The ‘Exotic Physics’ Behind a Mysterious 1,000-Mile Cloud on Mars
The cloud has baffled astronomers since its discovery in 2018. Now, a new study offers a possible cause for its appearance.
What to Know About Shamonda Virus Following the First Reported Human Infection
Although the case is considered exceptional, investigators are working to determine how the infection occurred and whether the pathogen played a role in the patient’s death.
A New Ice Age Was Beginning. Then Humans Started Burning Fossil Fuels
Ancient plants reveal that the vestiges of the North American ice sheet started expanding a few thousand years ago, but that climate change caused it to reverse course.
Hugging Face’s New AI Biology Model Lets You Chat With DNA
The new open-source model speaks the language of DNA and can help researchers understand the effects of any changes on gene activity and health.
Telehealth Giant Hims Wants to Test Every Dude for Low Testosterone
The company plans to offer testosterone replacement therapy, marking its first foray into prescribing controlled substances.
OpenAI Invests in Startup That Uses Brain Implants to Detect Cancer
It’s the latest in a growing wave of bets that AI companies are making on brain data.
The Physics Behind Tesla’s Flying Roadster
To understand how Elon’s new car hops, glides, and sticks upside down, we need to talk about friction and force.
How to See the Orionid Meteor Shower and Other Upcoming Astronomical Events
Made up of small fragments left behind by Halley’s Comet, these meteors are known for being especially bright and speedy.
Japan’s MMX Mission Wants to Bring Martian Moon Samples Back to Earth
JAXA is leading an international mission to reach Mars’ Phobos moon and bring soil back to Earth. If successful, it could unlock new clues about the history of the solar system.
How Elizabeth Holmes Tricked WIRED—and Everyone Else
WIRED was the first magazine to cover Theranos and its enticing billionaire founder. There were warning signs even then.