Netflix To Launch $100 Million Relief Fund

With the self-isolation and quarantine mandate in full effect, one might imagine that streaming services like Netflix are seeing astronomical numbers as far as viewership is concerned.

Now, the internet entertainment service is planning to launch a $100 million relief fund for members of the creative/ entertainment community who are currently out of work due to the spread of coronavirus. As a result of this horrendous pandemic, all television and film production has now been put on hold globally and leaving many crews and casts without jobs.

“This community has supported Netflix through the good times, and we want to help them through these hard times, especially while governments are still figuring out what economic support they will provide.”

Ted Sarandos, Netflix’s chief content officer

Here’s how some of those funds will be allocated:

$15 million of the fund will go to third parties and non-profits providing emergency relief to out-of-work crew and cast in the countries where we have a large production base.

$1 million each will be donated to the SAG-AFTRA Covid-19 Disaster Fund, the Motion Picture and Television Fund and the Actors Fund Emergency Assistance in the US.

$1 million between the AFC and Fondation des Artistes.

This could potentially be a win/win for everyone being that Netflix’s success depends on how well studios perform on both small and large sets.

How To Skate During A Pandemic In ‘Urban Isolation’

With COVID-19 putting everyone’s mental state in the dumps, and the CDC prompting the government to recommend self-isolation and quarantine, the once crowded streets of some of the busiest cities now seem like ghost towns.

As part of their REDirect Project in 2014, The Berrics enlisted Russell Houghten to imagine Los Angeles with no busy traffic or people around in this ‘Urban Isolation’ video entry. There is a shocking and eerie similarity between the video and today’s current climate.

Checkout the video below.

via: the berrics

Nike Air Max 2090 ‘Photon Dust’

The Air Max 90’s 30th anniversary is this year and Nike has been launching a slew of variations and colorways to celebrate the occasion. Among the different colorways of the Air Max 90, the Swoosh brand will also give the Air Max 2090 various colorways as well.

The ‘Photon Dust’ features a mesh upper with “Ice Blue” leather panels and hits of neon volt throughout. The “Ice Blue” color scheme is seen once again as it extends down to the sole, covering the Air Max heel unit.

The new Nike Air Max 2090 “Photon Dust” will be available March 26 for $162 USD (€150 EUR) at Nike retailers.

G-SHOCK Updates The Frogman With Analog Dial

Next in line after the ‘Mudmaster’ update, the popular ‘Frogman’ series from G-SHOCK gets a much expected revamp in the G-SHOCK GWF-A1000 Frogman.

The ‘Frogman’ was revealed by G-Shock France in a video clip (shown above) in which you can see the new model on full display. Updates include replacing the digital dial with a fully analog one.

Features include a dedicated diving mode suitable for recording dive times and can also keep count of dive logs which can be smartphone accessible. Rounding out the details are Bluetooth and multiband 6 connectivity, Tough Solar power, ISO-certified 200-meter water resistance, ISO 764-rated magnetic resistance, a Super Illuminator LED backlight and a navy fluoroelastomer strap.

No official release date as of yet or price point regarding the new G-SHOCK GWF-A1000 Frogman, but check back for more info.

Palace Skateboards And Winmau Dartboard

London-based Palace Skateboards has released a new video in support of its collaborative Winmau dartboard and darts. After recently dropping their sixth drop from its Spring 2020 season, their playing darts offered something new from the brand. Check out the short clip below of professional darts legend and BBC announcer Bobby George, playing darts and kickin’ game with Palace team members Lucien Clarke.

Check out the Palace x Winmau dartboard at the brand’s webstore now.

Rosario Dawson’s Role In ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 2 Confirmed

Rosario Dawson will be playing Ahsoka Tano in the upcoming 2nd season of The Mandalorian on Disney+. If you’ve ever seen Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Ahsoka Tano is one of main characters in the series and the apprentice of Anakin Skywalker.

This news is confirmed by Variety and states that Dawson’s role as Ahsoka will be the first live-action appearance of the character after normally being voiced by Ashley Eckstein in the animated series. The Mandalorian takes place between the end of the Empire’s demise and the introduction of the First Order.

Season 1 of The Mandalorian left a lot on the table including a mystery character, Moff Gideon surviving and the search for Baby Yoda‘s home planet. Creator Jon Favreau announced that season 2 is scheduled to hit Disney+ this October 2020.

The Tambour Moon Dual Time Watch By Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton gives us a look at their Tambour Moon Dual Time Watch which gets its name from the crescent moon.

The Tambour Moon Dial Watch features a curve on the case in the shape of the crescent moon, showcasing a tonal black strip that goes from the 18 hour mark to the 6. The watch will come in different variations including graphite, silver or white face, corresponded by hits of black or red and white accents. Rounding out the details include different straps while the watch faces will have either the Louis Vuitton monogram flowers or a series of colorful flags around the dial.

The Tambour Moon Dual Time watch is now available on Louis Vuitton’s site and select stores.

BEAMS x Birkenstock Remix The Arizona Sandal

German shoe label Birkenstock collaborates with Japanese brand BEAMS on the classic Arizona silhouette.

The sandals feature hits of “Taupe” and “Grey,” for each model and are made of an all suede upper and footbed. There’s also tonal hardware on the double-straps with the midsole featuring Birkenstock branding.

The BEAMS x Birkenstock Arizona in “Taupe” and “Grey” are now available to purchase at the BEAMS online store for ¥20,900 JPY ($200 USD).

Apple Releases Vibrant Watch Bands For Spring

Apple just dropped several new colors of bands for its Apple Watch. All of the bands in the drop give off Spring time vibes with their vibrant colors.

The Sport Band selection now features bands like “Grapefruit,” “Surf Blue,” and “Cactus,” and the Sport Loop will have a range of “Vitamin C,” “Surf Blue,” “Neon Lime,” “Neon Pink,” and “Sunshine.”

The Modern Buckle will get a “Raspberry” and “Deep Sea Blue” vibe with a “Peacock” Leather Loop.

The Nike Sport Loop will also get remixed in “Hyper Crimson/Neptune Green” and “World Indigo/Lime Blast” while the Nike Sport Band can be seen in “Black/Lime Blast” and “Midnight Turquoise/Aurora Green.”

Lastly, is the Hermès version which features a Blanc Swift Leather Allover Print Double Tour, Noir Gala Leather Single Tour Rallye, and Noir Swift Leather Allover Print bands.

Prices for the Apple Watch bands start at $49. Check them out at Apple.com.