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The Golf Round That Built a Bourbon Empire
By Beau Hayhoe
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The Coolest Father’s Day Gifts of 2026 (New Products Added 6/5)

A curated collection of the best Father’s Day gifts for dads who appreciate craftsmanship, clever design, great stories, and really cool stuff.

By Cool Material
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An Arizona Golf Trip Even Non-golfers Will Enjoy

Arizona might be the rare golf destination where everyone in the group wins. Even the guy who has never swung a club.

By Cool Material
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Black Book: 14 Products Our Editors Loved in May 2026

The products our editors have been obsessed with in May 2026.

By Cool Material
Entertainment
The 8 Most Overrated Video Games We’ve Ever Played

Overrated can sound like a harsh word, so let’s clarify exactly what we mean here. We’re not saying any of these games are bad (unless we explicitly say any of these games are bad, which we probably will). We’re saying they’re really hyped up and we don’t agree with putting…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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5 Scientifically Proven Ways to Ease a Hangover

Currently, there's no hangover "cure." Sure, one day some brilliant scientist may solve our bender-induced woes, but until that day comes, we're left with simply making them more bearable. Luckily, we've got a few scientifically proven ways to do so. Skip the hair of the dog and go with one…

By Mike Newman
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8 Magazines that Prove Print’s Not Dead

It seems like everywhere we look, someone is writing some kind of article about how print media is going the way of the dinosaur. They have a point, but we’re a little more optimistic. Digital publishing may be convenient and lightning quick in a world traveling faster than ever, but…

By Maxwell Barna
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The 10 Best Bourbons Not From Kentucky

It might seem like blasphemy, but technically bourbon can be made in other states besides Kentucky. There’s even a well-known dispute as to whether the name comes from Bourbon Street in New Orleans or Bourbon County in Kentucky. Obviously, most of the best bourbons come from Kentucky—this is where Jim…

By Christopher Osburn
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Clothing
The Only 9 Swimsuits to Consider This Season

You should look for three things in a swimsuit: comfort, cut, and color. Nobody likes uncomfortable shorts—especially when you’ll be sitting in sand or battling waves—when it’s hot out. The right length is vital in choosing the right pair, too. If they’re too short, you’ll end up with a strange…

By Evan Malachosky
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