Monty Python Live (mostly)
Dead parrots and lumberjacks and silly walks — peak behind the curtain of the upcoming Monty Python Live (mostly) shows in London, premiering July 1st.
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The Chemistry of Fireworks
BANG. It's all chemistry, people. John A. Conkling, Ph.D, gives the how and the why behind the 4th of July.
Thai Iced Tea
On a hot day in Bangkok, nothing satisfies like a glass of Thai iced tea — except that you'll be too mesmerized watching it being made to drink it.
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RiseGuide
RiseGuide is bringing AI coaching to one of the most anxiety-inducing modern skills: public speaking. The platform's new Speech Analyzer listens to up to 60 seconds of recorded speech, then evaluates pacing, confidence, pauses, filler words, and structure before delivering a score alongside targeted feedback for improvement. Built into RiseGuide's Charisma Mastery program, the feature feels less like another passive self-help tool and more like a speaking coach that fits in your pocket, helping users sharpen clarity, cadence, and presence through real-time analysis and repetition.
Presented by RiseGuide.
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PLQR Smart Sticky Note
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.
Presented by PLQR.
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Eggs Around the World
BuzzFeed takes a delicious trip around the globe with 20 unique egg dishes.
Wilderness Collective: Alaska
More than gliding over the Alaskan powder on a snowmobile or running your fingers through the inside of a glacier, the Wilderness Collective is truly about stepping out of your daily routine and finding out what matters most.
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The Putter
'Putter' Cliff Denton makes the finest scissors in the world at Ernest Wright & Sons of Sheffield, England — the last maker of handmade scissors.
Coolest Water Gun Ever
As the old saying goes, don't bring a water pistol to a six-barrel, hydraulic-powered, automatic Gatling water gun fight.
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T-Mobile Postpaid
Switching wireless carriers has traditionally involved enough friction to keep most people exactly where they are, but T-Mobile is trying to remove that excuse with a streamlined digital process designed to get customers through checkout in 15 minutes or less per line. The experience focuses on speed and simplicity, allowing users to switch online or through the T-Life app while keeping the device they already own. To further lower the barrier, T-Mobile's Keep & Switch program offers up to $800 via virtual prepaid card to help pay off eligible phones when customers make the move, creating a proposition that is equal parts convenience and cost savings.
Presented by T-Mobile.
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Factor Meal Shake
Streamlining nutrition down to a single scoop, the Factor Meal Shake is built for efficiency without sacrificing substance. Each serving delivers 30 grams of whey protein, 7 grams of fiber, and a full spectrum of vitamins and minerals, creating a balanced, meal-level profile that supports energy, satiety, and muscle maintenance. Designed to mix in under a minute, it fits into busy routines as easily as a morning coffee, while a clean formula free of artificial flavors and seed oils keeps things straightforward. The result is a no-frills, high-function shake that replaces complexity with consistency, turning daily nutrition into something you can actually keep up with.
Presented by Factor
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Testing the World's Tallest Waterslide
It's finally here. Sandbags and a camera test out the 17-story, four person, 65 mile-per-hour waterslide at Schlitterbahn in, of all places, Kansas City.
What's On Your Mind?
Don't feel bad. All your Facebook friends are lying about how great their lives are — you should start too.
