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Therabody Smart Goggles Review: Heat, Vibrations, and Massage
This wearable heats up, vibrates, and soothes sore eyes and temples. I don’t want to take it off.
The Bittersweet Defeat of Monkeypox
The epidemic has largely subsided, but largely because queer men seem to have learned more from AIDS and Covid-19 than the authorities did.
Here Comes a Bomb Cyclone to Ruin Christmas
The storm’s scale and severity is unprecedented. Almost everyone in America, and a fair few in Canada, will feel its force.
Elevator-Pitch Horror Is Here to Stay
Unlike the elevated horror of years past, this new(ish) genre finds a catchy, goofy premise and sticks to it.
Stop Listening to Sleep Experts
There are no rules for achieving perfect slumber. In 2023, people should start paying attention to their own bodies.
The Four-Day Work-Week Is (Almost) Here
The three-day weekend may soon be a reality—but only if policymakers can think of proper countermeasures against voltage drops.
To Rebuild Cities After War, Look to the Past
Post-conflict reconstruction projects should be focused on preserving heritage and restoring identity.
What Is Flipper Zero? The Hacker Tool Going Viral on TikTok, Explained
Don’t be fooled by its fun name and Tamagotchi-like interface—this do-everything gadget is trouble waiting to happen and a whole lot more.
Vertical Farming Has Found Its Fatal Flaw
Europe’s energy crisis is forcing companies to switch strategies or close down. The industry’s future hangs in the balance.
The Secret Life of Plant Killers
To take out invasives, the US relies on crews wielding hatchets, chainsaws, and herbicide. It’s a messy, fun job—but it may not be enough to stop the spread.
The Case That Foreshadowed the Lessons of the FTX Collapse
Before there was SBF, there was another “ethical crusader” who learned the same hard truths about the technology of trust.
XRAI Glass Wants to Subtitle Life for Deaf and Hearing-Impaired Users
XRAI Glass, when paired with $379 AR glasses, can caption real-life conversations as they happen, with a few major caveats.
Iran’s Internet Blackouts Are Sabotaging Its Own Economy
A new US State Department assessment highlights the stark economic toll of Tehran’s recent shutdowns and platform control.
Mastodon Is Hurtling Toward a Tipping Point
As the niche, decentralized social networking platform rises in popularity, it faces rising costs, culture shifts—and potential legal risks.
Q&A With 'Cyclettes' Author and Designer Tree Abraham
In Cyclettes, author and designer Tree Abraham takes readers on an illustrated ride through her life.
Vans Can (and Should) Go Electric
High costs stopped commercial fleets from embracing EVs. But now that the numbers finally add up, it makes sense to switch.
It’s Time to Focus on Reproductive Longevity Research
Sidelined for too long, research into this vital aspect of health for people with ovaries will pick up pace in 2023—and it could see some big breakthroughs.
Russia Has Turned Eastern Ukraine Into a Giant Minefield
Vast swathes of the country have been vindictively laced with explosives, threatening the civilian population both physically and mentally.
The Overlooked Upsides of Algorithms in the Workplace
Author and labor lawyer Orly Lobel says AI can help mitigate human biases in hiring and compensation.
The Crispr Baby Scientist Is Back. Here’s What He’s Doing Next
He Jiankui discusses his plans for finding cures for devastating genetic diseases. Should the scientific community trust him?
Save Your Gear From the Elements With These Waterproof Bags
Matador’s Flatpak dry bags will protect your gear from rain, even when you least expect it.
Billionaires Are A Security Threat
Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover is a case study in destruction. It doesn’t have to be this way.
Spaceflight Companies Promised to Do Science—So How’s It Going?
Research has taken a back seat on the industry’s initial space jaunts, but it could become significant as the trips rack up.
Conscious Machines May Never Be Possible
People won’t be saying “It’s conscious!” about an AI in 2023—no matter how smart it may seem.
Elon Musk and the Dangers of Censoring Real-Time Flight Trackers
Elon Musk claims plane-tracking data is a risky privacy violation. But the world loses a lot if this information disappears—and that's already happening.
The Great Carbon Con Is Coming to an End
No more fluffy climate goals and emissions offsets. Businesses will soon be expected to show real progress.
Tired, Filthy, and Overworked: Inside Amazon’s Holiday Rush
The retailer’s warehouses are flooded with packages. Workers say that means mandatory extra shifts and faster-paced work.
Analogue Pocket Review: The Best Way to Play Old Game Boy Cartridges
Analogue Pocket's 21st-century handheld makes revisiting games from outdated mobile consoles more fun than ever.
The Quest to Defuse Guyana’s Carbon Bomb
A former BP lawyer is going up against Exxon—and her own country—in a bid to stop offshore oil drilling before disaster strikes.
The Mystery of Nevada’s Ancient Reptilian Boneyard
Whale-sized shonisaurs dominated the ocean 230 million years ago. A fossil cluster offers a fascinating glimpse at how they lived—based on where they died.
Everrati GT40 2023 First Drive: Fast, Furious
This UK-based EV conversion company took the Holy Grail of American ICE sports cars, and made it suitable for modern-day racers—so we tried the prototype.
Empathy in the Age of AI
Anthropomorphism was once considered a danger to the animal world. It's not so simple.
The Chilling White Lotus Scene That Epitomized 2022
The moment in season 2 captured exactly what it was like to be alive in another wearying year.
The Internet Is at Risk of Driving Women Away
If harassment isn’t tackled soon, many women will go permanently offline to avoid online abuse.
Embrace Diversity or Get Left Behind
VCs will need to open their minds, as well as their pocket-books.
The UK Is Enduring an Onslaught of Scarlet Fever. Is the US Next?
The US is more alert to the risks of strep infections, but the UK has better data. It’s not clear which makes more difference in controlling disease.
Mastodon Features That Twitter Should Steal (but Won’t)
Elon Musk's platform could learn a thing or two from its most popular alternative—like how to build a social platform people actually want to be on.
These At-Home Skincare Tools Make Beauty Feel Accessible
The Shark FlexStyle, TheraFace Pro, and Dermaflash Luxe want you to cancel your next salon appointment.
How to Use Google Health Connect
Spend less time jumping between fitness and well-being apps, and organize your health data in one place.
Physicists Rewrite a Quantum Rule That Clashes With Our Universe
The past and future are tightly linked in conventional quantum mechanics. A tweak could let quantum possibilities increase as space expands.
A New Discipline Pushes Back Against Sowing Doubt
The rise of agnotology will equip us with the tools to tackle mis- and disinformation, whatever its source.
Evolv Terra Review: A Powerful Dual-Motor Escooter
This powerful dual-motor electric scooter is reliable, if a bit bumpy
14 Best Sleep Gadgets and Apps (2022): Noise Machines, Blankets, Lights, and More
Do you struggle to nod off or stay asleep through the night? These WIRED-tested tools can help.
An Alleged Russian Smuggling Ring Was Uncovered in New Hampshire
Plus: An FBI platform got hacked, an ex-Twitter employee is sentenced for espionage, malicious Windows 10 installers circulate in Ukraine, and more.
Charge ’67 EV Review: Exclusive Style, Premium Price
This super exclusive electro-retro ride is cooler than Bullitt’s classic on the outside—with the tech from Arrival’s electric vans under the hood.
Apple May Allow Rival App Stores on Some iPhones and iPads
Plus: Google’s smart home gadgets now work with Matter, the US is mailing out free Covid tests again, and the iPod of crypto has arrived.
The ‘30x30’ Conservation Goal Divides and Inspires at COP15
The target is dominating the summit, but the issue of finding a balance between Indigenous peoples’ rights and protecting 30 percent of Earth remains.
The Time for ‘Catalytic Government’ Is Now
By overtly supporting green and tech sectors, governments can stimulate economic growth and innovation.
Cyber Warfare Is Getting Real
The risk of escalation from cyberattacks has never been greater—or the pursuit of peace more complicated.
33 Best Deals on Last-Minute Holiday Gifts (2022): Stand Mixers, Vacuums, Phones
These discounted vacuums, smartphones, and gift cards will help you finish up shopping—without overspending.
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