From the first spark of fire to the physics of today's hydrogen fusion, light has had quite an evolution. The Atlantic goes back to where it all started in 400,000 B.C. to give this chill timeline tracking the history of one of our most beloved resources.
Charlie Hunnam and Rami Malek replace Steve McQueen and Dustin Hoffman for a remake of Franklin J. Schaffner's 1973 film. Outlined by the autobiographies of Henri Charrière, the film follows the true story of French convict Charrière as he escapes from prison in South America during 1941. He does so with help from fellow inmate and counterfeiter Louis Dega. After a premiere at TIFF Papillon is slated for release August 24, 2018.
At only 20 years old, Alexandr Misko is one of the best fingerstyle guitarists playing right now. His unique style blends traditional fingerstyle with two-handed finger tapping and a percussive touch. At this TEDx talk, Alexandr breaks down his philosophy and demonstrates his incredible technique.
Over the last 30 years, contemporary and post war art prices overall outpaced the S&P 500.* This helps explain why Jeff Bezos, Marc Andreessen, and Bill Gates have collectively poured hundreds of millions into this global asset class. Luckily, you don't have to be a billionaire to build an art allocation in a portfolio anymore. Masterworks.com has made diversifying with multimillion-dollar artworks featuring artists like Banksy and Basquiat accessible to everyone with their premier art investing platform. Uncrate readers can use the link below to get access today.
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IQBAR x Thomas Keller presents two surprisingly elegant functional nutrition favorites: Salted Caramel Chip Bars and Yuzu Mango IQMIX. The Salted Caramel Chip Bar blends 12 g of plant-based protein with toasted macadamia nuts, rich salted caramel flavor, and five brain-boosting nutrients (like lion's mane, magnesium, MCTs, flavonoids, and vitamin E) in a low-sugar, low-carb format. Meanwhile, the Yuzu Mango IQMIX hydration sticks deliver a refreshing combo of real yuzu and mango, brain-supporting lion's mane, and magnesium L-threonate, all while zeroing out on added sugar. It's gourmet meets functional.
Ramin Djawadi is a composer. His credits include two TV shows you might have heard of — HBO's Game of Thrones and Westworld. Normally Ramin has any instrument at his disposal when it comes to composing, but now he's taking a bit more of a challenge by playing the Game of Thrones theme on a Nintendo Labo.
Buddhist monk turned creator of things, Kenji Ekuan has had an influence on Japanese culture. He's designed for Yamaha and the Bullet Train, but maybe his most notable contribution is the Kikkoman soy sauce bottle. Its simple form can be found on almost every restaurant table around the world and even the Museum of Modern Art.
One of the best funk records ever recorded didn't come from Motown, King, Chess, or Stax. Edge of Daybreak's Eyes of Love was recorded in Powhatan Correctional Center in State Farm, Virginia, in less than five hours and one take for each song. Jamal Jahal Nubi, Harry Coleman, James Carrington, Cornelius Cade, McEvoy Robinson, and Willie Williamske made up the group and created an album that has stood the test of time for almost 40 years.
Channel your inner Ben Gates. Vollebak has teamed up with adventurers Jason Fox and Aldo Kane to create the ultimate treasure hunt. Up for grabs is a one-of-a-kind hand-carved Rosewood sculpture crafted by Saena Ku. The piece took her over three months to complete and is impossible to duplicate, so don't even try. It's currently hidden somewhere on planet Earth and the only clue you'll be given is this short film by Oscar-winning director Orlando von Einsiedel, documenting the trek to its undisclosed hideout. Whoever can uncover the card's whereabouts will earn themselves free Vollebak clothing for life.
The Litter-Robot 5 Pro from Whisker turns litter box duty into hands-free convenience. It automatically sifts waste after each use so you never have to scoop, while AI-powered cameras monitor activity and identify individual cats in multi-pet homes. WasteID technology separates liquid from solid waste for better odor control, and the roomy interior with sealed waste drawer can handle up to five cats for days. With quiet cycles, an LED display, and full app integration for remote monitoring, it makes cat care effortless.
Men's Wearhouse is the go-to destination for holiday style that lasts well beyond the season. From tailored suits and crisp dress shirts to soft sweaters and refined accessories, every gift helps him look sharp for every occasion. Whether you're shopping early or grabbing last-minute finds, you'll discover timeless pieces for parties, family gatherings, and everything in between. And once the holidays wind down, Men's Wearhouse keeps the spirit alive with post-holiday sales on premium menswear making it the perfect time to refresh his wardrobe for the new year.
First, there was 4K. Then it was 8K. Now, we've reached mind-blowing clarity with 12K. Just to put it into perspective, it's 48.5 times the resolution of HD 1080p. Filmmaker Phil Holland showcases the stunning resolution with a cinematic flyover of New York City.
National Geographic has a history of thought-provoking covers but their June issue was one of the most captivating in recent years. The now iconic iceberg made from a grocery bag has everyone talking about plastic. Formerly a natural product, the man-made material now accounts for 18 billion pounds of pollution in our oceans. In line with the launch of their "Planet or Plastic?" campaign, NatGeo has released this video covering the history of the product as well as ways to reduce its waste.