The world's greatest research and development team might be nature. Of course, it does have billions of years of experience. Keeping this in mind, engineers are now turning to the natural world for inspiration and design solutions in a practice called Biomimicry. Experts Maria O'Farrell and Kevin Beck explain how the plants and animals around have influenced some of techs greatest innovations.
There's plenty of ways to make coffee and expensive equipment to get you the best results. But you can never go wrong with the simplistic pour over method. Although it's already one of the cheaper ways to make your morning brew, HomeMadeModern has a clever way to make your own industrial-style dripper with some iron pipe and a 2x6.
Oscar-winning films The Black Swan and Whiplash have two things in common: Artists obsessed with attaining success. For Nina, Natalie Portman's character in The Black Swan, this means getting the role of the White Swan. In Whiplash, Miles Tiller's role as Andrew finds the young student dreaming of joing the studio band at the Schaffer Conservatory. Lessons from the Screenplay examines the lengths these characters are willing to go to secure their dreams.
The modern sneaker rotation demands versatility. One day starts with a flight across the country, the next with a coffee stop across town. The Nike Zoom Vomero 5 thrives in both worlds, combining the technical complexity of an early-2000s running shoe with the understated versatility of an everyday staple. Layered mesh, synthetic suede, and plastic accents create a distinctive honeycomb-like look, while Zoom Air cushioning and a foam midsole provide comfort for long days on your feet. Originally built for performance, the Vomero 5 has become one of Nike's most adaptable silhouettes equally comfortable navigating airport terminals, city streets, and everything in between.
Before running shoes became lifestyle staples, they were built with one purpose: logging miles. Nike revisits that era with the P-6000, a silhouette inspired by the Pegasus 25 and Pegasus 2006 that brings early-2000s running design back into everyday rotation. Layered mesh, genuine leather, and synthetic overlays create the technical look that defined the period, while a foam midsole delivers the comfort expected from a modern sneaker. Underfoot, a durable rubber outsole provides dependable traction whether navigating city streets, airport terminals, or weekend coffee runs. The P-6000 captures the grit of early performance footwear while fitting naturally into today's wardrobe.
Fire, explosions, robots, insane speeds, and science — it's all here in Netflix's White Rabbit Project. Kari Byron, Tory Belleci, and Grant Imahara put some of history's greatest inventions, crimes, and more to the scientific test. From the producers of Mythbusters, White Rabbit Project comes to Netflix December 9, 2016.
Most celebrities don't like reliving their past works. But if Tom Hanks has shown us anything, it's that he's not like most celebrities. He's already been seen performing the Big rap on multiple outlets, and now he's bringing back another one of his beloved characters. While on The Graham Norton Show, Hanks reminds us all why we love him so much when he recites a scene from Forrest Gump.
It's not a new Wes Anderson film but it's the next best thing. The director adds his quirky flair to this ad for H&M that has all the Christmas feels. In true Anderson fashion, the short is full of tracking shots, pastel hues, smooth camera pans, and Adrien Brody.
4.2 seconds. That's exactly how long it took to film the entire video for OK Go's latest single, "The One Moment". The eclectic band takes the combination of math and music to the next level, using slow-motion video to stretch a brief moment into a four minute long music video.
Augustinus Bader's The Retinol Serum rethinks traditional retinol treatments with a formula designed to deliver visible skin renewal without the irritation that often comes with high-performance vitamin A products. Powered by the brand's proprietary TFC8 technology alongside pure retinol, the lightweight serum targets fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, blemishes, and hyperpigmentation while supporting hydration and overall skin balance. The result is a more refined approach to retinol, one engineered to improve clarity, firmness, and smoothness without compromising the skin barrier in the process.
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.
In just over two weeks, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story will open. This is last trailer before release, and a new-old enemy looks like he might make an appearance: Grand Moff Tarkin, played by Peter Cushing. Although Cushing died in 1994, there are rumors that he was digitally recreated for a role in the film. We'll know for sure when Rogue One finally lands in theaters on December 16, 2016.
Dutch painter Hieronymus Bosch's triptych The Garden of Earthly Delights has become one of the most indecipherable and studied paintings in history. Dating from between 1490 to 1510, scholars have tried to interpret the panels, but have largely failed to form a consensus. Studio Smack was chosen to reinterpret the painting, and did so with a stunning animation that puts a modern twist on the classic image.