Publishing Briefs: Ed Sheeran Co-Writer Amy Wadge Joins Concord, Plus Kobalt Signs Disco Neil

English singer-songwriter Amy Wadge, known for her longtime collaboration with Ed Sheeran and hits for Camila Cabello and others, signed a new global publishing deal with Concord Music Publishing. The partnership covers Wadge’s most recent songs,...

Book "Kyrgyz" to be presented in French in Paris

11:56, 18 September 2025, Bishkek - 24.kg news agency , by Anvar ABDULLAEV 11:56, 18 September 2025, Bishkek - 24.kg news agency , by Anvar ABDULLAEV UNESCO headquarters in Paris will host the opening of the first international conference «Chingiz...

Gratis visa: How can Indian students now study in Germany without paying visa fee?

Indian students can now study or participate in short-term programs in Germany without visa fees, as both countries have signed an agreement on gratis visa, which aims to enhance educational exchanges and remove financial barriers for aspiring...

Conrad Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Germany with the Opening of Conrad Hamburg

Today, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announces the highly anticipated opening of Conrad Hamburg, marking the brand's debut in Germany. Featuring 283 exquisite guest rooms and suites, the hotel is housed within the historic Levantehaus, a renowned Art Nouveau...

As Gaza war continues, an Israeli author dissents in print

At first it felt barbaric to be writing a book after October 7, 2023, Israeli author Ayelet Gundar-Goshen said, "especially while we have the hostages kept there, away from their families in Israel, and destruction going on in Gaza — and you will...

Defiant Thinking: Chimamanda to receive Felix Jud Prize in Germany

World-acclaimed novelist, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, is scheduled to receive the inaugural Felix Jud Prize for Defiant Thinking in recognition of her literary achievements and commitment to equality and human rights. The award ceremony will take...

Boris Becker serves up stories on prison, Mallorca estate and second chances in new book

Tennis legend Boris Becker was released from a UK prison in time for Christmas 2022 after serving less than half of his sentence for tax evasion. Three-time Wimbledon champion Becker was jailed for two-and-a-half years for hiding £2.5million worth...

JMIR Publications Announces that Witten/Herdecke University Joins Flat-Fee Unlimited OA Publishing Partnership through ZBMed

Newswise — (Toronto, September 18, 2025) JMIR Publications, the leading open-access digital health research publisher, and ZB Med, Germany’s national infrastructure and research hub for data and information in the life sciences, are pleased to...

This weekend: See Colin Jost, go to library book sale, listen to jazz

It’s almost the autumn equinox, and this weekend, Bloomington is full of events to help you take advantage of the summer-fall cusp. From four full days of Oktoberfest celebrations to outdoor swing concerts to a chance to stock your bookshelf ahead...

The Traitors Circle by Jonathan Freedland review – a propulsive story of German resistance

On 10 September 1943, a loose group of well-connected friends met in a small apartment in the Charlottenberg area of Berlin. The host was Elisabeth von Thadden and the nominal reason for the get-together was her younger sister’s 50th birthday....

Discover Asia's Leading Children's Book Fair - CCBF 2025, Shanghai · November 14-16, 2025

SHANGHAI, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 18 September 2025 - The 12th edition of the China Shanghai International Children's Book Fair (CCBF) will take place from November 14-16, 2025, in Shanghai at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition &...

Germany faces ruin without reform of welfare state, warns economist

Germany is heading for significant job losses and a “massive” rise in old age poverty unless it can curb the runaway costs of its pensions system, according to one of the government’s economic advisers. The ruling coalition is locked in a tetchy...

German collection society GEMA to cut ‘on-demand music distribution’ commission to 7% by 2027; expects move to boost annual payouts by $7m

Germany’s performance rights organization, GEMA, plans to reduce its commission on all “on-demand music distribution” to 7% from 10% by 2027, a move that is expected to increase annual payouts to music creators by more than EUR €6 million (USD $7...

IHG Europe Minimum 23.5% Off Fall Flash Sale For Stays September 20 – June 30, 2026 (Book By September 23)

IHG has now launched its traditional Europe Fall Flash Sale that is valid for stays between September 20 and June 30, 2026. The discount is a minimum 15% off, and IHG One Rewards members get an additional 10% off, bringing the minimum member...

The best Christmas markets in Europe to book now for a festive weekend break: Dates, prices and exactly what to see and do revealed by the Daily Mail's travel experts

Is there any better way to embrace the festive feeling than heading to a Christmas market? When you’re roaming rows of stalls, braving the ice rink and, let's be honest, downing a few cups of mulled wine (it’s for warmth, we promise), it’s easy to...

From colonization to now: New book reexamines how Latin America shaped the US – and beyond

Here in Texas, it goes without saying that our history is tightly bound up with Latin America – particularly with our neighbor Mexico to the south. But in telling the origin story of the United States as a whole, that relationship isn’t always as...

Vodafone's Jörg Frankemölle on Offering Germany's First '5G Slice' Plans

Vodafone has unveiled Germany’s first standardized tariffs for 5G network slicing, marking a major leap in how companies can access guaranteed connectivity on demand. The new plans — Campus Flex Exclusive and Campus Flex Starter — are designed to...

German grammar tips: Talk about the past, present and future with just two tenses

When it comes to talking about time, German can be a lot more straightforward than English. Here’s how you can talk about the past, present and future with just two tenses. German grammar comes with a fearsome reputation. It starts with Der, Die...

Jonathan Freedland uncovers Germany's overlooked Nazi-resisting aristocrats

At the heart of 'The Traitors Circle' is the British Jewish author's fascination with the 'needless moral good' that motivated members of German high society to resist Nazism in ways both big and small. Though he understands the temptation to draw...

Adele ‘signs multi-million pound book deal and in talks for world tour'

Adele is finally set to tell her story after reportedly agreeing a multi-million pound publishing deal for her first autobiography. The 37-year-old star, whose near-20-year career has earned her 16 Grammys, 12 BRIT Awards, an Oscar, an Emmy and a...