Shida Bazyar's novel "Die Lücken" secured the Deutscher Buchpreis, a victory many anticipated. However, the laureate's acceptance speech offered a genuine surprise. The jury, represented by Maha El Hissy, described Bazyar's work as a novel that "redefines the 'Heimatroman'" (a genre focuse
Spain's major union confederations, CCOO and UGT, have announced a general strike due to the housing crisis. The one-day work stoppage is set to occur before the parliamentary elections scheduled for November 29th. The unions will announce a specific date later. On the plat
The co-pilot of a Flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv reportedly intended to deliberately crash the aircraft into Ben Gurion Airport. This information comes from US broadcasters like ABC News and CNN, citing American and Israeli sources. Investigations by the United Ar
A night in Prague. Tomáš, a journalist and author in his sixties, wanders through Malá Strana below the castle. He carries the weight of personal tragedies, their impact softened only by the alcohol he regularly consumes. Seeking another drink, he enters the pub “The Duke of Burgundy,” where t
Turkey and Pakistan have decided to send troops to Saudi Arabia in response to attacks by the pro-Iranian Houthi militia from Yemen. The announcement followed an emergency meeting of the so-called Mecca Defense Alliance in Riyadh. The deployment will adhere to the national laws of
Moderator Annika Lau describes the challenges her son faces due to ADHD. Simple daily tasks like washing hands, dressing, and eating breakfast become difficult. Lau shares how the condition shapes their family's routine and a surprising method she uses: gargling with water. Original Context
Original Title: Merz-Besuch in Kiew: Vor der Trümmerkulisse richtet Merz eine Forderung an Putin Original Teaser: Russia escalates attacks on the Ukrainian capital even during Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit. He states: "We will persevere, and I personally will persevere." Content:
Christoph Waltz is a global star and a two-time Oscar winner. His unpredictable presence imbues even supporting characters with immense power. He is now turning seventy. You might find yourself seated next to Christoph Waltz at a Los Angeles garden party, where he casually pours more red
Three years after the Hamas attack on Israel, literature from Hebrew-speaking authors is finding it difficult to gain international traction. The Frankfurt Book Fair in 2026 falls close to the anniversary of the October 7th events, a period marked by significant literary output concerning the c
President Donald Trump has released Republican Senator Tom Cotton's phone number amidst the dispute over making Daylight Saving Time permanent. Trump stated on Truth Social that Cotton, a friend, is blocking a "very important" bill: the "Sunshine Protection Act," which would end the twice-yearl
Heidi Klum, 53, attended Paris Fashion Week with her youngest daughter, Lou Sulola Samuel, for the first time. They went together to the Vivienne Westwood fashion show. Klum told "Vogue" that the outing was a "small, early birthday present" for the teenager, who turns 17 on October 9. Two
Waste, traffic jams, and endless construction: the "Island of the Gods" is grappling with the consequences of mass tourism. Opposition is mounting. At Canggu beach, a small crowd has gathered near a temple building, not for prayer, but with white and yellow bags