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.
Headwear becomes true performance equipment with Melin's HydroLite collection, engineered for daily use rather than seasonal rotation. Lightweight, breathable fabrics combine with moisture and water resistance to handle heat, sweat, and travel without losing structure or shape. Performance features stay hidden within a clean, minimal exterior, delivering durability and shape retention built for long-term, repeat wear across environments.
Gift cards are easy. Making them feel personal isn't. GroupTogether bridges that gap with its AnyCard, a multi-brand digital gift that lets recipients choose exactly what they want from more than 150 retailers, from airlines to apparel. Send one or one thousand in minutes, customize it with messages, logos, and card designs, and the recipient gets a polished digital unwrapping experience that feels closer to opening a real gift than clicking a link. There are no platform fees and no minimums, just a streamlined way to deliver a thoughtful, flexible gift without the guesswork.
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.
With sponsors like Nike, Under Armour, and Adidas, you know the Golden State sneaker closet is full of gems. Each season, players are sent their signature shoe in dozens of colorways and no one knows each pair better than equipment manager Eric Housen. During a tour of their Oakland practice facility, Housen shows off the lineup of shoes from players like Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson and Nick Young while ranking a few of his favorites in the process.
In 1968, Hot Wheels made their debut with the Custom Camaro. The die-cast cars have been racing across bedroom floors ever since. In honor of their 50th anniversary, Donut Media put together this timeline featuring some of the toy brand's most iconic releases.
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.
Tax season rarely inspires enthusiasm, but E-file.com makes the process considerably less painful. The online platform replaces paper forms with guided software designed to file faster, more accurately, and at a fraction of the usual cost. It delivers robust features and access to trained tax specialists for support when it matters most. Qualified filers can even submit their federal return for free, making it a smarter, simpler way to close the books on another year.
They say you can't judge a book by its cover — unless it's a work of science fiction with one of those excellent cover paintings that screams to be read. Sci-fi book covers are some of the best art you can get your hands on, with the added bonus of getting a book too — oftentimes for a dollar and change. The Nerdwriter dives into the history of the sci-fi cover and how it became one of the strangest, most accessible places for artwork in the world.
The I Heart NY symbol is almost as iconic as the city itself. Designed in 1977 by Milton Glaser, the symbol was first created as an advertising campaign for the city. The campaign turned into the state's trademark logo and can still be seen in every souvenir shop 40 years later. This short film sheds light on the man behind the design and shares how his own relationship with the city inspired his now infamous graphic.