Experience the magic of Yala in comfort and style Source:Sundaytimes Located on the edge of Yala National Park, Hilton Yala Resort offers unparalleled access to the rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes that define this park. The Hotel has just announced a limited time offer that gives Sri Lankans and residents the opportunity to experience the magic of Yala in comfort and style. Priced from Rs. 120,000 per night for two people, the offer provides an unforgettable escape into the heart of Sri Lanka’s world-renowned Yala National Park. There are safaris expertly guided by the resort’s Wildlife Rangers and a Junior Ranger Programme that offers young adventurers a world of fun and learning, where they can identify animal tracks and birds, discover fascinating facts about wildlife, and earn a special badge to commemorate their experience. ...
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Book on Victoria Golf Resort by Tony Whitham Source:Sundaytimes Tony WhitThe picturesque Victoria Golf Resort at Digana in Kandy comes to life in the pages of ham’s book, which was launched with great fanfare on 11th May 2024 after the conclusion of the Mark Bostock Memorial Trophy 2024 Awards Ceremony at the award-winning golf resort. Sponsored by John Keells Holdings, the top golfing event attracted over 90 golfers this year. The Mark Bostock Memorial Trophy, which was first introduced in 2008 and won by Chris Holloway, has become a highly anticipated event in the golf calendar with many top class local and overseas golfers teeing off in the annual board event. Author Tony Whitham, the first General Manager of the Victoria Golf Resort, recalls the Victoria Golf Resort being declared open back in 1999 by Mark Bostock. In his newly launched book, he delves into its exciting history and legacy. ...
Jun 10, 2024
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Remembering a past war as a new one rages in Europe – By Charles Schokman Image Source : economist Bob fagan was a 21-year-old private from Texas when he plunged from his assault craft into the cold sea off Utah Beach in Normandy, under the rattle of Nazi machinegun fire and air bombardment. “The water was red with blood,” he later recalled. “There were bodies floating all around us.” A fellow member of the 299th combat battalion landing on Omaha Beach had a simpler description: “Hell.” Of the more than 150,000 Allied troops who arrived in Normandy on June 6th 1944, 9,000 were killed or wounded within the first 24 hours. d-Day (which stands simply for day) or Jour j (as it came to be known in France) was a turning-point in the Allied campaign to push back Nazis on the Western Front, liberate France and defeat Hitler’s Germany in 1945. President Joe Biden, France’s Emmanuel ...
Jun 10, 2024
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THE RISE OF BOLD AMAYA ADHIKARI A DARING UNMATCHED CHARACTER IN THE ANNALS OF ARCHIVES IN SRI LANKA – Sunil Thenabadu Image Source : Chat & Music Facebook In our lives many startling incidents do occur. The famous singing duo Athula and Samitha too had undergone such astounding phenomena After a successful singing and life having two grown up daughter and a son a third party Amaya had peeped into their lives.- Amaya had come to fame initially from been crowned in a pageant in year 2006 then became a model after which called for music videos The marriage of Athula Samitha had already ended in a divorce when the duo became acquainted. Many had criticized that it was Amaya who was responsible for this rupture, but not so Amaya had added many times There had been many FB posts blaming Amaya for this rupture, such as ‘not ashamed’ Amaya has ...
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Sharp rise in US crude stocks: the only chart that explains the oil price stagnation – By Hemantha Yapa Abeywardena Palpable anxieties in the oil markets The price of oil has been down for the fourth successive week with Brent hitting below $80 again. As of 18:00 GMT on Friday, the prices of WTI and Brent recorded $75.53 and $79.62 respectively. The long-awaited meeting of the OPEC+, meanwhile, went ahead on Sunday, June 2, with some members opted for being online and the rest meeting in person. The members, although put on a brave front, tentatively agreed to extend the production cuts beyond 2024 so that the dwindling prices can be shored up. It, however, appears to be easier said than done. At present, the OPEC+ cuts its production by 5.58 million bpd – barrels per day: there are 3.36 million bpd production cuts that were due ...
Jun 10, 2024
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Pakistan crumble in run chase against India in crunch T20 World Cup encounter source: Copyright (c) icc-cricket.com (media approved partner – Trevine Rodrigo – eLanka) The safe hands of Rishabh Pant and the combined bowling efforts of Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya got India a narrow but crucial win over rivals Pakistan in Group A of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium. It was a victory that had looked reasonably unlikely when Pakistan made a solid start to their run chase of 120, sitting on 57/1 after ten overs having lost only Babar Azam. They required only 63 runs from the remaining 60 balls – but five wickets fell in the second half of their innings, leaving them a tantalising seven runs short of their target. Scoreboard: India v Pakistan Toss: Pakistan won the toss and chose to field. Virat and Rohit fall ...
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BONEY M. Sets Sydney Disco Inferno Ablaze at Enmore Theatre in Sydney! – by eLanka On June 8th, 2024, the legendary Boney M. brought their Farewell Tour to the Enmore Theatre, igniting a disco firestorm in the heart of Sydney. Led by the dazzling Maizie Williams, the last remaining original vocalist, the concert was a night of pure, unadulterated disco bliss. Backed by a talented live band (band member names unavailable), Maizie Williams commanded the stage with her signature charisma and powerful vocals. Hits like “Daddy Cool,” “Ma Baker,” and “Rasputin” had the audience on their feet, dancing and singing along. The iconic disco grooves filled the Enmore Theatre, transporting everyone back to the golden age of disco. The concert wasn’t just about reliving the past; it was a celebration of timeless music that continues to resonate with audiences today. Whether it was the funky bass lines of “Rivers of ...
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The Haka in Mourning …. So Powerful …. So Moving Source:Thuppahis One day by pure chance I witnessed TV coverage of a New Zealand Maori Regiment receiving the coffins of comrades who died in service in Afghanistan. These uniformed men went into a HAKA ceremonial war dance reserved for such occasions. Wham! Bang! It was as powerful and meaningful a recognition of loss and expression of sorrow as one could get! ….. as powerful, albeit in a different manner, as THE LAST POST. M-Berena: “Funeral Haka – A Powerful Dance from the Soul,” https://mysendoff.com/2014/04/funeral-haka-a-powerful-dance-from-the-soul/ The Maori, the indigenous people of New Zealand, have been using Haka for hundreds of years. Perhaps the most well known to most people not familiar with their history is the Haka used by the New Zealand All Blacks Rugby team that’s been performed before games since 1888. ...
Jun 9, 2024
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The Full Monty: Sri Lankan Stars in Aussie Life Source:Thuppahis Courtesy of DFAT and cameraman Nathan Fulton and with thanks to Kristopher Maslin of the Department of Foreign Affairs Arun Abey of Jitto Arulampalam of Melbourne VISIT https://thuppahis.com/2017/04/27/distinguished-sri-lankan-aussies-dfat-honours/ FOR BIO-DATA David de Kretser of Melbourne Michelle de Kretser of Sydney Upulie Divisekera Siri Kannangara of Sydney Peter Kuruvita of Sydney Urfa Masood of Melbourne Victor Melder of Melbourne Dinesh Perera of Sydney Sam Prince of Canberra Padmini Sebastian of Naomi Selvaratnam of SBS Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...
Jun 9, 2024
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Distinguished Sri Lankan Aussies: DFAT Honours-by Michael Roberts Source:Thuppahis Peter Kuruvita: Chef, restaurateur and television host Peter Kuruvita’s career was forged in early childhood accompanying his grandmother to markets in Sri Lanka. Kuruvita would observe her devotion to preparing the family meal, while she explained the significance of each ingredient. After emigrating to Australia, Kuruvita’s father allowed him to leave school to follow his dream – on the condition that he pursue an apprenticeship. He has gone on to forge a career as a chef, restaurateur, author and host of his own television series. Kuruvita has worked to transform Australians’ perceptions of Sri Lanka by promoting Sri Lankan culinary traditions and heritage. Through his published works and television series, Kuruvita has played an important role introducing Sri Lankan culture to a wider audience. Victor Melder; Researcher and historian– In nearly 50 years, Victor Melder, founder of the Sri Lanka library in Melbourne, ...
Jun 9, 2024
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