The motherlode of high-budget action films of the 00s gave us some of the best car chases ever. But it was the Fast and the Furious franchise that blew the lid off of chase scenes, building a multi-billion dollar series of films based around cars — and wrecking them spectacularly. Donut gives you their 10 best chases from the 00s.
It isn't a debate. There isn't any other answer. The best vocalist in the history of rock, and possibly one of the best vocalists ever, is Freddie Mercury. But what made his voice so good? Polyphonic looks at the techniques and even actual scientific studies to see what made Freddie's voice unlike any other.
Keep your beloved articles of clothing safe and protected on the go with the same care used on Savile Row in Arterton's Signature Garment Bag. It has a double-zipped opening for easy insertion and retrieval and is made from water-resistant, 12-ounce waxed cotton that protects while remaining foldable. Reinforced gussets and sewn button holes allow it to fit three garments at a time, and it can be paired with a travel handle and leather luggage attachment for greater in-transit versatility.
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Bring the simple luxury of well-cared-for footwear home with this well-stocked walnut briefcase from the Swedish champion of shoe shining, Paul Brunngard. Featuring everything you need to bring a pair of dull leather shoes back to life, this all-in-one kit comes with ingredients and tools for every step of the process from restoration and cleaning, to polishing, with a Brunngard-made Sole Edge Iron for ridding the visible sole of scratches, smudges, and other blemishes. Whether you stow this briefcase away at home or take it with you on the road, it helps keep every component organized, thanks to its dedicated slogs and magnetic attachments, which ensure nothing shifts when the briefcase is in motion.
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In order to find the man behind the famous dialogue of Mortal Kombat, you need to go upstairs to the pinball department. Steve Ritchie designs pinball machines — more of them than anyone in history — and downstairs, Mortal Kombat was being developed. When the devs needed a sinister voice for the announcer, they knew just who to ask.
It seems like only yesterday Atlas was merely running on a treadmill and wobbling across footholds. Now, the humanoid robot is doing backflips. Backflips. Not to mention it totally stuck the landing. At this rate, humanity is only one cartwheel away from complete extinction.
Highlight plays. High-flying dunks. Ankle-breaking crossovers. Brutal blocks. Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant can do it all — and in style. Now, you can wear his signature on-court kicks, too, the Nike Ja 1, a mid-top sneaker with a bouncy forefoot Air Zoom unit for when you're taking off, a cushioned midsole for when you land, a foam collar so you don't roll an ankle, and plenty of grip and a forefoot strap so you can easily break others'. Subtle touches like Ja's custom 12 a.m. graphic, handwritten signature, hand-drawn logo, and jersey number add a truly custom feel, even if this player exclusive is up for grabs to everyone to wear their own way. These do, however, fit a bit small — so size a half-size up for the best fit and performance.
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Moral Code worked directly with decorated NFL receiver Donald Driver and his son, Cristian, on a collection of both casual and formal footwear meant to help wearers feel, look, and do good. With silhouettes named after Driver's own personal creed, the shoes, made in small batches by Moral Code's family-owned leather tanneries, are crafted from premium materials the old-fashioned way, featuring signature red stitch detailing and red leather accents. There's something for every style, from loafers and low-top sneakers to high-top kicks and running shoes. Best of all, Moral Code is SA8000 certified by Social Accountability International (SAI) for its production and employment practices, and the brand has pledged to donate a portion of all proceeds to the Donald Driver Foundation, which focuses on career development programs for underserved children and families.
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If you have a question about skateboarding, Tony Hawk is the guy to ask. Besides being a legendary skater, he's also a really nice guy and loves sharing his knowledge. Tony took questions from Twitter users about everything from how to ollie to the best starter board for someone with a midlife skateboarding crisis.
One thing by itself can't do much. But when things work together, the possibilities are nearly endless. Whether ants, humans, or cells, you need lots of small parts to make a whole. Kurzgesagt looks at emergence and how it underpins life on Earth as we know it.