Mention kung-fu movies and the first response will almost always include Bruce Lee or Jackie Chan. And for good reason — those talented actors and martial artists popularized the genre in the US and abroad. But director Lau Kar-leung is widely considered to be the Grandmaster of kung-fu, revolutionizing what a kung-fu film could be and influencing generations of actors and directors. Museum of Modern Art curator La Frances Hui goes deep into the history of kung-fu films and shows what makes Lau Kar-leung so special to the artform.
As far as cellists go, Yo-Yo Ma is quite possibly the GOAT. He started performing for presidents at the age of seven, has been featured on soundtracks like Once Upon a Time in America, The Untouchables, and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, has earned 18 Grammys, and was named the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities by Obama. Now, Ma is gracing the NPR Tiny desk to perform a series of suites for unaccompanied cello by Johann Sebastian Bach.
A classic trope in books and film is the protagonist meeting the antagonist in a final battle between good and evil. In No Country for Old Men, author Cormac McCarthy and the subsequent film adaptation by the Coen brothers completely subverts the narrative we're familiar with. Lessons From the Screenplay goes into the details of the mechanics the Coen brothers used to keep the audience guessing — and how deliberately leaving out plot points keeps the audience engaged.
Golf's shift from rigid tradition to cultural crossover sets the stage for the Hurley x Levelwear collaboration. Bringing together Hurley's surf-and-skate heritage with Levelwear's modern performance approach, the limited-edition collection reimagines golf apparel for players who treat the course as a place for self-expression as much as competition. Contemporary silhouettes are built with sustainable materials and athletic cuts, designed to perform during a round and carry easily into everyday wear. Hawaiian-inspired prints nod to Hurley's roots, adding color and character without losing technical credibility. It's a lineup made for a new generation of golfers who see style, sport, and community as inseparable.
Nature's Craft Cleansing Artichoke + L-Carnitine blends plant-powered detox with metabolic support in a single daily capsule. At its core is artichoke extract, long valued for supporting bile flow and digestive comfort, paired with L-Carnitine to help your body metabolize fats and maintain energy. Vegan-friendly, non-GMO, and made without filler junk, it's designed for anyone who wants a cleaner internal reset without juggling half a dozen pills. Add a touch of natural support to your daily routine and let a little botanical help take the edge off digestion and overall well-being.
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Combining the moving picture with audio makes film one of the most engaging mediums created by humans. While much of the focus goes to writing, acting, and direction, the score of a film can drive home the emotion of a scene in a way that visuals alone cannot. CineFix breaks down ten of the best film scores in movie history with a few picks that might surprise you.
Another RC Channel has created the ultimate off-road video by filming his Traxxas TRX4 Broncos in super slow-mo. The effect paired with the angle almost makes you feel like your watching a couple a full-size 4x4s shredding the beach. He follows it up by taking his toys to the forest trails of the Pacific Northwest.
Currently, to travel along Norway's coast you'll have to take the E39 highway. The 683-mile route runs from Kristiansand in the south to Trondheim and with its seven different ferry connections, takes about 21 hours to complete. In an attempt to cut the travel in half, the Norwegian government plans to eliminate the need for ferries with increased tunnels and bridges while improving current roadway conditions. The project is estimated to cost 40 billion dollars making it the largest infrastructure project in the country's history.
Jennifer Macalady is a microbiologist exploring Italy's water-filled Frasassi Caves. The conditions in these caves might be similar to the conditions that the first life on Earth began — lightless and dark. Macalady hopes that the microbes she's discovering might hold the secrets to the origin of life, without the ability to harvest energy from the sun.
The fastest marathon shoe Nike has ever made just got a colorway to match. The Alphafly 3 arrives in Platinum Tint, Grey Fog, Iron Grey, and Metallic Silver, a clean, understated palette that lets the performance do the talking. The tech underneath hasn't changed: dual Air Zoom units and a carbon fiber Flyplate store and return energy with each step, while a fully connected ZoomX foam midsole delivers cushioning and responsiveness across all 26.2 miles. The lightest Alphafly ever, with a wider plate for increased stability, notched laces, and an integrated knit tongue that keeps things comfortable no matter the pace.
Collars & Co.'s Maverick Performance Pants bring tailored refinement to everyday movement. Cut from lightweight, technical fabric with built-in stretch and wrinkle resistance, they carry a polished silhouette that looks at home in the office, on a flight, or out for dinner. The performance-minded construction stays comfortable through hours of wear while keeping its shape and crispness without frequent touch-ups. It's the kind of pant that dresses up without feeling rigid and performs like activewear without sacrificing style. Ideal for anyone who wants one pair that does it all.
Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson has gone from crushing skulls on Game of Thrones to crushing chicken sandwiches for KFC. After leaving his hometown in Kentucky to train in Iceland, The Mountain becomes the Double Colonel after pulling 700-ish pounds of crispy poultry.
A bottle opener is one of the simplest tools imaginable — until you let Adam Savage and Laura Kampf design and build one. Laura stopped by Adam's shop to build an excellent bottle opener that both works great and is needlessly complicated. Watch more of Laura's projects on her YouTube channel here.
