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Buildings Around the World Inspired by Birds
By Lola Méndez
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Why NORQAIN Might Be the Best Swiss Watch Brand You Haven’t Looked at Yet

Independent, family-owned, quietly earning its place on the wrists of serious athletes (Sydney Crosby, et al.) and serious collectors alike.

By Cool Material
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How PITAKA’s Sunset Collection Is Shaping the Future of Emotional Design

High-performance tech gear meets pure visual poetry.

By Cool Material
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Wellen Performance-Lined Swim Trunks, Reviewed by a Swim Trunk Skeptic

Could these be the shorts to end all my swimwear complaints? Tried, tested, reviewed.

By Cool Material
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2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz

The much-anticipated return of the Volkswagen Microbus takes the form of the all-electric ID. Buzz. It design is a great blend of modern and vintage cues, but the powertrain is all 21st century. The base model is rear-wheel drive with 282 horsepower from the 91 kWh battery, and a two-motor…

By Amos Kwon
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Madre Mezcal Ancestral

We've sung their praises before but Madre Mezcal produces some of our favorite mezcal. And now the brand is introducing Madre Ancestral, a premium mezcal that embodies the rich cultural heritage of Mexico. Crafted with meticulous care in Oaxaca, this artisanal spirit showcases the ancient art of mezcal production. Sourced…

By John A. Paradiso
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1972 De Tomaso Pantera GTS From ‘Fast Five’

Sure, the Fast & Furious movies are way, way over the top, but there are some truly epic vehicles showcased within. This 1972 De Tomaso Pantera GTS which showed up in 2011's Fast Five is up for auction. This black beauty was sold by Universal Studios to its current owner…

By Amos Kwon
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This Alloy-Bodied Ferrari Just Sold at Auction for a Cool $1.46 Million

It's not often you come across an alloy-bodied Ferrari. This particular one was only one of 14 Ferrari 250 GTs donning an alloy exterior by Carrozzeria Boano. And it just sold at an all-Ferrari auction in Monaco for roughly $1.46 million. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this automotive masterpiece…

By John A. Paradiso
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The Hypersonix Dart AE Plane Promises to Hit Mach 7 on Its First Flight

Introducing the Hypersonix Dart AE Plane, a groundbreaking marvel poised to revolutionize the world of supersonic travel. With an astounding Mach 7 top speed, this engineering masterpiece is set to shatter the limits of air travel, propelling passengers to their destinations at unprecedented velocity. The Dart AE is being developed…

By John A. Paradiso
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