JJJJound and Vans are revisiting their popular Half Cab collaboration with a new release planned for 2026. Available only through Vans starting Tuesday, May 19th, the shoe builds on the design of the 2025 version. It features a minimalist look with removed ankle padding, replaced by JJJJound’s signature nylon tongue, and continues the Half Cab’s transition into a stylish, everyday shoe.
Stormzy’s production company, Merky Films, is partnering to create a movie about the life of former football star Ian Wright. The film will follow Wright’s inspiring story, from his tough childhood in South London to becoming a famous athlete and popular TV personality. Stormzy, along with Akua Agyemfra, is producing the film as part of his dedication to sharing important British stories.
Get ready for a new take on Westworld! While the HBO series was recently canceled, Warner Bros. Discovery is now developing a movie reboot. Instead of finishing the story from the show, the film will be a fresh start, reimagining the original 1973 movie by Michael Crichton. That film centered on a futuristic, adult-oriented theme park where the robot hosts unexpectedly become dangerous.
Ice Cube and Mike Epps are teaming up for a special one-night show, “Everyday’s Friday: Lyrics, Loungin’ and Laughing,” on July 17th at the Long Beach Amphitheater. They’re celebrating 30 years of the Friday movies! The event will also feature performances by Warren G and Scarface. Ice Cube will perform his classic hip-hop songs, and Mike Epps will do his stand-up comedy, all inspired by the West Coast rap and humor that made the Friday films so popular.
Christopher Nolan explained his choice to cast Travis Scott in The Odyssey, telling TIME that it was a way to honor the history of the story. The Odyssey began as an oral tradition – a story told and passed down by word of mouth – and Nolan sees a strong connection between that tradition and the art of rap. The casting initially surprised some people, but it turns out to be a carefully considered choice for a film that’s already changing what audiences expect.
LEGO has unveiled its biggest-ever set based on “The Lord of the Rings”: Minas Tirith (set number 11377). With 8,278 pieces, this impressive model is also a key part of LEGO’s celebration of the 25th anniversary of Peter Jackson’s film trilogy. It will be available to LEGO Insiders members starting June 1st, and for everyone else on June 4th.
To celebrate its 145th anniversary, Seiko has launched a special edition Astron GPS Solar Dual‑Time Chronograph. This limited-release watch blends advanced technology with a design honoring the milestone.
côte&ciel is partnering with NinepointNine to create a new collection featuring the brand’s popular SARU and ISARAU designs.
Focus Focus is a unique eyewear store in the center of Marseille. It’s designed to be more than just a shop—it’s a fully immersive experience where design, vision care, and sound come together. Local architects Margaux Fritz and Lucie Toussaint created the 70-square-meter space with a blend of precise architecture and a flowing, natural feel. The interior is clear and inviting, aiming to change the way people shop for and think about glasses.
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