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Poem: In His Head are Grand Voices

Burnaby, BC, 28 April 2025, 7:00 PM In His Head are Grand Voices By Balisi-Bevilacqua In his head are grand voices that never fall still, They shout and whisper, they wound, and they will. Each word is a thunder, each whisper a blade, A symphony built on …

Poetry and flowers in celebration of May Day in Sligo

Everyone is being asked to bring a poem with them that they you love and maybe some wild flowers – any flowers – to mark the May Day tradition of bringing in flowers. “The poem can be any one you like; one that you wrote yourself, one that was written for …

Shakira Burton to defend National Poetry Slam title

Features Newsday 2 Hrs Ago Shakira Burton, the 2024 winner of the First Citizens National Poetry Slam competition. - Photo by Angelo Marcelle First Citizens National Poetry Slam champion Shakira Burton, who stunned the field in 2024 to claim the top spot …

Love poem by my mother

Love poem by my mother My parents were married on May 3rd, 1924 Mother wrote this poem a few years later: "If I could give to you one only gift To hold forever, in remembrance of me, Twould be the peace that enters in the heart When love comes there …

AOTW: Devin Freeman-Robinson ’25 on Poetry, Vulnerability, and Consciousness

You might know Devin Freeman-Robinson ’25 from his endearing Phoenix articles. As a former Campus Journal editor, he’s written on Swarthmore tropes, surviving campus hate, and the epidemiology of the Swat plague. Aside from his effortlessly humorous …

Fallen Angels And Failed Adaptations: Why It Matters To Respect Faith Narratives

(REVIEW) “Fallen,” the epic love story of a girl loved by a fallen angel, has been adapted to the screen twice since the original book was released in 2009. Its most recent adaptation to television, an eight-episode season now streaming on AMC+, suggests a …

Poetry Day Ireland 2025: Lá Binn Bealtaine by Alan Titley

For Poetry Day Ireland 2025, twelve poems have been selected following a national call out to respond to this year's theme, May Day - read Lá Binn Bealtaine by Alan Titley. Lá Binn Bealtaine Ar an taobh seo den Bhealtaine: I ndubhlán an rógheimhridh …

Poetry | May 2025

On the Rondout I find a tree to lean against; this is where I feel at ease— with roots, with buds. Beside me, the Mariner’s— full of men: throwing darts, bellowing, drinking beer. Embracing their lot. Amongst them, I think, is a man who wanted me— he’d …

Poetry Day Ireland 2025: We Carried May by Róisín Leggett Bohan

For Poetry Day Ireland 2025, twelve poems have been selected following a national call out to respond to this year's theme, May Day - read We Carried May by Róisín Leggett Bohan below. We Carried May for Ariel, resident cat of Tyrone Guthrie Centre …

Poetry Day: MAYDAY! le Gormfhlaith Ní Shíocháin Ní Bheoláin

For Poetry Day Ireland 2025, twelve poems have been selected following a national call out to respond to this year's theme, May Day - read MAYDAY! by Gormfhlaith Ní Shíocháin Ní Bheoláin below. MAYDAY! Mar tá an ship ag dul fé tá fáinne an lae ag …

Vermilion Poetry Society announces winners

Vermilion Poetry Society is pleased to announce the winners of their recent poetry-writing contest on the topic of “Kindness”.  There were several categories for submissions: grades 2-4; 5-8; and 9-12. First place winner in the grades 2-4 was Ayla Jepson …

Rep. Hank Johnson criticized for poem linking Trump deportations to Latinos at Home Depot

Rep. Hank Johnson (D-GA) is facing criticism online after reciting a poem during a House Judiciary Committee hearing Wednesday that referenced President Donald Trump and Latino day laborers outside Home Depot stores. “First, they came for the Latinos …

Fort Bend ISD trustee election won by candidates who opposed controversial book and gender policies

Ariel Worthy/Houston Public Media Fort Bend ISD Administration Building. Two candidates who expressed opposition to gender identity and book removal polices adopted by Fort Bend ISD have been elected to serve on the school board, according to …

5 past winners share writing tips for entering the CBC Poetry Prize Daphné Santos-Vieira Books -CBC Literary Prizes |22 ...

The 2025 CBC Poetry Prize is open for submissions and the winner will receive $6,000 from the Canada Council for the Arts, a two-week writing residency at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and their work will be published on CBC Books. You can submit an …

Offaly poet and songwriter to read at Poetry Day 2025 event at in Tullamore

With Poetry Day 2025 just around the corner, Anthony Sullivan will be among the writers taking part in the May 1 event at Esker Arts Centre in Tullamore. The Lusmagh native will read some of the pieces set to feature in his third collection - 'The …

Try This Mark Twain Literary Quiz

Welcome to Lit Trivia, the Book Review’s regular quiz about literary culture. This week’s installment tests your knowledge of Mark Twain, one of America’s most popular authors. In the five multiple-choice questions below, tap or click on the answer you …

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Robert Pinsky bids farewell to BU after 36 years, with a poetry party

Yes, after some 36 years teaching at Boston University, the former three-term U.S. Poet Laureate is going out in style: with a public poetry-filled retirement celebration May 1 on the 17th floor of BU’s “Jenga Building” — aka the Duan Family Center for …

Neola’s on a Mission to Support Education Policy Engagement

Neola to Present at KASBO 2025 Spring Conference in Louisville LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Neola, Inc., a trusted partner in policy development for school districts across the country, is proud to announce …

MoodRx and Silver Lining Clinics Announce Free Mental Health Screenings Available Online

Quick, confidential mental health screenings now available online for adults and seniors to promote early detection and proactive health management. DAVENPORT, FL, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MoodRx LLC and its senior- …

Beyond the Badge: First Responder Support Network (FRSN) Supports First Responders With Post-Trauma Retreats

With rising mental health needs among emergency personnel, FRSN steps up efforts to reach more departments and provide critical support. ANGWIN, CA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the nation observes National First Responder …

FL, GA, and MO Legislatures Pass Reasonable Childhood Independence Bills, Adding Protection for Kids and Parents Rights

Florida, Georgia, and Missouri Join Growing National Movement to Protect Kids’ Right to Reasonable Independence Without Criminalizing Parents NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- April is a good time for children to get …

Coast Guard Commander Recognizes TravelingWiki's Work During PA Announcement to his American Airlines Pittsburgh Flight

On May 2, 2025, US Coast Guard Aux. Div. Commander Oliveria, AA Captain, recognized TravelingWiki to his passengers en route to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During extensive …

Family-Owned Businesses Essential to American Dream, Most Trusted Businesses in the Economy, New Luntz Survey Shows

Communications Expert, Pollster Dr. Frank Luntz Surveys Voters on Family-owned Businesses, the American Dream, and Tax Fairness WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family-owned businesses are the most trusted …

Indiana’s On-Demand Pay Legislation Becomes Law

Becomes the Latest State To Create Meaningful Framework For On-Demand Pay Products, While Promoting Innovation NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today DailyPay, a worktech company and a leading provider of On-Demand …

Mayor Michelle Wu Celebrates Small Business Month

City hosting Small Business Resource Fair for businesses to learn more about existing City programs and resources on May 8   Mayor Michelle Wu and the Office of Small Business launched Small Business Month, an annual opportunity to highlight how local …

CCHF Urges State Attorneys General to Take Legal Action Against REAL ID

Formal Letters Request Injunction Against Federal Enforcement of National ID Mandate ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom (CCHF), in partnership with Stand for Health Freedom (SHF), …

ActiVote Poll Reveals Stark Partisan Divide Over Arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan

Survey Highlights Split on Whether Arrest Undermines Judicial Independence or Upholds Federal Immigration Law MA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ActiVote today released a new poll showing a sharp partisan divide over the arrest …

G20 Interfaith Forum in Cape Town, South Africa on August 10-14

Ubuntu in Action: Focus on Vulnerable Communities CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 Interfaith Forum (IF20) will hold its major 2025 Forum event from August 10-14 in Cape Town, South Africa. The gathering will …

Weiner Team Recent Op-Eds, Top Rankings, Radio-TV on Trump Fatigue, Tariff, Fentanyl, USPS Privatization, Jan 6 Pardons

Headlined by London Times Radio Interview; Opeds in Chicago Tribune, USA Today, Orlando Sentinel, West Virginia Gazette-Mail WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Weiner Team Recent Op-Eds, Radio-TV, Top Rankings on …

Commemorating the 2025 World Interfaith Harmony Week and Welcoming the African Union as a G20 Member

May 13-14, 2025 Conference on Africa’s Faith Communities in Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals, the AU Agenda 2063 and G20 South Africa’s 2025 Process ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The conference will bring …

Families Forward Opens Doors to Infants at the Child Development Center

Expanding access to affordable, high-quality childcare for local families DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Families Forward is excited to announce that the Child Development Center is now welcoming infants …

News release from Dept. of Agriculture on compost reimbursement program

           STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ʻOIHANA MAHIʻAI   JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA SHARON HURD CHAIRPERSON HAWAIʻI BOARD OF AGRICULTURE   DEAN M. MATSUKAWA DEPUTY TO THE CHAIRPERSON HAWAIʻI BOARD OF …

DCCA NEWS RELEASE: HAWAIʻI RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO REVIEW INSURANCE POLICIES IN PREPARATION FOR HURRICANE SEASON

  STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS KA ʻOIHANA PILI KĀLEPA INSURANCE DIVISION   JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA   NADINE Y. ANDO DIRECTOR KA LUNA HOʻOKELE JERRY BUMP ACTING INSURANCE COMMISSIONER …

DLNR News Release – TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF KA‘IWA RIDGE TRAIL FOR LFA TREATMENT, May 6, 2025

  STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES KA ‘OIHANA KUMUWAIWAI ‘ĀINA        JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR   DAWN CHANG CHAIRPERSON   FIRST TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF KA‘IWA RIDGE TRAIL FOR LITTLE FIRE ANT TREATMENT FOR …

California Man Sentenced to 12 Years’ Imprisonment in Connection with $17M Medicare Fraud Schemes

A California man was sentenced yesterday to 12 years in prison and three years of supervised release for his role in a years-long scheme to defraud Medicare of more than $17 million through sham hospice companies and his home health care company. According …

U.S. Attorneys for Southwestern Border Districts Charge More than 1300 Illegal Aliens with Immigration-Related Crimes ...

Since the inauguration of President Trump, the Department of Justice is playing a critical role in Operation Take back America, a nationwide initiative to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve total elimination of cartels and transnational …

Attorney General Pamela Bondi, DEA, & USAO New Mexico Announce Results of Historic Drug Bust

Today, Attorney General Pamela Bondi, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico, announced the outcome of a weeklong, multi-agency enforcement operation targeting one of the largest drug trafficking …