Good News From Jayam March 15, 2022 Pls Scroll Down 35 items
Good News From Jayam March 15, 2022 Pls Scroll Down 35 items
Happy Mardi Gras, New Orleans March 2022
President Rajapaksa Opens Sri Lanka’s
Biggest Cement Factory by Lanwa
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa inaugurated the cement manufacturing facility of Lanwa Sanstha Cement Corporation Ltd., the largest cement factory in the country. They also laid the foundation stone for the proposed new steel factory. The investment for the new steel plant, which will be built on 250 acres of land is $400 million. The manufacturing process is scheduled to begin in late 2024.The investment for the cement factory, which commenced construction in March 2020, was $100 million. Covering an area of 63 acres, it is one of the largest cement factories in the South Asian region. The factory has an annual production capacity of 4 million metric tons and will supply 2.8 million metric tons to the local market.
New US Ambassador Julie Chung Calls on Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa
Commits to Boost Ties with Sri Lanka
New United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie J. Chung called on Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa at Temple Trees for the first time since assuming duties.The new US Ambassador emphasised that she was seeking to further strengthen the existing political, social and economic ties with Sri Lanka. Ambassador Chung said that the United States will help keep the Sri Lankan economy strong in the face of the COVID -19 pandemic and also expressed confidence that the US would assist in the development of Sri Lanka’s energy and tourism sectors.
Sri Lanka Day Expo and Parade 2022
Sri Lanka Tourism Flies Higher with Emirates Airlines Joint Promotions
Sri Lanka Tourism Chairperson Kimarli Fernando and Emirates Airlines Senior Vice President Commercial West Asia and Indian Ocean Ahmed Khoory with the signed agreement in Dubai along with Tourism Minister Prasanna Ranatunga and Sri Lanka Ambassador Malraj de Silva.The landmark agreement will see Emirates stepping up promotion of Sri Lanka as a safe and attractive destination for holidays. Since the reopening of Sri Lanka’s borders on 26 January post-pandemic, over 50,000 tourists have arrived in the country via Emirates. As per data issued by the Tourism Ministry, these Emirates flights have arrived from countries such as the UAE, Italy, UK and Germany.
Blessings and Pirith Ceremony to Commemorate 65th Anniversary of Establishing Diplomatic Relations
between Sri Lanka and China
On the occasion of 65th anniversary of diplomatic relationship between Sri Lanka and China,
the Sri Lanka-China Buddhist Friendship Association in collaboration with the Buddhist Association of China conducted a Blessing/Pirith Ceremony at the Abhayagiriya Temple in Anuradhapura and Sri Lanka Vidyalaya Maradana on 26th February 2022. The Buddhist Association of China made arrangements for the Venerable theros from the Lingguang Temple in Beijing and Putuao Temple in Guangdong to join the ceremony online. The Chanting
ceremony by the Chinese Buddhist monks was led by the Most Ven. Chang Zhang thero and Most Ven. Ming Sheng thero. Despite the COVID-19 related restrictions in China, the Ambassador, Dr. Palitha Kohona and four officers from the Sri Lankan Embassy also attended the event at the Lingguang Temple, a historic temple, where one of the two Tooth Relics of the Buddha is kept. The other is in Kandy.
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Yohani’s New Video-
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MasterChef Serves Up Tea-licious Partnership with Akbar Brothers
London – 25 February, 2022 – Banijay Brands has partnered with one of the world’s largest tea producers to inspire a truly scintillating collection of tea blends that are certain to win over any MasterChef judge.The partnership will see Sri Lanka’s Akbar Brothers create a unique collection of teas with a sense of flair, creativity, and quality that the MasterChef brand is known for.‘MasterChef: The Champions Collection’ will be available for tea drinkers worldwide with blends such as Ceylon tea, Earl Grey, Moroccan Mint, Jasmine green tea, Rooibos Orange, Masala Chai, and more. Alice Bernardi, Director of International Brand Licensing at Banijay Brands comments: “Akbar Brothers is a market leader in driving sustainable practices and renowned for creating high-quality products. This is a partnership that fits perfectly with the MasterChef identity, promoting the core values at the heart of the brand. We hope that millions of MasterChef viewers worldwide can now sit back and enjoy the show with a cup of tea from the Champions Collection.”
Samantha Weerasinghe Gunther Appointed to the Board of UN Women USA Los Angeles
Samantha Weerasinghe Gunther, is the daughter of first-generation Sri Lankan immigrants Ranjinie and Neville Weerasinghe. She is thought to be one, if not the first Sri Lankan baby girl born in Los Angeles, California! Currently, as a Marketing and Events Consultant utilizing her gifts of visualizing and creating engaging Marketing strategies and events she helps businesses thrive. Another passion is to foster positive change in this world. She is honored to be appointed on the Board of UN Women USA Los Angeles Chapter to help build awareness, empowerment, community, and the advancement of women.
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Dr. Ajit Yoganathan of Georgia, USA
Recipient of Lifetime Achievement Award
The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes the sustained outstanding accomplishments of an individual who has provided leadership and/or made a significant impact in basic, translational and/or clinical heart valve research. In line with the mission of the Heart Valve Society, the recipient has worked throughout their career to promote awareness, advance knowledge and innovate to reduce the burden of heart valve disease. The award will be given to a Heart Valve scientist, cardiologist or cardiac surgeon who is or has been actively involved in the Heart Valve Society.
The Inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award recipient is Dr. Ajit Yoganathan of the Georgia Institute of Technology.
Gagan Malik
(Star of Sri Lankan Film “Siddhartha”)
Enters 15-day Monkhood in Bangkok
Indian movie superstar Gagan Malik entered the monkhood at a temple in Bangkok. Malik was ordained at Wat Thatthong and will spend the next 15 days as a monk. Malik is one of the most popular actors in India. He has fans in many Asian countries, including Thailand. One of Malik’s best-known roles was as Prince Siddhartha in the Sri Lankan produced movie “Sri Siddhartha Gautama” in 2013, which depicted the life of the Lord Buddha.The movie soundtrack was dubbed in several languages, including Thai, and won several awards, including the best actor and best movie at the UN Vesak Buddhist Film Festival.
Lustre Designs Makes History as First Lankan Company to Win at Jewellery World Awards
Lustre Designs Corporation, Sri Lanka’s finest custom gem cutting lapidary for precious and semi-precious gemstone cuts, has made history by becoming the first Sri Lankan company to win an award at the prestigious Jewellery World Awards. The company was able to outshine several global industry leaders to win the Gold Award under the category “Outstanding Small Enterprise of the Year”. The brainchild of award-winning young female entrepreneur Vindya Perera, Lustre Designs Corporation is the first platform in
Sri Lanka to showcase the work of young and talented lapidarists with their uniquely thought-out gem faceting techniques that reflect in the beautifully designed custom-cut precious and semi-precious stones.
Charles and Claudette Schokman –
50 Years in Australia
“Life will have its thorns of grief and sorrow, deeply into the heart they press. But, on the same tree grows the roses, roses of hope and happiness”.Congratulations to Charles & Claudette Schokman and their daughter Fiona Grech who on the 25th February 2022 celebrates 50 years living in Australia. During this time, they have experienced many happy and joyous occasions, as well as some sad and difficult times. There have been seasons of highs and seasons of lows, of loss and success, but through all these changing scenes of life, the grace of God has carried them.
They count it a blessing and an achievement to have helped their father found an auxiliary of the Dematagoda Christian Guild in Australia (ASWG) and subsequently Operation Hope Inc. They are overjoyed to have given their daughter Fiona in marriage to Chris Grech and celebrate in their achievements.
Indunil and Aravinda Wedding – Photo by Andy Smarasena of Santa Barbara, Ca.
Alliance Finance clinches yet another international award in sustainability
Alliance Finance Co. PLC (AFC), Sri Lanka’s oldest finance company with over 65 years of expertise in offering affordable and inclusive sustainable finance solutions to empower the nation has clinched yet another international award in sustainability. The project which helped AFC win this important award was the “One million trees for unity” project. Speaking about this award, AFC Deputy Chairman and Managing Director Romani de Silva (above) stated: “We are truly honoured to be the recipient of this prestigious award. We at AFC, constantly thrive to be the best at what we do and this award is a testament to that. We look forward to continuing and improving our sustainable finance activities in the New Year and increasing the positive impact we make on the sustainable development of our nation”.
Jayam’s Choice
Monday, Monday! by the Mamas and Papas
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Evanjelin to Make the World Embrace
Sri Lanka
Born to Sri Lankan parents, Evanjelin Elchmanar, she is the first woman of colour to win the prestigious Miss International UK title. She will be representing the United Kingdom in the 60th Miss International beauty pageant in October this year, one of the big three competitions alongside Miss Universe and Miss World. The 21-year-old Evanjelin hailing from the City of Birmingham set foot in Sri Lanka on 3 February 2022 for the very first time in her life, and the main purpose was to join hands with Sri Lanka Tourism and make her contribution to destination marketing in the UK. In order to proceed with her charity projects, she has enthusiastically involved herself promoting Sri Lanka among UK travellers by visiting and showcasing the local attractions, culture, cuisine and most of all, the hospitality and the welcoming smile of Sri Lanka.
New Board of Investment Chairman
Raja Edirisuriya Assumes Duties
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Tamil Actress Akila Narayanan
Joins US Army as a Lawyer
Kollywood actress Akila Narayanan has stirred the attention of fans by enrolling herself as a lawyer with the United States Army. Akila made her acting debut with director Arul’s horror thriller Kadampari last year. She had to undergo the US Army combat training that ran into several months to enter the armed forces.After having successfully completed her training, the actress has now joined the US Army as a lawyer. Akila, who resides in the US, had also been running an online school of music called the Nightingale School of Music.
Sunil Wan Wala- the original song from the Movie “Aadara Kathawa” – Directed by Chandran Rutnam – Released January 1985 – By Shyamalee Seneviratne
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The new Bachchhan Paandey poster features Akshay Kumar and Jacqueline Fernandez as a romantic couple.The film also stars Kriti Sanon. Akshay is all set to be seen as a dreaded gangster in Bachchhan Paandey.The actor shared a new poster of the film, introducing Jacqueline Fernandez as Sophie.The poster shows the two sharing coconut water while looking into each other’s eyes.While Akshay is in a striped shirt and colourful turban, Jacqueline is in a shirt and has metallic chains around her neck.
Two Legends Singing Together
Alas! They are no more!
Top Photographer Andy Samarasena Meets Top Movie Actor Morgan Freeman
Al Jabbar
For Anaheim City Council
Sinhala and Tamil New Year
Woodley Park, Van Nuys, Ca.
Saturday April 23rd – Keep the date free!
“Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo
March 4th. 2022
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This week, Prime Group Kaleidoscope is all about World Wildlife Day, a buzzworthy young rapper, kerosene carts, women and water, an economic reset, a beach in peril, elephant dung gin & so much more.
Obituaries – Sad News
Shane Warne (52) Legendary Australia leg-spinner Shane Warne, one of the greatest cricketers of all time, has died of a suspected heart attack. “His management company said Warne had been found unresponsive in his villa on the Thai island Koh Samui..Despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived.
He is survived by his three children with former wife Simone Callahan.
Segarajasingham (Sega) Nagendra (82) Husband of Sarla, son of the late Dr Theagarajah and Annapurani, much loved father of late Kshirabdhi, and Prashan, father-in-law of Jekhan and Chameli, grandfather of Karnan and Suhit, brother of late Sri, late Bhavani Nadarajah, Shanthi Nadarajah and Nirmalan, brother-in-law of Pratap, Tylin, Ranjan Nadarajah, Shobana, Suresh Murugaser. Cremation was on March 2nd, 2022 at Hindu Section of Kanatte Cemetery.
Rohan Chandrasekara (56)
Funeral Information
at Lighthouse Memorials & Receptions, McMillen Center, 1016 W. 164th Street, Gardena, Ca. 90247.
on Friday, March 11th, 2022.
Viewing from 2 pm. Funeral Mass at 3.30 pm. Eulogy at 4.30 pm.
Padmadevi Matilda Peiris (89) passed away peacefully in Clovis, Ca. on March 8th, 2022.
Padmadevi was the beloved wife of late Lucas Peiris. She is survived by her children First Lady Ioma Rajapaksa and Samantha Peiris, son-in-law President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, daughter-in-law Cheryl Maljine Peiris, grandchildren Manoj Rajapaksa, Esuri Peiris, Sayuri Peiris, granddaughter-in-law Sevwandie Rajapaksa, and great-granddaughter Dulanya Rajapaksa.
Brian Michael Ferreira – Son of late Percival Monford (Sweetie) and late Bertha Henrietta, brother of Terrence (AUS), Emil (Canada), Desmond (AUS), Penny, Dennis (USA), Pam (Canada), Dawn (AUS) and Ann (AUS), brother-in-law of Sheryl, Zinora, Charmaine, Maria, Sherajh and Ranjith, uncle of Karlyn, Shane, Jason, Corinne, Kevin, Jonathan, Howard, Warren, Jessica, Joshua, Rebecca, Roshan and Tania. Funeral was on March 3rd, 2022.at General Cemetery, Borella (Roman Catholic Section).
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
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Spring Break in Los Angeles!
World Scout Day Marked under the Patronage of the President
World Scout Day celebrations and the presentation of Presidential Scout Certificates were held under the patronage of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Secretariat. The World Organization of the Scout Movement is the largest international voluntary organization for children with over 52 million children in 172 countries. The highest award a Scout can receive is the President’s Scout Medal.
Video Attached! US Ambassador Designate to Sri Lanka, Her Excellency Julie Chung Meets For Virtual Engagement with the Sri Lankan American Communty Hosted by SLF International, USA
“The Sri Lankan American Community had the privilege to meet with the United States Ambassador Designate to Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Her Excellency, Julie Chung, for a Virtual Engagement hosted by the Sri Lanka Foundation International, USA on Friday, February 11th, 2022 at 12.00pm, PST.”
See attached link to watch the complete video.
The Sri Lanka Embassy in Beijing celebrates the 74th Anniversary of Independence
The 74th Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka was celebrated at the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Beijing. The Ambassador invited Chinese friends to visit Sri Lanka when the Chinese border controls are relaxed. He invited Chinese investors to consider Sri Lanka as their preferred destination for investments. Referring to the bilateral trade, the Ambassador said that Sri Lanka has many more routes through which to enter the lucrative Chinese market.
The traditional oil lamp was lit by the Ambassador, Embassy staff and the Sri Lanka community members. This was followed by religious observances conducted by six Buddhist monks from the Lingguan temple, led by the Most Venerable Shi Chang Zang Thero, Vice President of Buddhist Association of China with five other monks.The Independence Day message of H.E. the President, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, was screened. Addressing the gathering, the Ambassador, Dr. Kohona, stated that Sri Lanka has been successful in vaccinating 85% of the population. He thanked for the support extended by China, in particular, for the vaccination drive.
“ELVIS” trailer
Coming to a theater on June 24th, 2022
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Aussie “Opener” Ashton Agar is
Proud of his Sri Lankan Origin
Ashton Agar, who opened batting for Australia in the third T20I in Canberra, has a Sri Lankan origin. While his father is an Australian, the mother is a Sri Lankan, Sonia Hewawissa. Ashton is the grandson of Nala Hewawissa who played cricket for Dharmaraja College, Kandy. Sonia, who emigrated to Australia in 1974, says her eldest son is proud of his Sri Lankan descent.
J Med Supplies CEO John Amirthiah
Takes a Break in the Snows of Big Bear, Ca.
With His Daughter
Queen Elizabeth recognises Lankan Charity Founder with Commonwealth
Points of Light Award
Queen Elizabeth II, as Head of the Commonwealth, has recognised Deborah Edirisinghe, representing Sri Lanka, as the 211th Commonwealth Point of Light in honour of her exceptional voluntary service supporting and caring for disadvantaged children. Debbie, aged 38, is the founder of ‘Child Action Lanka’, a network of children’s shelters based in the city of Kandy which cares for over 1,500 children. Deborah leads a team of 110 volunteers to deliver a holistic approach to care which targets the underlying causes of inequality and provides development that is sustainable and community-based.
Jayam’s Choice
Oldies But Goodies
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Mahindra & Mahindra Launches Sri Lanka’s First-ever Locally Assembled Single Cab
Mahindra and Mahindra Automotive Division International Operations Head Sachin Arolkar, CEO Veejay Ram Nakra, Ideal Group Founder/Chairman Nalin Welgama and Deputy Chairman Aravinda De Silva at the launch of locally assembled new Bolero City Pik-Up Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M Ltd.) and Ideal Motors yesterday began deliveries of the new Bolero City Pik-Up in Sri Lanka first single cab pick up to be assembled in the country.
Highlights from the Ceremony Vesting the Port City Colombo Marina Promenade open to the public
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Commercial Bank Wins ACCA Best Sustainability Reporting Award – Dialog First Runner Up
Fifteen awards presented across seven industry
categories for 2021
Commercial Bank of Ceylon came up trumps in the sustainability stakes when it won the overall award for the Best Sustainability Report 2021, while Dialog Axiata was adjudged overall first runner up at the CCA Sustainability Reporting Awards 2021. Commercial Bank also topped the Banking category in which Seylan Bank and National Development Bank (NDB) were joint runners up. Dialog Axiata won the General Services Category. Photo: Overall winner at the ACCA Sri Lanka Sustainability Reporting Awards 2021 – Commercial Bank of Ceylon & Runner Up Dialog Axiata. Standing L to R: MD/Group CEO of ComBank S Renganathan, Chairman Member Network Panel ACCA Sri Lanka Nandika Buddhipala, Chairman ComBank Justice K Sripavan, Chief Guest SDG Integration Specialist UNDP Sri Lanka Dulani Sirisena, Group General Counsel/VP of Dialog Axiata Trinesh Fernando, Head of ACCA South Asia Cluster Nilusha Ranasinghe.
Thath Jith Dance Foundation
Now enrolling
Classes Start on March 5th, 2022
Prasanna Yamasinghe – thathjithdance@gmail.com
Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka
Advisory from the Chairman
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François-Prins with baby Leopard
at the Dehiwela, Ceylon Zoo (Circa 1992)
“First time I toured the country. As the war was on restricted, Jaffna Trincomalee 2011”
Return to Goodness
(Foundation of Goodness)
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Anjuli Appapillai (Anna) captained MIT Graduate Women’s Ice Hockey Team ~ 2005-2008
Anjuli Appapillai is currently pursuing her PhD in mechanical engineering at MIT. She completed her Master’s at MIT in 2006, which focused on the electrochemistry and microstructure of improved electrode materials for lithium-ion batteries. Her research interests stem from a desire to develop renewable and clean energy technologies and improve energy storage. Before coming to MIT, Anjuli earned her Bachelor’s in mechanical and materials science engineering at UC Berkeley in 2004. Outside of the lab, Anjuli enjoys playing sports, including ice hockey, squash, and running, as well as artsy 
crafts, such as crocheting, sewing, and paper crafts.
Laptops For Sajith Bandara
and Punsala Hewage
Sajith is a first year medical student at Sri
Jayawardanepura University. His partner is Punsala Hewage. She is also a first year medical student at the same University. She entered Uni from Furguson College Ratnapura. Sajith was introduced to us by Rev. Buddhadatha Thero of the Bahirawakande temple in Kandy. Sajith was a student at Dharmarajah College in Kandy.
We have sent Rev. Buddhadatha Thero two laptops that he requested – one of them will be given to Sajith.
“There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved.” Maheshi & Janith.
(Andy Samarasena Photography)
Thaminie Perera’s Rendition of
” The Impossible Dream.”
Dedicated to her father Gratien Weerasinghe
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“When Sri Lankan Friends Meet Their
American Friends – Monterey Park, Ca.” (Circa?)
An undated photo of Rajah Rutnam’s family with close friends. Mary and Piet Van Calbergh with their children Maki and Casey, Rene and Iswari Camou, Aadil Abdeen, Carl Fernando, Patsy, George, Victor Munasinghe, Indrani Wye, Dennis-Andre.
Sinhala & Tamil New Year Celebrations 2022
Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC) at Woodley Park, Van Nuys, Ca. on Saturday April 23rd, 2022
Anuk Arudpragasam’s ‘A Passage North’
in 2021 Booker Prize longlist
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“Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo
February 25th. 2022
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It’s TGIF and Prime Group Kaleidoscope today is about the pangolin, wonder cruises, heavy strawberries, Jurassic jawbones, growing brands, hot nai miris, developing skills, Ukraine’s impacts & lots more. And don’t forget we have a free speedreading programme with Sanjeev Jayaratnam to give away!
Obituaries – Sad News
Dr. Kumar Rupesinghe (79) passed away at his home in Colombo on February 19, 2022. His wife Marit and two children Anja and Natasja were by his side. Kumar was the son of Leslie Rupesinghe and Olga Perera. Brother of the late Ajit Rupesinghe and Pravin and Sonali Perera. There will be a memorial service at a leter date.
Julian Fernando
passed away at Kansas University Hospital, of a massive stroke while being prepped for a heart transplant. Ex husband of Shirani Kaushalya, father of Emesh, Rumesh and Destiny.
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Leela Wickramaratne – Retired – Mahaweli River – Valleys Development Board & the founder of the Granville Wickramaratne Boys’ Home, Gonawala, Kelaniya. Wife of late Granville Wickramaratne (Former Principal, Biyagama Central College), sister of Sunethra, late Sujatha, Upatissa, Sunil, Upali Ariyawansa and sister-in-law of Dharmasiri and late Stanley Wickramartne, passed away on 25th of February 2022. The viewing & the funeral will be held on Saturday 26th 2022 from 7.45 a.m. onwards. “The Restpect” Jayaratne Parlour Borella. Cremation at 4.00 p.m. at General Cemetery Borella.
1950’s TWA Promotional Film
“FLIGHT TO CEYLON” SRI LANKA COLOMBO TRAVELOGUE
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Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Home made (sri lankan home) This recipe has been
requested many times by several parents. I have now
replied to all of you by sharing it with all of you. Enjoy!
MARSHMALLOWS
Ingredients
3 standard measuring cups water
4 envelopes of unflavored gelatin
packets
3 Measuring cups granulated sugar
1 1/4 measuring cup of light Corn Syrup
1/4 tspn. Salt
2 tspns. Vanilla extract
1 measuring Cup of Confectioners powdered
sugar
METHOD
1.Cover the bottom of a 9×13″ glass baking dish
with foil and coat with nonstick spray.
2.Pour 3/4 cup water in the bowl of an Electric
Mixer and sprinkle the gelatin over the water.
Let this stand till the gelatin melts, about 5 minutes.
3.Pour sugar, corn syrup,salt and remaining 3/4 cup
water in medium saucepan, fitted with a Candy
Thermometer. Bring to a boil on high heat. Cook
until mixture reaches soft ball stage 238-240 degrees.
Remove from heat.
4.With the gelatin mixture on low speed whisk adding
hot syrup to the to the gelatin mixture pouring it down
the side of the bowl. Gradually increase speed to high
until it forms stiff peaks, 15 minutes.
5.Pour into oiled baking dish and smooth the top with a
spatula, uncovered at room temperature until firm. 3 hours
OR overnight.
Sift 1/2 cup Icing sugar on top of parchment pan. Spray
knife with oil (spray) and cut 2″ pieces and roll them in
Sugar.
*TIP.
Prepare your icing sugar with cornflour,this keeps any
moisture forming and helps keeping it dry. Once totally
covered with this mixture,store it in a plastic bag and
keep it in an air tight container.
You can also divide this mixture, add a drop of your
choice of color and different flavors and make it
in a pretty bowl of light (pastel shades) or in AN AIRTIGHT
Large bottle which has a tight cover.
Any questions or requests, Email me:
“Enjoying the beautiful beaches of Sri Lanka”
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President to Roll Out 1,000 New
National Schools Establishment Program
Bringing ‘Vistas of Prosperity’ to the forefront, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will ceremoniously launch the 1,000 new national schools establishment program, covering all nine provinces. The inaugural ceremony of the 1,000 new national schools establishment program will be held at the Siyambalanduwa Maha Vidyalaya in Monaragala today at 10:30 a.m. auspicious time with the blessings of Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and by the invitation of the Leader of the House of Parliament and Education Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, President’s Media Division said.
Alliance Finance Secures USD 10 mn
From Netherlands’ FMO
Sri Lanka’s oldest finance company, Alliance Finance Company PLC (AFC), has received the second tranche of USD 5 million from the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank (FMO) as part of a long-term financing facility of USD 10 million to expand its growing portfolio of MSME business. AFC secured this USD 10 million facility from the Dutch entrepreneurial development bank FMO in mid-2021 and received the first tranche of USD 5 million on July 1, 2021 With an investment portfolio of EUR 6.3 billion, FMO is one of the largest European bilateral private sector development banks with investments in 85 countries. This financing series is also a significant development for the country’s MSME sector, which is considered as the backbone of the economy. Romani de Silva, Deputy Chairman and Managing Director of AFC said.
Shanghai Cooperation Council Awards Twentieth Anniversary Medal to Ambassador Dr Palitha Kohona
Ambassador Dr Palitha Kohona was among the selected ambassadors to be awarded the Shanghai Cooperation Council’s twentieth anniversary medal for contributing to the Organization’s development and progress. The award ceremony was attended by all the member states of the SCO and other invited guests.
Some Great Things Sri Lankans
Achieved in 2021
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Christmas in Colombo 2021
Students of Sunflower Montessori School, Van Nuys, Ca. visit Owner Iswari Camou in Glendora, Ca.
Laju and Anurag Choudhry attended Iswari Camou’s Sunflower Montessori School when they were three and four years old. One of their favorite teachers was Jeanne Page Mather. They visited Iswari and Rene’s home in Glendora, Ca. with their Mom Rajashree during the Christmas season. Now Laju has a clothing line called “lacedbylaju” and Anurag is an executive in the movie industry.
Cruisin’ to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
For The New Year on the ‘Grand Princess’
The Grand Princess arriving at Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Ringing in the New Year on the deck of the ship.
Champagne, Music and Dancing.
Eight people took the five day cruise to celebrate 2022.
From left are Sandra, Taz, Gina, Sanka, Errol, Jilska, Ishani and Jayam.
‘A kiss is just a kiss!’ Sanka wishes Ishani on their 28th wedding Anniversary. The waiters, maitr’d, head waiters and crew sang the Anniversary Song. A special singer from the crew serenaded them by singing “My Way.” (That’s Camelia at the back. She was a riot)
Our fantastic waiter Daniel from Serbia and his able assistant Camelia, from the Phillipines, kept us laughing and took good care of us. They asked the cook to prepare special Indian food. Buriyani, chicken curry, pappadams and chutney. We also had lobster, prime rib and creme brulee.
Arriving at Cabo!
Brave enough to eat Mexico’s famous “street tacos.” They wouldn’t give us a table for eight! The food was great! Service was horrible! But we enjoyed.
Jayam’s Choice
“Can’t Help Falling in Love” by Elvis Presley
we celebrated his 84th Birthday on January 8th
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Rhythm of Beauty – Anna-Marie Ondaatje
We have known her for her flair for rhythmic gymnastics. However Anna-Marie Ondaatje was recently back in the spotlight for another reason. She made her debut into the world of beauty pageants, an ambition she had been cherishing all these years, to follow the footsteps of her paternal great aunt Maureen Hingert who was runner-up Miss Universe 1955.
Street Food in Sri Lanka
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Prithi Fernando’s Cocktail Party
in her Luxurious Penthouse
at Colombo City Center Residences
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People Finding People
Still Looking for:
Mercy Fonseka
(used to live in New York)
Pls contact jayam2424@yahoo.com
World’s tallest Netball lady 6’10” is from little town Jaffna(right). From left Olympian sprinter Susanthika Jayasinghe, Cricket Captains kUmar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardena.
Two Legends Singing Together
Alas! They are no more!
David Weinman Celebrated his 50th
Wedding Anniversary with wife Doreen-Ann and Family in Australia
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Happy New Year From
Agnes and Michael Thambinayagam
They Passed Away in 2021
Never to be Forgotten
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“Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo
January 7th. 2022
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Wishing you the very best in 2022, here’s what unfolds on Prime Group Kaleidoscope this week – the wheels turn in the EQXX and the Orient Express plus a turbo stove, a book man adds to feel good stories and a candid young politician plus much more.
Obituaries – Sad News
Desmond de Silva (77) The veteran Sri Lankan singer passed away in Melbourne, Australia of a heart attack. Regarded as the ‘King of Baila’, the legendary singer was born in Matara. He launched his career in popular music in 1963 as the lead vocalist of the Fire-Flies. He also performed with leading Sri Lankan pop groups – ‘Spitfires,’ ‘Gabo and the Breakaways,’ and the ‘Jetliners.’In 1976, he decided to form his own band, “Desmond and the Clan”, which performed in various countries in Southeast Asia.
Sir Sidney Poitier (94) has died. The actor, activist, director and ambassador became the first black man to be awarded Best Actor at the Academy Awards in 1964 for Lillies of the Field.
Over the course of his illustrious film career, Poitier was nominated for a further two Oscars, 10 Golden Globes and six BAFTAs, as well as receiving eight Laurel nominations.
Dinesh de Soyza passed away recently in Sri Lanka under tragic circumstances. Son of Sumana and the late Dr Tony de Soyza. Brother of Ishani (Australia) and Rajith (Arizona).
Jeya Ratnanather – Passed away on December 17, 2021. Wife of Leslie, mother of Chanath (USA), Shamindra (USA) and Iyendra (Canada), daughter of the late R.I. and Vaida Fernandopulle, sister of Deva, Neil, Renuka (all predeceased) and Ermina, passed away on 17th December 2021. Due to the ongoing pandemic, a private funeral was held on the same day.
Lucky de Chickera’s Book About the
Tsunami that hit Sri Lanka
This book is fiction based on fact; on the Dec 26th 2004 Tsunami that ravaged Countries in S. ASIA. The story is about a fisher family living in Hikkaduwa and the travails that they were faced with on account of this catastrophe. He has authored five books since 2010 and sold in many Countries. Lucky was shortlisted for the Gratiaen and also nominated for the State Literary Award.
The author’s contact details are 011 2715343 TP, and lucky.eldece.dechickera@gmail.com on email.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Stir-fried shrimp with Tamarind
Ingredients
2 Tablespoons tamarind Paste
2/3 cup boiling water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons palm sugar
2 tablespoons chicken stock or water
1 tablespoon fish sauce
6 dried red chillies, fried
1 pound uncooked shelled shrimp (leave the tails on)
1tablespoon finely chopped garlic
2tablespoons fried sliced shallots
2 scallions, chopped to garnish
a handful of cadjunuts to garnish
METHOD
1.Put the tamarind paste in a small bowl, pour over the boiling water and stir well to break up any lumps. set aside for thirty minutes. Strain, pushing as much of the juice through as possible. Measure 6 tablespoons of the juice,
which is the amount needed, and store the rest in the fridge. Heat the oil in a wok. Add the chopped onion and fry till golden brown.
- Add the sugar, stock, fish sauce, dried chillies and the tamarind juice, stirring well until all the sugar dissolves, Bring to a boil.
3.Add the shrimp, garlic and shallots. Stir-fry for about 3 -4 minutes until the shrimp are cooked.Garnish with the chopped scallion and sprinkle the cadju on top (if desired).
4.Serve with a bowl of steamed Rice .
Serves 4-6.
I hope all of you stayed safe,followed the rules and had as happy a holiday Season as you could and are safe.
Aunty Roma.
Please email me for all your questions and requests.
A Wild Leopard in the Jungles of Sri Lanka
(Preserve our Beautiful Natural Sri Lankan Heritage)
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President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today released a thousand ecological floating islands to Beira Lake initiating the purifying process of the lake. Beira Lake has been polluted due to unauthorized urbanization and improper upgrading of sewerage infrastructure in Colombo. The “Ecological floating islands” method was implemented under the guidance of Chairman of Land Development Corporation, Retired Major General M.R.W. de Soyza.Ecologist Ranoshi Siripala points out that the experiment conducted for water purification by planting plants such as Cannas, Savandara and Heliconia using PVC pipes,bamboo and foam mattresses as floating supports has yielded successful results.
Raja Edirisuriya Takes Over as BOI Chairman
Leading civil engineer and former Ambassador to Brazil, Raja Edirisuriya has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Investment by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
Edirisuriya took up his appointment on 15 December. Currently the Colombo Port City Development Project Executive Project Management Director, Edirisuriya previously served as Chairman of the Urban Settlement Development Authority (USDA), Sri Lanka State Engineering Corporation (SEC), and Mihin Lanka Airlines.
Holy Family Convent Bambalapitiya AGM – Christmas Party 2021
The Holy Family Convent AGM and Christmas Party 2021 was held recently in Altadena, CA. The luncheon event was well attended by members and their spouses.
Samantha is Mary at Calvary Chapel
in Chino Hills, Ca. – Depicts the Mother of Jesus Arriving in Bethlehem
This weeklong event was attended by thousands
(Samantha’s Mom is Sri Lankan!)
Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu is Crowned
Miss Universe 2021
India’s Harnaaz Sandhu waves after being crowned
Miss Universe 2021 during the 70th Miss Universe
pageant on December 13 held in Eilat, Israel.
680 Pound ‘Queen of Asia’ Natural Blue Sapphire Unveiled in Sri Lanka
Officials in Sri Lanka unveiled a gigantic (683-pound corundum blue sapphire recently, they claim is the largest of its kind in the world. Local gemologists, who have examined the sapphire, said it was one of the rarest gems ever found due to its size. It has been aptly named “Queen of Asia,” but international organizations are yet to certify the precious stone. Found three months ago in a gem pit, the sapphire was put on display at the home of one of the gem pit owners in Horana, south of Colombo.
One of the foremost writers on Education is Goolbai Gunasekara” says Jezima Ismail commenting on this book which is a series of articles on Education along with the writer’s frequently amusing experiences as Principal of Asian International School. Subjects widely range from ‘Bullying’ to ‘Noise Control’ in schools to ‘Ragging’ and University Problem related topics. A strong sense of humour runs right through which make the articles eminently readable. According to Dr. Rajiva Wijesinge’s foreward, “One feels spurred to help the nation achieve the vision she so entertainingly puts forward.”A fascinating sequel to “It’s The ‘Principal’ Of It” published around five years ago, “The ‘Principal’ Factor” is a book not only for parents and teachers but for everyone “Enjoying an eye catching style delightfully etched out ,” as Jezima Ismail writes.
Rs. 400.00 – Available at all SARASAVI BOOK outlets
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Jayam’s Choice
“Auld Lang Syne”
Rod Stewart
Jingle Bells With Sinkari Twist
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“J Med” Celebrates Christmas
at Lakers Basketball Game
J Med Christmas Party 2021 started off with a Secret Santa gift exchange and ended with a night spent at Staples Center for a Laker game.
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Vijay Amritraj Foundation
Golf, Tennis and Gala Dinner Fundraiser
at the Westin Hotel and Resort
in Rancho Mirage, Ca.
Italian Embassy in Colombo launches
‘Dolce Vita in Serendib’
Speaking at the launch event of the book, Ambassador for Italy in Sri Lanka and the Maldives Rita Mannella who penned the book together with renowned writer Savithri Rodrigo (above) said, “The idea of publishing a recipe book showcasing Italian cuisine came to my mind almost immediately on my arrival.’ Dolce Vita in Serendib is a book of art styled with Italian recipes, a true feast to the eye and a banquet for the palate.
Sri Lankan Referee Nelka Shiromala Thampu
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Congratulations to Yoshi and Shehan on their Achievements – Sons of Mangala
and the late Mangala Jayakody
“Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo
December 24th. 2021
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President Assures Constitutional Amendments
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa yesterday assured that action would be taken to amend the Constitution and introduce a new Electoral System to the people as promised. President Rajapaksa said corruption and fraud would not be tolerated and that all officials should work for the people by making a commitment in this regard. The Government will not offer any excuses but will forge ahead with its development and welfare drive, he added. President Rajapaksa was addressing a ceremony as the chief guest at the Sri Lanka Army’s 72nd Anniversary event at the Gajaba Regiment Headquarters in Saliyapura, Anuradhapura.
“Our Goal is One Million Chinese Tourists to Sri Lanka” Dr. Palitha Kohona
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to China Dr. Palitha Kohona speaking at the Innovation and Development of Cities Summit, attended by many Chinese tour operators and environmental NGOs, encouraged Chinese tour groups to direct at least a million tourists to Sri Lanka. These attractions were on top of its magnificent historical sites, sacred Buddhist places of worship, including the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, the fragrant tea gardens and kilometers and kilometers of unspoilt and uncrowded beaches, capped by a million smiling faces and unmatched hospitality. Later the giant Caissa Travel Group (among the top five in China) made a firm commitment to the Ambassador to make its best efforts to send one million tourists to Sri Lanka when travel restrictions are lifted.
Japanese Girls Sing Sri Lankan National Anthem at Minamate Peace Pagoda
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Jonathan Sassani of San Francisco Surprised Wife Jenai on Their Wedding Anniversary
With a Trip to Bora Bora
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Dr. Nandi Jasentuliyana, Dr. Mrs. Karunatilaka, Dr. Yasantha Rajakarunanayake, Dr. Richard Gunasekara,
Dr. Karunatilake, Shanthi Jasentuliyana, Wathsala Niranjan, Randil Niranjan, Dilip Niranjan at a felicitation dinner at the Pacific Palms Resort on October 22, 2021.
Dr. Lakshman Makandura, Dr. Yasantha Rajakarunanayake and Dilip Niranjan
Dr. Yasantha Rajakarunanayake addressing the felicitation gathering at Pacific Palms Resort.
Gina and Jayam Rutnam, Dr. Lakshman Makandura,
Dr. Yasantha Rajakarunanayake, Randil Niranjan, Wathsala and Dilip Niranjan.
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Sizing Up The Port City of Colombo
Raja Edirisuriya
Rumesh Fernando Son of Shirani Kaushalya of Los Angeles, Ca. Married Joy Ganzon
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Manike Mage Hithe” Live Mashup Performance by Yohani
at Colombo Fashion week 2021
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Pasyala Cashew Sellers Upbeat Over Arrival of Foreign Tour Groups
While welcoming the decision taken by the Government to open the country for foreign tour groups despite the Covide-19 pandemic situation, the traditional cashew sellers in Bataleeya Pasyala have requested Sri Lanka Tourism to help them promote their long standing cashew nut business after a lapse of several months.Making a written request to Tourism Minister Prasanna Ranatunga, Cashew Sellers Association (CSA), President Kalugama Aratchchige Surasinghe requested authorities to direct all local tour operators and tour guides and drivers who transport foreign tourists from Colombo to various destinations including Kandy, Kurunageala, Sigiriya, Dambulla and Kandalama along Kandy Road to make a brief pause at the cashew village at Bataleeya Pasyala to assist traders to revamp their lost business opportunities again.
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New Bishop of Kandy – Dr. Valence Mendis
Pope Francis has appointed Dr. Valence Mendis as the new Bishop of Kandy. He succeeds Dr. Vianni Fernando, who has retired recently. Bishop Mendis will continue to be in charge of the Chilaw diocese as well. Born on 21 May 1958 at Koralawella in Moratuwa, he was ordained on 20 July 1985.
“I Still Call Sri Lanka Home”
Alston Koch Sings to the Prime Minister, Envoys and other Dignitaries
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SUCCESS STORY – Foundation of Goodness
Reconciliation Through Language
The Foundation of Goodness is delighted to announce that our very own Kanthi Lanka, is the one of 8 teachers especially selected to teach Tamil Language via National Television for children who are unable to access online education during this pandemic! Ms Kanthi Lanka teaches Tamil Language for our beneficiaries at the Centre of Excellence in Seenigama and we are extremely proud of her achievement.Many congratulations to her and we wish her every success!
Old Josephian’s Sports Club
Past Presidents (Circa 2006)
Standing – Lalith Ganlath, Lakshman Silva, late Chrisso Fernando, Manik Pereira. Seated – late Derrick de Zoysa,
Felix Perumal, Harry de Sayrah, late Philip Kulatunga and Jermyn Fernando. Photo taken at Manik Pereira’s residence, roof garden.
Lahiru Madushanka Featured on Ada Derana Main News Bulletin about Editing
“Free by Noon” Movie
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Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo
October 22nd, 2021
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Record breakers, pot weddings and the Ave Maria add to discussions on mandatory jabs, fuel formulas and phobias. Here’s your happy dose of Prime Group Kaleidoscope!
Obituaries – Sad News
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Hassina Leelaratne (73) of Los Angeles, a
Alice Robinson a longtime resident of Vancouver, Canada passed away September 6th, 2021. Beloved wife of Rodney. loving mother of Kevin and Stewart..sister in law of Father Theadore Robinson St Anthonys College Kandy..a devout Roman Catholic all her life.. the angels descended and took sweet Alice to walk among the saints. Sleep well Alice. you will be truly missed..
Patsy Rutnam
ISHAN ALI (Old boy of Wesley College/Rugby Captain 1983) passed away in Eastvale, California, USA on September 30th. Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilaihi Raajioon. Husband of Shahnaaz, father of Tahani and Malik, son of M. Munaver (Ex-Army) and Nona Fareeda, son-in-law of Firoza and TB Badurdeen, brother of Roshan (Tyrone), Rohan (Terrance) and Roshina (Roshi), brother-in-law of Yasmin Muthaliph (USA), Danaina (USA), and Tuan Packeer (Australia), uncle of Akilah, Reina, Sumaiyah, Nyala, Johara, Azeem and Yamin. Janaaza took place on October 1st 2021 after Jummah prayers followed by Janaza prayers.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Pollo en Mole de Cacahuete
(Chicken with Peanut Mole Sauce)
Ingredients
1 4-pound stewing chicken,cut up
8 cups water
4 stalks celery with leaves
1 medium carrot, sliced
1 small onion, cut up
2 sprigs parsley
2 teaspoons instant chicken boullon
granules
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 of a ten ounce can (2/3cup)
tomatoes with green chillies
2 slices white bread (torn)
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
4 whole cloves
3 whole blackpepper corns
1/2 inch stick cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon chilli powder
1 small garlic, minced
METHOD
Place chicken pieces in Dutch Oven with water.
Add celery, carrot, onion, parsley, bouillon granules,
and pepper. Bring to boiling. Cover and cook over
low heat 2 to 21/2 hours or till chicken is tender.
Remove chicken pieces. Place in a 2 quart casserole.
Strain broth; skim off fat.Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the
broth for sauce (cover and refrigerate remaining broth
for another use.)
To prepare mole de cacahuate, in blender container
place the reserved chicken broth,tomatoes with green
chillies, bread, and peanut butter. Cover and blend till
smooth. Turn into 2-quart saucepan. With mortar and
pestle crush cloves, pepper corns, and cinnamon well:
add to saucepan long with chilli powder and garlic.
Bring to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered,
15 to 20 minutes or till thickened, stirring often.
Spoon mole de cacahuete over chicken in casserole.
Bake,covered,in 350* oven 30 to 40 minutes or till heated
through.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.
Please call me or email me with any questions or requests
you may have.
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Plans to Bring the Children’s World Closer to Them – President
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said plans are being implemented to bring the children’s world closer to them expeditiously. President Rajapaksa in his message to mark World Children’s Day which fell on October 1, said the restrictions imposed on the imagination of the entire generation of children and their world are many in the face of the current global pandemic. “The school classroom and the playground are still at a distance from our children. It has become a priority of the government to revive all those lost aspirations of the nation’s children in a secure manner. All our plans are being implemented to bring the children’s world closer to them expeditiously.
A Proud Grandfather – President Rajapaksa
Finally Gets to see his Granddaughter
President Rajapakasa took the opportunity to see his grand daughter for the first time in Los Angeles, when he went to the USA to attend the United Nations General Assembly. The beautiful baby girl is the daughter of President Rajapaksa’s son Manoj and daughter in law Sewandi.
Yohani to be Made
Tourism Brand Ambassador
Young singing sensation Yohani de Silva is to be made a brand ambassador to promote Sri Lanka’s tourism industry in line with the Expo 2020 exhibition in Dubai. Subject minister Prasanna Ranatunga has informed the Cabinet that a cultural variety show with Yohani is planned as part of the National Day of Sri Lanka feature at the global festival on 3 January next year. Also, there are plans to release a music video that she writes and sings on the journey highlighting the beauty of Sri Lanka, he has said. Yohani rose to global fame with her cover version of ‘Menike Mage Hithe’, reaching nearly 140 million views on YouTube.
Karolina Portsenko Plays Yohani’s Menike Mage Hithe at Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, Ca.
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Gamini Jayasinghe’s Birthday Celebrated with a Fundraiser in Bradbury, Ca.
Gamini Jayasinghe celebrated his birthday on October 9th with a fundraising Dinner Party at him and his wife Nalini’s beautiful residence in Bradbury, Ca. Over one hundred guests were invited to the event and all indicators pointed
to a successful evening of charity for a good cause. All revenues from the fundraiser will be sent to the Lady Ridgeway Hospital c/o Dr. Chaturi Senanayake in Colombo, to help in the treatment of sick children with Covid 19.
Robin Vanranzow’s 80th Birthday Party
in Glendale, Ca.
Robin Vanranzow of Glendale, Ca. celebrated his 80th birthday with a party thrown by his wife Susan for friends and family. Robin’s daughter Susie Upton produced a beautiful presentation of photos of Robin in his youth. Photo also shows Robin’s grandson Von Upton. The event was catered with hoppers and wonderful curries by Asanka.
Sashee Chandran – Tea Drops
For Bringing Innovation to the Tea Industry
The daughter of immigrants from China and Sri Lanka, Sashee Chandran grew up steeped in the ritual of making tea. But the slow process of brewing loose-leaf tea didn’t fit into her Silicon Valley tech schedule as a digital marketer at eBay. After tinkering in her kitchen, she finely ground and compressed the leaves into a product that simply dissolves in water—no tea bags or strainers required. Fast-forward five years and Tea Drops, the company, has raised $8.4 million to date and is on track to pull in eight figures in revenue in 2021. The product is on shelves in 2,000 retailers nationwide, including Whole Foods and Costco.
Former Cricket Captain Arjuna Ranatunge
Event at Residence of
Malith and Shashika Mendis in Camarillo, Ca
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How Merck’s Antiviral Pill Could
Change the Game for COVID-19
A new drug by Merck significantly reduces the risk of hospitalization and death in people who take it early in the course of their COVID-19 illness, according to the interim results of a major study released. It is the first oral antiviral found to be effective against this coronavirus. People who took this drug, called molnupiravir—four pills twice a day for five days—within five days of showing symptoms were about half as likely to be hospitalized as those taking the placebo. They were also less likely to die, with eight deaths in the placebo group reported within a month of treatment and none in those who received the medicine.
Jayam’s Choice
“Don’t Cry For Me Argentina”
by Madonna
Mihiri Tillakaratne of Los Angeles, Ca. Appointed Associate Editor at “Lion’s Roar”
Mihiri Tillakaratne recently became an Associate Editor at Lion’s Roar, where she focuses on Asian American Buddhist stories. Lion’s Roar, the largest-circulation Buddhist print and online publication in the English language, consists of Lion’s Roar magazine, the journal Buddhadharma, and the Lion’s Roar podcast. As a Sri Lankan American Theravada Buddhist, Mihiri knows how important it is to highlight the complexity of Asian American Buddhist communities on a national and international scale. Mihiri Tillakaratne is a PhD Candidate in Ethnic Studies and Gender, Women, and Sexuality at UC Berkeley, where she researches the Sri Lankan diaspora. She has a M.A. in Asian American Studies (UCLA) and a M.A. in Ethnic Studies (UC Berkeley), and graduated from Harvard with a major in History and a minor in Religion. Mihiri is the director of I Take Refuge, a documentary on Sri Lankan American Buddhist identity, and the founder of Sri Lankan Americans for Social Justice.
Fearless Voice” – A Tribute to Sunil Perera by Rukshan Perera
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Bandula Egodage Re-Appointed Industrial Association of Sri Lanka (IASL) Chairman
The Industrial Association of Sri Lanka (IASL), an approved trade association under the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and the apex body representing industries and manufacturing companies in Sri Lanka, held its 30th Annual General Meeting via a virtual platform recently. Bandula Egodage representing Nestlé Lanka PLC was unanimously re-elected as the Chairman of the Association. Sanjev Perera of Vision Fund Lanka was re-elected as the Senior Vice Chairman and Brahaman Balaratnarajah of Haycarb PLC as Vice Chairman for 2021/22.
Rukee Throws Birthday Party
for Husband Shaheen Ghazaly
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Che Guevara Visits Ceylon (Circa 1959)
Ernesto Che Guevara visited Ceylon to look into the rubber planting methods adopted in the country. He visited the Yahala Kele rubber estate in Horana and planted a Mahogany plant on August 7, 1959 which today has grown into a giant tree. He also visited sugar brokers to ensure continuity of sales of Cuban sugar to Ceylon.
Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo
October 6th, 2021
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Obituaries – Sad News
Arnold Arseculeratne (77) Arnold was one of eight children to Henry and Louisa Arseculeratne. He was preceded in death by his elder brothers Eric, Rex, Felix, Sherwin, and his sister Edna. He is survived by his wife Indra, his two sons, Louis and Angus, and his grand daughter Macey, his brother Shelton, as well as several nieces and nephews spread out across the United States. Arnold was well known in the Sri Lankan community for assisting those in need and gave himself tirelessly to lend a helping hand. He always carried a smile, and will forever be missed. There was a memorial service for him at
St. Anthony’s Church on October 7th. in Gardena, CA.
Dr. Bede Muller (96) passed away in NSW, Australia.
Husband of late Thelma. Father of Phillip, late Stephen and Leon. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 12 noon on Monday October 11, 2021 at
St Ambrose’s Catholic Church
Attendance will be subject to prevailing Covid restrictions.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
JAPCHAI (Korean Noodle Speciality)
Ingredients
4 cooked potions of dangmeon cooked sweet potato starch noodles
1 Carrot, peeled and julienned
1/2 Onion, cut into 1/4″ slices
2 cups oyster mushrooms, cut into bitesized pieces
1 1/2 TBSP white granulated sugar
3 TBSP Soya Sauce
2 tspn.vegetable oil
Pinch of Black Pepper (optional)
1 tspn. roasted Sesame seeds (optional)
STEP 1
If Danmyeon noodles are long, carefully cut
the noodles with scissors to make them fit
the diameter of the diameter of the inner pot.
Lay the noodles in a criss-cross pattern to prevent
clumping.
STEP 2
Lay the Carrots, Onions and mushrooms on top
of noodles.
STEP 3.
In a small bowl, whisk sugar, soy sauce, vegetable oil,
and 3/4 cup of water until well combined.
Drizzle liquid over the vegetables and noodles.
These quantities are sufficient to serve four or you
can serve it as a side dish. I once served it with a
Sri Lankan Shrimp Curry and it was very nice.You
can even put some sauteed Shrimp in a little Chilli
Sauce (not too much) or just drizzle with a spoon on
top of the whole dish.
Should you have any questions or requests, please
email me and I will be happy to help you.
This Korean Dish is absolutely lovely to look at and
a treat in it’s light but interesting flavours.
I am answering the first question which you will send.
The DANGMEON (sweet potato starch noodles) is not
difficult to find in the Asian Markets and are sold in
packets.
Simple to make and is not drowned in different flavors.
Enjoy this quick to make Dish.
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