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Author of more than 30 novels, including Fado Alexandrino and The Inquisitors’ Manual, was widely seen as one of the most important voices in modern Portuguese literatureAntónio Lobo Antunes’s exhilarating novels forced Portugal to confront its darkest momentsAntónio Lobo Antunes, the Portuguese novelist whose dark, polyphonic fiction confronted the traumas of dictatorship, war and Portuguese society, has died aged 83.Widely regarded as one of the most important Portuguese writers of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, he produced more than 30 novels that reshaped Portuguese writing and made him a perennial contender for the Nobel prize for literature. He... [Continue Reading]
Greg Craven, a former vice-chancellor of Australian Catholic University, chosen after no other bids made for the tenderGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s antisemitism envoy hand-picked Greg Craven to lead her controversial university report card process after receiving no response from five firms approached during an open tender process.Documents released under freedom of information laws showed Jillian Segal’s office initially approached three independent consulting firms and two law firms to potentially conduct the assessment of Australian universities and how well they were dealing with antisemitism on campus, but all of them declined to bid on... [Continue Reading]
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Philippine lawmakers have moved two impeachment complaints against Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio a step closer to formal proceedings, advancing a case that could ultimately threaten her political future as a potential contender for the presidency in 2028. The drawn-out process also carries political risks for both camps, with some lawmakers arguing that a failed Senate conviction could ultimately strengthen Duterte-Carpio ahead of the 2028 race. The House of Representatives’ justice... [Continue Reading]
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In a surprising move just minutes before the filing deadline, U.S. Senator Steve Daines, a Republican from Montana, announced that he will not seek re-election for a third term. This decision has significant implications for the Republican Party and the political landscape in Montana as the November election approaches. Daines confirmed his resignation, stating, “It is time for new leaders like Tim Sheehy to spearhead the fight for Montana in the United States Senate.” Daines, a close ally of former President Donald Trump, has been a prominent figure in Montana politics since he successfully campaigned for the Senate seat in... [Continue Reading]
In a significant move to enhance its digital offerings, RTÉ has announced a tender valued at approximately €30 million for technical support services related to the RTÉ Player. This contract, which is set to begin from 2028, will span a duration of seven years, reflecting RTÉ's commitment to maintaining and evolving its streaming capabilities. The tender indicates that RTÉ is actively seeking expressions of interest from qualified suppliers who can provide various technology solutions and services to support the ongoing operation and enhancement of RTÉ's video streaming products. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to ensure that the... [Continue Reading]