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Why the World's Most POWERFUL AI Company Has Stopped Playing Nice
OpenAI has spent the last few years planting flags across the increasingly difficult terrain in mathematics. This week, it claimed one of its biggest prizes yet: a solution to a legendary Millennium Prize problem. In normal circumstances, this would have been celebrated as a historic achievement. Instead, many mathematicians have watched OpenAI's relentless advance with growing unease. To them, the company appears less like an enthusiastic newcomer than an impossibly well-resourced interloper, c
What Silicon Valley's Billionaires Are Willing to SACRIFICE for Power
Silicon Valley’s strange new theology.
The AI That's Being Used for EVERYTHING Experts Feared Most
Plus: The US disrupts the internet’s biggest black market, a Conti ransomware hacker gets prison time, Meta fails to stop AI-generated videos of child abuse.
Why This Mathematician Can't Sleep After AI's Latest BREAKTHROUGH
Steven Strogatz coauthored a book about how math is moving beyond human understanding. He spoke with WIRED about the seismic impact artificial intelligence has had on his life’s work.
The 4 Things You Must Do NOW to Survive AI's Rising Threat
For more than 25 years, I’ve been the “Computer Guy” for friends, family, and colleagues who call when something digital goes sideways. Lately, those calls have changed. The questions used to be about slow computers and forgotten passwords. Now, almost every conversation circles back to the same two words: artificial intelligence. The concern is understandable—and underscored by recent warnings from high-profile AI researchers about the threat of superintelligence. AI is in our home appliances,
The Standing Desks That Actually Live Up to the HYPE in 2026
Take your home office to new heights with our favorite motorized standing desks.
The Apple Charging Station That Finally Does EVERYTHING Right
I tried all the top models to find the best 3-in-1 Apple charging stations, pads, and more. Keep your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods topped up with these WIRED-tested docking systems.
The Gaming Chair That's Actually COMFORTABLE for Real Work
Turns out that the best office chair is also the best gaming chair, now with aesthetics to match.
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The IRA Inheritance Dilemma That's Dividing FAMILIES Nationwide
“Am I required to create three new inherited IRAs so that the firm can divide it equally?”
Why a 138-Year-Old Brand Is Betting EVERYTHING on Dating Shows
For the next ten days, while everyone else is settling back into school and ushering in autumn with pumpkin spice lattes, Jewish Americans will be celebrating the “Days of Awe,” starting with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and ending with Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish calendar. The Days of Awe start at sundown on Friday, September 11, followed by 10 days of somber reflection on the past year. Yom Kippur is a day of atonement and deep reflection for which Jews traditionally fast—
Politics
Why Trump's Irish Visit Has One Town DIVIDED Down the Middle
U.S. President Donald Trump has held talks in Dublin with Irish President Catherine Connolly and Ireland's Prime Minister Micheál Martin during a weekend visit centered on a major golf tournament.
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The UNPRECEDENTED Donation That Just Reshaped British Politics
Ben Delo's donation, the biggest single sum ever given to a political party in the UK, comes amid scrutiny of Reform's finances.
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The Trade War About to Devastate CRUCIAL Midterm Battlegrounds
Republican candidates in some of the nation’s most competitive races are treading carefully as local industries brace for President Trump’s tariffs.
Why Trump's Most LOYAL Supporters Are Now Turning Against Him
Rural Americans, including some who say they feel “betrayed” by Washington policies, could seek change at the polls in November.
Where Elon Musk Is Quietly Pouring MILLIONS Into Midterm Races
Musk has spent more than $1 million on three competitive Senate races in Michigan, Ohio and Texas.
What's Really Behind the President's Increasingly ERRATIC Behavior
The $5,000 election promise shows how afraid Trump really is.
The Anti-Migrant Protests That Just Landed Someone in COURT
Del Leon Somerville, 42, is accused of throwing a bottle and kicking out at a police officer.
International
The Handshake That Signals a SEISMIC Shift in Asian Power
Chinese president’s arrival in Delhi seen as step towards reconciliation after deadly 2020 military clash The Chinese president, Xi Jinping, has received a red-carpet welcome in India for a summit of Brics developing nations, as regional rivals Beijing and Delhi make a public display of thawing relations while quietly competing to lead at a time of shaky US global dominance. As Xi stepped off the plane, he was walked past an honour guard of Indian soldiers and traditional dancers in colourful dr
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Why This Ancient Coffee Port Has Become Yemen's Most COVETED Prize
A strategic location on the Red Sea afforded the city centuries of trading dominance — and makes it a coveted target in today’s fighting in the Middle East.
The Visa Dispute That Could UNRAVEL U.S.-Brazil Crime Fighting
Officials say the Trump administration is blocking some of Brazil’s efforts to expand cooperation on fighting transnational crime.
What China Is Building While Russia Fights Its ENDLESS War
While Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine continues, China has expanded its presence in Central Asia’s defense market.
Health
The COVID Shots You'll Need This Fall Just Got APPROVED
The FDA has approved four updated COVID-19 vaccines that target the XFG variant. Luis Alvarez · DigitalVision/Getty The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved four updated COVID-19 vaccines for the 2026–2027 season, all targeting the JN.1-lineage XFG variant. All four vaccines are approved for adults ages 65 and older, as well as younger people with underlying conditions that put them at higher risk of severe COVID-19, with eligibility varying by vaccine. The updated vaccines are de
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The Drug That Could Finally Change EVERYTHING for Pancreatic Cancer
The FDA approved Rasonque (daraxonrasib), a groundbreaking new drug to treat metastatic pancreatic cancer. Photo courtesy of Revolution Medicines The FDA approved Rasonque, a new drug to treat the most common type of pancreatic cancer. A clinical trial found that those who received Rasonque had more than double the average survival rate: around 13 months compared to just over 6 months with chemotherapy alone. Pancreatic cancer was the sixth most common cause of cancer-related death globally
She Thought It Was Just Bloating—Then Doctors Found SOMETHING Else
After a stage 1 colon cancer diagnosis at 37, Marisa Stachelski (pictured above) learned she had a BRCA2 mutation that increased her risk of several other cancers. Photo: Marisa Stachelski Marisa Stachelski was diagnosed with stage 1 colon cancer at age 37 after experiencing persistent bloating, pain, and blood in her stool. Genetic testing later revealed a BRCA2 mutation, which can significantly increase the risk of several cancers, including breast and ovarian cancer. Stachelski chose risk
Why Prostate Cancer Cases Are SURGING at an Alarming Rate
The ACS notes that prostate cancer cases are on the rise, but early detection and screening may help reverse the trend. Maskot/Getty The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates there will be 333,830 new cases of prostate cancer in 2026. Prostate cancer cases increased by around 3% per year between 2014 and 2022, with the steepest increase occurring in advanced-stage diagnoses. The ACS says the increase in diagnoses is largely due to more men being screened, although many are still not being
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The Uncomfortable Truth About Alcohol That Doctors Want You to Know
Research shows that alcohol consumption can raise your risk of cancer and other health conditions, as well as alcohol-related cancer death. Krit of Studio OMG · Moment/Getty Recent research found that alcohol-attributable cancer deaths in the United States doubled between 1990 and 2023. Another study found that even low levels of alcohol consumption were associated with an increased risk of several cancers. Other research linked heavy drinking to a 25% higher risk of colorectal cancer. Alcoh
Why Your Morning Coffee Ritual Could Be DANGEROUS to Your Health
Drinking coffee or tea at very high temperatures could triple your risk of esophageal cancer, researchers say. alvarez/E+/Getty Images Researchers have found a possible link between drinking very hot drinks and esophageal cancer. Drinking coffee or tea at too high a temperature was associated with a threefold risk. Experts advise allowing your hot beverage to cool before drinking. Avoiding other esophageal cancer risk factors like smoking and drinking heavily may matter more. Do you need a c
The Bedroom Habit That's Quietly DESTROYING Your Heart
A new study suggests that light exposure during sleep could raise the risk of cardiovascular disease. Yana Iskayeva/Moment/Getty Images New research shows that even dim light during sleep may thicken heart muscle walls and reduce heart flexibility, potentially raising cardiovascular risk. The findings build on prior evidence linking nighttime light exposure to cardiovascular disease risk. Optimizing your sleep environment can help protect your heart health. Sleeping in dark conditions may b
The Simple Exercise Program That Cuts AFib Risk Nearly in HALF
A one-year clinical trial with a tailored exercise program reduced AFib recurrence by 45%. RealPeopleGroup/E+/Getty Images Exercise interventions are underutilized in the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AFib), an abnormal heart rhythm disorder. A one-year clinical trial with a tailored exercise program reduced time spent in atrial fibrillation by 45% compared with usual care (3.9% vs. 7.1%). Participants in the exercise group had improved cardiorespiratory fitness and resting heart rate,
Why Weight Loss Drugs Are Now Being Used for SOMETHING Completely Different
A new review found that GLP-1s offer significant improvements in obstructive sleep apnea associated with obesity. vitapix/E+/Getty Images New research has found that GLP-1 drugs may improve obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) related to obesity. The effects of tirzepatide (Zepound), which is FDA approved for OSA, were especially notable. GLP-1s appear to improve OSA associated with obesity by promoting fat loss in the neck, throat, and tongue. CPAP therapy should be continued until a physician has
The Unexpected Vaccine That Could Protect Your HEART
Recent research shows that the shingles vaccine may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. A boy and the sea · E+/Getty A recent study found that the recombinant shingles vaccine (Shingrix) was associated with a 9% lower cardiovascular disease burden compared with the older live vaccine. Researchers observed lower burdens of coronary heart disease, heart failure, ischemic stroke in men, and atrial fibrillation (AFib) among those who received Shingrix. The CDC recommends the shingles
Why Young Women Are REFUSING This Life-Saving Screening
According to recent research, nearly 32% of females in their 20s have never had a cervical screening. MoMo Productions · DigitalVision/Getty Recent research found that nearly 1 in 3 women ages 21 to 29 had never been screened for cervical cancer as of 2023, up from about 1 in 8 in 2005. Researchers also found disparities in never-screening based on factors including race and ethnicity, education, and insurance coverage. Regional- and distant-stage cervical cancer incidence each increased by
She Beat Cancer—Then the Government Took Away Her LIFELINE
As state governments grapple with how to determine who's sick enough to be excused from new Medicaid work requirements, some families are already struggling with what illnesses guarantee health coverage because of a disability.
What You MUST Know Before Booking That K-Beauty Procedure Abroad
Dr. Heewon Suh, a physician and renowned Korean aesthetic medicine expert, assesses a patient’s skin at her clinic in Seoul, Korea. Photo credit: Cheongdam Circle Clinic “Glass skin” has become one of the most searched skin goals in the world. Experts say it is a real, medically definable skin state — balanced hydration, healthy dermal structure, and even tone. Christine Maguire, Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer at RVO Health, the parent company of Healthline Media, sat do
Sports
What Bryce Harper Just Said About His CONTROVERSIAL Suspension
The Philadelphia Phillies’ superstar slugger offered a candid response after MLB commissioner Rob Manfred floated a two-week suspension.
The RISKY Gamble Detroit Is About to Make With Its Star Center
Would Duren risk a potential nine-figure payday over roughly $10 million? That’s what the Pistons have to weigh in the coming weeks.
Entertainment
Why Conservatives Are PANICKING Over the Next Grand Theft Auto
A subset of male gamers have spent years warning that the transgressive series has been neutered by progressive developers, but the backlash isn’t taking hold.
The Cinematic Experiment So VAST It's Better Experienced From Afar
More than six years after Ilya Khrzhanovsky premiered “DAU. Natasha” and “DAU. Degeneration” at the Berlin Film Festival — right before the global COVID lockdown — to a politely muted reception and limited distributor interest, you might think the moment has passed for another missive from the DAU Cinematic Universe. Turns out, however, that you […]
First Look at the SECRETIVE New Film From 'Totém' Director
Mexican filmmaker Lila Avilés (“Totém”) has wrapped production on her next feature film, “Cábula,” and shared an exclusive first-look image with Variety. The director presented the film during the Venice Gap-Financing Market, which took place from Sept. 4 – 6. Set in the fictional Mexican town of Mexicalpan, “Cábula” follows Toña, a dedicated and deeply […]
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The ICON Who Changed Everything for Women Has Died at 92
Journalist, social, and political activist Gloria Steinem speaks on stage at Ms. Foundation For Women 2016 Gloria Awards Gala at The Pierre Hotel on April 27, 2016 in New York City. Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for Ms. Foundation For Women Feminist trailblazer, journalist, and reproductive rights advocate Gloria Steinem has died at age 92. Steinem spent more than five decades advocating for women’s equality and reproductive rights. Her legacy includes helping found influential organizations
The Grand Canyon Trail Officials KNEW Was Dangerous—Then Disaster Struck
Months before August’s deadly flash flood, current and former officials say they warned that the fire-ravaged North Kaibab Trail posed safety risks. It reopened anyway.
The Letters From 9/11 That Are Changing How Gen Z Sees EVERYTHING
In the months after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in New York, history teacher John Buglione asked his students to write letters to the future. Now he uses those documents to teach his current students about the event.
The Desperate Mission to Save One Writer's IRREPLACEABLE Memories
Leading Palestinian writer Raja Shehadeh has documented Israel's occupation of the West Bank since day one. Fearing the occupation might consume his archive, he secretly moved it to Scotland
The Legendary Photographer Who Captured New York's SOUL Has Died
He photographed Marilyn Monroe and took the cover photo for Miles Davis’s “Kind of Blue.” For 50 years, he lived in a vast graffiti-covered bank building.