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Ever Heard of Motocross Martial Arts? Let Vin Diesel Explain It to You

Sometimes you just have to invent new ways to kick ass. The post Ever Heard of Motocross Martial Arts? Let Vin Diesel Explain It to You appeared first on WIRED .

Too Bad Audi’s Swanky New Headlights Aren’t Allowed in the US

Stodgy regulations mean US drivers don't get headlights that can spell out messages and spotlight pedestrians. The post Too Bad Audi's Swanky New Headlights Aren't Allowed in the US appeared first on WIRED .

The 8 Burning Questions We Still Have About the Nintendo Switch

How much will Nintendo's new console cost? What kinds of games will it play? And what else can it do, besides switch between tablet and TV? The post The 8 Burning Questions We Still Have About the Nintendo Switch appeared first on WIRED .

Dirty Diesels Could Cost VW Execs Decades in Prison

Six indicted employees face serious charges, and they won't be the last ones. The post Dirty Diesels Could Cost VW Execs Decades in Prison appeared first on WIRED .

Why It’s Impossible to Predict When That Giant Antarctic Ice Sheet Will Split

Melting ice is a master's class in fluid dynamics. The post Why It’s Impossible to Predict When That Giant Antarctic Ice Sheet Will Split appeared first on WIRED .

What Happens When Algorithms Design a Concert Hall? The Stunning Elbphilharmonie

Herzog and De Meuron's new philharmonic in Hamburg, Germany is an impressive feat of technology. The post What Happens When Algorithms Design a Concert Hall? The Stunning Elbphilharmonie appeared first on WIRED .

Mike Pompeo’s CIA Director Hearing: 3 Questions Congress Must Ask

Tensions between the incoming administration and the intelligence community mean it's more important than ever that the Senate asks tough questions. The post Mike Pompeo’s CIA Director Hearing: 3 Questions Congress Must Ask appeared first on WIRED .

Inside Bangladesh’s Polluted, Billion-Dollar Leather Industry

Hazaribagh, Bangladesh is one of the most toxic places on earth. The post Inside Bangladesh's Polluted, Billion-Dollar Leather Industry appeared first on WIRED .

To Understand PTSD, Send Scientists to War

A combat veteran says mental trauma is more complicated than we think. To reduce psychological casualties, we need research on the battlefield. The post To Understand PTSD, Send Scientists to War appeared first on WIRED .

James Mattis Defense Secretary Hearings: 4 Questions Senators Must Ask

The Mattis hearings shouldn't end until he answers these crucial questions. The post James Mattis Defense Secretary Hearings: 4 Questions Senators Must Ask appeared first on WIRED .

Think Exercise Is Hard? Try Training Like a Nike Super-Athlete

Our writer is using the same training regime, apparel, and expertise as three elite Nike athletes. The post Think Exercise Is Hard? Try Training Like a Nike Super-Athlete appeared first on WIRED .

3 Key Questions Senators Should Ask Ben Carson, Trump’s HUD Pick

Ben Carson has said little about what he may do at the Department of Housing and Urban Development. His confirmation hearing today could provide insight. The post 3 Key Questions Senators Should Ask Ben Carson, Trump’s HUD Pick appeared first on WIRED .

Ease Back Into WIRED Book Club With the Hugo-Winning Novella Binti

Welcome (back) to WIRED Book Club! We know you've resolved to read more in the new year, so let us help. The post Ease Back Into WIRED Book Club With the Hugo-Winning Novella Binti appeared first on WIRED .

The Next Big Crime Podcast Is Coming From Inside the Jail

Antwan Williams, Earlonne Woods and Nigel Poor produce Radiotopia's latest podcast. Two of them are in prison. The post The Next Big Crime Podcast Is Coming From Inside the Jail appeared first on WIRED .

HTC U Ultra Is a Phone for Teens, or Something Like That

Meet the phone that's just for you. Just for u. Just for #u. The post HTC U Ultra Is a Phone for Teens, or Something Like That appeared first on WIRED .

If Trump Wants a ‘Hacking Defense’ Strategy, He Should Just Use Obama’s

President-elect Trump could learn a lot about the cyber from his predecessor. The post If Trump Wants a 'Hacking Defense' Strategy, He Should Just Use Obama's appeared first on WIRED .

Trump’s Plan to Avoid Conflicts of Interest Won’t Avoid a Thing

Lawyers and ethicists say from transparency to debts, the plan Trump revealed today solves nothing. Oh, and blind trusts actually have to be blind. The post Trump's Plan to Avoid Conflicts of Interest Won't Avoid a Thing appeared first on WIRED .

Tillerson’s Hearing Seals It: the US Won’t Lead on Climate Change

Tillerson and Trump are poised to cede America's leadership role on climate change to other nations. The post Tillerson's Hearing Seals It: the US Won't Lead on Climate Change appeared first on WIRED .

The Next Transportation Secretary Seems Pretty Down With Self-Driving Cars

Elaine Chao's confirmation hearing offered subtle assurances that autonomous advocates would have an ally at the top. The post The Next Transportation Secretary Seems Pretty Down With Self-Driving Cars appeared first on WIRED .

Donald Trump Is Still Campaigning—Against the Press

In a wide-ranging press conference—his first since July—president-elect Trump's contempt for the media was the consistent thread. The post Donald Trump Is Still Campaigning---Against the Press appeared first on WIRED .

George Lucas’ Museum Finally (Maybe!) Lands in Los Angeles

After bouncing from city to city, it appears George Lucas' museum will end up in LA. The post George Lucas' Museum Finally (Maybe!) Lands in Los Angeles appeared first on WIRED .