Renowned Haitian writer, painter, actor, and musician Frankétienne, known as the “father of Haitian letters,” has passed away at 88 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. A key figure in Haitian literature, he founded spiralism and wrote the first modern novel in Haitian Creole, “Dézafi.” Frankétienne was also a prolific painter, serving as Haiti’s culture minister and receiving France’s Order of Arts and Letters for his contributions to art and culture.
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A viral video shows a group of friends sneaking bar mats and a premiership flag from the Endeavour Tavern in Lancelin, capturing their antics on CCTV. Tavern owner Paul Ferguson reported that the thieves returned the items shortly after, turning a light-hearted prank into a humorous story that delighted the pub community. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreAuthorities in Northern California recovered the bodies of three hikers who drowned after jumping into Rattlesnake Falls near Lake Tahoe while hiking with a group. The Placer County Sheriff's Office suspended search operations due to adverse weather but planned to resume with better conditions; further details about the incident were not immediately available. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreLeaders of NATO are convening in The Hague for a two-day summit to address the war in Ukraine and defense spending, with US President Donald Trump attending for the first time in his second term. Discussions will also include the Israel-Iran conflict, NATO financing, and Ukraine's potential membership, emphasizing long-term support for Ukraine amid ongoing Russian aggression. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreAs Glastonbury Festival approaches, amateur weather forecaster Gavin Partridge, known as GavsWeatherVids, has gained a following with over 20,000 YouTube subscribers by providing weather updates specifically for the event. His forecasts, which have become a beloved tradition among festival-goers, help attendees prepare for varying weather conditions while encouraging them to enjoy the festival atmosphere. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreUS President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Iran and Israel amid ongoing conflict, urging both sides to adhere to the truce set to begin with Iran halting operations first. Despite the announcement, hostilities continued, with Iran striking Israel and missile attacks on a US military base in Qatar, raising international concerns about escalating violence. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, urging both...
Read moreAmgen's monthly weight loss drug MariTide demonstrated a 20% average body weight reduction in a phase 2 trial, positioning it as a potential competitor in the GLP-1 market dominated by Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly. With added benefits like improved A1c levels and cardiovascular risk factors, MariTide aims for a phase 3 trial, highlighting advancements in diabetes and weight loss treatments. Need More Context? 🔎
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