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ASEAN continues to emerge as a winner of U.S.-China trade tensions, IMF says
Southeast Asia has continued to emerge as an economic winner of increasing geopolitical tensions between China and the United States, according to the IMF.Business - CNBC - 5 days ago -
Japan and EU announce a security and defense partnership as regional tensions rise
Japan and the European Union have announced a security and defense partnership as they seek to step up military ties, including joint exercises and exchanges between their defense industries, amid ...World - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Mexico Supreme Court Justice Seeks to Ease Political Tensions, but Obstacles Persist
A lone voice on Mexico’s Supreme Court has proposed a way to ease the political tensions that have arisen over a judicial overhaul. But big obstacles could prevent any deal.World - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
US says Iranian-American held in Iran as tensions high
An Iranian-American journalist who once worked for a U.S. government-funded broadcaster is believed to be detained by Iran for months nowTop stories - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Narendra Modi condemns attack on Hindu temple in Canada as tensions rise
Indian prime minister blames Sikh activists for clash in Brampton over which three people have been arrested. India’s prime minister, Narendra Modi, has condemned a “deliberate attack” on a Hindu ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Britain’s period of ‘National Reviewal’
Also in this week’s newsletter, SME export sales dipWorld - 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 -
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.Top stories - BBC News - October 16 -
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 underminedBusiness - 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 - 2 days ago -
South Korea says North Korea has blown up the northern parts of inter-Korean roads no longer in use
South Korea says North Korea has blown up the northern parts of inter-Korean roads no longer in useWorld - ABC News - October 14 -
North Korea blows up parts of inter-Korean road and rail links in a symbolic display of anger
South Korea says North Korea blew up the northern parts of inter-Korean road and rail links no longer in useWorld - ABC News - October 15 -
U.S. crude prices fall more than 4% as Israel is not expected to strike Iran's oil industry
The International Energy Agency said Tuesday that its members are prepared to take action if there is a supply disruption in the Middle East.Business - CNBC - October 15 -
Gold hits record high as rate cuts and Middle East tensions fuel demand
Gains of 40% in past year spark predictions of rally to $3,000 a troy ounceBusiness - Financial Times - October 21 -
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Police in Mozambique fire tear gas at opposition politician as post-election tensions soar
Police in Mozambique have fired tear gas at the country's leading opposition politician and supporters as he spoke with reportersWorld - ABC News - October 21 -
Evo Morales accuses Bolivian government of trying to kill him
Ex-leader implicates former ally Luis Arce after his vehicle hit by gunfire amid rising unrest in country. Bolivia’s former leader Evo Morales has accused the government of his one-time ally Luis ...World - The Guardian - October 27 -
An Iranian-American journalist is believed to be held by Iran as tensions remain high after an Israeli attack, US says
An Iranian-American journalist is believed to be held by Iran as tensions remain high after an Israeli attack, US saysWorld - ABC News - 3 days ago -
U.S. says Iranian-American held in Iran as tensions high following Israeli attack on country
An Iranian-American journalist is believed to have been detained by Iran for months now, further raising the stakes as Tehran threatens to retaliate over an Israeli attack on the country .Top stories - NBC News - 3 days ago -
Balkan tensions loom over Sparta Prague’s Champions League push | Nick Ames
Rumours of strain among players from former Yugoslavian states has surfaced before group stage meeting with Brest. For Sparta Prague there is plenty riding on Wednesday’s meeting with Brest. Nobody ...World - The Guardian - 3 hours ago -
7 Best Bug Sprays We Tested and Reviewed
Our writer tried some of the most popular insect repellents during runs, hikes, and evenings. These are the ones we recommend.Tech - Wired - October 14 -
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 -
The Office Australia review – an edgeless reboot doomed for the shredder
The key challenge for the Australian version of this much-loved sitcom was to bring something new to the table. Amazingly, no one seems to have tried. Contrary to popular belief, it is possible ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus Review: Light and Thin
This powerful clamshell Chromebook packs an AMOLED screen and is one of the first with the new Quick Insert key.Tech - Wired - October 16 -
8 Best Chromebooks of 2024, Tested and Reviewed
Choosing the right Chromebook for your needs can be a tough decision. We can help with our favorite picks.Tech - Wired - October 16 -
Why the Menendez brothers want their case reviewed
Erik and Lyle Menendez are calling for a review of new potential evidence in their case after serving nearly 35 years for the fatal shooting of their parents. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.Top stories - CBS News - October 16 -
Juice by Tim Winton review – life after the apocalypse
Set centuries from now, this gripping tale of retribution against the corporations who fuelled climate breakdown has echoes of Cormac McCarthy. . Tim Winton and speculative fiction may seem an odd ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
Eglu Pro Chicken Coop Review: A Better Box
Our tester’s chickens find their happy place in the new Eglu Pro.Tech - Wired - October 17 -
Ableton Move Review: A Perfect Tool for Traveling DJs
Ableton’s new stand-alone instrument has its limitations, but it’s an immensely fun musical sketch pad.Tech - Wired - October 17 -
RetroRealms Review - A New Horror Multiverse Is Born
Horror games based on beloved movies are more popular than ever, even when you compare this era to the early Nintendo years when movie tie-ins were a lot more common. But most of these modern takes ...Tech - GameSpot - October 17 -
Rivals review – even the naked tennis scene is a triumph
Packed with sex, excess and fabulous awfulness, this adaptation of Jilly Cooper’s 80s bonkbuster starts as gloriously as it means to go on. Champagne all round!. ‘Welcome to Rutshire!” announces ...World - The Guardian - October 18 -
Elehear Beyond Review: Super Big Hearing Aids
At nearly twice the size of some competitors, Elehear’s new hearing aids certainly make a statement.Tech - Wired - October 18
