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  • James Comey charged for a third time: What to know

    James Comey charged for a third time: What to know

    by José Betancourt

    This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: Donald Trump’s revenge campaign is getting increasingly desperate. What’s happening? On Monday, we learned that Trump’s Justice Department is criminally charging former FBI Director James Comey for a third time, in the...

    October 27, 2026
    Debate
  • Missouri AG pushes back on Lilly’s 340B data demands| STAT

    Missouri AG pushes back on Lilly’s 340B data demands| STAT

    by Miika Tikkanen

    Ed’s stories explore prescription drug pricing, affordability and access, as well issues surrounding patents, litigation, and legislation. He is also the author of the morning Pharmalittle newsletter and the afternoon Pharmalot newsletter. Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway (R) has warned Eli Lilly to discontinue its practice of requiring hospitals to provide claims data to receive discounted medicines under a federal program, a sign that...

    October 27, 2026
    Science
  • 31 of the Most Popular Horror Books on Libby

    31 of the Most Popular Horror Books on Libby

    by Jenni Sidey

    One thing readers like to do almost as much as finding their next read is seeing what other people are reading—which is why we love reporting on the most popular books on Libby. With the more than 22,000 libraries it serves and the 820.5 million checkouts from 2025 alone, it’s easy to see why Libby is such a treasure trove of reader data. Since...

    October 27, 2026
    Review
  • Nike’s Bold & Blue Air Force 1 Sneaker Bets Big on Blue

    Nike’s Bold & Blue Air Force 1 Sneaker Bets Big on Blue

    by Akaay Pradhan

    Monochromatic moments are dime a dozen in Nike’s Air Force 1 lineup. But that doesn’t make them any less dazzling, especially ones that sparkles like the ocean. The “Deep Royal Blue” Air Force 1 ’07 LV8 is a symphony of glossy blue hues that gives the classic AF1 sneaker an ultramarine makeover. Classic blue leather dominates the upper, while glossy paneling adds depth without...

    October 27, 2026
    Style
  • My Husband has Worn the Same Halloween Costume for 18 Years

    My Husband has Worn the Same Halloween Costume for 18 Years

    by Daniella Wilson

    Imagine reaching into a closet for a shirt, or maybe a sheet, and instead making contact with what feels like a dead ferret. It’s furry, but instead of soft and fluffy, it’s hard and grimy, like it hasn’t been cleaned in 18 years. Because it hasn’t. Because it is my husband Ian’s college Halloween costume, the one he has worn nearly every year of...

    October 27, 2026
    Culture & Entertainment

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‘It’s the gay Titanic!’ Inside La Bola Negra, the maximalist queer spectacular bound for Oscars glory
October 28, 2026

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FE News | The Sheffield College scheme with employers to boost student career prospects secures new sign-ups
October 28, 2026

FE News | The Sheffield College scheme with employers to boost student career...

Leading employers from a range of sectors have signed upto a scheme to share their industry knowledge and expertise...

by Miika Tikkanen
Supreme Court case shows the absurdity of the federal home distilling ban
October 28, 2026

Supreme Court case shows the absurdity of the federal home distilling ban

Years ago, I bought a contraption designed to separate and concentrate the most volatile components of a liquid mixture....

by José Betancourt
What creative institutions need from the Budget
October 28, 2026

What creative institutions need from the Budget

This Budget is being framed around a familiar challenge: how to deliver growth across the country in a period...

by Miika Tikkanen

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French Teachers Say Government Education Measures to Quell Protests Fall Short

French Teachers Say Government Education Measures to Quell Protests Fall Short

Published by Sam Flores

PARIS, Oct 27 (Reuters) – French teachers said ⁠on ⁠Tuesday that education reforms ⁠aimed at ending weeks of protests were insufficient and would ​not be enough to quell students’...

October 27, 2026
News
35 sleeping bags on Etsy, Vinted, Wish and Amazon recalled over risk to baby | UK | News

35 sleeping bags on Etsy, Vinted, Wish and Amazon recalled over risk to baby | UK | News

Published by Sam Flores

Multiple sleep bags are being withdrawn from sale after the UK Government labelled them a danger to babies. In a product safety report, the government stated: “These sleeping bag...

October 27, 2026
News
Polymarket has investigated ‘dozens’ of election cases

Polymarket has investigated ‘dozens’ of election cases

Published by Sam Flores

Prediction markets, like Polymarket and its main rival, Kalshi, have flourished in Trump’s second term. Gabby Jones/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption i Gabby Jones/AFP via Getty...

October 27, 2026
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Why do shoppers keep choosing black clothes over brighter colours?

Why do shoppers keep choosing black clothes over brighter colours?

Published by Sam Flores

Open your wardrobe. Now count: How much of it is black? If you’re like me, the answer skews well past half. We’re not alone. Walk into almost any clothing...

October 26, 2026
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When is the Carabao Cup draw? Start time, ball numbers, TV channel and live stream for quarter finals

When is the Carabao Cup draw? Start time, ball numbers, TV channel and live stream for quarter finals

Published by Sam Flores

With the Carabao Cup fourth round taking place this week, fans will be hoping that their side will advance to the next round and get on step closer to...

October 26, 2026
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The best wool jumpers under £40, according to a picky fashion editor

The best wool jumpers under £40, according to a picky fashion editor

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I take pride in my knitwear collection, only adding to it each season with good-quality pieces I know I’ll wear on heavy rotation all season. And when it comes...

October 26, 2026
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PHILOSOPHY, Secular & Atheism

2024 Central Division Dewey Lecture: Philosophy: Head and Heart

2024 Central Division Dewey Lecture: Philosophy: Head and Heart

Published by Sam Flores

Below is the audio recording of Stephen Darwall’s John Dewey Lecture, “Philosophy: Head and Heart,” given at the 2024 Central Division Meeting. The full text is available on the...

October 27, 2026
Philosophy
You have more control over reality than you think

You have more control over reality than you think

Published by Sam Flores

Is a “red” rose really red?  According to Lisa Feldman Barrett, PhD, a University Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University, it’s not that simple. While the flower may...

October 26, 2026
Philosophy
How Martin Heidegger and the Kyoto School Can Cure Your Burnout

How Martin Heidegger and the Kyoto School Can Cure Your Burnout

Published by Sam Flores

Add Us Summary Hustle culture turns people into standing reserve, treating human life like a resource to optimize. Heidegger’s calculative thinking fuels burnout by reducing everything to productivity, metrics,...

October 26, 2026
Philosophy
3 Zen Lessons From Nishida Kitarō to Overcome Existential Dread

3 Zen Lessons From Nishida Kitarō to Overcome Existential Dread

Published by Sam Flores

Add Us Summary Pure experience helps you stop overthinking by dissolving the subject-object split. Absolute Nothingness shows the self is open, so failure cannot destroy it. Basho teaches that...

October 26, 2026
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Missouri AG pushes back on Lilly’s 340B data demands| STAT
Science

Missouri AG pushes back on Lilly’s 340B data demands| STAT

Ed’s stories explore prescription drug pricing, affordability and access, as well issues surrounding patents, litigation, and legislation. He is also the author of the morning Pharmalittle newsletter and the...

October 27, 2026
Q&A: Why are UK energy bills so high – and how could they be lowered?
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Q&A: Why are UK energy bills so high – and how could they be lowered?

Energy bills in the UK have continued to soar in 2026, with intense debate raging about how to bring them down.  In October 2026, the cap on household energy...

October 27, 2026

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French Teachers Say Government Education Measures to Quell Protests Fall ShortPARIS, Oct 27 (Reuters) – French teachers said ⁠on ⁠Tuesday that education reforms ⁠aimed...October 27, 2026

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‘It’s the gay Titanic!’ Inside La Bola Negra, the maximalist queer spectacular bound for Oscars glory
October 28, 2026

‘It’s the gay Titanic!’ Inside La Bola Negra, the maximalist queer spectacular...

When Javier Ambrossi and Javier Calvo – the directing duo known in their native Spain as “Los Javis” –...

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Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for October 28
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Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints for October 28

Looking for a variant of the popular Wordle game? Here’s one for you that can be rather challenging: Globle....

by Daniella Wilson
Anthropic’s Pre-IPO Filing Is the Scariest Thing You’ll Read This Halloween Season
October 27, 2026

Anthropic’s Pre-IPO Filing Is the Scariest Thing You’ll Read This Halloween...

Just in time for the beginning of Halloween week, Anthropic dropped a 318-page filing for prospective investors considering joining...

by Daniella Wilson
Christina Applegate Vows to Be an MS ‘Warrior’ in Health Update
October 27, 2026

Christina Applegate Vows to Be an MS ‘Warrior’ in Health Update

Despite being misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis, commonly referred to as MS, Christina Applegate says she will continue to be...

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Ghosts cast on truth behind Gen Z addition for new Button House film
October 27, 2026

Ghosts cast on truth behind Gen Z addition for new Button House film

Ghosts: The Possession of Button House brings a brand new character in contact with the spirits of the historic...

by Daniella Wilson
Winners of the European Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026
October 27, 2026

Winners of the European Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026

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The Girls’ Trip Just Got Wilder: Women Are Swapping Friendship Apps for Adventure Holidays
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The Girls’ Trip Just Got Wilder: Women Are Swapping Friendship Apps for Adventure...

As a happily single, childless woman in my thirties, I’ve become accustomed to signing up solo for the kinds...

by Akaay Pradhan
Nike’s Bold & Blue Air Force 1 Sneaker Bets Big on Blue
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Nike’s Bold & Blue Air Force 1 Sneaker Bets Big on Blue

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13 Samhain Rituals From Modern-Day Witches
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13 Samhain Rituals From Modern-Day Witches

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The Brands Making The Best Luxury Shirts For Men
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The Brands Making The Best Luxury Shirts For Men

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10 Serene Remote Vacation Rentals Across the Country, for Your Next Weekend Away
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10 Serene Remote Vacation Rentals Across the Country, for Your Next Weekend Away

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‘It’s the gay Titanic!’ Inside La Bola Negra, the maximalist queer spectacular bound for Oscars glory

‘It’s the gay Titanic!’ Inside La Bola Negra, the maximalist queer spectacular bound for Oscars glory

by Daniella Wilson

When Javier Ambrossi and Javier Calvo – the directing duo known in their native Spain as “Los Javis” – began writing their queer epic La Bola Negra, they weren’t thinking about whether it would be stylish (which it is) or win numerous awards (which it has) or capture what they refer to as “the anti-fascist zeitgeist” (which it does). Instead, they thought only of...

October 28, 2026
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9 Outdated Things Grandparents Do When Kids Come Over That Are Good For Them
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9 Outdated Things Grandparents Do When Kids Come Over That...

Do the three quantum forces all unify together?
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Do the three quantum forces all unify together?

People Who Attract Good Luck & Opportunity Do 11 Witchy Things Pretty Often
October 27, 2026

People Who Attract Good Luck & Opportunity Do 11 Witchy...

When Love Becomes a Refuge From Reality
October 26, 2026

When Love Becomes a Refuge From Reality

How long does it take to travel through the Universe at 1g?
October 26, 2026

How long does it take to travel through the Universe at 1g?

Highly Suspicious People Who Don’t Trust Anyone Complain About These 8 Things Regularly
October 26, 2026

Highly Suspicious People Who Don’t Trust Anyone...

8 Phrases People With Highly Advanced Brains Usually Say That Confuse Average Minds
October 25, 2026

8 Phrases People With Highly Advanced Brains Usually Say...

Joy Prepares Our Minds and Bodies for Learning
October 24, 2026

Joy Prepares Our Minds and Bodies for Learning

5 Basic Things Happy & Confident People Train Their Brains To Do
October 24, 2026

5 Basic Things Happy & Confident People Train Their...

Life Finally Gets Easier For 3 Zodiac Signs On October 24, 2026
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Life Finally Gets Easier For 3 Zodiac Signs On October 24,...

COSM 2026: Neuroscientist Argues That the Mind Is a Machine
October 23, 2026

COSM 2026: Neuroscientist Argues That the Mind Is a Machine

Why You Should Eat Halloween Candy With Your Kids
October 23, 2026

Why You Should Eat Halloween Candy With Your Kids

You can’t eliminate uncertainty — but you can prevent it from paralyzing you
October 23, 2026

You can’t eliminate uncertainty — but you can prevent it...

10 Relationship Yellow Flags That May Not Be Deal-Breakers
October 23, 2026

10 Relationship Yellow Flags That May Not Be Deal-Breakers

9 Outdated Gen X Habits That Are Actually Good For You
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9 Outdated Gen X Habits That Are Actually Good For You

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‘It’s the gay Titanic!’ Inside La Bola Negra, the maximalist queer spectacular bound for Oscars glory
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FE News | The Sheffield College scheme with employers to boost student career prospects secures new sign-ups
October 28, 2026

FE News | The Sheffield College scheme with employers to...

Supreme Court case shows the absurdity of the federal home distilling ban
October 28, 2026

Supreme Court case shows the absurdity of the federal home...

What creative institutions need from the Budget
October 28, 2026

What creative institutions need from the Budget

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Globle answer today – here’s the answer and hints...

REVIEW & Debate

Supreme Court case shows the absurdity of the federal home distilling ban

Supreme Court case shows the absurdity of the federal home distilling ban

Published by José Betancourt

Years ago, I bought a contraption designed to separate and concentrate the most volatile components of a liquid mixture. I would tell you what I did with it, but...

October 28, 2026
Debate
Did Trump post ‘Why are we wasting time counting ballots?’ Don’t be fooled

Did Trump post ‘Why are we wasting time counting ballots?’ Don’t be fooled

Published by José Betancourt

Claim: A screenshot shows an authentic Truth Social post by U.S. President Donald Trump ahead of the 2026 midterm elections reading, “Why are we wasting time counting ballots …...

October 28, 2026
Debate

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Missouri AG pushes back on Lilly’s 340B data demands| STAT
October 27, 2026

Missouri AG pushes back on Lilly’s 340B data demands| STAT

Ed’s stories explore prescription drug pricing, affordability and access, as well issues surrounding patents, litigation, and legislation. He is...

by Miika Tikkanen
Q&A: Why are UK energy bills so high – and how could they be lowered?
October 27, 2026

Q&A: Why are UK energy bills so high – and how could they be lowered?

Energy bills in the UK have continued to soar in 2026, with intense debate raging about how to bring...

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Could humanoid robots replace soldiers on the battlefield?
October 27, 2026

Could humanoid robots replace soldiers on the battlefield?

Battlefield robots were once thought of as the stuff of science fiction. But the Ukraine war has put paid...

by Miika Tikkanen
Recovering permanent magnets as products rather than scrap
October 27, 2026

Recovering permanent magnets as products rather than scrap

Europe is developing routes that preserve rare earth magnet alloys or separate their valuable elements, but disassembly, contamination and...

by Miika Tikkanen
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Mars rover tracks from a historic drive photo of the day for Oct. 27, 2026

Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover left a mark on...

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Twin hurricanes stare out to space as they barrel toward Hawaii — Earth from space

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