We all knew Kobe Bryant was going to make it into the Hall — but we never expected it to be such a bittersweet experience. Kobe was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame on May 15, 2021, with his wife Vanessa Bryant giving a moving speech, flanked by Kobe's hero Michael Jordan onstage. Fellow 2020 inductees Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan also mentioned Kobe in their speeches, and the reveal of Kobe's Hall of Fame exhibit was designed by Vanessa herself.
Dubbed "Mad Max meets Bambi", Jeff Lemire's DC Comic series is a post-apocalyptic fairytale where part human, part animal hybrids live alongside the rest of humanity. Naturally, humans fear and hunt the hybrid leaving some, like a deer-boy named Gus, searching for answers. Executive produced by Susan Downey and Robert Downey Jr., the series will star Christian Convery, Nonso Anozie, and Will Forte, along with narration by James Brolin. Sweet Tooth will be available for streaming on Netflix on June 4, 2021.
The most influential band you've never heard of — with 25 albums and over 50 years together, Sparks may have laid the groundwork for pop music as we know it. Directed by Edgar Wright, The Sparks Brothers enlists artists from Beck to Neil Gaiman to attempt to describe how a group so criminally underrated could be so massively influential. The documentary hits theaters June 18.
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.
Summer driving season is here, bringing everything from mountain switchbacks and canyon roads to long stretches of coastal highway. While many enthusiasts chase performance through major upgrades, some of the most noticeable improvements come from the engine's ability to breathe more efficiently. FLASHARK's Cold Air Intake is designed to deliver cooler, smoother airflow than restrictive stock systems, helping improve throttle response, efficiency, and overall performance when temperatures begin to climb. Available for some of America's most popular trucks, muscle cars, and daily drivers, the bolt-on upgrade offers an accessible way to unlock additional potential without extensive modifications. Whether carving through North Carolina's Tail of the Dragon or cruising California's Pacific Coast Highway, it's a simple upgrade built to make every mile more engaging. Save an extra 20% off with code: FLS20.
Two words: Zombie Elvis. If that doesn't make you want to watch Army of the Dead, then there really is no help for you. Directed by Zach Snyder, Army of the Dead finds a zombie outbreak hitting Sin City and follows a group of mercenaries as they navigate the aftermath. The full movie is streaming now on Netflix.
Even with the most outlandish sci-fi tech, there's a hard limit to what humans can reach. The Local Group, made up of the Andromeda Galaxy and the Milky Way, is 10 million light-years across and makes up our boundary in the expanding universe. Kurzgesagt explains how the Local Group makes up humanity's fishbowl.
From its origins in the 1920's as a stop-smoking aid to collector cons and an iconic dispenser, Pez has had quite the ride. Learn the history of the candy straight from Pez itself, and take a look at how they're made in this video.
Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L. Jackson are reunited for the sequel to 2017's The Hitman's Bodyguard. Taking place four years after the original film, the follow-up catches back up with a retired Michael Bryce, who gets pulled away from his vacation to protect assassin Darius Kincaid's con artist wife Sonia, played by Salma Hayek. Also starring Antonio Banderas and Morgan Freeman, The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard is slated for release on June 16, 2021.
As spring gives way to summer and calendars begin filling with weddings, graduations, vacations, and Father's Day gatherings, Men's Wearhouse is expanding beyond tailored clothing with a gift collection built around everyday upgrades and seasonal essentials. The assortment spans accessories, grooming staples, and versatile wardrobe additions designed to fit seamlessly into both special occasions and daily life, offering thoughtful options for dads and style-conscious men alike.
Built for long days that start in the surf and end somewhere near the bar, Brixton's latest trunk lineup balances heritage styling with modern performance without leaning too hard into either. The Blitz Boardshort is the more aggressive option, a lightweight stretch trunk cut from quick-dry polyester and spandex with a water-repellent finish, invisible zip pocket, drainage eyelet, and bold graphic treatments that push beyond the standard washed-out beach palette. Available in both 19-inch and 21-inch outseams, it is engineered to move cleanly from paddle-outs to pool decks with minimal fuss. Countering it is the Classic Trunk 17", a stripped-back staple with clean lines, minimal branding, and an easy shorter cut that feels rooted in vintage surf culture while still delivering dependable quick-dry performance. Together, the collection hits the sweet spot between technical utility and everyday wearability, exactly where Brixton tends to do its best work.
The Purge is coming to its logical end — by never ending. The Blumhouse franchise's latest entry is The Forever Purge, which finds Adela and her husband Juan working on a ranch owned by the wealthy Tucker family in Texas. On the morning after The Purge, a group of masked raiders attacks the ranch, forcing the two families to join forces and fight their way to Mexico. The Forever Purge hits theaters July 2.
Moony rescued Anna as a child and raised her the only way he knew how — as an elite contract killer. When Anna finds Moony dead, she sets out for revenge, no matter how far she has to go. Starring Maggie Q, Samuel L. Jackson, and Michael Keaton, The Protege hits theaters August 20.
