New York City has an illustrious history of chess, and Imad Khachan is the proprietor of Chess Forum, the last chess shop in town. An immigrant with no family, Imad is "the father of everyone," in his own words. This intimate look inside Chess Forum shows the importance of community in a world where face-to-face gatherings are becoming far too infrequent.
There are a lot of rumors and half-truths surrounding space and what it's really like to be out there. Chris Hadfield was the first Canadian to walk in space and has been there three times, making him a bit of an expert on the subject. Chris refutes some of the biggest myths surrounding living above the atmosphere and even confirms a few in this question-and-answer session with WIRED.
Designed to give you a buzz without the drawbacks, Vena Happy Place delivers feel-good vibes without the alcohol. The THC drink is made with 2mg of THC and 2mg CBD, taking you on a journey of relaxation and happiness, minus the hangover that usually follows. Available in Black Cherry, Grapefruit, and Guava Passionfruit, each refreshing sip elevates your mood, and with just 40 calories, you can savor the moment guilt-free.
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Nike revisits its All Conditions Gear archives to bring back a trail shoe from the '90s. The ACG Air Exploraid returns with the model's signature retro details, including the neoprene bootie, a layered upper, mesh on the midsole, and ACG branding at the heel. While the silhouette is the same, the shoe is updated with sustainable materials such as existing plastics, yarns, and textiles from post-consumer and post-manufactured waste. It's offered in the original Ash Green colorway and an all-white Light Orewood Brown option.
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Director Edgar Wright has been making some of the sharpest comedy films for over 15 years. With 2004's Shaun of the Dead up to Scott Pilgrim Saves the World, Wright has made the snap-zoom, whip-pan, sight gags, and match cut a part of his directorial vocabulary. TIFF takes a look at what makes an Edgar Wright film an Edgar Wright film in this supercut.
The season two premiere of Westworld introduced a new host to the show's world — the drone host. Their faceless, skinless design is exceedingly creepy, which is exactly what the creators were going for. Take a look behind the scenes at how the drone hosts were created, and how the actors inside the suits brought them to artificial life.
Joyful Co. is celebrating Women's History Month by supporting other women. The women-co-founded company is offering 20% off everything on their site during March, encouraging gifters to honor the ladies in their lives. Whether she's a foodie, coffee lover, or in need of a recharge, their curated sets have a unique assortment of high-quality products to show your appreciation and spread joy to the people you care about. No address is needed, just send their e-mail address and Joyful Co. will reach out to get their address for you and shipping is always free.
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Johnny Bigg offers a polished take on the timeless style. The Morgan Leather Chelsea Boot features a sleek silhouette with a square toe and full-grain leather upper. Classic Chelsea details, including elastic inserts and pull tabs on the heel, maintain a traditional look, while a molded sole with welt stitching offers comfort and durability. Dress them up or keep them casual, these leather boots will be a staple in the weekly rotation.
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Michael C. Hall is taking the law into his own hands once again in a new series for Netflix. After his daughter goes missing, the Dexter star begins to search for her and uncovers the dark secrets of the people living in his gated community in the process. The show will begin streaming May 10, 2018.
A spinning black hole could provide enough energy to power civilization for trillions of years — and create the biggest bomb known to the universe. Using the rotation of a black hole to supercharge electromagnetic waves could create massive amounts of energy or equally massive amounts of destruction. Kurzgesagt explains what it would take to harness a black hole and the potential risks of the process.