View in gallery Is there a bigger name in fashion photography today? 2009 was truly the year of photographer Terry Richardson , but he’s starting off 2010 strong with his sexy, not-safe-for-your-office 2010 Pirelli Calendar . But how did Terry get here? Our friends over at TouchPuppet have an ongoing series called Early Terry Richardson, a look back at the early work of this fashion photographer rock star. The man has a style all his own, a quick-and-dirty perspective on life and beauty that has taken the fashion world by storm....

View in gallery For many months, a new NASA and NOAA satellite has been gathering images of Earth in crisp, high resolution. This week, NASA revealed a series of composite images of what the planet would look like on a cloudless night from many miles above. NASA’s “Black Marble” composites are a collection of many images merged into one that shows the natural and artificial lights of humanity and nature when the sun has set....

As a result of all the war the region’s seen in the past century or so, Europe and the United Kingdom have their fair share of old bomb shelters. The structures which once saw so much use now sit abandoned, just begging to be converted into a data center, a mad scientists’ lair, a high-security storage room, or…a farm, apparently. I’m not kidding. Deep below the streets of London, near the Capham North Underground Station, an old bomb shelter which once held up to 8,000 civilians during the London Blitz has found renewed purpose an environmentally-friendly and sustainable farm, thanks to the efforts of a new startup which goes by the name of Zero Carbon Farms ....

These days, finding a good game is as simple as firing up Steam, snagging whatever demo is hot, or doing nothing more than downloading an emulator – rather than pay the extortion costs Nintendo and the scalpers want for their NES and SNES Classic editions – and getting some ROMs. This endless supply of tasty gaming goodness is nice, but it comes at the cost of years of toil, innovation, creativity, and sleepless, sexless nights....

The people at Hard Graft could do just about anything with premium leather and fine Italian wool and we’d write about it. Their latest is the Hard Graft Snap Wallet , a simple snap-and-fold for your important bits. The exterior is natural in color, featuring vegetable-tanned leather that is finely stitched to its soft wool felt interior. It features eight slots for cards and an interior fold for bills, snapping together safely for extra protection....

Gaming Gadgets 2014 – If you want to feel the pulse of technology’s evolution, just pick up a video game controller. Video game technologies and design principles are making their way beyond gaming and into our day-to-day lives, while the hardware we use to run our games has become almost jaw-droppingly powerful. On top of that, virtual reality’s finally starting to come into its own, as projects like Sony’s Morpheus and the Oculus Rift have gained an ever-increasing degree of traction with both consumers and investors....

Love growing succulents but can’t get the hang of taking care of them? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Today’s guide covers the topic of how often to water succulents so that you don’t kill them , along with a few seasonal tips to turn your black thumb green. View in gallery Even though succulent plants have a reputation for being tough plants, keeping succulents alive can be tricky. But, before you give up your gardening dreams , we’re here to help you with advice on how often to water succulents....

Things way up there have always fascinated us even from the time of our ancestors. But nowadays all thanks to science, we have a much deeper knowledge about the universe. And as technology advances, we will find more things out there to make us realize how small our planet is and how minute we are. After 26 years of its launch, the Hubble space telescope is still creating all kinds of emotions in us with its images....

View in gallery The world’s fastest sailboat is about to set sail on a voyage to claim the transpacific speed record for a wind-powered vessel. The Hydroptere sailboat is a marvel of engineering and materials technology, using a carbon composite and titanium frame design that floats up to 15 feet above the water. To reduce water drag and improve its aerodynamic shape, Hydroptere features a primary central foil and a pair of wings on either side that raise the ship above the surface at cruising speed....

View in gallery The crew at MB&F have released a limited edition take on their stunning horological machine number four, the MB&F HM4 Razzle Dazzle Watch . The MB&F Thunderbolt watch has been given a limited styling in two options, named Razzle Dazzle and Double Trouble. The HM4 watch was originally inspired by the aviation technology of the mid 20th century, and these limited edition versions continue that theme. The Razzle Dazzle, shown above, has been given a riveted texture and a “nose art” stencil on the body, much like the paintings that appeared on the flying fortresses of World War II....

View in gallery So what made the fixed gear bike the tool of the trade of the urban traveler? You won’t really know until you ride one, but we can say it as simple as this– in just a few turns of the crank, you’re at top speed, carving up the city streets at a stunning pace. The Momentum Ringleader No.1 Fixed Gear Bicycle brings a fresh, colorful design aesthetic to the art of fixed gear bikes, while maintaining the simplified approach to street cycling....

Unless you have proper water proof protection for your equipment, you go out with a camera into heavy rain during the monsoon season and you are going to give it a free water wash. You will have to dry your camera and clean it afterwards. But there’s also going to be the problem of fungus growing on it. It can be a mess. Sometimes, after a season of shooting in the rain, you might have to buy new equipment....

Dogs are for life, after all, not just for Christmas. We’re not even talking about the 10 to 15 years of expensive food, vet bills, and essential pup accessories. Running into the thousands, the most expensive dog might take your breath away. View in gallery But, which dog breeds are the world’s most expensive? And what on earth makes some of them cost more than a car? Well, it’s hard to narrow down all of the most expensive dogs in the world, as the American Kennel Club recognizes 190 breeds alone....

Not all NATO watch straps are created equal. Though they bear certain similarities, such as the sturdy, breathable design and thin, blocked-off rings for holding all the ends in place, there’s certainly such a thing as a good vs. a bad NATO band for your watch. Though they all might bear the same look, build, and even coloration, knowing what to look for when you snag a strap to keep your Rolex on your wrist can save you, quite literally, thousands of dollars....

View in gallery Beauty is more than skin deep in the new Orient House IV by Ryall Porter Sheridan . It may be one of the most energy efficient homes on Long Island, thanks to an architectural focus on Passive House design disciplines. Heating and cooling require little energy in the Orient House IV, providing eco-friendly harmony with the natural scenery that encircles it. The visual design of Orient House IV eschews flair and flamoyance, allowing the shape and materials to define its visual identity....

Every once in a while, you want a night out with a bit of gravity to it. Looking to enjoy a drink with some friends over a bit of history? Come with us as we take a virtual pub crawl through ten of the oldest bars in America. Raise your glass where presidents, revolutionaries and even pirates have done before, as these classic watering holes are the ideal place to link up....

If you’re like us, you like to get the most bang for your buck–especially when it comes to grilling. Below, we cover the best barbecue, smoker , and grill brands that’ll stretch your dollar and make for delicious cook-outs in the warm weather. Here comes the sun! View in gallery What a beautiful track that was from the Beatles, and how beautiful and fresh is spring. Buds begin to bloom, animals reawaken, and we begin to prepare our barbecues because we are headed for showtime....

View in gallery The “silicon thin-film-transistors” technology is a bit more esoteric. In short, the technology used in the Skiff Reader makes it flexible — meaning it can bend and warp on a whim, giving it a more durable and rugged build in contrast to those crackable Kindles. The Skiff uses a metal foil design that merges with the thin film transistors to fit into a low-profile shape, in this case just a quarter-inch in thickness....

As a wise person once said: “ Talk good hard .” These immortal words have been passed down through generations, and they still ring as true today as they were when they were first muttered. It’s difficult to learn languages , since they’re nothing but a bunch of made-up sounds with weird rules that aren’t really rules. Most of us spend our whole lives barely being able to spit out English, much less try to conquer some of the tougher syntactical challenges out there....

View in gallery This needle of a car punctured the imagination of many back in the early 1970’s. The 1972 Maserati Boomerang was unlike anything else on the road in its day. It was a sharp, angular stunner that appeared to be decades ahead of its time. It was Maserati’s vision for the future, a design by the great Giorgetto Giugiaro . My question is who wins the bidding at this auction?...