Science
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The most breathtaking photos of the total solar eclipse | New Scientist
Photographers in Spain captured spectacular images of the rare alignment of the moon and the sun, as it cast a dark shadow over much of the country
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CBP Workers Allegedly Used Government Databases to Spy on Exes, Crushes, and Colleagues
Records obtained by WIRED detail hundreds of allegations of Customs and Border Protection workers misusing internal tools to look up romantic interests and track colleagues’ cell phones.
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There’s a Fatty Liver Epidemic. AI Could Help Get Ahead of It
Over a billion people worldwide have livers with excess fat, which can lead to a host of medical problems. Researchers think AI tools can spot the condition—and help stop it—early enough to save lives.
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Fate of the AMOC may depend on how quickly CO2 rises | New Scientist
The critical current could remain stable beyond 5°C of warming, but only if the warming happens very slowly
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Mammal ancestors were giving birth to live young 236 million years ago | New Scientist
Almost all mammals give birth rather than laying eggs, and we have new clues about when they began to do so
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The Best Photos of the Big Solar Eclipse
It’s been a century since the Iberian Peninsula has been in the full shadow of the moon. Here’s what it looked like in the path of totality.
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The White House Is Going to Expand Its AI Policy
Open models may soon be added to an updated AI framework, sources tell WIRED, as the White House continues to grapple with how to regulate a technology it has tried not to regulate.
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From the mine to the grid | New Scientist
How Komatsu machines help build Atlassian Williams F1 Team’s FW48
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I Haven’t Bought My Own Lettuce in Two Years, Thanks to This Indoor Garden
Lettuce Grow, one of my favorite indoor gardens, lets you cultivate your own salad greens safely, right in your living room. And it’s 20 percent off right now.
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Rogue AI Agents Aren’t Evil. They’re Just Eager to Please
AI agents that break free and hack into other systems are only trying to make us happy.
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Running with a stroller seems to reduce the risk of injuries | New Scientist
Pushing a pram while running may reduce the force produced with each foot strike, decreasing the risk of injuries
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The Gender War Over ‘Obsession’ Has Come for Theme Parks
Debate over the true villain in “Obsession” is raging again after Universal Studios announced the movie’s female lead will be featured at an upcoming Halloween event.
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Last Word: This week’s new questions | New Scientist
Humans can see water but not air. So can fish see air? And would it be possible to have anti-black holes, and how could we tell if we were looking at one?
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Twisteddoodles on how to handle memes featuring medical symptoms | New Scientist
This week's cartoon from Twisteddoodles
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If this brilliant cosmic horror show passed you by, rectify that now | New Scientist
The Killings at Parrish Station is a terrifying cosmic horror six-parter, which starts back in 1987 when two detectives find mangled bodies at an outback radio research station. TV columnist Bethan Ackerley is a big fan
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Last Word: At what point does my family tree stop doubling and start decreasing? part 2 | New Scientist
Our readers do the maths on what one of their mothers calls the family forest
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Last Word: What changes will occur on Earth as the moon moves further away? part 2 | New Scientist
One reader explains how the moon’s drift will lead to longer (and warmer) days
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Does shapewear make us less prone to taking risks? Weirdly, maybe yes | New Scientist
Feedback is a little nonplussed by an experiment that involved wearing (or not wearing) compressing shapewear, and then playing cards
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Tom Gauld on failed science clip art | New Scientist
Tom Gauld's weekly cartoon
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I reread The Road 20 years on. It was even more devastating | New Scientist
Tim Winton's Juice gave Alison Flood the appetite for more post-apocalyptic science fiction. Returning to Cormac McCarthy's scorched landscape was tough – but worth it
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We should decide how AI shapes the future, not tech firms | New Scientist
OpenAI and its competitors want to dictate the role that artificial intelligence will play in our society – it's time to take back control of the narrative
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Everything Google Announced at Its Made by Google 2026 Event
The Pixel 11 smartphone lineup is here, alongside the Pixel Watch 5 and the all-new Pixel Tag.
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Google’s Pixel Watch 5 Can Now Detect Breathing Emergencies
The company is also adding blood pressure and insulin resistance trends as proactive monitoring tools in the Google Health app.
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Last Word: What is the optimal way to ice a cocktail? | New Scientist
Readers dig into whether it’s best to have fewer big cubes or lots of small ones – and offer up their services to test it out
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4 New Camera Tricks on Google’s Latest Pixel 11 Smartphones
From Magic Capture and Instant Night Sight to a built-in teleprompter, here’s a look at a few camera features on Google’s new Pixel 11 series.
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This Coin-Sized Device Can Hack a Boeing 737
Security researchers found that in less than 60 seconds, they could open a hatch on a plane’s exterior, plug in a tiny device, and redirect the aircraft’s autopilot or sabotage its flight plan.
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‘The Worst I’ve Ever Seen’: Cargo Thefts Have Turned Violent in Pursuit of AI Hardware
Experts allege that two recent incidents in California show the extreme lengths that criminal organizations are willing to go to to steal servers and other gear meant for data centers.
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You’re Thinking About Online Trends All Wrong
From pessimism around dating to AI reshaping culture, cyber-ethnographer Ruby J. Thelot tells WIRED why people are putting too much stock into things that go viral.
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FEMA's ‘Shadow Administrator’ Was Paid by a DOGE Member's Startup for Months
Details from recent court filings show that DOGE's influence within government—and potential conflicts of interest—extend further than previously known.
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What Office Chair Should You Get If You're Tall? If You're Short?
Not all office chairs are right for all people. I asked an ergonomist how to select the right office chair for your budget, height, and physique.
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Three black holes discovered in a young galaxy for the first time | New Scientist
Three massive black holes have been found in a galaxy that existed during the earliest times of the universe
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The Job-Interview Tattoo Guy Everyone Got Mad at Finally Explains Himself
LemonLime cofounder Jordan Zietz hears your criticism loud and clear. That’s why he got his startup’s logo tattooed on his shoulder.
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This Ego Electric Mower Tamed My 2.5-Acre Lawn With Ease and in Less Time
Ego’s newest, biggest, self-propelled mower handles larger yards in less time with impressive performance and battery life.
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Oh Lord, AI Reporters Are Actually Breaking Big News
Last week, an AI newsroom beat mainstream journalists—including WIRED—to a story about OpenAI and hacking. It’s just the beginning.
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How ancient trees are warning us about the next enormous solar storm | New Scientist
Our sun is capable of storms far bigger than we’ve ever recorded. Studying the world’s oldest trees suggests we could be due one of these gargantuan events soon
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McDonald’s Built a 515-Page Dossier on Me. It Says I’ll Never Stop Eating There
I requested a copy of my data from McDonald’s loyalty program and received an extensive, personalized report that algorithmically predicts my next purchase.
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Breast-augmentation method uses your own fat in dissolving scaffolds | New Scientist
A new approach to breast augmentation injects fat from elsewhere in the body into dissolvable scaffolds shaped like bra cups, which may lead to a more natural look and fewer complications
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Greatest science books: Gödel, Escher, Bach: a daunting but captivating look at consciousness | New Scientist
Douglas Hofstadter’s weighty tome, an exploration of mathematics, music and the mind, runs to almost 800 pages – but is worth the effort, finds Gerardo Bandera
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How to watch today's spectacular solar eclipse | New Scientist
A total solar eclipse is set to be visible across parts of Europe today, while a partial eclipse will sweep across about a quarter of the planet – here’s how to see it
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Honor's Robot Phone Has a Gimbal-Powered Camera for Vloggers
Honor’s new China-exclusive Android phone features a pop-out motorized gimbal camera designed to replace your action cam.
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Big Tech Wants to Harvest Your Thoughts
Silicon Valley companies are already working on neurotechnology products that track your brain activity. The next privacy frontier might be the things you only think.
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A Candidate Named ‘Count Binface’ Is the Most Normal Part of This Pivotal UK Election
Clacton's parliamentary race has it all: Nigel Farage, a man dressed as a trash can, a Union Jack bikini, white nationalist conspiracy theories, and 34 candidates on the ballot.
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8 Great Deals From Patagonia’s Past-Season Sale
Summer’s not over yet; pick up some new gear for that last Labor Day trip. Save up to 40 percent on some of our favorite Patagonia items at the company’s past-season sale.
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Is It Safe to Eat Lettuce Yet?
“That product is off the market, so I think there’s absolutely lower risk for cyclospora in terms of eating lettuce,” one professor of food safety tells WIRED.
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How and When to View the Perseid Meteor Shower This Week
The Perseids will peak between August 12 and 13. Here’s what time—and where—you can get the best view, and why 2026 will be an exceptional year.
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Rainbows can be made from sounds – and we've created the best ones yet | New Scientist
Two research teams have independently created devices within which sound waves could be separated by frequency, creating the most complete sound rainbows yet
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Heart surgery cured a man’s skin cancer – and gave him a bee allergy | New Scientist
Having surgery for a heart condition is thought to have triggered an immune response that put the patient into remission for his severe skin cancer, but also caused him to develop a serious allergy to bee stings
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Remember When Gaming Mice Had More Buttons? The Razer Naga V3 Pro Does
The PC gaming world has tried to move on from bulky, heavier mice, but the Naga V3 Pro proves that it still has its place.
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AI Could Help Fossil Fuel Companies Create More Emissions
New research finds that by making the fossil fuel industry more productive, AI could help increase carbon emissions by up to nearly 5 percent—vastly outpacing the impact of data centers.
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CRISPR-armed phages help treat severe superbug infection | New Scientist
Bacteria-killing phage viruses souped up with DNA-destroying CRISPR appear to have helped clear up a very serious infection caused by antibiotic-resistant E. coli