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 » Romney v. Holyfield, the real 'fight of the century,' will be broadcast live on Periscope
For those underwhelmed by the lackluster Mayweather-Pacquiao bout, the actual "fight of the century" is tonight — and it won't cost you an arm and a leg to watch. Mitt "Bird Legs" Romney will duke it out with heavyweight legend Evander Holyfield Friday night in Salt Lake City for a match (or mismatch) that is sure to be one for the … [Link]
Slashdot » A Look At GTA V PC Performance and Image Quality At 4K
MojoKid writes: Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto series has been wildly successful for many years now, offering some of the edgiest story lines, game play tactics and objectives the gaming industry has ever seen. With psychopathic main characters, you are left in the depraved communities of Los Santos and Blaine County, to walk a path few would dare choose in real … [Link]
Mashable » Amtrak train possibly pelted or 'shot at' before crash, investigators say
The investigation into the Amtrak train derailment in Philadelphia this week took a new turn Friday as investigators began examining damage to the locomotive's windshield to see if it had been struck by an object or shot at shortly before the crash. See also: 'Pray for those injured': Passengers tell of horror in Philadelphia Amtrak crash The National Transportation Safety Board … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: AlchemyAPI, Yandex, Vine, and Expedia
Every day, the ProgrammableWeb team is busy, updating its three primary directories for APIs, clients (language-specific libraries or SDKs for consuming or providing APIs), and source code samples.
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Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Assassin’s Creed Syndicate: 7 Things You Need To Know
The world is not lacking Assassin’s Creed games, and now we have another one. But before you judge or say it is another clone, you need to know these seven things about the game first. You might just be surprised about what you find under the surface of this one. (Via OutsideXbox) The post Assassin’s Creed Syndicate: 7 Things You … [Link]
Slashdot » Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Gets Death Penalty In Boston Marathon Bombing
mpicpp writes with a link to the New York Times's version of story that a Boston jury earlier today returned a verdict of death in the Boston Marathon bombing. From that report: A federal jury on Friday condemned Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, a failed college student, to death for setting off bombs at the 2013 Boston Marathon that killed three people and … [Link]
Mashable » Why you shouldn't fear self-driving cars
A recent Associated Press report about accidents involving self-driving cars sent panic waves throughout the tech world, but the report had some issues, to say the least See also: Tesla 'Insane' button gives unsuspecting passengers a wild ride In light of the ensuing debate, we looked at why you should trust the future of self-driving cars on the latest episode … [Link]
Mashable » If Beyoncé and Mark Zuckerberg graced the walls of art museums
When Beyoncé goes to museums, she probably looks at priceless works of art and sings "let me upgrade you." Mag+Art, a Tumblr created by Eisen Bernardo, does the (Photoshop) work for her and matches up album and magazine covers with famous paintings they would fit right into See also: 15 Absurd Craigslist Missed Connections Vin Diesel looks pensive in a waistcoat … [Link]
Mashable » Louis C.K. went to Russia in 1994 to find laughter after the fall of Communism
Louis C.K. — father of two, voice of a generation, noted overeater — was honored by storytelling organization The Moth earlier this week In typical Louis fashion, the comedian accepted his award with surprising grace, followed by a 10-minute story recounting a long, strange trip he took to Russia in 1994 at the age of 27 Alone, without knowing any … [Link]
Mashable » Watch an entirely new (and unofficial) episode of 'Seinfeld'
Just because Seinfeld ended 17 years ago doesn't mean you can't watch new episodes. Seinfeld is remembered as one of the greatest sitcoms of all time. Unfortunately, the modern generation will probably have no understanding of Seinfeld unless they watch TBS, and even if they do that they probably won't understand most of the references. I mean, there is an … [Link]
Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: What's On Your Keychain?
kuhnto writes: I was playing with my key chain and started to wonder: what does everyone on Slashdot have on their key chains? What cool things do you have that you want to share? I'll start: car key, car alarm dongle, house key, Kingston USB Drive, AAA micro flashlight, and a Swiss-tech Utili-key. To extend this a bit: what other … [Link]
Mashable » Argentine soccer match cut short after hooligans reportedly pepper spray players
A matchup between two bitter rival Argentine soccer teams in Buenos Aires took a chaotic turn when one or more rowdy Boca Junior fans apparently sprayed River Plate players with an irritant of some form, prompting referees to call off the rest of the game. Four River Plate players were hospitalized after they emerged from the inflatable tunnel at Boca's La … [Link]
Mashable » Researchers found a way to make 3D printing look hyper-realistic
Most 3D-printed objects currently come in a variety of exciting monochromatic colors. You've got red, white, blue and, if you're really lucky, a mix of two colors. And while the objects may have a great deal of detail, the surface will be bland Now, researchers have found a way to precisely affix complex coloring to objects, making them look somewhat photo-real … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Watch these Kendo Swordsmen Fight a Duel with Lightsabers! [Video]
A pair of kendo swordsmen engage in a duel… with lightsabers. Now how cool is that? May the force be with them! [razziajazzy さんのチャンネル] The post Watch these Kendo Swordsmen Fight a Duel with Lightsabers! [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Popular Science » For Drone Pilots, A Real-Time Map Of All The Aircraft In The Sky
It is easy to make a simple map of the sky, and incredibly hard to make a detailed one. As more and more drones enter American airspace, several maps have debuted that… [Link]
Mashable » Trying to have more sex could make you less happy, study shows
If you're looking for a boost in happiness, having more sex may not be your best bet. New research suggests that upping the frequency of sex can make individuals less happy under some circumstances. Researchers divided couples into two groups, asking one group to double how many times they had sex every week, while asking the control group to stay the … [Link]
Mashable » Iconic FAO Schwarz toy store in New York City is closing in July
The rent is too damn high for iconic toy store FAO Schwarz The New York City institution will close its doors in July because of rising rents, according to Bloomberg News. FAO Schwarz has been at the Fifth Avenue and 58th Street location since 1986. See also: 15 WTF things at the 2015 New York Toy Fair German immigrant Frederick August … [Link]
Mashable » Teacher naively agrees to let students watch 'Fifty Shades of Grey' in class
Apparently there are still people in the United States who are unfamiliar with the premise of Fifty Shades of Grey — namely, one high school teacher in West Virginia. A group of students in Hampton County convinced their teacher that, as a reward for good work, they should be allowed to watch the movie, and the teacher apparently did not think … [Link]
Mashable » Angry Starbucks manager flips out on customer over a cookie straw
We can cross "spelling your name wrong" off the list of worst things that can happen to you at Starbucks. Customer Ruby Chen came into the Elmhurst Starbucks location in Queens, New York and ordered a frappucino and a cookie straw. After placing her order, things started to go awry. See also: 12 Comedian Quotes for When Your Job Makes … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » 5 Conversations Overheard at APIDays in Berlin and Barcelona
The last few weeks have hosted two key APIDays conferences: One was in partnership with API Strategy & Practice in Berlin, and last week APIDays Mediterranea was held for the second time in Barcelona, Spain.
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Mashable » Share your writing advice with MashableReads
Writers, this one's for you. This week, authors across the world celebrated digital storytelling with the #TwitterFiction Festival. Throughout the festival, experienced and amateur writers alike explored online writing by sharing new stories on Twitter, 140 characters at a time. Just because the festival is coming to a close doesn't mean your writing has stop, though. See also: 10 gadgets for … [Link]
Slashdot » Mechanical 'Clicky' Keyboards Still Have Followers (Video)
For a good number of years, the sound of the old IBM or other mechanical keyboard clacking away was the sound of programmers (or writers) at work on their computers. Then, according to Edgar Matias, president and cofounder of the Matias Corporation, computer companies started using membrane switches and other cheaper ways to make keyboards, which made a lot of … [Link]
Mashable » $400 yoga pants takes activewear to a whole new level
Feeding off the rise of workout gear that can be worn in or out of the gym, activewear labels have become status symbols, much like any other pricey designer clothes. Premium yoga pants, made popular amongst the masses by Lululemon, can run anywhere from $80 to $200. A horde of brands battle each other in this segment as upstarts such as … [Link]
Popular Science » A Warm-Blooded Fish, Thunderstorms From Space, And Other Amazing Images Of The Week
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Mashable » Samsung is releasing an Iron Man edition of the Galaxy S6 Edge
Avengers fans, assemble: Samsung is tapping its Marvel partnership to give its newest flagship an Iron Man-themed makeover. The company will be releasing an Iron Man-themed version of its Galaxy S6 Edge, Samsung confirmed Friday. See also: Modern Avengers vs. their original counterparts The tweet, sent during the early hours of Friday morning, revealed frustratingly little about the phone, other than … [Link]
Mashable » Pudgy hedgehog can't quite manage to roll over
Being a fat, adorable hedgehog occasionally has its downsides This little hedgie at the HART Wildlife Rescue center has found himself stuck on his back, and unfortunately his legs are a little too squatty to do much about it. But, while the struggle is real, it's also pretty freakin' cute Don't worry, though — the little hog finally musters up … [Link]
Popular Science » Google To Unleash Robot Cars On World This Summer
For years, the car of the future has been stuck going in circles. Although Google's converted self-driving Lexuses have hit the road in a few select areas, the company's… [Link]
Mashable » 10 creepy, true stories that deserve their own TV shows
It takes only a cursory glance at the plethora of TV series being made today to realize that there are almost no boundaries on what kinds of deeply dark stories can be told From the violent quasi-historical fantasy of Game of Thrones to the literature-bound Victorian horror of Penny Dreadful to the character-driven crime thrills of True Detective, TV is at … [Link]
Mashable » 'Eye for an eye': Survivors and officials react to Tsarnaev's death sentence
A Boston jury sentenced Dzhokhar Tsarnaev to death on Friday after he was found guilty of conspiring with his older brother, Tamerlan, to set off two pressure-cooker bombs at the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon. Those blasts killed three people and injured more than 260. The reaction — from government officials, police and survivors of the bombing — came … [Link]
Slashdot » Oculus Rift Hardware Requirements Revealed, Linux and OS X Development Halted
An anonymous reader writes: Oculus has selected the baseline hardware requirements for running their Rift virtual reality headset. To no one's surprise, they're fairly steep: NVIDIA GTX 970 / AMD 290 equivalent or greater, Intel i5-4590 equivalent or greater, and 8GB+ RAM. It will also require at least two USB 3.0 ports and "HDMI 1.3 video output supporting a 297MHz … [Link]
Mashable » Let's all be thankful cable companies don't control the world
If you get frustrated paying for channels you don't watch, just be glad that hasn't caught on to other facets of your life. Funny or Die painted a horrifying picture of what we can only assume is the tenth circle of Hell, where cable companies rule the world. See also: The cord-cutter's guide: How to pick the best TV online As … [Link]
Mashable » Paris Hilton made a perfectly adequate video for her new pop song
Paris Hilton has a new song called "High Off My Love" and she made a video for it You know what, Paris? That's fine. Most people don't want you to bubble back up into public consciousness, but there's no reason for you to accept that and wither away as a relic of Kim Kardashian's past See also: A supercut of the … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Meet the cat-sized rodent named after James Bond
A newly discovered small mammal found in the Caribbean belongs to an endangered family 
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Mashable » Comedian has the perfect response to the Johnny Depp dog debacle
Johnny Depp has until Saturday to remove his two Yorkshire terriers from Australia, or else the country's agricultural minister Barnaby Joyce says they will be euthanized According to Joyce, Depp and girlfriend Amber Heard snuck the dogs into Australia illegally by not declaring Pistol and Boo on his customs forms when he entered the country to film the latest installment of … [Link]
Mashable » How to keep your Starbucks account safe from hackers
If you use the Starbucks app, now would be a really good time to review your account settings. Attackers have been exploiting features of the app to steal hundreds of dollars from unsuspecting customers, and Starbucks says its users' poor passwords are to blame. It's hard to say how many people have been affected by the attacks, first reported by writer … [Link]
Popular Science » Why Packaging And Fallout Shelters Should Take Design Cues From Seashells
Seashells aren’t just pretty objects for kids to collect on the beach. According to a new study, their structure could inspire protective gear and packaging. Dr. Chandra… [Link]
Mashable » NBA fashion playoffs: The good, the bad and those who should just stop trying
There are clear winners and losers when it comes to the NBA finals. The same applies when it comes to these ballers and their sense of style. We've quickly realized that while some try with their outfits, others try too hard. Then there are most who should just stop trying. Continuing with our five-part series over a course of five weeks, … [Link]
Mashable » Jerk seagull steals a guy's lunch right out of his hand
Sometimes, birds are terrible Calvin Sprague was just trying to enjoy a herring snack when some seagull jerk had to swoop in and ruin everything. Things aren't simply there for you to take them, seagull. Some of us would just like a chance to eat our food in peace, okay, seagull? Watch an entirely new (and unofficial) episode of 'Seinfeld' … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » OpenFDA Launches Dev Challenge to Encourage API Adoption
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced the openFDA Developer Challenge to encourage developers and researchers to use their medication adverse reactions and product labeling APIs.
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Slashdot » The Solution To Argentina's Banking Problems Is Go Cashless
dkatana writes: There is no way back for Argentinian people to trust their own currency. Several governments have used the "Peso/Dollar" exchange to dig into people's savings, reward their friends and limit the freedom of citizens to use other currencies. Short of Dollarizing the economy again, the only solution for the country is going cashless. People are desperate, and they're … [Link]
Mashable » Starwood's high-tech hotel rooms have robot butlers and smart mirrors
STAMFORD, Conn. — If you find yourself at certain Starwood hotels in the next few months, you'll be able to enter your room with the tap of an iPhone or Apple Watch, touch the mirror for weather updates and even request a robot butler to bring you a toothbrush. At its Stamford, Connecticut-based headquarters, Starwood is hard at work testing concept … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 5 Things That Will Make ‘Just Cause 3′ AWESOME
Just Cause 3 is set to be one of the most action-packed and insane games to hit the next generation of consoles yet. From the endless mayhem you can cause, to the hundreds of missions, this is one game that will keep fans of sandbox gaming busy for months. So while you may already be excited for Just Cause 3, … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Vaultoro Launches Gold and Bitcoin Trading APIs
Vaultoro, a startup specializing in bank-independent gold and bitcoin trading services, has announced the release of the Vaultoro API. The release consists of two distinct APIs, a Basic API and a Trading API. The Vaultoro Basic API provides programmatic access to information such as prices, order book, transactions and other market data.
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Mashable » Dude absolutely slays acoustic cover of 'I Will Always Love You'
Few possess the vocal skill necessary to master "I Will Always Love You" by Dolly Parton, especially the version popularized by the late Whitney Houston. Musician Marc Martel is well known for tackling the persona of Freddie Mercury, but in an acoustic performance, he switched things up with a stirring cover of Houston's version of "I Will Always Love You." … [Link]
Mashable » Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev sentenced to death
Dzhokhar Tsarnaev will be sent to death row. The man known as the Boston Marathon bomber was sentenced to death by a jury in Boston on Friday. The decision to issue the death penalty had to be unanimous among all 12 jurors. See also: 'Eye for an eye': Survivors and officials react to Tsarnaev's death sentence "We vote that Dzhokhar Tsarnaev … [Link]
Popular Science » How Nissan Built A 1,250-Horsepower Monster
When it comes to maneuvering a 200-mile-per-hour racecar, auto engineers tend to hew to a long-held belief: Rear-wheel drive is better than front-wheel drive for handling… [Link]
Slashdot » Larson B Ice Shelf In Antarctica To Disintegrate Within 5 Years
BarbaraHudson writes: A new study (abstract) from NASA scientists predicts an Antarctic ice shelf half the size of Rhode Island will disintegrate around 2020. The shelf has existed for roughly 10,000 years. "Ice shelves are the gatekeepers for glaciers flowing from Antarctica toward the ocean. Without them, glacial ice enters the ocean faster and accelerates the pace of global sea … [Link]
Mashable » Silly baby doesn't understand deliciousness of avocados
This kid just doesn't get what the deal is with avocados. Because apparently babies don't like delicious foods, or something Every time this tot get a spoonful of the stuff, well, her face pretty much says it all. She displays total and complete disgust and confusion Come on, kid, don't even try to pretend that you don't love guacamole. Woman … [Link]
Mashable » Woman picks worst shoes ever for graduation, falls for 15 solid seconds
This woman wore Lady Gaga-style platform shoes for her graduation, and then spent a legit 15 seconds straight tumbling over. You're going to watch this video. You're going to laugh at her falling. You're going to feel bad for laughing at her falling. You're human. The incident happened at a high school and some random lady in the crowd's reaction … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Reddit Outlaws Harassment
Reddit has announced new policies to crack down on harassment. It’s not given specific details of the consequences, but it has prompted heated debate among users who believe unrestricted speech should be paramount. The site says it has based its decision on a survey of 15,000 users, as well as changes in the nature of harassment such as people being … [Link]
Slashdot » Rust 1.0 Released
TopSpin writes: Rust 1.0 has arrived, and release parties in Paris, LA and San Francisco are taking place today. From the Rust Programming Language blog: "The current Rust language is the result of a lot of iteration and experimentation. The process has worked out well for us: Rust today is both simpler and more powerful than we originally thought would … [Link]
Mashable » Typhoon Dolphin batters Guam, forcing more than 1,000 to seek refuge
More than 1,100 people are taking refuge in shelters in Guam after the region was hit by a powerful Pacific typhoon. Winds from Typhoon Dolphin battered the U.S. island territory in the Western Pacific as the center of the storm glanced off it late Friday local time. When people know how to typhoon #typhoondolphin #guam A video posted by kai (@koreanness) … [Link]
Mashable » Guy eats everything on White Castle menu in one sitting for some reason
This guy accomplished his dream of eating everything on the White Castle menu. So the lesson to take away from this is that you can easily reach your dreams, if your dreams have like very low stakes. The most interesting part of this video — aside from the fact that White Castle apparently has two different dessert-on-a-stick options — was … [Link]
Mashable » Sorry, haters: 'Mad Max' is an 'incredible feminist movie'
Charlize Theron has confirmed the fears of some men who don't like the idea of a cinematic female heroine: "Mad Max: Fury Road," she said, is an "incredible feminist movie." Theron, who plays Furiosa, a commander leading a band of fugitives, discussed the film's feminist overtones during an interview on Thursday at the Cannes Film Festival in France See also: … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Everyday drugs: The great statins debate
They're one of the most widely prescribed medicines in the world and save many thousands of lives each year – but the worries about side effects won't go away (full text available to subscribers) 
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New Scientist – News » Exact map of salmon journeys drawn from strontium in their ears
A small chunk of calcium carbonate known as an otolith in the ears of fish holds the key to tracing where they came from – and may be a boon for conservation 
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O'Reilly News and Commentary » CSS Grid Layout: The modern way of doing layout on the Web
Subscribe to the O’Reilly Radar Podcast to track the technologies and people that will shape our world in the years to come. In this week’s episode of the Radar Podcast, O’Reilly’s Mac Slocum chats with Rachel Andrew, founder of edgeofmyseat.com, … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » How to conduct a Design Sprint
Download a free copy of “The New Design Fundamentals” ebook, a curated collection of chapters from our Design library. Note: this post is an excerpt from “Design Sprint,” by Richard Banfield, C. Todd Lombardo, and Trace Wax, which is included … [Link]
Mashable » Marijuana K-Cups: Convenient coffee that picks you up and chills you out
Few things go together better than marijuana and coffee. With the recent legalization of recreational marijuana in multiple areas of the United States, as well as the rise of medical marijuana, the "let's put weed in everything trend" has officially reached bacon-level status Walking into a pot shop in Washington state, where recreational marijuana is legal, you may see cookies, brownies, … [Link]
Mashable » 1-year-olds eat birthday blood cake, but they're tigers so it's cool
Happy first birthday, Jeremy and Simon! May this triple-tiered cake made entirely of animal blood bring you untold joys. But there was more to the wild pair's birthday party than just "bloodsicles." The white tiger cubs celebrated with dips in the pool and toy balls galore at their home in The Wildcat Santuary, a non-profit, no-kill wildlife shelter in Sandstone, … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Productivity [Comic]
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Slashdot » Penn State Yanks Engineering Network From Internet After China-Based Attack
coondoggie writes: Penn State's College of Engineering has disconnected its network from the Internet in response to two sophisticated cyberattacks – one from a what the university called a "threat actor based in China" – in an attempt to recover all infected systems. The university said there was no indication that research data or personal information was stolen in the … [Link]
Mashable » Enjoy: Can Apple's former retail chief re-invent personalized shopping?
I can ride a skateboard. Not just any board, I've mastered a Boosted dual-electric longboard and I don’t think I could’ve done it without Vicky’s help. Vicky Tzannetis is one of Enjoy’s experts. Enjoy is the just-launched gadget and concierge system from Ron Johnson, late of JC Penny and Apple where he helped create the Apple Store retail experience. Now … [Link]
Mashable » Tiny rabbit loves milk more than you love anything
This abandoned cottontail rabbit can't control itself when offered some milk. The bunny's paws flap around frantically while the feeling of pure ecstasy washes over its entire body. Slow down, pal. Take a second to sit back enjoy the dairy jubilee, or you'll end up with a milk hangover 
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New Scientist – News » Zoologger: The clumsy tree-dweller transforms into a gliding ace
Enormous skin flaps turn flying lemurs into aerial masters capable of manoeuvring through the forest with pinpoint accuracy 
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Slashdot » Here Comes the Keurig of Everything
Tekla Perry writes: Keurig made a huge business out of single-serving coffee machines. Now, as more complex machinery shrinks in size and cost, many companies are trying to duplicate that success for other types of food and drink. Startups are introducing the Keurig of cocktails, the Keurig of Jell-O shots, and the Keurig of dinner (it makes stir fries, stews, … [Link]
Popular Science » NASA Is Sending Some Lucky Yeast Into Radiation-Filled Deep Space
BioSentinel–it sounds like Hollywood’s next big sci-fi film. Rather, it's one of NASA’s upcoming missions, with the goal of studying the long-term effects of radiation on… [Link]
Mashable » 'Black Widow' title sequence is the superhero spy film of our dreams
This is the Black Widow we need in our lives. Film student and comic book super-fan Christopher Haley created a speculative title sequence in honor of the, sadly non-existent Black Widow movie. According to the video description, Haley made the sequence for a film school project. Haley's gorgeously graphic send-up to classic spy films not only features Scarlett Johansson as … [Link]
Mashable » If you want an Oculus Rift, you'll probably need to upgrade your PC
When the Oculus Rift virtual reality headset debuts next year, it's going to require a pretty powerful computer to get the optimum experience. The consumer version of the Rift will need a newer graphics cards to run games and other virtual reality experiences at "recommended" settings, Oculus VR stated in a blog post on Friday See also: It happened: Grand Theft … [Link]
Popular Science » Hey, Nosy! The Smithsonian Wants You To Poke Around In Its Secret Collections
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Mashable » A man played each part in a 70-piece orchestra and cut it into a one-man show
A man from Hull in the UK has taken the concept of the one-man band and run with it. Ben Morfitt, 24, spent a month creating a video of himself playing the parts of a 70-piece orchestra in his bedroom and posted the bizarre result to YouTube. See also: U2's The Edge fell off the edge of a stage during … [Link]
Mashable » 7 companies with amazingly unique wellness programs
Corporate wellness doesn't have to solely consist of health scans, gym memberships and reimbursements. There are more creative ways of cultivating a healthy office environment. The goal is create a culture where employees choose to live a healthier lifestyle, rather than being forced to do so. Wellness works best when the experience is a shared one either through communal goals or … [Link]
Mashable » Barack Obama and Joe Biden are total workout bros
In honor of the fifth anniversary of First Lady Michelle Obama's Let's Move initiative, President Barack Obama shared his top #GimmeFive tips for staying healthy, even on a world leader's schedule. Cue priceless shots of Obama and Vice President Joe Biden jogging outside the White House and sipping glasses of cool water. It's totally delightful. Woman picks worst shoes ever … [Link]
Slashdot » MenuetOS, an Operating System Written Entirely In Assembly, Hits 1.0
angry tapir writes: MenuetOS, a GUI-toting, x86-based operating system written entirely in assembly language that's super-fast and can fit on a floppy disk, has hit version 1.0 — after almost a decade and a half of development. (And yes, it can run Doom). The developers say it's stable on all hardware with which they've tested it. In this article, they … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » AWS Mobile SDK for Unity Now Available
Amazon has launched the AWS Mobile SDK for Unity. Unity, the popular cross-platform game development environment, allows developers to build a 2-D or 3-D game in C# and run the game across devices and platforms.
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Mashable » Migrants describe murder, extortion and near-starvation after harrowing journey at sea
More than 1,000 people fleeing persecution in Myanmar and poverty in Bangladesh came ashore Friday around Southeast Asia, describing murder, extortion and near-starvation after surviving a harrowing journey at sea. See also: Thailand turns away desperate migrants adrift at sea The waves of weak, hungry and dehydrated migrants who arrived Friday were the latest to slip into countries that have made … [Link]
Popular Science » Did North Korea Really Launch A Missile From A Sub?
A dictator's smile is never really a good sign. On Saturday, North Korea claimed they launched a ballistic missile from a submarine, and pictures from the launch show… [Link]
Mashable » 2,000-year-old ruins in the Syrian desert face destruction by ISIS
The ruins of an ancient city that have withstood centuries of conflict in the Syrian desert are now facing their greatest threat yet: the militants of the Islamic State. Activists, officials and citizens of the city say ISIS has launched a prolonged assault on Palmyra, an "oasis in the desert" north of Damascus that the U.N. cultural agency UNESCO says contains … [Link]
Mashable » Cat plays with tiny homemade Whack-A-Mouse game
Whack-A-Mole isn't just for humans, you know. Munchkin the cat is enjoying his homemade Whack-A-Mouse game with the same fervor as a kid with an arcade game. If the kid had paws instead of a mallet, that is When Munchkin starts to lose interest in the game, though, his friend comes over to help him out — because games are … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazing Deal: Get Over $110 in Paid Android Apps and Games FREE
For those of you who are using android devices, Amazon is currently GIVING away over $110 in paid apps and games! There’s a lot of great stuff in there, including Telltale’s Game of Thrones, Five Nights at Freddy’s 3, Star Command, and a lot more! The offer ends May 16, 2015 at 11:59PM PST. [Get Over $110 in Paid Android … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Ultimate and Most Awesome Bad Hulk Cosplay EVER [Pic]
It doesn’t get much more awesome than that! [Salt Lake Comic Con on Twitter] The post The Ultimate and Most Awesome Bad Hulk Cosplay EVER [Pic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Hilarious “Scared Ewok” Star Wars Prank [Video]
A terrified Ewok drops a very important item while fleeing… and some very unfortunate bystanders pick it up. [Câmeras Escondidas Programa Silvio Santos] The post Hilarious “Scared Ewok” Star Wars Prank [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » Biologists Create Self-Healing Concrete
Mr.Intel writes: A team of microbiologists from the Delft University of Technology claims to have invented "bioconcrete" — concrete that heals cracks and breaks using bacteria. The goal was to find a type of bacteria that could live inside concrete and also produce small amount of limestone that could re-seal cracks. This is a difficult prospect because concrete is quite … [Link]
Mashable » 17 'Mad Men' guest stars we'll never forget
Mad Men may revolve around Don Draper, but more than a few guest stars have taken their turns in the spotlight Over the years (all eight of them), the series, which signs off for good this weekend, has hosted numerous guest stars for all kinds of crazy plots — old lovers, snotty villains, priests, losers See also: 7 ways 'Mad Men' … [Link]
New Scientist – News » The internet is running out of room – but we can save it
With more of us online, thirsty for media and information, we're nearing the maximum capacity of optical fibres, meaning the internet must adapt to survive 
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Mashable » Windows 10 seems to run smoother and faster than OS X on new MacBook
Love the new MacBook's svelte design, but not a fan of OS X 10.10 Yosemite? There's good news: According to a new test, Windows 10 apparently runs more smoothly on the new MacBook. Alex King, a computer science student studying at Tufts University, spent a month with the new 12-inch MacBook and provided some insightful new details about running the beta … [Link]
Mashable » What happens if Britain votes to leave Europe?
LONDON—Political pundits think there’s a one in five chance of Britain deciding to quit the European Union in the next two years. The bookmakers put the odds even higher. The reason? In the May 2015 general election, nearly four million people voted for a party, the UK Independence Party, whose purpose is to get Britain out of the EU, and in … [Link]
Mashable » Ice cream loving cat understands your summer treat struggle
If there is one pain that any animal can empathize with, it's a brain freeze. Napoleon, a 3-year-old Persian cat, loves ice cream and will do anything to get it — even if he must endure the agony of a brain freeze to enjoy it. Some treats are worth the pain. 
Parrot is a total badass and pulls out boy's … [Link]
Popular Science » The Doctor Who Thought Bed Bugs Spread Smallpox
When my book Infested published last month and I started revisiting some of its stories during interviews, I was reminded of those I didn’t include in the final version. Some… [Link]
Mashable » Parrot is a total badass and pulls out boy's loose tooth
Trying to talk to a bird can be like pulling teeth. See also: Bird with terrifying laugh is one step closer to world bird domination Fortunately, this one parrot has a redeeming quality; it helped a young boy pull out his loose tooth, because mustering up that courage can be tough. Despite the bird being a total bro, he's not … [Link]
Slashdot » Turtle Receives First-Ever 3D Printed Titanium Jaw Implant of Its Kind
ErnieKey writes: A wounded loggerhead turtle showed up in Turkey, with significant damage to its upper and lower jaws. It was taken to the Sea Turtle Research, Rescue and Rehabilitation Center at Pamukkale University (PAU) for help. The PAU team, working with BTech Innovation, was able to make a 3D printed titanium jaw implant for the turtle. The operation was … [Link]
Mashable » Activist investor Carl Icahn bets $100 million on Lyft, weirdly
Uber may have raised around $5 billion in financing, but now Lyft has countered with…Carl Icahn? Icahn, the famed activist investor who has pressed for change at tech giants like Apple, Netflix and eBay, has invested $100 million in Lyft, marking a rare investment in a private company — and one that is vastly out-funded, and some would say outmatched, by … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » If Everything Was Bundled Like Cable TV [Video]
Why should we pay for all the channels we don’t watch when we only have to pay for a single parking spot at the parking lot? [Funny Or Die] The post If Everything Was Bundled Like Cable TV [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Dadbod [Comic]
So, the recent “Dadbod” phenomenon is only a delusion, is that what this comic is saying? That’s it, I’m sad and crushed right now. Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ll go eat a chocolate bar, that ought to make me feel better! [Source: Fowl Language | Fowl Language on Facebook] The post The Dadbod [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are … [Link]
Mashable » Windows 10 will come with 'Candy Crush Saga,' whether you like it or not
We hope you like matching candies, because Windows 10 will come with Candy Crush Saga pre-installed. In addition to Windows classics like Solitaire, Minesweeper and Hearts, Windows 10 will come with King's addictive candy-charged puzzle game. See also: 6 games for when you’re ready to level up beyond 'Candy Crush' "Candy Crush Saga will automatically be installed for customers that upgrade … [Link]
Slashdot » How SpaceX and the Quest For Mars Almost Sunk Tesla Motors
braindrainbahrain writes: Elon Musk and his rocket company are well known to Slashdottters. This article and book excerpt tell the story of the creation of SpaceX and how it almost sank Musk's other company, Tesla Motors. Musk recalls, "I could either pick SpaceX or Tesla or split the money I had left between them. That was a tough decision. If … [Link]
Popular Science » Do Babies Express Emotions In The Same Way Adults Do?
In 1986, psychology professor Linda Camras took a leave of absence from DePaul University to have a baby. For eight weeks, she recorded her daughter’s every expression and… [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazon Deal of the Day: Up to 50% Off Select Travel Accessories (Headphones, Portable HD, Bluetooth Speakers, and MORE!)
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, Amazon offers up to 50% off on select travel accessories (quality headphophes, portable hard drives, bluetooth speakers, and more) for tech enthusiasts! [Up to 50% Off Select Travel Accessories] The post Amazon Deal of the Day: Up to 50% Off Select Travel Accessories (Headphones, Portable HD, Bluetooth Speakers, and MORE!) appeared first … [Link]
Mashable » Bizarre YouTube video alleges that Uber was a stolen idea
The idea for Uber is so obvious, so elegant, that it's a wonder someone else didn't come up with it first Now one entrepreneur claims he did Kevin Halpern, a California businessman, filed a lawsuit on Thursday alleging that Uber CEO Travis Kalanick and several early investors stole the idea for the billion-dollar company from his startup, Celluride Wireless, which he … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Origin of “Grammar Nazi” According to Wolfenstein
[Source: Imgur] The post The Origin of “Grammar Nazi” According to Wolfenstein appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Thousands want the north of England to break away and join Scotland
LONDON — More than 28,000 people have signed a petition calling for the north of England to break away from the "London-centric south" and join Scotland. The proposal on Change.org, which was published last year but has picked up steam this week (thousands added their voice overnight), argues that the north of the country should join a newly independent Scotland. The … [Link]
Mashable » Get ready for Destiny's next add-on with Xur's doozy of a weekend sale
Every Friday is a holiday when you're a Destiny fan. That's when Xur, Agent of the Nine, appears in a random part of the game's Tower social hub to peddle his rare weapons and armor. As long as you have enough Strange Coins, a rare currency that can be earned by completing Weekly Heroic Strikes, Xur has the goods for you. Xur … [Link]
Slashdot » College Board Puts Code.org In Charge of AP CS Program
theodp writes: "The College Board," reports GeekWire, "is endorsing Code.org as a coursework and teacher training provider for its upcoming AP Computer Science Principles course and will help Code.org fund the teacher training work required to establish new computer science classes." So what's the catch? "Schools that commit to using the [new] PSAT [8/9 assessment] to identify middle school students … [Link]
Popular Science » Vote For Zoltan If You Want To Live Forever
Zoltan Istvan didn’t see the half-buried bomb. He was reporting on a story about Vietnam’s forgotten landmines when he wandered off the path to look at the scar of an… [Link]
Mashable » Celebrating McDonaldland: McDonald's weird, burger-filled '70s hellscape
Come one, come all, to the terrifying world of dark magic and hamburgers: McDonaldland. As McDonald's turns 75 on May 15, we felt it fitting to look back on one of the oddest, creepiest and, frankly, most illegal periods of the fast-food franchise's storied history. See also: Hide your lunch: McDonald's brings back the Hamburglar Beginning in the early 1970s, McDonald's … [Link]
Mashable » U2's The Edge fell off the edge of a stage during a concert
That ridiculous nickname has taken on an entirely new meaning U2 guitarist David Howell Evans — a.k.a. The Edge — fell off the edge of the stage on Thursday evening while performing an encore with the band at the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, Canada. See also: Yes, that was U2 giving a surprise performance on the subway The peninsula-shaped stage … [Link]
Slashdot » Kepler Observes Neptune Dancing With Its Moons
New submitter Liquid Tip writes: NASA's K2 mission has the capability to stare continuously at a single field of stars for months at time. A new video shows K2 observations spanning 70 days from November, 2014 through January, 2015 reduced to a time-lapse of 34 seconds. During this time, we see some distant members of our Solar System passing through … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » A First Look at DC’s Legends of Tomorrow (New CW Series) [Trailer]
The Avengers, the Justice League, and now this. Yay! Let’s all jump on the “superhero group” bandwagon! But seriously, I think this is going to be fantastic! 🙂 Time-traveling rogue Rip Hunter must assemble a disparate group of both heroes and villains to confront an unstoppable threat to the planet…and to time itself. DC’s Legends of Tomorrow is coming soon … [Link]
Mashable » A superfan in China built Iron Man's Hulkbuster armour in two months
An art teacher in China took his Age of Ultron obsession to a new level 26-year-old Xing Yile, who calls himself a super fan of American science fiction films, has made a life-size model of the Hulkbuster armour used in the blockbuster film Avengers:Age of Ultron See also: The Vision: Everything you need to know before seeing 'Avengers: Age of Ultron' … [Link]
Slashdot » Galaxies Die By Slow "Strangulation"
HughPickens.com writes: BBC reports that results of a study of the spectrum of light emitted by 23,000 red, passive galaxies and 4,000 blue, star-forming ones shows that when galaxies stop making stars, their death is usually a slow process that chokes them of the necessary cool gases over about four billion years. Astronomers surveyed thousands of galaxies, living and dead, … [Link]
Mashable » 7 ways Apple Watch will transform how you date
Forget old-school online dating because now you can get some loving right from your wrist. No, not that way. See also: What Your Coffee Preference Says About You The Apple Watch's more intimate and convenient interface (see: its Digital Touch features) allows people to connect more closely than ever before. "Every exchange is less about reading words on a screen and … [Link]
Mashable » The Chewbacca hoodie is just as awesome as you think it is
So, Chewbacca hoodie. Right? Chewbacca hoodie! Honestly — especially if you're a Star Wars fan — we probably needn't say much more than that. It's a clothing garment that basically turns you into the hairy fella from Star Wars, and all that's left to discuss is price and quality See also: The world of 'Star Wars' comes alive at Madame Tussauds … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Heir to UK throne should keep out of controversial health debate
Pleas in support of complementary medicine by Prince Charles to government ministers have finally been made public. About time, says Edzard Ernst 
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Mashable » Blues legend B.B. King's extraordinary career in photos
B.B. King, who died Thursday at his Las Vegas home aged 89, had a remarkable career over the past five decades. See also: The King of Blues, B.B. King, has died As tributes to the late musician pour in, here's a look back at some of the key moments in his life, from his early days in West Memphis to his … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Feedback: A song for a satellite gone
New dimensions in burglary, more numerology of cosmology, the naming of small things and more (full text available to subscribers) 
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Slashdot » A Plan On How To Stop Sexism In Science
StartsWithABang writes: If there's nothing else that science has to offer, it's this elegant notion: that anyone, anywhere, at anytime, can investigate and uncover the mysteries and workings of the Universe simply by asking it the right questions in the right ways, listening to its answers, and putting the pieces together for themselves. Anyone can do it. Only, for various … [Link]
Mashable » Hold on to your potatoes, Disney to open Indiana Jones themed restaurant
Christmas came early for all you Indiana Jones fans out there— which is really everyone. Christmas came early for everyone. Disney parks announced that they will be opening up an Indiana Jones themed restaurant in Orlando. The eatery will be located in Disney Springs — formerly known as Downtown Disney — and is expected to open in the fall. 
Image: DisneyDisney … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 15 May 2015
Army Cloud Computing Strategy (PDF) — aka “what we hope to do without having done to use what we’re doing to them”. Guide to Technical Development (Google) — This guide is a suggested path for university students to develop their … [Link]
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Mashable » Google's self-driving cars are coming to public roads in California this summer
Google’s self-driving cars are almost ready to appear on public roads The autonomous two-seaters have so far been confined to the test track, but this summer, they'll start showing up on the roads of Mountain View, California, Chris Urmson, Director of Google Self-Driving Car Project, announced in a blog post Friday. See also: Report on self-driving car accidents is in violation … [Link]
Mashable » 'My heart just broke into a million pieces': Stars pay tribute to B.B. King
The music and entertainment world has flocked to Twitter to pay tribute to B.B. King, who has died at the age of 89. See also: 10 B.B. King quotes that celebrate his life and legacy Musicians, actors and writers posted messages while people who have worked with or been inspired by the blues legend shared their memories. Eric Clapton posted a … [Link]
Slashdot » Scientists Discover First Warm-Blooded Fish
sciencehabit writes: The opah lives in the dark, chilly depths of the world's oceans, using heated blood to keep warm. It's the first fish found to be fully warm-blooded. Certain sharks and tuna can warm regions of their body such as swimming muscles and the brain but must return to the surface to protect vital organs from the effects of … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Amanda Knox legal fight highlights fallibility of DNA forensics
In the wake of the Amanda Knox case, Greg Hampikian, DNA expert for the defence, says greater scrutiny of crime labs is needed to avoid further injustice 
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Mashable » Hungry python eats metal tongs whole
A hungry Australian python has devoured a pair of tongs after wrangling them from his owner. Adelaide man Aaron Rouse was feeding his pet snake Winston when it latched onto the cooking utensil. After trying to get them back from the cheeky reptile, Rouse gave up and left Winston alone. See also: See this python eat its meal for a … [Link]
Mashable » When you really need a jolt, make a DIY coffee machine out of lightbulbs
Desperate times call for desperate measures. YouTuber Rulof Maker created a DIY, single-serve coffee machine made primarily out of lightbulbs (and a few, small easily to find objects as well). Apparently, according to the video, the coffee tastes pretty good, too. It's cheaper than a real coffee machine and you can probably make one once you get settled after the … [Link]
Mashable » What does the rapid advance of Artificial Intelligence mean for humanity?
Artificial Intelligence has always been hyped by its often charismatic enthusiasts; lately it seems that the hype may be coming true. Media pundits, technologists, and increasingly the broader public see the rise of artificial intelligence as inevitable. Companies with mass data fed into AI systems — like Google, Facebook, Yahoo, and others — make headlines with technological successes that were science … [Link]
Mashable » Cat who catches bat mid-flight is the coolest effing thing you'll ever see
Clear your schedule, you will be watching this video of a cat catching a bat mid-flight on repeat for the next few hours. This video has something for everyone. Cats for you cat fans, high speed aerial excitement for you action/adventure fans and a happy animal-friendly ending for everyone in PETA. This Cat deserves his own Netflix TV series. 
When … [Link]
Mashable » Bodies located at crash site of U.S. helicopter in Nepal
Three bodies have been found in the wreckage of the U.S. military helicopter that disappeared while delivering aid to earthquake victims in Nepal, according to local officials, who say it is unlikely there were any survivors The helicopter was carrying six Marines and two Nepalese army soldiers when it went missing near the town of Charikot on Tuesday while delivering humanitarian … [Link]
Mashable » 10 B.B. King quotes that celebrate his life and legacy
B.B. King, blues legend and tireless touring machine, has died at the age of 89. King has long suffered with complications from his Type 2 diabetes, which in recent years has caused him to reduce his tour schedule from a record 300+ shows a year to barely 100 stops See also: For his 70th birthday: 7 enduring quotes from Bob Marley … [Link]
Mashable » Over 800 migrants land on shores of Indonesia and Thailand amid growing crisis
More than 800 migrants have landed on the shores of Indonesia and Thailand after being adrift at sea for weeks, authorities said Friday. They are among the few who have successfully sneaked past a wall of resistance mounted by Southeast Asian countries who have made it clear the boat people are not welcome. See also: Thailand turns away desperate migrants adrift … [Link]
Mashable » Galaxies are killed through strangulation, new research shows
Astronomers may have solved the decades-long cosmic murder mystery of what kills most galaxies in the universe: They are strangled to death, so they can no longer create new stars. For two decades, astronomers have known that there are two main classes of galaxies. About half are live, gas-rich galaxies where stars form, and the other half are dead, gas-deprived galaxies … [Link]
Slashdot » Are We Entering a "Golden Age of Quantum Computing Research"?
Lashdots writes: Last month, an elite team at IBM Research team announced an advance in quantum computing: it had built a four-qubit square lattice of superconducting qubits, roughly one-quarter-inch square, that was capable of detecting and measuring the two types of quantum computing errors (bit-flip and phase-flip). Previously, it was only possible to address one type of quantum error or … [Link]
Mashable » One Direction has finally given an interview about Zayn's sudden departure
One Direction — at least the four members who are left — appeared on Thursday's The Late Late Show and James Corden took the opportunity to ask the boys about the departure of former bandmate Zayn Malik Malik suddenly quit the group in late March, claiming he needed time to "relax." See also: Watch One Direction and James Corden play … [Link]
Mashable » 10 B.B. King duets that made us smile through the tears
The sad news broke on Friday that blues legend B.B. King has passed away at his home in Las Vegas, aged 89. Though the world will miss this giant of guitar gifts, no one can say that King didn't devote his life to sharing his music with the masses. With 43 studio albums and a tour schedule that kept him performing … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Robot cleaner can empty bins and sweep floors
Dussmann, one of the Germany's largest cleaning companies, has been testing an office cleaning robot in its Berlin headquarters 
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Mashable » The King of Blues, B.B. King, has died
B.B. King, "The king of Blues," a Mississippi-born son of sharecroppers whose shimmering guitar leads and endless touring schedule came to define the blues across multiple generations, has died. He was 89. King, who had been in hospice care at his home in Las Vegas after falling ill earlier this year, died peacefully in his sleep at 9:40 p.m. PDT … [Link]
Mashable » 'Scandal' finale: Isn't it time that Olivia got hers?
LOS ANGELES — It's the Scandal Season 4 Finale. Isn't it time that Olivia got her men? It's an uphill climb against Command, but Olivia et Company aren't ready to give up just yet. But Command won't go down easy. Then, there's another man Olivia reunites with: Fitz. SEE ALSO: 'Scandal' dropped a crazy reveal about the Foxtail mystery Things have … [Link]
Mashable » Watch One Direction and James Corden play a sexually-charged game of dodgeball
One Direction and flying balls — it's a recipe for late-night gold The four remaining members of the mega-popular boy band made their first late-night TV appearance since Zayn Malik's departure, stopping by Thursday's The Late Late Show With James Corden. Corden, like any human with eyes, knew this was his opportunity to get the boys into short shorts and … [Link]
Slashdot » Kepler's "Superflare" Stars Sport Huge, Angry Starspots
astroengine writes: Astronomers studying stars like our sun that are known to generate powerful "superflares" have also discovered that these superflares are likely associated with monster "starspots." In 2012, using Kepler Space Telescope data — which is usually associated with the detection of exoplanets as they drift (or transit) in front of their host stars — astronomers were able to … [Link]
Mashable » Jeff Bezos' rocket company released a new Vine of its spaceship launching
Jeff Bezos' rocket company Blue Origin is giving space fans another glimpse of its new spaceship with a brand new Vine posted Thursday. The quick video of the company's New Shepard spacecraft shows the vehicle coming to life in its first test flight launched on April 29. Blue Origin released a more extensive footage of the first test flight just after … [Link]
Mashable » 30 unusual scholarships that don't require superb SATs
Don't sweat the SATs. Just start working on that peanut butter sandwich recipe. College can be very expensive, even beyond tuitionMental Floss compiled a list of strange and unusual scholarships students can apply for, which swap grades for creativity, such as scholarships for left-handedness, duct-tape prom dresses and yes, peanut butter sandwiches. Don't hold your breath for the Zolp scholarship, … [Link]
Mashable » 14 things that prove Australia is definitely not a real place
Australia is an island in the middle of nowhere and many are starting to doubt its existence The images of bronzed people lying on white beaches makes it seem like the whole of Australia lives an idyllic life of holidays and good times. From bizarre incidents involving apparently important people to the strange wildlife doing never-before-seen things, Down Under often appears … [Link]
Mashable » 81-year-old veteran calls 911 because he's hungry, dispatcher delivers groceries
Clarence Blackmon, a veteran with terminal cancer, came home on Tuesday after a treatment to an empty refrigerator. Luckily, with a little help, he didn't have to go hungry. The 81-year-old from Fayetteville, North Carolina, made a call to 911 dispatch, hoping to find some help. According to the call he made, he had no food or water in his house, … [Link]
Mashable » Microsoft adds Office and Xbox apps to Windows 10 Mobile in feature-packed update
Windows Phone users: Microsoft is giving you its best look yet at what Windows 10 on smartphones will be like. The company delivered a big update to its Windows 10 Mobile (Microsoft's new name for the smartphone version of its operating system) at a preview Thursday. The latest version of the software includes the new universal Office apps, Xbox app and … [Link]
Slashdot » Mobile Spy Software Maker MSpy Hacked, Customer Data Leaked
pdclarry writes: mSpy sells a software-as-a-service package that claims to allow you to spy on iPhones. It is used by ~2 million people to spy on their children, partners, Exes, etc. The information gleaned is stored on mSpy's servers. Brian Krebs reports that mSpy has been hacked and their entire database of several hundred GB of their customer's data has … [Link]
Mashable » Go kart + jet engine = Mario Kart IRL
Crazy DIY inventor Colin Furze is back again with another ridiculously insane (and dangerous) new invention. Having already won the Internet multiple times with his Wolverine claws, Magneto shoes and the world's fastest baby stroller, Furze recently turned his attention to creating a jet-kart — a jet engine strapped to a go kart See also: This Jet Bike Is Insane … [Link]
Mashable » Miley Cyrus mostly just wore butterfly wings to perform, like a real butterfly would
“What’d you do last night, Miley?" asks Billy Ray Cyrus. "Oh, well I sang a Johnny Cash cover wearing giant butterfly wings, some white tights, elbow length metallic pink gloves and butterfly-shaped pasties covering my nipples," Miley replies in her husky voice, "kind of boring night." "Sounds great, honey," Billy Ray says in his southern drawl, feigning interest in his daughter's … [Link]
Mashable » Garmin Fenix 3 is the Hummer of wearables for extreme athletes only
The standalone GPS market just isn’t what it used to be, and as such, Garmin has done what any Business 101 graduate would almost certainly suggest: diversify For the Kansas-based company, that means wearables, wearables, wearables. From golfers to boating enthusiasts, the company’s got a device for just about every wrist attached to someone looking to wear their hobbies on … [Link]
Mashable » Arnold Schwarzenegger wants you to blow sh*t up for a good cause
What would Arnold do? Blow it up. Arnold Schwarzenegger teaches you the finer points of blowing stuff up like an action star — namely, if in doubt, reduce it to firey smithereens. This is the Arnold we all want to see on a daily basis. See also: Who Wants to Crush Things in a Tank With Arnold Schwarzenegger? His hilarious … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT #2143: Step into my parlor, said the Zuckerbug!
Facebook’s Instant Article Inter-web. If you enJoyed the comic, please take a second to retweet or share the URL… thank you! [Link]
Mashable » Homeless mothers-to-be pose for beautiful portraits
Maternity photos are more than just a beautiful picture, they're an important reminder of a special time a mother has with her child before it is born. And it is a luxury not everyone has. Photographer Keri Vaca, owner of Small Miracles Photography in San Francisco, California, volunteers her services by taking maternity photos for homeless mothers-to-be through the Homeless Prenatal … [Link]
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