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Politics: Donald Trump continues to evade legal consequences

Slate

This week, Emily Bazelon and David Plotz are joined by Juliette Kayyem and discuss the status of the Jack Smith reports and Donald Trump’s legal troubles; Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk’s continued cozying up to Trump; and the horrific wildfires raging in Los Angeles. Sheera Frenkel and Mike Isaac for The New York Times: Mark Zuckerberg’s Political Evolution, From Apologies …

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Amal Allana about her father Ebrahim Alkazi and his love for theatre

The Hindu

As the daughter of legendary theatre personality and visual arts promoter Ebrahim Alkazi, Amal Allana grew up in a culturally-rich environment. This began at home with my mother and us two children, who became his personal students.” A theatre director with over 60 stage productions and former chairperson of the National School Of Drama, New Delhi, Amal released her father’s …

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2 days, 16 hours ago

Mark Zuckerberg: Why Meta’s moderation overhaul is a pro-Trump pivot.

Slate

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. The company is also rolling back guardrails on permissible discourse around hot-button topics like “immigration and gender” in ways that will supposedly align more with the “mainstream discourse.” Content-moderation filters will be tweaked to remove less harmful speech and …

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3 days, 19 hours ago

What would Bonhoeffer do? Anti-Nazi pastor’s legacy claimed, debated across political spectrum

Associated Press

Shortly before he was hanged by the Nazis in 1945 at age 39, Dietrich Bonhoeffer reportedly told a fellow prisoner: “This is the end — for me the beginning of life.” It was – more than he knew. “The desire to harness Bonhoeffer’s moral capital for partisan ends has intensified as knowledge of his life and witness has expanded, and …

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Books of the month

The Independent

This year promises to be another exciting outing for fiction, including February’s publication of We Do Not Part, the first novel by South Korean author Han Kang since she won the Nobel Prize for literature in October. Airey’s novel, a biography of James Dean and a groundbreaking new study of racism by Keon West are reviewed in full below. Biography …

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1 week ago

Start your 2025 reading list: 10 books we’re looking forward to this year

LA Times

Among the most anticipated books releasing this year is “We Tell Ourselves Stories,” writer Alissa Wilkinson’s cultural biography of Joan Didion. “Miracles and Wonder,” by Elaine Pagels: A preeminent religious scholar asks one of history’s key questions: How did an impoverished young Jewish man inspire a religion that shaped the world? “When you look at him as a writer,” Fehrman …

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Politics: The legacy and life of president Jimmy Carter.

Slate

This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the presidency and post-presidential life of Jimmy Carter; the infighting of Elon Musk v. MAGA; and the possibilities of citizens’ assemblies with The New Yorker’s Nick Romeo. Here are some notes and references from this week’s show: John Dickerson for CBS Mornings: John Dickerson on Jimmy Carter’s legacy and a …

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INTERVIEW | Gauri Lankesh Rejected the Framework of a Neutral Journalist: Rollo Romig

The Hindu

Published : Dec 31, 2024 12:00 IST - 10 MINS READ Rollo Romig, American journalist, essayist, and critic, works for Solutions Journalism Network and writes for The New York Times Magazine. His first book, I Am on the Hit List: Murder and Myth-making in South India, takes its title from the late activist and journalist Gauri Lankesh’s own darkly prescient …

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Royal expert explains why Americans ‘dislike’ Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, ‘They hate that…’

Hindustan Times

A royal expert has explained why she believes Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have lost favorability in the United States. Royal expert explains why Americans ‘dislike’ Prince Harry and Meghan Markle “They hate that they let the Queen down,” Seward added. ‘To Di For Daily’ podcast host Kinsey Schofield, another royal expert, told the outlet that president-elect Donald Trump’s son, …

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Donald Trump's second state visit to the UK is Keir Starmer's latest bid to woo the US President - but may prove awkward for Foreign Secretary David Lammy

Daily Mail

Donald Trump's second state visit to the UK could be Keir Starmer's latest bid to win over the US President, reports say. Meanwhile, the majority of Sir Keir's cabinet ministers, including Foreign Secretary David Lammy, have issued strong criticisms and personal insults towards Trump in the past, making efforts more difficult. Donald Trump and Queen Elizabeth II attend a State …

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2 weeks ago

Puttin' on the Glitz! Taylor Swift inspires fans with her glittering outfits as interest in sequinned dresses surges during superstar singer's UK leg of worldwide Eras tour

Daily Mail

Taylor Swift’s Era’s tour sparked a 357 per cent spike in searches for sequined dresses, statistics reveal. This included department store John Lewis reporting the massive surge for sparkly sequined night dresses between June 7 and June 22 which coincided with the first leg of Swift’s tour. Swift’s ‘Swifties’, the affectionate nickname for her fans, also caused a 98 per …

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Brother of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has died at 60

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The younger brother of British …

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Brother of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has died at 60

Associated Press

LONDON — The younger brother of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has died after suffering from cancer, Downing Street said in a statement Friday. The prime minister, who is 62, paid tribute to his brother, Nick Starmer, whom he described as a “wonderful man.” “He met all the challenges life threw at him with courage and good humor,” he said. …

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AMOEBA: Celebrating the Journey of Telugu Entrepreneur Motaparti Siva Rama Vara Prasad

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: The extraordinary story of Motaparti Siva Rama Vara Prasad, a trailblazing entrepreneur who reshaped the corporate landscape of African nations, has been immortalized in the biography “AMOEBA”, penned by renowned author Yandamuri Veerendranath. Esteemed personalities, including Dr. Jayaprakash Narayana, graced the occasion along with representatives of Nava Sahithi Book House, the book’s publisher. Dr. Jayaprakash Narayana, while addressing the …

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Desi Bouterse, a dictator convicted of murder who twice ruled Suriname, has died at 79

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Desi Bouterse, a military strongman …

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Desi Bouterse, a dictator convicted of murder who twice ruled Suriname, has died at 79

Associated Press

PARAMARIBO, Suriname — Desi Bouterse, a military strongman who led a 1980 coup in the former Dutch colony of Suriname then returned to power by election three decades later despite charges of drug smuggling and murder, has died. Suriname’s President Chan Santokhi on Wednesday reflected on Bouterse’s outsized legacy in a message of condolences to his family and called on …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Why Santa Claus only wears red and white suit? Know the surprising history behind his iconic look

Hindustan Times

Have you ever wondered why Santa Claus, the beloved gift-giving figure, is always dressed in red and white? Over the years, Santa's outfit has been shaped by various influences, with one of the most significant being St. Nicholas, the historical figure who often wore red robes and inspired the modern-day Santa. Let's explore how the image of Santa Claus in …

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Desi Bouterse, Suriname’s fugitive former president, dies at 79

Al Jazeera

Government extends condolences for death of Bouterse, ex-leader convicted for role in 1982 killing of activists. Desi Bouterse, the former president of Suriname who fled authorities to avoid jail after his conviction over the murder of activists in the 1980s, has died at age 79, the government says. “In anticipation of more detailed and definitive information from official channels, we …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Happy birthday, Tianjin. We know exactly when it was

China Daily

More than 50 foreign business executives, experts and students participated in the "Exploring Tianjin" international cultural exchange event to commemorate the city's 620th birthday on Monday. The event, hosted at Zhongshuge Bookstore, was organized by the Tianjin Information Office and received support from the Publicity Department of Hebei district and the China Daily Business Development Center. Yang Cheng, the China …

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Babasaheb Ambedkar Would Have Called Out Hypocrisy of Both BJP & Opposition

The Quint

“I am of opinion that in believing that we are a nation, we are cherishing a great delusion. For then only we shall realise the necessity of becoming a nation and seriously think of ways and means of realising the goal.” The other dire prediction by Ambedkar that has huge contemporary relevance was about the danger of hero-worshipping political leaders. …

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Conspiracy theorists falsely identify NYC subway victim as 'Amelia Carter', who is she?

Hindustan Times

As NYC subway horror has drawn massive attention of netizens, with many blasting Democrats for the surge in crime in the city, a post falsely claiming the identity of victim has gone viral on social media. On the NYC subway, a woman was burned alive early on December 22.She was declared dead at the spot. While police are yet to …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Rafi@100: Colossus who looms over Hindi music to this day

Hindustan Times

Looking back at Mohammed Rafi’s legacy, in an age of autotune, AI and meme culture, one cannot help but marvel at the era he belonged to, of poet-musicians and timeless classics, songs we can all still hum today, and a voice that can’t be forgotten. “We all know of songs picturised on lesser-known or expressionless actors that achieved success thanks …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Pretty awkward exchange’: Prince Harry-Meghan Markle’s feud with David and Victoria Beckham; what went wrong?

Live Mint

Once close friends, David and Victoria Beckham and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are now reportedly estranged due to several incidents that strained their relationship, as revealed by celebrity biographer Tom Bower. David Beckham publicly admired Prince Harry and Prince William, calling them a credit to their family and late mother, Princess Diana. According to Bower’s 2024 biography House of …

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From the India Today archives (2003) | Heir styling in Indian politics

India Today

Pop psychologists would call it the colonial conundrum; the inherent, almost instinctive, desire among former British colonies of south Asia to opt for dynastic rule as a substitute for royalty. Jawaharlal Nehru, very much kingmaker if not king, his daughter Indira Gandhi, the imperious queen, and even Rajiv Gandhi’s reign drew constant parallels with Camelot till things went sour. Excerpts …

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Politics: Donald Trump continues to evade legal consequences

Amal Allana about her father Ebrahim Alkazi and his love for theatre

Mark Zuckerberg: Why Meta’s moderation overhaul is a pro-Trump pivot.

What would Bonhoeffer do? Anti-Nazi pastor’s legacy claimed, debated across political spectrum

Books of the month

Start your 2025 reading list: 10 books we’re looking forward to this year

Politics: The legacy and life of president Jimmy Carter.

INTERVIEW | Gauri Lankesh Rejected the Framework of a Neutral Journalist: Rollo Romig

Royal expert explains why Americans ‘dislike’ Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, ‘They hate that…’

Donald Trump's second state visit to the UK is Keir Starmer's latest bid to woo the US President - but may prove awkward for Foreign Secretary David Lammy

Puttin' on the Glitz! Taylor Swift inspires fans with her glittering outfits as interest in sequinned dresses surges during superstar singer's UK leg of worldwide Eras tour

Brother of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has died at 60

Brother of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has died at 60

AMOEBA: Celebrating the Journey of Telugu Entrepreneur Motaparti Siva Rama Vara Prasad

Desi Bouterse, a dictator convicted of murder who twice ruled Suriname, has died at 79

Desi Bouterse, a dictator convicted of murder who twice ruled Suriname, has died at 79

Why Santa Claus only wears red and white suit? Know the surprising history behind his iconic look

Desi Bouterse, Suriname’s fugitive former president, dies at 79

Happy birthday, Tianjin. We know exactly when it was

Babasaheb Ambedkar Would Have Called Out Hypocrisy of Both BJP & Opposition

Conspiracy theorists falsely identify NYC subway victim as 'Amelia Carter', who is she?

Rafi@100: Colossus who looms over Hindi music to this day

‘Pretty awkward exchange’: Prince Harry-Meghan Markle’s feud with David and Victoria Beckham; what went wrong?

From the India Today archives (2003) | Heir styling in Indian politics