In This Monopoly-Style Game, Race and Privilege Are Currency

The creators of Blacks & Whites want to make talking about inequality easier—and might teach your racist uncle a thing or two.

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Ransomware Isn't Back. It Never Left

A recent wave of attacks belies an apparent lull toward the end of the summer.

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The Lost Tale of an 18th-Century Tsunami, as Told by Trees

Local evidence of the cataclysm has literally washed away over the years. But Oregon’s Douglas firs may have recorded clues deep in their tree rings.

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He Escaped the Dark Web's Biggest Bust. Now He's Back

DeSnake apparently eluded the DOJ's takedown of AlphaBay. The admin talked to WIRED about his return—and the resurrection of the notorious underground marketplace.

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NASA's NIAC Program Gives a Sneak Peek at the Future of Space Travel

As the agency develops plans for exploring the moon and Mars, it's seeking cutting-edge research that could turn science fiction into reality.

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16 Deals to Help Deck Out Your Home Office

Is your work space lacking in form and function? Some of our favorite desks, webcams, and keyboards are discounted right now.

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What Social Media Needs to Learn From Traditional Media

Government regulation will never fix everything wrong with online discourse. The industry needs to develop professional norms—just as journalism once did.

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Microsoft’s Surface Duo 2 Is a Lovable Weirdo

The second time around, Microsoft’s foldable mobile comes closer to what it actually is: a phone.

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Everything Microsoft Announced, Including a Wacky Laptop

The new hardware includes an updated Surface Duo 2, which you can finally call a phone, and a cute eco-friendly mouse.

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Which iPhone Should You Buy (or Avoid) Right Now?

Picking the right phone has gotten so much harder. Our breakdown of Apple’s lineup can help.

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Apple's iPad Mini Proves That One Size Doesn't Fit All

This tablet is powerful and pleasantly smol. But its steep price makes it a tough buy if you already have a phone, laptop, and TV.

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Worn Down by Covid Anxiety? Keep a Handheld Game With You

It’s important to take a breather when you’re exhausted by the world.

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Environmental Law Is Getting in the Way of Climate Action

The path forward requires a new understanding of our burning world.

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Baby Poop Is Loaded With Microplastics

An alarming new study finds that infant feces contain 10 times more polyethylene terephthalate (aka polyester) than an adult’s.

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'You'll See Other Quests in the Game That Are a Bit Silly'

Shedworks’ creative director Gregorios Kythreotis explains the highs and lows of exploration in Sable, a chilled-out comedic sci-fi masterpiece.

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The iOS 15 Privacy Settings You Should Change Right Now

Apple's latest software update has a bunch of new security features. Here's how to put them to use.

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Apple's iPhone 13 Pro Is Oddly Light on Pro Features

The two top-tier iPhones are better than ever, but they’re not as tantalizing as the standard iPhone 13.

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The Fitbit Charge 5 Is Our New Favorite Fitness Tracker

Even without the newest feature, this fitness band hits a sweet spot between price and functionality.

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iPhone 13 and 13 Mini Review: Time to Upgrade

Looking to replace an old model? Apple’s newest non-Pro handsets are more than enough phone for most everyone.

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Amazon Just Introduced Three New Kindle Paperwhites

The waterproof e-reader now comes in three different options, with bigger, brighter screens and faster response times.

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