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All Blacks Test sets tone for England mission to crack elite

England aim to prove they belong in the highest echelons of the Test game this autumn. The All Blacks are a tantalising first encounter.

Jellyfish sting 'set the tone' as Monger broke record

Billy Monger was left close to breaking point after battling jellyfish stings and crosswinds en route to smashing the Ironman record for a double amputee at the World Championship.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 4 days ago

The 30 newcomers setting each team's tone

Our insiders break down where all 30 teams stack up and which newcomers are already making waves.

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Meloni’s migration meeting sets tone for fractious EU leaders’ summit

Also in this newsletter: cheers to Europe’s beer industry

World - Financial Times - October 17

Jack Flaherty, Dodgers set the tone for NLCS with 9-0 victory over Mets in Game 1

Flaherty pitched seven scoreless innings as the Dodgers' shutout streak extended to 33 innings, tying the postseason record.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 14

Cooper Flagg hype sets tone for Jon Scheyer's most critical Duke season yet: An inside look at the Blue Devils

What to expect and what to know with how Duke is preparing Flagg and the team in what's a huge Year 3 for Scheyer: 'He's not Zion'

Sports - CBS Sports - October 23

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 - 5 days ago

Love exits Pack win with groin injury, set for tests

Thanks in part to Willis, who went 2-0 as a fill-in starter after Love's Week 1 knee injury, the Green Bay Packers pulled off a last-second 30-27 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.

Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago

Note perfect Tuchel strikes the right tone on big England unveiling

New manager’s easy charm, self-belief and humour was on show as he embraced the step into international football. It said plenty about Thomas Tuchel’s easy charm, his ability to read the room and ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

Packers 'comfortable' with signing K Brandon McManus; special teams coach asks, 'what's not to like?'

The Green Bay Packers signing kicker Brandon McManus creates an awkward situation for coaches and executives.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 17

Mass Effect 5 Won't Have Stylized Dragon Age Graphics, But It Will Have Mature Tones

With the upcoming launch of Dragon Age: The Veilguard this week, Mass Effect 5 project director Michael Gamble has commented on some of the differences that players will see between BioWare's ...

Tech - GameSpot - 3 days ago

Three tests for Britain’s Budget

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

Business - Financial Times - 5 days ago

The sun is setting on traditional retirement

Demographic changes force a rethink, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing

World - Financial Times - October 18

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.

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.

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

101st Airbone soldiers test battlefield of the future

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

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

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.

16 Best PS5 Accessories (2024), Tested and Reviewed

From extra game storage to a fancy 120-Hz TV, these WIRED-tested favorites will complement your PS5.

Tech - Wired - October 19

The 7 Best Blackout Curtains, Tested and Reviewed

We tested many options on bright windows to see which curtains actually give us a dark night’s sleep.

Tech - Wired - October 20

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.

15 Best Wireless Earbuds, Tested and Reviewed (2024)

Ready to cut the cord? These are our favorite buds that will never, ever get tangled.

Tech - Wired - October 24

The Best Samsung Phones of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

From flagship and budget to flipping and folding, Samsung’s Galaxy range spans the breadth of the smartphone cosmos. WIRED’s here to help you make your choice.

Tech - Wired - October 25

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.

8 Best Bed Frames (2024), Tested and Reviewed

Get that box spring off the floor with these WIRED-tested frames.

Tech - Wired - October 25

The Best iPhone 16 Cases, Tested and Reviewed (2024)

I’ve tested more than 80 cases for Apple’s iPhone 16 range. These are the best cases, along with a few MagSafe accessories.

Tech - Wired - October 25

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

The Best Electric Bikes of 2024 That We've Tested and Reviewed

We tested the best electric bikes in every category: commuting, mountain biking, foldable, cruisers, and more.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

The Best Electric Kick Scooters of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

These WIRED-tested two-wheelers will help you scoot scoot scoot around town.

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