UN probes torture claims against poet in Lebanon
The United Nations has launched an urgent investigation into the alleged torture of Egyptian-Turkish poet Galal El-Behairy during his detention in Lebanon, raising serious human rights concerns.
The United Nations has launched an urgent investigation into the alleged torture of Egyptian-Turkish poet Galal El-Behairy during his detention in Lebanon, raising serious human rights concerns.
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Friends and fellow poets share heartfelt memories of Brian Patten, the celebrated Liverpool poet whose work captured hearts across generations and defined an era of British poetry.
Tributes pour in for Brian Patten, the celebrated Liverpool poet and co-founder of the 1960s literary movement whose work captured hearts across generations.
The literary world mourns Brian Patten, celebrated Liverpool poet and co-founder of the 1960s poetry movement, who passed away peacefully at 79, leaving behind a profound legacy in British literature.
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Irish actor Colin Farrell left viewers in stitches after an expletive slipped out during a live television interview with Margot Robbie, creating a wildly unscripted and viral moment.
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