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The power and freedom of poetry

At the age of 12, Juan de la Rua experienced the power of poetry. Upon hearing the poem, “The Slave,” which expresses the dream of freedom of an imprisoned slave, he understood just what a poem could convey. Juan was changed by this encounter. When Juan …

President Donald Trump repealed 11 agency rules, two of which are Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rules

Welcome to the Monday, June 9, Brew.  By: Briana Ryan Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: President Donald Trump repealed 11 agency rules, two of which are Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rules Voters in Huntington Beach, California, …

Book Review: JAWS at 50

Are you still afraid to go into the water? 50 years ago this month, the film JAWS debuted in theaters. And for generations, moviegoers have been thrilled and terrified by the fabled great white shark. Its gray fin cutting through the water. The flash of …

Nan Shepherd: Naked and Unashamed review – the poetry, prose and passion of a Scottish modernist

The title comes from a short story about two hikers on a camping trip. They decide to cast off their clothes and walk through the countryside as nature intended, only to be mistaken for poachers. The story’s combination of humour, transgression and ear for …

Poetry Corner

Precious gifts Today I sit here reflecting On this past year and my life I think about the struggles And all the good things that went right Whether the days were good or bad I can be sure of this Every day was a blessing Full of God's precious gifts …

Spy Poetry: There Was a Great Want of Civility by Julie Suarez

Editor’s Note: These days, it’s hard not to feel like the speaker in this poem. There is a great “perturbation” in the air, to use one of poet Stanley Kunitz’s favorite words. We will get through it, as we always have. In the meantime, try to get some …

Book Review: How Finland Survived Stalin

By focusing on Stalin’s decision-making processes and the geopolitical manoeuvrings that defined Soviet-Finnish relations, Kimmo Rentola provides valuable insight into a question that is very relevant for our times: under what circumstances do small states …

Women’s prize for fiction 2025: six experts review the shortlisted novels

From a longlist of 16, six novels have been shortlisted for the 2025 Women’s prize for fiction. Our experts review the finalists ahead of the announcement of the winner on June 12. The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden Penguin/Roosmarijn Broersen The …

Book review: Salvage

South Australian author Jennifer Mills has long been concerned with what the future holds and the consequences of the ways humans exploit and abuse the planet. With Salvage, her fifth novel, Mills returns to the realism that marked her first novels The …

Rediscovering Memphis’ Kenneth Beaudoin

It’s late afternoon, unseasonably warm, the final day of February 2023, and I am standing in the shadows of the Harahan Bridge on the Mississippi’s Arkansas side when Jimmy Crosthwait dials my phone. A few hours earlier, over tacos in Cooper-Young, I had …

Ali Zafar shares emotional poem for slain TikToker Sana Yousuf

Renowned singer and actor Ali Zafar has shared a heartfelt poem in memory of 17-year-old TikToker Sana Yousuf, who was tragically murdered in Islamabad recently. The incident sparked widespread outrage across the country. According to police reports, the …

A niche publisher is using Asian literature to bring Taiwan and Japan closer to Ukraine

Until the 1990s, Ukrainian and Taiwanese literature shared a similar fate on the map of world literature: rarely translated, outsiders perceived them as a literary subset of their larger neighbor, Russia and China, respectively. The situation changed …

Poetry Corner with Kwesi BISSUE: Unanimous S.C.; Unanimous Supreme Cover 

I could do all my desired things Enforce all my desirable decisions Anything, everything Through the power that empowered me To do anything Everything Under the sun Without fear of persecution Of prosecution By a future, hostile power   I could say all my …

Indigenous storyteller Chris Bose shares his poem, Counting, for National Indigenous History Month

BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Juneteenth Alphabet’ by Andrea Underwood Petifer, Illustrated by Ana Latese

c.2025, Duopress/Sourcebooks $14.99 40 pages Your parents both hate being late. It’s never bad to be where you’re supposed to be, you know: on time, ready, and eager for whatever’s next. A party, your church service, lunch at Grandma’s house, it’s …

Eleven mystery novels for your summer reading list

Open this photo in gallery:Here are some whodunits to kick off the summer.The Globe and Mail Of all the delights that warm weather brings, reading outside has got to be high on the list. And even if the days are bright, it’s a perfect time to delve into a …

Barry Childs of the Non-Profit Africa Bridge Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

FAIRPORT, NY, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Barry Childs grew up in Tanzania and subsequently lived and worked in South Africa, Swaziland, England, Germany and the US. Barry was a corporate executive for 32 years,17 years with Exxon …

Publishing Poetry Today and Tomorrow, Pt. II: Temples of What's to Come

Well, there seem to be some misconceptions. There seem to, there seem... I don’t think you understand. There seem... seemingly a misconception here. Amazon or an alternative? We either lean into our structural dependencies or lean away, but we cannot …

Journey through Sindhi literature

In my previous column (‘Who will guard the universities’, June 1), I highlighted the concerns of academics and intellectuals about the declining academic freedom at the institutes of higher education, especially in Sindh. But that does not mean all is not …

Revolutionary Garage Door Price Calculator by Firstline Garage Door Repair

Firstline's innovative calculator delivers instant cost estimates for garage doors, eliminating pricing opacity with transparent, customizable options. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Revolutionary Garage Door …

Etnyre Comes to Dixon for the 2025 Bonnel Equipment Expo

Etnyre International, a leading asphalt equipment manufacturer, will be a sponsor and showcasing their equipment at the 2025 Bonnel Equipment Expo in Dixon, IL. DIXON, IL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Asphalt contractors …

Emtel Energy USA Named a Top 67 Global Innovator for APEC 2025 Showcase in South Korea

US-based company receives key placement for electrostatic long-duration energy storage (ELDES) with solid-state, hybrid graphene supercapacitor technology ASHBURN, VA, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Emtel Energy USA is proud …

Rohde Brothers, Inc. Awarded Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade Project in Lena, WI

Expanding Support for Community Infrastructure with Advanced Mechanical, HVAC, and Controls Integration PLYMOUTH, WI, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rohde Brothers, Inc., a leading Wisconsin-based mechanical contractor known …

The Low-Maintenance Landscaping Trend Taking Over Southern New Hampshire

From Concord to Manchester, Globe Green is seeing growing demand for low-maintenance landscaping as homeowners look for practical, eco-friendly curb appeal. CONCORD, NH, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lawns are shrinking—and …

Fences for Dogs: Tampa Bay Pet Owners Choose Safe, Stylish Yard Solutions This Spring

Local company Wimauma Fencing is seeing rising demand for dog-friendly fences as Tampa Bay homeowners prioritize safety and curb appeal. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spring is in full swing, and across the Tampa Bay area, …

Sunrise Structures Brings Northern Indiana and Lower Michigan Shed Listings on ShedHub

ROCHESTER, IN, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ShedHub, an online marketplace for sheds and portable buildings, welcomes Sunrise Structures, a shed manufacturer serving Northern Indiana and Lower Michigan, as a seller on the platform. …

Rezinte Expands Remodeling Services with Innovative AI Integration

Rezinte enhances remodeling services through advanced AI technology, boosting efficiency and client engagement. MOREHEAD CITY, NC, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- **Introduction:** Rezinte, a leader in the remodeling industry, …

Easily Moved Equipment Launches Pneumatic Caster for 6600R 3 Tonne Gantry Crane

eme adds 3-tonne caster to its pneumatic lineup, enabling full load mobility for 6600R gantry cranes across rough or uneven terrain. FORT ERIE, CANADA, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Easily Moved Equipment (eme), the Lightweight Leader in …

Nominations Now Open for 2025 DBIA College of Fellows

Prestigious designation reserved for top 2% of Designated Design-Build Professionals® WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) is now accepting nominations for its 2025 …

Estate Developers LLC Expands Workforce Amidst Remodeling and Construction Growth

Estate Developers LLC seeks to hire 5-10 new employees to support its expanding remodeling and construction projects. HYATTSVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- *Introduction:** Estate Developers LLC is set to bolster its team …

DMI Roadworks Chosen Again by NCDOT: Consecutive NCSA Contract Validates Trusted Performance

Continuing a Legacy of Excellence in Asphalt Paving Across the Carolinas CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DMI Roadworks, a premier provider of asphalt paving and heavy equipment solutions serving North and South Carolina, …

Roof Lites Chicago Sets the Standard for Festive Roofline Illumination

Roof Lites Chicago redefines holiday lighting with stunning roofline displays, setting a new standard in festive illumination and seasonal décor. PARK RIDGE, IL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As holiday lighting continues to evolve …

Global Digital Twin In Construction Market Set For 17.3% Growth, Reaching $93.53 Billion By 2029

The Business Research Company's Global Digital Twin In Construction Market Set For 17.3% Growth, Reaching $93.53 Billion By 2029 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s …

Global Crypto Trading Platform Market Set For 15.1% Growth, Reaching $59.08 Billion By 2029

The Business Research Company’s Crypto Trading Platform Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Historically, the crypto trading platform …

Key Growth Driver for Digital Twin in Buildings Market 2025: Cloud-Based Platform Adoption Accelerates Expansion

The Business Research Company's Key Growth Driver for Digital Twin in Buildings Market 2025: Cloud-Based Platform Adoption Accelerates Expansion LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research …

Basement Remodeling Company Leads the Trend: Chicago Homeowners Turn to Basements as Premium Living Space

As housing prices continue to rise and urban families seek affordable ways to expand livable sq.ft, one overlooked area is taking center stage the basement. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Chicago-based company, …

Dover Chemical Corporation Releases 2024 Sustainability Report

Innovating Today for a Better Tomorrow: Providing transparency and assurance to customers, partners, and communities CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dover Chemical Corporation (Dover), a global leader in …

Patrick Lange Facilitates Sale of HVAC Business in Southern Connecticut

MADISON, FL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patrick Lange, founder of Business Modification Group and one of the HVAC industry’s leading business brokers, is pleased to announce the successful sale of a well-established HVAC …

Patrick Lange of Business Modification Group Sells San Francisco-Based HVAC Company

MADISON, FL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patrick Lange, founder of Business Modification Group and one of the nation’s leading HVAC business brokers, is proud to announce the successful sale of a well-established HVAC …