adidas Originals Stan Smith UPDT CC

Perhaps last year’s most popular casual sneaker, the iconic Stan Smith returns this season in a fresh, updated version from adidas Originals. Dubbed the Stan Smith UPDT CC, this subtly-tweaked silhouette is distinguished by an inner neoprene bootie for improved comfort and fit, along with perforated suede uppers and a cut-out tongue detail that add some much-needed ventilation for the summer months. Improved with contemporary design updates without losing the essence of its timeless style, the adidas Originals Stan Smith UPDT CC is available now at the HYPEBEAST Store.

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Freddie Gray’s Death Has Been Ruled A Homicide

Six Baltimore police officers have been charged, including one with murder, in the death of a black man who was arrested and suffered a fatal neck injury while riding in a moving police van, the city’s chief prosecutor said on Friday.

Prosecutor Marilyn Mosby said Freddie Gray, who died a week after his April 12 arrest, was in handcuffs and shackles but otherwise was not restrained inside the van. The officers failed to provide medical attention to Gray even though he asked for help on at least two occasions.

The death of 25-year-old Gray has become the latest flashpoint in a national outcry over the treatment of African-Americans and other minority groups by U.S. law enforcement.

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Nike Huarache City Pack (London, Berlin, Paris, Milan)

Europe’s been holding down the Nike Air Huarache retros well before the silhouette finally sparked some interest stateside last year. Maybe that’s why major cities like New York City and Shanghai, regulars in these City-specific affairs, are missing from the latest Huarache City Pack. The spots that are featured – Berlin, London, Paris, and Milan – all flawlessly blend a two-color combination atop Tinker Hatfield’s 1991 creation while a translucent heel support adds a nice spin on things. We don’t have an official release date pinned down just yet, but you can look for these pairs to start arriving at international retailers later this May. Check out more of Nike’s latest Huarache City Pack after the break and let us know which colorway you’re feeling by taking your thoughts to the comments section.

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