RFK Jr. Says He’s Ending the War on Protein. It Doesn’t Exist

There is no war on protein. But pretending there is goes hand-in-hand with the Trump administration’s appeal to traditional masculinity.

DJI Action 6 Review: The Best Action Camera Is Now Better

DJI’s new action camera brings a larger sensor, a variable aperture lens, 8K video, interchangeable lenses, and more.

How Does the Hive Mind Work in ‘Pluribus?

The “Joining” seems to connect people via radio waves. Let’s dig into the physics at play.

Smart Plug Guide (2026): When You Should and Shouldn’t Use One

Smart plugs can add controls to any outlet, but they aren’t perfect for everything. Here’s our guide to using one and which ones to buy.

Save Big on One of Our Favorite Desk Lamps from Lume Cube

Lume Cube has a variety of marked-down lighting products to help revamp your home office.

Neuroscientists Decipher Procrastination: A Brain Mechanism Explains Why People Leave Certain Tasks for Later

New research has discovered that a neural circuit may explain procrastination. Scientists were able to disrupt this connection using a drug.

Tech Workers Are Condemning ICE Even as Their CEOs Stay Quiet

The killing of George Floyd in 2020 prompted a wave of statements from tech companies and CEOs. Today, pushback against ICE is largely coming from employees, not executives.

Two Thinking Machines Lab Cofounders Are Leaving to Rejoin OpenAI

The departures are a blow for Thinking Machines Lab. Two narratives are already emerging about why they happened.

Our Favorite Coway Air Purifiers Are on Sale (2026)

Breathe easier with these discounts on one of WIRED’s favorite air purifier brands, including an option for large rooms.

Lizn Hearpieces Review: Affordable but Uncomfortable Hearing Aids

These odd-looking hearing aids double as solid earbuds, but comfort is a major issue.