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The Illinois state legislature has officially declared the Italian beef sandwich as the state sandwich. They also want the TV show The Bear to know its popularity helped make it happen! On May 20th, lawmakers passed a resolution specifically mentioning the show’s role in bringing the sandwich back into the spotlight. Corey Hendrix, an actor on The Bear and a Chicago native, was at the state capitol to accept a framed copy of the resolution.

Deion Sanders is once again using his popularity to bring back a classic Nike shoe. He recently revealed on social media that the Nike Air DT Proto ’92 will be re-released in a bold new “Prime Red” color. This isn’t just a typical re-release, though – the shoe was originally an unreleased prototype from the early 90s. Now, Nike is finally giving this lost design a chance to shine, connecting Sanders’ incredible career as a player with his current role as head coach at the University of Colorado.

If you look at photography today – at exhibits, on the streets, anywhere people are shooting – you’ll notice a trend: equipment is becoming more streamlined and simpler. For those who grew up creating images for social media, the most important camera isn’t about having the best technology, it’s about having a camera readily available.

Don Nguyen is expanding his popular burger restaurant, Burger She Wrote, to Sherman Oaks. The new location, opening May 30th at 14245 Ventura Blvd, will be the second for the restaurant he started with the late Steven Arroyo. It will introduce their famous Oklahoma-style wagyu smashburger – the burger that first gained them a loyal following – to customers in the San Fernando Valley.

Deion Sanders is making sure his Colorado Buffaloes football team stands out, and that includes what they wear. Nike has just unveiled a new line of Air Diamond Turf 2 cleats, with a special “Colorado” edition designed specifically for the team. These sleek, high-end cleats highlight Sanders’ impact as a style icon, both as a coach and a player.

Timberland is known for high-quality leather shoes, and the Authentic Loafer proves they can make a great shoe without the classic tall boot design. This comfortable, slip-on loafer features a leather lining and durable lug sole, and is currently available in Burgundy and Black at BILLY’S ENT in Tokyo.

Cliff Booth, the character Brad Pitt won an Oscar for playing seven years ago, is returning in a new film. Quentin Tarantino is passing the directing reins to David Fincher for The Adventures of Cliff Booth, which will have a special two-week showing in IMAX theaters starting November 25th, followed by its release on Netflix on December 23rd.

Palace Skateboards is opening its first store in mainland China on May 23rd, located in Shanghai’s Zhangyuan complex. To celebrate, they’re releasing a special collection inspired by the city. The line includes items like jackets, jerseys, hoodies, and t-shirts, all featuring unique designs and branding that pay homage to Shanghai’s culture.

Nike is taking its famous Air Max technology to the next level with the new Air Liquid Max. This shoe has a bold, futuristic design and is set to launch this summer. It first appeared in a black and red color scheme and combines high-performance technology with a stylish, streetwear look, demonstrating that the Air Max line continues to innovate.

Stone Island and New Balance are releasing a new summer collection, called SUMMER_’026, on June 4th. It includes clothing for both everyday wear and playing sports – featuring shoes, apparel, accessories, a full football kit, and a match ball. This collaboration represents the brands’ biggest effort yet to combine their expertise in material innovation. The campaign features football stars Endrick and Bukayo Saka, and was photographed by Bolade Banjo.