Arthur C. Clarke's latest odyssey
Thanks to a report from Roger Ebert I now know that Arthur C. Clarke, "the best-known Western resident of Sri Lanka is alive and well, but devastated, after the tsunami tragedy. (But apparently,) the waves caused heavy damage to his diving station in Hikkaduwa and his holiday bungalows in Kahawa and Thiranagama." These facilities operate as part of his research foundation. A few more details can be found in the article plus information about Sir Arthur's recommended charity, Sarvodaya.