Indian Headshakes Explained
Don't misinterpret those headshakes. Close your cultural gap with this handy explanation of the subtleties of the Indian headshake.
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Overrun By Rabbits
The island of Ōkunoshima in Japan has a fluffy infestation — a definite improvement over pigeons.
The Science of Pain
They're not just stronger, faster, and more coordinated than you — as it turns out, top-level athletes also tend to have higher pain thresholds. Find out more in this short from Asap Science.
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CleanMyMac
The Sunday reset shouldn't stop at the desk, and CleanMyMac makes it easy to extend the ritual to the device that runs the rest of your week. Built around eight cleanup and optimization modules, the Mac utility can clear forgotten downloads, duplicate screenshots, outdated caches, old files, and unused applications, while also checking for malware, managing background processes, and freeing up storage and memory. Smart Care provides the simplest entry point, scanning across the system and surfacing what needs attention in a few clicks, while deeper tools let you fine-tune performance and protection. It's less a tech chore than a recurring digital reset, leaving your Mac cleaner, lighter, and ready for Monday.
Presented by MacPaw.
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Minecraft Marketplace
Minecraft's greatest strength has always been the creativity of its community, and the Minecraft Marketplace is where that imagination comes to life. Home to thousands of creator-made add-ons, adventure maps, skin packs, texture packs, mashups, mini games, and survival worlds, the Marketplace offers endless ways to reshape the familiar block-built universe. Through July 28, the annual Summer Sale makes exploring even easier, with more than 300 Marketplace items discounted by up to 33%. Whether you're looking to reinvent your next survival world or dive into a completely new adventure, it's one of the easiest ways to keep Minecraft feeling fresh.
Presented by Minecraft.
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Jimmy Fallon Made A Bet
Jimmy is here to collect. Everyone who thought he'd never be the host of The Tonight Show owes him $100 - and that includes you. Pay up.
Northlandz
Bruce Zaccagnino makes miniatures. Matthew Albanese photographs miniatures. Sony brings them together in this short film that shows what great things can happen when two people are brought together at the apex of their respective crafts.
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8-Bit Bobsledding
This isn't your parents' Cool Runnings. In honor of Jamaica's bobsled team making it to the Olympics, the Jamaican Tourist Board made this brilliant 8-bit animation and song that supposedly syncs with the actual 1500 meter run made February 17th. Try it and find out.
Internet Grammar PSA
We all need this. Literally. Here's a little refresher course on grammar to improve your Facebook statuses, Twitter updates, and forum posts.
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Nike Back to School Collection
The return to routine deserves a wardrobe that can keep pace. Nike's Back to School Collection is built for wherever the season takes you. The Nike Par ADV Golf Jacket delivers weather-ready protection from the first tee to rainy commutes, while the Nike Club Wool Varsity Jacket brings timeless athletic style into cooler evenings. Heading beyond the pavement, the ACG "Misery Ridge" GORE-TEX Jacket is ready for changing mountain conditions. Complete the look with vintage icons like the Air Jordan 4 Retro or lace up the Nike Alphafly 3 when it's time to chase your next personal best. Whether you're heading back to campus, back to the office, or simply back into your routine, Nike's latest collection is built for the season ahead.
Presented by Nike.
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Nike Vapor Pro 3
Nike's Vapor Pro 3 delivers the bounce and explosiveness needed to maximize support in any hard-court scenario. Springy Air Zoom cushioning and a new rubber compound make the shoe the lightest Vapor yet, while the same midsole foam and outsole tread from the Vapor 2 continue to secure your footing for sharper cuts during side-to-side rallies and quick scrambles at the net. Structurally refined with a deeper flex notch for improved flexibility and responsiveness, the Vapor Pro 3 is ready from the opening serve to wherever life takes you long after the final point.
Presented by Nike.
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Criterion Film Restoration
For movie buffs, a Criterion Collection release of a favorite film is like a special gift. Find out how they make every movie look and sound its best in this behind-the-scenes clip from Gizmodo.
