Unexpected Life on Ötzi the Iceman: Ancient Microbes and Sourdough
Two new studies reveal ancient microorganisms on the 5,300-year-old mummy and a yeast-derived loaf of bread.
Aug 7, 20260 views
From Slasher Icons to Haunted Mazes: The Ever-Expanding Business of Horror
As Halloween attractions grow, a look at how horror films, TV hosts, and theme parks keep fear fun and profitable.
Aug 7, 20260 views
Existing Osteoporosis Drug Shows Promise for Back Pain, New Zebrafish Study Finds
Researchers discover genetic chain reaction behind spinal disc degeneration and identify a potential treatment using a common osteoporosis medication.
Aug 7, 20260 views
TMZ Takes Washington: The Gossip Empire Invades Congress
How the tabloid giant is mixing celebrity culture with Capitol Hill, and what it means for political journalism.
Aug 6, 20261 views
Grandma and Granddaughter's Viral Dating Advice Captures America's Heart
Kim Murstein and Gail Rudnick, the duo behind 'Excuse My Grandma,' share their intergenerational wisdom in CNBC Make It's 250th anniversary series.
Aug 4, 20262 views
Streaming Deals Reimagined: How to Save Big in 2026 and What Tech Media Is Showing Us
From Starz's $0.99 plan to Peacock's 45% off, the streaming wars are a bargain hunter's paradise—while WIRED explores everything from ebikes to polar bears.
Aug 4, 20261 views
Neural Roots of Weight Regain: Why Diets Fail and GLP-1s Only Temporarily Help
New research reveals the brain's biological memory for fat, explaining rapid weight regain after stopping weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro.
Aug 4, 20261 views
FDA Green-Lights Some Peptides, but Unregulated Market Raises Alarms
From cancer vaccines to skincare, peptides are booming—yet experts warn of risky, unproven products flooding shelves.
Aug 3, 20261 views
Slum Dwellers Help Design Their Own New Homes in Prize-Winning Housing Experiment
A bold participatory redevelopment project transforms tin shacks into modern apartments, setting a new standard for inclusive urban planning.
Aug 2, 20261 views
The Rise of Singledom: More Adults Choosing Autonomy Over Romance
From solo dining to solo travel, a growing number of Americans are embracing single life as a symbol of independence.
Jul 31, 20262 views