The European Union Explained
The internet's official explainer of things that need explaining C.G.P. Grey tries to make the asterisk-filled European Union a little less confusing.
The internet's official explainer of things that need explaining C.G.P. Grey tries to make the asterisk-filled European Union a little less confusing.
Britain's Brightest Steve Mould slows down his bead chain experiment for a mesmerizing display of scientific wizardry.
Galactic bounty hunter Boba Fett makes his Star Wars debut during this 1978 screentest.
Private Label QR turns ordinary household labels into dynamic digital reference points, using durable QR stickers that link physical objects to editable information accessible from any smartphone camera. Once attached to a box, appliance, container, suitcase, or keepsake, each label can store notes, photos, instructions, contact details, or organizational data that can be updated anytime without replacing the sticker itself. The system feels especially useful for the kind of real-world friction most smart-home products ignore, from labeling moving boxes and organizing pantry goods to leaving appliance instructions for Airbnb guests or preserving the stories tied to family heirlooms. With no app required and built-in controls for private, public, or group visibility, the platform lands somewhere between modern inventory management and a digital memory layer for everyday objects.
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Augustinus Bader's The Retinol Serum rethinks traditional retinol treatments with a formula designed to deliver visible skin renewal without the irritation that often comes with high-performance vitamin A products. Powered by the brand's proprietary TFC8 technology alongside pure retinol, the lightweight serum targets fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, blemishes, and hyperpigmentation while supporting hydration and overall skin balance. The result is a more refined approach to retinol, one engineered to improve clarity, firmness, and smoothness without compromising the skin barrier in the process.
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Before Bear Grylls even thought about being a urine-drinking embryo, Dick Proenneke was surviving the Alaska wilderness without the help of a camera crew or special effects. After leaving civilization in 1968, Proenneke spent the next 30 years living a solitary life, building his cabin, hunting for food and exploring the frosted forests, while documenting his adventures along the way.
Lambrecht Chevrolet Company has been an urban car legend in Nebraska for many years. After decades of being closed up, VanDerBrink Auctions finally got to crack open the vintage motor time capsule, and what they found was a Chevy-filled heaven.
Creepy doesn't begin to describe how Will Ferrell's face looks smeared over Natalie Portman's head. It's almost as disturbing as this Jennifer Lawrence and Jonah Hill monster.
He's fluent in 6 million forms of communication, rap not being one of them. Hurry up with my damn Coruscant.
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.
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This is our shortcut to the good stuff on Amazon. It's an ongoing Uncrate-vetted list we'll be adding to and subtracting from. It's your field guide to use before wading through Amazon's millions of mediocre listings. It's our handpicked, battle-tested lineup of the clever, the durable, and the legitimately worth buying. The pieces that punch above their price, hold up in the real world, and never miss. In other words: the Amazon aisle curated by someone with taste.
Here's a full look at scroungy castaway Larry David in his revenge-filled HBO film, with Jon Hamm, Bill Hader, Danny McBride, Kate Hudson, Michael Keaton, and Eva Mendes rounding out the all-star cast. Set for release August 10, 2013.
Show your pride. Share your love. Our friends at YouTube show their support for the LGBT community with this touching tribute.