Grilling is the most elemental way to cook. There’s the burning wood, charcoal, or gas-producing heat, and there’s your food sizzling in that heat. It’s simple, but it can be daunting. How do you know when your meat is done? How do you get an even sear? As with most things, having the right tools… Continue reading 10 Essential Accessories to Up Your Backyard Grilling Game
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The FBI’s Director Compares Ransomware Threat to 9/11
Ransomware was on everyone’s mind again this week as the world’s largest meat processing company, JBS SA, faced an attack that crippled its operations in Australia and North America. The company was able to restore operations in just a few days, but the situation underscored once again ransomware’s dire threat to supply chains and critical… Continue reading The FBI’s Director Compares Ransomware Threat to 9/11
The Safest Way to Store and Share Your Nudes
No matter what, remember the number one rule: You should always be able to say no. Not just to taking or sharing the photos initially, but anything that comes after. If you don’t want a partner to share your images, post them online, or store them somewhere unsafe, or if you want them to delete… Continue reading The Safest Way to Store and Share Your Nudes
Black Barbecue Gets Its Due in an Inspiring New Cookbook
On the chapa, we cooked salmon dusted with Scott’s rib rub on an uncovered foil sling, set fat dollops of honey butter on top of it, and watched smoke reach over the top of the griddle to flavor the fish. We also riffed on Scott’s grilled vegetable salad, grilling carrots, sweet potatoes, and a few… Continue reading Black Barbecue Gets Its Due in an Inspiring New Cookbook
Admit It: The Facebook Oversight Board Is Kind of Working
Judging from the press releases filling my inbox and the tweets lighting up my timeline, no one is happy with Facebook right now. On Friday, the company issued its response to the Facebook Oversight Board’s recommendations on the indefinite ban of Donald Trump. We learned that Trump’s account is now frozen for precisely two years… Continue reading Admit It: The Facebook Oversight Board Is Kind of Working
Six-Word Sci-Fi: Stories Written By You
THIS MONTH’S PROMPT In six words, write a story about a casual encounter with aliens. Disclaimer: All #WiredSixWord submissions become the property of WIRED. Submissions will not be acknowledged or returned. Submissions and any other materials, including your name or social media handle, may be published, illustrated, edited, or otherwise used in any medium. Submissions… Continue reading Six-Word Sci-Fi: Stories Written By You
There’s Hope for American Movie Theaters After All
A year ago it would’ve seemed unfathomable: Over the Memorial Day holiday, a single film had a good opening weekend at the North American box office. After 15 months of Covid-19 theater closures, delayed release dates, and general anxiety about the future of moviegoing, A Quiet Place Part II is projected to bring in north… Continue reading There’s Hope for American Movie Theaters After All
The Best Memorial Day Sales on Tech, Gaming, Home, and More
OnePlus 8T Android Phone for $569 ($180 off): The OnePlus 8T (7/10, WIRED Review) is a capable, nice-looking smartphone that should be fine for those who want an upgrade but not necessarily the latest and greatest. The screen, battery life, and camera are standout features. It’s not a great value at full price, but at… Continue reading The Best Memorial Day Sales on Tech, Gaming, Home, and More
The 9 Best Portable Grills You Can Buy
Do you know what’s cooler than a grill? One that doubles as a fire pit, with the ability to recharge your phone, and do your bidding via Bluetooth. BioLite FirePit is all of these things and more. The FirePit is a sleek, portable, mesh box with removable legs, a hibachi-style grill, and an ash bin.… Continue reading The 9 Best Portable Grills You Can Buy
Apple’s M1 Chip Has a Fascinating Flaw
Apple’s new M1 CPU has a flaw that creates a covert channel that two or more malicious apps—already installed—can use to transmit information to each other, a developer has found. Ars Technica This story originally appeared on Ars Technica, a trusted source for technology news, tech policy analysis, reviews, and more. Ars is owned by… Continue reading Apple’s M1 Chip Has a Fascinating Flaw