Bagboy by Pixies
Without the help of long-time bassist Kim Deal, the Pixies release their first single in almost a decade. Unfortunately, Froot Loops will never be the same.
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Russian Rocket Explodes During Takeoff
Just seconds after being launched, rocket Proton-M lost control and exploded into a massive fireball over Kazakhstan. The rocket was carrying three Russian Glonass-M navigation satellites and no injuries have been reported.
The European Union Explained
The internet's official explainer of things that need explaining C.G.P. Grey tries to make the asterisk-filled European Union a little less confusing.
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PLQR Smart Sticky Note
Private Label QR turns ordinary household labels into dynamic digital reference points, using durable QR stickers that link physical objects to editable information accessible from any smartphone camera. Once attached to a box, appliance, container, suitcase, or keepsake, each label can store notes, photos, instructions, contact details, or organizational data that can be updated anytime without replacing the sticker itself. The system feels especially useful for the kind of real-world friction most smart-home products ignore, from labeling moving boxes and organizing pantry goods to leaving appliance instructions for Airbnb guests or preserving the stories tied to family heirlooms. With no app required and built-in controls for private, public, or group visibility, the platform lands somewhere between modern inventory management and a digital memory layer for everyday objects.
Presented by PLQR.
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Thrive Market
Summer tends to compress family life into a constant rotation of drop-offs, pick-ups, road trips, and weekend tournaments, and Thrive Market positions itself as the quiet infrastructure behind it all. The members-only marketplace focuses on bulk, better-for-you essentials that make it easier to stay stocked without the last-minute scramble, from organic granola bars and nut butter pouches to clean-ingredient jerky, allergen-friendly snacks, and hydration drinks built for on-the-go days. With delivery handled ahead of the week's chaos, parents can build out camp lunch boxes, activity bags, and travel coolers that actually align with what kids will eat, while still sticking to clean-label standards and family-friendly pricing. It is less about reinventing the pantry and more about removing friction from the moments when convenience usually wins by default, especially during the busiest stretch of summer.
Presented by Thrive Market.
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Amazing Bead Chain Experiment
Britain's Brightest Steve Mould slows down his bead chain experiment for a mesmerizing display of scientific wizardry.
Boba Fett Screentest
Galactic bounty hunter Boba Fett makes his Star Wars debut during this 1978 screentest.
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Alone In The Wilderness
Before Bear Grylls even thought about being a urine-drinking embryo, Dick Proenneke was surviving the Alaska wilderness without the help of a camera crew or special effects. After leaving civilization in 1968, Proenneke spent the next 30 years living a solitary life, building his cabin, hunting for food and exploring the frosted forests, while documenting his adventures along the way.
Vintage Chevrolet Time Capsule
Lambrecht Chevrolet Company has been an urban car legend in Nebraska for many years. After decades of being closed up, VanDerBrink Auctions finally got to crack open the vintage motor time capsule, and what they found was a Chevy-filled heaven.
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Hairmax Ultima 12 LaserComb
The HairMax Ultima 12 LaserComb is a drug-free, FDA-cleared device that uses low-level laser therapy to stimulate hair follicles and promote regrowth. In just 8 minutes per session, three times a week, it's built for ease of use while delivering fuller, denser results over time. Clinical studies suggest LLLT devices like this can improve hair thickness when used consistently.
Presented by Hairmax.
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Lumina Laser Hair Growth Device
HairMax's LaserBand 272 brings clinical hair-growth technology into a form factor designed for convenience, combining 272 medical-grade lasers with a flexible, hands-free design that treats the entire scalp in as little as 90 seconds per session. Using low-level laser therapy to stimulate hair follicles and promote healthier, denser-looking hair, the device offers a non-invasive approach for men and women seeking to address thinning without adding another complicated step to the routine. The patented band design parts the hair automatically to maximize laser delivery, while its cordless operation keeps the process refreshingly simple. More than a grooming gadget, the LaserBand 272 represents a high-tech approach to hair restoration that prioritizes speed and ease alongside proven light-based therapy.
Presented by Hairmax.
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Face Mashups
Creepy doesn't begin to describe how Will Ferrell's face looks smeared over Natalie Portman's head. It's almost as disturbing as this Jennifer Lawrence and Jonah Hill monster.
C-3P0 Busts A Rhyme
He's fluent in 6 million forms of communication, rap not being one of them. Hurry up with my damn Coruscant.
