St. Vincent is known for her loud and electric arrangments so when she showed up at the NPR offices with just an acoustic guitar, it was a surprise to just about everyone. The singer performed stripped down versions of three singles off her latest album Masseduction for her Tiny Desk Concert.
It's Vince Carter's 41st birthday — and his 19th year in the NBA. Named Rookie of the Year in 1999, Vince has played his way into the Hall of Fame, the Olympics, and the playoffs. The man that gave us Vinsanity took a second to break down the 10 best dunks of his epic career.
Frasé Skin is an Australian men's skincare brand built for the guys most products overlook: tradesmen and outdoor workers dealing with sun, dust, and grime all day. The line keeps things simple with five essentials, from a hydrating cleanser and heavy-duty exfoliating scrub to a lightweight moisturizer, body wash for breakouts, and blackhead strips. Formulated with proven ingredients like salicylic acid, hyaluronic acid, and natural exfoliants, it focuses on real results without overcomplicated routines or luxury packaging theater.
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Brooks takes a utility-first approach to training apparel with the Dash 6" 2-in-1 Short, a lightweight hybrid built for runs, gym sessions, and everything in between. Designed with a semi-fitted silhouette that follows the body without restricting movement, it pairs a breathable woven 6-inch outer shell with a supportive 4-inch boxer-brief liner engineered to reduce chafing and move freely thanks to 4-way stretch. Perforated side panels and a flat-knit waistband with internal drawcord keep airflow and fit dialed in, while a thoughtful pocket system adds everyday practicality with a liner phone pocket, key storage, and two external hand pockets for off-the-clock wear. The result is a versatile training short that transitions easily from workout to daily routine without missing a step.
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Working for one of the biggest tech companies on the planet has its perks. Employees at Amazon's headquarters in Seattle now have a lush oasis in the middle of the city to get away from the office. Called the Spheres, the geodesic domes house 400 species of plants and meeting areas in the most Zen workspace you could imagine. With areas like the bird's nest and Ruby, a 50-foot tall tree that was brought from California, the Spheres add another landmark to a city known for them.
A tale in three acts — that simple structure has been the basis for Hollywood since at least 1979 when it was popularized by Syd Field in his book Screenplay: The Foundations of Screenwriting. Shakespear preferred five acts in his (or their) classics. But what actually defines an act? This episode of Lessons From the Screenplay digs deep in the most basic of movie nuts and bolts to find the answer — or if it even matters.
The Star Wars theme song is the most recognizable in movie history. Composed by legendary film conductor John Williams, the big orchestra sound has been giving fans chills of excitement as the read through the opening crawk since 1977. In this behind-the-scenes clip, he leads the Hollywood Freelance Studio Symphony as they perform the iconic score for The Last Jedi.
In 1995, Will Ferrell joined the cast of Saturday Night Live. He revived the show with impersonations of George W. Bush, James Lipton, and as one-half of the Spartan cheerleading duo. But before that, he was a member of The Groundlings trying to get a spot on SNL. In this vintage footage, Ferrell auditions with some of his now-famous characters Harry Caray and Senator Ted Kennedy and the rest is all history.
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.
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The Monterey Overshirt from Collars & Co leans into the kind of effortless layering piece that works year-round without overthinking it. Cut from a lightweight cotton-linen blend with a touch of stretch, it delivers breathable comfort with just enough structure to hold its shape, striking a balance between relaxed and refined. Details like patch pockets, working buttons, and a clean pointed collar keep things classic, while the unlined construction makes it easy to throw over a tee or polo as temperatures shift. Machine washable and designed for a true-to-size fit, it's a straightforward staple that slots easily into a daily rotation without feeling like an afterthought.
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Breaking Bad premiered on January 20, 2008. More than likely it was and still is your favorite television show of all time. On its tenth anniversary, the writers and show's creator Vince Gilligan reunite to take a look back at the series and reflect on what working on the show taught them.
When you're making full-length stop-motion films, you need a lot of clay — tons of it. At Aardman Studios, Jay Smart is the master of the medium. Shoots can take over a year and a half, and the clay colors have to be consistent, which isn't how it comes from the supplier. Jay walks Adam through the process of mixing and matching clay for animation.