Alex Karp Goes to War
Palantir’s CEO is good with ICE and says he defends human rights. But will Israel and Trump ever go too far for him? WIRED
Read moreUnpicking How to Measure the Complexity of Knots
Two mathematicians have proved that a straightforward question—how hard is it to untie a knot?—has a complicated answer. WIRED
Read moreTrump’s Hatred of EVs Is Making Gas Cars More Expensive
Trump’s anti-climate agenda is making it more expensive to own a car, period. WIRED
Read moreShould You Cold Plunge Before or After a Workout? (2025)
If you’re going to suffer, make sure it’s worth the effort. We consulted fitness experts to help you maximize your ice bath. WIRED
Read moreGear News of the Week: Fairphone Lands in the US, and WhatsApp Is Finally on the Apple Watch
Plus: Motorola has new Moto G phones, Canon’s R6 III mirrorless has a 32-MP sensor, and Teenage Engineering’s Riddim n’ Ting looks gorgeous. WIRED
Read moreA Gene Editing Therapy Cut Cholesterol Levels by Half
An experimental gene-editing therapy developed by Crispr Therapeutics is showing promise for treating heart disease. WIRED
Read moreThe Hidden Math of Ocean Waves
The math behind even the simplest ocean waves is notoriously uncooperative. A team of Italian mathematicians has made major advances toward understanding it. WIRED
Read moreBest Merino Wool Clothing (2025): Base Layers, Hoodies, Jackets & More
Merino is one of the best fabrics you can wear. We explain the different blends, what “gsm” means, and how to care for your clothes. WIRED
Read moreBranch Sale of the Year: Deals on Office Chairs, Standing Desks, and Home Office Gear
Branch is offering up to 15 percent off sitewide now through December 3. WIRED
Read moreBest Packing Cubes for Every Kind of Trip (2025), Tested and Reviewed
Whether you’re a no-frills backpacker or a bag-checking fashionista, there’s a perfect packing cube out there for you. WIRED
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