Briefly Noted Book Reviews | The New Yorker

The Elusive Body, by Alexandra Sifferlin (Viking). Each year, around twelve million people in the U.S. experience a medical diagnostic error; some three million live with diseases that remain undiagnosed even after exhaustive medical investigation. Sifferlin’s book examines the roots of this situation, and explores avenues for addressing it. Though some methods—such as improving physician…

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All3Media International Scores Global Pre-Sales for 'Secret Service'

All3Media International Scores Global Pre-Sales for ‘Secret Service’

All3Media International has announced a slew of international pre-sales for upcoming espionage thriller “Secret Service,” starring Gemma Arterton. Produced by Potboiler Productions and adapted from the novel by ITV News anchor Tom Bradby, “Secret Service” explores the world of espionage against the backdrop of escalating tensions between the U.K. and Russia. The series follows senior…

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Chappell Roan pushes back after soccer star Jorginho alleges his daughter was mistreated

Chappell Roan pushes back after soccer star Jorginho alleges his daughter was mistreated

RIO DE JANEIRO — Grammy-winning singer Chappell Roan responded on Sunday to accusations made by Brazilian-Italian soccer star Jorginho that a security guard mistreated his 11-year-old stepdaughter after she recognized the singer. Jorginho Frello, a player for Flamengo widely known as Jorginho, said that his wife and the child were staying at the same hotel…

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