Sara Thacher’s nephew was excited to help the First Order. During a test voyage of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser earlier this year, the 11 year old Star Wars fan set out to side with the antagonists, due in part to their cool costume appeal. Then he met some of the heroes of the Resistance. “And […]
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This Recyclable Boat Is Made From Wool
By adding unwanted wool to the manufacturing chain, this forward-thinking New Zealand firm hopes to save farmers and the planet.
How to Shop More Ethically This Holiday Season
Consider these tips for putting your dollars back into your community, from supporting small businesses to making more sustainable choices.
LEGO Star Wars: Castaways Sends Players on a Bricktastic Adventure
If you were a LEGO Star Wars character, who would you be? That question lies at the very heart of LEGO Star Wars: Castaways, an online, action-adventure mobile game available now on Apple Arcade and playable across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV. In LEGO Star Wars: Castaways, players build and customize their own in-game […]
How to Re-Waterproof Your Old Rain Jacket
All clothing loses its water resistance over time. Here’s how to get it back, so you don’t have to buy new outerwear.
Facebook Reaches for More Realistic VR With Haptic Gloves
The company has unveiled a new prototype wearable that mimics the feeling of handling real objects in the virtual world.
The Fashion Industry Could Reduce Emissions—if It Wanted To
It’s common practice for apparel brands to hop from factory to factory in search of cost savings. Experts say this keeps companies hooked on fossil fuels.
How to Pick the Perfect Phone Case
Protect your smartphone—and your sanity—with this helpful expert guidance.
RE:WIRED 2021: Jen Easterly Wants Hackers to Help US Cyber Defense
The retired Army officer played offense at the NSA and the Pentagon. Now she’s learning to play defense.