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 » Hubble Discovers a Fast-Aging Star Nicknamed "Nasty 1"
An anonymous reader writes: Using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, Astronomers have uncovered surprising new clues about a large, rapidly aging star whose behavior has never been seen before. The star is so strange in fact that astronomers have nicknamed it "Nasty 1," a play on its catalog name of NaSt1. Wolf-Rayet stars like NaSt1 are typically large, rapidly evolving stellar … [Link]
Mashable » Hundreds of people slaughtered by Islamic State in Syrian city: report
The Syrian army is deploying troops in areas near the ancient town of Palmyra in apparent preparation for a counterattack to retake it from the Islamic State group, an official said. Gov. Talal Barazi of the central province of Homs, which includes Palmyra, told The Associated Press Sunday that IS members have "committed mass massacres in the city of Palmyra" since … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Man Covers Metallica’s Battery on a Banjo [Video]
Yep, this is exactly as awesome and ridiculous as you’d expect. [Rob Scallon] The post Man Covers Metallica’s Battery on a Banjo [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » Machine That "Uncooks Eggs" Used To Improve Cancer Treatment
hypnosec writes: An Australian invention that gained attention for being able to "unboil" an egg has now been put to use in the treatment of cancer. The device has boosted the potency of a common cancer treatment drug, carboplatino, as much as four-and-a-half-times. ABC.net reports: "Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer director Professor Ross McKinnon said it meant a huge … [Link]
Mashable » iOS developer weighs in on how Apple HomeKit tools work, what lies ahead
While the first HomeKit-compatible accessories finally get ready to ship, developers have had a good bit of time to tinker around with Apple's software tools to support the platform. There are still a lot of unknowns about how Apple's smart home framework will connect devices and if there could be a Home app to act as a control center on … [Link]
Mashable » A super-buff kangaroo has been stalking an Australian suburb
A surprisingly buff kangaroo has been hanging out in a neighbourhood of Brisbane, Australia, intimidating locals on the golf course, flexing and generally impressing everyone with his massive physique. Nicknamed "Big Buck," the animal looks to be around 2 metres tall and could weigh up to 95 kilograms — in other words, this guy is super swoll. "He's very intimidating, … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » How APIs and Mashups Could Replace Patient Portals
The Health IT ecosystem is being driven toward an incentive-driven model through the implementation of Meaningful Use as the government standard for using Electronic Health Records (EHR). [Link]
Slashdot » What AI Experts Think About the Existential Risk of AI
DaveS7 writes: There's been no shortage of high profile people weighing in on the subject of AI lately. We've heard warnings from Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and Stephen Hawking while Woz seems to have a more ambivalent opinion on the subject. The Epoch Times has compiled a list of academics in the field of AI research who are offering their … [Link]
Mashable » List of winners from Cannes 2015 unveiled
The 68th annual Cannes Film Festival has come to a close, and this year's winners were announced on Sunday. Jacques Audiard’s Dheepan surprised everyone by taking home the Palme d’Or, Cannes' top prize. Dheepan portrays the lives of a pseudo-family of Sri Lankan refugees living in Paris. Its win was unexpected, as reactions to the film were less than enthusiastic at … [Link]
Mashable » Why learning to code can help you land any job
Learning to code has lots of benefits. Aside from the obvious (like being able to build websites and web applications), coding skills can make you stand out when it comes to looking for career opportunitiesEVEN for positions that don't involve writing code on the day-to-day. Or at all! As Skillcrush says: Digital skills are job skills. And that's the truth! Before … [Link]
Mashable » Cat shuts baby in cabinet because cats are jerks
Babysitting can be a trying experience — especially if you're a cat. The sassy feline in the video, above, has it up to *here* with one baby's antics, so it decides to take matters into its own paws by closing the door on the kid — literally Because, as we all know, cats are (lovable) jerks. Fan runs onto French … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft Reportedly May Acquire BlackBerry
New submitter techtsp writes: Microsoft is just one one of many companies reportedly looking to get a bigger piece of the enterprise mobile market by buying BlackBerry. Reports claim that Chinese firms including Huawei, Lenovo and Xiaomi are also interested in picking up BlackBerry following the company's recent return to profitability. This report comes on the heels of BlackBerry announcing … [Link]
Mashable » Video shows car getting swept away in deadly Texas flood
A torrent of water washed away a car, after deadly floods hit parts of Texas and Oklahoma over the weekend. Eyewitness videos show the surge of flood water catching the white SUV, and flipping it upside down at Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort and Spa near Boerne, Texas, on Saturday. A witness who uploaded footage of the incident said the driver … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 7 Massive Games You’ll Play For 200 Hours (At Least)
So do you recall your favorite memory with massive games you have played in your life? For me, Fallout 3 was probably the biggest time swallower I ever played, easily eating up 300 plus hours of playtime by the time I finished it. But that was half the draw of the game. An open world where I could go in … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Miyazaki’s Spirited Away Gets the 8-Bit Treatment [Video]
CineFix presents Spirited Away retold via old-school 8-bit (and a little 16 bit 😉 game tech. No quarters or controllers required! (Just some imagination and magic..) [CineFix] The post Miyazaki’s Spirited Away Gets the 8-Bit Treatment [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » This Doctor Who Adipose Retro Apron is the Cutest Thing You’ll See Today!
A unbelievably cute Adipose retro apron by etsy seller Timestitcher, because fat and cooking often go splendidly together. Cute little Adipose from Doctor Who can keep you company while you’re cooking. Reminding you that it’s not fat, just adipose. This half apron features extra long ties, so it can be tied in the front or in a large bow to … [Link]
Mashable » This is what building NYC's new subway stations looks like
Manhattan’s east side is a notorious subway desert But come December 2016, eastsiders will rejoice because phase one of the Second Avenue Subway is slated to finally be complete See also: Riding Cuba's railroad, one of the oldest in the world “The $4.45 billion project is 82% complete,” Dr. Michael Horodniceanu, president of Capital Construction at Metropolitan Transportation Authority, said, as … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Methane apocalypse? Defusing the Arctic's time bomb
Do the huge craters pockmarking Siberia herald a release of underground methane that could exceed our worst climate change fears? (full text available to subscribers) [Link]
Slashdot » India Ends Russian Space Partnership and Will Land On the Moon Alone
An anonymous reader writes: The Russian space program has experienced numerous accidents and delays recently, leading Indian officials to call into question its long term viability. Now India has decided to pull out of a partnership with Russia for a mission to the moon. According to the Examiner: "Previously, India was scheduled to launch a Russian lander on one of … [Link]
Mashable » Top 10 most annoying characters of this past TV season
As much as well-rounded characters can make otherwise non-outstanding shows watchable, annoying characters can easily break the best ones. This past TV season has been no exception, with a lot of new faces cropping up to irk every last nerve, though there are still a few familiar faces that have been as irritating as ever. As you might have guessed, we've … [Link]
Mashable » 71 arrested in Cleveland protests following Brelo verdict
CLEVELAND — The streets returned to calm Sunday after police arrested dozens of demonstrators overnight when protests grew increasingly aggressive in the wake of a patrolman's acquittal in the deaths of two unarmed black suspects. In total, 71 people were arrested, including several who turned their anger toward bystanders in downtown Cleveland, the city's police chief Calvin Williams said. Someone picked … [Link]
Slashdot » Dell Precision M3800 Mobile Workstation Packs Thunderbolt 2, Quadro, IGZO2 Panel
MojoKid writes: Dell recently revamped their M3800 model to better entice graphic designers, engineers, and other high-end users who often work in the field, with a true mobile workstation that's both sufficiently equipped to handle professional grade workloads and is thin and light to boot. Dell claims the M3800 is the "world's thinnest and lightest 15-inch mobile workstation" and at … [Link]
Mashable » Photos of deadly flooding across Texas and Oklahoma
Recent flooding in Texas and Oklahoma has resulted in evacuations, property damage and one death. Residents throughout both states have had to be rescued from the roofs and attics of their homes. More heavy rainfall is expected throughout the three-day weekend, and some flood warnings will be in effect through at least Memorial Day. See also: Texas and Oklahoma hit by … [Link]
Mashable » Baseball fan catches flying bat — and still manages to hold on to his beer
Sometimes, baseball can be a very hands-on sport — even if you aren't one of the players At a St. Paul Saints game on Thursday, a baseball bat went flying into the crowd — where it was caught, one-handed, by a fan with ridiculously good reflexes. The best part? The spectator still managed to hold on to his beer while … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 10 Surprising Facts About Game Of Thrones
Did you know that the Dothraki word for “Eagke” is Kolver, which was inspired by Stephen Colbert. From David J. Peterson, inventor of the various tongues used in Westeros: “When I needed a word for eagle, I thought, ‘What would be more appropriate than Stephen Colbert?’ So the Dothraki word for eagle is kolver.” This is just one of ten … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Duty [Comic]
[Source: Loading Artist | Like “Loading Artist” on Facebook | Follow “Loading Artist” on Twitter] The post Duty [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » French bulldog doesn't hide his guilt very well
Niko the French bulldog has no idea who chewed up his owner's pen — at least that's the story he's sticking with, anyway. But when confronted about the scandal, guilt is written all over the little Frenchie's face. Not wanting to experience any more awkwardness, Niko gracefully — and guiltily — exits the room Sorry, Niko. You need to work … [Link]
Slashdot » Al-Qaeda's Job Application Form Revealed
HughPickens.com writes: ABC News reports that the Office of the Director of National Intelligence has released a list of English-language material recovered during the raid the killed Osama bin Laden in Abbottabad, Pakistan in 2011 including one document dubbed "Instructions to Applicants," that would not be entirely out of place for an entry-level position at any American company – except … [Link]
Mashable » 10 horror remakes that actually don't suck
At this stage, when we hear that one movie or another is being remade, we hardly bat an eye, so desensitized we have become to these rehashed versions of films we love. Too often it seems that these movies miss the point of the original, skip over all the things that made the first ones great, or just plain aren't very … [Link]
Slashdot » Google and Gates-Backed Khan Academy Introduces "Grit"-Based Classroom Funding
theodp writes: Their intentions are no doubt good, but some will be troubled by Google and Khan Academy's recently-concluded LearnStorm initiative, which pitted kids-against-kids, schools-against-schools, and cities-against-cities in a 3-month learning challenge for prizes based not only on students' mastery of math skills on Khan Academy, but also their perceived 'hustle' (aka 'grit'). "Points are earned by mastering math skills … [Link]
Mashable » Texas and Oklahoma hit by severe flooding, killing 2
Updated Sunday, May 24, 2014, 6:54 p.m. E.S.T. Unprecedented rainfall has led to deadly flooding in Texas and Oklahoma over the weekend, prompting numerous evacuations and rescues, and killing two people Heavy rains hit eastern Texas and eastern Oklahoma on Sunday morning, after dumping between five and 10 inches across parts of central Texas and Oklahoma on Saturday night into Sunday. … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazon Deal of the Day: BIG Savings on Popular Next-Gen Video Games (PS4 and Xbox One)
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, here are a few great deals you won’t want to miss on some great games! –Bloodborne (PS4) – $59.99 $39.99 (33% Off) –Evolve (Xbox One) – $59.99 $35.49 (41% Off) –Evolve (PS4) – $59.99 $32.99 (45% Off) –Dying Light (Xbox One) – $59.99 $39.99 (33% Off) –Dying Light (PS4) – $59.99 $39.99 … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Band Performs Mario Kart Music While Man Plays the Game [Video]
Too bad they couldn’t reproduce the sound effects, but this is still really cool! [Broc Sam] The post Band Performs Mario Kart Music While Man Plays the Game [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Graduation Day [Comic]
[Source: Ryan Selvy Comics | Like “Ryan Selvy” on Facebook | Follow “Ryan Selvy” on Twiter] The post Graduation Day [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Now You Too Can Be The World’s Best Final Boss With This Mug!
From Thinkgeek: This mug is for the sort of boss who tells you during the interview that, no pressure, but your score on our Tron machine will determine your payscale. The sort of boss who’s coding alongside you late in the night with that “Just One More Level” sort of mentality. The sort of boss everybody wants. But it’s still … [Link]
Slashdot » A Beautiful Mind Mathematician John F. Nash Jr. Dies
Rick Zeman writes: John F. Nash Jr. revolutionized the mathematical field of game theory and was given a mind that was unique and deeply troubled. He became known to most people by the movie about his life, A Beautiful Mind. Dr. Nash died, along with his wife, May 24 in a two-car accident on the New Jersey Turnpike. The Washington … [Link]
Mashable » 6 'Game of Thrones' buddy film posters to celebrate Westerosi odd couples
While it may not seem like it week to week, HBO's Game of Thrones is as much a show about odd couples as it is about agonizing pain and murder. It's these relationships — between two opposing characters who learn how to not kill each other — that give GoT the little heart it has. See also: Westeros gets political in … [Link]
Mashable » John Nash, 'A Beautiful Mind' mathematician, and wife killed in car crash
John Forbes Nash, Jr., the famed mathematician whose life was the subject of Oscar-winning biopic A Beautiful Mind, died Saturday in a car crash in New Jersey. He was 86. Nash's wife, Alicia Nash, also died in the accident. She was 82. The couple, who were married for nearly 60 years, lived in New Jersey, NJ.com reported. The Nashes were in … [Link]
Mashable » If cavemen ate Oreos: How to Paleo your favorite junk food
You don't have to open bag or pop a box of processed snacks to satisfy your midnight cravings Even the Paleo diet, which nixes any food unavailable to our Paleolithic era ancestors (gluten, grains, dairy, etc.), can satisfy your savory or sweet tooth. Although the main components of the Paleo diet are meats, eggs, seafood and most produce, a few creative … [Link]
Mashable » 17 majestic mountains that will have you packing your bags
As the refrain goes, there are two types of people in the world: those who like mountains and those who prefer beaches. Beach people are extroverts, while mountain people tend to be introverts, one study found. But whichever you are, there's no denying the beauty of these amazing mountains, as photographed by travelers. See also: 20 photos that show the exquisite … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Redneck Avengers: A Bad Lip Reading Video
This is hilarious. In this new prime-time drama, the Redneck Avengers explore the backwaters of obsession, relationships, and crime-fighting in Oklahoma. Now go and get me some Skittles. [Bad Lip Reading] The post The Redneck Avengers: A Bad Lip Reading Video appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » Soft Sensors Map Skin Mechanics
MTorrice writes: An international research team has built electronic, flexible patches that can measure the mechanical properties of skin and other biological tissue. The sensors consist of nanoribbons of a piezoelectric material, lead zirconate titanate, which deforms when jolted with electrical energy and, conversely, produces electricity when it's deformed. The researchers mapped the skin elasticity of dozens of patients in … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Debunking the myths Surrounding OCD [Science Video]
There’s a common misconception that if you like to meticulously organize your things, keep your hands clean, or plan out your weekend to the last detail, you might be OCD. In fact, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) is a serious psychiatric condition that is frequently misunderstood by society and mental health professionals alike. Natascha M. Santos debunks the myths surrounding OCD. … [Link]
Mashable » Gloria Steinem and other activists cross DMZ between Koreas, but not on foot
DORASAN STATION, South Korea — Female activists including Gloria Steinem and two Nobel Peace laureates were denied an attempt to walk across the Demilitarized Zone dividing North and South Korea on Sunday, but were allowed to cross by bus and complete what one of them called a landmark event. The group of 30 women from 15 countries made a final appeal … [Link]
Slashdot » Universe's Dark Ages May Not Be Invisible After All
StartsWithABang writes: The Universe had two periods where light was abundant, separated by the cosmic dark ages. The first came at the moment of the hot Big Bang, as the Universe was flooded with (among the matter, antimatter and everything else imaginable) a sea of high-energy photons, including a large amount of visible light. As the Universe expanded and cooled, … [Link]
Mashable » 8 iced coffee popsicles for a cool summer buzz
Image: Mashable composite, Luke LeonardIced coffee popsicles: two favorite summer treats in one frozen package. These caffeinated pops offer a fun way to enjoy your afternoon iced coffee fix, and can be customized to suit your preferences See also: 10 Unique Popsicle Recipes for a Chill Summer Before your break out the ice molds, however, there are a few guidelines … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Cuckoos against the clock: Charming cheats in mystery decline
Their evolutionary arms race is a wonder to behold, but the UK's cuckoos are vanishing at an alarming rate, says zoologist Nick Davies (full text available to subscribers) [Link]
Mashable » 3 cover letter tips for people who haven't written one in forever
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote an article called "3 Editing Secrets That Will Make Your Cover Letter Even Better." To which a dear (and succinct and purposefully overdramatic) friend wrote, "Can't you just HELP ME WRITE MINE?!?" Where was she stuck? In her words: "Is it terrible to say I haven't written [a cover letter] since college and don't … [Link]
Slashdot » Nerve Cells Made From Blood Cells
BarbaraHudson writes: CBC reports that Canadian scientists are turning blood into nerve cells. They do so by manipulating stem cells that have been taken from a patient's blood, eventually switching them into neural stem cells (abstract). These can then give rise to multiple different nerve cells suitable for use in the rest of the body. Team leader Mick Bhatia said, … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Getting an insight into Einstein's worlds
From a row about time to a bad paper on black holes, there's lots to learn about Einstein from a clutch of books published at the centenary of general relativity [Link]
Slashdot » Software Patch Fixes Mars Curiosity Rover's Auto-focus Glitch
An anonymous reader writes: Scientists from Los Alamos National Laboratory have successfully uploaded and applied a software patch to NASA's Curiosity Rover on Mars. The patch fixes a focusing problem that cropped up in November when the laser that helps to focus one of its cameras failed. "Without this laser rangefinder, the ChemCam instrument was somewhat blind," said Roger Wiens, … [Link]
Mashable » Australia reacts to Ireland's revolutionary same-sex marriage vote
After Ireland became the first country to legalise same-sex marriage by popular vote, Australian politicians and the public took to social media to express their opinion on the topic — with an overwhelming number calling for a similar change Down Under. On Twitter, past and present Australian politicians from the traditionally left-leaning parties, including independents, the Australian Greens and the Labor … [Link]
Mashable » The bodyshamed dancing man finally got his blowout Hollywood party
The dancing man who was bodyshamed on 4chan earlier this year was celebrated at one of Hollywood's hottest clubs on Saturday night. The man, Sean O'Brien, was skewered online after photos of him dancing at a concert surfaced on 4chan, an anonymous imageboard website known for its role in the nude celebrity photo leak last summer. See also: Thousands of women … [Link]
Mashable » Aesthetics algorithm spots beauty that humans overlook
Beautiful images are not always popular ones, which is where the CrowdBeauty algorithm can help, computer scientists say. One of the depressing truths about social media is that the popularity of an image is not necessarily an indication of its quality. It's easy to find hugely popular content of dubious quality. But it's much harder to find unpopular content of high … [Link]
Mashable » LinkedIn-esque app for doctors helped save lives after Nepal earthquake
When you're sick, you can choose the doctor who treats you. If that doctor can't handle your case, he or she refers you to another doctor. On what basis does the former recommend the latter? Is it word-of-mouth, friendship, or former acquaintance? Generally, doctors rely on their ad hoc professional network based on friendship and goodwill, rather than experience and professional … [Link]
Slashdot » Amazon Decides To Start Paying Tax In the UK
Mark Wilson sends word that Amazon will begin paying corporate taxes on profits made in the UK. The company had previously been recording most of its UK sales as being in Luxembourg, which let them avoid the higher taxes in the UK. But at the end of last year, UK regulators decided they were losing too much tax revenue because … [Link]
Mashable » Australia's Guy Sebastian nails Eurovision performance, wins fifth place
In Australia's first — and perhaps, only — time participating in the Eurovision Song Contest, singer Guy Sebastian belted his single "Tonight Again," winning the country a well-deserved fifth place. Australia was offered a wildcard entry into the 60-year-old event, and Sebastian had to overcome a crowd doubtful about his right to take to the stage — given Australia is, um, … [Link]
Mashable » Our hopes for one 'Orphan Black' romance may have just gone up in flames
Warning: This post contains spoilers about the most recent episode of Orphan Black. Things got explosive on Orphan Black tonight, and we're not just talking about all the drama. Hot Paul has literally exploded, and he took Dr. Coady's creepy research with him. See also: A huge betrayal on 'Orphan Black' changed everything The silver lining to this terrible loss is … [Link]
Mashable » 7 brilliant tips for managing stress in the C-suite
Every founder dreams of the day his or her startup experiences runaway success, but the reality of massive growth can be terrifying. Recently, my company experienced four of the best sales months we’ve ever had, and it seemed like we were hiring a new employee every week. Most CEOs would’ve been breaking out the champagne, but I found myself overcome with … [Link]
Mashable » Watching 3D movies is good for your brain, study says
Regardless of where you stand on the Hollywood's 3D trend, the option has added an artistic expansion to big budget films, as well as a welcome box office boost. The results of the 3D process vary, and there is still a moviegoing faction that just isn't buying what studios are selling. However, one British study could give the industry a new … [Link]
Slashdot » Study: Science Still Seen As a Male Profession
sciencehabit sends news of a study published in the Journal of Educational Psychology which found that science is still perceived as a predominantly male profession across the world. The results were broken out by country, and while the overall trend stayed consistent throughout (PDF), there were variations in perception. For explicit bias: "Countries where this association was strongest included South … [Link]
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