Jon Olav Fosse, a Norwegian playwright and author took the Nobel Prize in literature, which was announced today. The Nobel Prize in literature includes notable figures such as Toni Morrison, Ernest Hemingway, and Jean-Paul Sartre, who declined the prize in 1964. Jon Fosse was added to this prestigious accolade, for his “innovative plays and prose which give voice to the unsayable,” according to the Swedish Academy. Hailing from Haugesund on Norway’s west coast, Fosse was born in 1959 and spent his formative years in Strandebarm. At the age of seven, he came perilously close to losing his life in an…
Author: Stuti Kumar
Stuti Kumar
A mental health practitioner in-the-making and a writer by passion, Stuti Kumar has a lot of thoughts about a lot of different things, from the law to psychology — and is knowledgable about just as many inconsequential factoids — which she hopes to give a home to through her writing.
Amid a period marked by a series of suicides among students preparing for competitive exams in Kota, Rajasthan, known as India’s hub for test preparation, the Union Ministry of Education (MoE) issued draft guidelines to prevent student suicides. Released on Tuesday, the guidelines outline a “plan of action” which includes establishing wellness teams, providing training for teachers and family members, and responding promptly to students displaying warning signs. Named UMMEED, an acronym for Understand, Motivate, Manage, Empathize, Empower, and Develop, these guidelines are designed to act as instructions for schools to improve sensitivity, comprehension, and support when it comes to…
The Supreme Court of India is nearing the announcement of its verdict regarding a set of petitions advocating for the legal recognition of same-sex marriages in India. The bench presiding over this matter consists of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, Justice S Ravindra Bhat, Justice Hima Kohli, and Justice PS Narasimha. They commenced hearing the case on April 18 of this year, with a reserved judgment delivered on May 11. What Is Being Challenged? On January 24, 2020, Nikesh and Sonu, a homosexual couple, initiated legal proceedings in the Kerala High Court to seek recognition of their…
Five months ago, when the Writers Guild of America (WGA) initiated their strike, the Hollywood studios seemed to believe they held the upper hand. They outright ignored the majority of the demands, offering no response. They even went as far as taunting writers with anonymous threats regarding an admittedly evil plan to impoverish the writers and force them out of their homes. Additionally, they proudly talked about the financial gains they expected to achieve as entertainment companies by ceasing the production of entertainment. They confidently assured investors they possessed vast libraries of film and television content already stockpiled. One CEO…
From timeless classics like Dragon Ball Z, Naruto, and Neon Genesis Evangelion, to the latest and most trending series like Demon Slayer, Attack on Titan, and Jujutsu Kaisen, the Japan-born anime have witnessed a growing surge in popularity all over the world. In India, anime has evolved into a wellspring of both entertainment and inspiration for numerous individuals, much in part due to its intricate narratives and captivating artistic expressions. It was only a matter of time before popular media streaming sites caught wind of its increasing demand and viewership in recent years: Netflix made its debut in anime in…
