Francis Ford Coppola on Solitude
Francis Ford Coppola has a few things on his mind. In this 1996 interview, The Godfather director talked about mosquitos, elevator death games, and the benefits of being alone.
Francis Ford Coppola has a few things on his mind. In this 1996 interview, The Godfather director talked about mosquitos, elevator death games, and the benefits of being alone.
Weighing in at 1,712 pounds, this 1964½ Ford Mustang replica is made entirely of Legos. The 194,900-piece classic took 1,200 hours to assemble and measures 15 feet long, 6 feet wide, and over 4 feet tall. Unlike the life-size LEGO vehicles before it, this one includes a virtual horn and the sounds of a real Mustang engine, as well as working headlights and taillights.
Ta'u has an electricity problem. Located in American Samoa, the island has been using diesel generators to produce energy for its grid — at massive cost. Each generator burns approximately 110,000 gallons of fuel per year, and shipping anything to the remote location is expensive. Tesla partnered with the island to build a solar generating plant that fulfills all the islands needs, and is one of the most advanced electrical grids in the world.
Luca Faloni's City Jacket elevates the everyday outer layer with Italian craftsmanship and purposeful design. Tailored in a rich midnight blue that pairs effortlessly with both tailored and casual outfits, it blends structure with mobility so you look sharp whether you're navigating the city streets or heading out for the night. Premium fabrics and thoughtful construction mean it wears comfortably across seasons while maintaining a refined silhouette that feels at home in any setting. It's a versatile jacket that strikes the rare balance of effortless style and dependable performance.
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Nature's Craft Cleansing Artichoke + L-Carnitine blends plant-powered detox with metabolic support in a single daily capsule. At its core is artichoke extract, long valued for supporting bile flow and digestive comfort, paired with L-Carnitine to help your body metabolize fats and maintain energy. Vegan-friendly, non-GMO, and made without filler junk, it's designed for anyone who wants a cleaner internal reset without juggling half a dozen pills. Add a touch of natural support to your daily routine and let a little botanical help take the edge off digestion and overall well-being.
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The title of "Best BBQ in the World" is pretty subjective — we all have our own idea of what's best. For Bon Appetit deputy editor Andrew Knowlton, the best BBQ in the world is Franklin's Barbecue in Austin, Texas. Andrew loves it so much, he spent 24 hours working there, and documented the entire day.
With strict guidelines and restrictions on foreign films, obtaining a piece of China's box office revenue is no easy feat. Studios can either share their revenue, co-produce with a Chinese company, or pay a flat-rate fee to get their films through, but the country still only allows 34 films in. To ensure their films make it on the screens, Hollywood will change locations, characters, and even scripts to depict China in a positive light.
From a simple wood-and-metal circle to the ergonomic square packed with buttons, the steering wheel has went from just turning the wheels to the nerve center of modern race cars. The basic function of the wheel hasn't changed, but what's now asked to do has changed radically since the introduction of the automobile.
The jetpack is no longer the stuff of science fiction and James Bond. Together with the French aerobatic team Patrouille de France, Yves Rossy, Vincent Reffet and Fred Fugen perform an amazing choreographed demonstration flight. Flying with eight jets, the three Jetmen have no problem keeping in tight formation with France's air demonstration team.
T-Mobile for Business bundles premium devices with its nationwide network to simplify the modern company tech stack. Whether your workflow runs on Apple or Samsung, it offers an all-in-one approach that pairs business-ready plans with the hardware teams already rely on. It's designed to keep teams connected and productive without the usual IT headaches.
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Vita Coco is turning up the sweet-and-tart with its newest Frosted Lemonade Treats, the latest addition to its popular coconut water-inspired lineup. Following hits like Strawberries & Creme and Orange & Creme, this flavor pairs zesty lemon with a coconutty finish for a refreshingly indulgent twist. Designed as a small moment of escape, Frosted Lemonade Treats transform a hectic commute or cluttered desk into a sunnier state of mind, delivering the functional benefits of coconut water with bold, pronounceable ingredients. Available nationwide in stores and online, it's the ultimate pick-me-up for anyone who wants a mindful, mood-boosting treat that feels like summer in a bottle.
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Try as we might, there's just no such thing as an original story. Every character seems to follow the same rhythm and balance of decent and return. Even history's oldest tale of life and death follows this same pattern. Using Dan Harmon's The Story Circle, Will Schoder explains why every story, no matter the medium, is actually the same.
The world's greatest research and development team might be nature. Of course, it does have billions of years of experience. Keeping this in mind, engineers are now turning to the natural world for inspiration and design solutions in a practice called Biomimicry. Experts Maria O'Farrell and Kevin Beck explain how the plants and animals around have influenced some of techs greatest innovations.