Monthly Archives: November 2024
National Absurdity Day #2
Embrace the absurd and the ridiculous on November 20, National Absurdity Day. This holiday encourages people to acknowledge that absurdity is part of life.
Absurdity, which refers to the illogical, unreasonable or nonsensical has been widely studied and written about. In fiction and humor, the absurd is usually used to make a nuanced point about human behavior. Lewis Carol’s Alice in Wonderland is considered to be one of the most well-known works of absurdist literature.
Absurdist Movement
While absurdity in its many forms has been a subject of study since the time of the ancient Greeks, the absurdist movement in theater and literature came about right after the Second World War. It is thought that many writers and film makers reacted to the threat of a nuclear war by including absurdist themes in their works.
What To Do
- This holiday is an excuse for you to be as whacky as you want to be, without having to explain yourself, so go nuts! Dress up absurdly, say absurd and nonsensical things and do silly things.
- Send absurd emails and messages to family and friends.
- Read absurdist plays and literature. Some examples of absurdist authors include Václav Havel, Harold Pinter and Samuel Beckett.
National Absurdity Day
Embrace the absurd and the ridiculous on November 20, National Absurdity Day. This holiday encourages people to acknowledge that absurdity is part of life.
Absurdity, which refers to the illogical, unreasonable or nonsensical has been widely studied and written about. In fiction and humor, the absurd is usually used to make a nuanced point about human behavior. Lewis Carol’s Alice in Wonderland is considered to be one of the most well-known works of absurdist literature.
Absurdist Movement
While absurdity in its many forms has been a subject of study since the time of the ancient Greeks, the absurdist movement in theater and literature came about right after the Second World War. It is thought that many writers and film makers reacted to the threat of a nuclear war by including absurdist themes in their works.
What To Do
- This holiday is an excuse for you to be as whacky as you want to be, without having to explain yourself, so go nuts! Dress up absurdly, say absurd and nonsensical things and do silly things.
- Send absurd emails and messages to family and friends.
- Read absurdist plays and literature. Some examples of absurdist authors include Václav Havel, Harold Pinter and Samuel Beckett.
Canada-wide Warrant
Canada-wide Warrant Nathan Pomeroy, 44
Story Harvested From Saint John Police
File: 24-8676
The Saint John Police is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Nathan POMEROY who is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant.
It is reported that:
On November 19, 2024, a warrant was issued for breaching the conditions of his statutory release.
POMEROY is described as 5’8, 195lbs, brown hair, and brown eyes.
Nathan POMEROY is a 44-year-old serving a 2-year, 7-day sentence for convictions of; Assault, Failure to Attend Court, Failure to Comply with Probation Order (X14), Obstruct Public/Peace Officer, Offence Under Motor Vehicle Act – N.B., Theft Over $5000, and Theft Under $5000 (x14).
Police are warning the public to not approach the suspect. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Saint John Police Force at 1-506-648-3333, or if you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or 1-800-222-T.I.P.S.
For more news, visit Saint John Police Force | City of Saint John, New Brunswick