Urban Slip 'n Slide
The slip 'n slide is no longer just for kids — or backyards for that matter. Watch a San Francisco street get turned into the ultimate summer playground.
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Wild Trailer
Reese Witherspoon plays Cheryl Strayed, a woman who leaves a crumbling personal life to hike the entire Pacific Crest Trail — alone. In theaters December 5th, 2014.
Submarine Sandwich
PES, creator of Western Spaghetti and Fresh Guacamole, is kickstarting a delightful stop-motion film called Submarine Sandwich. The film will recreate a 1920s New York City deli and juxtapose old athletic equipment as deli food. Check out the Kickstarter page here.
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Nike Zoom Vomero 5
The modern sneaker rotation demands versatility. One day starts with a flight across the country, the next with a coffee stop across town. The Nike Zoom Vomero 5 thrives in both worlds, combining the technical complexity of an early-2000s running shoe with the understated versatility of an everyday staple. Layered mesh, synthetic suede, and plastic accents create a distinctive honeycomb-like look, while Zoom Air cushioning and a foam midsole provide comfort for long days on your feet. Originally built for performance, the Vomero 5 has become one of Nike's most adaptable silhouettes equally comfortable navigating airport terminals, city streets, and everything in between.
Presented by Nike.
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Thrive Market
Summer tends to compress family life into a constant rotation of drop-offs, pick-ups, road trips, and weekend tournaments, and Thrive Market positions itself as the quiet infrastructure behind it all. The members-only marketplace focuses on bulk, better-for-you essentials that make it easier to stay stocked without the last-minute scramble, from organic granola bars and nut butter pouches to clean-ingredient jerky, allergen-friendly snacks, and hydration drinks built for on-the-go days. With delivery handled ahead of the week's chaos, parents can build out camp lunch boxes, activity bags, and travel coolers that actually align with what kids will eat, while still sticking to clean-label standards and family-friendly pricing. It is less about reinventing the pantry and more about removing friction from the moments when convenience usually wins by default, especially during the busiest stretch of summer.
Presented by Thrive Market.
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100 Amazing Bass Lines
Here are 100 great bass lines, just in time for you to hone your bass chops for your next bass-off.
Dreamliner Aerobatics
This should make you feel pretty good about flying on Boeing's 787 Dreamliner. An expert flight crew puts the wide-body airliner through its paces in preparation for the Farnborough Airshow.
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Leo's Rube Goldberg Machine
This impressive Rube Goldberg contraption was made to promote Leo's Fortune, a puzzle/platform game for iOS and Android devices.
RE2PECT
This is the kind of respect that 20 seasons, 5 Gold Gloves, 5 Silver Sluggers, and 5 World Series titles will get you. Tip it to Derek Jeter.
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Rocket Money App
Most budgets fail for a simple reason: people are making decisions without a clear picture of where their money is actually going. Rocket Money aims to solve that problem by consolidating accounts, spending activity, recurring bills, and subscriptions into a single dashboard that turns financial guesswork into actionable insight. The platform automatically categorizes transactions, highlights spending trends, and helps users build realistic budgets that adapt to everyday life, whether managing a household, splitting costs with roommates, or tracking personal expenses. Its standout feature remains subscription management, surfacing forgotten recurring charges and allowing users to cancel unwanted services directly through the app. Combined with real-time alerts for unusual spending, upcoming bills, and budget progress, Rocket Money feels less like a spreadsheet replacement and more like a financial control center designed to help users spend more intentionally and keep more of what they earn.
Presented by Rocket Money.
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Nike Gato LV8
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup turns North America into the center of the football universe, Nike revisits a silhouette rooted in the culture that surrounds soccer. Originally designed for indoor play, the Gato LV8 transitions from the futsal court to everyday wear with a denim upper that brings a relaxed, lived-in character to the classic profile. A low-cut silhouette, foam midsole, and gum rubber outsole retain the comfort and traction that made the original a favorite among players, while its understated design fits naturally into modern wardrobes. Whether heading to a watch party, the stadium, or the neighborhood pub before or after the final whistle, the Gato LV8 carries the spirit of the game beyond the pitch and into life.
Presented by Nike.
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What Makes Tattoos Permanent?
Wishing you could just scrub off that dolphin yin yang tattoo you got stamped on your lower back during spring break? We're sure you're not alone. Claudia Aguirre explains why that's not an option and what makes that ink last for all of eternity.
Unbroken Trailer
The Coen Brothers and Angelina Jolie join forces to tell the life story of Olympic track star and World War II hero Louis Zamperini. In theaters December 25, 2014.
