It was the first shot in a war that could undermine the most highly prized value in the United States Constitution: Freedom of speech. When Gawker leaked the Hulk Hogan sex tape, billionaire Silicon Valley entrepreneur Peter Thiel saw his chance to get back at the publication for a slight against nine years prior. Thiel financially backed the Hogan in the lawsuit and crushed Nick Denton's Gawker into bankruptcy. Nobody Speak looks at the super rich and efforts among them to stifle speech by buying the press.
Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg reunite for the Daddy's Home sequel you really, really didn't know you needed. Part two brings in double the dads with a visit from the dads' dads Mel Gibson and John Lithgow during the holidays. The film is slated for release November 10, 2017.
There's nothing in the world like your mom's cooking. Childhood memories of family gathered around the dinner table, everyone happy to be together — OK, that sounds more like an Andy Griffith episode. While it probably wasn't like that all the time, we all have our childhood favorites. Matty Matheson shows you how to make one of his, trout almondine with finger potatoes and green beans.
Velocity's Heritage Series 1972 Ford F-250 blends classic charm with modern muscle in a two-tone black-and-white masterpiece. Built on a Velocity Exclusive frame by Roadster Shop, it features a coilover suspension, Dana axles, and Wilwood disc brakes for uncompromising control. Under the hood, a Gen III 5.0L Coyote V8 and 10-speed automatic transmission deliver aggressive power, while a stainless steel exhaust ensures it sounds as good as it looks. Inside, woven leather seats, billet accents, and Dakota Digital gauges bring luxury to the retro-styled cabin, reimagining this icon for the modern day.
Launched last April, Vita Coco Treats is a new coconutmilk beverage crafted for those moments when you're in the mood for something light, sweet, and satisfying. Combining the flavors of creamy coconut and sweet strawberries, Vita Coco Treats offers a refreshingly indulgent drink. Instead of flooding "influencers" with free products as promotion, they brought the product to the people this Valentine's Day in the form of a DIY vending machine. Set up in Washington Square Park, New York, it dispensed free Strawberries & Crème Treats to passersby, leading to long lines and an overwhelming response. This fun, natural experience is much like the drink itself, which has ingredients you can pronounce and is likely to leave a smile on your face.
Intoxicating. Surprising. Controversial. These have all been used to describe the art of Jeff Koons. His work has had such an impact, the Museum of Contemporary Art held a gala to honor the artist, featuring this Scarlett Johansson-narrated documentary. With commentary from George Condo, Pharrell, Frank Gehry, Larry Gagosian, and Dakis Joannou., the eight-minute film takes a look back childhood and his early days as an artist, while also taking a closer look at what went into some of his most recognizable pieces.
Neill Blomkamp has dropped the first film in his experimental sci-fi series Oats Studios. Starring Sigourney Weaver, the short takes place in a dystopian Texas in the not too distance future where lizard-like aliens have taken over Earth and our minds. If you like what you see, you can donate to the project and possibly help get these shorts made into feature films.
While much of the world has gone paperless, there's still a place in every home for a printer, scanner, and copying machine. HP's Smart Tank 5101 All-in-One does all three. The eponymous tanks hold up to two years or 6,000 pages of ink, which is included in the box, and have a proprietary spill-free refill system. Self-healing WiFi provides a dependable connection for all devices via the HP app, enabling wireless scanning, copying, and printing, with the latter supporting borderless photos. Smart illuminating buttons make on-device use a breeze, and built-in HP Wolf Essential Security protects the printer from cyber threats. Available now for $70 off.
Nike brings a streetwear icon to the fairway with the Air Max 1 '86 OG G Golf Shoe. Blending retro flair with performance-ready tech, this updated classic features the original four-window design, offering a full view of its signature Max Air cushioning—now tuned for the golf course. A synthetic water-resistant upper, spikeless traction, and full-length foam midsole deliver comfort and grip through every round, rain or shine. Finished with the vintage "Nike Air" heel logo and unmistakable 1986-inspired detailing, it's a timeless silhouette built for year-round play.
It's widely considered to be one of the worst films of all time. It's also become a strange phenomenon, inspiring public screenings complete with costumes, crowds shouting dialogue, and references to inside jokes in the film. If it's so bad, why do people love The Room? Vox asked author Tom Bissell what makes people so drawn to terrible movies, and what that indicates to others in our social lives.
Someone straddles the handrail during a grind, faceplants during a parkour run, or bites it on a mountain bike. We love to watch people fail. But why do we get so much enjoyment out of other's failures? The answer is Schadenfreude. It's a German term for taking pleasure our of someone else's misfortune. The term even applies to politics. In this video, Evan Puschak explains the reason we take so much pleasure out of other people's pain.
