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 » Netflix changes sexist 'Pocahontas' summary after online backlash
Sorry Netflix, Pocahontas yearns for no man Adrienne Keene, author of the blog Native Appropriations, realized in late August that the Netflix summary for the 1995 hit Disney film Pocahontas had a curious, and mostly sexist, connotation See also: An artist drew Disney princesses with menstrual blood stains to fight period shaming Apparently Pocahontas is on @netflix now. Can we talk … [Link]
Slashdot » Symantec Subsidiary Thawte Issues Rogue Google Certificates
New submitter jack_babylon writes: On September 14th, Symantec's subsidiary certificate authority Thawte accidentally released a "small number" of " "inappropriately issued" security certificates, apparently intended for internal testing only. However, the fact that these were logged in the wild by Google (and, apparently, DigiCert) seems to indicate that they escaped the lab, at least far enough for a false google.com … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Blackalicious’ The Blowup + Fantastic Mr. Fox = The Perfect Music Video
Youtuber “Animal Robot” took some footage of Wes Anderson’s Fantastic Mr. Fox and combined it with Blackalicious’ “The Blowup” to create one of the most coolest fan-created music video ever. [AnimalRobot] The post Blackalicious’ The Blowup + Fantastic Mr. Fox = The Perfect Music Video appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The Batsuit in Sunlight [Comic]
[Source: Text from Superheroes] The post The Batsuit in Sunlight [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » This Fallout 4 Cosplay is Hilarious and Awesome [Pic]
After seeing one of the Fallout 4 gameplay trailer that was released this summer (watch below,) a cosplayer decided to recreate one of the costumes he saw in the footage. The only thing missing from the outfit is the pocket kerchief! [Via Reddit | FG] The post This Fallout 4 Cosplay is Hilarious and Awesome [Pic] appeared first on Geeks … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Is Sonic’s Dr. Robotnik/Eggman a Feminist?
If it says so in the game manual, it must be true! [Via CB] The post Is Sonic’s Dr. Robotnik/Eggman a Feminist? appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Story of My Life [Comic]
[Source: Chris Hallbeck – Maximumble | Like Maximumble on Facebook | Follow Maximumble on Twitter] The post Story of My Life [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Top 10 Fictional Video Games In Movies
I vividly recall watching the movie Her and wanting desperately to play the video game that Joaquín Phoenix was working on. It looked so immersive and cool, and unlike most fake video games represented in movies, didn’t look to involve the mass killing of anything. This list understands that urge I had to play games that didn’t exist, and made … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Blockchain Could Be Used By Traditional Banks
Nine major banks are working together to experiment with using the technology behind cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin. The idea is more about making financial transaction records more efficient and reliable than creating or using a new currency. The project, which follows consultations of more than a year, is exploring the blockchain technology which underpins cryptocurrencies. In very simple terms, a … [Link]
Mashable » This Birkenstock-Croc hybrid will haunt you at your next music festival
LONDON — Hunter Boots — father of the rubber wellington boot — birthed a new love child on Saturday. Though we're not quite sure who Hunter Boots mingled with, we narrowed it down to either the Croc or Birkenstock The new shoe made its debut on the brand's spring/summer 2016 runway, held at London Fashion Week, where a stream of models … [Link]
Mashable » Kylie Jenner reportedly attacked by fan at Chris Brown concert
Kylie Jenner was reportedly attacked by a fan outside a concert in Anaheim, California, Friday night The reality star was leaving a Chris Brown concert when the fan grabbed her hair and pulled, snapping Jenner's head back, TMZ reports See also: Kylie Jenner wants you to share how you learned to rise above bullying Jenner — who was there to watch … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft and Others Mean Stiff Competition For Apple iPad Pro
MojoKid writes: When Microsoft first announced the Surface Pro back in 2012, many Apple fans snickered. Here was Microsoft, releasing a somewhat thick and heavy tablet that not only had a kickstand, but also an odd cover that doubled as a keyboard. And to top things off, the device made use of a stylus. Steve Jobs famously said in 2010, … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Comparing Four Machine Learning APIs Performance
Machine learning is becoming more accessible as the technology advances and companies release more machine learning APIs. In a recent blog post, Louis Dorard decided to compare some of the bigger names in machine learning (ML) with a few lesser-known APIs.
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Mashable » Nostalgia bomb: Demi Lovato sings 'Jumper' with Third Eye Blind singer
LAS VEGAS — No truer words were sung this weekend than those by Demi Lovato when she covered Third Eye Blind's '90s hit "Jumper": "Everyone's got to face down the demons." Lovato, who has battled bipolar depression and an eating disorder, performed the 1998 classic with Third Eye Blind's Stephan Jenkins at the iHeartRadio Music Festival See also: Kanye reignites … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Why Are There Dangerous Ingredients In Vaccines?
The folks from Minute Earth take a look at why there are potentially dangerous ingredients in vaccines such as adjuvants (aluminum hydroxide, paraffin oil, etc…) or formaldehyde. [MinuteEarth] The post Why Are There Dangerous Ingredients In Vaccines? appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The New TV [Pic]
[Via Memebase] The post The New TV [Pic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » Google Releases Open Source Plans For Cardboard V2 Virtual Reality Viewer
An anonymous reader writes: After revealing an improved version of Cardboard, the super-low cost virtual reality smartphone adapter, Google has now also freely released the detailed design documents, encouraging people to use them for projects ranging from DIY fun to full blown manufacturing. The v2 version of Cardboard is easier to assemble, has larger lenses, a universal input button, and … [Link]
Mashable » Pope Francis is now in Cuba ahead of his trip to the United States
Pope Francis began a 10-day trip to Cuba and the United States on Saturday, embarking on his first trip to the onetime Cold War foes after serving as secret mediator of their historic rapprochement. He will be offering a show of solidarity with Cubans and delivering the message in the United States that Hispanics are the bedrock of the church there. … [Link]
Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: What To Do About Android Malware?
An anonymous reader writes: What's your approach to detecting and dealing with Android malware? I have a fairly new, fairly fancy phone running Android Lollipop, the recently degraded performance of which leads me to believe that it's infected with malware. That, and a friend who noticed a lot of strange activity coming from my phone's IP — sorry, I don't … [Link]
Mashable » What can all developers do with 3D Touch?
In this Ask A Dev, iOS architect Kevin Harwood peels back the layers of 3D Touch to tell developers what they can do with this cool new iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus feature. Harwood highlights four of the most beneficial uses for 3D Touch: quick action support, Peek and Pop previews, custom gestures, and enhanced web viewing. To learn … [Link]
Mashable » Priest re-creates Vatican using half a million Legos
A Lego version of the Vatican is now on display at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia thanks to one ambitious priest. Rev. Bob Simon spent about 10 months and half a million Lego bricks constructing the incredible re-creation. He even included a miniature version of himself. Read more…More about Legos, Us World, Politics, Us, and Videos [Link]
Slashdot » A Call To RICO Climate Change Science Deniers
GregLaden writes: The argument could be made that the organized effort to disrupt climate change science and the development of effective policies to address climate change is criminal, costing life and property. The effort is known to be generally funded by various actors and there are people and organizations that certainly make money on this seemingly nefarious activity. A group … [Link]
Mashable » J.K. Rowling celebrates Hermione Granger's birthday with sweet tweet
Our favorite Muggle-born badass wizard turns 36 on Saturday J.K. Rowling tweeted a message to Hermione Granger, reminding fans that Sept. 19 is the bookworm's birthday. The Harry Potter author even admitted to missing the character. See also: 24 times J.K. Rowling was a total badass on Twitter Happy Birthday Hermione Jean Granger. I miss writing you! — J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Zombie Flamingos: Because Regular Lawn Flamingos are Just Boring
From Thinkgeek: The company that manufactures these shared their origin story: We were stocking our warehouse when one of our original Featherstone pink flamingos was bit by a sickly warehouse pigeon. These red-eyed, black-feathered flamingos with fangs which resulted are ready to haunt your yard. This set of two in different poses comes with four metal rods for legs. They’re … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » That Moment You Realize ‘Phantom Pain’ Was Heavily Influenced By Rockstar Games
Little bit of Red Dead, little bit of GTA, little bit of Metal Gear = Great game, apparently. I am sure Rockstar games takes it as a huge compliment. (Imgur) The post That Moment You Realize ‘Phantom Pain’ Was Heavily Influenced By Rockstar Games appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » 'Uptown Funk' mashup combines 100 of the grooviest movies of all time
Much like dessert, there's always room for another "Uptown Funk" mashup This time YouTube channel What's the Mashup? created a compilation of 100 movie dance scenes set to the Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson jam. The groovy mashup includes films from Dirty Dancing, The Wolf Of Wall Street, Magic Mike, Grease, Kung Fu Hustle, Risky Business and dozens others. Let … [Link]
Mashable » Let Emma Roberts teach you how to perfect the Bitch Face
While Resting Bitch Face is something you're born with or not, Bitch Face, that versatile tool to be deployed late at night on the train or whenever you're seriously displeased, can be learned. During Friday's Tonight Show, Emma Roberts attempted to impart some of her wisdom by explaining the narrow-eyes, mouth-twitch, hair-flip combo that seals the bitchy deal Practice all … [Link]
Slashdot » Crash Chrome With 16 Characters
An anonymous reader writes: Remember when it took just eight characters to crash Skype? Apparently it takes double that to take out Chrome: Typing in a 16-character link and hitting enter, clicking on a 16-character link, or even just putting your cursor over a 16-character link, will crash Google's browser. To try it yourself, fire up Chrome 45 (the latest … [Link]
Mashable » 12 apps that showcase iOS 9
So, you've downloaded iOS 9, now what? Update all your apps, of course. Though iOS 9 offers more subtle improvements, like better searches and time-saving multitasking features, developers are already putting Apple's newest update to good use. See also: 12 hidden features in iOS 9 From ad blockers, to games, to the first wave of 3D Touch-ready apps, these apps will … [Link]
Mashable » Jimmy Fallon passionately sings 'Hello' to Lionel Richie's head
This is the stuff '80s nightmares are made of For no reason we can fathom, a fro-donning Jimmy Fallon and the head of Lionel Richie sang "Hello" together on Friday's Tonight Show. It was intimate, passionate and 100% terrifying. 'Uptown Funk' mashup combines 100 of the grooviest movies of all time What can all developers do with 3D Touch? Let … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Dance Like Nobody’s Watching (Flipbook Animation)
It’s just two frames, but it totally works! [Brian de Vera | Via Neatorama] The post Dance Like Nobody’s Watching (Flipbook Animation) appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » This Crusader (Diablo III) Cosplay is Absolutely Glorious! [Pics]
Cosplayer Naomi Von Kreeps looks super badass in her self-made Crusader costume from Diablo III. Photo by Rebel Photography. “I’ve probably lost years of my life playing Diablo 2 and 3 and I have been wanting to make a cosplay based on a d3 class since it came out in 2012. When Reaper of Souls was released, I saw the … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft Spending $75M To Boost K-12 CS Education, Put TEALS In 4,000 Schools
theodp writes: An NSF-funded evaluation of the Microsoft TEALS program — which sends volunteer software engineers with no teaching experience into high schools to teach kids and their teachers computer science — isn't scheduled to be completed until 2018. But having declared a K-12 CS education emergency (which it's linked to an H-1B visa emergency), Microsoft is going full speed … [Link]
Mashable » Kanye reignites #Kanye2020 frenzy during 'Only One' at iHeartRadio show
LAS VEGAS — The polarizing Kanye West closed out day one at the iHeartRadio Music Festival on a political note, slipping his presidential ambitions into a raw performance of "Only One," his tearjerking ballad told from the perspective of his late mother. As the song unfolded, the 38-year-old revived the presidential bid he announced at the MTV Video Music Awards: "You'll … [Link]
Mashable » Watch a model nearly get hit by a semi-truck on her way to a fashion show
Video: Taylor Jones Fashion week is definitely not for the fashion weak. Just ask street style star Irene Kim, who almost got hit by a hoard of trucks and was trampled by paparazzi while running to attend the Calvin Klein show. We gave the 27-year old model and Estee Lauder global beauty contributor a GoPro to document just how crazy … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » A Looks at the Inside of SpaceX’s Manned Dragon Space Capsule [Videos]
Ste inside SpaceX’s Dragon Space Capsule and take a look at the company’s next-generation spacecraft designed to carry humans to the International Space Station and other destinations. [SpaceX Via IHC] The post A Looks at the Inside of SpaceX’s Manned Dragon Space Capsule [Videos] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Syrian refugee's Real Madrid 'dream' comes true
The Syrian refugee tripped by a camerawoman while carrying his son as he ran from police on the Hungarian border is finding a new life in Spain. Osama Abdul Mohsen and his two sons Zaid and Muhammad visited the Real Madrid training facility and got to meet some of the stars of the team. The family also got to watch Real … [Link]
Slashdot » Thanks To Valve, More Than 1,500 Games Are Now On Linux
An anonymous reader writes: The Steam Store crossed the threshold this morning of having 1,500 games natively available for Linux. Timberman, a 0.99$ video game was the 1,500th title, but while there are a lot of indie games available for Linux, in the past three years have been a number of high profile AAA Linux games too. What games (old … [Link]
Mashable » Painstakingly designed 11,000-piece Meccano bridge sets a world record
LONDON — Engineering students from Queen's University in Belfast set a world record Saturday with their bridge built from model construction system Meccano that spans 100 feet across Clarendon dock. Representatives from Guinness World Records confirmed it has set a world record for largest ever Meccano construction. See also: Get Lost in These 19 Fascinating Maps They used more than 11,000 … [Link]
Mashable » Back when restaurants were just elaborate vending machines
1969French chef Pierre Charlot receives a sandwich from the manager of an automat in New York City.Image: Bettmann/CorbisThe first automats — restaurants serving food primarily through vending machines — were established in Germany at the end of the 19th century, where vending machines for everything were in vogue.They quickly spread across Europe and the U.S. The first American automat was opened … [Link]
Mashable » Hasbro's remote-controlled BB-8 is bursting with charm, even when it fails
I feel terrible for R2-D2. The most beloved droid in all of the world has been ousted by BB-8, an even cuter and more adorable droid, in Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens and the movie hasn't even been released yet. As soon as I saw BB-8 scooting along on its ball-shaped body in the first trailer, I knew … [Link]
Mashable » Star Wars BB-8 by Sphero is the best holiday toy of the season
What Star Wars BB-8 by Sphero lacks in size, it more than makes up for in personality The tiny robot is a working replica of the BB-8 droid that will make its cinematic debut in Star Wars: The Force Awakens on Dec. 18 and it’s already the movie’s breakout star. See also: How BB-8, the breakout star of 'The Force … [Link]
Slashdot » Former NASA Mission Controller James Oberg Lauds 'The Martian'
At IEEE Spectrum, James Oberg gives high praise to the upcoming film The Martian (release date: October 2). Oberg doesn't have much to say about the acting; he concentrates on the physics and plausibility of the plot and the technology portrayed, which beat those of most Hollywood space epics, and notes in particular "There’s no cheating on even highly-technical spaceflight … [Link]
Slashdot » Some Trump Donors Get Fleeced By 3rd-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 » Why this rainbow cloud formation appeared above Costa Rica
A relatively rare cloud formation caused an online sensation in Costa Rica on Tuesday. The rainbow cloud formation was captured by eyewitnesses on the ground and touted as "the end of days" and a "sign of God" by some online. The cloud was spotted in the communities of San Jose, Parrita, Pavas, Escazu and Hatillo, according to ABC News. See also: … [Link]
Mashable » The 4 keys to a tempting and balanced salad
You made the choice to eat a salad for lunch. Congratulations. You can already feel the health karma coursing through your self-important veins. Then you order the bacon iceberg wedge with extra blue cheese dressing and your arteries harden faster than Magic Shell atop an ice cream cone You can't just order any old salad and feel virtuous. Salad is full … [Link]
Mashable » Twisted illustrations perfectly sum up the darker side of modern life
Between our smartphones, fast food and quick and convenient transportation, our lives are full of luxury. But all luxuries come at a price. London illustrator and animator Steve Cutts is most drawn to creating powerful, subversive imagery. In many of his illustrations, he perfectly captures the dark side of life in the modern, Western world. See also: Art series breaks LGBTQ … [Link]
Mashable » Grate Scott! You're using a box grater wrong, Marty
Stop using your box grater for soft cheeses and gooey ingredients Grate hard and semi-firm cheeses, root vegetables and even chocolate to get the most out of this kitchen tool. Experiment to see what size holes work for what ingredients and be sure to watch out for those knuckles. See also: If the McWhopper isn't real, we demand these other … [Link]
Mashable » Autopsies find 79% of former football players tested positive for brain disease CTE
Just days after a violent opening weekend to the 2015 season, results from an ongoing study show that 87 of 91 former NFL players autopsied by researchers had chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE — a degenerative brain disease linked to repeat concussions — when they died, according to a Frontline report That means a whopping 96% of former players autopsied by … [Link]
Mashable » 'Share a Coke with Obesity' campaign trolls Coke into creating an undermining label
Coca-Cola may consider its long-running "Share a Coke" campaign a slump-busting success, but the customizable labels also give easy ammo to the company's many detractors. The most recent hijacking comes from the Center for Science in the Public Interest, a public health advocacy group, which managed to turn the marketing scheme on its head by ordering a bottle emblazoned with … [Link]
Slashdot » AVG Proudly Announces It Will Sell Your Browsing History To Online Advertisers
An anonymous reader writes: AVG, the Czech antivirus company, has announced a new privacy policy in which it boldly and openly admits it will collect user details and sell them to online advertisers for the purpose of continuing to fund its freemium-based products. This new privacy policy is slated to come into effect starting October 15. The policy says: We … [Link]
Mashable » Former Clinton adviser says America's work culture is 'toxic'
America has a "culture of overwork" that has become toxic to both men and women, who are making decisions about their work out of fear. Oh, and wake up: "work-family conflict" is not just an issue for women. It's an issue for everyone in the office who may have a life and a family to take care of. So says Anne-Marie … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook has collected your web browsing habits to target you with ads
Here’s what we all know: Facebook knows a lot about you based on your time on its site — your age, your gender, where your work, your interests — and it uses that information to help companies sell you things. Now the social network wants to also use more of its considerable knowledge of what you do when you're not actually … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazon Deal of the Day: $5 Magazines, Up to 41% Off Cloud Storage Drives (2, 3, 4 TB)
For today’s edition the day, here are two great deal we stumbled on today! First up, Amazon has a series of best-selling magazine brands for only $5. Get Popular Science, Popular photography, and more for just $5 each! [$5 Magazines] Second, Save up to 41% off on WD Personal Cloud Storage (Certified Refurbished) drives (2, 3, or 4TB) My Cloud … [Link]
Slashdot » Club Concorde Wants To Put a Concorde Back In the Air
The Verge (relying on The Telegraph) reports that the Concorde, grounded since just a few years after the disastrous loss of flight 4590 in 2000, may yet fly again, with the help of a private coalition of Concorde enthusiasts that's already managed to raise $160 million. ("A massive war chest," says Jalopnik.) The Verge explains that Club Concorde ("a club … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 8 Minutes of Gameplay From PS4 ‘Attack on Titan’ Game
Attack on Titan is not a story that seems to transfer well. From the QTE based 3DS game, to the crappy movie and crappier TV mini-series, even though it seems perfect, when it gets made into other forms, it never works as well as the spectacular anime. Well, get ready to have your jaw drop at this footage from the … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » ‘Destiny’ Logic
Well, in the video game world, that sorts stuff happens all the time. Seems your only destiny here is to get frustrated. Wow, that was an awful joke. Sorry about that. (imgur) The post ‘Destiny’ Logic appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Street Fighter IV: Ronda Rousey vs. Floyd Mayweather [Video]
From Richie Branson: Well, now we know who would win if Floyd Mayweather and Ronda Rousey fought. I got bored and decided to play around with some texture files in my PC installation of Street Fighter IV. The result is this mayweather vs. rousey mod, lol. To eliminate bias, i simulated the Mayweather v. Rousey fight with both fighters controlled … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » For the Win: Monty Python Meets ‘Fallout’
Tis but a scratch! (Imgur) The post For the Win: Monty Python Meets ‘Fallout’ appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » 6 awesome ways to bring your kids’ ideas to life with 3D printing
Several years ago, 3D printing was making its emergence as a viable and more cost-effective option to ease manufacturing inefficiencies. Little did we know that it would become part of our tech vernacular and play a role in very cool modern-day implementations in paleontology, gastronomy, fashion and even pet mobility. The global market for 3D printers is expected to grow to … [Link]
Mashable » Your Eid al-Adha feast, from main course to dessert
Eid al-Adha, the traditional Muslim Feast of Sacrifice, starts Sept. 23 this year. A significant holiday that commemorates Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son to Allah, believers celebrate with family, parties and, of course, food. The holiday centers majorly around meat, so if you're a fan of BBQ, this will be right up your alley. The only thing you may miss … [Link]
Mashable » 'Proud to be me': New ad campaign aims to inspire modern Latinas
What does it mean to be a modern Latina? For the three women featured in Procter & Gamble's "I am a modern Latina" campaign, it means claiming space as a strong, successful woman who celebrates and values her cultural roots as essential to her identity. See also: 4 new rules for multicultural marketing P&G created a video for the campaign … [Link]
Mashable » Where to see the pope — and how to avoid the traffic — during his U.S. visit
Get ready, because Pope Francis is coming to America. On Saturday, he will arrive in Cuba ahead of his visit to three cities in the United States. If you're in D.C., New York City or Philadelphia, here's what you need to know about how to see him — and how to avoid the transportation headache that Pope travel is sure to … [Link]
Mashable » Inside Apple's redesigned campus store in Cupertino
CUPERTINO, Calif. — Even Apple employees wait in line to get into an Apple Store sometimes. It's a Friday afternoon and I'm outside an Apple Store next to a line of people that stretches out far enough that I can't quite make out the end. While crowds outside Apple Stores are nothing new, this line at the company headquarters is comprised … [Link]
Mashable » Advertisers paid 40 times CNN's normal rate to show you these commercials during the GOP debate
What does it say about America that a drug for treating toenail fungus was one of the major sponsors of the Republican presidential debates? Not only that, but Kerydin paid 40 times the usual ad rate for the privilege of being in front of a larger audience. CNN reportedly charged up to forty times its usual rate with some 30-second spots … [Link]
Mashable » Refugees are moved from place to place as Hungary and Croatia bicker
Hungary has begun transferring refugees to its border with Austria. Croatia earlier said it couldn't accommodate refugees and is taking the refugees to Hungary. Officially, many borders are closed, but it appeared Saturday that some refugees were moving through an unofficial corridor to Austria, as Hungary and Croatia traded words over the situation. See also: Refugees are pouring into Croatia, but … [Link]
Slashdot » UK Govt's Expensive Mobile Coverage Project Builds Just 8 Masts In 4 Years
An anonymous reader points out a dismal report at The Register on a project intended by the UK government to connect lots of internet have-nots, but which has so far not accomplished as much as hoped. The Mobile Infrastructure Project is intended to provide last-mile connectivity, but the project has languished, and fallen short of its promises. This year, Department … [Link]
Slashdot » UK Researcher Applies For Permission To Edit Embryo Genomes
sciencehabit writes with the news that developmental biologist Kathy Niakan, of the Francis Crick Institute in London, has applied for permission from the UK's Human Fertilization and Embryology Authority to edit the genes of human embryos. Niakan, says the article, "investigates the genes that are active at the earliest stages of human development, before it implants in the womb. Work … [Link]
Mashable » Fetty Wap inspires young fan to go without prosthetic eye
Fans of Fetty Wap know he isn't shy about revealing the eye he lost at an early age. Now that confidence has inspired a young fan with a similar condition. When the Trap Queen rapper was a small child he got into an accident that left him with congenital glaucoma in both eyes, reports MTV News. Doctors were able to save … [Link]
Mashable » Arizona police announce arrest in connection to freeway shootings
UPDATED: Sept. 19, 12:13 a.m. ET PHOENIX — A suspect has been arrested in a string of shootings along Phoenix-area freeways that have kept drivers on edge for weeks, state officials said Friday night. Public Safety Director Frank Milstead said at a press conference late Friday that the man who authorities believe is responsible for what started the spree is in … [Link]
Slashdot » UrlHosted Experiment: Host Content Within the URL
New submitter graphicore writes to point out an experimental "unhosted" app that challenges the concept of the URL. By putting the post data after the # mark, the URL is (mis-)used as the data storage. You can store your data within your bookmarks list, host it via a URL-shortener(!) like here: http://goo.gl/DYxr5m or attach it directly to a tweet I … [Link]
Mashable » Parcel delivered in Australia 40 years after it was first sent
An oily, tattered parcel has been delivered in Melbourne, Australia, 40 years after it was first sent. Viewbank Tennis Club claims to have received a package containing retro embroidered uniform patches, which the club believes were ordered at some point in the 1970s The committee member at the time, Irene Garratt — who luckily still lives at the same address — … [Link]
Mashable » Obama and Castro discuss what's ahead as U.S. eases rules on travel and trade with Cuba
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama and Cuban President Raul Castro had a rare phone call Friday ahead of Pope Francis' impending visit to both their nations. The White House said Obama and Castro commended the pope's role in "advancing relations between our countries." Francis was instrumental in the secret talks that led to a thaw in relations between the Cold War … [Link]
Mashable » Dad bods take the spotlight at The Fat Jew's dad fashion show
Models strutted down the runway in sweatpants, football jerseys and other ill-fitting clothes at the first-ever "Dad Fashion" show, hosted by Josh Ostrovsky, a.k.a. The Fat Jew, at New York Fashion Week. Read more…More about Fashion and Lifestyle [Link]
Mashable » Google to unveil new hardware at Sept. 29 event
If you've been waiting for the latest Android smartphone in Google's Nexus lineup, your wait may soon be over. Google sent out invitations to members of the media Friday for a press event in San Francisco on Sept. 29. The company is expected to reveal two new Nexus handsets and, possibly, a new Chromecast. See also: The 23 most hipster Google … [Link]
Slashdot » The Ethical Issues Surrounding OSU's Lab-Grown Brains
TheAlexKnapp writes: Last month, researchers at Ohio State University announced they'd created a "a nearly complete human brain in a dish that equals the brain maturity of a 5-week-old fetus." In the press release, the University hailed this as an "ethical" way to test drugs for neurological disorders. Philosopher Janet Stemwedel, who notes that she works in "the field where … [Link]
Mashable » Shark fighter and surfer Mick Fanning wins first competition after attack
The Australian surfer Mick Fanning has won his first competition after his close call with a shark in July. Fanning hit the waves at the Hurley Pro at Trestles in California, beating No. 1 in the world Brazilian Adriano de Souza for the well-deserved title. Not letting a simple shark get the better of him, the win sees Fanning resume his … [Link]
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