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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RtA Fall Collection
RTA's latest men's collection doubles down on the Los Angeles label's mix of bold design, premium materials, and rebellious streetwear attitude. The new arrivals span denim, outerwear, tees, knits, shorts, and accessories, with standout pieces like the brand's signature denim and statement jackets bringing a sharper edge to everyday dressing. Relaxed silhouettes and distinctive details keep the lineup unmistakably RTA, while versatile layers make the collection easy to work into an existing wardrobe. It's a fresh selection for those who prefer their staples with a little more attitude.
Presented by RtA.
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Luca Faloni Denim Shirt
Luca Faloni's Classic Denim Shirt gives a refined Italian treatment to one of menswear's most dependable staples. Made in Northern Italy from robust 100% Italian cotton denim, the shirt pairs a clean button-up silhouette with a signature Paramontura one-piece collar, Australian mother-of-pearl buttons, and a rounded hem. It's pre-washed to prevent future shrinkage and available in slim or regular fits, making it equally suited to wearing on its own or layered through the seasons. Available in six colors, the Classic Denim Shirt brings Luca Faloni's understated approach to a piece that needs little embellishment to work almost anywhere.
Presented by Luca Faloni.
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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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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.
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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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Collars & Co.'s Cloud Cotton Hoodie
The hoodie has long been a casual staple, but Collars & Co.'s Cloud Cotton Hoodie gives it a more refined identity. Crafted from an ultra-soft brushed cotton blend, the lightweight layer delivers warmth with a smooth hand feel while maintaining a relaxed fit that never looks oversized. Ribbed cuffs and hem, a cleaner silhouette, and an elevated finish make it just as appropriate for travel and weekend dinners as it is for off-duty afternoons. It's the kind of everyday essential that quietly replaces every other hoodie in your rotation, proving that comfort and polish can coexist.
Presented by Collars & Co.
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A Bad Lip Reading of The Amazing Spider-Man
Peter and Gwen talk menstrual cramps and ovaries in the latest translation from BadLipReading.
Iron Man 3 Trailer 2
Another look at Tony Stark and the Iron Men in the latest Marvel franchise film. In theaters May 3, 2013.
