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 » Listen to giraffes humming to each other through the night
Until recently, there was reason to believe that giraffes were largely silent creatures. After all, we've heard dogs bark, lions roar, and pigs oink, but aside from the occasional snort, giraffes had never had sound ascribed to them — until now A new study from the University of Vienna has revealed that giraffes actually hum to each other through the night … [Link]
Slashdot » Some Trump Donors Get Fleeced By 3d-Party Payment System
According to an article in Maine's WMTW Channel 8, some Donald Trump supporters claim they've ended up giving more than they intended to this campaign, because a since-resolved "glitch" (according to campaign spokeswoman Hope Hicks) meant they were charged multiple times. From the article: "Heather Nason of Saco told WMTW News 8 that her husband was one of the affected … [Link]
Mashable » Bentley SUV offers optional $170,000 clock
The recently-unveiled Bentley Bentayga SUV is now the first word in luxurious, high-riding motoring. More than that, it is also now the first word in opulent optional extras, as it offers a Breitling clock in the dash that alone costs $170,000. See also: 7 of the best concepts from the Frankfurt Auto Show The timepiece in question is no Casio. It's … [Link]
Geek Culture » Apology dog seeks forgiveness!
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Mashable » Will I need a passport for domestic travel in the U.S. in 2016?
Four states and one U.S. territory have driver licenses that don't measure up to the Department of Homeland Security's standards. But what does that mean for travelers from those fives states, which include New York, Louisiana, Minnesota, New Hampshire and American Samoa? Particularly those who are part of the group of approximately 62% of Americans who don't hold a passport? See … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Hadouken Coffee Wins the Day With A K.O
This is, without a doubt, the greatest art you will ever see swirled into a latte’. When you start your day with a Hadouken, you know your day is going to be badass. [Imgur] The post Hadouken Coffee Wins the Day With A K.O appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Check out Pluto's icy mountains and heart in this new video
Pluto looks beautiful from above A new video — compiled using actual photos collected by the New Horizons spacecraft during its close flyby of the dwarf planet in July — takes you on a ride above the tiny world's heart-shaped plains and icy Norgay Montes, named for Tenzing Norgay, who scaled Mount Everest with Edmund Hillary. See also: 4 rad … [Link]
Slashdot » Ahmed Mohamed, His Clock, and the Curious Turn of Events
New submitter poity writes: After the news first broke of the 9th grader getting cuffed for scaring school officials with what turned out to be a digital clock, Ahmed Mohamed has experienced a surge of popular support — hailed as a genius and a hero, with college scholarships, internship offers, and even an invitation to the White House by President … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: Zailoo, Pearson LearningStudio, Platform9, PredictSpring, NFL Arrest
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 » Airplane seat designed to speed up boarding would also improve the middle seat
The window seat has the views, the aisle seat has easy access, and a new design would give the middle seat the elbow room. The seating concept would transform the middle seat into something travelers don't have to dread, adding two extra inches of space to the traditionally "worst" spot. It would also speed up the process of getting on and … [Link]
Mashable » Google might announce a new Chromecast this month
Rumor has it a second-generation Google Chromecast will be available later this month. 9to5 Google reports it acquired internal Google documents detailing and updated video streaming dongle coming this month. Chromecast is an HDMI dongle that streams content from your iOS and Android apps directly to your TV screen. The device was first introduced two years ago, and it later launched … [Link]
Popular Science » California Wildfires, Icy Mountains On Pluto, And Other Amazing Images Of The Week
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Slashdot » AeroVelo Breaks Human-powered Land Speed Record
yyzmcleod sends news that AeroVelo, a Canadian team of engineers and students, has built a bike that successfully broke the human-powered land speed record. (This is the same group that built a human-powered helicopter in 2013.) The team's Eta recumbent speed bike managed a speed of 85.7mph (137.9km/h). The previous record was 83.1 mph. 
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Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Ferris Bueller’s Day Off as an 8-Bit Video Game
The folks from Cinefix adapted “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” to look like an 8-bit video game, and I have to say, for the sake of nostalgia, I’d totally play that game! [CineFix] Ferris Bueller’s Day Off in the form of an 8 bit video game! The post Ferris Bueller’s Day Off as an 8-Bit Video Game appeared first on Geeks … [Link]
Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: How Do You Organize Your Virtual Desktops?
hyphenistic writes: As a programmer I find myself switching between multiple projects on a daily basis. Virtual desktops have been a big help in grouping my related programs together. I try to have a virtual desktop open for each project I'm working on. Although I've used Linux in the past my currently preferred desktop OS is Windows 10. For the … [Link]
Mashable » Concorde fan club wants to put the plane back in the skies by 2019
The Concorde's final flight took place on October 23rd, 2003 — nearly 12 years ago. In another four years, however, it could once again be approved for lift off for charter flights. The U.K.-based Club Concorde International, comprised of former Concorde pilots and charterers, and current enthusiasts, has raised roughly $186 million to put a Concorde back into commission. Before 2019, … [Link]
Mashable » Search crew finds camera with final group photo of hikers killed by Utah flash flood
Seven hikers killed in a flash flood at Zion National Park this week stopped to pose for a photo in their helmets, wetsuits and harnesses before heading into a narrow canyon. See also: An inside look at canyoneering in Zion National Park Officials at Zion National Park released a photo late Thursday, showing the group from California and Nevada smiling and … [Link]
Popular Science » British Scientists Want Permission To Genetically Edit Viable Human Embryos
Nishimasu et al, 2014 Cas9, the enzyme used in the CRISPR/Cas9 genome-editing technique, employed on a stand of DNA. While scientists around the world continue to debate the use of the CRISPR/Cas9 system, the tool capable of precisely editing DNA on the genomic level, British scientists working at the Francis Crick Institute in London announced today that they have applied … [Link]
Mashable » The best way to shop for nail polish is in augmented reality
Forget waiting until you get home to try on nail polish shades you end up hating. (Nude hues that make my nails look like straight-up skin, I'm looking at you.) See also: 5 delicious nail art designs inspired by dessert In an effort to solve this trial-by-purchase problem, the nail gurus at Sally Hansen are introducing a new app. At a … [Link]
Slashdot » AT&T Says Malware Secretly Unlocked Hundreds of Thousands of Phones
alphadogg writes: AT&T said three of its employees secretly installed software on its network so a cellphone unlocking service could surreptitiously funnel hundreds of thousands of requests to its servers to remove software locks on phones. The locks prevent phones from being used on competing networks and have been an important tool used by cellular carriers to prevent customers from … [Link]
Popular Science » Cerberus Turns Military Dogs Into Cyborgs
Dog In Cerberus Harness Visual Engineering Named for the mythical guardian of the underworld, the Cerberus camera system from Visual Engineering puts a second head on a military or police dog. On display at London’s Defence and Security Equipment International exhibition this week, Cerberus upgrades dogs of war into scouts and more. The harness-mounted camera includes a microphone, and can … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Building the Solar System to Scale [Video]
On a dry lakebed in Nevada, a group of friends build the first scale model of the solar system with complete planetary orbits: a true illustration of our place in the universe. A film by Wylie Overstreet and Alex Gorosh. [Wylie Overstreet | Via TA] The post Building the Solar System to Scale [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy … [Link]
Popular Science » Our Breakfast With Neil deGrasse Tyson
Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson poses for the cover of Popular Science Popular Science Following our September cover story featuring Neil deGrasse Tyson as our guide for “How To Be An Expert In Anything”, Popular Science sat down with Tyson for breakfast at the 21 Club in New York on Friday morning. Beforehand, we had asked all of you to share … [Link]
Mashable » Verizon is offering roaming cellphone service in Cuba
As diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Cuba are restored, opportunity for U.S. business increases. Verizon announced it would be the first U.S. cellular carrier to offer travelers roaming in service in Cuba, in a press release Thursday. Customers will be able to talk, text and use data through Verizon's International Pay-As-You-Go program. See also: Coming soon: Nonstop flights from Los … [Link]
Mashable » Miniature therapy horses are the cutest little heroes you'll ever see
Even if you're small, you can be a big hero. Just ask the miniature therapy horses from Gentle Carousel, which provide comfort to trauma victims and patients in assisted living facilities, hospitals and hospice care. See also: Someone took a horse onto a tram in Ireland because we live in a very strange world Owner Debbie Garcia-Bengochea told The Huffington Post … [Link]
Popular Science » Elio Motors Named a 2015 Top Automotive Startup
Elio Motors prototype takes on the snow Ever since Paul Elio founded Elio Motors in 2008, the company has popped up in the news a few times a year. Sometimes it’s to hail the startup’s three-wheeled vehicles as an innovative solution for urban transportation and sometimes to predict the fledgling company's imminent demise. But there's no demise in sight yet, … [Link]
Slashdot » Creator of Top iOS Ad Blocker Pulls App After Two Days
An anonymous reader writes: One of the most important aspects of the iOS 9 launch was that ad blocking software is now allowed on the App Store. Ad blocking apps rocketed to the top of the store's rankings, led by Marco Arment's Peace. A day afterward, Arment talked about the cognitive dissonance he felt from having his software blocking the … [Link]
Mashable » This is what a Twitter-inspired love song sounds like
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. The song’s new music video was filmed exclusively with Snapdragon-powered devices.It's amazing what six days can doStanding … [Link]
Mashable » Photo of Trump's notes reveals giant 'Tom Brady' talking point
The key to obtaining that crucial Tom Brady endorsement is reminding yourself to brag about it. See also: Donald Trump's face is a rainbow of emotion at this GOP debate That's apparently the strategy for reality TV star Donald J. Trump, who just so happens to be the Republican presidential frontrunner It was revealed in an Associated Press photograph of Trump's … [Link]
Popular Science » Even When Wrong The Computer Is Learning
Mislabeled Scene From Jurassic Park Screenshot by author, from YouTube Computers lack common sense. This isn’t a fault of theirs: The world of context and relations that humans learn from birth isn’t something innately grasped by computers, so when given simple cognitive tasks, they sometimes answer like toddlers eager to try out new words. Watch below, as a computer neural … [Link]
Mashable » Rugby star's emotional plea to bullies after teenager takes his life
Australian rugby union star Quade Cooper has posted an emotional tribute on Twitter for his young relative, Kopani McIroy. The 13-year-old boy took his own life this week in New Zealand after he was constantly bullied online, according to his famous family member. On social media, Cooper called for online bullying to stop and for those doing the bullying to be … [Link]
New Scientist – News » In so many words: Sister world makes us feel less alone
It is hard to find a good world to live on. A far-away sister world not too different from our home world could change the way we see us in the All-There-Is
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Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Apple e-Book Collusion Saga May Not Be Over
Apple says it wants to take its e-book pricing collusion case to the Supreme Court. A ruling there could fundamentally affect the way courts oversee alleged cartels in tech and beyond. With us having covered the case on several occasions, I’ll give just a short summary for anyone who missed it: Printed books are sold on a “traditional” model by … [Link]
Mashable » 16 iconic actors whose biggest roles got snubbed by the Emmys
Jon Hamm surely must have won an Emmy for Mad Men by now. Right? Apparently not, because we live in a cruel world — and one in which Hamm has repeatedly faced heady competition from Bryan Cranston in Breaking Bad. But at least Hamm is in good company; some of the most respected actors in TV have been nominated for multiple … [Link]
Mashable » A baby was saved from mom's womb in Syria after being hit by shrapnel
A mother and her baby who were both injured by shrapnel are doing fine after doctors conducted an emergency cesarean section on the mother. In a video posted on Friday by M-1 hospital in Aleppo, Syria, doctors are seen conducting emergency surgery on the woman who was wounded in the abdomen by shrapnel. The pregnant mother was admitted into for her … [Link]
Slashdot » JetBrains Reconsiders Subscription Licensing Changes
craigtp writes: On 3rd September, JetBrains, maker of IDEs and other productivity software, announced big changes to the way they sell and license their software. The changes were not well received by certain members of their user base. Within a few days, JetBrains announced that they were listening to the user feedback and that they would reconsider their changes. Today, … [Link]
Popular Science » Here’s What We Learned From The Ig Nobel Awards
How To Turn A Chicken Into A Dinsaur Figure from Grossi et al., PLOS One, February 2014 Just add a tail. Eggs can be un-boiled, at least partially. Mammals all pee for the same length of time. Every language has a word for “huh?” CEOs of risk-taking firms tend to have lived through—but didn’t suffer from—natural disasters. Police in Bangkok … [Link]
Slashdot » Technology Colonialism
jrepin sends an editorial from Anjuan Simmons on how tech companies are behaving more and more in a manner that evokes colonialism. Quoting: Technology companies are increasingly being treated like sovereign nations. A nation with sovereignty has a right to conduct its internal affairs without interference from other nations. … When technology companies are feted by foreign ministers and also … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » How to Make Sure Door to Door Solicitors Never Come Back to You Home [Video]
Yes, this is an ad, but it’s an hilarious one. It might be all staged, but I don’t really care, the idea is still awesome. [Via Youtube] The post How to Make Sure Door to Door Solicitors Never Come Back to You Home [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Kendall Jenner earns $4 million, joining the list of the world's highest-paid models for the first time
It might be time to start your modeling career. Keeping up with fast-moving Kendall Jenner might prove harder than staying up to date with the rest of her reality star family. The model has gained acceptance among fashion insiders as a bona-fide fashionista walking in runway shows for Givenchy, Diane von Furstenberg, Michael Kors, and Marc Jacobs to name a few. … [Link]
Mashable » 'Star Wars' film adorably recreates the childhood of a mysterious fan
For a certain generation, those of us who grew up in the 1970s and 1980s, there will never be anything like the innocent joy of playing with Star Wars figures in your back yard That's what this short film, called Summer '78, captures perfectly — an 11-year-old child outside an ordinary suburban home in the high heat of 1978, earnestly … [Link]
Mashable » The Thunder Power Sedan is a futuristic Tesla-fighter from Taiwan
Porsche and Audi weren't the only automakers to unveil Tesla-fighting EVs at the Frankfurt Auto Show this week. There was also a contender from Taiwan that made a surprise debut It's called the Thunder Power Sedan and it's Tawain's best take on a futuristic, luxury EV. See also: More electric cars are in Audi's future Although the car was created … [Link]
Mashable » Cool dad surprises son by transforming car into 'Lightning McQueen'
Single father Brett Winek's 3-year-old son Holden loves the Pixar movie Cars, and particularly loves the main "car-acter" Lightning McQueen “Just to give you an example, [Holden] watched Cars 2 yesterday — three times,” Brett told Yahoo Parenting. “McQueen is his favorite character, and he loves Mater, too. He has both of the characters in toy cars and mimics their sayings … [Link]
Slashdot » Volkswagen Ordered To Recall 500K Vehicles Over Its Own Malicious Programming
Etherwalk writes: The Obama Administration today ordered Volkswagen to recall 500,000 4-cylinder Volkswagen and Audi vehicles from model years 2009-15. The vehicles were programmed to turn on more thorough emissions control and generate cleaner readings when tested for emissions than they did when in ordinary operation. In effect, the software made everything operate normally when you looked at it, just … [Link]
Popular Science » iOS 9’s Best & Worst Hidden New Features
iOS 9 Best/Worst Features Apple Here's what you can and cannot look forward to in iOS 9 Apple’s iOS 9 has finally come to an iPhone near you. Available on the new iPhone 6S and 6S Plus and old models of iDevices going all the way back to the iPhone 4S and iPad 2, the updated software brings a long … [Link]
Mashable » Social Good Summit 2015: Connecting for a difference
The MasterCard® Center for Inclusive Growth will have a presence at Mashable’s sixth annual Social Good Summit Sept. 27-28 in New York City, and representatives from the organization want to hear your ideas about improving worldwide economic inclusion. Since its inception nearly two years ago, the Center has worked with governments, academic programs, non-profits and businesses to make the world … [Link]
New Scientist – News » The lies we tell are more convincing when we need to pee
Observers are less able to distinguish the truth from a falsehood when an interviewee has a full bladder
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New Scientist – News » Indonesia forced to act as wildfire haze chokes South-East Asia
Government cracks down on illegal slash-and-burn practices after an unprecedented number of forest fires raise air pollution to hazardous levels
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Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Clock is Ticking [Comic]
Since building your own clock could now be considered a suspicious activity, I wouldn’t be surprised to see something like this in the news in the near future. [Source: Chris Hallbeck – Maximumble | Like Maximumble on Facebook | Follow Maximumble on Twitter] The post The Clock is Ticking [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » John Legend and Chrissy Teigen's 'Ordinary People' lands pilot deal at ABC
John Legend and Chrissy Teigen's Ordinary People is one step closer to your small screen The show, loosely based on the couple's life together, has landed a put pilot deal at ABC, Deadline reports. (A put pilot deal is a strong indication that the network will pick up a series; basically, it's an agreement that the network will air the pilot … [Link]
Popular Science » Thunder Power Sedan Is Taiwan's Take On The Tesla Model S
Tesla Motors is currently the go-to machine for those looking to add electrified style and performance in their life. Other automakers have, of course, noticed and now more offerings are on their way. Porsche rolled out its Mission E electric sedan concept at this week's Frankfurt Auto Show, and Audi was there with its e-tron quattro concept electric crossover. Another … [Link]
Slashdot » Tracking a Bluetooth ATM Skimming Gang In Mexico
tsu doh nimh writes: Brian Krebs has an interesting and entertaining three-part series this week on how he spent his summer vacation: driving around the Cancun area looking for ATMs beaconing out Bluetooth signals indicating the machines are compromised by crooks. Turns out, he didn't have to look for: His own hotel had a hacked machine. Krebs said he first … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Zoologger: Octopus makes own quicksand to build burrow on seabed
Southern sand octopus is first cephalopod found to build underwater hideout by burrowing through quicksand and daubing the walls with mucus
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Mashable » The New York Jets want to sell you a $50 bagel sandwich
The bagel sandwich is a New York City staple, so it's no surprise that the New York Jets are bringing their own version to MetLife Stadium. What is surprising is the the massive 10-inch size of this enormous everything bagel and its $50 price tag. See also: 5 New York Jets players get really smart money advice for their post-NFL careers … [Link]
Mashable » Volkswagen accused of cheating emissions tests on nearly 500,000 cars
Automakers are under intense pressure to meet emissions regulations put in place by the world's governments. Volkswagen allegedly had a slightly different solution. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) accused Volkswagen of using software designed to sidestep emissions regulations in nearly 500,000 vehicles. See also: More electric cars are in Audi's future In total, 482,000 vehicles are being implicated, including the … [Link]
Mashable » Creator of the top iOS ad blocker feels guilt, pulls app
The developer of the wildly popular ad blocking app Peace is pulling it from the App Store after just two days because of his new misgivings about the thorough way it blocks ads The app rocketed to the number one spot of the App Store's top-downloaded list on Wednesday evening after Apple's iOS 9 update allowed content blocking in Safari for … [Link]
Mashable » Charlie the cat pukes rainbows while testing out the Snapchat update
Charlie the cat is a natural at Snapchat. He's a Snapcat, if you will In this video, Charlie expertly demonstrates the new Snapchat "Lenses" feature — in particular, the "rainbow mouth" option. With the help of the lens, the adorable cat barfs up a sparkly rainbow and blushes demurely Thanks for teaching us that Snapchat filters aren't just for humans, … [Link]
Mashable » House passes one-year ban on Planned Parenthood funding
A divided House voted Friday to block Planned Parenthood's federal funds for a year, as Republican leaders labored to keep GOP outrage over abortion from spiraling into an impasse with President Barack Obama that could shut down the government. The House used a nearly party-line 241-187 vote to clear the legislation, which stands little chance of enactment. Senate Democrats have enough … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Death Battle: Wolverine vs. Raiden [Video]
A cool fight between Wolverine of the X-Men and Raiden from Metal Gear Solid! Note: If want to skip the really long 11-minute intro before the fight, skip ahead to 11:24. [ScrewAttack!] The post Death Battle: Wolverine vs. Raiden [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » The Economics of Drug Sales On the Dark Web
HughPickens.com writes: Allison Schrager has an interesting article about howmarketplaces for contraband drugs have only existed for about four years on the dark web, but they've made inroads fast. About 10%-15% of drug users in the U.K., U.S., and Australia having bought drugs off the net. According to Schrager, these marketplaces look remarkably similar to normal online marketplaces. Users leave … [Link]
Mashable » Bringing the case for workers' rights home, literally
Ai-jen Poo is the director of the National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA). She oversees 48 affiliate organizations that advocate for millions of women who work as nannies, housekeepers and caregivers across the country. The majority are women who make less than $13 per hour and work for employers that do not offer health insurance, retirement benefits or Social Security payments. Read … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Open Source RAML Parsers for Various Languages Turn Up
Earlier this month, ProgrammableWeb published an article featuring several standalone RAML API mocking tools that have surfaced on GitHub. Open source RAML Parsers for various languages have also recently turned up on GitHub such as PHP RAML Parser, RamlParser, RAML Ruby, and Pyraml-Parser. These RAML parsers are in addition to the Java, JavaScript, and .Net parsers created by RAML sponsor … [Link]
Mashable » Rand Paul adviser says Marco Rubio staffer punched him in the face
A late-night gathering of Republican political operatives in Michigan appeared to turn violent on Thursday night when a staffer for Marco Rubio's campaign allegedly punched an adviser to Rand Paul in the face. See also: Republican candidates got the science on vaccines and autism (almost) totally wrong John Yob, the chief strategist of Paul's 2016 campaign in Michigan, made the allegations … [Link]
Mashable » There is a giant rugby ball embedded in the side of Cardiff Castle
LONDON — The Rugby World Cup is starting Friday, and someone in Wales got so excited they decided to plough an enormous rugby ball into the side of an historic castle. See also: 8 reasons rugby is infinitely more hardcore than American football Residents of the Welsh capital spotted the ball, which was sticking out of the side of Cardiff Castle, … [Link]
Mashable » Destiny's first exotic gear sale of 'The Taken King' era is all about armor
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 picked up from random loot drops, Xur has the goods for you. See also: Is it … [Link]
Mashable » Taylor Swift fan carves a corn maze for her. What have you done?
Taylor Swift loves autumn. She loves scarves and maple lattes. And she loves it when people honor her with 12 acre corn mazes Summers Farm in Frederick, Maryland dedicated its corn maze to the singer, etching the message "Dare to be different" above her on the earth See also: Who has more friends: Marnie the Dog or Taylor Swift? The maze … [Link]
Mashable » Gisele has been the world's richest supermodel for nearly a decade, but Kendall Jenner is coming up
Gisele Bundchen is rich Yes, she has her two children, her Super Bowl-champion husband and her physical beauty that make her "rich" in life, just generally. But she's also rich rich, like actually rich Bunchen — who is not even a model any more, having very publicly retired in April — is on track to make $44 million this year rich, … [Link]
Slashdot » Appeals Court Bans Features From Older Samsung Phones
walterbyrd writes with news that Apple has finally emerged victorious in a long-standing patent case against Samsung — though it's more of a moral victory than a practical one. Samsung is no longer allowed to sell some of its older phones unless the company disables features that infringe upon Apple patents. "The market impact will likely be limited, since the … [Link]
Popular Science » Dad Pulls Out Kid's Loose Tooth With Drone
Child About To Lose A Tooth Screenshot by author, from [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/w~ That string is attached to a drone. No, really. What you are about to see is a video of a father using a drone to remove a child’s tooth. Let me be very clear: this is not something Popular Science endorses or condones, as the combination of child, tooth, … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 10 Portal Facts You Probably Didn’t Know
Portal and Portal 2 are about as brilliant as puzzle games can get. And though the series has been loved by many, there are still a myriad of secrets and Easter eggs in that universe that many gamers don’t know about. Well if you don’t know, then now you know. [Gameranx] The post 10 Portal Facts You Probably Didn’t Know … [Link]
Mashable » 14 stunning pictures from the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2015
LONDON — There are some seriously talented British photographers out there. The winning 2015 pictures for the annual British Wildlife Photography Awards were announced earlier in the week, and it's fair to say that they're all pretty spectacular See also: Photographer Creates Twisted Fairytales With Real Wildlife The Awards are broken up into different categories — everything from "Animal Behaviour" to … [Link]
Popular Science » Video: Mishka The Asthmatic Otter Learns To Use An Inhaler
Video of Mishka learning to use inhaler Asthmatics around the world may now count otters among their ranks. The Seattle Aquarium has found the first case of asthma in a sea otter, a 1-year-old named Mishka. This means that for the first time, veterinarians are grappling with the question of how to put an otter and an inhaler together. Mishka’s … [Link]
Mashable » Refugees are pouring into Croatia, but they don't want to stay
ZAGREB, Croatia — Thousands of refugees who arrived at Croatia's border cities have been transferred to the capital. They hope their next stop is either Hungary or Slovenia, where they then want to embark on a journey to their final destination in Germany But those plans are starting to crumble as the countries refuse passage to refugees making the trek … [Link]
Mashable » These smushy-faced cats are totally mesmerized by the concept of bubbles
If you're looking for a video where something of enormous importance occurs, that is not this video. If you are, however, looking for a video that will made you coo in wonder at the cuteness of the universe, then this, my friend, is the video for you. Squishy cat brothers Seamus and Angus have just received their introduction to bubbles, … [Link]
Slashdot » Re-Analysis of Medical Study Reverses Conclusions — Paxil Unsafe For Teenagers
An anonymous reader writes: The NY Times is covering a new paper in the journal BMJ which re-analyzed data from a 2001 paper, coming to the opposite conclusions of the earlier study. The BMJ paper covers the effectiveness and safety of two antidepressant drugs for adolescent use, and the authors were able to re-analyze the original data after the release … [Link]
Mashable » TSA Pre-Check security lines won't accept commoners anymore
Well, it's good news for frequent fliers: TSA Pre-Check, the fast-pass line at airport security, will no longer accept passengers who randomly get bumped up from the regular screening process, meaning the Pre-Check lines should get shorter and faster. It’s bad news for regular travelers who loved those rare, unexpected, delightful upgrades at security. It's time to go back to taking … [Link]
Mashable » Lady Gaga's haunting new song 'Til It Happens To You' raises awareness about campus rape
Lady Gaga is using her singing powers for a good cause. The Grammy winner has released a new song titled "Til It Happens To You," made for the college campus rape documentary The Hunting Ground. The song is coupled with a haunting video, written and directed by Catherine Hardwicke, that highlights the brutal reality of sexual assault. Actresses Nikki Reed … [Link]
Mashable » Forget that Muslim thing: 1% of Americans think Barack Obama is Jewish
As Friday's news cycle has made abundantly clear, there are still a handful of Americans out there who think Barack Obama is a secret Muslim. But did you know a smaller handful, perhaps just a pinch, think he's Jewish? See also: Donald Trump fails to correct man who called Obama a Muslim Donald Trump is under fire after a man at … [Link]
Mashable » Report: Apple met with California DMV to discuss self-driving cars
Apple’s rumored project to build a self-driving car may be gaining speed. According to documents obtained by The Guardian, one of Apple's senior legal counsel, Mike Maletic, had an hour-long meeting with prominent self-driving car policymakers at the California DMV, as detailed in a Friday report. Apple is rumored to be developing a self-driving car under the codename Project Titan and … [Link]
Popular Science » Weird Highlights From 25 Years Of Ig Nobel Prizes [Interactive]
This year's Ig Nobels will take place on September 17. For the 20th year running, the ceremony will be webcast if you care to watch the silliness remotely. Awardees share their work onstage, interspersed with a new science-themed opera every year. This article was originally published in the September 2015 issue of Popular Science, under the title “The Less-Noble Nobels.” … [Link]
Mashable » Cool teen looks exactly like Mr. Bean
Mr. Bean's expressive face is one of our great treasures — and as it turns out, the universe has been blessed twice The next generation has its very own Rowan Atkinson doppelgänger. No, not just some rando with a turkey on his head — this is the real deal See also: Doug the Pug channels his inner Taylor Swift 
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Geeks are Sexy Technology News » A Fallout Timeout [Comic]
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Mashable » Plenty of Scots are #StillYes a year after the referendum
LONDON — On the year anniversary of Scotland's independence referendum, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said David Cameron was "living on borrowed time" for keeping Scotland in the UK and independence supporters said on Twitter they were #StillYes. See also: England still doesn’t get what the election in Scotland was really about The referendum saw Scotland vote 55% to 45% to stay … [Link]
Mashable » America's Catholic population isn't as big as you might think
The United States is home to around 75 million Catholics, and while that number marks it as having one of the largest Catholic populations in the world, it only accounts for about 24% of America's population That means Catholics in America make up a much smaller share of the country's total population than Catholics do in many nations throughout South America, … [Link]
Slashdot » 2015 Ig Nobel Prizes Honor Bee Stings, Elephant Urination
sciencehabit writes: The Ig Nobel prizes award research that 'makes people laugh, and then think', and this year was no exception. At a ceremony at Harvard University Thursday night, awards were given for a variety of wacky science papers. Among the winners, a scientist who repeatedly had himself stung by bees to figure out the most painful place in the … [Link]
Mashable » The White House accidentally sent a baby a 'Happy 101st birthday' card
Benjamin Shosted hasn't even turned a year old and he's already communicating with world leaders at the level of a 101-year-old. The Shosted family of Utah was more than surprised when they received a letter from the White House wishing their baby son a happy 101st birthday. See also: 21 DIY ideas for the ultimate birthday party The card includes the … [Link]
Mashable » Michelle Obama is coming to Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show'
Michelle Obama will grace Stephen Colbert's Late Show with her presence on Sept. 28. “It's always an honor to have the First Lady,” Colbert says in a statement. “Better than that, it's always fun!” The First Lady will focus on "Let Girls Learn," an initiative meant to help over 62 million girls around the world get an education, and "Reach Higher," … [Link]
Mashable » Jimmy Fallon plays trivia for puppies with Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting
Not enough fluffiness in your late night? Jimmy Fallon and gang have your back — the puppies have returned. Last night on the The Tonight Show, Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting came in to chat and, as is tradition, play some games. Jimmy and the The Big Bang Theory star dove into a rendition of Jeopardy! with an added bonus: baby golden retrievers. … [Link]
Slashdot » Bitcoin Is Officially a Commodity
Taco Cowboy writes: According to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Bitcoin and other all virtual currencies have been officially categorized as commodities, just like crude oil or wheat. The CFTC on Thursday announced it had filed and settled charges against a Bitcoin exchange for facilitating the trading of option contracts on its platform. By this action, the CFTC asserts … [Link]
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Slashdot » Microsoft Has Built a Linux Distro
jbernardo writes: Microsoft has built a Linux distro, and is using it for their Azure data centers. From their blog post: "It is a cross-platform modular operating system for data center networking built on Linux." Apparently, the existing SDN (Software Defined Network) implementations didn't fit Microsoft's plans for the ACS (Azure Cloud Switch), so they decided to roll their own … [Link]
Mashable » The refugees who made it to Germany
Thousands of migrants and refugees from the Middle East and North Africa are pouring into Europe — some fleeing brutal wars, others running from poverty. For many, the goal is Germany.The country said it will take in 800,000 asylum applicants this year, and refugees have been welcomed there, some even arriving to applause as they crossed the border. But even Germany has limits. … [Link]
Mashable » Get to know one of the new heroes of 'Heroes Reborn'
It’s only a matter of days until we all get a proper introduction to the new faces of Heroes Reborn — but until then, Robbie Kay wants to help you get to know Tommy, a high schooler who has the ability to pull the ultimate disappearing act In the video below, which you're seeing first on Mashable, Kay talks about his … [Link]
Popular Science » 3D Printed ‘Scaffolds’ May Help Damaged Nerves Grow Back
Scans of the 3D printed nerve scaffolds Courtesy Michael McAlpine, University of Minnesota After a traumatic injury like a car crash or a severe bacterial infection, patients can often suffer from painful and sometimes even paralyzing nerve damage. This damage is long lasting, because nerves regenerate slowly, if at all. Now a team of researchers has devised a way to … [Link]
Mashable » Rejoice, for Beyoncé has blessed us with a new song
Well, sort of. "Runnin' (Lose It All)" isn't a solo Beyoncé track. It's technically a new Naughty Boy single — a ballad that does, however, feature Bey, making it the first new piece of music Queen Bey has released in almost a full year. (Also featured: Arrow Benjamin, who takes the song's second verse.) The track is accompanied by a … [Link]
Slashdot » Investigation Finds Exxon Ignored Its Own Early Climate Change Warnings
New submitter jrmcferren writes: PBS Reports the Exxon ignored their own internal climate change warnings. Newly discovered documents show that the corporation's own research scientists warned top executives that atmospheric CO2 was increasing and that the burning of fossil fuels was to blame as early as 1977. The report goes on to say: "In 1978, the Exxon researchers warned that … [Link]
Mashable » Stephen Colbert makes his own GOOP-esque lifestyle brand
Being a celebrity isn't just about acting, or singing, or entertaining anymore. It's about becoming a large corporation. A la Gwyneth Paltrow, Blake Lively and everyone in the Kardashian family before him, Stephen Colbert knows that to be competitive in this industry, he'll have to get on board with the trend of becoming more of a brand than a person. … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Build better machine learning models
Everything today is being quantified, measured, and tracked — everything is generating data, and data is powerful. Businesses are using data in a variety of ways to improve customer satisfaction. For instance, data scientists are building machine learning models to … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Citizen scientists catch cloud of comets orbiting distant star
A bizarre signal from NASA's planet-hunting Kepler telescope showed up in a citizen science project called Planet Hunters, and may be caused by dust from a comet storm
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New Scientist – News » Face analysis can tell what you’ll buy after watching ads
The system made by Affectiva, a start-up in Waltham, Massachusetts, can pick up on hidden emotions just by monitoring the movements of someone's face
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Mashable » Nature is just showing off at these colorfully surreal destinations
No matter how many awe-inspiring structures we humans build, our abilities will never match what nature can create. This world has everything from shockingly pink lakes, rusty zig-zagged mountains and surreal purple aquatic life. These are some of the most colorful, surreal and straight up unbelievable natural wonders of the world — a.k.a. proof that Mother Nature is actually the greatest … [Link]
Mashable » James Corden joined the Oakland Raiders for a day
"Host of the Late Late Show" isn't exactly the type of experience built to impress an NFL scout — especially if you're a host who's never watched an NFL game. Yet here's James Corden, getting some professional reps in as a kicker for the Oakland Raiders. The host and comedian spent some time tailgating with fans and practicing his field … [Link]
Slashdot » Heartbleed OpenSSL Flaw Still Affects 200,000 Devices
Mickeycaskill writes: Despite the rush by vendors and software developers to issue fixes for the notorious Heartbleed OpenSSL flaw, 200,000 connected devices have still not been patched — eighteen months after discovery. Figures from Internet of Things (IoT) search engine provider Shodan show not all admins have been quick to fix their systems, while some security experts suggest the world … [Link]
Mashable » Jimmy Kimmel audience members model intense New York Fashion Week designs
It's no surprise that a number of designs that debuted at New York Fashion Week might look a bit ridiculous on people who aren't professional models. Jimmy Kimmel knows that, and mined the idea for comedy gold Kimmel's wardrobe department recreated eccentric looks from NYFW and put them on a random selection of audience members. To be honest, some of … [Link]
Mashable » Men proclaim their support for abortion rights on Twitter
When men share their views on abortion, they are usually politicians arguing for or against abortion rights This week the hashtag #MenForChoice flooded Twitter with a different perspective: average men who support the right of their daughters, sisters, mothers, friends and partners to have an abortion See also: Your right to an abortion may depend on your zip code The hashtag … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazon Deal of the Day: 50% Off Ooma Telo Free Home Phone Service with Wireless and Bluetooth Adapter – $89.99 + FREE Shipping
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, Amazon has the excellently reviewed Ooma Telo Free Home Phone Service with Wireless and Bluetooth Adapter for just $89.99 plus free shipping. That’s 50% off on the service’s regular list price of 179.99. Crystal clear nationwide calling for free and low international rates. Pay only monthly applicable taxes and fees. Includes Ooma … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 10 Compulsive Gaming Habits You Always REGRET
We all have gaming habits. Little rituals and things, but I bet most of us are not even aware we do these. I know I’m guilty of most of these, how about you? (Gameranx) The post 10 Compulsive Gaming Habits You Always REGRET appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Someone took a horse onto a tram in Ireland because we live in a very strange world
LONDON — Horses are unfairly expected to gallop and trot around everywhere just because they have four legs and a reputation for speed, but what if every now and then they just fancy taking a break? See also: Impossibly tiny horse chases owner, demands to be petted Well, that was clearly the intention of the horse seen casually riding the Luas … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » That Moment When Gaming Breaks the Fourth Wall and Hurts Your Feelings
WELL, I, UM, BET YOU DON’T HAVE AN N.P.C, A.I CONTROLLED FRIENDS OR WHATEVER! *Hits power and runs off crying at how deeply those words cut. God gaming, I love you. But sometimes you really hurt me. (Imgur) The post That Moment When Gaming Breaks the Fourth Wall and Hurts Your Feelings appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. … [Link]
Mashable » Ford's new smartwatch apps unlock your doors from your wrist
If you own a Ford hybrid, the car company just gave you a new reason to consider getting a smartwatch. Ford rolled out two new smartwatch apps Wednesday for the Android Wear and the Apple Watch. The apps allow users to unlock their doors, check their mileage and battery stats and find directions to where they parked See also: LAPD bets … [Link]
Mashable » The first 3D-printed 'supermodel' is wearing your next outfit
Photographers Santiago & Mauricio have created 20-inch 3D-printed dolls based off real-life model Lindsey Wixson. This doll was styled in clothing based directly on the Fall/Winter 2015 collections of designers like Prada, Miu Miu, Marc Jacobs and Saint Laurent See also: 3D-printed clothing collection took student 2,000 hours to produce 
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Mashable » Downloadable language cards help you communicate with refugees
LONDON — A U.S. company has created downloadable language cards to assist people helping refugees. See also: Inside the sprawling refugee camp on Britain's border The "refugee communication boards," designed by communication company Tobii Dynavox, can be downloaded in PDF format and printed out directly from the company's website. The boards are currently available in six different languages on the Tobii … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 18 September 2015
The Wild Wild East (The Economist) — Fung Retailing Limited, a related firm, has over 3,000 outlets, a third of them in China. Victor Fung, its honorary chairman, sees the era of mass production giving way to one of mass … [Link]
Slashdot » Inside the Pluto Public Relations Machine
An anonymous reader writes: They knew it was going to be huge, but even the communications team — which had spent months planning for the event — was surprised by the magical atmosphere and worldwide excitement surrounding NASA's New Horizons Pluto flyby. The communication needs were monumental and required good planning, a ton of teamwork and attention to detail. This … [Link]
Mashable » 6 powerful pieces from the Ai Weiwei exhibit in London
Ai Weiwei has been censored, beaten up, imprisoned and trapped in bureaucratic limbo Yet the Chinese dissident artist still manages to keep up a cheeky middle finger at the authorities and continue with his art and activism. See also: China returns passport to artist Ai WeiWei after 4-year travel ban This spirit is on show at his exhibition at the Royal … [Link]
Mashable » iOS 9: Our initial thoughts after the rocky start
iOS 9's arrival was far from smooth, but there were many exciting features to unpack. See also: iOS 9 review: A need for speed, and Maps that actually work We break down everything you need to know about iOS 9 on the latest episode of MashTalk. Plus, we discuss the possible implications of a Facebook Dislike button and marvel in … [Link]
Mashable » Indonesia arrests 7 from companies blamed for haze blanketing Southeast Asia
SINGAPORE — In its fight against the haze that has blanketed the Southeast Asian region, Indonesia has arrested seven executives from companies accused of being behind forest fires in Sumatra and Kalimantan. The smog is coming from agricultural fires that farmers have created because many in Indonesia still employ the illegal slash-and-burn method of clearing vegetation. Many of the plantations grow … [Link]
Mashable » The inside of a WWI submarine was creepy and claustrophobic
Control room looking aft, starboard side. The manhole to the periscope well and various valve wheels for flooding and blowing are visible.Image: Tyne & Wear Archives & MuseumsThroughout World War I, Germany used its fleet of 351 unterseeboote (colloquially called U-boats in English) to wage submarine warfare against Allied ships.Facing an overwhelming naval blockade by the British, the Germans responded on Feb. … [Link]
Mashable » 5 reasons London Fashion Week is for those truly in the know
LONDON — Fashion month is well underway and heading across the pond from New York City to London See also: Kanye West's theatrical fashion show was a sea of military neutrals Running from Sept. 18 – 22, London Fashion Week will take over the British capital for five days with style and substance, bringing with it the hottest new trends for … [Link]
Mashable » British groom pranks shocked bride with the ultimate wedding day cake drop
Having your wedding cake dropped in the middle of a crowded dining room would be most couples' worst nightmare — but the fumbling waiters in the clip above are not all that they seem. See also: Bride and groom (and 250 guests) shoot a baller wedding music video Sneaky groom Joe decided to pull a prank on his bride Laura … [Link]
Mashable » 'Doctor Who' preview: Season 9 kicks off with an epic history lesson
Doctor Who has a history. It’s long, it’s glorious, it’s full of drama and deep characters, and it’s on full display in the two-part premiere of season 9. The Doctor’s been adventuring for a long time — more than half a century in “real” time and thousands of years in the show — and the decisions he’s made and the enemies … [Link]
Mashable » Croatia shuts border after more than 13,000 refugees enter the country
ZAGREB, Croatia — Croatia has closed its border crossings with Serbia after more than 13,000 refugees entered the country, Croatian Television reported Friday. The refugees started entering the country from Serbia on Wednesday, after Hungary sealed its border with Serbia with a barbed-wire fence The bulk of the refugees — some 6,000 to 8,000 — ended up in the city of … [Link]
Mashable » The one-way tickets to new life in Europe
Editor’s note: Few will speak on camera because they fear reprisals on families they or loved ones still in Syria. All names here have been changed. Halla is sleeping the sleep that only babies can, regally splayed on the table in the stinking, overcrowded ferry. Her parents sit awake, but have their dreams every bit as much as Halla does. Her … [Link]
Mashable » You'll want to put a ring on this vintage 'Single Ladies' cover
Postmodern Jukebox strikes again, this time with an anthem for all the single ladies The rotating cast of musicians, known worldwide for their one-shot, one-take pop covers with a twist, have covered everything from Taylor Swift to Celine Dion, but this time they're trying to appeal to the BeyHive. We think they'll be impressed with this vintage, Chicago-style cover of … [Link]
Mashable » This hilarious book combines pictures of adorable cats and shirtless hunks
LONDON – This one might seem like a bit of an odd combination, but when you remember just how much the internet enjoys both pictures of shirtless men and pictures of cute cats, the whole thing makes a lot more sense. Men & Cats started out as a French Tumblr — Des Hommes et des Chatons, created by Alice Chaygneaud and … [Link]
Mashable » Google Earth plug-in lets real estate junkies check out years of Sydney house prices
Real estate is already an unhealthy obsession in Sydney, and now the state government is throwing fuel on the flames. On Friday, NSW Minister for Finance, Services and Property, Dominic Perrottet, announced that 14 years worth of New South Wales property sales data would be accessible for free on a digital mapping service called NSW Globe. In all seriousness — the … [Link]
Slashdot » Wasps Have Injected New Genes Into Butterflies
sciencehabit writes: If you're a caterpillar, you do not want to meet a parasitic wasp. The winged insect will inject you full of eggs, which will grow inside your body, develop into larvae, and hatch from your corpse. But a new study reveals that wasps have given caterpillars something beneficial during these attacks as well: pieces of viral DNA that … [Link]
Mashable » These pregnancy cravings will make your stomach turn
While slices of fresh watermelon spread with a thick layer of butter might sound disgusting to you, to at least one pregnant woman, it was the picture of a the perfect snack. This is the premise of Eating for Two: The Pregnancy Cravings Cookbook, a blog of beautifully photographed unusual pregnancy cravings and the recipes that accompany them See also: 'Mom … [Link]
Mashable » Restoration Hardware releases teen home decor which, ironically, no teen could afford
Teenagers are not known for their expensive tastes. Yet there is, somehow, a new luxury home furnishings brand aimed directly at high schoolers and college students Restoration Hardware, in an eager attempt to connect with America's youth, has unveiled a new furniture and home decor line called "RH Teen," which features youthful design concepts such as butterfly chairs, bean bags and … [Link]
Mashable » The Pope is popular (almost) everywhere in the world
Pope Francis has favorability ratings that any politician globally would fantasize about Ahead of his September trip to the United States, however, the Pope's popularity in America has apparently dropped. See also: 7 times Pope Francis' statements turned heads He's still undeniably popular — 66% of Americans find him favorable, compared with just 14% who do not, according to a Quinnipiac … [Link]
Mashable » Michael Fassbender is a horrible father in the new 'Steve Jobs' trailer
While the previous trailer for Steve Jobs focused on his so-called genius, the latest makes it clear director Danny Boyle's film won't be shying away from some of the less glorious facets of the Apple founder's life. "Your Apple stock is worth $441 million, and your daughter and her mother are on welfare," actress Katherine Waterston as Chrisann Brennan tells … [Link]
Mashable » BBC to launch streaming service for U.S. — but some big-time British faves won't be there
The BBC is looking to launch a streaming service for U.S. and Canadian viewers next year, but there are no plans for that service to host content currently available in either country through other distributors, Mashable has been told Meaning, your Sherlock will still come from PBS and your Doctor Who will still be on BBC America, U.S fans. See also: … [Link]
Slashdot » NFL Commentators Still Calling Microsoft's Surface Tablets "iPads"
AmiMoJo writes: Back in 2013, Microsoft inked a $400 million deal with the NFL to promote the Surface. Unfortunately for Microsoft, commentators and even players couldn't help themselves from referring to the tablets as iPads. Last year, announcers referred to the Surface as an "iPad-like tablet,", while Chicago Bears quarterback called them "knockoff iPads". It happened on more than one … [Link]
Mashable » Friend of accused Charleston church shooter arrested
Joey Meek, 21, a friend of the alleged Charleston church shooter, was arrested Thursday, more than a month after authorities told him he was under federal investigation for lying to them and failing to report a crime, an official close to the probe said. See also: What we know about Dylann Roof, the Charleston shooting suspect While the Associated Press was … [Link]
Mashable » Australian scientist wins Ig Nobel for essentially un-boiling an egg
Not quite as famous as its serious Swedish cousin, the Ig Nobel honours scientific achievements that make people "laugh, and then think". An Australian scientist, Flinders University Chemistry Professor Colin Raston, along with his team, have just won the Ig Nobel chemistry prize for partially un-boiling an egg. See also: Paging Harry Potter: Scientists create first super-thin invisibility cloak They achieved … [Link]
Slashdot » Forget Hashtag Activism: a Millennial's Guide To Nuclear Weapons Realism
Lasrick writes: Matthew Costlow is frustrated with his generation's tendency of "hashtag activism" and would like Millennials 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 » Naughty sitter rented out couple's home on Airbnb during Burning Man
Hiring someone to watch your home while you're away can be risky. This San Francisco couple learned that the hard way The couple may have to invest in new sheets after the so-called professional they hired as a housesitter rented out their apartment on Airbnb See also: Guy rents roommate's bed out to drunken strangers on Airbnb What makes the incident … [Link]
Slashdot » Making Liquid Fuels From Sun and Air
GregLaden writes: There is promising research on converting atmospheric CO2 and water, using sunlight as a source of energy, into burnable liquid fuels. This is not a carbon capture technique because the CO2 ultimately returns to the atmosphere after burning the fuel, but it could allow the production of enough liquid fuel to allow the rest of the motorized economy … [Link]
Mashable » Donate sperm, get an iPhone 6S, Chinese marketers boast
Faced with a shortage of sperm donors, Chinese sperm banks have a new marketing ploy: They're advertising iPhones in exchange for donations. Well, sort of. The going rate for donations seems to hover between 5,000 yuan (US$785.68) and 6,000 yuan (US$942.82), which is enough to cover the US$649 needed for a 16GB iPhone 6S when it comes out. See also: Why … [Link]
Mashable » Jimmy Carter grabs his wife for a big smooch on 'Kiss Cam' at Braves game
Jimmy Carter scored a smooch from his wife when the Kiss Cam at Thursday night's Blue Jays-Braves game singled the couple out The former president smiled before locking lips with his wife, Rosalynn, as the crowd cheered in the Atlanta stadium. See also: Cleveland Indians fan is devastated when he sets off fireworks for the wrong team Your browser does not … [Link]
Mashable » Fox gets Republican fireworks but CNN gets candidates to reveal themselves in debate
Two debates on two networks resulted in two very different experiences CNN's moderators took a far more hands-off approach, speaking about half as much as the Fox News moderators, according to an analysis from Dr. Eric Ostermeier of the University of Minnesota Despite being twice as long, the CNN moderators actually spoke for less total time than their Fox News counterparts … [Link]
Mashable » Ad-blockers rule the top of Apple download charts
The people have spoken: mobile ads suck On Thursday, apps to block advertising were numbers 1, 3 and 6 on the most downloaded list kept by Apple. The surge came the day after Apple's iOS9 update made it possible for iPhone users to enable them with the Safari browser for the first time. Newly released apps like Peace, Crystal and Purify … [Link]
Mashable » Chinese company to help build high-speed train between LA and Vegas
China Railway International USA and XpressWest have agreed to build a high-speed train line connecting Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Scheduled to begin construction as early as September 2016, the $100 million initial investment is one of the first planned high-speed trains in the southwest U.S. See also: Google Street View takes you inside Japan's newest high-speed rail "With the environmental … [Link]
Mashable » Koala joey's video is 100% better than your baby video
Your parents probably recorded every moment of your babyhood — every yawn, hiccup and squishy facial expression — but any captured cuteness definitely pales in comparison to Imogen's home video. Imogen, a koala joey, has been hand-raised by Kylie Elliott and Matt Radnidge of Symbio Wildlife Park, a zoo south of Sydney, the Illawarra Mercury reported. They adopted Imogen after … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT 2191: Block that content!
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Mashable » Donald Trump lets an anti-Muslim question stand at latest town hall
It's been less than 24 hours since Donald Trump maneuvered attacks from all sides at the most recent GOP debate but things didn't get any easier for the candidate as he fielded questions at a New Hampshire town hall The first question came from a man who declared: "We have a problem in this country, it's called Muslims. We know … [Link]
Slashdot » Twitter's Tech Lead On Making Software Engineers More Efficient
Tekla Perry writes: "Engineering productivity is hard to measure," said Peter Seibel, the tech lead of Twitter's engineering effectiveness group. "But we certainly can harm it." Seibel spoke this week at the @Scale conference in San Jose, hosted by Facebook. He says in large companies one third of software engineers shouldn't be working on the company's products, but should be … [Link]
Mashable » 'Taken' is being made into a TV prequel for NBC
Liam Neeson's action trilogy Taken is coming to NBC in the form of a television prequel Mashable has confirmed that the network has put in a straight-to-series order for the show, based on the 2008 movie and subsequent sequels, which have grossed more than $928 million worldwide See also: Sorry, dad, there's not going to be a 'Coach' revival after all … [Link]
Mashable » Cate Blanchett's plea for the world to help Syrian refugees
Australian actress Cate Blanchett has put her face to the cause of refugees. Blanchett, who visited a Syrian refugee camp in Lebanon in June, called for the world to do more for those fleeing the years-long civil war See also: Here's how you can help during the refugee crisis in Europe The mother of four detailed her meeting with a … [Link]
Mashable » 7 of the best concepts from the Frankfurt Auto Show
The 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show just wrapped up and along with the all-new production cars that made their global debut in Germany, there were a handful of noteworthy concepts cars as well. While certainly disparate, there were some common threads: electric powertrains and light weight construction Without further adieu, in no particular order, here are the best concept cars from the … [Link]
Mashable » David Letterman heads to India for National Geographic climate change series
After three decades on late night television, David Letterman is tackling a brand new job: globe-trotting climate change correspondent. The comedian and former Late Show host has joined the cast of Years of Living Dangerously, the Emmy-winning series covering the serious impacts of climate change all over the world The series' first season previously aired on Showtime, but it will now … [Link]
Mashable » Carly Fiorina is going after her true rival, and it's not Donald Trump
Forget Donald Trump Carly Fiorina knows exactly who her opponent in this presidential primary is, and it's not the billionaire developer or any of the other candidates who appeared at Wednesday's primetime debate See also: The Republican presidential field's tricky Carly Fiorina problem Her true rival is Hillary Clinton. She attacked the Democratic frontrunner aggressively during the debate, with arguably much … [Link]
Slashdot » Bitcoin Trader Agrees To Work For Police In Plea Agreement
An anonymous reader writes: Florida Bitcoin trader Pascal Reid, who was arrested in a February 2014 sting operation as part of his plea agreement, promised to carry out 20 sessions of law enforcement training in Bitcoin as well as serve as a consultant in criminal cases involving Bitcoin. This is in addition to 90 days in jail with credit for … [Link]
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