The sinking of the RMS Titanic remains one of the great tragedies of the 20th century. On its maiden voyage from Southampton, UK, to New York City, the Titanic sank after hitting an iceberg on April 15th, 1912. It only took several hours for the massive ship to sink below the surface. Of the estimated 2,224 passengers and crew aboard, more than 1,500 perished. It was the deadliest cruise ship catastrophe in maritime history....
Jacob and Co’s Twin Turbo Furious Watch is sure to be a hit with fans of high-performance cars. A true homage to high-performance vehicles, the Twin Turbo Furious Watch is worth Jacob and Co’s $580,000 price tag for those hoping to get their hands on a hypercar-inspired piece with two high-speed triple-axis tourbillons. In a bold blue titanium case, it packs a punch. Last week, the watch was added to the roster by the New York-based manufacturer, with a larger-than-life case of 57 mm by 52 mm made of 18-karat rose gold....
Dungeon & Dragons, otherwise known as D&D, is the world’s most popular tabletop board game. Designed by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson, the game was first published in 1974. Over the years the game has evolved and improved and is now played by more than 50 million people worldwide. While it has always been associated with nerds, D&D is more popular than ever. It helps that celebrities like Joe Manganiello, Vince Vaughn, Vin Diesel, and Deborah Ann Woll are also fans....
E-readers have revolutionized the way that we read books. They take away many of the disadvantages of reading traditional books and make reading not only easier but also more accessible. It doesn’t seem as though they’ve been around for long but the first e-reader was invented in 1997, however, the first Kindle didn’t come out until 10 years later. Fast forward to the present day and there are plenty of different brands out there....
You have a beautiful backyard, and you’d love to spend time soaking in the hot tub or relaxing with friends around your fire pit. But how can you fully enjoy your outdoor living space with your neighbors’ prying eyes constantly peering over onto your property? There’s truth in the saying; good fences make good neighbors. You could build a fence around your entire property, but that could get expensive. Instead, consider building smaller privacy screens in the areas where you need the most privacy....
Dads get a bad rap, yet we’re always stealing from them and making the supposedly uncool things they do and wear cool again – jokes, pants, bodies, and now hats. Everyone is wearing them from your actual dad to the 20-year-old Instagram influencer showing off her latest dance moves to the frat kids at the local university, and even children. Paparazzi are always catching celebrities in their dad hats, whether they’re wearing sweats or rocking a more fashion-forward look, one thing is clear: the dad hat is here to stay....
Of all the holidays, New Year’s Eve stands in a category all its own. No gaudy decorations. No unnecessary family reunions. Just a beautiful celebration with those you choose to spend it with. For some, New Year’s Eve is the perfect holiday. However, for others, it couldn’t be worse. Some see New Year’s Eve as an excuse to get drunk in a dive bar, and toast to the crappy year ahead....
Who doesn’t love animals? Whether it’s your adorable dog or your friend’s pet parrot, animals help make everything better. There’s something about these lovable creatures that warms the heart. But be warned, not every endearing animal is keen on you giving it a hug. The world is full of cute but deadly animals that you should stay away from. It turns out looks can be deceiving, especially when it comes to cute animals....
Texting when drunk is never a good idea. Even when the intentions are positive, more often than not it ends in disaster. Alcohol gives us the confidence to say things we never would never normally say. The consequences of these drunk texts are often massive and can lead to all types of drama with your partner, friends, and family. While the outcome of drunken texts can be devastating, it can also be quite funny....
Elmo is a fan favorite from the long-running children’s television show Sesame Street. The red monster is a three-and-a-half-year-old who refers to himself in the third person. Originally only meant to be a supporting character, he became a much-beloved member of the gang and quickly became a hit with viewers. His popularity has transcended the show, with Elmo popping up on talk shows, appearing on other television shows, and of course, being the star of Elmo memes....
The National Football League (NFL) is America’s most popular sporting league. A whopping 37% of the population are fans of this awesome ball sport. It also generates billions of dollars per year, making it a money making machine. Much of this money comes from sponsorship and advertising seen on television and through social media. It is here where fans have the chance to give their two cents on what is happening during the season....
Mexican spirits mezcal and tequila are cultural icons generating massive interest, investment, and increased share of the worldwide alcohol market. Much like Scotch, vodka, and gin, where the agave spirit has been crafted and how is becoming just as important to consumers as the taste and price. Casual liquor lovers and cocktail drink sippers may not know what separates mezcal and tequila. Both are distilled from cooked agave pinas, but there are different varieties of agave species, differences in taste, regulation, production, and bottling that make mezcal and tequila unique from each other....
Anyone with a love for the paranormal knows about Ghost Adventures. Based on a documentary film of the same name, this long-running series focuses on all things supernatural. The show follows ghost hunters Zak Bagans, Nick Groff, Aaron Goodwin, Billy Tolley, and Jay Wasley as they visit haunted locations across America and the world. The group investigate the history of the haunted area and interview folks who claim to have witnessed paranormal phenomena at these locations....
Regardless of what career path you have gone down, every man should have a solid pair of workboots in his closet. While there are many different options to choose from, two of the most renowned brands are definitely Thorogood and Red Wing Heritage. From the quality of the leather to the durable and long-lasting nature, these brands have managed to master the art of creating the perfect work boot. However, while both brands are top-notch, it is important to know which is best suited for you and your needs....
The blue rose is featured in a range of awesome tattoo designs that are most often used to represent fantasy, mystery, and the impossible. The mystical rose is not present in nature – like a red or yellow rose – but can be dyed blue or cultivated through a genetic modification that can be purchased from a florist or flower farm. They aren’t natural in real life but make for mesmerizing tattoo ideas....
You haven’t truly lived until you’ve owned a Kelty Eagle backpack. At 128.7 liters, this pack will take you anywhere you want to go and it will do so with more than enough room for all of your belongings. When the Kelty Eagle backpack first arrived I immediately noticed just how gigantic it was. I’ve owned my fair share of large technical packs from backpacking to hunting, tactical and beyond, but this one takes the cake....
Delivering even more horsepower than its predecessor, the brand-new Mercedes-AMG GT two-door model now reaches 60mph in only 3.7 seconds, making this the premier Gran Turismo vehicle. Complete with a “Stealth Edition” finish for when it’s time to drive under the radar, you can remain hidden as you race past in the ultimate Mercedes motorcar. Outputting a total of 523 horsepower (54 hp more than before), the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé and Roadster models send racecar energy to the road using enhanced equipment and technologies....
Knives Out was one of the surprise hits of 2019. In a year where superhero flicks and action blockbusters ruled the box office, Rian Johnson’s star-studded mystery went under the radar before word of mouth turned it into a smash hit. There really needs to be more movies like Knives Out getting cinematic releases. The film follows Detective Benoit Blanc’s (James Bond’s Daniel Craig) investigation into the death of the Thrombey patriarch, Harlan Thrombey....
Will Smith became perfect meme fodder after the 2022 Oscars. The slap heard around the world is one of the most shocking and hilarious moments in Academy Award history. For anyone living under a rock (pun intended), Will Smith took offense to a joke host and comedian Chris Rock made about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith having no hair. Instead of laughing along and ignoring the crack, Will Smith got up out of his seat, approached Chris Rock, and slapped him on live television....
Think about the way you’d go about buying a new car. You’d put some thought into it, right? Fuel efficiency, safety rating, cool factor … it doesn’t matter if you only drive around town or you’re planning your next cross-country road trip – if you’re going to use it a lot, you put a lot of thought into what makes the most sense for your specific needs. It just makes sense....
