October 2018 Issue - Table of Contents

The first images from Artemis II reveal what the moon looks like just 7,000 km from the surface—and confirm that NASA is ready to return to Earth’s satellite.

Merino is one of the best fabrics you can wear. We explain the different blends, what “gsm” means, and how to care for your clothes.

Water filters promise the moon—but only some back up their claims. Here are the best filtered-water pitchers for those who prefer their water free of heavy metals and forever chemicals.

REI’s Member Days sale has deals on our favorite tents, backpacks, rain jackets, and more gear to outfit you for summer.

Get your fix of tech, true crime, pop culture, or comedy with these audio adventures. 

In a world of plasticky water filter pitchers, I tested two of the new generation of stainless-steel filter systems.

In 2019, two Canadian brothers blew into Detroit with an irresistible pitch: For $50, almost anyone could become a property owner. When houses decayed and the city intervened, the blame games began.

Backups are boring, but they’ll save your bacon. Here’s how to make sure your data lives on, even when your PC doesn’t.

From personalized gifts to business essentials, WIRED can help you save with our selection of VistaPrint promo codes.

In this episode, we discuss Iran’s threats to target US tech firms, gear up for the midterm elections, and get a scene report from the Polymarket pop-up bar in DC.

What to prioritize, what to skip, when to enjoy—plus, we’ve selected WIRED's favorite bars worth trying.

There are several ways to extend your Wi-Fi network into your backyard and out onto the deck or patio. Here’s how.