
‘Taiwan Travelogue’ wins the 2026 International Booker Prize
The novel is the first work translated from Mandarin Chinese to win the award, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.
FRIDAY, 29 MAY 2026, 19:43

The novel is the first work translated from Mandarin Chinese to win the award, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.

Authorities say the teenage suspects shared a “broad hatred” of multiple religions and racial groups.

Among Bruel’s latest accusers is well-known TV and radio presenter Flavie Flament, who alleges he raped her in 1991.
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Police say a 25-year-old man is suspected of killing his parents and injuring four others in southern Spain.

The Kremlin has said Putin and Xi plan to discuss economic cooperation between the two countries, but also “key international and regional issues.”

President Donald Trump says he is holding off on a military strike on Iran planned for Tuesday because “serious negotiations” are underway to end the war.

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An investigation found that 177 human specimens from dozens of bodies were secretly kept by a museum.

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In Afghanistan today, a staggering three in four people cannot meet their basic needs.

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A medical group says an American doctor tested positive after being exposed while treating patients.

The settlement will go towards individuals who allege they were subjected to unfair investigations.