Sneakers

Fear of God Athletics II Basketball Mid and High "Putty Beige" Release Set for March 2025

Discover the upcoming release of the Fear of God Athletics II Basketball sneakers in "Putty Beige," available in Mid and High versions on March 1, 2025, priced at $180 and $200 respectively. Features include LIGHTSTRIKE cushioning and a radial-patterned outsole.

Fashion

Patta Spring Summer '25

Patta's SS25 collection draws from shared community spaces worldwide — parks, beaches, corner stores — with LA artist Sideshow in a campaign that reflects Patta's multicultural roots.

Culture

Thursday Notes for February 13th, 2025

The February 13th, 2025 edition of Uristocrat Notes delivers the day's top stories across sneakers, sports, culture, and technology — right before Valentine's Day.

Business

3M Appoints David P. Bozeman to its Board of Directors

David P. Bozeman has joined 3M's Board of Directors, bringing industrial and manufacturing expertise to one of America's most recognized global companies.

Sneakers

Damian Lillard x adidas Superstar "Dame Time" Release

Damian Lillard and adidas celebrate his legacy with a limited Superstar in Dame Time colorway — a nod to his reputation as one of the game's most clutch players.

Culture

Hampton University Museum Reopens with Expanded Exhibits and Enhanced Visitor Experience

Hampton University Museum is back with new, expanded exhibits and upgraded facilities, reinforcing its role as a vital institution for Black history and visual culture.

Business

Q2 Appoints Andre Mintz to Board of Directors

Q2 Holdings appointed Andre Mintz to its Board of Directors, adding deep financial technology experience to the Austin-based banking software company.

Culture

Wednesday Notes for February 12th, 2025

The February 12th, 2025 edition of Uristocrat Notes — your daily read covering sneakers, sports, culture, and the tech stories making headlines midweek.

Art

Hebru Brantley Releases Girl With Flowers Print – A Tribute to Resilience and Recognition

Chicago-based artist Hebru Brantley drops Girl With Flowers, a new limited-edition print paying tribute to resilience through his signature figurative style.

Games

Sid Meier’s Civilization VII Launches Worldwide: The Next Era of Strategy Begins

Civilization VII has launched worldwide with new mechanics and systems — the latest chapter in the legendary strategy franchise that has defined the genre for decades.

Technology

Beats Unveils Powerbeats Pro 2: The Ultimate Workout Earphones with Heart Rate Monitoring

Beats has unveiled the Powerbeats Pro 2, featuring built-in heart rate monitoring — the biggest upgrade to its flagship workout earphone line to date.

Sports

‘Spirit’ Follows Philadelphia’s George Washington High School Cheer Team to the National Stage

The documentary Spirit follows George Washington High School's cheerleading squad in Philadelphia as they compete for a national championship, spotlighting grit, discipline, and community.