Why Jackson Pollock Matters
Anyone could dip a paintbrush and start flinging it at a canvas. Couldn't they? Looking at the work of Jackson Pollock, it can be hard not to be incredulous. But there was a method to the madness that made it great.
Anyone could dip a paintbrush and start flinging it at a canvas. Couldn't they? Looking at the work of Jackson Pollock, it can be hard not to be incredulous. But there was a method to the madness that made it great.
If two things were meant to go together, it's Home Alone-style traps and wrestling. Not only are they finally together, but it's Macaulay Culkin himself interfering in a match with a bucket of rolly balls. Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals.
The Star Wars universe wasn't always a universe. In 1978, it was a really popular movie — and George Lucas wanted to keep it that way. That was the rationale behind handing CBS the rights to make a Star Wars Holiday Special, which quickly became one of the worst TV airings of all time. This is how the Holiday Special happened, a long time ago, in a universe far, far away.
Put your vinyls down and command your soundtrack with Apple Music. Discover the new releases, explore updated charts, and dive into curated playlists. This summer, we've been enjoying the Appalachian folk of Tyler Childers' Snipe Hunter, Deftones' gritty Private Music, Turnstile's high-octane Never Enough, and Tyler, the Creator's dancefloor-ready Don't Tap the Glass. The interface is built to keep you flowing across your devices, so you're always ready to listen, no matter if you're on a plane, train, or just melting into a recliner at home.
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Cord-free clean, no compromises. The Dyson V11 Plus packs 185 AW of suction, smart root-cyclone tech, full-machine HEPA filtration, and a bright LCD that counts down runtime and alerts you to maintenance needs. It adapts on the fly with three power modes and an anti-tangle Motorbar head that eats hair and pet fur. Flip it into handheld mode in a second to reach tight spots — and enjoy up to 60 minutes of battery life at your command. Save $180 now during Best Buy's Labor Day sale.
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The 2000s was the death knell of the supercar. Once upon a time, supercars were cramped, uncomfortable, impossible to see out of, and temperamental. Then came the 00s, and suddenly, you could drive a 600+ hp car in the city like it was a Honda Accord. Before the outrageous hypercars of the 2010s, here were the best supercars of the 00s.
The Slow Mo Guys know the way to our hearts — through slow-motion destruction. It never seems to get old. So in their latest satisfying video, the guys head to a junkyard to send a four-ton wrecking ball through a few cars, filming the whole thing at just 1,000 frames per second.
Born in 1977 during Nike's formative years, the LD-1000 was pioneered with long-distance runners in mind—offering stability through every stride with its unique flared heel . As one of Nike's earliest forays into performance footwear, it helped cement the brand's innovative spirit at a time when its catalog was still lean and its reputation just taking form. Today, the LD-1000 returns with its original DNA intact, combining leather and textile uppers with a durable waffle outsole, bringing retro running heritage into a street-ready revival that honors the past while stepping into the present.
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Built for laid-back days and easy transitions, the Nike Calm Men's Mules deliver off-duty comfort in a sleek, water-friendly design. Molded from a single piece of contoured foam, they offer a seamless fit with subtle grip, airy cutouts, and a removable heel strap for a custom feel. Made with sustainable materials and finished in neutral tones or RealTree camo, they're the effortless slip-ons for wherever life takes you.
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Brandan "Bmike" Odums got his intro to street art in an abandoned housing project in New Orleans. He started there and kept returning there, amassing a collection of graffiti paintings on the walls. When the building was torn down, they cut out Brandan's work where it is now on display.
From afar, some might think skateboards have carried the same shape for decades but any good skater would strongly disagree. Starting in the 60s, Joe Pease takes you on a colorful — and at times bizarre — ride through the evolution of skateboard design. Part one covers everything from banana boards to the double-tail, while the follow-up brings you up to date with the modern deck.