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Schiff supports 'independent commission review' of California wildfires
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) said he supports an “independent commission review” of the wildfires scorching large parts of Los Angeles. Schiff joined ABC’s “This Week” on Sunday to discuss the ...The Hill - 10h -
Book Review: ‘Death of the Author,’ by Nnedi Okorafor
In Nnedi Okorafor’s new novel, “Death of the Author,” a once-struggling writer grapples with power, privilege, agency and art after her book becomes a life-changing hit.The New York Times - 11h -
Shure MV6 Review: A Clean Looking Gaming Mic
Shure’s new USB gaming mic looks familiar, but it might be too streamlined.Wired - 1d -
Trump's Talk of Buying Greenland Energizes Island's Independence Movement
Many in the sprawling Danish territory don’t want to sell to the U.S., but they are open to the idea of a closer relationship.The Wall Street Journal - 2d -
Maria review – Angelina Jolie excels as tragic Callas
Jolie goes full-blown diva in Pablo Larraín’s reverential portrait of the great soprano – a thoroughly operatic affair steeped in hauteur and grief. The final film in Chilean director Pablo ...The Guardian - 1d -
Reservoir in Pacific Palisades was out of commission when fire started
A 117-million gallon reservoir in one of the Los Angeles communities ravaged by wildfires was out of commission when the fire started in the area on Tuesday.NBC News - 2d -
Newsom calls for independent investigation of LA Department of Water and Power
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) called for an independent investigation of the Los Angeles Department Water and Power on Friday amid reported water supply issues during this week's wildfires. In ...The Hill - 2d -
Greenland wants to be independent, not American or Danish, says premier
Múte Egede open to continuing co-operation with US, but rejects Donald Trump’s attempt to buy Arctic islandFinancial Times - 2d -
Nicola Sturgeon: ‘The independence movement has proven itself resilient’
The former Scottish first minister on SNP scandals, falling out with Alex Salmond — and why pressure for a new referendum will returnFinancial Times - 2d -
‘No one will stop our people’: Bougainville president defiant in push for independence
Ishmael Toroama tells the Guardian sovereignty from Papua New Guinea is a ‘matter of time’ as long-running process enters next phase . Ishmael Toroama’s life has been dominated by a single ...The Guardian - 3d -
Independent streak helped build Notre Dame into football’s historic and modern behemoth
Back in the 1920s, the Fighting Irish made what might have been their biggest push to join what would become the Big Ten but the athletic director at Michigan blocked it. Ever since, Notre Dame has ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Independent streak helped build Notre Dame into football's historic and now modern behemoth
It was some combination of religion, a grudge involving Knute Rockne and a rival, and maybe the simple time-honored notion that some people just don’t like Notre DameABC News - 3d -
‘The Last Showgirl’ Review: Pamela Anderson Is Dazzling
The actress stars as a dancer at a Las Vegas revue on its last fishnet leg in Gia Coppola’s sensitive and beguiling film.The New York Times - 3d -
Oromay by Baalu Girma review – an Ethiopian classic
This political satire of insurrection and propaganda during the civil war, which is thought to have cost the author his life, gets an English translation at last. Oromay begins as it means to go ...The Guardian - 4d -
The Long Wave: Andrée Blouin, the unsung heroine of African independence
Politicised by her child’s death, Blouin traded ideas with Lumumba and Nkrumah in the fight for freedom. Plus, Detroit’s Black-led tech boom. Hello and welcome to The Long Wave. Over the festive ...The Guardian - 4d -
EU Commission urged to act over Elon Musk’s ‘interference’ in elections
MEPs say enforcement of Digital Services Acts has been ‘too slow’, as Musk plans livestream with German far-right politician. The EU executive has been too slow in enforcing a major law intended to ...The Guardian - 4d -
National Board of Review Awards hold space for ‘Wicked’
The National Board of Review Awards have held space for “Wicked.”ABC News - 5d -
Israel Needs to Go on the Offensive, Boost Military Spending, Commission Urges
More military spending is needed to orient Israel’s military toward an attack posture, an Israeli government commission warned.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
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7 Best Space Heaters (2025), Tested and Reviewed
These portable heaters will heat a room quickly, quietly, and safely.Wired - 6d -
Book Review: ‘Golden Years,’ by James Chappel
A new book traces shifts in the nation’s treatment of aging adults — for better and for worse.The New York Times - 6d -
15 Best Wireless Earbuds, Tested and Reviewed (2025)
Ready to cut the cord? These are our favorite buds that will never, ever get tangled.Wired - Jan. 5 -
Gardencup Review: Making Eating as Convenient as It Gets
Eating well doesn’t have to be difficult. Just reach into your fridge and grab a cup.Wired - Jan. 4 -
Myanmar to release prisoners to mark Independence Day
Myanmar’s military government will release more than 6,000 prisoners and has reduced other inmates’ sentences as part of a mass amnesty to mark the 77th anniversary of independence from BritainABC News - Jan. 4 -
Greenland leader calls for independence from Denmark as Trump enters
Greenland Prime Minister Múte Egede announced a desire to obtain independence from Denmark in the wake of President-elect Trump’s comments about buying the island territory. “The Greenlandic ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Stakt Mat review: The most versatile exercise mat I’ve ever used
I’ve tested the Stakt Mat for over a year — it’s now essential to my yoga, Pilates, barre and strength workouts.NBC News - Jan. 3 -
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How Three Small Independent Coffee Shops Started Their Businesses
The owners began their businesses with no college degrees and 100 percent grit. A visit from the TikTok food critic Keith Lee also helped.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
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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 - Jan. 2 -
SAS Rogue Heroes season two review – air-punchingly good
Steven Knight’s cool-as-hell second world war drama is back – and it’s still an utterly thrilling romp of a watch. Charge on!. Man down! Steven Knight’s crackerjack dramatisation of the formation ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
Phish review – spiraling jams and communal bliss at Madison Square Garden
Madison Square Garden, New York . Unsinkable Vermont four-piece ring in the new year with a dazzling mix of improvisation, spectacle and fan devotion. Phish have long been something of a unicorn in ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
The Cumulus Machine Review: Fast and Frothy Cold Brew
An innovative new coldbrew machine makes for wonderfully frothy nitro and espresso martinis. But is the flavor fully cooked?Wired - Jan. 1 -
Our Favorite Fitness Apps for 2025, Tested and Reviewed
These fitness apps will help you turn New Year's resolutions into real results.Wired - Jan. 1 -
We Live in Time review – romance blossoms for Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield
This sensitive if contrived romantic drama has shades of Richard Curtis and is carried along by the strength of its lead performances. There are endearing, intelligent and forthright performances ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
Stockholm Bloodbath review – like Game of Thrones scripted by Guy Ritchie
Based on a real mass killing, this 16th-century tale of backstabbing and beheadings is a clunker with a laddish edge. ‘A great deal of this actually happened,” reads the title card at the start of ...The Guardian - Jan. 1
