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Sri Lanka’s President Extends Warm Wishes to the US President elect
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has congratulated Donald J. Trump on being elected as the 47th President of the United States. The message shared on his official X account, “Warm congratulations to President-elect Donald J. Trump @realDonaldTrump on receiving a strong endorsement as the 47th President of the United States of America. I look forward to engaging with your administration in realizing common objectives of our relations that are beneficial to the people of Sri Lanka and the United States.”
Yohani’s Debut Album “Kella”
South Asian pop sensation Yohani has achieved a remarkable milestone with her debut album “Kella” being officially submitted for consideration in the Best Global Music Album category at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards. This submission marks a historic moment, not only for Yohani but also for Sri Lankan music, as “Kella” becomes the first album from Sri Lanka to be considered for this prestigious global accolade.
It was a “Beetlejuice” of a Party in Simi Valley, Ca. Roger Weerasinghe’s 70th Birthday
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Birthday boy Roger with wife Helen at their beautiful home with gorgeous views in Simi Valley, Ca. |
Gerry, Rohan Roger
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Roger (Beetlejuice) sings accompanied by Patrick on the guitar. |
Patrick on guitar, Gavin sings (Elvis)
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Roger and Gerry |
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George, James and Evelyn |
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Evelyn and Kshirabdhi |
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Gina and Jayam |
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Roger and Manomi |
Refurbished Sir Mohamed Macan Markar Memorial Library opened at BIA College Galle
Al Bahjathul Ibraheemiyyah Arabic College in Galle, Fort reopened the newly refurbished Sir Mohamed Macan Markar Memorial Library on October 17, 2024. The occasion marked a significant milestone for both the College and the Islamic academic community in Sri Lanka. Graced by the Chief Guest Justice Muhammad Ahsan Marikar, Judge of the Court of Appeal of Sri Lanka, the event attracted scholars, students, dignitaries, and family members of the esteemed Macan Markar family. The Sir Mohamed Macan Markar Memorial Library was inaugurated on October 24, 1992, by Deshamanaya Alhaj M.A. Bakeer Markar, former Speaker and then Governor of the Southern Province, an uncle of the Chief Guest. The refurbishment has revitalised this critical repository of knowledge, cementing its importance for the Islamic Community in Sri Lanka.
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Sri Lankan talent in the Formula World |
| Sri Lankan rookie Yevan David is establishing a name for himself with his impressive racing philosophy and dedication to his race craft. Always hungry for more, he is locked in on making his debut in Formula 4 not only memorable but a stepping stone to beat his own limits in the future. Deemed as Sri Lankan pride in the racing sphere, Yevan David continues his upward trajectory and gives us a glimpse of how his debut season in Formula 4 has been. |
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‘The Most Desirable Island in the World’ award for Sri Lanka |
Sri Lanka has been awarded the title of ‘The Most Desirable Island in the World’ winning the Gold award at the 23rd Annual Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2024 in the United Kingdom (UK). Sri Lanka climbed from eighth place in 2023 to secure the coveted Gold award, marking a thrilling turnaround to accomplish this remarkable achievement reflecting the island’s captivating appeal and diverse offerings of tourist destinations that resulted in being voted by over 200,000 avid travelers from around the world.
The accolade was collected by the Sri Lanka Tourism Chairman Buddhika Hewawasam at the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2024 event which was held at the iconic Tate Modern in London, UK.
Jayam’s Choice Frank Sinatra “All of me!” (Please click on arrow)
Los Angeles Buddhist Vihara Mindfullness Meditation Center, Covina, Ca. Great Katina Chivara Pooja (Photos by Moran Moran)
“My Sri Lanka” by Siera Keyt (Please click on arrow)
Vote For Maithri Guneratne Parliamentary Elections in Colombo November 15th, 2024
Kaleidoscope With Savithri Rodrigo November 7th, 2024 (Please click on arrow)
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Obituaries – Sad News |
Gnanadevi (Devi) Peries – Attorney-at-law, Kegalle. Wife of E. Winston L. Peries, Presidents Counsel, Kegalle, Mother of Dhashyni, Nirupa and Roshan, mother-in-law of Dr. Aruna Milinda Senevirathna and Brian Saia, grandmother of Brandon and Caroline, Andrew and Sabrina, great-grandmother of Marigold and Posy, sister of late K. Balasingham, Dr. Vimala Ganeshanadan and Indranee Seevaratnam. Cremation was on November 9th, 2024 at General Cemetery, Kegalle.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Jalapeno and Shrimp Salad
Ingredients
- 1 iceberg lettuce, separated into leaves, or assorted leaves
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 12 ounces cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped green beans
- 1/2 cup chopped cooked carrots
- 1/2 cucumber, about 4 ounces chopped
- 2 hard- cooked eggs coarsely chopped
- 1 drained pickled jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
- salt
Method
1.Line a large salad bowl or platter with the lettuce leaves. Stir together the mayonnaise and sour cream and set aside.
2.Combine the shrimp, beans, carrot, cucumber, eggs and jalapeno, in a separate bowl. Season with salt.
3.Add the mayonnaise and sour cream mixture to the shrimp, folding it very gently, so that all the ingredients are well mixed and coated with the dressing. Pile the mixture into the lined salad bowl or arrange attractively on the platter and serve with salt.
This is the Best Time to Visit the California Desert Palm Springs, California
