We’ve seen the life cycle of Nike fan favorites play out plenty of times; as mainline, unadulterated versions get deeper into their time on the shelves, Beaverton will often unveil retoolings and reimaginings to either maintain energy around a silhouette or usher into a new vertical. Perhaps what’s most surprising about the Nike Zoom Vomero 5, just unveiled in the past few weeks, is how extensive a change it brings to the 2005 model. While we’re still awaiting a public release, a new colorway is joining the debut effort, combining neutral shades of “Summit White” & “Light Bone.”

The Hiking-Tooled Nike Zoom Vomero 5 Roam Goes All-White

Gorpcore girls will love these. First teased during the most recent SNKRS Showcase, Nike is bringing back the Air Rift in two classy, contemporary black and white leather colorways this December. The Air Rift is one of many welcomely weird shoes to come out of the late 1990s, distinguished by...

Nike Is Releasing Premium Air Rifts For Women This Holiday Season

The Jordan Spiz’ike proper is one of the most celebrated shoes to fall under Jordan Brand’s “Winterized” series, which sees retro basketball and lifestyle models shelter from cold weather with more rugged, conditions-ready tooling. However, with the Spiz’ike Winterized releasing exclusively for kids in recent years, Spiz’ike Low colorways that feature more durable, winter-worthy materials stand as the next best thing.

The Jordan Spiz’ike Low Outfits For Winter In “Flax”

At this point, it might be easier to list off franchises that don’t have a Crocs collaboration than the ones that do. In just the past month, we’ve seen Friday the 13th, Pokemon and Hello Kitty earn their own Classic Clog, and the tide of pop culture link-ups isn’t slowing down anytime. A 2000s favorite is next up, with the Powerpuff Girls franchise descending on a Classic Clog style on September 9th.

The Powerpuff Girls Get Their Own Crocs Classic Clog

Hold on to your wallets; Nike is bringing back yesterday’s grails like crazy. On top of the Wu-Tang Dunk and Undefeated Jordan 4, two of the most coveted collaborations of all time, Nike is bringing back another top-tier banger in the Patta x Air Max 1 “Chlorophyll” from 2009, shining a light on the Amsterdam brand’s 20th anniversary.

Nike Honors Patta’s 20 Year Anniversary With The Air Max 1 “Chlorophyll”

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An Aldi shopper recently shared her disturbing experience with a moldy rice package from the supermarket, sparking debate. A TikTok user named @defonotlils posted a video on June 6 that quickly became popular, accumulating more than 674,600 views. In the video, she shares what happened after finding out about something.

This is why I don’t shop at Aldi: Woman can’t believe what she found in her packaged rice from Aldi

Atmos is simply one of the most prolific collaborators on the scene. Seemingly every other week, creative director Hirofumi Kojima blasts out a new sneak peek at what his imprint and a major footwear player are plotting for the months ahead. The latest update actually circles back to a 2023 release, as he shared imagery of a collab Salomon XT-6 set to arrive soon, titled “Concrete Jungle.”

atmos Unveils Collab Salomon XT-6 “Concrete Jungle”

Think back to the beginnings of your sneaker journey and how you ended up where you are today. Chances are, a Foot Locker was within arms reach of that path, readily stocking a variety of sneakers across multiple brands. For fifty years, the retailer has been at “The Heart Of Sneakers”, and to kick off their milestone celebration, they’ll be dropping a number of exclusive shoe drops from Nike, adidas, New Balance, PUMA, and Converse that reflect their unmatched influence in sneaker culture.

Foot Locker Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Massive Five-Brand Collection Of Sneaker Exclusives

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Cats are often considered mysterious and independent creatures, leading many to believe that they are aloof or even indifferent. However, cats communicate in a variety of ways, and understanding their unique language can deepen the bond between you and your feline friend. By learning to interpret their signals, you can enhance your relationship and become a more empathetic cat owner.

Ways to Speak Cat and Deepen Your Bond

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Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

Swedish retailer Sneakersnstuff is celebrating its 25th anniversary and linking up with adidas for commemorative sneaker projects along the way. Back in May, the Stockholm-based brand kicked off yet another Three Stripes tour of Europe with the release of the adidas SNS GT II “London,” bringing a new terrace-inspired model to light for the very first time. Now as promised, the series pays visit to another locale; the party capital of the Europe, Berlin.

The adidas SNS GT II “Berlin” Is Inspired By Underground Music

The fall always brings on a deluge of new signature shoes, brands all clamoring to convert basketball fans into consumers for their latest offerings. While we’ve already got a laundry list of shoes we’re anticipating (like the LeBron 22 or PUMA MB.04), Ja Morant’s Nike Ja 2 is near the top of it. Advanced retailer images have allowed us to get a pretty good sense of what the model will bring, but we’re circling back to the very start for this update, as in-hand looks at the Nika Ja 2 “Murray State” have just surfaced.

The Nike Ja 2 “Murray State” Features A Cut-Away Mesh Upper

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If you live in Kansas City, or are kind of close, and if you want a cat, today is your lucky day. We have five humdingers for your consideration, all available from local Kansas City shelters. Just click on the link in each cat's description to learn more about them and to get in touch with their shelter.

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Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

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For over two decades, KEEN has been on a mission to blend function with style, turning what began as a simple sandal concept from the early 2000s into a powerhouse in the outdoor footwear world. Known for relentless innovation, the Oregon-based brand is a testament to the belief that shoes can be both practical and stylish – a philosophy that’s kept the brand at the forefront of the “gorpcore” wave in recent years.

The KEEN Jasper Zionic Is For Hikers In Oregon And Stylists In New York

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It's been ten years since beloved Cuban-American actress Elizabeth Pena passed away due to complications from alcohol abuse. Pena was only 55 years old when she died on October 14, 2014, in Los Angeles. She suffered from cirrhosis of the liver "due to alcohol" and had acute gastrointestinal bleeding hours before her demise, causing her heart to stop. She had the disease for months, and it progressed severely in a short time before her death.

In Memory of Adored Actress Elizabeth Pena: 10 Years After Her Tragic Death By Alcohol

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According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 1,467 children have been reported missing in the U.S. since January 1, 2024, a drop since the figure of 1,533 previously reported. That drop indicates 66 cases were resolved.

15 missing children in Missouri since June 2024: some cases resolved and more added

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You know the saying. "All good things must come to an end." And, after a dozen years in business in Port Royal, Fat Patties restaurant has made the announcement that it will be closing up shop with a last day of service on August 24th.

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Refined by New York chemist Robert Chesebrough almost 150 years ago, petroleum jelly is still widely used today in topical applications. Even with the myths that abound online about it being carcinogenic, it has withstood the test of time.

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adidas Partners With Hoop York City For The First-Ever Crazy 8 Low

Hoop York City x adidas has become an extremely sturdy relationship over the past several years. Alex Cooper’s community basketball association first came together with the...

adidas Partners With Hoop York City For The First-Ever Crazy 8 Low

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