How McDonald's Makes Their Fries
No one can deny the greasy, golden rods of deliciousness that are McDonald's french fries. The always honest Canadian chain show how how they make their world-famous side.
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Arrested Development Documentary
About five years ago, two self-proclaimed superfans set out to create the ultimate Arrested Development documentary. Compiled of interviews from cast, crew, and other superfans, Neil and Jeff are revealing the absolute official, last, and final trailer, just in time for filming of the fourth season. Let's just hope they're not too chicken to set a release date. Coka-coka-coka-coh.
Human-Powered Helicopters: Straight Up Difficult
For more than three decades, the $250,000 Sikorsky Prize has been dangling over the head's of engineering students just out of their reach. To claim the prize, you just have to build a human-powered helicopter that can hover at a height of about 10 feet for a full minute while staying inside a 13-foot box. Sounds simple enough, but it's actually a very difficult achievement. NPR visits the University of Maryland to see a team of students who have their eyes on the Sikorsky Prize.
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Nike NOCTA Air Force 1
Drake's NOCTA label draws inspiration from childhood storybooks, transforming the iconic Air Force 1 Low into a sneaker rooted in nostalgia. While retaining the silhouette's familiar DNA, the silhouette introduces a series of thoughtful details that set it apart from the original. The phrase 'Love You Forever' is embossed into the midsole, while the traditional outsole stars are replaced with heart-shaped motifs along the toe and heel. A premium leather upper, supple lining, and padded collar maintain the comfort and versatility that made the Air Force 1 a staple in the first place. Equal parts sentimental tribute and everyday sneaker, the NOCTA Air Force 1 offers a fresh perspective on one of Nike's most enduring silhouettes.
Presented by Nike.
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Nike P-6000 Shoe
Before running shoes became lifestyle staples, they were built with one purpose: logging miles. Nike revisits that era with the P-6000, a silhouette inspired by the Pegasus 25 and Pegasus 2006 that brings early-2000s running design back into everyday rotation. Layered mesh, genuine leather, and synthetic overlays create the technical look that defined the period, while a foam midsole delivers the comfort expected from a modern sneaker. Underfoot, a durable rubber outsole provides dependable traction whether navigating city streets, airport terminals, or weekend coffee runs. The P-6000 captures the grit of early performance footwear while fitting naturally into today's wardrobe.
Presented by Nike.
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Bill Hicks & George Carlin Remixed
Legendary comedians Bill Hicks and George Carlin give their auto-tuned perspective on life in John D. Boswell's remixed tribute The Big Electron.
Summer Eleven
Brazilian filmmaker Fernando Sanches brings his Instagram feed to life with this experimental short film composed entirely of filtered photos from the iPhone app.
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Alter Egos Trailer
When they lose their government funding and find out their girlfriend's cheating on them with their alter ego, sometimes it's the superheros who need saving. Starring Danny Masterson, Kris Lemche, and Sean Lennon. Limited viewings start October 19, 2012.
The Effect of Color
Off Book continues their reign as the most interesting and informative series on the web as they dive into the influential world of color.
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Thrive Market
Summer tends to compress family life into a constant rotation of drop-offs, pick-ups, road trips, and weekend tournaments, and Thrive Market positions itself as the quiet infrastructure behind it all. The members-only marketplace focuses on bulk, better-for-you essentials that make it easier to stay stocked without the last-minute scramble, from organic granola bars and nut butter pouches to clean-ingredient jerky, allergen-friendly snacks, and hydration drinks built for on-the-go days. With delivery handled ahead of the week's chaos, parents can build out camp lunch boxes, activity bags, and travel coolers that actually align with what kids will eat, while still sticking to clean-label standards and family-friendly pricing. It is less about reinventing the pantry and more about removing friction from the moments when convenience usually wins by default, especially during the busiest stretch of summer.
Presented by Thrive Market.
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Lumina Laser Hair Growth Device
HairMax's LaserBand 272 brings clinical hair-growth technology into a form factor designed for convenience, combining 272 medical-grade lasers with a flexible, hands-free design that treats the entire scalp in as little as 90 seconds per session. Using low-level laser therapy to stimulate hair follicles and promote healthier, denser-looking hair, the device offers a non-invasive approach for men and women seeking to address thinning without adding another complicated step to the routine. The patented band design parts the hair automatically to maximize laser delivery, while its cordless operation keeps the process refreshingly simple. More than a grooming gadget, the LaserBand 272 represents a high-tech approach to hair restoration that prioritizes speed and ease alongside proven light-based therapy.
Presented by Hairmax.
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Star Wars Flash Mob
The WDR Symphony Orchestra brought The Force to the Wallraf Square in Cologne, Germany during their impromptu performance of the classic Star Wars theme song.
Baby Elephant Rescue
Amboseli Trust for Elephants' rescue of an eight-month-old calf will make your cry like a baby elephant.
