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.
Slashdot » US Midterm Elections Discussion
November 4th will be election day in the U.S. Though the presidential race is still forming, this midterm election has lots of close races that may give a hint about the likely outcome in 2016. Many pundits and pollsters see a strong chance that Republicans will gain a majority in the Senate in Tuesday's election. Think of the discussion attached … [Link]
Slashdot » How Google Can Get the Flu Right
An anonymous reader writes Google Flu Trends was developed in 2009 to improve forecasts of flu levels in the U.S. by utilising Google search data. This early example showcased the potential which lies in the exploitation of human digital traces which all of us leave behind by using online services. The rise of Google Flu Trends was only stopped when … [Link]
Slashdot » Disney Patents a Piracy Free Search Engine
wabrandsma writes with this excerpt from Torrentfreak: Disney has just obtained a patent for a search engine that ranks sites based on various "authenticity" factors. One of the goals of the technology is to filter pirated material from search results while boosting the profile of copyright and trademark holders' websites. A new patent awarded to Disney Enterprises this week describes … [Link]
Mashable » Peshmerga forces provide much-needed help to fight ISIS in Kobani
ISTANBUL, Turkey — After days of anticipation, a convoy of reinforcements arrived this weekend in the Syrian town of Kobani (also known as Kobane), boosting morale among Kurdish forces there who have been fighting Islamic State militants for more than a month. Peshmerga forces from neighboring Iraq entered the town late Friday night, bringing with them superior weapons Kobani officials say … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Silent Hill: The Cosplay Fan Film [Video]
This surprisingly good Silent Hill fan film was made by cosplayers, and according to them, for cosplayers, but I disagree, everyone who likes the Silent Hill series should enjoy this! Starring: Stacey Roy, Ashley O’Neill, Kayla Tetreau, and Jeffrey Dykstra. [RP WhaBam] [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » While Children Sleep, Their Stuffed Teddy Bears Fight Away Horrors Under Their Beds [Short Film]
A fantastic short animated film featuring a teddy bear that fights away the horrors hidden under the bed of the kid it protects. [Tyler Novo | Via IO9] [Link]
Mashable » We're about to change cows' diets — yet again
Natural resources are dwindling, the human population could skyrocket to 9 billion by 2050 and the global demand for meat is expected to increase 70% over the next 35 years. Is eating insects the key to saving the world? That's what countless headlines have boasted over the past couple of months, and what several international organizations are still trying to figure … [Link]
Mashable » British-Iranian woman gets 1-year prison sentence for trying to watch volleyball game
Ghoncheh Ghavami, a 25-year old British-Iranian woman, has been sentenced to one year of prison in Iran for participating in a protest against the country's ban on women watching volleyball matches. The prison sentence was reported by Iranian media outlets and confirmed to The Associated Press by Ghavami's lawyer, who said the charge was "propagating against the ruling system [spreading propaganda … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » This is the Luggage You’ve Been Looking For: Star Wars R2-D2 Carry-On Luggage
This is indeed the carry-on luggage you’ve all been looking for! Carry on! From Thinkgeek: The Star Wars R2-D2 Carry-On Luggage is the best carry-on bag you could ever hope for. As R2-D2 protected Luke, so will this Star Wars R2-D2 Carry-On Luggage protect your underwear, shirts, socks, toothbrush, and everything else you need on your travels. It’s got a … [Link]
Slashdot » Windows 8 and 8.1 Pass 15% Market Share, Windows XP Drops Below 20% Mark
An anonymous reader writes Everyone is well-aware by now that Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 have not seen the impressive adoption rate of their predecessor. Yet the duo had a particularly good run last month, finally passing 15 percent market share together. Together, they owned 16.80 percent of the market at the end of October, up from 12.26 percent at … [Link]
Mashable » She's back: Rihanna returns to Instagram after 6-month absence
Rihanna fans, #RIHjoice: The pop star has been allowed to return to Instagram after a six-month hiatus. The singer's account on the photo-sharing platform was disabled in May after she posted some NSFW photos from her shoot with French magazine Lui. Some speculated that the account was shut down by Instagram due to its policy against photos of topless women, which … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » This Wonder Woman Cosplay Wins the Internet for Today [Pic]
We’ve already featured cosplayer Joanna Mari in our picture gallery from New York Comic Con 2014, but here’s another photo of her wearing her fantastic and very authentic-looking costume. Model: Joanna Mari Cosplay Photo: Ryan Louis Photography [Link]
Mashable » Two 'Star Trek' Halloween costumes reveal one man's recovery from cancer
From Jean-Luc Picard to William Riker: Here's a story about beating cancer, Star Trek-style. On Halloween night, Annalee Horne tweeted a photo of her friend and roommate, Tom Schutt, who recently beat cancer. Schutt, a high school math teacher in Washington, D.C., dressed as Captain Picard and Commander Riker from the Star Trek franchise for two consecutive Halloweens in 2013 and … [Link]
Mashable » Goodbye weekend plans: Internet Archive now lets you play 900 classic arcade games
Cancel whatever plans you had for the rest of today. The Internet Archive, a non-profit best known for backing up web pages, has added a collection of 900 video games from the 1970s to 1990s that can be played in your web browser — no coins required. See also: Mom, Dad: I'm Dropping Out of College to Become a Pro Gamer … [Link]
Mashable » After rapidly intensifying, Super Typhoon Nuri may be planet's strongest storm of 2014
UPDATE: 10:15 p.m. ET: A video (see below) recorded from the International Space Station on Sunday shows Super Typhoon Nuri moving over the planet in real-time. Discovered by Twitter user Earthspace (@earthspace101), the video offers a rare high-definition, top-down view of the powerful weather event. UPDATED: 5:30 p.m. ET: The Joint Typhoon Warning Center has officially upgraded the storm's intensity to … [Link]
Slashdot » Buying Goods To Make Nuclear Weapons On eBay, Alibaba, and Other Platforms
Lasrick (2629253) writes The blossoming of online Internet-trading platforms has at least one downside: insufficient inspectors and product controls when it comes to goods relevant to nuclear proliferation. "On Alibaba (and other platforms), one can purchase many of the specialized items needed for the manufacture of nuclear weapons. A short list of items advertised for sale on the site include … [Link]
Mashable » Ukraine separatists choose new leadership in controversial elections
DONETSK, Ukraine — The pro-Russian separatists have voted again. On Sunday, residents of the rebel-controlled Donetsk and Luhansk regions in eastern Ukraine turned out to elect new regional leaders and parliaments in a controversial slapdash election that Kiev and the West have decried as “illegitimate.” See also: In pictures, eastern Ukraine votes for new leaders in Russia-backed election They did so … [Link]
Mashable » Bank robbers in 'SNL' sketch are world's friendliest criminals
One sketch on this weekend's episode of Saturday Night Live started out like a typical thriller movie: Bank robbers storm into the building, and tell everyone to get down on the floor. But things quickly take an unexpected turn when they end up being the world's friendliest criminals. See also: ISIS members pitch to 'Shark Tank' judges in controversial 'SNL' sketch … [Link]
Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: How Useful Are DMARC and DKIM?
whoever57 writes How widely are DKIM and DMARC being implemented? Some time ago, Yahoo implemented strict checks on DKIM before accepting email, breaking many mailing lists. However, Spamassassin actually assigns a positive score (more likely to be spam) to DKIM-signed emails, unless the signer domain matches the from domain. Some email marketing companies don't provide a way for emails to … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Travel Through Hyrule with this MONOPOLY: The Legend of Zelda Collector’s Edition Board Game
Amazon has this beautiful The Legend of Zelda Collector’s Edition Monopoly board game that was recently released, and if you’re a “Legend of Zelda” fan or if you know one, this game is a must-have! The Legend of Zelda MONOPOLY takes players on a trip through time as they travel to the land of Hyrule and beyond. Memorable locations include … [Link]
Mashable » ISIS members pitch to 'Shark Tank' judges in controversial 'SNL' sketch
Chris Rock started his night on Saturday Night Live with a controversial monologue, and kept on rolling with the outrageous jokes as the episode went on. In one sketch, Rock and SNL cast members play ISIS militants who are pitching to judges on ABC reality show Shark Tank. See also: 'SNL' teaches us about workplace diversity in hilarious faux training video … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Can You Actually Erase Bad Memories? [Science!]
What if you could delete specific memories? ASAPScience shows you how it may already be possible in their new video! [AsapSCIENCE] [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Watch this Classical Orchestra Perform Before and After Eating the World’s Hottest Chili Peppers [Video]
You have to admire these people’s dedication to the music! The concentration and focus needed to play their instruments correctly must have helped a lot though, because as soon as they stop, you can see the devastating effect that the chili peppers have on them. Members of the Danish National Chamber Orchestra playing Tango Jalousie while eating the worlds hottest … [Link]
New Scientist – News » TTIP: Beware the treaty's empty economic promises
Politicians promise a bonanza of growth and jobs from the world's biggest ever trade deal, but their claims are based on biased models, warn two political economists 
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Mashable » New York City marathon runners battle wind and cold for glory
It’s difficult enough to run 26.2 miles in ideal weather conditions — just try doing it while facing 20- to 40-mph headwinds Some 50,000 runners were registered to participate in the New York City Marathon on Sunday morning, with brutal winds in the mid-20 mph range and reported gusts of up to 40 mph. The temperature throughout the morning hovered around … [Link]
Mashable » Mr. Men children's books reimagined for millennials
The Mr. Men and Little Miss children's book series, created by Roger Hargreaves, includes more than 90 illustrated stories about simple blob characters defined by one adjective. Mr. Happy was always happy, Little Miss Brainy was hyper-intelligent. The books helped children of the millennial generation easily understand their feelings and emotions and how those affected the lives of others. So why … [Link]
Slashdot » UN Climate Change Panel: It's Happening, and It's Almost Entirely Man's Fault
iONiUM writes The UN released a new climate change report which concludes that it is indeed happening, and it's almost entirely man's fault. From the article: "The IPCC was set up in 1988 to assess global warming and its impacts. The report released Sunday caps its latest assessment, a mega-review of 30,000 climate change studies that establishes with 95-percent certainty … [Link]
Mashable » 'SNL' teaches us about workplace diversity in hilarious faux training video
This weekend's episode of Saturday Night Live was hosted by Chris Rock, a comedian who is never one to shy away from controversy or uncomfortable discussions about race. The SNL sketch "Women in the Workplace" was no different. In it, Kate McKinnon and Cecily Strong are the hosts of an awkward '90s diversity-training video, while Rock plays a "diverse person." See … [Link]
Mashable » In pictures, eastern Ukraine votes for new leaders in Russia-backed election
DONETSK, Ukraine – The separatist-controlled territories of Donetsk and Luhansk in eastern Ukraine voted Sunday for new leaders and legislators in an election backed by Russia but called "illegitimate" by Kiev and the West, which have refused to recognize the vote. Separatist authorities argue that the vote in the so-called Donetsk and Luhansk "People's Republics" will legitimize their fledgling statelets. It … [Link]
Slashdot » Denuvo DRM Challenges Game Crackers
jones_supa writes Now that the PC gaming community has grown very large, it has become only a matter of hours before the copy protection of a major AAA title is cracked and put up for download after its official release, or sometimes, even before. However, it looks like CI Games is having great luck with its recently launched next-gen video … [Link]
Mashable » 10 job openings at top companies: New York Times, the Grammys and more
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 » Islamic State group kills 50 in Iraq, including children
BAGHDAD — Islamic State group extremists lined up and shot dead at least 50 Iraqi tribesmen, women and children Sunday, officials said, the latest mass slaying by militants who have killed some 150 members of the tribe in recent days. The killings, all committed in public, target the Sunni Al Bu Nimr tribe that the Islamic State group now apparently views … [Link]
Slashdot » Is Public Debate of Trade Agreements Against the Public Interest?
onproton writes The Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), currently being negotiated in secret, has been subject to numerous draft leaks that indicate these talks are potentially harmful to everything from public health to internet freedom. So why isn't the public involved, and why are the terms of the agreement being debated behind closed doors? According to New Zealand's current Trade Minister, … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazon Deal of the Day: 92% Off Cree 7W 300LM LED Torch Flashlight – $3.30 + FREE Shipping
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, Amazon has the Cree 7W 300LM LED Torch Flashlight for just $3.30 plus FREE shipping. That’s 92% off on the flashlight’s regular list price of $39.99. Super mini size, bright, blinding effect. Skid-proof design & waterproof design. Output bright can come to 300 lumens (MAX). Adjustable focus range for different usage, stretching … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » REMINDER: DON’T FORGET to Send Us Your Halloween Costume Pictures!
Hey geeks! Since we’re just past Halloween day, we’re asking you, dear readers, to send us pictures of your costumes! We’ll be posting a gallery of our favorites on Monday! Kindly email your pics to: feedback3@geeksaresexy.net You can also check out our reader-submitted Halloween photos from 2012 here and from 2013 here. Pictured above: [GAS] reader Stacey Roy. Thanks, Geeks! … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Halloween in Tokyo, Japan: Shibuya Crazy Costume Street Party [Video]
I don’t know about you guys, but Halloween over in Japan looks awesome. In the case of these video (below), it’s just like a special outdoor edition of Comic Con. From Tokyo Fashion: Halloween has exploded in popularity in Japan in the last few years, and this year’s Shibuya Halloween street party was the biggest and most insane that we’ve … [Link]
Slashdot » Real Net Neutrality Problem: 'Edge Provider' vs 'End User'
An anonymous reader writes At the Washington Post, Brett Frischmann elaborates on the theory that the continuing flaw with the FCC's Net-Neutrality strategy lies in the perverse distinction between "End User" and "Edge Provider". Succinctly: "The key to an open Internet is nondiscrimination and in particular, a prohibition on discrimination or prioritization based on the identity of the user (sender/receiver) … [Link]
Mashable » UN climate report urges end to fossil fuel emissions by 2100
COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Climate change is happening, it's almost entirely man's fault and limiting its impacts may require reducing greenhouse gas emissions to zero this century, the U.N.'s panel on climate science said Sunday. The fourth and final volume of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's giant climate assessment didn't offer any surprises, nor was it expected to, since it combined … [Link]
Slashdot » Will HP's $200 Stream 11 Make People Forget About Chromebooks?
theodp writes With an 11.6" screen, Windows 8.1, and free Office 365 for a year, the $199.99 solid-state HP Stream 11 laptop is positioned to make people think twice about Chromebooks (add $30 for the HP Stream 13). But will it? "The HP Stream 11 is clearly both inexpensive and a great value," writes Paul Thurrott. "At just $200, it's … [Link]
Mashable » 15 gadgets that instantly make cooking more fun
Let’s be honest: When it comes down to it, cooking is more often a mindless chore than a fun activity. Whether you don't know the difference between slicing a lemon crosswise versus lengthwise, or you always end baking experiments covered in flour dust, let's just concede that not everyone is as cheery as Julia Child. See also: 10 Apps to Help … [Link]
Slashdot » Space Tourism Isn't Worth Dying For
rudy_wayne writes with this opinion piece at Wired published in the wake of the crash of SpaceShipTwo, which calls the project nothing more than a "millionaire boondoggle thrill ride." A selection: SpaceShipTwo is not a Federation starship. It's not a vehicle for the exploration of frontiers. Virgin Galactic is building the world's most expensive roller coaster, the aerospace version of … [Link]
Slashdot » Reactions To Disgusting Images Predict a Persons Political Ideology
LuxuryYacht writes A new study shows that the way your brain responds to photos of of maggots, mutilated carcasses, and gunk in the kitchen sink gives a pretty good indication of whether you're liberal or conservative. "Remarkably, we found that the brain's response to a single disgusting image was enough to predict an individual's political ideology," Read Montague, a Virginia … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Vitamins are the Superheroes of Your Body. Here’s How they Work [Science Video]
Vitamins are the building blocks that keep our bodies running; they help build muscle and bone, capture energy, heal wounds and more. But if our body doesn’t create vitamins, how do they get into our system? Ginnie Trinh Nguyen describes what vitamins are, how they get into our bodies — and why they are so crucial. [Ted Ed | Via … [Link]
Mashable » Chris Rock jokes about Boston marathon and 9/11 in 'SNL' monologue
Chris Rock is a comedian who pushes boundaries, and that was certainly true when he returned to Saturday Night Live as host this weekend. See also: SNL star Michael Che doesn't understand street harassment In his opening monologue, Rock, who was a cast member on the show from 1990-93, made jokes that touched on the 2013 Boston marathon bombings and the … [Link]
Mashable » Doctor Who 'Dark Water' recap: Death takes a holiday… for action
Doctor Who is back on track. Whatever happens in the season finale next weekend, the penultimate episode has firmly pointed the show back in the right direction after a see-saw season that took us to both the height of suspense and the depths of ridiculousness. Say what you will about Peter Capaldi's first season as the Doctor, it's been anything but … [Link]
Mashable » The career benefits of training others
Every day is the same thing: Get to the office, check email, return messages, lunch, more email — and so on. If you're feeling stagnant in your career, it might be time to change things up. And one of the easiest ways to do so is by becoming a trainer An Evolllution study found 96% of employers believe ongoing education improves … [Link]
Mashable » Seven Dwarfs ride at Disney's Magic Kingdom catches fire
Firefighters have extinguished a fire at the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train ride at the Magic Kingdom park, Saturday night. The small fire, which didn't cause any injuries, may have been ignited by fireworks, witnesses told a local reporter in Orlando, Florida. See also: Disney Characters Become Part of Our Selfie-Obsessed World MORE: The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Ride just opened … [Link]
Mashable » Virgin Galactic crash investigation complicated by wide debris field
Debris from the SpaceShipTwo accident Friday in Mojave that killed one pilot and injured another stretches across five miles, complicating the National Transportation Safety Board's investigation into the crash, NTSB Acting Chairman Christopher Hart said during a media briefing Saturday night "We have our work cut out for us," Hart said at the Witt Event Center in Mojave, adding that the … [Link]
Slashdot » Rhode Island Comic Con Oversold, Overcrowded
New submitter RobertJ1729 writes The Rhode Island Comic Con (RICC) is in the middle of a complete meltdown as hundreds are turned away at the door or denied reentry due to the event organizers selling far more tickets than the venue can accomodate. The Providence Journal reports that "According to Providence Fire Chief David Soscia, too many people were being … [Link]
Mashable » This guy made ice wheels for his bike, and they are awesome
From the man who brought us real-life Wolverine claws and Magneto shoes that let you walk on the ceiling, comes a new invention that's just in time for the colder weather: A bike with ice wheels. Amateur inventor Colin Furze replaced his bicycle's wimpy rubber tires with something far more dangerous and fleeting. After making the icy bike wheels in … [Link]
Mashable » Tatyana McFadden's grand slam marathon life
U.S. Paralympic Athlete Tatyana McFadden is competing in the TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday, Nov. 1. She is the only person to win all four major marathons in one year: London, Boston, Chicago and New York City. Tatyana spent the first six years of her life in an orphanage in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Born with a condition known … [Link]
Mashable » 5 can't-miss apps: 'Monster Flash,' Tackk and more
With Microsoft officially unveiling its health-focused wearable and Google showing off the long-awaited Nexus 6, you may have overlooked some of this week's best new apps. Luckily, each weekend, we round up our favorite new and updated apps, so you won't miss out. See also: 10 Excellent Apps to Improve Your Commute This week's list includes the latest Star Wars … [Link]
Mashable » 5 key players in the 2014 midterms who aren't running for election
They are men, they are old, they are white (except for Barack Obama), and they are going to have a huge impact on how the 2014 midterm elections play out Elections in the United States are greatly influenced by a select few people who aren't running for office. The sitting president is generally one of those people, but most of them … [Link]
Slashdot » Video Raises Doubts About Attkisson's Claims of Malicious Hacking
Was former CBS News correspondent Sharyl Attkisson's computer hacked? Earlier claims that it was are being scoffed at by some security experts, after looking at cellphone video she has released intended to demonstrate that an intruder was deleting files. The video, say various commentators, may instead just indicate a stuck or faulty backspace key. It could be that both things … [Link]
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