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Bitcoins. Mining. Complex mathematical equations. Here's everything you need to know about the new decentralized digital currency.
Bitcoins. Mining. Complex mathematical equations. Here's everything you need to know about the new decentralized digital currency.
After transforming their Oregon family farm into a traditional farmhouse-style brewery, Agrarian Ales became known for their full-bodied brews. The guys are able to make their beers using only the finest ingredients by growing all their hops and other bittering agents themselves. Hopstories travels to the rural brewery to get the full story on how it all got started, and to drink a few beers of course.
Director Brendan Bellomo and cinematographer Greg Wilson shot the first footage with the new Phantom Flex4K Digital Cinema Camera and it's blazing. The camera can capture video at 1,000 frames per second and a resolution of 4096 x 2160 for the most incredible super slow motion footage you've ever seen.
RiseGuide is bringing AI coaching to one of the most anxiety-inducing modern skills: public speaking. The platform's new Speech Analyzer listens to up to 60 seconds of recorded speech, then evaluates pacing, confidence, pauses, filler words, and structure before delivering a score alongside targeted feedback for improvement. Built into RiseGuide's Charisma Mastery program, the feature feels less like another passive self-help tool and more like a speaking coach that fits in your pocket, helping users sharpen clarity, cadence, and presence through real-time analysis and repetition.
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Frasé Skin is an Australian men's skincare brand built for the guys most products overlook: tradesmen and outdoor workers dealing with sun, dust, and grime all day. The line keeps things simple with five essentials, from a hydrating cleanser and heavy-duty exfoliating scrub to a lightweight moisturizer, body wash for breakouts, and blackhead strips. Formulated with proven ingredients like salicylic acid, hyaluronic acid, and natural exfoliants, it focuses on real results without overcomplicated routines or luxury packaging theater.
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Never having to wait behind the endless orders of cocktails for the bartender to pour you a pint again. Yes, please. With iPourIt, the tap to your favorites beer is always open.
Neill Blomkamp (director of District 9) dishes out some more sci-fi deliciousness with a new tale of a rather unpleasant Earth and a rather heavenly space habitat named Elysium. Starring Matt Damon and Jodie Foster. In theaters August 9, 2013.
Pomplamoose member Jack Conte fuses together the synthpop sounds of Daft Punk with the dubstep beats of Skrillex to create this electronic feast for you ears.
Viral smarty pants C.G.P. Grey explains how the world's smallest country became a country and everything else confusing about Vatican City.
Built for long days that start in the surf and end somewhere near the bar, Brixton's latest trunk lineup balances heritage styling with modern performance without leaning too hard into either. The Blitz Boardshort is the more aggressive option, a lightweight stretch trunk cut from quick-dry polyester and spandex with a water-repellent finish, invisible zip pocket, drainage eyelet, and bold graphic treatments that push beyond the standard washed-out beach palette. Available in both 19-inch and 21-inch outseams, it is engineered to move cleanly from paddle-outs to pool decks with minimal fuss. Countering it is the Classic Trunk 17", a stripped-back staple with clean lines, minimal branding, and an easy shorter cut that feels rooted in vintage surf culture while still delivering dependable quick-dry performance. Together, the collection hits the sweet spot between technical utility and everyday wearability, exactly where Brixton tends to do its best work.
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Summer driving season is here, bringing everything from mountain switchbacks and canyon roads to long stretches of coastal highway. While many enthusiasts chase performance through major upgrades, some of the most noticeable improvements come from the engine's ability to breathe more efficiently. FLASHARK's Cold Air Intake is designed to deliver cooler, smoother airflow than restrictive stock systems, helping improve throttle response, efficiency, and overall performance when temperatures begin to climb. Available for some of America's most popular trucks, muscle cars, and daily drivers, the bolt-on upgrade offers an accessible way to unlock additional potential without extensive modifications. Whether carving through North Carolina's Tail of the Dragon or cruising California's Pacific Coast Highway, it's a simple upgrade built to make every mile more engaging. Save an extra 20% off with code: FLS20.
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Bill Watterson's classic comic strip Calvin and Hobbes gets a gritty reboot, and it's just as dark and twisted as you would've imagined.
Although Fast & Furious 6 doesn't hit theaters for another month, you can get some pint-sized automobile action right now. The crew from NitroRCX replaced the cars from the trailer with RC cars to recreate some of the film's signature high-speed chase scenes. We've got to admit, the franchise has never looked better.