Sonallah Ibrahim, Egyptian Novelist of Irony and Dissent, Dies at 88
Starting with “That Smell” in 1966, he wrote with stark power about themes of repression in the Egyptian police state.
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Anisimova eyes U.S. Open glory
LONDON: Amanda Anisimova, who has made an inspiring return to tennis since taking a mental health break in 2023, may have been on the wrong side of a lopsided Wimbledon final last month but expects that will only make her stronger for the U.S. Open.The American made waves on the WTA Tour as a teenage … Read more
Funding cuts threaten UN Rohingya evidence probe
Millions of dollars of funding cuts from donors and UN cost-cutting could hamper evidence gathering and undermine efforts to seek justice for Rohingya who fled Myanmar, the head of a UN investigation told Reuters. Nicholas Koumjian, head of The Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar, said he fears that the scale-back of its work will hurt … Read more
4 Ways Healthy Heart Habits Benefit Your Whole Body
A new review shows that the benefits of cardiovascular health extend from head to toe.
‘Ne Zha II’ Review: A Captivating Demon Hero
This ambitious sequel serves as a testament to the level of artistry in the Chinese animation industry right now.
Cracker Barrel’s New Modern Logo and Aesthetic Become a Political Rorschach Test
[Nostalgic fans of the interstate staple lament the loss of its country kitsch, while some conservatives blamed wokeness for the sleek redesign.
DG ISPR dismisses reports of Field Marshal Munir’s ‘apology’ remarks
ISLAMABAD: Military spokesperson Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry on Thursday refuted media reports attributing apology remarks to Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir. Speaking to journalists in Islamabad, the DG ISPR said that journalist Sohail Warraich’s article was based on an event held in Brussels, … Read more
Israel’s Operation to Take Control of Gaza City Looms. Where Does It Stand?
The Israeli government is expanding its operation in Gaza, despite its generals’ advice and as it deliberates on a new cease-fire proposal.
Four women to watch beyond the favorites
LONDON: The U.S. Open begins on Sunday with the spotlight on the big names, but several other contenders could just as easily steal the headlines at Flushing Meadows. JESSICA PEGULA (UNITED STATES)World ranking: 4Last year’s U.S. Open runner-up will be eager to go one better but a shock French Open loss to wildcard Lois Boisson … Read more
When the C.E.O. Retires but Won’t Go Away
[Target is the latest company to keep a replaced chief executive around as an “executive chairman.” Does having two top dogs make sense?
