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We’ve been testing (aka eating) Blue Apron for our guide to the best meal kit subscriptions for nearly half a decade.The Gear team likes this service so much, it has its own story. If you’ve been struggling with figuring out what to make for dinner, you can save some money on our top service right now using a Blue Apron coupon or deal featured right here on WIRED.Unlock $25 Off With Our Exclusive Blue Apron Promo CodeBlue Apron makes it easy—new customers can enjoy $100 off for the first five weeks of a new subscription—plus the first week ships free).…

When a private equity firm acquires a company, it rarely pays the full price upfront. Instead, it borrows a significant portion of the purchase price—often financing most of the deal with debt. This process is known as a leveraged buyout (LBO), one of the most powerful and debated strategies in modern finance. Think of it like buying a house: You make a down payment and finance the rest through a mortgage. Private equity firms take a similar approach, but instead of homes, they’re purchasing entire companies. This strategy allows them to acquire larger businesses than their own capital would otherwise…

Ostensibly, plant lovers should be the easiest to shop for. Just get them a plant, right?Wrong. (Well, most of the time.) I review indoor hydroponic gardens for WIRED and have been a proud plant parent for almost 30 years, so I can say that even if you have a running mental catalog of all your recipient’s houseplants and know which ones they don’t yet have, you may not know what they have space for, or what kind of substrate or pot they’d like to be using.In general, the best gifts remind them of the plants they do have, or that…

If you’ve ever shopped for a beauty product, you’ve probably heard of Sephora. The brand is known for its excellent rewards program, free birthday gifts, free samples, generous return policy, and a giant variety of shades and products for everybody. Splurging on makeup, skincare, and haircare products can be expensive, but a Sephora promo code makes it easier to treat yourself to a big black-and-white striped bag of beauty products.Sephora Black Friday Sale 2025Like so many other brands, Sephora is holding their own Black Friday Sale. This means it’s a great time to upgrade your beauty collection while staying on-budget…

A provision in the federal spending bill that could end the US government shutdown would effectively destroy the hemp extracts industry by banning intoxicating hemp-based THC products, including gummies and drinks.The provision, part of the funding bill passed by the US Senate Monday night, would ban the “unregulated sale of intoxicating hemp-based or hemp-derived products, including Delta-8, from being sold online, in gas stations, and corner stores,” according to a Senate Appropriations Committee summary of the legislation. The bill, accounting for $26.65 billion in funds, is being voted on in the House of Representatives Wednesday. If passed, President Donald Trump…

HBO Max is not just for The Sopranos anymore (but it is the only place to stream The Sopranos). Subscription video service HBO Max not only has The Sopranos, but other content from the best entertainment libraries, including: Warner Bros., Discovery Channel, CNN, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Animal Planet, and other brands.We at WIRED also watch a lot of content—obviously, because we are always testing TVs, soundbars, and streaming devices—and regularly round up our newest favorites from HBO Max so that you’ll know what to watch once you nab an HBO Max promo code. Whether you’re wanting to watch an…

For the first time, the Nike x Hyperice Hyperboot is on sale. The recovery boots are $200 off—normally $899, now $699—through December 1. They’re also HSA/FSA eligible. Normally, I’d point you toward the Normatec 3 Legs; they cost the same and offer more leg coverage, but at this discounted price, the Hyperice Hyperboot’s portability and comfort are a hard deal to pass up.The discount is part of Hyperice’s Black Friday sale, which runs from November 20 to December 1. Stay tuned, as we’ll be tracking all the best Hyperice holiday deals as they roll out.Photograph: Kristin CanningPhotograph: Kristin CanningPhotograph: Kristin…

Target has set itself apart from big box retailers like Walmart by having trendy clothes, homegoods branded by reality TV stars and, of course, in-store Starbucks. With malls and traditional department stores in decline, Target has even become the go-to destination for stay-at-home parents who need to get out of the house (and maybe get a Frappuccino). In recent years, the store has cemented themselves as a notch above similar retailers with exclusive products with a more high-end feel, while still being inexpensive and regularly holding sales for even more savings. Carrying everything from outdoor gear to clothes to tech…

Looking for a juiced-up Bluetooth speaker that can also keep your other devices charged? The JBL Charge 6 is currently marked down to just $130 on Amazon, an impressive $70 off its usual list price.Photograph: Ryan WaniataPhotograph: Ryan WaniataPhotograph: Ryan WaniataLike other JBL Bluetooth speakers, the Charge 6 has a big, loud sound profile. It’s great for parties thanks to its bass-forward setup, and it gets loud enough for a dance party or quiet enough for an evening by the campfire. It also packs in the features we’d expect from a modern portable speaker, like Auracast, which will let you…

Apple has removed two of the most popular gay dating apps in China from the App Store after receiving an order from China’s main internet regulator and censorship authority, WIRED has learned. The move comes as reports of Blued and Finka disappearing from the iOS App Store and several Android app stores circulated on Chinese social media over the weekend. The apps appear to still be functional for users in the country who already have them downloaded.“We follow the laws in the countries where we operate. Based on an order from the Cyberspace Administration of China, we have removed these…