Who Is Government? by Michael Lewis review – what Doge is trying to destroy | Politics books
IT is a bit off-putting for Michael Lewis, perhaps America's most consistently successful non-fiction author, opening his new book boasting that the previous ones sold 500,000 copies. The book in question was The Fifth Risk in 2018, where Lewis responded smartly to Donald Trump's first administration with a profile of a few unknown federal employees […]
Woman books deal through Expedia, says hotel requested cancellation because rate was too ‘low’
The traveler said he received an unexpected request from the hotel after booking a room through Expedia. After finding a special deal on the travel site and receiving confirmation of purchase, the woman received a message from the hotel and wrote on sub-thread R/Travel. The woman said hotel officials requested that the room be cancelled. […]
Norwegian writer Dag Solstad dies aged 83 | Books
Doug Solstad, the towering figure of Norwegian letters, praised by literary greats around the world, passed away at the age of 83. Solstad, known for his prose, which combines existential despair, political subjects and a sense of humor from Dror, won. Norwegian Critic Literature Award Three unprecedented times. Solstad, a perennial candidate for the Nobel […]
The CIA Book Club by Charlie English review – ‘It was like fresh air’ | History books
In, I think I got a call in November 1978 from a rather spectacular British journalist who heard I was about to go to Moscow. “My Russian friend would sincerely like the latest volume of the “Grag Islands” of Solzenitine. I don't think you'll smuggle it for him? “Of course I disguised it quite subtly […]
Trump admin accuses Biden of ‘cooking the books’ on ICE arrest data
Since President Donald Trump took office, Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests have already surpassed the arrests throughout 2024, the agency said Wednesday – the Biden administration has said it is “cooking books” to that number. “We've revealed that the previous administration was cooking books on ice data,” acting ice director Todd Lyons told reporters. “They […]
Torrey Peters on life after writing a hit novel: ‘It had a very chilling effect on my writing’ | Books
aUthor Torrey Peters' mind imagined everything from the future virus that everyone transformed into a crossdress fetishist in a hairless silicone suit, but the premise of her new novel, Stag Dance, sounded too strange to her. “If I hadn't read it in the book, I wouldn't believe it,” she told me during a lengthy conversation […]
Take this week’s American Culture Quiz and test your knowledge of books, food and more
American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national characteristics, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States. This week's quiz highlights superstar singers, beloved books, timeless toys and more. Are all 8 questions correct? For lifestyle articles, please visit www.foxnews.com/lifestyle To try out more […]
Silence please: how book clubs without the chat help focus the mind | Books
ICommuting hours and sun still pass through the lush canopy of Queen Victoria Garden in Melbourne. In a cool concrete sanctuary Mpavilion – City's annual building equipment/event space/public shelter – a small group of people reading. Some bean bags have reclining and perches on the stool. Others leaned against a concrete wall with grooves, the […]
Read Across America week: Books and reading accessories to help you celebrate
Get out of reading slumps with these fiction and non-fiction books. (istock) Read Allow Allow America Week It will start on March 2nd. This week I'm focused on making kids and adults read. It took place around the birth of beloved author Dr. Seuss, and is hosting events by many schools and libraries that promote […]
‘I’ve just changed my life’: ex-biker gang member books place at the Open | Golf
Former motorcycle gang member Ryan Peak described his New Zealand open victory as a life-changing moment after the victory booked his spot at the open championship. Australia claimed a one-shot victory at the Millbrook Resort in Queenstown, shooting the final round of 66 and finishing at 23 under. Peak's victory comes after he served in […]