Lego’s next release is a digital brick loaded with sensors that add new layers of interactivity to its play sets. WIRED got exclusive access to the Lego labs where the Smart Brick was born.

Built in Surry in 1665, Bacon’s Castle is the oldest brick dwelling in North America and became famous when it was involved in Bacon’s Rebellion.

The build-out of electric vehicle charging in the U.S. has not stopped since President Donald Trump returned to office.

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Mattel's Brick Shop series has added two new kits that include a pair of Honda icons—a 1990 Civic EF and a 2007 S2000. The Lego-like 1:32-scale models both feature doors that open, and they can be ...

7 Brew Coffee has proposed a new drive-through location in Brick. The new coffee shop would be built in the parking lot of the Brick Center Plaza on Chambers Bridge Road. 7 Brew is a beverage-focused ...

Lego is looking to bring your creations to life. On Jan. 5, The Lego Group unveiled its new SMART Play bricks, tags, and mini figures at the Consumer Electronics Show, or CES 2026, in Las Vegas, which ...

is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. On March 1st, 2026, The Lego Group will ...

Along the bell curve of self-control, I sit somewhere in that far left quadrant. When attempting to change my own behavior, I’m a notoriously lenient boss, always willing to cut myself a little slack.

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Watch step-by-step as we build a durable stove for four people using brick and cement. This practical DIY project is perfect for outdoor cooking, camping, or off-grid living. Learn construction tips, ...