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October 22, 2022 · 12:22 am

Enhancing Protection in the Face of Pandemics

Dr. Laleen Jayamanne:** in The Island, 19 October 2022, where the title reads thus: “An Insider’s Guide to Pandemics and Biosecurity” “June Twenty Second Sixteen Thirty-three A momentous day for you and me Of all the days that was the … Continue reading →

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October 22, 2022 · 8:24 pm

Galle Face Green in Colombo Over the Decades

Ismeth Raheem and Angeline Ondaatjie, in Elanka, 10 October 2022, where the title runs as “The Changing Face of Galle Face Green” Galle Face is Colombo’s most-prized open-aired public space, extending over a mile along the Fort oceanfront in Colombo. … Continue reading →

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February 19, 2026 · 3:24 pm

Ranjit Fernando’s Cricketing Career Unveiled…..Spikes, Stumpings & Hits

A PRESS NOTICE IN FACEBOOK, February 2026 Hobnails to Spikes by Ranjit Fernando was officially launched today at the Grand Ballroom of Galle Face Hotel.

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May 30, 2022 · 2:33 pm

Face-to-Face in the Solomon Islands: Two Global Giants

Scott Ritter, in Global Times, 27 May 2022, where the title reads “Chinese diplomacy in South Pacific upends US-Australian security plans” The visit by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to the Solomon Islands on May 26, part of a 10-day … Continue reading →

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March 10, 2026 · 2:41 pm

Multiple HITS on Sri Lankan Economy From M-East Wars

Shamindra Ferdinando, in The ISLAND, 10 March 2026 …. “Prof. Dunusinghe warns Lanka at serious risk due to ME war” Prof. Priyanga Dunusinghe has warned that Sri Lanka could face a catastrophic situation due to a rapid and sharp drop … Continue reading →

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October 3, 2025 · 12:51 am

An Artistic Presentation of Harini Amarasuriya

Anuruddha Lokuhapuarachchi in Facebook, October 2025 …. with highlights  imposed by  The Editor, Thuppahi This photo of Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya is the result of an attempt to create an artistic photo in an official photoshoot. There, light and shadow … Continue reading →

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May 18, 2022 · 1:25 am

China & India shunt aside Third Parties — Seeking Dispute Settlement Face-to-Face

Sutirtho Patranobis, in Hindustan Times, 1 April 2022, “China, India opposed to interference in border dispute” …. with highlighting inserted by The Editor, Thuppahi The Chinese defence ministry was responding to comments from a top US official who said India … Continue reading →

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July 17, 2025 · 12:41 am

Topsy-Turvy Cricket ….. Lords …. Bridgetown

Michael Roberts  It was a privilege to witness (on TV) much of the coruscating contest between England and India in their Third Test, held at Lord’s, with both sides displaying admirable determination and high levels of skill. And then we … Continue reading →

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August 24, 2025 · 11:26 am

 Yasodhara Kumaratunga: “A Butterfly’s Wise Words”

YASODHARA’s Handwritten Inscription on the Cover Page of the  pamphlet in my hands …. courtesy of the copy held by my  late departed sister, Estelle Fernando  To ….My dearest Aunty Estelle, Thank you for starting me off on my long … Continue reading →

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January 4, 2026 · 4:12 pm

Nilantha Ilangamuwa Steps Out

Nilantha ILANGAMUWA featured in DAILYFT, 24 January 2024  …. repeat 2024 … with highlighting imposed by The Editor, Thuppahi In his new book, “What I Heard,” journalist Nilantha Ilangamuwa explores the fundamental role of conversations in shaping human civilisation. Highlighting … Continue reading →

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