Book Review: Herzog by Saul Bellow
In Herzog, Saul Bellow introduces us to Moses Elkanah Herzog, a man in crisis, isolated in his large, aging country house, feverishly composing letter after letter—never to be sent—to friends, family members, and even famous figures long dead. Through these letters, Herzog poses relentless, existential questions that reflect his deep inner turmoil and intellectual restlessness. […]
Book Review: The Mountains Sing by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai A lyrical tale of survival, resilience, and the unbreakable bonds of family
The Mountains Sing is a powerful debut novel that paints a deeply personal portrait of Vietnam’s turbulent history through the eyes of three generations of one family. Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai offers a sweeping yet intimate narrative, rooted in pain, perseverance, and the quiet strength of women. Set against the backdrop of a country torn […]
Book Review: Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson
Benjamin Stevenson’s Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone is a dazzling, sharp-witted revival of the classic murder mystery, infused with the dry humor and playful structure of a modern meta-thriller. A perfect cocktail of Conan Doyle’s deductive elegance, Agatha Christie’s airtight plotting, and the irreverent tone of Knives Out, this novel is as clever […]
Australia: High Quality of Life Backed by Strong Economic Indicators
With a population of approximately 27 million people, Australia enjoys one of the highest standards of living in the world. The country’s economic strength is reflected in its impressive GDP per capita, which stands at around 63,000 US dollars annually. This figure places Australia among the top OECD countries in terms of individual income. Australia’s […]
Paola Cortellesi’s “There’s Still Tomorrow” Finds Huge Success in China
Paola Cortellesi’s directorial debut There’s Still Tomorrow (C’è ancora domani) has achieved remarkable success in China, reflecting the acclaim it received in Italy and other international markets. Released in Chinese cinemas on March 8, 2025—coinciding with International Women’s Day—the film quickly climbed to the fourth position in the Chinese box office. In just two days, […]
Diplomatic crisis between South Africa and the United States while the EU strengthens ties with the continent
Diplomatic crisis between South Africa and the United States while the EU strengthens ties with the continent A fragile continent, global ambitions, South Africa’s double front between rupture and realignment On 14 March 2025, the US State Department declared South African ambassador Ebrahim Rasool persona non grata. The decision, confirmed in a press briefing by […]
Cyberthreats and lone offenders, Osaka expo’s security becomes a global stress test
Cyberthreats and lone offenders: osaka expo’s security becomes a global stress test Expo 2025 Osaka: security tightened across Japan amid fears of lone wolf attacks and cyber threats Tokyo, April 12, 2025 – Just two days before the opening of Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japanese authorities have activated a nationwide security plan, extending heightened alert […]
Von der Leyen divides governments: Europe’s defence is a political bomb
Europe defence Von der Leyen divides governments: Europe’s defence is a political bomb Ursula von der Leyen has accelerated the push towards a common European defence. The ReArm Europe initiative, officially presented in March 2025 alongside the strategic roadmap Prepared for 2030, marks a significant shift in the continent’s approach to security. This is not […]