SUNDAY CHOICE – Night falls very slowly – By Charles Schokman Image Source: goldenchargehomecareservices.com In our later years, we must become familiar with and accept six types of “landscapes” along life’s journey, so we can calmly enter the night. *Night falls very slowly.* This article may change your perspective on life and help you face it with optimism. Written by Zhou Daxin, a recipient of the Mao Dun Literature Prize, in his latest novel about aging—he profoundly describes the twilight years of life with words that strike the heart of every elderly person. Every sentence rings true. From the age of 60, we enter the later stage of life. Before night fully falls, there are certain “landscapes” we must remember. If we remember them, we will be mentally prepared and not panic. Image Source : .krantidoot. *The First Landscape: Fewer people will be by your side.* Most of your elders—parents and ...
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Veteran Journalist Daya Lankapura Appointed Chairman of Right to Information (RTI) Commission Source : media.gov.lk Senior journalist Daya Lankapura has been appointed as the Chairman of the Sri Lanka Right to Information (RTI) Commission. The appointment, made by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and approved by the Constitutional Council, marks a significant recognition of his over 60-year career in journalism. Lankapura began his career in 1965 with Eththa, the official newspaper of the Communist Party, and went on to work for Divaina, Silumina, Dinamina, Rivira, and Lakbima. He also served as a correspondent for the BBC Sandeshaya and the Government Information Department. A graduate of the University of Colombo, he is noted for his court reporting on the Premawathi Manamperi murder case at the Galle Magistrate’s Court and his long service as a parliamentary reporter. He is currently the Media Coordinating Secretary of the Sri Lankan Study Center for the Advancement of ...
Department of Home Affairs Newsletter – Update for Community [SEC=OFFICIAL] Update for Communities Dear community representatives, Thank you for your ongoing support and contributions to the community. In this fortnight’s edition, you can find information on the following: Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) employer information webinar Funding Opportunity – Local Jobs, Local People Grant English Language Requirements for Australian Visa Purposes Have Changed Promoting Research Opportunity for Multicultural Veterans and Families Australia Day Community Events Grant Program from the National Australia Day Council Supporting Our Young People Online and Beyond Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) Resources Building Skills for Aged Care – Transition to Practice Program Useful information in your language Contact us Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) employer information webinar The Department invites employers to attend a webinar to learn more about the Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) which is a new permanent residence visa for participating countries across the Pacific and Timor-Leste. ...
Kerrigan La-Brooy’s Marian Night Performance Marian Night 2025. Spectacular time spent with my school peers and families – delicious food, great entertainment and awesome company. Hope you enjoy this video of yours truly having the honour of taking to the stage. The clip includes acknowledgements and highlights of my performance. At the very end of it, us boys unite for our school anthem. Thanks to the organisers, sponsors and everyone who contributed to make this a night to remember. Missed those who couldn’t make it. https://www.facebook.com/ Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...
The Aviation Forum was packed with who’s who of aviation in Sri Lanka. Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...
NOEL NEWS “If you don’t like how things are, change it! You’re not a tree.” JIM ROHN PODCAST Making Money Made Simple with Noel Whittaker Renowned broadcaster John Deeks and I discuss all the big topics covered in this newsletter in detail each month. Listen Now on Spotify Welcome to our September Newsletter And welcome to spring. It’s been a fascinating year to date and one can only ponder on what might be ahead of us in the years to come. I spent much of August staying with my son James and his family in Los Angeles. As always, the biggest challenge was negotiating the Los Angeles International Airport. The queues at Passport Control were the worst I’d seen, but fortunately I’d been tipped off about the Master Passport Control app. Before leaving home you enter your passport details and photo; then, on touchdown, you take a quick selfie. That ...
DEREK JANSZE TO BE FARWELLED The funeral celebrating the life of the late Derek Douglas Budd Jansze will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Cnr Mirrabooka Ave and Boyare Ave, Mirrabooka, WA, on Saturday, (6.09.2025) commencing at 10am. Derek was educated at S. Thomas’ College, Mt Lavinia, and was the eldest son of Douglas St. Clive Budd Janszè, OBE, Solicitor General, Queen’s Counsel & Attorney General of Sri Lanka. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Derek Douglas Budd Jansze, beloved husband of Jennifer, loving father of Delon and Nigel, much loved father-in-law of Danielle and Kylie, proud Poppy of Kian, Georgia, Harrison, Jaxon, Ella and Madison. We love you dearly. Death will not part us, nor distance divide us. Forever in our hearts, and remembered always. Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...
Steve Marlon Aloysius De Silva Born : 02-03-1964 Called to Rest: 05-09-2025 Safe In the Arms of Jesus Beloved Son of Late Anton And Jean De Silva, Loving Husband of Priyanthi, Loving Father of Ricardo (Ricky) and Shane, Brother of Late Romayne Thomasz, Loving Brother of Portia (Rosy) and Ravi Nand (Australia), Funeral At Mahinda Florist, Wattala, September 7 at 4pm. Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...
The Economic Helmsman who steered through crisis-by K.K.S Perera Source:Dailymirror For Sri Lanka to overcome its current economic difficulties and bring about prosperity to its citizens, maintaining the trajectory established during Wickremesinghe’s leadership remains crucial. (FILE PHOTO) With Sri Lanka’s economy collapsing under Gotabaya Rajapaksa in 2022, the country faced unprecedented hardship, threatening society The Former President, Ranil Wickremesinghe, utilised the experience that he had assimilated throughout his extensive political career, with invaluable insights into crisis management and debt restructuring Leaders from opposition political camps recognise why Ranil’s policies are important and do not try to stray away from them, which, if done, can lead to dangerous consequences In the annals of Sri Lankan political history, few leaders have faced the daunting challenge of navigating a nation through complete economic collapse. Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe stands as a unique figure who has twice assumed the monumental responsibility of rescuing ...
Pioneering Quality: Thunder & Neon Becomes First Sri Lankan Signage Manufacturer to Be ISO 9001:2015 Certified Thunder & Neon (Pvt) Ltd, a name ubiquitous with signage in Sri Lanka, announced a key milestone this month by becoming the first and only signage manufacturer in the country to achieve the ISO 9001:2015 certification for robust quality management. The prestigious ISO label of quality was conferred after a rigorous audit of internal processes, and confirms the company’s standards as on par with international benchmarks. With 35 years of industry expertise, highly trained staff and a commitment to operational excellence using the latest technology, Thunder & Neon has earned its reputation as Sri Lanka’s leading signage and advertising solutions provider. This expertise is deeply valued and trusted, as evidenced by the leading Sri Lankan and global brands that have partnered with Thunder & Neon for 5000+ completed projects, including billboards and digital displays ...
