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9 Best Apple AirPods Cases We've Tried and Tested (2025)

From a can of Spam to a mini suitcase, these are our favorite ways to disguise (and protect) Apple’s wireless earbuds. We have picks for protecting the over-the-ear AirPods Max headphones too.

Wired - 5h

Best Laptop Backpacks We've Tried and Tested (2025)

Whether you’re biking to the office or schlepping a camera to a shoot, a laptop bag is your constant companion. These WIRED-reviewed packs do the job.

Wired - 6h

Google to test using AI to determine users’ ages

It comes as the company leans more heavily into AI and as it faces pressure from lawmakers.

CNBC - 22h

Belarus Frees an American and 2 Others as It Tries to Thaw Relations

Aleksandr G. Lukashenko, Belarus’s autocratic president and Russia’s closest ally, has taken steps to soften his country’s isolation from the West.

The New York Times - 1d

Salman and Rizwan centuries power Pakistan to record chase and place in tri-nation series final

Pakistan eliminated South Africa from the tri-nation series with centuries from captain Mohammad Rizwan and vice-captain Salman Ali Agha leading the home team to its highest-ever successful run ...

ABC News - 1d

Best Bird Feeders With Cameras, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

These bird feeders come with cameras and connected apps to let you see and learn about the birds in your neighborhood.

Wired - 1d

9 Best Travel Adapters (2025), Tested and Reviewed

When going abroad, the right plugs are essential to keeping your gadgets charged. These are our favorites.

Wired - 1d

Trump tries to tackle an audacious campaign pledge: From the Politics Desk

President Donald Trump repeatedly pledged on the campaign trail to quickly end the Russia-Ukraine war — either on Day 1 or even before he took office.

NBC News - 21h

King tries his arm at American Football

King Charles throws an NFL ball on a visit to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

BBC News - 1d

My no-plastic life: I tried to cut out single-use items for a month – and it almost broke me

Sourcing fruit and veg without wrapping was hard enough, but finding an eco-friendly way to brush my teeth was its own world of pain. And as for my 6pm crisps fix – forget it. The scale of plastic ...

The Guardian - 1d

Elon Musk appears with Trump and tries to claim ‘Doge’ team is transparent

Key presidential ally, whose agency has operated in secrecy, also makes claim – without evidence – of fraud at USAid. Elon Musk claimed in the Oval Office on Tuesday that his so-called “department ...

The Guardian - 1d

Man City tried to out-Real Madrid Los Blancos but Champions League holders do what they always do

Behind a makeshift defense, Los Blancos went to the Etihad, trailed late and still came away with the victory

CBS Sports - 1d

Dak Prescott doesn't sound too worried about Cowboys catching up to Eagles: 'I feel like we've competed and beat them'

The Cowboys lost twice to the Eagles last season by a combined score of 75-13.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

How Texas Tech built a portal class so good Notre Dame tried to poach the GM

A robust NIL program and a savvy general manager have made the Red Raiders into a big offseason winner. But will that translate to wins on the field?

ESPN - 2d

Warren: 'We've got our toes right on the edge of a constitutional crisis'

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) said the Trump administration is putting the nation “on the edge of a constitutional crisis” following a series of sweeping executive orders and funding freezes ...

The Hill - 2d

11 Best Android Phones of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

Shopping for a phone can be an ordeal. That’s why we’ve tested almost every Android phone, from the smartest to the cheapest—even phones that fold—to find those worth your money.

Wired - 2d

The 5 Best Travel Pillows (2025), Tested and Reviewed

It can be hard to catch a nap while traveling, but these pillows can help.

Wired - 2d

Germany’s Would-Be Chancellor Tries to Get Back on Cruise Control

Dogged by protesters, but apparently safe from damage in the polls, Friedrich Merz is putting a failed immigration gambit behind him.

The New York Times - 2d

GeneDx CEO wants genetic testing for every newborn

GeneDx is targeting a big market for its genetic testing: every newborn baby

ABC News - 3d

8 Best Touchscreen Gloves (2025), Tested and Reviewed

We braved the cold to answer a modern dilemma: Can you keep your hands warm and use a smartphone at the same time?

Wired - 3d

16 Best Toiletry Bags, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

Our team evaluated a ton of toiletry bags to find the best storage, organization, and design options for all your essentials.

Wired - 3d

What would happen if Musk tries to defy court orders?

With Musk flirting with defying court orders or targeting judges, the third branch of government might soon confront an unprecedented scenario in modern history.

ABC News - 3d

I tried the popular 30/30/30 morning routine – and was left sadder, wiser and nauseated | Emma Beddington

That’s 30g of protein within half an hour of waking, then a spot of “low-intensity” cardio. Doesn’t sound so bad, does it? Don’t be fooled. In my continued quest for self-optimisation via silly ...

The Guardian - 3d

Keir Starmer takes public HIV test in push to destigmatise testing for virus

Prime minister takes home test at No 10 with soul singer Beverley Knight to promote HIV Testing Week. Keir Starmer has taken a public HIV test in an effort to destigmatise testing for the virus and ...

The Guardian - 3d

Best Robot Vacuum (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Whether you’re up against pet hair or you want to splurge on a high-end laser-guided robot vacuum, we have the perfect pick for you.

Wired - 4d

ICE immigration sweeps puts New Orleans' sanctuary city status to the test

A Louisiana state law passed just last year bans the very policies that make New Orleans a sanctuary city, the only one in the Gulf states.

CBS News - 4d

Alex Rodriguez says he tried to steer Patrick Mahomes toward baseball: 'Man, am I glad he didn't listen to me'

Football has worked out just fine for the star Kansas City Chiefs quarterback

CBS Sports - 5d

8 Best Water Leak Detectors (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Don’t let busted pipes or an overflowing washing machine dampen your day. These WIRED-tested smart water sensors can help you catch problems quicker.

Wired - 5d

JD Vance Aced His First Test. The Next One Will Be Tougher.

The vice president wrangled a few holdout senators. Now he’s faced with taming an unruly House.

Politico - 5d

Serbia’s Protests Test the President’s Grip on Power

President Aleksandar Vucic of Serbia, battered by months of nationwide protests, is struggling to weather his biggest political crisis in more than a decade of rule.

The New York Times - 5d

Mexico tries to tame ‘monster’ cartels to please Trump

President Claudia Sheinbaum faces hurdles in fighting drug violence to placate US

Financial Times - 5d

How Trump is testing checks and balances through Elon Musk's DOGE

NBC News' Laura Jarrett looks at whether there are legal paths to block recent moves by President Trump and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.

NBC News - 5d

The Best Samsung Galaxy S25 Cases and Accessories (2025), Tested and Reviewed

You just spent a lot of money on a new Samsung phone. Keep it safe with these cases and screen protectors.

Wired - 5d

8 Best Streaming Devices for TVs (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Should you get a Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, Apple TV, or Google TV Streamer? We've tested them all, and these are worth your money.

Wired - 6d

Best Flower Delivery Services, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

Celebrating an anniversary? Forgot an anniversary? Let a professional flower delivery service do the heavy lifting for you. Just don’t forget the card.

Wired - 6d

The 6 Best Handheld Vacuums, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

Lightweight, powerful, and generally inexpensive, the handheld vacuum is the perfect household helper.

Wired - 6d

The Best Samsung Phones of 2025, 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.

Wired - 6d