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Warning to Russian citizens about delayed flights from Sri Lanka
Russian citizens stranded in Sri Lanka due to Middle East tensions are advised to monitor airline information about delayed flights.
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Expat life: communities, services and the experience of moving to the island.
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How to Get to Sri Lanka from Cyprus After Dubai Airspace Closed
A traveller in Cyprus asks for alternative routes to Sri Lanka after flights through Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi were halted.
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Del and Sakhno Broadcast with Career Consultant Irina
Announcement of the broadcast featuring guest Irina Lapute, a career consultant with psychology and economics degrees from Moscow State University.
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Evacuation Underway at Dubai International Airport
A brief report on an evacuation in progress at Dubai International Airport.
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Male Airport Overcrowded Due to UAE Flight Cancellations
Over 2,000 tourists are stranded at Malé international airport terminal following cancellations by UAE airlines and Qatar Airways.
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What Tourists Should Do When Flights Are Cancelled in the Middle East
Guidance for tourists stranded by UAE flight cancellations: what to do at the airport, who pays for the hotel and who to contact.
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Sharjah Airport Suspends All Flights
Sharjah International Airport announced the suspension of all flights until further notice as a precautionary security measure.
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Travel Warning Due to Middle East Airspace Closures
Due to Middle East tensions several countries have closed their airspace; travellers are advised to choose direct Aeroflot flights.
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Alexander Zamashka's Illusion Show: Broadcast in One Hour
Announcement of a live broadcast with Alexander Zamashka, a world-class illusion creator who has consulted for David Copperfield.
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New Del and Sakhno Broadcast: Investors and an Illusionist
Announcement of a new broadcast featuring guests investor Artem Kardash and Alex Zamashka, a producer of exclusive illusion shows.
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Aeroflot Moscow–Colombo Tickets from 16,000 Rubles
Budget Aeroflot Moscow–Colombo tickets from 16,000 rubles for May dates found on aggregators; the return can be booked with Air Arabia.
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Exclusive from the Expat Channel
The editorial team shares exclusive content from an expats-in-Asia channel.
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Live Stream: Psychology, AI and Island Life Today
A reminder about the live stream with Yulia Che, covering consciousness technologies and life in Sri Lanka.
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Del and Sakhno Broadcast: Psychology and Life on the Island
Announcement of the new «Del, Sakhno and Newcomers» broadcast featuring guest Yulia Che, an expert in psychology, AI and neurotechnology.
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Seeking Event Organiser for Russian-Speaking Audience Show
An artist's producer is seeking a local event organiser for a show for 50–500 people in Sri Lanka on 15 March.
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Russian Embassy Issues Warning for Citizens in Sri Lanka
The Russian Embassy in Sri Lanka has published a warning for Russian citizens currently on the island.
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Broadcast with Musician Max Razumovsky Who Moved to Sri Lanka
Announcement of a new episode of 'Del, Sakhno and Newcomers' featuring guest Max Razumovsky — a musician and family man from St. Petersburg who has lived in Sri Lanka for three years.
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English Breakfast Club Every Thursday in Galle — Free Entry
The weekly English Breakfast Club on Thursdays at 9:00 at Barista Galle Diner welcomes everyone regardless of their English level.
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Live Broadcast with the Surgutskovy Family on Expat Life
Live broadcast of 'Del, Sakhno and Newcomers' featuring Alexey and Elena Surgutskovy — an English language teacher and yoga instructor who relocated to Sri Lanka.
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English Breakfast Club Meets Every Thursday in Galle
The weekly English Breakfast Club meets every Thursday at 9:00 at Barista Galle Diner — free entry, any level of English welcome.
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Broadcast with English Teacher and Yoga Instructor — Expats on the Island
Announcement of a new episode of 'Del, Sakhno and Newcomers' featuring married couple Alexey and Elena Surgutskovy who moved to Sri Lanka: a language teacher and a yoga instructor.
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Broadcast with Diana Podolski on Body and Life Between Countries
Announcement of a new episode of 'Del, Sakhno and Newcomers' featuring guest Diana Podolski, a body-practice specialist living between the Altai and Sri Lanka.
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Air Arabia Announces Ticket Sale from Russia from 17,479 Rubles
Air Arabia launched a sale of air tickets from Russia for the March–April 2026 period, including flights to Sri Lanka from 25,459 rubles one way.
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Live Broadcast with Entrepreneur Anton Sakhno
Live broadcast of 'Del, Sakhno and Newcomers' featuring serial entrepreneur Anton Sakhno, founder of White Label and TravelTech startup PLAY.
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Direct Charters from Three Russian Cities to Sri Lanka Cancelled
Red Wings airline is cancelling direct flights to Hambantota from St. Petersburg, Novosibirsk and Ufa starting February due to Boeing 777-200 maintenance; flights from Moscow and several other cities remain.
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Broadcast 'Del, Sakhno and Newcomers' with Serial Entrepreneur
Announcement of a new broadcast by Kristina Del and Nadya Sakhno featuring guest Anton Sakhno, a serial entrepreneur and founder of White Label and TravelTech startup PLAY.
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Joint Breakfast for Girls from the South and Colombo
A brief note about a joint breakfast for Russian-speaking community members from the south and Colombo held on Friday; details in Nadia Sakhno's channel.
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Live Broadcast with Media Producer Alexei Levin
Announcement of the ongoing 'Del, Sakhno and newcomers' live broadcast featuring guest Alexei Levin, founder of Ruvision and 2024 Person of the Year in creative industries.
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Broadcast Announcement: Media Producer and Psychologist in Sri Lanka
Preview of a new 'Del, Sakhno and newcomers' episode featuring Alexei Levin (media producer) and Alisa Rassushina (psychologist and managing partner) about life on the island.
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Broadcast Announcement: Media Producer in Sri Lanka
Preview of a new 'Del, Sakhno and newcomers' episode featuring media producer Alexei Levin, who relocated to Sri Lanka after a successful video production career in Russia.
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Russian Tourist Numbers in Sri Lanka Drop in 2025
According to SLTDA, the number of Russian tourists in 2025 fell below 2024 and 2023 levels, hitting the lowest figure since 2022.
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Broadcast Announcement: Restaurateurs' Life in Sri Lanka
Preview of the 'Del, Sakhno and newcomers' episode featuring chef Andrey Li, co-owner of KAIYO restaurant in Sri Lanka, discussing the island's restaurant scene.
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'Del, Sakhno' Broadcast with Tea Entrepreneur and Investor
The 'Del, Sakhno and newcomers' show features the founder of tea company White Peony and businessman Vyacheslav Del, discussing life and business on the island.
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Sunday Morning Runs by the Clock Tower in Galle Fort
Every Sunday at 7:30 AM, an open running session starts from the clock tower in Galle Fort; afterwards — coffee at Barista and songs with guitar.
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Red Wings Adjusts Sri Lanka Flight Schedule
Red Wings airline adjusted its flight schedule from Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Novosibirsk to Sri Lanka and back due to an aircraft replacement.
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Red Wings Strands Tourists in Sri Lanka
The Russian Embassy confirmed numerous appeals from Russian tourists stranded in Sri Lanka due to technical issues with Red Wings airline flights.
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'Del, Sakhno' Broadcast with Young Hotelier from St. Petersburg
The 'Del, Sakhno and newcomers' show features a 31-year-old entrepreneur from St. Petersburg who dreamed of owning a hotel since childhood and is now opening one in Sri Lanka.
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'Del, Sakhno' Broadcast Featuring Real Estate and IT Expert
The 'Del, Sakhno and newcomers' broadcast features an entrepreneur and lawyer with experience managing major real estate in Moscow and St. Petersburg who studies South Asia.
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English Conversation Club in Galle
The English Breakfast conversation club meets every Thursday at 9:00 AM at Barista Galle Diner for those with a language barrier or a wish to improve their English.
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New Broadcast 'Del, Sakhno and newcomers' Today
Today at 7:30 PM Lanka time, a new regular show launches where architect Nadya and businesswoman Kristina discuss island life with newcomers and long-timers.
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Russian Embassy and SLTDA Assure: Island Safe for Tourists
The Russian Embassy recommends citizens review the SLTDA statement confirming Sri Lanka remains safe and tourist facilities continue to operate normally.
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Photo Report from the Kicks Party on November 21
The channel's special correspondent attended Friday's event at Kicks and published a photo report via a shared link.
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Open Mic Night in Unawatuna on November 27
On Thursday, November 27, an open mic comedy evening for the Russian-speaking island community will be held at Fish & Meet Restaurant in Unawatuna.
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Growing Expat Communities: Breakfasts and a Choir on the Island
Expat communities are flourishing on the island: English Breakfast in Galle, women's and men's breakfasts in Colombo, and the women's choir 'Goddesses' in the South — community leaders share what their gatherings are about.
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Direct Flight from St Petersburg to Hambantota
A direct flight from Pulkovo Airport to Hambantota, Sri Lanka, is set to appear in the schedule.
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Folder of Telegram Channels by Island Residents
The channel compiled a folder of 17 Telegram channels by expats living in Sri Lanka — builders, a pilot, an athlete, an actor and others sharing island life from different perspectives.
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Russian film festival opens in Colombo
The Russian Cinema Days festival opened at the Russian House in Colombo — the first such event since 1963, featuring actors, producers, and composers.
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Five-hour Halloween festival created by the community
Announcement of a large Halloween show created by the expat community, featuring children's guitar band, a school rock group, and a dance troupe.
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Island project community gathers at birthday party
Representatives of WeAre, Surf's Up, LabRA, Tiger Gems and other projects met at LUM's birthday party and discovered each other's drink preferences.
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Saturday meetup in Galle for entrepreneurs
Announcement of a Saturday gathering in Galle to discuss island news, legal and business questions, with Greek pies promised.
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Signs you have lived in Sri Lanka too long
A humorous list of signs of long island life: keeping a peacock, making your own cottage cheese, and nodding instead of answering.
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English Breakfast tomorrow in Galle
Announcement of an informal English-only morning meetup in Galle tomorrow at 9:00 to discuss the latest island news.
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Bloggers Return to the Island: Bakayev and WeTeam in Unawatuna
Blogger Artur Bakayev arrived on the island, and Denis from WeTeam released a fresh video showing the current situation in Unawatuna.
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Kazakhstan Embassy Opens Office in Colombo
The Kazakhstan Embassy is opening an office in Colombo to serve Kazakh citizens living in Sri Lanka.
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RUMA Space in Weligama Is Closing
RUMA Space announced its closure after two years of operation; reasons are not disclosed, the team thanks everyone who was part of the community.
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Belavia Tickets to Sri Lanka Now Available on the Airline's Website
Belavia has opened ticket sales for Minsk — Mattala on its website: from 1,286 BYN one-way, departures on Tuesdays starting October 28.
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English Breakfast in Galle: English Practice Club for Expats
Every Thursday at Barista Galle Diner, TalkMuch school hosts English breakfasts — a gathering place for socializing, networking, and language practice for three months running.
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Runforcoffee: A Running Club with Charity in Galle
The runforcoffee initiative gathers running enthusiasts every Sunday at Galle Fort: buy a T-shirt, run, get 50% off coffee, and support charity.
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English Breakfast in Galle: Meetup on September 25
Announcement of the English Breakfast meetup on September 25, 2025 at 09:00 at Barista Galle Diner, lasting 1.5 hours.
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Belavia Launches Direct Flights Minsk — Mattala from October
Belavia airline will launch direct weekly flights from Minsk to Mattala airport in southern Sri Lanka starting October 28, taking about 9.5 hours.
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