Editorial Staff Some traditions are meant to change and fade way. Others will always stand the test of time. Ladies and gentlemen, the editors and staff are proud to present to you, the 10 Year Anniversary of the Annual Gift Guide. Part blog, part infotainment, part J. Peterman Catalog; The Annual Gift Guide started in...
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Sly Stone’s New Memoir Provides a Rare Glimpse Into the Psyche of an Enigmatic Genius
Many things is on my mind/words in the way… S. Stewart Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) is a new autobiography chronicling the ascension, descent, and reascension of one of the music world’s most misunderstood personalities. It’s a tale of a boy utilizing his unique gifts to become a star. In record time, we...
The Genius of Paul Reubens: Making the World Happy, One Smile at a Time
“Life is a great big canvas, and you should throw all the paint on it you can.” Danny Kaye Paul Reubens, better known to millions as the affable, quirky Pee-wee Herman, passed away at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in LA this past Sunday at the age of 70. Contrary to his boisterous and live-out-loud Pee-wee persona,...
Musk X’s Out Twitter Branding Ending Iconic Era
You have to admit. It’s been Mr. Musk’s Wild and Crazy Ride this past year for Twitter. Since being dragged into court to purchase a social media network he was about to walk out on, Musk has sought to remake the social network in his own image. He’s gutted staff across the board, made fun...
Tesla’s Cyberpunk Truck Perfect for OUR Dystopian Present
Tesla announced plans to produce 500,000 Cybertrucks this year at their Q2 earnings call. Tesla is aiming squarely at the US’ top selling truck, the F-150 Lightning by shipping a truck that’s less than 19 feet long with a 6 foot truck bed. The F-150 Lightning is 19.25 feet long with a 5.5 foot utility...
Sneakerheads Rejoice Over AI Authenticity
I’ve just gotten into sneakers. I’ve relegated sneakers to the handful of times I’ve worked out, airports, and walking to and from Metro. I nice wedge elevates my frame, slides are great if I’m actually in the office, and ankle straps are my default cute option. I’ve never felt like a sophisticated, youngish, urban professionalled...
Army Tactical Bra Nears Duty Status
Very few things are better than a good brassiere. A good bra is supportive. Stands the test of time. And is good looking. After announcing a concept started 4 years ago, the US Army’s Tactical Brassiere (ATB) is nearing combat readiness. Patricia Marx’s profile of the ATB showcases the US Army’s commitment to the female...
the future is now: the fight to legitimize ai vocals in urban music
As Marvin and Tammi once crooned many moons ago, ain’t nothin’ like the real thing baby. Well, now in 2023, it’s sometimes hard to ascertain what’s real. Seemingly every week, a new AI (artificial intelligence) generated song is making the rounds on social media. Every Tom, Dick and Timbaland (more on that later) with access...
AI FashioN Week Ushers New Era of Design and AI Models
We took a short hiatus from AI news only to return with Google’s rollout of Bard and AI-ifying all of its products. AI Fashion Week took place on April 20th and 21st. Over 400 design submissions were sent to judges with a final presentation of 10 designers showcasing ready to wear designs using generative technologies....
Kuwait News Introduces Fedha, the AI Anchor
Kuwait News, an affiliate of the Kuwait Times, introduced the world to Fedha, an AI news anchor who speaks fluent Arabic and wants to know the kind of news you’re interested in. أول مذيعة في #الكويت تعمل بالذكاء الاصطناعي • #فضة.. مذيعة #كويت_نيوز الافتراضية • ما هي نوعية الأخبار التي تفضلونها بتقديم #فضة زميلتنا الجديدة؟...