“Is he super important and this is the first I’m hearing of him?” one asked. “Is it a superfan polyglot who wants everyone to know about his favourite writer/composer? Is it someone using AI to artificially boost this guy’s performance metrics?” The Investigation A Wikipedia editor who goes by “Grnrchst” recently decided to find out,…
I’ve been told by multiple people that the set of a short drama doesn’t necessarily look that different from an indie movie or commercial shoot, except everything is churned out much faster to save on costs. Whereas a traditional shoot would last weeks or months, the entire season of a vertical show is typically filmed…
Upper RackCups, glasses, and small bowls should be placed in the top rack. Dishwasher-safe plastics also belong on the top rack, away from any heating element, which can cause damage. Lower RackPlates, serving bowls, and other large items belong on the bottom rack. So do platters, dishwasher-safe cutting boards, and other oversized pieces, which should…
The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. When Todd Sacktor was about to turn 3, his 4-year-old sister died of leukemia. “An empty bedroom next to mine. A swing set with two seats instead of one,” he said, recalling the lingering traces of her presence in the house. “There was this missing…
What it is: A microscopic fungus that lives both outdoors and in, mold spreads via tiny airborne spores that can grow on almost any damp surface. Over a thousand types have been found in U.S. homes, according to the nonprofit National Center for Healthy Housing. Some mold (and mildew, another type of fungus) can cause…
I love it when a b-Vibe product comes my way, even if it’s a P-spot vibrator, like the b-Vibe 360 Plug. I don’t have a prostate, but my partner does, so it makes for a lot of fun to use together when we want to add some anal play to the mix. I gave it…
I’ve been a Verizon customer since T-Mobile and Sprint merged, and I’ve always had consistent luck getting solid service, even in crowded environments and intense weather. This year, I moved states and added on Verizon Home Internet, which has also been a positive experience and is cost-effective since I get to bundle it. I already…
What does it mean to be healthy in 2025? Bryan Johnson, an entrepreneur and venture capitalist who’s well known for his extreme attempts to slow the aging process, thinks he knows the answer. Does Johnson really have the healthiest body on Earth, as he claims? Will he achieve immortality through AI? Recently, WIRED global editorial…
Main theme: We bought a 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy AWD for our test program, Hyundai’s first model to use its new hybrid system based on a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder. The podcast panelists share first impressions of this three-row family hauler, covering performance, fuel economy, interior space, cabin luxury, and daily usability. Then they discuss…
What do you love about coffee? Is it the caffeine boost in the morning, the creamy sweetness of a cappuccino or latte, the bucket of filter coffee you can sip on all day, or the quick kick of a good espresso? Or is it the zen-like ritual of it all, the measuring of beans and…
