The best WIRED Science stories of 2020

PLUS: Covid on surfaces, the world in 2030, and a deleted fish immune system. View this email in your browser  |  Manage newsletter subscriptions  12.29.20   The Doctor Who Helped Defeat Smallpox Explains What's Coming BY STEVEN LEVY Epidemiologist Larry Brilliant, who warned of pandemic in 2006, says we can beat the novel coronavirus—but first, we need lots more testing.   HANDS OFF How Long Does the Coronavirus Last on Surfaces? BY GREGORY BARBER Researchers looked at how long the virus can survive on cardboard, plastic, and stainless steel, as well as after being aerosolized and suspended in midair.   TOGETHER FOREVER The Anglerfish Deleted Its Immune System to Fuse With Its Mate BY ERIC NIILER Underwater "sexual parasitism" between male and female allows two bodies to become one. Now we know the reason why.   FUTURE TENSE Here's What the World Will Look Like in 2030 ... Right? BY WIRED STAFF These six visions from humans today span space colonies, a genetic panopticon, and straight-up apocalypse.   SPONSORED CONTENT The Ingredients in Alcohol Matter. This Brand Uses Only the Good Stuff It's time for a better way to drink. Haus makes all-natural apéritifs with real fruits, herbs, and botanicals. Nothing artificial. GET WIRED New year, new ideas. Get WIRED for $10 $5. Last chance to get 1 year of access for 50% off. Plus get free stickers! Tech news and analysis you won't find anywhere else. Subscribe now.   RACE AGAINST TIME Can an AI Epidemiologist Get Public Health Warnings Out Faster? BY ERIC NIILER The BlueDot algorithm scours news reports and airline ticketing data to predict the spread of diseases like those linked to the coronavirus.   SUNRISE, SUNSET Solar Panels Are Starting to Die, Leaving Behind Toxic Trash BY MADDIE STONE Photovoltaic panels are a boon for clean energy but are tricky to recycle. As the oldest ones expire, get ready for a solar e-waste glut.   Q&A Bill Gates on Covid: Most US Tests Are 'Completely Garbage' BY STEVEN LEVY The techie-turned-philanthropist on vaccines, Trump, and why social media is "a poisoned chalice."   PUBLIC HEALTH Why the Coronavirus Hit Italy So Hard BY MATT SIMON The country has the second-oldest population on earth, and its young mingle more often with elderly loved ones.     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

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[New post] Satoshi Hori who worked on Resident Evil 7 is main composer for Monster Hunter Rise

nintenmau5 posted: " Launching as a timed exclusive for Nintendo Switch on 26th of March next year, the music for Monster Hunter Rise is being headlined by a composer who's work included a rather different game altogether a few years back. Satoshi Hunter, who is best kno" Respond to this post by replying above this line New post on My Nintendo News Satoshi Hori who worked on Resident Evil 7 is main composer for Monster Hunter Rise by nintenmau5 Launching as a timed exclusive for Nintendo Switch on 26th of March next year, the music for Monster Hunter Rise is being headlined by a composer who's work included a rather different game altogether a few years back. Satoshi Hunter, who is best known for his work on horror game Resident Evil 7, joined capcom […] Read more of this post This post is ad-supported ​ nintenmau5 | December 29, 2020 at 8:09 pm | Tags: capcom, monster hunter rise, resident evil 7 | Categories: Nintendo, Switch | URL: https://wp.me/pLMz-1arM Comment    See all comments Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from My Nintendo News. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://mynintendonews.com/2020/12/29/satoshi-hori-who-worked-on-resident-evil-7-is-main-composer-for-monster-hunter-rise/ Thanks for flying with WordPress.com

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[New post] Japan: Nintendo updates amiibo website to include power-up band info

nintenmau5 posted: " Nintendo has updated the landing page for the power-up bands that will be made available to purchase at Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan. The exciting theme park is set to open its doors to the public in the next couple of months and v" Respond to this post by replying above this line New post on My Nintendo News Japan: Nintendo updates amiibo website to include power-up band info by nintenmau5 Nintendo has updated the landing page for the power-up bands that will be made available to purchase at Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan. The exciting theme park is set to open its doors to the public in the next couple of months and visitors can purchase a power-up band to enjoy a collection […] Read more of this post This post is ad-supported ​ nintenmau5 | December 29, 2020 at 7:35 pm | Tags: amiibo, Nintendo, nintendo of japan, power up band, super nintendo world | Categories: Amiibo, Nintendo, super nintendo world, Switch | URL: https://wp.me/pLMz-1arC Comment    See all comments Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from My Nintendo News. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://mynintendonews.com/2020/12/29/japan-nintendo-updates-amiibo-website-to-include-power-up-band-info/ Thanks for flying with WordPress.com

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Our fave 'SNL' political skits and characters

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[New post] Nintendo reveals the best-selling indie games on Switch in 2020

Sickr posted: " Nintendo's official Indie World Twitter account has taken a look at the best-selling indie games on the Nintendo Switch platform during 2020 and featured them in a new video. There have been a wealth of creative and innovative games which have helped" Respond to this post by replying above this line New post on My Nintendo News Nintendo reveals the best-selling indie games on Switch in 2020 by Sickr Nintendo's official Indie World Twitter account has taken a look at the best-selling indie games on the Nintendo Switch platform during 2020 and featured them in a new video. There have been a wealth of creative and innovative games which have helped push the boundaries of storytelling and gameplay at affordable prices. The titles chosen […] Read more of this post This post is ad-supported ​ Sickr | December 29, 2020 at 5:18 pm | Tags: 2020, best of, indie world, indies, Nintendo, nintendo switch, video games | Categories: eShop, Nintendo, Switch | URL: https://wp.me/pLMz-1arx Comment    See all comments Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from My Nintendo News. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://mynintendonews.com/2020/12/29/nintendo-reveals-the-best-selling-indie-games-on-switch-in-2020/ Thanks for flying with WordPress.com

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