Confessions of a Gay Priest on Hookup Apps
Reverend Paul Anthony Daniels believes love is everywhere—even on Jack’d.
From Swipe to Sweat: How Athletic Clubs Replaced Dating Apps
Post-pandemic, fitness clubs have emerged as the best place to find romance IRL. No profile required.
Federal EV Charger Freeze Sows Chaos, but Chargers Are Still Getting Built
Chargers funded through the program were due to be just a small share of those opening this year. The longer-term effects aren’t yet clear.
https://www.wired.com/story/ev-charger-freeze-sows-chaos-but-chargers-are-still-getting-built/
DOGE’s Website Is Just One Big Twitter Ad
The source code for the new Department of Government Efficiency’s “official US government website” points to X as its primary source of authority, while sharing links to the site sends users to x.com.
https://www.wired.com/story/doges-website-is-just-one-big-twitter-advert/
Want to Make Your Spotify Wrapped Better This Year? Start Now
You don’t have to be embarrassed every time Spotify Wrapped appears.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-make-your-spotify-wrapped-better-this-year/
This Ad-Tech Company Is Powering Surveillance of US Military Personnel
In a letter to a US senator, a Florida-based data broker says it obtained sensitive data on US military members in Germany from a Lithuanian firm, revealing the global nature of online ad surveillance.
The 5 Best Travel Pillows (2025), Tested and Reviewed
It can be hard to catch a nap while traveling, but these pillows can help.
I Took Grindr’s AI Wingman for a Spin. Here’s a Glimpse of Your Dating Future
Grindr CEO George Arison is going all-in on artificial intelligence. I tested the beta version of the queer app’s AI wingman, letting it guide my interactions and offer advice.
https://www.wired.com/story/hands-on-with-grindr-ai-wingman/
The 14 Best Pillows We Found After Months of Nighttime Testing (2025)
We spent months sleeping on various pillows to find the right support for your noggin whether you snooze on your side, back, or in a tangle of blankets.
16 Best Toiletry Bags, Tested and Reviewed (2025)
Our team evaluated a ton of toiletry bags to find the best storage, organization, and design options for all your essentials.
Fiat Grande Panda 2025 Review: Prices, Specs, Availability
This confident and appealing urban EV has bags of charm, history, and usefulness built in—and it could well be the best choice for anyone’s first electric car.
10 Best Mattresses for Back Pain, Tested and Reviewed (2025)
Struggling with back pain while you sleep or when you wake up in the morning? These mattresses can help with that.
https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-mattresses-for-back-pain/
What Is Down Fill Power (2025): Fill Weight, Synthetics
Whether you’re looking for extra-warm jackets or bedding, you’ve probably seen this term. Let us, er, fill you in.
Life on Earth Depends on Networks of Ocean Bacteria
Nanotube bridge networks grow between the most abundant photosynthetic bacteria in the oceans, suggesting that the world is far more interconnected than anyone realized.
https://www.wired.com/story/life-on-earth-depends-on-networks-of-ocean-bacteria/
Why People Act So Weirdly at Airports
Time and boundaries dissolve in these spaces while people become charged with stress, anxiety, and excitement. Throw in a drink or two, and it’s no wonder people aren’t themselves.
https://www.wired.com/story/the-weird-psychology-of-airports/
Gutting USAID Will Have a Monumental Effect on Combating Climate Change
The agency was a key player in renewable energy and disaster protection around the world—until Elon Musk showed up.
https://www.wired.com/story/gutting-usaid-will-have-a-monumental-effect-on-combating-climate-change/
The 42 Best Movies on Netflix Right Now (February 2025)
Parasite, Y Tu Mamá También, and Carry-On are just a few of the movies you should watch on Netflix this month.
The 43 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now (February 2025)
The Night Agent, Squid Game, and Asura are just a few of the shows you need to watch on Netflix this month.
DOGE Builds ‘Firewall’ Between Musk’s Team and Legacy USDS Workers
“As far as I can tell, they’re hiding,” one USDS employee said about the DOGE team.
https://www.wired.com/story/musk-doge-firewall-usds-workers/
The 6 Best Handheld Vacuums, Tested and Reviewed (2025)
Lightweight, powerful, and generally inexpensive, the handheld vacuum is the perfect household helper.