Anyone who works as a freelancer these days has to be at least a bit familiar with techie things. But it isn’t just that. When I was a kid and those vaguely SF puppet shows were on the television and all the other kids wanted to be Greg Gogetem or Steve Savetheuniverse, I wanted to be the guy in a white coat and glasses called Doc or Brains. Here are some technology-related feeds I find useful and/or entertaining.
Slashdot » GCHQ Tried To Track Web Visits of "Every Visible User On Internet"
An anonymous reader writes with Ars Technica's story on the relevations reported today by The Intercept that the UK's GCHQ has been tracking World Wide Web users since 2007, with an operation called "Karma Police" — "a program that tracked Web browsing habits of people around the globe in what the agency itself billed as the 'world's biggest' Internet data-mining … [Link]
Mashable » Jon Snow may have been caught on the 'Game of Thrones' set
The post contains spoilers from season 5 of Game of Thrones. Jon Snow is basically the Schrödinger's Cat of Game of Thrones The Daily Mail obtained a few grainy pictures of a man-bun-sporting, leather-armor-wearing actor on the set of GoT in Belfast, and people immediately assumed it to be Kit Harrington, confirming everyone's fantasy that the Bastard of the North is, … [Link]
Mashable » Aston Martin CEO: We won't build an SUV because 'boxes aren’t beautiful'
Earlier this year, Aston Martin raised eyebrows when it unveiled a new all-electric concept car. The swoop-y DBX Concept coupe took the auto world by surprise since Aston had never ventured into EV territory. The design was like nothing we'd ever seen before. When the initial shock wore off, it seemed the DBX was a sign that the luxury British automaker … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » iPhone Destruction Supercut
Some people really love their iPhones. Others, not so much… The post iPhone Destruction Supercut appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » How the Car Industry Has Hidden Its Software Behind the DMCA
Lucas123 writes: The DCMA has allowed carmakers to keep third parties from looking at the code in their electronic control modules. The effect has been that independent researchers are wary of probing vehicle code, which may have lead companies like Volkswagen to get away with cheating emissions tests far longer than necessary. In a July letter to the U.S. Copyright … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook updates a long-ignored feature
Facebook’s experimental makeover of Notes, the features that lets you write nicely-formatted long posts, was apparently a success Now the social network is making its redesign official, Facebook revealed Friday. The refreshed version of Notes is available to everyone. The company has largely ignored Notes for years; the last major update was in 2010 — but as Facebook increasingly builds out … [Link]
Mashable » Bill Nye wades into abortion debate with critique of 'bad science'
Bill Nye would like everyone to stop telling women what they can and can't do with their bodies, thank you very much In a new video from Big Think, he argues for women's reproductive rights, asserting that arguments against giving women control over their reproductive health care decisions are founded on bad science. See also: Bill Nye explains climate change … [Link]
Slashdot » Tank Hack Ensured Farmland Didn't Thwart the Invasion of Europe
szczys writes: Ingenuity reigns supreme when trying to overcome obstacles standing in your way. So was the case during the Allied invasion of Europe during WWII. Land features in the Normandy bocage region were especially difficult for tanks to navigate. The obstacles were earthen dikes topped with mature trees originally put in place to contain livestock. The solution was to … [Link]
Mashable » Couple gets engaged during thrilling roller coaster ride
This proposal is a literal rollercoaster of emotion. When Austin Crecelius decided to propose to his girlfriend Allison Boyle, he chose an unusual venue for the occasion: the Voyage roller coaster at Holiday World Theme Park in Indiana. With the help of a friend seated in front of the couple, he sneakily recorded the sweet moment in its entirety. Naturally, … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Hexagon Keyboard For Thumb Typing
The makers of a Kickstarter-funded keyboard option for iOS and Android believe hexagons are the way to make typing faster. The theory behind WRIO is that the traditional keyboard is fine for finger-typing at full-size, but isn’t suited to small keys where many users would find it more convenient to use thumbs. The two blank spaces are designed as resting … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Dress' is now a Halloween costume
Remember #TheDress? Of course you do — it ruined your life And now Yandy.com is having it ruin your Halloween by turning it into this year's most expected Internet-inspired costume See also: Make Halloween great again with this sexy Donald Trump costume The costume consists of a half blue-and-black and half white-and-gold (or a half-white-and-gold and half blue-and-black, if you prescribe … [Link]
Popular Science » Bat Tongues, A Marijuana Forest, And Other Amazing Images Of The Week
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Mashable » 'We need hope': Why people stood for hours in Central Park to see the pope
NEW YORK — When Benita Rodriguez got in line to see Pope Francis in Central Park on Friday afternoon, she was thinking of her sister, Lorenza Fidueroa. Fidueroa had been undergoing treatment for osteoporosis in Santo Domingo, in the Dominican Republic, where they're both from. On Thursday night, her body had an awful reaction to the medicine she was given, and … [Link]
Slashdot » Nuclear Energy: The Good News and the Bad News In the EPA Clean Energy Plan
Lasrick writes: Peter Bradford explains what the EPA's new Clean Power Plan has in store for nuclear energy. He provides an excellent explanation of the details of the plan, and how the nuclear industry benefits (or doesn't). "The competitive position of all new low-carbon electricity sources will improve relative to fossil fuels. New reactors (including the five under construction) and … [Link]
Mashable » Vince Carter flushed the greatest dunk of all time 15 years ago today
Before the time of Vine, before the age of Twitter, before the epoch of Instagram and the era of the viral sports highlight, one Vincent Lamar Carter threw down the filthiest, nastiest, sickest, illest and all-around greatest slam dunk in the history of mankind Vince Carter's transcendent moment came 15 years ago this Friday, against France at the 2000 Olympics … [Link]
Popular Science » Russia Shows Off Robotic Cockroach
Roach from BFU Screenshot by author, from YouTube The secret roach’s name was Death's Head, aka Blaberus Cranifer, and it came from Russia on a mission. It is a small, mechanical beast, styled after the death's head cockroach. According to Russian state-owned Sputnik news site, it was built in seven months by a group at the Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal … [Link]
Mashable » Man proves bricks rock hard with custom Lego guitar
Guitar makers like Nicola Pavan of Pavan Wood Works take pride in the instruments they build. Wood is a personal medium, it's a living thing that changes according to its environment. So if there is any material that's exactly the opposite of wood, it's plastic. Working with Lego, Pavan, who is currently studying in to become a Luthier in Milan, … [Link]
Popular Science » The UK Named Their Invasive Spying Apparatus 'Karma Police'
Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GCHQ, via Wikimedia Commons It’s been two years since the first revelations from former NSA contractor Edward Snowden, and there are still new details in his trove of stolen secrets. Many of the revelations have concerned the bulk data collection of data done by the American agency, whose job it is to monitor … [Link]
Popular Science » What Would You Pay To Save Your Life?
Toxoplasma gondii Totodu74/Wikimedia Commons CC By SA 2.0 According to the CDC, more than 60 million people in the United States may be infected with the Toxoplasma parasite, which is spread through cat feces (as well as soil and uncooked meat). Most peoples' immune systems are able to fend off illness. But in people with compromised immune systems, such as … [Link]
Slashdot » Saudi Arabia Almost Bought Hacking Team
itwbennett writes: If hacked emails posted by WikiLeaks are to be believed, the Saudi Arabian government came close to buying control of Italian surveillance software company Hacking Team, Philip Wilan reports. 'The negotiations were handled by Wafic Said, a Syrian-born businessman based in the U.K. who is a close friend of the Saudi royal family, and also involved Ronald Spogli, … [Link]
Mashable » TomorrowWorld live stream: Watch world's top DJs on whimsical stages
CHATTAHOOCHEE HILLS, Georgia — TomorrowWorld has reached its adolescence As the offspring of Belgium's older Tomorrowland, this U.S. version of the electronic music festival has grown into a full-fledged beast that has surpassed the likes of Bonnaroo in attendance in just two years. This weekend — year No. 3 — could see more than 190,000, up from 160,000 in 2014 and … [Link]
Popular Science » Robot Cars Parallel Park Better Than You
BMW i3 parallel parking better than you AAA We’ve all eyeballed a parking space at the curb and decided to go for it, despite the fact that it’s a bit too small for our car, or maybe traffic is heavy and might rush our perfect parallel parking job. According to a new study by AAA and the Automobile Club of … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Top 5 Skateboarding Games
I tend to like skateboarding games better than actual skateboarding, as I tend to end up with far fewer injuries. Though there have been many skateboarding games over the years, here are the 5 best as voted by Zoomin.Tv.Games. The post Top 5 Skateboarding Games appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Microsoft's new iPhone app tries to take the pain out of scheduling
Weeks after Microsoft surprised us all by making an unexpected appearance during Apple's iPhone 6S reveal, the company has released another standalone iPhone app: Invite. The latest out of Microsoft's experimental "Garage" team, Invite is meant to make it easier for people to schedule meetings, regardless of what type of email account you have See also: For Office 2016, teamwork is … [Link]
Popular Science » You're Just Not That Into Self-Parking Vehicles, Are You?
Over the summer, the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute surveyed more than 500 drivers to gauge their feelings about autonomous cars. The results? Only about 16 percent of respondents wanted a fully self-driving vehicle. By contrast, nearly 44 percent said they didn't want their cars to do any driving at all. A recent study from AAA has uncovered similar … [Link]
Mashable » How to vomit a Snapchat rainbow IRL for Halloween
Finally, a makeup tutorial that brings those Snapchat vomit rainbows to life This brilliant Halloween makeup how-to from YouTube beauty channel GettingPretty provides instructions for recreating the greatest selfie filter from Snapchat's last major update. You know, the one that had all your friends seemingly puking rainbows all over your Snapchat inbox Sadly, the filter is no longer an option … [Link]
Mashable » How to perfect your elevator pitch for the Social Good Summit
How do you present a potentially world-altering idea in 60 seconds or less? It's an art, to be sure, and it's usually called an "elevator pitch," a term that originates from the average amount of time you have to pitch someone in an elevator. Attendees of Mashable's sixth annual Social Good Summit will have a chance to do so…in an … [Link]
Mashable » Aaron Sorkin slams Tim Cook over 'Steve Jobs' criticisms
Aaron Sorkin, the screenwriter behind The Social Network and, most recently, Danny Boyle's Steve Jobs, had some choice words for Tim Cook following the Apple CEO's claims that films like the upcoming Apple founder biopic are "opportunistic." Sorkin's response? "You've got a lot of nerve." See also: Michael Fassbender is a horrible father in the new 'Steve Jobs' trailer At a … [Link]
Slashdot » BlackBerry Launches Android Smartphone
wiredmikey writes: In an attempt to come back from the dead, BlackBerry announced plans to sell an Android-powered smartphone. The struggling Canadian smartphone maker said it would begin selling "Priv," described as "a flagship handheld device that will run on the Android operating system with BlackBerry security," expected to be available later this year. The company isn't giving up on … [Link]
Mashable » Giant baby panda gets a name, and it's just as adorable as the giant baby panda
Perfect bundle of joy, perfect name for said bundle of joy. On Friday morning, the Smithsonian National Zoo announced that its new giant baby panda cub, who is just over a month old, finally has a name: Bei Bei. See also: London Zoo animals get weighed, adorably First Lady Michelle Obama and First Lady of the People's Republic of China Peng … [Link]
Mashable » Is this girl underwater or jumping into water? An investigation
If there's one thing the Internet loves, it's an ambiguous photo. The dress, the shoe — when will the madness end? The answer is never, because dividing humankind is too much fun. See also: 5 explanations for why we can't agree on the dress Imgur user maskari let this photo loose online Thursday. The reactions were polarizing. Is this girl jumping into … [Link]
Popular Science » Peruvian Camera Traps Catch Rare ‘Padddington Bear' And Endangered Bird
Sira Currasow [University of Exeter/YouTube](https://www.youtube~ An extraordinarily endangered bird, the Sira Currasow was photographed on a camera trap earlier this year. When endangered wildlife get caught in traps it's usually a bad thing. But in Peru's Sira Communal Reserve, it was more like a miracle. Camera traps captured some extraordinary footage of the wildlife living in this remote area, including … [Link]
Mashable » Anger, criticism rising at Saudi government for hajj stampede
As countries tally the numbers of dead and injured from the stampede near Mecca — the anger outside Saudi Arabia continues to grow. The loudest critic among them is Iran. Thousands of people took to the streets in Tehran after Friday prayers to denounce the "incompetency" of Saudi Arabia in handling the annual hajj pilgrimage. See also: The tragic stampede … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Steampunk Cervical Collar
Reddit user Penguinz20 recently had spinal fusion and must wear a cervical collar for six weeks. She decided to turn it into a positive with this steampunk makeover. Impressively she not only did nearly all the work while wearing the collar, but did it while looking in a mirror to avoid having to arch her neck down. [Via: Neatorama] The … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Ears of early humans could hear frequencies used in speech
Bones from two human ancestors living between 1 and 3 million years ago show their hearing shifted towards frequencies useful for savannah survival and speech
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Slashdot » The US and China Agree Not To Conduct Economic Espionage In Cyberspace
blottsie writes: The leaders of China and the United States agreed on Friday to take new steps to address cyberspying, vowing that neither country would conduct or knowingly support the theft of intellectual property. Senior law-enforcement and intelligence officials from both nations will evaluate how the two major powers respond to each other's requests for assistance fighting "malicious cyber activity," … [Link]
Mashable » These lines to see Pope Francis in NYC stretch up to a mile
Are you going to see Pope Francis in New York City this afternoon? We sure hope you like lines! Because boy, are they long See also: Pope Francis comes to America: Follow his trip New Yorkers began lining up early on Friday with hopes of securing a spot to see Pope Francis on his afternoon ride through Central Park. Another group … [Link]
Mashable » Report: Hillary Clinton failed to turn over work-related emails
The Obama administration has discovered a chain of emails that Hillary Rodham Clinton failed to turn over when she provided what she said was the full record of work-related correspondence as secretary of state, officials said Friday, adding to the growing questions related to the Democratic presidential front-runner's unusual usage of a private email account and server while in government. The … [Link]
Mashable » Finally, your dog will sit and pose for the perfect selfie
You want your dog to stay still for that gram-worthy photo. Your dog wants you to put down your dumb phone and play with him. Now there's an invention that suits both needs. The Pooch Selfie is a smartphone attachment that enables users to attach your dog's favorite tennis ball to the top of your phone. See also: Dogs photographed after … [Link]
Slashdot » Curbing the For-Profit Cybercrime Food Chain
msm1267 writes: A new report coauthored by Google researchers and a host of academics explains that firewalls, two-factor authentication and other traditional defensive capabilities put security teams in a constant dogfight against cybercrime. Instead, the focus, they says, should be on attacking the criminal infrastructure. The report outs a number of soft spots and inter-dependencies in the criminal underground that … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Painting bot follows your eyes to create art
Robots that can interpret human gaze offer the chance to extend control outside our bodies
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Popular Science » Could Algorithms Become Fashion Trendsetters?
Machine Derived Shirts Stitch Fix We have trained machines to dream, but can we make them follow their dreams of moving to New York to become a fashion designer? In a world where startups use algorithms to find the next fashion trends, it’s not impossible that computers could go beyond finding what’s popular, and start creating it. Stitch Fix, a … [Link]
Mashable » BlackBerry confirms release of its first Android device
Buried within a BlackBerry press release for its fiscal 2016 second quarter results, the company confirmed the launch of its first Android device, Priv. This news comes after months of talk and leaked images. We first reported on the possibility of an Android-based BlackBerry in June. In August, Crackberry uncovered leaked images of said device, which was known at the time … [Link]
Slashdot » The Effort To Create an 'Iron Man' Type Exoskeleton
Nerval's Lobster writes: Tony Stark, as played by Robert Downey, Jr., is the epitome of suave wit—but without his metal shell, he's just another engineer who's made good. The exoskeleton is a technology platform that, while young, is gaining traction in industrial, medical and military circles. For several years, the U.S. Special Operations Command has been working on a Tactical … [Link]
Popular Science » Boeing Just Patented This Weird Cargo-Grabbing Plane
Boeing Cargo Plane Patent Figures United States Patent Cargo containers are as universal as trade itself, finding their way onto trucks, freight trains, and ocean-going vessels. Their uniform, boxy shape and sharp edges make them instantly stackable, but not terribly aerodynamic. For transport by air, that usually means fitting square pegs into round planes. A new plane design by Boeing, … [Link]
Mashable » Meet Priyanka Chopra, the Bollywood star headlining ABC's 'Quantico'
Priyanka Chopra is arguably the most famous face on 2015's fall schedule Chopra, who makes her American TV debut Sunday night starring as an FBI recruit (and suspected terrorist) in ABC's Quantico, is all but unknown to U.S. audiences. But she's been starring in blockbuster Indian films for more than 15 years — and her global superstardom could propel ABC’s emerging … [Link]
Popular Science » Watch SpaceX Test-Fire Its Upgraded Falcon 9 Rocket Engine
Upgraded Falcon 9 engine test burn SpaceX via Youtube SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, which has launched satellites into orbit and carried cargo to the International Space Station and back again on multiple occasions, is getting a serious upgrade. It's engines are getting higher throttle settings, condensed fuel, and some new structural modifications. This week, the company put the rocket through … [Link]
Mashable » How to watch Sunday's rare supermoon lunar eclipse
A rare kind of total lunar eclipse will grace skies around the world on Sunday, giving hundreds of millions of people the chance to see it from their own backyards. On Sunday night (or Monday morning, depending on your time zone), stargazers with clear, dark skies in Europe, Africa, North and South America, parts of West Asia and areas of the … [Link]
Popular Science » Are Viruses Alive? New Evidence Says Yes
Viral Diversity Julie McMahon The diverse physical attributes, genome sizes and lifestyles of viruses make them difficult to classify. A new study uses protein folds as evidence that viruses are living entities that belong on their own branch of the tree of life. Influenza, SARS, Ebola, HIV, the common cold. All of us are quite familiar with these names. They … [Link]
Mashable » Outkast's 'Hey Ya!' gets a soulful '60s makeover
If Ryan Adams proved anything this week with his cover album of Taylor Swift's 1989, it's that a good song should be able to hold up in any genre. This is a practice Postmodern Jukebox knows well. Born out of their YouTube roots, the band transforms pop songs into different genres, typically bringing modern pop songs back in time when … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Invasive herb could hamper East Africa’s fight against malaria
Mosquitoes live more than twice as long without blood if they drink nectar from an invasive plant called famine weed instead of liquid from a local vegetable
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Mashable » Google is being investigated for playing favorites with its own apps
Apparently Google's restructuring into "Alphabet" didn't do very much to throw regulators off the giant company's scent. The U.S. is said to be pursuing an antitrust investigation into Google's Android operating system due to concerns that Google is prioritizing its own proprietary applications — like Gmail and Google search — over others, according to reports from Bloomberg and Reuters, citing anonymous … [Link]
Mashable » A little, insightful comic about living with chronic depression and anxiety
The World Health Organization reports that more than 350 million people suffer from depression, and yet there is so much many of us don't understand about it. For Episode 21 of The Medical Tales Retold, Nick Seluk of The Awkward Yeti drew an informative and entertaining comic that was submitted by Sarah Flanigan, in hopes of shedding some light on what … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Netflix To Air Black Mirror Series 3
Joining a string of TV shows that have moved from broadcast networks to streaming services, Charlie Brooker’s dystopian sci-fi series Black Mirror has been picked up by Netflix for a third series. The move follows Netflix picking up the rights to stream the seven episodes that were made for previous seasons and originally shown on the UK’s Channel 4. The … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Baidu Offers Up Free OCR API
Chinese internet giant Baidu has quietly released an optical character recognition (OCR) API that developers can use to convert image-based text into machine-encoded text. Demand for data has led to an increase in the popularity of OCR APIs as companies seek to turn unstructured information, like images with text, into structured information that they can analyze.
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Mashable » What kind of world do you want to see in 2030 and beyond?
Mashable’s special #2030Now chat discussed how technology can change our communities and the world for the better See also: Get inspired for Mashable's 2015 Social Good Summit in a #2030Now Twitter chat Over the course of an hour, @socialgood covered an array of questions, ranging from what kind of world people want to live in by 2030, to how we can … [Link]
Slashdot » Car Industry "Buried Report Showing US Car Safety Flaws Over Fears For TTIP Deal"
schwit1 writes: The American auto industry has been accused of withholding a report that showed U.S. cars are substantially less safe than their European counterparts. It is alleged that releasing the study would hamper the drive to harmonize safety standards as part of the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) deal. The research was commissioned by the car industry to … [Link]
Popular Science » FDA Cracks Down On Pathway Genomics' Cancer Blood Test
Pathway Genomics The FDA is cracking down on a blood test that claims to detect early signs of cancer in high-risk individuals. Pathway Genomics, makers of the CancerIntercept Detect tool, is under investigation by the FDA, which claims that the screening tool is unapproved, not backed by adequate scientific studies, and therefore could be harmful to the public. Earlier this … [Link]
Mashable » How a family-owned leather goods business became a tech company
Andrew Royce Bauer has been coming up with new ways to make money since he was 14 years-old. So it's really no surprise that when he and his older brother William inherited their three-generations-old family business, Andrew's mind was set on reinvention. In the two years since being named CEO, Andrew has turned Royce Leather Gifts — a relic of … [Link]
Mashable » This Windex-shaped iPhone case is $95 and already sold out
Keep your phone calls squeaky clean. Now you can own a Windex bottle for an iPhone case — that is, if Moschino restocks the sold out item. Ever since its creation in the 1980s, Italian brand Moschino has been known for eccentric themes and flamboyant designs. When designer Jeremy Scott took the helm in 2013, he breathed new life into the … [Link]
Mashable » This 104-year-old 'yarn bomber' may be the world's oldest street artist
LONDON — It's probably fair to say that most people wouldn't picture Grace Brett if they heard the words "street artist." See also: 19 subversive graffiti messages hidden in London At 104 years old, though, Brett is still an active member of a stealthy group of knitters called the Souter Stormers — a club dedicated to the fine art of … [Link]
Popular Science » China Will Launch Cap-And-Trade Program To Limit Carbon Emissions
Flickr user Day Donaldson Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, arrived at the White House for an official State Visit on September 25. President Xi Jinping of China announced today during a visit to the White House that China will start a national cap-and-trade program to limit greenhouse gas emissions in 2017. Under cap-and-trade programs, a governing … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Crowds beat computers in answer to Wikipedia-sized maths problem
A maths puzzle that hit the headlines last year for generating a proof the size of Wikipedia has now been solved in just a few pages by a human
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Mashable » Judge grants Caitlyn Jenner's request to legally change name, gender
She proclaimed her new name on the cover of Vanity Fair magazine, but Caitlyn Jenner's transition is finally official. A judge on Friday approved Jenner's request to formally change her name and gender, marking another milestone in the Olympic gold medalist's public transition as a transgender woman. Jenner, 65, sought the change "to better match my identity," according to court filings … [Link]
Mashable » Pope Francis speaks of peace and healing at 9/11 memorial
Pope Francis prayed at the 9/11 Memorial before a crowd of onlookers, shook hands with leaders of the city's Jewish, Sikh and Muslim communities, and then talked about suffering, healing and unity. "I feel many different emotions standing here at Ground Zero, where thousands of lives were taken in a senseless act of destruction," Francis said. "Here, grief is palpable." See … [Link]
Mashable » This is not a prank: Burger King really is bringing a black burger to America
When it comes to your lunch, ask and you shall receive, America. Burger King is officially bringing a black burger, similar to one of its menu items in its restaurants in Japan, to the United States. Contrary to the Japanese version, which is made with squid ink, the American version will have the same pitch black bun, but with the added … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Plastic in the food chain: Artificial debris found in fish
Textile fibres and plastic have been found in the guts of fish caught off the coasts of California and Indonesia, raising concerns over food safety
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Slashdot » Australian Workplace Tribunal Rules Facebook Unfriending Constitutes "Bullying"
An anonymous reader writes: Unfriending employees on Facebook and not saying good morning could constitute workplace bullying, an Australian workplace tribunal has ruled. Australia's Fair Work Commission decided that administrator Lisa Bird had bullied real estate agent Rachael Roberts after unfriending her from Facebook. The commission's deputy president Nicole Wells said the act showed a "lack of emotional maturity" and … [Link]
Mashable » Artist creates line of genderless undergarments to ease transition
Coming out as transgender male, transgender female or gender-neutral is not easy, especially when one doesn't have the tools to do so. A design duo recognized a gap in the undergarment industry. Agender people or those transitioning don't always identify with one gender category or the garments within a largely gender binary market, making it harder to buy clothes they need … [Link]
Mashable » U.S. and China agree to stop cybertheft of business secrets
Against a backdrop of grand pageantry, President Barack Obama said Friday he and Chinese President Xi Jinping had agreed not to conduct or support cybertheft of business secrets, with the U.S. president delivering a blunt message to his Chinese counterpart that such espionage "has to stop." See also: Hackers prove how hard it is to hack a Tesla Obama, in a … [Link]
Mashable » Jonathan Coulton returns as Portal's songwriter in 'Lego Dimensions'
“She isn’t always aware of herself. That’s why she always comes off as passive aggressive and lonely. She’s damaged and she wears all these masks." Jonathan Coulton pauses. "Please make it clear that I'm talking about a fictional character, because it sounds like I almost can't tell the difference between this and reality." That fictional character is GLaDOS, the moody, witty, … [Link]
Mashable » Before Skype, British WWII soldiers sent home reels of video messages
LONDON — Skype, Google Hangout and FaceTime are some of the ways we communicate with relatives in far flung parts of the world these days, but during World War II some soldiers recorded video messages for loved ones that took three months to reach home. See also: The inside of a WWI submarine was creepy and claustrophobic More than two dozen … [Link]
Mashable » John Boehner's sudden resignation makes Wall Street want to cry
John Boehner, the speaker of the House, is one of Wall Street's favorites in Congress. What are they going to do when he's done? From his close relationship with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to the speaker's role in defusing three Tea Party tantrums about the debt ceiling, Boehner has distinguished himself as a dealmaker in the Wall Street style: comfortable … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Life Lessons
Anyone who has played and beaten the radio controlled missions in the older GTA games can tell you. This meme is about as true as wisdom gets. Life lessons learned, via GTA. (imgur) The post Life Lessons appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Sorry, 'Call of Duty' fans: There's no 'Black Ops 3' story mode for older consoles
Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 is definitely coming to PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. But it's a significantly slimmer release on those older gaming machines. The PS3/X360 versions of the game won't include any form of story mode, Activision confirms. The competitive multiplayer and cooperative Zombies modes are both there, but that's it. The story in Black Ops 3 is a … [Link]
Popular Science » EPA announces more testing to catch cheaters like Volkswagen
"Volkswagen at home in America," a press photo from Volkswagen's earlier, happier times Volkswagen Today the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced additional vehicle emissions testing in response to Volkswagen cheating at the tests since 2008, though many questions remain about which cars, and how many, will ultimately be subjected to them. In a letter to auto manufacturers, the EPA asserted … [Link]
Mashable » Porsche CEO Matthias Müller named CEO of Volkswagen Group
Just two days after its longtime CEO Martin Winterkorn resigned, the Volkswagen Group has a new CEO. Volkswagen announced at its supervisory board meeting Friday that Porsche CEO Matthias Müller would be stepping up as CEO of the Volkswagen Group. This follows the resignation of CEO Martin Winterkorn, who left amidst one of the biggest scandals in the company's history. See … [Link]
Mashable » This Londoner's post-date text message exchange is so awkward
LONDON — Dating can be a notoriously awkward affair at the best of times, but it's even worse if you find yourself stuck with someone who's either a) incredibly stingy or b) naggingly persistent. Or, as is clearly the case with the person texting below, both. See also: This woman was body-shamed by a Tinder date — and she's fighting back … [Link]
Slashdot » Russian Scientists Create Cockroach Spy Robot
An anonymous reader writes: A team of scientists at the Kaliningrad-based Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University has unveiled a small cockroach robot which will be tasked with hunting out victims trapped under debris. The robot measures 10cm in length, and can move at up to 30cm/second. The device is fitted with light sensors, as well as contact and non-contact probes … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Google Play Services 8.1 Adds New APIs
Google has released Google Play Services 8.1. The updated core lands just weeks before Android 6.0 Marshmallow makes its big debut. Play Services 8.1 and the associated SDK will let developers access features specific to Marshmallow.
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Mashable » 25 songs that Pope Francis should totally cover on his new rock album
This is not a drill. Pope Francis is releasing a rock album called Wake Up! in November. See also: Pope Francis comes to America: Follow his trip Now that we know about this hobby of his, we have some suggestions for songs that he should cover. We turned them into a Spotify playlist so you can listen to all pope, all … [Link]
Mashable » 7 things you can do with the new iPhone that you definitely hadn’t considered
On the eve of yet another iPhone upgrade, it's time again to push the boundaries of imagination, to help uncover every possible feature this new device has to offer. Sure, the iPhone 6S has double the RAM of the 6, a new "3D Touch" feature and an improved camera, but it's real value will come from however consumers decide to use … [Link]
New Scientist – News » How did Volkswagen cheat in tests and can it fix affected cars?
VW has been cheating in emissions tests to make its diesel cars appear less polluting than they really are – we look at the options the company now faces
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Mashable » Sigourney Weaver's going to be in the 'Ghostbusters' reboot
As if his all-female Ghostbusters didn’t sound great enough, director Paul Feig just announced that Sigourney Weaver will make an appearance in the film. Gang, trying to keep surprises but this is about to leak, so I'll tell you myself: the awesome Sigourney Weaver is going to be in our movie! — Paul Feig (@paulfeig) September 25, 2015 Weaver was, of … [Link]
Mashable » Pope Francis is releasing a rock album (seriously)
Pope Francis is officially the Beyoncé of holy leaders The pontiff, who's currently on a tour of America, is set to release a "prog-rock-infused" album titled Wake Up, Rolling Stone announced. The "Vatican-approved" album is available for iTunes pre-order and will be released on Nov. 27 The album, which will also tap genres like pop-rock and Gregorian chant, is being released … [Link]
Mashable » The pope ruined the iPhone 6S launch
The pope and rhythmic clapping — that’s what I’ll remember about the iPhone 6S launch at Apple’s glass cube-topped flagship store on Fifth Avenue in New York City. The Pontiff wasn’t there — he’d driven by in his Fiat hours earlier — but his presence was felt as he sucked with him virtually all the excitement and media interest that normally … [Link]
Mashable » Married lovebirds turn Taylor Swift's '1989' into 4-minute a cappella medley
If hearing Ryan Adams transform Taylor Swift's 1989 into a classic rock album reminiscent of The Eagles and Bruce Springsteen wasn't enough, we've got your next T. Swift fix right here: an a cappella medley from married duo Peter and Evynne Hollens. The lovebirds used only their voices and clapping to create their four-minute reinterpretation. Listening to two spouses knocking … [Link]
Mashable » Unfriendly skies: Ukraine closes airspace to Russian airlines
The skies over Eastern Europe just became a little less friendly. Ukraine announced it will close its airspace to Russian airlines starting Oct. 25 — the latest move in its conflict with Russia over Russia's annexation of Crimea and support for separatists in the east of Ukraine. The ban will have a significant impact on major Russian airlines, including the national … [Link]
Mashable » Kerry Washington designs bag to raise domestic violence awareness
Kerry Washington has taken some time off from playing badass Olivia Pope on Scandal to design a limited edition handbag The actress, who is an ambassador for the Allstate Foundation's Purple Purse campaign, which strives to create long-term safety for domestic violence survivors through financial support, partnered with Tommy Hilfiger's wife Dee Ocleppo, to create a purple leather clutch Twenty-five-percent of … [Link]
Slashdot » Speaker of the House Boehner Announces Resignation
halfEvilTech writes: House Speaker John A. Boehner announced Friday morning that he will resign at the end of October. The Washington Post reports: "The resignation will end a nearly five-year reign as speaker, allowing House Republicans to approve a short-term government funding bill that will avert a shutdown of federal agencies. Boehner's hold on the speaker's gavel had grown increasingly … [Link]
Mashable » Volkswagen's former CEO could get $30 million despite huge diesel scandal
If Volkswagen's pollution emissions weren't bad enough, the company will likely emit loads of cash to its CEO on his ride out the door Martin Winterkorn, the CEO who announced his resignation this week, is eligible to receive at least $30 million in pension payouts from the Volkswagen Group with the possibility of receiving millions more in severance, according to company … [Link]
Mashable » Pope Francis at the U.N.: We can do better
Pope Francis gave world leaders a sweeping moral lecture on Friday before the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, covering poverty, climate change, drug trafficking, the spread of nuclear weapons and other issues He reminded his audience again and again to consider that their decisions affect real people, and that individuals should always come before political concerns See … [Link]
Mashable » Carly Fiorina Jepsen wants you to vote for her maybe
Boy problems. Whose got 'em? Carly Rae Jepsen and Carly Fiorina, the lone woman fighting for the Republican nomination in the 2016 election She's faced her share of sexism, so she could really use Carly Rae's new album, Emotion, to help her kick back and forget her troubles See also: The Republican presidential field's tricky Carly Fiorina problem It's delightful from … [Link]
Slashdot » Police Program Aims to Pinpoint Those Most Likely to Commit Crimes
An anonymous reader writes: Using profiling algorithms, police are tracking suspected criminals to prevent them from committing predicted crimes. We're one step from locking people up for what they might do. The New York Times reports: "The strategy, known as predictive policing, combines elements of traditional policing, like increased attention to crime “hot spots” and close monitoring of recent parolees. … [Link]
Mashable » You can now 3D print with your used coffee grounds
Drinking coffee out of a mug made of coffee might be the most meta thing ever And now, it's a reality 3D printing filament manufacturer 3Dom, with biocomposite developer c2renew, has produced the world's first 3D printing filament made from recycled coffee grounds See also: 3D-printed gummies are real and you can eat them A company representative told Mashable much of … [Link]
Mashable » EPA to automakers: We won't get fooled again
We won't get fooled again. That's essentially the message the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) just sent to manufacturers about its new, more stringent emissions testing just a week after charging Volkswagen with gaming diesel emissions tests by using a "defeating device." See also: The Volkswagen emissions scandal: All you need to know Things have moved swiftly since then. Volkswagen … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Emotions Of Pixar [Video]
Inside Out is literally about the emotions, but as this montage by Lindsay McCutcheon shows, Pixar’s other movies do an amazing job of conveying feeling Emotions Of Pixar from Lindsay McCutcheon on Vimeo. [Via: Laughing Squid] The post Emotions Of Pixar [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Double vision Halloween makeup will melt your friends' brains
Not all Halloween makeup has to be scary — but some looks can definitely make your brain hurt. Makeup artist Tamang Phan shows you how to create a trippy, double vision special effects look that will make everyone think they should put down the Halloween punch. It may take a lot of patience, but you'll definitely be turning heads over … [Link]
Popular Science » How Physicists Quantum Teleported Information Over 62 Miles
Photon detector NIST Teleportation isn’t real, at least not as it’s depicted in fiction. No one has ever made a material object — be it Harry Potter or Captain Kirk — physically disappear from one location and reappear elsewhere. But information … that’s a different story. This week, scientists set a new record for quantum teleportation distance, instantaneously sending a … [Link]
Mashable » A side by side test of iPhone 6S vs. iPhone 6 photography
You now know that the iPhone 6S is worth the upgrade if it tickles you pink. More so, if you're into 3D touch and a faster processor, among other features But what if you're vain (like me) and all you care for is the camera? Apple says it's now upgraded to 4K video and 12 megapixels. The Cupertino-based brand tells Mashable … [Link]
New Scientist – News » The Martian: The science of surviving a space catastrophe
Movie astronaut Mark Watney is left alone on Mars – here's our spoiler-lite guide to how he channels NASA's innovate-and-improvise philosophy
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ProgrammableWeb.com » How To Get Started with iOS 9 and Search APIs
With the release of iOS 9, Apple has enabled apps to become fully indexed and searchable. In this article we will provide insight into how the new search works and how to implement the search API.
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Popular Science » 'Black Mirror' Season Three Is Coming Exclusively To Netflix
White Bear Channel 4 Press Kit The dark techno-drama Black Mirror was an instant hit in the UK following its premiere on Channel 4 in 2011. But the cult dystopian show—which has been compared by many critics to a modern-day Twilight Zone with its acerbic and cutting commentary on voyeurism, technology, and societal norms—remained largely unknown in the U.S. until … [Link]
Slashdot » 'RipSec' Goes To Hollywood: How the iCloud Celeb Hack Happened
mask.of.sanity writes: The chief hacker behind the infamous iCloud celebrity hacks has revealed in a documentary how the group dubbed RipSec shook Hollywood by plundering thousands of naked photos and financial data of Tinsel Town icons. The film maker gained access to RipSec using a photoshopped naked image of major TV star who offered access to her iCloud account. "I … [Link]
Mashable » London's iPhone queues just aren't what they used to be
LONDON — Apple iPhone launch days have become almost a yearly spectacle, and while some die-hards dug out their camping gear this time, the queues at London Apple Stores were quite sedate. Some people said that the difference between the iPhone 6 and 6S wasn't enough of a jump to merit camping out for days, or that Samsung phones were edging … [Link]
Mashable » Finnish protesters attack refugee bus with fireworks and stones
Fireworks, stones and beer bottles were thrown at a bus bringing asylum seekers to a refugee center in Finland on Sept. 24. According to state broadcaster YLE, the bus was carrying roughly 40 asylum seekers and was escorted by police as it approached the refugee center. It was met by up to 40 protesters. Finland expects up to 30,000 asylum seekers … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Warriors' cast reunites for one last ride to Coney Island
Not many cult films are more recognizable than The Warriors. Director Walter Hill's 1979 thriller pits a scrappy New York City gang against an army of competing crews. After they're framed for the murder of a popular gang leader, the Warriors are forced to fight off rivals as they journey from upper Manhattan to Coney Island in south Brooklyn. The gang's final … [Link]
Mashable » 'Black Mirror' heading to Netflix for 12 new episodes
The U.K.’s transfixing sci-fi miniseries Black Mirror has been picked up by Netflix. If you haven’t watched its (fantastic) existing episodes, you should probably just stop reading this and go do that now. See also: Details emerge about Jon Hamm's Christmas 'Black Mirror' episode All caught up? Great. Though only seven total Black Mirror episodes have been aired so far, … [Link]
Mashable » 'Destiny': The most coveted hand cannon is finally free of PlayStation exclusivity
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: Here are … [Link]
Popular Science » CVS Expands Over-The-Counter Sales Of Heroin Antidote
Naloxone Wikimedia User intropin Mega-pharmacy chain CVS announced Wednesday that it will start selling naloxone without a prescription in 12 new states. Previously, only customers in Rhode Island and Massachusetts had over-the-counter privileges for the drug, which treats overdoses from opioids like heroin, morphine, and prescription pain medications like Oxycontin and Vicodin. When someone overdoses on an opioid, the drug … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Phonetic Lego Minifigs
We’ve featured several parodies and movie recreations using Lego and now a minifigs manufacturer has come up with a custom set of 12 heads that have the mouths in the right position to phonetically create more realistic speech. [Via: Nerd Approved] The post Phonetic Lego Minifigs appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » Oculus' Michael Abrash Explains What It'll Take For VR To Feel Real
redletterdave writes: At Oculus's annual developer conference on Thursday, Oculus' chief scientist Michael Abrash took the stage to offer a few anecdotes and a ton of information about the current state of virtual reality, and where it needs to go in order to be truly great. Getting to the next level of virtual reality, Abrash said, will require coordinated advances … [Link]
Slashdot » America Runs Out of IPv4 Internet Addresses
FireFury03 writes: The BBC is reporting that the American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN) ran out of spare IP addresses yesterday. "Companies in North America should now accelerate their move to the latest version of the net's addressing system. Now Africa is the only region with any significant blocks of the older version 4 internet addresses available." A British networking … [Link]
Mashable » We helped celebrities rehearse their award show reactions
You may not realize it, but the most important part of an award show for celebrities isn't preparing a speech or fielding questions on the red carpet — it's reacting when the camera pans to them during the show. Until now, it was impossible to prepare for. See also: Celebrities try (and fail) to craft acceptance speeches, one word at … [Link]
Mashable » 34 hilarious alternative ways to pronounce Benedict Cumberbatch's name
With the possible exception of Engelbert Humperdinck, Benedict Cumberbatch clearly has the most fun name in the history of show business. Because it's just a great name, isn't it? It's one of those combinations that's enjoyable to say, and — as the above video clearly shows — enjoyable to play around with. See also: Jimmy Kimmel kicks off 'Mean Tweets' … [Link]
Mashable » Joseph Gordon-Levitt sings ragtime version of 'Bitch Better Have My Money'
Jimmy Fallon's recurring ragtime cover band, The Ragtime Gals, welcomed special guest Joseph Gordon-Levitt to the stage to bop along to a pared-down elevator version of Rihanna's "Bitch Better Have My Money." The group does a nice job of taming down the intense song to the white bread version you see before you, and JGL is a pretty decent ragtime … [Link]
Mashable » Cat doesn't take any of barking dog's crap while owners are away
While the owner is away, the pets will … intimidate each other into never making another noise so long as they live. YouTuber Devon Meadows wanted to see just how much his dog, Chazz (I know), was barking while home alone with his cat, Greyscale (better). What his camera system picked up was much better. It seems Meadows' cat and … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Icons Unmasked [Pics]
Artist Alexis Solis has put together this bizarrely compelling collection of pictures that reveal the unlikely secret identities of iconic characters. 
Check out the full gallery at Alex’s website. [Via: LikeCOOL] The post Icons Unmasked [Pics] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » Volkswagen Diesel Scandal Spreads To Porsche and Audi
New submitter sumanareddyraval writes: The fallout from the Volkswagen diesel scandal is spreading fast to the company's other famous brands, including Porsche and Audi, and across the Atlantic to the U.S. The scandal reached down into the company's engineering corps as the CEO of Volkswagen's US business, the research and development chief from Audi and the engine chief from Porsche, … [Link]
Mashable » How high? Police discover cannabis forest in London
LONDON — We're used to hearing about cannabis plants and hothouses, but this discovery is a little more unusual. Police in London tweeted their alarm Friday when they found a whole forest of cannabis plants. See also: Snoop Dogg becomes marijuana media mogul Kingston upon Thames police were called to what they thought were going to be a few cannabis plants, … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » We All Know The Code….
The Konami code, that is. And apparently, so do street artists. (Dorkly) The post We All Know The Code…. appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Translating data into knowledge
Download “Data Preparation in the Big Data Era,” a new free report to help you manage the challenges of data cleaning and preparation. Data is growing at an exponential rate worldwide, with huge business opportunities and challenges for every industry. … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » No, the IoT does not need strong privacy and security to flourish
Get notified when our free report “Privacy and Security in the Internet of Things,” by Gilad Rosner, becomes available. “Without addressing privacy and trust, the Internet of Things will not reach its full potential.” This refrain can be heard at … [Link]
Mashable » A lot of people think Sam Smith's Bond theme sounds like Michael Jackson's 'Earth Song'
LONDON — So the big moment has finally arrived: Sam Smith has released his new Bond theme for Spectre, "Writing's on the Wall," and the result has been… well, a bit mixed to be honest. See also: The 23 James Bond theme songs that came before Sam Smith's 'Spectre' track To be fair, the hype surrounding any new Bond theme is … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Blocks in Ruby
When we talk about blocks in Ruby, we’re not usually talking about code blocks — or blocks of statements — as we might with other languages. We’re talking about a special syntax in Ruby, and one of its idioms. I’ll … [Link]
Slashdot » Why All Boards Need a Technology Expert
New submitter ebonyygraham writes with an article at the Harvard Business Review about the dearth of IT savvy professionals in the boardroom. A few months ago I decided to look into the professional experience of non-executive directors at the major banks listed in Britain. Like almost every other major industry today, banking relies on hugely complex, enormously expensive technology. So … [Link]
Mashable » 20 best places to go apple picking in the northeastern U.S.
Feel that chill in the air? Apple picking season has arrived. With every season comes the quintessential seasonal getaway, and with our fall sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes and watching the foliage change, there's nothing city dwellers love more than getting away from their beloved metropolises and communing with nature. See also: The only fall foliage map you need to plan a … [Link]
Mashable » How can I control all my connected home devices from one app?
In this Ask A Dev, iOS engineer Dan Murrell explains how his team used Apple's HomeKit to build Beam, an app that controls all the connected devices inside your smart home. He'll tell you all about the MFi chip required for a device to be HomeKit compatible and how it relates to Apple's Wireless Accessory Configuration (WAC) protocol. He'll also … [Link]
Mashable » The cheesiest Tinder pickup lines from foodies
Unless you're living under a rock, you've noticed food pop culture is everywhere Pretty much every TV network has a food show of some kind; restaurant reservations are as sought after as sold out concerts; debating NYC’s best pizza is something of a competitive sport Even online dating pickup lines aren’t exempt from food’s sweet and savory pull Some are harmless, … [Link]
Mashable » Seth Meyers and Anne Hathaway have a 'last scene in a romantic comedy' interview
Seth Meyers had Anne Hathaway at, "Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Anne Hathaway." When Meyers wasn't quite ready to let his guest, Anne Hathaway, go after their Late Night interview, he set off on a mission through the studio to get her back. There'd been one question he hadn't had the chance to ask — one question he needed an … [Link]
Mashable » China releases video with foreign students gushing over its president
SHANGHAI — "Handsome, yeah, he is super charismatic," a woman from California with platinum blond hair raves. "I met him. He came to our school and I read him a poem." "His face was a little bit cute," an Austrian man in a hot pink jacket coos moments later. "Everybody looks at him and they just like him." See also: The … [Link]
Slashdot » Court Rules Batmobile Is Entitled To Copyright Protection
schwit1 writes: The Batmobile's bat-like appearance and other distinct attributes, including its high-tech weaponry, make it a character that can't be replicated without permission from DC Comics, the copyright holder, the 9th U.S. Circus Court of Appeals said. "As Batman so sagely told Robin, 'In our well-ordered society, protection of private property is essential,' " states the opinion. "Here, we … [Link]
Mashable » This vertigo-inducing glass bridge in China just opened to the public
For those afraid of heights, the advice is always, “Don’t look down.” That could be pretty hard to avoid at a newly opened plexiglass bridge in China’s Hunan Province. See also: The tiny green island where penguins rule Located in the Shiniuzhai National Geological Park in Pingjiang County, the bridge features a transparent walkway, stretching more than 900 feet across, allowing … [Link]
Mashable » Sam Smith's 'Spectre' theme song 'Writing's On The Wall' is released
LONDON — Sweeping orchestral opening? Check. Ominous minor chords? Check. Intense, brooding vocals? Check. The full-length version of Sam Smith's Bond theme song landed Friday morning — sticking closely to that cookie-cutter formula we've come to expect from previous instalments in the franchise. The full version, which runs for 4 minutes and 38 seconds, was described by the singer as a … [Link]
Mashable » British presenter loses it after guest accidentally says ‘blow job’ on live TV
LONDON — Live TV is a difficult beast. Recently we've seen a BBC presenter losing it after spotting a blue whale and two BBC news anchors being told to "f*ck off" by a robot — but now it's ITV's turn to have their moment in the wonderfully awkward world of live television gaffes. See also: BBC presenter gets caught brushing hair … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 25 September 2015
Police Program Aims to Pinpoint Those Most Likely to Commit Crimes (NYT) — John S. Hollywood, a senior operations researcher at the RAND Corporation, said that in the limited number of studies undertaken to measure the efficacy of predictive policing, … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Social Sensing – $49.98 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "Social Sensing" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2015-09-28 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » Longtails, speedboats and southern Thailand's changing coastal landscape
It’s hard to imagine New York City without yellow cabs lining the streets, or picture Venice without the distinctive gondolas. Similarly, in southern Thailand, longtail boats are an iconic part of the landscape The wooden body draped in ribbons and scarves is powered by a noisy motor typically recycled from a tractor or an old car. A propeller attached to … [Link]
Mashable » A rare supermoon total lunar eclipse will rise Sunday
Get ready. A very special, very rare moon is rising this weekend. On Sunday, the full moon will be at its closest point to Earth in its monthly orbit while it also goes through a total lunar eclipse. This kind of "supermoon" total eclipse hasn't happened since 1982, and it won't occur again until 2033 See also: A supermoon total lunar … [Link]
Slashdot » Battery Advance Could Lead To a Cleaner Way To Store Energy
sciencehabit writes: With the continuing rise of solar and wind power, the hunt is on for cheap batteries that are able to store large amounts of energy and deliver it when it's dark and the wind is still. Last year researchers reported an advance on one potentially cheap, energy-packing battery. But it required toxic and caustic materials. Now, the same … [Link]
Mashable » We recreated 9 key looks from London Fashion Week using just thrifted clothes
LONDON – Keeping up with the latest trends each season can be an expensive chore, especially when you factor in the big name brands and their even bigger price tags. With 1.1 million tonnes of clothing discarded each year in the UK, charity and thrift shops are bursting with pre-loved bargains just waiting to be added to your wardrobe — this is … [Link]
Mashable » iPhone 6S teardown confirms smaller battery
Can you believe the iPhone 6s was disassembled to its tiniest bits already, hours after it became available in stores? Yes, yes you can, because it always happens, courtesy of repair community iFixit. Of course, since the iPhone 6 — and especially the iPhone 6 Plus — were a big change from the iPhone 5S, last year's teardown was a bit … [Link]
Mashable » These weird recipes are being created from discarded shopping lists
LONDON — Ever wondered what would happen if you just mashed everything on your shopping list together into one strange, maybe even faintly disturbing, meal? Well now you don't have to. Photographer Tom Lakeman is creating a cookbook based on people's discarded shopping lists, which he's built up a collection of over the last eight years. The "recipes" in À La … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Why lack of sleep makes us emotionally distracted by everything
Sleep-deprived people lose focus and get emotional even when viewing neutral images, but brain training could help keep everything under control
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Mashable » Schools shut in Singapore as smog worsens
SINGAPORE — The smog hovering over Singapore was bad enough to get the government to declare schools shut on Friday. Primary and secondary schools were ordered shut, affecting children and teens between the ages of 7 and 17. See also: Masked city: The people who breathe Beijing's deadly air The pollution level, as measured by its AQI (air quality index) was … [Link]
Mashable » People queued for the iPhone 6S in Singapore despite 'hazardous' air pollution
SINGAPORE — The haze didn't deter the thousands from camping outside Apple stores overnight across the island before Friday morning's launch of the new iPhone 6S. With air pollution breaching "hazardous" levels of over 300 through Thursday night and into Friday morning, some who had set up for the night along the pavement wore masks as they played cards to pass … [Link]
Slashdot » Making Mining the Asteroids and the Moon Legal
MarkWhittington writes: Popular Science reported on a bill called the Space Act of 2015 that has passed the House and may soon pass the Senate that will allow private companies to own the natural resources that they mine in space. The idea would seem to be a no-brainer. However, the bill is causing some heartburn among some space law experts, … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazon Deal of the Day: 62% Off OxyLED Rechargeable LED Flashlight – $18.99 + Get a Second One FREE! (With Promo Code)
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, if you buy an OxyLED Rechargeable LED Flashlight for $18.99 (62% Off), you’ll get a second one for free by using promo code N96X6D9B (Just put both in your shopping cart.) Actually, you’ll get 50% off the listed price by purchasing over two of them, so this deal is good for 2, … [Link]
Mashable » 'How to Get Away with Murder' just introduced the latest mystery
Warning: This post contains spoilers. The first season of ABC's How to Get Away with Murder kicked off with a classic whodunit, revolving around the murder of a character we thought was in it for the long haul As the season came to a close, the story evolved into a ok-she-did-it-but-who-dun-this-othe~ Entering into Season 2, the show didn't bother turning the … [Link]
Mashable » 'Scandal' is back: The 8 most shocking twists in the premiere episode
Warning: This post contains spoilers. Rest easy, Gladiators, Scandal is back Olivia Pope and co. are once again dominating Thursday nights and the premiere kicked things off with a royal bang. Inspired by the real life tragedy of Princess Diana, Pope was forced to solve a murder conspiracy, while dealing with Fitz, who's ready to end things with Mellie Since this … [Link]
Mashable » There was probably an easier way to get an iPhone, Australia
It was a case of the haves and the have-nots Australians lined up in the rain at Apple's flagship store in Sydney on Friday morning, while commuters walked past with confused expressions on their face. But the dedicated followers of Apple held their ground in a queue that wrapped around two blocks. See also: 24 hours of the new iPhone 6S … [Link]
Slashdot » EU May Forbid the Transfer of Personal Data To the US
An anonymous reader writes: As the Snowden revelations have shown, personal data stored in the United States of America is not protected from the US government, be it through warrantless eavesdropping or national security letters. In light of this, the general attorney for the Court of Justice of the European Union has just issued an opinion requiring the US to … [Link]
Mashable » The vanishing longtail boats of traditional Thailand
Beaches lined with speedboats just don't have the same striking visual beauty as beaches lined with handmade longtail boats. But the reality is that the landscape of southern Thailand is changing. Read more…More about Travel, Thailand, Lifestyle, and Travel Leisure
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Mashable » Harvard employee busted after stealing $80,000 to buy Legos, iPads
A former Harvard University employee was fired after using his employee credit card to rack up more than $80,000 in purchases, including Legos and iPads, authorities said Shawn Bunn, a 44-year-old who worked as a computer lab manager at the school, was arrested Wednesday after university police raided his home outside of Boston and discovered Lego sets, TVs, iPads, and other … [Link]
Mashable » 'Heroes Reborn' premiere proves it's hard out there for an EVO
Warning: This story contains spoilers about the first episode of Heroes Reborn. The 2010 series finale of Heroes was meant to be the start of a new volume In "Brave New World," our final image was of world-saving cheerleader Claire Bennet leaping from a ferris wheel, breaking bones, and healing one last time — but this time in the name of … [Link]
Mashable » The first drop test: Just how durable are the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus?
American Keaton Keller, who runs the YouTube channel TechSmartt, has smashed an iPhone 6S and an iPhone 6S Plus on the ground just moments after getting his hands on them in Sydney, Australia. The YouTube star and his video partner in crime Matt Jones lined up in the rain at the flagship Apple Store on George Street, Sydney, to be … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT 2194: Reach out and 3D Touch!
The haptic engine is strong with this one! [Link]
Mashable » Adorable father-daughter team reel in a big one with Barbie fishing pole
There's nothing better than some father-daughter bonding time Even though Avery was equipped with just a kid's fishing pole while out on a fishing trip with her dad, she was able to reel in a 5-pound bass, all by herself. The two could barely contain their excitement as Avery reeled in the catch, both giggling and laughing the entire time … [Link]
Mashable » 'Grey's Anatomy' season premiere was a powerful return
Warning: This post contains spoilers. Meredith promised one thing at the start of Grey's Anatomy's season premiere: "You're about to find out that everything has changed." But, in the end, that couldn't be further from the truth. At least when it comes to Grey's Anatomy as a whole. The show returned with an episode that sent a powerful message: The Grey's … [Link]
Mashable » Should you buy the iPhone 6S?
We can analyze the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus all we want (and, trust us, we have), but we know only one question ultimately matters: Should you buy the iPhone 6S or not? See also: 24 hours of the new iPhone 6S launch: Follow live On this episode of MashTalk, we answer that very question for you, depending on your … [Link]
Mashable » People are celebrating the pope's visit with adorable #PopeDogs
Pope Francis is visiting the United States, and nobody is more excited about it than these dogs Well, their owners are, anyway See also: The greatest way to honor the pope in New York is with pizza, obviously Thanks to some creative pet costuming in honor of the papal visit, the hashtag #PopeDog has taken off, with a whole bevy of … [Link]
Slashdot » Apple Admits iCloud Problem Has Killed iOS 9 'App Slicing'
Mark Wilson writes: One of the key features of iOS 9 — and one of the reasons 16GB iPhones were not killed — is app slicing. This innocuous-sounding feature reduces the amount of space apps take up on iPhones and iPads… or at least it does when it is working. At the moment Apple has a problem with iCloud which … [Link]
Mashable » GLAAD to Hollywood on its LGBT slurs and negative roles: 'Do better'
On the heels of the criticism leveled against Stonewall's portrayal of a pivotal moment in the gay rights movement, GLAAD has launched a campaign calling out Hollywood for putting the LGBT community in a consistently negative light. GLAAD premiered a video compilation Thursday highlighting several instances of homophobic slurs, jokes and violence in mainstream films over the past five years, … [Link]
Mashable » Town comes together to give elderly man a heartwarming makeover
Chumán Don Luciano is an 83-year-old living in Ferreñafe, Peru, whom locals have lovingly dubbed "Crazy Chumàn." Chumàn has schizophrenia, and even though he has family and a home, he spends a considerable amount of time on the streets. Because of this, Chumàn had developed a buildup of dirt and grime all over his body, and his hair was matted See … [Link]
Mashable » Celebrities show off bizarre Emmy reactions on the red carpet
Celebrities on the red carpet prepared for any and all Emmy surprises on the red carpet with Mashable. Read more…More about Celebrities, Emmys, Red Carpet, Entertainment, and Tv
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Slashdot » The #NoEstimates Debate: An Unbiased Look At Origins, Arguments, and Leaders
New submitter MikeTechDude writes: Estimates have always been an integral part of the software development process. In recent years, however, developers, including Woody Zuill and Vasco Duarte, have begun to question the efficacy, and even the purpose, of using estimates to predict a project's cost and time line. A fierce debate has sprung up on Twitter, between those calling for … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Pinterest Takes Wraps Off Public API, Launches Developer Sandbox
Today, Pinterest announced that its API is publicly available and launched a sandbox that allows developers to more easily test integrations the Pinterest API. With more than 100 million users, Pinterest is one of the most popular social platforms and because of its lucrative demographic, is widely considered to be one of the most attractive social platforms for advertisers. … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Ahmed Mohamed’s Next Plan Revealed
In this interview on The Nightly Show, Ahmed Mohamed — the NASA shirt-toting 14-year-old detained by police after bringing the circuity from a digital clock into school — discusses his experience along with his plans for a future project: a lateral-moving hoverboard. The post Ahmed Mohamed’s Next Plan Revealed appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
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