Mannar’s donkey buddies
Saya, Maria, Evelyn and ‘baby’ Alex……all are “hits” with anyone who crosses their paths. Even though they and their ‘kith and kin’ have been around for a long time in Mannar, it is very recently that the interactions and bonding began in earnest. It is this bonding, between human and animal — special children and [...]
Letters to the Editor
Late to work every day: Bus lane causing traffic nightmare Prior to the implementation of the bus lane with the road construction taking place for the fly over at Rajagiriya junction, there was free flow of traffic down Cotta Road as the buses were using the Sri Jayewarde-nepura Road. Except for some days, we managed [...]
Appreciations
The father figure who gave us teenagers an experience of a lifetime in journalism Harold Pieris A tribute on his 85th b’day Harold Pieris came into our lives exactly thirty years ago when we joined Lake House as trainee reporters – fresh out of school and waiting to start our studies at Colombo University. Mr. [...]
Back to his learning roots
My love for the people of Sri Lanka is immense as they gave me the best years of my life,” reflects Prof. Nakamura Hisashi during his recent visit to the country, representing JIPPO, a non-profit Japanese organisation, which is attempting an ambitious livelihood programme for small-scale tea cultivators in Haldummulla. Interestingly, Prof. Nakamura was here [...]
Cordoba’s ‘Mosque-cathedral’ in Spain
A thousand years ago, the Spanish city of Cordoba was one of the largest and most prosperous cities in Europe. During the period that Al-Andalus (the region now known as Iberia which included most of Spain, Portugal, and a small section of Southern France) was under Muslim rule this city was a rich centre of [...]
Glimpses of dark political chapter and jungle beauties
The rainbow colours of the South African flag are symbolic of the multi-cultural nation of South Africa that has emerged since Apartheid was lifted in 1994. Scientists have established that South Africa was an important centre for the evolution of human civilization. It was inhabited by Australopithecines since at least 2.5 million years ago. Modern [...]
Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions gets green light for healthy vision
Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions becomes the first hotel in Sri Lanka to be certified by Veggie Hotels – the first vegetarian hotel association worldwide. Introducing a holistic Ayurvedic experience, Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions has incorporated a purely vegetarian and vegan menu in line with the treatments offered at the property. Since 2011, Veggie Hotels offers a platform [...]
Reel life of bygone Kingdoms
On a verdant, peaceful hilltop in Yongin is a sprawling settlement. Its summit offers a breathtaking view of colourful palaces and temples, noblemen’s houses, villages and marketplaces, as far as the eye can see. But nobody lives there. This is the Dae Jang Geum Park, one of the largest open film sets in Korea–and the [...]
If you’re a book lover head to the BMICH today
In this era of modern technology if someone doubts the existence of book lovers, look no further than the Colombo International Book Fair. In its 19th consecutive year , the book fair is still drawing the crowds -bookworms of all ages, from kids looking out for magical children’s stories and fancy stationery to young and [...]
Karu declares open renovated SL Consulate General in Mumbai
On a visit to India to attend the 153rd birth anniversary commemorations of Anagarika Dharmapala at Buddha Gaya, Speaker Karu Jayasuriya also declared open, on September 16, the renovated premises of the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Mumbai. Government dignitaries, captains of industry, the Sri Lankan community in the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat and [...]
All-time favourites that made for a wonderful evening of entertainment
For all those who love Broadway, last month’s show, ‘To Broadway with Love’ was an evening to remember. As we walked down to the hall, the lights of Broadway with old posters from great musicals on either side created the setting for the show. From then the Oak Room at Cinnamon Grand was alight with [...]
‘Country Roads’ lifts hopes of hundreds of needy children
The Country Music Foundation (CMF) on the successful conclusion in March 2017 of South Asia’s longest running concert series – Country Roads – has donated a combined total of Rs. 971,000 to a series of charities and schools, providing for the needs of children. In a series of events held in March to raise funds [...]
Faces in Different Places: Art Exhibition by Elizabeth Moir Senior School
The senior students of Elizabeth Moir School will present their annual art exhibition under the theme “Faces in Different Places”. As the title suggests the paintings will focus on faces and places and will demonstrate the integration of proportion and perspectives. Drawing on places and people who are important to them, these young artists are [...]
Lions Ladies present ‘A Ray of Hope’ to raise funds
The Lion Ladies of Lions Clubs International District 306B2 will raise funds to donate a “Mammography unit “ to the Colombo Teaching Hospital at Ragama which is very essential for the early detection of breast cancer. Screening for breast cancer is not affordable for many in private hospitals here and hence the members of this [...]
Zonta’s night for women achievers
Marking 50 years of service and fellowship among women towards the empowerment of women this year, the Zonta Club 1 of Colombo held its annual Women of Achievement Awards on Sunday, September 17 at the Oak Room of the Cinnamon Grand. Established in 1985, the awards ceremony recognizes and celebrates women who have accomplished, excelled [...]
Dusheni crowned amidst rain of confetti
It was an elegant and tense finish to over two months of intense preparation and amidst all the pageantry, the new Siyatha Miss World Sri Lanka was revealed on September 18 at the Hilton Grand Ballroom. Confetti rained down as Dusheni Silva was crowned, and she was all smiles as she hugged the other runners [...]