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The Best Flannel Sheets, Tested & Reviewed (2025)

Looking for something extra cozy to sleep in? These flannel sheets are the softest you'll find, whether you're looking for luxurious velvet flannel or something light enough for a hot sleeper.

Wired - Mar. 10

Sony testing AI to drive PlayStation characters

PlayStation characters may one day engage you in theoretically endless conversations, if a new internal technology video bares out.

VentureBeat - Mar. 11

Aging Women’s Brain Mysteries Are Tested in Trio of Studies

Researchers identified a gene that seems to help slow brain aging in women, and studied links between hormone therapy, menopause and Alzheimer’s.

The New York Times - 6d

Disability benefit cuts test loyalty of Labour MPs

Some are worried about the possibility of freezing payments for people with long-term conditions.

BBC News - 6d

Thunder clinch playoff spot by passing Celtics test

The Thunder clinched a playoff berth against a defending-champion Celtics team that has achieved what Oklahoma City hopes to accomplish.

ESPN - 6d

Best Heated Blankets, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

Stay toasty warm with our favorite electric heated blankets.

Wired - 5d

8 Best Down Comforters (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Snuggle up under our favorite comforters for every season and every budget.

Wired - 2d

11 Best Cooling Mattresses (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Nothing ruins a great night of sleep faster than getting too hot. We slept on a myriad of cooling mattresses to find which ones drew the heat away best.

Wired - 1d

The risks of patients seeing test results before their doctors

A law designed to improve patient access to medical records has led to an unintended consequence—people receiving serious diagnoses before speaking with their doctors. CBS News chief medical ...

CBS News - 23h

Hong Kong’s cargo sector faces a tariff test

City’s strategic position makes it increasingly vulnerable to escalating geopolitical tensions between US and China

Financial Times - 1d

Is My Husband a Doormat?

How a personality test changed our marriage.

The New York Times - 5d

Kristi Noem says she plans to use "broad and extensive" authorities as DHS secretary

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Krisi Noem said tests polygraph tests will continue for employees, while pledging to prosecute leakers.

CBS News - Mar. 9

German intelligence chief says Russia wants to test West

Yahoo News - Mar. 8

DHS administering lie detector tests to employees in effort to find leakers

Last month, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said DHS would start polygraphing employees in order to crack down on who may be leaking information to the media about its immigration raids.

CBS News - Mar. 8

14 Best Tote Bags of 2025, Tested and Reviewed by WIRED

From beach days to board meetings, these top totes are designed to protect your valuables, and then some.

Wired - Mar. 9

‘Devastated’ England wait for test results after Ollie Lawrence injury

Borthwick: ‘Fingers crossed it’s not as severe as we fear’ Maro Itoje ‘looking forward’ to ‘humungous’ Wales tie England stayed in the chase for the Six Nations title with a bonus-point victory ...

The Guardian - Mar. 9

Inflation Data Test May Rock Unsteady Stock Market

The U.S. consumer price index report could generate concerns if inflation is still simmering.

Inc. - Mar. 9

Why Brussels’ €150bn defence pot is a test case for the EU’s arms strategy

Also in this newsletter: A dangerous drug addiction, and Russia’s reliance on Chinese cars

Financial Times - Mar. 10

Japan's Nissan tests driverless vehicles in city streets filled with cars and people

Nissan Motor Corp. recently showcased its driverless technology on city streets in Yokohama

ABC News - Mar. 10

For #MeToo Movement, Mayor’s Race in New York City Poses a Test

Three mayoral candidates have been accused of sexual misconduct. They deny wrongdoing. Will it be a deciding issue for Democratic voters?

The New York Times - Mar. 10

8 Best Reusable Water Bottles of 2025, Tested and Loved by WIRED

Stay hydrated in style and cut down on single-use plastic with our favorite bottles—now updated with information on lead.

Wired - Mar. 10

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 - 5d

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 - 5d

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 - 4d

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 - 4d

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 - 2d

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 - 1d

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

Also in this newsletter: can a merger help the Dutch left become stronger?

Financial Times - 7h

FDA to increase testing for heavy metals in infant formula, RFK Jr. says

About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.

CBS News - 53m

'I couldn't cope if I passed rare skin condition to my kids'

A genetic testing service based in Devon is praised by a woman with a rare skin condition.

BBC News - Mar. 11

Los Angeles Wildfires Leave Residents Worried About Contaminated Soil

Federal agencies are removing topsoil from burned areas but will not test it for contaminants. So scientists and residents are testing fire-affected properties themselves.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

‘We can’t wait’: Scotland’s Townsend relishing France test after win over Wales

Scotland hang on to beat Wales 35-29 at Murrayfield Townsend: ‘France is the toughest fixture in world rugby’ After dominating yet another match without maximising the return on the scoreboard, ...

The Guardian - Mar. 8

North Korea tests 'multiple' ballistic missiles as US-South Korea war games begin

"South Korean military has increased surveillance and maintaining readiness posture in close cooperation with the U.S.," South Korea's Joint Chiefs said on Monday.

ABC News - Mar. 10