Why don't we take all that nuclear waste and launch it into the sun? Because rockets have a tendency to explode, and hitting the sun is really hard. The easiest way to get the nearest star involves going all the way to Jupiter first. MinutePhysics explains.
Fan's are hard on their team's players. They're always claiming they could catch better, tackle harder, and run faster. Well this is proof that you can do no such thing. A regular guy compares his sprint to those of Tim Tebow, Jacoby Ford, and Terrence Cody, reminding us why they're professionals and we're not.
The Concorde was a symbol of the future. Cruising at twice the speed of sound, it could cross the Atlantic in three and one half hours. After over thirty years in the sky, it was retired with nothing to replace it. Vox looks at the economics that shut down one of mankind's visions of the future.
Pair Eyewear introduces its new Mixed Material Collection, with three fresh base frame colors — Tortoise/Gold, Pink Clear/Rose Gold, and Green Clear/Gold — offering a stylish upgrade to five fan-favorite shapes. Whether you're after the timeless edge of Tortoise/Gold, the romantic charm of Pink Clear/Rose Gold, or the grounded cool of Green Clear/Gold, this collection brings elevated versatility to your everyday look. Each frame is crafted in-house and to reflect your evolving style in the highest quality eyewear possible.
For the man whose passport sees more stamps than dust, the Jack Archer Jetsetter Shorts are the essential uniform of elevated travel. Crafted with the discerning frequent flyer in mind, these shorts blend tailored aesthetics with ultimate performance. The sculpted waistband lifts with intention and ensures first-class comfort without compromise. Wrinkle-free, odor-resistant, and stain-repellent, they demand nothing and deliver everything. With fabric that adapts to motion and maintains its shape across time zones, the Jetsetter is proof that luxury doesn't pause for laundry. From Santorini to São Paulo, this is how you stay sharp without trying.
What started as a hobby, is now the world's largest model railroad. Bruce Williams Zaccagnino began his miniature world in the basement of his home, slowly adding bridges and track until it grew into the 52,000-square-foot installation it is today. In this documentary, the man behind the model describes how Northlandz came to be.
It's a long, perilous trip to the Red Planet, not to mention trying to survive once you're there — just ask Matt Damon. Elon Musk's SpaceX company wants to take us there. Here's a few ideas that will help make the trip possible.
Jet lag doesn't care how you fly — first, business, or grinding economy. PATRICKS AL1 Anti-Lag Capsules were designed for those who cross time zones like intersections, balancing boardrooms in Tokyo with sunsets in Tulum. The dual-capsule system is simple: AM sharpens focus with nootropics like Bacopa and L-Theanine, while PM calms the system with Ashwagandha, Passionflower, and anti-inflammatories like Turmeric. No stimulants. No crash. Just calibrated recovery tested at 38,000 feet and built to stash in your dopp kit or glovebox. Whether you're landing for meetings or mojitos, AL1 helps you arrive as the best version of yourself.
SAXX takes comfort to the next level with the all-new Vibe Xtra Trunks, featuring Stop Drop Technology — a discreet moisture-wicking layer built into the signature BallPark Pouch for all-day dryness where it matters most. Made from super-soft EcoVero fabric with a fly front, these trunks deliver lightweight, breathable comfort, plus 4-way stretch, odor resistance, and an anti-roll waistband. Flat Out Seams prevent chafing, while Three-D Fit ensures a perfect anatomical fit. Sold in a convenient three-pack, the Vibe Xtra is a premium upgrade to your daily essential.
With most directors like Kubrick and Scorsese favoring the color red, it seems the Coen brothers are keen on green. In his latest essay, Jacob T. Swinney explores their use of the grassy hue in their films. By diluting all of the other colors in scenes from No Country for Old Men, The Big Lebowski, and Inside Llewyn Davis, you really get a good idea of how much the directing duo favor the color green.
Before Edward Snowden blew the lid off the NSA, Thomas Drake helped expose a NSA program called Trailblazer. As a former executive at the super-secret spy agency, Drake had first-hand knowledge of their programs. VICE sits down with Drake in an interview about the NSA and what he knew.