At the University of Arizona, the Giant Magellan Telescope is under construction. Using seven 27-foot-tall mirrors ground to within one-thousandth of an inch, it will be the largest optical telescope in the world once completed. Astronomer Patrick McCarthy describes the what it takes to make the mirrors and what the telescope will be capable of when it's installed at it's permanent home in Chile.
If you do not succeed, try, try again. Even if it takes 20 years. This lesson is brought to you by Terry Gilliam. The Monty Python actor first started making his Don Quixote movie in the late 90s with Johnny Depp as its star. Now eight tries, two decades, and many cast members later, the film is finally seeing the light of day. Loosely based on the novel, the story follows a delusional man who believes he is a knight from the 17th century and has mistaken an ad exec for his squire. Jonathan Pryce and Adam Driver star when it premieres at Cannes in May.
There are pros to living in the city, but there are also a whole bunch of cons. Between pollution, traffic, and crime, the perfect one just doesn't exist. So let's create it. Borrowing all of the great features from the best cities around the world and throwing in a few of their own, Life Noggin builds a marvelous utopia from the ground up. Too bad it's only hypothetical.
Sneakers don't have to be unsophisticated. Collars & Co.'s CEO Sneaker brings a look fit for the boardroom in a low-top cut and comfortable fit. A premium suede upper is paired with a padded dual-density outsole that can be worn all day with an understated modern style.
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BOLDR has revolutionized home heating with Kelvin. The smart appliance uses sustainable infrared technology to keep you and your wallet comfortable. The option reduces consumption and is 30% more cost-effective than traditional convection methods. Owners stay in control with a wireless thermostat that connects to their phones. The accompanying app allows users to adjust the heat based on consumption and spending, schedule heating on a room-by-room basis, and see real-time monitoring of their bills. It's also compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control. With a sleek and modern design, the Kelvin integrates seamlessly into interiors and is easy to install, while its software continuously updates for maintenance-free use.
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The Danish National Symphony Orchestra does more than traditional classical arrangements. Collaborating with Danish television, the symphony has done several arrangements of famous movie soundtracks. Watch them perform original music from The Godfather, Blade Runner, and more.
Frank Oz is the undisputed puppet master of Hollywood. From Sesame Street and The Muppet Show to The Dark Crystal and Star Wars, Frank Oz is the man behind some of our most loved movies characters — including as a director and voice actor. Mr. Oz sits down with The Star Wars Show to talk about what it was like bring Yoda and other Star Wars characters to life.
Canadian Down & Feather Company takes comfort seriously. The self-proclaimed sleep enthusiasts are masters in anything down and feather, including duvets, pillows, mattress toppers, and cushions. All of their products are ethically sourced and crafted to the highest standards. They have a wide variety of options to suit all sleep styles and feature an expert, personalized service to help navigate the options. On top of that, the company is dedicated to environmentally-conscious production with Carbonzero Certified operations that offset the carbon emissions generated by their facility. So prepare for hibernation season and turn your sleep space into a cozy sanctuary with one, or all, of their products. Enjoy up to 30% during their holiday sale.
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Dedicated to creating sustainably produced natural wines using certified organic grapes from California, Tinto Amorio's wines are among the most sought-after in the category. This sampler includes three bottles of three different varieties — Jajaja Glou Glou Red Wine, Bheeyo Skin-Contact Orange Wine, and the best-selling Monje Orange Wine. Fermented wild with native yeasts and made in limited quantities, they're perfect for elevated holiday gatherings.
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You've probably seen acanthus leaves hundreds of times in your life. Whether you ever noticed them or not, they're just about everywhere. The sculpted plants adorn the tops, or tops if you want to get technical, of Corinthian columns. The design dates back to 550 B.C. and has managed to remain an architectural staple for over a millennium.
The controller has been a staple of gaming since the Magnavox Odyssey 100 shipped in 1972. Since then, we've seen paddles, joysticks, an explosion of buttons, trackpads, and controllers with no wires at all. 4096 breaks down the evolution of the game controller, starting with modern-day hardware and going back in time to the 70s.
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