FASTER THAN YOU CAN SAY 'RUBIK'S CUBE'
Holy Crap, Watch This Machine Solve A Rubik's Cube In 0.38 Seconds
You need to watch this at 0.03x speed to even get a sense of what this machine is doing.
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homer hose? dong bong???
LA's Samurai Helmet, And More Of This Week's Best Sports Moments
NICE TATS, BRO
This Dubstep 'Yakuza' Tattoo Reveal Supercut Is Absurd And Beautiful
You know things are getting serious when the back tattoos come out in the popular "Yakuza" series from Sega. Why is it set to dubstep? No idea, but we can't get enough.
'REVENGE IS BEST SERVED RAW'
Is Netflix's Dark Comedy Series 'Beef' Any Good? Here's What The Reviews Say
Steven Yeun and Ali Wong play two characters who become mortal enemies after a road rage incident.
FROM THE ARCHIVES
Fox Steals Phone While It's Recording, And The Footage Is Extremely Cute
Dixie the fox is a cinematographer first, a pilferer second. (From 2020)
PUFF, PUFF, PASS
Air Pollution Levels Around The World, Mapped
From Sydney to Miami, here's a look at how air pollution levels change around the world.
drink responsibly
The States That Sell Alcohol At Costco, Mapped
If you need beer, wine or liquor and have a Costco membership card, think twice before running out of the house. You might live in a state that has odd rules about the sale of alcohol, so use this map before driving to get some!
impressive stuff
How The 'Call Of Duty' Team Made 'Modern Warfare II' So Realistic
From photogrammetry to distressing costumes in real life, the Infinity Ward studio went above and beyond to make "Modern Warfare II" so convincing.
IS IT LEGENDARY?
Is The Real-Time Strategy Game 'Minecraft Legends' Any Good? Here's What The Reviews Say
How does one of the most influential games of all time translate to the real-time strategy genre?
THANKS MARTY
The 130 Films Martin Scorsese Calls 'Guilty Pleasures'
Dive into this essential watching list.
WHAT IS IN A NAME
What The Heck Does Nintendo Call Their Next Console?
The Switch is long in the tooth now, so what should Nintendo do about the next console name? Whatever they decide, we hope they steer clear of something like "Switch U."
PANTS ON FIRE
Lie Detectors Are Common, But They're Not Great At Detecting Lies
They should probably be called "stress detectors" instead.
TOO HOT TO HOOT
Why Not Use Excess Computer Heat To Warm Up Your Home?
Turns out, that's already being done, and it's awesome. And the EU might even mandate it going forward.
WITH JACK HENRY
This Game Site Has Every CD Key You Could Want
Gamecamp.gg is a staple to save you money while unlocking gaming.
polar opposites
How The Same Species Thrive In Both The Arctic And Antarctic
The two regions are on opposite sides of the planet — so how did some species manage to swap genes, and survive in both environments?
COMPLETE CHAOS
When A Legislature Goes To War With Its State's Richest City
Tennessee's GOP supermajority is free to settle partisan scores with its political enemies, no matter what voters think.
WHOA
Table Tennis Player Somehow Manages To Salvage A Point After A Swing And Miss
Kristian Karlsson, in a game against Lin Shidong at the WTT Champions Xinxiang 2023, thought he missed the return but his reflexes surprised everyone, including him.
$4 million vacation
'I Bought A $4 Million Cabin On A Cruise Ship To Replace My Vacations'
Myle Hammond splurges on nice vacations, but even the best hotel mattresses don't rival the comfort of his own bed. Now, his bed will travel with him.
WE WISH THESE PEOPLE WERE FAKE SOMETIMES
A Person Who *Thought* About Bringing Back Public Lynchings, And More Of This Week's Main Character
This week's characters include a person who questioned out loud if SF should publicly hang drug dealers, a man's nonsensical take about women aging gracefully, a techie who wants to robotize your family and a bigoted politician.
SUPERSIZE ME
A Side-By-Side Comparison Of Different Kongs And Kaijus
From the '30s to present day, here's a look at how the characters in different King Kong and Godzilla universes have grown and shrunk over time.
'The kids don't like you, they like the colours'
'I Could Have Made The Same Money At McDonald's': The Power Rangers On Fame, Regrets And Their Shock Reunion
"Mighty Morphin Power Rangers" was the cheesy, high-kicking, 90s phenomenon that changed kids' TV forever. Now, it's back. Its team talk death, controversy — and fighting a giant purse.
phone it in
Want To Help The FBI Find Stolen Art? There's An App For That
A new mobile app provides access to the National Stolen Art File, a database of 8,000 missing items.
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Microplastics Are Everywhere But They Shouldn't Be In Your Drinking Water
Consuming microplastics puts your health at risk. LARQ's water filtration systems can keep you safe.
typical yankee fan exceptionalism
Jomboy's Precious, Yankees Manager Aaron Boone Got Ejected After Yelling At The Umpires For Some Blown Calls
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone and Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona had two very different reactions to these umps messing up big time.
need to know
'The Pentagon Leaker Is A Public Service Hero'
The question you should want an answer to is not, "How did the suspect have access to this information?" It's, "Why the hell was it kept from the rest of us?"
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This Comfortable Chore Jacket Is Great For Spring And Fall
Stretchy, strong and cozy, this is the perfect addition for cool mornings and nights.
SO. MUCH. SPACE
Why Wyoming Is One Of America's Emptiest States And Ten-Times Less Densely Populated Than Neighbor Colorado
After Alaska, Wyoming is the least dense place in America, and is on par on emptiness with the likes of Australia and Namibia. Here's why the state, with less than 600,000 people in it, is so empty.
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Roughing It For A Long Weekend? This One T-Shirt Will Last The Entire Time
The merino wool used to make this shirt naturally fights off the funk for up to three days, and the nylon reinforcement keeps it in good condition wash after wash.
deep breath
Environmental Justice Advocates Urge California To Stop Issuing New Drilling Permits In Neighborhoods
Gov. Newsom says the state is holding "Big Oil" accountable, yet fenceline communities say he's leaving them behind.
AKA JEAN WICK
This Turkish Fashion Designer Has Turned Folding Jeans Into An Art Form
Musab KAYA is a designer who deals with all things denim, and he's also really good at folding jeans.
metro, booming
Why Chicago Became So Huge
Its position is unique in all the US, and the founders of the city knew it.
ONE-WAY TRAFFIC
Companies Are Keeping Their Prices Inflated
Prices aren't going down. "Excuseflation," explained.
YIKES
Dave Ramsey's Classic Caller, The Couple With Roughly $760K In Non-Mortgage Debt, Has Resurfaced Online
Back in 2018, a couple called Dave Ramsey with help figuring out how to navigate their $760,000 debt, and Ramsey's recent repost of the call has been viewed millions of times again.
time to talk
'My Partner Doesn't Want Me On The Mortgage — Should I Be Worried?'
"A power imbalance in your relationship could spell trouble for the future. It's time to have an honest conversation."
THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM
Ben Affleck Puts Matt Damon On Blast For Being A Terrible Roomate
Affleck and Damon were inseparable, they shared a bank account, but Ben's patience with Matt would often run out when it came to house chores.
NO GUTS, NO GLORY
This Is The Most Unpredictable NBA Playoffs In Ages
Are any of these teams actually great or what? We're about to find out.
CASHING OUT
The Sale Of The Commanders Is Good For The NFL. Unfortunately, It's Also Good For Dan Snyder
The biggest winners from the impending sale of the Commanders are Washington's fans, who will finally soon be free of the NFL's worst owner. But by selling his team before he could be voted out, Snyder will also profit — handsomely.
faking it
Why Do Some Actors Use VFX To Kiss?
It seems like it'd be easier for actors to do the on-screen smooch themselves, but there are reasons some opt for visual trickery instead.
priced out patients
The Lives At Stake In The Battle Over Ozempic
America's screwed-up healthcare system is preventing millions from receiving a new "life-saving" weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic.
'WHAT ELIMINATION OF TRANSGENDER PEOPLE LOOKS LIKE'
Gender-Affirming Care For Adults Is Now Basically Banned In Missouri
The state's Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced an emergency regulation that erects enormous barriers to care for trans people of all ages.
CYBERWAR
The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine Has Changed The Face Of Cyber Warfare
The physical conflict feeds into virtual conflict which spills out into real-world consequences. It's a mess out there.
TUNING OUT
What Are The Best Lucid Dreaming Techniques?
Lucid dreaming holds a widespread appeal, but many people simply can't do it. So what do studies show are the best techniques?
'THINGS CAN BE DONE BETTER'
He Was Shot 10 Years Ago In Pursuit Of The Boston Marathon Bombers; Now He Studies Policing
Hailed in 2013 as a police hero, Dic Donohue is now focused on the divide between America's cops and its citizens.
a national treasure
Nicolas Cage Ranks His Own Movies
Ever wondered which five Nic Cage films are Nic Cage's favorite? Wonder no more.
wfh-friendly
The Best US States For Working From Home, Mapped
From internet access to average home size, these are the states that offer the best remote working environment.
'My kids call him Uncle Woody'
Matthew McConaughey Says Woody Harrelson Could Be His Half-Brother
Actor says he and his "True Detective" co-star "did some math" after his mother revealed she knew Harrelson's father.
TICK TOCK ON THE CLOCK
The Push To Ban TikTok, Explained
The Verge dives into why the US government keeps trying to ban TikTok, and why people are so mad about it.
'IT WAS A LEAP OF FAITH'
The Long, Strange Road Trip Of Elijah Wood
The newest member of the "Yellowjackets" cast arrives at an interesting time in the show — and the series has arrived at a perfect time in the actor's career.
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Opening Jars Doesn't Have To Be Difficult
Don't bother finding someone else to help pry open a lid, just use the extra grip and leverage offered with this tool.