Sancta Maria: Miracle shrine atop a hill
By Kumudini Hettiarachchi Holding her child closely in her arms, she looks down serenely, benevolently and tenderly at the world. This is the mother, who with Joseph by her side, would be overjoyed at the birth of her baby but would also have her heart crushed by anguish to see her beloved son’s agony on [...]
12 children and a nativity play comes to life!
By Dr. Carmeline Fernando Growing up in the sixties we had a neighbour called Uncle Joe, who used to organise a Nativity play for the…
Letters to the Editor
Delay in Sampur coal power plant: Blessing in disguise The news item titled “India, Lanka in heated row over coal power plant” which appeared in…
Appreciations
His was a noble life worthy of emulation Lenard Frank Wickremasinghe Dec. 22 marked the first death anniversary of Lenard Frank Wickramasinghe, a former Chairman…
To market, to market to buy all that’s good
Every Thursday the Diyatha Uyana market is abuzz with organic food and other local products on sale By Duvindi Illankoon Stroll in through the Water’s…
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Star of wonder: Unravelling the mystery
By Prof. Asoka Perera The star is a must among our Christmas decorations. However, for a long time…
Good news, bad luck and ugly Christmas
There is so much good news today that the mind boggles. If one can imagine it, one can…
Lighting up an old tale with a local touch
First ever Christmas pandal spreads the news of joy By Sandarangi Perera How do you get the message…
Don’t let that ‘holly-jolly Christmas’ take away the true meaning
By Anne Abayasekara The cartoon showed a man heavily laden with parcels, plodding behind a woman who was…
Whose birthday is it anyway?
Two thousand years ago, God the Father sent a Gift of Love to this world. This precious gift…
Christmas – The mystery of God becoming man
By Lenard Ranjith Mahaarachchi The event of Christmas can be interpreted as God becoming Man, a promise God…
The case for conserving elephant landscapes
Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne on the need for large scale thinking for elephant conservation Nilantha Kodituwakku and I…
Remembering the poignant tales of Tsunami survivors
By D.C. Ranatunga At this time every year since 2004, we are reminded of the tragedy which hit…
The writer takes you through all that’s new
Book facts: Principles of International Trade Law by Lakshman Marasinghe. Reviewed by K. Kanag- Isvaran, PC International trade involves…
Sri Lanka’s own Tiffany
Starting in 1855, Joonoos jewellers has had a dazzling journey. Here a fifth generation family member Mueen El…
Galadari goes blue
It was a blue Christmas at the Galadari Hotel with mermaids and seashells and backdrops of the ocean…
Your favourite haunt cooks up festive fare
Green Cabin’s chef Lal De Silva gives Smriti Daniel a taste of old and new Lal De Silva…
Jetwing journey with Kumar
Sri Lankan born Kumar Pereira, a designer by profession became the oldest competitor (at a sprightly 62 years…
How and what we ate: From stone age to modern times
Asiff Hussein’s latest book Ivilly Pevilly. The Gastronome’s Guide to the Culinary History and Heritage of Sri Lanka…
Cloud Café: Try the new menu under a dazzling night sky
By Sandarangi Perera In the heart of Colombo, away from the hustle and bustle of the city below…
Ministry of Crab sinks its claws into restaurant scene
While there was speculation when the Ministry of Crab opened that the involvement of cricketers Mahela Jayawardena and…
Mother of three seeks help
Mrs. K. Leelakanthi suffering from a chronic neck injury is seeking help to undergo surgical treatment. The mother…
Uduvil girls sing carols in Colombo
A little publicised but very exhilarating event took place in the church hall of St. Paul’s, Milagiriya on…
Traditional Christmas carol service at St. Michael & All Angels
The Christmas Carol Service at St. Michael & All Angels, Polwatte, Colombo 3 will be held in the…
Pragna Pradeepa celebrates 25 years of service
The 25th anniversary of the Pragna Pradeepa concept was held recently at the Campbell Park. Founder of the…
Holiday atmosphere at Jetwing Christmas Village
Jetwing Hotels unveiled a life size Christmas Village featuring a church, a crib and a house near its…
Wildlife and Nature Protection Society AGM
At the 118th Annual General Meeting of the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society of Sri Lanka held recently,…
Red Lotus Organisation hands over donated wheel chairs
At the 7th Annual General Meeting of the Red Lotus Organisation held recently, ten wheel chairs and crutches…
Thai Ambassador opens Mettasena exhibition
Constantly seeking to innovate and bring a new perspective to his work, Mettasena, perhaps better known for his…
President of SOS Children’s Villages International visits Sri Lanka
President – SOS Children’s Villages International Siddhartha Kaul, arrived in Sri Lanka on December 20. Mr. Kaul was…
Jaya Siri Maha Bodhiya: A priceless gift
Unduwap Poya falls on December 27 By Rajitha Weerakoon The gifting of the Buddhist Doctrine and the sacred…
Bringing out the best in those beach beauties
A brother and sister duo share their fascination with sea shells By Tharooshie Mahahewage “She sells sea shells…