Star Trek Into Darkness Title Design
Special effects house Video Copilot gives a behind the scenes look at how they created the intergalactic intro for J.J. Abrams' Star Trek Into Darkness.
Special effects house Video Copilot gives a behind the scenes look at how they created the intergalactic intro for J.J. Abrams' Star Trek Into Darkness.
Whether it's your tablet or your smartphone, technology is becoming increasingly vocal. With the text-to-speech industry on the rise, The Verge takes a look into the elaborate process behind creating these computer-human interactions with a visit to Siri's home, Nuance Communications, and this article on the art of machine language.
Some may call it a prank, but we call it a dream come true to come home one day to faucets flowing with frosty streams of amber ale. A group of friends made this dream a reality for one man by completely re-plumbing his entire house with kegs of beer.
Nike blends vintage running heritage with modern performance in a silhouette that pairs a moccasin-inspired suede upper with the brand's iconic Waffle outsole. The soft suede upper nods to classic runners, while a foam midsole adds lightweight cushioning suited for mixed terrain. Underfoot, the rubber Waffle tread delivers the grip and durability that made the original design famous. The result is a versatile trainer that moves easily between road, trail, and everyday wear.
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Nike's NBA All-Star Collection brings together performance gear and off-court staples in a lineup built to reflect the league's biggest stars. Spanning over 150 pieces, the collection moves from technical essentials like Dri-FIT basketball shorts to street-ready layers including the All-Star Weekend Pullover. Footwear anchors the drop with signature models like the Giannis Freak 7 and the Kobe IX Elite Low EM Protro, tying current performance to legacy influence from players who defined the game. Limited jerseys round out the release, offering a direct link to All-Star history. It's a collection designed to carry the attitude of allstars beyond the court.
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Time traveling can be intense.
Ze Frank returns with way more information than you ever needed about the frog.
New Zealand inventor, artist, and organic mechanic Blair Somerville shows you around his wonderfully weird world of recycled art, the Lost Gypsy Gallery.
Teachers keep teaching. Students keep studenting.
Hair loss may be inevitable, but Nutrafol approaches it as a system worth optimizing, not disguising. Built around a whole-body philosophy, the brand's physician-formulated, drug-free supplements target the underlying drivers of thinning hair, including stress, hormones, metabolism, and aging, rather than relying on cosmetic fixes. Its Men 50+ formula reflects that precision, designed specifically for the biological shifts that come with age and clinically tested to support thicker, fuller hair, improved coverage, and reduced shedding in as little as three to six months. Backed by dozens of clinical studies and trusted by dermatologists and healthcare professionals, Nutrafol treats hair growth less like a quick intervention and more like long-term maintenance for a changing system.
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Legendary designer Tinker Hatfield drew inspiration from Parisian architecture to reestablish Air technology as a leader in cushioning. The Nike Air Max DN8 Summit takes Hatfield's advanced Dynamic Air technology and condenses it into a sleek, low-profile silhouette. Dual-chambered tubes with precisely tuned pressure levels shift airflow with each step and compression, delivering responsive cushioning throughout the stride. The Dynamic Air unit sits directly above the rubber outsole for a lower, more stable profile, while the lightweight upper radiates energy through breathable mesh. Wrapped in a bold, high-contrast colorway, the DN8 Summit presents a sleek and modern interpretation of Nike's evolving Air platform.
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An 8-bit Batman kicks the pixels out of The Joker in this retro remake of Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight.
Lose yourself to the shimmery suits and disco goodness of the first full music video from Daft Punk's Random Access Memories.