Slow motion in film isn't anything new, but a great sequence never gets old. It can help convey a dramatic event or capture the fine details in an action shot. It even makes a simple walk down the hallway look badass. From the elevator scene in The Shining to anything in The Matrix, here are some of the greatest slow-mo movie moments.
Fake news is nothing new — just check the rack at the checkout next time you're at the grocery store. What is new is media juggernaut Facebook and algorithms making decisions on advertising. And while this brave new world of fake news and machine decision making is distressing, it isn't quite the scapegoat many people would like you to believe. Vox looks at the impact of fake news in the 2016 election, and learns that the mainstream media's influence is as much to blame as Hillary Clinton's adopted alien baby.
In Hong Kong, the neon sign industry is going dark. Crafting a neon sign takes a good eye, steady hands, money, and time — something in short supply. This short documentary looks at the last of a dying breed, as LEDs and machines take over the storefronts and streets of Hong Kong.
Rowing machines engage 86% of your muscles and can burn up to 400 calories in just 20 minutes. Hydrow might be the best rower in the world, combining those workout benefits into a sleek new tech-savvy machine. Hydrow is made with commercial-grade components, with a 10-roller smooth gliding seat, and has been tested to last for over 3 million cycles. It also features a 22" HD touchscreen monitor with a hi-fi speaker for over 5,000 workouts led by Olympians and world-class athletes, stretching beyond rowing to cover HIIT, circuit training, yoga, and more. From 11/8-11/14, shoppers can enjoy $400 off the Pro and $200 off the Wave as part of Hydrow's BFCM Preview Sale.
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The best way to stop hair loss is to catch ti before it starts. KilgourMD's Prevention Scalp Serum is the first line of defense, fortifying hair follicles and preventing them from shrinking to keep full-looking hair. Prevention Scalp Serum helps block the hormone DHT that triggers hair thinning while helping to protect against environmental and age-related damage.
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It's the unicorn of fast-food burgers — the Big Kahuna from Pulp Fiction. While the Big Kahuna in the film might very well be a tasty burger, Andrew Rea wasn't content with a usual burger. Andrew puts his own tropical spin on the sandwich that is deserving of the name Big Kahuna.
To perform at their best, athletes have to consume the right diet. Photography is no different, except capturing the perfect photograph doesn't require a well-balanced meal. Photographer Craig Semetko breaks down the photographer's DIET, while describing the key elements to taking a great picture.
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Everyday carry enthusiasts should be familiar with The James Brand and their tasteful, minimalist designs. For this timepiece, they've teamed with Timex on an explorer-friendly GMT. It has a 41mm titanium case, with a contrasting emerald 24-hour bezel and a emerald dial outfitted with white Super LumiNova indexes and hands. A black GMT hand allows for tracking the time across multiple zones and provides a pop of color; a date window at 3 o'clock completes the dial. Powered by an automatic Miyota movement, it's limited to 750 examples and sits on a titanium bracelet.
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It's been said time and again: Good scripts make good movies. As it turns out, George Lucas' flaming abomination Revenge of the Sith just needed a few dialogue tweaks to take the movie from barely watchable to pure comedic gold. Thanks to a reverse-translation of a Chinese bootleg and the dedication of GratefulDeadpool, one of the biggest box-office disappointments is now a fine film in its own right. Watch the entire film here.
Two of the best-loved toys in the modern era — LEGOs and Nerf guns — finally come together. The Nerf Maverick Rev-6 is recreated in bricks, and unlike many of the LEGO guns you'll find on the web, this one is fully functional.
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