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10.26.25
SCIENCE
Meet the Palestinian Teens Trying to Win Robotics Gold
BY BEN DOWSETT | 8-MINUTE READ
Next week, five teens from Palestine will head to Panama to compete in one of the world’s largest youth robotics competitions. The goal? To win—and then teach STEM to their peers displaced by the Israel-Hamas war.
CULTURE
Real Estate Is Entering Its AI Slop Era
BY KAT TENBARGE | 5-MINUTE READ
Fake video walkthroughs, a magically expanding loft, and stair hallucinations are just some of the new AI-generated features house hunters are coming across.
GEAR
Swedish Death Cleaning, but for Your Digital Life
BY JILL DUFFY | 4-MINUTE READ
The art of ordering and culling your possessions before you die should extend to your documents, photos, and digital accounts.
Rivian’s Spinoff Company—Also—Made a Modular, Affordable Electric Bike
BY ADRIENNE SO | 7-MINUTE READ
Preorders are open now for the Also TM-B ebike, which starts at $4,000. It ships next year.
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In Orbit You Have to Slow Down to Speed Up
BY RHETT ALLAIN | 4-MINUTE READ
Driving a spacecraft around a planet isn’t anything like driving on a planet. A physicist explains orbital navigation.
A High-Tech Ankle Guard Is Helping NBA Players Stay in the Game
BY BEN DOWSETT | 5-MINUTE READ
Betterguards has teamed up with the NBA Training Association to outfit players with its adaptive ankle brace. The pro ballers are avoiding serious injury while evaluating the stabilizing design.
The 55 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now
BY MATT KAMEN AND WIRED STAFF | 28-MINUTE READ
Wayward, Haunted Hotel, and House of Guinness are just a few of the shows you need to watch on Netflix this month.
We Risked Our Necks Testing Over 25 Laptop Stands to Find the Best
BY LUKE LARSEN AND BOUTAYNA CHOKRANE | 2-MINUTE READ
Get better posture, fewer back aches, and an ergonomic desk setup thanks to these top laptop stands and risers.
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