Society · en

‘East of Eden’ and the Families We Choose to Forgive

The Free Press · Oct 2, 2026, 8:47 PM UTC

As Netflix brings John Steinbeck’s 1952 classic to a new generation, Free Press Book Club moderator Michele McAloon reflects on what ‘East of Eden’ teaches us about family, forgiveness, and free will.

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Society · NPR

What a Pearly King taught me about Cockney rhyming slang and East London history

In mother-of-pearl suits, the Pearly Kings used to canvass East London for charity. The most famous one, George Major, died in August.…Read original ↗

World · UN News · Official source

World News in Brief: Cycle of violence continues in Haiti, seafarer deaths off Somalia, food insecurity in the Middle East

Haitians remain in the grip of lethal gang violence as it continues to “adapt and expand”, the UN’s top rights official, Volker Türk, said on Friday.Read original ↗

Society · Time Out Worldwide

The Weeknd at National Stadium 2026: Setlist, last-minute tickets, merch store, and ultimate guide

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Society · AsiaOne

Businesses apologise after consumer watchdog uncovers fake review operation: 'We regret our conduct'

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Society · Pluang

Vanguard Ultra-Short Treasury ETF offers low co...

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Society · Global News

Veteran linebacker Pickett shines again with Argos

There's something about playing with the Toronto Argonauts that agrees with Adarius Pickett.Read original ↗