SXSW Day 2: Secret Weapons, Virtual Reality, and BBQ
WIRED reports live about all the exciting happenings at the second day of SXSW in Austin, Texas.
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The Best Lubes for Every Occasion
For the most sensitive parts of the human body, friction is the enemy. Here’s how to keep it at bay with our favorite lubes made of water, silicone, or natural oil.
Amanda Chatel
iFixit Says Switch 2 Is Probably Still Drift Prone
A teardown of Nintendo’s latest console has found that the core tech that causes joystick drift is still there. Plus it’s even harder to repair than the original.
Boone Ashworth
Cybercriminals Are Hiding Malicious Web Traffic in Plain Sight
In an effort to evade detection, cybercriminals are increasingly turning to “residential proxy” services that cover their tracks by making it look like everyday online activity.
Lily Hay Newman
Elon Musk’s Fight With Trump Threatens $48 Billion in Government Contracts
The billionaire’s feud with the president over the nation’s debt is jeopardizing lucrative deals for SpaceX and other Musk companies.
Paresh Dave
‘100% Stupid’: MAGA World Is Cautiously Turning on Elon Musk
The right-wing media ecosystem seems to not know what to make of the Elon Musk–Donald Trump spat—but some of the president’s loyalists have made their feelings known in plain terms.
Jake Lahut
DOGE Is on a Recruiting Spree
While Elon Musk and Donald Trump post through their break-up, DOGE shows no signs of slowing down—and potential recruits are being told they can make up to $195,000 a year.
Vittoria Elliott
The Best Car Vacuums, Tested in a Messy Parents Car
Dirty car? These petite vacuums will make your ride feel brand-new again, whether it’s covered in sand, toddler snacks, or pet hair.
Nena Farrell
Conspiracy World Thinks the Musk-Trump Breakup Is a ‘Psyop’
As Elon Musk and Donald Trump feuded, conspiracy theorists assured their followers it was all a show. “5D chess at its finest, baby—checkmate!” proclaimed one.
David Gilbert
Barry Diller Invented Prestige TV. Then He Conquered the Internet
The mogul behind Fox, Expedia, and Tinder opens up about Steve Jobs—and his close friend Sam Altman.
Steven Levy
The Best Mushroom Gummies So You Don’t Have to Forage in the Forest
These edibles made from functional fungi are not your childhood Flintstone vitamins.
Boutayna Chokrane
Ballerina Deserves an Oscar Nod for Stunts—But It’ll Never Get One
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced a new Oscar category for stunt performers earlier this year. But none of the performers in the latest John Wick movie will qualify.
Angela Watercutter
The Best Mushroom Coffee for an Alternative Buzz
“Coffee” made with functional mushrooms like lion’s mane and chaga is all the rage. We tried the most popular brands to find which were the most palatable.
Pete Cottell