Building a Rocket to Mars
Boeing and NASA are working on the Space Launch System, the most powerful rocket in history. Being built at a facility outside of New Orleans, the Space Launch System is the first step on the road to putting humans on Mars.
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Choose Go
Athletes, actors, and Bill Nye band together for Nike's latest ad. When the Earth comes to a screeching halt and there isn't a Marvel superhero in sight, the regular Joes of the world, along with Kobe Bryant, Kevin Hart, Simone Biles, and The Science Guy, do their best to get it back in motion.
Cinema Under the Influence
What's America's favorite pastime? It isn't sports or movies. So it's only fitting that one of the biggest cultural touchstones in these United States has a storied history in film. Fandor goes over the use of drugs in film, with a special emphasis on the visual effects of drugs on a visual medium.
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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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Nike Gato LV8
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup turns North America into the center of the football universe, Nike revisits a silhouette rooted in the culture that surrounds soccer. Originally designed for indoor play, the Gato LV8 transitions from the futsal court to everyday wear with a denim upper that brings a relaxed, lived-in character to the classic profile. A low-cut silhouette, foam midsole, and gum rubber outsole retain the comfort and traction that made the original a favorite among players, while its understated design fits naturally into modern wardrobes. Whether heading to a watch party, the stadium, or the neighborhood pub before or after the final whistle, the Gato LV8 carries the spirit of the game beyond the pitch and into life.
Presented by Nike.
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Nike SB Nyjah
Nyjah Huston is the top pro skateboarder in the world. No question about it. Nyjah loves what he does, and bleeds for it — literally. He and Nike have come together for the Nyjah, his first signature skate shoe, available everywhere March 1st.
String Theory Explained
Kurzgesagt returns for another vibrant science lesson. In their latest animation, the soothing voice from above takes a stab at explaining String Theory — the idea that tiny strands of energy vibrating in 10 dimensions create every particle in the universe.
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Tom Hanks' Typewriter Talent
We would watch Tom Hanks do just about anything, and this video proves it. In yet another Oscar-worthy performance, the actor and typewriter enthusiast guides us through the process of changing out the ink ribbon on a Hermes 3000.
Elvis Presley: The Searcher
Elvis. The name says it all: Music, movies, the first genuine American pop icon. The man that paved the way for the superstars that were to follow. HBO's two-part, three-hour documentary follows the legend from birth to the final recording sessions in 1976 and Elvis' death. Elvis Presley: The Searcher premieres April 14, 2018.
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Nike P-6000 Shoe
Before running shoes became lifestyle staples, they were built with one purpose: logging miles. Nike revisits that era with the P-6000, a silhouette inspired by the Pegasus 25 and Pegasus 2006 that brings early-2000s running design back into everyday rotation. Layered mesh, genuine leather, and synthetic overlays create the technical look that defined the period, while a foam midsole delivers the comfort expected from a modern sneaker. Underfoot, a durable rubber outsole provides dependable traction whether navigating city streets, airport terminals, or weekend coffee runs. The P-6000 captures the grit of early performance footwear while fitting naturally into today's wardrobe.
Presented by Nike.
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Nike NOCTA Air Force 1
Drake's NOCTA label draws inspiration from childhood storybooks, transforming the iconic Air Force 1 Low into a sneaker rooted in nostalgia. While retaining the silhouette's familiar DNA, the silhouette introduces a series of thoughtful details that set it apart from the original. The phrase 'Love You Forever' is embossed into the midsole, while the traditional outsole stars are replaced with heart-shaped motifs along the toe and heel. A premium leather upper, supple lining, and padded collar maintain the comfort and versatility that made the Air Force 1 a staple in the first place. Equal parts sentimental tribute and everyday sneaker, the NOCTA Air Force 1 offers a fresh perspective on one of Nike's most enduring silhouettes.
Presented by Nike.
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The History Of Dazzle Camouflage
Ships are hard to hide but with the addition of U-boats in WWI, these massive vessels needed a way to dodge incoming torpedoes. That's where artist Norman Wilkinson came in. Taking inspiration from cubist painters, he developed Dazzle Camouflage. The method didn't make ships invisible, but its bizarre patterns and bright colors confused u-boats and therefore misdirecting their fire.
How to Win Best Picture
Getting a film into serious contention for the Best Picture Oscar isn't just a matter of throwing it in a theater and hoping it gets good reviews. Film festivals, release dates, the Academy itself, and a two-phase marketing scheme that has more to do in common with a political campaign than film are necessary. Meaning, making a good movie is a very small part of the battle.
