The Human Google
Have a question? You don't have to ask Google. Pick up the phone and dial 917-275-6975. AskNYPL, the New York Public Library's human search team, will be happy to find the answer you're searching for.
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3D Printing in Space
At around $10,000 per pound, shipping anything into space is extremely expensive. Most of the brain power in the new space race has focused on more efficient, multi-use rockets. But a small company called Made In Space has turned that idea on its head: Instead of designing and building better vehicles to get things into orbit, why not just build those things in space? In March 2016, Made In Space sent their second 3D printer to the International Space Station, giving interplanetary travel a huge boost in the process.
Breakfast
It's the most important meal of the day. But depending on where you are in the world, it can mean a multitude of things. From beans and ham to a club sandwich, Nowness explores how people like start their day.
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BODi Fitness Programs
Ranked the best fitness app for 2026 by CNN Underscored, BODi is a comprehensive training platform built around consistency and scale. The program delivers professional workout plans accessible online and through the app, structured to support regular training at home or on the move. A digital membership offers access to more than 140 trainers and a selection of efficient 10-minute workouts designed for busy schedules. For a deeper commitment, members can tap into BODi's full library of over 8,000 workouts spanning beginner to advanced levels. For a limited time, subscriptions start at $99 for the first /year or grab , with a 10-minute workout plan available for $10/month.
Presented by BODi.
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T-Mobile Postpaid
T-Mobile's family plan flips the usual wireless math by bundling premium features competitors charge extra for into one straightforward package built to last. With three or more lines, families can save over $1,000 per year versus Verizon and AT&T while locking in a five-year price guarantee on talk, text, and data, and those savings do not vanish when promos end. Save on streaming, satellite, and more benefits they leave out. The plan includes Netflix and Hulu on Us, Apple TV for just $3 a month, premium unlimited data, international coverage with up to 30GB of high-speed data in 215+ countries, and T-Satellite for texting and data on supported apps. Add fast, app-based switching that takes about 15 minutes per line and access to America's Best Network, and it is a family plan designed for less hassle and more value.
Presented by T-Mobile.
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Humanity's First Interstellar Mission
When Johann Kepler wrote Galileo Galilei that humans would reach the stars on the heavenly winds, it turns out he wasn't just making a metaphor. While we might not ever make it, spacecraft with sails designed to ride a massive beam of light to Alpha Centauri, the nearest star to Earth, can. The Atlantic looks at how this technology could get us to the stars, with spaceships that cost as much as a smartphone.
French Onion Barb
Now Netflix is just being cruel. After leaving Barb in the Upside Down with no explanation about her health or safety, they're making a mockery out of our favorite Stranger Things character by turning her into a soup. Although we're totally against the treatment of Barb, we have to admit she does look rather tasty as a bowl of french onion soup.
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Riding the Wall of Death
Before Kerri Cameron was riding motorcycles on the Wall of Death, she rode horses for a living. Now she tours the world with Luke Fox and the original Wall of Death. A vertical, circular-shaped ring where riders take motorcycles up right to the top in an insane spectacle.
Nick Offerman On Making Stuff
Turns out that the the "character" Nick Offerman and the man Nick Offerman aren't too philosophically apart. In this sit-down interview with Sam Jones, Nick gives his thoughts on the all-American pastime of buying stuff, the importance of making things, and giving children the opportunity to see that not everything has to come off the shelf of a massive box store.
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Collars & Co. Maverick Performance Pants
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.
Presented by Collars & Co.
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Nathan & Sons Boars Hair Toothbrush Kit
A bit of old-world care returns to the daily routine with Nathan & Sons' Boar's Hair Toothbrush Kit, a refined grooming set built around quality and simplicity. Each brush uses natural boar bristles to gently condition gums and polish enamel, paired with classic wooden handles that add an understated, heirloom feel. Thoughtfully packaged and travel ready, it turns an everyday habit into a small but intentional ritual.
Presented by Nathan & Sons.
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Tarantula Hawk Sting
He's been bitten by an alligator and stung by a cow killer. Now Coyote Peterson is taking a sting from the Tarantula Hawk. Not only is this the largest species of wasp in the Unites States, but it eats freaking tarantulas for lunch. Needless to say, he immediately regretted his decision.
Assassin's Creed
Venerable secret society the Knights Templar are working toward a noble goal — world peace through oppression. Awakened to his ancestral memories through a radical genetic technology, Callum Lynch relives the antics of his ancestor Aguilar in 15th century Spain. A member of the Assassins, Callum draws on centuries of experience to thwart the Templar's quest for world domination. Based on Ubisoft's massively popular video game franchise, Assassin's Creed arrives in theaters December 21, 2016.
