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Shakespeare’s Secret Masterpiece: Did the Bard Pen the King James Bible as His Greatest Prank?

Imagine a world where the greatest literary mind of all time didn’t just write Hamlet or Romeo and Juliet—but secretly crafted the King James Bible, slipping in a cheeky wink to posterity. It's a notion so audacious it feels ripped from a Shakespearean comedy: the Bard, quill in hand, pulling the wool over the eyes of kings, clergy, and history itself. But is there a shred of truth to the tantalising claim that Shakespeare’s finest work—and most devilish jest—was the Holy Book that shaped the English-speaking world? Let’s dive into this literary whodunit with a pint of scepticism and a dash of Elizabethan flair. The King James Bible, unveiled in 1611, stands as a monument of language and faith. Commissioned by King James I, it was the brainchild of a crack team of 47 scholars—learned blokes steeped in Hebrew, Greek, and Latin, tasked with forging a definitive English translation. Meanwhile, across the cobbled streets of London, William Shakespeare, born in 1564, was the toast of th...
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Heavy Gunfire Near Haiti's National Palace in Port-au-Prince


Reports from news agency EFE indicate heavy gunfire was seen near Haiti's national palace in Port-au-Prince on Friday, amidst political turmoil triggered by Prime Minister Ariel Henry's absence.

Last Sunday, Haiti declared a state of emergency due to escalated violence, prison breakouts by armed gangs, and displacement of over ten thousand people. Henry was away in Kenya, negotiating for international support to combat the country's gangs.

The United States urged Haiti's prime minister to expedite a political transition as armed groups seek his removal.

Henry, Haiti's interim leader, recently arrived in Puerto Rico. The situation remains tense as the nation grapples with instability and violence. Stay tuned for further updates.


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