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The Pentagon Releases New Trove of Declassified UFO Files
The Defense Department has released a new trove of declassified documents about government UFO sightings.
Tesla’s Latest Recall? Wheels May Fall Off Cybertrucks
In what is the 11th Cybertruck recall, certain models of Elon Musk’s embattled pickup could experience a sudden, unexpected wheel separation, thanks to the wrong grease and loose nuts.
There’s a Long-Shot Proposal to Protect California Workers From AI
California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer is proposing a new jobs guarantee for workers displaced by artificial intelligence.
Nick Bostrom Has a Plan for Humanity’s ‘Big Retirement’
The philosopher thinks humans should pursue advanced AI and the promise of a “solved world.”
The Best Mobile Gaming Controllers for iPhone and Android (2026)
Your iPhone or Android phone can work overtime as a full-on gaming console with the help of these mobile controllers. Backbone makes my favorite.
We Asked Coffee Pros to Blind Test Coffee Machines. The Results Were Surprising
For our latest WIRED Blind Test, we sat coffee industry professionals down to rank leading do-it-all coffee machines—and the winner wasn’t what anyone expected.
Billie Eilish Doesn’t Know if There Will Ever Be Another Billie Eilish
In an interview with WIRED ahead of her new concert film Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), Billie Eilish talked about whether or not future artists will be able to leverage SoundCloud the way she did.
The New Wild West of AI Kids’ Toys
These cuddly, connected companions could disrupt everything from make-believe to bedtime stories. No wonder some lawmakers want them banned.
The Best Cat Water Fountains of 2026: Petlibro, Petkit, Oneisall
Ensuring your cat stays hydrated is one of the best ways to keep your pet healthy. The right pet water fountain can help.
Venom and Hot Peppers Offer a Key to Killing Resistant Bacteria
Researchers have developed three new antibiotics from scorpion venom and habanero peppers to combat tuberculosis and other drug-resistant pathogens.
Meet Rassvet, Russia’s Answer to Starlink
With the launch of the first 16 satellites, Russia begins construction of a network for satellite internet that aims to cover the entire country by 2030. But getting there won’t be easy.
The Canvas Hack Is a New Kind of Ransomware Debacle
Thousands of schools around the US were paralyzed on Thursday after education tech firm Instructure shut down access to its Canvas platform following a breach by hackers going by the name ShinyHunters.
50% Off DoorDash Promo Code | May 2026
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and 50% off DashPass for students and select users.
Musk v. Altman Evidence Shows What Microsoft Executives Thought of OpenAI
Leaders at the tech giant were skeptical of OpenAI—but wary of pushing it into the arms of Amazon, according to emails dating back to 2018.
Trump Pivots on AI Regulation, Worker Ousted by DOGE Runs for Office, and Hantavirus Explained
Today on Uncanny Valley, we’re diving into recent reports that the Trump administration is considering an executive order that would establish some sort of federal oversight over new AI models.
How to Disable Google’s Gemini in Chrome
Chrome users were caught off guard by a 4-GB Google AI model baked into Chrome, sparking privacy concerns. The good news: You can easily uninstall it. The bad? You might not want to.
Why the Hantavirus Cruise Ship Outbreak Isn’t Likely to Become a Global Crisis
While the outbreak aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic is concerning, the virus isn’t easily transmitted through casual contact.
How I Fixed My Webcam Lighting for Zoom Calls (2026)
I have a horrendous lighting setup in my home office, but as a mixed-use room, my options for fixing it were limited.
ChatGPT Has ‘Goblin’ Mania in the US. In China It Will ‘Catch You Steadily’
OpenAI’s chatbot has some weird linguistic tics in Chinese that are driving users crazy.