Kim Kardashian Calls On The North Face for SKIMS Ski Collab
No stranger to the slopes, mogul multi-hyphenate Kim Kardashian has teamed up with The North Face for a SKIMS collaboration rooted in skiing. Leaning into the bodysuit styling Kim K’s $4 billion brand is known for and the outdoor layering TNF has mastered for over 50 years, the earth-tone apparel features head-to-toe coverage ranging from Lycra adaptive bodysuits to co-branded Denali fleece jackets. The exclusive collection will be released on Dec. 10 online and in-store. This is just the latest partnership Kardashian and Co. have secured at SKIMS, boasting previous agreements with the NBA, Team USA, and Dolce & Gabbana.
Bitcoin Breaks $100K Milestone For First Time Ever
For the first time in its 16-year history, Bitcoin is officially in six-figure form. The cryptocurrency topped $100,000 in value late Wednesday following crypto champion Paul Akin’s assumed appointment as the next chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission. With prices peaking at nearly $104,000 before falling to hover around $100,000 on Thursday, the almost 7% rise in one day is a major storyline in 2024’s Bitcoin boom.
WNBA Introduces Toronto Tempo as Official Name of 2026 Expansion Team
The WNBA is headed north. On Thursday morning, the Toronto Tempo were officially announced as the first Canadian team in the league’s 27-year history. Acting as the only international franchise in the W, the Tempo will take the court in 2026 following the expansion plan sparked by the Golden State Valkyries‘ debut in 2025.
Pantone Names ‘Mocha Mousse’ as the 2025 Color of the Year
The upcoming year is already off to a sweet start. Pantone named Mocha Mousse as the Color of the Year heading into 2025, taking a page from the dessert menu and popular culture’s embrace of brown tones. As seen on Travis Scott sneaker collaborations and Kamala Harris suiting, the earth tone is already abuzz amongst influencers and designers.
Tommy Richman’s ‘Million Dollar Baby’ Tops US TikTok Charts in 2024
Tommy Richman‘s rise from online obscurity to Billboard virality has been officially stamped by the platform that saw it all. Year-end charts from TikTok place the ‘VHS’ version of his smash hit “MILLION DOLLAR BABY” as the most popular song across America on said social media platform. Famously, a TikTok teaser of the tune being played in a studio session catapulted early interest in the four-time Platinum record released by the Brent Faiyaz protege.
Nike to Release Kobe 6 ‘Grinch’ Football Cleats on Christmas Eve
The athletic and aesthetic inspiration of Kobe Bryant continues to live on through sport and fashion. On Christmas Eve, Nike is expected to release 2010’s famed Nike Kobe 6 “Grinch” in cleat form. Famously, the scaled sneakers born on the basketball court were inspired by soccer and have since taken fandom across American football by way of NFL endorsement.
GloRilla Finishes 2024 as Billboard’s Top Female Rapper
After appearing at the No. 6 spot on Billboard’s Hottest Female Rappers list in June, Memphis MC GloRilla is ending 2024 with the top spot. The second-half swing comes largely from Glo’s lauded debut album, GLORIOUS, which arrived at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 back in October. Favorites Megan Thee Stallion, Nicki Minaj, Sexxy Red, Latto, Doechii, Doja Cat, JT, Rhapsody, and Cardi B round out the remaining spots on the top 10 list.
YouTube Co-Founder Steve Chen Launches 100x Sports Agency
After an illustrious era in the digital video space, YouTube co-founder Steve Chen is leading an investment group set on connecting top talent across sports with leading entrepreneurs across industries. 100x Sports, dubbed a “next-gen sports agency,” is backed by VC firm SparkLabs Group and Trademark Capital. Currently, 100x represents Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield with advisory and direction led by former Nike Korea CEO David Song, retired NBA All-Star Nick Van Exel, and poker legend turned angel investor Phil Hellmuth.
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