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How Trump Weaponized the DOJ Division That Kept Elections Fair

The Trump administration has effectively forced out more than two dozen experienced lawyers from the DOJ's Voting Section, the part of the agency responsible for upholding the Voting Rights Act.

David Gilbert 3 months ago

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Essential Gear for an Emergency Kit—for Cars or Go-Bags

We consulted preparedness experts and WIRED's team of testers for the essential gear to keep on hand in case of wildfires, earthquakes, and lord knows what else.

Matthew Korfhage 3 months ago

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Best Walking Pads for Working From Home (2026)

Our remote team clocked serious hours walking, working, and sometimes jogging to find the best under-desk treadmills for home offices and small spaces.

Boutayna Chokrane 3 months ago

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Smart Cat Collars: Which Is Best for Health and GPS Tracking?

I pitted Tractive and Fi Mini smart cat collars against each other to crown the best for activity, sleep, and GPS tracking.

Molly Higgins 3 months ago

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13 Best Coolers for Sunshine and Nighttime (2026)

We tested coolers on camping trips, road trips, beach days, and at parties to bring you our favorite models for every situation. The Yeti Tundra Haul is our top pick.

Louryn Strampe 3 months ago

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Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 Shoe Review: World Record Breaker

I ran in Sabastian Sawe’s world-record-breaking running shoe. It’s fast, but only if you can maintain your locked-in form for 26 miles.

Kieran Alger 3 months ago

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Your Phone Notifications Reveal More Than You Realize. Here’s How to Lock Them Down

A recent case shows law enforcement can see incoming Signal messages by searching an iPhone, even after the Signal app has been deleted. Here’s what to know, and how to protect yourself.

David Nield 3 months ago

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Which Automatic Litter Box Is Best? We Tested Litter-Robot’s Lineup

Whisker’s Litter-Robot name has become synonymous with the automatic litter box. We’ve tested the entire lineup and can help you choose the best model for your household.

Molly Higgins 3 months ago

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When Robots Have Their ChatGPT Moment, Remember These Pincers

From sorting chicken nuggets to screwing in light bulbs, Eka’s robots are eerily lifelike. But do they have real physical smarts?

Will Knight 3 months ago

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The Justice Department Has Destroyed Its Voting Rights Section

There were around 30 attorneys in the DOJ’s Voting Section on the day of Donald Trump’s second inauguration. Three months later, all but two were gone. Now the election deniers are in control.

David Gilbert 3 months ago

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Vari Align Desk Chair Review (2026): Breathable, Comfy, Low Cost

The comfortable new office chair from standing-desk pioneer Vari strikes a delicate balance between support and simplicity. Petite people might find it too roomy, though.

Matthew Korfhage 3 months ago

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How AI Could Help Combat Antibiotic Resistance

At WIRED Health, British surgeon Ara Darzi said AI is set to transform the diagnosis and treatment of drug-resistant infections. But a lack of incentives means innovation may not reach patients.

Emily Mullin 3 months ago

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20% Off LG Promo Code & Coupons | May 2026

Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and monitors.

Ryan Waniata 3 months ago

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OpenAI Really Wants Codex to Shut Up About Goblins

“Never talk about goblins, gremlins, raccoons, trolls, ogres, pigeons, or other animals or creatures unless it is absolutely and unambiguously relevant,” reads OpenAI’s coding agent instructions.

Will Knight 3 months ago

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Elon Musk Testifies That He Started OpenAI to Prevent a ‘Terminator Outcome’

The judge also warned Musk and Sam Altman to curb their “propensity to use social media to make things worse outside the courtroom” after both sides traded attacks online.

Paresh Dave, Maxwell Zeff 3 months ago

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Sniffies’ Users Worry About a ‘Straightification’ of the Gay Hookup App

Tinder and Hinge parent company Match Group invested $100 million into the queer cruising app Sniffies. The move has left users feeling uneasy about what happens next.

Jason Parham 3 months ago

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‘It’s Undignified’: Hundreds of Workers Training Meta’s AI Could Be Laid Off

More than 700 people working for a Meta contractor in Ireland are at risk of losing their jobs, documents show.

Joel Khalili 3 months ago

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The UK’s Answer to Darpa Wants to Rewire the Human Brain

ARIA has a billion-dollar budget and big aspirations for tackling everything from epilepsy to Alzheimer's.

David Cox 3 months ago

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Why Sharing a Screenshot Can Get You Jailed in the UAE

The war in Iran has drawn attention to arrests in the United Arab Emirates over online content, but the legal framework behind that enforcement has existed for years.

Dana Alomar 3 months ago

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UAE to Exit OPEC After Nearly 60 Years

On May 1, the United Arab Emirates will end its a 59-year membership in the oil consortium, allowing it to raise output during one of the most volatile energy markets in years.

Carla Sertin 3 months ago

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Amazon's Kindle Colorsoft Gets a Dark Mode (2026)

Amazon's color e-reader finally gets a dark mode.

Nena Farrell 3 months ago

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A DOGE Affiliate Is Now in Charge of the US Government’s ID Platform

Greg Hogan will oversee Login.gov as the government seeks to integrate driver’s license and passport information into the service, making what one insider calls “a national ID.”

Vittoria Elliott 3 months ago

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Colorado's Anti-Repair Bill Is Dead

Colorado has led the US on legislation that ensures people can fix their stuff. Manufacturers tried to claw back that control, but ultimately failed—for now.

Boone Ashworth 3 months ago

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Get Ready for More Brain-Scanning Consumer Gadgets

Neurable, which makes noninvasive brain-computer interfaces, is licensing its technology and promises a “flood” of new third-party hardware this year and next.

Julian Chokkattu 3 months ago

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