by The Womanist (thewomanist08.wordpress.com) There’s something about sports stars and artistes entering politics. They’ve got the traits, so why not eh? Celebrities such as sports stars and artistes who have entered politics have done well enough to at least be remembered for their stint in government – Imran Khan, the terminator and President Ronald Reagan [...]
It is around this time of year that excitement overwhelms Royalists and Thomians all around the world, as the eagerly anticipated ‘Battle of The Blues’ takes Colombo by storm. Now in its 131st year, the annual Royal Thomian cricket encounter, the oldest school encounter in the world will be played on March 11, 12 and [...]
By Omer Farooq Khan Peshawar: 25-2-10 The entrance to Mohallah Jogan Shah inside Peshawar’s walled city is through the ancient Aasia Gate (Aasia Darwaza). Passing through narrow alleys where one comes across old buildings of wooden architecture, it takes at least half an hour on foot to reach Mohallah Jogan Shah in Peshawar’s Dabgari area. [...]
NGOs and INGOs operating in Sri Lanka reacted with shock to Minister of Foreign Affairs Rohitha Bogollagama’s plan to investigate them for allegedly funneling money to “certain elements” in society, an obvious reference to former General Sarath Fonseka. Two weeks ago, the CID discovered Rs. 78 million, including US$ 550,000, in the safety deposit box [...]
By the Incurable Romantic Okay I admit it; I have a personal grudge against self help books, let me give you my reasons. The first one which I think I should get out of the way is totally personal. The ex used to buy himself books on How to deal with marriage, Listening to your [...]
Multilac paints announces that their entire product range is lead free and non toxic, making them totally environmental friendly in keeping with the company’s green innovation policy. Multilac’s research team continues to pursue better and more innovative solutions for the future. With a company theme based on achieving leadership through innovation & excellence, Multilac today [...]
The 81st Battle of The Maroons between Ananda College and Nalanda College will be played at the SSC grounds on March 6 and 7. A novel feature this time is that etickets are being issued online and all what one has to do is to produce the e-receipt and a photocopy of the ID Card [...]
Scene and Heard Mother Sri Lanka is a process started under the guidance of the President of Sri Lanka to inspire positive thinking about the country among all Sri Lankans. At a crucial period of her long history, when committed action for change by individuals can make a difference, the Mother Sri Lanka Programme has [...]
Old Boys of the “School by the Sea” (S. Thomas’ College) will be partying at sea and it will be not just smooth sailing with the Thomians as they board the exclusive Jetliner — the newest theme in entertainment. The ship has so far had but two or three parties… The Class of ’70s of [...]
By Gamini Weerakoon A fundamental reason for the decline in political standards and democratic values since the ’60s has been the ability of political parties that win large majorities to bamboozle the people to think that they and their political principles are infallible and that is the only way to a political nirvana. We have [...]
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