With the rise of Instagram, at-home photography is more important then ever, and the only way to get professional looking photos is with a studio. The real equipment can set you way back, or you can create your own for a fraction of the cost. In this DIY tutorial, you'll learn all of the lighting and background tips and tricks to getting great looking pictures.
Danny Rand has been away for a long, long time. Now he's back, and ready to wrest control of his family's company from the dark forces that have infiltrated it. Finn Jones stars in Iron Fist, the story of a boy presumed dead in a plane crash with his parents. Found alive by Buddhist monks, Danny trained as a kung-fu master with supernatural hands. The series completes the cast of The Defenders, with Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, and Daredevil, and begins streaming on Netflix March 17, 2017.
Although Paul Thomas Anderson claims his 2012 film The Master isn't an exact retelling of the birth of Scientology, the similarities can't just be a coincidence. Not only do characters seem to be inspired by the religion, but one scene in particular greatly resembles their auditing process. In this video essay, Evan Puschak dissects the exchange between Joaquin Phoenix and Philip Seymour Hoffman to show how the film directly links to their Oxford Capacity Analysis, and therefore gives some insight into how the religion of Scientology functions.
SAXX takes comfort to the next level with the all-new Vibe Xtra Trunks, featuring Stop Drop Technology — a discreet moisture-wicking layer built into the signature BallPark Pouch for all-day dryness where it matters most. Made from super-soft EcoVero fabric with a fly front, these trunks deliver lightweight, breathable comfort, plus 4-way stretch, odor resistance, and an anti-roll waistband. Flat Out Seams prevent chafing, while Three-D Fit ensures a perfect anatomical fit. Sold in a convenient three-pack, the Vibe Xtra is a premium upgrade to your daily essential.
Glow Shakes by The Collagen Co. offer a delicious and nutritious way to support weight loss. With just 205 calories per serving, each shake is packed with over 29 grams of hunger-curbing protein, including 17.5 grams of anti-aging Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides to nourish skin, hair, and nails. Enhanced with 5+ grams of Prebiotic Fiber for gut health, MCT Oil and Green Tea Extract for metabolism support, and 24 essential vitamins and minerals, Glow Shakes provide all-in-one nourishment without the sugar crash — boasting less than 1 gram of sugar per serving. Available in indulgent flavors like Chocolate, Vanilla, and Strawberry, these rich, creamy shakes make healthy living effortless and delicious.
John Collins is the brain behind the design for the world record-holding paper airplane flight for distance. He stopped by Harvard University for a presentation to students in the master's in design engineering program, and afterwords showed them how to fold his record-breaking airplane. Check out more of John's airplane designs, with instructions on how to fold your own.
Amazon Dash Buttons have been making our lives easier by restocking our paper towels and laundry detergent at a moments notice. Now, those handy buttons can do more than just order your pantry essentials. Using the company's customizable IoT Button, programmer Nathan Pryor linked one up to directly donate money to the American Civil Liberties Union. Stick it on your desk or laptop, and every time you see our current president's latest terrible tweet, you can ease your tension by pressing the button and sending five dollars to support the ACLU.
NON is setting a new gold standard in mindful drinking. Earning top honors at the World Alcohol-Free Awards for its NON1 Salted Raspberry & Chamomile—an elegant, culinary-grade blend praised for its depth, wild berry brightness, and savory finish. Built in the kitchen, not the vineyard, NON offers a sophisticated alternative for those who value refinement without compromise. Now available in the U.S., a 3-pack of the award-winning NON1 offers an effortless upgrade to the modern man's bar cart.
Long gone are the days of stiff, wrinkled chinos. Modern pants are cut from a different (better) cloth, and Jack Archer's Jetsetter Tech Pants are a prime example. Crafted from premium Rebound fabric sourced from Japan, they're stretchy, wrinkle-free, anti-odor, and stain-resistant, making them great for travel, able to stretch and recover so they never warp or sag. The fit provides room where it's needed but is slim where it's not, and is enhanced by a diamond-shaped gusset that prevents tightness in the crotch and the curved-waist design that provides a lift to the backside. Built with premium stitching, they also feature a zippered coin pocket and hidden reflective tape that's only revealed when they're cuffed. Available in Slim or Straight Fits, they're now in four new, limited-time colors: Bering Sea, True White, Bourbon Brown, and True Black.
When most people quit their jobs and sell off all their possessions, it's to spend their lives traveling the world, doing good works, or pursuing their lifelong dream. Steve Feltham did the latter. Steve bought a van and has lived alone on the shores of Loch Ness for 25 years, patiently waiting for some sign of the Loch's famous monster.
After eight years in the White House, Barack Obama is wasting no time taking advantage of retirement. The 44th president was't allowed to partake in water sports of any kind during his two terms, so his post-presidency order was head to the British Virgin Islands. After two days of practice on Richard Branson's private island, he took on the Virgin founder in a kitesurfing contest, and obviously dominated.