There are no rose-tinted goggles in Stanley Kubrick's work. The Golden Age of Hollywood took audiences to a place they'd never been — and Kubrick took them to the world they were living in. This video essay by Entertain the Elk looks at Kubrick's lighting revolution, and the way it profoundly changed cinema as we see it.
After seven seasons, it appears winter has officially come. In the first promo for the series finale of Game of Thrones, Jon Snow, Cersei, and Daenerys Targaryen each take their seat at the head of their house but in the fight for the Iron Throne, their greatest threat won't be each other. The beginning of the end starts July 2016.
It might be small, but it is fierce. Colin Furze has finally unveiled the Stig's finished bumper car, powered by a 600cc four-cylinder motorcycle engine making 100 horsepower. For its maiden voyage, the Stig set a world record — hitting 107 MPH and making it the fastest bumper car on the planet.
Caring for your feline friend has never been easier with PrettyLitter's innovative, lightweight cat litter, simplifying cleaning while monitoring your cat's health by changing colors when it detects potential abnormalities. Offering advanced odor control and a low-dust formula, it keeps your home fresh while being gentle and light for sensitive paws. Plus, with the convenience of a subscription service, PrettyLitter helps you catch health issues early, potentially saving you time, money, and even your cat's life. Order today and save 30% on bi-monthly deliveries.
The Nike Air Max Dn redefines comfort and innovation with its cutting-edge Dynamic Air unit system. Designed for a smooth, responsive ride, this sneaker features dual-pressure tubes that adapt to every step. Complementing its futuristic design, the Air Max Dn's next-generation Air technology delivers an ultra-reactive feel from heel to toe, ensuring all-day comfort and support. The lightweight, breathable multilayered mesh upper, combined with plush foam cushioning, is made with at least 50% recycled content by weight — merging sustainability with performance-level energy. Whether for everyday wear or high-energy outings, the Air Max Dn continues the legacy of Air Max innovation.
Humans have been genetically engineering plants and animals for thousands of years through selective breeding. Scientists have been genetically modifying the things we eat for a while too. But when choosing the genes we want went from the farm to the laboratory, it started making people nervous. Kurzgesagt delves into GMOs and whether they're threatening to us and our environment.
The United States would never require its citizens to carry a national identification card — but only because you Social Security number already acts as one. While it isn't quite as Big Brother as it sounds, your Social Security number is really good at proving that you are you, but it's really bad at being secure. CGP Grey digs into Social Security and how it went from a mandatory retirement program to the one thing that you absolutely don't want anyone to know.
Tracking down authentic, "grail"-level watches can be a chore. Bezel, the luxury watch marketplace, makes it easy to find and purchase some of the most collectible watches in the world. Their rigorous, industry-leading in-house watch authentication process ensures your purchase is legit. Auctions last for seven days, with the clock extended by two minutes every time there's a bid in the final two minutes. For a limited time, they're also waiving buyer premiums on auctions, and as always, Bezel's Concierge Support team is always available to answer any questions, making now as good a time as any to download and give it a try.
Long gone are the days of stiff, wrinkled chinos. Modern pants are cut from a different (better) cloth, and Jack Archer's Jetsetter Tech Pants are a prime example. Crafted from premium Rebound fabric sourced from Japan, they're stretchy, wrinkle-free, anti-odor, and stain-resistant, making them great for travel. The fit provides room where it's needed but is slim where it's not, and is enhanced by a diamond-shaped gusset that prevents tightness in the crotch and the curved-waist design that provides a lift to the backside. Built with premium stitching, they also feature a zippered coin pocket and hidden reflective tape that's only revealed when they're cuffed. Now available in two cuts: the original, best-selling Slim Fit and the new Straight Fit, which offer a roomier fit from the knee down.
In the decade since the release of An Inconvenient Truth, there have been signs of hope and crushing defeats in the fight against climate change. Electric cars, climate agreements, and renewable energy are making slow inroads against greenhouse gases, but new threats to the environment loom. An Inconvenient Sequel picks up where An Inconvenient Truth left off, detailing the new challenges to met if humanity is to avoid the consequences of a changing climate. An Inconvenient Sequel releases July 28, 2017.
A new Internet will be built. Fraud will be perpetrated. Mansplaining will be mansplained. Honesty will be a little too honest, and Erlich's facial hair will change patterns on a regular basis. All in the fourth season of Silicon Valley. Mike Judge's surreal look at the world's tech hub returns to HBO April 23, 2017.