Walking Bicycle
As the legendary communication theorist Marshall McLuhan once said, "What is the wheel but the foot in rotation?" Taking that insight to its logical extreme, The Q designed a rear bicycle mechanism that walks — and does it very well.
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1917
Sam Mendes has captured 007 in Skyfall and Spectre. Now, the director is following up his James Bond efforts with a World War I epic. The film will follow two soldiers as they cross enemy territory on what looks like a suicide mission to save their fellow troops. Starring George MacKay and Game of Thrones alum Dean-Charles Chapman, along with Richard Madden, Colin Firth, and Benedict Cumberbatch, 1917 will go to theaters December 25, 2019.
Onward
Tom Holland and Chris Pratt are elf brothers in the latest film from Pixar. The pair are growing up in a suburban mystical land where mermaids have iPhones and mangy unicorns run rampant. With the magic all but gone, Ian and Barley Lightfoot set out on a really fast and strange errand. Onward will go to theaters on March 6, 2020.
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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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RiseGuide
RiseGuide is bringing AI coaching to one of the most anxiety-inducing modern skills: public speaking. The platform's new Speech Analyzer listens to up to 60 seconds of recorded speech, then evaluates pacing, confidence, pauses, filler words, and structure before delivering a score alongside targeted feedback for improvement. Built into RiseGuide's Charisma Mastery program, the feature feels less like another passive self-help tool and more like a speaking coach that fits in your pocket, helping users sharpen clarity, cadence, and presence through real-time analysis and repetition.
Presented by RiseGuide.
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Scratch-Made Chili Dogs From The Irishman
Martin Scorsese knows you can't have a mob flick without food. At some point, there has to be a big meal, either being eaten or being prepared while the movie continues on around it, while the real star of the scene is what's on the plate. Sharp-eyed as ever, Babish picked chili dogs from The Irishman and made them completely from scratch — from the hotdogs to the buns.
Every Starfighter In Star Wars
A-wings, B-wings, Y-wings, X-wings, TIE fighters, TIE bombers, TIE interceptors — the Star Wars universe has a universe-sized amount of star-hopping spacecraft. In order to get through them all, you'd need an hours-long video, so Lucasfilms' Doug Chiang and Amy Beth Christenson give a rundown of nearly every starfighter in the galaxy.
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Star Wars Battlefront 2: The Rise of Skywalker
For those who can't get enough Star Wars, EA has just dropped the first look at Star Wars Battlefront 2: The Rise of Skywalker. The update brings the saga's final film to your console to celebrate the galaxy's heroes and villains during a war between the Resistance and First Order. While the character update begins tomorrow, a new jungle planet will be available on December 20, 2019.
Porsche x Star Wars S-91X Pegasus Starfighter
Cars aren't the only thing Porsche lends its design expertise to. From sunglasses to cellphones to hard drives, Porsche Design has worked on applying Prof. Ferdinand Alexander Porsche's design philosphy to a variety of products. Now, Porsche Design and Lucasfilm have teamed up for Porsche's highest-performance vehicle yet — a new starfighter for the Star Wars universe.
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Augustinus Bader Retinol Serum
Augustinus Bader's The Retinol Serum rethinks traditional retinol treatments with a formula designed to deliver visible skin renewal without the irritation that often comes with high-performance vitamin A products. Powered by the brand's proprietary TFC8 technology alongside pure retinol, the lightweight serum targets fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, blemishes, and hyperpigmentation while supporting hydration and overall skin balance. The result is a more refined approach to retinol, one engineered to improve clarity, firmness, and smoothness without compromising the skin barrier in the process.
Presented by Augustinus Bader.
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T-Mobile Postpaid
Switching wireless carriers has traditionally involved enough friction to keep most people exactly where they are, but T-Mobile is trying to remove that excuse with a streamlined digital process designed to get customers through checkout in 15 minutes or less per line. The experience focuses on speed and simplicity, allowing users to switch online or through the T-Life app while keeping the device they already own. To further lower the barrier, T-Mobile's Keep & Switch program offers up to $800 via virtual prepaid card to help pay off eligible phones when customers make the move, creating a proposition that is equal parts convenience and cost savings.
Presented by T-Mobile.
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Every Stormtrooper Design In Star Wars
Just like humans, stormtroopers come in all shapes and sizes and can do almost any job — as long as that job involves not being able to hit anything smaller than the side of a barn with a laser rifle. Abysmal aim aside, the design of Star Wars' infantry fodder is one of the most iconic enemies in history. WIRED sat down with Doug Chiang and Madlyn Burkert to go over every stormtrooper design in Lucasfilm's archive.
Avenue 5
Take Veep, plenty of f-bombs, and set it in space — that's the premise for Armando Iannucci's latest show. Starring Hugh Laurie, Suzy Nakamura and Josh Gad, Avenue 5 picks up as a luxury space cruise ship suffers a catastrophic failure, and the guests are starting to get nervous. The series premieres January 2020 on HBO.
