As a kid I read the full series of Tintin stories. I'm still a fan of Tintin. Today I learnt from TIMESONLINE about Dalai Lama honoring this brave hero. This is just wonderful news.

The award honours individuals and institutions that have made a significant contribution to the public’s understanding of Tibet. Hergé’s Tintin in Tibet, published in 1959, is the 20th in the classic series, and was said to be Hergé’s favourite.
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