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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.
Skechers is making a serious push onto the hardwood with a basketball collection built around the demands of modern play. Headlined by the same models worn by OG Anunoby, the lineup balances speed, control, and explosiveness across two distinct silhouettes. The low-top SKX Nexus is engineered for quick cuts and all-around stability, delivering the comfort and responsiveness needed for players who thrive in transition. For those who rely on lift and grip, the SKX Reign focuses on aggressive traction and support designed to keep movements sharp on both ends of the floor. Together, the collection reflects a performance-first approach that mirrors Anunoby's own game: versatile, powerful, and always under control.
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Private Label QR turns ordinary household labels into dynamic digital reference points, using durable QR stickers that link physical objects to editable information accessible from any smartphone camera. Once attached to a box, appliance, container, suitcase, or keepsake, each label can store notes, photos, instructions, contact details, or organizational data that can be updated anytime without replacing the sticker itself. The system feels especially useful for the kind of real-world friction most smart-home products ignore, from labeling moving boxes and organizing pantry goods to leaving appliance instructions for Airbnb guests or preserving the stories tied to family heirlooms. With no app required and built-in controls for private, public, or group visibility, the platform lands somewhere between modern inventory management and a digital memory layer for everyday objects.
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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.
As spring gives way to summer and calendars begin filling with weddings, graduations, vacations, and Father's Day gatherings, Men's Wearhouse is expanding beyond tailored clothing with a gift collection built around everyday upgrades and seasonal essentials. The assortment spans accessories, grooming staples, and versatile wardrobe additions designed to fit seamlessly into both special occasions and daily life, offering thoughtful options for dads and style-conscious men alike.
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Built for long days that start in the surf and end somewhere near the bar, Brixton's latest trunk lineup balances heritage styling with modern performance without leaning too hard into either. The Blitz Boardshort is the more aggressive option, a lightweight stretch trunk cut from quick-dry polyester and spandex with a water-repellent finish, invisible zip pocket, drainage eyelet, and bold graphic treatments that push beyond the standard washed-out beach palette. Available in both 19-inch and 21-inch outseams, it is engineered to move cleanly from paddle-outs to pool decks with minimal fuss. Countering it is the Classic Trunk 17", a stripped-back staple with clean lines, minimal branding, and an easy shorter cut that feels rooted in vintage surf culture while still delivering dependable quick-dry performance. Together, the collection hits the sweet spot between technical utility and everyday wearability, exactly where Brixton tends to do its best work.
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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.