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Watch a Surprisingly Touching Stream of Unwatched YouTube Videos

This new website lets you peek into the lives of strangers, one obscure YouTube clip at a time. The post Watch a Surprisingly Touching Stream of Unwatched YouTube Videos appeared first on WIRED .

Anne Hathaway Makes a Kaiju Dance in New Colossal Trailer

In Nacho Vigalondo's upcoming film, Anne Hathaway realizes she's controlling a city-crushing monster. The post Anne Hathaway Makes a Kaiju Dance in New Colossal Trailer appeared first on WIRED .

Here’s a Bright Idea: A Lamp That Lights Up When You Whistle

The most delightful way to turn on the light? Pucker up and blow. The post Here's a Bright Idea: A Lamp That Lights Up When You Whistle appeared first on WIRED .

Dear Angelica Is the Film—and Filmmaking Tool—VR Needs

Making a female-led VR experience sets a precedent for the industry, and the animation tool Quill puts the creative power in VR users' hands. The post Dear Angelica Is the Film—and Filmmaking Tool—VR Needs appeared first on WIRED .

It’s About To Get Even Easier to Hide on the Dark Web

The anonymity-focused Tor Project wants to make darknet sites not just more secure, but potentially undiscoverable. The post It’s About To Get Even Easier to Hide on the Dark Web appeared first on WIRED .

Physics Explains How (But Not Why) Humans Can Throw Washing Machines

In this competition, humans are throwing washing machines. What is the force and power required to accomplish such a feat? The post Physics Explains How (But Not Why) Humans Can Throw Washing Machines appeared first on WIRED .

Inauguration Liveblog: Donald Trump Is Sworn In as President

Join WIRED for analysis, insight, and updates from the Capitol as Donald Trump—real estate mogul, reality TV star, and tweeter-in-chief—becomes president. The post Inauguration Liveblog: Donald Trump Is Sworn In as President appeared first on WIRED .

China’s Plan to Rule the World: Make All the Gadgets

Instead of just making and selling smartphones, Xiaomi wants to make and sell just about everything. The post China's Plan to Rule the World: Make All the Gadgets appeared first on WIRED .

That Whole Oculus Lawsuit Hinges on What Makes Code ‘New’

ZeniMax claims its tech is being used in Facebook-owned Oculus products without permission. But what does it really mean to steal code? The post That Whole Oculus Lawsuit Hinges on What Makes Code ‘New' appeared first on WIRED .

The Whirling Ballet of the Presidential Motorcade

The most complex of safety dances. The post The Whirling Ballet of the Presidential Motorcade appeared first on WIRED .

M. Night Shyamalan’s Latest Twist? Making Good Movies Again

The writer-director's new film, 'Split,' is his second good high-drama shocker in a row. The post M. Night Shyamalan's Latest Twist? Making Good Movies Again appeared first on WIRED .

Secret Facebook Groups Are the Trump Era’s Worst, Best Echo Chamber

People seeking solidarity and safety in like-minded groups are increasingly looking to secret Facebook groups. They're solipsistic—but that's OK. The post Secret Facebook Groups Are the Trump Era's Worst, Best Echo Chamber appeared first on WIRED .

The Totally Legit Complete Guide to Trump’s Inauguration

Get the full line-up here. The post The Totally Legit Complete Guide to Trump's Inauguration appeared first on WIRED .

Starling Murmurations Are Beautiful. Just Ignore the Poop

Hundreds of birds soared through the sky above Pontevedra, Spain. It's stunning and just a little bit icky. The post Starling Murmurations Are Beautiful. Just Ignore the Poop appeared first on WIRED .

At the DeploraBall, Trump’s Online Army Wonders: What Now?

They're the new heart of conservatism, but finding consensus about what they stand for is as difficult as finding consensus about anything online. The post At the DeploraBall, Trump's Online Army Wonders: What Now? appeared first on WIRED .

Meitu, a Viral Anime Makeover App, Has Major Privacy Red Flags

Turning yourself into a pretty fairy will cost you some personal data. The post Meitu, a Viral Anime Makeover App, Has Major Privacy Red Flags appeared first on WIRED .

UFOs, Psychics, and Spies: The CIA Just Put 12M Pages of Files Online. Start Here

All the spy secrets that are fit to declassify. The post UFOs, Psychics, and Spies: The CIA Just Put 12M Pages of Files Online. Start Here appeared first on WIRED .