The newest Marvel adaptation to hit the screens later this year is Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. The action movie follows main character Shang-Chi, a skilled martial artist and assassin who is trying to create a new life in America but is sucked back into the deadly world he tried to leave behind. Similar to Black Panther, this flick is broadening the Marvel universe in both scope and representation....
In the inky void of space lives an entire species of hunters, the Yautja, better known here on earth as the Predators. These monstrous creatures have captured the imagination of human beings since the late 80’s. Their immense size and strength coupled with advanced technology and brutal, yet honorable nature, it’s not hard to see why. For sci-fi fans and children of the 80’s, few movie monsters are as complex and imaginative as the Predator....
Tattoos are practically a dime per dozen these days, but sick tattoos are an enlightened rarity. It takes something profoundly special to be elevated into this exclusive category. Body art is a fertile playground for artistic innovation, and the monumental designs keep evolving towards lavishly inspired heights. Today’s tattoos are undoubtedly sicker than they have ever been in history. This means clever optical illusions, enchantingly cerebral creations and 100% body coverage!...
Jim Beam is doing its best to attract the youth with the release of two highball cocktails in a can. The refreshing tipples, known as Highballs To-Go, are available in classic and ginger flavors. These ready-to-go cans are great for pre-drinking or for those who want something a little different while still remaining true to the Jim Beam brand. This isn’t the famous distillery’s first entry into the highball game, with Jim Beam having released a number of limited edition and special mixes over the years....
As a young boy, the Nissan 350Z was the epitome of sports cars. When it launched in 2002, winning video game street races in Need For Speed Underground 2 was as close to the real thing as I could get. Fast forward to 2020, and Nissan is still capturing the child within me thanks to the unveiling of the brand new Z Proto. Inspired by its past, the prototype for the next iteration of the Nissan Z is here, and it’s got a manual transmission....
“Lighting is the lifeblood of a design.” – Gregory Kay Lighting allows you to create a special atmosphere in your dining room. Functional task lighting is important over the table, whether it’s cast by a traditional chandelier or modern recessed lights. Ambient lighting is soft, diffuse light that fills the entire room. Accent light fixtures are meant to highlight a certain element, such as a special piece of art or furniture....
“I’d always want to decorate my bedroom. I needed visuals and to be stimulated by things. I’m still like that. It’s the way I see the world.” – Rob Zombie The modern bedroom is a place for relaxation and self-care after a long day. For some, this means reading a good book or watching TV. For others, it means spending quality time with a loved one or enjoying a much-needed nap....
The late, great Steve McQueen has been in the headlines of late. After Persol announced the re-release of the actor’s iconic 714 sunglasses, Triumph is celebrating the actor with its own limited release. The famed British manufacturer has launched the Scrambler 1200 Steve McQueen Edition. The two-wheel racer pays homage to the bike McQueen rode in the classic war flick The Great Escape. For those too young to remember, The Great Escape is based on the true story of a mass escape from a German POW camp....
With COVID-19 forcing millions of people to stay at home for months on end, it’s no real surprise many turned to video games. In fact, over half the population of America decided to pick up a controller. Nielsen company SuperData found 55% of American’s turned to gaming while in lockdown. The industry itself grew 12% to $139.9 billion in 2020 from $120.1 billion in 2019, making publishers and designers a tidy sum....
“If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.” – Marcus Tullius Cicero What does your backyard look like right now? Is it a plain slab of concrete? Or perhaps you have a wood deck? If you have an empty patio, then it’s time you do something about it. It’s fine to start with patio furniture and decor. However, you need to go one step beyond this....
There is no finer way to prepare for the New World Order than with a mysterious Illuminati tattoo. To show your cred among conspiracy theorists, this illuminating ink is the classiest way to go. In today’s culture, nothing is quite what it seems to be on the surface, but most people complacently ignore the signs. If you want to stand out from the oblivious common-folk, then you can set yourself apart with an intriguing Illuminati design....
Atom tattoos can provide any guy with the opportunity to present himself as an intellectual enigma. These scholarly insignias are bound to wow the ladies alongside the scientific community at large. An atom tattoo summons immense quantities of visual value, especially among chemistry and physics buffs. Furthermore, the recognizable circular structure is quite easy to replicate and customize. For a simplistic approach to inking, the two-dimensional diagram is a cinch; however, three-dimensional variations are dynamically eye-popping....
A pub shed truly marks a gentleman’s dream come true. With this undeniable fact established, let’s embark on a journey towards the most satisfying DIY project imaginable. By turning your backyard shed into a decked out bar, it is possible to suddenly unlock the hippest hangout in the neighborhood. This type of interior overhaul will procure massive masculine appeal in a boldly unexpected venue. First and foremost, you will want to construct an ornate case to serve as your liquor cabinet....
Going 3D is a bold choice, especially when it comes to tattoos. The look is extravagant but freakishly awesome. A tribal tattoo mixed with a little 3D artistry should give the tattoo that extra kick every man desires. Tribal tattoos are very spiritual in nature. It means that the man wearing the tattoo is in tune with nature and the natural flow of life. A man wearing this type of tattoo might be eco-friendly and more connected to the earth....
Orchid tattoos are an indomitable delight with crowds of all kinds. These luxuriously enchanting logos are lavishly innovative representations of civilized wit for guys around the planet. By flashing an orchid tattoo, you will be imparting an extremely potent statement that is laced with a lot of historical significance and symbolism. For example, orchids are proud indicators of virility within Ancient Greece, and the culture believed that their power could influence the birth of a male heir....
Lady Liberty’s torch may shine brightly over New York City, yet it still represents a symbol known across the entire world. Since 1886, this colossal neoclassic sculpture has stood tall as an iconic national monument of freedom. Not to mention, welcoming for immigrants traveling abroad to America for the first time. Yet, this gift from the people of France was no easy task to craft. Aside from an impressive high of 305 feet (22-stories), the base foundation alone weights 54 million pounds!...
Legendary rapper Nas’ debut album Illmatic has been added to the National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress. Illmatic, released in 1994, is considered one of the greatest rap albums of all time, “characterized by the masterful use of multi-syllabic and internal rhyme, surprising line breaks and rhythmic complexity, the album’s technique has been widely copied and proven broadly influential. It has been described as the sound of a kid in Queensbridge ransacking his parents’ record collection....
Red is the color of fire, unapologetic passion, and big-time sex appeal. Red is not a color for the faint of heart, and only the boldest domestic maestros know how to apply it to their personal quarters for the optimal–yet unforced–effect. Contrary to popular opinion, red can lend a warm and inviting vibe to your space, welcoming guests with a promise that while things certainly won’t be dull, they will nonetheless be a comfort and pleasure....
The BMX bike came blazing onto the scene in the 1970s, and things have never been the same since. A more accessible alternative to standard motorcross, the sport made famous by Southern Californian natives, the BMX bike could be used in urban areas as well as on dirt tracks, making it the first of its kind. BMX bikes were designed to be driven across what was formerly motocross-only territory, built to perform tricks and hold their own against their costlier counterparts....
“The living room is where we come to think, to slow down the world for a second.” – Jason Winston George You’ve got a problem, and it’s a long living room. It’s awkward. There are weird dead spaces on the ends. Perhaps something splits it in half, and both spaces feel cramped. You don’t have to live with an awkward living room space. What you need to do is find the right furniture pieces designed to work in your space....
