The Leidenfrost effect
Feeding our fascination with viewing things in super-slow motion, this is what it looks like when liquid hits a surface hotter than its boiling point at 3000 frames-per-second.
Feeding our fascination with viewing things in super-slow motion, this is what it looks like when liquid hits a surface hotter than its boiling point at 3000 frames-per-second.
Google has partnered with CERN, Lego, National Geographic and Scientific American to bring us the world's first online global science competition. We hate to be the bearer of bad news but the Google Science Fair is only for students 13-18. Maybe next time.
One huge NASA fan is outraged by their sucky media and made this video in his frustration. But this is just the beginning. He literally has a Word document entitled NASAideas.doc full of ideas waiting to share.
London Sock Co.'s Retro Stripe Collection draws from vintage athletic wear, bringing the timeless appeal of retro varsity-inspired stripes into everyday rotation. Knitted from a soft organic cotton blend with a comfortable ribbed construction, the mid-calf socks strike the balance between nostalgic sport styling and modern versatility. Their understated design pairs just as naturally with broken-in denim and suede sneakers as it does with loafers, chinos, or weekend shorts. Produced using carbon-free manufacturing and hand-finished for a refined feel, the Retro Stripe Collection is the finishing touch to a great outfit.
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As the school year ramps up, so does time spent online, making back-to-school season a natural time to refresh your digital security. Webroot offers flexible protection for computers, phones, and tablets, with standalone options or multi-device bundles covering everything from suspicious links and malware to network monitoring and password management. Built to work quietly in the background, Webroot uses less device space and installs and scans quickly, helping keep everyday browsing, homework, and family routines running smoothly without unnecessary interruptions. With plans for one, three, or five devices and savings of up to 40%, it's a straightforward way to add a little more peace of mind to the new school year.
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The Sartorialist, Scott Schumann, takes us behind the blog into his visual life, where he captures the images that entice his 70,000 readers a day.
Mary Poppins to the kids she watched but a Henri Cartier-Bresson in her free time, Vivian Maier could be one of the greatest street photographers we almost didn't know.
Whistler gets the tiny treatment with this tilt-shift video, turning one of the biggest ski areas in the world into a living, breathing snow globe.
The return to routine deserves a wardrobe that can keep pace. Nike's Back to School Collection is built for wherever the season takes you. The Nike Par ADV Golf Jacket delivers weather-ready protection from the first tee to rainy commutes, while the Nike Club Wool Varsity Jacket brings timeless athletic style into cooler evenings. Heading beyond the pavement, the ACG "Misery Ridge" GORE-TEX Jacket is ready for changing mountain conditions. Complete the look with vintage icons like the Air Jordan 4 Retro or lace up the Nike Alphafly 3 when it's time to chase your next personal best. Whether you're heading back to campus, back to the office, or simply back into your routine, Nike's latest collection is built for the season ahead.
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HairMax's LaserBand 272 brings clinical hair-growth technology into a form factor designed for convenience, combining 272 medical-grade lasers with a flexible, hands-free design that treats the entire scalp in as little as 90 seconds per session. Using low-level laser therapy to stimulate hair follicles and promote healthier, denser-looking hair, the device offers a non-invasive approach for men and women seeking to address thinning without adding another complicated step to the routine. The patented band design parts the hair automatically to maximize laser delivery, while its cordless operation keeps the process refreshingly simple. More than a grooming gadget, the LaserBand 272 represents a high-tech approach to hair restoration that prioritizes speed and ease alongside proven light-based therapy.
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A Lego short film that finally explains the mystery behind all of your missing Legos.
The special effects before-and-after shots from the first season of HBO's prohibition series, Boardwalk Empire.