Tag: Writers

Our writers give their verdicts

How did Joe Biden and Donald Trump perform in the first US presidential debate of the 2024 election season? Our writers give their views on the debate. Now I’m certain: Donald Trump will win in November. Joe Biden called for a summer debate to remind voters of Trump’s extremism. Instead he showcased his own senility. […]

Grand Forks writers win awards at national event

Jun. 25—GRAND FORKS — Three Grand Forks women won awards during a recent writers’ conference in Missouri. The National Federation of Press Women conference awards banqeut was held Saturday, June 22, in St. Louis, at which contest winners were recognized. Amanda Kosior, of Grand Forks-based JLG Architects, won a first place award and two seconds. […]

German branch of writers’ association PEN bans far-right AfD members

The German branch of the writers’ association PEN does not want any members of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) in its ranks and has passed a resolution to that effect. The resolution prohibiting simultaneous membership of the party and the writers’ association was passed unanimously at a general meeting in the northern port city […]

‘Sesame Street’ writers set new contract, avert strike

Writers at Sesame Workshop reached a five-year agreement with the production company behind “Sesame Street,” averting the possibility of picket lines popping up in the show’s friendly neighborhood. The Writers Guild of America confirmed the deal late Friday. The group of 35 writers employed by the nonprofit organization voted unanimously to support a strike authorization […]

Writers for Sesame Street producer approve strike if ‘fair’ deal is not reached

Writers for Sesame Workshop, the producer of children’s TV show Sesame Street, have unanimously voted to support a strike if a fair contract is not reached. A group of writers began bargaining negotiations on February 13th, requesting industry standard annual raises, improvements to residuals, and union coverage for Sesame Workshop’s animation and social media segments. […]

A skin care-obsessed shopping writer’s honest review

I’ll admit: I’m not a fan of lipstick. The formulas often dry out my already-parched mouth, and because I’m not great at applying it, I usually end up resembling a toddler who got into their mom’s makeup bag. That said, I’m obsessive when it comes to skin care — especially sunscreen. Yes, it’s important year-round. […]