Images via The New York Times The New York Times Games team has just rolled out something that’s part trivia, part self-discovery, and entirely entertaining: The Puzzle Personality Quiz. It’s its latest brainchild aimed at connecting puzzle enthusiasts with a unique archetype that mirrors their approach to games and puzzles. In crafting this quiz, the […]
February 23, 2024
Image: Hansmeyer/Dillenburger, via ETH Zurich and featured with permission Nestled in the scenic Julier mountain pass of Mulegns, Switzerland, stands Tor Alva, also affectionately known as the “Weisser Turm” or White Tower. It’s set to be the world’s tallest 3D-printed building at a staggering 98 feet, shooting above Dar Al Arkan’s 32-foot structure. Read full article
February 23, 2024
Images via McDonald’s / PR Newswire There’s always something so alluring about anime food—and thankfully, it’s forbidden no more. McDonald’s is taking a playful leap into the wondrous world of Japanese animation by bringing ‘WcDonald’s’, a staple across films and comics, to life in over 30 global markets. Starting February 26, this once-fictional mainstay will […]
February 23, 2024
Image via Target Target is practically performing cartwheels for budget-conscious shoppers with the launch of dealworthy, its latest house brand promising to deliver big value on nearly 400 everyday items. Filled with “everyday no-frills basics,” the selection’s prices kick off at under US$1. Read full article
February 23, 2024
Images via Trump Sneakers and 84990718 © Joe Sohm | Dreamstime.com Is Donald Trump toeing the line on trademark infringement? The 45th US President has entered the fashion arena with the launch of his Never Surrender High Tops, but it’s the shoes’ red soles that are walking him straight into a potential legal skirmish. To […]
February 23, 2024
Image via Google Google has just unveiled Gemma, a fresh, streamlined lineup of artificial intelligence language models that promise to bring the power of advanced text generation and language processing to a wider audience. Unlike its more complex cousin Gemini, Gemma models—including the Gemma 2B and Gemma 7B—are designed to be more user-friendly, capable of […]
February 23, 2024
Images via Lyle’s Golden Syrup Lyle’s Golden Syrup, a staple in the sweet world for over a century, is stirring the treacle pot with its first major logo redesign in 140 years. The brand, synonymous with its iconic tin featuring a dead lion and bees, has opted for a fresher look on its squeezy bottle […]
February 22, 2024
Images via NOOE The Bento Jot is serving up a fresh take on stationery that’s as appetizing for the eyes as it is for your productivity. Cooked up by design brand NOOE, it overcomes the all-too-common problem of bland, cheap-feeling, and easily misplaced stationery by plating a solution that’s big on organization and style. Read […]
February 21, 2024
Image via Nimona / IMDb Netflix is laser-focused on driving hype for its Academy Award-nominated gem, Nimona, ahead of the film’s big night at the Oscars, where it’s been nominated for Best Animated Feature. Voiced by Chloë Grace Moretz, Nimona is a shapeshifter who joins forces with a knight, voiced by Riz Ahmed, to clear […]
February 21, 2024