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CWLbuilds makes tiny robot sculptures from found objects. Here, he shows how he transformed an empty bottle of face spray into a bot that looks like it would wander the wastelands in Borderlands. Like, it would walk up to you, act friendly, then explode. CWL’s YouTube channel showcases more trashbots and other fun model-making projects.
Ed Sheeran, Ringo Starr, and Shakira form a new supergroup courtesy of DJ Cummerbund. Combining “The Shape of You,” “Octopus’s Garden,” “Whenever, Wherever,” and other morsels, “Shape of an Octopus” will have you dreaming of a little hideaway beneath the waves. It’s also got Ariel from The Little Mermaid, Muppets, and the Sinclairs from Dinosaurs.
This adorable light-up decoration from IKEA adds a touch of warmth to any bookshelf. The tiny ceramic house has cutout windows on every side, allowing its LED light source to shine through. It runs on three AA batteries and has a 6-hour timer switch that turns it on at the same time the next day.
The Nixon Rotolog mixes our two favorite elements with bamboo inlays and a stainless steel frame. Named for its unique right-read movement, an LED allows for nighttime use.
Inspired by a quirky 1990s Mazda concept vehicle, the guys from Bucket decided to make their own suitcase car. The original was designed for zooming between airport gates. Like Mazda’s version, it folds up into a hard-shell Samsonite suitcase and runs on a noisy gas engine. It has a custom-welded frame and a front wheel
The Handy Saw is small enough to fit in a wallet, but can come in handy in a pinch. Its sharp, serrated edge chews through branches, and its finger cutouts help provide a firm grip. The saw also includes a length of paracord that can be used to lash it to a branch to extend
Dodge is showing off a buzzworthy new version of the Charger. With a larger turbocharger, this yellow and black muscle car’s SIXPACK engine delivers quite the sting with 600 hp, a 0 to 60 time of 3.6 seconds, and a 1/4-mile time of 11.8 seconds. It also features Brembo brakes, black wheels, a rear spoiler,
The 2026 Ford Expedition Tremor is a substantial three-row SUV that manages to combine enormous passenger and cargo space with genuine off-road capability, plentiful technology, and impressive comfort. After a week of extensive driving, the ’26 Tremor proved to be one of the most well-rounded full-size SUVs we’ve experienced in years.
In this video from Timeless Flavors of China, we’re treated to a demonstration by artist Zhang Yulin, as she creates intricate patterns from a single sheet of paper. After folding the paper into a wedge, she sketches out a design, then cuts through the layers with razor-sharp scissors. It’s like those paper snowflakes but way
Wynnie the Corgi realized there was more to life than lazing on the couch and barking at strangers, so she opened an Etsy shop (and enlisted her people to make things). Clever Corgi Customs turns your pet and people photos into stained-glass-style portraits on acrylic blocks. They come in 2×2″ and 4×4″ sizes, plus a
Sure, video games are fun, but sometimes it’s better to dust off the old Monopoly board and play with some actual pieces. But playing board games while sprinting like Daniel LaBelle takes things to another level. Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots seems okay, but Twister and Jenga are instant fails. Also, playing darts while running
Apple TV expands its science fiction catalog with a series based on William Gibson’s acclaimed 1984 novel. The story follows a washed-up hacker hired for a job involving artificial intelligence, corporate intrigue, and jacking into the virtual world of cyberspace. Neuromancer stars Callum Turner, Mark Strong, and Peter Sarsgaard and premieres 1.22.2027.
