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TWO RELIGIONS AND A ROYAL KINGDOM – THE GLORY THAT WAS ANGKOR – By Bernard VanCuylenburg     PROLOGUE. Dr.Henri Mouhot the French Naturalist was doing what he loved best, searching for new species of flora in a leafy green forest which was his passion. Pressing even deeper into a green kingdom glinting with birds of every variety, and  flora and fauna of every description, tropical heat notwithstanding, he set to work with a passion. Suddenly, something in the forest beyond caught his eye. Amid the thickets he and his workers spotted a massive structure that resembled what looked like a temple and colossal stone steps thrown down by trees which had grow between the crevices, and reached a terrace the form of which was impossible to make out. As a guide cleared a path with his machete, they came across another colossal structure half buried in the density of ...

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The British Sri Lankan Association celebrates 10 years of achievement ESTABLISHED in 2014, BRISLA, a non-profitable and non-political organisation is now recognised as the leading voice for British Sri Lankans in the UK.   The last 10 years has seen much change, with many advancements in technology, healthcare and education. Since its inception, BRISLA has been a champion for social integration, sustainable development and focused partnerships in the fields of business and health. During this time BRISLA has actively focussed on bringing communities together, to foster a cohesive and integrated society working towards achieving the best for all. The focus for 2024 is to foster ‘unity in diversity’. To celebrate the 10-year anniversary, a lunch was held on June 18th at the Caledonian Club in London.  Guests included speakers, Lord Naseby, Lord Hugo Swire, The Sri Lankan High Commissioner, HE Rohitha Bogollagama and Lesley Craig from the FCDO who gave ...

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Boeing: flying through clouds vs manoeuvring bad press – By Hemantha Yapa Abeywardena Boeing, the aerospace giant that enjoyed a market dominance heyday for decades from the 50s to 90s and marketing heyday in 2000s, has been grabbing the headlines for all the reasons recently. The catalogue of disasters involving the company reached one of its peaks last week, when the CEO of the company, Dave Calhoun, was mercilessly grilled by a panel of US senators on Capitol Hill last week. Mr Calhoun neither showed any blueprint for addressing the burning issues nor came any closer to providing the senators with – and the public for that matter – any consistent, straight-forward answers to the questions that he was subjected to; low-pitched mumbling hardly helped in a tense situation, when you are at the receiving end of a barrage of probing questions. Of course, Mr Calhoun is on his way ...

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Anunine Holdings partners with Enterprise Analytics for Acumatica Cloud ERP implementation 25th June 2024, Colombo: Enterprise Analytics (EA), a leading Sri Lankan IFS and Acumatica partner with offices across the globe, has been chosen by Anunine Holdings to empower their digital transformation journey. Anunine Holdings has selected Acumatica’s cloud ERP platform to enable them to streamline operations across the group and ensure one source of truth to enable stronger decision making. They will kickstart their digital journey by implementing Acumatica at their KSPA Embilipitiya Paper Mills and Recy Traders UK Limited operations first, setting the stage for future success. EA will carry out the implementation of the platform which will include planning, change management, user enablement and the rollout of the ERP. ...

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Good News From Jayam July 1, 2024 Pls Scroll Down 35 items Source : goodnewsfromjayam Happy Fourth of July Elizabeth K. Horst to be next US Envoy to Sri Lanka President Joe Biden has nominated Elizabeth K. Horst as the next US Ambassador to Sri Lanka. The nomination has been sent to the Senate. Elizabeth K. Horst, a distinguished member of the Senior Foreign Service holding the rank of Minister-Counsellor, currently serves as the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary responsible for Pakistan and Public Diplomacy in the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs. Elizabeth will replace Julie Chung whose term ends in July 2024. UD Production Events Special Performance of “Maathra” Concert Another successful event by UD Production he “Maathra” Musicvaganza, organized by Upul Dharmadasa (UD Production), took place on the June 1st at the BMICH in Sri Lanka. The event attracted a full house, packed to capacity with over 1600 ...

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Mastering Healthy Meal Planning for a Balanced Lifestyle – By Bhanuka – eLanka Maintaining a balanced diet can often feel like an elusive goal in the hustle and bustle of modern life. However, healthy meal planning is a powerful tool that can simplify this process and lead to long-term wellness. This guide will explore the benefits of meal planning, provide practical tips, and offer strategies to help you create nutritious and delicious meals consistently. The Benefits of Healthy Meal Planning Improved Nutritional Intake: Planning your meals ensures you include a variety of nutrient-dense foods, promoting a balanced intake of essential vitamins and minerals. Time and Money Savings: By preparing meals in advance, you can save time on daily cooking and reduce impulsive purchases, ultimately lowering your grocery bills. Reduced Stress: Having a clear meal plan eliminates the daily dilemma of deciding what to eat, reducing stress and making mealtime more ...

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Return of the Ancestors – Sharing an Intangible Heritage – By Kavinda Bibile, Carola Krebs & Maria Schetelich   Source: journals.ub.uni-heidelberg.de Photo source: Return of the Ancestors – Sharing an Intangible Heritage – by Kavinda Bibile, Carola Krebs & Maria Schetelich – the PDF below Download the PDF file . Download the PDF file .   Download the PDF file .   Download the PDF file . Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...

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