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.
They say you can't judge a book by its cover — unless it's a work of science fiction with one of those excellent cover paintings that screams to be read. Sci-fi book covers are some of the best art you can get your hands on, with the added bonus of getting a book too — oftentimes for a dollar and change. The Nerdwriter dives into the history of the sci-fi cover and how it became one of the strangest, most accessible places for artwork in the world.
The I Heart NY symbol is almost as iconic as the city itself. Designed in 1977 by Milton Glaser, the symbol was first created as an advertising campaign for the city. The campaign turned into the state's trademark logo and can still be seen in every souvenir shop 40 years later. This short film sheds light on the man behind the design and shares how his own relationship with the city inspired his now infamous graphic.
London Sock Company's Classic Trainer socks are lightweight, breathable Scottish Lisle cotton essentials built for comfort and style. This 12-pair set offers versatile colors with subtle ribbing and logo detail, perfect for slipping into trainers while keeping a polished, understated look.
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It's that time of year again — time for the annual Call of Duty reveal. The series has taken some knocks over the years for being repetitive, but Black Ops 4 looks to have added some interesting features into the multiplayer game. For actual gameplay footage, check out this Black Ops 4 playlist, until the game releases on October 12, 2018.
The country is divided. Families split down the middle. All over one thing — yanny or laurel. The audio illusion is driving the internet crazy but luckily science is here to save us. Several different factors, like the device you use, go into what each person hears but it mainly comes down to pitch. AsapSCIENCE breaks down the entire phenomenon in under three minutes while Neuroscientist Tyler Perrachione also weighs in.
Collars & Co.'s Luxury Touch Crew Neck Sweater blends cotton and cashmere for a lightweight knit that's as breathable as it is soft. Cut for year-round wear, it delivers warmth without bulk, built-in UV protection, and natural odor resistance, making it as functional as it is refined. Finished in classic black — and other timeless shades — it's a versatile layer that moves seamlessly from work to weekend.
MyHeritage DNA turns your ancestry curiosity into a full-scale exploration—with just a two-minute cheek swab and a return to the lab. In about 3-4 weeks, you'll unlock an Ethnicity Estimate that breaks down your origins across more than 2,100 geographic regions, plus uncover DNA Matches that might connect you with relatives you didn't know existed. All results are delivered through CLIA- and CAP-certified processes in a secure, encrypted environment, giving you insight into your roots without sacrificing your data privacy. It's genealogical power you can hold in your palm—and a powerful tool for anyone looking to build a family history or explore their ethnic story.
Lakeith Stanfield seems to still be stuck in the sunken place in the bizarre red band trailer for Sorry to Bother You. The Get Out actor plays Cassius Green, a broke telemarketer living in Oakland. Once a coworker gives him the secret to success, Green is transported to a macabre universe. Also starring Tessa Thompson, Armie Hammer, Patton Oswalt, Steven Yeun, Terry Crews, Danny Glover, and the voice of David Cross, the film is slated for release July 6, 2018.
Legendary puppeteer Frank Oz signed on to play Yoda in Star Wars, but when a prior commitment forced him to leave filming early, he hand-picked his successor: Dave Barclay. At 19 years old, Barclay picked up right where Oz left off, and the transition was seamless — so seamless that it helped launch the career of Barclay, who would go on to play Jabba the Hut and various Muppets.