When Carol Twombly created the Trajan typeface for one of the earliest versions of Photoshop, she never knew it would become one of the most used typefaces on movie posters. The rise of Photoshop for design also meant that there was a lot of homogeneity — and designer Yves Peters wanted to know why Trajan became the go-to font. Vox looks at what caught Peters eye and how he put the puzzle together.
Nicolas Cage hunts crazy evil in the first trailer for Mandy. The gorefest follows Cage as he seeks bloody vengeance on a sadistic cult leader after his wife is taken from their home in the Pacific Northwest. The film already made its premiere at Sundance but will officially be released September 14, 2018.
Geography seems like a pretty cut-and-dry subject — until you start breaking it down. New York City, with its cold winters, is roughly on the same latitude as Madrid, Spain, which is renowned for its good weather. RealLifeLore finds this and a lot of other strange quirks of geography in this surprising video.
Built for athletes who demand more, the Greatness Wins Performance Short elevates your workout with cutting-edge design and sustainable innovation. Crafted from lightweight stretch fabric made from recycled plastic bottles, these shorts feature laser-cut perforation for maximum ventilation, a moisture-wicking Coolmax liner for gentle compression, and a flat-knitted waistband for a secure fit. Designed for high-impact training — whether sprinting, lifting, or cycling — they move like a second skin, offering zero resistance and total freedom. Built to perform, built to endure — this is greatness that wins.
Nike brings a streetwear icon to the fairway with the Air Max 1 '86 OG G Golf Shoe. Blending retro flair with performance-ready tech, this updated classic features the original four-window design, offering a full view of its signature Max Air cushioning—now tuned for the golf course. A synthetic water-resistant upper, spikeless traction, and full-length foam midsole deliver comfort and grip through every round, rain or shine. Finished with the vintage "Nike Air" heel logo and unmistakable 1986-inspired detailing, it's a timeless silhouette built for year-round play.
Born in 1949, Blaze Foley lived the outlaw country life that would inspire a whole host of successful musicians — something Blaze himself never found. One of his closest friends was Townes Van Zandt, and the two of them couldn't be more alike musically or philosophically, which should tell you something about Blaze. Directed by Ethan Hawke, Blaze looks at three important stages of his life: His love affair with Sybil Rosen, his last night on Earth, and the effect his music has had since his untimely death. The film opens in Blaze's adopted hometown of Austin, Texas, on August 17, 2018.
Volkswagen recently smashed the overall record at the Pikes Peak International Hillclimb with their electric-powered I.D. R prototype racer. They beat the old record by over 15 seconds — almost an eternity when first place can come down to thousandths of a second. Mark Robber was challenged by VW to make a battery that could charge the I.D. R, and decided on one of the oldest tricks in the book — making a lemon battery and trying to break a world record himself.
The Biohacking Conference hits Austin this May. Spearheaded by Bulletproof founder and biohacking pioneer Dave Asprey, the three-day event pulls in a lineup of big thinkers — Ryan Holiday, Rollin McCraty, Teal Swan, and more — offering live keynotes, hands-on tech demos, and deep dives into the science of longevity, performance, and human optimization. You'll get early access to cutting-edge gear and ideas before they hit the mainstream, all while rubbing shoulders with a curated crowd of forward-thinkers. If your idea of self-improvement goes beyond green smoothies and cold showers, this is where you level up.
Blurring the lines between retro and modern, the Nike P-6000 channels early 2000s running style with a fresh, street-ready edge. Inspired by the Nike Pegasus 25 and Pegasus 2006, it fuses throwback athletic design with breathable mesh and sleek synthetic overlays for a bold, layered look. A foam midsole delivers cloud-like cushioning, while the durable rubber outsole grips pavement with confidence. Whether you're hitting the pavement or flexing on the streets, the P-6000 brings that perfect mix of nostalgia and next-gen comfort.
The car might be rapidly losing its significance in American culture, but no one has captured America's love affair with the automobile like the Coen Brothers. From Raising Arizona to No Country for Old Men, the car has played a major role in the directorial duo's work. Rick Perales shows how central the car and road can be in this video essay spanning the Coen Brother's entire catalog.
Adam Savage loves the Onewheel electric skateboard. He's owned every model the company has made, logging hundreds of miles and giving them plenty of abuse along the way. When Adam heard about Onewheel's new XR with increased range, he had to have one — and Onewheel invited him down to the factory to build his own.