Author Arundhati Roy Speaks Out on India’s COVID-19 Problem
In a column for The Guardian, author and activist Arundhati Roy criticizes Narendra Modi’s handling of the coronavirus crisis. “The system hasn’t collapsed. The government has failed,” writes the the Booker Prize-winning Indian novelist. “Perhaps ‘failed’ is an inaccurate word, because what we are witnessing is not criminal negligence, but an outright crime against humanity.” In her column, Roy slams the Modi government for failing to anticipate COVID’s second wave and for having a general lack of understanding how to act during a pandemic. She also appeals to the international community at large. If you’re wondering how you can help, here’s a list of resources from CNN.
The Marvels Hits Theaters on November 11, 2022
Marvel has announced that its sequel to Captain Marvel, The Marvels, will be making its way to theaters on November 11, 2022. Brie Larson will reprise her role as Captain Marvel/Carol Danvers. Joining her will be Teyonah Parris, who plays Monica Rambeau, and Iman Vellani as Kamala Khan/Ms. Marvel. Iman Vellani will debut as Ms. Marvel in an upcoming Ms. Marvel Disney+ Series, set to hit the streaming platform at the end of 2021.
Watchmen and V for Vendetta Writer Alan Moore Announces Five-Volume Fantasy Epic
Two years after he announced that the was retiring from comics, Alan Moore, the author of Watchmen and V for Vendetta, has announced that he’s working on a “groundbreaking” five-volume fantasy series as well as a “momentous” collection of short stories. Moor says he is “bursting with fiction, bursting with prose,” and he’s signed a six-figure deal with Bloomsbury to publish his upcoming works. The short story collection Illuminations is planned for publication in fall 2022. The fantasy series Long London will launch in 2024.
Fund These Classroom Libraries to Show Teachers Some Appreciation
May 3rd to 7th is Teacher Appreciation Week! If you’re looking for a way to show teachers appreciation this week, consider helping to fund these classroom libraries.