Read more at The Guardian.
Literary prize drops name of its sponsor from title after protests over Israel arms link
Canada’s Giller prize – formerly known as the Scotiabank Giller prize – will keep the bank as its main sponsor
A major Canadian literary award has dropped the name of its sponsor, Scotiabank, from its title following months of protests over the bank’s investments in an Israeli weapons manufacturer.
The Giller prize – formerly known as the Scotiabank Giller prize – will keep the bank as its main sponsor despite the rebrand.
Continue reading...Date: | |
Tag: | Israel |
-
BBC News - Top stories
Chased out by protesters, a political dynasty plots its comeback
The Rajapaksas had a vice-like grip on Sri Lanka until they were chased from power. Could they return?17 hours ago -
Politico - Politics
House Dem campaign arm is touting its post-Biden ground game
September 3 - Joe Biden -
CBS Sports - Sports
How a letter from Nick Foles' wife convinced him to return to NFL, resulting in Eagles' lone Super Bowl title
A four-page letter from Tori Foles convinced Nick to give football one more try15 hours ago - NFL -
CBS Sports - Sports
Eagles overreactions from Week 2 loss to Falcons: Saquon Barkley drop to blame? Fourth-down call bad decision?
Overreactions from the Eagles' stunning loss on Monday night25 minutes ago -
The New York Times - World
Hamas Plans Future in Gaza After Surviving Israel’s Onslaught
Khaled Meshal, one of Hamas’s most senior officials, said in an interview that the militant group expects to play a decisive role in the enclave when the war is over.6 hours ago - Israel -
ABC News - World
Dozens wounded after pagers detonate in Lebanon, officials point to Israel
Lebanese state media and security officials say dozens of people have been injured in Beirut’s suburbs after their handheld pagers exploded2 hours ago - Israel -
The New York Times - Top stories
Hamas Plans Future in Gaza After Surviving Israel’s Onslaught
Khaled Meshal, one of Hamas’s most senior officials, said in an interview that the militant group expects to play a decisive role in the enclave when the war is over.2 hours ago - Israel -
NBC News - Top stories
Falcons stun Eagles after Saquon Barkley drops potentially game-icing play
Atlanta’s Kirk Cousins squares off with Philadelphia’s Jalen Hurts19 hours ago - NFL -
Inc. - Business
Amazon's CEO Just Declared the Era of Hybrid Work Finally Over
The company is going back to how things were before the pandemic.6 hours ago - Amazon -
The New York Times - Top stories
North Carolina Absentee Ballots Delayed After Fight Over RFK Jr.
After dropping out of the race and endorsing Donald Trump, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been fighting in court to remove his name from ballots in several states.17 hours ago
More from The Guardian
-
The Guardian - World
At least eight killed and thousands injured in Lebanon pager explosions, says health minister – Middle East crisis live
Girl, 10, reportedly among those killed and about 2,800 people wounded after pagers explode, according to health minister. German news media outlets have called on Israel to grant them access to ...19 minutes ago -
The Guardian - World
Justin Trudeau under pressure as his party loses Montreal election
Victory by separatist Québécois candidate in once-safe Liberal seat raises questions over Canadian PM’s leadership. Canada’s ruling Liberal party has lost a once-safe seat in Montreal, a result ...4 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Trump launches new cryptocurrency venture but declines to share details
Ex-president unveils World Liberty Financial and publicly addresses second apparent assassination attempt. Donald Trump launched his family’s cryptocurrency venture, World Liberty Financial, on a ...19 minutes ago - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs charged with sex trafficking and racketeering, unsealed indictment shows
Combs had been arrested in New York, months after federal authorities raided his homes in Los Angeles and Miami. Sean “Diddy” Combs is facing charges of sex trafficking and racketeering, ...1 hour ago -
The Guardian - World
Portugal wildfire deaths rise to seven after firefighters trapped in blaze
More than 50 people injured as 54 fires burn across country amid hot, dry and windy weather. Seven people have been killed and more than 50 injured in wildfires ravaging central and northern ...1 hour ago