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A Beautiful Fly Ignites a Bitter Feud Among Scientists

The fly was beautiful. But the debate it has sparked among taxonomists is tearing the field apart. The post A Beautiful Fly Ignites a Bitter Feud Among Scientists appeared first on WIRED .

A Definitive Ranking of the Best Hair in the Star Wars Universe

From Leia's locks to the best 'do on Naboo, here's every Star Wars style ranked. The post A Definitive Ranking of the Best Hair in the Star Wars Universe appeared first on WIRED .

Architects and Engineers Shove a Lightsaber Through the Death Star’s Bad Design

The plans get stolen, transmitted to Princess Leia, hidden on an R2 unit, and allow the Rebels to triumph. They're also terrible. The post Architects and Engineers Shove a Lightsaber Through the Death Star's Bad Design appeared first on WIRED .

Science Can Restore America’s Faith in Democracy

Opinion: Elections that let voters rank their choices are inherently more democratic. The post Science Can Restore America's Faith in Democracy appeared first on WIRED .

The Bittersweet Sweepstakes to Build an AI That Destroys Fake News

A professor who built a self-driving car in the '80s is now targeting fake news with artificial intelligence. He already knows he can't win. The post The Bittersweet Sweepstakes to Build an AI That Destroys Fake News appeared first on WIRED .

Rogue One Review: It’s Like Someone Made 2016 Into a Star Wars Movie

The latest 'Star Wars' movie isn't just a standalone, it's apropos. The post Rogue One Review: It’s Like Someone Made 2016 Into a Star Wars Movie appeared first on WIRED .

Step Aboard the Original Air Force One for a Fascinating 3D Tour

The Boeing 707 that served Eisenhower, JFK, LBJ, and Nixon is spartan by modern standards. The post Step Aboard the Original Air Force One for a Fascinating 3D Tour appeared first on WIRED .

Americans Got Christmas Trees. Russians? New Year Trees

Meet the vendors peddling holiday spirit far and wide. The post Americans Got Christmas Trees. Russians? New Year Trees appeared first on WIRED .

Your (Just a Bit Illegal) Cheat Sheet for Hacking Safer Streets

Citizens! Grab your pitchforks and your paint rollers! There is DIY infrastructure to build! The post Your (Just a Bit Illegal) Cheat Sheet for Hacking Safer Streets appeared first on WIRED .

The 10 Movies People Will Find a Stupid Reason to Boycott in 2017

Forget #DumpStarWars—here comes #InSpaceNoOnCanHearYouFail. The post The 10 Movies People Will Find a Stupid Reason to Boycott in 2017 appeared first on WIRED .

Civil War Turns Syria’s Doctors Into Masters of Improvisation

Deprived of drugs and supplies, Syrian medics have had to innovate their way out disaster The post Civil War Turns Syria’s Doctors Into Masters of Improvisation appeared first on WIRED .

18 Gift Ideas for Dogs and Their Owners (Mostly The Owners)

Your pooch may still love you no matter what you get them, but you should still get them the best. The post 18 Gift Ideas for Dogs and Their Owners (Mostly The Owners) appeared first on WIRED .

Review: Beats Powerbeats3 Wireless Headphones

Apple's other W1-powered wireless earphones aren't a computer for your ears. They're headphones. The post Review: Beats Powerbeats3 Wireless Headphones appeared first on WIRED .

Review: ThermaCell ProFlex Heavy Duty Heated Insoles

Cold feet is more than merely a malady that effects those about to hit the karaoke stage. The post Review: ThermaCell ProFlex Heavy Duty Heated Insoles appeared first on WIRED .

Tom Wheeler Resigns From the FCC—So Long, Net Neutrality

The man who saved net neutrality is stepping aside. The post Tom Wheeler Resigns From the FCC—So Long, Net Neutrality appeared first on WIRED .

Overstock Begins Trading Its Shares Via the Bitcoin Blockchain

Outspoken Overstock CEO Patrick Bryne delivers the stock market's "Sputnik moment." The post Overstock Begins Trading Its Shares Via the Bitcoin Blockchain appeared first on WIRED .

The New Star Trek Series Finally Realizes Gene Roddenberry’s Ultimate Vision

With a black woman in the lead, 'Star Trek: Discovery' continues the long tradition of humanism that defines our progress as a species. The post The New Star Trek Series Finally Realizes Gene Roddenberry's Ultimate Vision appeared first on WIRED .

Environmental Justice Enters Its Age of Anxiety

From Flint to Standing Rock, a movement built to address the racial inequities in environmental issues emerged on the national stage during the Obama years. But the winds are about to change. The post Environmental Justice Enters Its Age of Anxiety appeared first on WIRED .

Want to Fight Online BS? We’ve Got Your Crash Course

WIRED's new video series uses rationality and logic to battle the scourge of "post-truth" fake news. The post Want to Fight Online BS? We've Got Your Crash Course appeared first on WIRED .

Facebook Finally Gets Real About Fighting Fake News

The social network's updates to address fake news are live now. And while they won't solve the problem overnight, they're an important first step. The post Facebook Finally Gets Real About Fighting Fake News appeared first on WIRED .