Thursday Notes for October 16th, 2025
Culture
Sneakers
adidas Samba “Rhinestone”
adidas Samba “Rhinestone”
The adidas Samba is getting a makeover that will make your feet shine bright! Learn more about the adidas Samba “Rhinestone” on Nice Kicks.
Nice Kicks
Fear of God Athletics x adidas II BASKETBALL Low “Purple”
Fear of God Athletics x adidas II BASKETBALL Low “Purple”
The Fear of God Athletics x adidas collection is growing with its new model, II Basketball. Head to Nice Kicks for more info.
Nice Kicks
Sports
What we learned about 14 NBA contenders this preseason
What we learned about 14 NBA contenders this preseason
The NBA preseason wraps up Friday. Here are the most noteworthy storylines from 14 of the league’s most intriguing teams.
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The Uristocrat Store features a carefully selected collection of products that align with the topics we cover—from streetwear and sneaker culture essentials to lifestyle pieces for the modern tastemaker.
Uristocrat Off White Tee
• 100% cotton • Fabric weight: 5.0–5.3 oz/yd² (170-180 g/m²) • Open-end yarn • Tubular fabric • Taped neck and shoulders • Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem
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Uristocrat Champion hoodie
• 50% cotton, 50% polyester • Fabric weight: 9 oz./yd.² (305 g/m²) • Regular fit • Set-in sleeves • Two-ply hood • Dyed-to-match drawcord • Kangaroo pocket • Heavy rib-knit waistband and cuffs • Embroidered “C” logo on the left cuff Disclaimer: Size up for a looser fit.
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Technology
An Interview with Gracelin Baskaran About Rare Earths
An Interview with Gracelin Baskaran About Rare Earths
An interview with Dr. Gracelin Baskaran about rare earths: how did the U.S. become dependent on China, and how do we fix the problem going forward?
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