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Feb 25, 2026
After migrating from misogynist forums to social media feeds, terms like "looksmaxxing" and "mogged" are now impossible to avoid.
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Feb 25, 2026
The software engineer is famous for his online stunts. Now he's joining the company behind ChatGPT to work on new ways for humans to use AI systems.
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Feb 25, 2026
An open source project called Scrapling is gaining traction with AI agent users who want their bots to scrape sites without permission.
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Feb 25, 2026
It's not the flashiest deal, but if you need a new pair of our favorite earbuds for iPhone owners, you can snag them at a slight discount.
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Feb 25, 2026
Samsung's new phones all get AI enhancements, and the flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra has a Privacy Display that can block the screen from nosy neighbors.
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Feb 25, 2026
Starting with the Samsung Galaxy S26, Google's Gemini can automate tasks in popular mobile apps. We got a live demo of the new feature in action.
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Feb 25, 2026
A popular right-wing account that called a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes "a masterpiece" appears to be run by a White House staffer, according to records reviewed by WIRED.
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Feb 25, 2026
Leading prediction market Kalshi has revealed details of two recent insider trading cases it flagged to authorities, giving a rare look at how the platform enforces its policies.
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Feb 25, 2026
Trump supporters are angry at the lack of arrests after the latest Epstein file dump but have targeted their ire at Kash Patel, Pam Bondi, and Steve Bannon rather than the president.
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Feb 25, 2026
If you've ever wanted to bounce ideas off your favorite historical figure, Ailias gives you the chance.
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Feb 25, 2026
Need the power of a Linux desktop in a laptop? Kubuntu Focus' latest laptop is perfect for developers, video editors, and anyone who needs serious computing power.
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Feb 25, 2026
From workout-ready earbuds to gaming over-ears, these WIRED-tested picks sound like a million bucks.
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Feb 25, 2026
From workout-ready earbuds to gaming over-ears, these WIRED-tested picks sound like a million bucks.
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Feb 25, 2026
There's a good way to throw out the ISS. And then there's a really bad way.
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Feb 25, 2026
The Vantrue E1 4K Pro is the smallest dashcam I've seen with high-resolution video and great daytime license plate capture. But the night, it comes.
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Feb 25, 2026
Drug kingpin Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes may be dead, but the Jalisco cartel he ran for years will likely outlive him—thanks, in part, to the criminal group's embrace of technology.
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Feb 25, 2026
Swiss shoemaker On's newest kicks—the LightSpray Cloudmaster 3 Hyper—are laceless shoes with a single-piece, stretchy, sprayed-on toe box.
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Feb 25, 2026
Stream your favorite shows for up to $80 off this month, and save on subscription plans with the latest Peacock TV coupons from WIRED.
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Feb 25, 2026
Browse chef-curated meal plans, plus get $25 off with an exclusive Blue Apron coupon code, plus 50% off your first 2 orders, and more top coupons on WIRED.
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Feb 25, 2026
When you visit your local H&R Block store or get help from a tax pro online, you can save up to $25 when you use one of our (unique) codes.
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Feb 24, 2026
The US Justice Department disclosures give fresh clues about how tech companies handle government inquiries about your data.
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Feb 24, 2026
JBL's fabulous Flip 7 speaker is on super sale for $100. Grab this go-anywhere companion on the cheap before the nice weather hits.
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Feb 24, 2026
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 have excellent compatibility and a comfortable, lightweight fit.
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Feb 24, 2026
As the United States takes new steps against the regime that has ruled the island since 1959, the Cuban people face 20-hour blackouts, decreased internet access, and shortages of basic supplies.
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Feb 24, 2026
New research sheds light on what drives reddish water to emerge from underground to pour onto the Taylor Glacier.
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Feb 24, 2026
Tide's Evo Tiles are lightweight, fibrous squares of detergent that simplify the laundry process—and also act as a slightly more eco-friendly alternative to the Tide Pod.
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Feb 24, 2026
These 2-in-1 computers upgrade the norm with touchscreen displays, 360-degree hinges, and detachable keyboards.
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Feb 24, 2026
Fellow's new espresso machine offers capabilities previously seen only in commercial machines. Some of those are still being fleshed out.
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Feb 24, 2026
It's a drop-bar electric mountain bike! It's a full-suspension electric gravel bike! It's everything at once, and it's awesome.
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Feb 24, 2026
From travel days to board meetings, these laptop totes are designed to protect your valuables, and then some.
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Feb 24, 2026
Fisker went out of business in 2024, but its biggest fans want to bring the "right to repair" to the masses.
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Feb 24, 2026
In his new book, A World Appears, Michael Pollan argues that artificial intelligence can do many things—it just can't be a person.
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Feb 24, 2026
From small art schools to large public universities, the new DOJ release of emails reveals just how deep the financier's influence in academia went. Students are demanding accountability.
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Feb 23, 2026
This soundbar is just the beginning, with the option to add wireless bookshelf speakers or a subwoofer.
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Feb 23, 2026
Need to schlep some stuff? Consider these field-tested duffel bags. The Eastpak Duffel Pack S Tarp Black2 is our top pick.
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Feb 23, 2026
This episode of Uncanny Valley covers the people resigning from AI companies and the humans getting hired by AI agents. Plus, we attend a soiree thrown by a conservative women's magazine.
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Feb 23, 2026
This episode of Uncanny Valley covers the people resigning from AI companies and the humans getting hired by AI agents. Plus, we attend a soiree thrown by a conservative women's magazine.
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Feb 23, 2026
Despite Donald Trump's unrelenting attacks on renewable energy, there's a quiet revolution happening on US grids.
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Feb 23, 2026
The CEO of the supercar company says demand for high-end full electric cars is "almost zero." Could this mean Ferrari's Luce will be dead on arrival?
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Feb 23, 2026
Our favorite down puffer jackets will keep you warm in the backcountry and around town.
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Feb 23, 2026
We break down the current iPad lineup to help you figure out which of Apple's tablets is best for you.
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Feb 23, 2026
History was unmade last year, as engineers began the massive project of ripping the first-ever transoceanic fiber-optic cable from the ocean floor. Just don't mention sharks.
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Feb 22, 2026
A failure in the helium flow of the SLS rocket has prompted NASA to delay the Artemis II moon mission. Rather than March 6, the launch is now targeted for April.
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Feb 22, 2026
It's easier than ever to test for sexually transmitted infections at home. We break down whether or not you should.
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Feb 22, 2026
Whether you're looking for extra-warm jackets or bedding, you've probably seen this term. Let us, er, fill you in.
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Feb 22, 2026
You can avoid Google's AI summaries in your search results by simply adjusting your query. Or just switch search engines altogether.
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Feb 22, 2026
It's the most studied supplement in sports medicine, but it's not just for athletes anymore.
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Feb 22, 2026
How to choose a toothbrush that protects your smile and gum health.
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Feb 22, 2026
Next month, the Earth will come between the sun and the moon, causing the moon to take on an eerie reddish hue.
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Feb 21, 2026
Sony's WH-CH720N headphones offer excellent value at full price, but right now they're a steal.
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Feb 21, 2026
From pins to mascots to Swatch watches, memorabilia from the Milano Cortina Games is showing up on sites like eBay and Vinted.
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Feb 21, 2026
You might assume all monitors under $200 are terrible. But after trying some out, I found a few that defy expectations.
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Feb 21, 2026
Headphone jacks are endangered, but they're not gone. Here are our favorite smartphones that still let you plug and play.
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Feb 21, 2026
Plus: The cybersecurity community grapples with Epstein files revelations, the US State Department plans an online anti-censorship "portal" for the world, and more.
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Feb 21, 2026
By typing simple, text-based commands into Windows' PowerShell, you can quickly install apps directly from the Microsoft Store—all without the typical ads or clutter.
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Feb 21, 2026
After just two months, my husband saw enough hair regrowth that his college friends commented on it.
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Feb 21, 2026
From disappointments to scandals to Madison Chock and Evan Bates' silver medal, figure skating brought some of the biggest surprises of the Milano Cortina Games. We talked to Adam Rippon to find out why.
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Feb 21, 2026
Following increased surveillance and patrols of routes used by transnational drug-trafficking networks, Mexican authorities have seized approximately 10 tons of cocaine in the past week alone.
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Feb 20, 2026
The president signed an executive order implementing 10 percent global tariffs after calling the justices who struck down his signature trade policy a "disgrace."
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Feb 20, 2026
Despite Friday's SCOTUS ruling, many tariffs affecting the auto industry will remain. So will the other dynamics that have led to today's historically high car prices.
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Feb 20, 2026
What scientists thought were four separate star clusters are actually part of one nearly invisible system.
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Feb 20, 2026
Self-driving vehicle companies are revealing new details about their safety-critical "remote assistance" programs—but questions remain.
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Feb 20, 2026
After the US Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's tariff regime, investment firms are in line for a whopping return on a niche trade.
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Feb 20, 2026
This Samsung OLED comes loaded with features specifically for gamers.
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Feb 20, 2026
Homeland Security aims to combine its face and fingerprint systems into one big biometric platform—after dismantling centralized privacy reviews and key limits on face recognition.
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Feb 20, 2026
A 2023 law championed by Republicans requires the CDC have a director confirmed by the Senate. For months, though, it's had only acting directors—and the White House won't say when that will change.
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Feb 20, 2026
Comments and other data left on a PDF detailing Homeland Security's proposal to build "mega" detention and processing centers reveal the personnel involved in its creation.
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Feb 20, 2026
Branch makes excellent office essentials, and our top picks are discounted.
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Feb 20, 2026
Anthropic doesn't want its AI used in autonomous weapons or government surveillance. Those carve-outs could cost it a major military contract.
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Feb 20, 2026
In a 6-3 ruling, justices upended the Trump administration's signature economic policy, potentially putting the US government on the hook for at least $175 billion in tariff refunds.
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Feb 20, 2026
We used particle size analysis and real-world testing to find the best conical burr, flat burr, and blade grinders for every budget and style of coffee drinker.
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Feb 20, 2026
Epilogue's adorable GB Operator plug-in gizmo is a must-have for collectors of retro Nintendo Game Boy games.
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Feb 20, 2026
The Boldr Kelvin heater looks cool and promises energy savings and far-infrared heat. Too bad it also heats backward.
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Feb 20, 2026
Massive data centers for generative AI are bad for the Earth. How about launching them into orbit?
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Feb 20, 2026
Whether you're hiking, climbing, or backpacking, here's how to use base layers, mid layers, and a shell to be comfortable no matter what nature throws at you.
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Feb 20, 2026
Inside Dewar's cavernous whisky warehouses, man's best mechanical friend—a Boston Dynamics robot dog with an ethanol sensor for a nose—is on the hunt for leaky barrels.
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Feb 20, 2026
These edibles made from functional fungi are not your childhood Flintstone vitamins.
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Feb 20, 2026
Presearch's "Doppelgänger" is trying to help people discover adult creators rather than use nonconsensual deepfakes.
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Feb 20, 2026
Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket are booming, and so is a fight among regulators, lawmakers, and advocates over their legality.
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Feb 20, 2026
If you have multiple email accounts, your Gmail setup may soon need some reorganizing.
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Feb 20, 2026
We used particle size analysis and real-world testing to find the best conical burr, flat burr, and blade grinders for every budget and style of coffee drinker.
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Feb 20, 2026
House Democrats are demanding answers from the National Institute of Standards and Technology and urging it to halt rumored changes they say could undermine its mission.
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Feb 20, 2026
The Olympics often provide a moment of unity and celebration during times of geopolitical uncertainty. But blind nationalism didn't win at the 2026 Winter Games.
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Feb 20, 2026
When you visit your local H&R Block store, you can save up to $50 when you use one of our (unique) codes.
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Feb 19, 2026
Documents say customs officers in the US Virgin Islands had friendly relationships with Epstein years after his 2008 conviction, showing how the infamous sex offender tried to cultivate allies.
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Feb 19, 2026
The Fulu Foundation, a nonprofit that pays out bounties for removing user-hostile features, is hunting for a way to keep Ring cameras from sending data to Amazon—without breaking the hardware.
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Feb 19, 2026
A staffer of the Incognito dark web market was secretly controlled by the FBI—and still allegedly approved the sale of fentanyl-tainted pills, including those from a dealer linked to a confirmed death.
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Feb 19, 2026
The Executive Branch has a reported membership list that includes Trumpworld elites like David Sacks. A WIRED review of corporate filings reveals an under-the-radar player: a notorious former DC police officer.
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Feb 19, 2026
Fallout, Neighbors, and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters are just a few of the TV shows we're swooning over for February.
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Feb 19, 2026
On TikTok, Chinese manufacturers are advertising signal-blocking weapons with the breezy cadence of consumer lifestyle advertising.
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Feb 19, 2026
Workers describe a deteriorating culture at Block, the company behind Square and Cash App, where layoffs continue and employees are expected to use AI tools daily.
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Feb 19, 2026
These compact Edifier speakers may not be the fanciest, but they'll blow your monitor's built-in speakers out of the water.
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Feb 19, 2026
The Boston startup uses AI to translate and verify legacy software for defense contractors, arguing modernization can't come at the cost of new bugs.
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Feb 19, 2026
The AI search startup once predicted advertising would be a massive business. Now it's betting on a smaller, more valuable audience.
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Feb 19, 2026
"If you are interested in helping shape and deliver the next chapter of Palantir's work across DHS, please reach out," a Palantir executive wrote to employees about the massive purchasing agreement.
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Feb 19, 2026
We sifted through the fine print to figure out how to score the best deal on all the major carriers in 2026
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Feb 19, 2026
The Gear team spends countless hours in front of displays while writing for you. So we reviewed those too (including a portable screen).
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Feb 19, 2026
Shopping for a phone can be an ordeal. That's why we've tested almost every Android phone, from the smartest to the cheapest—even phones that fold—to find the ones worth your money.
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Feb 19, 2026
There's little reason to pay top dollar for a smartphone. These iPhones and Android devices—ranging from $100 to $600—stood up to WIRED's testing.
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Feb 19, 2026
Lifting weights can keep you carrying groceries and riding bikes even as you get older. Here's our guide to a simple home setup.
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