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New Era
The WIRED Guide to Protecting Yourself From Government Surveillance
Donald Trump has vowed to deport millions and jail his enemies. To carry out that agenda, his administration will exploit America’s digital surveillance machine. Here are some steps you can take to evade it.
Golden Goose
Even Under Trump, California (Yes, That Hellscape) Will Keep Moving the World Forward
The state has been written off as a woke wasteland. But it's still inventing the future on a bunch of frontiers nobody's talking about. For the next four years, it will remain a golden, global example.
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Full Body Massage
The Best Theraguns and Therabody Tools for Recovery
Here’s our guide to the best Theraguns and Therabody gadgets to enhance your recovery routine, alleviate muscle pain, and boost your overall wellness.
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The Best Folding Phones
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The Best Cheap Phones for Almost Every Budget
Buying Guide
How to Pick the Right MacBook for You
Pushing the Limit
The Boat That Could Sink the America’s Cup
Originally published in May, 2013: Larry Ellison planned the biggest, fastest and most exciting yacht race ever. Then Team Oracle wrecked one of his catamarans in San Francisco Bay, showing just how fragile the big boat—and event itself—really is.
Out for Blood
The Double Life of an American Lake Monster
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Politics
In Pews Across America, Evangelicals Are Told That God Wants Donald Trump
The weekend before the election, one Pennsylvania pastor told congregants that hosting Elon Musk weeks earlier was “phenomenal.” In Nevada, another dressed as a garbageman while urging his flock to vote Trump.
The Big Story
After the Election, California (Yes, That Hellscape) Will Keep Moving the World Forward No Matter What
The state has been written off as a woke wasteland. But it’s still inventing the future on a bunch of frontiers nobody’s talking about. Even if Trump wins, it will remain a golden, global example.
Politics
A Recent Timeline of Elon Musk Going All In on Trump
Over the last month, Elon Musk has put himself in position to take the credit for a Donald Trump win—or the blame for a loss.
Culture
The Follow-Up to One of 2024’s Best Games May Never Happen
In April, House of the Dragon star Abubakar Salim released Tales of Kenzera: Zau. He already has an idea for an Afro-cyberpunk follow-up, he just has to overcome funding obstacles and YouTube trolls to make it.
