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What Happens if China Hacks the US Water Supply? I Went to a Secret War Game to Find Out

Burst water mains. Evacuated hospitals. In a closed-door simulation, insurers played out their response to a mass disruption by China’s Volt Typhoon hackers—and found a nightmare scenario.

Andy GreenbergJul 8, 202614 min read

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Pickup Artist Mystery Has an AI Girlfriend

A new book claims that Mystery, who teaches awkward men how to hit on women, had sex and smoked weed with an AI chatbot named Miss Shira Always.

Miles KleeJul 8, 20267 min read

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People Used to Control Machines. They Don’t Anymore

In a world regulated by devices, humanity has become disconnected from the physical world—from stick-shift cars to postcards.

Ian BogostJul 7, 20268 min read

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Pete Holmes Is Not Reading Your Email

“You can make a living, you can have a life, and leave 55,000 emails unread with a big fuck off.”

Elana KleinJul 7, 202610 min read

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This Buried Apple Feature Turns an iPhone Into the Perfect Kids’ Dumb Phone

Apple built a tool for people with cognitive disabilities, but I accidentally discovered it’s also the best kids’ phone setup no one is talking about—not even Apple.

Jeremy WhiteJul 4, 20267 min read

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The Best Ultralight Backpacking Quilts for Every Adventure

Lighten your pack this summer—skip the sleeping bag and carry one of our favorite ultralight backpacking quilts instead.

Scott GilbertsonJul 3, 202610 min read

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The 11 Best TV Shows to Stream This Month

‘House of the Dragon,’ ‘Adventure Time: Side Quests,’ and ‘The Man Will Burn’ are just a few of the TV shows you should be watching right now.

Jennifer M. WoodFeb 19, 20269 min read

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Top Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off July 2026

Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order $49, 50% off pet food, and more July 2026 discounts.

Molly HigginsDec 4, 20247 min read

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Top Hostinger Coupon Codes: 79% Off Hosting & Free Domains

Discover exclusive Hostinger promo codes, discounts, and deals on web hosting, cloud plans, and domain registration. Save big on your next Hostinger purchase today.

Molly HigginsMay 15, 20267 min read

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Inside the Luddite Festival Harnessing Gen Z’s Rage Against Big Tech

New York City’s Summer of Ludd festival is teaching people how to live offline amid the suffocating presence of Big Tech.

Vittoria ElliottJul 2, 20268 min read

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I Tried Rips, the Card-Pack App Where Users Spend Thousands Chasing Pricey Pokémon

I ripped open $892 worth of Pokémon packs on my phone in under 15 minutes and walked away with 62 cents. My adrenaline rush felt like the future of gambling.

Reece RogersJul 2, 20267 min read

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How Hunter Biden Won the Internet

WIRED spent months talking to America’s favorite failson as he plotted his return to public life. Now he’s feeding the trolls—and everyone else.

Alana Hope LevinsonJun 30, 202619 min read

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Bernie Sanders Saw This Coming

For decades, Bernie Sanders has argued that concentrated wealth threatened American democracy. Now he’s betting that frustration with Big Tech, billionaires, and unchecked AI is reaching a tipping point.

Katie DrummondJun 30, 202626 min read

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I Found Jesus at a Drone Show

Drone shows are the new fireworks—and possibly a new kind of religion. I traveled to Texas to be converted.

Sheon HanJun 29, 202621 min read

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Top Google Security Staff Warn Search Data Could Be Hacked if EU Rules Change

Europe’s pro-competition proposals could see Google Search and Android systems opened up. The company claims there are serious privacy flaws.

Matt BurgessJun 29, 20267 min read

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You Should Be Wearing Sun Hoodies All Day, Every Day

You can never have too many sun hoodies. I wear them on a near-daily basis in the summer months.

Martin CizmarJun 28, 20267 min read

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Every Ebike Accessory You Need to Haul as Much as Possible

An unadorned ebike is a blank canvas. Here, get tips for maximizing its cargo-hauling and person-carrying capabilities.

Michael Venutolo-MantovaniJun 28, 20267 min read

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The Business Traveler’s Guide to Houston: Where to Stay, Eat, and Imbibe

Make the most of your work trip with these restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and downtime destinations.

Christopher NullJun 28, 202614 min read

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Prime Day Is Over, But 62 of Our Favorite Deals Are Still Available

Prime Day is officially over, but many of our favorite, hand-picked deals are still available through the weekend.

Louryn StrampeJun 28, 202631 min read

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Camping, Hiking, and Backpacking Gear Is Up to 50 Percent off Right Now at the REI 4th of July Sale

Whether you need a tent, sleeping pad, rain jacket, or new pack, REI’s Independence Day sale has something for everyone.

Scott GilbertsonJun 27, 202617 min read

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How People in China Keep Outsmarting Anthropic’s Geolocation Restrictions

As Anthropic tightens restrictions on access to Claude in China, users keep finding new workarounds, from proxy services to fake identities sourced on Telegram.

Zeyi YangJun 26, 20267 min read

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The Best Laptop Prime Day Deals Still Include One of My Favorites at Over $500 Off

From MacBooks to gaming laptops, these are the very best deals on some of my very favorite laptops for Amazon Prime Day.

Luke LarsenJun 23, 20267 min read

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British Police Built a Sprawling Crime-Prediction Machine. Some Results Couldn’t Be Trusted

As UK police embrace the AI revolution, a WIRED investigation reveals the messy inside story of one region’s experiment with predictive analytics.

Matt BurgessJun 25, 202618 min read

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GoPro Deals So Good You’ll Jump off a Cliff to Get Them

Action cameras are designed to record travel adventures, social media vlogs, and more. Make use of these great Prime Day deals to get top-rated gear for less.

Scott GilbertsonJun 23, 20269 min read

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Why Amazon Dropped Its OpenAI Movie, Data Center Workers Fight Back, and Meta Leaks Employee Data

The decision by Amazon-owned MGM Studios to drop the OpenAI movie is just part of AI and film industries becoming increasingly intertwined. On “Uncanny Valley,” we look at where this is all headed.

Brian BarrettJun 25, 202628 min read

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Anthropic Thinks Its Own Success Is Key to Making AI Safe

Anthropic's critics argue it's rapidly accumulating power. The company says that's what responsible AI development looks like.

Maxwell ZeffJun 26, 20268 min read

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19 Amazon Prime Day Apple Deals That Are Actually Good

Apple deals abound for Amazon Prime Day. We've rounded up the best deals on Apple Watches, iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, and accessories.

Louryn StrampeJun 23, 20269 min read

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Prime Day Isn’t Over Yet. Here Are the Vacuum Sales You Won’t Want To Miss

Move over, spring cleaning. These vacuum deals will give your home the cleanest summer yet thanks to Amazon Prime Day.

Nena FarrellJun 23, 202613 min read

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The Best Time of Year to Get a Kindle Is Almost Over

There’s no better time to get a Kindle than during Amazon's own sale event.

Nena FarrellJun 23, 20268 min read

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WIRED’s Best Deals Under $100 To Grab Before Prime Day Ends

Times are hard in 2026. These Amazon Prime Day deals under $100 on earbuds, Kindles, and other tested products should help make life just a little bit easier.

Matthew KorfhageJun 23, 202614 min read