The vertical jump is one of the most prized measurements in athletics. While the NBA is the literal poster sport for jumping, it's NFL players that have best hops. Evan Ungar holds the world record for a standing jump, leaping 63.5 inches, and has a vertical of nearly three feet. But jumping higher than 50 inches is nearly impossible to do — and WIRED takes a deep dive into sports science to find out why.
Christian Bale is completely unrecognizable as he transforms into the 46th Vice President of the United States. He plays alongside Sam Rockwell's George W. Bush to retell Dick Cheney's political rise. Written and directed by The Big Short's Adam McKay, the loaded cast also includes Amy Adams, Steve Carrell, and Jesse Plemons and is slated for release December 25, 2018.
The supercomputer in your pocket is a miracle of human progress in science and technology — and a representative of the environmental impact of our modern society. From rare earth minerals to heavy metals like lead, a smartphone requires a lot of resources, and those resources mostly come from small countries with cheap labor. TED looks at what you need to make a smartphone and how that affects people and environments across the globe.
Air travel is enough of a hassle without dealing with sub-par luggage. Informed by the founders' experience, gained at renowned brands like Louis Vuitton and Tumi, Arlo Skye makes luggage with thoughtful features like the hard-side exterior pocket of this carry-on. The aforementioned pocket is large enough to hold a 16" laptop, pullover, and other essentials, while a TSA-compliant, removable PD charger with USB-C and A ports can juice up a phone to 50% in just 30 minutes. Free-Flex zipper technology stretches up to half an inch for over-packers (or unexpected trip purchases), antimicrobial interior lining keeps contents smelling fresh, the durable, lightweight impact-resistant polycarbonate exterior keeps things protected, and virtually silent spinner wheels glide smoothly through the terminal.
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Crafted in Treviso, Northern Italy, this luxurious suit embodies Luca Faloni's Italian heritage. Each suit is handmade with the finest materials, ensuring the highest quality. Using pure virgin wool, Luca Faloni draws on a long tradition of expertise to create sustainable fabrics, producing suits that stand the test of time. Available in classic charcoal grey and midnight blue, this suit is ideal for business attire and elegant evening soirées. These Italian designs promise timeless style, securing a permanent place in your wardrobe.
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After watching the trailers for the upcoming biopic Bohemian Rhapsody, you see Rami Malek transform into Freddie Mercury. But becoming the Queen frontman is more than just some fancy costumes and wigs. In this featurette, the film's star, director, and members of the cast reveal what all went into turning an actor from California into one of the most electrifying singers to ever take the stage.
Oasis is releasing a new video for "She's Electric" from their blockbuster 1995 album (What's the Story) Morning Glory? Released 23 years ago on October 2, the new video for the fan-favorite song has a classic British vibe, using the animated collage technique popularized by acts like comedic troupe Monty Python and the Beatles. But don't get too excited — the Gallagher brothers aren't any closer to making nice for a reunion tour.
Built to withstand whatever nature throws its way, Duer's Live Free Adventure pant is made for the outdoors and looks natural in this Loden Green colorway. Crafted from a hybrid twill fabric, they're stretchy, antibacterial, moisture-wicking, and given a DWR treatment for water-repellency. The jogger-like fit is relaxed through the thigh but tapered from the knee down, with gusseted upper inner thighs, triple-stitched seams, and a reinforced seat. The hems are adjustable for versatility and have both a key ring and zippered cargo pockets for safe storage of essentials. Enjoy 50% starting November 22nd.
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Make hitting fitness goals and living a healthier lifestyle simple — with the Simple app. Simple isn't a restrictive list of do's and don'ts. Using AI and a team of nutritional, behavioral, and medical experts, Simple gives users an incremental approach to help form healthy habits that last without give-up and quit burnout. After filling out a detailed survey, users with have access to the NutriScanner, an easy-to-use food logger, daily workout plans with everything from strength training to yoga, and Avo, an AI-powered in-app coach to answer questions and offer real-world applicable suggestions. With Simple, you can live healthier without feeling like going to boot camp.
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Born in the small village of Thame, Nepal, Apa Sherpa has lived in the shadows of Mount Everest his whole life. He began working as a porter for mountaineering groups at 12 and until May 2018, he held the record for the most ascents of the iconic mountain, reaching its summit 21 times. After retiring from Everest, the mountaineer and his family moved to Utah but he hasn't forgotten about the people he left behind. Through the Apa Sherpa Foundation, he continues to work to help improve the education and futures of the children of Nepal.
The Spider-Verse is growing. There are two new superheroes on the block when Brooklyn teen Miles Morales and Spider-Gwen join the team. The screenplay is head by filmmaker duo Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (The Lego Movie and 21 Jump Street) while Shameik Moore, Liev Schreiber, Mahershala Ali, Hailee Steinfeld, and Jake Johnson lend their voices. The film is scheduled for release December 14, 2018.
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