Image via Mr. Clean Mr. Clean is finally calling it a day, and perhaps putting his feet up on a freshly polished coffee table. After 68 years as the gleaming face of household cleaning, the bald, white-shirted mascot is stepping aside, closing a chapter that began in 1958. Read full article
February 27, 2026
eBay is celebrating Pokémon’s 30th anniversary with The 30/30 Collection, a curated auction of 30 iconic collectibles launching on Pokémon Day, February 27, 2026. Hosted on eBay Live, the event features highlights like a PSA 10 Charizard card, sealed Red and Blue Game Boy versions, Rayquaza EX, a limited‑edition Blastoise Seiko watch, and the Van […]
February 27, 2026
Amazon’s latest Alexa+ update introduces three customizable AI personality styles—Brief, Chill, and Sweet—designed to make interactions feel more natural and aligned with a user’s mood. Each style is built by adjusting five conversational dimensions: expressiveness, emotional openness, formality, directness, and humor. Brief delivers concise, no‑nonsense responses, Chill offers a relaxed and calming tone, and Sweet […]
February 26, 2026
Image courtesy of Philadelphia Cream Cheese, featured with permission Philadelphia Cream Cheese is spreading the love a little thicker this year. After more than a century in refrigerators, the brand is giving itself a fresh coat of dairy polish, as well as introducing a new face to help carry the torch. Read full article
February 26, 2026
Studio Ghibli’s Kiki’s Delivery Service is returning to theaters in a landmark event: its first-ever IMAX release. Beginning March 13, 2026, audiences across the U.S. and Canada can enjoy Hayao Miyazaki’s 1989 masterpiece in a newly remastered 4K format for one week only. Distributed by GKIDS, the re-release offers both subtitled Japanese and English-dubbed versions. […]
February 26, 2026
Barcelona’s Sagrada Família has reached its full height of 172.5 metres, marking a historic milestone in the basilica’s 144‑year construction. On 20 February 2026, workers installed the final element atop the Tower of Jesus Christ, completing the exterior of Gaudí’s tallest spire. The achievement coincides with the centenary of Gaudí’s death, underscoring the enduring influence […]
February 25, 2026
The Titanium EDC Bracelet transforms everyday carry into wearable practicality by packing 24 tool functions into a sleek wrist accessory. Designed for durability and convenience, it integrates essentials like screwdrivers, wrenches, and cutting edges into a compact form that’s always within reach. Built from titanium, the bracelet balances rugged strength with lightweight comfort, making it […]
February 25, 2026
The Umbra Buddy Pinpoint Wall Hooks transform ordinary storage into playful home décor, turning functional hardware into character‑driven accents. Each hook features the brand’s signature Buddy figure in climbing poses, doubling as both storage and wall art. Designed with smooth contours and sturdy mounting hardware, the hooks hold coats, bags, towels, and accessories securely while […]
February 25, 2026
MAC Cosmetics’ long‑awaited arrival at Sephora is launching with a contrast‑driven campaign fronted by Chappell Roan, who appears in a stripped‑back, barely‑there look that departs from her usual theatrical glam. She joins Gabbriette and Quenlin Blackwell, each wearing custom lip combinations that highlight MAC’s heritage in liners and lip artistry. The campaign uses side‑by‑side visuals […]
February 25, 2026
Anthropic alleges that three Chinese AI labs—DeepSeek, Moonshot AI and MiniMax—used 24,000 fraudulent accounts and millions of queries to “replicate” Claude’s capabilities through large‑scale distillation. The company says the activity bypassed regional restrictions, violated its terms of service and targeted high‑value reasoning and coding outputs. Metadata and proxy‑network analysis were used to attribute the operation. […]
February 25, 2026
Pokémon is celebrating its 30th anniversary with an ambitious project that gives every creature in the Pokédex its own custom logo. More than 1,025 species—from the original 151 to the newest Paradox and regional forms—receive personalized designs featuring a shared theme and color‑matched styling. Fans in Japan can spot the logos on large city banners, […]
February 25, 2026
Lily Collins will portray Audrey Hepburn in a new film inspired by Sam Wasson’s Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M., which examines the making of Breakfast at Tiffany’s and its cultural impact. The project, in development for nearly a decade, highlights creative tensions such as Truman Capote’s wish for Marilyn Monroe to play Holly Golightly. Collins, long […]
February 25, 2026
TASCHEN’s Hokusai: Thirty‑Six Views of Mount Fuji revisits one of Japan’s most celebrated ukiyo‑e print series in a collector‑grade art edition. Featuring high‑quality reproductions, the book highlights Katsushika Hokusai’s iconic depictions of Mount Fuji across seasons and perspectives, including masterpieces like The Great Wave off Kanagawa and Fine Wind, Clear Morning. Produced with museum‑level attention […]
February 24, 2026
The LEGO Brick Built Fantasy Emerald City Wall Art set is designed to turn the legendary capital of Oz into a permanent fixture on your wall. This set prioritizes aesthetics and depth by using a tiered building technique to create a 3D effect that makes the towering green spires practically pop out of the frame. […]
February 24, 2026
Karl Lagerfeld’s longtime confidant Sébastien Jondeau is unveiling a deeply personal collection through Pharrell Williams’ JOOPITER auction. The sale features treasures gathered across their decades together, including gifts from Lagerfeld and items reflecting the private world behind the designer’s public persona. From rare fashion memorabilia to intimate artifacts, the auction offers collectors a glimpse into […]
February 24, 2026