The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force’s fast growing fleet of Xi’an Y-20 heavy airlift jets has gained growing international attention as its international presence has expanded, most notably since six of the aircraft were used to rapidly deliver HQ-22 surface to air missile systems to Serbia in April at […]
Day: August 31, 2022
The best home security cameras for privacy and peace of mind
Not sure if you’ve noticed, but real estate listings for fortresses with alligator-filled moats are in short supply nowadays. (Wild housing market, man.) Fortunately, recent advancements in home automation have prompted the development of a DIY alternative when it comes to anti-intruder and theft protection: the home security camera. Most […]
The stars of ‘Brahmāstra’ talk fantasy, film, and love
At first blush, Brahmāstra appears sizable, from its star-studded cast to its larger-than-life special effects. The Bollywood film, distributed by Star Studios and Disney, is the first in a three-part trilogy and sets a precedent for India too; the franchise presents the country’s first original cinematic universe. Officially entitled Brahmāstra […]
Skin cycling is the TikTok trend that’s demystifying active skincare
While tons of TikTok beauty trends are largely gimmicky or simply rename existing cultural practices, skin cycling is the brainchild of an actual dermatologist, and it’s helping people understand the way certain products can work for their skin. The trend comes from Dr. Whitney Bowe, a board-licensed dermatologist and content […]
Pakistan is experiencing a climate emergency. Here’s how you can help.
‘House of the Dragon’: Who exactly is the Crabfeeder?
In the Game of Thrones universe there are plenty of morally grey characters. The original show had the often dubious likes of Jaime Lannister and Theon Greyjoy, while House of the Dragon has already introduced the sneaky Daemon Targaryen, and the (arguably even sneakier) Otto Hightower. But some characters are […]