Good News From Jayam May 15, 2023 – By Jayam Rutnam
Good News From Jayam May 15, 2023 Pls Scroll Down 35 items
Swearing-In Ceremony
of SLAASC President Niroshan Kahawatte
SLASC President Michael Kurera and President Elect Niroshan Kahawatte before the ceremony |
SLAASC President Michael Kurera swears in New President Niroshan Kahawatte, while Founder President Jayam Rutnam looks on. The event was held in a beautiful Hall in West Covina, Ca.
Part of the elegant crowd of 128 people watch the proceedings. Some of those present were Dr Lakshman Makandura, Dilip Niranjana, Nandasiri Jasentuliyana, the Consul General, Past President Kapila Wimalaratna,
George Silva, Dr Amila Silva, Prabha Bamunuarachchi, Thusitha de Silva, Nandakumaran and many others including past and incoming committee members. The event was televised on Rupavahini Television in Sri Lanka.
Founder President said the SLAASC is the first incorporated association of its kind in the US. Founded and Incorporated in 1973. He stated many firsts. It was the SLAASC that approached the Sri Lankan Government to establish a Consulate General in Los Angeles. The SLAASC had the first
Perehera in 1974 with a live elephant. The SLAASC had the first Sri Lanka Day. Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley held a reception and the Sri Lankan flag was hoisted to fly outside City Hall for the first time…….. and many more!
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The newly sworn in President speaks to the audience, outlining the committees plans for the future. |
The audience pays attention to the new SLAASC President Niroshan Kahawatte
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SLAASC President presents a copy of the SLAASC 50th Anniversary logo to the Founder President |
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The new SLAASC Executive Committee and Committee. |
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Some of the distinguished guests |
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Incoming Executive Committee Member Aruni Boteju with SLAASC President and Founding President |
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Sampath Bank Partners Hotel Developers For Refurbishment of Colombo Hilton |
Sampath Bank PLC and Hotel Developers (Lanka) Limited (owner of Hilton Colombo) recently signed a facility agreement to finance the ongoing guest room Refurbishment Project of the landmark ‘Hilton Colombo’ Hotel located in the heart of Colombo. This is the first major revamp of the Hotel property since its inception in 1987.
Representing Hotel Developers (Lanka) Ltd was Upul Dharmadasa – Chairman and Shamahil Mohideen – COO and Sampath Bank was Managing Director – Nanda Fernando and Ayodhya Iddawela Perera – Managing Director Designate, as well as senior staff of the two institutions.
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While thanking and appreciating the cooperation extended by Sampath Bank, Mr. Dharmadasa, Chairman of Hotel Developers (Lanka) Ltd stated that, Sampath Bank partnering in the financing is an important milestone to complete the renovation of the iconic Hilton Colombo Hotel which will no doubt boost the quality of service and revenue potential of the property. He also stated that it was a bold decision that the company had taken, keeping immense confidence on the government initiatives for the economic recovery. The company was also one of the few to have initiated such an upgrade during the most challenging period of the economy, with a forward-thinking mindset that the property should be well prepared to take on the challenges and market demand with the much-expected industry revival. He also stated the important role the tourism industry would play in the economy which is now in recovery mode. The upgrade will no doubt provide a boost to the industry with preparation to serve better in the future. |
President Leaves to England for the Coronation of King Charles III |
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President Ranil Wickramasinghe left the Katunayake Airport on May 4th for England to attend the coronation ceremony of King Charles III. Delegation of eight is to accompany the President on the visit. The coronation of King Charles III is scheduled took place on May 6, 2023 at Westminster Abbey. King Charles III was crowned as the King of England six months after the passing of his mother Queen Elizabeth II, who was the longest reigning monarch. |
King Charles III
“God Save the King”
“Leading Sri Lankan Monks Bring the Message of Vesak, Peace and Harmony, to Beijing”
| The Sri Lanka Embassy in Beijing hosted a grand Vesak celebration on May 5th with around 500 Chinese and Sri Lankans participating. Reverend Uduwe Dharmaloka Thero led the assembly in reciting gaathas. Deputy Chief Thero of the Lanka Amarapura Mulawansha Maha Nikaya, the Venerable Yogiyane Sobhitha Thero, spoke of Buddhism being more a way of life and of the long standing religious ties between China and Sri Lanka. Ambassador Dr. Palitha Kohona, who presided over the event, spoke of the Buddha’s message of non-violence and of metta, mudita, karuna and upekha and their relevance in today’s strife torn world.
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Future Lankan Solicitor in Dubai
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Jude R Senanayake recently graduated from Middlesex University Dubai and completed LLB Honours Law Degree with a First Class. He is currently working for Dubai’s prestigious law firm Hamdam Al Shamsi as a paralegal and continues his studies further expecting to become one of the few Lankan solicitors in Dubai. He is the son of Rukashan and Sanjika, the grandson of late Don Ariya Senanayake, a politician and cousin of the late Dudley Senanayake. |
New Coffee shop at Courtyard by Marriott Colombo
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The recently launched Courtyard by Marriott Colombo, opened its coffee shop Tito’s at the lower level of the hotel where it offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Open every day from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., the friendly baristas create delicious teas, coffees and fresh juices, while the culinary team at Tito’s works behind the scenes to create freshly baked bread, scrumptious cakes, and savoury treats. |
Soul Sounds Academy adds Lankan Voices to King’s Coronation Concert |
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Sri Lankans too have something to look forward to as the Soul Sounds Academy has been invited to partake in a virtual choral item for the special coronation concert that was livestreamed on May 7 from Windsor Castle. The Soul Sound’s Academy is the only Lankan choir amongst many from Commonwealth countries invited to participate in the event which was broadcast by BBC London. Among the stars performing at the live concert before the newly crowned King and Queen Consort, are Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and the British pop group Take That. Also taking top billing are the Italian opera star Andrea Bocelli and Welsh singer Sir Bryn Terfel who performed as a duo. |
Jayam’s Choice Banana Boat Song “Day-O!” by Harry Belafonte
City Cinema Mt Lavinia which was closed for a month re-opened on April 28 with a new management as ‘City Lite Cinema’ by Anura Jasenthuliyana of Movie Works (pvt) ltd.
The refurbished theatre was opened with the newest ‘PS 2’ (Ponni Selvam) Tamil Film. The cinema with a capacity of 100 seats (AC) and Dolby Digital 3D technology has car park and a canteen. Owned by Jasenthuliyana who is also the Secretary of Film Exhibitors Association runs the Lite cinema chain which includes Amity Maharagama, Vista Jaela, Sky Matara, Max Katubedda, Wox Avissawella, Nikad0 Kadawatha and Sarasavi Alawwa.
Photography Exhibition at UCLA |
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“Sri Lanka In Focus 2023” Art and Culture Exhibition was held at the University of California in Los Angeles – UCLA on April 22-23 to mark the Earth Day. This photographic exhibition not only focused on just art and culture but also tourist attractions, wildlife, and the natural beauty of Sri Lanka. It was organized by the America Sri Lanka Photographic and Art Society- Los Angeles and supported by the Sri Lanka Consulate General in Los Angeles. Chief Guest was Consul General Dr Lalith Chandradasa and Guest of Honor and Keynote Speaker was Prof. Glen MacDonald of UCLA. |
“The Last Waltz” in Honor of Englebert Humperdink by Thaminie Perera
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This beautiful and popular Ballad was made famous by Englebert Humperdink back in 1967 and still loved by many of us today. I was honored & grateful to have had the opportunity to meet him in person and play the piano for him and to be mentored by him at his Bel Air Mansion. I loved and enjoyed playing his beautiful, vintage, and customized concert grand STEINWAY which once belonged to gorgeous and famous actress JAYNE MANSFIELD. |
Kaleidoscope May 4th, 2023
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Happy Vesak – may yours be peaceful and tranquil!
And this week – there’s lots packed in on Kaleidoscope.
It’s a riveting tale – Prisoner #1056 Roy Ratnavel shares his story exclusively in Sri Lanka with us; we stop by at the Met Gala, visit a green office, watch banana art go awry, take a train on the tallest bridge & chat about INR transactions & a food for funding entrepreneur. We have vignettes of the economy and stock, oil and gold market, while celebrating Vesak at the Gangaramaya temple.
Jayantha Somaratne – Ambassador For Peace |
Obituaries – Sad News
Sam Samaradivakara, Passed way in Franfurt,
Germany on April 20th, 2023. Former Director Europe of Ceylon Tourist Board, Frankfurt/M, Germany. Husband to the late Wendy and father to Lalanthi (Germany) and Maithri (UK). He was also a father-in law to Fiona (UK), grandfather to Benjamin and Emily (Germany) , and brother of Seela Tennakoon (Rambukkana) and Dharmalatha Herath (Badulla), uncle of Lakshika (USA), and of Priyanthi and Christo (Australia). Funeral was on May 8, 2023. in Hauptfriedhof, Frankfurt am Main.
Desmond Kelly (87)
It is with deep sadness that we inform you, our beautiful dad, Desmond Kelly, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his children on April 29th 2023.
A kind and caring father, grandfather and great grandfather who was totally devoted to his family. To our extended family, his friends and fans, thank you for the love and happiness you gave to him and for the treasure of memories you gifted. Dad, our family gatherings won’t be the same without you. The music you played, the stories you told, your knowledge and wisdom, your jokes and that laugh. We will miss you very much. Put the amp up loud in your heavenly abode, sing and strum that guitar to your heart’s content. You are free. Forever in our hearts. Rest in peace. We love you.
Mike, Doug, Michelle and Warren
Funeral Arrangements: Wednesday, May 10th, 2023 at the Boyd Chapel, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Vic. at 10.15am. Start 10.30.
Anoma Rasaputra (64) of Tustin, Ca. passed away at UCLA on April 28, 2023. Wife of Chandima Munindradasa, former SLAASC Committee Member. Mother of Prasangi. There was an immediate cremation according to her wishes.
Anoma was a famous classical Sinhalese singer.
While living in Tustin, Ca. she helped many Sri Lankan immigrants by keeping them in her home when they first arrived.
May she rest in peace.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen |
Panna Cota
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Whole Milk
- 1 pkt (2 ½ tsps) unflavored gelatin
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ cup + 1 Tbsp. sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
Berry Sauce:
- 2 cups berries divided into 1 cup portions
- 3 Tbsp. granulated sugar
- ½ Tbsp. lemon juice
Method:
1.Off the heat, place 1 cup milk in a medium pan. Sprinkle the top with the gelatin. Let stand 3-5 minutes or until gelatin is softened. Place pan over medium/low heat and stir until gelatin dissolved and mixture is steaming about
4-5 minutes (DO NOT BOIL)
- Add 2 cups heavy cream, ½ cup and 1 Tbsp. sugar, 1 tsp vanilla and a pinch of salt. Continue stirring for 5 minutes until sugar is fully dissolved and mixture is steaming, about 4-5 minutes (DO NOT BOIL) remove from heat.
3.Place sour cream in a medium bowl with a pouring lip. Whisking constantly, gradually add warm cream. Once the mixture is completely smooth, divide into 6 or 8 ramekins. Refrigerate until fully set 4-6 hours.
- How to make Berry Sauce
1.In a small pan combine 1 cup berries, ½ Tbsp. lemon juice and 3 Tbsp. sugar. Bring to a low boil and cook 4-5 minutes or until syrupy.
2.Stir in remaining 1 cup of fresh berries and remove from heat. When syrup is at room temperature or just barely warm, spoon it over the top of chilled panna cotta
Please email me for all your questions and requests. romadezoysa1@gmail.com
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Vijay Amritraj is one of India’s most successful tennis players. He’s also the only person in history to play a match at Wimbledon in the morning, and end up in a James Bond movie in the afternoon.mDuring his extensive career as a top-20 player, Vijay broke barriers and popularized tennis across more than half the world’s population throughout the Asian continent. Following his fruitful tennis career, he became an actor, commentator, and most notably, humanitarian, through his role as United Nations Messenger of Peace (2001-06) and through The Vijay Amritraj Foundation. Vijay is married to a Sri Lankan, Shymala. |
A Beautiful Wild Leopard in Yala Photo by Award Winning Photographer Andy Samarasena
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Niroshan Kahawatte Elected President of Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (Founded in 1973)
Niroshan Kahawatte has been elected President of the SLAASC. The oldest organization of its kind in the USA. The SLAASC celebrates its 50th Anniversary in 2023. The swearing in ceremony will be held on Sunday April 30th
at 2 pm. Everybody is invited. See Invitation below:
Sri Lanka Association in Los Angeles Celebrated Aluth Avurudha-Puthandu in Woodley Park, Van Nuys, Ca. |
Jayam’s Choice
Céline Dion – My Heart Will Go On (Love Theme from ‘Titanic’)
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Aitken Spence Travels welcomes
4,000 cruise passengers for April 2023
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Aitken Spence Travels welcomed 4,000 cruise tourists to Sri Lanka on the eve of Sinhala and Tamil New Year. The luxurious cruise ships, MSC Poesia and MSC Magnifica docked into the port of Colombo with an atmosphere filled with excitement and celebrations. The shore excursion teams from Aitken Spence Travels were on site, ready to delight these visitors with an array of experiences that showcased the very best of Sri Lanka during the holiday season. |
Sri Lanka as one of the best travel destinations
Sri Lanka which has a high tourist attraction has been named as one of the best tourist destinations in the world this year.Sri Lanka has been listed in the Forbes list as one of the 23 best places to visit in 2023. US based international travel influencer Juliana Broste, an award-winning travel filmmaker and host, showcasing adventures and fun things to do around the world, recommended Sri Lanka to be listed as one of the best places to visit in 2023. This was a result of her visit to Sri Lanka in 2022, under the Visiting Blogger Programme of Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau 2022.
Meanwhile, the Chinese Government has included Sri Lanka among the 20 countries it approves for its citizens to travel to, says Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to China Palitha Kohona,
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Awrudu Customs and Rituals
Reach China through the Silk Route
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The Embassy of Sri Lanka, together with the Sri Lanka – China Economic, Education, and Cultural Association (SCEECA), organized the “Beijing Soorya Mangalya” (National New Year) on 16 April 2023, at the Embassy following rituals, customs and tradition. Over 250 invitees, including, Ven. Dr. Bodagama Chandima Nayaka Thero and his disciples, the Sri Lanka community, Sri Lankan students, and Chinese friends attended. Addressing the gathering, the Ambassador Dr. Palitha Kohona extended warm Awrudu wishes to everyone. He said that Sri Lanka is hoping that the reopening of China will result in many Chinese tourists visiting Sri Lanka and helping to revive its flagging tourist industry which was buffeted by COVID-19. We are grateful that Sri Lanka is in the list of 20 countries published for Chinese tourists to visit. China was the main source of global tourists in 2019. |
Sri Lanka v Ireland:
Hosts well on top in first Test
Sri Lanka ended day two of their first Test against Ireland in a commanding position as the tourists laboured to 117-7 in reply to their hosts’ first innings total of 591-6 declared.
Ireland will go into day three in Galle trailing by a massive 474 runs and with the prospect of defeat looming large.
Four players scored centuries as Sri Lanka built up a formidable total. Prabath Jayasuriya has taken five of the seven Ireland wickets to fall to date.
Adios Amigo Janaka Palapathwala
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Lakruwani’s Concert – Save The Date
December 2nd, 2023
19 Sri Lankan STREET FOODS Across Sri Lanka!! COLOMBO Kottu Roti, JAFFNA Seafood + TRIBAL Curry about
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“Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo April 20th, 2023
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Eid Mubarak – and stay blessed! The Terminator plugs holes, the sea’s largest garbage patch, a global entrepreneur with Fortune 500 experience gives tips and another shows beauty in Batik, get ready to adopt an ambulance, economic and market news & the world’s amazing mosques!
Obituaries – Sad News
James Oswald (Ozzie) Schumacher (83) of Lakewood, Ca. passed away on April 16th, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Esme, his siblings Glennie, Desmond, Dawn, Bryan, Rebecca, and his beloved grandson Anthony. Ozzie is survived by Anne, his loving wife of fifty three years, as well as his
daughters Susan Esme and Jamie Rebecca and their husbands Diego Amarilla and Nick Johnson, Ozzie’s granddaughters Corina, Chloe, Natalie, Madeline, and Zarina, his sister Fay and her husband Terrance, his brother Mark and wife Kyoko, his sister June, as well as many nieces, nephews.
Celebration of life will be on Saturday, May 6th, 2023,
see below:
Max Gerreyn passed away in Perth, Australia. Husband of Shereen. Max was one of the most talented cartoonists that Sri Lanka produced.
The Funeral Service for Maxwell GERREYN was held at St. Mary Of The Cross MacKillop Church, Perth , W. A. on April 21st 2023. Residential Address-
128, Appleblossom Drive, Mirrabooka, W. A. 6061.
(See caricature by Max below)
“You brightened many a Life with your wit and humour on your long and eventful journey on Earth.” – Sri Lanka HighCommissioner to Australia Somasundaram Skandakumar
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Squid/Cuttle Fish or Dhallo Curry
(which ever name you call it)
Ingredients
1 lb.cuttle fish
2 tspns. salt
2 slices ground ginger
2 teaspoon fenugreek
1/2 tspn. sweet cummin powder
1 1/2 tspns corriander powder
a sprig of curry leaves
2-3 tspns. lime juice
2 dessertspoons oil
4 oz. 1st extract of coconut milk
2 dessertspoons chilli powder
6-8 cloves garlic
1 tspn. pepper powder
1/2 tspn. cummin powder
3-4 green chillies chopped
1 oz. red onions,chopped
12oz. 2nd extract of coconut milk
Method
1.Clean cuttle fish. Cut into 1″ pieces
2.Mix together with all the powdered
ingredients and salt.
3.Heat oil. Add curry leaves onions and fry
for a few minutes.
4.Add cuttle fish and left over ingredients
and cook for 5-7 minutes.
5.Add second extract of coconut milk and
cook until done.
6.Add 1st extract of coconut milk.Bring to
boil add lime juice and take off fire.
Ingredients for 8 portions.
Should you have any questions or requests,
please email me at :
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You Can’t Beat the Sri Lankan Smile
Prestigious Sri Lanka Foundation Awards Ceremony on Sunday, 13th November at Millenium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, Ca.
The Sri Lanka Foundation International Awards, honouring excellence among the Sri Lankan expatriates will take place on November 13 in Los Angeles in the United States.
The ceremony recognising those in the Sri Lankan expatriate community whose work has had an essential impact on the lives of their contemporaries dates back to 2003 and continues to be the most prestigious event among
Sri Lankan expatriates from around the world. The aim of the ceremony is to make the awardees feel that their work is valued. It also shows approval and gratitude for their creativity and outstanding achievements and makes the broader community of Sri Lankans aware of their accomplishments. It serves to inspire the younger generation to achieve excellence in their chosen fields.
(Excerpt from article in Sunday Observer by Nandi Jasentuliyana)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe Addresses the China International Import Expo |
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe was the first speaker after President Xi Jinping to address, on line, the well attended and highly prestigious 5th China International Import Expo CIIE and the Hongqiao Economic Forum Opening Ceremony. In addition to the President of Sri Lanka, the opening ceremony was addressed by the heads of State of Mauritania, Mozambique, Belarus, Guyana, Solomon Islands, and the Director General of the World trade Organisation, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, and the Director General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization. Ambassador Dr. Palitha Kohona represented Sri Lanka at the ceremony. |
Launch of New U.S. Embassy in Colombo
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President Ranil Wickremesinghe, U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung, and the U.S. Department of State’s Under Secretary for Management John Bass officially opened the new U.S. Embassy on Galle Road in a festive event that included officials and private citizens from both countries. “It was a great honor to celebrate our new Embassy in the presence of the President of Sri Lanka, honored guests, and colleagues,” said U.S. Ambassador Chung. “We have had an embassy in Colombo since Sri Lanka’s independence in 1948, and the new campus symbolizes our enduring partnership with Sri Lanka.” |
Investment Promotion State Minister
Dilum Amunugama Inspects Port City Colombo with Raja Edirisuriya, Executive Project Management Director
Past Presidents of the SLAASC
met to plan Celebrations of 50th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC)
(Founded in 1973)
Lotus Tower and Port City
are Revenue Generators
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Two iconic projects in South Asia, the Colombo Port City and the Lotus Tower are turning out to be major revenue generators for Sri Lanka. The Lotus Tower which was living on handouts doled out by the Treasury has reversed this negative trend and is now earning revenue not only in rupees but in foreign currency as well. Since its opening a few months ago it has netted in almost Rs. 1 billion erasing the myth that it was a white elephant. The Colombo Port city too is generating income through several leisure projects that have begun operations. Several new investors have expressed interest in investing and the next historic landmark of the Port City will be South Asia’s largest Duty Free shop that will be opened in April next year. |
SriLankan Airlines
Miss Tourism World 2022 Grand Finale
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Sri Lanka will host the much awaited Grand Finale of the ‘Miss Tourism World 2022’ worldwide pageant in December 2022. Eighty beauties, winners of their National Pageants will vie for the Miss Tourism World 2022 title. The contest commences on December 8 and will conclude with the Grand Finale on December 21. Komangodage Thilini Kumari, Miss Sri Lanka for Miss Tourism World 2022 will represent Sri Lanka. |
Samantha and Cole were cowboys for Halloween in Glendora, Ca.
Cargills Food City Opens its 500th Outlet
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Home-grown Sri Lankan brand, Cargills FoodCity, achieved another milestone with the opening of its 500th retail outlet while also marking its 39th anniversary – since opening the first outlet in 1983. The latest outlet was opened in Battaramulla. Cargills Deputy Chairman Ranjit Page, speaks at the event. The company is the single largest collector of fresh produce, sourcing fresh fruits and vegetables from a network of over 5000 farmers and contributes over 4 per cent of the national production in fruits and vegetables. It is also the largest collector of fresh milk in Sri Lanka and hopes to enter the field of inland fisheries. |
Roger and Helen Weerasinghe of
Simi Valley, Ca. celebrated Halloween on the Cruise Ship ‘Carnival Radiance’ recently
Work on $789 m Colombo West International Terminal begins at Colombo Port
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The construction work of the newly built West Terminal of Colombo Port(CWIT) commenced under the patronage of the Minister of Ports, Shipping and Aviation Nimal Siripala de Silva. Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Gopal Bagle participated in this event as a special guest. The ministry emphasizes that this entire project will cost 789 million US dollars. 51% of this total investment belongs to Adani, 34% to John Keels, and 15% to Sri Lanka Ports Authority. The length of the jetty constructed under this project is 1,400 meters. The total terminal area is 65 hectares. The container capacity of this terminal is 3 million. |
Sri Lanka on show
at World Travel Market London
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The Sri Lanka pavilion at WTM was declared opened by Tourism and Lands Minister Harin Fernando, along with High Commissioner in UK Saroja Sirisena, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau Chairman Chalaka Gajabahu, Sri Lanka Conventions Bureau Chairman Thisum Jayasuriya, SLTPB Director Marketing Dushan Wickramasuriya, senior officials from the High Commission and industry partners. |
Jayam’s Choice Englebert Humperdinck Friend to many Sri Lankans in Los Angeles, Ca. (Please click on arrow)
First Sri Lankan female singer in Solo Concert Lakruwani Fernando
in North Hollywood, Ca.
Felicitation of Dr. Harold Gunatillake in the Pioneer Room of the Castle Grand in Sydney, Australia (Please click on arrow)
Happy 10th Birthday Maddy Rose
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Sri Lankan Girl Happy to Play for Australia
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A Sri Lankan table tennis player Sanaya Buddhadasa has won a place in the Australian youth team to play in the World Youth Table Tennis Championship scheduled to be held in Tunisia from December 4 to 11. She will represent Australia in the Under-19 singles, doubles and mixed doubles at the meet in Tunisia. “When I came to Australia I wanted to become a national champion here and my dream is to represent Australia in the Olympics. I am happy to be the number one ranked player in the Under-17 and 19 categories at the moment,” said Sanaya. |
Wildlife Film Maker Makes History
Thivanka Perera’s “Sri Lanka Leopard Dynasty” to be telecast on National Geographic’s “Natgeo”
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| This is a first time genuine news from Srilankan wildlife Film making. ‘Sri Lanka Leopard Dynasty’ Produced by THIVANKA RUKSHAN PERERA on behalf of AEGLE CREATIONS PVT LTD. SRI LANKA, will Première Telecast on NatGeo – WILD from 13th Nov 2022. |
Miss Sri Lanka New York Contest in Staten Island, New York
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Some bullets of what we have on Kaleidoscope –
- World’s largest economy-USA
- Corporate earnings to drop
- Growing trade
- Permacrisis
- Chefs with skill
- Race The Pearl
- Plus-size ballerinas
- Stock, oil & gold prices
And lots more!
Obituaries – Sad News
Sonia Alagoda (85)
Beloved Mother of Deshan Atapattu and Sonali
Perera. Mother-in-law of Yeni and Nick. Loving Grand Mother of Ashley and Brandon. Daughter of the late Frank and the late Laetitia Alagoda. Loving Sister of the late Gloria Weerakoon, the late Deanna Nanayakkara, and Frank Daya Alagoda.
Visitation
Tuesday, November 15, 2022. 3:30 PM – 7: 30PM
Gates, Kingsley& Gates Praiswater Mortuary,
6909 Canoga Ave, Canoga Park, CA 91303
Funeral Service
Thursday November 17, 2022. 10: 00 AM
St Andrew & St Charles Episcopal Church
16651 Rinaldi St, Granada Hills, CA 91344
Interment
Thursday, November 17, 2022. 12 Noon
Oakwood Memorial Park and Cemetery
22601 Lassen St, Chatsworth CA 91311
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St Andrew and Charles food pantry.
http://www.2saints.org/donations-and-pledges
Iresha de Silva passed away recently in Los Angeles, Ca. Funeral Service was at La Mirada, Ca. on November 3rd 2022.
Bashid Ahmed Karamali (90), passed away on October 28th in Massachussets, USA. Husband of Yvonne Karamali (nee Gunasekara). Son-in-law of the late Fred and Daisy Gunasekara, of “Woodlands” Ethul Kotte. Brother-in-law of the late Siri Rupesinghe, Freda Weerasinghe, Grace Samarasinghe, Ruth Wijesinghe, Frederick Gunasekara and Charles Gunasekara. Father of Riaz Karamali, Dilara Hafiz and Nahid Markosian. Bashir retired from the IMF, WA. DC., as Asst Director of the Middle Eastern Dept., at the early age of 56. 20 Bayon Drive, Apt 215, South Hadley, MA 01075, USA by karamali@icloud. com.
Mrs Thelma Thiedeman of Glen Waverley, Victoria, passed away on October 30, 2022. Wife of late Lieut. Cdr. Noel Thiedeman, R.Cy.N. retd., The President, S L E S A Requests inform retd. Sri Lanka Naval Officers and Naval Association.
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.
You may contact me with any questions or requests.
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Alumex Invests Rs. 1 Billion to Boost Capacity, Exports
Hayleys Group Executive Director Sarath Ganegoda, Chairman/Chief Executive Mohan Pandithage and Alumex Managing Director Pramuk Dediwela opening the new
Low-Carbon Aluminium manufacturing plant. Alumex PLC has invested Rs. 1 billion in a state-of-the-art new melting facility in Sapugaskanda to produce low carbon aluminium, by the brand name ‘Ozon’, incorporating the most modern and environmentally-friendly technologies in the world.
Sri Lankans are Champions in Many Sports
Sri Lanka in majestic win to take Asia Cup
The Sri Lanka team made a superb team effort to win the sixth Asia Cup cricket title when they beat Pakistan by 23 runs at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Sri Lanka chased the target and recorded their victory with three overs to spare. Sri Lanka batted first after losing the toss and made a comfortable total of 170/6 as they defended that total with a superb fighting spirit to clinch the title for the sixth time under the full capacity of Dubai grounds while most of them were Pakistani supporters ended up disappointed with back to back defeats from Sri Lanka.
Sri Lankan Netballers in Glorious Win to Retain Asian Title
Sri Lanka’s Netball team led by Gayanjali Amarawansa once again performed well to retain the Asian Netball crown when they defeated host Singapore 63-53 in their Asian Netball championship final played in Singapore. It was a superb team effort by Sri Lankan lasses who fought back to win the final after close four quarters.
“Dedication” of Enzo and Cruz Sassani was on the Beach in San Francisco, Ca.
Enzo and Cruz Sassani celebrated their “Dedication” (Baptism) on the beach overlooking the famous Golden Gate Bridge of San Francisco with an intimate group including parents Jonathan and Jenai Sassani, grandparents Rene and Iswari Camou and Ed and Denise Hester, Godparents Aliki Djahanshahi, Sheahara Pandithage of Wembley, UK, Ken Griffin, Dan Keenan, Emily and Dan Carillo.
Isipathana Clinch 11th Knock – Out Title with Record Win over Joes
Isipathana College have done it again. They won the Inter-Schools Under-20 President’s Trophy Knock-Out title for the 11th year, at the Royal Sports Complex in Colombo, the ‘A’ Division League champions produced some champagne rugby to outclass St. Joseph’s College 49-22 in the final and went on to complete a fantastic rugby double for the 2022 season. Isipathana’s success also had a great amount of significance as they were able to notch-up the highest score in a President’s Trophy final while overcoming their own score of 47-12 against Royal in 2016.
Baja Sub Lanka Ocean Shipping “Send Your Xmas Packages Early to Your loved ones in Sri Lanka”
Shani Ekanayake and Rory Anderson Celebrate their Marriage in Palmdale, Ca.
(Shani is the daughter of Dr Deepal and Tiroma Ekanayake)(Photos by Moran Moran)
Jayam’s Choice “Sway” Dean Martin
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Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC) founded in 1973
(President Samantha Kurera) “Sounds of Music in the Valley” on September 10th in Chatsworth, Ca. (Photos by Moran Moran)
Sabandini Over One Million Views on Youtube
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Hotel Developers Readies Revamped Hilton Colombo for Tourism Rebound
Hotels Developers Lanka Ltd. (HDL) is readying a revamped Hilton Colombo for the envisaged rebound in tourism following favourable country situation and relaxation of travel advisories by several countries. The first-ever major refurbishment of Hilton Colombo after being opened 35 years ago is nearing completion with an investment of
Rs. 2.5 billion. Around 253 rooms of Hilton Colombo is under-going a revamp whilst the five star remains operational and busy even amidst challenging times.
Tourist Arrivals Cross 500K Mark Renew Hope of Achieving 1 m Target
Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka have exceeded the half-a-million mark, with 4,020 travellers arriving in the country during the first four days of the month. As per provisional data released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) yesterday, a total of 500,472 visitors arrived so far. Despite the multiple challenges, Sri Lanka’s tourism industry looks to be in high season, as they ramp up efforts to achieve the set target of one million arrivals and boost foreign exchange inflows.
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US Ambassador Julie Chung visited the Dewatagaha Mosque in Colombo recently at the invitation of Mr Reyyaz Salley and the Board of Trustees. “Like the United States, Sri Lanka has a rich diversity of faith communities who contribute much to their neighbourhoods, region, and nation. During my travels around this beautiful country, I have seen temples, kovils, mosques and churches, all coexisting side by side. This rich cultural heritage makes Sri Lanka a fascinating place. It is an amazing opportunity to live where my day starts hearing the Azhan call to prayer from the mosque and ends with the bana from the Buddhist temple in the evening.”
Alkamalee Jabbar (Sri Lankan) Candidate for City Council in Anaheim, Ca.
I’m excited to announce my candidacy for Anaheim City Council District 3. Anaheim unlocked the doors of opportunity for my family and me to prosper. I want to work with you to create a better future for Anaheim. Join our campaign today! – Alkamalee Jabbar
“Kurrypinch” Opens in Tarzana, Ca.
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King Charles Pledges to Work for Inter-Faith Unity
As the new Head of the Commonwealth, of which Sri Lanka is a member, the King said he had a personal duty “to protect the diversity” of Britain in an address to 30 multi-religious leaders at a reception in Buckingham Palace on the eve of the state funeral of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. Picture shows King Charles III, greeting Venerable Bogoda Seelawimala Thera, Head Monk of the London Buddhist Vihara and Chief Sangha Nayaka of Great Britain. The London Buddhist Vihara was established in 1926 by Anagarika Dharmapala.
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It’s our World Tourism Day Special today exploring some little known sites, discussing the relevance of our tourism product, the Indian traveler’s to-do list, improving our urban tourism, some old cheese & a new property plus some economic numbers.
Obituaries – Sad News
Dr Carlyle Perera (84) passed away on September 15th. in Melbourne, Australia. Husband of Megan, father of Sharon, Samantha, Carlyle and Siobhan, father-in-law of Dr John Mariadason and Paul LaMont, brother of Travis, Heloise, Brian and Christopher, brother-in-law of Hiranthi, Martine and Sushila. Papps of Emma, Lucy and Noah.
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Joseph Guy Motha– Passed away in Maryland, USA on September 8th 2022. Son of late Fidelis Cruz and Thangammal Motha, brother of Geraldine, Britto, Philip, Dela, Julius, John and Schola, husband of Cecilia nee Paiva, father of Suhanthie, Ayuska and Sonali, father-in-law of Nishan de Silva, Uli Baeumer and Danny Lozier, grandfather of Minola and Nikhela, Kirana and Bennett and Kai.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Tangy Crab Salad Sandwiches
Ingredients
8oz (250g) Japanese or baby cucumbers
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup (150g) cooked or canned crabmeat
2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
4 fresh tofu buns or poppy seed bread or all
grain bread rolls
1 teaspoon finely sliced Thai basil leaves,
to serve.
CHILLI DRESSING
1 to 2 tablespoons minced red finger- length
chilli
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 shallots or 1 small onion, minced
1/2 cup (125ml) water
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons fish sauce
METHOD
1.Make the Chilli Dressing by combining all the ingredients
in a saucepan and simmer over high heat for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened. Remove and set aside to cool.
2.Peel the cucumbers, then slice very thinly. If using larger
cucumbers, cut in half lengthwise first, scrape out the seeds with a spoon before slicing the cucumbers. Rub the salt into the cucumber slices and mix well, then strain or squeeze the cucumber to remove the liquid. Add all but 1 Tablespoon of the chilli dressing, crabmeat, lemon or lime juice and pepper to the cucumber slices and toss to combine.
3.Make a slit in the Bread Rolls and stuff each roll with the
cocumber crab mixture, then top with reserved Chilli Dressing and Basil leaves when served.
NOTE: Japanese cucumbers are very small and crunchy, and almost seedless. Baby cucumbers.
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Ambassador Dr. Palitha Kohona Encourages Chinese Tourists to Visit Sri Lanka
Addressing the Asian Marine Tourism Conference 2022 in Ningbo, China, Ambassador Palitha Kohona made a ringing call for Chinese tourists to visit Sri Lanka and enjoy it’s unmatched range of attractions. It is expected that China will ease its Covid related travel restrictions in the coming months. Dr. Kohona also discussed the potential for Chinese cruise ships to visit Sri Lanka with the vice president of the Chinese Cruise and Yacht Federation. Three million Chinese undertake cruise holidays annually.
Urgent Medicinal Supplies From US to the People of Sri Lanka
Consequent to the request of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Washington, D.C., and under the guidance of Ambassador Mahinda Samarasinghe, Heart to Heart International, a renowned global humanitarian organisation in the United States made a generous in-kind donation of urgent medicinal supplies worth $ 908,547 (Rs. 326,077,518.30) to the people of Sri Lanka.
Four Year Old Athena has joined the Bellevue Bumblebees Here with Coach (daddy)
Jean-Louis and Assistant Coach (sister) Emma during practice.
Anel De Silva and Sachin De Silva
win 111th W Shakspeare Golf Tourney
The much awaited 111th W Shakspeare Golf Tournament teed off last Sunday at the Royal Colombo Golf Club, with Heritage Teas’ father and son duo Anel De Silva and Sachin De Silva emerging winners on a better score on the Back nine. Both winners and runners up had a total score of 38 points played on a Stableford format and the winners edged out Harsha Abeywickrama and Amal Cabraal of the Sunshine Holdings team to the runner up position based on the best score on the last nine holes.
Indika and Anusha Boteju’s daughter Aveah Celebrated her 1st Birthday in North Hollywood, Ca.
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Ganlath Insurance Services
John Amirthiah’s Daughter Arianna Celebrates 18th Birthday
at the Foundation Room in Anaheim, Ca.
Birthday girl Arianna with daddy John Amirthiah, Kingsley and Renuka Rajah.
Guests Raksitha Dissanayake, Roshan Seresinhe and Sanka Marcelline.
Birthday girl Arianna with Aloma and Denzil Ratnasoma.
Samantha Chandrasoma, John Amirthiah and friend.
Pradeep Amirthanayagam
appointed again to People’s Leasing Board
Pradeep Amirthanayagam has been appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director of the Board of the People’s Leasing and Finance PLC with effect from 15 July.
He previously served as the Chairman of People’s Leasing and Finance. Amirthanayagam is a reputed advertising and media personality in Sri Lanka who counts over 35 years of experience in the advertising industry. He is currently the Chairman and Managing Director of the leading advertising agency Holmes Pollard & Stott, which he was instrumental in setting up over 30 years ago.
Beautiful Kandy: Tour of the Sacred City
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Prudential Financial Education Series
Live Webinar via Zoom
Wednesday, July 27th at 6 p.m.
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Niran and Achala’s Daughter Vishni Celebrated her 21st Birthday
in Long Beach, Ca.
Lewis Tucker
husband of Sonali (Jinadasa) Tucker Celebrated his 70th Birthday in Culver City
Past pupils of Bishops College who attended the party were Keerthi Marasinghe, Migari Marasinghe, Sarosh Atapattu, Jivaka Atapattu, Dilhara Kalansuriya, Sonali Tucker, Kshanika Wijeweera, Riquaza Zavahir, Pradeep Perera, Achala Weerasinghe, Niran Weerasinghe, Kavi Wijeweera, birthday boy Lewis Tucker.
DIMO unveils Pela Batta, first and only paddy transplanting machine in Sri Lanka
Expressing his views, Rajeev Pandithage – Director of DIMO who also oversees the Agri Machinery business of the Group, said: “Fuelling the dreams and aspirations of the farming community of the country, DIMO constantly promotes agriculture mechanization. The newly introduced Pela Batta will help realise that objective, and coupled with over 8 decades of DIMO trust and engineering excellence, unwavering DIMO warranty, and the invaluable after-sale service through an island wide branch network, we firmly believe that this machine will be in high demand among the Sri Lankan farming community.”
New Mercedes EQXX Made With Mushrooms and Cactus! by Supecar Blondie
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Miss Sri Lanka 2021 Sade Greenwood
is CJS First Youth Ambassador
Miss Sri Lanka for Miss World 2021 Sade Greenwood embodies what CJS envisions for its future – young and energetic with a daring sense of style. The collection is symbolic not just of Sade’s personality, but the beauty of the country she comes from, Sri Lanka. “The sapphire exemplifies Sri Lanka, being one of the oldest sources of rare blue sapphires in the world,” explains CEO of CJS Akram Cassim.
Jayam’s Choice
“Quando Quando”
Englebert Humperdinck
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Elephant Myths
by Thivanka Perera – Aegle Creations
“Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo
July 22nd, 2022
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In the backdrop of the moon landing, this week on our Kaleidoscope dose of positive, daring different, we chat with Peter D’Almeida on protests, Anushka Wijesinha on IMF warnings and Markus Loning on new supply chain laws, have a burst of batik, traffic-stopping dances, economic and market news!
Obituaries – Sad News
Roshanee Fernando passed away in Victoria, Australia. Wife of Sharky, mother of Dr Shyara and Dr Shashini (both in Australia), mother-in-law of Prasad Fernando and Manuja Liyanage, grandmother of Ashane, Shevan, Teshan, Shanaaya and Shalayna, daughter of late Richard and Claudeliya Fernando of Mt. Lavinia, sister of late Priyantha and Prema, Srinath and Kusum, Lalith and Swarna, Ranil and Rukmal and Ruwanal and Jasmine. Funeral Service was on 16th July 2022 at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Sale Victoria at the Sale Lawn Cemetery Sale Victoria.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Warm chickpea salad with chili and lime dressing
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 yellow(brown onion), finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/3 cups (14 oz/440g) drained, canned chickpeas
juice of two limes
1/4 cup (2 fl oz/160ml) chili oil
1/2 cup (3/4 oz/20g) fresh cilantro (fresh coriander
leaves
salt and freshly ground black pepper
crusty bread, warmed, for serving
METHOD.
Heat oil in a large frying pan or wok over
medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until
soft,3-5 minutes. Add chickpeas and stir until
heated through,about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to
low,add lime juice and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
Add chilli oil and cilantro and season with salt and
pepper. Serve warm with bread.
Serves 4.
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The “Hollywood” sign was lit up to Celebrate the First Day of Summer
High-Level US Delegation Visits Sri Lanka
The United States has agreed to provide technical assistance for fiscal management in Sri Lanka. This was conveyed by the visiting US State Department Deputy Secretary of State for South and Central Asia Kelly Keiderling, during a discussion with Prime Minister .The US Diplomatic Group also stated its support for the ongoing talks between the Government of Sri Lanka and the International Monetary Fund.Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Asia in the United States Robert Kaproth and US Ambassador in Sri Lanka Julie Chung (above) also participated in the discussion.
Mahinda Samarasinghe Meets Joe Biden
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the United States of America Mahinda Samarasinghe met US President Joe Biden at the White House Oval Office. During the meeting recently, Ambassador Samarasinghe briefed President Joe Biden on the current situation in Sri Lanka.
Jetwing Hotels Awarded by TripAdvisor in 2022 Travellers’ Choice
Jetwing Hotels announced that it has been recognized by TripAdvisor as a 2022 Travellers’ Choice award winner for seventeen of its hotels and villas across its portfolio, garnering the highest number of honours in Sri Lanka. Jetwing Colombo Seven, Jetwing Lake, Jetwing Lighthouse, Jetwing Jaffna, Jetwing Kandy Gallery, Jetwing Sea, Jetwing Lagoon, Jetwing St. Andrew’s, Jetwing Surf, Jetwing Vil Uyana, Jetwing Kaduruketha, Jetwing Yala, Jetwing Kurulubedda, Calamansi Cove Villas by Jetwing, Saman Villas, and Hotel J Unawatuna have all been recognized for their excellent service by TripAdvisor travellers.
Professor Asgi Fazleabas Recognized for Lifetime Achievement by Sri Lanka Foundation
Professor Asgerally Fazleabas is a student of St Thomas College, Gurutalawa and Mt Lavinia, Sri Lanka. He received his initial diploma in Agriculture at the Aquinas University College in Colombo, Sri Lanka and earned his Bachelor of Science at the California State University in Fresno, California, then after received his Master of Science, Dairy Science and Reproductive Physiology from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Professor Fazleabas will be
awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Sri Lanka Foundation Awards Ceremony at the Biltmore Hotel on November 13th 2022.
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Human Rights Council President Appoints Radhika Coomaraswamy of Sri Lanka to Serve on Ethiopia Rights Body
GENEVA – The President of the Human Rights Council, Ambassador Federico Villegas (Argentina), announced the appointment of Radhika Coomaraswamy of Sri Lanka to serve as a member of the International Commission of Human Rights Experts on Ethiopia. Ms. Coomaraswamy will join Kaari Betty Murungi of Kenya (chair) and Steven Ratner of the United States of America, who were appointed to serve on the human rights investigative body. Ms. Coomaraswamy brings to this position years of experience as a human rights lawyer, expert and advocate having served in various positions in her country and in the international arena. She has held several prior roles, including as a member of the Human Rights Council-created Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Myanmar from 2017 to 2019 and as Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict from 2006 to 2012.
Extraordinary’ Colombo crowd reception has Aussies stunned | Sri Lanka v Australia 2022
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“Sri Lankan Fans Take a Bow” By S. Skandakumar
The recent support and solidarity of our cricket fans throughout the T20 and One Day series, that inspired our youthful national team to great heights may well go down in history as unprecedented. The fact that it came at the most challenging time ever in their own personal lives spoke volumes for their love for the game and our talented youth.
Their sincere acknowledgement of the role of Australia in the advancement of our cricket since attaining Test status in 1982, reflected a nation’s gratitude. As we struggle out of the worst-ever economic crisis experienced since Independence, let us together usher in a new era, and embrace the values that have made Australia the nation it is, through equality, mutual respect, and the rigid application of the Rule of Law where no one is above it.
May God bless our beautiful country and all her people.
The writer was the Assistant Secretary of Sri Lanka Cricket in 1982-1988, Secretary in 1989-1992, Vice Chairman
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Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to Australia in 2015-2019.
Chirashri Kariyakarawana
Graduates From UC Davis
Chirashri Kariyakarawana received her MBA (Masters of Business Administration) from UC Davis Graduate School of Management on June 11th, 2022. Here with parents Sujeewa and Sangeetha Kariyakarawana.
Chirashri with Uncle and Aunt. Sangeetha’s brother
Jeevaka Weerasinghe (Sri lanka cricketer) and Sister in law
Sharmel Weerasinghe.
Wedding Bells for Aritha Wickramasinghe and Dave Hunter in London, England
On the 18th of June 2022, Aritha Wickramasinghe, son of Shirley and Renuka Wickramasinghe, married his long-time partner Dave Hunter, son of Edmund and Mary Hunter, at London’s prestigious St. George’s Church in Mayfair. Aritha is an award-winning International Finance Lawyer and a Human Rights Activist. Dave is a Civil Engineer and specialist in yacht and ocean-based tourism.
President and Committee of the Sri Lanka America Association of Southern California (SLAASC) Meeting
Miss Sri Lanka New York 2022
Shayleena Wijerathna Petite Teen California 2022
Fourteen year old Shayleena Wijerathna of Corona, Ca. has been crowned “Petite Teen California 2022.” She will be representing California at the nationals in Wisconsin in August 2022. Her platform is Autism Awareness- What makes you different is what makes you beautiful. She is a freshman and scholar at Santiago High School in Corona, CA. she is an aspiring teen commercial model/actress. She is being represented by Dreamscope Entertainment and Manikin Talent Agency. Shayleena is the daughter of Ronika Wijerathna and grand daughter of the late Romanie Abeysinghe.
Making their debut performance with ‘Aranga Pravesam’
Namrutha Prabagaran, Hamshitha Prabagaran and Harshini Aravind will make their debut performance ‘Aranga Pravesam’ under the direction of their guru, Kalasuri Smt. Vasugi Jegatheeswaran on July 30 at the New Kathiresan Hall, Bambalapitiya. The chief guest of this event will be Dr. Jeyanthy Yogharajah, founder/ Artistic Director of Salangai Narthanalaya Academy of Fine Arts and Sasvatam UK. The guests of honour will be Sarah Philipps, Principal, Colombo International School and Rev. Sr. Ranjanie Silva, Principal, Holy Family Convent, Bambalapitiya.The performance is choreographed and directed by Smt. Vasugi Jegatheeswaran accompanied by vocalist – Arunanthy Aruran, Mirudhangam – Mahendran Logendran, violin – Shanmuganathan Thibaharan, thaala tharangam – Ratnam Ratnadurai and flute – Priyantha Dissanayake.
James Webb telescope reveals the universe as we’ve never seen it before
The James Webb Space Telescope, the most powerful observatory to be placed in orbit, has revealed the “deepest and sharpest infrared image of the early universe” ever taken, going back 13 billion years, NASA said. At first glance, the first image from NASA’s new James Webb Space Telescope may not seem all that remarkable. But in reality, what appears to be tiny specks in space are actually galaxies — billions of years old. “If you held a grain of sand on the tip of your finger at arms length, that is the part of the universe you are seeing — just one little speck of the universe,” NASA Administrator Bill Nelson said of the image.
Jayam’s Choice Elvis Presley – All Star Tribute
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Iroshini Wijenayaka of Ideal Group represents Sri Lanka at the World Women Leadership Congress
Ideal Group Ltd. Group Marketing and Communications General Manager Iroshini Wijenayaka, was recently nominated as a Patron of the World Women Leadership Congress (WWLC), taking Sri Lanka to the international limelight, yet again. Based in Mumbai, WWLC, honors the strategic and influential role of women leaders and annually organises the ‘Women Leadership Awards’ to celebrate the outstanding leadership and achievements demonstrated by women leaders in the region.
Baz Luhrmann’s ELVIS – Official Trailer
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Flight to Ceylon in 1950 with TWA
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Jerusalema Dance Challenge -Best Performance- Sri Lanka Dance inspire
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Animals and Humans Sharing a Deep Connection
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“Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo July 8th. 2022
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Sri Lanka needs your prayers. We at Kaleidoscope want you to be a part of our journey of positivity so each week, it’s about bringing a smile on your face. This week, it’s lots of chocolate, large water lilies, alligator weddings, market & economic news, chats about HIV & empowering women through SMEs and song.
Obituaries – Sad News
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Rita Kunaratnam (90) passed away in Melbourne, Australia. Wife of the late Dr Theagan Kunaratnam, mother of Renuka, Manjula and Ishan, mother-in-law of Mano and Cindi, grandmother of Crishan, Tasha, Kalin, Kayle, Eathan and Jack.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Pineapple Curry with Shrimp and Mussels
Serves 4-6
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
2 tablespoons red curry paste
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
8 ounces jumbo shrimp, shelled
and deveined
1 pound mussels, cleaned and
beards removed
6 ounces fresh pineapple, finely crushed
or chopped
5 kaffir lime leaves, torn
2 red chillies, chopped and cilantro
leaves to garnish
Method
1.In a large saucepan, bring half the
coconut milk to a boil and heat,
stirring, until it separates.
2.Add the red curry paste and cook
until fragrant. Add the fish sauce
and sugar and continue to cook
for a few moments.
3.Stir in the rest of the coconut milk
and bring back to a boil. Add the
Jumbo shrimp,mussels, pineapple
and kaffir leaves.
4.Reheat until boiling and then simmer
for 3-5 minutes, until the shrimp are
cooked and the mussells have opened .
Remove any mussells that have not
opened and discard. Serve garnished
with red chillies and cilantro leaves.
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Good News from Jayam – congratulations 2022 graduates – Samantha – Sydney – Lianne – Wathni – Shehan – Queen Elizabeth jubilee – Happy Birthday Athena
Good News from Jayam – congratulations 2022 graduates – Samantha – Sydney – Lianne – Wathni – Shehan – Queen Elizabeth jubilee – Happy Birthday Athena
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Dr. Kohona Explores Ways to Boost Trade with China
Sri Lanka Ambassador in Beijing Dr. Palitha Kohona has requested the China Asia Economic Development Association Urban Cooperation Committee (CAEDAUCC) to establish Sri Lanka national pavilions, both online and offline, as part of the overall efforts to promote Sri Lanka products.Declaring Sri Lanka should make every effort to increase exports to China, Ambassador Kohona said increase of Sri Lankan exports to China could help Sri Lanka overcome the current crisis.
Newlyweds Alexa and Trey of Bellevue, WA Cruising Alaska on the ‘Discovery Princess’
Happy 4th Birthday Athena (You can’t beat that smile!)
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Congratulations Graduates !
Samantha Djahanshahi
Sydney Bacon
Lianne de Silva
Wathni Wije
Shehan
Lunch with Sheahara Pandithage of Wembley, UK at “The Strand House” in Manhattan Beach, Ca.
Antique 200 year old couch from Sri Lanka in excellent condition new corduroy green upholstered – Valued in Sri Lanka for much more than asking price.
(Own a Part of Sri Lanka’s Heritage)
$6000 firm – Call Jayam 626-335-7266
Shanthi and Nandi Jasentuliyana 40th Wedding Anniversary in Diamond Bar, Ca.
Urgently Required Medical supplies were dispatched to the University Hospital Peradeniya (UTH), by Meditech Data International CEO Dilip Niranjan Jayasekara from the funds raised at the 40th-anniversary gathering of Shanthi and Nandi Jasentuliyana.
Lassana Launches La Treats Range of Cookies
Lassana Group of Companies, has launched of a delicious and innovative range of exclusive cookies to the Sri Lankan market under its own proprietary brand, ‘La Treats’. With the promise of ‘Treat Yourself’, La Treats presently offers six unique flavours for cookie lovers to enjoy. All new flavors of freshly baked La Treats cookies, including Choco Chip, Red Velvet, Milk and Malt, Fruit & Nut, Blueberry, and Raisin are now available for purchase online and at all Lassana showrooms, island wide.
Jayam’s Choice “For So Long” by The Bee Gees (Please click on arrow)
Lankan Muslims forgo Hajj pilgrimage to save forex for the country
Over 1,500 Muslims who were planning to make the Hajj pilgrimage this year have decided to skip in a bid to help Sri Lanka conserve scarce foreign exchange. Saudi Arabia had allocated a quota of nearly 1,600 persons from Sri Lanka for the Hajj this year. It was the first time in two years Sri Lanka got an opportunity as Saudi cancelled the practice of one of the pillars of Islam for outsiders in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID pandemic. Sources said if Sri Lankans were to undertake the pilgrimage the cost would have been around $ 7 million.
Significant Contribution to Natural Sciences: Rohan Pethiyagoda
In what is probably the highest accolade paid to a Sri Lankan naturalist ever, this year’s Linnean Medal for Zoology was bestowed on Rohan David Pethiyagoda, who, though not a scientist in the formal sense, has as a naturalist been a guiding light with his magisterial Freshwater Fishes in Sri Lanka (1990) and been responsible for the discovery and/or description of almost a hundred new species of vertebrates from our island. The ceremony at Burlington House on May 24, and Rohan Pethiyagoda says he felt very honored as a Sri Lankan to be standing there.
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Stardust Nite at the Ceylinco Ballroom on July 10th 1970 Rs. 7.00 (were you there? Livy was!)
“Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo June 3rd, 2022 (Please click on arrow)
We have large whiskeys and even larger seagrass, fanged fans, young bakers, the port in action and our top story
discusses the cause of our crisis plus economic snippets.
Obituaries – Sad News
Major General Yogendra Balaretnarajah VSV USP NDC – Former Chief of Staff, Sri Lanka Army – husband of late Sarojini, father of Anusha, Arjuna and Brahman and grandfather of Ashwin, Akshara and Bhishman, father-in-law of Mohan Villavarayan and Dr Anjana, son of late Mr & Mrs Balaretnaraja of Kachcheri – Nallur Road, brother of Mrs Chandramathy Ganesharatnam, late Mrs Ratnaleela Tissainayagam, Dammayanthy Nadaraja, Ganendra, Balendra, Rajendra and Nareshkumar. Funeral was at the General Cemetery, Kanatta new Crematorium 2nd June 2022 with Hindu rituals followed by escort under full military honors.
(See Appreciation by S. Skandakumar below)
Charles Selvaratnam David “Charlie” (73) passed away in Sydney, Australia on May 25th 2022.
Charlie was a Civil and Structural Engineer working for the New South Wales Government. Husband of Puvaneswari (Rani), father of Prishan, Nishan, father-in-law of Anita, grandfather to Maya, Alisha, brother of late Alfred (Alfie), Sarojini, Joseph (Joe), Paul, brother-in-law of late Ranjini, Indran Nallamanickam, Rohinie, Ami. Funeral was in Sydney on 6th June 2022.
Colman Ebert (Former G.A.) – Husband of Indrani, father of Cheruka, brother of Elton and Maise and Roy and Viji, expired. Burial was at General Cemetery Borella, Roman Catholic Section. on 30th May 2022.
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Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
Crisp Asparagus Rolls with Cheese and xo Sauce
Ingredients
16 fresh large asparagus spears (about 1 lb./500g)
6 cups (1.5liters) water mixed with 1 tablespoon
of salt
Ice water
2 to 3 sheets filo pastry (20×11 in/50x28cm each)
for wrapping
6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
4 teaspoons XO sauce
1/2 cup (1 stick 125 g) butter, melted
1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
Makes 16 pieces
Preparation time:20 minutes
Cooking time :10 minutes
METHOD
1.Cut off the bottom one-third of the asparagus spears and
discard. Bring the salted water to a boil in a saucepan and
blanch the asparagus spears for 3 minutes, then drain and
quickly plunge into the ice water.
2.Cut the filo pastry into long rectangular strips with the width measuring 2/3 the height of the asparagus spears.
3.Place the grated cheese and the asparagus spears on a large plate, then move the plate to and fro to roll the asparagus in the cheese until well coated.
4.Place each asparagus spear on a filo strip, close to one end. Spread 1/4 teaspoon of the XO sauce over the asparagus and brush the filo strip with the melted butter.
5.Wrap by rolling the filo strip around the asparagus spear 3 to 4 times and seal with a dab of the butter. Repeat with all the other asparagus spears.
6.Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and pan- fry the asparagus rolls on all sides, placing the sealed edge face down first, until the filo pastry turns golden brown. Serve hot on a platter.
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