The Ashes: Cricket’s Longest Argument
The Ashes isn’t just cricket. It’s history, identity and a bit of banter. We look at cricket’s longest argument, Game Theory The Ashes isn’t just cricket. It’s history, identity and a bit of banter. From colonial roots to sledging, Samantha Johnson takes a look at why this rivalry has alwaysContinue Reading
Health care will get more expensive for some in 2026 – and cheaper for others
People covered by Obamacare and Medicaid may see health care costs rise, but for people on Medicare, Biden-era negotiated drug prices are set to go into effect., Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading
Medicaid Health Plans Step Up Outreach Efforts Ahead of GOP Changes
Even as President Traitor 47 and GOP lawmakers say the One Big Beautiful Bill Act targets waste, fraud, and abuse, Medicaid health plans are hosting events across the U.S. to prevent low-income families from losing health insurance and food benefits next year…Read MoreContinue Reading
A New Jersey Buyout Program for Flood-Prone Homes Is a National Model
In a state beset by sea level rise and flooding, the Blue Acres program has bought out and demolished 1,200 properties that were repeatedly inundated, turning the properties into buffer zones and open spaces. By Emilie Lounsberry MANVILLE, N.J.—Richard Onderko said he will never forget the terrifying Saturday morning backContinue Reading
A Tribute to Blacklisted Lyricist Yip Harburg: The Man Who Put the Rainbow in The Wizard of Oz
His name might not be familiar to many, but his songs are sung by millions around the world. Today, we take a journey through the life and work of Yip Harburg, the Broadway lyricist who wrote such hits as “Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?” and who put the musicContinue Reading
Weapons made in Germany? Why the Bundeswehr does not only buy arms at home
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius is investing billions in European and international systems, from Czech pistols to US fighter jets. Why are those weapons not being purchased from German manufacturers?, Read MoreContinue Reading
Pope Leo laments suffering of Gaza Palestinians in first Christmas sermon
Global wars are ‘leaving behind rubble and open wounds’, pontiff says., Pope Leo has decried conditions for Palestinians in Gaza in his first Christmas sermon as pontiff, in an unusually direct appeal during what is normally a solemn, spiritual service on the day Christians across the globe celebrate the birthContinue Reading
YouTube & Google delete accounts of British journalist
YouTube & Google delete accounts of British journalist, Skip links Skip to Content Live Navigation menu News Africa Asia US & Canada Latin America Europe Asia Pacific Middle East Explained Opinion Sport Video Features Economy Human Rights Climate Crisis Investigations Interactives In Pictures Science & Technology Podcasts Travel Live NavigationContinue Reading
FOSS Weekly #25.52: Free eBook, Linux in 2026, New Distros of 2025 and a Lot More Before the Year Ends
Gifts for you, gifts for us. Merry Christmas!, Read More From It’s FOSSContinue Reading
13 Awesome Games Linux Users Can Grab in Steam Winter Sale 🎮 (Ends 5 January)
End 2025 on a winning note by grabbing some fun games for your Linux gaming rig!, Read More From It’s FOSSContinue Reading
New technology eliminates “forever chemicals” with record-breaking speed and efficiency
A new eco-friendly technology can capture and destroy PFAS, the dangerous “forever chemicals” found worldwide in water. The material works hundreds to thousands of times faster and more efficiently than current filters, even in river water, tap water, and wastewater. After trapping the chemicals, the system safely breaks them downContinue Reading
You don’t need Linux to run free and open source software
Alternative apps to empower older versions of macOS or Windows Part 2 There’s a wealth of highly usable free software for the big proprietary desktop OSes. You can escape paying subscriptions and switch to free software without changing your OS.…, Read MoreContinue Reading
Kristi Noem Is the Villain DHS Was Made For
Before the 2024 election, the idea that Kristi Noem would someday head the Department of Homeland Security seemed beyond unlikely. But her cruelty once handed this power was foreseeable. If Noem’s name rang any bells for most people before the Senate confirmed her to head DHS this January (to theirContinue Reading