Best of CH 2014: Link About It

The creative people and world-changing achievements we're celebrating in our look back on the year in news

Mainstream news outlets will quickly point out all of the worrisome aspects that happened in the world this year, but at CH HQ, we always try to focus on intelligent ways to move forward. 2014 showed us that there are plenty of people who are wholeheartedly dedicated to making Earth a better place. The inspiring voices of those who passed are sure to prompt new …

Best of CH 2014: Interviews

From a cyborg activist to a surfboard shaper to a musician, comedian, fashion designer and more, our look back at the people we spoke with this year

This year we spoke with an incredible pool of talented individuals, and narrowing it down to a select few feels a little unfair. While an almost equally interchangeable list of interviews would include Sharon Jones, Erik Spiekermann, Ingo Maurer, Iggy Pop, Iris van Herpen, Ai Weiwei, Peanut Butter Wolf and so many outstanding chefs, designers, artists and DJs, below are 10 people who put such …

Best of CH 2014: ListenUp

Spaced-out synth solos, vocal experiments, emoji videos, exciting newcomers, legendary acts and so much more in the year's musical highlights

As we bid adieu to 2014, we take a look back at the hundreds of new songs and albums (and even our own 4/20-themed playlist) we shared with our readers. While we said goodbye this year to a few music legends who have shaped today’s contemporary sound, we also warmly welcomed stellar debuts from emerging talents across all ages and genres—and veterans with long-awaited comebacks. …