The World’s First Novel Was Written By A Woman

In 11th Century Japan, a woman named Murasaki Shikibu or ‘Lady Murasaki’ (which is believed to be a nickname) wrote what is considered to be the world’s first novel. During this time in Japan, women were tradition- ally excluded from learning to write Chinese. Normally, only men wrote in Chinese, since it was a sign… Continue reading The World’s First Novel Was Written By A Woman

Phase 3 of Sask. Reopening Begins June 8

Source: Mickey Djuric, globalnews.ca, May 22, 2020 Restaurants and licensed establishments will be able to open at 50 percent capacity. Gyms, restaurants and churches are scheduled to reopen on June 8 during Phase 3 of Saskatchewan’s reopen plan. The announcement was made Thursday by Premier Scott Moe who encouraged people to support local in an… Continue reading Phase 3 of Sask. Reopening Begins June 8