choir first came into prominence as the Holy Family Convent Bambalapitiya school Senior choir, when directed by Soundarie David,...

Aug 2, 2021 | Comments Off

The Melbourne TCK OBA

The Melbourne TCK OBA Writing about the early years of the Melbourne TCK OBA takes me back to a gathering in 1975 to bid farewell to former principal Mr. Norman Walter. He was about to...

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COVID 19 Resources in Sinhalese & Tamil from NSW Health brought to you by eLanka

COVID 19 Resources in Sinhalese & Tamil from NSW Health brought to you by eLanka...

Aug 2, 2021 | Comments Off

From five dollars to a billion – learnings from an international hotelier’s success

From five dollars to a billion – learnings from an international hotelier’s success Internationally acclaimed hospitality veteran, hospitality management consultant and leadership coach, Shantha de Silva announced the launch of his first book: ‘BELIEVE: Helping...

Aug 1, 2021 | Comments Off

Sri Lanka ban trio over bubble breach

Sri Lanka ban trio over bubble breach Source:7news Sri Lanka cricket officials have banned three national team players from international cricket for one year and fined them $US50,000 ($A68,000) each for breaching a bio-secure...

Aug 1, 2021 | Comments Off

Sri Lanka, South Africa announce limited-overs series in September

Sri Lanka, South Africa announce limited-overs series in September Source:Icc-cricket South Africa will tour Sri Lanka for a men’s limited-overs series in September, with the teams set to clash in three ODIs and as many...

Aug 1, 2021 | Comments Off

National Zoo and Aquarium named first Sri Lankan leopards to be bred in Australia-by Georgie Burgess

National Zoo and Aquarium named first Sri Lankan leopards to be bred in Australia-by Georgie Burgess The National Zoo and Aquarium have named Sri Lankan cubs Asanka and Chatura. Picture: National Zoo and Aquarium...

Aug 1, 2021 | Comments Off

“ADVICE FROM ELVIS” – by Des Kelly

“ADVICE FROM ELVIS” – by Des Kelly He was taken away far too early, but as my good friend Chris Lawton also knows, Elvis, like so many “Stars”...

Aug 1, 2021 | Comments Off

‘Footloose’ – Dancing In The Movies

‘Footloose’ – Dancing In The Movies...

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The Journey – by Somabandhu Kodikara

The Journey – by Somabandhu Kodikara බලයි හාත්පස, සොයනු වස් පැන් පොදක්, නිවන්නට වෙහෙස මොහොතක්, තනිව දිගු ගමන් ගිය මගියා. පසු කරත වන පියස, දකී ගෙපැලක්, ගම්මානයේ ඉම. පැල්පතකි එය. මහලු හිමිකරු අසුන් ගෙන බිම හිදී...

Aug 1, 2021 | Comments Off

You and Me – by Lalith Paranavitana

You and Me – by Lalith Paranavitana Introduction by Des Kelly Listened to the song, a very difficult one to sing, and one that was possibly chosen by “The Voice”, himself. Many changes of key involved, plus...

Aug 1, 2021 | Comments Off

eLanka Website Designs – Delivers another highly successful web project for MGlobal Data Analytics Please see below the testimonial from MGlobal Data Analytics…. Dear Neil On behalf of MGlobal Analytics I am expressing my sincere THANKS...

Aug 1, 2021 | Comments Off

Uncle Percy is 85 today – by Rex Clementine by Rex Clementine Source:-island.lk Cheerleader Percy Abeysekara turns 85 today. In his own words, ‘two years younger than Sir Garry Sobers and fitter than Sobers.’...

Aug 1, 2021 | Comments Off

Lost Soul – Dilip Seneviratne – Piano Solo

Lost Soul – Dilip Seneviratne – Piano Solo “SOME SOULS ARE TOO BEAUTIFUL FOR THIS WORLD AND SO THEY LEAVE” – by Dilip Seneviratne The tune for “Lost Soul” Initially came about in 1995, Inspired by...

Aug 1, 2021 | Comments Off

Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 64 30.07.2021

Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 64 30.07.2021 The world’s largest, fastest & highest, headturning hats & headlining results, green buildings & greener apparel, equality for disability & equality for us machans in a super-packed Kaleidoscope this...

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Killi will loom even larger in death than in life

Killi will loom even larger in death than in life Source:-www.ft.lk It was early 2005, a few months after I had been made the CEO of Rivira Media Corporation. I had been warned that the...

Aug 1, 2021 | Comments Off

“KELLY KLASSICS” FOR e’LANKA – by Des Kelly

“KELLY KLASSICS” FOR e’LANKA – by Des Kelly “I’m glad for your sake, (but sorry for mine), DOUG. SAHM of the Sir Douglas Quintet sings this great song for you. He was found dead of...

Jul 31, 2021 | Comments Off

Elvis Lives 25th Anniversary Concert – by : Patrick Ranasinghe In commemoration of the 25th anniversary of his death, Elvis: The 25th Anniversary Concert Event was staged at the Pyramid Coliseum in his hometown...

Jul 31, 2021 | Comments Off

The art of building new content: Generative AI By Aditya Abeysinghe At present, regenerating images and audio from existing images and audio is a common activity. Most images are edited to attract viewers and audio...

Jul 31, 2021 | Comments Off

Dialog Axiata Group first Quad Play Telco in South Asia to receive ISO 14001:2015 certification Source:Island Reiterating its commitment to social, environmental and economic sustainability, Dialog Axiata PLC’s Environmental Management System was certified for...

Jul 31, 2021 | Comments Off

“HALFWAY TO A HUNDRED” – By Des Kelly Many of us have probably stopped, on our 50th birthday, to think about the significance of this particular day, and wonder what the following...

Jul 31, 2021 | Comments Off

Noel News – a New Financial Year

Noel News – a New Financial Year “It’s okay to celebrate your wins, but remember, wins are milestones, not finish lines.” DAVID MELTZER Welcome to another newsletter and to the start of another financial year. As...

Jul 31, 2021 | Comments Off

How to VISUALIZE Achieving What You Want Linh Pod discussion with her life coach – Uma Panch How to VISUALIZE Achieving What You Want // Visualisation can change your life forever. Ten years ago when...

Jul 31, 2021 | Comments Off

Maha Maluwa (Great Terrace) – steeped in history and legend

Maha Maluwa (Great Terrace) – steeped in history and legend By Arundathie Abeysinghe Maha Maluwa (Great Terrace) is an open park area located in front of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Dalada Maligawa) in Kandy, the...

Jul 31, 2021 | Comments Off

Watch Cricket T20 International Highlights – Sri Lanka vs India – July 2021

Watch Cricket T20 International Highlights – Sri Lanka vs India – July 2021 2nd ODI – Sri Lanka seal last-over win to level series 1st ODI – Win for India ...

Jul 31, 2021 | Comments Off

A Maritime Facility Center at the Port of Colombo | johnstan fernando

A Maritime Facility Center at the Port of Colombo | johnstan fernando ...

Jul 30, 2021 | Comments Off

What to Eat in Sydney: SRI LANKAN FOOD SYDNEY WITH OUR SRI LANKAN FRIEND (SRI LANKAN BITES)

What to Eat in Sydney: SRI LANKAN FOOD SYDNEY WITH OUR SRI LANKAN FRIEND (SRI LANKAN BITES) ...

Jul 30, 2021 | Comments Off

GOING INTO BAT FOR NEIL HARVEY

GOING INTO BAT FOR NEIL HARVEY A 19-year-old Neil Harvey walks from the pitch in 1948 accompanied by a young enthusiast Source:Digitaleditions Top: Neil Harvey in 2018. Above: Harvey in action in 1954....

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Sri Lanka repays US$ 1 Billion Bond Source:Dailynews Sri Lanka has transferred funds to repay a $1 billion bond by the Tuesday deadline, keeping intact its reputation for honoring debt as concern mounts about the...

Jul 30, 2021 | Comments Off

Moratuwa Jaycees stalwart dies in Stockholm Source:Dailynews Past President of Moratuwa Jaycees (Junior Chamber) Vimal de Mel passed away in Stockholm. De Mel was an active member of the Jaycees and played a key...

Jul 30, 2021 | Comments Off

The cold, hard facts about Flight BA38-by Capt G.A Fernando MBA

The cold, hard facts about Flight BA38-by Capt G.A Fernando MBA Source:Island In my many years of flying, I have noticed that in the western hemisphere, winter weather is usually worse after the New...

Jul 30, 2021 | Comments Off

Donations for shattered family-By Cam Lucadou-Wells Rithish Kirushnaneethan, 4, perished in a tragic house fire in Leonard Street, Dandenong on 25 July Community groups are rallying around a shattered family who lost their four-year-old son...

Jul 30, 2021 | Comments Off

Explained – What is DRS in Cricket? DRS Rules, Meaning, Full Form and Umpire’s Call Explained – What is DRS in Cricket? DRS Rules, Meaning, Full Form and Umpire’s Call Source:Cricnerds Technology plays a key...

Jul 29, 2021 | Comments Off

“To Sir, With Love” Tribute from Arjuna Ranatunga to R.Rajamahendran his mentor Source:Newswire Tribute from 1996 World Cup winning Sri Lankan Captain Arjuna Ranatunga to late R. Rajamahendran, Chairman of Capital Maharaja group. To...

Jul 29, 2021 | Comments Off

SOMASIRI DEVENDRA’S SUNDAY COLUMN, 25 JULY 2021

SOMASIRI DEVENDRA’S SUNDAY COLUMN, 25 JULY 2021 Look, sister, look! Isn’t that the rain that’s a-coming? Roaring, roaring, rolling over rocks and trees, Hard blows the wind; Hard strikes the lightning; Loud roars the...

Jul 29, 2021 | Comments Off

Killi Rajamahendran, Kerry Packer of Sri Lankan cricket-by Rex Clementine

Killi Rajamahendran, Kerry Packer of Sri Lankan cricket-by Rex Clementine Source:Island Kerry Packer was a godsend to Australian cricket. So was Killi Rajamahendran. At a time when cricket in Sri Lanka had no money,...

Jul 29, 2021 | Comments Off

Skincare routine for your workout

Skincare routine for your workout Whether you’ve always been a gym buff, or have only recently resorted to hitting that yoga mat while under lockdown, you know that working out takes a toll on your skin. While it’s...

Jul 29, 2021 | Comments Off

John Keells Properties welcomes new residents to The Suites at Cinnamon Life

John Keells Properties welcomes new residents to The Suites at Cinnamon Life Leading developer John Keells Properties has officially begun the handover of the first keys of the ‘The Suites’ residential apartments at Cinnamon Life. The completion and handover of...

Jul 29, 2021 | Comments Off

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