Go home, cheetah. If you really want to go fast, you need to get off the ground. The truly fastest animal on Earth is the peregrine falcon, capable of cruising the skies at 60 MPH and diving at over 200 MPH — as fast as Formula One race cars. Unsurprisingly, peregrine falcons are perfectly adapted to high speeds, with nostrils like jet engines and a body profile like a military aircraft.
The first glimpse at The Force Awakens follow-up has arrived and it looks like things will pick up right where they left off. Episode VIII will see the return of Mark Hamill, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong'o, and the final performance from Carrie Fisher, while Benicio del Toro, Laura Dern, and Kelly Marie Tran will join the cast. Other than Luke Skywalker finally has a few lines and some epic space battles, not much is known but we're sure they'll be plenty more trailers between now and its December 15th release.
There are few things more inseparable than love and cannibalism. A young woman falls in with a group of outcasts in the Texas desert, where romance and humans are on the menu. Suki Waterhouse, Jason Momoa, and Keanu Reeves star in The Bad Batch, coming to theaters June 23, 2017.
It's the thinnest Roborock ever, thanks to a RetractSense Navigation System that lowers the LDS to pass low-clearance spots. It has a new VibraRise 4.0 Mopping System, which increases the mop's vibrating area by 27%, uses AI to identify stains, and raises the front wheels to provide more mop pressure on stubborn messes. Its industry-first AdaptLift chassis lets it clear thresholds up to 1.57" high. It's the Roborock Saros 10, and it's ideal for large homes with deep-cleaning demands. It also offers 22000Pa suction and zero tangle technology, ridding the house of dust and hair, and making it a complete cleaning machine. Enjoy $200 off through 2/16.
Revolutionizing skincare with a minimalist, results-driven approach, Zen Dew simplifies the glow-up without compromising effectiveness. The brand cuts through the clutter of endless routines and overwhelming products, offering intentional and effortless skincare solutions. Their standout product, Violet Aura, is a toner formulated with 73% Korean Rice Milk, 2% Salicylic Acid, and 2% Niacinamide—a potent blend that brightens, clears blemishes, and hydrates without irritation. Unlike traditional water-based toners, Zen Dew's formula uses Korean Rice Milk as its base, leading to 99% of consumers reporting smoother skin in just two weeks. Free from silicones, sulfates, and parabens — and entirely vegan — Zen Dew champions clean, healthy skin with a modern, uncomplicated approach.
A rebel, a mother, a princess. At the 2017 Star Wars Celebration, Disney officially paid their dues to the woman who helped launch the biggest franchise in Hollywood history. Archival footage, recent interviews, and words from cast and crew past and present remember the woman who showed that princesses don't have to sit around waiting for a man to come rescue them.
Crack open a PBR and prepare yourself — it's about to get extremely hipster in here. You hear plenty of people talk about the joy of real 35mm and 65mm film, but this video essay is a love letter to that lesser-appreciated sibling, 16mm. The camera shake, the grain, the under- or oversaturated color — 16mm is the rose-tinted goggles of an era you didn't live through.
Founded in 1984 by Argentine brothers Fernando and Santiago Aguerre, Reef has evolved from a passion project into a leading name in casual footwear. Their vision was to craft high-quality, ultra-comfortable sandals that seamlessly transition from beach to street, embodying the essence of a laid-back, beach-centric lifestyle. Today, Reef's commitment extends beyond footwear; the brand is dedicated to ocean conservation and preserving our beaches, recognizing the intrinsic link between well-being and coastal environments. Offering a wide variety of footwear — including sandals, slides, shoes, boots, and flip-flops — Reef delivers comfort and style for everything from beach strolls to everyday adventures, all while supporting environmental stewardship. That includes their women-specific Vista collection, which employs their signature footbed in styles and silhouettes like clogs, platform sandals, and slides that pair as well with a dress and a cocktail as they do with a swimsuit and sand.
The Nike Air Max Dn redefines comfort and innovation with its cutting-edge Dynamic Air unit system. Designed for a smooth, responsive ride, this sneaker features dual-pressure tubes that adapt to every step. Complementing its futuristic design, the Air Max Dn's next-generation Air technology delivers an ultra-reactive feel from heel to toe, ensuring all-day comfort and support. The lightweight, breathable multilayered mesh upper, combined with plush foam cushioning, is made with at least 50% recycled content by weight — merging sustainability with performance-level energy. Whether for everyday wear or high-energy outings, the Air Max Dn continues the legacy of Air Max innovation.
No one knows how much lost time and productivity Wes Cherry has cost employers. In 1988, as an intern for Microsoft, Wes wrote Solitare — the game that came bundled with the Windows OS. In a stroke of cosmic irony, Wes created the game for the same reason millions of people played it in the office — sheer boredom.
With the United Kingdom voting to leave the European Union last year, the future of a unified Continent has become unclear. The benefits of the Union — trade, health care, and travel between member nations — are clear. But the opaque political process and immigrant crisis have outweighed the advantages in recent years. Kurzgesagt looks at the history of the EU, what it was designed to accomplish, and whether keeping it around is worth the headache.