The VFX School was an online training platform focused primarily on Houdini-based FX simulation workflows. Its courses centred on effects such as destruction, fluids and pyro simulations, sometimes ...

A rare collection of tools and tricks used by legendary magician Harry Houdini for seemingly inexplicable escape acts — including handcuffs and neck and leg shackles — are now on display a century ...

This new piece of camping kit is designed to not only make it way easier to start a fire, but also keep your site free of smoke. That means you can comfortably enjoy the warmth from the flames, and ...

When Boopie Miller’s last-second halfcourt-heave touched nylon, Joe Bessner did not hesitate. “As soon as the ball went in the net,” he said, “I hit my big red button.” Flames shot into the air behind ...

Patagonia’s Houdini Jacket is a fan-favorite windbreaker for its barely-there feel, packable design and reliable weather protection, and now it’s seeing a rare markdown at REI. The ultra-popular ...

Stone Cold Steve Austin's entrance was simple and memorable: glass shattering and out comes the 'Rattlesnake' in his signature walk while his theme fills the arena. Because of how this worked for him, ...

From a dog’s unexpected reaction months after seeing a glass break to the heartwarming moment a woman found her "soul dog" in a shelter, pet stories have offered laughter and joy this week. If you ...

Halloween is on Friday but it also marks the 99th death anniversary of one of the most famous magicians ever. You may not have known, but Harry Houdini performed his last show in downtown Detroit ...

Oct. 17, 1924, was a magical day for Denton residents. Harry Houdini gave a lecture and demonstration at the College of Industrial Arts, present-day Texas Woman’s University. An Oct. 11 article in the ...

Howie Pyro, a founding member of New York City punk band D Generation, pioneering party DJ, and avid collector of music and movie ephemera, died Wednesday. He was 61. Pyro had undergone a liver ...

Pyros Fire Fresh Pizza in Tuscaloosa's Shoppes at Legacy Park has permanently closed. Several other businesses have also closed at the shopping center, including Bed, Bath and Beyond, Chuy's, and ...