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Hypebeast
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
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Who Decides War Returns to the Jordan Flight Court
Name:Who Decides War x Jordan Flight Court 'Muslin'Colorway:Coconut Milk/Varsity Red/MuslinSKU:HQ2958-100MSRP:$115 USDRelease Date:Summer 2025Where to Buy:Nike Ev BravadoandTela D'Amore'sco-founded label,Who Decides War, played an important role forJordan Brandby ushering in its newJordan Flight Courtsilhouette late last year. The two collaborated on ablack colorwayof the new lifestyle model, bringing attention to its initial rollout. Now, D'Amore has shared a preview of a second Who Decides War x Jordan Flight Court, unveiling a 'Muslin' version of the sneaker. Our first look at the model sees it sport many similar details to its predecessor. Off-white hues combines across the upper while special stitching has again been scattered throughout. Who Decides War's bullet logo is visible behind the semi-translucent heel overlay that hosts red Jumpman branding. Red 'The World Is Your Court' text is another revisited detail, hiding at the interior side of the tongue to complete this early preview. At the time of writing, neither Who Decides War nor Jordan Brand have confirmed when their 'Muslin' iteration of the Jordan Flight Court will be dropping. Stay tuned for updates, including official images of the kicks, as we currently expect them to arrive this summer via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $115 USD.
Hypebeast
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Nike Reveals the Air Jordan 3 "Starfish"
Name:Air Jordan 3 'Starfish'Colorway:Fossil/Starfish/SailSKU:IH7694-200MSRP:$200 USDRelease Date:July 11Where to Buy:Nike It may not be celebrating an anniversary this month, but theAir Jordan 3continues to take on new Brandhas been working on everything from a special'Seoul 2.0'colorway that dropped last month to arumored Levi's collaborationfor next year and is back with yet another pair, offering a fresh 'Starfish' finish. Our first preview of this new Air Jordan 3 'Starfish' features all of its key details highlighted, starting with its 'Fossil'-colored upper that sees the light brown hue cover canvas, textile, and rough suede layers. It pairs with the shoe's signature 'Starfish' orange, which begins at the mudguards and continues at the lining and Jumpman branding situated at both the tongue and heel. Its Air-backed sole unit combines white and a touch of beige at the midsole while a semi-translucent outsole completes the look. At the time of writing, Jordan Brand has not yet confirmed when this new 'Starfish' take on the Air Jordan 3 will be releasing. Stay tuned for updates as we currently expect it to release on July 11 in women's sizing via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $200 USD.
Hypebeast
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Is the Air Jordan 14 "Black/University Blue" Returning Next Year?
Name:Air Jordan 14 'Black/University Blue' (2006 pair pictured above)Colorway:Black/White/University Blue/Metallic SilverStyle Code:487471-002MSRP:$210 USDRelease Date:Spring 2026Where to Buy:Nike When it comes toJordan Brand'sfootwear lineups, its latest advancements in performance models are joined by retro hits. While classics like theAir Jordan 1and5, both of which are celebrating anniversaries this year, are mainstays, the Jumpman team continues to regularly offer many of its less prominent models as well. For theAir Jordan 14, we're awaiting the return of the bright red'Ferrari'colorway as what will likely be the sneaker's only release in 2025. However, looking ahead to next year, a newrumor reportfrom SneakerMarketRO indicates that there's more on the way for the silhouette. According to the sneaker industry insiders, 2006's 'Black/University Blue' color scheme will be revisited for the first time, 20 years after making its debut. While we lack an initial preview of the pair, you can expect it to come equipped with all of its original details, including its black Durabuck and suede upper with 'University Blue' accents. At the time of writing, Jordan Brand has not yet confirmed that the 'Black/University Blue' colorway of the Air Jordan 14 will be returning next year. Stay tuned for updates, including a first look at the 2026 version of the shoe, as we currently expect it to release during the first quarter of 2026 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $210 USD.
Daily Record
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Super Mario fans only just discover real-life inspiration behind video game icon's name
Iconic Nintendo character Super Mario is known the world over, but the back story on how he got his name is not so well-known – until now Nintendo's Mario is undeniably one of the most iconic video game characters ever created – yet, surprisingly, fans are only now uncovering the origins of the Italian plumber's name. Gaming enthusiasts are likely familiar with him not just being the face of the Super Mario series and numerous other games within the expansive Mario franchise, but also as the gaming company's beloved mascot. The Mario franchise holds the title of the highest-selling video game franchise, boasting an impressive 830 million copies sold worldwide – with a staggering 430 million attributed solely to Super Mario games. Mario's image is ubiquitous, often spotted at costume parties and Halloween gatherings, and he's an instantly recognisable figure globally. However, the story behind his moniker remains a mystery to many. Mario made his debut in the 1981 classic Donkey Kong, initially known as "Jumpman". It wasn't until the 1982 sequel, Donkey Kong Jr, that he was rechristened Mario, marking the beginning of his meteoric rise to international fame. Recently, fans were astonished to discover the reason behind the name change and how the developers arrived at the name Mario. A curious fan posed the question on Quora, inquiring "Why is Mario called Mario?" Those in the know promptly shared their insights, revealing the fascinating origins of the name. It transpired that Mario was named after Mario Segale, an American entrepreneur and real estate developer. Segale, the proprietor of a warehouse in Tukwila, Washington, found himself inadvertently etched into gaming history when Nintendo, his tenants in the early 1980s, fell behind on rent. Minoru Arakawa, the founder and former president of Nintendo of America, was confronted by an irate Segale demanding payment. But it was an encounter that would spark inspiration within the team. A Quora user remarked: "Could have been Shigeru Miyamoto, but I'm going with former Nintendo of America president Minoru Arakawa as a means to mock their then-landlord Mario Segale, which in turn, turned Jumpman into Mario when the character became the antagonist in Donkey Kong Jr." Another individual clarified: "Mario is called Mario because he was named after Mario Segale, who was the landlord of Nintendo of America's office, after barging in on a company meeting to demand payment of overdue rent." Jeff Ryan delves into this anecdote in his 2011 book, Super Mario: How Nintendo Conquered America, suggesting that Segale's animated frustration over the rent, in which he "jumped up and down himself", mirrored Jumpman's own movements. He wrote: "Around this time, the Tukwila warehouse's owner showed up in person to angrily remind Arakawa about the rent. As the legend goes, the owner, Mario Segale, interrupted a conversation over what to call Jumpman. Segale said his piece, and he grew so incensed he almost jumped up and down himself. "After the landlord left, the eviction threat delivered, someone suggested the name Mario. It was a joke, since both men had moustaches. But everyone liked the name. "If Mr Segale had only shaved that morning, who can say what name the character on the screen might have been given? Super Carlos? Super Ivan? Super Stavros? Would that alternate-universe name have made a difference in Nintendo's success? Under any other name, would Mario play as sweet?" Mario will next appear in Mario Kart World for the Nintendo Switch 2, which will be released as a launch game for the new console on June 5.
Hypebeast
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
The Air Jordan 11 "Grand Finale" Arrives This November
Name:Air Jordan 11 'Grand Finale'Colorway:Sail/Pearl Grey/White/Metallic SilverSKU:AR0715-110MSRP:$230 USDRelease Date:November 11Where to Buy:Nike Update:The 30th anniversary of the Air Jordan 11 may not be receiving as much attention as the Air Jordan 1's four decade run, but there's still plenty of opportunities to celebrate on the way. The 'Sail' pair that we first spotted last month is actually named the 'Grand Finale' colorway and has again been previewed. Our latest look at the shoe sees how its white, gray, off-white, and silver composition comes together. Release remains set for November 11 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $230 USD in women's sizing. Update:One of several Air Jordan 11s rumored to be dropping this year is a new 'Sail' colorway. Now, we have a first look at the pair, confirming both its release date and color composition. The sneaker sports a 'Pearl Grey' patent leather mudguard beneath a 'Sail' upper that is complemented by a white midsole and semi-translucent grey outsole. 'Metallic Silver' even enters the mix at the collar's Jumpman branding. Release is now set to take place on November 11 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers in women's sizing at a starting price of $230 USD. Original Story:While many are anticipatingJordan Brand's40th anniversary celebration of theAir Jordan 1in 2025, theAir Jordan 11is poised to have a major year of its own as Nike will commemorate the silhouette's 30th anniversary. While not nearly as many AJ11s will be dropping, we already know of multiple releases coming next year, including the return of the'Gamma Blue'colorway and the debut of a'Rare Air'pair. Adding to the list of looks rumored to be landing on shelves next holiday season, zSneakerHeadz and Sneaker Files havereportedthat a new 'Sail' colorway is in the works. While we don't have any images of the sneaker just yet (a mock-up is pictured above), we do know that it will sport a color composition of 'Sail,' 'Pearly Grey,' 'White' and 'Metallic Silver.' At the time of writing, Jordan Brand has yet to confirm that a 'Sail' rendition of the Air Jordan 11 will be arriving next year. Stay tuned for updates, including a first look at the pair, as we currently expect it to arrive next holiday season via Nike SNKRS and select retailers at a starting price of $230 USD in women's sizing.
