When you think of prosthetics, you think of something made for some with a disability — and rightly so. But designer Dani Clode designed the Third Thumb to change the way we think about prosthetics — by augmenting what's already there and enhancing what humans can do.
Dubai's Atlantis, The Palm is home to the Aquaventure Waterpark. Usually filled with gallons of water, the park is drained once a year, turning the 156-meters-worth of slides, tubes, and ramps into the ultimate skate park. Taking advantage of this annual event, skaters Jan Hauffman, Milton Martinez, and Alex Sorgente head to the resort for a once-in-a-lifetime session.
The Lonely Island were asked to write a song for the 90th Academy Awards ceremony. If you actually watched the Oscars, you're probably scratching your head wondering how you missed it. Well at the last minute it was scrapped from the show. Luckily for everyone, the guys released the song anyway, along with the storyboards for how the bit would've gone down.
Sockwell redefines comfort and style with sustainable, high-quality merino wool socks proudly made in the USA. Using American-made Repreve® recycled nylon in the production of 100% of its Merino and Alpaca wool blends, Sockwell emphasizes eco-conscious innovation alongside premium craftsmanship. From compression socks for active lifestyles to everyday comfort and specialized relief solutions, Sockwell offers a versatile range of products crafted from locally sourced natural fibers to meet all your needs. Ensuring a perfect fit and reliable support with every step, these socks combine functionality with style featuring vibrant patterns, trending colors, and various lengths.
No matter the job, Skechers has a work shoe that fits. With slip-resistant soles, steel or composite toe protection, and waterproof construction, Skechers work shoes combine safety with comfort for jobs on the go. Skechers work sneakers offer the same level of toughness and a comfortable fit in a lightweight shoe for all-day wear.
Equal parts fascinating and creepy, Brazilian artist Juliana LePine sculpts an identical version of a miniature Doc Brown. She starts with a tiny skull, recreating the Back to the Furture character perfectly right down to his Nike Vandal Supremes.
At the end of every record is the lock groove. It keeps the needle from skittering off the record and being damaged on the sticker. Usually, there isn't any audio, but that changed with the Beatles' Sgt. Pepper and its rather creepy loop. Steve Mould shows how being a little creative with something that only serves a very utilitarian function makes vinyl special.
Dedicated to creating sustainably produced natural wines using certified organic grapes from California, Tinto Amorio's wines are among the most sought-after in the category. This sampler includes three bottles of three different varieties — Jajaja Glou Glou Red Wine, Bheeyo Skin-Contact Orange Wine, and the best-selling Monje Orange Wine. Fermented wild with native yeasts and made in limited quantities, they're perfect for elevated holiday gatherings.
Built to withstand whatever life throws its way, Duer's Live Free Adventure pant is made to navigate city streets or nature trails in this Peat colorway. Crafted from a hybrid twill fabric, they're stretchy, antibacterial, moisture-wicking, and given a DWR treatment for water-repellency. These modern cargo-style pants are relaxed through the thigh with a straight leg. Featuring gusseted upper inner thighs, triple-stitched seams, and a reinforced seat. The hems are adjustable for versatility and have both a key ring and zippered cargo pockets for safe storage of essentials.
Leonardo DiCaprio finally got his statue in 2016. Daniel Day-Lewis, Heath Ledger, Marlon Brando, and fully half of Oscar winners since 1951 have used method acting to prepare for their roles. Vox looks at the impact the school of acting has had on film and the search for the ultimate in authenticity.
Who is Doug Jones? Hollywood's most famous faceless man, Doug Jones is the guy in the suit — from Hellboy to the Faun and Pale Man of Pan's Labyrinth, The Shape of Water's Fishman, and about 150 other roles. When he isn't in a monster suit, he's just a tall, skinny guy on the street and much nicer than the characters he plays.