12 Athletes to Watch at the 2026 Winter Olympics

History is already being made at the Milano Cortina Games—and they haven’t even started.

All the Sports You Won’t See at the 2026 Winter Olympics

The makeup of the Winter Olympics has changed many times in the 100-plus years of the Games. Here are some sports that haven’t stood the test of time.

‘She Has a Presence’: The ‘Melania’ Superfans Who Turned Up for Opening Weekend

WIRED attended two documentary screening parties—one on each coast—for the First Lady’s film. What a time.

How to Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics

Chill out and watch all the hockey, skiing, and skating competitions through the whole month of February.

Your Complete Guide to the 2026 Winter Olympics

From medals to mascots, schedules to slopes—here’s everything you need to know to be ready for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.

5 Movies You Must Watch Before the 2026 Winter Olympics

Want to get warmed up to watch a bunch of cold competition? Here are five films you should watch right now, from I, Tonya to Cool Runnings.

Right-Wing Gun Enthusiasts and Extremists Are Working Overtime to Justify Alex Pretti’s Killing

Donald Trump has appeared to undermine Second Amendment rights in statements about Alex Pretti’s killing. Many in the firearms community are going along with it.

‘Infinite Jest’ Is Back. Maybe Litbros Should Be, Too

The notoriously challenging book is being re-released for its 30th anniversary. Its fandom is annoying, sure—but at least they read.

We Found Two Theaters With Sold-Out ‘Melania’ Opening Day Screenings

A WIRED analysis of nearly 1,400 Friday showtimes of Melania found only two with no tickets available. Both are before 3 pm.

AI-Generated Anti-ICE Videos Are Getting the Fanfic Treatment

Across Instagram and Facebook, AI-generated videos show people of color putting ICE agents in their place. Are they cathartic or just adding to a stew of misinformation?