Mugs Tested Reviewed

This Self-Heating Mug Keeps Things Warm—and Simple

The Ohom mug heats your coffee or tea with a pad that can also wirelessly charge your phone—no app required.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

14 Best Soundbars, Editor Tested and Reviewed (2024): Sonos, Samsung, Yamaha, Sony

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

Tech - Wired - October 28

The Best Smartwatches, Editor Tested and Reviewed (2024): Apple Watch, Wear OS, Hybrid Watches, Kids' Watches

These WIRED-tested wearables reduce your reliance on a phone while keeping you connected.

Tech - Wired - November 12

Alabama man sentenced to more than 1 year for threats over Trump mug shot

An Alabama man was sentenced Tuesday to one year and nine months in prison for threatening a sheriff and a district attorney in Georgia over the jail mug shot of former President Donald Trump, ...

Ceramic mugs, condiment bars and comfier seats are coming to more Starbucks stores, as new CEO looks to re-caffeinate sales

Starbucks Corp. on Wednesday said its latest quarterly results “do not reflect the strength of our brand,” and said it needed to make fundamental changes to bring back customers.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

Three tests for Britain’s Budget

Reeves must stabilise the economy, and pave the way for higher growth

Business - Financial Times - October 27

Britain’s period of ‘National Reviewal’

Also in this week’s newsletter, SME export sales dip

World - Financial Times - October 24

Boohoo Reviews Frasers' Requests

The online fashion company said it was reviewing Frasers’ recent requests for appointments to its board and that it remained willing to discuss representation with its major shareholder.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 25

Redacted Review - Prison Break

You wouldn't know just from looking at it--with its vivid, comic book-esque art style and irreverent punk-rock tone--but Redacted (officially styled as [REDACTED]) actually takes place in the same ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 28

Slitterhead Review - Surface Tension

Third-person action game Slitterhead often presents a pretty compelling front. At first, it sounds like an out-there horror game with an inventive approach to gameplay. You play as a formless ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 5

Tuipulotu to captain Scotland & brother also called up

Sione Tuipulotu will captain Scotland in the autumn Tests while his brother Mosese has been called up for the first time.

'Nightmare' newbuilds test relationships to the max

Customers of one of the UK's largest homebuilders recall "nightmare" experiences with their newbuilds.

A Test of Independence for an Ultramarathon Runner With Autism

A man with autism, his devoted mother and a seemingly endless race. A story of resilience and love.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 7

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 - November 3

Review of England's defeat by Australia 'brutal'

England's review of their last-gasp defeat by Australia was "brutal" but exactly what the squad needed, says wing Ollie Sleightholme.

Amyl and the Sniffers review – nonstop fireworks

Roundhouse, London The Aussie rockers led by the magnetic Amy Taylor showcase new album Cartoon Darkness with an explosive set that just keeps giving and giving. Part of the appeal of the ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Book Review: ‘Cher: The Memoir,’ by Cher

The first volume of her frank autobiography is a testament to resilience, chronicling a grim childhood and the brazen path to stardom, with and without Sonny.

Top stories - The New York Times - 10 hours ago

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 - November 3

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 - November 5

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 - November 7

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 - November 7

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