Year In Search 2018
The year has nearly come to an end. Before you put 2018 behind you completely, take a look back at the events that shaped it through Google's most searched topics.
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Rooftop Skiing in France
Some people start their day off with a jog, others shred the rooftops of France. Richard Permin is the latter. In this sport short, the ski pro shares his morning routine gliding and flipping across the powder-coated rooftops of Avoriaz 1800.
Home Alone Games with Macaulay Culkin
Home Alone has entered the cultural lexicon as a holiday classic, but the same can't be said for the franchise of games spawned by the movie. Angry video game nerd James Rolfe already cost himself a few brain cells reviewing both of the NES games, but a chance knock on the door reveals an unexpected guest — with every Home Alone game on a variety of systems, from the Gameboy to the 2006 Europe-only Playstation 2 version.
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Kind Oasis THC Seltzer Bundle
Dive into a brand-new world of flavor and relaxation with the Kind Oasis THC Seltzer Bundle. This curated 4-pack is the perfect way to sample Kind Oasis's finest THC seltzers. Whether you're craving a crisp and refreshing sip or a bold and tangy kick, this bundle has it all. Enjoy the smooth Cranberry Old Fashioned (2.5mg) or the cool Ice Ice Berry (5mg) for a chill refreshment, while Lemon Fader (10mg) and Paradise Punch (10mg) offer a tropical and tangy escape in every sip. Crafted with fast-acting Delta 9 nano-emulsion, these seltzers take effect in just 10-15 minutes, making them the perfect companion for any occasion.
Presented by Kind Oasis.
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Nike Killshot 2 Leather Sneakers
Nike offers a fresh take on a classic tennis shoe with the Killshot 2 leather sneakers. The retro silhouette is updated with a smooth leather upper, giving the model a sleek, modern appearance that softens and gains character over time. A gum rubber sole stays true to the vintage low-cut aesthetic, while recently updated seasonal colors make it even easier to style.
Presented by Nike.
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Ready Player One VFX
Ready Player One was a box office hit in 2018, with director Steven Spielberg taking Ernest Cline's 2011 novel of future nostalgia to the big screen. The visual effects-heavy film used the latest in computer animation to completely recreate the cast as avatars in a living virtual reality world, along with futuristic cityscapes and scenes from classic movies. Industrial Light and Magic takes you behind the scenes to see how Ready Player One's digital world was created.
Every Spider-Man Explained
Spider-Man has long history on the screen. From the 1967 animated series to blockbuster big-screen films, the character has been successful on both the page and the screen. Comic superfan Kevin Smith sat down with WIRED to go over all of Spider-Man's history of appearances onscreen from the late 70s to the present.
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Ritter Wools Alpaca Rittervest
The Ritterwools Alpaca RitterVest is crafted from a luxurious blend of upcycled Alpaca fleece, Merino wool, and nylon, offering cashmere-like softness with superior durability. This vest provides exceptional moisture control, breathability, and antimicrobial properties for all-day comfort while being naturally stain, water, and wrinkle-resistant. Designed for a tailored fit, it seamlessly transitions from business casual to everyday wear while featuring discreet zippered hip pockets and additional storage for essentials. With a 65% biodegradable composition and available in eight refined colors, the Ritterwools Alpaca RitterVest is a sustainable, stylish alternative to a sport coat or suit.
Presented by Ritter Wools.
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Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard
Fans of Virgin's various travel offerings and just globetrotters, in general, will want to look at the latest Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard† offer. For a limited time, new customers applying between now and March 31st, 2025 will earn 60,000 bonus Virgin Points when they spend $3,000 in the first 90 days of opening their account*. Those points can be used towards stays at Virgin Hotels, flights on Virgin Atlantic**, Virgin Experience Gifts, and cruises on Virgin Voyages. Cardholders also earn 3 Virgin Points for every $1 spent on purchases with Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Hotels, and Virgin Voyages, 2 Virgin Points for every $1 spent on dining, grocery stores, select streaming services, and EV charging, and 1 Virgin Point for every $1 spent on anything else where Mastercard is accepted. All these benefits and more are available for a $99 annual fee.
Presented by Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard.
Terms apply.
† The Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard is only available to applicants 18 or older who have an address in the United States. This communication is exempt from the general restriction under section 21 of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA) on the communication of invitations or inducements to engage in investment activity on the grounds that it is made or directed only at persons outside the UK and within the USA.*Subject to credit approval:
• BOARDING BONUS: Offer valid from 2/17-3/31/25. Limit one offer per account holder. Eligible net
purchases (purchases minus returns and adjustments) of $3,000 or more must be made within 90
days of account opening. To receive points, your Virgin Red Rewards card must be successfully linked
to your Virgin Red account and your credit card account must be open, in good standing and not
delinquent. If earned, points will post to your Virgin Red account within 1-2 billing cycles. See Credit
Rewards Terms for details: https://apply.syf.com/cs/groups/public/documents/et_statusdoc/e074600.html.• ANNUAL FEE and NO FOREIGN TRANSACTION FEE: New Accounts as of 1/1/25: Variable Purchase
APR 20.49%, 24.49% or 28.49%. Variable Bal Trans APR 20.49%, 24.49% or 28.49% and 5% Fee ($5
min). Variable Cash APR 30.49% and 5% Fee ($10 min). Variable Penalty APR 30.49%, 34.49% or
38.49%. Min Interest Charge $2. Annual Fee $99.• PERSONAL PERKS: Additional information and restrictions are available at
https://virginredrewardscard.syf.com/benefitsdetails. See Credit
Rewards Terms for details: https://apply.syf.com/cs/groups/public/documents/et_statusdoc/e074600.html.• VIRGIN HOTELS BENEFIT: Additional information and restrictions are available at
https://virginredrewardscard.syf.com/benefitsdetails. See Credit
Rewards Terms for details: https://apply.syf.com/cs/groups/public/documents/et_statusdoc/e074600.html.Virgin Points are earned and spent via Virgin Red Limited in accordance with the Virgin Red Programme Terms and Conditions: https://www.virgin.com/virgin-red/terms-and-conditions.
**Price correct as of 1 February 2025. Example price is for a one-way Saver reward seat from London to New York in Economy Classic. Taxes, fees and carrier-imposed surcharges apply, which will vary according to choice of cabin, departure airport, destination and date(s) of travel. The price of reward seats is variable and will be displayed at the time of booking.
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Brexit
Benedict Cumberbatch transforms into Dominic Cummings for HBO's retelling of Brexit. Based on the actual events, the film follows the leader of the Vote Leave campaign and the efforts used to push the United Kingdom to withdraw from the European Union. It premieres January 19, 2019.
DIY SpaceX Rockets
No longer the sole province of huge government organizations or private defense companies, getting into space is being revolutionized by private companies. SpaceX is leading the charge with their reusable rockets, but in a sign of how far technology can filter down, Joe Barnard is building his own — albeit on a smaller scale. While Joe hasn't successfully landed a rocket yet, he's getting closer every day, along with learning a lot in the process.
