12 Books to Read: The Best Reviews of August
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GameSpot - Tech
Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Review - Chopping Spree
As a high schooler in 2006, I spent many months and what little money I had renting screen time with an Xbox 360 in a mall store that had dozens of TVs and consoles available for use at hourly ...Yesterday -
GameSpot - Tech
Frostpunk 2 Review
Frostpunk 2's challenging gameplay makes for a compelling experience despite a dour and cynical view of human nature.Yesterday -
GameSpot - Tech
Frostpunk 2 Review - Drawing A Line In The Snow
In Frostpunk 2, I was responsible for a growing population of desperate people, trying to forge a new life in a world that had frozen over. One of the city's factions pleaded that I, the steward, ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
The Hill's 12:30 Report — Johnson barrels toward risky shutdown plan
Presented by Novo Nordisk — 🎤 The Trump-Swift feud's effect on the election {beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s Tuesday. There’s a partial lunar eclipse and a “supermoon” happening tonight! This could be a ...Yesterday -
ABC News - Entertainment
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Apple Books charts for week ending Sept. 16Yesterday - Apple -
GameSpot - Tech
The Plucky Squire Review - Every Trick In The Book
The Plucky Squire is a game that will rightly receive a lot of attention for its eye-catching visual gimmick, which merges the worlds of 2D and 3D art around a clever story hook. But more than just ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
12 Democrats urge quick approval for new gas exports for Ukraine
A dozen Democrats are urging the Biden administration to quickly approve new projects that can ship natural gas to Ukraine and other countries in Eastern Europe. In a new letter sent Friday but ...Yesterday - Ukraine -
The Hill - Politics
Arrests at southern border rose slightly in August
Arrests at the southern border ticked up last month for the first time since the rollout of a new Biden administration policy limiting access to asylum. The Border Patrol made about 58,000 arrests ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
FT and Schroders Business Book of the Year 2024 — the shortlist
Judges of the £30,000 annual prize select the year’s most compelling and enjoyable title2 days ago -
Wired - Tech
5 Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks (2024), Tested and Reviewed
If you want to wake up with the sun but aren't a morning person, these bedside devices can simulate a sunrise whenever you want to rouse for the day (and a sunset, too).2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Escaped capybara 'probably living her best life'
The search for Cinnamon goes on after she fled Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford on Friday.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Fall 2024 Fashion Books by Iris Apfel, Diane Keaton & More
Iris Apfel, Diane Keaton and Henri Bendel are just some of the style icons featured in the pages of this season’s most fashionable titles.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Book Review: ‘Connie: A Memoir,’ by Connie Chung
In a frank and entertaining new memoir, the TV newscaster recounts how sexism, and Dan Rather, sidelined her groundbreaking career.2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
On the fringe: Three of Edinburgh’s best bike rides
Despite the hills and cobbled streets, the Scottish capital is surprisingly cycle-friendly, with routes leading to landmarks along canal paths, old railway lines and a seaside esplanade2 days ago -
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CBS News - Top stories
The best TSA-approved luggage locks
Keep your belongings safe and secure with the best TSA-approved luggage locks of 2024.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
The 15 best Nintendo Switch games for 2024
Discover the 15 most popular Nintendo Switch games players want to receive this holiday season.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Suspect Never Took a Shot at Trump but Hid Undetected for 12 Hours
Ryan W. Routh was charged with two federal gun crimes a day after Secret Service agents fired on him as he pointed a rifle toward the golf course where former President Donald Trump was playing.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
BBC News - Top stories
Publishers try skinnier books to save money and emissions
Subtle changes to the font can make books much slimmer and lighter - saving money and CO2 emissions.2 days ago -
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ABC News - Entertainment
Book Review: Joe Posnanski scores with poignant, informative, hilarious 'Why We Love Football'
Sports writer Joe Posnanski shifts his focus from America's pastime to its most popular sport with his new book, “Why We Love Football: A History in 100 Moments."3 days ago