Dislike versus Israel takes numerous types, consisting of in the tradition media. Now, a heated fight inside CBS News is shining a light on a wider argument: Has traditional media protection of Israel been unjust and is CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss attempting to alter that?
For Weiss, the debate is not brand-new. Long before she took control of CBS News in October 2025, she was honestly slamming what she thought was a deeply established predisposition versus Israel in American journalism.
More on that in a minute.
Now, Weiss is in a position to alter how the network covers Israel, and evaluating by the newest advancements inside CBS, the modifications are developing rather a bit of stress.
Oliver Darcy’s Status newsletter, in addition to the site Mediaite, reports that CBS Foreign Editor Shayndi Raice, who was selected under Weiss, encountered reporters throughout a controversial virtual conference today over the network’s protection of Israel and Gaza.
The conflict even consisted of a caution that staff members who declined to follow editorial regulations might be fired. “This is not your publishing platform,” Raice informed personnel, according to audio gotten by Status. “This is a business that all of us work for, and there’s a hierarchy in location.”
The stress apparently focused partially on CBS reporter Holly Williams and her protection of the 3rd anniversary of Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attacks. Raice questioned why an anniversary report about the most dangerous attack on Jews because the Holocaust would start with pictures of Israeli military strikes in the Middle East.
“If you believe that choosing October 7 that the method to open an anniversary story about the worst attack on Jews because the Holocaust is to reveal a montage of Israeli bombs falling on nations in the Middle East, you have a viewpoint,” Raice supposedly informed personnel.
The press reporter likewise obviously challenged editorial modifications to a different report, consisting of objections including the Palestinian death toll in Gaza.
This is actually a more comprehensive newsroom dispute about context, editorial self-reliance and how reporters ought to cover a deeply polarizing concern and dispute.
Bari Weiss’s history on their topic of media treatment versus Israel is absolutely nothing brand-new. Throughout an October 2021 look on The Ben Shapiro Showthe previous New York City Times viewpoint editor described that she had actually matured questioning the paper’s treatment of the Jewish state. “I had actually seen the predisposition that the New York City Times had towards Israel for my whole life,” Weiss informed Shapiro.
She stated the paper’s viewed predisposition had actually been a repeating topic of household conversations considering that youth. That was 4 years before she ended up being editor-in-chief of CBS News. Came Oct. 7, 2023.
Weiss cautioned readers of her media outlet, The Free Pressabout the details fight to come. “You will hold up against a barrage of lies about the war that broke out today in Israel,” she composed. She cautioned that deceptive protection might include straight-out fallacies, omissions and the reduction of atrocities.
It’s a truth that Weiss has actually openly argued for years that some reporters stop working to offer audiences with a total image of Israel and its foes. She’s now seeing that play out in genuine time at CBS.
Academic research study is fanning to this dispute and is brightening the prejudiced protection versus Israel. A September 2026 peer-reviewed research study by Yale School of Management teacher Edieal Pinker took a look at 1,559 New York City Times short articles released throughout the very first 8 months of the Israel-Hamas war.
Pinker discovered that the paper’s dominant framing positioned duty for the continuing war greatly on Israel while lessening Hamas’ continuous function.
As a matter of truth, the research study revealed that individual accounts of Palestinian suffering appeared usually every 2 out of 3 days. Israeli accounts were much less regular.
The New York City Times has actually protected its reporting, stating its protection is extensive, independent and integrates several viewpoints.
The predisposition goes beyond the New York City TimesThe pro-Israel media guard dog CAMERA analyzed approximately 2,500 BBC News headings released over 2 years following Oct. 7.
Its analysis categorized 35% as vital of Israel, compared to 11% important of Hamas.
Is CBS altering course? Weiss has actually explained that she thinks CBS requires a basic change and it’s not restricted to Israel.
Throughout a January 2026 personnel conference, she used a direct evaluation of the network’s more comprehensive issues. “The truthful reality is: today we are not producing an item that sufficient individuals desire,” she stated. “I’m here to inform you that if we adhere to that method, we’re toast.”
The current conflict, nevertheless, recommends that editorial choices including Israel are now part of that bigger improvement. We’ll see if outcomes follow.
Katie Zacharia reacted after criticism of her very first White House press rundown on Tuesday, informing Newsweek by means of e-mail that “I am grateful to serve President Trump as Press Secretary, and I will vigilantly and successfully enhance his effective program.”
Throughout her launching at the podium, Zacharia revealed that the White House had actually asked U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign.
Much of the response to Zacharia’s launching focused on its brevity. She invested simply 14 minutes at the podium and took concerns from just 3 outlets before ending the instruction as President Donald Trump prepared to leave the White House for a project journey to Alaska.
Zacharia, a conservative analyst who most just recently worked for Trump’s social networks business, was called press secretary on Friday, prospering Karoline Leavitt, who left the administration in August to invest more time with her household.
Her very first look used an early peek of how Zacharia means to approach the task. She informed press reporters that her objective was to “magnify, increase and broaden upon President Trump’s amazing program for the American individuals” while explaining Trump as “his own finest representative.”
Speaking with press reporters before his journey to Alaska, Trump reacted to a concern about Zacharia’s rundown, stating just, “I believed she was excellent.”
The brevity of the look, along with Zacharia’s shipment and handling of concerns, rapidly produced criticism from previous White House interactions authorities, reporters and analysts.
Katie Zacharia’s 14-Minute White House Briefing
Zacharia started the rundown with ready remarks highlighting Trump’s project rallies ahead of the November 3 midterm elections and promoting the administration’s record on concerns consisting of energy, tariffs and migration.
She took her very first concern from Breitbart News and stated she would continue the”brand-new media “rotation presented under Leavitt that opened briefing-room access to extra media companies.
Zacharia likewise made the greatest news of the rundown when she validated that Trump had actually asked Guilfoyle to resign following accusations of inappropriate conduct.
“She has actually been a fantastic possession to the group and we want her well,” Zacharia stated.
After taking concerns from just 3 outlets, consisting of one concern about how she prepares to stabilize her household life with the brand-new task, Zacharia brought the rundown to a close as Trump prepared to leave the White House.
“In reality, I am going to end it due to the fact that President Trump is going out to Marine One for our historical journey to Alaska, and we can ask him all of the concerns out there,” she stated.
Present, Former White House OfficialsRespond to Zacharia’s Debut
Steven Cheung, the White House director of interactions, provided Zacharia full marks after her very first look in front of journalism.
He informed Newsweek through e-mail: “Katie is an incredible and fantastic addition to the group. She is distinctively certified and whip clever to assist notify the American individuals about all the terrific things President Trump and his Administration have actually been doing, and she will do an amazing task as Press Secretary.”
However, some criticism also came from within Trump’s orbit, according to CNN.
CNN White House reporter Alayna Treene reported that several White House officials and presidential advisers described Zacharia’s appearance as “awkward” or “stilted,” particularly as she read her opening statement.
Trump has shown a willingness to make quick changes to his White House communications operation. The most notable example came in 2017, when Anthony Scaramucci lasted just 10 days as White House communications director. The White House said at the time that Trump believed comments Scaramucci had made about colleagues were inappropriate for someone in his position.
Scaramucci wrote on X that he did not want to see Zachariah lose her job despite his frequent criticism of the administration.
“I wish her well,” Scaramucci said. “The administration is an abomination but I don’t wish for her demise.”
“But I don’t want to see her fired,” he added.
Treene noted that Trump publicly praised Zacharia after the briefing and that some people she spoke with believed the president would give his new press secretary the benefit of the doubt.
Former Biden White House Communications Director Kate Bedingfield described Zacharia’s performance as a “rocky start” during a CNN appearance on Tuesday.
Bedingfield said a press secretary needs to project confidence and demonstrate enough command of administration policy to field questions across a wide range of subjects.
“She wasn’t able to do that,” Bedingfield said, while acknowledging that it was Zacharia’s first day. “To send somebody out to the podium who seems incredibly unprepared, unable to answer five, six, seven, eight questions. I mean, typically these briefings can last as long as 45 minutes, an hour.”
Bedingfield called the performance “very unimpressive right out of the gate” but also questioned whether Zacharia had been given sufficient time to prepare after being named to the position only four days earlier.
“It is unusual for a press secretary to come into the job and go straight out to the podium like that,” Bedingfield said, calling the position “one of the hardest in the entire administration.”
Former Biden White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki offered a more blunt assessment.
“Well that briefing was basically an SNL skit…except it wasnt…will have a lot more to say at 9pm,” Psaki, now an MS NOW host, wrote on X.
The reactions placed immediate scrutiny on Zacharia as she began a job that requires serving as a public face for the administration and managing the White House operation responsible for responding to reporters.
Bedingfield argued that the latter responsibility could prove just as consequential as Zacharia’s televised appearances.
“The press secretary’s job is only in part what you see on camera,” she said, pointing to running the press shop and overseeing responses to journalists as other major elements of the position.
Former Trump White House Deputy Press Secretary Sarah Matthews, who resigned after the January 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol, also contrasted Zacharia’s debut with predecessors Leavitt and Kayleigh McEnany.
“Love them or hate them: Kayleigh McEnany and Karoline Leavitt came out swinging in their first press briefings,” Matthews wrote on X. “They were sharp, confident, prepared, and proved they had the chops for the job right out of the gate.”
She described Zacharia’s performance, by comparison, as “a rather underwhelming debut,” pointing to the three questions she took and her “heavy reliance on her notes.”
“Not exactly in command of the briefing room,” Matthews added.
Former White House press secretary Ari Fleischer, who worked under President George W. Bush, offered a more positive assessment, telling Fox News Tuesday that Zacharia benefited from having substantive announcements to make despite the brevity of her debut. He pointed to her disclosure that Trump had added Kentucky to his upcoming travel schedule and her announcement that the administration had asked Guilfoyle to resign.
“There’s nothing that makes the job of the White House press secretary easier than delivering hard news, things that nobody knows about, that your job is to reveal it for the first time on behalf of the president,” Fleischer said. He added that the announcements “gave her substance” and “gave her something serious to talk about, not just talking points.”
Fleischer added: “Talking points are indeed an important part of that job, but making news is even more important.”
Frank Sesno, a previous CNN Washington bureau chief and White House reporter who now functions as director of tactical efforts at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs, informed Newsweek through e-mail that Zacharia was “not off to a remarkable start.”
“While I think twice to offer a last grade based upon her very first look, that instruction the other day was frustrating,” Sesno stated. “It was brief, uninformed, and unimpressive. She just took 3 concerns, and from friendly media. She checked out much of what she needed to state from a script. She did not job convenience at the podium or understanding of the topics.”
Sesno stated efficient White House press secretaries acknowledge that they efficiently serve “2 managers”: the president and the American individuals.
“They need to likewise serve the general public by supplying appropriate and reliable info about what’s going on at the White House and on the planet,” he stated.
Democratic strategist Melissa DeRosa applauded Zacharia’s launching throughout a look on Fox News, arguing that the brand-new press secretary prevented ending up being the story.
“I believed that she provided well,” DeRosa stated, including that Zacharia did not discover as combative as some previous Trump press secretaries.
DeRosa stated she at first stressed that Zacharia’s very first look might end up being a “procedure story,” with observers dissecting her shipment instead of concentrating on the administration’s message. Rather, she argued, Zacharia provided considerable news and rapidly left the podium.
“She came out packed with news and after that she dropped the mic and left,” DeRosa stated. “I believe from a tactical point of view, that was an actually clever relocation.”
Beverly Hallberg, president of District Media Group and a senior fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum, likewise slammed Zacharia’s very first look while acknowledging the problem of making a launching at the White House podium.
“There’s grace” for it being Zacharia’s very first day, Hallberg composed on X, however she argued that White House press secretary “isn’t the type of position where you need to be finding out on the task.”
“You must currently be prepared to enter the function, with reasonable space to overcome the kinks,” Hallberg stated. “It’s totally regular for a press secretary to be anxious throughout her very first look, however I’m hoping she’ll discover her groove since that wasn’t a strong start.”
Hallberg, who works as a media coach, focused much of her criticism on Zacharia’s discussion. She stated the brand-new press secretary relied too greatly on her notes, spoke too gradually and appeared noticeably worried. She likewise slamming Zacharia’s eye contact and propensity to stumble over words.
The launching nonetheless highlighted one element of Zacharia’s viewpoint towards the position: She does not plan to take on Trump for the function of primary messenger.
Zacharia clearly explained the president as “his own finest representative,” and her choice to end the rundown so press reporters might question Trump straight enhanced that technique on her very first day behind the lectern.
Newsweeks press reporters and editors utilized Martyn, our AI assistant, to produce this story. Find out more about Martyn here
Contact Newsweek editors on this story: Gabe Whisnant and Dave Siminoff
In a non-commissioned study by Momentum Research, the general public viewpoint research study company discovered that 83 percent of Filipino grownups get their news from reporters working for wire service.
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MANILA, Philippines– Despite a broadened details environment, a study on Tuesday discovered that reporters stay Filipinos’ primary source of news.
In a non-commissioned study by Momentum Research, the general public viewpoint research study company discovered that 83 percent of Filipino grownups get their news from reporters working for wire service.
In contrast, 32.3 percent had vloggers, influencers and content developers as news sources.
About 3 in 4 Filipino grownups state they rely on the news and info they obtain from reporters, while 18.4 percent state they do not.
This finding corresponds throughout areas, political associations and generations, Momentum Research stated.
With the expansion of disinformation and deceptive generative expert system, the study worried that choosing which sources to rely on “matters especially.”
Throughout age, 84.3 percent of Gen Z Filipinos trust reporters the most, followed by millennials at 78.9 percent, Gen X at 74 percent and child boomers and the quiet generation at 55.8 percent.
Suspicion in content developers, influencers and vloggers represented in between 62 and 67 percent.
In regards to political associations, trust is greatest “amongst those who determine as pro-opposition” at 86.4 percent.
About 7 in 10 suggested suspect in vloggers and developers.
Pro-Duterte grownups have an around 20 percent suspect rate in reporters as a news source.
More than a 3rd of Marcos and Duterte advocates trust news and info from content developers and vloggers, scientists discovered.
Reporters are most relied on Luzon at 82.2 percent.
The Visayas published a 74.5-percent rely on reporters.
Mindanao had 68.4 percent.
In spite of Metro Manila publishing a 73.6 percent rely on reporters, the capital represented the greatest trust score for material developers and vloggers at 39.2 percent.
Momentum Research stated 1,487 Filipino grownups took part in the research study through in person interviews.
Ghanaian watch brand name Caveman Watches has actually partnered with Mfantsipim School to mark the organization’s 150th anniversary, commemorating its history of scholastic quality, management and service.
The collaboration combines the Accra-based watchmaker and the Cape Coast school, which was developed in 1876 and is marking 150 years of informing generations of trainees who have actually added to Ghana and beyond.
In a news release dated October 14, 2026, Caveman Watches stated the cooperation shows a shared gratitude for heritage, accuracy, quality and enduring effect.
The business stated it was pleased to be connected with the anniversary events and the generations of trainees, alumni, teachers and fans who have actually added to Mfantsipim’s track record.
Caveman Watches Business Development Manager, Solomon Kwasi Affum, stated the collaboration showed the business’s dedication to commemorating Ghanaian quality.
“We are honoured to partner with Mfantsipim as it commemorates 150 years of quality and nation-building. This turning point is a testimony to the power of education, character, and vision in forming generations,” he stated.
He included that the business was happy to be connected with an organization whose impact had actually extended throughout generations.
Chairman of the Mfantsipim 150th Anniversary Planning Committee, Capt. John B. Yamoah, stated collaborations with Ghanaian brand names supplied a chance to honour the school’s heritage while seeking to the future.
He stated the cooperation showed a shared gratitude for quality, difference and long lasting worth.
The collaboration likewise makes use of Mfantsipim’s slogan, “Dwen Hwe Kan”which indicates “Think and Look Ahead”.
Both organisations stated the partnership highlighted the function of collaborations in between Ghanaian organizations and homegrown companies in commemorating nationwide heritage, promoting regional business and motivating future generations.
About Caveman Watches
Caveman Watches is a Ghanaian watch brand name established by Anthony Mensah Dzamefe on December 12, 2018. The business styles and hand-assembles watches in Accra, integrating watchmaking workmanship with modern African style.
About Mfantsipim School
Developed in 1876, Mfantsipim is among Ghana’s historical secondary schools. Its 150th anniversary commemorates its longstanding custom of scholastic accomplishment, character development and management advancement.
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Legal Representatives for Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin state they will pursue his GH cents 15 million character assassination fit versus Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) Chief Executive Officer Sammy Gyamfi regardless of the High Court’s choice to reserve the case.
The legal group states it is waiting for the complete judgment provided on October 14, 2026, before selecting its next actions.
In a declaration provided by Dehyena Chambers, the legal representatives stated the court computer system registry had actually not made a copy of the judgment offered to them since 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
They validated that they had their customer’s directions to pursue the matter “to its rational conclusion”.
The High Court, commanded by Justice Akwasi Adjenim Boateng, reserved the fit since the writ did not adequately define the declarations declared to be defamatory.
Read likewise: Sammy Gyamfi utilizing ‘procedural obstructions’ to evade character assassination case?– Afenyo-Markin’s legal representatives
The court ruled that the writ stopped working to satisfy the requirements of the High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2004 (C.I. 47).
The judgment was based upon a procedural problem and did not identify whether Mr Gyamfi’s remarks were defamatory.
In the exact same declaration, Mr Afenyo-Markin’s legal representatives implicated Mr Gyamfi of depending on procedural problems instead of submitting a defence to the match.
They stated Mr Gyamfi’s attorneys, Ayine & & Partners, had actually composed to the court on August 26, 2026, verifying their authority to accept service of the writ on his behalf.
According to the legal group, the law practice later on returned the files to the court windows registry, stating their customer had actually altered his mind. They likewise declared that a subsequent effort to serve the files personally on Mr Gyamfi at his workplace was not successful.
Mr Afenyo-Markin’s attorneys argued that the guidelines of court acknowledge service as total when an attorney carries out in composing to accept court files on behalf of a customer.
The GH cents 15 million match developed from remarks Mr Gyamfi made about Mr Afenyo-Markin throughout a JoyNews Newsfile program in August 2026.
The Minority Leader is looking for damages over the supposed defamatory remarks.
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Personal legal professional Martin Kpebu has actually prompted Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin not to go back to court over his GH cents 15 million disparagement fit versus Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) Chief Executive Officer Sammy Gyamfi, following the termination of the case by the High Court.
According to him, the 2 celebrations need to fix the matter agreeably, arguing that continued lawsuits might weaken cooperation in between the federal government and opposition Members of Parliament.
Speaking on JoyFM’sLeading Story on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, Mr Kpebu stated the termination of the fit implied there was no pending case avoiding public conversation of the problems surrounding it.
“Once the writ has actually been set out, or the case has actually been dismissed, there’s absolutely nothing before the court, so there’s no danger at all. You discuss it, you’re totally free to,” he stated.
On Wednesday, October 14, the High Court’s General Jurisdiction 1 threw away Mr Afenyo-Markin’s GH cents 15 million disparagement match, ruling that the writ was incurably faulty and inept and might not correctly conjure up the court’s jurisdiction.
The court depended on Coleman v Newmont on the appropriate procedural guideline and Owusu Domena on the requirement to raise objections quickly.
The judgment brought procedures under the malfunctioning writ to an end however did not identify whether the declarations experienced were defamatory.
Mr Afenyo-Markin revealed the claim in Parliament on August 24, 2026, following claims of extortion made versus him in the middle of a conflict including GoldBod and the Bank of Ghana’s Domestic Gold Purchase Programme.
The fit called Mr Gyamfi and Multimedia Group Limited as offenders, with the Minority Leader keeping that the claims were incorrect and desired to harm his credibility.
The case likewise produced dispute over service of the writ. Mr Gyamfi authorised his legal representatives, Ayine & & Partners, to accept the court files, while Mr Afenyo-Markin’s legal representatives later on stated service had actually been finished and declined claims that their customer was preventing it.
Reacting to a concern on whether the media might continue reporting on the debate without running the risk of contempt of court or breaching an injunction, Mr Kpebu stated there was no legal obstacle he understood following the termination of the match.
He, nevertheless, warned that media conversations might still expose people to fresh legal action if they included defamatory declarations.
“Except, naturally, if in discussing it, perhaps specific declarations are made which are defamatory, then I believe Afenyo-Markin should have the right to take legal action against once again,” he stated.
Read likewise: High Court tosses out Afenyo-Markin’s GH cents 15m disparagement fit versus Sammy Gyamfi
In spite of this, Mr Kpebu prompted the Minority Leader not to go back to court over the existing conflict, requiring a friendly resolution.
“I likewise think he should not go. I believe he should not return to court,” he included.
Mr Kpebu argued that lawsuits of this nature might strain relations in between the federal government and opposition legislators, especially when both sides continued to take part in public company regardless of their political distinctions.
He stated succeeding federal governments had actually supported opposition MPs in numerous methods, consisting of through advancement jobs such as roadway building and construction in their constituencies.
“It’s not simply this federal government. For as long as I’ve been politically conscious, federal government typically engages opposition MPs and attempts to support them,” he stated.
He preserved that such engagements were not uncommon in Ghana’s political system and questioned the sustainability of pursuing legal action while the federal government and opposition continued to comply on other matters.
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Fired? I Maintain All the Software! is unabashedly a business vengeance dream. Ai has actually experienced her department be annihilated beyond functional capability for several years, and now she gets to enjoy from the outdoors as the business’s oblivious CEO enjoys what he has actually planted. For any reader who has actually suffered a bad manager – which is most likely anybody who has actually ever worked a task – it’s pure adult desire fulfilment.
After an excess of dream employee isekai, this mundanity circles right back to feeling ingenious. Forget slimes: the risks here are rounding mistakes and the Work Style Reform Act.
The story begins in medias res as Ai’s instant supervisor (a hero, we’ll learn later on) informs her their time is up. She has a honestly reasonable freak-out about the possibility of being unemployed, however thanks to an amazing encounter with youth good friend Kenta Suzuki, she has a brand-new gig before completion of the chapter. In this economy?
From there, the unique alternates in between Ai’s cosplaying experiences with her brand-new business and interludes following her previous manager. Composed as discussions with his secretary, we enjoy incompetent-extraordinaire President Arata as he crashes and burns before a critical investor conference. And like all bad managers, he declines to take duty. As the story advances, Arata end up being comically wicked and even verging on silly, which does interfere with his inescapable failure: it’s more pleasing to remove a genius, after all, than see a moron go to pieces in his own mess.
Still, seeing a CEO face repercussions for his actions scratches that employee drone itch.
While this split story works well, something that takes getting utilized to is where the unique designates its information. We never ever actually discover what Ai’s previous business did, and Kenta’s start-up seems part coding school, part smart-glasses merchant. They likewise wind up running some sort of engineer networking occasion. Neither business truly makes good sense, however I question if that’s the point: Ai does not care what her work is, as long as she is left in peace to do it well. Possibly that’s providing author Yuki Kashirome excessive credit. Or possibly later volumes will look into the specifics, however for now it’s quite hand-waving to get to the great things.
That great things, strangely, consists of a comprehensive description of how syntax operates in the Python shows language. As part of Ai’s brand-new task, she teaches coding to numerous desperate grownups wanting to enhance their abilities as engineers. If you neglect that she’s describing how to compose a program that runs a strip video game of opportunity, the reasoning behind the presentation is remarkably strong. No one strips: it’s not that sort of book.
In spite of being rather separated from truth, Ai is a great instructor, offering her disappointed trainees with clear guidelines that encourage them to resolve their own issues. If her techniques are non-traditional, well, the business is too little to have an HR department.
These customer interactions are the greatest part of the facility. The cosplaying shtick seems like it’s there to include art to the unique (and will likely be taken advantage of in the anime adjustment), however each trainee that concerns True Coding School is an expedition of various issues working grownups deal with. We’re provided a hectic salaryman who fights with overtime, a female engineer struggling with gender inequality in the workplace, and a temperature employee desperate to protect long-term work. These aren’t dream issues. You do not even require to operate in tech to value how they impact the characters, since these petty, unpleasant issues need to feel deeply relatable to jaded staff members all over.
I valued that Ai and Kenta didn’t fix issues with magic, however with fresh point of views, expert experience, and excellent old-fashioned market connections.
In the end, this very first volume checks out as a back-to-basics handle the isekai formula discovered in the similarity Bye-bye, Overtime!just now we’ve gone back to the world of Japanese work culture that the category initially critiqued. The book has lots of scathing declarations about overtime, death marches, and the ruination of work/life balance. Much so, in truth, that I think Yuki Kashirome has a couple of skeletons in the work closet.
That’s not to state it’s absolutely sensible. You’ll need to suspend shock for the absence of a task search, the CEO shadenfreude, and an influencer being a force for great. Perhaps Fired? I Maintain All the Software! Need to come with that dream tag. In either case, I’m going to check out the next volume, if just to see where the world of work goes next. Middle supervisors getting their comeuppance, anybody?
A United States federal judge has actually briefly obstructed the Trump administration from putting sanctions on 2 US-based human rights groups for working to assist the worldwide criminal court’s (ICC) examinations into war criminal activities in Gaza.
In a 30-page order released on Tuesday, Jesse M Furman, a judge at the United States district court for the southern district of New York, gave an initial injunction to the 2 groups, Democracy for the Arab World Now (Dawn) and Taxpayer Alliance Against Genocide (Taag).
The 2 companies took legal action against the Trump administration this summertimechallenging an executive order provided in February 2025 that enforced sanctions versus the ICC.
The order cautioned the United States federal government would “enforce concrete and substantial effects” on individuals associated with examinations that Washington stated threatened the nationwide security of the United States or its allies, consisting of Israel.
The order followed the ICC released arrest warrants for the Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, and his previous defense minister Yoav Gallant, implicating them of war criminal offenses and criminal offenses versus humankind in Gaza. Both guys have turned down allegations versus them, and the United States federal government likewise opposed the court’s choice to provide the warrants.
In his viewpoint, Furman kept in mind that in 2015 2 law teachers brought a different claim challenging the 2025 executive order, which the court had actually held that the order “broke those complainants’ very first modification rights due to the fact that it made up a content-based guideline of their speech-based activities and did not endure stringent analysis”.
Furman stated that this suit brought by Dawn and Taag– groups he referred to as “American advocacy companies”– raised a “considerably comparable difficulty”. He composed that the groups were challenging the 2025 order on “both statutory and constitutional premises, re-upping much of the arguments made in the earlier cases”.
“The court concludes that the 2025 order most likely breaches complainants’ very first modification rights due to the fact that it makes up a content-based policy of their speech-based activities and can not endure stringent examination,” Furman composed.
The judge stopped short of stating the executive order “facially unconstitutional” and declined the groups’ demand to “advise the president and to get in a ‘universal’ injunction disallowing enforcement of the 2025 order versus anybody”.
The White House did not right away react to an ask for remark from the Guardian on the judgment.
A representative for the United States state department stated in a declaration to the Guardian that “we do not talk about pending lawsuits” however included: “The Trump administration has actually been clear: the ICC postures an excruciating hazard to United States sovereignty.”
Joseph Pace, an attorney for Dawn and Taag, explained Tuesday’s choice as “a success for the very first modification and a crucial action in unwinding the ICC sanctions program”.
And in a declarationOmar Shakir, Dawn’s executive director, stated: “Today, a United States federal court has actually put the brakes in a significant method on the Trump administration’s efforts to protect from justice the Israeli authorities who have actually committed a genocide and their United States backers.”
Dawn likewise stated that it would “instantly resume” its advocacy with the ICC “to prosecute Israeli and American criminals of serious criminal activities”.
The judgment comes simply days after the United States enforced monetary sanctions on the ICC.
Musical visitor Rosalía carrying out” Magnolias” on” Saturday Night Live “on Oct. 10
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Rosalía’s “Magnolias” is getting its flowers. The tune simply saw an astonishing 336 percent rise in Spotify streams in the U.S. on Oct. 12, according to information shown Wanderer
What caused the Spanish vocalist’s streaming bump? Well, her expressive Saturday Night Live efficiency. On Oct. 10, Rosalía provided a spectacular performance of the skyrocketing track as rain put down on her onstage. That very same night, Rosalía likewise carried out another tune from her skillful album Lux“Reliquia,” which saw a 150 percent spike in streams. By Sunday night, videos from both efficiencies went viral on social networks as online users admired the Spanish vocalist’s operatic vocals and orchestral tunes.
“Magnolias”rapidly ended up being a preferred, even amongst celebs like Hailey Bieber, who published about the album on her Instagram story. “You understand when an album makes you wish to toss up in a great way?”she composed atop an image of the album, with”Magnolias “playing.
“Reliquia” and “Magnolias” weren’t the only tunes off Lux that saw outstanding streaming leaps.”Mundo Nuevo”saw a 60 percent boost and streams for”Divinize” were up 142 percent. It appears audiences were so moved by Rosalía’s SNL efficiencies that they were lastly tuning into the non-singles from her newest album.
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Launched in November 2025, Rosalía’s 4th album saw the Spanish vocalist use her background as a classically skilled artist and include 13 various languages into the task.
While brand-new fans appear to be taking advantage of the album, this newest streaming bump isn’t the very first time the Spanish vocalist has actually experienced streaming tasks on Spotify. In 2015, after the release of LuxRosalía made Spotify history when the album gathered more than 42.1 million streams on the platform on the very first day of release, making her the female Spanish-language artist with the most streams in 24 hours.
The rise in soccer fans this summertime was bad for some companies in Los Angeles.
World Cup host cities had lofty financial expectations for the summertime competition. The city’s hotels just got a 1% bump in tenancy, according to a report released this week by Hospitality Education and Research Organization, a task of the Hotel Assn. of Los Angeles.
Seventy-two percent of surveyed hotels stated the competition injured their 2026 financial resources, and 48% called the effect “exceptionally unfavorable.” Simply 2% stated it satisfied forecasts.
Downtown tenancy reached 66% in June, below 71% a year previously, the report states. Space nights fell in between 10% and 12%.
Hotel visitors at the Metropole dining establishment simply opposite the primary lobby at the Hotel Indigo in downtown Los Angeles in May.
(Genaro Molina/ Los Angeles Times)
Ahead of World Cup competitions, FIFA holds big blocks of spaces. FIFA canceled or launched up to 70 %of the hotel space obstructs it had actually scheduled in host cities, consisting of Los Angeles.
“We comprehended that we were possibly going to be dissatisfied with participation entering into the World Cup merely by the volume of cancellations that came out of the space block contract,” stated Jackie Filla, president and CEO of the Hotel Assn. of Los Angeles.
The frustrating turnout resulted in personnel decreases. Of the hotels surveyed 82% decreased seasonal personnel and more than 6 in 10 reported lowering worker shifts, set up hours, or irreversible personnel.
Hotels did raise costs, with the typical everyday rate striking $228, the greatest of any similar L.A. occasion in 3 years. Tenancy was 71%, well listed below the 83% tape-recorded throughout Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour.
A visitor strolls in the lobby of the Hotel Indigo in downtown Los Angeles.
(Genaro Molina/ Los Angeles Times)
The study drew 58 actions from 210 hotels, and the analysis was done by travel-data company Rove utilizing CoStar and AirDNA information. International visitors were likewise limited, with Los Angeles inviting 700,000 global arrivals in June and July– approximately 80,000 visitors listed below 2024 levels for the very same duration, the report states.
“We especially didn’t see a great deal of foreign visitors which’s something that was frustrating,” Filla stated. “Foreign visitors do invest 3 times the quantity of cash as the typical domestic tourist.”
Short-term leasings, on the other hand, acquired. Their need increased 23% and profits 21% versus July 2024, while hotel income fell 3.3%. Airbnb, the competition’s main fan lodging, provided brand-new hosts $750 rewards.
The city is presently weighing a short-term proposition to alleviate its short-term rental guidelines through completion of 2028 to accommodate travelers. “That will truly, genuinely damaged business of hotels,” Filla included. “We saw a few of that with the World Cup.”
The concern is rollovering to the Olympic Games, set to be hosted in Los Angeles in 2028. 6 in 10 surveyed hoteliers anticipate an Olympic rental rise to harm their reservations and rates, the report states.
The World Cup “provided us incorrect hope to recuperate from an unfavorable year,” one Los Angeles hotelier stated, according to the report. “I likewise feel exact same thing will most likely take place for Super Bowl and Olympics.”
Alaska’s a huge, huge location geographically. Politically, not a lot. Our population of about 737,000, around half of which reside in the Anchorage location, restricts us to a bit part in American politics. We just get one agent in your house, 3 electoral votes in governmental elections, and in governmental election years, Alaska usually gets disregarded by the governmental prospects. Our function in governmental elections is too little, we’re a quite dependably Republican state, and we’re too away the beaten course.
This midterm election is a bit various. Alaska is not just having an election for guv, however likewise for one Senate seat and our one House seat. This midterm election is going to be fiercely objected to; the Republicans will need to defend every seat, for each vote. Which is why, in a history-making relocation, President Trump, on Tuesday, held among his trademarked rallies, in the Matanuska-Susitna district (Mat-Su) town of Wasilla.
Wasilla is home to a little less than 11,000 individuals. It might well be the tiniest town to ever host a Trump rally. It’s likewise the very first time a sitting president has actually held any type of occasion in the Mat-Su. Envision my enjoyment when I got my media qualifications to attend this occasion and, ideally, to be part of the crowd yelling concerns.
Well, that didn’t rather occur. Here’s why, and I’m going to inform you.
The drive down. Traffic, remarkably, wasn’t at all bad. I had actually been a little worried about browsing my huge F-350 through rush hour, which isn’t something we usually see in Wasilla, however all went efficiently– up until I got to the entryway to the media parking area, where I revealed an Alaska State Trooper my media qualifications, reckoning that I ‘d be allowed to park and head into the place.
Nope. “Media parking lot is full,” I was notified. “Backup parking is at the Church on the Rock, out on the Parks Highway.” Fine, fine. That suggested a drive around the back roadways, back onto the Parks Highway, coming to the left turn to the street causing stated church, just to satisfy another Alaska State Trooper. “Church lot is full,” he informed me. “But I have media credentials,” I objected. “Your colleague at the venue told me that this was backup for media.”
“Nobody told us that,” the cannon fodder informed me.
In time, I discovered a side road that wasn’t totally buried in parked automobiles and trucks. I had to do with 2 miles from the place. There was a strong line of buses near the church transporting individuals to the occasion, however the line seemed a minimum of a mile long; one guy informed me he had actually waited in line for an hour before quiting. Examine it out:
People waiting in line to see President Trump. Wasilla Alaska 10-13-26 https://t.co/ekirfgadBP– N.Paris(@JakeParis007) October 13, 2026
I figured I might shank’s mare it to the location, so off I went, in addition to a number of others whose feet remained in much better shape than their perseverance. We hoofed it on down to the place, and en route, we talked. A guy strolling together with me was from Wasilla. 2 ladies had actually increased from Anchorage. Along the method, a senior couple in an automobile with a disabled wall mount stopped and asked if we understood anything about handicapped parking; we didn’t. They had actually increased from Sterling, on the Kenai Peninsula, to see the president.
In time we got here. State Troopers existed to turn us back. “Only buses allowed in.” They were reversing vehicles and trucks, too; not simply pedestrians. I drew out what was becoming my motto for the day: “But, I have media credentials. And the venue is right there,” I indicated the occasion center, a hundred backyards away.
“Nope. Nobody comes in except by bus. You’ll have to go back. Hurry, because they are closing the doors at 1:30.”
I took a look at my phone. 12:45. A lot people strolled back to where the buses were still filling individuals aboard. The line was, if anything, longer than ever. With exhausted feet and a dissatisfied mind, I went back to my truck and went home. I’ve seen President Trump speak live before and might well once again, however not on this day.
However, it deserved the drive down the Valley. There were likely more individuals participating in the occasion (or, a minimum of, attempting to participate in) than reside in the town it was kept in. That might be something of a. And it was heartening to speak to numerous individuals who were supporting not just the president, however our Republican Alaska prospects, consisting of Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) Representative Nick Begich III (AK-At Large) and gubernatorial prospect Bernadette Wilson. It was terrific to see the state of mind of the crowd on a normally cold, moist day in Alaska in mid-October. These individuals were fired up, prepared to cast their votes.
No other president has ever even appeared in public in Wasilla. Having a president even pertain to Alaska at all, other than possibly to refuel Air Force One, is an uncommon occasion. President Trump came to Wasilla, and Alaskans reacted by overloading the location and revealing up in numbers unheard of in the history of the Great Land. That’s heartening. And for me, regardless of never ever making it inside the place, that made the entire day rewarding.
Seriously, however, folks, next time ensure you leave enough space for all the media qualifications you’ve provided.
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There’s an old stating in journalism that if your mom informs you she enjoys you, examine it out.
Obviously, that requirement does not use when the topic is the Trump administration and Mother Russia.
MSNOW is being called out for another Russia Hoax story that has actually exploded in its face.
For several years, claims including Donald Trump and Russia have actually created spectacular headings, anonymous-source reporting, and intense political debate.
A constantly maudlin Rachel Maddow appeared nighttime on MSNBC, spinning great yarns about Donald Trump’s perilous plot to work together with the Russians in order to rig elections versus the irreproachable Hillary Clinton and to take Americans’ apple pies. The prejudiced network’s out of breath accounts of secret bank deals, Wikileaks memos, and craven conferences in the shadows of Trump Tower had the MSNBC faithful unironically inspecting under their beds for Russians.
Now, another MSNOW report is putting egg on their faces. And because they have currently been struck with the whole chicken farm, what’s another one tossed at their outrageous mugs?
On Wednesday, MSNOW breathlessly reported that FBI Director Kash Patel had actually landed in Russia for a conference with Russian authorities, pointing out 2 individuals knowledgeable about the matter.
Left: MS Now reports 2 sources familiar state Kash Patel simply landed in Russia Right: Here’s where Kash Patel in fact is … Liberty U, doing a police gratitude occasion MS Now’s “sources” are “familiar” with NOTHING! https://t.co/4i26hV70VW– FBI Rapid Response (@FBI_Response) October 14, 2026
There is simply one issue, dummies. Patel remained in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Patel was appearing openly at Liberty University in Lynchburg for a police gratitude occasion together with Rep. John McGuire (R-VA).
According to the MS NOW reportanchor Peter Alexander informed audiences: “This is about the FBI Director Kash Patel. MSNOW has learned that Patel has landed in Russia for a meeting scheduled to take place there. That’s according to two people familiar with the matter.”
Justice and intelligence press reporter Ken Dilanian signed up with the sector to talk about the supposed journey, which was referred to as including conferences in Moscow and St. Petersburg hosted by Russia’s Federal Security Service, or FSB.
Regional ABC affiliate WSET covered the Lynchburg occasion, offering video proof of the FBI director’s location. The FBI’s main Rapid Response account squandered little time mentioning the inconsistency.
“Left: MS Now reports two sources familiar say Kash Patel just landed in Russia
Right: Here’s where Kash Patel actually is… Liberty U, doing a law enforcement appreciation event
MS Now’s ‘sources’ are ‘familiar’ with NOTHING!”
Patel himself reacted with a concise evaluation: “Facts over clickbait.”
Reuters consequently reported the FBI’s rejection, keeping in mind that video from the Virginia occasion separately supported Patel’s place.
The rebranded network, merely MSNBC in drag, now needs to discuss suspicious reporting that put Kash Patel in Russia.
Russia Hoaxes are a drug, and MSNOW is addicted. Time to look for aid.
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Not ideal if you prefer a super lightweight option
Over the last four years as a style editor, I’ve tested a fair share of bathrobes, but Brooklinen’s offering stands out the most. If I had to describe the feeling, well, it’s all in the name: super plush. It’s great for guys who want something soft and absorbent after stepping out of the shower, while getting ready in the morning or simply lounging around the house. The robe is made from premium Turkish cotton, which has a fluffy, towel-like texture that feels smooth and cushy, not coarse or scratchy. After three washes, my robe feels even softer on the skin.
At 400 GSM (grams per square meter), the fabric falls into the medium-weight range. Some robes get waterlogged after a few minutes out of the shower, but this one soaks up moisture without getting heavy. I’ve also worn it around my apartment with a tee and pajama shorts underneath, and haven’t felt stuffy or overheated. If you want a cozy robe for everyday wear that’s not excessively thick, this is a strong option, particularly for moderate climates.
The waist tie helps keep the robe securely in place, although I sometimes loosen it so I don’t feel squeezed while moving around the apartment. When I’m fixing something to eat or brushing my teeth, I can also adjust the wide cuffs to keep my sleeves out of the way. The deep pockets are roomy enough for my phone or remote control, too. I tested a size small, and it’s not too tight or too loose on my 5’8″ frame. If you want something beyond the usual white or navy, this version also comes in cool stripe patterns.
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Features at a Glance
Material
100% Aegean Turkish Cotton
Size
XS—XL
Colors
10+
Pros
Shawl collar, slouchy pockets
More plush after each wash cycle
Sizes range up to 3XL, which is rare amongst bathrobes
Cons
Tends to fit more snug
Parachute, the brand known for its cooling sheets, also offers a classic robe with a shawl collar and a fuzzy cotton feel. Weighing in at 450 GSM (grams per square meter), it’s heavier than Brooklinen’s plush robe, making it a good option for guys who need a little extra warmth on chilly mornings and nights. Still, after a few hours of sitting and walking around in it, I found the fabric stayed breathable and didn’t weigh me down. The trade-off is that the thicker material takes a little longer to dry after washing.
This robe fits a bit snug, so sticking to your usual size may leave you feeling restricted particularly in the chest and shoulders when tightening the waist. I’d recommend sizing up if you want more room to move or plan to wear a tee or pajamas underneath. Speaking of sizing, it ranges up to 3XL, giving guys with broader builds more options to enjoy.
Material
100% long-staple Turkish cotton
Sizes
XS—3XL
Colors
2
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Pros
Reminiscent of a five-star resort
Thicker than others we’ve tested
Dual-sided design
Cons
Doesn’t come in prints or patterns
If luxury is what you desire in your bathrobe, Cozy Earth takes the crown for its dual-sided design. The outer waffle-weave exterior gives it a textured finish, while the ribbed terry interior adds a cushioned feel against the skin. The brand uses a blend of cotton and viscose from bamboo that feels light but also warm on chilly mornings when you’re just getting out of bed. The roomy cut is another plus: I could sprawl out on the bed and move around comfortably with no problem.
After washing it before first use, I noticed that the fabric felt even loftier. At $139, you’re paying for more than a basic robe: The two fabric textures help dry you off, while the roomy fit accommodates pajamas. Because the robe runs a little large, consider sizing down if you prefer a closer fit.
Pros
Lightweight yet durable
Striped design makes it super polished
Moves with you and drapes nicely
Cons
Not as absorbent as others, more for show
The striped broadcloth design of Brooks Brothers’ robe gives it a stylish twist compared to my typical robe. I love this lightweight option because it feels like one of my most comfortable dress shirts, just in robe form. I wouldn’t reach for it when stepping out of the shower, since the cotton broadcloth isn’t designed for drying off like a traditional terry robe. Instead, it’s better suited for draping over pajamas or wearing for show when your close family is visiting. I can even walk my dog or grab the mail without feeling like I’m wearing a towel around your shoulders.
The pockets are deep enough to stash a snack or three in there, and there’s even a chest pocket; a detail you don’t see on most robes. Despite its thinner construction, the robe has neatly finished stitching on the collar and cuffs that helps maintain its crisp shape and structure. It’s cut more tailored than relaxed in the body and sleeves, but I can still move naturally without any tugging in those areas.
Features at a Glance
Material
100% Cotton
Sizes
XS—XXL
Colors
1
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Pros
Kimono collar adds a unique touch
Waffle texture feels smooth and comfortable against skin
Budget-friendly
Cons
Avoid washing with items that have zippers or other sharp objects
You don’t have to shell out a fortune to own a robe that feels at home in a high-end hotel. Quince’s offering is a great option for guys who want a lightweight robe that won’t feel bulky after a shower or at the end of a long workday. This one is made from organic Turkish cotton, which features a waffle-style honeycomb texture that feels airy compared to the thicker terry robes I’ve tested. At 240 GSM (grams per square meter), it’s considerably lighter than Brooklinen’s and Hommey’s offerings, meaning it’s a solid choice if you prioritize breathability over warmth.
The design features a kimono collar and self-tie sash, but what stands out to me is the longer cut. Unlike Onsen’s hooded option and other robes that stop around the knee, this one falls between mid-calf and ankle length on my 5’8″ frame. I tested my usual size small, and after four washes, the robe remained soft and kept its shape. Just be mindful of what you wash it with: The honeycomb weave has loops that can snag on zippers, Velcro, hooks, or other sharp hardware, so wash it with similar items to help protect the fabric.
Material
100% organic long-staple Turkish cotton
Sizes
XS–L
Colors
4
Pros
Designed with piping along the collar, cuffs, and pockets
Drapes neatly over pajamas
Works for post-shower, early mornings, and pool lounging
Cons
Closure doesn’t stay shut unless you really tighten it
NY Threads’ robe reminds me more of a classic dressing gown than the thick, towel-like robes you typically reach for after a shower. It’s made from a cotton-polyester blend that hits a nice middle ground: It isn’t so heavy that I feel bundled up, but it has enough substance to feel like I’m actually wearing a robe. I like the V-shaped collar and piping along the collar, pockets, and cuffs, which give it a stylish feel. The calf-length cut offers good coverage, whether I’m throwing it on over pajamas, or wearing it while hanging by the pool. I’d recommend washing it before the first wear to soften the fabric. What I like most is that I don’t have to save it for one particular part of my routine. It works whether I’m getting ready for work or preparing for bed.
Material
52% Cotton, 48% Polyester
Sizes
S—XXL
Colors
6
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Pros
Made with fuzzy texture reminiscent of a teddy bear or cozy blanket
Calf length provides extra coverage
Dual hip pockets give hands a warm home
Cons
Not made for drying off
Some robes feel like towels; this one feels like a teddy bear. Lands’ End’s fleece robe has that fuzzy texture that makes you want to stay wrapped up a little longer, especially when the temps dip. I’d reach for it on slow weekend mornings, after a long day when I’m ready to switch off, or anytime my apartment feels a little too chilly. Unlike a traditional terry robe, which is built with drying off in mind, this one is all about that warm, snuggly feeling. If you want a robe that feels more like your favorite cozy blanket than something you’d grab straight out of the shower, this is a strong contender.
Material
100% polyester
Sizes
S—XXL
Colors
2
Pros
Made with solids, pinstripes, marle and more
Plush, thick feel that’s especially cozy in cool rooms
Roomy fit
Cons
Must wash separately from items with zippers
If you prefer a robe with extra room to move and plenty of fabric to wrap yourself in, Hommey’s oversized style is worth a look. Known for Its bold stripes and rich colorways, the lifestyle and bedding brand brings a distinctive look to this espresso pinstripe robe. At 450 GSM (grams per square meter), it has a weightier feel than lightweight styles, making stepping out of the shower a little more indulgent. When I crack the window to let some cool air into my room, I love wrapping myself in what feels like a giant, ultra-plush towel.
Despite its heavier construction, I found that it dried relatively quickly rather than staying damp. The fit is deliberately oversized, with roomy sleeves and plenty of space through the body. If you prefer a robe that feels more like a cozy wrap than a fitted layer, this one delivers. The belt lets you cinch the waist when you want a more secure fit. If you like taking your time getting ready or winding down at home, this robe makes routines feel a little more luxurious. Bonus: its bold pinstripe design also makes it a thoughtful holiday gift for someone who appreciates stylish home essentials.
Material
100% Cotton
Sizes
S-M, L-XL
Colors
20+
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Pros
Doubles as a bath towel and a hoodie
Honeycomb weave fabric dries in a flash
Roomy fits allows freedom of movement
Resists to pilling
Cons
One of the more expensive styles
If you’re looking for a robe that doubles as a bath towel and a hoodie, consider this waffle style from Onsen. It’s made with Supima cotton and features a unique honeycomb weave that absorbs moisture like a sponge. If you have dense, curly hair that stays wet longer, the hood is a useful feature to have for quicker, drier hair after stepping out of the shower or pool. It also helps lock in body heat for those who live in cold climates and drafty homes during freezing winter mornings or nights. Most of the robes I’ve tested feel hefty and thick, but this one is much lighter and less bulky. It has an oversized fit, which layers comfortably over pajamas or other loungewear without feeling too tight. Plus, guys with bigger builds get extra room through the shoulders, chest, and body.
I’m 5’8” and on the leaner side, so the robe fits quite generously on my frame, even in its small size. It’s one of the more expensive robes, but at this price, you’re getting premium fabric along with a hood that adds versatility beyond your typical bathrobe. After three washes, I found that it maintained its shape, too. Just be mindful of what you wash it with: The lighter honeycomb weave can be vulnerable to snagging, so avoid washing it alongside garments with zippers, hooks, or other hardware that could catch on the fabric.
Material
Supima cotton
Sizes
S—L
Colors
3
Pros
Brushed eight times on both sides for softness and warmth
Feels like a cozy, flannel shirt in robe form
Additonal chest pocket
Cons
Not ideal to throw on right after stepping out the shower
L.L. Bean is widely known for its flannel shirts, and the brand channels that same rugged, cozy aesthetic in its Scotch plaid robe. This one is right up the alley for guys who appreciate a classic lumberjack look. Made from Portuguese cotton flannel, this robe is softer and more durable than standard cotton flannel, with a brushed finish on both sides for extra loft and comfort. Unlike Turkish cotton robes, which can feel dense and plush, this one strikes a middle ground: heavier than the Brooks Brothers cotton broadcloth robe, but lighter than the plush 450 GSM Parachute option.
Flannel robes can sometimes feel overly warm, but this one avoids that suffocating feeling—think log cabin by the fireplace while sipping hot chocolate. It keeps you cozy and warm, but it’s not designed for drying off after a shower. You’ll likely want to stick to light layers underneath. Each robe is brushed eight times on each side to create a pillowy, fluffy texture. Plus, you can choose from six colorways that all feel just as comfortable. During testing, it stayed soft after multiple washes and didn’t cling to any jewelry like the waffle robe.
Material
100% Portuguese cotton flannel
Sizes
S–XXXL
Colors
6
As the Style and Reviews Editor for Men’s Health, Joseph covers all-things fashion and grooming. Previously, Cheatham was a commerce editor for Spy, and he has written for Travel + Leisure.
Christian is the Style and Reviews Director at Men’s Health and Women’s Health, where he oversees shopping and style content for both brands. He started his magazine career as an accessories assistant at Vogue, and has since held editorial roles at Tatler Asia and The Manual. When he’s not online shopping, you can find him on long walks with his two corgis.
Wiz Khalifa lies under the weight rack, hands understanding a barbell a couple of feet above. He tightens his abs and squeezes his glutes, then pulls his chest to the bar. He’s dealing with among his preferred relocations– the inverted
row, a destructive bodyweight workout that blasts lats, biceps, and lower arms.”I like inverted rows,”states the rap artist.”They’re excellent for my back. I’ve got an actually wide-ass back for some factor.”
Khalifa’s been developing muscle onto that back– and the rest of his wiry, six-foot-four frame, too– for the previous 7 years, and because time he’s concerned yearn for the training procedure. That’s why the 34-year-old programs up at Unbreakable Performancean MMA health club in West Hollywood, 5 or 6 days a week. And he does not simply do the workouts; he studies them.”I seem like it’s a continuous knowing procedure,”he states.”When you’re training, you
‘re constantly getting brand-new techniques or methods, or you’re doing things much better, whether it’s months beforehand or 3 months after you begin or 3 years after you begin. I like that sensation.”
But the minute he strikes the health club, he forgets all that. Now he’s working through a 90-minute session with fitness instructor Zach Goetz. Khalifa begins by striking the weights and doing bodyweight resistance workouts (like those inverted rows), and he ends the exercise by redlining his heart rate with 30 minutes of kickboxing. The sweat requires his mind off his music and companies, which in fact supercharges his imagination. “I enjoy what it provides for me psychologically,”he states. “I get to clear my head, develop various concepts. “Khalifa likewise gets to get size and strength. He’s up to 170 pounds, 30 more than he weighed when he initially strolled into the fitness center in 2017. At that time, music was his sole focus and nights partying were the standard.”I’ve remained in the studio, smoking cigarettes weed, and consuming pizza for 10 years,” he keeps in mind believing. “There’s no other way that can be great for you. Look, it’s time to do something helpful for yourself.”
data-node-id=”10″> So Khalifa walked into Unbreakable for the very first time, intending to construct muscle and get more powerful. And a month later on, he was training with Goetz, the health club’s director of strength and conditioning. “As small as he was, “states Goetz,”he was a guy who was major about his craft. I do not believe he ever does anything without the objective of being fantastic at it.”
Ethan Scott
Khalifa’s fitness center focus has actually led him to create a stringent training strategy. He blasts legs and core on Monday, does chest and shoulders or arms on Tuesday, then assaults his back and core on Wednesday. He duplicates the whole cycle Thursday through Saturday before taking Sunday off. He advances even when he can’t make it to Unbreakable, bringing devices with him when on trip, or training in his brand-new home fitness center when taping sessions enter into overtime.”It might be 2:00 a.m. and I simply put down a crazy-ass verse,”however he can still train, he states
.”And I simply wished to get it in genuine quick. It’s right there. “
Somehow, Khalifa states, he needs to get his exercises in– if just since they’ll assist him reach his brand-new physical fitness objective: He desires another 15 pounds of muscle. “When it exists,” he states, “I’m going to be developed like a home.” And he’ll inform you precisely how he got that far, too.No-Weights WizNo devices? Attempt this bodyweight blast, which Khalifa utilizes when he’s on the roadway. Do 4 sets of 20 representatives of each relocationScapular PushupGet in pushup position. Squeeze your shoulder blades. Spread them and press the flooring away. That’s 1 rep. Wall AngelStand with your back and arms pushed to a wall, arms bent. Gradually correct your arms overhead. Go back to the start. That’s 1 rep.Fire HydrantGet on all fours. Raise your right knee from the flooring and turn it external, intending to get your shin parallel to your upper body. Lower.That’s 1 rep.A variation of this story initially appears in the May/June 2022 problem of Men’s Health, with the title “6AM WITH… WIZ KHALIFA”
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Zondwa Kula, 43, an auditor in London, would attempt to slim down however never ever appeared to keep it off. His guilty enjoyment was sugary foods, which he consumed practically every day without stressing over serving size.
The tipping point came when he needed to purchase an entire brand-new closet for a service journey after weighing an all-time high of 388 pounds. He triggered to lose the weight for great. Now at 185 pounds, he exposes how he did it.
I’VE BEEN A huge guy all my life. I attempted the quick-fix diet plans, played tennis and even did CrossFit. Whenever I would lose some weight, it would constantly come back.
My issue is that I have a really craving for sweets. I utilized to consume dessert practically every day, like an entire piece of chocolate or a huge piece of cake. For meals, I consumed processed food and takeout. I neglected part sizes. There have actually been times– COVID lockdowns being a prime example– when my weight actually increased since I was
inactive. I ‘d stroll into a space filled with individuals and believe, “Do they see me as a fat individual?”
Between December 2024 and February 2025, I felt much heavier than normal.
I keep in mind fretting that I would not be healthy for my 2 young children. Perhaps I would not be there for them for the long run.
I ‘d been on high blood pressure medication for about a years, and while I didn’t have any heart issues yet, a cardiologist informed me I required to drop weight.The tipping point came before I flew to Egypt for a company journey. I stepped on a scale, and I’ll always remember the number I saw: 388 pounds. I needed to purchase t-shirts in a larger size before the journey, and I stated to myself,”I will never ever purchase a larger size once again. “I guaranteed then and there I would lose the weight for great.
When I made workout into a practice, it ended up being force of habit to me.
I Learned to Have a New Love of Lifting
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mine in South Africa had an individual fitness instructor and saw fantastic outcomes. I discovered my own individual fitness instructor at Ultimate Performance. I began with lifting weights, which was totally brand-new to me.At initially, my fitness instructor truly concentrated on doing each and every representative with a sluggish, regulated pace, instead of utilizing momentum to swing the weights around. I discovered how to go through a complete series of movement instead of carrying out half-reps.Even at my heaviest, my fitness instructor and I recognized I have strong legs. This implied I might actually press hard on the lower body workouts, such as the hack squat and the pendulum.
Doing those workouts is harsh. To this day, however, the hack squat and the pendulum stay my banes! For my upper body work, we focused on workouts like bench presses and rows.
I delighted in going to the health club.
I chased after the sensation of what it’s like when I completed a session.
The exercises was difficult. I would not state I delighted in Bulgarian split crouches, however I liked understanding what I might accomplish.The 6 relocations I depend on are:Hack squat
Over time, my lifting individual bests consisted of: Hack squat, 374 pounds; bench press (flat), about 176 pounds; and Bulgarian split squat, approximately 136 pounds.
I Developed a Completely New Relationship With FoodI CUT SUGAR from my diet plan, other than for fruit. My only other carbohydrates originated from veggies. For a common breakfast, I would consume pineapple, grapes, or strawberries. For lunch, I would have a salmon fillet with a poached egg, avocado, spinach and broccoli. As a treat I ‘d have a Greek yogurt or protein shake. A supper plate may consist of a chicken breast, sea bass, lamb with cauliflower, pepper, onions, and veggies.I ‘d consume 160 to 170 grams of protein a day, and about 2,000 calories. As my weight started to come down, my fitness instructor would fine-tune my calories as the sessions got harder, since I required more carbs to sustain my exercises. Slowly, we presented carbohydrates like oats, which I ‘d combine with Greek yogurt, protein powder, and berries.One of the most significant modifications I made was to track and log actually whatever I consumed. I would pre-load my meals into an Ultimate Performance app, so I understood what I was going to consume a couple of days beforehand. That entirely eliminated the uncertainty and stress over whether I was consuming the incorrect things. My fitness instructor and I exercised precisely what meals I required to consume to strike my macros– my protein levels, my carb levels, my fat levels– and I would weigh my food to ensure I struck those macros exactly.At initially, it was rather hard. Quiting cake was hard. For the very first 6 months, I didn’t have a single cheat meal. The very first time I consumed a piece of cake was on my child’s birthday, and she jokingly stated to me:”Daddy, take care with that cake! Do not destroy your diet plan!”What I Look Like NowI ENDED UP losing 203 pounds in a little under 17 months, going from 42 percent to 6 percent body fat.
I seem like a various individual. I feel excellent, and I’m no longer on high blood pressure medication.
Once I secured on my weight reduction objective, I accomplished it far faster than I believed I would. I believed it may take 2 or 3 years, however it’s taken a lot less than that. My household is really pleased with me, specifically my children. I’m now their “muscly Daddy.”At the minute, I keep my weight by consuming around 2,500 calories a day. I still take pleasure in the odd piece of cake on unique celebrations. On weekends, I’ll enjoy some chocolate. I simply log what I’ve consumed, and after that change my calories over the next couple of days.
I likewise run and stroll. When I initially began my program, getting 10,000 actions a day was hard due to the fact that I felt as if I needed to take the time. Now I in some cases get up at 4 a.m. and choose a walk so I can get my actions in, and still get to deal with time.
Because my weight began to come down really rapidly, I might see that I was developing noticeable muscle. When I look at images of myself now, I can see a bit of loose skin, however to me, that’s a war prize. It’s a suggestion of what I’ve attained and how far I’ve come. Surgical treatment might be something I may think about in the future, however today, I am actually happy that my body looks genuine.The suggestions I ‘d provide to anybody thinking about a weight reduction journey: Just take the primary step. It’s the hardest thing to do, once you’ve taken that primary step, you’re on a journey towards altering your life. Stay constant and keep appearing. If you can do that, you’ll alter your whole frame of mind and outlook on life.
Lisa is a globally recognized health author whose credits consist of Good Housekeeping, Prevention, Men’s Health, Oprah Daily, Woman’s Day, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Harper’s Bazaar, Esquire, Glamour, The Washington Post, WebMD, Medscape, The Los Angeles Times, Parade, Health, Self, Family Circle and Seventeen. She is the author of 8 very popular books, consisting of The Essentials of Theater.
Our item choices are editor-tested, expert-approved. We might make a commission through links on our website. Why Trust United States? 19459303 19659002 JUSTIN STEELE 19459315 4 minutes checked out BUILDING BIG ARMS has to do with more than simply one relocation. Yes, the dumbbell biceps curl is the go-to for the majority of guys when they step to the rack trying to find a pump– however it’s not the end-all, be-all.
19659005 Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a set of dumbbells in a neutral grip (palms dealing with each other ). Squeeze your shoulder blades, abs, and glutes to produce full-body stress. 19459333 Curl the dumbbell up, moving just at the elbow joint. Keep your arms still and perpendicular to the flooring. Squeeze your biceps at the top of the
motion. 19459333 Prevent moving your elbow forward to keep your shoulders out of the motion. 19459333 Lower the weight pull back to the beginning position under control. 19659007 Use this additional insight from Samuel for a lot more reliable reps. 19459300 Tighten Your Whole Body Eb states: This is a curl, however that does not indicate your body gets to remain in anything near to a lazy position. In order to get the most out of this(or any)curl, you require to make certain you’re moving just at the elbow joint. To guarantee that, we require to tighten up any point where we may cheat. Tighten your glutes
and abs, then squeeze your shoulder blades tight, too. That’ll assist you remove the majority of your possible swinging points. 19459300 Grip the Dumbbells Like You Mean It
Eb states: 19659009 Do not simply hold the dumbbells throughout this curl; actively grip them. Think of actually tightening your hands around each dumbbell, holding it firmly. This will approve you more control over the dumbbell, and it’ll likewise assist guarantee that your brachialis drives the movement. Included reward: You’ll reinforce your lower arms and grasping muscles, too. 19459300 Squeeze At The Top 19459327. Eb states: 19659010 Curl the dumbbell just as high as it’ll go without requiring you to move your elbow forward, once you arrive, the curl isn’t done. As soon as you’re in that position, do your finest to squeeze your biceps and arm in basic. This little act will require a half-second approximately of additional time-under-tension at the top, and it’s going to assist you establish a more powerful mind-muscle connection. It’ll likewise assist avoid you from swinging. When in Doubt, Kneel 19459327 Eb states: 19659011 The most typical cheat on any curl is the waist-rocking cheat, where you develop movement at your hips to start the curling movement. The simple repair to that: Get on your knees. 19459300 The position will make you that far more mindful of squeezing your glutes and tightening your abs, which immediately restricts your capability to produce that waist rock, or other cheats( like arching your back, and so on ) Benefits of the Dumbbell Hammer Curl 19459327 The most significant shift from the basic biceps curl and the hammer curl remains in the grip. When you carry out a basic curl, you’ll utilize an underhand(or supinated )grip as you raise the weight up.
Your biceps will be the primary muscle driving that motion. For the hammer curl, you’ll change your position and utilize a neutral grip. This moves the focus to the brachialis, another muscle that sits below the biceps and is the main mover for elbow flexion. 19459300 By making this shift, you’ll get more powerful– and your biceps will pop from any brachialis development, too. Samuel states.
There’s another huge factor to do the hammer curl in addition to the basic biceps curl: You’ll have the ability to train with much heavier loads. Requirement curls likewise train biceps supination (turning the lower arm outside), another function of the muscle
. Because you’re not consisting of that rotation with the hammer curl, you’ll have a simpler time dealing with more weight. And as Samuel states: How to Add the Dumbbell Hammer Curl to Your Workout 19459327 Add the hammer curl to your upper body or arm day exercises so you can offer your brachialis muscles some focused work. Start with 3 sets of 6 to 8 representatives with much heavier weights than you ‘d utilize for a basic curl. For additional volume, usage lighter weights however more associates– state 3 to 4 sets of 15 to
20 reps. Want to master much more workouts? Have a look at all of our Form Check guides here.
“No clarity”: OSAP freeze hits hundreds of schools
RELATED: Ontario Student loans are on pause for thousands of students at private career colleges across the province. The OSAP freeze was put in place Tuesday by Colleges and Universities Minister Nolan Quinn while an investigation is underway into a few accusations of loan fraud. Kevin Gallagher has more on the students and schools caught in the middle.
As the Ford government grapples with a growing OSAP scandal at private career colleges, the Progressive Conservatives are facing new accusations of having political ties with the operators of some institutions that are under scrutiny.
In early October, the government said it had suspended six private career colleges from their OSAP eligibility and launched a sector-wide audit into the potential misuse of taxpayer dollars, after internal investigations found the actions of some colleges may have involved criminality.
The government referred the findings to the OPP, which is currently determining whether to launch a full criminal investigation.
Ontario’s Liberal Party, however, is questioning why the government didn’t act sooner despite receiving warnings as early as 2023 from a career college advocacy group, and accused the Progressive Conservatives of turning a blind eye.
Tyler Watt, the Liberal critic for universities and colleges, alleged Wednesday that cabinet ministers attended the campus opening of one of the suspected colleges mere months after the school was probed by government inspectors.
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Elections Ontario records show that the founders of one private career college also donated to the PC Party since 2024. Public lobbying records show that the same school hired lobbyists who previously worked in the premier’s office.
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“At best, it is incompetence and mismanagement. At worst, it’s potential corruption,” Liberal leader John Fraser told reporters. Fraser and Watt are also calling on Nolan Quinn, the province’s colleges and universities minister, to resign.
“He has not done his job, and that’s why he needs to step down. We need someone who’s actually going to take control of this absolute dumpster fire,” said Fraser.
The accusations come as the government took additional steps to mitigate the damage.
The Canadian Press reported Wednesday that Quinn barred three career colleges from being able to offer publicly funded student assistance until 2030. Previously, those colleges were only blocked for the year.
There are currently 242 career colleges that are eligible to receive OSAP in Ontario, all of which have now been cut off from the provincial program. Those actions have left students without promised funding just weeks into their school years and have left many without means to pay housing and food costs, said Fraser.
Career Colleges Ontario, the association representing hundreds of institutions, is urging the Ford government to reinstate student financial aid for students who were already approved.
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Quinn said last week an internal investigation found “unusually high concentrations of OSAP applications submitted from the same geographic locations” and also pointed to the involvement of “immigration services firms” being directly tied or co-owned by some of the probed career colleges.
The government referred those findings to auditing firm KPMG for a further probe and Quinn said the government has also reported “it to the OPP and the Auditor General.” While the OPP is deciding whether to investigate, Ontario’s Auditor General told Global News the office only received a “notification” from the government, but that the province stopped short of requesting a formal value-for-money audit.
Vishwamoorthy’s interest in tech started early, as a school student, watching Pixel 2 XL camera review videos and being awestruck by what a phone camera with excellent software could do. That curiosity stuck with him: since 2022, he’s published over 1,500 articles covering smartphones, Android, and consumer tech news at FoneArena, one of India’s leading tech publications.
Lately, he’s obsessed with how AI is reshaping the business world, the deals, the products, the quiet feature rollouts nobody notices until they’re everywhere. Reading and writing about tech is what keeps him going; doomscrolling is what keeps him honest.
Recently, people have become more cautious about their phone’s battery health than about fast charging. For years, my bedtime routine has been to plug my phone in and fall asleep. This way, I stop reaching for my phone frequently at bedtime, which improves my sleep. While my sleep has improved, my Galaxy S25 Ultra’s battery life has significantly declined in just a year and a half.
Though modern power management chips and software tweaks help prevent battery damage, they cannot eliminate the effects of heat and natural battery aging. Charging generates heat, and prolonged exposure to high temperatures can harm your phone’s battery over time.
Why keeping your battery at 100% can speed up aging
How high voltage puts more stress on lithium-ion cells
As your phone’s battery capacity approaches its maximum charge limit, its voltage rises, putting additional strain on its internal materials. Modern phones won’t explode or mechanically overcharge, thanks to advanced power-management integrated circuits. But keeping cells under constant flow-charge tension remains the primary cause of battery degradation. Also, some phones periodically resume charging after the battery level drops slightly below 100%, creating repeated, shorter cycles.
Ultimately, with overnight charging habits, we stress-test our battery — around 4.4V or more for six to eight hours straight — triggering unwanted chemical reactions and structural changes in the cathode that gradually reduce the battery’s ability to hold a charge. This is exactly what happened to my Galaxy S25 Ultra, which began draining faster, as shown by Screen On Time (SoT).
Shift to an adaptive routine
Let your phone manage the final 20 percent overnight
If changing your overnight charging habits permanently leaves you with midday battery anxiety, you do not have to forfeit overnight charging entirely. The real chemical damage stems from parking a cell at 100% for longer periods, not the brief window it spends fully charged right as your morning begins.
Modern Android devices now include smart options designed specifically for this scenario. On a Google Pixel, this is called Adaptive Charging; on Samsung devices, it’s calledSleep Time Protection.
To enable this on a Galaxy phone, go to Settings ->Battery, then open Battery Protection. Make sure Sleep time protection is enabled there. On Pixel, you can find the Adaptive Charging option under Battery -> Battery Health.
When enabled, these modes monitor your typical sleep patterns and sync with your active morning alarm. During overnight charging, the phone fast-charges to 80% before you fall asleep, suspends charging throughout the night, and trickle-charges the remaining 20% just before your alarm goes off. You still wake up to a full 100% battery, but your phone spends roughly 20 minutes at maximum voltage instead of 6–7 hours.
Adaptive charging features rely heavily on registered morning alarms or consistent sleep routines. If your work shift rotates unpredictably, or you wake up at different times every day, setting a fixed charging limit is a much more reliable option.
Set a charging limit that works for you
Choose between maximum protection and convenience
For a long time, enforcing a hard battery limit (say 90%) required rooting your phone or using some third-party apps. Now with the latest Android builds, it’s baked right into the operating system. On a Pixel running Android 11 or later, you can go to Settings, tap Battery settings, select Battery Health, and go to Charging Optimization to set your battery limit to 80%.
On a Samsung device, go to Settings ->Battery ->Battery Protection, select Maximum, and adjust the slider to your preferred threshold; typically 80%, 85%, 90%, or 95%. It is recommended to set your limit at 80%, which offers maximum protection to your battery.
Once configured, the phone cuts off charging current the moment it hits your ceiling. From there, it draws power directly from the wall to run background syncs without repeatedly pinging the battery.
Disable fast wireless charging on your nightstand
Stop bedside charging pads from trapping heat overnight
If your bedtime routine involves leaving your phone on a wireless charging pad on your nightstand, you are likely exposing your battery to far more thermal stress than you realize. Wireless charging is inherently less efficient than cable and tends to generate more heat due to electromagnetic induction.
If your wireless charging pad and phone support fast wireless charging, leaving it enabled overnight to charge can worsen the situation. While Google Pixel manages thermal throttling in the background, Samsung devices let you manually dial back these charging speeds to temperature control, which specifically helps during overnight charging.
On your Samsung Galaxy device, go to Settings ->Battery, then enter the Charging settings menu, and toggle off Fast wireless charging. If you frequently switch between wired and wireless charging overnight, it’s also recommended to toggle off Fast charging in the same menu.
Protect your battery while you sleep
I have officially broken my habit of needing that 100% battery icon every morning. Enforcing a strict 80% limit and disabling bedside fast charging protects my phone’s battery in the long run. Even if you can’t break your full-charge habit, switching to an adaptive routine in your Android phone’s settings ensures you aren’t needlessly stressing your device all night.
Saeed Wazir is a South Africa-based journalist with over 15 years of IT experience and a love for reading and writing. He began his career repairing PCs and setting up networks for small businesses and corporate clients. Working in the field and an constantly traveling eventually took its toll and and he decided to follow his passion and start writing.
He now uses his tech expertise to write articles about the latest laptops, tablets, and PCs for XDA developers and Pocket-lint. When he’s not looking for the latest gadgets, he’s relaxing on the beach with his family or exploring open-world PC games.
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Music is a proven stress reliever, and everyone should have a Bluetooth speaker, like the Marshall Action III, to enjoy their favorite songs and lift their mood. Many new Bluetooth speakers feature futuristic designs with gaudy lighting, but the Action III takes a different approach with a timeless, retro-inspired look that turns heads.
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Marshall’s Action III Bluetooth speaker offers amazing sound quality in a retro design that stands out from the competition.
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An elegant way to enjoy your music
Marshall’s been in the audio game for over 60 years and knows a thing or two about sound quality. Its Action III mimics the timeless design of its famous guitar amps with a boxy rectangular aesthetic featuring the iconic front grille and company logo. The rest of the speaker is finished in elegant vegan leather that offers a welcome soft-touch feel compared to the myriad of plastic alternatives out there.
At about 10.3 x 6.7 x 5.9 inches and 6.3 lbs, the Action III is large enough to deliver high-quality sound while remaining portable for parties or camping trips. The top control panel continues the retro theme with solid dials and switches. It includes dedicated dials for volume, bass, and treble, plus buttons for power, sound source, and track navigation.
Performance-wise, the Action III has a single 30W Class D amp for the subwoofer and a pair of Class D amps for the tweeters. Together, they deliver a maximum output of 95dB at 1 m and a 45 – 20,000 Hz frequency range.
Connecting to the Action III is simple via Bluetooth 5.2 or the 3.5mm AUX port. Most buyers will probably use Bluetooth, which offers a 30-ft range and supports the SBC codec. If you don’t want to use the onboard analog controls, you can install Marshall’s smartphone app to adjust the settings or configure the placement compensation feature.
Overall, the Marshall Action III is a classy Bluetooth speaker that sticks to the basics, focusing on sound quality rather than ruggedness or voice assistant functionality.
The Marshall Action III Bluetooth speaker is available in Cream, Black, and Midnight Blue. However, Cream is the only option currently available on Amazon at 37% off. You pay $190 instead of $300, saving $110 on your purchase. It’s a sweet deal for a Bluetooth speaker from a trusted brand, offering premium sound quality and design at a realistic price.
WASHINGTON, DC – SEPTEMBER 19: CNN signage on the network’s booth in the press area of the White House after journalists with the network were earlier denied entry to the White House grounds, on September 19, 2026 in Washington, DC.
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A federal judge ruled late Tuesday that President Trump cannot ban news organizations from covering him at the White House because he does not like the nature of their coverage — at least, not until the matter goes to a formal trial.
U.S. District Court Judge Timothy J. Kelly found that Trump’s decision to bar more than 70 journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico violated their fundamental free speech in two separate ways as well as their due process rights. Both rights are enshrined in the Bill of Rights to the U.S. Constitution.
The news organizations sued last month after the Trump administration denied them access. The judge granted a temporary restraining order to CNN, MS NOW and Politico on Sept. 24.
Kelly pointed repeatedly to Trump’s own public statements and social media posts to construct his conclusion that Trump was not responding to national security concerns. Instead, he wrote, Trump sought to pressure news outlets to cover him more favorably by stripping them of press credentials to gain access to the White House.
“President Trump’s own comments suggest that he intended the revocation of Plaintiffs’ hard passes to alter their reporting on him, bolstering the case that his action here is sufficient to deter a reporter of ordinary firmness from reporting in the same way she had before,” Kelly wrote in the opinion.
He later continued, “he ban threatens to cut off all Plaintiffs’ access to the White House press area — a space open to many of their competitors — thereby restricting their ability to observe happenings there firsthand, immediately report on those activities, and try to engage with government officials.”
WASHINGTON, DC – OCTOBER 08: Lawyer for CNN, MS Now and Politico Ted Boutrous leaves the E. Barrett Prettyman United States Court House on October 08, 2026 in Washington, DC.
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Theodore J. Boutrous, the noted First Amendment attorney representing the three U.S. news outlets, had argued in court last week that Trump was the best witness his clients could offer for their case — because the president was so blatant about not liking the tenor of their coverage. Late Tuesday, after the release of Kelly’s ruling, he hailed the judge’s words.
“When the President issued his ‘ban on the free press,’ he blatantly and explicitly violated due process and the First Amendment,” Boutrous said in a statement shared with NPR.
“Since then, the President has repeatedly, candidly, and consistently admitted in public that he banned our clients from the White House to punish reporting he doesn’t like and to try to force journalists to cover him in ways he prefers,” Boutrous wrote. “The harm this ban did to our clients, the First Amendment, and the public as a whole is profound.”
The White House did not immediately return NPR’s requests for comment. Nor did the president speak publicly about the ruling in the first hours after the ruling was released.
Kelly, a Trump appointee, turned aside the U.S. Justice Department’s arguments invoking national security concerns and the objections the White House took with their reporting. Trump has said coverage is framed in a way to drag him down and make his Democratic critics look good.
The judge also rejected the department’s claims that the court should not weigh in on such matters. Kelly had ruled against the Trump administration during the president’s first term in office on a related matter involving efforts to bar then CNN White House correspondent Jim Acosta. And Kelly pointed to other precedents that he said must guide his conclusions, even as the Justice Department argued in court they were wrongly decided.
Even so, Kelly took pains to note that he did not utterly dismiss those as valid governmental concerns.
“No one should interpret the Court’s decision to suggest that President Trump’s concerns about accuracy and fairness in the media’s reporting are unfounded,” Kelly wrote, “or that the government is powerless when its true aim is to protect national security when classified information is unlawfully disclosed.”
Even so, Kelly found that the White House’s actions to put the president’s words into practice had caused a kind of irreparable harm. Trump was not required to admit the reporters to the White House. Once they were credentialed to do so, under earlier court rulings, those credentials could not be stripped away simply because the president or other administration officials do not like their coverage.
The Justice Department invoked national security only in court filings days after the White House acted against the reporters. And the news outlets were neither given fair warning of what was ahead nor a means to object ahead of time. The White House communications office sent letters expressing concern over accuracy and what it said were national security disclosures days later and gave the journalists several days to respond and appeal.
Kelly wrote that the Justice Department’s presentation was inadequate to make a compelling case. And he said that after-the-fact notification did not constitute an adequate process to be warned about consequences and to appeal the punishment.
“It is not hard to conclude that President Trump likely banned Plaintiffs from the White House because he believes that their reporting is generally inaccurate and biased against him,” Kelly wrote. And that, he wrote, represents a form of unlawful retaliation.
WASHINGTON, DC – SEPTEMBER 19: A CNN sign hangs on the wall behind the broadcast area in the White House briefing room, on September 19, 2026 in Washington, DC.
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The ruling did not, however, address the question of the administration’s periodic refusal since the ban to permit CNN’s journalists into smaller spaces where the full press corps cannot fit simultaneously, such as Air Force One or the Oval Office.
That has made it impossible for CNN to serve as the designated representative of the video pool.
The pool – made up of CNN and four competitors (ABC, CBS, Fox and NBC) – share costs and logistical obligations to capture video of Trump at every public appearance, even in tightly held locations.
Even after Kelly earlier issued a temporary restraining order compelling the administration to allow the reporters back into the White House, the order was observed unevenly. CNN was periodically blocked by the administration from representing the pool either generally or in tight spaces. In one recent instance, CNN was blocked from accompanying Trump aboard Air Force One on a trip to Tennessee.
The three major U.S. news organizations sued shortly after reporters for the outlets reported their credentials, which give them daily access to the White House, were confiscated.
The administration has waged a multi-front battle against the press, including an early review of the broadcast licenses for ABC’s local TV stations that could lead to them being revoked. It also forced news outlets out from the Pentagon when they did not agree to withhold any reports that had not been authorized for release ahead of time. The administration has launched investigations of all major networks — including NPR — except Fox, which is controlled by Rupert Murdoch, the president’s ally, and successfully pressured the Republican leaders of Congress to pull back all federal funds for public media.
Last week, the Department of Justice said it was investigating five major television networks – CNN, ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox News, alleging that they have broken antitrust laws when they decided to stick together after the president banned CNN.
As a private citizen, Trump has sued the New York Times, CNN, the Des Moines Register, the BBC, and Wall Street Journal (also owned by Murdoch). ABC settled a Trump lawsuit ahead of his return to office and CBS settled days before its corporate owner received the green light from Trump’s pick as the nation’s chief broadcast regulator to sell itself to its new owners, allies of the president.
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