The Science of Aging
"We're programmed to die." Just a comforting thought to get you through the day.
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The Postal Service Auditions
After ten years, The Postal Service is back on our radar with a new song and a summer tour. But, have you ever wondered what the band would have sounded like without the soft, angelic vocals of Ben Gibbard? What if Weird Al" Yankovic's accordion would have been pumping over Jimmy Tamborello's electronic beats? Here's the 2002 auditions of Aimee Mann, Moby, Duff McKagan, and Tom DeLonge as they fought to be the voice of the indietronic duo.
Bay Bridge Lights
The San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge is finally out shinning the Golden Gate Bridge, thanks to 25,000 LED lights. Funded by private donations, the massive 1.8-mile-long, 50-foot-high light installation will twinkle across the bay from dusk until 2:00 a.m. for the next two years.
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Roborock Saros 10R Robotic Floor Cleaner
Homes with complex layouts and/or a lot of floor obstacles can befuddle a lot of robot cleaners. With the StarSight Autonomous System 2.0, Roborock's Saros 10R handles them with ease. Its 3D ToF sensors and visual recognition technology allow it to create 3D maps of its environment — as opposed to the 2D tech in most robovacs — boosting sampling frequency, response times, and the ability to see small objects. As the thinnest Roborock yet, it easily navigates under furniture and into hard-to-reach spots. It has a dual anti-tangle system for dealing with hair and an industry-first AdaptiLift Chassis to easily tackle thresholds and obstacles up to 1.5" tall; the latter joins a liftable mop, main brush, and side brush to make this one of the most versatile cleaners on the market. Enjoy $200 off through 2/16.
Presented by Roborock.
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Ritani Valentine's Day Collection
Jewelry is always a popular Valentine's Day gift. This year, skip the local chain jeweler and make a stop by Ritani. Their online store offers a wide selection of curated pieces, including classic diamond studs, ever-popular heart-shaped pendants, gold bracelets, gemstone rings, and customizable options. Each piece is one-of-a-kind and made to order in New York by dedicated artisans, and comes with free shipping over $500, hassle-free returns, and expert assistance to ensure the gift is as special as your relationship.
Presented by Ritani.
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The Art of Steadicam
Refocused Media tributes the Steadicam with this compilation of the top 50 Steadishots since its introduction to the film industry in 1975. Come for the film history lesson, stay for the Kubrick.
Sesame Street Hits 1 Billion Views
Sesame Street's YouTube videos have officially reached one billion views, making it the first nonprofit organization to reach this milestone. In true Count Von Count fashion, he celebrates this achievement by counting each and every view.
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Roborock Saros 10 Robotic Floor Cleaner
It's the thinnest Roborock ever, thanks to a RetractSense Navigation System that lowers the LDS to pass low-clearance spots. It has a new VibraRise 4.0 Mopping System, which increases the mop's vibrating area by 27%, uses AI to identify stains, and raises the front wheels to provide more mop pressure on stubborn messes. Its industry-first AdaptLift chassis lets it clear thresholds up to 1.57" high. It's the Roborock Saros 10, and it's ideal for large homes with deep-cleaning demands. It also offers 22000Pa suction and zero tangle technology, ridding the house of dust and hair, and making it a complete cleaning machine. Enjoy $200 off through 2/16.
Presented by Roborock.
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Caliber Fitness Program
Getting fit requires more than just staying active or watching what you eat. Caliber uses a science-based approach that incorporates strength training, cardio, and nutrition to help you achieve your wellness goals. The program's coaches keep an eye on your progress 24/7 and check in with you throughout the week to keep you motivated and on track. That real-time visibility across workouts, nutrition, and habits helps them provide personalized, actionable guidance that helps members make progress up to 50% faster than training alone. For a limited time, all their coaching programs are $100 off for January 2025.
Presented by Caliber.
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If Michael Haneke Directed Star Wars 7
Not so long ago in a French galaxy far, far away, director Michael Haneke puts his bleak twist on the upcoming Star Wars Episode VII.
Concrete Tent
With just some water and a leaf blower, Richard Ambrose and Jonny Phillips construct a permanent structure in less than 24 hours. Concrete canvas is a revolutionary material that starts off flexible, allowing in to be inflated to its desired size, and then dries into a sold surface. These durable structures have good thermal properties and can even create a sterile environment for surgeries, making it an ideal shelter during a humanitarian crisis.
