In a certain country.
In a household.
"Mom, come quickly!"
"What's the matter, Tom?"
"The winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature has been tripped by someone!"
"Tom, children shouldn't tell lies."
"It's true, Mom!"
"Impossible, this is broadcast live around the world."
"I swear it happened! Come and see, quick!"
"What?"
Similar scenes were playing out around the world.