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- The
Master of the South
1. King Aggabodhi died suddenly. His brother became the Master
of the South. He was Prince Dappula by name. He was able to free
the south of all enemy attacks. He made the province prosperous.
Peace prevailed and the people were able to move about freely.
- Special
items used for ceremonial occasions
The political stability of the Sinhalese kingdom began to deteriorate
by the end of the 15th century. The Portuguese made use of the
internal dissensions to gain a foothold in the country. They managed
to take control of the maritime provinces.
- A
whole new world
It's a new day in the Red Planet. The year 2005 has just dawned.
I click 'send' in my palmtop and complete my ritual of sending
e-cards every new year. I didn't forget to send one to my alien
friend A1269.
- Independence
Day, 2006
Sri Lanka celebrated her 58th Independence Day in grandeur at
the Galle Face Green on February 4.
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