The 20 Most Anticipated Movies of 2025

US release date: July 11 The Fantastic Four: First Steps Could the third time be a charm for the Fantastic Four? That’s what fans are wondering about this superhero team, who seem to be cursed when it comes to movie adaptations of their work. In 2005, we got Jessica Alba, Ioan Gruffudd, Michael Chiklis, and…

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WIRED Tested Miracle Hangover Cures. You’re Welcome

Championed by English actress and female biohacker Davinia Taylor, Rise & Shine by Will Powders is an indulgence recovery aid. You take the capsules before, during, and after a night out. The capsules supposedly work together with ingredients that claim to protect your liver, help your blood sugar levels, and increase the oxygen in your…

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WIRED’s 2024 Year-in-Review Quiz: From AI Slop to Human Brain Implants

2024 was another year defined by generative AI, with software features put into the hands of millions of people worldwide and unavoidably built into popular services, like Google Search. While some AI tools, like ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode and Google’s NotebookLM, were delightful to interact with, the prevailing narrative remained on the technology’s inherent flaws,…

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In 2024, Fandom Conquered the World

On September 28, Bowen Yang performed one of 2024’s most resonant pieces of political theater while dressed as a pygmy hippo. Yang was behind the desk on Saturday Night Live’s “Weekend Update” segment, dressed like Moo Deng, who at the time the show aired was the internet’s current fave. What he was saying, though, sounded…

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How to Make Fried Foods Healthier

With a few smart moves, you can enjoy the crunchiness of your fried favorites while reducing the health consequences. Start with these steps. Go easy on restaurant fried foods. Occasionally making a batch of homemade fries probably isn’t a problem, Wood says. “The real concern is when restaurants reheat the same oil in a deep…

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Our 10 Favorite Stand Mixers We’ve Tested and Reviewed (2024)

Chef Paty Zamarripa Photograph: Hotel Chelsea Take It Steady To make the perfect sponge cake, the most critical step is whipping the egg whites. Room-temperature egg whites are more elastic, which helps trap air more effectively. Always whip at medium-low speed. Don’t rush the process; incorporating air gradually ensures uniform bubble sizes. If you whip at…

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Secrets to Cleaner Indoor Air

It may also contain contaminants like dust, mold, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from, say, aerosol sprays, and fine particulates like smoke, which have been linked to heart and lung problems. Keeping the air as clean as possible can limit your exposure to those pollutants and is especially important if you have allergies, asthma, or other…

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