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You don’t need to read Apple product reviews
I was having a debate with my nephew this morning, an 11 year old boy who loves Android and Windows, and who enjoys gently ribbing me about my Apple products. At one point he asked me if I even bother… Read More ›
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Private Health: are they making the numbers up?
Quick thought. I had been booked for some tests and because I had reached the limit on my insurance I had to self-fund. I emailed the private hospital and asked what the costs would be. This is what I received… Read More ›
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For your kids…
The White House has defended President Joe Biden’s pardon of his son, Hunter, after repeatedly insisting he had no plans to grant such executive clemency. The press secretary said Biden had pardoned his son, who was facing sentencing later this… Read More ›
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CRW-001-1ER: a boring name, a new beginning?
The very first Casio digital ring watch, celebrates the 50th anniversary of Casio’s watchmaking legacy. It showcases cutting-edge advancements in miniaturization and precision metal moulding, merging functionality with playful design… More here. This Casio ‘ring’ watch will be available in… Read More ›
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This is not news…
A mum struggling with complications after giving birth says she begged to see a specialist – but was told to pay for private care. Elizabeth Andrews, 28, from Taunton, Somerset, had a baby in February and said she is still… Read More ›
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The big wheeze
Researchers say they have found the first new treatment for asthma attacks in 50 years. The injection dampens part of the immune system that can go into overdrive in flare-ups of both asthma and a lung condition called chronic obstructive… Read More ›
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Better than a Submariner?
This 42 mm model is crafted in stainless steel and includes a black oxalic anodized aluminium bezel ring with a diving scale in white Super-LumiNova. Black aluminium is also used to create the dial, which is laser-engraved with the Diver’s… Read More ›
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Making sense of assisted dying
This issue was screaming out for a grown-up process. It’s profound. It is not subject our usual tribal divisions. It involves a complex tapestry of evidence and moral judgement. The best thing to do would be to hold a royal… Read More ›
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KardiaMobile 6-Lead Personal ECG Monitor thoughts
My consultant advised me to get a Kardia monitor to track my heart while I was experiencing symptoms. You can get a 1-Lead monitor, but the 6-Lead version makes more sense if you already own a smartwatch capable of the… Read More ›
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Are all social networks as they are today done?
Twitter (X) has become so bad now that it feels almost impossible to cope with. Every visit is an anger inducing thread of negativity, even if you only follow decent people, and it is nothing like what it was only… Read More ›
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