Where Space Begins
It's a long way up to leave the Earth's atmosphere behind reach true space. But just how far away is it? The Royal Greenwich Observatory has an answer — and it's both farther away and closer than you might think.
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All About the Toyota Land Cruiser
It came from Japan to conquer the world — and no, we're not talking about Godzilla. This is the Toyota Land Cruiser, a 4x4 that's been everywhere you can go with four wheels, and even a few places you can't. Donut gives you the scoop on everything you need to know about Toyota's famous offroader if you plan on putting one in your garage.
Meat Expert Reviews Deli Meats
To say Elias Cairo of Olympia Provisions is a meat expert is an understatement. From mold blooms to marbling, this man knows his cold cuts. Starting with visual analysis, smell, and finally the taste test, Cairo breaks down salami, ham, bologna, mortadella, hot dogs, sausages, and prosciutto to separate the cheap versions from the expensive cuts.
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Camp Snap Screen-Free Camera
Back before screen-sporting digital cameras existed, you had to wait to see the photos you'd taken. The Camp Snap Camera aims to return to this simpler time with a vintage-style, screen-free build. It has only a shutter button and flash selector switch for controls and uses an 8-megapixel sensor and LED flash to capture film-like photos. The rechargeable battery can take 500 photos per charge and the camera can hold 2,000 photos at a time; they can be offloaded via USB-C or SD card. Thanks to its sturdy build and simple design, the camera is extremely rugged, and offers no distractions, leaving you free to enjoy the moment.
Presented by Camp Snap.
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Rorra Countertop System
Tap water contamination is one of the biggest issues facing Americans today due to deteriorating infrastructure and inadequate regulation. Over 95% of tap water tested in the US was contaminated with carcinogens and is getting worse, enter Rorra. Their new 2.5 Gallon Countertop System is built using medical-grade stainless steel and features a proprietary Enfinity™ Filter (Electrokinetic Nanofiber Filtration) to target and reduce a wide spectrum of harmful contaminants such as PFAS, Lead, Microplastics and many others. Their filters are engineered and made in the USA and last for 200 gallons per filter (or 90 days of normal use). The system features a convenient indicator system to let you know when the filter needs to be changed or when you need to add more water. Designed to last for decades and is ready to use out of the box — no installation, electricity, plumbing, or handyman needed. Tap into clean water with Rorra today.
Presented by Rorra.
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Being Selfish Makes the World Better
The better off everyone is, the better off we all are. It sounds simple on its face, but isn't quite as easy in practice. Kurzgesagt looks at the incentives for innovation and how, in a global economy, getting everyone a good standard of living helps us all.
Isle of Dogs Featurette
In a series of featurettes, Wes Anderson is taking you behind the scenes of his latest film. Isle of Dogs will be his second stop-motion feature and like most of his projects includes a list of A-list voices. The first clip dives into the meticulous animation process that went into turning hundreds of inanimate objects into living, breathing characters, while another introduces the cast which features Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Jeff Goldblum, and Bob Balaban. The film comes to theaters March 23, 2018.
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Sockwell Socks
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.
Presented by Sockwell.
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Trashie
Trashie's Take Back Bag is the easiest way to get rid of clothing and other textiles you do not need anymore. Simply buy a bag (or a bundle of them) fill it up, mail it back, and Trashie will ensure those items never make it to landfills, rerouting them to third-party retailers Trashie individually vets for compatibility. That means your old T-shirt, depending on its condition, could end up going to someone in need or being broken down to create carpet padding or pet bed filling, among other things. You earn exactly $30 in TrashieCash for each bag you send back, which you can redeem for deals — direct cash equivalent or a certain percentage off — to buy yourself new things from your favorite brands.
Presented by Trashie.
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Basketball Robot
Dubbed Cue, Toyota has finally created an athlete that will never let you down. Although it's a robot, it can shoot free throws with 100 percent accuracy. Even when pitted up against players from Japan's Alvark Tokyo it just can't miss. NBA players don't need to worry just yet. With only a perfect shot from the stripe in its repertoire, Cue won't be getting drafted anytime soon.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Hungry yet? You're about to be. The Royal Ocean Society's latest supercut is all about food — the animated kind. From the three daily meals to dessert and maybe even a glass of wine, all the food groups are represented.
