Australia's koalas are sliding toward extinction

Insert preview text here. View this email in your browser  |  Manage newsletter subscriptions 10.04.20   CODE RED Now Is a Great Time to Try These 5 Menstrual Products BY MEDEA GIORDANO If you're spending more time at home, here are some budget- and eco-friendly products—like a cup, period underwear, or reusable pads—to explore.   CORONAVIRUS The Covid Information War Is Entering a Frightening New Phase BY GILAD EDELMAN Communication from the White House about Donald Trump's infection will be opaque at best. Into that vacuum, misinformation will flow.   PODCASTS Foundation Has One of the Best Sci-Fi Concepts Ever BY GEEK'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY Isaac Asimov's novel, currently being adapted into an Apple TV+ series, builds its story around the futuristic science of psychohistory.   CLIMATE CHANGE Australia's Koalas Are 'Sliding Towards Extinction' BY LISA COX The species is among 28 animals being assessed for potential upgrade of their threat status as their numbers plummet following sweeping bushfires.   SUPERCONDUCTORS At Last, Alchemy Arrives in a Burst of Light—From Lasers BY PHILIP BALL Researchers have shown how to effectively transform one material into another using a finely shaped laser pulse.   SPREADER IN CHIEF Who Did Trump Infect? Tracing His Contacts Is a Big Task BY WILL KNIGHT The president, who tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, has been at campaign rallies and fundraisers, potentially exposing hundreds of people.   GADGET LAB PODCAST Here's the Tech Taking Over Your Home BY WIRED STAFF This week, we talk about everything Google announced this week, plus Amazon's crazy flying surveillance drone.   THIS IS HOW I ROLL Roller-Skating Is Back. Our Fave Gear Will Help You Get Started BY LOURYN STRAMPE AND LYDIA HORNE TikTok sparked its popularity again. Whether you're a veteran or a newbie, we've got skates, helmets, protection, and other recommendations so you can roll out in style.   CORONAVIRUS UPDATE Trump Tests Positive, Schools Navigate Reopening, and More Coronavirus News BY EVE SNEIDER Catch up on the most important updates from this week.     This e-mail was sent to you by WIRED. To ensure delivery to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), please add our e-mail address, wired@newsletters.wired.com, to your address book.   View our Privacy Policy Unsubscribe or Manage your newsletter subscriptions