Robert Thorpe

1 week ago | pedalnorth.com | Robert Thorpe

The short answer is that bibs are importantWhat’s the first thing I care about as a cyclist? The quality of the chamois in the bib shorts. It’s as important to a cyclist as tuna is to a cat – and that’s critical! If there’s one secret to surviving long training sessions and full days in the saddle, it’s this: happy rides start with a happy backside. Thankfully, Alé knows this, and support – literally- many of the world’s leading teams, and use only the finest chamois pads.

2 months ago | pedalnorth.com | Robert Thorpe

The spectrum of cyclingCycling is something quite unique. We can’t adequately label it, nor describe it, for it has so many forms, variations and a rich tapestry of people who choose to ride. There are people like my like mum, who rode her bike to work, and where I would go after school with my bike, then ride home together. She’d also ride for fun at the weekend, when younger; often going on long bikepacking trips to Youth Hostels with friends.

Mar 13, 2025 | newsweek.com | Robert Thorpe

President Donald Trump has used executive orders to push through his policy agenda, issuing nearly 90 in just two months. While supporters view his approach as decisive leadership in the face of legislative gridlock, his heavy reliance on executive action has drawn criticism from opponents who argue he is bypassing Congress and overstepping presidential authority.

Mar 12, 2025 | newsweek.com | Robert Thorpe

CLOSE X news article Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Share✓ Link copied to clipboard! In August 2021, T-Mobile experienced a significant data breach that compromised the personal information of approximately 76 million customers. As a result, the company agreed to a $350 million settlement, and payments will start going out in April. Newsweek reached out to T-Mobile via email for comment on Wednesday.

Mar 12, 2025 | newsweek.com | Robert Thorpe

Proposed federal budget cuts could significantly impact school meal programs across the country, putting millions of children at risk of losing access to free and reduced-price meals. Newsweek reached out to House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington via email for comment. Why It MattersThe U.S. House has introduced a proposal to cut $12 billion from school meal programs, jeopardizing access for low-income students who rely on these meals daily.