It’s Been a Year Since Trump Was Elected. Democrats Still Don’t Get the Internet

“I can’t, for the life of me, figure out why we are still so rigid and moderating everything when we have nothing to lose for the first time,” a Democratic digital strategist tells WIRED.

Our Favorite Gaming Headset for Xbox Owners Is Discounted

Save almost $20 on Microsoft’s first-party headset for Xbox Series S/X.

FBI Warns of Criminals Posing as ICE, Urges Agents to ID Themselves

In a bulletin to law enforcement agencies, the FBI said criminal impersonators are exploiting ICE’s image and urged nationwide coordination to distinguish real operations from fakes.

Teachers Get Death Threats After MAGA Claims Their Halloween Costumes Mocked Charlie Kirk

A Turning Point USA official inaccurately claimed a high school’s math department wore Halloween costumes that mocked Charlie Kirk. Those teachers are now facing a flood of online attacks and death threats.

Blood Tests for Alzheimer’s Are Here

New diagnostic kits aim to revolutionize early screening of the disease, potentially allowing patients to receive treatments—such as monoclonal antibodies—sooner.

Feeling the Effects of the Time Change? We Asked Experts How to Get Back on Track

The end of daylight saving time is disruptive to circadian rhythms, but there are some things you can do to help yourself reset.

Whisper Into This AI-Powered Smart Ring to Organize Your Thoughts

A new company called Sandbar has unveiled a smart wearable called Stream Ring, which uses a microphone to record your softly spoken thoughts. And it’s powered by—you guessed it—an AI chatbot.

The CIA Used This Psychic Meditation Program. It’s Never Been More Popular

The Monroe Institute claims its meditations, which have also been used by the US military, help people access different planes of consciousness. Its virtual and in-person retreats are now selling out.

Meze Audio 105 Silva Headphones Review: Look Great, Sound Better

These open-back headphones are no good for your commute, but sure make staying at home fun.

What to Do in San Francisco If You’re Here for Business (2025)

Where to lock in, power down, and actually enjoy your business trip.