8 Best Slippers, Tested and Loved by WIRED Staffers (2025)

Warren, Waters question Fed chair on proposal 'upending' bank stress test framework

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) teamed up to question the Federal Reserve’s proposal to “upend” bank stress testing framework, in a Monday letter in which they ...

The Hill - Feb. 11

Bird flu is spreading in cattle, but some states still aren't part of U.S. milk testing

New variants of bird flu are turning up in dairy cattle. But some states still aren't a part of a federal milk supply testing program

NBC News - Feb. 11

Modi and Trump's friendly rapport may be tested as Indian prime minister visits Washington

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s longstanding bonhomie with President Donald Trump may be tested as the Indian leader kicks off a visit to Washington, eager to avoid tariffs that have been slapped on ...

ABC News - Feb. 12

New York school implements new teaching approach to combat falling test scores

Only 30% of eighth graders across the U.S. are proficient in reading, according to data released last month by the National Assessment of Educational Progress. But in the Diocese of Brooklyn's ...

CBS News - Feb. 12

Splitgate 2 Alpha Test Starts Later This Month With New Game Modes And Maps

1047 Games announced that the open alpha test for Splitgate 2 will run from February 27 - March 2 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.. The alpha test includes a new 24-player multi-team experience ...

GameSpot - Feb. 13

Prenuvo adds new health tests to flagship full-body scan, raises $120 million in fresh funding

Prenuvo exploded in popularity because of its $2,500 full-body MRI scan that has been lauded by celebrities like Kim Kardashian.

CNBC - Feb. 13

NATO tests new deployment model without US ahead of Ukraine war anniversary

NATO is testing its ability to rapidly deploy across eastern Europe — without direct U.S. assistance — as Washington shifts its approach toward European defense and the war in Ukraine

ABC News - 6d

McConnell tests the strengths and limits of his power opposing a trio of Trump's Cabinet nominees

No longer in charge, Sen. Mitch McConnell has been speaking his mind

ABC News - 6d

Dawn Staley, Geno Auriemma ready to renew rivalry as South Carolina, UConn meet: 'You're going to get tested'

Staley said UConn is the standard of college basketball as she leads a budding dynasty

CBS Sports - 6d

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner receives three-month suspension for positive drug tests as part of settlement

Sinner will not miss any Grand Slam tournaments or be fined any money as a part of the settlement

CBS Sports - 5d

Jannik Sinner, Top-Ranked Tennis Player, Accepts 3 Month Ban for Failed Drug Tests

The Australian Open Champion won’t be eligible to play again until May.

The New York Times - 5d

'Conclave' leads the pack and struggling 'Emilia Pérez' faces a test at Britain's BAFTA film awards

Papal thriller “Conclave” leads the race for the 78th British Academy while genre-bending musical “Emilia Pérez” faces a test of whether a global backlash has made the former prize favorite an ...

ABC News - 4d

Two High-End Mercedes-AMG Models Totaled in Head-On Collision During Test Drive in India

Yahoo News - 4d

Musk’s xAI releases artificial intelligence model Grok 3, claims better performance than rivals in early testing

XAI also said it was launching a new product called "Deep Search," which would act as a "next generation search engine."

CNBC - 2d

Steelers expected to allow longtime offensive starter to test free agency, per report

Pittsburgh is likely moving on from one of its former starters in 2025

CBS Sports - 23h

MLB will test automated ball-strike challenge system in spring training and other notes from Rob Manfred

The MLB commissioner spoke Tuesday in Arizona about the Dodgers' spending, the next CBA, recent rule changes and more.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Emergency Food, TB Tests and H.I.V. Drugs: Vital Health Aid Remains Frozen Despite Court Ruling

The Trump administration appears to be flouting a judge’s order pausing the dismantling of U.S.A.I.D.

The New York Times - 6m

25 of the best hotels, B&Bs and chateaux in France

From country houses and mountain chalets to seaside chambres d’hôte and cool city pads, our France travel expert picks her favourite boltholes Continue reading...

The Guardian - Feb. 8

Fancii Abigail Review: The Best Travel Makeup Mirror

If you do your makeup on the go, this portable lighted makeup mirror makes a fantastic base station.

Wired - Feb. 8

Which Canucks Perform Best Against The Maple Leafs

The Vancouver Canucks are 5-2-0 in their last seven against the Maple Leafs.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 8

Hilleberg Akto Review: The Best Solo Tent

Headed into the backcountry alone? The Atko is the best tent I've ever used.

Wired - Feb. 8

Breaking down the best commercials from the Super Bowl

Millions of Americans tuned into the 2025 Super Bowl on Sunday, but some were watching for the ads more than the game. Ad Age editor-in-chief Jeanine Poggi breaks down some of the best Super Bowl ...

CBS News - Feb. 10

The Best and Worst Super Bowl Commercials, Ranked

Here is our critic’s survey of this year’s Super Bowl commercials, from best to worst.

The New York Times - Feb. 10

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Review: Beating the Best

Beats’ most iconic workout buds are back and better than ever.

Wired - Feb. 11

See the Westminster best in show dog and highlights in photos

Among the Westminster Dog Show finalists were a bichon frisé, a shih tzu, a whippet, a German shepherd, an English springer spaniel, a giant schnauzer and a Skye terrier.

CBS News - Feb. 11

The best games every remaining day of the regular season

These must-watch games will decide conference races and March Madness seeds.

ESPN - Feb. 12

What’s Best, According to the Italian Mathematician Alessio Figalli

Alessio Figalli studies optimal transport, a field of math that ranges from the movements of clouds to the workings of chatbots.

The New York Times - 6d

What’s Best, According to the Italian Mathematician Alessio Figalli

Alessio Figalli studies optimal transport, a field of math that ranges from the movements of clouds to the workings of chatbots.

The New York Times - 6d

What’s Next for Aaron Rodgers? These Are His Best Options.

The quarterback’s best move might be retirement, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 6d

The Best Presidents’ Day Mattress Deals (and Bedding Too!)

It’s one of the best times of year to invest in a mattress, pillows, and sheets. Here’s everything we recommend buying and who has the best sales during Presidents’ Day weekend.

Wired - 4d

Judge differs with Soto on Mets having best shot

Aaron Judge wasn't that surprised by Juan Soto 's decision to sign with the Mets but disagreed with his ex-teammate about which team is in a better spot to compete.

ESPN - 2d

Best practices for storing physical gold safely

The right storage solution is critical to protecting your investment. Here's what gold investors need to know.

CBS News - 2d

Can MLS be the world's best in the next 30 years?

If the league's first 30 years were about survival, will the next 30 see it become soccer's biggest?

ESPN - 15h

Why Conclave should win the best picture Oscar

Sturdy, classic storytelling and a peerless cast led by Ralph Fiennes’s anxious cardinal make this drama of Vatican intrigue a solid bet. Could it? Would it? Until it picked up best film at the ...

The Guardian - 10h

The 3 Best Essential Oil Diffusers (and One to Avoid)

Keep things smelling fresh with these handy home gadgets.

Wired - 4h

I love my kids but I regret having them. How can I accept my life as a parent? | Leading questions

It may help to view parenthood as a rapidly changing condition, advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith says. It’s also important not to struggle with these feelings alone. Read more Leading ...

The Guardian - 6h