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Democrats Prepare to Investigate Trump Administration
Democrats gear up to investigate Trump administration but face agency resistance.
Vittoria Elliott · 2m
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Permanent outdoor lights: install once, celebrate all year
Smart string lights that stay up year-round offer customizable color control for holidays, sports and parties, but your home's architecture matters.
Nena Farrell · 3m
Maka wants to save kids from YouTube's AI slop
A new streaming app for toddlers ditches ads and algorithms designed to addict, betting parents will pay for content vetted by child development experts.
Jason Parham · 2m
Spyware spreads through targeted ads with zero clicks
Researchers find the first documented case of sophisticated malware infecting phones silently through digital advertisements, targeting journalists and government networks.
Matt Burgess · 2m
Junji Ito's horror manga finds new life on screen
HBO Max brings a live-action anthology of the manga master's disturbing short stories to US audiences, with directors capturing the slow-burn dread of the originals.
Max Evry · 1m
Brian K. Vaughan breaks new ground with Roam
The Dune: Part Three cowriter announces a superhero comic with artist Cliff Chiang, his first true superhero book after three decades in comics.
Angela Watercutter · 2m
Earth's vital signs hit record extremes as El Niño looms
A new climate report finds seven of sixteen planetary vital signs at their worst ever, with a strengthening El Niño set to push temperatures higher and threaten vulnerable ecosystems.
Brian Kahn · 1m
Formlabs brings 3D printing to your desk
The 3D printer maker's new Form Studio 1 costs $699 and fits on a desk, targeting consumers instead of just professionals.
Boone Ashworth · 1m
Trump aides write off the House
White House officials have concluded Republicans cannot keep control of the House and are redirecting resources to defend the Senate instead.
Hugo Lowell · 1m
AI is solving science's hardest problems
AI models have jumped from solving 2 percent to 35 percent of theoretical physics and maths problems in just two years, upending multiple scientific fields.
Will Knight · 1m
HBO Max deals and shows to watch this October
HBO Max offers student discounts, bundle deals, and new series including A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and Euphoria season three.
Molly Higgins · 2m
Corsair discount codes save up to 50% this October
Gaming gear maker Corsair offers multiple ways to cut costs on keyboards, headsets, PC components and more.
Luke Larsen · 1m
Tuft & Needle discount codes for October 2026
Save on mattresses, pillows and bedding with current Tuft & Needle promo codes and bundle deals.
Nena Farrell · 1m
Expedia promo codes: up to 40% off
Expedia offers discounts up to 40% on hotel stays, plus rewards through its OneKey loyalty program.
Molly Higgins · 1m
Vimeo discounts: save up to 40% this October
Vimeo offers promo codes and annual billing discounts on video hosting plans for professionals and businesses.
Louryn Strampe · 1m
Elon Musk's Lego order exposed to X users
Musk bragged about his AI agent buying Lego Star Wars sets, then accidentally posted his order details to 240 million followers.
Jeremy White · 1m
Meta's Muse AI will sext with you
Meta's new AI agent Muse generates explicit sexual content and says that's fine. Other AI makers disagree.
Reece Rogers · 1m
ExpressVPN coupons for October 2026
ExpressVPN offers steep discounts on its VPN plans this month, with savings up to 83 percent for students and multiyear subscriptions.
Gear Team · 1m
Meta's new AI models put it back in the race
Meta's Muse Wonder models show the company's billion-dollar AI bet is paying off, with capabilities matching or beating rivals.
Will Knight · 1m
Save on Lego sets with October promo codes
WIRED rounds up discount codes and sales to help you buy Lego sets cheaper this holiday season.
Nena Farrell · 1m
I tested AlterMe's DNA fitness system for six months
A personalized workout app that combines DNA testing, a smart ring, and AI coaching costs $1,299 to $1,899. Does it work?
Emily Peck · 3m
War game shows solar geoengineering could spark global arms race
A simulation of international talks on sun-dimming technology revealed how distrust, national interest and fossil fuel influence could derail any global agreement.
Karl Mathiesen · 4m
Rubedo's cream shows skin can age backwards
A topical drug targeting senescent cells reduced skin's biological age by two years in early trials, though experts urge caution about what aging clocks actually measure.
WIRED · 1m
The hottest tech gifts people actually want
WIRED's guide to the best tech gifts for 2026, from wearables to smart home devices.
Luke Larsen · 2m
Election denial groups target nursing homes
Right-wing groups are recruiting followers to investigate nursing homes for voter fraud ahead of the midterms, citing unproven claims.
David Gilbert · 1m
California Redwoods Suffer Heat Stress
Coast redwoods slow photosynthesis during extreme heat, risking carbon starvation and ecosystem collapse.
Neel Dhanesha · 1m
A missile factory came to her neighborhood
Sally Schultz bought affordable land in New Mexico to build a life. Then a hypersonic weapons manufacturer moved next door.
Yulia Almazova · 3m
ICE agent at NYC shooting has history of alleged violence
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement supervisor involved in a Manhattan shooting has been repeatedly accused in federal court of unlawful arrests and using excessive force.
Dhruv Mehrotra · 2m
Used hybrids now cost more than new ones
As gas prices surge and EV sales fall, demand for hybrid cars is so strong that used 2026 Toyota Rav4s are selling above dealership prices.
Aarian Marshall · 1m
WIRED explores women and power in Silicon Valley
WIRED held a live recording of Uncanny Valley podcast in San Francisco on October 8 to examine the state of women in tech.
WIRED Staff · 1m
The Best Gifts for Your Jet-Setting Friend
A guide to travel gifts that ease the stress of being away from home, from luggage sets to sleep masks.
Boutayna Chokrane · 3m
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I Made Terrible Games With Google's AI Playground
A writer built three playable games in one day using Google's new AI game generator, discovering it is fun but limited by sameness and usage throttling.
Boone Ashworth · 2m
The Muslim manosphere policing women online
Religious misogyny dressed as faith is harassing women across social media, from the UAE to the UK.
Maysaa Ajjan · 2m
Super El Niño meets climate change
A record-breaking El Niño is colliding with a warming world, and scientists are racing to understand what that means.
Fernanda González · 1m
Data centers become midterm battleground
Candidates across the US are attacking opponents over data center support as the issue gains traction in tight races.
Molly Taft · 2m
Smart scales tested: which ones are worth buying
A WIRED reviewer tested smart scales from forty dollars to six hundred dollars to find which offer real value for tracking your health.
Christopher Null · 3m
Eighteen quirky Lego gifts beyond the basic sets
From Smart Bricks that light up to display-worthy Botanicals, here are unexpected Lego gifts for fans of all ages.
Simon Hill · 3m
Vancouver startup's woodpecker helmet beats the world
Pikio's new Oblik design scores 32 percent better than rivals on Virginia Tech's safety test, reshaping how the cycling industry thinks about brain protection.
Chris Haslam · 2m
AI bots are now fighting back against scammers
Governments struggle to stop cybercrime across borders, so companies are deploying AI to waste scammers' time and gather intelligence.
Lily Hay Newman · 2m
Medieval supernova revealed in stunning detail
The Gemini North telescope has captured the clearest image yet of Pa 30, a nebula from a supernova witnessed by Chinese and Japanese astronomers in 1181.
Jorge Garay · 1m
The best battery leaf blowers, tested with 8,800 leaves
WIRED tested five battery-powered leaf blowers against each other, clearing 8,800 leaves and knocking over concrete pavers to find the best option for your yard.
Sal Vaglica · 3m
Tesla Renames Driver Tech in Europe
Tesla changes driver tech name in Europe to avoid regulatory pushback.
Aarian Marshall · 1m
Publishers use AI while fighting it publicly
Three of the Big Five book publishers are quietly using AI tools to write emails, marketing copy and cover art, while their staff revolt against the secrecy and layoffs driving the shift.
Adam Morgan · 3m
Law & Order tackles AI murder plot
NBC's procedural explores what happens when an AI agent orders a hit, exposing real fears about tech industry accountability.
Ej Dickson · 1m
Disney Plus bundles save you up to 52 percent
Disney Plus offers multiple bundle deals combining streaming services at discounts ranging from 36 to 52 percent off regular prices.
Molly Higgins · 1m
Mac Mini wins, iMac needs refresh, Mac Studio for pros
Apple's three desktop Macs get a fresh look. The M6 Mac Mini is the pick for most people, the M5 Ultra Mac Studio dominates for AI work, and the aging iMac needs an update.
Luke Larsen · 4m
Dating apps test screenshot blocks as dunking culture grows
Hinge is testing screenshot protection in India as creators build audiences mocking dating profiles, sparking debate over privacy, safety and online shame.
Jason Parham · 2m
The iPod was perfect. The iPhone never will be.
Twenty-five years after its launch, the iPod remains the one device that did one thing flawlessly and made people happy.
Steven Levy · 2m
DOJ weighs perjury charges against Cassidy Hutchinson
Federal prosecutors are considering charging the former Trump aide who testified about January 6, citing inconsistencies in her account.
Hugo Lowell · 1m
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NASA opens Artemis II moon data to scientists
NASA releases 800 gigabytes of images, video and observations from the Artemis II mission, the first crewed spacecraft to approach the moon in five decades.
Jorge Garay · 1m
Lowe's promo codes and deals to save on appliances
Lowe's offers multiple ways to save on appliances, tools and home improvement supplies through promo codes, rewards programs and military discounts.
Molly Higgins · 2m
Instacart promo codes and deals for October 2026
Save on grocery delivery with free shipping, cashback cards, and referral bonuses.
Molly Higgins · 1m
We-Vibe coupon codes and discount offers
We-Vibe offers multiple ways to save on couples' sex toys, from email sign-ups to student and key worker discounts.
Amanda Chatel · 1m
Lovehoney promo codes and discounts
Lovehoney offers multiple ways to save on sex toys, lingerie and wellness products, from exclusive promo codes to student and military discounts.
Amanda Chatel · 1m
Herman Miller promo codes: save up to 40% off
Herman Miller offers several ways to discount its high-quality furniture, from bundle deals to refurbished chairs.
Nena Farrell · 1m
Midterms Races to Watch
Silicon Valley funding, AI regulation, and election denial shape key 2024 races.
David Gilbert · 2m
We're Picky About Water Bottles. You Should Be Too
WIRED tests reusable water bottles for taste, durability, and eco-impact.
Boutayna Chokrane · 2m
A trillion dollars, visualized
Elon Musk's wealth is so vast that humans struggle to comprehend it. A new interactive tool lets you spend it and see what a trillion actually buys.
Brian Barrett · 4m
Harris' nonprofit lays off half its staff to focus on founder
The Center for Humane Technology is abandoning policy research and litigation to make Tristan Harris the public face of its work.
Paresh Dave · 3m
Nobel Prize honors the chemists who solved nature's mirror puzzle
Henri Kagan and Kensō Soai won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for cracking how to make molecules with only one mirror-image form, transforming drug manufacturing.
Fernanda González · 1m
