Preposterous
Long live the absurd. Nails that won't be hammered, balloons that smash cactuses — animator Florent Porta created a series of scenes that defy your expectations and make no sense whatsoever.
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The Untold Truth Of Chappelle's Show
Although Chappelle's Show only ran for three seasons, the third being a compilation of completed sketches, the show became a TV phenomenon. The series has been off the air for ten years, but fans are still saying "game, blouses" and "I'm Rick James, bitch!" But beyond the stand-up bits and legendary sketches, there's a lot you might now. Here's some of the untold truths about the short-lived series.
Distance Between Dreams
The winter of 2015 was a historic year for big-wave surfing. An El Niño-fueled winter in the Pacific created some of the biggest waves ever seen, and surfer and director Ian Walsh was there to capture it. As big-wave surfing has moved from jet-ski tow-ins to paddling into the waves, the risks have only gotten higher. Walsh shows you the danger and beauty of surfing some of the best waves ever seen.
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Minecraft Marketplace
Minecraft's greatest strength has always been the creativity of its community, and the Minecraft Marketplace is where that imagination comes to life. Home to thousands of creator-made add-ons, adventure maps, skin packs, texture packs, mashups, mini games, and survival worlds, the Marketplace offers endless ways to reshape the familiar block-built universe. Through July 28, the annual Summer Sale makes exploring even easier, with more than 300 Marketplace items discounted by up to 33%. Whether you're looking to reinvent your next survival world or dive into a completely new adventure, it's one of the easiest ways to keep Minecraft feeling fresh.
Presented by Minecraft.
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Nike V5 RNR
Not every sneaker has to chase the next big innovation. Sometimes the right choice is the one you reach for every morning. Nike's V5 RNR leans into the layered aesthetics of early-2000s running shoes while prioritizing everyday comfort over race-day performance. A breathable mesh upper paired with synthetic leather overlays deliver a technical look, accented by metallic details and a signature 3D Swoosh. Underfoot, a chunky yet lightweight foam midsole and plush collar cushioning keep long days comfortable, while a rubber outsole with Y2K-inspired grooves provides dependable traction. Designed for daily wear while retaining athletic performance, the V5 RNR proves that retro design still belongs in the everyday rotation.
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Rogue One Featurette
There's officially less than one month until the release of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Before it arrives, director Gareth Edwards and the cast take you behind the scenes of the franchise's first standalone film. The story takes place pre-New Hope, and if you're a life long fan like Diego Luna, you've probably been dreaming up your own scenario for a long time. Well that dream is about to become a reality when the film finally comes to theaters December 16, 2016.
Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events
Neil Patrick Harris trades the smart suits and clean look for a very filthy Count Olaf in Netflix's Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events. The scheming Count takes in the Baudelaire orphans, trying his damnedest to rob them of their fortune. The series premieres January 13, 2017.
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Hydraulic Press in Slow-Motion
Two of the best things on the internet have finally come together — the hydraulic press and super slow motion video. The Slow Mo Guys took some inspiration from the Hydraulic Press channel, compressing a full deck of cards into a millimeters-thin stack. The explosion was captured, of course, in fantastic slow-motion.
Accent Expert on 32 Actors Accents
Dialect coach Erik Singer is an expert on accents, and he's really good at his job. WIRED invited him to critique the accents of 32 actors, from the late Phillip Seymour Hoffman's excellent Truman Capote, to Kevin Costner's terrible Robin Hood. The subtleties of what goes into creating an accent for the screen are amazing.
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Nike Ava X
Running has become more than training for the next finish line. It's sunrise run clubs, destination marathons, and post-run coffee stops that turn a workout into a community. From early coffee meetups in Austin to race weekends across the country, Nike's Ava X is built for the lifestyle surrounding every mile. A lightweight textile upper with synthetic leather accents delivers breathable comfort in a sleek, packable silhouette, while a Cushlon 3.0 midsole provides soft, responsive cushioning for everything from recovery walks to morning shakeout runs. A supportive fit and durable outsole with textured grip round out a sneaker designed to move effortlessly between the run, the café, and wherever the rest of the day leads.
Presented by Nike.
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Warby Parker Sunglasses
Warby Parker's Summer 2026 Collection embraces the season's spirit of exploration with sunglasses that balance vintage influences and contemporary attitude. The lineup reinterprets classic silhouettes with confident proportions and fresh details, giving familiar shapes a distinctly modern edge. Warm, sun-ready colorways add another layer of personality, lending even the most contemporary frames a timeless, well-traveled feel. Designed to earn their place in long afternoons, beach weekends, and summer road trips alike, the collection proves that great sunglasses do more than block the sun. They set the tone for the season itself.
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Kong: Skull Island
Monsters do exists. In Jordan Vogt-Roberts' King Kong reboot, Tom Hiddleston, Samuel L. Jackson, John Goodman, and Brie Larson travel to an island where a gigantic angry ape is the least of their problems, because there's also gigantic lizards, gigantic water buffalo, and a normal size John C. Reilly. Cross your fingers for a monster-to-monster throw down when the film comes to theaters March 10, 2017.
Enter Sandman Classroom Instruments
The Roots and Metallica just made the collaboration no one saw coming. Adding a xylophone and a kazoo to the 1991 hit "Enter Sandman", the two bands cram into Jimmy Fallon's music room to turn the heavy metal staple in to a classroom classic. You may love it, you may hate it, but you will respect the way Lars throws down on the mini cymbals.
