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YWMA opens a Ahadiya school in Wellampitiya, Malaysian envoy praises efforts to impart religious education among needy children

The Young Women’s Muslim Association,YWMA, in collaboration with Masjid Un Noor Jumma Masjid inaugurated a new Ahadiyyah School at the Sithy Fathima Ovais Centre, Polwatte, Goathami road, Wellampitiya on Saturday October 26. It was held under the patronage of YWMA President Mrs. Fawaza Thaha. Welcome address was delivered by C.M.S Uvais, Trustee Masjid un Noor Jumma Masjid. Chief Guest of …

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YMMA Scholarships Application for GCE A/L Students 2024

All Ceylon Young Men’s Muslim Association (YMMA) Conference (ACYMMAC)   Application for All Ceylon Young Men’s Muslim Association (YMMA) Conference (ACYMMAC) Scholarships to GCE Advanced Level (A/L) Students 2024   – Based on the GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) Examination 2023 (2024)   * Financial Assistance for 18 Months * Closing Date: 2024.10.31   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION .   * PLEASE DOWNLOAD …

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McDonald’s burgers linked to E. coli outbreak in the US

BBC – A McDonald’s sandwich has been making people sick in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). E. coli, a type of bacteria that can cause serious stomach problems, has been found in McDonald’s Quarter Pounder sandwiches, the CDC announced on Tuesday. So far, the CDC has recorded 49 cases of illness across 10 …

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Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia to boost trade, investments ties

Saudi Ambassador Khalid Hamoud Alkahtani, in an interview with the Daily Mirror, shared his views on bilateral ties as the two countries mark  50 years of bilateral relations.    Two countries mark 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations Number of employment opportunities for Sri Lankans to rise in Saudi ArabiaSaudi Ambassador Khalid Hamoud Alkahtani, in an interview with the Daily Mirror, …

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Public Should Avoid Reusing Plastic Water Bottles

Health authorities have issued a public advisory urging people to avoid reusing plastic bottles for storing drinking water. The Food Safety Unit of the Ministry of Health highlighted that some individuals are reusing these plastic bottles for water storage. However, the unit warned that chemicals from the materials used in the production of these bottles can leach into the water …

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Sri Lankans living in the Middle East region : Special Notice from Govt

Media Release : Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry Evolving situation in the Middle East and ensuring the safety of the Sri Lankans living in the region The escalation of the current conflict in the Middle East has given rise to a critical situation particularly in Lebanon. In view of the significant number of Sri Lankans employed in the region, necessary measures …

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