Most Olympic sports are rather self-explanatory — cross the finish line first, be the most accurate, do more flips with less mistakes than your opponent. But fencing is a completely different story. The sport happens so fast, and the rules are so arcane, that a layperson has hardly any idea of what is happening or why. Vox gives you a brief primer on fencing, its history, and how the rules work for the three different events.
What do pirates, goats, and narcoleptic monks have in common, you say? Together, these three things are responsible for your soul purpose in life — coffee. In this funky animation, you'll learn the bizarre history behind the discovery of your beloved brew.
Off the west coast of Vancouver Island, Catherine King and Wayne Adams have been building their floating home over the last 24 years. With an art gallery, garden, and all the fish you can eat, it's as off-the-grid as a home can get.
On the road or just a long country walk, Aspinal of London's Leather Hunter Flask is the perfect companion. Made from stainless steel, the flask is sized to slip into a pocket for a nip of your favorite drink wherever you go. Fine, full-grain leather binding holds two cups to share with a friend.
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Boost brain power with Thesis' line of nootropics designed to improve cognitive function, improve mood, and enhance energy. Clients can build their own box of Thesis blends, with six different compounds supporting everything from clarity and creativity to energy and logic. Thesis uses natural ingredients across all their blends and tests all their ingredients for purity and potency, ensuring an effective dose for enhanced performance. Limited time offer: Save $60 on your first month.
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We've seen 3D printed glass, lightsabers, and even tattoos. Now the robots are invading our kitchens. With programmable cooking, not only will the machines be able to create unique food items that otherwise couldn't be duplicated in our homes, but it will also be able to control the nutrition in our daily diets. Creative Machines Lab director Professor Hod Lipson reveals how his students at Columbia University are revolutionizing what's for dinner.
Graphic design has been revolutionized by computers like few other industries. What once took an army of people and massive machines, can now be done from your couch. Graphic Means looks at the history of graphic design and how the computer revolution turned it on its head.
Finisterre's Nimbus Puffer Jacket is the result of two decades of iteration on a best-selling design — and is now made with sustainable materials that match its high style. NetPlus is a premium, soft nylon fabric made entirely from discarded fishing nets. The hooded puffer is lined with REPREVE, an insulated fill sourced from ocean-bound plastics. The jacket features an adjustable hood with rear toggle adjuster, adjustable drawcord hem, and YKK Vision zipper — all for a look that's clean, literally and figuratively.
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Finisterre's Bolster Fleece Vest will be the most versatile piece of outerwear in your wardrobe. Made from 100% recycled mid-weight sherpa-style fabric, the zip-up Bolster is the perfect go-to for cold-weather layering. Shoulder patches are coated with an FC Free Water Repellant finish for protection in the rain, and features a chest zip pocket and elastic angled pockets.
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Chicago native Chance the Rapper and Nike band together to celebrate the spirit of the Olympics: team and togetherness. Featuring original lyrics by Chance and powerful images of United States Olympic athletes projected on the cityscapes of Chicago, Nike reinforces the message that we're all in this together — even if we're not on the court.
On June 3, 2016, the world lost on of the most iconic sports figures in history. With quotes as legendary as his fists, Melodysheep pays tribute to the boxing legend by remixing some of he greatest moments from the life of Muhammad Ali.
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