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.
HairMax's LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex takes a clinical approach to restoring fuller, healthier hair with real medical-grade lasers. Delivering 1,230mW of therapeutic light energy directly to the scalp, it stimulates follicles to reverse thinning, restart natural growth cycles, and increase density over time. A flexible band design and soft-touch teeth keep treatments comfortable, while its proven red light therapy tech makes it one of the most efficient at-home solutions for tackling hair loss.
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Give your mind a clean edge with CBDfx Focus & Energy Gummies, smartly formulated to ditch the jitters without compromising drive. Each two-gummy serving delivers 50 mg of broad-spectrum CBD for calm, 50 mg of phosphatidylserine for cognitive clarity, and 50 mg of caffeine — about the kick of a shot of espresso—in a naturally flavored blue-raspberry vegan gummy. Organic, non-GMO, THC-free, and built for productivity, these gummies are your low-key, modern-day hustle hack.
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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.
Picture preserved roses — tucked into a sleek round diffuser — that last up to five years while scenting your space. The Monet marries romantic design with cold-air fragrance delivery, capable of filling up to 500 sq ft with clean, chemical-free aroma via proprietary Pro-Pod™ oils. Running wirelessly on battery power, it arrives in luxe black or white packaging with metallic detailing. Enjoy an extra 15% off with code EXTRA15.
David Gandy Wellwear's Ultimate Crew Set of 3 elevates everyday comfort with a tailored edge. Cut in a flattering slim fit, each tee is crafted from a premium cotton-modal-elastane blend that feels as good as it looks. Treated with Wellwear Breathe technology for anti-odor and anti-bacterial benefits, they're perfect for layering or wearing solo. With three in the set, you'll always have a fresh go-to on hand for a clean, confident fit — day in, day out.
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.