The Only Taxidermist in New York
Take a look behind the scenes at the shop of second-generation taxidermist John Youngaitis, who runs the only taxidermist business in the five boroughs.
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The Flappy Bird Song
It might be gone from the virtual shelves of the App Store and Google Play, but the endearingly frustrating Flappy Bird shall live on in our hearts and the notes and lyrics of Song A Day virtuoso Jonathan Mann.
Fly Club
Even the flies have beef. In an effort to find out why males are aggressive, researchers began studying the brains of fruit flies, with surprising results.
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Uncrate's 100-ish favorite things on Amazon
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.
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Lundi Conally 36-Hour Briefcase
For those who take late-night calls that turn into early flights, the Lundi Conally 36-Hour Briefcase is the only plus-one you need. Crafted from black canvas and leather with a silhouette as sharp as your pitch deck, it carries the precision of a briefcase and the utility of an overnight bag. Inside, there's a place for everything — laptop, documents, business cards, a change of clothes—because chaos isn't part of your carry-on. Finished with a leather strap, suitcase clip, and clean lines, it's built for long days and global nights.
Presented by Lundi.
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Balloon Highline
What some people have to do to get their kicks. A group of French thrillseekers string a tightrope between two hot air balloons and attempt to cross — with parachutes, thankfully.
Zombies Under The Sidewalk
Don't look down. AMC packed a sidewalk grate full of zombies and scared some uninfected New Yorkers on hidden camera.
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Celebrities Read Mean Tweets About Themselves 6
It's almost enough to make you feel bad for George Clooney. Twitter can be a brutal forum celebrity criticism. They find out just how rough it is when they read (with a big dose of humor) really mean tweets about themselves in this sixth installment.
Land Of Wheat And Maize
Musician Justin Vernon gives a heartfelt account of growing up and the connections he sustains to his hometown of Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
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Brixton Board Shorts Collection
Built for long days that start in the surf and end somewhere near the bar, Brixton's latest trunk lineup balances heritage styling with modern performance without leaning too hard into either. The Blitz Boardshort is the more aggressive option, a lightweight stretch trunk cut from quick-dry polyester and spandex with a water-repellent finish, invisible zip pocket, drainage eyelet, and bold graphic treatments that push beyond the standard washed-out beach palette. Available in both 19-inch and 21-inch outseams, it is engineered to move cleanly from paddle-outs to pool decks with minimal fuss. Countering it is the Classic Trunk 17", a stripped-back staple with clean lines, minimal branding, and an easy shorter cut that feels rooted in vintage surf culture while still delivering dependable quick-dry performance. Together, the collection hits the sweet spot between technical utility and everyday wearability, exactly where Brixton tends to do its best work.
Presented by Brixton.
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Tinto Amorio Chaand Wine Sampler
Tinto Amorío's Chaand Sampler brings together four standout natural wines crafted for the modern table. The centerpiece is Chaand, a limited-production red blend of Carignan and Zinfandel from Mendocino made through semi-carbonic maceration with only 250 cases produced. It's joined by three organic bottles: the cherry-forward Jajaja, the golden-hued, skin-contact Bheeyo, and the bright, tropical Monje. Each wine is vegan, low in sulfites, and made with zero added sugar, showcasing clean, minimal-intervention winemaking at its best. Whether you're gifting or hosting, this collection captures the artistry and vibrance of natural wine culture in every pour. Enjoy 15% off orders of $50+ with code UNCRATE15.
Presented by Tinto Amorio.
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Giant Backyard Luge
How do you deal with unending cold weather and buttloads of snow? You build a luge in your backyard. At least, that's what one Minnesota family did, according to this KTNV Channel 13 Action News report.
Liberty Tattoo
Have a horrible mistake of a tattoo that you need covered up? Not to worry — just go see Nekkid Nate and the team at Liberty Tattoo. They can fix that — unless, of course, "that" is a face tattoo and you're running for office.
