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Britain’s Brewing Battle Over Data Centers

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The Labour Party, which is leading in UK election polls, has proposed making it easier for companies to build new server farms—risking a new type of conflict in communities across the country.

Tuesday, Jul 2

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Hurricane Beryl Isn’t a Freak Storm—It’s the Exact Nightmare Meteorologists Predicted

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A hot ocean provides the energy hurricanes need to grow—and can limit the cooling that happens in their wake, making it likelier that the storms that follow will be powerful ones.

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Google Search Ranks AI Spam Above Original Reporting in News Results

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Google adjusted its policies to target AI spam earlier this year, but plagiarizing content still comes up higher in search results months later—and SEO experts aren’t sure why.

The 51 Best Shows on Disney+ Right Now (July 2024)

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The Acolyte, X-Men ’97, and World Eats Bread are just a few of the shows you should be watching on Disney+ this month.

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Polestar Is Bracing for the EV Tariff Wars. It May Not Emerge Unscathed

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The carmaker says that China tariffs will impact its core product, the Polestar 2, amid growing financial pressure.

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The Best Substack Alternatives

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These three alternatives to the newsletter platform offer just as many—if not more—features, and can be easier on your wallet.

Our Favorite Headphones for Working Out (2024)

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Rock your inner jock with a pair of sturdy, sweatproof, and tangle-proof headphones. Here are our favorites.

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The Best iPad Accessories, From Cases and Keyboards to Chargers and Hubs (2024)

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These are some of our favorite stands, cases, keyboards, and styli, no matter which Apple tablet you have.

Microsoft Surface Laptop (7th Edition) Review: Reliable With Mid AI

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Microsoft’s new laptop is a great Windows machine for everyday tasks, but its AI features leave much to be desired.

We Snoozed With the Best Sleep Gadgets, From Apps to Noise Machines, Blankets, Lights, and More

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Do you struggle to nod off or stay asleep through the night? These WIRED-tested tools can help.

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The Genius Behind @OKWildlifeDept's Most Viral Tweets Is Signing Off

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Sarah Southerland used the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation's social media feeds to warn you about mountain lions and Halloween candy, leaving behind one of the internet’s great legacies.

The Tech Crash Course That Trains US Diplomats to Spot Threats

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The US State Department is training diplomats in cybersecurity, privacy, telecommunications, and other technology issues, allowing them to advance US policy abroad.

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The Hunt for the Most Efficient Heat Pump in the World

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A new generation of engineers has realized they can push heat pumps to the limit, but just how much heat you can extract depends on your setup.

YouTube’s Rulings on Gaza War Videos Spark Internal Backlash

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Insiders have shared YouTube’s playbook for handling the Gaza crisis. They argue that it shows inconsistent enforcement.

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Sexist Myths Are a Danger to Health

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To improve outcomes for female patients, all evidence needs to be considered—while outdated myths about the significance of sex differences need to be retired.

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Audi Q6 E-tron Review: Price, Specs, Availability

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The first model on the brand’s new electric car platform, this ChatGPT-enabled EV SUV combines incredible comfort with possibly too much tech.

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The US Supreme Court Has Handed Big Tech a Big Gift

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By shifting regulatory power away from government agencies and to the courts, recent SCOTUS rulings may be a boon for a tech industry under fire.

REI’s Fourth of July Sale Has Great Deals on Our Favorite Outdoor Gear

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Whether you need a tent, sleeping pad, rain jacket, or new pack, REI’s Independence Day sale has something for everyone.

Monday, Jul 1

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Leading Lab-Grown Meat Company Cuts Dozens of Jobs

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Upside Foods is slashing staff, citing legislative, regulatory, and funding headwinds.

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The Best Laptop Docking Stations We Tested and Reviewed (2024)

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Connect your laptop to your monitors, keyboard, mouse, and everything else you need, with one simple cable.

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11 Best Coolers WIRED Tested for Every Budget, Any Situation

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We chugged chilled beverages to bring you our favorite coolers for every situation.

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Best Satellite Messengers (2024): Iridium, Tracking Devices, Garmin

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Stay safe and text your friends and family from every corner of the globe.

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I'm a Heavy Sleeper, So I Tried 5 Clocks That Shock and Roll (2024)

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From runaway robots to “sonic bombs,” we reviewed offbeat alarm clocks designed to awaken even the heaviest sleepers.

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Climate Change Has Fried Earth So Badly Trees Won’t Save You Today—But I Will

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The people of Phoenix will suffer under extreme heat this summer. The city has workers for that.

Meta’s Pay-for-Privacy Model Is Illegal, Says EU

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In the latest big tech reprimand, European Commission officials say the tech giant must offer another option for EU users to opt out of targeted advertising.

How to Get Rich From Peeping Inside People’s Fridges

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Forget the S&P 500. Look at the ice cream. This investor visits homes around the world to see where diets—and economies—will go next.

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The Problem the US TikTok Crackdown and Kaspersky Ban Have in Common

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While Kaspersky and TikTok make very different kinds of software, the US has targeted both over national security concerns. But the looming bans have larger implications for internet freedom.

Not Everyone Loses Weight on Ozempic

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For many patients, GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy lead to substantial weight loss. But some see much less benefit, and researchers are trying to figure out why.

Sunday, Jun 30

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The Best Kids Headphones of 2024—With Features to Protect Your Kids Hearing

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If you use screens for work and play, your child probably does too. These are the best pairs we’ve bought and tested for our own kids.

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We Tested All of Amazon's Fire Tablets So You Don't Have To. Here Are the Ones You Should Get

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Whether you need a travel-friendly slate or something affordable for the kids, we tested every model to find the right one for every occasion.