Voter interest high despite dull election aura
NORTHERN PROVINCE Jaffna district Adrive through the roads and by lanes of three provinces – Northern,…
Tharushi dazzles to another record
Tharushi Karunaratne of Walala A Ratnayake Central continued her excellent form for the third day running,…
Ananda prevail over St. Joseph Vaz
Ananda Colllege despite dominating proceedings against St. Joseph Vaz College, Wennappuwa had to be satisfied with…
Polls in Jaffna: It’s a fight between two ‘devils’
Voters give demonic titles to the main contestants Proliferation of drugs in the Northern coastal belt…
Study will help protect anteater targeted by smugglers
A new study has taken the first step in Sri Lanka to shed light on an…
A lesson in politics from a former student
Mahesh Senanayake, a pint sized mischievous imp whom I taught at Ananda, running about in a…
Pick of the Pix
From our readers Shutterbugs out there, here’s your chance to send in your contributions to…
White cane awareness day
The National Federation of the Blind celebrates White Cane Awareness Day annually on 15 October. In…
Dark and dirty side of politics
It is not only in Sri Lanka that obnoxious politics operates just below the surface and…
Cooking up Aunty’s favourite Lankan fare
Strains of old Sinhala songs greet your ears as you walk into a little renovated home…
‘The Thinks You Can Think’
On October 26 at the Western Cultural Centre Auditorium, Colombo an exciting musical production ‘The Thinks…
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Soorasamharam reenacted
To mark Sooranporu or Soorasamharam, part of Skanda Sashti Viratham festival, a ritual folk performance that recreates the killing of Asuras by Lord Murugan was held at the Jinthupitiya Hindu temple yesterday…
SLFP patron CBK faces expulsion
Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga, now patron of the Sri…
“Opened” Lotus Tower still closed to public; TRC and military to run it
Waidyalankara case: Wife and son must report to FCID on Nov. 4 and 5
Tanker coming today; LP gas shortage will end within two days
Forensic report on bond scam: Central Bank seeks AG’s advice amid controversy
This is the way to cast your vote: NEC Chairman
HRCSL continues to vet police and SLAF personnel for UN missions
Easter Sunday bomb victims remembered
PM appointment: Sajith points to law
Soorasamharam reenacted
Devinuwara Menike on her maiden journey
NEC slaps ban on live political shows on ITN
Finance Ministry releases MCC document to challenge Opposition criticism
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Chelsea freed from doping ban
Ban lifted on technical grounds, but three-member committee recommends reprimand on athlete
Teenage sprinter Chelsea Melani Bendarage who tested positive for a banned stimulant in February this year has been exonerated from all charges on a technicality…
More troubles for Sri Lanka cricket
Sri Lankan cricket is in a full blown crisis. Just…
Akalanka sets new SL record, targets five SAG golds
Tharushi dazzles to another record
The curious case of Mellony Wijesinghe
Hayleys thrash Under-19s by 8 wickets
Ananda prevail over St. Joseph Vaz
Lahiru, Anjana, Malith guide CP to massive win
Sri Lanka wushuites get Iranian coach for SAG
Ananda, HFC, Maliyadeva boys’ and girls’ emerge champs
Trinity host S. Thomas’ in annual hockey today
Navy SC down BRC by five wickets
Under-23s in top 8 of Shenzhen WTA final
Sylvester’s stamp their class in Boxing
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Planting a tree
Happy children with the “Katu Anoda”- Soursop plants received at a recent INSEE Cement- Colombo Plan programme in Puttalam/Anuradhapura which celebrates the birth of every…
Over 3.5 m medical records online
Over 3.5 million medical records in more than 40 government…
Government’s total public debt sky-high by 71%
Taiwan raises issues on Ceylon Tea
Elections Commission, Fb working to bar hate speech
‘Presidential Poll 2019’ discussion
Give, give and give…
Beware of the governments
Hoteliers want more control over promotion funds
Intersection of policy, technology and law will be the future from now
Eagle Group marks 14 years of logistics excellence
Sunlight brand to bring communities together
Cargills to build 50 Food City stores annually from 2020
Recent tax developments on residential condominium properties
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Editorial
Use and abuse of a “mandate”
The frontline presidential hopefuls have gone on an unabashed spree of promises. There’s not a passing day when promises are not tumbling out of their respective platforms. The range is wide. From free fertilizer for farmers matched the next day with free fertilizer for all agriculturists, to making devil dancing…
Columns
- Political Commentary
Polls in Jaffna: It’s a fight between two ‘devils’
Voters give demonic titles to the main contestants Proliferation of drugs in the Northern coastal belt Amidst heavy opposition, Mangala reveals draft MCC agreement Sajith hits back at…
- 5th Column
His days are numbered
Aiyo Sirisena, I thought of writing to you because this will probably be the last time we will write to you as the man in charge. Soon, you…
- The Economic Analysis
Post-election political stability crucial for economic recovery
In two weeks’ time a new President will be in office. A period of political stability is essential to resolve the formidable economic challenges facing the country. Even…
- Talk at the Cafe Spectator
Polls chief clashes with Hoole on postal voting
When it comes to issues, National Election Commission Chairman Mahinda Deshapriya is one who brooks no nonsense. Not even when it emanates from a fellow Commission member like…
- Focus on Rights
This land of glorious promise and perpetual failures
As Sri Lanka’s Presidential election counts down to a tense culmination in two weeks, let us have the comfort of imagining in a parallel and more hopeful universe,…
- Sunday Punch
SLFP’s Charge of the Light Brigade
The Patron Saint of the SLFP chapter and the Party’s former President of Sri Lanka twice over, Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga flew home from her London base last week…
- Thoughts from London
Dark and dirty side of politics
It is not only in Sri Lanka that obnoxious politics operates just below the surface and even above it, especially when election time draws near. The world’s most…
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Soaring high as an engineering feat and beacon of spirituality
Time was when the sailor, longing for a glimpse of Ceylon’s shoreline, would holler a relieved ‘Land Ahoy’ as soon as he glimpsed a shadow…
The cry of the devil bird!
Letters to the Editor
Appreciations
A ‘teatastic’ afternoon with Lankan delicacies
Sailing in dangerous waters
Cooking up Aunty’s favourite Lankan fare
Kolamba: Culinary memories of home in the heart of London
Overlooking the sea and Galle Fort in grand style
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Creativity is their signature dish
Above Shirohana Romantico on Dickman’s Road, Colombo 5, you’ll find KIKU Colombo, a dynamic Japanese fusion restaurant and event space. Creating its own special vibe,…
Big Bad Wolf: Another great run
On an artistic exploration
Elizabeth Moir cast get set for ‘West Side Story’
Breaking down stereotypes and prejudice with music
When you get to take your best friend on the road..
All You need to know about Apple Arcade
Spoiler-free review of ‘Joker’
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Lankan born Kerrigan at Melbourne Radio
Nosindi: A talented musical school girl
Special award for Samantha
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A power behind the throne, be it Sajith or Gota?
Whether Sajith Premadasa or Gotabaya Rajapaksa emerges triumphant, the question of who will be in real…
Presidential poll: Voters face a Hobson’s choice
The Spirit of 2019: Another unfinished spring?
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Motor/bicycle built for two
A child takes a ride to school in Mannar town. Most children are taken by motorcycles…
EC halts admission of 48,000 students claiming Election Law violation
Ed.Min. seeks additional Rs 4.2b for ‘connections’ to more schools
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Lankan born Kerrigan at Melbourne Radio
Popular Country singer, Senior Pastor and Planter of Gethsemane Church Kerrigan La-brooy has just added another…
Nosindi: A talented musical school girl
Special award for Samantha
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‘The Thinks You Can Think’
On October 26 at the Western Cultural Centre Auditorium, Colombo an exciting musical production ‘The Thinks…