The latest stage in London's Crossrail project: getting it ready for the people.

Dialect coach Erik Singer takes a look at idiolects, better known as the specific way one individual speaks. To best break down this concept, Erik analyzes some actors playing real people. Just how close was Jamie Foxx's Ray Charles? What about Cate Blanchett's portrayal of Bob Dylan? Is Daniel Day-Lewis' Lincoln accurate? Check out more from Erik here: http://www.eriksinger.com/

Blade Runner 2049 director Denis Villeneuve reflects on seeing the original Blade Runner on the big screen and why he still loves the voice over version.

Leigh Orf, an an atmospheric scientist, narrates a simulation of a superstorm tornado created by one of the world's most powerful supercomputers.

Doctors are searching for non-addictive solutions to treat chronic pain. Virtual reality might soon be one of them, if the science can show it really works.

Keanu Reeves gives Wired a tour of Arch Motorcycle, where he and co-founder Gard Hollinger design and build totally custom handmade bikes with the help of virtual reality.

At Nonny de la Pena's Los Angeles-based Emblematic Group real stories, from melting glaciers to solitary confinement, are made in full virtual reality.

Hey robot futurist! We've got one word for you: Actuators. They're the motorized joints that make robots strong, agile, and precise and they're getting better all the time.

Downsizing VFX Supervisor Jamie Price breaks down the history of people miniaturization in movies.

This company wants its robot to take on the tedious and time consuming job of scanning inventory at stores. Please don't assault it while it is working.

Blizzard's Ion Hazzikostas, Patrick Magruder and Jimmy Lo tell the entire history of World of Warcraft. From the game's launch date, until it's newest expansion (Battle for Azeroth), Blizzard chronicles every aspect of the legendary MMO's journey. Featuring: Ion Hazzikostas - Game Director, World of Warcraft Patrick Magruder - Lead Gameplay Engineer, World of Warcraft Jimmy Lo - Visual Development Supervisor, World of Warcraft

It’s charming, smart, and it’s mobile. The question is: Can Vector succeed where other home robots have failed?

Liza Koshy, Markiplier, Rhett & Link, and Hannah Hart use the power of Twitter to answer some common questions about YouTube content creation. Hannah Hart is the host of hit podcast "Hannahlyze This,” the self-help podcast that just can’t help itself. The podcast tackles candid conversations about mental health, as well as lighthearted takes on new self-help “fads” like rage rooms and suspension chambers.

Dialect coach Erik Singer once again analyzes the accents of some of Hollywood's biggest names. How accurate were their accents, really? Check out more from Erik here: http://www.eriksinger.com/

Jon M. Chu, director of Crazy Rich Asians, made this short film exclusively for WIRED using the new Apple iPhone XS Max. Chu shot and edited the film himself, shooting handheld in available light and using only the native camera app and default stabilizer, without any additional crew or equipment. "Somewhere" Shot on the iPhone XS Max No filters, no color correction. Director, Cinematographer, Editor: Jon M. Chu Starring: Luigi Rosado

Code for America Executive Director Jennifer Pahlka and Author Anand Giridharadas spoke with WIRED’s Issie Lapowskyas part of WIRED25, WIRED’s 25th anniversary celebration in San Francisco.

Dialect coach Erik Singer once again takes a look at idiolects, better known as the specific way one individual speaks. This time, Erik is focusing on actors's portrayals of US presidents. How close was Josh Brolin to capturing George W. Bush in W.? Is Jay Pharoah's version of Obama true to life? Is it even possible for an actor to accurately portray George Washington? Check out more from Erik here: http://www.eriksinger.com/

Danny Dimian, Visual Effects Supervisor, and Josh Beveridge, Head of Character Animation, for "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse," share exclusive breakdowns and talk about their inspiration and the techniques they used to create a new visual language for their Academy Award-winning film. "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" is available now on digital and Blu-Ray.

In this episode of Obsessed we meet Michael Schiess, a pinball enthusiast who collects and repairs old machines in an effort to preserve them for future generations.

Roger McNamee, an early investor in Facebook and mentor to Mark Zuckerberg, and author of "Zucked: Waking Up to the Facebook Catastrophe," speaks with WIRED Editor-in-Chief Nicholas Thompson at SXSW about the future of the social media giant.

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Conductor and organist Kent Tritle explains all that goes into being a professional conductor. From the concepts of legato, marcato, fortissimo, and more, Kent breaks down what exactly his hand movements mean when leading a group of musicians. Filmed at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, featuring Kent Tritle, Director of Cathedral Music and Organist, Cathedral of St. John the Divine.

Toy Story 4 director Josh Cooley takes a look at every toy that appears in the Toy Story franchise and explains their significance. From Toy Story 4 star Forky, to the iconic Buzz Lightyear, hear the backstories behind your favorite characters. Toy Story 4 is in theaters now!

A recent F.D.A. study shows that certain chemicals in some sunscreens can seep into and remain in people's blood. To find out what that means for staying safe in the sun, WIRED's Robbie Gonzalez spoke with dermatologist Dr. Kanade Shinkai.

Extreme wildfires can get so intense that the heat from the fire can generate its own weather patterns. In rare cases, like during the 2018 wildfire in Redding California, the wildfire created its own tornado, or as it is more commonly known: a firenado. Many videos show fire formations labeled as firenadoes -- but according to atmospheric scientist Neal Lareau, only two known fire tornadoes have ever been caught on video.

Dialect coach Erik Singer once again takes a look at idiolects, better known as the specific way one individual speaks. Did Rami Malek do a good job speaking through prosthetics to become Freddie Mercury? How accurate was Jennifer Lawrence's Long Island accent in Joy? Did Christian Bale nail former Vice President Dick Cheney? Check out more from Erik here: http://www.eriksinger.com/

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A major gift by philanthropist David Rubenstein will help fund a project to reimagine and enhance the visitor experience for the nearly 2 million people who visit the Library of Congress' Thomas Jefferson Building each year. The goal is to better connect visitors with history and provide better access to the unparalleled collections held by the national library.

Rubenstein, the chairman of the Library’s James Madison Council and co-executive chairman of The Carlyle Group, will make a lead gift of $10 million to support the visitor experience project.

Rubenstein’s gift will build on the significant public investment Congress has made in the Library’s infrastructure. It will support the strategic plan set by Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden to make the Library more user centered for Congress, creators and learners of all ages.

“Literacy is critical to learning and achieving one’s full potential. The Library of Congress plays a unique role in advancing literacy and fostering a love of country and community. I am honored to be a part of this important project to enhance the visitor experience and present the Library’s countless treasures in new and creative ways,” Rubenstein said. “I commend Dr. Hayden for her vision and leadership in modernizing the Library’s spectacular Jefferson Building in ways that respect its beauty and grandeur.”

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