People and Culture

A Rolex Daytona Has a Key Cameo in the New ‘Beverly Hills Cop’
Watches are used in the film, both subtly and overtly, to represent heroes and villains.

Meet Your New Favorite Mid-Century Kitchen Brand
More than half a century since they first landed in American kitchens, Dansk’s pots, pans and pitchers have never felt fresher.

Deep Cut: Behind the Scenes with a Knife-Making Genius
Nobody crafts knives quite like Quintin Middleton. Probably because his story is one of a kind.

Bentley Has a Plan to Become One of the World’s Greenest Automakers
Once defined by gas-guzzling giants, Bentley Motors aims to be all-electric and carbon-positive by the end of the decade.
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New England’s New School: Three Designers Defining the Region’s Style
Long dominated by old-fashioned icons like Alden and L.L. Bean, there’s no shortage of inspiring new designers in New England.

Hoods to Woods Brings Hope to the Slopes
Snowboarding has long been about as colorful as the flakes themselves. This nonprofit is changing that — one inspired new rider at a time.

Neil deGrasse Tyson Talks Watches, UFOs and the Universe
America’s science teacher-in-chief opens up about both horology and astronomy.

The New Renaissance Man: Marques Brownlee on Success, Stardom and the Future of Tech
The multidimensional influencer spills the secrets behind his surprisingly slow and steady rise to the top.

This Bold New Distillery Is Rewriting the Rules of Bourbon
Straight outta Kentucky, Hidden Barn Whiskey boasts A-list talent, nifty resources and fresh ideas about what makes a good bottle.

The New Neutral: Unisex Clothing Gains Prominence in the Outdoors
Brands are putting more time and energy into creating genderless outdoor gear and apparel, but will the movement stick around?
By Hayley Helms

Northern Exposure: How Canada Became Home to Trail Running’s Next Big Thing
Many upstart brands claim to have dreamt up the latest breakthrough. Thanks to one transformative ingredient, Montreal's Norda may have actually done it.
By Will Porter

The MoonSwatch Moment: How a $260 Marvel Became the Toast of the Watch World
Spawning lines around the block across the planet, Swatch’s take on the Omega Speedmaster was the watch event of the year. We went straight to the source — Biel, Switzerland — to uncover the story behind the hype.
By Zen Love

Finger Paint: Celebs Are Betting Big on Nail Art
Unlike a category like liquor, where just anyone can own a label even if they’re sober, the five musicians behind these brands really wear the stuff.

Turning Back Time: Why Parchie Is So Much More Than a Kids’ Watch Brand
Cara Barrett’s colorful timepieces may be aimed at the younger set, but their appeal extends to all ages.
By Chris Wright