An unflinching portrait of a generation fighting for change in Iran, Afghanistan, and Ukraine In The Fire, acclaimed journalist Cecilia Sala takes readers on a gripping journey through some of the worlds most volatile regions, from Eastern Europe to the Middle East. Through the eyes of people like Kateryna, a Ukrainian soldier; Assim, an Iranian student at the forefront of the "Woman, Life, Freedom" protests; Nabila, a queer Muslim kickboxing champion; and Zarifa, a political activist in Afghanistan, Sala offers an intimate portrayal of those fighting for a better life. By immersing herself in their daily lives and political battles, Sala crafts a poignant narrative that captures the human dimension of some of the worlds most intense conflicts. The Fire is a testament to the courage of a generation at the forefront of global change.
The recent revelations regarding secret payments to star presenter Ryan Tubridy werent the first time Irelands national broadcaster has found itself caught up in scandal.Shane Ross, author of #1 bestsellers The Bankers and Mary Lou McDonald, winds the clock back to examine RTEs history of broadcasting excellence alongside the accusations of corruption, waste and ineptitude it has faced along the way, while also considering what the future might hold for this formerly beloved institution.