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Is Sri Lanka permanently Kota Uda?
Jehan Perera in The Island, 29 July 2025, where the title runs thus: “Engagement is essential for national progress” There is a high level of political polarisation in the country today. Specific manifestations of this polarisation can be seen in the … Continue reading
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Dr. Anslem De Silva …… Herpetologist Renowned
A Facebook Note from Avishka Mario Seneviratne, April 2025 Buddhika Dassanayake and I were lucky to meet Sri Lanka’s foremost herpetologist (expert on amphibians and reptiles), the legendary Dr. Anslem de Silva, at his charming abode in Gampola. A skilled … Continue reading
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The Giant Nations in the World Today in 2024
Desiree Bowie, whose chosen title for this article presented on web on 27 November 2024 is “Most Powerful Countries in the World: 2024 Rankings” The most powerful countries in the world command the global stage with a unique mix of … Continue reading
OUT! Out! You Monsters in the Indian Ocean!
Darini Rajasingham-Senanayake, whose preferred title runs thus; “US-UK-France– Out of the Indian Ocean! Time to close Military Bases, Decolonize and Stop War” The bodies of eighty-four Iranian sailors who died in a US torpedo attack in the seas of Sri … Continue reading
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An Appraisal of the NPP Government’s Performance Over Its First Year
A Bedgar Perera in SUNDAY ISLAND, 20 February 2026: “WHAT HAPPENED TO THE MOVE TOWARDS A “ CIVILISATIONAL TURN” BROUGHT ABOUT THROUGH THE CHANGE OF ADMINISTRATION ?” Now that the new administration has completed one year in office and is … Continue reading
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