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Satellite images reveal Iran is converting Lot 41 at Behesht-e Zahra cemetery into a parking lot, likely covering remains of political dissidents and opponents. Officials acknowledge the plan but offer no details about those buried there. This follows a pattern of graveyard destruction linked to concealment and repression, with international concern mounting.
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Canadian-born author David Szalay has won the Booker Prize for his novel 'Flesh,' which explores themes of class, migration, and masculinity through the life of a struggling immigrant in London. The award was announced in London, with Szalay beating five other finalists from diverse backgrounds. The novel was praised for its spare prose and innovative use of white space, and the win boosts Szalay's profile and book sales.
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Salman Rushdie received a peace literature award in Ohio, honoring his work promoting peace through writing. The 78-year-old author, known for 'The Satanic Verses,' was attacked in 2022 and blinded in one eye. The award recognizes his efforts to foster understanding amid ongoing conflicts worldwide.