Stop-motion master PES has garnered over three million YouTube subscribers and an Oscar nomination with his whimsical animations. Now, the artist is releasing his very first NFT. Titled Caterpillar, Walking, the stop-motion film reimagines Eadweard Muybridge's pioneering locomotion studies with a charming insect in the 12 positions. Each caterpillar is 3D-printed, hand-painted, and animated in stop-motion to create the illusion of elasticity. A part of the FITC Reflections 2021 collection, buyers will get the chance to own a 4000 x 3560-pixel infinite video loop and a piece of digital film history. The sale will take place on KnownOrigin today at 12:00 PT.
Back to your roots — The Black Keys have come full circle with Delta Kream, a cover-filled, southern blues follow-up to 2019's Let's Rock. The first single from the new record is "Crawling Kingsnake", a cover of the song by legendary bluesman John Lee Hooker.
Dominic Toretto has always been big on family, and now he has one of his own. F9 catches up with the notorious street racer and his son living a seemingly simple life, but we all know it's just a matter of time before he's ramping over submarines and driving through skyscrapers. The Fast Saga is slated for release in theaters on June 25, 2021.
Salt & Stone occupies the increasingly rare space where performance body care and luxury fragrance genuinely overlap. Founded in Los Angeles by former professional snowboarder Nima Jalali, the brand was born from years spent battling sun, wind, cold, and altitude, resulting in a collection of body-care essentials designed to work as hard as they smell good. Its formulas combine naturally derived actives from the sea and mountains with sophisticated, gender-neutral scent profiles that extend across deodorants, body washes, lotions, oils, creams, and mists, creating a layered ritual rather than a collection of standalone products. Signature fragrances like Santal & Vetiver, Bergamot & Hinoki, and Black Rose & Oud feel more akin to niche perfumery than traditional grooming products, while ingredients such as niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, seaweed extracts, spirulina, and prebiotics keep the focus firmly on skin health. The result is a brand that treats daily body care less like maintenance and more like a sensory ritual built for people who demand equal parts wellness, performance, and scent.
Fresh flowers rarely last as long as the occasion they celebrate. Lasting Brilliance offers a more permanent alternative with real blooms preserved to maintain their color, softness, and shape for up to three years, all without water or maintenance. Each arrangement is designed to function as home decor rather than a fleeting centerpiece, bringing lasting color to coffee tables, kitchens, entryways, and guest rooms. The collection is especially well suited for summer entertaining, whether as a thoughtful hostess or housewarming gift, a post-weekend thank-you, or an effortless seasonal refresh. Founded by a new mom looking for an alternative to constantly replacing wilted bouquets, the women-owned brand transforms fresh flowers into enduring arrangements that arrive ready to display and continue making an impression long after the gathering ends. Enjoy 15% off with code JULYFIRST.
Video game publisher Dotemu has announced the latest addition to the TMNT franchise. Inspired by classic video games like 1991's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time, Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, and Donatello are returning in glorious pixelated form for a retro-style video game. Shredder's Revenge sees the heroes in a half shell take on classic villains Bebop, Rocksteady, Krang, and Shredder throughout the sewers, New York, and even Dimension X. Developed by Tribute Games, the beat 'em up will be available on Nintendo Switch later this year.
Boba Fett made Mandalorian jetpacks notorious for accidental activation in Return of the Jedi, a flaw that Hacksmith Industries hopefully fixed in their latest build. While not functional, this DIY recreation of the Mandalorian's jetpack from the Disney TV series does shoot flames and is a dead ringer for the real thing.
With plenty of superhero films and a Dawn of the Dead remake under his belt, Zack Snyder is no stranger to action and zombies. In Army of the Dead, the director meshes the two to create the ultimate undead heist film. The story, also from Snyder, takes place in an apocalyptic Las Vegas where a group of mercenaries attempts to rob a zombie-infested casino. Starring Dave Bautista, Ella Purnell, Ana de la Reguera, Garret Dillahunt, Raúl Castillo, Omari Hardwick, Hiroyuki Sanada, Tig Notaro, and Matthias Schweighöfer, the film will be released on Netflix on May 21, 2021.
Polish your shields, sharpen your swords, and put on your best animal skin — Mythic Quest is back for season two. With a new expansion on the way, it's crunch time — and the pressure will either make diamonds or turn rocks into dust. Mythic Quest returns to Apple TV May 7th.
Running has become more than training for the next finish line. It's sunrise run clubs, destination marathons, and post-run coffee stops that turn a workout into a community. From early coffee meetups in Austin to race weekends across the country, Nike's Ava X is built for the lifestyle surrounding every mile. A lightweight textile upper with synthetic leather accents delivers breathable comfort in a sleek, packable silhouette, while a Cushlon 3.0 midsole provides soft, responsive cushioning for everything from recovery walks to morning shakeout runs. A supportive fit and durable outsole with textured grip round out a sneaker designed to move effortlessly between the run, the café, and wherever the rest of the day leads.
The HairMax LaserBand 41 brings clinically proven hair restoration into a routine that takes just minutes. FDA-cleared for both men and women, the cordless device uses 41 medical-grade lasers to deliver targeted light therapy that stimulates hair follicles and supports thicker, fuller-looking hair without drugs or invasive treatments. Patented hair-parting teeth and a flexible ComfortFlex band help maximize scalp contact, while treatments require as little as three minutes, three times per week. Lightweight enough for home or travel, the LaserBand 41 offers a practical approach to addressing thinning hair, with a limited-time 30% discount making it an even more compelling investment.
Pharrell's latest collaboration is with Miami-based hospitality entrepreneur David Grutman on The Goodtime Hotel. Designed by Ken Fulk, the South Beach retreat channels Wes Anderson vibes with a collection of eclectic furnishings and pastel hues, including a library inspired by Margot Tenenbaum. Its 266 rooms continue the whimsical aesthetic with patterned robes, vintage pink phones, and ocean views. At the stripped pool, guests can sip on Purple Rain cocktails while lounging in Strawberry Moon cabanas. The two owners give a full tour of the property in this nine-minute video with Architectural Digest.
Based on the 2018 novel by A. J. Finn, Amy Adams is an agoraphobic living in New York City. Life seems to be looking up after she befriends her neighbor but then witnesses her murder from the window — or did she? Also starring Gary Oldman, Julianne Moore, and Anthony Mackie, the twisted murder mystery is slated for release on Netflix on May 14, 2021.