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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E-file.com
Tax season rarely inspires enthusiasm, but E-file.com makes the process considerably less painful. The online platform replaces paper forms with guided software designed to file faster, more accurately, and at a fraction of the usual cost. It delivers robust features and access to trained tax specialists for support when it matters most. Qualified filers can even submit their federal return for free, making it a smarter, simpler way to close the books on another year.
Presented by E-file.com.
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Onnit Grass Fed Whey Isolate Protein
Protein powders are everywhere, but few treat sourcing and refinement as seriously as Onnit Grass Fed Whey Isolate Protein. Built around non-GMO whey isolate sourced from grass-fed Irish dairy cows, each serving delivers 20 grams of complete protein with most fats and carbs filtered out, resulting in a cleaner formula designed to support muscle recovery and lean performance. The isolate format preserves the full amino acid profile while improving purity and mixability, making it equally suited for post-workout recovery or daily nutritional support. With its smooth vanilla profile and minimalist approach, it reflects Onnit's broader philosophy that performance starts with better inputs and fewer compromises.
Presented by ONNIT.
Consult a physician before consuming any new supplement or medication. Any health claims made are solely those of the brand and not those of Uncrate.
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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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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.
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London Sock Co. Simply Trainer Socks
London Sock Company's Classic Trainer socks are lightweight, breathable Scottish Lisle cotton essentials built for comfort and style. This 12-pair set offers versatile colors with subtle ribbing and logo detail, perfect for slipping into trainers while keeping a polished, understated look.
Presented by London Sock Co.
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GroupTogether Group Gift Cards
Gift cards are easy. Making them feel personal isn't. GroupTogether bridges that gap with its AnyCard, a multi-brand digital gift that lets recipients choose exactly what they want from more than 150 retailers, from airlines to apparel. Send one or one thousand in minutes, customize it with messages, logos, and card designs, and the recipient gets a polished digital unwrapping experience that feels closer to opening a real gift than clicking a link. There are no platform fees and no minimums, just a streamlined way to deliver a thoughtful, flexible gift without the guesswork.
Presented by GroupTogether.
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The Art Deco Treasures of Shanghai
Shanghai is known for is modern towers but if you look below its skyline, there's a wealth of Art Deco treasures. Defined by its geometric forms and gold accents, the architectural style rose to fame in the 1930s and was the epitome of glamor and luxury. Take a tour of two of the city's most notorious Art Deco buildings, the Grand Theatre and the Paramount.
Beer Taste Test
Although we all might think we're beer experts, Garrett Oliver actually is. While sampling a variety of pilsners, IPAs, and dark Lagers, the Brooklyn brewmaster uses his particular set of skills the decipher between cheap brews and the expensive stuff.
