How Steely Dan Composes a Song
Discover the complex, jazz-influenced methods behind two of the greatest rock composers of all time — Steely Dan's Walter Becker and Donald Fagen.
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Dank Myths Debunked
It's 4/20, a day for friends to gather around the hookah and smoke themselves into a stupor with America's favorite semi-illicit substance. Mashable debunks some of the legends surrounding the holiday for those still sober enough to watch.
MagLev World Speed Record
The 846th Test Squadron at Holloman Air Force Base in Alamogordo, New Mexico, have broken the magnetically levitated world speed record by pushing a rocket-powered test sled to 633 miles per hour.
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Skechers x John Deere Slip-ins
Skechers teams up with John Deere for a work shoe built to handle long days without slowing you down. The Slip Ins DLux Pro Reel Cutting pairs waterproof protection and slip resistant traction with a cushioned, relaxed fit that is easy to step into and comfortable from morning to night. Rugged enough for the job site and comfortable enough for everyday wear, it is a practical upgrade for anyone who puts their footwear to work.
Presented by Skechers.
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Masterworks
Over the last 30 years, contemporary and post war art prices overall outpaced the S&P 500.* This helps explain why Jeff Bezos, Marc Andreessen, and Bill Gates have collectively poured hundreds of millions into this global asset class. Luckily, you don't have to be a billionaire to build an art allocation in a portfolio anymore. Masterworks.com has made diversifying with multimillion-dollar artworks featuring artists like Banksy and Basquiat accessible to everyone with their premier art investing platform. Uncrate readers can use the link below to get access today.
Presented by Masterworks.
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The Power of a Photograph
Saying a picture is worth a thousand words may sound cliche, but in some instances it's actually true. In times of war, peace, happiness or sorrow, there's always a photograph to capture every human emotions. The COOPH team has compiled some of history's most iconic images to create this inspiring tribute to photography.
Why You Can't Trust Unanimous Decisions
Derek Abbott talks about how trustworthy a majority decision is, and how a unanimous decision probably can't be trusted at all.
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The Magnificent Seven Teaser Trailer
Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, Ethan Hawke, Vincent D'Onofrio, Lee Byung-hun, Manuel Garcia Rulfo, Martin Sensmeier are the seven baddest men in the west in Antoine Fuqua's modern remake of the 1960 western. Set to hit theaters September 23, 2016.
Honest Trailers: Superman Returns
Superman Returns is so boring that the thought of Nicholas Cage as the Man of Steel seems like a non-stop thrill ride.
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Tineco Pure ONE A50S Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner
The Tineco Pure One A50S is a compact, cordless stick vacuum built for whole-home cleaning with 185 W of suction, a 1 L bin, and up to 70 minutes of runtime. Its smart 3DSense Power Brush adjusts power automatically as it detects debris and lights the path so nothing gets missed. A foldable wand slips under furniture with ease, while a ZeroTangle brush keeps hair from wrapping. Lightweight, powerful, and easy to store, it brings pro-level performance to everyday cleaning.
Presented by Tineco.
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IQBAR x Thomas Keller Nutrition Supplements
IQBAR x Thomas Keller presents two surprisingly elegant functional nutrition favorites: Salted Caramel Chip Bars and Yuzu Mango IQMIX. The Salted Caramel Chip Bar blends 12 g of plant-based protein with toasted macadamia nuts, rich salted caramel flavor, and five brain-boosting nutrients (like lion's mane, magnesium, MCTs, flavonoids, and vitamin E) in a low-sugar, low-carb format. Meanwhile, the Yuzu Mango IQMIX hydration sticks deliver a refreshing combo of real yuzu and mango, brain-supporting lion's mane, and magnesium L-threonate, all while zeroing out on added sugar. It's gourmet meets functional.
Presented by IQBAR.
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Dayvon's Dream
Growing up with nine siblings on the streets of South Los Angeles, Dayvon Ross' outlet was always football. He trained his whole life to make it pro but an injury kept him on the sidelines. After months of rehab, the wide receiver was signed to the Washington Redskins. In this touching tribute, Ross' mother narrates his 23-year journey to the NFL.
Magic Instruments
Magic Instruments wants everyone to be able to play the guitar — without all the years of practice, study, and affinity for music.
