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Trump administration warns agencies could stop helping Smithsonian

The Trump administration is threatening to cut off federal agencies’ participation with the Smithsonian Institution, accusing its leaders of promoting a “culture of ideological activism" — the latest move in an ongoing dispute surrounding the world’s largest museum complex's presentation of exhibits about the U.S. In a letter to Smithsonian leaders last Friday, Interior Secretary...

Trump administration warns agencies could stop helping Smithsonian

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This curse of partisan politics in Sri Lanka

78 Years of Demagoguery, Not Democracy by Brigadier Ranjan de Silva rpcdesilva@gmail.com On the 4th of February every year, we raise the lion flag and speak of democracy.

  • Sri Lanka celebrates democracy on February 4th, highlighting past 78 years of governance.
  • Demagoguery thrives in Sri Lankan politics, appealing to desires/prejudices over rational argument.

Japan donates refurbished buses

Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka Akio Isomata, on 2 Sept attended the handover ceremony for eight (8) environmentally-friendly large low-floor buses, held in the presence of Minister of Transport…

  • Japan donates eight refurbished, eco-friendly buses to Sri Lanka.
  • Donation part of USD 362,476 grant through Japan's GGP program.
  • Buses meet Euro 4 emission standards, support Clean Sri Lanka initiative.

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