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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Nike Ava X
Guided by the philosophy of Colin Chapman—"simplify, then add lightness"—Nike strips back the design with the Ava X. The silhouette focuses on weight reduction without sacrificing structure, pairing a textile upper with synthetic leather overlays for durability. Underfoot, a Cushion 3.0 midsole provides responsive cushioning, while a high-abrasion outsole adds grip across varied conditions. The result is a lightweight trainer built with a more streamlined, functional approach.
Presented by Nike.
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Dreame L60 Ultra FE Robot Vacuum and Mop
Smart cleaning doesn't have to start at the top of the market, and this entry-level model is built to prove it. Designed as an accessible all-in-one system, it pairs strong suction with automated features like self-maintenance, 100°C hot water washing, and auto-dispensing to handle the essentials without constant oversight. A dual-extend design helps it reach tighter areas, while the all-in-one station keeps upkeep largely hands-free. The result is a streamlined introduction to automated floor care, delivering reliable performance and convenience without stepping into flagship pricing.
Presented by Dreame
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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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Nike Varsity Elite Backpack
From the courts to the terminal, Nike's Elite Varsity Backpack has you covered. A large main compartment fits a full-size basketball, while a separate bottom pocket keeps shoes and gear isolated. An exterior front pocket provides quick access to smaller essentials, and a trolley sleeve allows it to attach easily to luggage for away games. Designed for daily use, the backpack also includes an internal laptop sleeve that fits up to 16 inches and a plush-lined top pocket for valuables. Air Max shoulder straps add comfort, rounding out a durable build made from 100% polyester
Presented by Nike.
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Slack Pro
Team communication gets a needed upgrade with Slack Pro, a tier designed for growing teams that have outgrown the limits of the free plan. It replaces scattered emails and lost messages with unlimited history, robust search, and seamless organization that keeps conversations and decisions accessible long after they happen. Add in unlimited integrations with tools like Google Drive, Zoom, and Salesforce, plus built-in audio and video calls with screen sharing, and it becomes a central hub for day-to-day work. With enhanced security and the ability to scale alongside your team, Slack Pro streamlines collaboration into a single, searchable workflow that moves as fast as your business does.
Presented by Slack.
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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.
