A life spent living on two rails gets stale — sometimes you want to fly. The famous children's book character Thomas the Tank engine finally gets to live out his dream, thrashing a two-rail wooden park and landing some vicious tricks.
On November 28, 1953, bacteriologist and Central Intelligence Agency employee Frank Olsen jumped to his death out the thirteenth-floor window of the Hotel Statler. It was initially deemed a suicide, but after the government later admitted to giving Olsen LSD without his knowledge, others begin to suspect foul play. In this six-part documentary series, director Errol Morris explores the strange circumstances surrounding the tragic event through interviews and dramatic reenactments. It's set for streaming on Netflix December 15, 2017.
Adam Savage has a cosplay problem. He loves movies and costuming, and Chewbacca is his favorite costume of all time. He had Tom Spina Designs create a perfectly detailed replica based on the original Chewbacca molds, and Adam visited the shop to look at how his Chewy was made. Fortunately, his obsession doesn't interfere with his day job.
Built for bigger days outside, the Hisense WeBoom packs powerful sound and a durable design into a portable speaker made for camping trips, tailgates, and long afternoons outdoors. Dual woofers and passive radiators deliver deep bass with a single-click Bass Boost, while up to 24 hours of playback keeps the music going. IP67 dust and water resistance makes it ready for everything from sandy beaches to rugged trails, and a detachable dual-way strap gives you the option to carry it over your shoulder or by hand. Dynamic lighting adds a visual element through the ConnectLife app, while Auracast and TWS pairing let you link compatible speakers for larger gatherings. Movie Night Mode also makes the WeBoom a surprisingly capable companion for portable projector setups.
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ZBiotics is pushing the boundaries of probiotics with a new approach to biotechnology, having brought the world's first genetically engineered probiotic to market. Its Pre-Alcohol Probiotic Drink is designed to break down acetaldehyde, an unwanted byproduct of alcohol metabolism that researchers have linked to how people feel after drinking. Developed by a team of microbiologists creating probiotics for entirely new functions, the formula offers a science-driven approach for people looking to be more intentional about responsible drinking and their social routines.
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The Force isn't strong with everyone, so the Last Jedi cast had to put in some serious work. In this behind-the-scenes look, Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, Gwendoline Christie, John Boyega, and Kelly Marie train like a Jedi to prepare for scenes in the upcoming Star Wars release. The film is set for theaters December 15, 2017.
It wasn't the first color process, and it definitely wasn't the easiest. But Technicolor not only dominated color films for almost 40 years, it also dictated how films were made. Vox looks at how Technicolor works and some common misconceptions about the process in this video.
Last year, Colin Furze blew the mind of every Star Wars fanatic when he built an almost life-size AT-AT. This year, he pledged his total allegiance to the Dark Side by constructing a full-size replica of Kylo Ren's TIE Silencer. The fighter measures in at 46 feet long, 23 feet wide, and 14 feet tall and is made completely of steel. As if that isn't enough, he enlisted James Bruton to also make a fully-functioning BB-9E.
Necessity is the mother of invention — or in the case of Tatsuo Horiuchi, being really cheap. The 77-year old retiree wanted to try his hand at painting but was too stingy to buy anything. And that's when he discovered Microsoft Excel.
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.
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Bred from Spain's legendary Black Iberian pig and raised on a diet of nuts and grains, Campo Grande's Ibérico Pork earns its title as The Wagyu of Pork. With marbling that rivals Kobe beef and an ultra-low melting point that melts on the tongue like butter, each cut delivers an umami-packed punch that's rich, savory, and almost impossible to believe is pork. With a forgiving nature, Ibérico Pork can be the centerpiece of truly incredible tasting dishes without the need to be a seasoned cook. For a limited time try a starter box of Campo Grande's best-selling cuts starting at just $149, and get an additional 3 free welcome gifts as you indulge in your journey of Campo Grande. Enjoy $70 off your order with code uncrate.
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Every film is loaded with dialogue. Although, as a whole, it does better than most mediums at capturing realistic conversations, some filmmakers do a better job at capturing it than others. Noah Baumbach is one of them. Using the director's latest film The Meyerowitz Stories — following a dysfunctional New York family — Nerdwriter examines how Baumbach has mastered recreating how families actually talk.
You can't go wrong with a steak sandwich, especially if it's constructed by Matty Matheson. The foul-mouthed chef piles grilled skirt steak on a toasted hoagie. To appeal to the health-conscience, he tops it with kale chimichurri and serves it with a seasonal tomato salad.
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