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 » Frugal rapper tells fans to 'Save Dat Money'
Sometimes all you have to do is ask That's what rapper and comedian Lil' Dicky (a.k.a. David Burd) did when he endeavored to create a lavish rap music video on the cheap See also: Bride and groom (and 250 guests) shoot a baller wedding music video Burd wanted to film a video for his rap song "Save Dat Money," which … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: Pixlee, cieolo24, Blueliv, Vertabelo, Count.ly
Every day, the ProgrammableWeb team is busy, updating its three primary directories for APIs, clients (language-specific libraries or SDKs for consuming or providing APIs), and source code samples.
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Mashable » Nutella should not let Australians personalise their own jars
Nutella picked the wrong market for its personalised jar stunt They may have misjudged the wacky, lowbrow sense of humour of Australians. They may have thought we were too sensible to make poop jokes. They may have assumed the Nutella shortage might make us more considerate. Even London could keep it classy. See also: A confused dad live tweets the Bachelor … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft's Satya Nadella Shown Up By Confused Cortana Assistant
An anonymous reader writes: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella was a little embarrassed at a Salesforce conference today when he tested the company's personal virtual assistant during a presentation. Slightly fluffing the question 'Show me my most at-risk opportunities', Nadella was dismayed to find Cortana offering him a Bing page with the search term 'Show me to buy milk at this … [Link]
Mashable » 11 unforgettable, award-winning space photos of 2015
The total solar eclipse over the Norwegian territory of Svalbard in March 2015.Image: Luc Jamet/Insight Astronomy Photographer of the YearThe beauty of a total solar eclipse seen in person is difficult to capture on film, but the winning photo of a 2015 astrophotography competition does a pretty amazing job of it The moon obscures the sun above a mountain range … [Link]
Mashable » The Fat Jew's wife is a rising star for body positivity
Katie Sturino is used to being in the background. As Instagram star, The Fat Jew's (nee Josh Ostrovsky) wife and publicist, as well as Toast the Dog's "dogager," the 34-year old is constantly juggling opportunities left and right, as much as she is people's cellphones "I'm basically a professional selfie taker," she said to Mashable at Karen Walker's spring 2016 show. … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Superhero Origins – Batman’s Son: Damian Wayne (Fifth Robin)
Batman having a son was an interesting twist many longtime fans did not see coming. And when many first heard about it, there was some genuine skepticism, like “how is this going to all fit in?” The kicker is, DC actually did a great job of introducing someone who would end up being pretty crucial in the plot lines of … [Link]
Mashable » Watch the Streamy Awards, hosted by Tyler Oakley and Grace Helbig, live here
LOS ANGELES — The minds behind the most-popular Internet videos that make you laugh, cry and think are assembling Thursday for the 5th Streamy Awards. The best of the best will be honored inside the Hollywood Palladium during a ceremony broadcast on VH1 and live streamed on YouTube. You can watch the show, hosted by YouTubers Tyler Oakley and Grace … [Link]
Slashdot » Forget Hashtag Activism: a Millenials Guide To Nuclear Weapons Realism
Lasrick writes: Matthew Costlow is frustrated with his generation's tendency of "hashtag activism" and would like Millenials instead to get real on the issue of nuclear weapons. He writes: "Allow me to suggest a radical new mindset for my generation as it confronts the issues of nuclear disarmament, Russian and Chinese aggression, and nuclear proliferation: extreme humility. Instead of 'boldly' … [Link]
Mashable » Even NASA loves the teen arrested for bringing a homemade clock to school
Astronauts and space scientists are flocking to social media in droves to show their support for Ahmed Mohamed — a 14-year-old Muslim boy arrested for bringing his homemade clock to his Texas school. When he was arrested, Ahmed was wearing a shirt bearing NASA's "meatball" logo. Later, the space agency tweeted a note of support to the teen. See also: Texas … [Link]
Mashable » Sea otter was diagnosed with asthma, so it's learning to an inhaler, of course
Mishka, a 1-year-old sea otter at the Seattle Aquarium in Washington, is learning how to use an inhaler to treat its asthma, which inflames and narrows the airways and affects breathing Dr. Lesanna Lahner, who diagnosed Mishka, is training the sea otter in how to use the inhaler, which it will likely have to use for the rest of its life, … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Evernote Is Dead? I Don't Think So
There's nothing like getting under the skin of a fanboi (pronounced "fan boy" for those of you who are unfamiliar with the concept). Fanbois are known for how their brand-adoration could easily outstrip the allure of a real cult. Insulting the object of fanboi affection is like stabbing someone's mother. The responses are often swift, relentless, and never lacking in … [Link]
Mashable » Watch as Parliamant in Japan devolves into one rowdy dogpile
Chaos erupted in Tokyo on Thursday as Japan's ruling party pushed the last passage of contentious security bills through a legislative committee, catching the opposition by surprise. Upper House committee chairman Yoshitada Konoike was surrounded — literally — by opposing lawmakers who tried to prevent the vote to increase the military's influence. They piled on top of him and tried to … [Link]
Mashable » What you need to know about California's destructive wildfire season
This year has provided a particularly active wildfire season for the state of California as hundreds of thousands of acres have burned, fueled by the state's ongoing drought. What's made this season particularly note-worthy is the destruction caused by this season's blazes, destroying hundreds of homes and structures and forcing mandatory evacuations across multiple communities. See also: California wildfires continue to … [Link]
Popular Science » Defense Company Unveils Anti-Drone System
Falcon Shield Interface Screenshot by author, from YouTube "Kinetic" here probably means "with bullets." The rise of drones will, inevitably, lead to their Icarus-like fall. Earlier this week, Selex ES, part of Italy’s large Finmeccanica defense giant, unveiled an anti-drone weapon at the Defence and Security Equipment International in London. Dubbed “Falcon Shield,” the system neither mimics nor uses actual … [Link]
Popular Science » Hockey Player Shoots Down Target Drones With Pucks
Steven Stamkos Versus Drone Screenshot by author, from YouTube No one likes it when they move the goalposts. In this made-to-be-viral video produced by Canadian sporting goods outlet Sport Chek, Tampa Bay Lightning forward Steven Stamkos demonstrates his ability to nail shots into the four corners of an unguarded net. Seconds later, though, a second pair of targets appear, carried … [Link]
Popular Science » Think You Can Land the SpaceX Falcon Lander? Go Ahead
SpaceX Falcon 9 Lander Game Jim Storer/dixiklo Do you have what it takes? Guys, it is super hard to land a rocket on a platform in the middle of an ocean. Elon Musk has had to learn that the hard way, and now, you too can experience the crushing disappointment of trying to land the SpaceX Falcon 9 lander, thanks … [Link]
Mashable » Why music is a powerful tool for brands — and how they can leverage it
This article is part of SWOT Team, a series on Mashable that features insights from leaders in marketing, brand-building and public relations. Marketing is a tough job and it's only getting tougher. Every day, brands face increasing amounts of competition in the battle for consumers' attention spans. The proliferation of content is staggering; last year, Google alone received about 4 million … [Link]
Slashdot » One Day After iOS 9's Launch, Ad Blockers Top Apple's App Store
HughPickens.com writes: Sarah Perez reports at TechCrunch that only one day after the release of Apple's newly released version of Apple's mobile operating system, iOS 9, ad blockers are topping the charts in the App Store and it seems that new iOS 9 users are thrilled to have access to this added functionality. The Top Paid iOS app is the … [Link]
Popular Science » Robots Are Coming For The Garbageman's Job
Refuse Truck Driver is Supported by Robot Volvo As long as there are humans, there will be garbage. And, for a long time, it seemed inevitable that there would always be garbagemen, too, to collect that refuse. A new project by carmaker Volvo, recycling company Renova, Sweden’s Chalmers University of Technology and Mälardalen University, and Penn State University wants to … [Link]
Popular Science » A Chinese Consortium Is Building A High-Speed Rail Between California And Vegas
Viva Las Vegas ADTeasdale/Flickr Everyone is positively electrified by the news that a Chinese company is planning to build a high-speed train that will connect Los Angeles to Las Vegas. Californians will be able to bypass gridlock and airport hassles and make it to Vegas in just 80 minutes. It's a thrilling idea, but that doesn't mean it's new. Back … [Link]
Mashable » The Republican presidential field's tricky Carly Fiorina problem
Her name isn't registering at the top of the polls and she lacks the fundraising and organization of some of her Republican rivals. But if Wednesday night's debate made anything clear it was this: Former Hewlett-Packard CEO Carly Fiorina is a force to be reckoned with. Fiorina, the lone woman in the GOP race, had already been on the rise … [Link]
Mashable » How to get more girls (seriously) interested in computer science
Imagine a computer programmer. What does this person look like? What is this person doing? Is the person with anyone? What kinds of hobbies might he or she have? Chances are that you imagined someone who is: male, white or Asian American, kind of geeky-looking and sitting alone at a computer. This typifies the stereotypical image of computer science in American culture. … [Link]
Mashable » Most loyal dog of all time stood by its pup friend for a week until help arrived
A desperate search that ensued after two dogs went missing last week fortunately has a happy ending. Tillie and Phoebe, two cute pups from Washington, were lost for about a week, according to a Facebook post from the nonprofit animal rescue Vashon Island Pet Protectors See also: After surviving a fire, this abused dog got prosthetic paws Phoebe, a basset hound, … [Link]
Slashdot » AMD Confirms Vulkan Driver For Linux, But To Start Off As Closed-Source
An anonymous reader writes: AMD has finally revealed some basic details concerning their support of Vulkan on Linux. AMD has a Vulkan driver but it will begin its life as closed-source, reports Phoronix. In time the AMD Vulkan driver will transition to being open-source. This Vulkan driver is built to interface with their new AMDGPU kernel DRM driver that's part … [Link]
New Scientist – News » If viruses transfer wasp genes into butterflies, are they GM?
Some claim that North America's famed monarch butterfly is a natural genetically modified organism owing to the transfer of wasp genes by tamed viruses
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Popular Science » Barbie Learns To Chat Using Artificial Intelligence
Mattel The newest Hello Barbie will be backed by natural language processing. The next version of Barbie might not find math so hard, after all. This week, Mattel revealed that for the first time Barbie will be backed by artificial intelligence, a move to make the doll more lifelike. In addition to the traditional hair products and accessories, the doll’s … [Link]
Slashdot » Intel Kills a Top-of-the-Line Processor
itwbennett writes: In June of this year, Intel announced a processor branded as Broadwell-C. Now, the company has confirmed that the part was cancelled but would not give an official reason. Why did Intel kill the Broadwell-C? ITworld's Andy Patrizio speculates that it's a 'combination of increased cost, lower yield and potential product cannibalization' — cannibalization of the company's newly-launched … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook rolls out Signal, a social newsgathering tool for journalists
As everyone in Silicon Valley looks to cozy up to the media, Facebook has released new tools to help journalists find, organize and publish content found on its extensive social network. Facebook introduced Signal, its newest effort to embrace media and journalists by providing them with the means to find and curate news across the social network, as well as Instagram. … [Link]
Mashable » Paging Harry Potter: Scientists create first super-thin invisibility cloak
Invisibility cloaks of the wizarding world are much more possible in our world than you might imagine Researchers at University of California, Berkeley, were able to make a small object disappear using an ultra-thin invisibility skin cloak — just 80 nanometers thin. It’s the first time scientists have been able to achieve this illusion using their technique. See also: Here's What … [Link]
Mashable » Bar fined £100,000 after liquid nitrogen shot caused teen to have her stomach removed
Oscar’s Wine Bar and Bistro in Lancaster, England, is facing a fine of £100,000 (about $156,000) after serving a shot of Jagermeister laced with liquid nitrogen to a teenager. The consequences were dire — she had to have her stomach surgically removed. See also: Australian supermarket fined $2.5m over false 'fresh bread' claims Gaby Scanlon, now 20, was at Oscar's Wine … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Why You Should Never Use A Selfie Stick While Driving [Video]
If you don’t want to end up like Wash from Firefly, don’t do it, just don’t. 
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Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Fallout 4: S.P.E.C.I.A.L. Video Series – Perception and Strength
Let’s none of us even pretend Fallout 4 is not going to be the best game ever, because it is (until Last of Us 2 comes out, anyway). In the last week or so, Bethesda has begun releasing this video series that focuses on certain aspects of the new Fallout game (and that gaming universe as a whole). Above, you … [Link]
Geek Culture » How to make a sandwich from scratch!
Poor chicken… couldn't he have just made a cheese sandwich? [Link]
Mashable » A confused dad live tweets the Bachelor Australia and it's priceless
Move over The Bachelor, Australian politician and now favourite dad, Mike Baird, was wooing the ladies and gents of Twitter during Thursday night's finale With his charm, charisma and witty one-liners, the father of two daughters gave Bachelor Sam Wood a run for his money. Baird tweeted he had been forced to watch the show by his daughters, but then made … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Mathematics Of Chutes And Ladders
Readers, I have a question: how many unique games of chutes and ladders can you have on a particular board? It’s a question that I believe cannot be answered, but I would love to hear your answers, or at least your methodology for trying to reach an answer. The question stems from me and my wife talking about the forthcoming … [Link]
Popular Science » 5 Ways To Support Minority STEM Students
Flickr user 5chw4r7z Makerspaces are a new resource for young STEM students. Ahmed Mohamed's arrest for bringing his clock project to MacArthur High School in Texas has sparked public outrage (and the hashtag #IStandWithAhmed). And although police eventually released the 14-year-old, there is now a serious discussion around the fact that, like Ahmed and Kiera Wilmot, many students from underrepresented … [Link]
Mashable » What 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' would look like as an 8-bit video game
The guys from CineFix are back with an 8-bit cinema adaptation of Ferris Bueller's Day Off. The game simulation guides you through a 2D exploration of Ferris, Sloane and Cameron's adventurous day. From Ferris' morning of feigning illness, to Cameron's art gallery existential crisis, all of your favorite moments are captured in perfect pixelated fashion. Because let's be real — … [Link]
Popular Science » Swiss Insurance Company Will Charge Higher Premiums For Lazy People
Basis Band On Wrist Dan Bracaglia In June, Swiss insurance provider, CSS Insurance announced that it would launch a pilot program to monitor its customers’ digital pedometers. Now that project is nearly halfway completed, the company’s higher-ups report that the results have been overwhelmingly positive—so positive, in fact, that the provider may soon start charging higher premiums for those who … [Link]
Slashdot » Researchers Fly 50 Autonomous Planes Simultaneously
New submitter MagicRuB writes: Researchers at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA recently flew fifty small autonomous planes together in what they claim is a "record-breaking drone swarm". These aircraft were built from lightweight foam wings with hobby-grade components, and were equipped with an autopilot running firmware based on the open-source Ardupilot project as well as a companion computer … [Link]
Mashable » Pinterest hits 100 million users, proving the addiction is real
Pinterest addicts, you're not alone. Pinterest reached 100 million monthly active users, the company announced in a blog post on Wednesday, a big milestone for the visual bookmarking treasure chest. In March, the company was valued at $11 billion, which put it right behind Snapchat — but ahead of Dropbox and Airbnb — at the time See also: 10 photo collage … [Link]
Mashable » London commuters terrorized by sinister 'Doctor Who' Daleks
Someone call the Doctor — the Daleks are back to take over London, and they're starting with the Westminster London Underground station See also: 'Doctor Who' season 9 is going to be the most epic yet. Here's why Commuters traveling on the tube on Thursday found themselves threatened by some of Doctor Who's most sinister nemeses They were seen bypassing the … [Link]
Popular Science » To Prevent Huge Forest Fires, Let Them Burn
A Controlled Burn Kevin Krasnow A controlled (purposefully set and carefully monitored) fire set in California. The size and swiftness of this weekend's deadly Valley Fire in California was startling. But could it (and the other fires currently raging out west) have been smaller if fires in previous years had been allowed to burn? The authors of a new paper … [Link]
Mashable » Photos emerge of NFL star's gory Fourth of July fireworks injury
More than two months after New York Giants star Jason Pierre-Paul severely injured his right hand in a Fourth of July fireworks injury, we now have photographic evidence of the damage Pierre-Paul, however, seems to insist his mangled hand won't be a problem See also: Why Future vs. Russell Wilson is the NFL season's best subplot The 26-year-old Pierre-Paul, a defensive … [Link]
Mashable » 73 things you didn't know about your new BFF Lupita Nyong'o
You'll probably never get the chance to follow Lupita Nyong'o around for eight minutes asking her dozens of questions without coming off as a creep, so you'll just have to watch this video and pretend Lupita is your new BFF. While shooting her stunning Vogue cover, she walked around the office answering any question — as long as it wasn't … [Link]
Mashable » Gas and Grass: Colorado dispensary to open marijuana gas stations
Buying weed will soon be even more convenient in Colorado Springs The retail and medical marijuana dispensary chain Native Roots, which claims it is the largest marijuana chain in the state of Colorado, is planning to open two gas stations that will also sell cannabis See also: Chill couple has weed bar and budtender at their wedding Sticking to Colorado state … [Link]
Mashable » Collision avoidance tech earns Volvo's XC90 an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rating
Volvo made a name for itself decades ago by being safety-obsessed — long before it was in vogue to do so. Since then, virtually every other automaker has stepped up its safety game, putting the Swedish brand into a bit of an identity crisis. Doubling down on what it does best, build ultra-safe family haulers, it released the second-generation XC90 and … [Link]
Mashable » 'Keith Richards: Under the Influence' puts the 'pro' in 'promotion'
TORONTO — Your new pal Keith Richards has invited you to tag along with him for a week or so, during which he’ll growl out some great old yarns, spin his favorite records, introduce you to a few of his god-status musician heroes and even play you some guitar in his studio. And smoke cigarettes. A lot of cigarettes. It … [Link]
Mashable » Video shows Thai navy cadets made to smash their iPhones as punishment
When the Thai military says cadets can't bring phones to training, they mean it. A video clip that has ignited social media in Thailand this week shows what happened to some officers-in-training who broke that rule. See also: The artists who turn Thailand's buses into fantastical paintings The video, dubbed "Soldiers Must Endure," shows a row of uniformed naval cadets with … [Link]
Slashdot » Book Review: Abusing the Internet of Things
New submitter sh0wstOpper writes: The topic of the Internet of Things (IoT) is gaining a lot of attention because we are seeing increasing amounts of "things", such as cars, door locks, baby monitors, etc, that are connected and accessible from the Internet. This increases the chances of someone being able to "attack" these devices remotely. The premise of Abusing the … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Pixar’s SadLab: Why Pixar Movies Make You Cry
A behind-the-scenes look at Pixar’s SadLab: a laboratory dedicated to discovering new ways of making audiences cry as much as possible. [Above Average] The post Pixar’s SadLab: Why Pixar Movies Make You Cry appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Facebook hit with brief outage
It’s not just you, Facebook experienced a disruption at about 2:10 p.m. ET Friday, although it was back up quickly for many users. The website Down for Everyone or Just Me listed Facebook as being offline across the board. Facebook'sperformance dashboard lists the site as having had a major outage. Various users and news organizations on Twitter reported the news. Is … [Link]
Mashable » Did Trump's rivals figure out how to hit back, or is he wearing down?
Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump was still the center of attention in many ways during CNN's GOP candidate debate in California on Wednesday. He sparred with rivals Carly Fiorina and Jeb Bush, and he talked for 19.5 minutes during the three-hour event—four more than anyone else Yet despite all that, many observers have said he wasn't as dominant as he had … [Link]
Mashable » SELF magazine hires site director from BuzzFeed
On Thursday morning, Anna Wintour, Vogue editor in chief and Conde Nast artistic director, held a meeting on SELF magazine's 37th floor. It was impromptu, at the tail-end of New York Fashion Week The entire staff held its breath — there had been rumors, after all, that the publication would fold by the end of the year. Wintour, ever succinct, announced … [Link]
Mashable » Republican candidates got the science on vaccines and autism (almost) totally wrong
It seemed like for every two steps forward the GOP candidates made during the CNN debate last night, they took another three back, especially when it came to the science of vaccines and the possible link between certain vaccines and autism. While only Donald Trump outright suggested that vaccines and autism are linked — a debunked idea based on a … [Link]
Mashable » American Airlines flights grounded because of 'technical issues'
American Airlines flights across the U.S. were grounded Thursday because of — what else — computer problems. The worst hit airports were Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago O'Hare and Miami. On Twitter, the airline responded to customer complaints by saying it was working to resolve "technical issues." @crankyflier Thanks so much for your patience, Brett. We’re working to resolve technical issues and apologize … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Are there some students who cant learn how to code?
I can never forget an evening late into a semester of my Introduction to Python course, during which I asked my students a question about user-defined classes. Here’s the code I had put on the board: [crayon-55fb0386e68d4204604432/] As new information … [Link]
Mashable » Fly through Pluto's haze in stunning New Horizons photos
“Major” planet or not, Pluto is an amazing body in our solar system. A new photo beamed back to Earth from New Horizons shows Pluto's tall, ice mountains casting long shadows on the surface of the dwarf planet below an envelope of haze illuminated by the setting sun See also: New photos show Pluto is as complex as 'anything we've seen' … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Apes remember major events in movies, even on a single viewing
The first evidence that chimpanzees and bonobos can recall recent events comes from experiments that tested their memory of short movie clips
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New Scientist – News » New Pluto pics show weird terrain shaped by alien ‘water’ cycle
The latest downloads from NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft show a hazy nitrogen atmosphere backlit by the setting sun – and a landscape bizarrely resembling Earth
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New Scientist – News » Cosmonauts are stars of the Soviet space age show
As Russia's most treasured space-age artefacts are unveiled at the Science Museum in London, Mick O'Hare relives the glory days of the race for space
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New Scientist – News » Giraffes spend their evenings humming to each other
Biologists have long been curious to know whether giraffes produce any substantial sounds. Audio recordings from three giraffe houses in European zoos suggest they do
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Slashdot » D-Link Accidentally Publishes Private Code Signing Keys
New submitter bartvbl writes: As part of the GPL license, D-Link makes its firmware source code available for many of its devices. When looking through the files I accidentally stumbled upon 4 different private keys used for code signing. Only one — the one belonging to D-Link itself — was still valid at the time. I have successfully used this … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Getting Started With Touch ID on the iPhone
Apple's Touch ID, introduced with the iPhone 5, lets users unlock their iPhones and perform other tasks. Touch ID takes the place of passwords, which can be hard to remember, or pins, which are simplistic and compromising.
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Mashable » Gender-bending model Rain Dove: 'Just stop caring about my niblets'
Rain Dove's career as a model began when she lost a bet and was cast in a men's underwear show before they discovered she was a woman. Now signed with Major Models, Dove walked in both men's and women's wear this season at NYFW, and she is making a name for herself as a versatile model and an outspoken and unapologetic … [Link]
Mashable » Ryan Adams debuts his moody 'Bad Blood' cover, announces '1989' release date
Ryan Adams has accomplished the impossible: he sounds more heartbroken than Taylor Swift while singing a Taylor Swift song The first full track from his Taylor Swift cover album, "Bad Blood," is out now — and it's the perfect soundtrack for a day spent depressed and unable to leave your bed bed in the '90s. Adams also announced that his reinterpretation … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Battle: Depression & Anxiety Disorders Explained [Comic]
A fantastic comic by Nick Seluk of The Awkward Yeti illustrating what living with depression and anxiety disorders is like for someone affected by the conditions. This comic is part of the Medical Tales Retold series and was inspired by a story sent in to the artist by Sarah Flanigan. 
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Mashable » 12 hidden features in iOS 9
If you're using iOS 9, chances are you've already discovered some of the system's best new features, like a smarter Siri or the new and improved Maps app. See also: iOS 9 review: A need for speed, and Maps that actually work But some of iOS 9's most useful features are a bit more difficult to find. From tools to help … [Link]
Mashable » They said *what* during the GOP debate?
If you didn't stick around for all three hours of the Republican debate on CNN Wednesday night, we don't blame you. Here are some of most memorable burns, one-liners and zingers — in under a minute. Read more…More about Donald Trump, Gop Debate, Us World, Politics, and Us [Link]
Mashable » Puppy gets caught eating paper, decides to leave no witnesses
What do you do as a puppy when those lunch hunger pangs are just too much to bare? See also: 20 cute animal vines that are six seconds of perfection You evaluate your dining options: kibble, garbage, something you left in that hole in the yard… but what's going to be the easiest option? Let's try the paper from Daddy's printer. … [Link]
Slashdot » Apple's First Android App, Move To iOS, Is Getting Killed With One-Star Reviews
An anonymous reader writes: Apple today launched Move to iOS, the company's first Android app built in-house. As we noted earlier, "It should surprise no one that the first app Apple built for Android helps you ditch the platform." The fact that the app is getting flooded with one-star reviews is not particularly surprising, either. At the time of publication, … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Axway Enhances Axway 5 Suite for API Management
Organizations today are making massive investments in social, mobile, cloud, big data and IoT (Internet of Things) technologies to improve the customer experience, create new revenue streams, and increase operational efficiency.
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Mashable » Air pollution kills more than 3 million people globally every year
Outdoor air pollution may lead to more than 3 million premature deaths globally per year, according to a new study. About 75% of those deaths occur in Asia, the study found. Air pollutants such as ozone and tiny particles of toxins are linked with heart disease, lung disease and other serious afflictions that have long-term impacts on human health. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Google Engineers Invent New Body Part To Strap Gadgets Onto (Parody)
From The Onion: Citing the need to have more body parts to strap unnecessary gadgets onto, Google has introduced a new appendage protruding from your back called The Flange. [The Onion] The post Google Engineers Invent New Body Part To Strap Gadgets Onto (Parody) appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » James Franco has a new film column where he chats with his 'reverse self'
James Franco is not just self-obsessed — he's also reverse-self-obsessed. In his new film column for Indie Wire, the Oscar winner publishes conversations with his reverse self — "Semaj," or James backwards — instead of traditional reviews See also: 11 ways James Franco could make his brother's wedding about James Franco First up is the upcoming horror movie "Goodnight Mommy," about … [Link]
Mashable » How Good Old War wrote your new favorite song in just 3 hours
PROMOTED BY QUALCOMM® SNAPDRAGON™ PROCESSORSWith a Snapdragon processor at the heart of your smartphone, you’ve always got amazing technology. So it’s no surprise we partnered with Mashable and Good Old War in their quest to write a song inspired by everyday tech love stories. Be sure to watch for the song’s new music video – shot exclusively with Snapdragon-powered smartphones."Do that … [Link]
Slashdot » The Campaign To Get Every American Free Money, Every Year
merbs writes: Supporters of a basic income have finally organized a proper political movement. Basic Income Action is, according to co-founder Dan O'Sullivan, "the first national organization educating and organizing the public to support a basic income. "He tells me that "Our goal is to educate and organize people to take action to win a basic income here in the … [Link]
Mashable » Snapchat and the NFL team up to bring the field to your phone
A snap in football no longer means just passing the ol' pigskin around. Snapchat and the NFL are teaming up so you can be a part of this season right from your phone. The partnership means Snapchat will feature an NFL Live Story each week of the regular season and will continue through the postseason, including Super Bowl 50. See also: … [Link]
Mashable » This seal is surfing on a humpback whale like it's NBD
The hottest new form of seal transportation in Australia is humpback whales This enterprising seal was caught hitching a ride on the back of a humpback whale for easier access to some grub the whales were feasting on See also: A pet rat and a therapy dog have the cutest Instagram you've ever seen Australian photographer Robyn Malcolm captured the duo … [Link]
Mashable » People in the UK hate the idea of Margaret Thatcher on the $10 bill, too
LONDON — The U.S. Republican debate was a little different to the ones we over here — they had a Boeing 707 in the background for starters — but it yielded no less controversy. Candidate Donald Trump took most of the slack, of course, but Jeb Bush came out of the event equally humbled. See also: The Republican debate: How it … [Link]
Mashable » How to get started with Apple HomeKit and everything new in iOS 9
“Siri, it's bedtime.” And with that, the Lutron Serena shades drop, the Schlage door lock bolts tight and the Philip Hue lights soften. This is Apple’s vision for your future smart home, but it’s not exactly in the future — it’s happening now. See also: This is your future smart home — and no, it doesn't look like 'The Jetsons' As … [Link]
Mashable » There's a 97% chance this year will be Earth's warmest on record
And another warm temperature record bites the dust. Then another, and another, with still more to come. New data released from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shows that August was the warmest such month on record, the summer months of June through August were the warmest on record for the planet, and the year-to-date also set a record for … [Link]
Slashdot » What's In Your Hand? This Malware Knows
An anonymous reader writes with the story that ESET researchers have uncovered spyware targeting online poker players, called Odlanor, which works by sending screenshots of a player's game (along with that player's in-game identity) to the attacker; the attacker can then search for the player with that ID, and enjoy an unfair advantage. (Also at The Inquirer.) From the ESET … [Link]
Mashable » A priest used about 500,000 Lego bricks to make a super elaborate Vatican replica
An intricately designed Lego Vatican is now on display at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. The colorful structure was built by Bob Simon, a pastor at St. Catherine of Siena Church in Moscow, Pennsylvania. He told USA Today that he'd wanted to build a Lego Vatican model since the seventh grade, but his previous attempts hadn't looked "anything like the … [Link]
Mashable » Rainbow Doritos are a tasty way to support LGBT causes
We are a Doritos generation. Once again the company proves itself worthy of that title America's favorite tortilla chip has paired with It Gets Better Project, which provides outreach to LGBT youth, to create a limited edition bag of Doritos with chips in — you guessed it — every color of the rainbow See also: The Doritos generation: Why the chip … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Thinkgeek’s Big T-Shirt Sale: 2 for $20! (+ FREE Talk Like a Pirate Day Shirt on Orders Above $25)
Thinkgeek is currently having a sale on over 140 of their awesome tees, offering 2 tees for just $20! And if you purchase above $25 of apparel, they’ll throw in a free “Talk Like a Pirate Day” shirt along with your order (use promo code “PURRATE” after adding the shirt). [Thinkgeek T-Shirt Sale: 2 for $20!] The post Thinkgeek’s Big … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Top 10 Annoying Video Game Enemies
A strange juxtaposition in gaming is that a wonderful, enjoyable, engaging game can still have a few really annoying enemies. You know the kind I ma talking about. Flying around too sporadically to get a clean shot off. Perhaps overly powered for no reason. We have all faced them and cursed at our screens. Here are then of the most … [Link]
Mashable » Amazon Fire tablets are now so cheap you can get them in a $250 six-pack
Tablet shoppers now have a tough choice: A 16GB iPad Mini 2, or six of Amazon's new Fire tablets for $19 less. Seriously. Amazon announced Tuesday it's launching a new line of Fire-branded products, including a tablet simply called Fire, which it's selling for $49.99 or in a six-pack for $249. The device is currently available for pre-order, with shipping beginning … [Link]
Popular Science » Young Inventor Ahmed Mohamed Gets Crowdfunding Campaign After Arrest
twitter.com/IStandWithAhmed Ahmed Mohamed, 14, was arrested by Texas police after his homemade clock was mistaken for a bomb On Monday, school officials in Irving, Texas called the police on 14-year-old high school student Ahmed Mohamed when they suspected that a clock he built himself and brought to school could be a bomb. The internet quickly picked up the gauntlet, and … [Link]
Mashable » Why you can't judge a flight attendant by her BMI
I don’t know what you do for a living, but imagine if I told you I needed your Body Mass Index, or BMI, to decide whether or not you were fit to do your job — a job you were doing every day, a job nobody had complained about. You might say that was ridiculous. You might even call me sexist … [Link]
Mashable » Texas teen kept saying it was a clock, not a bomb, but school wouldn't listen
Ahmed Mohamed, a Texas teenager who was arrested for bringing a homemade clock to school that was mistaken for a bomb, addressed his ordeal on Good Morning America on Thursday. The 14-year-old told GMA that it felt "really weird" getting arrested and that the reason he brought the digital clock to school was to impress his teachers. See also: Mark Zuckerberg … [Link]
Slashdot » NASA Delays Orion's First Manned Flight Until 2023
The Verge reports that the first manned flight planned for the Orion crew capsule has been delayed, and is now slated to take place in 2023, rather than the previously hoped-for 2021. The delay is based on both budget and design considerations; Bill Gerstenmaier, associate administrator for human exploration at NASA, said at a press conference yesterday that several changes … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » When You’re Feeling Down… [Comic]
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Slashdot » Android Lollipop Can Be Hacked With Very Long Password
Complex passwords are the way to beat some attacks, but for phones running the latest version of Android, that's not necessarily so: puddingebola writes with an excerpt from an article at CNN: Locked phones require a passcode. But there's a way to get around that. Just type in an insanely long password. That overloads the computer, which redirects you to … [Link]
Mashable » People are trying to fly drugs into British prisons with drones
LONDON — A drone attempting to deliver mobile phones and drugs to a prison in England was intercepted earlier this year. The unmanned aerial vehicle was caught by guards at Bedford Prison in March, and it was one of nine known attempts to infiltrate jails in England and Wales in the first five months of 2015, the BBC reports. See also: … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Big data and the music industry: Wheres the romance?
Subscribe to the O’Reilly Radar Podcast to track the technologies and people that will shape our world in the years to come. In this week’s Radar Podcast episode, author and entrepreneur Alistair Croll talks with musician and performer Amanda Palmer … [Link]
Mashable » The Patriots may have already psyched out the whole NFL
The New England Patriots beat the visiting Pittsburgh Steelers 28-21 to open the NFL season last Thursday night behind dominant performances by quarterback Tom Brady and tight end Rob Gronkowski But their biggest victory may have come after the final whistle — and could be bad news for future visiting opponents, after an NFL off-season defined by the league's never-ending Deflategate … [Link]
Mashable » Amazon's new 4K-ready Fire TV could smoke the new Apple TV
Begun, the set-top box wars have. Hot on the heels of Apple's new Apple TV announcement, Amazon unveiled a new version of its own Fire TV set-top box, Fire TV Stick HDMI dongle and a new Fire TV Gaming Edition on Thursday New to the second-generation Fire TV is 4K video support and the addition of Alexa, the voice assistant from … [Link]
Slashdot » Finnish Diver Finds German WWII Submarine Near Estonia
jones_supa writes: A wreck of a German submarine, presumed lost more than 70 years ago, has been discovered near the Estonian coast. The submarine, which dates back to the Second World War, was found by Finnish diver Immi Wallin in July. The U-679 was apparently the last lost German u-boat in the Gulf of Finland. It was presumed destroyed by … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazon Deal of the Day: Save BIG on Books, Lightning Cable, Cthulhu + MORE
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, here are a few great deals we stumbled on today, including the adorable Funko Pop Cthulhu figure you see above! –Up to 50% Off Select Young Adult Books –AmazonBasics Apple Certified Lightning to USB Cable (Charge and Sync) – $13.99 $6.99 –Funko POP Literature: HP Lovecraft Cthulhu Action Figure – $10.99 $8.95 … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Crops farmed by leafcutter ants show signs of domestication
Fungus-farming ants seem to have selected for genome duplications in their crop, just like like human farmers did, allowing them to expand the size of their colonies
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New Scientist – News » Global warming slowdown could be over as temperatures soar
Huge events this year, such as the El Niño and changes to ocean currents are set to alter our weather far into the future, making 2015 pivotal for our climate
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New Scientist – News » US-Cuba thaw could bring important gains for cancer research
An emphasis on health research has helped Cuba develop a lung cancer vaccine. As its relationship with the US improves, people everywhere might benefit
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New Scientist – News » 60 Seconds
Star Wars's threat to seabirds, North Korean nuclear reboot, coffee's body clock reset and more
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New Scientist – News » Brain-controlled smart home lets you turn the TV on by thinking
Smart homes fitted out with appliances that can be remotely controlled are already here – the next challenge is to control your home by thought alone
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Mashable » Steve Wozniak: Boy arrested for building a clock 'is a modern day hero'
Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak is the latest teach leader to lend his support to Ahmed Mohamed, the 14-year-old Muslim boy who was arrested for bringing a homemade clock to school. Mohamed's story about his clock, which a teacher thought was a bomb, reminded Woz of his own high school days, and the time he once pranked a fellow student with a … [Link]
Mashable » Satya Nadella endures a classic Microsoft demo fail moment
There are high-wire acts, like the ones where you string a cable between two cliffs and gingerly walk across, and there high-tech high-wire acts, where you try to demonstrate cutting-edge technology in front on a large live audience. Both have a high-degree of risk and a history of occasional failure. See also: Microsoft lost the last decade. How Satya Nadella plans … [Link]
Mashable » 'Dear Fat People' comedian tries to win over 'The View,' fails miserably
Nicole Arbour, the comedian behind the viral "Dear Fat People" YouTube video, recently sat down on The View to do some damage control. It did not go well Almost immediately, Joy Behar digs into the video, telling Arbour why she found it offensive "If I'm going to do a joke about a fat person, I'm going to say I'm fat … [Link]
Mashable » Google Glass, formerly Project Glass, is now reportedly called Project Aura
Google’s smart glasses just can't keep a name. The project, initially called Project Glass, was subsequently renamed to Google Glass, and is now called Project Aura, according to multiple reports. According to Business Insider, whose report was confirmed by The Wall Street Journal, Project Aura started in June, with Google hiring electronics experts from Amazon's research division, Lab126, to revive the … [Link]
Mashable » This bizarre 1954 vehicle conquered impossible terrains
Image: John Dominis/The LIFE Picture Collection/Getty ImagesGreek-American inventor Elie Aghnides amassed a fortune coming up with clever inventions. One of his more unusual creations was the "Rhino," an amphibious four-wheeled vehicle designed to patrol and defend the vast roadless wastes of Alaska and Canada. Weighing in at five tons, the four-wheel-drive machine could hit speeds of 45 miles per hour on the highway.Defining … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Gaming Takes True Dedication…..
….And some gamers just have it in spades. (Imgur) The post Gaming Takes True Dedication….. appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » American hero tricks Alex Trebek into saying 'Turd Ferguson' on 'Jeopardy!'
Slow clap, Talia Lavin. A few nights ago, Talia appeared on Jeopardy. She had a rough few rounds, leaving her with only $600 going into Final Jeopardy — all of which she wagered, only to realize that she didn't know the answer to the question being asked: “This song from a 1999 animated film about censorship had a word censored … [Link]
Mashable » MI5 chief says keeping track of terrorists is getting harder
LONDON — Terrorists are using advances in technology to communicate out of the reach of the authorities, the head of MI5 said Thursday, in the first live interview a serving MI5 boss has given in the organisation's history. Speaking on the BBC Radio 4 Today show, Andrew Parker said that the government’s plans for new surveillance powers were vital, adding that … [Link]
Slashdot » Chinese Compiling "Facebook" of US Government Employees
schwit1 writes: According to private security firm CrowdStrike's founder, Dmitri Alperovitch, the Chinese are compiling a massive 'Facebook' like database on American federal government employees for use in espionage and blackmail. The data was stolen from high profile attacks against the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, as well as intrusions into the Anthem and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield health insurance networks. … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Patent for first method to create human sperm, but does it work?
French scientists say that they have a method for growing sperm from extracted testicular tissue, but they have yet to publish their results
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Mashable » The 'South Park' premiere took on Caitlyn Jenner, but its best jokes were about Tom Brady
South Park's ultra-topical 19th season premiere incorporated a number of hot-button issues — including the supposed resurgence of politically correct culture, the notion of checking someone's privilege, disgraced former Subway spokesman Jared Fogle, the Syrian refugee crisis, the Whip, the Nae Nae, fraternity hazing, and, of course, Caitlyn Jenner — the "Stunning and Brave" celebrity referred to in the episode's title. … [Link]
Mashable » How Pixar created the beautiful, dangerous world of 'The Good Dinosaur'
It takes an army to build a Pixar film universe. Just ask Peter Sohn, the director of the upcoming film The Good Dinosaur. He's been working on the heartwarming movie, which will be his feature film debut, since 2009, when it was originally conceived by previous director Bob Peterson. The film, like many Pixar projects, was born out of a simple … [Link]
Popular Science » Watch People Build A Scale Model Of The Solar System In The Desert
Solar System To Scale/Vimeo Remember attempting to create a scale model of the solar system in school? The frustration and exhilaration that came with realizing exactly how small our planet is in the huge scope of the universe? Now, you can relive it all, thanks to these guys, Wylie Overstreet and Alex Gorosh. They decided to create a scale model … [Link]
Popular Science » Apple's Airstrip App Could Transform The Care Of Chronic Diseases
Airstrip for Apple Watch Screenshot by author https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiw~ Apple is aiming to profoundly change the way doctors and patients interact. Last week, the company demonstrated one of its newest medical apps, called AirStrip, which allows doctors to read a patient’s heart rate and other acute health statistics. The app can now be used on the Apple Watch, allowing doctors to … [Link]
Mashable » 'Black Mass' review: How could cold, murderous Johnny Depp be so blah?
TORONTO — Johnny Depp burns up every frame of Black Mass, all nasty swagger and murderous menace as South Boston gangster James "Whitey" Bulger. It's the most interesting new role he's tackled since the first time Captain Jack Sparrow stumbled onscreen. Joel Edgerton, meanwhile, re-earns his place on Hollywood's upper crust as John Connolly, the FBI agent whose connections to … [Link]
Mashable » Sibling duo Disclosure's concert live stream has an in-your-face twist
Disclosure, the brotherly electronic-music duo behind Sam Smith's upcoming "Goldfinger"-esque James Bond theme song for Spectre, wants to latch onto your face and toss it directly onto the big screens at their Sept. 29 concert in Los Angeles Fans who submit their "Disclosure Face" using the American Express Unstaged App — the same app that just earned Taylor Swift an Emmy … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 4 Tips That Will Keep You Awake (Without Caffeine) [Science Video]
You’re tired and you need an energy boost, but you don’t want the jitters from caffeine. What to do? In this week’s video, we give you some chemistry-backed tips — one of which involves cats — to boost your productivity and stay awake without refilling the coffee cup. [Reactions] The post 4 Tips That Will Keep You Awake (Without Caffeine) … [Link]
Slashdot » iPad Mini-Style Specs, On the Cheap, In Android-Based ASUS ZenPad S 8.0
MojoKid writes: The ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 is a well-designed Android tablet based on an Intel X86 platform that boasts better specs than the iPad mini 3 in many areas and is also less expensive. As configured, the ZenPad S 8.0 Z580CA has an MSRP of $299, which is $99 less than the 16GB iPad mini 3, and $199 less … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Big data is changing the face of fashion
Download Fashioning Data: A 2015 Update, our updated free report exploring data innovations from the fashion industry. Fashion is an industry that struggles for respect — despite its enormous size globally, it is often viewed as frivolous or unnecessary. And … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Design for the greater good
Subscribe to the O’Reilly Design Podcast, our podcast exploring how experience design and experience designers are shaping business, the Internet of Things, and other domains. In this week’s Design Podcast episode, I sit down with designer Gretchen Anderson. … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 17 September 2015
Google’s 2 Billion Lines of Code (Wired) — 85TB, 45,000 changes/day in Google’s DVCS “Piper.” They’re looking at Mercurial. China Extracting Pledge of Compliance from US Firms (NY Times) — The letter also asks the American companies to ensure their … [Link]
Mashable » What's your Secret Service code name? Our generator will tell you
Jeb wants to be known as "Ever-ready," Trump thinks the Secret Service should call him "Humble." But are those really the best code names the Republican presidential candidates could come up with? Nah. They can do better — and so can you We cooked up this nifty Secret Service Code name Generator 5000. Try it out. Have something to add to … [Link]
Mashable » Shakira is now a pig-hating member of the 'Angry Birds' flock
Her hips don't lie, but you'll be hard-pressed to find them on a bulbous cartoon bird head with no body. Shakira is now a part of the Angry Birds family, with a new update for Angry Birds Pop inserting the Colombian singer into the game. She's playable as Shakira Bird in Pop for a limited time, letting fans score themselves some extra turns with the … [Link]
Slashdot » Apple's First Android App Makes It Easy To Move To iOS
Mark Wilson writes: Apple has released its first ever Android app. No, there's not an Android version of Safari or anything like that, but a tool designed to simplify the process of switching to iOS. The predictably named Move to iOS will appeal to anyone who was persuaded to switch allegiances by the release of the iPhone 6s and iPhone … [Link]
Mashable » You can't wait to see 'Scream Queens,' according to Twitter
Congrats, Ryan Murphy: Your TV shows are among the most popular kids on the TV block Murphy's upcoming Fox horror comedy Scream Queens and the latest installment of his American Horror Story franchise have topped Twitter's annual assessment of the most buzzed about TV shows of the upcoming fall season. See also: 20 types of 'Grey's Anatomy' fans in mourning The … [Link]
Mashable » Where even is Fashion Week?
Video: Jake Fertig, Max Knoblauch and David Sidorov New York Fashion Week 2015 is a monumental event in the world of fashion. This year's week-long event has been called the most inclusive New York Fashion Week ever. Suffice it to say, every reporter wants to be there. Unfortunately, I could not find it. See also: This is the most inclusive … [Link]
Mashable » Watch Darren Criss and Leslie Odom Jr. rock our emoji music challenge
Broadway stars have to be triple threats: singers, actors, and dancers. But we decided to test their fourth skill: musical improv. We challenged Broadway stars Darren Criss and Leslie Odom, Jr. to improvise songs based on random emoji — and they did not disappoint. The pair had to choose three emoji out of a hat, then create a song about … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft Backports Start Menu To Windows RT
jones_supa writes: Windows RT devices, such as the Surface RT and the Surface 2, won't get an upgrade to Windows 10, but instead Microsoft has been working on a platform update that brings the original Start Menu which the company introduced in the first Windows 10 builds. This means that it is technologically based on DirectUI, instead of an XAML-based … [Link]
Mashable » 8 reasons rugby is infinitely more hardcore than American football
LONDON — Sorry America, but for too long your weedy "football" players have been hogging all the limelight. Now that the Rugby World Cup is mere hours away from dump tackling its way onto our screens, it's time to brush all that NFL nonsense to one side and bring out the big guns. See also: This female rugby player is tougher … [Link]
Mashable » How to save your reputation after having a meltdown at the office
“You should absolutely never cry at work." We've probably all heard that warning too many times to count. And, to some extent, that advice holds true. You definitely want to maintain a stable and professional reputation while inside the four walls of your office But, we all know that sometimes things just happen that cause us to lose our cool. Perhaps … [Link]
Mashable » What the golden age of travel was really like
This #tbt, we’re kicking it back to the golden age of air travel, when flying coach was all glamour. Passengers wore their finest threads, the meals were gourmet and the legroom seemed endless. But this luxury experience was out of reach for many. And those who could afford it often found relentless racism, sexism and cigar smoke once on board. See … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Video Deal/Day: Generics in .NET – $29.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "Generics in .NET" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2015-09-18 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » Russian pranksters admit pretending to be Putin on Elton John call
LONDON — Audio has emerged of the phone call Elton John thought he was having with Vladimir Putin about gay rights. See also: Hold the phone: Putin may or may not have called Elton John about gay rights The singer believed he had a direct line to the Russian president earlier this week, writing on Instagram about the call, but it … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Huge Chile quake was brewing for 5 years and more are expected
Magnitude 8.3 earthquake that hit Chile was partly due to a massive nearby quake in 2010 and does not relieve the risk of an even larger earthquake
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New Scientist – News » Unhackable kernel could keep all computers safe from cyberattack
From helicopters to medical devices and power stations, mathematical proof that software at the heart of an operating system is secure could keep hackers out
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Mashable » 'I'm turning into a sheep': Reviewers hilariously destroy Apple's 'Move to iOS' app
Among all the iOS 9-launch hubbub, you might've missed an interesting factoid: Apple launched its first-ever Android app on Wednesday The app, called "Move to iOS," is designed to help Android users switch to an iOS device, by transferring their contacts, photos, messages, bookmarks and other data to an iPhone or iPad Unsurprisingly, the app is getting absolutely destroyed by reviewers … [Link]
Mashable » Inside the shantytowns of the Great Depression
1933A Hooverville in Central Park, New York City.Image: Bettmann/CorbisShortly after the stock market crash in October 1929 and the subsequent onset of the Great Depression, American unemployment and homelessness skyrocketed.With lodging houses overflowing, improvised shantytowns sprang up across the country. On vacant lots, public land and in empty alleys, unemployed people cobbled together huts and shacks from wood and scrap metalSome … [Link]
Mashable » CNN's endless debate had moderators (and audience) who were sometimes snoozing
In what turned out to be a marathon of a three-hour debate — "too long," Donald Trump groused — CNN's moderators received mostly negative reviews in how they handled the candidates The session, featuring 11 candidates at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Library, was moderated by CNN chief Washington correspondent Jake Tapper, chief political correspondent Dana Bash and Hugh Hewitt, … [Link]
Mashable » The Roomba 980 is iRobot's best robot vacuum yet
We have a ritual in my house. I bring home a random gadget, deposit it somewhere in my home and my wife asks me what it is, gives me side-eye and then ignores the gear until it is removed from the premises. With the new iRobot Roomba 980, however, she broke the routine and as I traveled, she quietly put the … [Link]
Slashdot » Chemical Evidence Shows the Nazis Weren't At All Close To Having the Bomb
TheAlexKnapp writes: The Nazis winning World War II by getting the bomb first is a staple of alt-history and it's the reason why James T. Kirk lost the love of his life, Edith Keeler. Einstein also noted possible German efforts to build one in his letter to FDR urging the U.S. develop an atomic weapon. But it turns out there … [Link]
Mashable » British man perfectly demonstrates the most insane way to cross a road
There's crossing a road in style and then there's… well, this. The guy in the video above — who clearly laughs in the face of both the laws of physics and all of those road safety videos we were made to watch at school — launches himself into a running flip and manages to completely clear a road. See also: … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Crowdsourcing a solution works best if some don’t help
There is wisdom in crowds, but people's natural tendency to freeload means crowsourcing works best if the crowd size is relatively small
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Mashable » Here's a robot saying 'f*ck you' to two BBC presenters live on air
When you have a robot as the guest on your morning news show, there's always the danger that it'll refuse to play by the rules. Presenters on BBC Breakfast discovered this recently when their artificially intelligent robotic guest "Linda" greeted them in a way they probably weren't expecting (and yes, we know Linda was really trying to say "thank you," … [Link]
Slashdot » Trademark Trolls Stops University Nicknames
chipperdog writes: Trademark and patent trolls have even found there way in complicating a university nickname selection, with people admitting to registering nicknames with the trademark office just to stop them or get rich off of them. The Grand Forks Herald reports: "The search for a new University of North Dakota nickname hit a potential new stumbling block on Monday, … [Link]
Mashable » Authorities fear chaos as thousands of refugees enter Croatia
Update, Sept. 17, 10 a.m. ET: According to Croatia's Ministry of Interior, 7,300 refugees entered the country before noon (local time). Most of them are at Tovarnik, waiting to be transferred to refugee centers across the country RAB, Croatia — More than 5,500 refugees entered Croatia on Wednesday and Thursday morning, and many more are expected throughout the day, Croatian national … [Link]
Mashable » Tesla's Powerwall home battery is coming to Australia in 2015
The Powerwall, a rechargeable lithium ion home battery from the makers of the Tesla Model S car, will be on sale in Australia by the end of the year. Powerwall will be available in Australia in late 2015 through a variety of Tesla Energy partners who are yet to be announced, Business Insider reported. See also: All hail Apple's new iOS … [Link]
Slashdot » Apple's 16GB IPhone 6S Is a Serious Strategic Mistake
HughPickens.com writes: Matthew Yglesias writes at Vox that Apple's recent announcement of an entry level iPhone 6S is a serious strategic mistake because it contains just 16GB of storage — an amount that was arguably too low even a couple of years back. According to Yglesias, the user experience of an under-equipped iPhone can be quite bad, and the iPhone … [Link]
Mashable » Brabus Zero Emission makes the Tesla Model S slightly more 'Ludicrous'
For the last few years, Tesla has been playing a game of performance oneupmanship with itself, slowly releasing ever more powerful versions of its Model S, leaving little room for aftermarket tuners to have any fun with the now-infamous EV. Finally, however, Brabus has taken a stab at modifying the Model S. It's made the Tesla a bit more 'Ludicrous' … … [Link]
Mashable » Couple creates enormous 11-foot bed so they can sleep with their 5 cats and 2 dogs
Pets are a part of the family. As such, they often demand prime sleeping real estate — i.e., your bed Reddit user Robdogbird and his girlfriend are the proud of owners of five cats and two dogs. Unfortunately, every single one of their snuggly pets wants to sleep on their bed, which wasn't large enough to accommodate such a menagerie See … [Link]
Mashable » 'Camping With Dogs' highlights the hilarity and awesomeness of camping with your canine
The "Camping With Dogs" Instagram account is here to bring you beautiful pictures of the best things life has to offer: the great outdoors and adorable dogs The Instagram account features various submitted photos of beloved four-legged companions hanging with their human counterparts on awesome outdoor adventures. Some pups are inclined to climb mountains right alongside their owners, while others are … [Link]
Popular Science » Maki at Rose City Comic Con
This weekend I'll be at Rose City Comic Con! So if you're on the west coast, this is your last chance to see me in person this year. As always, I'll have copies of the Sufficiently Remarkable Minis, OTP, and my Vaccines Work books on hand. Also some bonus goodies! But first, Portland, we need to talk about your water. … [Link]
Slashdot » The Air Traffic Control Tower of the Future Doesn't Include Humans
CravenRaven76 writes: Sweden is testing the future of air traffic control at Ornskoldsvik Airport. An 80 foot tall unmanned tower at the airport houses 14 high-definition cameras to help controllers survey the site with better-than-human vision. Video from the cameras is transmitted to Sunvsal Airport, where a controller guides the planes. Potential future plans include grouping every airport controller together … [Link]
Mashable » Republican candidates never got the memo that China is acting on climate change
It took until the last half hour of CNN's marathon three-hour Republican presidential debate, but global warming finally came up And apparently Republican candidates for president never got the memo that China is serious about addressing global warming See also: Earth just had its warmest summer on record, as 2015 heads for a new high In a question quoting Ronald Reagan's … [Link]
Mashable » Australia's leadership upset has been animated and now it makes a lot more sense
Taiwanese Animators, the group best known for its truly spectacular animation of Tiger Woods' infidelity, has given Australia's most recent leadership spill their inimitable treatment. And. It. Is. Amazing. In the video above, former Prime Minister Tony Abbott rides a tiny bike with training wheels into a literal revolving door, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, "known for his ego," jumps into … [Link]
Mashable » Meanwhile in Australia, a 3-metre python hid in a toilet bowl
In a whole lot of nope, two snakes have been pulled from toilet bowls in far north Queensland. Zoology student and volunteer snake catcher Elliot Budd was called in to remove the reptiles from their new porcelain home. He told Mashable Australia that while the phenomenon was uncommon, it wasn't unheard of See also: 5 rides we want rebuilt now that … [Link]
Mashable » Synthetic marijuana market faces smackdown in New York
Calling it "a scourge on our society," authorities in New York City have cracked down on synthetic marijuana, announcing on Wednesday the indictment of 10 suspects connected to a distribution ring that touches all five of the city's boroughs See also: Cops find drone packed with drugs, porn near Maryland prison Authorities raided 80 locations connected to the illegal operation and … [Link]
Mashable » Carly Fiorina made a perfect pick for a woman to put on the $10 bill
After a night of sparring over Iran, immigration and taxes, the 11 Republican presidential candidates at CNN's prime-time debate were asked a straightforward question: Which woman would they choose to put on the new $10 bill? See also: The most outrageous things Donald Trump said in the Republican debate The question prompted some inspiring answers, a few head-scratching replies and a … [Link]
Mashable » State of disruption: 4 innovative companies shaping the future of traditional industries through tech
“Disruption” is a word thrown around a lot in the business and startup space today; every company aims to be the Uber or Airbnb of its respective industry. But what exactly is a disruptor? By the very nature of the term, it's a company that creates ripples within an industry — hospitality, transportation, finance, etc. — so much so that the … [Link]
Mashable » Chill Hillary Clinton didn't even flinch when Jimmy Fallon pulled her hair
One of the first things Jimmy Fallon asked Democratic presidential frontrunner Hillary Clinton during her Tonight Show appearance on Wednesday was whether she had too much experience to run for president They both sort of laughed, because the question was set up by talking about Donald Trump and Ben Carson, the top two Republican presidential candidates. Trump is a wealthy businessman … [Link]
Mashable » Jeb Bush totally smoked weed … 40 years ago
Although Barbara Bush may not be happy to hear it, former GovJeb Bush totally smoked weed. The subject of marijuana policy finally made an appearance at CNN's Republican presidential debate Wednesday night, and when Rand Paul opened the floor to see who got high in high school, Bush admitted to smoking weed 40 years ago. He would have been in … [Link]
Slashdot » A Powerful 8.3-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Chile's Coast
wooferhound writes: A powerful 8.3-magnitude earthquake struck off Chile's coast on Wednesday, according to a preliminary assessment from the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake's epicenter was about 54 kilometers (34 miles) west of Illapel, Chile, USGS said. It occurred around 7:54 p.m. (6:54 p.m. ET). Chile's national emergency agency issued a tsunami alert, ordering evacuations in coastal areas from Arica … [Link]
Slashdot » XPRIZE's Jono Bacon On the Next Great Challenge
itwbennett writes: After just under 8 years at Canonical where he was Community Manager of Ubuntu, Jono Bacon left in search of a new challenge. Now, a year and a half into his tenure at the XPRIZE Foundation as Senior Director of Community, Bacon reflects on the changing nature of community and how he is working to bring the 'anybody … [Link]
Mashable » All the ways Republicans attacked Donald Trump during the debate
Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump has thrown insults at just about every rival candidate, and many of them took the opportunity to throw some dirt back at him when they shared the debate stage with him on Wednesday night in California. Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush went after Trump because he felt Trump insulted his wife. Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul was … [Link]
Mashable » The GOP debate, now with puking rainbows
Snapchat’s whimsical updates are proving useful — and absolutely delightful — in the political arena. YouTuber Dumbfoundead is using Snapchat's new selfie "lenses" to create terrifying clips of the Republican candidates. See also: The Republican debate: How it all went down Naturally, political debates are significantly more exciting when cartoon hearts are literally exploding from candidates' mouths Watching #GOPDebate with @Snapchat … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump, Carly Fiorina pick apart each other's business records
Donald Trump and Carly Fiorina traded jabs Wednesday over their business record with each accusing the other, essentially, of corporate incompetence. While the two have been engaged in a bitter back-and-forth for weeks now, this exchange was sparked by a question from moderator Jake Tapper Trump said that Hewlett Packard "is a disaster and continues to be a disaster," referencing … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Global study reveals soaring antibiotic resistance in India
Antibiotic resistance rates are so high in some regions that new drugs may not work unless misuse of antibiotics stops, say researchers
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Slashdot » The Answer To the High Cost of College: 42% Cut In Tuition
McGruber writes: Utica College, a small, private university in upstate NY, announced it is cutting its annual tuition by 42 percent. According to College President Todd Hutton, the change will reduce the sticker shock that many parents and students have when seeing the tuition price. Hutton says there are fewer than a dozen students who pay the full price. Currently, … [Link]
Mashable » Disney movies would be much better with pugs
The Internet has seen just about every single mashup involving Disney movies, princesses and villains. But we were missing one thing: pugs. Fortunately, Doug the Pug, a.k.a. The King of Pop Culture, did what he does best and immersed himself in our favorite Disney hits, from Frozen to Toy Story. Doug's smush face is a welcome addition to any Disney … [Link]
Mashable » Carly Fiorina shuts down Donald Trump in the classiest way
Carly Fiorina responded directly to Donald Trump's criticism of her looks on Wednesday, saying that "women all over this country heard very clearly what Mr. Trump said." Debate moderators asked Fiorina to address Trump's "persona," which is what he said he was referring to when he commented on her "face" in a recent article. See also: Carly Fiorina's make-or-break moment … [Link]
Mashable » 5 rides we want rebuilt now that Australia's Wonderland is coming back
Since 1985, Australia's Wonderland theme park was a rite of passage for thousands of kids, who were terrified by its massive rollercoasters and sickened by its fried food on sticks Childhood died on April 26, 2004, however, when the park shut down due to financial issues. Plans for its revival have been rumoured for years now, but it looks like … [Link]
Mashable » Honda's 2016 Civic adds Apple CarPlay — and a turbo
Honda has pulled the covers off its 10th-generation Civic, which is all-new for the 2016 model year and includes levels of refinement, power and technology never before seen in the compact car. Starting with the exterior, Honda was determined to give its definitive model a sporty new look. Jarad Hall, senior exterior designer and project leader of the Civic, describes … [Link]
Mashable » All hail Apple's new iOS 9 font, San Francisco
As Apple endeavors to make its operating system environments ever more frictionless, yet another change in iOS 9 has taken a few observers by surprise: a new font Apple introduced the new San Francisco font earlier this year at WWDC, but today the public finally got a look at the new font treatment in the latest, non-beta update to iOS See … [Link]
Mashable » Carly Fiorina: Stop talking to Putin
Former Hewlett-Packard chief executive Carly Fiorina said that if she were elected president, she wouldn’t talk to Russian President Vladimir Putin "at all," adding that "we’ve talked way too much to him." Fiorina said the only way Putin will stop "is to sense strength and resolve on the other side, and we have all of that within our control." See … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump's face is a rainbow of emotion at this GOP debate
The many faces of talking comb-over/Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump are the true stars of Wednesday night's GOP debate Say what you will about his politics, but it's undeniable that this guy knows the power of facial expression. See also: Jimmy Fallon and Donald Trump go off script on 'The Tonight Show' Need more convincing? See below: I think Trump just … [Link]
Mashable » Jimmy Fallon puts on his Donald Trump face to interview Hillary Clinton
Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon walked onstage as Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump for the second time in a week on Wednesday, this time to interview yet another frontrunner—Hillary Clinton Fallon-dressed-as-Trump interviewed The Donald himself last week and did something similar with Clinton, ringing her up from a fake phone while she sat just a few feet away on the … [Link]
Mashable » The most outrageous things Donald Trump said in the Republican debate
TL;DR? WRONG Donald Trump was in full force Wednesday night during the second GOP debate, bullying his fellow candidates, tooting his own horn and being an IRL emoji See also: Trump wasn't part of the bottom-tier debate, but he was still center stage Since we're sure you're still exhausted from Trump's first time at the debate bat, we took one for … [Link]
Slashdot » US Navy Limits Use of Whale-Harming Sonar
An anonymous reader writes: The U.S. Navy has agreed to new limits on its use of sonar and explosives in certain areas of the Pacific. Sonar is known to be capable of disrupting communication between whales and other sea life. There have also been incidents in the past where explosives have killed dolphins that got too close to a training … [Link]
Mashable » 50 Cent has no time for Internet bullsh*t
50 Cent: Rapper, actor, troll hater When he isn't balking over some minor money problems, 50 Cent likes to kick back and do what we all like to do: See what the Internet has to say about us. For Fiddy, he found out the hard way that sometimes the Internet doesn't support even tried-and-true smash hits, not even party anthem … [Link]
Slashdot » Chinese Compiling "Facebook" of US Government Employees
schwit1 writes: According to private security firm CrowdStrike's founder, Dmitri Alperovitch, the Chinese are compiling a massive 'Facebook' like database on American federal government employees for use in espionage and blackmail. The data was stolen from high profile attacks against the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, as well as intrusions into the Anthem and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield health insurance networks. … [Link]
New Scientist – News » NASA spacecraft captures rare double eclipse of the sun
First the Earth and then the moon recently blocked the sun's light from the point of view of NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory
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New Scientist – News » Pluto dazzles in first new images downloaded since July’s flyby
The New Horizons spacecraft has sent back fresh, stunning photos that it took of the distant icy world when it flew past on 14 July
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New Scientist – News » Sierra Nevada’s 500-year snowpack low deepens California drought
Snow on the Sierra Nevada mountains, whose melt supplies a third of California's water reservoirs, has hit a 500-year low
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New Scientist – News » NASA reveals best pictures of bright spots on Ceres
Scientists are studying the best-ever pictures of the mysterious bright spots on the dwarf planet this week, but we still don't know what they are
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New Scientist – News » Bees win as US court rules against neonicotinoid pesticide
US ruling says that pesticide use was approved on the basis of "flawed and limited" data, which some campaigners hope will turn the tide against neonicotinoids
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New Scientist – News » Jeremy Corbyn: Where he stands on science and medicine
The new leader of the Labour Party supports action on climate change, and has created a shadow minister for mental health – but he fails on some issues
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New Scientist – News » Black holes may be brick walls that bounce information back out
It's another shot in the black hole wars – a Nobel laureate has a counterpoint to Stephen Hawking's new solution to the black hole information paradox
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New Scientist – News » Did global warming play a role in Japan’s devastating floods?
A freak set of weather events led to tropical storm Etau dumping record amounts of rainfall, but climate change may have played a part too
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New Scientist – News » Exoskeleton reveals lengths we go to save energy when walking
We naturally shift our gait even if it saves minuscule amounts of energy – a finding that could help rehabilitate people with spinal injuries
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New Scientist – News » Speed dating shows arranged bird marriages lead to bad parenting
Zebra finches who raised chicks with their mate of choice proved to be better parents than those that had an arranged partnership
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New Scientist – News » Earth’s composition might be unusual for a planet with life
Solar systems with habitable planets seem to be made of different stuff to our sun, meaning alien worlds probably aren't like Earth, a new study suggests
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New Scientist – News » Moonquakes discovered in data from 1970s Apollo mission
An algorithm based on speech recognition software has dug up hundreds of tremors on the moon that were missed by earlier searches
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New Scientist – News » Volunteers ate 6000 calories a day to probe cause of diabetes
People who eat too much become resistant to their own insulin and can develop diabetes. A binge-eating experiment suggests that oxidative stress may be to blame
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New Scientist – News » Can red wine really stave off Alzheimer’s disease?
There's evidence that resveratrol, found in red wine, may stabilise Alzheimer's disease – but at strong doses equivalent to 1000 bottles a day
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New Scientist – News » Great tits and blue tits battle by laying eggs in enemy nests
Hostile nest takeovers and sneaky egg laying defines the interspecies warfare that may result in chicks with confused identity
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New Scientist – News » Unhackable kernel could keep all computers safe from cyberattack
From helicopters to medical devices and power stations, mathematical proof that software at the heart of an operating system is secure could keep hackers out
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New Scientist – News » One Per Cent
Control a drone swarm, AI takes school tests and robo-reporter files its first story
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New Scientist – News » Gaption, the social network where it can literally pay to post
Based in Malaysia, a new networking platform lets users advertise goods and services and shares any proceeds with others who reshare and like their posts
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New Scientist – News » Brain stimulation can alter our desire to punish wrongdoers
Magnetic manipulation of our prefrontal cortex doesn't impact our ability to judge guilt – but it does influence our thoughts on a suitable punishment
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New Scientist – News » New look at antidepressant suicide risks from infamous trial
A fresh analysis of an infamous 1990s study has raised the rate of suicidal tendencies among teenagers given paroxetine
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