14 Best Soundbars We've Tested and Reviewed (2025): Sonos, Sony, Bose

Every television deserves a row of speakers to call its own. These are our favorite soundbars.

Wired - Mar. 10

Bipartisan pair of senators reintroduce bill to expand fentanyl testing in hospitals

The bill from Sens. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., and Jim Banks, R-Ind., is called “Tyler’s Law,” named after a California teenager who died following a fentanyl overdose.

NBC News - Mar. 11

Eye test: Hundreds of logos dotting Big 12 court

Having hundreds of XII logos emblazoned sideline to sideline on the basketball court being used for the Big 12 tournament has become a polarizing topic.

ESPN - Mar. 11

Man City in Brighton test as Arsenal face Chelsea clash

Manchester City face a crucial clash with Brighton as the pressure mounts in the race to finish in the Premier League's top four.Having finished as runners-up to Manchester City in 2023 and 2024, ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Serbia's capital Belgrade on edge ahead of a major rally testing the ruling populists

Serbia’s capital Belgrade is on edge ahead of a major rally this weekend with populist authorities of President Aleksandar Vucic ramping up efforts to dissuade people from attending

ABC News - Mar. 14

Rory McIlroy relishing tougher test as storms head for Players Championship

Northern Irishman two off lead after improved driving Tommy Fleetwood in contention with second-round 66 It looks as if the world’s best golfers should have enjoyed this while it lasted. If ...

The Guardian - Mar. 14

F1 2025 season: Calendar, driver lineups, sprints and testing

The 2025 Formula One season is under way, with qualifying for this weekend’s Australian Grand Prix completed. Lando Norris took pole ahead of McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri. Defending champion Max ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15

Georgia winger Akaki Tabutsadze reaches 50 tries in test rugby

Georgia winger Akaki Tabutsadze became the seventh man in international rugby history to score 50 tries after bagging three in the Rugby Europe Championship final on Sunday. Tabutsadze is the ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

Trump says he’ll protect women but fails the Tate test

Why is the U.S. government going out of its way to help this guy?

The Hill - Mar. 17

Bundestag prepares to vote on historic borrowing package in key test for Merz

Likely next chancellor needs two-thirds majority to back €500bn infrastructure fund and relaxation of debt rules. Germany’s likely next chancellor is to face a key vote on plans to unlock a record ...

The Guardian - Mar. 18

Trump Tests Democrats’ Resolve to Oppose vs. Their Desire to Compromise

Leaders in the party appear to have a subtle but fundamental disagreement: Should they oppose President Trump at every turn, or try to find some common ground?

The New York Times - Mar. 18

Google-Wiz deal is 'litmus test' for Trump administration's handling of Big Tech

After Google agreed to buy security software vendor Wiz for $32 billion on Tuesday, the Trump administration will get an early chance to weigh in on Big Tech.

CNBC - Mar. 18

Why Putin’s ceasefire demands are a test case for Europe’s resolve

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Financial Times - Mar. 19

Matt Painter's greatest test - Can loyalty and honestly compete with NIL?

John Fanta is a happy guy. The sports media personality and Field of 68 host, doesn't appear to ever have a bad day. If Matt Painter ever retires and doesn't decide to disappear into a sea of ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

Trump and China Clash Over Panama Canal in Test of Hong Kong’s Status

Beijing’s threat to stop a tycoon’s sale of his ports business has dealmakers wondering if they can still operate without political interference.

The New York Times - Mar. 21

Yankees' pitching depth already tested, putting Will Warren in the spotlight

With Gerrit Cole (elbow surgery) out until mid-2026, Luis Gil (lat strain) lost possibly until July and Clarke Schmidt (back, shoulder fatigue) still building stamina, the Yankees' pitching depth ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21

StubHub plans IPO in new test of Wall Street appetite for tech stocks

Online ticket vendor aims to raise $1bn at a value of $16.5bn

Financial Times - 6d

Before you conceive, you need to pass a test in the semi-chilling 'The Assessment'

Elizabeth Olsen, Himesh Patel and Alicia Vikander star in a dystopian drama set in a resource-starved future when hopeful parents must prove their worthiness.

Los Angeles Times - 6d

13 Best Hair Straighteners We Tested (2025) | WIRED

Curls and waves are beautiful. But when you want to smooth them out, these hot tools—irons, brushes, and combs—work wonders.

Wired - 5d

Spalletti tests two Italy line-ups in Germany second leg training

The Italy national team were back out on the pitch for a full training session on Saturday ahead of the second leg of the Nations League quarter-final against Germany in Dortmund on Sunday, and CT ...

Yahoo Sports - 5d

John Calipari and Rick Pitino Have Stood the Test of Time as Basketball Foes

The age-old rivals, now with St. John’s and Arkansas, know how to battle on the court.

The New York Times - 5d

Sevilla to test Aston Villa’s transfer resolve on Dutch starlet

Sevilla are in firm need of squad reinforcements for the 2025/26 season as they continue to battle for European qualification.The Andalucians will need a strong end to the campaign to force ...

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Trump’s defiance of court orders is ‘testing the fences’ of the rule of law

Administration’s ‘unprecedented degree of resistance’ to judiciary undercuts its authority and weakens democracy. Donald Trump ’s second administration has shown an “unprecedented degree of ...

The Guardian - 4d

5 Best Rugs to Upgrade Any Room, Tested by WIRED (2025)

Because your home deserves more than bare floors.

Wired - 4d

'You want to play against the best' - Spencer on Sweden test

Northern Ireland defender Brodie Spencer says "you want to play against the best" ahead of Tuesday's friendly in Sweden.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

M.L.B. Tested Robot Umpires. Is This Really What Baseball Wants?

Here’s what we learned from the trial run of the Automated Ball-Strike challenge system.

The New York Times - 3d

Best Running Shorts, Tested and Reviewed (2025): Nike, Asics

We logged the big miles in the latest running shorts so you can conquer your goals in comfort.

Wired - 3d

Best Running Shorts, Tested and Reviewed (2025): Nike, Asics

We logged the big miles in the latest running shorts so you can conquer your goals in comfort.

Wired - 3d

Wisconsin Supreme Court race is the first electoral test for Trump

The race has become a proxy battle between those who love and hate the president

Financial Times - 3d

Olympic Track Officials to Require Sex Tests for Female Athletes

The change affects women with atypical genetics who have been able to compete if they suppressed their testosterone levels.

The New York Times - 2d

Signal Chat Disclosure Poses Early Test for F.B.I. and Justice Dept.

Whether the agencies open an investigation will bring into sharp relief the intended approach of their leaders, Kash Patel and Pam Bondi, who promised to administer impartial justice.

The New York Times - 2d

Debt limit time crunch could test both parties

House Democrats are sending an early warning shot as the government’s borrowing window inches to a close: winning Democratic support for a debt-ceiling hike will come at a cost for Republicans. The ...

The Hill - 2d

Rugby League Ashes: Australia’s tour to feature Test at Everton’s new stadium

Three-match series will be first since 2003 Bramley-Moore Dock, Wembley and Headingley to host Australia will tour England for the first time since 2003 this autumn, with Everton’s new stadium ...

The Guardian - 2d