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## Corn Next Flavored Straws Instead of buying flavored waters in aluminum cans and plastic bottles, Corn Next makes water more sustainable (and tastier) with flavored straws in orange, blueberry, strawberry, lemon, and lime. They’re made from a 100% biodegradable corn material that achieves a negative carbon footprint, naturally decomposing in around 30 days. 50 straws per box. Check It Out » ## How a Robot Hand Works The human hand is one impressive piece of biological design, so replicating its abilities for a robot is no easy task. Boston Dynamics engineers explain how the grippers on its ATLAS robot have evolved to be able to firmly pick up and grasp objects without damage. Their current 3-finger technology combines sensors, cameras, and actuators […] Check It Out » ## GoGonova Rechargeable Work Light This portable work light is one of the most versatile we’ve seen. It has a triple-headed lighting unit with independent angle adjustments. It can be used standalone, hanging, or attached to its included aluminum tripod. It has 700-, 1200-, and 2200-lumen brightness modes in warm and cool color temps and runs for up to 17 […] Check It Out » ## VFX Artist Breaks Down Hidden Effects Industrial Light & Magic compositing supervisor Todd Vaziri sat down with Vanity Fair to uncover the hidden details tucked into visual effects. From Rogue One and Star Trek Into Darkness to Transformers, he reveals how invisible VFX can place actors into environments, fix timing and continuity issues, and alter reality in subtle ways you might […] Check It Out » ## Classic Skee-Ball No rec room or man cave is complete without arcade games, especially those that can be played with one hand while clutching a beer in the other. For us, nothing beats the original Skee-Ball, a century-old carnival and tavern game that’s now USA-made in several authentic versions for retro fun at home. Check It Out » ## Buchanan’s Green Seal Blended Scotch Whisky Inside the impressive emerald green bottle of Buchanan’s Green Seal is an exceptional-yet-accessible blended Scotch whisky. Equally perfect neat or on the rocks, Green Seal unexpectedly brings tropical and spiced flavor notes — plus pioneering aging techniques — to an exclusive single malt from Glen Elgin Distillery. Check It Out » ## The Memo (Short Film) In 2017, comedian and talk show host Steve Harvey caught heat for a harsh memo in which he told his show staff to leave him alone and not approach him without an appointment. Filmmakers Lamar + Nik imagined what might have happened backstage if and when someone violated his strict, authoritarian rules. Check It Out » ## SJH Minimalist Desk Lamp This modern lamp from SJHCreateCo adds a bright task light to your desk or workbench. Made from acrylic, metal, and felt, it features a precision-built frame, an adjustable light for focused illumination, and an integrated tray to hold pens or other small items. Each lamp is individually made using 3D printing, laser cutting, and hand-finishing […] Check It Out » ## Dollar Tree Motorboat Current Concept didn’t have the budget to buy a real boat, so he went the DIY route instead. To create his homebrew boat, he headed to the local Dollar Tree store to load up on cheap supplies. Made primarily from plastic bins, broom handles, zip ties, and foam boards, will his low-budget vessel stay afloat, […] Check It Out »
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