Jon Copley and the BBC team behind Blue Planet did something that's never been done before: Diving over 1000 meters below the waves in Antarctica. In the frigid black water, Copley and his team found a place bursting with life, from tiny krill to the Antarctica sun seastar.
Although it might sound like a dream, living on coffee alone is not so wise. There are some positives like reducing the risk of Type 2 diabetes and some cancers, but that's just with regular consumption. Like two or three cups a day. Going on an all-coffee diet leads to excess amounts of caffeine and causes headaches, nausea, restlessness and muscle spasms. Overdosing on it can even lead to more series problems like comas, trouble breathing, and cardiac arrest. So go ahead, enjoy your espressos and americanos. Just remember to keep it in moderation.
When designing new uniforms for the NBA, Nike didn't start with fabric or fit. They started with research. Lots and Lots of research. Beginning in their Sports Research Lab, they put athletes through their paces, tracking everything from their movement to their temperature. Using this data, they create the game-day apparel you see on the court today.
Sneakers don't have to be unsophisticated. Collars & Co.'s CEO Sneaker brings a look fit for the boardroom in a low-top cut and comfortable fit. A premium suede upper is paired with a padded dual-density outsole that can be worn all day with an understated modern style.
Kobe Bryant tragically passed away nearly five years ago, yet his legacy is arguably stronger than ever, with countless athletes citing his "Mamba mentality" as inspiration. Nike's Kobe Bryant Collection lets them show support on and off the court. Included are Dri-FIT essentials like shorts and tees, Therma-FIT hoodies and pants for hangouts and cool weather sessions, and, of course, a lineup of signature sneakers.
In this short video, Hank Green recounts the rise and fall of The Broccoli Tree. It was made famous by photographer Patrik Svedberg, even spawning its own Instagram page. It brought many people, over 27,000 to be exact until an angry internet troll tried to saw it down. Through this, we've learned not only that you can't un-saw a tree, but also the risks and the rewards of sharing what we love.
The Bugatti Veyron set the standard for the hypercar craze. Over 1,000 horsepower from a 16-cylinder, quad-turbocharged motor reaches the ground through all four wheels to a top speed of over 260 MPH. The car is an amazing technical achievement — and watching how it's hand-assembled reinforces what it takes to make such an amazing automobile.
Fold transforms personal finance by combining traditional banking with Bitcoin savings on one platform. With the Fold Card, users earn free Bitcoin on everyday purchases including bills, shopping, and transactions wherever Visa is accepted. Fold+ members also enjoy enhanced Bitcoin cashback on daily and recurring expenses, like mortgages and credit card payments. Link your card to the app and make managing cash and cryptocurrency seamless, with features like 'push to card' for effortless transfers between accounts. Fold empowers users to replace legacy accounts and fully embrace the Bitcoin economy with ease and confidence. Available on iOS and Android, for users in the United States.
The start of a new year is always a good time to recommit to hitting your fitness goals and living a healthier lifestyle. The Simple app makes it, well, simple. Unlike some programs, which consist of restrictive lists of do's and don'ts, Simple uses AI and a team of nutritional, behavioral, and medical experts to inform an incremental approach that helps users form healthy habits that last without give-up and burnout. After filling out a detailed survey, users can access the NutriScanner, an easy-to-use food logger, daily workout plans with everything from strength training to yoga, and Avo, an AI-powered in-app coach, to answer questions and offer applicable real-world suggestions. With Simple, you can live healthier without feeling like going to boot camp, and right now you can save 60% off a membership with the code SIMPLEDEAL.
On the 50th anniversary of his death, HBO is tributing the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The documentary will focus on last few years of the legendary civil rights activist's life, starting with his involvement in the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to his assassination in 1968. The film will premiere April 2, 2018.
Gangolf Ulbricht is one of the last papermakers left in Europe. From his basement studio in Berlin, Ulbricht hand-crafts artisan tree-free paper using techniques he learned from Germany, Japan, France, and England. This short documentary highlights the process behind his craft which includes one of the thinnest papers in the world.