2013: What Brought Us Together
Another year nearly in the books, and Jean-Louis Nguyen brings us a look back at the moments - good and bad, inspiring and tragic - that made 2013.
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Russian Tow Truck
This is how they do it in Mother Russia.
Parkour Santa
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house. Santa was free running like a gift-giving maniac. We'll leave the rhyming up to Clement Clarke Moore from now on.
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Duke Cannon Father's Day Gift Guide
Duke Cannon's Father's Day lineup leans into the brand's familiar formula of oversized grooming essentials, military-inspired packaging, and unapologetically rugged scent profiles, but beneath the tongue-in-cheek attitude sits a genuinely practical collection of daily-use upgrades. The gift guide ranges from heavyweight Big Ass Bricks of Soap and bourbon-forward beard care to colognes, tactical shower bundles, and shave kits built for dads who prefer utility over luxury-brand vanity. Everything arrives wrapped in Duke Cannon's signature blue-collar aesthetic, balancing humor with legitimately solid formulations made for hard-working skin, dry hands, and low-maintenance routines. It is less about reinventing grooming and more about turning everyday basics into something that feels giftable, durable, and distinctly masculine.
Presented by Duke Cannon.
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T-Mobile Postpaid
Switching wireless carriers has traditionally involved enough friction to keep most people exactly where they are, but T-Mobile is trying to remove that excuse with a streamlined digital process designed to get customers through checkout in 15 minutes or less per line. The experience focuses on speed and simplicity, allowing users to switch online or through the T-Life app while keeping the device they already own. To further lower the barrier, T-Mobile's Keep & Switch program offers up to $800 via virtual prepaid card to help pay off eligible phones when customers make the move, creating a proposition that is equal parts convenience and cost savings.
Presented by T-Mobile.
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Grand Piano Trailer
We're not in Middle-earth anymore, Frodo. Elijah Wood must literally play for his life in Eugenio Mira's slightly bizarre new thriller. In limited theaters March 7, 2014
Brodie Smith's Vine Trick Shots
Brodie Smith takes frisbee trick shots where they've never been before — Vine.
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Blue Christmas Cover
Elvis is alive and well through the voice of 16-year-old David Thibault. Close your eyes and you'd think you were listening the The King himself.
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Collars & Co. Monterey Cotton & Linen Overshirt
The Monterey Overshirt from Collars & Co leans into the kind of effortless layering piece that works year-round without overthinking it. Cut from a lightweight cotton-linen blend with a touch of stretch, it delivers breathable comfort with just enough structure to hold its shape, striking a balance between relaxed and refined. Details like patch pockets, working buttons, and a clean pointed collar keep things classic, while the unlined construction makes it easy to throw over a tee or polo as temperatures shift. Machine washable and designed for a true-to-size fit, it's a straightforward staple that slots easily into a daily rotation without feeling like an afterthought.
Presented by Collars & Co.
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Augustinus Bader Retinol Serum
Augustinus Bader's The Retinol Serum rethinks traditional retinol treatments with a formula designed to deliver visible skin renewal without the irritation that often comes with high-performance vitamin A products. Powered by the brand's proprietary TFC8 technology alongside pure retinol, the lightweight serum targets fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, blemishes, and hyperpigmentation while supporting hydration and overall skin balance. The result is a more refined approach to retinol, one engineered to improve clarity, firmness, and smoothness without compromising the skin barrier in the process.
Presented by Augustinus Bader.
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Misunderstood
Apple makes it okay to embrace your iPhone addiction — as well as your man tears — this holiday season with their new holiday ad.
Dolphins Order Lunch
A group of dolphins in Sweden have been trained to point at a shape with their echolocation beam that corresponds to a type of fish, in effect allowing them to order off the menu. This means it's only a matter of time before they know what wine to order with their seafood.
