British celebrity chef Jamie Oliver’s children’s book “Billy And The Epic Escape” has been pulled from sale after criticism from Indigenous Australian groups for perpetuating stereotypes and tropes. The book, published earlier this year, was accused of erasing and trivializing Indigenous experiences. Oliver apologized for causing offense and the publisher, Penguin Random House, agreed to withdraw the book. The controversy highlights the trend of celebrities entering the children’s book market, with Oliver releasing his second children’s book while in Australia promoting his latest recipe book.
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Tiny Caribbean territory offers cash, plane tickets and a hotel stay to fight brain drain
St. Maarten is offering cash, plane tickets, and a hotel stay to attract professionals and students back home, with married couples receiving $2,000 and single individuals $1,100 for relocation, along with additional benefits for families. Prime Minister Luc Mercelina announced the initiative to address a shortage of skilled professionals, with incentives including salary adjustments and assistance with student loans for returning residents. The Dutch Caribbean territory aims to reduce its net migration rate of 5.7...
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