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‘An intriguing idea:’ 5 reasons we should talk about Harris’s Medicare home-care benefit

An examination of long-term care is good for all of us

Business - MarketWatch - November 1

The UK was crying out for a new kind of budget. Labour has given it repackaged Tory ideas | David Edgerton

A fairer, happier and more equal country is possible – but only if the party in power actually wants to make it happen. Has Labour got a radical economic programme, on a par with 1945 or 1964? Has ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Inquiry announced after carers forced to repay benefits

Some carers had to pay back thousands of pounds to the government, pushing them into financial distress.

Casabrews 5700PRO Review: Exceeding Expectations

This all-in-one espresso machine delivers on quality with minimal fuss.

Tech - Wired - October 16

The problem with 360-degree performance reviews

Investment banks’ favourite employee evaluation tool is easily gamed and frequently undermined

Business - Financial Times - October 16

FAA opening Boeing safety review

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Friday it is opening a review into Boeing's safety processes to ensure they meet the administration's requirements. "The review will focus on key ...

Politics - The Hill - October 18

Book Review: ‘Patriot,’ by Alexei Navalny

The Russian opposition leader, who died in an Arctic penal colony earlier this year, tells the story of his struggle to wrest his country back from President Vladimir Putin.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 21

Sonic X Shadow Generations Video Review

Sonic X Shadows Generations is a celebration of a specific era of Sonic games, for better and worse.

Tech - GameSpot - October 21

Nintendo Alarmo Review: Nagging Nostalgia

Nintendo’s alarm clock does less than we want it to for more than we want to pay. You might want to buy one anyway.

Tech - Wired - October 23

Unbound Flick Review: A Ring Vibrator

This is the new wearable vibrator to get.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

SpaceX's Starship Cleared for New Test Flight

The FAA said requirements have been met for the next launch. The company has criticized the length of reviews.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 12

Stokes and Potts return for second Test in Pakistan

Captain Ben Stokes is fit to play in the second Test against Pakistan in Multan, coming in alongside pace bowler Matthew Potts.

101st Airbone soldiers test battlefield of the future

In today's environment, the art of deception goes beyond face paint and camouflage.

Moldova becomes ‘testing ground’ for Russian election interference

Russian efforts to influence Moldova’s Oct. 20 elections have reached unprecedented levels, with Moscow allegedly spending up to hundreds of millions of dollars on buying votes, pumping out ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

Trump Keeps Promising New Tax Cuts. Other Republicans Are Wary.

Former President Donald J. Trump’s costly tax agenda undermines the changes he signed into law in 2017. Some Republicans are wary.

Business - The New York Times - October 17

Desperate learner drivers buying scam tests for £200

Figures released by the DVSA show learner drivers are waiting up to six months for a test in the south.

England spun to defeat in second Pakistan Test

England are spun out by Pakistan to lose the second Test by 152 runs, setting up a series decider in Rawalpindi next week.

Warner offers to end Test retirement to face India

Former Australia opener David Warner says he is available to come out of Test retirement for the upcoming series against India.

Shakeel puts Pakistan in charge of deciding Test

A masterful century from Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel and late wickets from the spinners put England in huge danger after two days of the deciding Test in Rawalpindi.

Is It Covid or the Flu? New Tests Can Check for Both

So when and how should you use them?

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

Test is 'still level', says England spinner Ahmed

England leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed says the third and deciding Test in Pakistan is "still level" despite the tourists losing three wickets late on the second day.

Elections test US power in Putin's backyard

Elections in Moldova and Georgia are testing the ability of the United States and European allies to stand up to Russian interference in small countries where democratic aspirations are clashing ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

Ohtani hurts shoulder in G2, set for more testing

Shohei Ohtani suffered a shoulder injury while sliding into second base on a steal attempt. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said the superstar had a minor dislocation and would undergo further testing.

Sports - ESPN - October 27

England aim to be ruthless in tough autumn Tests

England play the first of their four autumn internationals against New Zealand on Saturday, so how is the team shaping up and who are they playing?

One of the most startling reversals in Test history - Zaltzman

Comedian and BBC cricket statistician Andy Zaltzman looks at the statistics behind Pakistan's remarkable comeback against England to win the Test series.

Massachusetts Ballot Question 2 and the Value of Standardized Tests

A ballot initiative targets tests rather than fixing problems in the system.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

North Korea conducts longest-ever ICBM test

Launch comes after US and South Korean defence chiefs condemn Pyongyang’s troop deployment to Russia

Business - Financial Times - October 31

North Korea tests longest and farthest missile yet

North Korea warned its enemies with its highest and longest test of an intercontinental ballistic missile ever. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the nation also sent 10,000 troops to Russia, ...

North Korea releases video claiming to be of ICBM test

North Korea has released a video they say shows the test of their newest intercontinental missile with range to strike the mainland United States. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more ...

City Of Troy faces 'ultimate test' in Breeders' Cup

Derby winner City Of Troy is ready for an audacious attempt to win the Breeders’ Cup Classic in the United States on Saturday.

DNA-testing site 23andMe fights for survival

Once millions used it to find out about their family histories - this week it was almost delisted. What went wrong?

Best Mattresses of 2024: Tested for Every Sleep Style

We’ve spent years testing dozens of bed-in-a-box hybrid, foam, innerspring, and certified organic mattresses.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

Coinbase's big election bet is about to be tested

Coinbase emerged as a top corporate donor this election cycle, backing candidates the company viewed as supporting its pro-crypto agenga.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

Scotland's Graham to miss SA Test with concussion

Scotland winger Darcy Graham will miss Sunday's autumn Test with South Africa because of a concussion sustained during his four-try performance against Fiji.

Trump Will Test European Solidarity on NATO, Ukraine and Trade

Another Trump term could spur Europe’s efforts to stand on its own, but it is far from clear its leaders will seize the moment this time.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

6 Tested Safety Apps for Personal Protection (2024)

Your smartphone or wearable could be a lifeline in emergencies. These apps could make all the difference.

Tech - Wired - Yesterday

Uncapped Bouchier and Kemp in England Test squad

Maia Bouchier and Freya Kemp could make their Test debuts after being included in the squad for England's tour of South Africa.

'I gave my DNA to a testing company - then it vanished'

Customers of Atlas Biomed are angry and worried about what's happened to the highly sensitive data they shared.

SaluSpa Ibiza Review: A Solid Place to Soak

Owning a hot tub comes with some trials and tribulations, but they're worth overcoming.

Tech - Wired - October 15

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