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Correction by Thomas BernhardAfter suffering from severe pneumonia, the author decided to visit Hoeller in the Aurach valley. They accepted an invitation to help sort t...- King Charles: 'Please keep it down!' Queen Camilla reveals her biggest bedtime distraction, calls it 'very off-putting habit’In a heartwarming revelation, Queen Camilla discussed her shared reading moments with King Charles III, where his laughter frequently disru...
- It's not about writers you like, but about bringing high talent to the lightThe 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to Anne Carson, highlighting her contributions to poetry. This win is expected to increase i...
- Amitabh Bachchan’s father, poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan, was Cambridge University scholar, a literary icon. Superstar once said: 'His public presence is greater than mine...'Amitabh Bachchan’s father, Harivansh Rai Bachchan, was a celebrated poet who rose to fame with the publication of the poetry book Madhushal...
- (Good) poetry can hone AI-HI skill setsThe recent Nobel Prize in Literature awarded to Anne Carson highlights a pivotal truth: poetry nurtures human intelligence. It acts as a vi...
- Motivational quote of the day: 'Until the lions have their own historians, history will always glorify the hunter' - A timeless teaching on how history of world is shaped by the Nigerian novelist-poet Chinua AchebeChinua Achebe’s famous quote, “Until the lions have their own historians, the history of the hunt will always glorify the hunter,” offers a...
- Who is Anne Carson, the Canadian author who won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature?Anne Carson has received the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature for her inventive body of work. She merges classical traditions with contempora...
- This stunning UK seaside town is famous for natural beauty, rich history and incredible fossilsLyme Regis is a lovely seaside town in the UK, with a lovely coast line, rich history and important fossil discoveries. Situated between Do...
- Bestselling author of 'Kane and Abel,' Jeffrey Archer, dies at 86Jeffrey Archer: Bestselling British novelist and former politician Jeffrey Archer died peacefully at his home at the age of 86. His death o...
- Quote of the day by James Baldwin: ‘You think your pain and heartbreak is unprecedented in history. If we face these open wounds in ourselves, we can..' American writer and civil rights activist's lesson on overcoming sufferingJames Baldwin’s powerful reflection on pain and heartbreak suggests that suffering, though deeply personal, is also universal. Drawing from...
- A 1,700-year-old Egyptian tomb contains a Greek poem, protective spells, Roman coins and ancient afterlife imageryA tomb dating back 1,700 years has been uncovered in the Dakhla Oasis region of Egypt. This burial site features a Greek funerary poem, hie...
- Quote of the day by Agatha Christie: 'Love can be a very frightening thing. That is why most great love stories are tragedies...' Deep love lessons on relationships, heartbreaks, emotional strength, vulnerability and accepting life’s uncertainties by the legendary writerAgatha Christie’s quote of the day, “Love can be a very frightening thing. That is why most great love stories are tragedies,” looks at lov...
- Word of the Day: “Recitation” Meaning, origin and how to use the word in a sentenceWord of the Day: Recitation explores the meaning, origin and usage of the English noun that describes the act of saying something aloud, of...
- Quote of the day by Anton Chekhov: ‘Life does not agree with philosophy: there is no happiness that is not idleness, and only what is useless is pleasurable.’ Life lessons on enjoying simple joys in life, rejecting hustle culture from Russian literary masterWe live in a world preoccupied with productivity and success. In a culture where 24/7 hustle is celebrated and is treated as the norm, any ...
- Rabindranath Tagore’s letters to Suniti Kumar Chatterji up for auction, valued at Rs 35-60 lakhFour letters written by Rabindranath Tagore to linguist Suniti Kumar Chatterji between 1928 and 1940 will be auctioned by AstaGuru on Septe...
- 'So many adventures': Dan Aykroyd wishes Bill Murray a happy birthday with anecdote from Ghostbusters II shootingIn a social media post, Aykroyd shared a birthday wish for longtime friend Bill Murray, highlighting a fun escapade during the shooting of ...
- Quote of the Day by Harper Lee: “Things are always better in the… — Timeless lessons on hope, new beginnings, perspective, resilience and why this too shall pass by the American novelist known for her deep insights on childhood and moralityQuote of the Day by Harper Lee: Harper Lee’s quote, “Things are always better in the morning.” explores the importance of hope, patience, a...
- Quote of the Day by Leo Tolstoy: “If you’re not enjoying your work, you should… — Leo Tolstoy’s famous quote offers two ways to find work satisfactionQuote of the Day by Leo Tolstoy: Leo Tolstoy’s quote, “If you’re not enjoying your work, you should either change your attitude, or change ...
- Quote of the day by Javier Marías: 'We don't object to our date of birth, so why object to...' - Spanish author's powerful lesson on accepting life's uncertaintyJavier Marías, an esteemed Spanish author, delved into the complexities of existence with an unmistakable prose style. His literary contrib...
- Quote of the day by Voltaire: ‘Fools have a habit of believing that everything written by a famous author is admirable’ – French philosopher’s lesson on trusting your own tasteVoltaire, a key figure of the Enlightenment, inspired his readers to critically evaluate norms and beliefs. His character Pococurante exemp...
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