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Big Sneaker Brands Promised a 3D-Printed Revolution. These Are the Disrupters Making It Happen
3D printing is injecting much-needed innovation into sneaker design, but it’s small brands that are leading where big names are struggling—or hesitant—to keep up.Tech - Wired - November 11 -
Trump has promised to 'save TikTok'. What happens next is less clear
After a tumultuous year filled with anxiety and a legal fight about its future in the U.S., TikTok may have just been thrown a lifeline by the man who was once its biggest foeTech - ABC News - November 12 -
‘No sign’ of promised fossil fuel transition as emissions hit new high
Despite nations’ pledges at Cop28 a year ago, the burning of coal, oil and gas continued to rise in 2024. There is “no sign” of the transition away from burning fossil fuels that was pledged by the ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Trump meets with Biden and promises ‘smooth as it can get’ transfer of power
Trump also suggests to House Republicans he might seek a third term in office, which is prohibited by US constitution. Donald Trump met with Joe Biden on Wednesday and promised a transfer of ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Republicans promise to protect the Senate filibuster, even if it hinders Trump's agenda
The new Senate Republican majority is promising to leave the filibuster alone — even if it stands in the way of the Trump agenda they hope to advance.Politics - NBC News - November 13 -
FirstFT: Republicans complete Congress sweep
Also in today’s newsletter, France boycotts COP29 and renowned conservative lawyer diesWorld - Financial Times - November 14 -
SayGames plans to invest $30M in promising mobile game projects
Following the success of its previous investments, casual game publisher SayGames plans to offer a further $30 million to studios around the world. The company plans to focus its funding efforts on ...Tech - VentureBeat - November 14 -
Starmer promises better relations with China after Xi meeting
Prime minister proposes further talks about deepening economic and financial tiesWorld - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
What eliminating the Department of Education could mean for students, schools
President-elect Donald Trump has proposed a plan to eliminate the Department of Education to “send all education work and needs back to the States."Top stories - ABC News - 2 days ago -
A Japanese Star’s M.L.B. Contract Will Lead to Broken Promises Elsewhere
The team that signs Roki Sasaki will likely break preexisting verbal commitments with Latin American teenagers, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
How Trump’s Tax Cuts and Tariffs Could Turn Into Law
Republicans are juggling complex political and tactical questions as they plan their congressional agenda next year.Business - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Trump Promises Clean Water. Will He Clean Up PFAS?
Public health advocates worry that Donald Trump could unravel federal clean water efforts, including restrictions on lead pipes and chemicals known as PFAS.World - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Starmer will struggle to keep his ‘smash the gangs’ promise - as I saw firsthand
Keir Starmer says it is his personal mission to defeat the people-smuggling gangsTop stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Trump promises to use U.S. military in mass deportation plans
President-elect Donald Trump vowed to use the U.S. military to carry out his mass deportation plans. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports on the plan's legality ...Top stories - CBS News - 23 hours ago -
Nintendo Alarmo Review: Nagging Nostalgia
Nintendo’s alarm clock does less than we want it to for more than we want to pay. You might want to buy one anyway.Tech - Wired - October 23 -
Unbound Flick Review: A Ring Vibrator
This is the new wearable vibrator to get.Tech - Wired - November 3 -
Review of England's defeat by Australia 'brutal'
England's review of their last-gasp defeat by Australia was "brutal" but exactly what the squad needed, says wing Ollie Sleightholme.Top stories - BBC News - November 11 -
Amyl and the Sniffers review – nonstop fireworks
Roundhouse, London The Aussie rockers led by the magnetic Amy Taylor showcase new album Cartoon Darkness with an explosive set that just keeps giving and giving. Part of the appeal of the ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Book Review: ‘Cher: The Memoir,’ by Cher
The first volume of her frank autobiography is a testament to resilience, chronicling a grim childhood and the brazen path to stardom, with and without Sonny.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
U.K. to Review Merger Probes Approach
The U.K.’s competition regulator plans to review how it inspects big mergers and whether more can be cleared without forcing businesses to sell assets.Business - The Wall Street Journal - 11 hours ago -
Erykah Badu, Playboi Carti, MF Doom tribute, Sexyy Red and more bring the heat to Camp Flog Gnaw on Day 2
As fans swarmed the festival to see the likes of Mustard, Erykah Badu and Playboi Carti, the mindset of letting it all hang out on a Sunday evening was strong throughout the three-stage slate of ...Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 3 days ago -
'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages
Water UK chief apologises for the industry's performance as the sector faces a "root and branch" review.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
Loop Switch 2 Review: Volume-Adjustable Earplugs
These earplugs let you fine-tune your noise reduction—within reason.Tech - Wired - October 23 -
Yelp disables reviews for the McDonald's location visited by Trump
Yelp said it disabled comments after a rash of politicized reviews for the Feasterville, PA-based McDonald's visited by Donald Trump.Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
15 Best Wireless Earbuds, Tested and Reviewed (2024)
Ready to cut the cord? These are our favorite buds that will never, ever get tangled.Tech - Wired - October 24 -
The Menendez Brothers’ Case Under Review: What to Know.
Prosecutors have recommended that the brothers be resentenced. It could lead to their release from prison.Top stories - The New York Times - October 24 -
Before review – Billy Crystal’s move into horror is brilliant
The actor excels as a grieving child psychiatrist drawn to the spine-tingling case of a troubled boy – which is full of haunting visions, blood and supernatural menace. As someone who has always ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
Letters by Oliver Sacks review – science, sex and motorcycles
The kaleidoscopic world and polymathic interests of the great neurologist brought to life in his correspondence. In 1960, Oliver Sacks, a 27-year-old University of Oxford graduate, arrived in San ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
‘Conclave’ Review: Serpents and Doves Amok in the Vatican
This film, based on Robert Harris’s 2016 thriller of the same title, centers on a British cardinal (a sensational Ralph Fiennes), and a campaign for a new pope.Top stories - The New York Times - October 25 -
The Best Samsung Phones of 2024, Tested and Reviewed
From flagship and budget to flipping and folding, Samsung’s Galaxy range spans the breadth of the smartphone cosmos. WIRED’s here to help you make your choice.Tech - Wired - October 25 -
NFL must make face mask fouls reviewable
It's long overdue for the league to fix a massive flaw in the replay rules.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 25 -
8 Best Bed Frames (2024), Tested and Reviewed
Get that box spring off the floor with these WIRED-tested frames.Tech - Wired - October 25 -
The Best iPhone 16 Cases, Tested and Reviewed (2024)
I’ve tested more than 80 cases for Apple’s iPhone 16 range. These are the best cases, along with a few MagSafe accessories.Tech - Wired - October 25 -
Renault 5 EV Review: Specs, Price, Availability
It’s rare for WIRED to pronounce a new car an instant smash hit, but the all-electric Renault 5 ticks all the boxes.Tech - Wired - October 26