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Hilton Colombo hosts 33rd original Oktoberfest ‘26 in partnership with SampathCards and Visa
Darshin Pathinayake Chief Business Intelligence Officer Sampath Bank, Manesh Fernando General Manager Hilton Colombo and Area General Manager Hilton Sri Lanka Avanthi Colombage Country Manager Sri Lanka and the Maldives Visa and Himashini Jayatileke Senior Business Development Manager Visa. Second row – Kapila Mohotti Director of Food and Beverage Hilton Colombo; Nalin Dissanayake Director Account Executive Visa; Chirath Samarasekara Head of Card Centre Sampath Bank and Chamila Ekanayake Country Finance Director Hilton Sri Lanka. The Hilton Colombo presents the 33rd edition of ‘The Original Oktoberfest’ in partnership with SampathCards and Visa, from October 29 to November 7.
Elina Gunawardana makes her Victoria’s Secret debut, putting Sri Lanka on the global fashion stage
Elina Gunawardana has made her Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show debut, becoming the first Sri Lankan model to walk the iconic runway. For the 19-year-old from Colombo, the appearance marks a significant milestone in an international modelling career, and brings Sri Lankan representation to one of fashion’s most recognisable stages. Held on October 18 at Sony Pictures Studios in Los Angeles, the show brought together some of the industry’s most recognisable faces, including Gigi Hadid, Bella Hadid, Adriana Lima and Irina Shayk, alongside performances by Tate McRae, Megan Thee Stallion and KATSEYE. Against this international backdrop, Gunawardana’s debut marked a notable moment for Sri Lankan representation in high fashion.
Former diplomat Dhammika Kumari Semasinghe joins Alumex Board
Alumex PLC has appointed Sriyanee Dhammika Kumari Semasinghe to its Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director. Semasinghe, a former ambassador and career diplomat, has extensive bilateral and multilateral diplomatic experience gained over 29 years in the Sri Lanka Foreign Service. During her tenure, she promoted Sri Lanka’s diverse interests in the Republic of Poland, New York, Washington, DC and New Delhi.
5th Annual Ceylon International Film Festival – Santa Barbara, Ca. November 12 – 14, 2026
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Sri Lankan flavors take flight as British Airways partners with Hoppers London on new Colombo route
From 23 October 2026, passengers travelling to Colombo in British Airways’ Club World business class cabin will be treated to a specially curated menu inspired by Sri Lanka’s rich culinary heritage. Developed in collaboration with Hoppers London, the limited-time dining experience celebrates the distinctive ingredients, traditional cooking techniques and much-loved dishes that have long been part of the island’s food culture. For Sri Lanka, the partnership represents another opportunity for its culinary traditions to gain recognition on an international platform, bringing familiar local flavours into the premium cabins of one of the world’s most established airlines.
J Med Ten Year Anniversary 5000 Inc – John Amirthiah – CEO at the Omni Dallas Hotel in Texas
Farewell Party for Nandi and Shanthi Jasentuliyana who left Los Angeles for their new home in Colombo
St Joseph Hospital, Negombo Care around the lock – Within your reach
Dollar Rate today: Rupee appreciates slightly against US Dollar
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated slightly against the US Dollar across commercial banks in Sri Lanka, with the selling rate steady at Rs. 336. That is Rs. 1000 to 1 US Dollar.
Ruwan’s Cartoon for Halloween – A Little Sri Lankan Halloween Humor for Good News!
Our Talented Sri Lankan Baritone Gehan Cooray appears again at the famous Carnegie Hall in New York – Gets Top Billing!
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SLAASC Champion Trophy Cricket Tournament 2026, held on October 25th.
“On behalf of the Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC), I would like to extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who attended, watched the games, cheered for the teams, and supported our SLAASC Champion Trophy Cricket Tournament 2026, held on October 25th. I am happy to say that our tournament was a great success, and I sincerely hope everyone had a wonderful time enjoying the exciting matches, friendly atmosphere, and great community spirit.”
Sucharitha Randeniya
President (SLAASC)
Breakfast with Samantha at PGA West in La Quinta, Ca.
Sri Lanka Association (SLAASC) Christmas Saturday December 12th 2026
Jayam’s Choice Sohan Pieris with Jetliners “The Last Waltz” (Please click on arrow)
Rangabhisheka 2026 Lal Thilakarathna – Academy of Performing Arts
USMC Staff Sergeant Rajah Rutnam First Sri Lankan American Veteran
Happy Veterans Day – November 11, 2026
“Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo October 22nd, 2026 (Please click on arrow)
The Happy Baker, Stammer Challenges, Markets, Exports, Tourism & a new Kangaroo
Obituaries – Sad News
Sumanawhaie Kuruppu – Wife of Richerd Perera (former – Chairman, Town Council – Veyangoda (1967 – 1977), father of Seetha (Homagama), Wajirasena Perera (Retd. Prison Officers Welfare Association), Chandani Hewagama (Australia), Rampala Perera (Nelna Farm Ltd – Kirindiwela), mother-in-law of Ratnaweera Yapa (C.W.E.), Damayanthi (Retd. Teacher), Wijaya Hewagama (Australia), Manel (Veyangoda), died. Cremation was held on October 27th. at Niyandagala Crematorium.
Ranjit Hewagama, CBE, CSI – (Commander of the Order of the British Empire, Cross of Solomon Islands). Former Chief Parliamentary Counsel, Jamaica, Former Solicitor General, Solomon Islands. Husband of Sunimal (deceased), father of Rajit, father-in-law of Kisholi. Cremation was on October 26th, 2026 at the General Cemetery, Borella (Kanatte)
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Green Pea Salad
Ingredients
- 1 Bag Frozen Green Peas, defrosted
- 1 Apple chopped
- Grated Cheese 1/2 cup of Cheddar
- 1/2 onion chopped
- Chopped pickle
- Salt and Pepper
- Mayonnaise to taste
MIX WELL!
(RECIPE FROM BLOCK PARTY NEIGHBOR)