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Ancient eco-friendly pilgrimage brings modern threats to Sri Lanka wildnerness
Mongabay
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July 1, 2025
The centuries-old Pada Yatra is a spiritual pilgrimage on foot that takes devotees through two major national parks in Sri Lanka, originally undertaken by Hindu devotees. Over time, it started to attract followers of other faiths, but many now...
Sri Lanka seeks ‘persons with integrity’ for Office for Reparations
EconomyNext
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June 30, 2025
ECONOMYEXT – A bill to set up a regulatory authority for gaming should be revised to make it more independent like the Securities and Exchange Commission as the current draft leave room for political interference, Advocata Institute, a...
Why the Outlawz remain one of hip-hop’s most tragic groups
The National News
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"You know what? We are the last two breathing.” Those words echoed through Bur Dubai's The Music Room, a much–loved but now–closed venue, where The Outlawz performed a riotous show in 2015 to a near–capacity crowd of 700. The declaration came from...
City of Dreams Sri Lanka to launch on 2 August: Landmark in South Asian tourism and luxury
Daily FT
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Lawrence Ho (left) and Krishan Balendra John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) and Melco Resorts & Entertainment (Melco) have announced the grand opening of City of Dreams Sri Lanka on 2 August. This launch marks the completion of the final components of...
Nepal News Evening Briefing | Sunday, July 6, 2025
Nepal News
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July 6, 2025
KATHMANDU: Stay informed with Nepal News’ daily evening briefing, covering the most significant developments from Nepal and around the world. From politics and economy to sports, entertainment, and culture, we bring you a concise summary of the...
Understanding international travelers’ intentions to adopt protective behaviors against malaria during staying abroad: insights from a study of Chinese international travelers
Globalization and Health
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July 4, 2025
Cotter C, Sturrock HJW, Hsiang MS, Liu J, Phillips AA, Hwang J, Gueye CS, Fullman N, Gosling RD, Feachem RGA. The changing epidemiology of malaria elimination: new strategies for new challenges. Lancet. 2013;382(9895):900–11. Article PubMed...
US Envoy hails enduring partnership with Sri Lanka at 249th Independence Day address
Daily FT
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US Ambassador Julie Chung Ambassador Julie Chung highlights over seven decades of resilient ties with Sri Lanka at reception under ‘Great American Road Trip’ theme Recalls early American visitors to Sri Lanka; stresses people-to-people connections...
TMC Sri Lanka partners Cinnamon Grand Colombo and Mount Lavinia Hotel to enhance member benefits
Daily FT
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Representing TMC: Chandima Hulangamuwa, Roger Talayaratne, Fayaz Saleem, Kaushal Rajapaksa and Dr. Pradeep Edward, together with Cinnamon Grand Colombo management representatives The Management Club (TMC) Sri Lanka is a prestigious professional...
Adverse global shocks and Sri Lanka’s road to recovery
Daily FT
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Dr. W.A. Wijewardena delivering keynote Keynote at Economic and Taxation Symposium 2025 of ICASL – Part I Colombo forum on road to recovery In a recent forum in Colombo on Sri Lanka’s road to recovery with special reference to debt and governance...
Nasa discovers interstellar comet travelling through solar system
The National News
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A comet is currently hurtling its way through our solar system despite it originating elsewhere, US space agency Nasa has revealed. The interstellar comet, which has been named 3I/Atlas, is about 670 million kilometres from Earth. "The comet poses...
Melco Resorts’ City of Dreams Sri Lanka Casino Almost Ready for Guests
Casino.org
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June 30, 2025
Posted on: June 30, 2025, 12:15h. Last updated on: June 30, 2025, 12:15h. City of Dreams Sri Lanka will open on Aug. 2 The casino is part of Sri Lanka’s first integrated resort Melco Resorts will run the casino for at least the next two decades...
Visit Maldives Launches Local Ambassadorship Program to Empower and Engage Maldivian Artists
The islandchief
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Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) is proud to announce the launch of the Visit Maldives Local Ambassadorship Program, an initiative designed to engage and empower Maldivian artists and creatives in...
Pakistan Hockey Team To Travel India For Asia Cup 2025: Sports Ministry Source
News18
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July 3, 2025
Last Updated:July 03, 2025, 17:53 IST Asia Cup 2025, India vs Pakistan: The 2025 edition of the Asia Cup is scheduled to take place at Rajgir in Bihar from August 27 to September 7. Pakistan to travel India for Asia Cup 2025 in August. (Picture...
“Sri Lanka may lose Russian tea and tourism market”
Sunday Observer
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June 28, 2025
32 Sri Lanka is fast losing Russia, a key market not only for tea and tourism, but also a close development partner and friend due its failure to collaborate, work closely and tap the vast market for trade, said former President of the Sri Lankan...
Budget travel in Asia: 5 Asian getaways just a few hours away for Indian travellers with estimated cost, top attractions
Hindustan Times
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July 3, 2025
If you are looking to make your budget travel dreams a reality, in an interview with HT Lifestyle, Karan Agarwal, director, Cox and Kings, explained why Asia could be a great choice. He said Asia offers a buffet of options within easy reach, from...
The Emirates Group showcases collaborative sustainability initiatives in aviation
Breaking Travel News
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July 6, 2025
The Emirates Group’s efforts to align with this year’s UN call to end plastic pollution were on display at its ‘Tomorrow Takes Flight’ event, its annual sustainability showcase. The exhibition echoed the international organisation’s mission to...
Advocata flags flaws in Sri Lanka’s proposed gambling bill, urges overhaul
Gambling Insider
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Think tank highlights need for independent regulator and stronger oversight mechanisms. By Gambling Insider Key points: - Advocata warns proposed bill grants excessive control to Finance Minister - Draft law excludes online gambling and lottery...
Good news for Indian travellers, hotels in this country are cheaper than a burger, not Thailand, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, it is...
DNA India
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A traveller recently shared on social media that he found a hotel for just Rs 160 per night, and his post has gone viral. If you are someone who loves to travel, one of the first things you check is the cost of stay. But what if your hotel room...
City of Dreams Sri Lanka casino to open on August 2nd
Asia Gaming Brief
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June 29, 2025
The City of Dreams Sri Lanka casino, managed by Melco Resorts & Entertainment, is set to open on August 2nd, as announced recently. This casino is part of a $1.2-billion resort complex in Colombo, developed in partnership with John Keells Holdings...
‘The purpose-driven traveller’ arrives as per Asia Pacific luxury travel trends
Travel Daily Media
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July 3, 2025
New destinations including Bangladesh, New Zealand, and Cambodia are gaining ground onthe list of top 10 destinations. Nature escapes and countryside retreats surge, with interest in safaris up to 30% The Luxury Group by Marriott International...