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Plus: Google’s U-turn on creepy “fingerprint” tracking, the LockBit ransomware gang’s teased comeback, and a potential US ban on the most popular routers in America.

On Christmas Eve, NASA's fastest-moving probe will come closer than ever to the surface of the sun.

Microbes found in green spaces can transfer into your body, increasing bacterial diversity and potentially boosting the strength of the immune system.

It’s past time we applauded the creative skills of LLMs—and it might make us appreciate humans more too.

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From layoffs to the return of Gamergate, video games—and the people who make and play them—had a rough year.

Oropouche virus has posed little threat outside South America in the past, but land-use change, the climate crisis, and international travel all appear to be spreading this insect-borne disease to new places.

A day after Google announced its first model capable of reasoning over problems, OpenAI has upped the stakes with an improved version of its own.

Chatbots aren't very good at picking gifts, but that didn't stop me from burning the planet in a quest for the perfect baking equipment.

Yes, the weight distribution on an aircraft really does affect how well it flies. Our physics guy explains.

A combination of puzzle-solving, bare-knuckle boxing, and brilliant performances recall the best of Indy's adventures.

Sweet dreams are made of these, from special lamps to noise machines.

The latest Batman outing for Meta Quest shows that, when done well, VR gaming can hold its own with any platform.

Gear can make or break your home office setup. Here’s our ultimate list of nearly 100 items, from monitors and desks to webcams and chairs.

Curls and waves are beautiful. But when you want to smooth them out, these hot tools—irons, brushes, and combs—work wonders.

Here’s what happens on the longest night of the year—in the solar system and across different cultures here on Earth.

Even if TikTok doesn't get banned in the US next year, it'll still be far from the zone-out place it once was.

Sitting at a desk for hours? Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy WIRED-tested seats.

The past year has been filled with announcements about new smart glasses from companies big and small. Don’t expect the deluge to let up anytime soon.

It’s still possible to just take normal-looking photos. Use these apps for Android and iOS to give your phone’s camera a more natural eye.

The hype is fading, and people are asking what generative artificial intelligence is really good for. So far, no one has a decent answer.

Save up to 60% on a selection of items at eBay, including electronics, home products, card games, and more.

Deadpool & Wolverine, Alien: Romulus, and Elton John: Never Too Late are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Disney+ this month.

From consciously choosing wrapping paper to gifting more mindfully, WIRED has all the tips to help you reduce your waste this holiday season.

There is no requirement that the Speaker of the House be an elected member of Congress. After Elon Musk all but killed a bill to fund the government, lawmakers now propose to cut out the middleman.

WIRED is following every copyright battle involving the AI industry—and we’ve created some handy visualizations that will be updated as the cases progress.

A UK judge has ruled that Craig Wright violated a court order preventing him from bringing lawsuits based on his spurious claim to be Satoshi Nakamoto, creator of Bitcoin.

Thousands of workers are striking, as picket lines formed outside seven Amazon distribution centers from New York to California Thursday morning.