Anyone who works as a freelancer these days has to be at least a bit familiar with techie things. But it isn’t just that. When I was a kid and those vaguely SF puppet shows were on the television and all the other kids wanted to be Greg Gogetem or Steve Savetheuniverse, I wanted to be the guy in a white coat and glasses called Doc or Brains. Here are some technology-related feeds I find useful and/or entertaining.
Mashable » 'Django' Actress Says LAPD Detained Her for Kissing Husband
Daniele Watts, who had a minor role in Django Unchained, says she was briefly held by police officers after she engaged in public affection with her white husband. "Today I was handcuffed and detained by 2 police officers from the Studio City Police Department after refusing to agree that I had done something wrong by showing affection, fully clothed, in a … [Link]
Slashdot » Chrome For Mac Drops 32-bit Build
jones_supa writes Google has revealed that it's launching the finished 64-bit version of Chrome 39 for OS X this November, which already brought benefits in speed, security and stability on Windows. However at this point the 32-bit build for Mac will cease to exist. Just to make it clear, this decision does not apply to Windows and Linux builds, at … [Link]
Mashable » Memorial Statue of Singer Amy Winehouse Unveiled in London
Fans of the late Amy Winehouse gathered on Sunday at Stables Market in Camden, North London to witness the unveiling of a memorial statue created in the singer's likeness The bronze sculpture was positioned in the center of the market on the anniversary of what would have been Winehouse's 31st birthday, BBC News reports. The singer died three years ago from … [Link]
Slashdot » Solar Powered Technology Enhances Oil Recovery
mdsolar writes with this story of a company that uses solar energy to recover crude oil. Royal Dutch Shell has teamed with a sovereign investment fund from Oman to invest $53 million in a company that manufactures solar power equipment designed for increasing oil production. Glasspoint Solar Inc. installs aluminum mirrors near oil fields that concentrate solar radiation on insulated … [Link]
Mashable » United Nations Reveals List of Leaders Attending Upcoming Climate Summit
The United Nations Secretary-General's daylong Climate Summit in New York on Sept. 23 will draw about 120 heads of state, and many lower-ranking officials, according to a list of speakers the U.N. released this week. President Barack Obama will attend on behalf of the U.S., but China and India — the first and third-largest emitters of carbon dioxide — will be … [Link]
Slashdot » 3D-Printed Car Takes Its First Test Drive
An anonymous reader points out this advancement in 3D printing. This week, at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago, Arizona-based automobile manufacturer Local Motors stole the show. Over the six day span of the IMTS, the company managed to 3D print, and assemble an entire automobile, called the "Strati", live in front of spectators. Although the Strati is … [Link]
Mashable » Miley Cyrus Covers Led Zeppelin's Powerful 'Babe I'm Gonna Leave You'
Miley Cyrus took on Robert Plant's gritty soaring vocals in her cover of Led Zeppelin's "Babe I'm Gonna Leave You," a song on the band's self-titled debut album from 1969. Although Joan Baez initially performed a folksy version of the tune in 1962, Led Zeppelin popularized it. Now, headline-magnet Cyrus has put her stamp on it See also: U2's Manager Responds … [Link]
Slashdot » Navy Guilty of Illegally Broad Online Searches: Child Porn Conviction Overturned
An anonymous reader writes In a 2-1 decision, the 9th Circuit Court ruled that Navy investigators regularly run illegally broad online surveillance operations that cross the line of military enforcement and civilian law. The findings overturned the conviction of Michael Dreyer for distributing child pornography. The illegal material was found by NCIS agent Steve Logan searching for "any computers located … [Link]
Mashable » 'Doctor Who' Episode 4 Recap: The Doctor Faces His Fears
So far, this season of Doctor Who has been about contrast There was a dark episode with "Into the Dalek," then a touch of lightness with "Robot of Sherwood," and, in keeping with the balance, this week served up a scary hour with “Listen.” Of course, Doctor Who is a show that’s famous for it's frights, with some of the most … [Link]
Mashable » Fourth Doctor Dies of Ebola in Sierra Leone
FREETOWN, Sierra Leone — Sierra Leone has lost a fourth doctor to Ebola after a failed effort to transfer her abroad for medical treatment, a government official said Sunday. The loss is a huge setback to the impoverished country, which is battling the virulent disease amid a shortage of health-care workers. Dr. Olivet Buck died late Saturday, hours after the World … [Link]
Mashable » Samsung Trolls iPhone 6 Plus in Sarcastic New Ad
By now, everyone knows that Apple recently unveiled the iPhone 6 Plus with a larger 5.5.-inch display — an announcement that has left rival Samsung majorly peeved. So peeved, in fact, that the company released an ad that throws serious shade at Apple and the tech experts who disparaged the Samsung Galaxy Note's large size, Mashable included See also: iPhone … [Link]
Mashable » Fierce Hurricane Odile Threatens Baja Vacation Paradise
Hurricane Odile intensified from a Category 1 storm to a Category 4 monster in less than a day, and is forecast to make landfall near Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, on Sunday night. Cabo is a popular resort town on the southern tip of the Baja Peninsula, and the city could see winds exceeding 100 miles per hour, along with a damaging … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Montreal Comic Con 2014 in Pictures – Part I [Gallery]
Ahhh Montreal Comic Con, the one time each year I get to cover a convention myself, and as with the past few years, I was there to take photos of the event for you guys! The 2014 edition was a blast! I HAD SO MUCH FUN! I also got the chance to meet many of you guys! You were all … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Why I Cosplay: A Look at What Motivates People to Cosplay [Video]
An interesting look at why people cosplay. Why do YOU cosplay? For love? Fame? Fortune? Just to have fun and find new friends? Let us know in the comments below! [Buzzfeed] [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » What Your Body Does When You’re In Love [Science Video]
Here’s why falling in love feels so good to people… [Buzzfeed] [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » An Animatronic Version of Rocket Raccoon [Video]
I’m not sure what the little guy is saying, but it seems like he’s talking back after being asked some questions. Please keep that thing away from me! [Via IO9] [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » FOL’AMOR: A Short Animated Fantasy Film About a High-Born Lady, a Young Knight, and a Sword [Video]
A high-born lady and a young knight are frolicking in the forest when they come across Excalibur, which leads them to a silly game of seduction. [gobelins | Via TMS] [Link]
Slashdot » Sapphire Glass Didn't Pass iPhone Drop Test According to Reports
SternisheFan notes reports about why Apple didn't use sapphire glass screens in the latest iPhones as many expected. Sapphire screens were part of the iPhone 6 design until the glass repeatedly cracked during standard drop tests conducted by Apple suppliers. So Apple abandoned its sapphire plans before the iPhone 6 product launch September 9. VentureBeat has learned that recent supplier … [Link]
Mashable » Jay Z Lyric Change Hints That Queen Bey Might Be Pregnant Again
Ring the alarm: Queen Bey may be expecting another child. Rumors of a second Beyonce pregnancy abound after an alleged hint from Jay Z during the couple's On The Run tour performance in Paris on Friday night. See also: This Vine Shows That Blue Ivy Is Beyoncé's Biggest Fan In an Instagram video that first appeared on Vibe.com, Jay Z can … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Brains can power up to get around Alzheimer's plaques
Can people really ramp up their brain activity to compensate for the protein clumps associated with Alzheimer's disease? 
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Mashable » 15 Sticky Photos of Amsterdam's Tomato Fest
Food fights are certainly one way to get a point across Dutch people gathered in Amsterdam for Tomato Fest (or Tomatengevecht) on Sunday to protest Russia's embargo on foods imported from the European Union, according to CNN. Russia imposed the embargo in response to western sanctions against the country See also: The World's Largest Tomato Food Fight In Amsterdam's Dam Square, … [Link]
Slashdot » KDevelop 4.7.0 Released
KDE Community (3396057) writes "KDevelop team is proud to announce the final release of KDevelop 4.7.0. This release is special, as it marks the end of the KDE4 era for us. As such, KDevelop 4.7.0 comes with a long-term stability guarantee. The CMake support was improved and extended to ensure that all idioms needed for KF5 development are available. The … [Link]
Slashdot » School Installs Biometric Fingerprint System For Cafeteria
An anonymous reader writes with news about a school in England that has introduced a cashless cafeteria system that is raising some privacy concerns among some. Stourbridge students will soon be able to pay for their lunch without searching their pockets for change. Redhill School has spent £20,000 updating its dining facilities and introducing a cashless catering system. The system … [Link]
Mashable » 15 Clever DIY Anthropologie Hacks for Your Home
All those quirky, rustic home goods at Anthropologie are just too adorable to resist — as long as you don't look at the price tag. Every time you walk into a store, you probably think, "One day, I'm going to buy this." But even the most budget-savvy shopper can get that Anthro-look without shelling out a ton of cash by making … [Link]
Mashable » Arab States Reportedly Offer to Conduct Airstrikes in Battle Against ISIS
Several unnamed Arab countries are willing to conduct airstrikes against the Islamic State in conjunction with the United States, Britain and other countries, according to a report published Sunday. The addition of Arab military support to the coalition would be a major boost for the Obama administration's efforts to form a wide coalition, and to convince Arab states that it is … [Link]
Mashable » Mystery Solved: The People in the 9/11 Wedding Photo
Fred Mahe arrived at work like many others did on the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, to a scene of horror. A former sales account director for Thomson Financial, he worked in Tower 2 on the 77th floor "I came out of the subway at 8:45 [a.m.] and saw the airplane tire, and knew something was desperately wrong," Mahe told Mashable … [Link]
Mashable » Golfer Greg Norman Injures Hand in Chainsaw Accident, Lives to Tweet About It
Australian golfer Greg Norman nearly severed his left hand with a chainsaw on Saturday. Norman, the Hall of Fame golfer and entrepreneur, was cutting back trees in his South Florida home when the weight of a branch pulled his left hand toward the chainsaw. He said the blade hit him just below where a person would be wearing a wrist watch. … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Star S’Mores: A Sesame Street Parody of Star Wars [Video]
A long time ago in a cookies and milky way galaxy far, far away…Princess Parfaita was taken prisoner by the evil Galactic Empire and had to be saved by a group of unlikely heroes including the young Luke Piewalker, Flan Solo, and Chewie the Cookie. [Sesame Street] [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » EPIC NINJA ACTION [Video]
Warning: Animated violence. Believe or not, this awesome animation was made over a 9-year period (2003-2012.) Now that’s what I call dedication, From Ninja Action: An animated action movie in vein of old console games. Inspired by and partially borrowed from games like Mortal Kombat, BattleToads, Double Dragon, Street Fighter, and Street of Rage. Chinese movies of 80s-90s starring Jackie … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Tidal Wave [Comic]
[Source: Sara Zimmerman – Unearthed Comics | Like "Unearthed Comics" on Facebook] [Link]
Slashdot » Indian Mars Mission Has Completed 95% of Its Journey Without a Hitch
First time accepted submitter rinka writes India's Mars Orbiter Mission, known as Mangalyaan, has made some progress since we last discussed it. The mission is on target and has completed 95% of it's journey. It will reach its destination before the end of the month. Scientists will undertake a "challenging task" on September 24 when they will restart the onboard … [Link]
Mashable » 12 Selfie Tips You Can Learn From Animals
Taking a perfect selfie is difficult. Between the angle, filters, lighting and endless facial expressions you can make, it can be tough to hone each variable for the ideal photograph See also: 2 Bananas, 1,135 Feet and 1 Ridiculously Dangerous Selfie Before throwing your phone in frustration, take a tip from the animal kingdom. You don't need opposable thumbs to take … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 100s of Geektastic Tees at Ridiculously Low Prices
Our friends over at 80s tees are currently offering amazing deals on hundreds of geektastic t-shirts and other nerdy items. Many of them are priced at $10 or lower! If you’re looking for a few extra tees to complete your wardrobe, be sure to check these out! [100s of Geektastic Tees at Ridiculously Low Prices] [Link]
Mashable » American Man in North Korea Sentenced to 6 Years of Hard Labor
PYONGYANG, North Korea — North Korea's Supreme Court on Sunday sentenced a 24-year-old American man to six years of hard labor for entering the country illegally to commit espionage. At a trial that lasted about 90 minutes, the court said Matthew Miller of Bakersfield, California, tore up his tourist visa at Pyongyang's airport upon arrival on April 10, and admitted to … [Link]
Slashdot » Original 11' Star Trek Enterprise Model Being Restored Again
NormalVisual (565491) writes The original 11-foot U.S.S. Enterprise studio model from the original series has gone back into the shop again. The Smithsonian owns the model and has had it on display in a gift shop at the National Air and Space Museum for the last 13 years, but will be placed on display in the Boeing Milestones of Flight … [Link]
Mashable » 9 Beauty Tutorials That Are Cool Enough for School
Going back to school normally means switching up your personal routine a little — that includes your beauty regimen Whether that means washing out your purple streak for a conservative dress code, or adding a little mascara and lip gloss to your barefaced summer look, there are plenty of ways you can add something interesting (and school-themed) to your look. See … [Link]
Mashable » Scotland Independence Brings Rupert Murdoch Back in Political Spotlight
How naïve we were "Rupert Murdoch will never again be a force in British politics," everyone said three years ago as the phone-hacking scandal was fully exposed. Suddenly the man who'd been a force in political affairs in the United Kingdom since the late 1960s, was shamed into closing down his News of the World newspaper. And party leaders, who only … [Link]
Slashdot » High School Student Builds Gun That Unlocks With Your Fingerprint
An anonymous reader writes: Kai Kloepfer is a 17-year-old high school student from Colorado who just won the Smart Tech for Firearms Challenge. Kloepfer designed and built a smart gun that will only unlock and fire for users who supply the proper fingerprints. "The gun works by creating a user ID and locking in the fingerprint of each user allowed … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Ethical trap: robot paralysed by choice of who to save
Can a robot learn right from wrong? Attempts to imbue robots, self-driving cars and military machines with a sense of ethics reveal just how hard this is 
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Mashable » Australia to Deploy 600 Military Personnel to Middle East to Fight ISIS
SYDNEY — Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott announced that Australia will send 600 military personnel to the Middle East as part of an international bid to fight the Islamic State (ISIS). During a press conference in Darwin, Northern Territory on Sunday, Abbott said he would deploy 400 air personnel and 200 military personnel after a specific request from Washington to join … [Link]
Slashdot » If We Can't Kill Cancer, Can We Control It?
An anonymous reader sends this excerpt from The New Yorker: In April, [Dr. Eytan Stein] presented his findings to a packed auditorium at the annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research, in San Diego. It was the first public airing of the results of AG-221; patients with progressive [acute myelogenous leukemia] had never improved so quickly and definitively. … [Link]
Slashdot » NSA Metadata Collection Gets 90-Day Extension
schwit1 sends word that the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court has authorized a 90-day extension to the NSA's ability to collect bulk metadata about U.S. citizens' phone calls. In April, the House of Representatives passed a bill to limit the NSA's collection of metadata, but the Senate has been working on their version of the bill since then without yet voting … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » A Race Between a Real-Life Sonic and a TRAM [Video]
A 2-kilometer race between a man dressed as Sonic the Hedgehog and a public tram in Dublin City. Next, I want to see a race between him and a high-speed train. [Emlyn Lewis] [Link]
Mashable » 10 Job Openings Around the Country, Including Some You Can Do From Home
Are you on the job hunt? The Mashable Job Board is the ideal place to search for your next big move. More than 3,000 employers in tech and digital have posted on our board, and they're looking to fill positions from Mashable's community. Each week, we highlight 10 recently posted openings. Check out some of this week's newest listings, below, and … [Link]
Mashable » Juggling Classes and Career: 8 Tips for Holding Down a Job in College
For college students considering balancing their classes with a full- or part-time job, the idea of splitting time between coursework and a budding career can be daunting. Getting your resume together, searching for jobs and going through interviews is time-consuming — and you can easily make the excuse about focusing on school and "the college experience" — but it is possible … [Link]
Mashable » Trial Held in North Korea for American Who Violated Tourist Status
PYONGYANG, North Korea — A trial has been held in North Korea for U.S. citizen Matthew Miller, who had been detained since April. See also: North Korea Supports Scottish Independence The trial was held Sunday morning. Details were not immediately available. Miller, 24, of Bakersfield, California, was detained for violating his tourist status when he entered the country. The specific charges … [Link]
Mashable » 5 Can't-Miss Apps: 'Lego Star Wars' and More
With Apple finally unveiling its latest iPhones and highly anticipated smartwatch, you may have overlooked some of this week's best new apps Luckily, Mashable creates a roundup each weekend of our favorite new and updated apps, so you won't miss out. See also: 8 Fantastic Fitness Apps to Keep You Motivated This week's list includes the latest from Lego, Afterlight's … [Link]
Slashdot » Technological Solution For Texting While Driving Struggles For Traction
An anonymous reader writes: While legislators and police try to tackle the epidemic of distracted driving through education, regulation, and enforcement, Scott Tibbitts is trying to solve it through engineering. He developed a small device which, when plugged into a vehicle, would determine which phone belonged to the driver and shut off its texting and voice call capabilities. "The telematics … [Link]
Mashable » How to Save Money by Adding Vacation Time to Your Next Business Trip
Have you ever taken a weekend trip in a city you traveled to for work? If the answer's yes, you've partaken in "bleisure" travel, an increasingly popular trend and likely the worst portmanteau ever created. Despite its terrible name, combining work and play on the road makes a lot of sense See also: Where to See the Best Fall Foliage in … [Link]
Mashable » Astrophysicist Invents a $110 Earthquake Warning System
In the early hours of Aug. 24, a 6.0 magnitude earthquake jolted Californians awake in terror across the Bay Area. But one UC Berkeley professor received five seconds of warning from a $110 homemade device. Now, Josh Bloom has gone public with his invention to drive investment in a statewide early earthquake warning system California already has a warning system network … [Link]
Mashable » Ray Rice Makes First Appearance Since New Elevator Video Released
Ray Rice attended a high school football game Saturday — his first public appearance since a February surveillance camera video of him knocking his then-fiancée unconscious in an elevator was shared with the media. Rice, who was cut from the Baltimore Ravens and suspended indefinitely from playing for the NFL after the video was released, went to the game at New … [Link]
Mashable » 11 Awesome Moments From 'The Simpsons' Live Show
LOS ANGELES — Hank Azaria kicked off The Simpsons Take the Bowl live show Friday evening with a warning to the audience of devotees: The cast hadn't had a chance to rehearse much, so there might be some rough moments And, sure, it turned out to be a fair disclaimer See also: A Sneak Peek at the 'Simpsons'-'Family Guy' Crossover We … [Link]
Slashdot » US Patent Office Seeking Consultant That Can Stamp-out Fraud By Patent Examiners
McGruber writes: A month after Slashdot discussed "Every Day Is Goof-Off-At-Work Day At the US Patent and Trademark Office," the USPTO issued a statement that it is "committed to taking any measures necessary" to stop employees who review patents from lying about their hours and getting overtime pay and bonuses for work they didn't do. USPTO officials also told congressional … [Link]
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