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Murderbot TV Review: Alexander Skarsgård leads the Apple TV+ sci-fi series based on the best-selling novels

Plot: Based on Martha Wells’ bestselling Hugo and Nebula Award-winning book series, “Murderbot” is a sci-fi thriller/comedy about a self-hacking security construct who is horrified by human emotion yet drawn to its vulnerable clients. Murderbot must …

St. Martin Literature and Publishing’s Role in Development Shares Center Stage...

  GREAT BAY/MARIGOT, Sint Maarten/St. Martin —The 49th Annual Caribbean Studies Association (CSA) Conference will be held in St. Martin at Simpson Bay Resort, June 1–7, 2025. The conference registration and hotel booking list already includes over …

Minnesota Is The Most Financially Literate State In The US

How well are Americans managing their money, and how does it vary between the states? This financial literacy map, via Visual Capitalist's Pallavi Rao, attempts to answer both questions using 2025 data from WalletHub, a personal finance services …

Two Compelling Debut Novels to Add to Your Reading List

Reading a debut novel is often an exciting prospect since, in the best case scenario, you might be about to discover a new favorite novelist who will hopefully go on to a prolific career supplying you with countless charming hours of reading pleasure. Add …

Business News | India Authors Academy Hosts Two Back-to-Back Literary Milestones: Creativity Retreat & Navi Mumbai ...

SMPL Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 12: The India Authors Academy (IAA), led by Sweta Samota, bestselling author and India's leading book author coach, along with co-founder Manish Samota, marked an extraordinary literary weekend by hosting two …

Abdullah Badawi’s poetry, not infrastructure, is his legacy, says son at MRSM renaming in Kepala Batas

KEPALA BATAS, May 12 — The family of Malaysia’s fifth Prime Minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi described the renaming of Kepala Batas Junior Science College (MRSM) to Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi MRSM as a profound honour and recognition to his legacy. …

China's online literature sees strong growth at home and abroad

China's online literature industry continues to surge in 2024, with the domestic reading market reaching 43.06 billion yuan ($5.96 billion). /IC China's online literature industry continues to surge in 2024, with the domestic reading market …

Book review: Meet Lee Ek Tieng, Lee Kuan Yew’s green general who cleaned up Singapore

Book Review: Jemimah Wei’s The Original Daughter is the quintessential Singaporean novel

Top 10 best classic novels of all time — number one is a 100-year-old 'masterpiece'

When it comes to reading, everyone has their own preferences, with some preferring high-octane fantasy and thriller novels, while others prefer to take it slower with a cosy mystery or romance. But for others, nothing can beat the classics.Classic novels, …

'The Hindu Manifesto' book review: A vision for ethical nation-building focused on traditional Hindu values

Victory in war is seen as a noble pursuit: it is not just about physical conquest, but is also a reflection of one's skill, valour and adherence to duty. Victory in war, particularly when fighting for a just and noble cause, such as defending the …

Commentary: An AI Agatha Christie? The bestselling novelist of all time deserves better than that

There are very few recorded interviews with Dame Agatha Christie, the world’s bestselling novelist and generally acknowledged doyenne of crime, for one simple reason: She hated speaking in public. She often described herself as cripplingly shy — she …

First look at new RTÉ series 'The Walsh Sisters,' based on novels of Marian Keyes

RTÉ has revealed a first look at the cast of the eagerly anticipated comedy drama series "The Walsh Sisters," based on the novels of best-selling Irish author Marian Keyes. The six-part series will air on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player this autumn.  Part …

Book Review: "Serwa Boateng’s Guide to Saving the World" Proves That You Can’t Keep a Good Vampire Down

Serwa Boateng’s Guide to Saving the World is a well-crafted narrative detailing the highs and lows that one teen will go to so that her family will be whole again. Roseanne A. Brown has built on her brilliant first two books to blend an action-oriented …

‘Spring Sing’ showcases a variety of musical, dance, and poetry performances

Six student acts recently competed against each other for a $300 first place prize at LBCC’s annual Spring Sing, which featured an array of musical, dance and poetic performances.  The show opened with a play-like presentation by the PNK club, where group …

Kazakhstan Marks 95th Anniversary of Prominent Historical Novelist Anuar Alimzhanov

ASTANA – On May 12, Kazakhstan celebrates the 95th anniversary of Anuar Alimzhanov, a prominent Kazakh journalist and historical writer whose works brought to life key figures of Kazakh history, from the renowned 10th-century philosopher Abu Nasr Al-Farabi …

Talking politics - novelist and former MP Alan Johnson is one of the guests at Scarborough's Book by the Beachhe guest

A number of political experts are heading to Scarborough for this year’s Books by the Beach festival which runs from Friday June 6 to Sunday June 8. Former Labour Home Secretary Alan Johnson is making a welcome return to the coast. Alan was a Labour MP for …

Obituary: Dr Rita Rhodes (1934-2025)

Rita Rhodes, a prominent co-operative educationist, author and historian has died, aged 90.  Born on 28 December 1934 in Rayleigh, Essex, UK, Dr Rhodes was surrounded by co-operation from an early age. She studied at the Co-operative College and was …

Given up on reading? Elif Shafak on why we still need novels

A recent YouGov poll found that 40% of Britons have not read a book in the last year. “The literary era has come to an end,” Philip Roth prophesied in 2000. “The evidence is the culture, the evidence is the society, the evidence is the screen.” Roth …

A New Kind of Urgency: Families Worldwide Seek U.S. Student Protection

Young Travelers Concierge offers protection and personalized care amid rising visa denials and campus uncertainty. CLAREMONT, CA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the political climate in the United States becomes …

Communities Celebrate Reintroduction of the CDT Completion Act

The reintroduction of the Continental Divide Trail Completion Act aims to complete the CDT within ten years, boosting local economies and access to nature. GOLDEN, CO, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Small businesses, community …

Security expert Alexis Torres joins the Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute

Torres's addition to MSI² strengthens the expert council of this think tank founded by Dr. Rafael Marrero. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alexis Torres, recognized for his impeccable public safety and crime …

Gilayo Offers Scalable, Rapid Housing Solutions for Homeless Encampments in California and Beyond

Innovative Modular Steel Structures Provide Immediate Relief and Long-Term Solutions for the Homeless Crisis AUBURN, CA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As California takes bold steps to address its homeless crisis, with …

NTTRDirectory.com Launches New ‘RV Repair Shop’ Category to Serve RV Travelers Nationwide

Directory expands services to support RV and motorhome owners with dedicated repair listings across the U.S. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NTTRDirectory.com, a leading national truck and trailer repair directory, …

SAVE Commends Senate Champions of Kids Online Safety Act; Urges Swift Action to Hold Big Tech Accountable

SAVE-Suicide Awareness Voices of Education applauds re-introduction of Kids Online Safety Act BLOOMINGTON, MN, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SAVE – Suicide Awareness Voices of Education today praised U.S. Senators Richard …

FOR THE BOYS BEEF JERKY LAUNCHES NEW PACKAGING FEATURING ICONIC COWBOY-AND-DINOSAUR DESIGN

For The Boys Beef Jerky is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned packaging MIAMI BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For The Boys Beef Jerky, a small-batch brisket jerky company based in North Carolina, …

Unregulated Waters: The Legal Gaps Behind Summer’s Rising Body Count

As fatalities rise on Georgia waters, legal gaps and unregulated rentals expose families to deadly risks—and zero accountability. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As temperatures rise and crowds flock to Georgia’s …

Stand Up for Science Launches: The Summer Fight for Science

Stand Up for Science, is launching the Summer Fight for Science to combat the unprecedented attack on science by the Trump administration. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stand Up for Science, the non-profit …

Synchrocare Announces Franchising Opportunities Across the USA

Empowering Entrepreneurs to Transform Healthcare Through Innovative Franchise Opportunities CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Synchrocare LLC, a leader in the sale of innovative medical devices and solutions, is …

Todd G. Buchholz and Michael Mindlin Challenge Conventional Military Thinking: Beating China at Military Moneyball

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Raiders of the Lost Ark, Harrison Ford gets his biggest laugh when a desert assassin twirls a scimitar with menacing bravado, notes Todd Buchholz, best-selling author and renowned …

New College of Florida to Host Inaugural Sarasota-Manatee Talent Symposium

A New Regional Hub for Talent, Innovation, and Opportunity SARASOTA , FL, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On May 20, 2025, New College of Florida will launch the inaugural Sarasota-Manatee Talent Symposium—a powerful new …

WARRIOR Legacy Network and Parade Deck Partner To Transform Military to Civilian Transition

From Great Servicemembers to Great Americans – Supporting Veterans After They Hang Up the Uniform. WASHINGTO DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WARRIOR Legacy Network, a division of WARRIOR Enterprises LLC, is proud to …

FORMER STATE SENATOR DAPHNE CAMPBELL ANNOUNCES CANDIDACY FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 108

NORTH MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former State Senator Daphne Campbell, a dedicated public servant and unwavering community advocate, officially announces her candidacy for State Representative of District 108 in …

Atlanta Attorney Sentenced in Syndicated Conservation Easement Tax Scheme

A Georgia attorney was sentenced today to 16 months in prison for obstructing the IRS in connection with his participation in the promotion of abusive syndicated conservation easement tax shelters. The following is according to court documents and …

Florida Equipment Manufacturer Sentenced for Tax Evasion

A Florida man was sentenced today to 24 months in prison for evading nearly $2.4 million in taxes on income he earned from his business. The following is according to court documents and statements made in court: Roger Whitman manufactured and sold Rife …

Florida Financial Advisor Sentenced for Promoting Illegal Tax Shelter and Stealing Client Funds

A Florida financial advisor was sentenced today to eight years in prison for orchestrating a nearly decade-long scheme to promote an illegal tax shelter and to steal client funds. The following is according to court documents and statements made in court: …

California Man Sentenced for Conspiring to Smuggle Pesticides & Veterinary Drugs into the United States

Ruben Montes, of Calexico, California, was sentenced today in federal court to 16 months in prison and ordered to pay $12,710 in forfeiture for conspiring to smuggle and distribute more than $3 million worth of Mexican pesticides and veterinary drugs that …

Excelsior University Welcomes Benjamin Bryant as 2025 Commencement Speaker

The Excelsior alumnus, writer, filmmaker, and broadcaster will address graduates at the July 11 Commencement ceremony at the MVP Arena in Albany, NY. ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Emmy-nominated broadcaster, …

Jakub Leps Promoted to General Manager of Newsmatics Data Sciences

Leps to lead strategy and operations at the forefront of data innovation WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Newsmatics, a news technology company known for its suite of innovative digital media products, is proud …