Podcasts about Sri Lanka

Philip Clark is joined by ABC's Asia Pacific Digital Journalist, Libby Hogan, who recently returned from Sri Lanka and has been reporting on the various issues in the region. 

The tropical waters of Sri Lanka, an island off the coast of India, are home to a population of blue whales unlike any other. These whales stay put, while every other known population migrates. That discovery was made by budding scientist Asha de Vos more than 20 years ago—it made a splash, and so did she. She later became the first Sri Lankan to earn a PhD studying marine mammals, charting a new scientific path in her country.Host Flora Lichtman talks with de Vos about her path into science, what it means to be the first Sri Lankan in her field, and how she built a marine biology program from the ground up.Guest: Dr. Asha de Vos is a marine biologist and the founder and executive director of the non-profit Oceanswell. She's based in Sri Lanka.Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

Alucinaciones consientes. Conversaciones entresueños. Dormir entre actividades ECDQEMSD podcast episodio 6143 Visitantes Nocturnos Conducen: El Pirata y El Sr. Lagartija https://canaltrans.com Noticias del Mundo: Puntos para la paz en Gaza - Atentado en Pakistán - Podes absolutos - Narco en Latinoamérica - El planeta Tierra podría colapsar - Otra peli de Los Simpsons - Banano y huevos Historias Desintegradas: Trabajo, universidad, deportes y descanso - Alucinando consiente - De visita en mi habitación - Maestra Pokémon - Pikachu traducido - Lucha Libre Mexicana y monos japoneses - Desde la costa argentina - Brandy de zarzamora - Pecho amplio y peludo - Me llamó Wendy - Café para todos - Vegetarianismo - De Centroamérica a Sri Lanka y más... En Caso De Que El Mundo Se Desintegre - Podcast no tiene publicidad, sponsors ni organizaciones que aporten para mantenerlo al aire. Solo el sistema cooperativo de los que aportan a través de las suscripciones hacen posible que todo esto siga siendo una realidad. Gracias Dragones Dorados!! NO AI: ECDQEMSD Podcast no utiliza ninguna inteligencia artificial de manera directa para su realización. Diseño, guionado, música, edición y voces son de  nuestra completa intervención humana.

In Sri Lanka bestormden jongeren het paleis, in Bangladesh vluchtte de premier per helikopter en in Nepal vloog het parlement in brand. Binnen drie jaar tijd moesten drie Zuid-Aziatische machthebbers aftreden. En wie stond telkens vooraan? Gen Z. Nu zij de oude machten van het toneel heeft geveegd, is de vraag: hoe nu verder?Gast: Lisa DupuyPresentatie: Bram EndedijkRedactie: Henk Ruigrok van der Werven en Iddo HavingaMontage: Jeroen JaspersEindredactie: Nina van HattumCoördinatie: Belle BraakhekkeProductie: Rhea StroinkHeb je vragen, suggesties of ideeën over onze journalistiek? Mail dan naar onze redactie via podcast@nrc.nl.Zie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Last night, the Women's ODI Cricket World Cup kicked off, being hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The White Ferns will be looking to build on their showing last year in the 2024 T20 World Cup and win the World Cup in the 50-over format, something they haven't done since 2000. D'Arcy caught up with White Ferns all rounder Amelia Kerr to preview the big match against Australia tonight. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a while, but one of our favorite semi-regular guests is back! Bangkok Podcast's official Buddhist correspondent, Phra Pandit, welcomed Greg at his temple to talk about amulets, talismans, and Buddhist relics - and what ties them all together. The burning question Greg had was - if seemingly every third temple claims to have a piece of Buddha's body - what exactly happened to the poor guy when he died? Phra Pandit explains the history behind the idea of Buddhist relics and what Buddha said about them, as well as their link to Sri Lanka and how a wooden mannequin brought to life kicked the whole thing off. Greg and Phra Pandit also dive into the topic of amulets and talismans, including the famous Jatukham craze of 2006, and discuss what - if anything - makes one amulet worth more than another one. Does it make them more effective? Do people act differently if they think they're more effective? They finish with a fascinating discussion about how stories and tokens can be a powerful tool in helping us solidify and understand abstract concepts such as marriage, death, and even architecture! As always, the podcast will continue to be 100% funded by listeners just like you who get some special swag from us. And we'll keep our Facebook, Twitter, and LINE accounts active so you can send us comments, questions, or whatever you want to share.  

Estelle Vasudevan, Dominic Machado and Mark Machado review all the action from Sri Lanka's opening game of the World Cup against India. They discuss where they went wrong and where Sri Lanka need to improve for their next game. Check out Kidrated.comSubscribe to Football Smash: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballSmashYT

⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Happiness is undoubtedly the most desirable state of being we all strive to achieve. Thus, every human being is continuously engaged in one experiment after the other in their own ways to experience new ways to attain fulfilling happiness and increase its intensity for a longer-lasting effect. Therefore, one of life's most rewarding endeavours has to be to spend time discovering, exploring, and studying what the Buddha – the foremost authority on the mind, expounded on this topic. Join us on this series as we make a somewhat unorthodox exploration into the ‘Philosophy of Happiness'.This talk is a part of the series "Buddha's Guide to Happiness"To arrange appointments, please call Mr. Harsha: +94 773 336 274 or email us at DhammaQuestions@jethavanarama.orgMay all beings in all worlds attain the Supreme Bliss of Nibbana!--Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jethavanarama_engVisit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jethavanarama.eng Visit the web: https://www.jethavanarama.orgJethavanarama Buddhist Monastery, Ingiriya, Sri Lanka.

Too often, we forget that life itself is our greatest canvas! In this inspiring episode, Candice speaks with Pia Leichter, a creative partner, published author, and certified coach, about embracing transformation, tapping into creativity, and daring to design a life that feels true. Pia's journey from high-powered creative director to author of Welcome to the Creative Club reveals how uncertainty, risk, and reinvention can lead to freedom, purpose, and authentic expression.  Here's what to expect on the podcast:How life's unexpected detours can open the door to transformationThe power of solo adventures, including Pia's unforgettable Trans-Siberian journeyWhy uncertainty is not just scary but also the birthplace of infinite possibilityHow creativity shows up in everyday life, not only in artThe role of vulnerability, purpose, and integrity in living fullyWhy Welcome to the Creative Club is more than a book and an invitation to make life your biggest art projectAnd so much more! Pia Leichter is a creative partner, published author, certified coach, and entrepreneur. Her path has been anything but ordinary: a recovering nomad, she's reported as a journalist in Sri Lanka, graduated summa cum laude from NYU, and worked as an award-winning creative director for some of the biggest brands in the world. Now, as the founder of Kollektiv Studio, she's uniquely positioned to co-create wild visions and ventures. https://kollektiv.studiohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/pialeichter/https://www.instagram.com/pia.leichter/https://substack.com/@pialeichter Pia's Book- Welcome To The Creative Club: Make Life Your Biggest Art ProjectAvailable on Amazonhttps://a.co/d/bJIgfMR ----- If you're struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor, BetterHelp.Visit https://betterhelp.com/candicesnyder for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy.*This is a paid promotionIf you are in the United States and in crisis, or any other person may be in danger -Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Dial 988 ----- Connect with Candice Snyder!Website: https://www.podpage.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities-1/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candicebsnyder?_rdrPassion, Purpose, and Possibilities Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passionpurposeandpossibilitiescommunity/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passionpurposepossibilities/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/Shop For A Cause With Gifts That Give Back to Nonprofits: https://thekindnesscause.com/Fall In Love With Artists And Experience Joy And Calm: https://www.youtube.com/@movenartrelaxationClick this link to receive your FREE TRIAL to The Greenhouse Communityhttps://www.thegreenhousecommunity.com/checkout/the-greenhouse-membership?affiliate_code=11e889

In Ordinary Rebels: Rank-And-File Militants Between War and Peace (Oxford University Press, 2025), Kolby Hanson argues that these periods of state toleration do not simply change armed groups' behavior, but fundamentally transform the organizations themselves by shaping who takes up arms and which leaders they follow. This book draws on a set of innovative experimental surveys and 75 in-depth interviews tracing four armed movements over time in Northeast India and Sri Lanka. A powerful new theory of how conditions shape the trajectory of non-state armed groups, this book reshapes our understanding of why such organizations become more moderate over time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

Thomas a toujours su qu'il était un enfant adopté. Mais un soir, c'est devant la télé que sa vie va basculer... Alors qu'il regarde un reportage sur les enfants volés au Sri Lanka, il découvre que leur histoire est aussi la sienne... C'est alors le début d'une bouleversante quête d'identité. Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Chamari Athapaththu and her flock really head into the women's cricket World Cup as one of the main contenders, but can they really go all the way, or will they fall short to the strongest side? Mark, Dominic and Estelle discuss whether luck can help Sri Lanka in the World Cup as they begin with India on Tuesday, the 30th of September. Where will you be watching from?Check out Kidrated.com

In Ordinary Rebels: Rank-And-File Militants Between War and Peace (Oxford University Press, 2025), Kolby Hanson argues that these periods of state toleration do not simply change armed groups' behavior, but fundamentally transform the organizations themselves by shaping who takes up arms and which leaders they follow. This book draws on a set of innovative experimental surveys and 75 in-depth interviews tracing four armed movements over time in Northeast India and Sri Lanka. A powerful new theory of how conditions shape the trajectory of non-state armed groups, this book reshapes our understanding of why such organizations become more moderate over time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In Ordinary Rebels: Rank-And-File Militants Between War and Peace (Oxford University Press, 2025), Kolby Hanson argues that these periods of state toleration do not simply change armed groups' behavior, but fundamentally transform the organizations themselves by shaping who takes up arms and which leaders they follow. This book draws on a set of innovative experimental surveys and 75 in-depth interviews tracing four armed movements over time in Northeast India and Sri Lanka. A powerful new theory of how conditions shape the trajectory of non-state armed groups, this book reshapes our understanding of why such organizations become more moderate over time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/military-history

In Ordinary Rebels: Rank-And-File Militants Between War and Peace (Oxford University Press, 2025), Kolby Hanson argues that these periods of state toleration do not simply change armed groups' behavior, but fundamentally transform the organizations themselves by shaping who takes up arms and which leaders they follow. This book draws on a set of innovative experimental surveys and 75 in-depth interviews tracing four armed movements over time in Northeast India and Sri Lanka. A powerful new theory of how conditions shape the trajectory of non-state armed groups, this book reshapes our understanding of why such organizations become more moderate over time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/anthropology

In Ordinary Rebels: Rank-And-File Militants Between War and Peace (Oxford University Press, 2025), Kolby Hanson argues that these periods of state toleration do not simply change armed groups' behavior, but fundamentally transform the organizations themselves by shaping who takes up arms and which leaders they follow. This book draws on a set of innovative experimental surveys and 75 in-depth interviews tracing four armed movements over time in Northeast India and Sri Lanka. A powerful new theory of how conditions shape the trajectory of non-state armed groups, this book reshapes our understanding of why such organizations become more moderate over time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

In Ordinary Rebels: Rank-And-File Militants Between War and Peace (Oxford University Press, 2025), Kolby Hanson argues that these periods of state toleration do not simply change armed groups' behavior, but fundamentally transform the organizations themselves by shaping who takes up arms and which leaders they follow. This book draws on a set of innovative experimental surveys and 75 in-depth interviews tracing four armed movements over time in Northeast India and Sri Lanka. A powerful new theory of how conditions shape the trajectory of non-state armed groups, this book reshapes our understanding of why such organizations become more moderate over time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/south-asian-studies

A Lifetime of Obedience: The Ministry of Teaching In this episode, Pastor Jack King welcomes his former college roommate, McLean Hawthorne, a missionary who has served in South Asia for over 40 years. McLean recounts his unique journey into ministry, highlighting how God's sovereign hand guided him from a lost, confused college student to a passionate teacher of the Gospel. Listen in as McLean shares: -- How a childhood memory of a map of South Asia resurfaced as a confirmation of his calling. -- The story of how a friend's simple advice to "read the Gospel of John" led to his salvation and a complete transformation of his life. -- The miraculous way God connected him to his wife, Tammy, even while he was on the mission field. -- His primary ministry focus, inspired by the Great Commission, of teaching believers to obey Jesus's commands. -- How technology, like Zoom and Teams, has allowed him to continue teaching in Bible colleges in countries like Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Albania. -- His philosophy of ministry, which he describes as a ripple effect, training reliable people who will, in turn, teach others, fulfilling God's strategy for multiplying the Gospel. Scriptures for Further Study -- Matthew 28:19-20 -- 2 Timothy 2:1-3 ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

In this episode of the show, Raj, Baldy and Binksy look ahead to the India v Pakistan Asia Cup final and the Women's World Cup, plus discuss England's squad for The Ashes and Quinton de Kock's decision to unretire. We start the show once again by talking about the Asia Cup, which is set to conclude with an India v Pakistan final. It's the game the crowds wanted, but will it live up to the hype? Can Pakistan learn from Sri Lanka's approach and push India all the way? Next we turn the The Ashes, as England named their squad this week. Were there any surprises? Any spots up for grabs leading into the first Test? And will it be strong enough to challenge the Aussies in their own backyard? To round out the show, we make quick mention of Quinton de Kock's decision to 'unretire' after Baldy drops off the video, before Baldy's voice returns to take through what he's looking out for ahead of the Women's ODI World Cup. We'll be back in your feed again very soon to discuss the Asia Cup final & plenty of other cricket that begins over the coming week. Until then please take the time to give us a like, follow, share or subscribe on all our channels (@toporderpod on Twitter & Facebook, and @thetoporderpodcast on Instagram & YouTube) and a (5-Star!) review at your favourite podcast provider, or tell a friend to download. It really helps others find the show and is the best thing you can do to support us. You can also find all our written content, including our Hall of Fame series, at our website. You can also dip back into our guest episodes - including conversations with Mike Hesson, Shane Bond and Mike Hussey, current players such as Matt Henry, Sophie Devine and Ish Sodhi, coaches Gary Stead, Jeetan Patel and Luke Wright, as well as Barry Richards, Frankie Mackay, Bharat Sundaresan and many more fascinating people from all across the cricketing world. And if you'd like to reach out to us with feedback, questions or guest suggestions, get in touch at thetoporderpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening. 0:00 Intro 1:35 Asia Cup Final - India v Pakistan 10:30 England's Ashes squad 35:50 Quinton de Kock unretires 40:40 ICC Women's World Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Ordinary Rebels: Rank-And-File Militants Between War and Peace (Oxford University Press, 2025), Kolby Hanson argues that these periods of state toleration do not simply change armed groups' behavior, but fundamentally transform the organizations themselves by shaping who takes up arms and which leaders they follow. This book draws on a set of innovative experimental surveys and 75 in-depth interviews tracing four armed movements over time in Northeast India and Sri Lanka. A powerful new theory of how conditions shape the trajectory of non-state armed groups, this book reshapes our understanding of why such organizations become more moderate over time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/book-of-the-day

Stell dir eine ferne Insel vor, auf der Katzen zwischen Teeplantagen und Kokospalmen umherstreifen – elegant, geheimnisvoll und mit einem Fell, das in der Sonne wie Goldstaub glitzert.In dieser Folge nehme ich dich mit auf eine Reise in eine Welt voller Legenden, spannender Zufälle und einem Tierarzt, der mit einer einzigen Kokosnuss nicht nur das Herz einiger Katzen, sondern auch die Geschichte einer ganzen Rasse veränderte.Du erfährst, warum diese Katzen so selten sind und welche Verantwortung ihre Zucht mit sich bringt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alba Lázaro lleva 2 años creando rutas de inmersión cultural y desarrollo personal en Marruecos y África. Entre otras aventuras ha viajado 6 meses por Egipto, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka y Malasia. En 'Uno de los Nuestros' hablamos con el presentador y escritor Christian Gálvez sobre su entusiasmo por Leonardo Da Vinci y sus viajes por el mundo. Acabamos con Miguel Silvestre que nos cuenta un nuevo proyecto sobre turismo sostenible en Madrid. Y por supuesto damos la enhorabuena a Carlos Soria que vuelve a hacer historia haciendo cima en el Manaslu con 86 años

Hoy viajamos a un lugar mítico, un sitio donde la historia, la naturaleza y el ingenio humano se combinan en una de las maravillas arqueológicas más sorprendentes de Asia: Sigiriya, la Roca del León, en el corazón de Sri Lanka.Gracias por estar aquí —¡ya superamos los 1,200 episodios y el millón de escuchas! Es pura magia gracias a ti, y me encanta compartirla.✈️ Recuerda, en mi web www.cesarsar.com propongo algunos viajes conmigo a diferentes lugares del mundo. Vámonos!

Subramanian R S | Managing Director  DHL Express IndiaMr. R. S. Subramanian is currently the SVP for South Asia and Managing Director of DHL Express India. He is also a member of the DHL Express Asia Pacific Management Board. With over 30 years of experience in both product-led and service industries, Mr. Subramanian possesses extensive expertise in business strategy, marketing, team development and customer management. He joined DHL Express India as the Head of Sales, subsequently moving up to the position of Vice President, South Asia Cluster (RoSA), where he managed operations in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, the Maldives and Bhutan. He played a key role in restructuring and developing DHL's operations in these markets. In 2010, he was appointed Managing Director of DHL Express India. Under his direction, the business experienced significant growth and established itself as a market leader. His emphasis on major investments in best-in-class infrastructure, state-of-the-art technology and strong people processes has been instrumental in driving this success.Under his leadership, DHL Express India has won many accolades and is today recognized and respected as a best practices organization. The company has consistently featured in India's Best Companies to Work For list by GPTW (Great Places to Work) since 2012.Prior to DHL, Subramanian spent 14 years at Hindustan Unilever Ltd., where he held various roles in sales, marketing and export management. Subramanian is a graduate in Industrial Engineering and holds a Master's in Management from IIM Bangalore. He is also Gold Certified in First Choice, DHL Group's internal quality program based on the Six Sigma DMAIC methodology. Furthermore, Subramanian is the Vice Chairman of the Express Industry Council of India (EICI) and is part of the Advisory Council of Indo-German Chamber of Commerce (IGCC).

Hammer horror reaches peak gothic chills with The Plague of the Zombies (1966), a Hammer Film Productions classic that defines British horror cinema. Shot at Bray Studios from 28 July 1965 and filmed back-to-back with Hammer's The Reptile (see episode 19), it used the same eerie Cornish village set designed by Hammer's celebrated production designer Bernard Robinson. Director John Gilling – the so-called “gentleman pig farmer” behind The Shadow of the Cat and The Mummy's Shroud – stages a story of graveyards, curses and the undead that became a template for Hammer zombie horror. Writer Peter Bryan, who joined Hammer Film Productions in 1948 as a camera operator before turning to screenwriting, provided the script and left the studio shortly after completing A Challenge for Robin Hood in 1967. When The Plague of the Zombies was submitted to the BBFC it was heavily trimmed: André Morell's Sir James Forbes originally decapitated a zombie with four shovel blows in the graveyard sequence, reduced to one for the censors. Heatherden Hall at Pinewood Studios doubles as the Forbes mansion, better known to James Bond fans as SPECTRE Island from From Russia With Love. Diane Clare, cast as Sylvia, had been one of the best-paid child “film babies” of the 1940s, appearing in The Ghosts of Berkeley Square and The Silver Fleet before leading roles in Hammer horror such as The Haunting, Witchcraft and The Hand of the Night. Her entire performance in The Plague of the Zombies was dubbed by South African actress Olive Gregg without her knowledge, a practice Hammer repeated when re-voicing Ingrid Pitt in Countess Dracula. André Morell himself had turned down both The Quatermass Experiment and Quatermass II on television before finally playing Professor Bernard Quatermass in the BBC's Quatermass and the Pit. When Hammer Film Productions made the feature version the role went to Andrew Keir. Morell also played O'Brien opposite Peter Cushing's Winston Smith in Nineteen Eighty-Four, Dr Watson in Hammer's Hound of the Baskervilles, voiced Elrond in Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings and appeared in Doctor Who. Quiz fans: Morell appeared in three films nominated for the Best Picture Oscar – can you name them? John Carson, born in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), plays Clive Hamilton. He spent time in Australia and New Zealand before settling in Britain, later featuring in Doctor Who's Snakedance, Tales of the Unexpected and Hammer House of Horror. IMDb longlists even connect him to Tobe Hooper's Lifeforce (episode 39) though he got none of the roles. With this episode we complete a Hammer horror hat-trick of his films: Captain Kronos (episode 51), Taste the Blood of Dracula (episode 60) and now The Plague of the Zombies. He later emigrated to South Africa with his second wife, Luanshya Greer – formerly Pamela Greer, who became a TV writer for Dixon of Dock Green, Thriller and Triangle. Dr Peter Tompson is played by Brook Williams, a lifelong friend of Richard Burton who appeared with him in Where Eagles Dare, The Wild Geese and The Sea Wolves. Michael Ripper appears as Sergeant Swift; Hammer's most prolific supporting actor with 33 Hammer Film Productions credits, seven films alongside Peter Cushing and nine with #BigChrisLee. Ripper also starred in all four original St Trinian's films, . For a deeper dive into Jacqueline “Servalan” Pearce, check back to our episode on The Reptile (episode 19). This discussion of The Plague of the Zombies cements its place as one of Hammer horror's boldest British horror releases of the 1960sSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/general-witchfinders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Brookes, Dominic and Mark Machado and guests discuss Sri Lanka's tied match and disaster Super Over against India. They discuss Pathum's magnificent century, KJP's incredible knock and the soft middle order.Watch this episode on Youtube:https://youtube.com/live/tlEuWfeIU6M?feature=shareSubscribe to Football Smash here:https://www.youtube.com/@FootballSmashYTJoin the Murali End Whatsapp channel:https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 331 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. The 2017 ICC Women's ODI World Cup was more than just a cricket tournament — it was a watershed moment for the women's game. Hosted in England, it brought together eight of the world's best teams, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable performances that changed the way women's cricket was seen globally.In this episode, we revisit the journey from the qualifiers in Colombo all the way to that historic final at Lord's. We look back at the drama of the group stage — India's unbeaten start and surprise defeats, England's bounce-back after an opening loss, South Africa's emergence as dark horses, Australia's clinical dominance, and the struggles of West Indies, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. We break down the key moments that shifted momentum: Athapaththu's record-breaking 178* against Australia, Harmanpreet Kaur's iconic 171* in the semi-final, and Anya Shrubsole's spell that sealed England's fourth title.Through tactical insights, player narratives, and behind-the-scenes context, we ask: what made 2017 the turning point for women's cricket? Which teams rose, which faltered, and what legacies did this World Cup leave behind for the players, the fans, and the sport itself?Thank you so much for tuning in to today's episode and for your incredible support. If you haven't already, make sure to hit the follow button and tap the bell icon on Spotify to stay updated with every new episode.Stay connected with us on social media – follow @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and Threads, and @neverontheback1 on Twitter (now X) for the latest cricket insights, fresh content, and much more throughout this action-packed season.You can also catch the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify for Podcasters, and many other streaming platforms. Plus, Never on the Backfoot is now on YouTube, so don't forget to subscribe for exclusive, in-depth content coming your way.Thanks again for all your love and support. Until next time, stay safe, take care, and keep enjoying the game. Bye for now!

Ayya Karunika explains how to find a good teacher based on the instructions given on the suttas and also described ways to bring the Buddha close to our hearts. There is also a guided meditation on why we need to meditate and how to meditate. Talk given on 10 October 2024. Bhikkhuni Ayya Kārunikā is currently the Abbot at Santi Forest Monastery, NSW, Australia and the spiritual director for New Zealand Bhikkhuni Sangha Trust, Hamilton. Ayya Karunika started her monastic life in 2010 and she received her full ordination as a bhikkhunī in 2014 at Dhammasara Nuns monastery in Western Australia where she lived and trained for over a decade with Ajahn Hāsapaññā. She has been a student of Ajahn Brahm and Ajahn Brahmali for over 2 decades. Ayya Kārunikā is able to articulate the Buddhist teachings in a way that is practical and comprehensible to people of all ages and has experience in conducting retreats for both adults and youth. While she has a PhD in Microbiology and worked as a scientist, she has also been the building project manager for the construction of the Dhammasara Nuns Monastery main building complex and has worked with many volunteers over the years. Ayya Kārunikā was born in Sri Lanka but has been living and working in Australia for over 2 decades. She has a passion to share her experience and knowledge and loves working with people and also doing creative projects. She is dedicated to supporting the growth of Bhikkhunis around the world and is currently involved in projects to support the establishment of places for Bhikkhunis in Theravada forest tradition in Australia, New Zealand, Poland and Sri Lanka.  Please visit the Santi Forest Youtube Channel and Santi Forest Monastery website Support us on https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa BSWA teachings are available: BSWA Teachings BSWA Podcast Channel BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel BSWA YouTube

Eco-friendly tourism doesn't have to be an all-or-nothing philosophy. In this episode of Merging Into Life, host Kim Rodrigues is joined by Claire Martin, an eco-conscious travel creator and founder of Claire's Footsteps, to talk about how we can all make more mindful travel choices. It doesn't matter if it is in far-flung Sri Lanka or on spring break, the smallest effort can have a big impact. Especially if we all pitch in. From slow travel to over-tourism, supporting local businesses to spotting greenwashing, Claire offers practical, shame-free ways to reduce your impact and connect more deeply with the places you visit.

① China has celebrated the 70th founding anniversary of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. We take a look at how Xinjiang is maintaining stability and achieving prosperity. (00:48) ② China has made a landmark pledge to cut its climate emissions. Is China in effect taking on a global leadership role in tackling climate change? (13:03) ③ A conversation with Alfred Moi Jamiru, Sierra Leone's Deputy Minister of Local Government and Community Affairs, on China's Global Governance Initiative. (25:17) ④ China's tech giants are ramping up efforts in artificial intelligence. Is China's AI push shifting from pure tech competition to creating real-world value for industries? (36:22) ⑤ Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, Chile and Bangladesh are seeking to join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership. What could they potentially bring to the trade bloc? (46:58)

Interview with Greg Martyr, Executive Chairman, Capital MetalsOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/capital-metals-lsecmet-strategic-alliance-advances-worlds-highest-grade-mineral-sands-play-7308Recording date: 22nd September 2025Capital Metals stands poised to make a final investment decision by end-2025 on its Taprobane Minerals project in Sri Lanka, representing what executive chairman Greg Martyr calls "one of the highest grade undeveloped mineral sands projects in the world." The company's exceptional 17.2% grade deposit dramatically exceeds the global average of less than 5%, creating substantial competitive advantages in an otherwise challenging market environment.The project's economics are compelling, requiring only $25 million in initial capital to generate projected annual revenues of $35-40 million against operating costs below $20 million. This translates to a base case net present value of $180 million, creating significant upside potential for a company trading at a market capitalization below £20 million.Capital Metals has secured crucial local partnerships, including a $4 million investment from Ambeon Capital for a 20% stake. The partnership brings legendary cricketer-turned-investment banker Aravinda De Silva to the board, providing essential government relations access in navigating Sri Lanka's regulatory environment.The regulatory landscape has improved markedly following the election of a new anti-corruption government that secured 75% of the vote. "The big picture is that the country is focusing on a mineral source of revenue for foreign direct investment which is what they need," Martyr explains, highlighting the administration's pro-business mining stance.Two critical approvals remain pending: mining license expansion and export rights for heavy mineral concentrate. Management expresses confidence these will be secured by year-end, enabling construction to begin in Q1 2026. The straightforward surface mining operation involves no blasting or chemical processing, with immediate environmental remediation capabilities positioning the project favorably in an ESG-conscious investment climate.With established markets for its four primary commodities—ilmenite, rutile, zircon, and garnet—the project offers investors exposure to a high-margin, environmentally responsible mining operation backed by exceptional resource quality and supportive regulatory momentum.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/capital-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Pakistan has registered its first win in the Super 4s by beating Sri Lanka. Can they make the finals, though? BP boys discuss.Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

All the reaction minutes after Sri Lanka lose to Pakistan in the Asia Cup from the Murali End. Join the Murali End Whatsapp Group: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P

'm honoured to be joined by a remarkable humanitarian leader and visionary, Shachar Zahavi. Shachar lives on a Moshav near Tel Aviv with his wife, Rachel, and their two children, but his life's work has taken him far beyond Israel's borders. His humanitarian journey began in 1994, when, instead of setting off on the traditional post-army travels, he was moved by the horrors of the Rwandan genocide and organized relief efforts. That choice set him on a lifelong path of service. In 2001, he co-founded IsraAID, bringing together Israeli aid organizations under one umbrella. As executive director for 16 years, Shachar grew IsraAID into a globally recognized NGO, providing vital support in over 60 countries, responding to crises like the Sri Lanka tsunami in 2004, the Haiti earthquake in 2010, and more recently, the war in Ukraine. Never one to stand still, in 2019, Shachar co-founded SmartAID with Ron Zeltzer. This groundbreaking organization harnesses cutting-edge technology, drones, solar power, fintech, and more, to revolutionize disaster relief and build resilience in communities from Afghanistan to California, from Gaza to Israel's kibbutzim after October 7th. Through all of this, Shachar has embodied a vision of humanitarianism rooted in independence, collaboration, and human dignity. On a personal note, I had the privilege of working with Shachar in the early 2000s, when Ve'ahavta was active in international humanitarian work. It was always a pleasure to partner with him and to work together in repairing our world. What You'll Discover in This Episode: Shachar's story of becoming a leading force in humanitarian response, from Rwanda to Gaza The founding of IsraAID and SmartAID, and how technology is revolutionizing the way aid reaches those most vulnerable Insights into challenges of disaster relief, from fundraising and logistics to partnering across cultures and nations Powerful memories of global service, including a partnership with Ve'ahavta in the early 2000s The personal roots of humanitarian vision: family, collaboration, and the spirit of tikkun olam (“repairing the world”) About Shachar Zahavi: Since 1994, Shachar has answered the call to humanitarian action, organizing relief efforts for the Rwandan genocide and co-founding IsraAID in 2001. Under his leadership, IsraAID became a world-recognized NGO, responding to global crises from tsunamis to earthquakes to conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. In 2019, Shachar co-founded SmartAID, bringing breakthrough technologies, solar power, drones, fintech, and more, into the heart of modern disaster relief. His mission embodies independence, collaboration, and human dignity, inspiring hope and practical change wherever disaster strikes. How can technology and compassion light the way for healing in times of crisis? Share your thoughts below and subscribe for more in-depth interviews with remarkable changemakers in humanitarian aid. ——

I'm honoured to be joined by a remarkable humanitarian leader and visionary, Shachar Zahavi. Shachar lives on a Moshav near Tel Aviv with his wife, Rachel, and their two children, but his life's work has taken him far beyond Israel's borders. His humanitarian journey began in 1994, when, instead of setting off on the traditional post-army travels, he was moved by the horrors of the Rwandan genocide and organized relief efforts. That choice set him on a lifelong path of service. In 2001, he co-founded IsraAID, bringing together Israeli aid organizations under one umbrella. As executive director for 16 years, Shachar grew IsraAID into a globally recognized NGO, providing vital support in over 60 countries, responding to crises like the Sri Lanka tsunami in 2004, the Haiti earthquake in 2010, and more recently, the war in Ukraine. Never one to stand still, in 2019, Shachar co-founded SmartAID with Ron Zeltzer. This groundbreaking organization harnesses cutting-edge technology, drones, solar power, fintech, and more, to revolutionize disaster relief and build resilience in communities from Afghanistan to California, from Gaza to Israel's kibbutzim after October 7th. Through all of this, Shachar has embodied a vision of humanitarianism rooted in independence, collaboration, and human dignity. On a personal note, I had the privilege of working with Shachar in the early 2000s, when Ve'ahavta was active in international humanitarian work. It was always a pleasure to partner with him and to work together in repairing our world. What You'll Discover in This Episode: Shachar's story of becoming a leading force in humanitarian response, from Rwanda to Gaza The founding of IsraAID and SmartAID, and how technology is revolutionizing the way aid reaches those most vulnerable Insights into challenges of disaster relief, from fundraising and logistics to partnering across cultures and nations Powerful memories of global service, including a partnership with Ve'ahavta in the early 2000s The personal roots of humanitarian vision: family, collaboration, and the spirit of tikkun olam (“repairing the world”) About Shachar Zahavi: Since 1994, Shachar has answered the call to humanitarian action, organizing relief efforts for the Rwandan genocide and co-founding IsraAID in 2001. Under his leadership, IsraAID became a world-recognized NGO, responding to global crises from tsunamis to earthquakes to conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. In 2019, Shachar co-founded SmartAID, bringing breakthrough technologies, solar power, drones, fintech, and more, into the heart of modern disaster relief. His mission embodies independence, collaboration, and human dignity, inspiring hope and practical change wherever disaster strikes. How can technology and compassion light the way for healing in times of crisis? Share your thoughts below and subscribe for more in-depth interviews with remarkable changemakers in humanitarian aid. ——

We're heading back to July 2022 now. Chris Addison and Nish Kumar joined Andy as Sri Lanka became the latest nation to have a change in leadership. It's Bugle issue 4236 - The World's Most Charming Coup.Get your tickets now for the live stream of our 18th anniversary LIVE BUGLE at https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/liveHear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Creativity through the lens of a creative partner, author, certified coach and entrepreneur"We are most creative when we are creating from a space that is authentically us."Pia Leichter is a creative partner, published author, certified coach, and entrepreneur. Her path has been anything but ordinary: a recovering nomad, she's reported as a journalist in Sri Lanka, graduated summa cum laude from NYU, and worked as an award-winning creative director for some of the biggest brands in the world. Now, as the founder of Kollektiv Studio, she's uniquely positioned to co-create wild visions and ventures. She recently published Welcome to the Creative Club, a book that challenges everything people thought they knew about creativity. Praised by Google's Global Head of Creative & Innovation as "life-changing" and by iconic fashion designer Betsey Johnson as "a wild ride," this part-memoir, part-guide invites readers to make life their biggest art project and reclaim their creative power.Get a copy of her book: https://www.amazon.com/Welcome-Creative-Club-Biggest-Project/dp/B0DPJ8L4NM/ref=sr_1_1Book a chemistry call: https://calendly.com/kollektivstudio/coaching-exploration-callMore about her work: https://kollektiv.studio/Connect through weekly field notes: https://kollektiv.studio/newsletterConnect on social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pialeichter/Send us a text

C'est une question qui revient souvent, car la banane a la réputation ambiguë de constiper. Mais que disent les données scientifiques ?D'abord, il faut savoir que toutes les bananes ne se valent pas ! Tout dépend de son degré de maturité. Une banane encore verte contient beaucoup d'amidon résistant, une forme d'amidon que l'intestin grêle digère mal. Résultat : il arrive presque intact dans le côlon, où il nourrit le microbiote. Cet amidon a un effet plutôt rassasiant, mais peut aussi ralentir un peu le transit. C'est probablement de là que vient la croyance que les bananes « bloquent ».En revanche, quand elle mûrit, l'amidon de la banane se transforme en sucres simples et la teneur en fibres solubles, comme la pectine, augmente. Ces fibres solubles retiennent l'eau dans l'intestin et ramollissent les selles, ce qui favorise au contraire un meilleur transit. Autrement dit : une banane mûre a plutôt un effet régulateur qu'un effet constipant.Qu'en dit la science ? Une étude publiée en 2014 dans le World Journal of Gastroenterology a montré que l'amidon résistant de la banane verte ralentissait effectivement le transit intestinal chez certains sujets sensibles. Mais d'autres travaux, comme une revue parue en 2017 dans Nutrients, soulignent le rôle bénéfique des fibres de la banane mûre dans la prévention de la constipation, notamment chez les enfants.Chez l'enfant justement, une étude menée en 2012 au Sri Lanka sur plus de 350 écoliers (Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism) a révélé que la consommation de banane mûre réduisait significativement les plaintes de constipation. Les auteurs insistent cependant : l'effet dépend du degré de maturité du fruit et de l'alimentation globale de l'enfant.En pratique, tout est donc une question de nuance :Banane verte → plus d'amidon résistant, peut ralentir le transit.Banane mûre → plus de sucres et de fibres solubles, aide à ramollir les selles.Dernier point : la banane contient aussi du potassium et du magnésium, qui participent à la contraction musculaire, y compris celle des muscles intestinaux. Un apport régulier contribue ainsi à un transit équilibré.Verdict : faux, la banane ne constipe pas… sauf si elle est encore verte. Mûre, elle agit même plutôt comme un régulateur naturel du transit. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

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Depuis des siècles, l'acier de Damas fascine. On raconte qu'une lame forgée avec ce métal pouvait trancher un foulard de soie en plein vol, ou encore couper en deux une plume ou une armure. Mais qu'est-ce qui se cache derrière cette réputation presque mythique ?Une origine mystérieuseContrairement à ce que son nom laisse penser, l'acier de Damas n'a pas forcément été inventé à Damas, en Syrie. Le terme désigne plutôt des lames produites entre le IIIᵉ et le XVIIᵉ siècle au Moyen-Orient, réputées pour leur résistance et leur tranchant exceptionnels. Elles étaient forgées à partir d'un acier venu d'Inde et du Sri Lanka, appelé wootz. Ce matériau contenait une quantité élevée de carbone, ce qui conférait à la lame une dureté remarquable.Des motifs uniquesL'une des caractéristiques les plus célèbres de ces lames, ce sont les motifs en surface, semblables à des vagues ou à des arabesques. Ils apparaissaient naturellement lors du travail du métal, en raison de la microstructure de l'acier, faite de bandes de carbures de fer. Ces motifs n'étaient pas qu'esthétiques : ils signalaient une organisation interne du métal qui contribuait à ses qualités mécaniques.Le secret perduMais comment exactement ces forgerons parvenaient-ils à obtenir un tel acier ? Le mystère reste entier. Dès le XVIIIᵉ siècle, la filière indienne du wootz s'est éteinte, et avec elle le savoir-faire. Les tentatives européennes de reproduction n'ont jamais donné un résultat équivalent.Au XXᵉ siècle, des analyses microscopiques modernes ont révélé que l'acier de Damas contenait parfois des nanotubes de carbone et des structures à l'échelle nanométrique, formées accidentellement lors de la forge. Ces structures renforçaient la solidité et la flexibilité de la lame. Or, les forgerons médiévaux ignoraient évidemment la nanotechnologie ! Ils suivaient simplement des recettes empiriques très précises : températures de chauffe, vitesse de refroidissement, proportion d'impuretés… Un savoir transmis oralement, et perdu avec le temps.Mythe et renaissanceAujourd'hui, de nombreux couteliers fabriquent ce qu'on appelle de « l'acier damassé ». Mais il s'agit souvent d'une autre technique : souder et replier des couches d'acier de qualité différente pour obtenir un beau motif. Résultat : l'esthétique rappelle l'acier de Damas, mais ce n'est pas la même chose.En conclusionL'acier de Damas reste une énigme partiellement résolue. On sait qu'il devait sa supériorité à la composition particulière du wootz indien et à des procédés de forge complexes. Mais l'alchimie exacte, celle qui donnait à ces lames leur réputation presque magique, demeure insaisissable. Et c'est peut-être cela qui fait tout son charme : un mélange de science, d'art et de légende. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Chi dopo 30 anni trascorsi in Italia come badante parte per il suo Paese di origine, ci sta tornando o ci sta andando? Nella scelta del verbo sta tutta la vita di Neela, che in Sri Lanka lascia una figlia piccola per raggiungere il marito in Italia. Quando, sei anni dopo, la figlia Ayesha si ricongiunge con i genitori in Italia, comincia per lei una vita di confusione geografica, linguistica e affettiva. Alla storia di queste due donne srilankesi si affianca quella delle sorelle di Neela, rimaste sull'isola a condurre una vita intrisa di spiritualità, tradizioni e magia. Con “Acqua sporca” Nadeesha Uyangoda dà voce all'esercito delle lavoratrici domestiche che hanno lasciato le loro vite per occuparsi delle nostre.

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 329 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. New Zealand have named their 15 for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025—a blend of experience and fresh faces. With Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates stepping into their fifth World Cup, Lea Tahuhu anchoring the pace attack, and Amelia Kerr in her prime, the White Ferns are banking on their senior core while also handing opportunities to six debutants. From Flora Devonshire's maiden ODI call-up to the wicketkeeping puzzle, we break down every angle—batting firepower, spin options, bowling depth, and the X-factor players who could shift New Zealand's fortunes in India and Sri Lanka. Can the defending T20 champions carry their momentum into the 50-over format?Thank you so much for tuning in to today's episode and for your incredible support. If you haven't already, make sure to hit the follow button and tap the bell icon on Spotify to stay updated with every new episode.Stay connected with us on social media – follow @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and Threads, and @neverontheback1 on Twitter (now X) for the latest cricket insights, fresh content, and much more throughout this action-packed season.You can also catch the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify for Podcasters, and many other streaming platforms. Plus, Never on the Backfoot is now on YouTube, so don't forget to subscribe for exclusive, in-depth content coming your way.Thanks again for all your love and support. Until next time, stay safe, take care, and keep enjoying the game. Bye for now!

The Super 4 for the Asia Cups are locked in. BP boys look back on the tournament so far and look ahead at the India Vs Pakistan game on Sunday. Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

The Murali End discuss all the action from the Super 4s clash between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, which Sri Lanka lost narrowly. They discuss what went wrong for Sri Lanka and where they must improve next time, including changes to the XI for the next match. Join the Murali End Whatsapp Group to stay ahead: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P

Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz discuss all the latest stories from the 2025 Asia Cup. They discuss the further drama around Pakistan which saw them play their final group match against the UAE, despite the fixture looking in jeopardy following on from the handshake incident after their fixture against India.Plus, Mark Machado joins them to discuss Sri Lanka's strength in depth as they qualify for the Super 4s stage of the competition.

Moving from Sri Lanka to Canada, Dimuth K has been quietly shaping a career defined by momentum and mood. His sets are deep and driving, often unfolding into hypnotic territory that lingers long after the lights come up. It's no surprise he's become a fixture at Canada's finest institutions (Coda, Stereo, and History) regularly stepping into booths that have also hosted the artists who shaped his path: Sasha, Eric Prydz, Danny Tenaglia. In the studio, that same forward motion carries through. His productions have landed on Sudbeat, The Soundgarden, and Consequence of Society, labels that champion both emotion and precision. His recent collaboration with Simply City, Resonance on Balance Croatia, underscores his ability to craft moody, powerful tracks that never lose their intimacy. For this Balance Selections mix, Dimuth delivers 80 minutes bristling with underground current. Featuring music from Gespona & Djolee, Zehv, and a series of his own collaborations, it's a statement set from one of the scene's most quietly underrated artists. @dimuth-k

Ayya Karunika explains where compassion (Karuna) and lovingkindness (metta) is found on the Noble Eightfold Path and how these two Brahmavihara practices are essential factors to practice the path to enlightenment. Also explains the answer to the question 'Why are we here?' and what to do after the end of a long retreat. Talk given on 17 October 2024. Bhikkhuni Ayya Kārunikā is currently the Abbot at Santi Forest Monastery, NSW, Australia and the spiritual director for New Zealand Bhikkhuni Sangha Trust, Hamilton. Ayya Karunika started her monastic life in 2010 and she received her full ordination as a bhikkhunī in 2014 at Dhammasara Nuns monastery in Western Australia where she lived and trained for over a decade with Ajahn Hāsapaññā. She has been a student of Ajahn Brahm and Ajahn Brahmali for over 2 decades. Ayya Kārunikā is able to articulate the Buddhist teachings in a way that is practical and comprehensible to people of all ages and has experience in conducting retreats for both adults and youth. While she has a PhD in Microbiology and worked as a scientist, she has also been the building project manager for the construction of the Dhammasara Nuns Monastery main building complex and has worked with many volunteers over the years. Ayya Kārunikā was born in Sri Lanka but has been living and working in Australia for over 2 decades. She has a passion to share her experience and knowledge and loves working with people and also doing creative projects. She is dedicated to supporting the growth of Bhikkhunis around the world and is currently involved in projects to support the establishment of places for Bhikkhunis in Theravada forest tradition in Australia, New Zealand, Poland and Sri Lanka.  Please visit the Santi Forest Youtube Channel and Santi Forest Monastery website Support us on https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa BSWA teachings are available: BSWA Teachings BSWA Podcast Channel BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel BSWA YouTube

It's Tuesday, September 16th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson Pakistani flood claims 900 lives Floods in Pakistan have taken the lives of 900 people. Plus, over two million people have been displaced and 1,600 villages destroyed. The British Christian Asian Association is on the ground helping Christian communities in Pakistan now.  Make a donation through a special link in our transcript today at www.TheWorldview.com.  Indicate in the box at the bottom of the linked page that your donation is to help the Pakistani flood victims. Trump compared Brazilian witch hunt of Bolsonaro to his trials As The Worldview reported on September 12th, Brazil's previous president, Jair Bolsonaro, was convicted of trying to overturn the 2022 election, and sentenced to 27 years in prison for it. U.S. President Donald Trump responded by comparing the ordeal with his own in 2020. He said, “I thought he was a good president of Brazil, and it's very surprising that could happen very much like they tried to do with me, but they didn't get away with it at all.” The Wall Street Journal featured a column by Mary O'Grady declaring that Brazil's courts have been turned to Lawfare — the use of the judicial system to achieve political ends.  Nepal's revolution leaves 51 dead and with new Prime Minister The nation of Nepal has been caught in a maelstrom of revolution for the past week, leaving 51 people dead, government buildings destroyed, and supermarkets and politician's homes burned to the ground, reports the BBC. The revolution was largely instigated by Gen Z, 18 to 24-year-old college-aged youth, after a social media ban. Nepal's prime minister resigned, and another was appointed — the first woman leader of the Himalayan country. The nation is relying upon Sushila Karki to restore stability.  She has promised $11,330 for each family where a protester was killed in the melee.   Similar youth-driven revolutions occurred in Sri Lanka in 2022 and Bangladesh in 2024, overturning these national governments as well. Isaiah 3:12 speaks of the instability of nations in similar terms. It says, “As for my people, children are their oppressors, and women rule over them. O my people, they which lead thee cause thee to err, and destroy the way of thy paths.” The nations of the world which have appointed or elected the most female leaders since 1946 are Finland, India, New Zealand, and England. The average number of nations led by female heads hovered around 6 in the 1990s and early 2000s. Today, the average has increased to 15 female leaders.  Utah Gov.: Kirk's murderer was “deeply indoctrinated with leftist ideology” Utah Republican Governor Spencer Cox has announced on CNN's State of the Union that official charges will be filed today against Charlie Kirk's alleged assassin, Tyler Robinson. The governor also said, “The FBI has confirmed that [Robinson's] roommate was a romantic partner, a male transitioning to female.”  Cox added that evidence from family and friends is pointing to the fact that the alleged murderer had been “deeply indoctrinated with leftist ideology.” Romans 1:28 and 29 speaks of the progression of evil: “And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a debased mind, to do those things which are not fitting; being filled with all unrighteousness, sexual immorality, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder.” Tyler Robinson's trans roommate “hates conservatives and Christians” Fox News has also reported that Robinson's 22-year-old “trans roommate” "hates conservatives and Christians.” That according to an interview with a relative on Fox. The woman, who asked to remain anonymous, told Fox News Digital her relative began to act differently when he turned 18 and said that he developed a hatred of Christians and conservatives. She explained that “He hated us. He was not raised that way, but he, over the years, has become really detached [and] been radicalized. … He has obviously gotten progressively worse the last year or two.” Transgenderism on the rise Transgenderism has increased across the United States — with 1.6% of American adults claiming to be such. That's four million Americans!   Pew Research estimates that 44% of Americans know somebody who is attempting to appear to change their own gender. The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland attempted the first gender mutilations back in 1966. The program was shut down in 1979. Then again, in 1997, the practice was reinstated by a Dr. Stanley Biber in Trinidad, Colorado. Biber's clinic became the gender mutilation capital of the country until the surgeon's retirement in 2003. These are the roots of the movement in America. Gold and stocks hit new highs Gold is reaching for new highs — scraping $3,670 per ounce on Monday. Silver reached $42.60 per ounce. That's up 41% and 38% respectively over the previous year. Stocks are up similarly. The NASDAQ reached 22,340 points yesterday, a 27% increase over last year. Meanwhile, the median house selling price has dropped a total of 7% since late 2022. Teen reels in 177-pound Halibut And finally, 13-year-old Jackson Denio of New Hampshire reeled in a 177-pound Atlantic Halibut  off the New England coast last week. That could be a world record for a youth catch. After wrestling with the fish for a half an hour on the line, it took three men to get the monster in the boat. DENIO: “It took the three deckhands and the captain to get it in the boat, and then, once it was in the boat, everybody was just yelling and cheering. FRIEND: “Jackson! Whoo!” The largest halibut on record weighed 515 pounds, caught in Alaska in 1996.  Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, September 16th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

In this episode of Transformative Principal, Jethro Jones welcomes three inspiring guests to discuss the origins and impact of the Test Kitchen Education Foundation in Fort Madison, Iowa. Brent Zirkel shares how the foundation was created to blend culinary arts with education, providing students with essential life and academic skills. Kumar Withanage, a renowned chef and passionate educator, recounts his journey from Sri Lanka to the U.S. and his motivation to give back to the community through after-school programs that teach both cooking and life lessons. Julian Pope, a former student and participant, describes how the Test Kitchen became a turning point in his life, offering mentorship, practical skills, and opportunities that helped him pursue higher education. The conversation highlights the power of mentorship, the importance of community, and the value of providing safe, supportive spaces for students to grow.How Test Kitchen Education Foundation came to be. How Julien got involved through the robotics program. Cooking provides instant feedback.The power of mentorship.ACT - Appreciate, Clean up after yourself, Thank everyone.Mentorship and agreements or commitmentsAbout Kumar WickramasinghaKumar Wickramasingha is best known in southeast Iowa for his culinary expertise and his deep commitment to educational equity. A native of Sri Lanka, Kumar immigrated to the United States in 1986, where he was welcomed by George and Jean Alton—two Fort Madison educators who gave him a home and the encouragement to pursue higher education. Inspired by their generosity and belief in the power of education, Kumar fulfilled his American dream by becoming a successful restaurateur and later a healthcare executive.Kumar's most enduring legacy, however, may be his work in education reform. As the founder of the Test Kitchen Education Foundation (TKEF), he created the Elliott Test Kitchen (ETK)—a one-of-a-kind afterschool program that used food and mentorship to bring academic support to students in rural Iowa. With a blend of culinary creativity and educational accountability, the program helped countless students from all backgrounds succeed in school, build life skills, and discover their potential.Today, Kumar is collaborating with former ETK student Julien Pope on a forthcoming book that tells the story of the Test Kitchen's origins, challenges, and powerful impact. The book not only highlights the life-changing effects of academic support and mentorship, but also draws a powerful connection between the decline of quality education in rural communities and the rise of political polarization in America. Through real stories and hard truths, the project aims to spark a national conversation—and offer a roadmap for healing both systems.Kumar continues to live in Fort Madison and remains passionate about giving back to the community that once lifted him up. His work is a testament to the idea that the best way to thank a community is to build something lasting within it.About Julien PopeJulien Pope is a ghostwriter and freelance developmental editor currently working in Fort Madison, Iowa. As a high schooler, his life was positively impacted by the Elliott Test Kitchen, and, using the resources provided to him by the ETK, he successfully enrolled at the University of Iowa as an English and Creative Writing Major. Recently graduated, he has returned to Fort Madison to work on a series of writing projects, one of which being the memoir of Kumar Wickramasingha and the story of the Elliott Test Kitchen. As the author of this memoir, Julien will use both personal narrative and in-depth research to create a compelling argument for the solution to rural America's educational decline - namely, that only through dedicated, passionate community involvement and cultural appreciation will education be able to flourish and heal the rifts in our fracturing society. About Brent ZirkelBrent Zirkel is currently the Elementary Principal at Mary Welsh Elementary in Williamsburg, Iowa, a school of about 650 students.  He also serves as the district ELL Director, Migratory Education Program Director, and Preschool Program Director. Brent has previously served as the Associate Principal at Williamsburg Jr/Sr. High School (7-12) and Fort Madison Middle School (4-8).  Brent taught Spanish at Fort Madison High School for 12 years where he was honored for 5 consecutive years with the Terry Branstad Inspiring Teacher Award for serving as a motivational force to some of Iowa's top-performing high school students. He has a BA in Geography and Spanish Education, an MS in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Bilingual Education (ELL), and is certified as a Pre-K-12 Administrator and Special Education Supervisor.Brent is also an educational consultant for the Test Kitchen Educational Foundation: a non-profit organization that creates innovative after-school programming for rural communities in Iowa by getting youth excited about learning through engagement in academics, culinary arts, and valuable life skills.  Brent is married to Michelle, a K-6 Media Teacher, and has two children, Brevin (16) and Bram (10). Brent enjoys spending time with his family. He is an avid fan of Survivor, the TV show, and is a true believer in progress through struggle. Brent sees education as the greatest opportunity to build a better tomorrow by positively impacting the lives of his students today. LinkedLeaders: You need support. Get just-in-time mentoring at LinkedLeaders.comWe're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

Welcome back to Your World of Creativity—the show where we explore the creative journeys of innovators, artists, and entrepreneurs around the world.Today, we're welcoming Pia Leichter: a creative partner, certified coach, best-selling author, and founder of Kollektiv Studio. Pia's work spans journalism, branding, design, and deep creative transformation.She's here to talk about her new book Welcome to the Creative Club: Make Life Your Biggest Art Project. It's part memoir, part manifesto, and a full-on invitation to become the creative director of your own life.Pia's Website @pia.leichter on Instagram @pialeichter on X 1: “Unlearning and Reclaiming Creativity”“Your book begins with a journey of ‘losing and finding' your creative power. What were some of the stories or beliefs you had to unlearn in order to reconnect with that creativity—and how did that process shape the book?”2: “From Therapy Couch to Studio Session”“You take us behind the scenes of some intimate and bold conversations—with your therapist and even with fashion icon Betsey Johnson. What was it like weaving these voices into your own narrative? And what do they reveal about the creative process that people might not expect?”3: “The Science Behind the Magic”“Welcome to the Creative Club smashes myths with neuroscience. What surprised you most in the research about how creativity actually works—and how can listeners apply these insights to their daily lives or creative work?”4: “Designing Your Life as a Creative Project”“You invite readers to become the ‘creative director of their life.' For someone listening right now who feels stuck or unsure, what's the first step to embracing that role and turning life into an art project?”5: “Burning Down the Box” (4 minutes)“You've worked with major brands and also coached individuals through transformative change. Whether it's building a brand or rewriting your story, what does it mean to you to ‘redesign the box'—or sometimes, burn it down entirely?”“Pia, what a rich and refreshing conversation—thank you for inviting us into your creative club. Your book is bold, honest, and truly inspiring. To our listeners, grab Pia's book Welcome to the Creative Club—it's more than a read, it's a creative reset. We'll link to it in the show notes.”As always, this episode is sponsored by our friends at White Cloud Coffee Roasters. Fuel your creative mornings with handcrafted blends—and enjoy 10% off your first order with the code CREATIVITY at WhiteCloudCoffee.com.Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review Your World of Creativity on your favorite podcast app. And join us next time as we continue to unlock your world of creativity!Pia Leichter is a creative partner, best selling author, certified coach, and founder. Her path has been anything but ordinary: a recovering nomad, she's reported as a journalist in Sri Lanka, graduated summa cum laude from NYU, and worked as an award-winning creative director for some of the biggest brands in the world. Now, as the founder of Kollektiv Studio, she's uniquely positioned to help people create their wild ventures. With over a decade of experience, Pia has built brands, launched a creative studio, and served as a judge for top industry competitions. Along the way, she's earned a stack of awards and the trust of creators across the globe. Whether creatively partnering with...