"American Woman", the iconic 60s anti-Vietnam War song, was written in a place that had nothing to do with protest, war, or even America. The Guess Who guitar player Randy Bachman describes the genesis of the hit: a cancelled gig, the sport of curling, and a broken guitar string.
Season six is over and season seven is already delayed. So, what's a Game of Thrones junkie to do? Looks like we're going to have to settle for some fan edits. David Garuchava has steadily been feeding our appetite with his character profiles of Jon Snow, Tyrion Lannister, and Ned Stark. Now he's back with a tribute to The Kingslayer Jaime Lannister.
This is what we've dreamed of since we were a kids — being able to swing all the way around the bar. Professional backyard engineer Colin Furze has taken that concept to the next level, with a massive, 30-foot tall 360 swing.
Unlike traditional weight loss treatments, Hims takes a clinical approach that addresses the underlying factors affecting your weight. Based on your unique needs, personalized plans and prescription options are available to align with your weight loss goals, including oral medications and GLP-1 injections. This approach combines medication with ongoing access to medical providers, meal plans, recipes, exercise guides, and sleep support. Now available 100% online or in the app, expert treatment starts at $69/month, with GLP-1 plans starting at $199/month. Streamline your program and prioritize life.
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London Sock Company's Classic Trainer socks are lightweight, breathable Scottish Lisle cotton essentials built for comfort and style. This 12-pair set offers versatile colors with subtle ribbing and logo detail, perfect for slipping into trainers while keeping a polished, understated look.
For his Evil Dead follow-up, director Fede Alvarez ups the creep factor several hundred notches. Dubbed the best American horror film in 20 years, three teens scout out a blind man for an easy robbery, but of course they were wrong and he turns out to be the most terrifying man on the planet. As the trailer implies, it's pretty f'd up. Starring Jane Levy, Dylan Minnette, Daniel Zovatto, and Stephen Lang, the film is set to hit theaters August 26, 2016.
Movies and violence have been intertwined since the beginning. In today's modern world of superhero films and Michael Bay explosions, striking the balance between action that furthers the plot and action simply for the sake of action has skewed mostly in the direction of the latter. This video essay looks at the excellent, awkward action in the work of writer and director Shane Black.
Most Olympic sports are rather self-explanatory — cross the finish line first, be the most accurate, do more flips with less mistakes than your opponent. But fencing is a completely different story. The sport happens so fast, and the rules are so arcane, that a layperson has hardly any idea of what is happening or why. Vox gives you a brief primer on fencing, its history, and how the rules work for the three different events.
What do pirates, goats, and narcoleptic monks have in common, you say? Together, these three things are responsible for your soul purpose in life — coffee. In this funky animation, you'll learn the bizarre history behind the discovery of your beloved brew.
Prescription weight loss is becoming part of a broader wellness system, and WeightWatchers is integrating it directly into its platform with access to the Wegovy pill through its clinical program. The offering combines medical evaluation, prescription access for those who qualify, and ongoing support inside the WeightWatchers app, connecting GLP-1 treatment with proven tracking and coaching tools. Rather than replacing lifestyle change, the program is designed to work alongside it, helping manage appetite while reinforcing healthier routines. The result is a more modern approach to weight management that blends medication, accountability, and long-term habit building into a single, guided experience.
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Tinto Amorío's Chaand Sampler brings together four standout natural wines crafted for the modern table. The centerpiece is Chaand, a limited-production red blend of Carignan and Zinfandel from Mendocino made through semi-carbonic maceration with only 250 cases produced. It's joined by three organic bottles: the cherry-forward Jajaja, the golden-hued, skin-contact Bheeyo, and the bright, tropical Monje. Each wine is vegan, low in sulfites, and made with zero added sugar, showcasing clean, minimal-intervention winemaking at its best. Whether you're gifting or hosting, this collection captures the artistry and vibrance of natural wine culture in every pour. Enjoy 15% off orders of $50+ with code UNCRATE15.
Off the west coast of Vancouver Island, Catherine King and Wayne Adams have been building their floating home over the last 24 years. With an art gallery, garden, and all the fish you can eat, it's as off-the-grid as a home can get.
We've seen 3D printed glass, lightsabers, and even tattoos. Now the robots are invading our kitchens. With programmable cooking, not only will the machines be able to create unique food items that otherwise couldn't be duplicated in our homes, but it will also be able to control the nutrition in our daily diets. Creative Machines Lab director Professor Hod Lipson reveals how his students at Columbia University are revolutionizing what's for dinner.