Tommy Hilfiger’s new line of clothing includes a weird feature. You can earn reward points by wearing the clothes, thanks to a smart chip embedded in them. You can eventually redeem these points for Hilfiger gift cards or merchandise. 00
In Guiyang, China, you can now view the world’s tallest man-made waterfall…and it’s on the side of a skyscraper.
The 350-foot tall wonder requires four large pumps to carry the water to the top of the building before it flows down the edifice. The waterfall is only in use for special occasions because it costs over $100 an hour to power the technological marvel.
Residents of the Chinese city have been split over the waterfall. Some see it as a nice tourist attraction, while others view it as a huge waste of money. Take a look at some photos of the project:
We all love our Gifs, but how on Earth is that word pronounced? I don’t know about you, but I’ve been hearing this debate quite a bit lately.
Some say it like “Jif.” Others pronounce it with a hard “G”. So which one is correct? I’m here to report to the world (sorry if you’ve been saying it wrong the last several years), that the proper pronunciation is “Jif” just like the peanut butter.
Even Steve Wilhite, the guy who created the GIF, confirms that it’s pronounced “Jif.” It’s easy to see why some are die hard proponents of the hard “G.” Gif, after all, is short for “graphics interchange format.” So we can forgive those who have been, and will continue to, say it that way. But acronyms work differently. Think about the acronym JPEG. It’s short for “Joint Photographic Experts Group”, but we don’t pronounce it “jay-pheg.” It’s “jay-peg.”
This video sums it up. Let’s put this issue to rest FOREVER.
Everyone likes a cool, new gadget, but how do you know whether or not something is actually useful or just a shiny piece of junk?
These 12 kitchen products have been tested and loved, though, and people really think they’re worth the money. In the end, you’ll still have to decide, so check them out and start thinking!
If you’ve never tried it, here’s why you should – and you’ll never go back to any other kind of cookware, either. It’s an investment, but if you spend time in the kitchen, it’s worth it!
You’ve seen your friends talking about these, no doubt, and trying their best to grab one on sale. The reason? You can cook your entire dinner in one pot, from frozen, in like 30 minutes. A must for busy parents who still want to cook healthy at home.
If you’re over your Keurig and have gone to a French press or Aeropress (love both), or if you just prefer tea to coffee, why haven’t you already bought an electric kettle? They make pretty ones these days, too.
Because we all have both kinds of people in our lives, and everyone needs a treat now and then. If you’re a family who eats ice cream on a weekly basis, this beauty will make it fresh and delicious in less than 20 minutes.
If you’re someone who sees a good deal and buys in bulk, you’ll need to invest in one of these to make sure your food tastes as good coming out of the freezer as it did going in. Trust me.
Once again, if you’re not someone who cooks regularly, then this would just take up counter and/or storage space but if you do, it’s an investment that’s going to make your life a whole lot easier.
Parents tend to record the memories of their children via photographs and videos, however, James Breakwell has been documenting his time with his four daughters on social media in a different way. The comedy writer and family man from Indianapolis has been using Twitter to share his daily conversations with his daughters – and it’s earned him over a million followers since he started in April 2016. Here are some of the best posts he’s shared.
Imagine having to pay a daily tax to use social media apps like Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp. Well, that’s exactly what is happening now in the country of Uganda because it’s the law.
Many in Uganda believe the tax is meant to control young people and to stop the spread of ideas through social media. And Ugandans are worried about how it will affect the economy.
Amnesty International’s director for East Africa said, “It is not the place of the Ugandan authorities to determine what discussions taking place on social media platforms are useful. Rather, it is their responsibility to uphold and nurture unfettered enjoyment of the right to freedom of expression, both online and offline. Social media platforms like Facebook and WhatsApp have opened up cheaper avenues of communication and information sharing in Uganda. By making people pay for using these platforms, this tax will render these avenues of communication inaccessible for low-income earners, robbing many people of their right to freedom of expression, with a chilling effect on other human rights.”
“This is a clear attempt to silence dissent, in the guise of raising government revenues.”
YouTube is the new TV. In fact, they’ve even launched their own version of the standard cable TV subscription that lets you watch live TV via YouTube. And with billions of views across all its videos YouTubers are cashing in.
All this is to say that there’s no doubt that YouTube has become a major launchpad for tomorrow’s celebrities (Justin Bieber was famously discovered on YouTube). If you’re at the top of your game, there are major bucks to be made in the form of YouTube partnerships, endorsements, and exposure to new opportunities.
The list below features 15 of YouTube’s most popular independent stars (as opposed to mainstream music artists, etc.), as compiled by SocialBlade. These stars aren’t just reaching millions of people worldwide – some are also making millions of dollars in the process.
Brazilian vlogger and comedian Felipe Neto has the distinction of being the first Brazilian YouTube channel to hit 1 million subscribers. He also released a Netflix special in 2017.
Yuya is a beauty vlogger who posts all kinds of beauty tutorials on her main channel. Her popularity has earned her features in Vogue and on TV in her native Mexico.
NigaHiga (Ryan Higa) was one of the earliest breakout stars of YouTube, producing a variety of content from comedy sketches and music videos to musings on pop culture.
Vegeta777 (Samuel de Luque) is a popular Spanish gaming YouTuber who is best known for using video games to create elaborate narratives of his design, including dubbing his own voiceovers.
VanossGaming (Evan Fong) is a gaming YouTuber from Canada. His signature style features the masterful use of editing to compress hours of footage into a single engaging moment.
Comedy duo Smosh (comprised of Ian Hecox and Anthony Padilla) was another one of YouTube’s earlier stars. Recently, Padilla left Smosh to start a solo account.
Jacksepticeye (Seán William McLoughlin) is an Irish gamer and YouTuber who found fame after getting mentioned by PewDiePie (featured later in this list). I particularly like his videos due to his energetic narration and charming Irish accent.
Dude Perfect was started by a group of friends and former athletes who all knew each other from college at Texas A&M. Their videos often revolve around sports and trick shots, with a fun, casual style.
ElRubiusOMG (Rubén Doblas Gundersen) is a Spanish YouTube sensation. As with many of the other entries on this list, his main focus is video game reviews, walkthroughs, and commentaries.
HolaSoyGerman (Germán Garmendia) is arguably the biggest YouTube star in Latin America. The Chilean comedian and musician can boast having not one, but two YouTube channels in the top 20 list – the main one listed here and another, gaming-focused channel called JuegaGerman.
You know you’ve made it when South Park is spoofing you. PewDiePie (Felix Arvid Ulf Kjellberg) is a Swedish YouTuber whose boisterous video game commentary and playthroughs have earned him widespread fame and a sizeable fortune.
