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New British envoy expresses commitment to bolstering UK-Sri Lanka relations Source:Dailymirror British High Commissioner Andrew Patrick met with Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena at Temple Trees to discuss bilateral ties and development cooperation between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom. During the meeting, the High Commissioner expressed his unwavering commitment to enhancing the relationship and development cooperation between the two countries. Prime Minister Gunawardena urged the United Kingdom to explore new investment opportunities, particularly in sectors such as education, banking and financial services, pharmaceuticals, hospitality, and tourism. He emphasized Sri Lanka’s support for UK investment and encouraged the private sector’s involvement in initiating investment projects. ...

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Rohit Sharma visits Uncle Percy   Source:Dailymirror Indian captain Rohit Sharma visited Sri Lankan Cricket supporter Percy Abeysekera at his residence in Ekala.  It is learned that Rohit Sharma paid a visit to Uncle Percy at the request of famous Sri Lankan supporter Gayan Senanayake. The video has gone viral on the internet in which the Indian captain can be seen having a chat with Percy Abeysekera.  Rohit Sharma along with Sri Lanka team staff visited Percy Abeysekera’s home. The Indian skipper can be seen giving autographs as well. ...

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Sri Lanka dare to dream with comfortable win over Bangladesh – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE (Elanka Sports Editor) Sadeera Samarawickrema smashed a whirlwind 93 off 72 balls with 2 sixers and 7 fours to steer Sri Lanka to a 23 run victory over Bangladesh. The rising star in Sri Lanka’s batting line-up looks to be fine tuning his craft in preparation for the Cricket World Cup in India next month.  The win gives Sri Lanka vital points before facing Asian giants India and Pakistan and the hope of creating an upset to make it to the final.  India and Pakistan have upto now had limited preparation due to inclement weather in Sri Lanka and may just be a little underdone for the crucial final stages of the tournament.  Sadeera’s heroics and Kusal Mendis 50  off 73 and and Pathum Nissanka 40 off 50 helped bolster Sri Lanka to a ...

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Mangosteen – By Tina Do Source : Tina Do linkedin Mangosteen is an exotic, tropical fruit with a slightly sweet and sour flavor. It’s originally from Southeast Asia but can be found in various tropical regions around the world. The fruit is sometimes referred to as purple mangosteen because of the deep purple color its rind develops when ripe. In contrast, the juicy inner flesh is bright white. Though mangosteen is a relatively obscure fruit, it shouldn’t be overlooked, as it may offer many health benefits due to its rich supply of nutrients, fiber, and unique antioxidants.   ...

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Visit by the Royal Flying Doctor Service Leadership to the North Central Hub of the CDF Charity. key North Central hub of CDF charity had a visit by the Royal Flying Doctor Service Leadership as part of their due diligence. It was a great learning experience for the CDF charity staff to understand areas to improve and to be commended on our achievements. Royal Flying Doctor service is the worlds first & the largest full comprehensive aeromedical service. RFDS is also the most respected organisation in Australia for almost a decade.   ...

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The Brad and Kiara Show Podcast – 2023-9-9 Source : omny.fm A lifestyle radio show that connects with your community and focuses on topics that you can relate to, a little bit of this and a little bit of that with a real Sri Lankan touch – Anything and everything goes on The Brad & Kiara Show – Tune in Saturday Mornings 7-8 right here on Triple H 100.1 FM  ...

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VICTIM OF MAJOR POLITICAL CHICANERY: by Joe Van Langenberg Despite been demonised, dehumanised, belittled and made a victim of major political chicanery, merely for upholding the sacrosanct tenets of cherished democracy, Founder of Wikileaks and valued member of the prestigious Fourth Estate Julian Assange, has soldiered on with the minimum of fuss or froth. Gaining sanctuary in the Ecuadorean Embassy back in June of 2012, Julian Assange clung to the hope that the United States will not pursue its demand to have him extradited to the U.S. to face charges of compromising highly classified information, by allegedly leaking documents relating to the goings-on in Afghanistan and Iraq; in addition to exposing highly charged diplomatic cables; some of which were reportedly encrypted.. Whether these claims can be given any credence, or whether they have been a matter of conjecture, remain anyone’s wild guess. After been holed up within the confines of ...

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Abrupt reduction of FD interest leaves senior citizens in a quandary – by Sunil Thenabadu in Brisbane  Under the strict instructions of the Governor of the Central Bank all State and commercial banks have delivered an intense executioner strike abruptly to all the senior citizens under the DDR/DDO by drastically reducing the interest rates on  fixed deposits which have been slashed alarmingly to between 10 -12% from the month of June 2023. The interest rates were enhanced to 23 -27% by the banks in the middle part of 2022, probably mainly to attract more deposits to bank coffers. With this increase many senior citizens who were fortunate to hold fixed deposits were able to some extent to make ends meet without pleading for donations or borrowings. Even then they had not lived in a luxury life which all senior citizens of developed countries are privileged to live in. It is learnt that ...

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SUNDAY CHOICE – Oh, God, forgive me when I whine – by Charles Schokman May  our Selfishness  and  Vanities  be  forgiven.    *THE WORLD IS MINE* (Author Unknown)       Today, upon a bus, I saw a very beautiful woman       and wished I were as beautiful.       When suddenly she rose to leave,       I saw her hobble down the aisle.       She had one leg and used a crutch.       But as she passed, she passed a smile.       Oh, God, forgive me when I whine.       I have two legs; the world is mine.         I stopped to buy some candy.       The lad who sold it had such charm.       I talked with him, he seemed so glad.       If I were late, it’d do ...

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How to Make a Refreshing Avocado Smoothie: A Nutritious Breakfast Choice – By Malsha – eLanka Enjoy a nutritious and delightful treat with this quick and easy Avocado Smoothie recipe. This refreshing green smoothie is not only vegan but also a perfect choice for a speedy breakfast. Especially during the scorching summer months, when staying hydrated is crucial, this seasonal fruit smoothie can help replenish your energy and fluids. Plus, it’s an excellent option for those watching their blood sugar levels or trying to curb sweet cravings. Gather your ingredients and a trusty food processor to whip up this creamy avocado smoothie. Here’s what you’ll need: Ingredients: 1/2 ripe avocado 1 cup of your preferred milk (dairy or plant-based) 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt (choose non-dairy for a vegan version) 1 ripe banana  ice cubes Methods : Begin by preparing the frozen elements. Peel the avocados, remove the pits, and ...

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