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Good News From Jayam October 1, 2026 Pls Scroll Down 30 items Autumn Has Arrived - In Palm Desert, California Please click on link below for website and past issues goodnewsfromjayam.com Colombo's gain is Los Angeles' loss! A Fond Farewell to our resident Diplomat Dr Nandasiri Jasentuliyana and his beautiful wife Shanthi (Please click on arrow) Dr Pujitha Egodage, Nandi Jasentuliyana, Dr Chand Ariyasinghe and Malraj de Silva, former Los Angeles Consul General designate and former Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates at the Farewell party. "The Bridge on the River Kwai" Filmed in Ceylon in 1957 7 Academy Awards (Please click on arrow to watch the whole movie) Rumesh Pathirage wins Asian Games javelin Gold Sri Lanka’s javelin star Rumesh Pathirage has continued his near-unbeaten streak this year by clinching Gold at the Asian Games, as India’s Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav grabbed Silver and Bronze. Pathirage topped the podium with 88.55 metres in his final throw yesterday, while Singh, who won Bronze at the Commonwealth Games earlier this year, upgraded to Silver with a personal best of 85.72 metres and Yadav took Bronze with 84.35 metres. President hails Pathirage’s historic javelin Gold, pledges backing for Olympic bid in 2028 in Los Angeles President Anura Kumara Dissanayake congratulated javelin thrower Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage on winning Sri Lanka’s first Asian Games Gold medal in the event, pledging continued State support as the athlete turns his attention to the Olympics. In a post on ‘X,’ Dissanayake said Pathirage had made the entire nation proud.“On behalf of all Sri Lankans, I wish you continued success as you set your sights on the greatest prize of all: Olympic gold,” the President said. US Army Pacific Deputy Commander in historic visit to Sri Lanka US Army Pacific (USARPAC) Deputy Commanding General Lieutenant General Joel “JB” Vowell arrived in Colombo yesterday becoming the highest-ranking US Army officer to travel to Sri Lanka. His visit from 29 September to 1 October marks an important milestone in growing US—Sri Lanka Army-to-Army cooperation. US Ambassador Eric Meyer said: “Lieutenant General Vowell’s historic visit reflects the growing strength of our security partnership with Sri Lanka and our shared commitment to delivering results. By training together, strengthening interoperability, and sharpening our ability to respond to crises, we are better prepared to protect our people and strengthen security across the Indian Ocean.”  St Joseph Hospital, Negombo To live is a privilege “Small Island State with a Big Heart”: Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath Addresses 81st UN General Assembly Delivering Sri Lanka’s National Statement at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath emphasized the crucial role of multilateralism and international cooperation in confronting pressing global challenges. Emphasizing Sri Lanka’s commitment to international law and human rights despite geopolitical tensions, Minister Herath highlighted a recent maritime rescue operation conducted by Sri Lanka using limited resources. “As a small island state with a big heart, Sri Lanka will always make room for humanity.” Celebrating 140 Years of Excellence Ananda College Colombo The Maroons' Night Gala Saturday, October 24th, 2026 at the Sheraton Universal Jayam's Choice - "Colonel Bogey's March" From the academy award winning movie "The Bridge on the River Kwai" (Please click on arrow) Most Venerable Ahangama Dhammarama Nayaka Thero 100 Year Life Celebration Ceremony Sunday, October 11th, 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Center 1023 North Glendora Avenue, Covina, Ca. 91724 Sri Lankan Expatriate Rohan Nittianandan is running for Mayor of Pasadena Vote on November 5th "That Night" Premiere in Beverly Hills, Ca. (Photos by Moran Moran) Kaleidoscope With Savithri Rodrigo October 1st, 2026 (Please click on arrow) Today – The Bundestag’s Nicklas Kappe | Artist George Beven | Oil & Gold | Renewable Energy Status | Balloon Fiesta | Taylor Swift & more! Obituaries - Sad News Rev. Fr. SAM QUINTUS PERERA – Son of the late Mudiyanselage Benjamin Perera and Juliet Perera, passed away on September 19th 2026. The mortal remains of Rev. Fr. Sam Quintus Perera was brought to the Archbishop’s House Chapel on September 20th,​ his remains were then transferred to St. Sebastian’s Church,​ Maradagahamula (Batepola Parish Substation),​ where they layed in state. The Requiem Mass was celebrated on September 21st, at the same church,​ after which the interment took place at the Church Cemetery.  Recipes From Roma's Kitchen Tangy Crab Salad Sandwiches Ingredients 8oz (250g) Japanese or baby cucumbers 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup (150g) cooked or canned crabmeat 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper 4 fresh tofu buns or poppy seed bread or all   grain bread rolls 1 teaspoon finely sliced Thai basil leaves,to serve.   CHILLI DRESSING 1 to 2 tablespoons minced red finger- length   chilli 2 cloves garlic, minced 6 shallots or 1 small onion, minced 1/2 cup (125ml) water 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons fish sauce      METHOD 1.Make the Chilli Dressing by combining all the ingredients   in a saucepan and simmer over high heat for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened. Remove and set aside to cool. 2.Peel the cucumbers, then slice very thinly. If using larger cucumbers, cut in half lengthwise first, scrape out the seeds with a spoon before slicing the cucumbers. Rub the salt into the cucumber slices and mix well, then strain or squeeze the cucumber to remove the liquid. Add all but 1 Tablespoon of the chilli dressing, crabmeat, lemon or lime juice and pepper to the cucumber slices and toss to combine. 3.Make a slit in the Bread Rolls and stuff each roll with the  cocumber crab mixture, then top with reserved Chilli Dressing and Basil leaves when served. NOTE: Japanese cucumbers are very small and crunchy, and almost seedless. Baby cucumbers. Ruwan's Cartoon jayam2424@yahoo.com Good News From Jayam October 1, 2026 Pls Scroll Down 30 items Autumn Has Arrived - In Palm Desert, California Please click on link below for website and past issues goodnewsfromjayam.com Colombo's gain is Los Angeles' loss! A Fond Farewell to our resident Diplomat Dr Nandasiri Jasentuliyana and his beautiful wife Shanthi (Please click on arrow) Dr Pujitha Egodage, Nandi Jasentuliyana, Dr Chand Ariyasinghe and Malraj de Silva, former Los Angeles Consul General designate and former Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates at the Farewell party. "The Bridge on the River Kwai" Filmed in Ceylon in 1957 7 Academy Awards (Please click on arrow to watch the whole movie) Rumesh Pathirage wins Asian Games javelin Gold Sri Lanka’s javelin star Rumesh Pathirage has continued his near-unbeaten streak this year by clinching Gold at the Asian Games, as India’s Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav grabbed Silver and Bronze. Pathirage topped the podium with 88.55 metres in his final throw yesterday, while Singh, who won Bronze at the Commonwealth Games earlier this year, upgraded to Silver with a personal best of 85.72 metres and Yadav took Bronze with 84.35 metres. President hails Pathirage’s historic javelin Gold, pledges backing for Olympic bid in 2028 in Los Angeles President Anura Kumara Dissanayake congratulated javelin thrower Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage on winning Sri Lanka’s first Asian Games Gold medal in the event, pledging continued State support as the athlete turns his attention to the Olympics. In a post on ‘X,’ Dissanayake said Pathirage had made the entire nation proud.“On behalf of all Sri Lankans, I wish you continued success as you set your sights on the greatest prize of all: Olympic gold,” the President said. US Army Pacific Deputy Commander in historic visit to Sri Lanka US Army Pacific (USARPAC) Deputy Commanding General Lieutenant General Joel “JB” Vowell arrived in Colombo yesterday becoming the highest-ranking US Army officer to travel to Sri Lanka. His visit from 29 September to 1 October marks an important milestone in growing US—Sri Lanka Army-to-Army cooperation. US Ambassador Eric Meyer said: “Lieutenant General Vowell’s historic visit reflects the growing strength of our security partnership with Sri Lanka and our shared commitment to delivering results. By training together, strengthening interoperability, and sharpening our ability to respond to crises, we are better prepared to protect our people and strengthen security across the Indian Ocean.”  St Joseph Hospital, Negombo To live is a privilege “Small Island State with a Big Heart”: Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath Addresses 81st UN General Assembly Delivering Sri Lanka’s National Statement at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath emphasized the crucial role of multilateralism and international cooperation in confronting pressing global challenges. Emphasizing Sri Lanka’s commitment to international law and human rights despite geopolitical tensions, Minister Herath highlighted a recent maritime rescue operation conducted by Sri Lanka using limited resources. “As a small island state with a big heart, Sri Lanka will always make room for humanity.” Celebrating 140 Years of Excellence Ananda College Colombo The Maroons' Night Gala Saturday, October 24th, 2026 at the Sheraton Universal Jayam's Choice - "Colonel Bogey's March" From the academy award winning movie "The Bridge on the River Kwai" (Please click on arrow) Most Venerable Ahangama Dhammarama Nayaka Thero 100 Year Life Celebration Ceremony Sunday, October 11th, 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Center 1023 North Glendora Avenue, Covina, Ca. 91724 Sri Lankan Expatriate Rohan Nittianandan is running for Mayor of Pasadena Vote on November 5th "That Night" Premiere in Beverly Hills, Ca. (Photos by Moran Moran) Kaleidoscope With Savithri Rodrigo October 1st, 2026 (Please click on arrow) Today – The Bundestag’s Nicklas Kappe | Artist George Beven | Oil & Gold | Renewable Energy Status | Balloon Fiesta | Taylor Swift & more! Obituaries - Sad News Rev. Fr. SAM QUINTUS PERERA – Son of the late Mudiyanselage Benjamin Perera and Juliet Perera, passed away on September 19th 2026. The mortal remains of Rev. Fr. Sam Quintus Perera was brought to the Archbishop’s House Chapel on September 20th,​ his remains were then transferred to St. Sebastian’s Church,​ Maradagahamula (Batepola Parish Substation),​ where they layed in state. The Requiem Mass was celebrated on September 21st, at the same church,​ after which the interment took place at the Church Cemetery.  Recipes From Roma's Kitchen Tangy Crab Salad Sandwiches Ingredients 8oz (250g) Japanese or baby cucumbers 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup (150g) cooked or canned crabmeat 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper 4 fresh tofu buns or poppy seed bread or all   grain bread rolls 1 teaspoon finely sliced Thai basil leaves,to serve.   CHILLI DRESSING 1 to 2 tablespoons minced red finger- length   chilli 2 cloves garlic, minced 6 shallots or 1 small onion, minced 1/2 cup (125ml) water 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons fish sauce      METHOD 1.Make the Chilli Dressing by combining all the ingredients   in a saucepan and simmer over high heat for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened. Remove and set aside to cool. 2.Peel the cucumbers, then slice very thinly. If using larger cucumbers, cut in half lengthwise first, scrape out the seeds with a spoon before slicing the cucumbers. Rub the salt into the cucumber slices and mix well, then strain or squeeze the cucumber to remove the liquid. Add all but 1 Tablespoon of the chilli dressing, crabmeat, lemon or lime juice and pepper to the cucumber slices and toss to combine. 3.Make a slit in the Bread Rolls and stuff each roll with the  cocumber crab mixture, then top with reserved Chilli Dressing and Basil leaves when served. NOTE: Japanese cucumbers are very small and crunchy, and almost seedless. Baby cucumbers. Ruwan's Cartoon jayam2424@yahoo.com
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Good News From Jayam – May 2026 edition featuring SLAASC Aluth Avurudhu celebrations in California, Sri Lankan community highlights, cultural events, news updates, obituaries, and a special recipe from Roma’s Kitchen.
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