36 Unusual Units of Measurement
Mental Floss counts down those 36 forms unites of measurements you've probably never used.
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Car Chase Supercut
Shift gears through film's famous car chase scenes in this revved up supercut.
As I Lay Dying Trailer
James Franco plays actor and director to bring William Faulkner's 1930 novel to the big screen. Starring Logan Marshall-Green, Danny McBride, Tim Blake Nelson, and Ahna O'Reilly. The film will premere May 2013 at Cannes.
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Caliber Fitness Coaching App
Caliber is a science-based fitness coaching platform that pairs data-driven strength and cardio programming with personalized nutrition and habit guidance to help you build muscle, lose weight, and improve overall body composition. After a quick consultation, you're matched with a certified coach who designs a plan tailored to your goals, tracks your progress, and keeps you accountable through one-on-one support and app-based metrics. Backed by real research and real results, it makes structured training feel less like guesswork and more like a plan you'll stick with.
Presented by Caliber.
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Coastline Longevity Welcome Pack
Coastline is built around the idea that energy, focus, and recovery should feel stable—not forced. Rather than relying on stimulants, Coastline's Complete System is formulated with 13 carefully selected ingredients to support cognitive, physical, and cellular function over the long term. Creatine, taurine, and magnesium form the backbone, supporting sustained energy and physical performance while ergothioneine and astaxanthin help protect cells from long-term wear. The system is split into a daily rhythm starting with a morning blend and softgels, designed to support daytime energy and focus, and finishing with evening capsules that support recovery, sleep, and relaxation. This routine is delivered as a 30-day Complete System Welcome Pack for the daily support and energy that lasts.
Presented by Coastline Longevity.
Consult a physician before consuming any new supplement. Any health claims made are solely those of the brand and not those of Uncrate LLC.
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Real Life Heroes
No superpowers here. Just good, old fashioned samaritans, risking their lives to save others.
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Multiple Sclerosis
As part of Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Monty, AsapSCIENCE shines a light on the disease in an effort to support research and help erase MS.
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Nathan & Sons Boars Hair Toothbrush Kit
A bit of old-world care returns to the daily routine with Nathan & Sons' Boar's Hair Toothbrush Kit, a refined grooming set built around quality and simplicity. Each brush uses natural boar bristles to gently condition gums and polish enamel, paired with classic wooden handles that add an understated, heirloom feel. Thoughtfully packaged and travel ready, it turns an everyday habit into a small but intentional ritual.
Presented by Nathan & Sons.
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ExpressVPN
ExpressVPN builds its credibility on engineering, not hype. With 23+ independent audits confirming its no-logs policy and proprietary tech like TrustedServer, which runs entirely on RAM, it minimizes data exposure by design. Its Lightway protocol delivers faster speeds, quicker network switching, and improved battery efficiency compared to legacy options, making it a favorite among developers and power users. Reliable across mobile, desktop, and router setups, ExpressVPN excels where protocol choice and real-world performance actually matter. Now through February 16th enjoy up to 81% off 12 and 24-month ExpressVPN plans.
Presented by ExpressVPN.
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Yo Mama
This Mother's Day, give yo mama some compliments.
The Art of Data Visualization
From scientific visualization to pop infographics, Edward Tufte, Julie Steele, Josh Smith, and Jer Thorp discuss principals behind the practice of data visualization.
