Crowing crows haunt Sri Lanka tourists amid resort images
Sri Lanka, once Ceylon, boosts tourism as hotels and flights improve. tourists report aggressive crows circling beaches, even raiding lunches. Local official jokes about human hospitality while noting tourism has risen fourfold in six years to about 80 000 visitors.
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Sayings That Cost a Man His Silence and Pride
HAL BOYLE lists offhand remarks that backfire, illustrating how words can betray judgment and cost reputations. Examples include digs about work, family, romance, etiquette, and personal insecurities, set in a witty New York AP column.
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Lent Prayer Shifts From Fasting To Acts Of Mercy
Lent changes focus from giving up to giving to others with actions that aid the needy. Church leaders cite Vatican II reforms and ecumenical moves toward positive observance, including Bible study and prayer, Ash Wednesday services beginning the period. The centerpiece remains renewal of faith amid mortality and humility.
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