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 » Aladdin cast grants surprise wish for 1 millionth guest
One lucky couple got upgraded to a whole new world when they went to see Aladdin on Broadway. Upon checking in with their tickets, the couple was treated to a glorious announcement that they (well, one of them) was the show's 1 millionth guest — but the magic didn't end there. They were upgraded to orchestra seats, given champagne and … [Link]
Mashable » Teen stampedes are a thing of the past at Vidcon
ANAHEIM, California — Just last year, you couldn't make it across the Anaheim Convention Center lobby without getting swept up in a Vidcon tradition: the teen stampede Of the more than 20,000 people who come here to see their favorite YouTube stars, the overwhelming majority are teen girls. And from their fervor sprang one spontaneous bum-rush after another — one fan … [Link]
Slashdot » An Interview With Hacking Team's CEO
Alastair Stevenson writes: I talked to the leader of the world's most hated surveillance company about its path to recovery and morals, following a massive attack on its systems. CEO David Vincenzetti, as you might expect, thinks that his company "deserves the protection of law and order," and disclaims (also as you'd expect) responsibility for what its clients do with … [Link]
Mashable » Hero surfer who escaped shark attack gets back in the water
Mick Fanning is now back on the water after surviving a terrifying shark attack while competing in the J-Bay Open surf competition in South Africa on Monday The pro surfer posted a dramatic portrait on Instagram on Friday in which he returns to the surf, solo, board in hand. See also: Hero surfer Mick Fanning after shark attack: 'I'm tripping out' … [Link]
Slashdot » YouTube Is Adding VR Video Support To Streaming Videos
An anonymous reader writes: While YouTube's streaming platform currently supports 3D videos OR 360 degree videos, the combination of the two is essential for properly immersive virtual reality video. Fortunately, the company has announced that they'll soon enable support for 3D + 360 degree videos, bringing more immersive VR video capability to the platform. Currently, 360 degree YouTube videos can … [Link]
Mashable » NBA star Stephen Curry wishes young boy with cancer a happy birthday
Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors made a young boy's birthday that much sweeter this week. The Warriors sent Taliq Davis, a 10-year-old battling brain cancer, a care package after discovering he was an avid fan See also: Teacher with breast cancer gets a big pick-me-up from PS22 kids' chorus Curry took it one step further. On Wednesday, the NBA … [Link]
Mashable » Rare photos of Obama's visit to Kenya in 1987
President Barack Obama arrived in Nairobi, Kenya on Friday — his first trip as president to his father's native country. He's the first sitting president to visit Kenya, though he's been three times before. He last did so in 2006, as a senator from Illinois. See also: Obama on 'The Daily Show': I'm sure the Republicans are enjoying Trump's dominance But … [Link]
Slashdot » When Do Robocars Become Cheaper Than Standard Cars?
Hallie Siegel writes: With all the extra sensors and technology that have to go into autonomous cars, you might expect them to cost more. After all, autonomous features like park assist and auto lane changing are added-value components that you pay extra for on current vehicles. But autonomous car expert Brad Templeton thinks it could be that the overall cost … [Link]
Mashable » #Curvy forced Instagram to rethink how it polices hashtags
Curvy girls are no longer banned from Instagram, thanks to new technology implemented by the social media platform. After the hashtag "curvy" was banned earlier this month from being searched on the site, Instagram is using new, automated systems designed to keep the hashtag "clean" of porn and nudity, a spokesperson told Mashable. "We’re unblocking it, but we are also unblocking … [Link]
Mashable » Pluto is enveloped by a hazy halo, and nitrogen ice may flow on its surface
Another week, another batch of surprising discoveries about Pluto from New Horizons — the NASA spacecraft that made the first-ever close flyby of Pluto on July 14. On Friday, scientists working with the New Horizons mission announced that they have found possible ice flows in the heart of the dwarf planet, lending credence to the idea that the world has played … [Link]
Mashable » Post-apocalyptic 'Fallout Shelter' blasts onto Android in August
Android device owners will soon get the joy of managing their own post-apocalyptic shelter and keeping its residents happy next month. Bethesda Softworks announced the free-to-play Fallout Shelter will come to the Google Play Store Aug. 13, two months after it showed up iTunes. The game is set in the world of Fallout, which imagines what a post-bomb drop society would … [Link]
Mashable » If we ended energy tax breaks, we could finance universal access to water
Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush said this week that he wants to end tax breaks and other subsidies for all forms of energy, including fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas, as well as renewables like wind and solar If he were to be elected president and follow through on this, it could potentially transform the energy landscape. However, … [Link]
Mashable » There's a reason Treyarch's Call of Duty story is a total mystery
What’s going on with Call of Duty: Black Ops 3's story? There's a grim future where humanity is at odds with the progression of military technology. There's a Snowden-esque whistleblower bringing dark doings to the forefront. What does it all mean? Yes, the game's not out until November, but Treyarch's held more back than is typical for the annual shooter series. That's no … [Link]
Mashable » Behold, the perfect lyrics for 'The Legend of Zelda' theme song
The Legend of Zelda series has some of the most iconic music in all of gaming, and yet very little of it has been given the beautiful lyrics it deserves. Until now. Animation studio Fox ADHD has lovingly crafted a lyricized version of the game's theme song. Dedicated to the time-wasting aspects of Link's journeys, the parody theme song pays … [Link]
Mashable » Report: Square confidentially files for IPO
Square has confidentially filed for an initial public offering, according to Bloomberg. The report, which cited people with knowledge of the matter, states the mobile payments company is working with Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Chase. See also: Inside the tech divorce of the decade: PayPal and eBay start a new life without each other Square is led by Jack … [Link]
Slashdot » Pluto's Haze
Today brings another release of images from NASA's New Horizons probe. This time, it includes an image taken seven hours after closest approach, when the probe was looking back at Pluto. It captured the dwarf planet in silhouette: the body of the planet is in darkness, but the atmosphere is luminous with deflected sunlight. "A preliminary analysis of the image … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » EFI Launches Fiery API for Digital Print Management
EFI, a digital imaging solution provider, has launched the Fiery API to enable print service providers to develop customized solutions that streamline digital print operations. The API allows service providers to integrate digital print operations with existing and third-party IT systems. The integration allows for smooth data sharing and eliminates multiple manual steps traditionally involved in printing projects.
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Mashable » Mom makes adorable cartoon-shaped snacks for her toddler
Toddlers are famously picky eaters, but this Australian mom has no trouble getting her son, Jacob, to eat healthy food. Every day, Lelah Mohmedi makes Jacob nutritious breakfasts, lunches and snacks — in the shapes of his favorite cartoon characters. And she documents it all on the Instagram account @jacobs_food_diaries. See also: Adorable baby with Down syndrome scored a modeling contract … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Dynatrace Adds Support for Docker API to APM Tools
Among developers, Docker containers are clearly all the rage these days. But it may very well turn out to be the Docker API that winds up saving IT organizations from a management crisis that is starting to build inside IT operations teams.
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Popular Science » Unreal Engine 4 Is Showing Gamers What High-Powered Nostalgia Looks Like
The eternal fires of nostalgia have been burning a little brighter these past few weeks, fueled by videos from modders rebooting the classics on video game development suite Unreal Engine 4. Pokémon, Mario, Link and Sonic all received demo videos, where the fan favorites ran, hopped, and fire-breathed through gorgeous, dynamic landscapes made possible by Unreal’s ever-evolving tools.Earlier this year, … [Link]
Popular Science » Huggy Snakes, More Pluto, And Other Amazing Images Of The Week
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Popular Science » World’s First Malaria Vaccine Takes Another Step Forward
Flckr CC by YasserMalaria is often transmitted through mosquitoes that are infected with the parasite, Plasmodium falciparum.The world’s first malaria vaccine was given a positive opinion by the European Medicines Agency–Europe’s drug regulator, comparable to the FDA–according to an announcement made today by GlaxoSmithKline, the vaccine’s maker. The positive review does not mean that the vaccine is approved for use. Rather, … [Link]
Mashable » NBA star says he'll 'push through' and survive on $6.9 million salary
Don’t fret for NBA star Josh Smith, you guys. He's gonna persevere and be just fine The new Los Angeles Clippers signee will earn $6.9 million this season, but says he's going to "push through it" even though "it is going to be a little harder on me this year" because "at the end of the day, you know, I do … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Jedi Chipmunks Epic Lightsaber Battle [Video]
Jedi Chimpmunk Squirrels to the rescue! If you’re the kind of Star Wars fan who enjoys anything and everything to do with a galaxy far, far away, this epic chipmunk lightsaber battle might be right up your alley. We assume one squirrel is a Jedi and the other has clearly gone to the dark side. [VidGeo] The post Jedi Chipmunks … [Link]
Mashable » Cool dude Jake Gyllenhaal refuses to trash-talk his ex, Taylor Swift
In a week when it seems everyone on the planet has something to say about Taylor Swift, Jake Gyllenhaal has no interest in joining in The actor, who is currently promoting his boxing film Southpaw, stopped by Howard Stern's Sirus XM radio show and the shock jock tried his best to get Gyllenhaal to discuss his on-off relationship with Swift, according … [Link]
Mashable » Siri is sassy on the Apple Watch, too
Ask Siri on your Apple Watch her opinion of the best smartwatch on the market, and you'll get a sassy response. "Wow, um, really?" she says. Siri, Apple's digital voice assistant, has been programmed with quick and quirky responses for some time now, (just see what happens when you ask to divide by zero.) But now she's learned a special set … [Link]
Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: Building an Open Source Community For a Proprietary Software Product?
An anonymous reader writes: I run a company that develops scientific computing software. Our core product is a traditional proprietary application — we develop the software and deliver the "binaries" to our customers. We're considering changing our deployment to include all of the source code and giving our customers some additional rights to explore and extend it. The codebase is … [Link]
Mashable » The most innovative part of U2's tour is something the audience never sees
NEW YORK CITY — About an hour into the third of U2's eight-show run at Madison Square Garden this week, Bono hands a smartphone to a woman he’s pulled up on stage. “We're live streaming onto the Internet,” he says, while a massive display shows a feed from U2's Meerkat app account. See also: U2's Manager Responds to Backlash: If You … [Link]
Mashable » The broccoli in 'Inside Out' was changed to bell peppers in the Japan version
Turns out, kids in Japan actually enjoy eating their broccoli. In Disney Pixar's Inside Out "eat your vegetables" scene, broccoli was replaced by green peppers because they are "more universally hated by Japanese children." See also: Creative Mom Turns Bento Boxes Into Geography Lessons 
The dreaded green pepper would make anyone throw a tantrumUm, excuse us? Green bell peppers are more … [Link]
Mashable » How ESPN's Colin Cowherd pissed off the entire Dominican Republic
Radio host Colin Cowherd is a 51-year-old man who gets paid in the two-comma range basically literally just to fire off opinions about pro sports and pro athletes. As part of this gig, Cowherd said on-air Thursday that baseball is not a complex sport OK. Fine. Opinion delivered. And probably a correct one, too. But it's how Cowherd tried to support … [Link]
Mashable » Pie and Beer Day is the greatest holiday you've never heard of
This is the greatest holiday since Festivus. The large Mormon population of Utah celebrates Pioneer Day on July 24, the day that Brigham Young and his settlers first entered the Salt Lake Valley in 1847. But another contingent is celebrating the same day, sans any reference to history or traditional Mormon values. Enter: Pie and Beer day Pioneer. Pie and Beer. … [Link]
Slashdot » FCC Approves AT&T's DirecTV Purchase
An anonymous reader writes: The U.S. Federal Communications Commission has granted approval to AT&T to purchase DirecTV for $48.5 billion. AT&T will become the largest provider of cable or satellite TV in the U.S., with 26.4 million subscribers. "Adding TV customers gives AT&T more power to negotiate with big media companies over prices for those channels. The deal also combines … [Link]
Mashable » New video of Pluto's icy surface shows craters wider than Washington, D.C.
NASA released a simulated flyover of newly discovered land features on Pluto on Friday, using images from the New Horizons mission that it obtained during its close flyby of Pluto on July 14. The video shows a plain known as Sputnik Planum, as well as a newly discovered mountain range that scientists have informally named after Sir Edmund Hillary, the … [Link]
Mashable » No one would bat an eye if you wore these '90s dELiA*s clothes today
We are a bunch of millennials living in the ‘90s dELiA’s was the one store you dragged your mom to at the mall and the one catalog you anxiously waited at your mailbox for. Fans became less interested with the clothing brand over the years but were devastated when the company announced its doors were closing last November. Saying goodbye was … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Leading climate scientist: Future is bleaker than we thought
Will this century bring massive sea -level rises and powerful superstorms? The world's most renowned climate scientist thinks so – although others disagree
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Mashable » Kelly Clarkson took it back to 2000 with a cover of 'N Sync's 'Bye Bye Bye'
Kelly Clarkson is living her best life Dressed in a frilly dress and standing barefoot on stage, the singer treated her audience in Buffalo, New York, to another incredible cover. This time, she tackled your favorite boy band hit, 'N Sync's "Bye Bye Bye," and pretty much killed it Keep the covers coming, Kelly. 57-year-old man laughs, cries and swears … [Link]
Mashable » Boxer who actually goes by Cam Awesome gives awesome post-fight interview
“The second round came and I was like ‘oh okay, I won that round as well. Cam, keep up the good work, you’re truly looking amazing.’ Some people say you’re the Taylor Swift of boxing. I’m not saying you’re the Taylor Swift of boxing. But I’m not not saying you’re the Taylor Swift of boxing.” That's just one snippet of … [Link]
Mashable » Converse debuts new Chuck Taylor to prevent bleeding, blistered heels
It only took 98 years, but Converse has finally created a second iteration of the popular Chuck Taylor, with its All Star II That means your punk rock days of bleeding through the pain of a new pair of Chucks are over. Now you can thrash through a mosh pit in comfort — Chucks have grown more accommodating to an active … [Link]
Popular Science » Kindergarteners Who Share May Be Successful in the Long Run
sharing kidsGemsling, via flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/gems~ who can share and cooperate are more likely to be employed, out of legal trouble and not abusing drugs when they're 25, a new study shows.For decades, researchers and parents have wondered which attributes for kids led to a happy, successful life and which put kids on a path to a darker future. Now, they may … [Link]
Slashdot » Firefox Will Soon Show You Which Tabs Are Making Noise, and Let You Mute Them
An anonymous reader writes: Mozilla is working on identifying Firefox tabs that are currently playing audio. The feature will show an icon if a tab is making sounds and let the user mute the playback. It's worth noting that while Chrome has had audio indicators for more than a year now, it still doesn't let you easily mute tabs. The … [Link]
Mashable » Kristen Bell crowned a 'Frozen' fan with a brain tumor as an honorary princess
Meet the new honorary Princess of Arendelle: Avery Huffman. In a manner truly befitting a princess, Kristen Bell got into full Frozen character as Anna to leave a voicemail message for a young fan with an inoperable brain tumor, leaving special instructions from Queen Elsa herself See also: Dream comes true for young girl who was told princesses can't be … [Link]
Mashable » The exploding U.S. prison population and its skyrocketing costs, state by state
In 1982, each state in the United States combined to spend $15 billion on the country's prison system. Now, states spend triple that amount on average, and have for years due to prison populations that have shot up from Virginia to Alaska As President Barack Obama ramps up his plan for prison reform, the nation will likely talk about the number … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The “Street Fighter” Series Gets the “Honest Trailers” Treatment [Video]
From the studio who hates MegaMan as much as you love it come the game that’s taken more quarters from children than every bully combined. [Smosh Games] The post The “Street Fighter” Series Gets the “Honest Trailers” Treatment [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Popular Science » Latest Pics From New Horizons Reveal Flowing Ices And Pluto's Dark Side
New Horizons says goodbye to PlutoNASA/JHUAPL/SwRSayonara, Pluto! This image was captured by NASA's New Horizons spacecraft from 1.25 million miles away on July 15th, immediately following its flyby of the dwarf planet. Pluto appears in silhouette, backlit by the Sun, while the white outline is the haze in Pluto's atmosphere, which has been revealed by New Horizons to be several times … [Link]
Mashable » Hacked traffic sign warns drivers, 'Ebola outbreak ahead'
If you thought you dodged last year's Ebola outbreak, well, you're wrong — according to a hacked electronic traffic sign in Georgia See also: 3-year-old receives first traffic ticket, reacts the way we all would Residents of Gwinnett, Georgia were alarmed early Wednesday morning to see an electronic traffic sign warn them: "Ebola outbreak ahead." Another contained a racist phrase. Details … [Link]
Slashdot » Researchers: Mobile Users Will Trade Data For Fun and Profit
itwbennett writes: Even as mobile users become more security and privacy conscious, researchers and other mobile data collectors still to collect user data in order to build products and services. The question: How to get users to give up that data? Researchers at the New Jersey Institute of Technology tested two incentives: gamification and micropayments. The test involved building a … [Link]
Mashable » Goodbye, Pluto: Jaw-dropping image reveals dwarf planet's hazy atmosphere
As NASA's New Horizons spacecraft departed Pluto last week, it turned its Long Range Reconnaissance Imager (LORRI) back at the dwarf planet. The result is an image that may be the most breathtaking one taken during the entire pioneering mission so far. Backlit by the sun, Pluto's thin atmosphere shines around the dwarf planet's edges, "like a luminous halo," as NASA … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Resistant bacteria don’t just evade drugs – they are fitter too
When bacteria acquire antibiotic-resistance genes they become better at surviving in the body, challenging the dogma that resistance comes with a cost
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Mashable » 4 new rules for multicultural marketing
This article is part of SWOT Team, a series on Mashable that features insights from leaders in marketing, brand-building and public relations. The United States, and its multicultural composition, is ever-changing. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are 54 million Hispanics living in the U.S. Representing approximately 17% of the total U.S. population, those of Latino origin are the nation's … [Link]
Mashable » 30+ professional events in finance, software, marketing and more
The Mashable Events Board is a great place to list and find leading conferences in your industry, whether it's advertising, technology, media or public relations. This week, we're highlighting five events that can help move your career forward. If you don't find anything that's right for you, check out dozens of other events featured in our complete listing. Read more… 
Mashable » If you ask Google Maps 'are we there yet?' enough times, it gives you 'tude
If you're on a road trip and you nag Google Maps enough, it will have a few choice words for you. The latest update to Google Maps on Android carries a hidden Easter egg when you ask, "Are we there yet?". The maps service will respond, in a line true to Chevy Chase's iconic line in National Lampoon's Vacation, "If you … [Link]
Popular Science » Aston Martin Vulcan Will Race Tomorrow
This weekend is the Spa 24 Hours, the highlight of the Blancpain Endurance Series, and this year a number of teams will be competing using the Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3 race car. Another Aston Martin will be present at the Belgian race, though, and that’s the limited edition Vulcan track car.Fresh from its dynamic debut at the recent Goodwood … [Link]
Slashdot » Secret Service Agents Stake Out the Ugliest Corners of the Internet
HughPickens.com writes: Josephine Wolff reports at The Atlantic that Secret Service Internet Threat Desk is a group of agents tasked with identifying and assessing online threats to the president and his family. The first part of this mission — finding threats — is in many ways made easier by the Internet: all you have to do is search! Pulling up … [Link]
Mashable » Normal teen Kylie Jenner had a low-key graduation party with Ryan Seacrest
Kylie Jenner is just your normal teen who loves selfies and Snapchat. And now she has a degree from Laurel Springs High School, a private online school, despite rumors that Jenner dropped out of high school to focus on her professional pouting career. See also: Kendall and Kylie Jenner just debuted your summer wardrobe On Instagram, Jenner praised her mom, Kris, … [Link]
Mashable » Nicki Minaj talks Taylor Swift: 'We have to have both kinds of girls'
Nicki Minaj and Taylor Swift are totally cool, y'all. After the tweetstorm that shook the pop music world, Minaj said she and Swift laughed on the phone together. Still, she stands by the point she made in her initial tweets — the music world needs to honor a diverse group of performers. She told Good Morning America "there's some funny … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Mad Men’s Kiernan Shipka Becomes Nightcrawler (Kind of) in One & Two [Movie Trailer]
Imprisoned by their own father on their family’s property, two siblings with terrifying supernatural powers plot their escape and vengeance. One & Two will hit the big screen on August 14th. [IFC Films] The post Mad Men’s Kiernan Shipka Becomes Nightcrawler (Kind of) in One & Two [Movie Trailer] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Apple Yanks Nest From Stores in Favor of Fussy HomeKit
Apple stirring up some controversy? Pshaw, never! OK, except for today and, yes, earlier this week, too. Here are the latest reasons Apple has come under fire from consumers and developers alike.
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Mashable » Local badass pulls hooks out of hammerhead shark
Sharks are our friends, not food. One beach-goer, who has clearly not seen Sharknado, hauled a hammerhead shark close to shore in an effort to remove multiple deep sea hooks caught on its mouth. He summoned his inner Aquaman to calm the shark and, with the help of several others, managed to free it from its entrapment. When you combine … [Link]
Slashdot » Scientists Identify Sixth Taste: Fat
New submitter shuheng writes with news that a study out of Purdue claims to have identified the sixth distinct taste known to humans: fat. The scientists say it should be called oleogustus which means "fatty taste" in Latin (abstract). Professor Richard Mattes said, Most of the fat we eat is in the form of triglycerides, which are molecules comprised of … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » “Overwatch” Gets an Amazing Live Action Fan Made Trailer [Video]
A really cool live action trailer by cosplayers, for cosplayers, for the upcoming team-based shooter Overwatch. Check it out! [RP WhaBam] The post “Overwatch” Gets an Amazing Live Action Fan Made Trailer [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Popular Science » Just One All-Nighter Can Alter Your Genes, Possibly For Years To Come
Flckr CC by David MulderThe study suggests that even one night of lost sleep could have a lasting effect on your genes.There’s a new reason to go to bed on time: late nights, in addition to a multitude of health effects, may lead to obesity and diabetes.Countless studies have shown the negative effects of sleep loss and sleep deprivation, but a … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Just Cause 3: Facepalm Statue Win
All I am saying, and mark my words: Just Cause 3 will forever change the landscape of ‘Watch Me Play’ videos. This game isn’t even out yet and this proves just how fantastic this virtual playground is going to be. Statue facepalm for the win. Well, it’s more like a “self face slap” but the humor element is there regardless … [Link]
Slashdot » Don't Bring Your Drone To New Zealand
NewtonsLaw writes: Personal drones are changing the way some people experience vacations. Instead of toting along a camcorder or a 35mm DSLR, people are starting pack a GoPro and, increasingly, a drone on which to mount it. This is fine if you're going to a drone-friendly country, but be warned that your drone will get you into big trouble in … [Link]
Mashable » When you combine Twitter with 'Tainted Love', musical magic happens
Some things simply must be seen to be understood. "Tweeted Love" – a mashup of Soft Cell's "Tainted Love" and, well, Twitter – definitely falls in to this category. The music video is the latest in a series of wonderfully unique social media-themed parodies by London-based comedy songwriter Jim Mortleman. Previous efforts have included such hits as Anarchy in the … [Link]
Popular Science » Watch Here As NASA Releases New Pluto Images At 2 pm Eastern
Pluto, EnhancedNASA/JHUAPL/SwRIFour images, taken when New Horizons was 280,000 miles away from Pluto, were combined with color data to make this enhanced image of the heart-shaped "Tombaugh Regio." The exaggerated color scheme helps to highlight some of the intriguing diversity of Pluto's surface composition.On July 14, the New Horizons spacecraft made history. In just a few short hours, it flew through … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Extract Spatial Relationships in Data with the Mapsense Context API
Mapsense, a startup specializing in tools and services that understand big location data sets, has announced the availability of the Mapsense Context API, which allows users to extract spatial relationships in their data.
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Mashable » Michael Jackson was almost Jar Jar Binks
No one really thought Jar Jar Binks could get any weirder, but that turns out to be completely untrue Ahmed Best, the actor who ended up with the infamous role, told Vice Michael Jackson wanted what ended up being the most reviled character in the Star Wars universe. Ultimately, the role in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace went to the relatively … [Link]
Mashable » Most Americans believe race relations are 'generally bad'
Race relations in the United States are bad, most Americans say. Results from a New York Times/CBS News poll found that almost 60 percent of Americans think race relations in the U.S. are "generally bad." See also: In the wake of Baltimore's protests, what is Obama doing about race relations? It's the most pessimistic view since President Barack Obama, the country's … [Link]
Mashable » Cats see ceiling fan move for the first time, flip the f out
When you're a cat, everything has the potential to scare the crap out of you. Two siblings watch in awe as a ceiling fan is turned on above their heads. Cat nip may have been involved as the pair can't keep their eyes off of the bizarre human invention. 'An awful night for Lafayette, an awful night for Louisiana, an … [Link]
Mashable » 'An awful night for Lafayette, an awful night for Louisiana, an awful night for the U.S.'
Three people are dead and at least nine were injured after a lone gunman opened fire at a movie theatre in Lafayette, Louisiana, on Thursday night Lafayette police chief Jim Craft described the “horrific scene” during a press conference early Friday morning, during which Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal also shared his sympathies and showed his support “When he stood up … [Link]
Mashable » Hackers have scared Chrysler into taking 1.4 million cars off the road
Fiat Chrysler said it will pull 1.4 million cars off the road "out of an abundance of caution" after some were found vulnerable to hacks in an elaborate magazine stunt The recall is the largest ever involving fear of hacking, showing the potential trouble that looms as cars become more and more digital and veer from mechanical machines into the technological … [Link]
Slashdot » Fiat Chrysler Recalls 1.4 Million Autos To Fix Remote Hack
swinferno writes: Fiat Chrysler announced today that it's recalling 1.4 million automobiles just days after researchers demonstrated a terrifying hack of a Jeep that was driving down the highway at 70 miles per hour. They are offering a software patch for some of their internet-connected vehicles. Cybersecurity experts Chris Valasek and Charlie Miller have publicly exposed a serious vulnerability that … [Link]
Mashable » Did airlines gouge customers on fares after the Amtrak train crash?
Months after a tragic train crash, U.S. officials are investigating whether or not airlines hiked prices as travelers looked for alternatives to rail travel. The terror of the Amtrak derailment on May 12 that killed eight people and injured more than 200 was felt in the weeks and months afterward. Among the most visible signs of the crash's lingering effects were … [Link]
Mashable » How technology helped one couple connect with bride's ailing mother on their wedding day
SONOMA, Calif. — When 29-year-old Samantha Carisch walked down the aisle in Sonoma, California, last month, her heart rate pulsated at 115 bmp — a range typically associated with a sprint to catch the subway. While an elevated pulse is nothing unusual for a bride-to-be, Carisch’s wedding day was documented with data and photography in a way we’ve never quite … [Link]
Mashable » 120 million-year-old snake fossil has one huge difference from modern snakes
The oldest snake fossil on record looks almost like a modern snake, except for one glaring difference: It has four feet, each with five digits, a new study finds. The roughly 120 million-year-old snake, dubbed Tetrapodophis amplectus (literally, four-legged snake), likely didn't use its feet for walking. Instead, the appendages may have helped Tetrapodophis hold onto a partner while mating, or … [Link]
Mashable » When parenting a trans child, let them teach you
Like many teenage girls and their mothers, Chase and Teresa Culpepper often have heartfelt conversations about what it means to grow up For Chase, 17, becoming an adult means embracing her transgender identity — and charting a physical transition that finally makes her feel comfortable and confident in her body See also: Watch Caitlyn Jenner's inspiring acceptance speech at the … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Ultimate Cosplay Dance Party is Here! [Video]
I just got this from my pals over at Beat Down Boogie, and holy crap, I want to go dancing right now! 🙂 The term “Party Con” often describes hotel-based conventions that focus on fan creativity and socializing instead of companies showcasing products. The hotel environment allows for nightlife such as dance parties, late-night panels and bars for adults. Beat … [Link]
Mashable » First trailer for 'Steve Jobs: The Man in the Machine' shows a bold, brilliant, brutal Apple founder
LOS ANGELES — Steve Jobs never compromised, nor did he pull punches. Neither does Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney. Jobs' life, influence and legacy get Gibney's full journalistic treatment in Steve Jobs: The Man in the Machine, the first trailer for which Mashable debuts here. SEE ALSO: Scientology documentary 'Going Clear': Watch the first trailer Despite an uphill climb for … [Link]
Popular Science » Could We Give Criminals Corrective Brain Implants?
Maybe the government would have tried to change the mind of Basque Nationalist Party member Sabino Arana, held captive in Bilbao in 1895.Theklan via Wikimedia CommonsIn A Clockwork Orange, the narrator, Alex, commits a heinous crime. In prison, Alex is offered a behavior modification program in exchange for a shortened sentence. The treatment takes away Alex’s ability to make his own … [Link]
Mashable » Hungary is almost done building a 110-mile fence to keep out migrants
Hungary is nearly finished building a fence that stretches 110 miles, stands 12 feet high and is topped with barbed wire. The fence has one, very specific purpose: to keep out migrants. The sprawling fence lines Hungary's border with Serbia, from where tens of thousands of people have crossed in to the country this year alone. Many of these migrants are … [Link]
Mashable » Croatia battles wildfires at the height of tourist season
Two huge fires are stretching Croatian firefighters to their limits on the Adriatic coast. Firefighters are battling a fire in Istria, near the Učka mountain, as well as one on the Pelješac peninsula. Fires also broke out on the nearby islands of Korčula and Brač, but are now mostly under control See also: 12 European festivals you have to experience this … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Video Gaming League To Start Drug Testing
“Amph salts” by Seppi333 – Own work. Licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons – https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/~ The Electronic Sports League is to introduce a drug testing program supported by two of the major anti-doping sports group. It follows player Kory Friesen saying he took an ADHD medicine to boost his performance and claiming other teammates did the same. The program … [Link]
Slashdot » Malaria Vaccine Passes Key Regulatory Hurdle
An anonymous reader writes: The BBC reports that the European Medicines Agency has approved the world's first malaria vaccine for real-world use. The vaccine is far from perfect, and the World Health Organization still has to make a final decision on it, but it's a key victory for GlaxoSmithKline, who have been developing the vaccine for three decades. "The best … [Link]
Mashable » Pluto's 'heart' looks beautiful in new, false color photo
Hello again, Pluto. Data beamed back from NASA's New Horizons spacecraft, which made its close flyby of Pluto on July 14, has produced yet another amazing image of the dwarf planet from close range. The new photo is similar in perspective to the iconic picture featuring Pluto's "heart" released just before the craft made its closest approach with the small planetary … [Link]
Mashable » New Microsoft Lumias may come with iris scanners to unlock phones in under 1 second
After Microsoft announced that it would lay off up to 7,800 employees, mostly in its phone division, you can't help but wonder about the future of Microsoft Lumia devices But new flagship Lumias are coming, according to a Windows Central report this week — which will include some interesting new features, including an iris scanner See also: Windows Phone is as … [Link]
Mashable » Walmart is selling a $150 car seat to save children from hot cars
With summer temperatures on the rise, Walmart is hoping to help parents avoid the common mistake of forgetting babies in the back seat in the hopes that it will keep the number of children's deaths due to heat stroke down The Evenflo Advanced Embrace DLX Infant Car Seat with SensorSafe, Peridot — which Walmart announced it will start selling for just … [Link]
Popular Science » Milestone In Nigeria: One Year Polio-Free
A child in Nigeria receives a polio vaccineRuth McDowall, Rotary International One year ago today, health officials announced the last case of polio in Nigeria. Since then, the country has remained polio-free—one step of many toward an official certification of eradication from the World Health Organization. As of 1988, there were more than 125 countries harboring polio. If Nigeria is able … [Link]
Mashable » Fiona Apple's 'Criminal' gets a smooth vintage makeover
Although Fiona Apple's hit song "Criminal" was released 19 years ago this week, the song still holds up today But would the song still sound like a hit if Apple released it in the 1920s? The answer is yes Check out Postmodern Jukebox's spot-on vintage cover of the hit song that proves once again that a good song can be … [Link]
Mashable » The inspiring story of Kyle Busch's unlikely NASCAR comeback
It was supposed to be a celebratory February weekend, marking the first race of the 2015 NASCAR season at one of its most recognizable venues. Yet it became anything but as Kyle Busch lay on a stretcher outside his wrecked car at the iconic Daytona International Speedway while medics gingerly moved him into the back of an ambulance This wasn't how … [Link]
Mashable » Man jumps off Tower Bridge into Thames on a dare, regrets it immediately
LONDON — A British YouTuber was rescued from the River Thames on Thursday after jumping off Tower Bridge in what he later said was his "stupidest idea ever." Shah Faisal Shinwari, whose YouTube channel Carnage has more than 27,000 subscribers, leapt from the bridge following a dare from a viewer. Things quickly escalated, though, and Shinwari found himself swept up … [Link]
Mashable » The largest health insurance company in the U.S. has just been created
Health insurer Anthem, the parent of Blue Cross and Blue Shield, is buying rival Cigna for $48 billion in a deal that would create the nation's largest health insurer by enrollment, covering about 53 million Americans Anthem, based in Indianapolis, is currently the nation's second-largest health insurer, while Cigna ranks fourth in terms of enrollment Anthem specializes in selling individual coverage … [Link]
Mashable » 'Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation' review: Spectacle, flash and real thrills
Mention Mission: Impossible and there's a good chance you'll flash on that image of Tom Cruise suspended over a computer terminal, trying not to trip an alarm But unless you've recently watched Brian De Palma's 1996 first entry in the series, chances are you don't quite remember what got him in that dangling position SEE ALSO: Tom Cruise on that … [Link]
Slashdot » Criminal Inquiry Sought Over Hillary Clinton's Personal Email Server
cold fjord writes: The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Inspectors General from the State Department and intelligence agencies have asked the Justice Department to open a criminal investigation into Hillary Clinton's use of a personal email server while she was U.S. Secretary of State. At issue is the possible mishandling of sensitive government information. Dozens of the emails provided … [Link]
Mashable » A sneak peak inside the ballrooms and back rooms of Buckingham Palace
LONDON — Millions of tourists stand outside Buckingham Palace every year. Many take selfies, others hope for a glimpse of the Queen and probably everyone wonders about what happens beyond those black and gold gates. See also: Queen off-roads to get past slowcoach family like a total badass For two months each year the palace opens sections up to the public … [Link]
Mashable » Ed Sheeran couldn't be happier about getting his own ice-cream flavour
LONDON –– He's had two UK Number 1 albums, he's best buds with Taylor Swift, and people sometimes make KFC offerings to him so he'll help them propose – but now Ed Sheeran has reached peak fame. Why? Because he has his own flavour of ice cream. See also: Ed Sheeran surprises superfan at a mall with an impromptu duet The … [Link]
Popular Science » How Volvo Plans To End All Traffic Fatalities By 2020
2016 Volvo XC90VolvoIt’s hard to get excited about safety. But Volvo’s new XC90 SUV is so packed with life-saving technology, it’s an exception. The car has a number of radar sensors and camera monitors used by its crash-avoidance software to keep passengers safe. If its computer system deems that a crash is imminent, it can alert the driver—or take control.Short of … [Link]
New Scientist – News » In so many words: Don’t kill small-life before Red World trip
One of the reasons for sending space-people to the Red World is to look for small-life there
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Mashable » At the world's best bar, a great cocktail meets an old-fashioned motif
Everyone might not know your name at this bar, but cocktail fans around the world certainly know the bar's name — or will soon. The Dead Rabbit, an Irish pub in Manhattan's Financial District, was named the World's Best Bar at the 9th annual Spirited Awards — which is kind of like the Oscars for watering holes. See also: Best beaches … [Link]
Mashable » WWE terminates its contract with Hulk Hogan
The WWE terminated its contract with Terry Bollea, the professional wrestler more widely known as Hulk Hogan, on Friday amid rumors that the star was recorded using racial slurs. "WWE terminated its contract with Terry Bollea (aka Hulk Hogan)," the company said in a statement to ESPN. "WWE is committed to embracing and celebrating individuals from all backgrounds as demonstrated by … [Link]
Mashable » First ever transgender modeling agency set to launch in Los Angeles
With models like Andreja Pejic, Hari Nef and Lea T already taking the modeling world by storm, it only makes sense that a transgender-only agency is opening shop here in the U.S. See also: 10 top transgender models who are changing the face of beauty Already successful at its home base of Bangkok Apple Model Management, an agency that caters to … [Link]
Mashable » The countries using Google Search to eat and live healthier
Of all the Google searches on health over the last year, one predominant theme emerged worldwide: healthy diets and eating well. How to eat healthy, healthy body mass index parameters, how to lose weight and how to eat healthy on a budget all ranked among the world's top 10 search queries, as well as questions about whether specific foods were healthy. … [Link]
Mashable » Grab Destiny's stealth-friendly sniper rifle from Xur this weekend
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 social spaces 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 (and from random loot drops), Xur has the goods for … [Link]
Slashdot » Uber Faces $410 Million Canadian Class Action Suit
farrellj writes: A class action suit has been filed by the Taxi and Limo drivers and owners in the Province of Ontario in Canada against Uber, demanding CAN$400 million in compensatory damages, $10 million in punitive damages. They claim Uber is violating the Ontario Highway Traffic Act that covers taxis and limos, and has caused them to lose money. They … [Link]
Mashable » Scully and Mulder actually talk to each other in the new 'X-Files' teaser
The X-Files revival premiering in January 2016 is taking teasers to a painful extreme The first one featured some spooky mood-setting clips and virtually no information that we weren't already expecting. A new (and very brief) teaser is significant because agents Fox and Mulder actually speak to each other. You don't see their faces in the same frame, but hey, … [Link]
Slashdot » Four-legged Snake Fossil Stuns Scientists, Ignites Controversy
sciencehabit writes: Scientists have described what they say is the first known fossil of a four-legged snake. The limbs of the 120-or-so-million-year-old, 20-centimeter-long creature are remarkably well preserved and end with five slender digits that appear to have been functional (abstract). Thought to have come from Brazil, the fossil would be one of the earliest snakes found, suggesting that the … [Link]
Mashable » Angelina Jolie will direct a war drama for Netflix
Angelina Jolie is teaming up with Netflix to direct an adaptation of First they Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers. The film will be based on Loung Ung's memoir of her experiences during the Khmer Rouge regime as a child. It's expected to be available on Netflix in late 2016. See also: 'Wet Hot American Summer': A letter to … [Link]
Slashdot » Pro Gamers To Be Tested For Doping
An anonymous reader writes: The Electronic Sports League is the biggest organization for running video game competitions. The league has now announced that they will begin testing professional video gamers for performance-enhancing drugs. The league is getting help in making policies from anti-doping agencies that help regulate athletes in traditional sports. They say, "[W]e will be administering the first PED … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Big data, real-time access: How Apache Drill makes it easy
Register for the free webcast “Easy, real-time access to data with Apache Drill,” which will be held Thursday, July 30, 2015, at 10 a.m. PT. This panel discussion will explore the major role SQL-on-Hadoop technologies play in organizations. Big data … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Up to 40% Off Select Lifestraw Personal Water Purifier Systems
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, Amazon offers up to 40% off on select award-winning Lifestraw personal water purifier products. These products are absolutely fantastic and are a must-have for all the nature lovers out there. They’re also great to have in your home emergency kit. [Up to 40% Off Select Lifestraw Personal Water Purifier Systems] The post … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Meeting Online Friends For the First Time at Cons [Comic]
Yep, getting a conversation going in real life is often difficult even if you do it all the time online. Being a geek often goes along with being shy unfortunately. [Source: Dork Tower | Follow “Dork Tower” on Twitter | Like “Dork Tower” on Facebook] The post Meeting Online Friends For the First Time at Cons [Comic] appeared first on … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Become The Hoff With This Knight Rider K.I.T.T. USB Car Charger
From Thinkgeek: While we get our bikes out of storage, we’d like to introduce you to the Knight Rider KITT Car USB Charger. The Knight Rider KITT Car USB Charger has two USB ports, each capable of charging almost any USB-powered device (both put out 1.0 Amp). But it also has that signature light sequence from KITT’s voicebox we all … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Thorigami: Crafts with the God of Thunder
Thor vs. tiny piece of paper: fight. [Glove and Boots] The post Thorigami: Crafts with the God of Thunder appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » Study: Push Notifications As Distracting As Taking a Call
itwbennett writes: Researchers at Florida State University have found that simply being aware of a missed call or text can have the same damaging effect on task performance as actually using a mobile phone. 'Although these notifications are short in duration, they can prompt task-irrelevant thoughts, or mind-wandering,' the researchers wrote in their paper. In further bad news for chronic … [Link]
Slashdot » The French Scrabble Champ Does Not Speak French
HughPickens.com writes: On July 20, Nigel Richards won the French-language world Scrabble championship. Richards does not speak a word of French. "He doesn't speak French at all, he just learnt the words," says Liz Fagerlund. "He won't know what they mean, wouldn't be able to carry out a conversation in French I wouldn't think." Richards reportedly memorized an entire French … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 24 July 2015
A New Artificial Compound Eye (Robohub) — three hexagonal photodetectors arranged in a triangular shape, underneath a single lens. These photodetectors work together and combine perceived changes in structured light (optic flow), to present a 3D image that shows what … [Link]
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Mashable » 8 charts that sum up the misery of the British summer
LONDON – No matter how many years of disappointing weather and gloomy beach trips we struggle through, we still get our hopes up when summer rolls round. Our cynical British brains tell us not to, but the tiny part of us that still knows how to dream won't accept it. "Go on, get the BBQ out," that part whispers. "It's summer, … [Link]
Mashable » 4 challenges trans people face that you won’t see on 'I Am Cait'
Caitlyn Jenner’s coming out as transgender has been quite the moment for the trans community. From the Diane Sawyer interview to the Vanity Fair cover to the upcoming debut of her new reality show I Am Cait, a transgender person has never been so discussed and celebrated in pop culture and in homes across the world As a trans person, I … [Link]
Mashable » Inside London's 'Breaking Bad' themed bar
LONDON — Hidden round the back of a building in deepest Hackney Wick, there's a very familiar looking RV. Orange lines run up the walls, two battered garden chairs sit by the side and suspicious steam billows from the roof. Suddenly the door swings open and a bald, bearded man in a yellow jumpsuit and blue gloves emerges, exhorting the crowd … [Link]
Mashable » London rickshaw driver caught charging tourists £206 for 1 mile journey
LONDON — Unless you walk, London is an expensive city to get around regardless of the mode of transport you choose, but £10 per minute is a new extreme. See also: 7 essential apps for your vacation in London A video captured by a London cab driver shows a rickshaw driver trying to charge tourists £206 ($318) for a journey … [Link]
Slashdot » Remote Control of a Car, With No Phone Or Network Connection Required
Albanach writes: Following on from this week's Wired report showing the remote control of a Jeep using a cell phone, security researchers claim to have achieved a similar result using just the car radio. Using off the shelf components to create a fake radio station, the researchers sent signals using the DAB digital radio standard used in Europe and the … [Link]
Mashable » No charges for police officer in 2013 taser death of graffiti artist
Charges will not be brought against a Miami Beach Police officer in connection with the 2013 taser-related death of graffiti artist Israel Hernandez-Llach. The August 6, 2013 incident followed a chase of Hernandez-Llach by officers who found him spraying graffiti in an abandoned McDonald's. See also: Officers making headlines due to excessive force have troubled pasts The decision, announced on Thursday … [Link]
Mashable » Apple puts 100 popular iOS apps and games on sale
If you're looking to replenish your iOS app collection before the summer holidays, this could be the right moment. Apple just launched a promotion offering 100 apps and games at reduced prices The sale, surfaced by 9to5Mac, includes apps for photography lovers, kids' apps, several tools and utilities, and a pretty long list of games See also: The 15 best features … [Link]
Mashable » 57-year-old man laughs, cries and swears on his first flight
Many people consider flying in an airplane an awful experience, riddled with some of the most annoying aspects of our fellow humans; it's easy to forget how truly amazing it is. However, it only takes one look at 57-year-old Patsy's first emotion-filled takeoff to remember that flying through the air at hundreds of miles an hour is an extraordinary accomplishment … [Link]
Mashable » 8 luxurious rooms that prove there's truly no place like home
Aaahhh! The great indoors! With summer upon us, many people are planning vacation getaways. But with the right design, you can transform your home into the ultimate, luxury relaxation spot. See also: 12 modern kitchen designs that'll ignite your love of cooking To help with home inspiration, designer Tyler Wisler recently brought his expertise to Mashable on Pinterest by sharing some … [Link]
Slashdot » Cell Service At US Airports Varies From 1st Class To Middle-seat Coach
alphadogg writes with this NetworkWorld story about the wide disparity in wireless coverage available at airports across the U.S.. Atlanta scores very high while Los Angeles International is less than mediocre. According to the story: You can download an episode of your favorite show in less than a minute and a half on Verizon Wireless at Atlanta's airport—or spend 13 … [Link]
Mashable » Bathing owl is a master of relaxation
When the world's stressors are too much for your heart to handle, remember that there's always this video of an owl taking a quiet bath in a sink. Just turn on that sound therapy machine and play this video on repeat until the world looks a little brighter. 57-year-old man laughs, cries and swears on his first flight Massive bug … [Link]
Mashable » Linking free childcare to work is short-sighted
As part of its plan to get more people into work, the government is forging ahead with a pre-election pledge to double the current 15 hours per week of free childcare to 30 hours for working parents. The 2015-16 Childcare Bill, currently making its way through parliament, does not extend the eligibility criteria to all parents. In its current form, the … [Link]
Mashable » Turkey allows U.S. to use key base to strike ISIS
Turkey has agreed to let the U.S. military use a key air base near the Syrian border to launch airstrikes against the Islamic State (ISIS), senior U.S. officials said Thursday, giving a boost to the U.S.-led coalition while drawing Turkey deeper into the conflict. President Barack Obama and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan finalized the deal in a phone call Wednesday, … [Link]
Slashdot » The Science and Politics Behind Colony Collapse Disorder; Is the Crisis Over?
iONiUM writes: An article at the Globe and Mail claims that there is no longer any Honeybee crises, and that the deaths of the Honeybees previously was a one-off, or possibly non-cyclical occurrence (caused by neonics or nature — the debate is still out). The data used is that from Stats Canada which claims "the number of honeybee colonies is … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT #2170: Do you want to mech love?
Or do you just want to fuse around? Brought to you in part by our sponsor, CREATEit! Free for July! If you enjoy our work, please retweet or share the URL, thank you! [Link]
Mashable » Three dead, at least seven hurt after shooting at Louisiana movie theater
UPDATED: Story has been updated at 11:20 p.m. PT to include updates on suspicious packages Three people are dead after a shooting at a movie theater in Lafayette, Louisiana, local police have confirmed On Thursday night, a gunman opened fire at the Grand 16 Theater in Lafayette, according to The Advertiser. There were 100 people watching the 7 p.m. session of … [Link]
Mashable » Drug testing is coming to e-sports
The Electronic Sports League, the world's largest e-sports league, said Thursday it will begin randomly drug testing players at its competitive video game tournaments. See also: Esports (n.) has really made it. It's now in the dictionary. The e-sports organization, which boasts around 5 million players, plans to work with the World Anti-Doping Agency to create and enforce rules surrounding the … [Link]
Slashdot » MIT Stealth Startup Charges Up Wireless Power Competition
gthuang88 writes: Wireless charging of electronics is an old concept, but there's a new player in the competition between companies like WiTricity, Energous, and tech giants Apple, Samsung, and Qualcomm. A new spinout from Dina Katabi's lab at MIT, called Pi, may have a new take on how to charge mobile devices at a distance. The company isn't talking yet, … [Link]
Mashable » Dogs become Earth's mightiest heroes in adorable art series
Being a superhero is ruff. Minnesota-based illustrator and comic book fan Josh Lynch had been wanting to do portraits of his family's dogs for a long time. But instead of boring, old photos or sketches, he went for a style that truly reflected him and his canines' personalities by portraying them as Marvel comic book characters. See also: Artist re-envisions post-punk … [Link]
Mashable » Mega bling hits New York in new Met exhibition
Image: Fred Ward/CorbisHave you ever wondered how it would feel to live like a 16th century Sultan? Head over to the Met and see for yourself. Until July 26th, the Metropolitan Museum of Art is showcasing the splendor of the Deccan Sultans in an exhibition titled, "Sultans of Deccan India, Opulence and Fantasy: 1500-1700" See also: The time America put … [Link]
Mashable » Honda debuts new Accord with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. — Honda is the latest car company to move into Apple's backyard. The car company opened a new research and development facility in Mountain View Thursday, the company's largest such facility outside of its headquarters in Japan. Honda also unveiled its new 2016 Accord, which will be the first in the company's lineup to support both Apple's CarPlay … [Link]
Mashable » Holy cow! 100 alternatives to saying 'f*ck'
There are far more colorful ways to saying the F word. Graphic artist Sneha Keshav doesn't necessarily dislike swearing, but she is fascinated by how saying the word "fuck" has affected our vocabulary. See also: Artist Defines Untranslatable Words Through Charming Illustrations "I sometimes feel our vocabulary is stunted thanks to this convenient word. The idea is to not as much … [Link]
Mashable » Kepler 452b: What to know about this newly-found, maybe Earth-like world
NASA announced on Thursday that the agency's planet-hunting Keppler Space Telescope has found a new planet that is potentially more Earth-like than any other world previously discovered. This is definitely a big deal The planet, designated as Kepler 452b, is the first Earth-sized world discovered orbiting a sunlike star in the habitable zone — the area around a star that would … [Link]
Mashable » Bacteria resistant to antibiotics may be deadlier and harder to treat
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria may be tougher superbugs than previously thought: Not only are these bacteria harder to treat, they appear to be "fitter" in general, meaning they survive better in the host and cause more deadly infections, a new study suggests. The findings go against the prevailing view in medicine that when bacteria acquire resistance to drugs, they become less "fit" in … [Link]
Mashable » YouTube redesigns app, will open creator spaces in Toronto and Mumbai
ANAHEIM, California — New tradition: YouTube makes news at Vidcon. YouTube has redesigned its mobile app to put its creators' content "front and center" — and is planning on adding two new major studio spaces in Toronto and Mumbai, CEO Susan Wojcicki announced Thursday at the annual conference of online video platforms and creators. Giving her second keynote at Vidcon after … [Link]
Slashdot » France To Reduce Reliance On Nuclear Power
AmiMoJo writes: French lawmakers have approved a bill to reduce the country's reliance on nuclear power from 75% to 50% by 2025. The policy was one of President Francois Hollande's campaign pledges. The legislation also includes a target of reducing the country's greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent by 2030, compared to the level in 1990. The new law aims … [Link]
Mashable » Vagina contouring is a makeover for your southern hemisphere
You have probably heard of contouring, or visual reshaping, in regards to bronzer and Kardashian-inspired YouTube tutorials. Let's travel a little down south. Vontouring (no, that's not a typo) is the nickname for Protégé Intima, or the non-invasive, non-surgical remodeling of the inside of the vagina using radio frequencies. And we should mention, it's not makeup either. The recently FDA-approved treatment … [Link]
Mashable » Chat apps blamed for rising divorce rate in China
SHANGHAI — When one of China’s biggest celebrities — Chinese Olympic hurdling star Liu Xiang — recently announced on Weibo that he was divorcing actress Ge Tian after just nine months, his account lit up with crying face emojis, recycled rumors that Ge had faked a pregnancy to get married, and jokes about a controversial scene in a recent World War … [Link]
Slashdot » HP: Smartwatches Are a Major Security Risk
Mickeycaskill writes: Researchers at HP Security discovered "significant vulnerabilities" in every single smartwatch they tested, claiming they pose a major security risk for users. The team is concerned by an apparent lack of authorization and authentication provisions, encrypted firmware updates and protection for personal data. When coupled with poor password choices, HP says wearables are as much a target for … [Link]
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