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The fuse is blowing
One thing that’s hard to grasp about the climate crisis is that big changes can happen fast. In 2019, I was aboard the Nathaniel B. Palmer, a 308-foot-long scientific research vessel, cruising in front of the Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica…. Read More ›
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When a watch wants to look like a smartwatch. The Verax 420 V01.01 Meca-Quartz Chronograph
It’s black. Normally I don’t like black watches, but this thing gets a pass on that front because it is an accessory. The rose gold-colored IP-plated case back is very nicely done and one component I wouldn’t change in a… Read More ›
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Is the Kindle Paperwhite 2021 (11th generation) worth the money?
Yes. Yes it is. The new Paperwhite does look and feel like the previous Paperwhite, and the one before that and so on. A Kindle, however, does not need to surprise with amazing new features and clever tricks because to… Read More ›
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‘I bet you were a brilliant Dad’
Please listen to the entire call. It is impossible to not be moved by John’s words, I cried, and to not be angry by what has happened over the past 18 months. It is a disgrace and it is continuing… Read More ›
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Taking notes
Writing is an essential part of learning. Through writing, we demonstrate what we have learned. We display the ability to think critically. And we develop ideas. But writing is not just the result of learning; it is also the medium…. Read More ›
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On Cloudflow (Rust | Eclipse) review
Developed with elite athletes, the third-gen Cloudflow can do it all and is faster than ever. The explosive Speedboard® loads every stride with spring-like energy. It’s engineered for high speeds and maximum comfort whether you’re crushing a 5K or a… Read More ›
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1 in 4 Britons ‘not confident NHS can care for them’. It should be 4 in 4.
One in four Britons do not believe that the NHS can care for them properly, new research into the public’s attitude to the health service reveals. When asked “how confident are you, if at all, in the NHS’s ability to… Read More ›
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There is ‘nothing’ wrong with Love Actually
It is the festive romcom that gets millions of viewers into the Christmas spirit every year. But now Richard Curtis’s star-studded film Love Actually has been attacked in a volley of hate comments from young, woke critics who have lambasted… Read More ›
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When your fake iPhone app reviews go wrong (Widgetarium)
Widgetarium is an app, like many others, that slightly simplifies creating themes for your iPhone. Tiffiny seems to like it and gave it a 5 star review, and the developer responded to thank her. Branham seems to like it and… Read More ›
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Apple needs to drop the Lightning cable
My USB-C devices- MacBook Air / iPad Air / Kindle Paperwhite / Jabra headphones / IBM work laptop / Microphone My Lightning devices- AirPods Pro I should include the iPhone 13 Pro in the Lightning category, but I use MagSafe… Read More ›
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Forstner KOMFIT ‘JB’ review
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Starmer needs to stay
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Full circle
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Tell Me There’s a Heaven
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Don’t buy a Tissot PRX, buy an Omega instead
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The joy of being in the moment
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Kobo mini (13 years later…)
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TCL NXTPAPER 60 Ultra review (part three)
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TCL NXTPAPER 60 Ultra review (part one)
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Levoit 20d thoughts- one of the best products I have ever bought
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Low-end tech, high-end benefits
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The Citizen Stiletto
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The Fidget Spinner Watch
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NOTO OGGIN Water Watch review (0% bullshit)
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IX&DAO Engineer – probably the best value watch I have ever seen
September 23, 2025
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The SEA-GULL 1963 International Edition (in pictures)
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The Casio Ring Watch (CRW-001-1ER) in Pictures
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Militado ML08 review
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The “Daily Beater” Field Watch review
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Carolina Gator Print Leather Watch Strap (Grey) review
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The G-SQUAD GBD-200: tough, clever, flexible
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