Tuesday Notes for January 16th, 2024
This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that guides you through the biggest cultural stories of the day.
Sports
Seven NBA Observations on the Spurs, Trade Rumors, and the Lakers’ Next Move
Seven NBA Observations on the Spurs, Trade Rumors, and the Lakers’ Next Move
San Antonio desperately needs a point guard to pair with Victor Wembanyama. Who should it target? Plus, examining the Lakers, Kings, and Hawks ahead of the trade deadline.
Kevin O’Connor
The Hot Read, Wild-Card Round: Where Do the Eagles Go From Here?
The Hot Read, Wild-Card Round: Where Do the Eagles Go From Here?
Philadelphia’s stunning collapse brings questions about the team’s future. Plus: Why the Lions can win the Super Bowl, the incredible playoff debuts from Jordan Love and C.J. Stroud, award picks, and more.
Ben Solak
LOOK: Michigan's 'Fab Five' reunite at Crisler Center for first time in three decades
LOOK: Michigan’s ‘Fab Five’ reunite at Crisler Center for first time in three decades
Jalen Rose, Chris Webber, Juwan Howard, Jimmy King and Ray Jackson were one of the more storied groups in college basketball history
Chris Bengel
Business x Finance x Technology
Getting “forever chemicals” out of drinking water is expensive
Getting “forever chemicals” out of drinking water is expensive
Can water utilities meet the EPA’s new standard for PFAS?
Charles Schmidt, Undark Magazine
Media
2023 Emmys Ties Record for Most Winning Actors of Color
2023 Emmys Ties Record for Most Winning Actors of Color
Five of the 12 acting Emmys handed out Monday night went to nonwhite performers.
Rebecca Sun
Fashion
Maison Kitsuné presents its Spring 2024 Campaign “Born a Flâneur”
Maison Kitsuné presents its Spring 2024 Campaign “Born a Flâneur” - Fucking Young!
The campaign features two rising stars of the music scene, Lomijoh and Pierre de Maere.
African Fashion Predictions for 2024
African Fashion Predictions for 2024
‘OkayAfrica’ speaks to fashion insiders on the trends that will go big this year.
Bernard Dayo
Sneakers
Nike Dunk Low WMNS “Black Croc” FJ2260-003 | Nice Kicks
Nike Dunk Low WMNS “Black Croc” sports patent leather black croc overlays and Swooshes. Head to Nice Kicks for more info.
Mallory Chin
Nike Dunk Low Next Nature FN6345-001 | Nice Kicks
Nike Dunk Low Next Nature “Platinum Violet” is made from at least 20% recycled materials. Head to Nice Kicks for more info.
Mallory Chin
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