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June 17th marks the beginning of Science Friday's Cephalopod Week. To kick off the festivities, Frank Grasso of Brooklyn College describes the sensory processes and brain structure of one of the most unique species on the planet.
June 17th marks the beginning of Science Friday's Cephalopod Week. To kick off the festivities, Frank Grasso of Brooklyn College describes the sensory processes and brain structure of one of the most unique species on the planet.
In every movie, there is a hidden world. Fish become modeling clay; skiffs are really boxes; a giant sword being drawn from its scabbard turns into a much smaller kitchen knife. This is the secret world of foley: adding in sound effects in a studio, using common items, while the scene plays on a screen.
On what would have been his 45th birthday, the first trailer for the Tupac biopic has been released. Demetrius Shipp has an uncanny resemblance to the rap icon as he relives his career up to the fatal drive-by shooting in 1996. The film is lead by music video director Benny Boom and will see portrayals of Notorious B.I.G, Suge Knight, and Afeni Shakur.
This holiday season, smooth is the standard. For a limited time from November 3 to December 17, The Season of Smooth turns chaos into calm with up to 50% off select products. Then get ready for the 5 Days of Deals from November 27 to December 1—five days of unbeatable savings on grooming essentials, bulk blades, and electric favorites. Whether you're building your own routine or gifting smarter this year, every deal delivers that effortless polish that defines a true smooth operator. Spend $25 or more to receive a free gift with purchase, and explore curated gift guides packed with practical presents everyone will actually use. It's the season to shop smart, gift well, and look great doing it.
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Directed by Paolo Sorrentino, the conflicted Lenny Belardo begins his reign as the first American Pope in the history of the Catholic Church. Jude Law stars as the fictional Pope Pius XIII in The Young Pope, an eight-episode miniseries coming to HBO.
Pitti Uomo is a four-day menswear trade show in Florence, Italy. With an abundance of photographers in attendance, extravagantly dressed men flock the streets in hopes of attracting their attention with their flashy frocks. Filmmaker Aaron Christian turned the event into his own wildlife special with this humorous mockumentray following the Pitti Peacocks.
Any time an airliner goes down, the hunt for the black boxes begins. But what do these boxes actually do? Vox takes you through a quick explainer of the flight data and cockpit voice recorders, their history, and how they help investigators learn the cause of a crash.
Snoop Dogg takes a break from his nature specials to do some basketball commentary. The D-O-Double-G gives us some Hizzistory of Bizzasketball by adding his thoughts to the 1954 NBA finals.
The MeUndies Holiday Collection brings the brand's signature ultra-soft basics into festive territory — with seasonal patterns, cozy loungewear, and underwear that straddle comfort and holiday cheer. The collection leans on MeUndies' renowned buttery-soft fabrics and inclusive sizing, giving you quality underwear and lounge staples with a cheerful, gift-ready vibe. Whether you're browsing for snug boxers, cozy pajamas, or playful prints, the Holiday Collection blends everyday comfort with wintry spirit.
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When mornings stay cold and days draw in, warmth becomes a form of sophistication. Luca Faloni's Winter 2025 Collection turns seasonal layering into an art form, where Italian craftsmanship meets timeless luxury. This season, give the gift of warmth to those who embody effortless elegance wherever they go. For day-to-night refinement, a cable-knit zip-up layered over a cashmere-cotton shirt offers understated polish, while wool trousers deliver tailored comfort with ease. As the temperatures dip, sport a denim shirt and cashmere overshirt pairing offers a refined defense against the chill. Whether going out or staying in, Luca Faloni ensures every moment is wrapped in the finest materials and quiet confidence.
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On the coastline of Northern Norway, a family of five are living in their dream home. Their quaint seaside cottage is sheltered from the harsh arctic climate by a glass dome. Although it looks like something out of a sci-fi thriller, the dome allows the family to grow their own food all year round and relax on the rooftop hammock without frostbit toes.
Yes, you'll smell for a few days, but it only gets better — supposedly. Soap and shampoo strip away the bacteria that helps protect your skin, and stopping the use of these products might lead to better skin and hair — with the added benefit of less environmental impact.