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Percival Everett, Author of ‘James,’ Wins National Book Award for Fiction
Jason De León received the nonfiction award for “Soldiers and Kings: Survival and Hope in the World of Human Smuggling.”Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Advocates fear national book ban under unified GOP government
A Republican trifecta in Washington is raising concerns over the potential for national book ban legislation. Congressional Republicans have shown increased interest in the possibility, with House ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
Australia’s US ambassador Kevin Rudd deletes posts criticising ‘destructive’ Trump after election win
Former PM says past comments don’t reflect his views as envoy, while foreign minister says she is confident of Australia’s alliance with US. US elections 2024 – live updates US election ...World - The Guardian - November 7 -
Celebrities need to stop writing children’s books: they’re woefully underqualified | Arwa Mahdawi
As Jamie Oliver has found out to his cost, write what you know or you could end up with a flop and an international PR disaster. Ever wondered what frivolous whims you’d indulge if you were made ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Pep Guardiola faces new challenges after decision to stay at Manchester City | Jamie Jackson
Run of defeats, ageing players and off-field problems have not deterred manager from opting to complete a decade at club. Pep Guardiola’s signing of a new one-year deal at Manchester City’s manager ...World - The Guardian - 2 days ago -
Trump Makes His First Moves
Also, an attack on Israeli soccer fans. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.Top stories - The New York Times - November 8 -
Australian breaker Raygun retires from sport after Olympic backlash
Rachael Gunn said the level of scrutiny around her performance made it difficult to keep competing.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
After a 2,000-Mile Trip, a Penguin Finds Itself on an Australian Beach
“This is the furthest north I’ve heard of an emperor penguin,” an expert said.World - The New York Times - November 8 -
Consumer anger over high prices piles pressure on politicians
Post-Covid inflation rise leaves toxic legacy for governments across rich economiesBusiness - Financial Times - November 11 -
Australian gold miner’s shares plunge after chief executive detained in Mali
Resolute Mining says Terence Holohan and other executives were in Bamako to discuss claims made against companyBusiness - Financial Times - November 11 -
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Commonwealth nations adopt their first ocean declaration
Commonwealth countries have adopted their first ocean declaration during their summit held for the first time in the Pacific island nation of SamoaWorld - ABC News - October 26 -
Bill Clinton reveals his 'rules of politics' in new book
Former President Clinton is revealing some of his "rules of politics," which include avoiding bringing "your feelings to work," never drinking in public and taking criticism "seriously but not ...Politics - The Hill - November 15 -
Book Review: Chris Myers looks back on his career in ’That Deserves a Wow'
There are few sports journalists working today with a resume as broad as Chris Myers, writes AP reviewer Rob Merrill about Myers’ memoir, “That Deserves a Wow.”Sports - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Book Review: Chris Myers looks back on his career in ’That Deserves a Wow'
There are few sports journalists working today with a resume as broad as Chris Myers, writes AP reviewer Rob Merrill about Myers’ memoir, “That Deserves a Wow.”Entertainment - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Teen convicted after shooting mother as she protected her children
Lianne Gordon was trying to protect her children from gang violence when she was killed in her home.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
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Poland urges polio vaccinations for children after virus detected in sewage in Warsaw
Poland’s health authorities are urging polio vaccinations for children after the virus was detected in Warsaw’s sewage during regular tests this monthWorld - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Poland urges polio vaccinations for children after the virus is detected in sewage in Warsaw
Poland’s health authorities are urging polio vaccinations for children after the virus was detected in Warsaw’s sewage during regular tests this monthHealth - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Susan Smith denied parole 30 years after drowning her children
Susan Smith, convicted of drowning her two young sons in a South Carolina lake in 1994, then blaming the crime on a Black man, will remain in prison after a parole board denied her release.Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
Bill Clinton explains why philanthropy fills his post-presidential life in his new book 'Citizen'
Former President Bill Clinton talks about how philanthropy has allowed him to continue making changes in the world to help others in his new book, “Citizen: My Life After the White House,” ...Entertainment - ABC News - 4 days ago -
It’s my first Halloween in the UK for two decades – and my American children are not impressed | Emma Brockes
Spending on costumes and treats has increased, but Britain isn’t showing quite the same commitment or creativity. . What are you going as, this Halloween? The discussion in our household starts in ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
L.A. author Percival Everett wins National Book Award for retelling of 'Huck Finn'
USC professor Percival Everett wins the National Book Award for Fiction for 'James,' a retelling of 'Huckleberry Finn' from the character Jim's point of view.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - Yesterday -
After 40 Years, the Pizza Hut Book It! Kids Are All Right
Pizza Hut’s Book It! literacy program, founded in 1984, has reached more than 70 million students — and counts the radio host Charlamagne Tha God among its fans.Business - The New York Times - November 1 -
Sales surge for dystopian books after Trump election victory
The Handmaid’s Tale has risen more than 400 places on bestseller charts since Wednesday with a similar rush for copies of On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder. Books about democracy, dystopia, tyranny, ...World - The Guardian - November 7 -
Book excerpt: "Citizen: My Life After the White House" by Bill Clinton
The former president writes about his life after leaving office, when he was determined to "live in the present and for the future."Top stories - CBS News - November 15 -
National Ballet of Ukraine completes first U.S. tour in decades
The National Ballet of Ukraine wrapped up a tour of the U.S. this week — its first since the fall of the Soviet Union more than 30 years ago. Several dancers spoke to CBS News about the power of ...Top stories - CBS News - November 2 -
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Murray Sinclair, First Nation advocate for justice and Canadian senator, has died
Murray Sinclair, a former First Nation judge, senator and chair of the commission that delved into Canada’s troubled history of residential schools for First Nations students, has diedWorld - ABC News - November 4 -
8-2 Buffs roll, still looking for 'our best game'
Deion Sanders watched his Colorado offense put up 49 points on the top scoring defense in the Big 12 on Saturday, but he isn't satisfied. The coach expects dominance in all three phases of the game.Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago
