Getting the best denim jackets today involves a lot of research and maybe even some trial and error. But to understand why this piece of clothing can sometimes cost an arm and a leg, you need to appreciate the various factors that go into its production. Sounds overwhelming? No need to worry, because in this article we’ll take you through the various steps involved in making denim jackets, and give you a glimpse of why they are so pricey after all....

The University of the Virgin Islands: The Birthplace of Aquaponics After decades of scientific research, the team at the University of the Virgin Islands successfully grew fish and vegetables in a closed loop system that they ultimately called “Aquaponics”. Aquaponics is a hybrid technology including “aquaculture”, the raising of fish in a controlled system, and “hydroponics”, the farming of plants in a soil-free environment. Both techniques had survived for centuries before being merged, with hydroponics reaching back all the way to the hanging gardens of Babylon, where raised troughs of nutrient-rich water fed plants that hung and cascaded to the grounds below....

Until those halcyon days – where you can be ripped off by a shabby box from a greedy corporate overlord – you can bide your time playing as many past games as you want, for free. All you need is an emulator and some ROMs for your computer to game away on loads of old arcade titles, SNES, NES, Genesis, and more. If you wish to join this retro revolution in gaming, here’s the 18 best emulators for any older system that offers the tech....

The HD3 Complication Black Pearl Watch is the brain child of Fabrice Gonet, who set out to develop a stealthy, black timepiece styled after the iconography of the pirate era. Beyond the skull-and-swords Jolly Roger on its 9-o’clock side, we don’t really see the rest of that inspiration. What we do see, however, is a bi-axial tourbillon watch that truly lives up to the name of “complication”. This timepiece is so finely detailed we don’t even know where to begin when describing it....

And though we may lack a virgin to light the Black Flame Candle, we want to try and re-summon Salem’s Sanderson sisters with these 58 Hocus Pocus quotes! Just A Bunch of Hocus Pocus Directed by Disney powerhouse Kenny Ortega, Hocus Pocus met a lukewarm reception during its original 1993 release. However, many moons later, it is now one of Disney’s longest-reigning Halloween films. What makes Hocus Pocus so magical?...

However, that is not always true when it comes to romantic relationships. It doesn’t matter whether they’re new or old relationships, trust me; when things go wrong between two people in a relationship –and they do—it can be painful for both parties involved. Love is often thought of as one of mankind’s greatest strengths but in reality it is also one of its greatest weaknesses because when things go wrong, so do your emotions....

If your eggs have been sitting in the fridge a little too long, you’re probably wondering how to tell if they have gone bad. After all, eggs can be contaminated with salmonella, and no one wants to be struck down with food poisoning. Fresh Eggs Need Not Be Hard to Find In this article today, we will cover a few different ways to tell if your eggs have gone bad....

This can be good for those who want an emotional connection and physical intimacy without any commitment. But if you want that in your future, it’s important to know how and when to go about changing your current situation. The following are some tips that will help on how to turn friends with benefits into a relationship. Also read: Can FWB turn into a relationship? How to turn friends with benefits into a relationship?...

What we put out to the world and how we present ourselves is just the overcoat of our true selves. It’s the glossy surface of the deeper, more complicated, and frankly more interesting people we really are. I find people with histories, baggage, flaws, and regrets far more compelling than those who lives appear perfect and “normal” — whatever that is. Give me a messed up soul who’s examined their lives and can embrace their flaws over the veneered perfectionist whose mask never slips any day....

After 26 years of its launch, the Hubble space telescope is still creating all kinds of emotions in us with its images. We are taking a look at some of the best it has shot all these years. In The Solar System Io, the fourth largest natural satellite in the solar system, is the innermost of the four Galilean moons of Jupiter. It was caught in front of the gas giant, appearing to be just above Jupiter’s clouds but it’s actually 310,000 miles away....

Adjacent the Accra Psychiatric Hospital, this crippled man who is stuck to a wheelchair makes a living from hawking. It is amazing how he has without help run a business on that street for more than 10 years and counting. He further relishes his brand by putting up an appearance that turns all heads to his direction. You will find him in a well tucked-in shirt and a tie to give him an executive look....

Why have you never heard of Kepler Motors before, or the Kepler MOTION Supercar? Before now, it didn’t exist. Kepler Motors is an entirely brand new supercar manufacturer slated to compete with the Paganis, the Ferraris, the McLarens of the world– albeit without an established brand presence. The Kepler MOTION is an 800hp street machine designed for track performance and road-ready thrill rides. It’s a hybrid vehicle of the truest form, featuring a modified 3....

Who we are is determined by how we choose to move through the world. Our choices define us, but how do we make those choices? What influences our thoughts and actions? Our good character is defined by certain virtues that we value as our moral code. However, knowing what those virtues are and why they are important is key to developing your personal operating system for life. What are virtues, and why do we need them?...

A good briefcase is an investment. It’s a statement piece of a man’s wardrobe, an accessory that tells as much about the man as the title on the business card. The Hard Graft Atelier Assembly Briefcase is the latest in a menswear tradition that dates back to 1826: a fine, rectangular leather carryall for business. A good briefcase is functional. It holds its shape when stood on end, with room inside for a legal-sized documents, a laptop and a compact portfolio....

As if the standard Maserati Quattroporte isn’t luxurious enough, Maserati has teased a new, limited version of the sports sedan, the Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S “Awards Edition”. While the Awards Edition Quattroporte has the same 433 hp V8 engine of the original GT S model, it features refined luxury upgrades throughout the interior, as well as subtle styling changes to the exterior. The Quattroporte Sport GT S “Awards Edition” brings bits of chrome and a new color to the sports car, called Quarzo Fuso, and adds 20-inch trident rims and Brembo brakes....

View in gallery To the surprise of no one, comedy star Melissa Ann McCarthy first found her footing in sketch comedy. Including a brief stint as a drag queen, she stayed fairly under the radar until landing a role on Gilmore Girls. After which, McCarthy solidified a space in the hearts of millions as the bubbly, happy-go-lucky Sookie St. James. When Gilmore Girls retired from the small scene, she played it safe....

How to Minimalist Camp Minimalistic camping boils down to how much you know, and how to make the most out of a dozen pounds of gear or less. There’s no hard and fast rule to the process, other than this: Throw a bunch of stuff out of your pack. Every environment has different requirements and each camper has different needs, so what you should dump and what you should keep really is up to you and up to the place you plan on going....

True tactical packs are built with missions in mind, giving operators a lot of customization of the inside depending on if they’re doing recon, hunter/killer missions, sabotage, or simply going on a day hike. Real tactical packs also step up the durability to the point that they’re nigh indestructible, and are replete with hidden stash spots for secreting away a weapon, a jump drive with the Death Star plans, or a message to the wetwork pro who will find your body....

Experts say being likable or successful in business is all about building relationships and trust. If you are in business, the more quickly you can build positive relationships with potential customers and workers, the more successful you will be. They also believe body language is the key to building the kind of rapport and trust that sparks relationships. According to them, ‘everyone has needs, doubts, and insecurities,’ and the process of establishing a connection with another person to gain trust centers on showing respect as you address his or her needs, doubts, and insecurities....

As if the dating landscape needed to get any more confusing, now we’re faced with the growing vine of “situations” as another relationship layer. Heck, some of you beyond the Millennial generation might be prone to Google the word “situationship” and then be surprised to find out there’s actually a dictionary definition of the word. What Is a Situationship? The technical definition is “a romantic or sexual relationship that is not considered to be formal or established....