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A love letter to The Carlyle, by novelist Christopher Bollen

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. In my careless youth, I wasn’t always so well-behaved in the world’s great hotels. I climbed out of a window and traversed a three- …

Sekai Project to Release Dra-Con Café, NEKO-NIN exHeart SPIN! LOVE+PLUS Visual Novels in West in 2025

Cuteuphoria's Dra-Con Café, NEKO-NIN exHeart SPIN! fan disc both launched last November Sekai Project announced during its panel at Anime Central on Friday that it has licensed Cuteuphoria's Dra-Con Café (Dragon Girls x Concept Cafe) and Whirlpool…

Harmony High School Juniors Present “Project Hail Mary Symposium” Showcasing Science, Literature, and Imagination

Gilmer, TX – On May 15, the junior class at Harmony High School participated in a unique joint-curricular event: The Project Hail Mary Symposium, inspired by Andy Weir’s bestselling science fiction novel Project Hail Mary. The event was the culmination of …

Line-up announced for Blackburn Children's Literature Festival

Local author Christina Gabbitas, who organises the annual event, aims to again bring the joy of books and reading to children. The festival will take place from June 9 to 21 and is delivered in partnership with Blackburn with Darwen Libraries and the …

St Austell Festival of Children's Literature partners with First News for third annual festival

© St Austell Festival of Children's Literature The St Austell Festival of Children’s Literature has partnered with children’s newspaper First News for its third annual festival, running on 13th and 14th June 2025. Sign in or register below for free to …

Book review: The Players, Deborah Pike

The Players by Deborah Pike is a meandering 10-year journey of the cast and director of a student production of The Marriage of Figaro. Banned from the university’s rehearsal space for smoking, cast member Veronika convinces her parents to let the ensemble …

‘Sons of the Neon Night’ Director Juno Mak Breaks Down His Hong Kong Crime Thriller: ‘There’s a Nightmarish Poetry to It’...

During a special Hong Kong Cinema panel at Hong Kong’s pavilion in the Cannes international village, “Sons of the Neon Night,” director Juno Mak and Cannes Film Festival international consultant Michael Werner spoke to Variety’s Leo Barraclough about …

‘The Chronology of Water’ Review: Kristen Stewart’s Expansive, Evocative Work of Cinematic Poetry

Actors turning to directing is nothing new, but it’s unlikely you’ve seen a performer’s directorial debut as boldly confident and emotionally precise as Kristen Stewart’s “The Chronology of Water.”  Where other performers have stuck to what they were …

Rodrigues receives Rachel de Queiroz Poetry Award

Giant: John Lithgow’s masterful turn explores Roald Dahl’s antisemitism – and wider questions about children’s ...

Back in 2023, a bitter debate erupted over the editing of Roald Dahl’s children’s books. His publishers, Puffin Books, had worked with Dahl’s estate (now owned by Netflix) to remove references to violence, body size, mental health, gender and skin colour. …

The best recent crime novels and thrillers

Never Flinch by Stephen King (Hodder & Stoughton, £25) King’s latest brings back private detective Holly Gibney, who is consulted when the Ohio police department receives an anonymous letter stating that the writer is proposing to kill “13 innocents …

International Booker Prize 2025: a restoration of faith in world literature

Fiction in translation is flying. The past year has seen hits galore – led by Asako Yuzuki’s Polly Barton-translated Nibbie champ Butter (Fourth Estate) – along with a robust Manga sector, the ever-expanding Japanese and Korean cosy fantasy trend and a …

Cherrie Taylor and Geoffrey Winch share new poetry in Chichester

Open Mic Poetry at the New Park Centre, Jubilee Hall, Chichester on Wednesday, May 28 at 7.30pm features a pairing of two special guest poets, Cherrie Taylor and Geoffrey Winch. The writers, who both hail from Sussex and are regular contributors to the …

Book review: J. R. R. Tolkien: A very short introduction by Matthew Townend

THE twin works of John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (1892-1973), The Hobbit (1937) and The Lord of the Rings (LoTR, 1954-55), rank among the most widely read books of the 20th century in the 57 languages into which they have been translated. In this new book, …

Book review: The Bible and Farm Animal Welfare by David Grumett

THE author David Grumett is both a senior lecturer in theology and ethics at the University of Edinburgh and has also advised governments on animal welfare. This book is aimed specifically at the treatment of farm animals that are bred for their meat or by …

Book review: Unmaking Mary: Shattering the myth of perfect motherhood by Chine McDonald

GIVING birth in Aberdeenshire in the late 1970s, my mother was expected to deliver her babies in silence. Labouring for hours without pain relief, even a whimper was met with a strict telling-off, though many of the midwives had never given birth …

Book review: Theology and the Mythic Sensibility: Human myth-making and divine creativity by Andrew Shamel

IF YOU are at all acquainted with the narrative works of J. R. R. Tolkien, J. K. Rowling, or Terry Pratchett, you will have engaged with what Andrew Shamel calls mythopoetic fantasy. Furthermore, you will have been engaging with “the fictionalised myth- …

Palestinian novelist’s debut book wins Dylan Thomas Prize

The Coin – Yasmin Zaher. Yasmin Zaher photography by Willy Somma Palestinian author Yasmin Zaher has been revealed as the winner of the world’s largest and most prestigious literary prize for young writers – the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize – for …

Book Review: Race Car Kid

Race Car Kid by Gregory McNealy Genre: Juvenile Fiction / Ages 6-8 ISBN: 9798342680714 Print Length: 66 pages Reviewed by Samantha Hui Gregory McNealy’s Race Car Kid is a vibrant and heartfelt tale that explores themes of resilience, freedom, and the …

Mai Coffee Unveils First-Ever Vietnamese Coffee Pouches, Bringing 'Viet Super Coffee' To The World

Innovative brewing method delivers authentic Vietnamese Robusta coffee without specialized equipment CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While coffee innovation often revolves around high-tech gadgets and complex brewing …

Bang Bang Sushi Restaurant & Night Club in Tempe Now Closed, Contents Up For Auction

Well Known Sushi Restaurant & Nightclub, Bang Bang Tempe, Has Closed Its Doors and is Liquidating Everything Via an Online Auction on LocalAuctions.com TEMPE , AZ, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bang Bang Tempe, a popular …

Online Dispensary Area 52 Becomes First to Ship to Texas

Area 52 becomes first dispensary to ship to Texas – without a medical card – offering same day shipping for THC gummies, THCA flower, and delta 9 products. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Area 52 has announced the …

Zinglez Joins Orange County’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride as an Official Sponsor

The dating app for people who prefer real-life connections backs global cause with a local twist—style, motorcycles, and meaningful impact HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zinglez, the dating app designed …

Perfect Crust Pizza Liners Expands Portfolio To Meet National Surging Demand For Detroit Style Pizza

Perfect Crust Pizza Liners launches PFAS free rectangular liners to meet booming demand for Detroit style pizza and off premise performance. MINNETONKA, MN, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Rectangular, PFAS-Free Liners …

Launching Soon - LLENA(AI)™ Links Dollar General® Stores to personalize nutrition experience for rural communities

LLENA(AI)™ boldy expands ‘Cook It Yourself’ via Dollar General®, delivering AI-powered meal planning and grocery access to underserved rural communities. BATON ROUGE, LA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LLENA(AI)™ Health …

Global Functional Snacks Market Poised for USD 267.5 Billion Valuation by 2035, Growing at 8.2% Annually

Rising health consciousness and demand for convenient, nutrient-rich foods are driving innovation in functional snacks for immunity and wellness. ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to Fact.MR, a market research …

New York Luxury Meets Japanese Tradition: A5 Wagyu & U.S. Prime Beef Summer Dining Plan by Benjamin Steakhouse Kyoto

ATSUGI-SHI, KANAGAWA, JAPAN, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oizumi Foods Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Atsugi, Kanagawa, CEO: Kenji Oizumi, hereinafter Oizumi Foods), operator of the acclaimed New York high-end steakhouse Benjamin Steakhouse Kyoto, …

FeastFast Launches Today: Revolutionizing the Cookie Industry with Sugar-Free, Gluten-Free, and Keto-Friendly Treats

VT, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cookies have long been considered the nemesis of healthy eating, but FeastFast is here to change that. Officially launching today, May 16th, FeastFast is redefining snacking with its plant-based, non- …

RECOVERY COVEN EXPANDS ACCESS TO SOBER WITCHCRAFT WITH TIERED PRICING FOR SPIRITUAL RECOVERY

Sliding scale membership model makes this alcohol-free witchcraft-based recovery community more inclusive. DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful move toward accessibility and inclusion, The Recovery Coven, a unique …

Amar Infotech Launches New York Office to Deliver Agile IT Consulting for Startups, Retailers, and Enterprises

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amar Infotech, a global AI-driven software development and IT consulting firm in NYC, has officially launched its operations in New York City, marking a significant milestone in its …

Sharetea Launches Swirl Sensei Challenge with Karate Kid: Legends Movie Ticket* Giveaway

Limited-Edition Bubble Tea, Collectible Cups, and Online Sweepstakes Begin May 20, 2025 CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sharetea, a leading global bubble tea brand, is celebrating the theatrical release of …

Microparticulated Whey Protein Market to Hit USD 286.9 Million by 2035, Driven by Health Trends and Innovation | FMI

The Microparticulated Whey Protein market is witnessing steady growth, driven by increasing demand for high-protein, low-fat food and beverage products. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global microparticulated …

Dickey’s Barbecue Celebrates Grand Opening Sherwood Park with Free Barbecue for a Year Giveaway

Sherwood Park, Alberta, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alberta’s barbecue scene just got bolder. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, the world’s largest barbecue concept, is now open in Sherwood Park at 115 Tisbury Street, off Wye Road, and the brand is celebrating …

FDA to Host Inaugural, Independent, Scientific Expert Panel Open to Public

For Immediate Release: May 16, 2025 As part of the Trump Administration’s commitment to transform American health care and rebuild trust in public health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Commissioner Martin A. Makary, M.D., M.P.H., will lead a …

FDA Clears First Blood Test Used in Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease

For Immediate Release: May 16, 2025 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today cleared for marketing the first in vitro diagnostic device that tests blood to aid in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease. The Lumipulse G pTau217/ß-Amyloid 1-42 Plasma Ratio is …

South Asian Food Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in "Bengal King Family Pack Vegetable Singara"

COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Read Announcement Summary Company …

Coca-Cola Consolidated’s 10-for-1 Stock Split Finalized; Shares to Trade on Split-Adjusted Basis May 27, 2025

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coca‑Cola Consolidated, Inc. (NASDAQ: COKE) today announced that its 10-for-1 split of the Company’s Common Stock and Class B Common Stock has been approved by its stockholders, and shares of the Company’s …

South Asian Food Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in "Bengal King Family Pack Vegetable Singara"

COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Read Announcement Summary Company …

South Asian Food Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in "Bengal King Family Pack Vegetable Singara"

COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Read Announcement Summary Company …