And a new bromance is formed.
Top Gear's groundskeeper Stiggie takes Honda's new grass-cutting hotrod for a test spin. The HF2620 Lawn Tractor has been modified with a custom chassis and suspension, 109-horsepower engine, and a paddle-shifted six-speed transmission for a top speed of 130 mph. Mowing the lawn will never be a chore again.
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.
Presented by RiseGuide.
Vita Coco has become the warm-weather essential for a generation constantly on the move, delivering a cleaner, more functional answer to hydration during another brutal summer of record-breaking heat. Packed with naturally occurring electrolytes — including 3.5x more than the leading sports drink — the brand's coconut water helps replenish what long commutes, beach days, workouts, and heat waves quickly drain away, without the artificial colors or overly sweet formulas crowding store shelves. Equal parts refreshing and performance-minded, Vita Coco bridges wellness and lifestyle with an easy-drinking formula that feels just as at home in a gym bag as it does beside a rooftop pool, making it one of the smartest ways to stay cool when temperatures refuse to cooperate.
Presented by Vita Coco.
Fresno firefighter Cory Kalanick makes our hearts explode with happiness as he documents his resuscitation of Lucky - a tiny kitten found inside a smoke-filled home. Here's what the hero had to say about his noble act.
No computers or green screens here. Prop master Tony Swatton torches, grinds, and pounds out a set of Wolverine claws so authentic, you'd think he was a mutant himself.
To make way for a cleaner, more fuel efficient plant, Fort Lauderdale gives Florida Power & Light Co. an explosive farewell.
Embarrass your opponent and look like a champ without even throwing a single punch.
Switching wireless carriers has traditionally involved enough friction to keep most people exactly where they are, but T-Mobile is trying to remove that excuse with a streamlined digital process designed to get customers through checkout in 15 minutes or less per line. The experience focuses on speed and simplicity, allowing users to switch online or through the T-Life app while keeping the device they already own. To further lower the barrier, T-Mobile's Keep & Switch program offers up to $800 via virtual prepaid card to help pay off eligible phones when customers make the move, creating a proposition that is equal parts convenience and cost savings.
Presented by T-Mobile.
Bar soap rarely gets an upgrade, but the Duke Cannon Soap Puck rethinks the format with a compact, palm-sized design built for grip, portability, and longevity. Triple-milled for a denser, longer-lasting bar, it delivers a rich lather while holding up better than typical soaps, making it just as suited for daily showers as it is for gym bags and travel kits. Formulated with natural oils and free of phthalates, it cleans without overcomplicating things, while the rounded puck shape feels deliberate in hand. It's a small shift in form that turns a basic essential into something more considered and durable.
Presented by Duke Cannon.
Here's a look inside the Fremont, California factory where an army of massive, robotic arms transform giant rolls of aluminum into a Tesla Model S.
The story of free man Solomon Northup who was kidnapped and sold into slavery for 12 years is getting a big screen adaptation. Chiwetel Ejiofor takes the lead while Michael Fassbender, Brad Pitt, Benedict Cumberbatch, Paul Dano, and Paul Giamatti round out the all-star cast. In theaters October 18, 2013.