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 » Aiming To Beat Tesla's "3", Chevy Tests and Teases a Cheaper 200-Mile Electric Car
PC Magazine is one of many to note Chevrolet's upcoming effort to beat Tesla's Model 3 to market with a car that is "affordable" (a lot more affordable than the Model S) but which tops the 200-mile range that right now only Tesla beats in a widely available pure electric car. The Model 3 is expected to feature many of … [Link]
Mashable » Tough road ahead for Wimbledon fan favorite Andy Murray
The draw is in, and the All England Club's fan favorite appears to have one of the toughest roads back to the Wimbledon final. Scotland native Andy Murray, who in 2013 became the first British man since 1936 to win the tournament, is grouped together with Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer at the bottom half of the men's bracket What it … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Fifteen Minutes into ‘No Man’s Sky': What Is It Like?
No Man’s Sky looks like a truly original and ambitious game. One which the world has never really seen before. A fully open universe where you can go in any direction and explore the universe with no limitations whatsoever. Thing is, as awesome and ambitious as the game seems, it leaves many gamers scratching their heads. What will we be … [Link]
Mashable » 8 Pride-themed Easter eggs from Google
This weekend cities all over the world are waving rainbow flags for Gay Pride parades, held in celebration of the LGBT community and its history This year's celebrations are particularly heartening as they follow the Supreme Court's landmark decision to legalize same-sex marriage in all 50 states. See also: San Francisco celebrates Pride — and the right to marry In honor … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Schwartz is Strong With These Spaceballs LEGO Models [Pics]
LEGO builder NvdK has uploaded two unique Spaceballs LEGO Models to the LEGO Ideas site so that they can possibly one day become official LEGO sets: the Eagle 5 and Spaceballs One. Both sets look absolutely fantastic, and if you want them to become reality, be sure to head over to LEGO ideas and vote for them! 
[LEGO Ideas: Eagle … [Link]
Slashdot » AMD's Project Quantum Gaming PC Contains Intel CPU
nateman1352 links to an article at Tom's Hardware which makes the interesting point that chip-maker AMD will offer Intel — rather than AMD — CPUs in their upcoming high-end gaming PC. (High-end for being based on integrated components, at least.) From the article: Recently, AMD showed off its plans for its Fiji based graphics products, among which was Project Quantum … [Link]
Mashable » British and Irish victims named in Tunisia hotel attack
Updated: Saturday, 27 June 2015 9.30 p.m.The names of British and Irish victims were revealed Saturday in a terrorist shooting at a Tunisian beach resort that left at least 39 dead and dozens more injured. The British foreign office has confirmed at least 15 Britons were among the dead, making the attack the deadliest act of terrorism against the British people … [Link]
Mashable » A changing planet: 4 places where climate change is taking its toll
In September, the United Nations will vote on 17 proposed Sustainable Development Goals for the world to strive for over the next 15 years. The goals include taking unprecedented steps to halt climate change, guiding the policies that will change the world for the better by framing global agendas and guiding political action. In the gallery below are four countries (Nepal, … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » WANT: Star Wars Darth Vader 18 oz Oval Ceramic Mug
Do not underestimate the power of a black cup of coffee. I don’t know about you, but I want this mug right now. 
[Star Wars Darth Vader 18 oz Oval Ceramic Mug – Amazon.com] The post WANT: Star Wars Darth Vader 18 oz Oval Ceramic Mug appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Watch Florence and the Machine cover Foo Fighters in tribute to Dave Grohl's broken leg
Total badass Dave Grohl blew minds in mid-June when he broke his leg during a Foo Fighters concert, left the stage to be fitted with a cast and then returned to finish out the show. In tribute, Florence + the Machine performed a stripped down cover of the Foo Fighters' "Times Like These" at the Glastonbury Festival in England. When … [Link]
Mashable » People are losing their cool over this hot, meme-worthy gorilla
When strong jawlines and rippling abs no longer do it for you, consider this unusual object of desire: Shabani the hot gorilla. Since the gorilla's move to Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Nagoya, Japan, people have flocked to see the strapping ape in the flesh, the Daily Mail Australia reports Shabani grew up at the Taronga Zoo in Sydney before … [Link]
Slashdot » Why Didn't Voyager Visit Pluto?
Flash Modin writes: NASA built the twin Voyager spacecraft for a rare planetary alignment that put Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune within reach at once. Originally, Voyager 1 was programmed to see Pluto in 1986, but managers targeted Saturn's planet-like moon Titan instead. That choice made Pluto impossible by vaulting Voyager 1 from the orbital plane. Interestingly, Voyager 2, which … [Link]
Mashable » Pro-Confederate flag protesters rally in South Carolina and Alabama
Confederate flag-waving protesters crowded the steps of the South Carolina Statehouse in Columbia on Saturday, hours after an activist named Bree Newsome briefly removed the controversial flag and was arrested immediately afterwards. See also: Woman climbs pole, pulls down South Carolina Confederate flag, gets arrested A similar rally drew nearly one thousand demonstrators at the state capitol building in Montgomery, Alabama, … [Link]
Mashable » More than 500 people injured in Taiwan park explosion
Updated: Sunday, 28 June 2015 3:30 a.m. EDT More than 500 people were injured during an explosion at a park in New Taipei City, Taiwan on Saturday, reports the country's Central News Agency, according to CNN. See also: 5 ways to check that you're giving money to the right charities Fire broke out after flammable powder apparently exploded on stage during … [Link]
Slashdot » GA Tech Researchers Train Computer To Create New "Mario Brothers" Levels
An anonymous reader writes with a Georgia Institute of Technology report that researchers there have created a computing system that views gameplay video from streaming services like YouTube or Twitch, analyzes the footage and then is able to create original new sections of a game. The team tested their discovery, the first of its kind, with the original Super Mario … [Link]
Mashable » 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child': Everything you need to know
If summoning charms were real, Harry Potter fans everywhere would be trying to find the new script for the play Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildAccio more information! Author J.K. Rowling announced on Jun. 25 that a new play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, would debut in London's West End next summer. Tickets will go on sale this fall Based … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » This Deep Fried Big Mac Looks Deliciously Bad for You [Pic + Time-Lapse Video]
I don’t know about you, but I’d eat the hell out of that thing, even though my stomach (and arteries) might hate me later for it. The recipe is super simple: Make some scrambled eggs, dunk the Big Mac in the mixture, cover with panko crumbs, and then deep fry the whole thing. Om nom nom nom. Here’s a time-lapse … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 10 Weirdest ‘Batman Arkham Knight’ Glitches
As I am sure many of you are hearing, the PC port of Arkham Knight got pulled for not quite being ready, but before that happened, quite a few hilarious glitches were screen-capped and caught on tape. Keep in mind, we are not mocking the game, as it is fantastic. We are just laughing at some harmless glitches. Truth be … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » A Day in the Life of Admiral Ackbar [Comic]
A comic by @noobthelooser from College Humor. 
JUST SAY IT, ADMIRAL! [Source: College Humor] The post A Day in the Life of Admiral Ackbar [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Stephen Colbert mocks dissenting SCOTUS opinions on gay marriage
Stephen Colbert is back with some choice words for the Supreme Court justices who voted against legalizing same-sex marriage in all 50 U.S. states. In response to yesterday's 5-4 ruling, Colbert and his team of writers at the upcoming Late Show mock some of the claims made in Chief Justice John Roberts' and Justice Antonin Scalia's dissents Colbert's latest political … [Link]
Popular Science » This Insanely Hard, Self-Driving Robot Race Takes Place In A Parking Lot
Robot rockTed Burnham/PopSciBen Greer, an astrophysics student at the University of Colorado, built one of these spider-like "hexapod" bots using a light-based navigation sensor from a robotic vacuum cleaner — but didn't count on the bright sunlight making it wander aimlessly. “The best thing that I’m aiming for is getting around the first corner," he said.The challenge of the Autonomous Vehicle … [Link]
Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: Are Post-Install Windows Slowdowns Inevitable?
blackest_k writes: I recently reinstalled Windows 7 Home on a laptop. A factory restore (minus the shovelware), all the Windows updates, and it was reasonably snappy. Four weeks later it's running like a slug, and now 34 more updates to install. The system is clear of malware (there are very few additional programs other than chrome browser). It appears that … [Link]
Slashdot » 79% of Airbnb Listings In Barcelona Are Illegal
dkatana writes: Barcelona has more than 16,000 Airbnb listings and, according to reports on Cities of the Future, 79% could be illegal. "In April, Airbnb's European General Manager Jeroen Merchiers confirmed, during the Student Tourism Congress in Barcelona, that the platform has more than 85,000 listings in Spain alone." But most Airbnb hosts do not apply for a permit, fail … [Link]
Mashable » Printing stickers with Polaroid's Zip Instant Photoprinter is too much fun
I love being able to hold pictures in my hands, but I love being able to stick my pictures on things even more. Sticker pictures are back, and they're more fun to print out than they were before thanks to Polaroid's $130 pocket-sized Zip Instant Photoprinter. Before digital cameras, before cellphone cameras and before Facebook and Instagram, there was the … [Link]
Mashable » Shia LaBeouf as all 13 'Doctor Who' Doctors
It started as a joke. Brandon Bird was just kidding when he tweeted his idea to paint Shia LaBeouf as The Doctor from Doctor Who, but the artist's Twitter followers demanded it. See also: 'Doctor Who' Explained in 25 GIFs How angry would people be if I drew Shia LaBeouf dressed as The Doctor. — Brandon Bird (@Brandon_Bird) September 15, 2014 … [Link]
Mashable » San Francisco celebrates Pride — and the right to marry
SAN FRANCISCO — The commencement of Pride weekend was extra sweet here after the Supreme Court decided in favor of the constitutional right for same-sex couples to marry nationwide. "Happy SCOTUS," a man exclaimed, hugging a friend in the heart of the city's Castro district, near the joyful scene that unfolded Friday evening in the wake of the court's historic decision. … [Link]
Mashable » 10 unusual alcohol flavors to shake up your next cocktail
Flavored liquor isn't always the classiest option. (Looking at you, birthday cake vodka.) But when you want a cocktail that's bound to raise a few eyebrows, adding an unusual flavor is a great option. With wine made from lemons and lawn-flavored liqueur, the strange possibilities have become nearly endless. See also: 10 Weird Ice Cream Flavors to Terrify Your Taste Buds … [Link]
Slashdot » Are We Too Quick To Act On Social Media Outrage?
RedK writes: Connie St-Louis, on June 8th, reported on apparently sexist remarks made by Sir Tim Hunt, a Nobel prize winning scientist, during an event organised for women in sciences. This led to the man's dismissal from his stations, all in such urgency that he did not even have time to present his side, nor was his side ever offered … [Link]
Mashable » Grotesque art shows animal crackers as living creatures
Neither delicious nor nutritious, animal crackers are nevertheless an enduring and popular snack. From a young age, we've come to recognize them as our favorite zoo animals See also: 'Game of Thrones' assembles as the Avengers But take another look at the average animal cracker. How well does that really resemble a living creature? 
That's a pretty sad looking lion, palImage: … [Link]
Mashable » 10-year-old mutt Quasi Modo crowned the World's Ugliest Dog
Who says there's no glory in being ugly? On Friday, judges crowned a 10-year-old mutt named Quasi Modo as the 2015 winner of the World's Ugliest Dog competition held in Petaluma, California. See also: 19 Dogs That Don't Care About Society's View of Beauty 
Image: Jason Edelson/Getty ImagesThe winning mutt, a pit bull-Dutch shepherd, and his owner took home the coveted … [Link]
Mashable » Make a summer statement necklace that won't make you sweat
Look good all summer without breaking a sweat. Statement necklaces look great with simple dresses and minimal T-shirt styles but they're always so bulky and heavy, the summer heat can feel especially merciless. See also: 14 DIY gifts to make for Galentine's Day However, there are some jewelry styles out there that complement your look without making your uncomfortable — … [Link]
Mashable » Woman climbs pole, pulls down South Carolina Confederate flag, gets arrested
A woman scaled the 30-foot flagpole outside South Carolina's Statehouse on Saturday morning and pulled down the controversial Confederate flag just hours before a planned rally for the flag's supporters. Bree Newsome, 30, who is black, was promptly arrested without incident when she got to the bottom. A white man who assisted her on the ground was also detained. See … [Link]
Slashdot » Samsung To Stop Blocking Automatic Windows Updates
A few days ago, we mentioned that a piece of (nominally) utility software from Samsung was blocking critical security updates. Understandably, this isn't what users typically want. The Register reports that Samsung has now back-pedaled, though, and will be issuing a patch in the next few days to fix the glitch. (Users were able to manually install the updates anyhow, … [Link]
Mashable » Red, white, and BOOM! Where to watch the best fireworks this July 4th
Happy Birthday, ‘Merica! The biggest party of summer is just a week away, and everyone is invited. Filled with brews, bandanas, and the stars and stripes flying high above barbecues and pool parties, July 4th is a highlight of the summer, closing with a booming fireworks show. See also: 26 weird museums to visit for the ultimate American road trip Since … [Link]
Mashable » Lines form at Greek banks as PM Tsipras calls historic bailout vote
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras announced an unexpected referendum early Saturday morning, giving the indebted country's people a chance to accept or refuse the bailout deal offered by international creditors Thursday. In a televised speech, Tsipras called the bailout deal "blackmail" and an "ultimatum that contravenes the founding principles and values of Europe." His recommendation to the people of Greece is … [Link]
Mashable » 13 braided hairstyles to tame your summer 'do
Summer means a lot of things for your hair. While the extra rays give you that sun-kissed look, the heat, humidity and the occasional downpour can wreak havoc on your breezy, summer 'do. As much as you'd like to have the time and budget to stop whatever you're doing to restyle your tresses, that's not always an option. But just because … [Link]
Slashdot » AppleCare+ Now Covers Batteries That Drop To 80%
Mark Wilson writes with news that Apple's AppleCare+ plan has been updated to address one of the biggest worries that people have about products with non-removeable batteries, and that become very expensive paperweights when the juice runs out. From BetaNews: "Previously, the extended warranty only covered batteries that would hold 50 percent charge or less. Now this has been updated … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Save Big on These Studio Ghibli Blu-Ray/DVD Combos! (My Neighbor Totoro, Howl’s Moving Castle, Etc…)
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, Amazon has some amazing title (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combos) from Studio Ghibli for just $16.67 each! –Howl’s Moving Castle (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo) – $26.50 $16.67 –My Neighbor Totoro (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo) – $26.50 $17.28 –Castle in the Sky (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo) – $26.50 $17.28 –Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » WANT: Star Wars R2-D2 BBQ Apron
From Thinkgeek: The Star Wars R2-D2 BBQ Apron turns your torso into R2-D2. It features a one-piece drawstring which makes it expandable to almost every body type (from Gormaanda to IG-88) and four pockets to hold all your cooking gadgets. Because although Artoo had slots for all sorts of attachments, you, our friend, do not. Take that spoon off your … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Hulk Gets A Name Change (Sort Of)
So who we have known as the Incredible Hulk since we first saw the lumbering beast is getting a name overhaul. Well, more like a title overhaul. I have to warn you, though. It seems a bit strange and about fifteen years behind the times. So, um, Marvel decided to re-brand the Incredible Hulk into the Totally Awesome Hulk. They … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Horrible Truth Behind Pac-Man [Comic]
[Source: Pictures in Boxes | Like “Pictures in Boxes” on Facebook | Follow “Pictures in Boxes” on Twitter] The post The Horrible Truth Behind Pac-Man [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 7 Times Games Were Sick of Your Nonsense
Sometimes, video games just have no time for your nonsense, and they make that very clear. (Via OutsideXbox) The post 7 Times Games Were Sick of Your Nonsense appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
New Scientist – News » Unfair: The justice system is broken, can science fix it?
From false confessions to expert testimony that juries are ill-equipped to understand, our criminal justice system needs a radical refit, says a new book
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Mashable » 'Slaughter on Sunbeds': British newspapers capture horror of Tunisia attack
LONDON — "Bloody friday", "Massacre on the Beach" and "Laughing as he Fired" were just some of the headlines on the front pages of British newspapers on Saturday morning, a day after 38 people, most believed to be Britons, were killed in a gun attack in Tunisia. See also: Large number of dead in Tunisia hotel attack are British Papers captured … [Link]
Mashable » 'Star Wars' battleships crash land on Earth in spectacular photo series
From a galaxy far, far way to your back yard. By digitally altering photographs of major cities like London, New York City and Tokyo, French art director Nicolas Amiard brings battleships of sci-fi movie franchise Star Wars to our earthly terrain. See also: Beep boop beep: An interactive, animated droid encyclopedia "I thought the scene of the crashed destroyer in the … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Terminator Goes on Vacation [Video]
He’ll be back. [ADHD] The post Terminator Goes on Vacation [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » Drone Diverts Firefighting Planes, Incurring $10,000 Cost
An anonymous reader writes: Fire is raging through thousands of acres of forest in California. A few days ago we discussed how a man's personal drone was shooed away from a fire site. Now, the drone situation has gotten worse. The U.S. Forest Service is helping to fight the fire by sending planes full of fire retardant to drop on … [Link]
Mashable » How Pakistan and India can prevent future heat wave fatalities
The 1.4 billion people of India and Pakistan are no strangers to long periods of sizzlingly hot and humid weather at this time of year. The average daily high temperature in Delhi in the month of May is 105 degrees Fahrenheit. But with nearly 3,000 people killed between the two countries in two distinct heat wave events during May and June, … [Link]
Mashable » Spotify or Apple Music? Which streaming music service is right for you?
If it seems like there's suddenly a whole bunch of different music streaming services, that's because ….there's suddenly a whole bunch of different music streaming services With Apple about to throw its considerable weight into the streaming music industry, the already crowded market now seems downright congested. Every company seems to make its own claim as to why it's best So … [Link]
Mashable » Handle your package with care: An easy guide to manscaping
It’s almost a prerequisite: To get lucky in the sack, a man needs to take care of his first. And by that, we mean grooming your boys. They, too, need your attention. No longer a barbaric ordeal — that is, taking scissors to the scrotum or blindly shaving your bits with a razor and face shaving cream — the process of … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Feedback: A mind-bending law looms
Lengthening list of the bans, make mine a superposed shandy, moan over Alabama and more (full text available to subscribers)
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Slashdot » Philanthropy For Hackers
An anonymous reader writes: Sean Parker, co-founder of Napster and the first president of Facebook, was part of a generation of geeks who rode the dot-com boom to financial success. Over the past two decades, that population has dramatically increased, and former hackers are carving out spots as leaders of industry. In the Wall Street Journal, Parker has posted advice … [Link]
Mashable » 5 ways to be nicer at work — don't worry, it's easier than you think
Are you nice to your co-workers? Before you answer, take a moment to think about it. How often do you ask them personal questions before jumping into a request? When was the last time you spoke to the person sitting next to you about anything besides work? After reading this New York Times article about how bosses don't have the time … [Link]
Mashable » This private jet company is offering flights for only $4 this July 4th
Kanye once said, “Sorry I’m in pajamas, but I just got off the PJ.” No need to apologize, Ye, because now we normal folk can too descend from a private jet in our pajamas. For just $4, you can book a private charter flight this July 4th. See also: The Best Airline Seat That $21,000 Can Buy Of course, there's a … [Link]
Mashable » Glastonbury's nocturnal netherworld of twisted imaginations and games
PILTON, England — By day, Glastonbury Festival is as you'd expect: A vast, bright and friendly festival with an eclectic combination of music, artistic performances, steaming food stalls and tie-dye-pushing shops. There's a slow, chilled atmosphere and people of all ages, from babies in prams to silver-haired hippies, mix across the site's hundreds of acres See also: 8 aerial photos that … [Link]
Mashable » 9 LGBT influencers sound off on their biggest queer pet peeves
Pride Month is a time to celebrate the triumphs of the LGBT community, including the fact that same-sex marriage is finally legal in the U.S. Celebrating progress is needed in any social movement — after all, what’s activism without appreciating the successes of your struggle? But celebration can’t overshadow the work that still needs to be done. See also: LGBT families … [Link]
Slashdot » The Physics of Lexus's Hoverboard
benonemusic writes: Lexus' hoverboard may never become commercially available, but is it scientifically feasible? You'd need to place a superconducting material in a magnetic field powerful enough to support the board and the rider. Steve Gourlay of Lawrence Berkeley Lab's Superconductor Magnet Group provides insights, including the possibility that Lexus put some very strong rare-earth magnets underneath the sidewalk in … [Link]
Mashable » Large number of dead in Tunisia hotel attack are British
LONDON — Tunisia's prime minister has said the majority of people killed in a gun attack at a beach resort in the country are British, though the exact number of British victims is still being determined. See also: ISIS claims responsibility after 39 are killed in attack at tourist hotel in Tunisia At least 38 people were killed and dozens more … [Link]
Mashable » 38 dogs who are tail-waggingly excited about their first day at work
LONDON — Going to work every morning is bad enough, but it's even harder when you can't take your dog in with you. See also: Dogs photographed after their baths know how you feel on a bad hair day Well not for some on Friday. As part of a campaign to raise money for dog welfare charities, a British pet grooming … [Link]
Slashdot » Why Is Google Opening a New Data Center In a Former Coal-Fired Power Plant?
HughPickens.com writes: Quentin Hardy reports at the NY Times that Google has announced it is opening its 14th data center inside a former coal-fired power plant in Stevenson, Alabama. While there is considerable irony in taking over a coal-burning plant and promoting alternative power, there are pragmatic reasons Google would want to put a $600 million data center in such … [Link]
Slashdot » NIST Updates Random Number Generation Guidelines
An anonymous reader writes: Encryption weighs heavily on the public consciousness these days, as we've learned that government agencies are keeping an eye on us and a lot of our security tools aren't as foolproof as we've thought. In response to this, the National Institute of Standards and Technology has issued a formal update to its document on how to … [Link]
Mashable » 'Supreme Joy': Newspaper front pages capture marriage equality
Kissing couples and rainbow flags were printed on Saturday's front pages around the country following the Supreme Court decision to allow same-sex marriage. "Supreme Joy," wrote the Hartford Courant while the New York Times marked the momentous occasion with this stirring headline: "Equal Dignity." For the San Francisco Chronicle, an image of City Hall basking in the shadow of a rainbow … [Link]
Mashable » Microsoft went all out for its Windows 10 desktop background
When Windows 10 launches on July 29, pay special attention to the default desktop background. Microsoft partnered with San Francisco designer Bradley G. Munkowitz, whose worked on films such as Tron, to create a spectacle out of the desktop background. Microsoft used lights, projectors, camera mapping and even a fog machine to create a 3D-looking Windows 10 logo. See also: … [Link]
Mashable » Sports world celebrates same-sex marriage with a flood of tweets
Many in the professional sports community used social media to praise the Supreme Court's landmark decision Friday to eradicate same-sex marriage bans in the United States. Athletes and sports organizations took to Twitter and Instagram to show their support for the LGBT community, including Jason Collins, the first openly gay man to participate in one of the nation's four most popular … [Link]
Slashdot » Protesters Block Effort To Restart Work On Controversial Hawaii Telescope
sciencehabit writes: An attempt to restart construction on what would be one of the world's largest telescopes was blocked yesterday, after state authorities escorting construction vehicles clashed with protesters blockading the road to the summit of Hawaii's Mauna Kea volcano. Officers from Hawaii's Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), and construction workers for the Thirty-Meter Telescope (TMT), turned back … [Link]
Mashable » USA dominates China to advance in Women's World Cup: 3 things we learned
The U.S. national team beat China 1-0 in the Women's World Cup quarterfinals on Friday to advance to the tournament's final four. Carli Lloyd scored the lone goal in a game that was never in real doubt despite the the narrow margin. See also: Watch Japan score the most beautiful goal of the Women's World Cup The U.S. now moves on … [Link]
Mashable » This is why you should never try to touch the Queen's Guard
London tourists, beware: The Queen's Guard don't like it when you touch them. The guy in the video above definitely learns this lesson the hard way. After walking up and down alongside a member of the Queen's Guard, he eventually tries to put a hand on the Guard's shoulder. The soldier swiftly turns around, raises his rifle and screams "GET … [Link]
Mashable » White House gets a rainbow makeover
The north front of the White House got a rainbow makeover after the Supreme Court's historic ruling to allow same-sex marriage in all 50 states. On Friday evening, red, yellow, violet, blue and green lights covered the White House entryway, attracting a crowd of onlookers. The lighting looked similar to a cartoon drawing of a rainbow-clad White House that was posted … [Link]
Mashable » Cliff Alexander and the NBA Draft heartbreak you never hear about
This time last year, Cliff Alexander was hot stuff He was finishing high school in Chicago, on his way to play college hoops at national powerhouse Kansas. He was ranked the third-best recruit in the class of 2014, ahead of Karl-Anthony Towns and D'Angelo Russell, the first and second picks in Thursday night's NBA Draft Mock drafts at the time also … [Link]
Slashdot » Charter Hires Net Neutrality Activist To Make Policy
An anonymous reader writes: The Federal Communications Commission has been at loggerheads with many ISPs lately, after the agency pushed through net neutrality rules that have now gone into effect. The defeat of Comcast's attempted acquisition of Time Warner Cable was hailed by many net neutrality activists as a victory, but then came the news that Charter was looking to … [Link]
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