Good News From Jayam October 15, 2025
Special Dinner Reception Hosted by US President for World Leaders Attending the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended the special dinner reception hosted by US President Donald Trump and the First Lady on the 23rd September at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel, in honor of the heads of state who had arrived in New York to participate in the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. On this occasion, President Donald Trump extended a very warm welcome to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Following a cordial exchange, the two leaders also posed together for a photograph.
Sri Lanka – President Addresses United Nations General Debate, 80th Session “Keep up the good work President AKD, It was an excellent speech” (Please click on arrow)
Alston Koch appointed as Commonwealth Union Envoy to Australia and Pacific Region
The Commonwealth Union (CU) has announced the appointment of Alston Koch, internationally recognised artist, award-winning entertainer and global influencer, as its Envoy to Australia and the Pacific Region.Commonwealth Union President, Nirj Deva said: “Alston Koch’s appointment reflects our commitment to engaging visionary leaders who can connect with people, inspire collaboration, and strengthen the Commonwealth Union’s presence globally. His role as Envoy will be vital in extending our outreach in Australia and the Pacific Region.”
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Beira Lake opens for sea plane landings
The Government aims to stimulate the tourism industry by enhancing domestic air services, offering support and facilities to companies willing to start new operations to regional airports in Sri Lanka in compliance with all safety regulations,” Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Minister Bimal Rathnayake said. He said this while participating in the launch of flight services between Katun- ayake and Colombo using Beira Lake as a water aerodrome.
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Dennis Rutnam celebrated his 79th Birthday at the Studio City Rehab Center in Studio City, Ca.
Dennis celebrated his 79th birthday with family and friends at the Studio City Rehabilitation Center.Varini Wanigatunga, Roger Weerasinghe, George Rutnam, Sonali Tucker, Kshirabdhi Page, Patrick, Jayam, Gina and Gavin Rutnam, Louis and Lewis Tucker. Seated are Dennis and Granville Perera.
Mrs. World 2024 in Sri Lanka
Mrs. Tshego Gaelae of South Africa, the reigning Mrs. World 2024, arrived in Sri Lanka to serve as the head judge of the Mrs. Sri Lanka World 2025 pageant. She was welcomed at the “Gold Route” Special Guest Lounge. Among those present to receive her were Miss Sri Lanka Ishadi Amanda, runner-up at the 2024 Miss World Married Beauty Pageant, National Organizer Chandimal Jayasinghe, and pageant coach Rukmal Senanayake. The Mrs. Sri Lanka World 2025 pageant is scheduled to take place in Colombo from September 30 to October 2.
St. Joseph Hospital Negombo, Sri Lanka Children’s Day was on October 1st, 2025
Sri Lankan Food in Los Angeles! Apey Kade in Tarzana, Best Sri Lankan Restaurant in LA (Please click on arrow)
Jayam’s Choice “Almost Heaven” by John Denver
Shani Diluka Highlights Warner Classics Exclusive Artist (Please click on arrow)
Internationally acclaimed pianist Shani Diluka, Exclusive Artist with Warner Classics, and hailed by the press as “one of the great pianists of her generation” (Piano Magazine) , is preparing for an exceptional season. Her recordings, regularly distinguished with the Diapason, 4FFFF Telerama Choc de Classica, Gramophone recommandation, and the Japan Arena Award, have earned her a worldwide reputation. Shani Diluka’s parents are Gilbert and Shivanthi Abeygooneratne, who are from Sri Lanka. They ensured that Shani and her sister Rika knew about their Sri Lankan heritage while they were growing up in Monaco.
Beautiful Naomie Ranatunge and Mark Morrison Wedding at the Four Seasons in Westlake Village, Ca. Daughter of Dr Bandula and Shyama Ranatunge of Lancaster, Ca. (Photos by Moran Moran)
Keys of Passion – LA Sunshine – Thaminie Perera #finntvusa (Please click on arrow below)
Clarendon Foundation’s Donor Appreciation Celebration
Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo October 9th, 2025 (Please click on arrow)
Young contemporaries unite, a legacy of culinary excellence, many firsts and more! On the show today – Dharshan Munidasa of Nihonbashi | George Keyt Foundation’s Young Contemporaries 2025| Quick News Round up | Markets | World’s Firsts | Best Gin | & more!
Obituaries – Sad News
Brian Rambukpotha – Son of the late Victor (Rate Mahathya) and Hema Rambukpotha (nee Weragama) Kumarihamy, brother of late Anton Rambukpotha, son-in-law of late Reggie and Wimala Halangoda, husband of Kanthi Rambukpotha (nee Halangoda), father of Arjuna, Sanjeewa and Samudra Rambukpotha, Nawinna, father-in-law of Renuka (nee Gangoda), Shalika (nee Amarasekera), and Jaliya Nawinna (Entrepreneur), grandfather of Thanuja Dinal (Software Engineer), Keshiya Draupadi, Trevin and Nikki (students at Deakin Unversity, Melbourne), Dr. Lakshika, Dr. Theekshana (University of Glasgow), Dhanika (student at University of Melbourne). Cremation was at Mahaiyawa Cemetery on October 2nd, 2025.
Recipes From Roma’s Kitchen
JAPCHAE (Korean Noodle Speciality)
Ingredients
- 4 cooked potions of dangmeon cooked sweet potato starch noodles
- 1 Carrot, peeled and julienned
- 1/2 Onion, cut into 1/4″ slices
- 2 cups oyster mushrooms, cut into bitesized pieces
- 1 1/2 TBSP white granulated sugar
- 3 TBSP Soya Sauce
- 2 tspn. vegetable oil
- Pinch of Black Pepper (optional)
- 1 tspn. roasted Sesame seeds (optional)
STEP 1
If Danmyeon noodles are long, carefully cut the noodles with scissors to make them fit the diameter of the diameter of the inner pot. Lay the nodles in a criss-cross pattern to prevent clumping.
STEP 2
Lay the Carrots, Onions and mushrooms on top of noodles.
STEP 3.
In a small bowl, whisk sugar, soy sauce, vegetable oil, and 3/4 cup of water until well combined. Drizzle liquid over the vegetables and noodles. These quantities are sufficient to serve four or you can serve it as a side dish. I once served it with a
Sri Lankan Shrimp Curry and it was very nice.You can even put some sauteed Shrimp in a little Chilli
Sauce (not too much) or just drizzle with a spoon on top of the whole dish. Should you have any questions or requests, please email me and I will be happy to help you.
This Korean Dish is absolutely lovely to look at and a treat in it’s light but interesting flavors. I am answering the first question which you will send. The DANGMEON (sweet potato starch noodles) is not
difficult to find in the Asian Markets and are sold in packets.
Simple to make and is not drowned in different flavors.
Enjoy!
