Plus: Inside an early Facebook funding meeting, how units of measurement got so messed up, and a mission for mankind.

Netflix just announced the docuseries is getting a second season. But … why?

The classic comment and caption has become a meme in its own right. Harmless as it may seem, a close study reveals dark undertones.

This week, we look at the new Surface hardware and try to determine how much experimentation your workflow can withstand.

A key backer of a 2018 Oakland law to rein in tools like automated license plate readers says the city is not following the rules.

Students whose parents didn't go to college often work instead of joining extracurricular activities, and can lag peers on skills like résumé writing.

A new exhibit by classical portrait painter Agnieska Pilat seeks to bring out the "essence" of her most recent sitters: Boston Dynamics' Spot and Atlas.

The trailer for the film Moonfall shows our satellite getting too close for comfort. Here are the physics of what it would take to push the moon out of orbit

The prior algorithm adjusted calculations for Black patients—making it harder for them to qualify for transplants and other treatments.

The creators of Blacks & Whites want to make talking about inequality easier—and might teach your racist uncle a thing or two.

A recent wave of attacks belies an apparent lull toward the end of the summer.

Local evidence of the cataclysm has literally washed away over the years. But Oregon’s Douglas firs may have recorded clues deep in their tree rings.

DeSnake apparently eluded the DOJ's takedown of AlphaBay. The admin talked to WIRED about his return—and the resurrection of the notorious underground marketplace.

As the agency develops plans for exploring the moon and Mars, it's seeking cutting-edge research that could turn science fiction into reality.

Is your work space lacking in form and function? Some of our favorite desks, webcams, and keyboards are discounted right now.

Government regulation will never fix everything wrong with online discourse. The industry needs to develop professional norms—just as journalism once did.

The second time around, Microsoft’s foldable mobile comes closer to what it actually is: a phone.

The new hardware includes an updated Surface Duo 2, which you can finally call a phone, and a cute eco-friendly mouse.

It’s important to take a breather when you’re exhausted by the world.

This tablet is powerful and pleasantly smol. But its steep price makes it a tough buy if you already have a phone, laptop, and TV.

The path forward requires a new understanding of our burning world.

An alarming new study finds that infant feces contain 10 times more polyethylene terephthalate (aka polyester) than an adult’s.

Shedworks’ creative director Gregorios Kythreotis explains the highs and lows of exploration in Sable, a chilled-out comedic sci-fi masterpiece.

Apple’s latest software update has a bunch of new security features. Here's how to put them to use.

The two top-tier iPhones are better than ever, but they’re not as tantalizing as the standard iPhone 13.

Even without the newest feature, this fitness band hits a sweet spot between price and functionality.

Looking to replace an old model? Apple’s newest non-Pro handsets are more than enough phone for most everyone.

The waterproof e-reader now comes in three different options, with bigger, brighter screens and faster response times.

For her new book, Devi Lockwood traveled around the world gathering stories of how people are being directly affected by a warming planet.

Players of online games can be harassed when their voices don't match their gender identity. New AI-fueled software may help.

The question has plagued scientists for centuries. A new study offers some answers.

Ayu Larassanti, the voice of Kena, talks about her Balinese background, how it influenced the game’s hero, and the importance of authentic casting.

Flight made video games like World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy XIV easier to play, but some say that convenience came at a cost.

The comic-book adaptation is an insightful examination of gender politics. It’s also a glimpse at what values people hold onto amidst tragedy.

Pre-saving a song before its release can give third parties access to eye-popping amounts of data about your listening habits.

The goo that grows in soaked buildings can cause infections and allergies—an issue that’s understudied even as climate change leads to more frequent deluges.

New tools that help developers write software also generate similar mistakes.

Download one of these trail-mapping apps to make sure you can always find your way in the great outdoors, whether you have cell service or not.

The concept of a dimension seems simple enough, but mathematicians struggled for centuries to precisely define and understand it.

Have you ever wanted a phone you could toss off a staircase? For $550, this durable smartphone is one tough mudder.

Secretlab’s metal Magnus desk is expensive and heavy, but it makes cable management a breeze.

From file backups to movie streaming, network attached storage drives offer plenty of functions and features.

The first all-civilian, all-private spaceflight splashed down off the coast of Florida.

Plus: Remote learning spyware, an AT&T bribery scandal, and more of the week's top security news.

It’s expensive, but this espresso machine is a shrine to the pleasures of fine coffee.

‘Zombie’ purple urchins have obliterated West Coast kelp forests with their insatiable appetites. Can they be stopped?

Fall in love with a new hobby this autumn with discounts on phones, bicycle apparel, and more.

After being in one career for decades, I had to relearn how to apply for jobs—and how to stand out. Here are a few tips.

The tech giants have set a troubling new precedent.

It’s still pricey even with this deal, but this Samsung has almost everything you could want in an Android phone right now.