Family pay respects to Pope

A book featuring Han Kang’s Nobel Prize lecture, titled *Light and Thread*, sold 10,000 copies within its first day online, marking her first publication in South Korea since winning the Nobel Prize in Literature last October. The 172-page book includes her Nobel lecture, banquet speech, five poems, and unpublished essays, reflecting her writing process and themes. A version in English is set for publication, while sales data indicates a significant female readership, with 73.3% of...

In October 2017, Bradley Rhoton, a 43-year-old software marketer in Boston, began experiencing a whistling sound while inhaling, leading him to seek medical help. After being diagnosed with a deviated septum and undergoing surgery that included the removal of turbinates, Rhoton faced worsening symptoms such as nasal congestion, fatigue, and anxiety, ultimately visiting 17 doctors over nearly six years before receiving a correct diagnosis and solution. He expressed disbelief at the extended struggle to find...

The fifth edition of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) is captivating fans with thrilling on-court action and vibrant off-court entertainment. Reflecting the historical bond between music and basketball, the BAL, akin to the NBA, is harnessing entertainment to foster the sport's growth and enhance Africa's creative economy. This initiative showcases basketball stars engaging in cultural ventures while artists draw inspiration from them, indicating a dynamic interplay between sports and the arts. Full Article

During a Leadership Matters event, the speaker welcomed Prime Minister Albanese and criticized the media's portrayal of political events, particularly regarding Peter Dutton. He highlighted the historical challenges both leaders face in their campaigns, noting the lack of voter enthusiasm for either party and the need for better engagement with middle Australia. The speaker emphasized that both leaders must unite the country and inspire voters, reminiscent of past leaders like Bob Hawke and Kevin Rudd,...

Summary During his visit to Moscow, Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad announced plans to enhance cooperation with Russia in agriculture and banking while removing barriers to collaboration. Iran is set to sign a $4 billion agreement with Russian companies to develop seven oil fields, as both nations deepen ties under Western sanctions, particularly since the Ukraine conflict. Additionally, discussions on supplying gas from Russia to Iran and establishing a regional gas distribution hub involving Iran,...

In July 2018, the body of commercial real estate attorney Gary Farris was found on a burn pile in Cherokee County, Georgia, leading to a homicide investigation that implicated his wife Melody and son Scott. Tensions within the family surfaced during the investigation, with Melody arrested for Gary's murder in June 2019 and later convicted in November 2024, despite her claims of innocence and accusations against Scott. Both Melody and Scott maintain their innocence, each...