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 » New Zealand school performs haka tribute to rugby legend Jonah Lomu
How's this for respect. In the aftermath of New Zealand rugby union player Jonah Lomu's passing, students from his old school, Wesley College in South Auckland, paid tribute with a performance of the haka, in front of cameras for TV station 3News. The haka is a traditional war cry and dance from the Māori people in New Zealand, which is … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Bacteria now resistant even to ‘last resort’ antibiotics
There was one last class of antibiotics to which bacteria had not developed genetic resistance that could spread between them – until now
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Popular Science » Pigeons Are Actually Pretty Good At Identifying Malignant Cancer
The pigeons' training environment consisted of a conditioning chamber with a food pellet dispenser, and a touch-sensitive screen. Levenson et al. Diagnosing cancer can be a challenging task. Often, pathologists have to quickly decide whether a microscopic group of cells looks malignant or benign, or whether a small lump seen on a mammogram is suspicious. For this reason, pathologists go … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Google Chrome Dev Summit Announcments Include New Education Programs
During day one of Google's Chome Dev Summit, the Google team made a number of developer-focused announcements and launches. From developer playbooks and Google Play global expansion, to developer degree programs and new metrics; Google wasted no time capturing its audience's attention and setting the social media world ablaze with #ChromeDevSummit conversations.
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Mashable » White House says Obama would veto bill to halt Syrian refugees
WASHINGTON — U.S. House lawmakers are moving ahead with a vote on legislation that would force the Obama administration to adopt more stringent requirements for refugees entering the U.S. from Syria, even as the White House said Wednesday night that it would veto the bill if it passes. The White House said Wednesday that the proposed legislation would introduce "unnecessary and … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: MoEngage, The Setup, Plytix, Zingle
Every day, the ProgrammableWeb team is busy, updating its three primary directories for APIs, clients (language-specific libraries or SDKs for consuming or providing APIs), and source code samples.
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Slashdot » Police Find Paris Attackers Coordinate Via Unencrypted SMS
schwit1 writes: In the wake of the tragic events in Paris last week encryption has continued to be a useful bogeyman for those with a voracious appetite for surveillance expansion. Like clockwork, numerous reports were quickly circulated suggesting that the terrorists used incredibly sophisticated encryption techniques, despite no evidence by investigators that this was the case. These reports varied in … [Link]
Mashable » Testing 'Relax' mode in Volvo's autonomous Concept 26
Volvo’s Concept 26 demonstrates how the interior of autonomous cars will look and feel in the near future. With free time behind the wheel, while your car drives itself, Volvo is keen to keep you comfortable and entertained. Its redesigned seating, luxurious cabin and engaging infotainment provide a realistic look at what the interior of autonomous cars will be like.Read more: … [Link]
Mashable » Vine's new feature lets you grab audio from any Vine to make your own
Want the Duck Army sound for your Vine? It's now as simple as tapping two icons. Vine announced a new feature which allows users to pull the audio from one Vine to remix into your own creation, in a post on its blog Wednesday. Accompanying this Audio Remix feature is the new ability to search Vines based on the audio used. … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Fallout 4 Mythbusters [Video]
Youtuber Defendthehouse is testing five Fallout 4 myths to see if they’re true or not. More episodes from this series will be coming soon! [DefendTheHouse] The post Fallout 4 Mythbusters [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » 'Star Wars: Battlefront' is amazing fan service with too little meat on the bone
Star Wars: Battlefront shouldn't work. It's a small game in terms of content. Multiplayer-only focus, four maps, just a handful of modes that stand out as uniquely Star Wars. Yet after a week of regular play, while Call of Duty and Fallout and Destiny all vie for attention, I can't seem to shake the urge to grab my Stormtrooper helmet and jump back in. See also: 'Star … [Link]
Mashable » YouTube Kids app hits 10 million downloads as it expands overseas
Pop quiz: Have more YouTube users watched Wheels on the Bus (yes, that classic kids song) or Psy’s viral smash hit Gangnam Style? Answer: Though Psy's video has racked up more than 2 billion views on YouTube since being released in July of 2012, Wheels On The Bus has actually been watched more by users (and has nearly a billion views … [Link]
Popular Science » Crowdfunded Selfie Drone Zano Maker Will Liquidate Instead
ZANO Drone Next To An iPhone 5 Torquing Group Ltd Zano drones promised a beautiful, ephemeral moment. The palm-sized drones, controlled by a smartphone app, were supposed to be the selfie-stick-without-a-stick, a drone based solution to a minor problem no one really had. It was still a delight, and when the project closed in January this year, 12,075 backers pledged … [Link]
Popular Science » You Can Now Charge Your Apple Watch On A Fancy Magnetic Dock
Apple Watch Dock Apple has announced their Watch dock. Check out the leaked unboxing below Apple Watch buyers wealthy enough to splurge on the $15,000 Edition version were lucky enough to have a jewelry case-style charging dock included with their purchase. The rest of the unwashed masses that own Apple Watches had to settle for an undignified magnetic USB charging … [Link]
Popular Science » Defense Department May Need To Use SpaceX For Its Next Satellite Launch
Falcon 9 Rocket SpaceX, via Wikimedia Commons The key to private space delivery may be terrible geopolitics. SpaceX, the rocket startup from Elon Musk, might soon get to carry its first military payload to space thanks in part to poor relations between the United States and Russia. SpaceX’s main competitor, the United Launch Alliance of Boeing and Lockheed Martin, repurposes … [Link]
Mashable » Chevrolet to unveil the long-range Bolt EV in January
LOS ANGELES — Watch out, Tesla, your reign as the only carmaker to offer a long-range electric car is about to end. Chevrolet is bringing the Bolt to the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). See also: VW's new Beetle Dune is a modern 'Baja Bug' for your daily commute Speaking to Mashable, General Motors' Executive Vice President of Global Product Development, … [Link]
Mashable » 6 ways to not be ‘that guy’ at your work events
We can all agree that one of the biggest faux pas of adulthood is being 'that guy' at an office party. Whether it's by woefully eschewing the dress code or scaring fellow colleagues with ferocious shuffling on the dance floor, we've all seen some serious 'that guy' behaviour that has made us shudder. But don't worry: As your work-etiquette spirit guides, … [Link]
Slashdot » Structural Engineer On the Fallacies of Movie Bridge Destruction
szczys writes: Suspension bridges like the Golden Gate Bridge and the Brooklyn Bridge are favorite victims for movie makers but are almost always shown to perform in violation of the laws of physics. Structural Engineer Alex Weinberg couldn't stay silent any longer. He covers how bridge collapses in several major films should have looked. The biggest offender? Christopher Nolan's The … [Link]
Mashable » Seattle's newly cleaned Gum Wall is — you guessed it — gummed up again
Seattle’s famous Gum Wall was just cleaned for the first time in 20 years. And now it's been about a week and people have already begun sticking gum back on the wall. You know the old saying, "once a gum wall, always a gum wall." Read more…More about Seattle, Us World, Us, History, and Standalone News [Link]
Mashable » Adele's favorite word is 'no' for everyone except Beyoncé
If you are looking for a role model to make sure you are in charge of your own destiny and just generally killing it, look no further than Adele The singer sat down to talk to Zane Lowe on Beats 1 for an hour-long conversation available on iTunes to talk about making 25, how fame and motherhood have changed her life … [Link]
Mashable » Doug Flutie's parents die of heart attacks within an hour of each other
Legendary NFL overachiever Doug Flutie shared heartbreaking news on Wednesday afternoon that he lost both parents to heart attacks within an hour of each other "They say you can die of a broken heart and I believe it," Flutie wrote in a Facebook post announcing his parents' deaths See also: Cam Newton dancing ignites NFL's dumbest 'debate' since Deflategate Here's the … [Link]
Popular Science » Ingestible Sensor Can Measure Your Vitals
Ingestible device measures vitals Albert Swiston/MIT Lincoln Laboratory via MIT News Doctors can learn a surprising amount about your health by simply listening to your body. The pulse and breathing rate in particular can indicate if a patient is stressed, or exercises often, or if he has a heart condition doctors should be watching. Now researchers from MIT have developed … [Link]
Mashable » Adorable rescue dog experiences a bed for the first time
Although Millie the bull terrier is 7-years-old, she never had the pleasure of experiencing the luxuries of a bed. But all of that changed recently when Millie's foster parents allowed her to check out their bed for the first time. Apparently Millie doesn't understand that beds are best used for resting If anyone's interested in adopting this playful pooch, you … [Link]
Mashable » Before every class, this teacher takes a moment to make his students feel special
Children learn to love or hate at an early age.I think it's time we actively work towards teaching love and acceptance. Posted by Special Books by Special Kids on Sunday, November 15, 2015 Chris Ulmer, a special education teacher at Keystone Academy in Jacksonville, Florida, has been experimenting with a rather unorthodox teaching method: giving each and every one of … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Hilarious: How to Play Fallout 4 [Video]
A quick and funny tutorial on how to be good at playing the new Fallout by Youtuber videogamedunkey. Warning: Language [videogamedunkey] The post Hilarious: How to Play Fallout 4 [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Adele's '25' leaked online (for real this time)
Adele’s album 25 has leaked — and this time it's for real. Everybody wants to get their hands on this album, and it looks someone actually has, and has shared it with the internetMashable has confirmed that the album leaked to torrent and file sharing sites earlier today A representative for Adele's team declined to comment on the leak See also: … [Link]
Slashdot » How Bill Nye Insulted NASCAR Fans About the Sport Being the "Anti-NASA"
MarkWhittington writes: Bill Nye, the former science guy and current head of the Planetary Society, is very depressed about NASA and NASCAR, according to a story in Business Insider. He believes that the red-state yokels pay too much attention to NASCAR, which employs gas guzzling cars in races, and not enough to NASA, which employs cutting edge and environmentally correct … [Link]
Mashable » How USA Network's 'Colony' occupied Los Angeles
Turning Los Angeles — the land of traffic jams — into an occupied city was no easy feat for the team on USA's upcoming sci-fi drama Colony A crew on the ground, a visual effects team in Denmark and an army of artists banded together to make the City of Angels into a City of Bicycles and Drones — and the … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump attended the Adele show to hear songs about men who are jerks
Donald Trump loves Adele, which makes sense, because Donald Trump loves all things about Donald Trump. And Adele has built her career on writing about men being assholes The GOP presidential candidate attended Adele's concert at Radio City Music Hall and reportedly cut in front of fans who had been waiting for hours See also: Adele has a very wise way … [Link]
Mashable » Boston woman wins $1 million on a scratch-off lottery ticket for the second time
A $1 million scratch ticket lottery win on Nov. 11 marks the second million dollar win and third large lottery prize for one Boston-area woman since 1996. Constance Carpenito's habit of purchasing $20 worth of scratch tickets every week from a Stop & Shop supermarket near her home has paid off handsomely See also: The majority of Americans lose sleep over … [Link]
Mashable » This is a terrible (or genius) way to get rid of your fall leaves
Raking leaves is awful, but it sure beats burning off your eyebrows. A few dudes decided to take a different approach to their annual leaf cleanup. Instead of carefully stuffing the leaves into a few garbage bags for compost, they decided to blow them up. Judging by the way the leaves exploded, we're pretty sure there was an incendiary device … [Link]
Mashable » 9 insanely over-the-top nail art designs from Tokyo's Nail Expo
LONDON — Prepare to be amazed. This year's Tokyo Nail Expo features some of the most intricate and extravagant works of nail art we've ever seen. From nine-inch talons encrusted with flowers to pom-pom bedecked falsies, this is nail art like you've never seen it before. Many artists seize the opportunity to show off their amazing designs and techniques at the … [Link]
Mashable » Cam Newton dancing ignites NFL's dumbest 'debate' since Deflategate
The NFL's latest pseudo-debate centers around Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton and an elaborate dance he did after scoring a touchdown this weekend to help his team remain undefeated The "debate" is dumb. Real dumb. But sometimes, you've got to put on your shit-stompers and wade into the muck to protect your own sanity and separate truth from turbulence. So here … [Link]
Mashable » 10 holiday marketing trends every small business should leverage
It’s that time of year again: The first hint of frost is in the air, the conversations are turning to turkey and gift-giving, and holiday puns are dancing like sugarplums in the minds of social media managers everywhere. Small business owners already have a lot on their plates during this time of year, so when it comes to holiday marketing, it … [Link]
Mashable » New York Times crossword puzzle tried (and failed) to make a feminism joke
[1 across: Epic fail.] The New York Times Crossword Puzzle is in [3 down: Scorching H2O] Wednesday after using a clue that suggests feminism promotes anger towards men See also: Photoshopping men out of politics shows the depressing truth about gender inequality The clue — 71A: "Exasperated comment from a feminist;" Answer: "Men!" — was highlighted by Michael Sharp on his … [Link]
Mashable » Tinder CEO makes an ass of himself right before parent company's IPO
No wonder businesses have to stay quiet right before they go public On the eve of his parent company's public offering, Tinder CEO and cofounder Sean Rad gave a baffling and embarrassing interview to The Evening Standard, in which he muses about doing "background research" to discredit a journalist who wrote an unflattering story of the app and eagerly boasts about … [Link]
Popular Science » Doctors Seek To Ban Prescription Drug Ads
Direct to consumer drug advertisements A still from an ad for Jubila, a prescription drug to treat toenail fungus, that played during the 2015 Super Bowl. Screenshot from USA Today Sports The United States is one of two countries in the world that allows pharmaceutical companies to market directly to consumers. Now the American Medical Association (AMA), the largest physician … [Link]
Slashdot » Julia Programming Language Receives $600k Donation
jones_supa writes: The Julia programming language has received a $600k donation from Moore Foundation. The foundation wants to get the language into a production version. This has a goal to create more efficient and powerful scientific computing tools to assist in data-driven research. The money will be granted over the next two years so the Julia Language team can move … [Link]
Popular Science » These Biohackers Are Creating Open-Source Insulin
Counter Culture Labs Is this where generic insulin might be discovered? Counter Culture Labs The 370 million people worldwide with diabetes rely on injections of insulin to regulate the amount of sugar in their blood, since their bodies can’t make the hormone themselves. Since there are no generic versions available in the United States, insulin is very expensive—that cost was … [Link]
Mashable » Messaging app Telegram blocks 78 'ISIS-related' channels
Telegram, a messaging app known for its emphasis on privacy and security, confirmed Wednesday it had shut down dozens of public channels that "were being used by ISIS to spread their propaganda." In a statement posted on the company's Telegram News channel, which is publicly accessible to the app's users, the company said that it had blocked 78 channels in the … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Google Tries Again With Google+
Google is relaunching Google+ with a greater emphasis on interest groups. It appears to be a recognition that for many users it was one social network too many. The changes revamp the organizational emphasis when users visit the site. Rather than personal posts and online friendships/contacts, the most prominent sections will now be Communities and Collections. Communities is simply interest … [Link]
Mashable » Seattle is giving people $100 to use for political campaign contributions
SEATTLE — Many voters don't have the money to donate to political candidates or don't care enough to bother But what if the government gave them $100 to dole out as they saw fit? That's the experiment underway in Seattle after voters this month adopted the nation's first voucher system for campaign contributions. The idea is to get those who don't … [Link]
Mashable » Ben Carson's map of America is terribly, terribly wrong
We knew Ben Carson had big plans for changing the United States — we just didn't know that included literally changing the United States. The Carson campaign shared an image of a U.S. map on various social media platforms on Tuesday nights, but there was a problem: Several states were labeled incorrectly, and others were shaped completely incorrectly. Take a look: … [Link]
Mashable » No, we can’t just ‘bomb the hell out of ISIS,’ Donald Trump
In a new round of radio ads, Donald Trump lays out his strategy for defeating the Islamic State which has taken responsibility for the Paris attacks that killed 129 people. His solution? "Bomb the hell of ISIS." Many Americans seem to agree. A majority want Washington to intensify its assault on the militant group, but not by sending in ground troops. … [Link]
Mashable » Good samaritan leaves kind note and gift for unsuspecting car owner
Yo Dawg! I don't know if you remember the MTV show called Pimp My Ride where rapper Xzibit basically dumped a few thousand dollars into lucky winners' rust buckets, but this one good samaritan recently channeled the show's spirit. ThatGuyBeezy shared his story of the kind stranger on the subreddit r/pics. According to his post, the stranger left a note on … [Link]
Mashable » Kendall and Kylie Jenner infect your brain with French kissing Snapchat
Teen activists Kendall and Kylie Jenner posted an important PSA about boundaries on Kylie's Snapchat account. In the video, Kylie goes in for a kiss and Kendall puts her tongue on her kid sister's tongue, as one does when looking for press for new clothing collection. The sisters just narrowly avoided an egging incident during a promotional event in Australia, which … [Link]
Mashable » Miley Cyrus just had a cringe-worthy mishap with her eyelash curler
Putting anything in or near your eyeball can be a rather dangerous undertaking — even if it's just an innocent eyelash curler Miley Cyrus recently had a rather unsavory run-in with her own eyelash curler, which she reported on her Instagram feed. Apparently when Cyrus used the curler on her lashes, the contraption broke off a clump of her lashes (eek!). … [Link]
Mashable » Volvo shows what the interior of a self-driving car will be like
When we discuss autonomous — or self-driving — cars, we often talk about smoother traffic, fewer accidents and more efficient driving. Arguably, these are relevant, but they miss perhaps the most important part of autonomous technology: People. Removing the driving responsibilities from humans doesn't mean they're no longer part of the equation at all. When your car is driving you … [Link]
Slashdot » Facebook Can Block Content Without Explanation, Says US Court
An anonymous reader writes: A U.S. court has ruled that Facebook can block any content posted to its site without explanation, after a Sikh group legally challenged the company for taking its page offline. U.S. Northern District of California Judge Lucy Koh ruled that the U.S. based rights group's encouragement of religious discrimination is illegal under the Communications Decency Act, … [Link]
Mashable » How a chance meeting forged a life-changing mentorship
Promoted by American GreetingsWe've all heard of a bucket list, but what about a ThankList? It's a list of people you want to thank for shaping you as a person. And a step toward a world that's just a little bit nicer. Share on social who’s on your #ThankList and tag the people who made you who you are today!They say … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » 15 Best PHP Libraries Every Developer Should Know
PHP is a powerful Web site scripting language that makes it easier for Web site developers to create dynamic and engaging Web pages. Developers can use PHP code with a number of Web site templates and frameworks for improved functionality and features. However, writing PHP code can be a tedious and time-consuming process. In order to reduce development time, developers … [Link]
Mashable » France cancels major climate rallies due to security concerns
French authorities announced Wednesday that they will not allow two major climate change rallies to take place leading up to and during the Paris Climate Summit. The rallies, which were expected to draw as many as 200,000 people, were intended to be a way for the growing climate movement to influence the negotiations taking place beginning on Nov. 30, during which … [Link]
Mashable » Conde Nast kills Details, the magazine for artistic, fun-loving dudes
NEW YORK — Another day, another magazine folding. This time it's men's fashion magazine, Details, which will see its last publication with its December 2015/January 2016 issue, according to a letter from Conde Nast CEO Bob Sauerberg to all employees Sauerberg addressed that in the upcoming new year, the brand would carry one men's lifestyle publication, GQ, and would invest in … [Link]
Mashable » Where Paris attackers once plotted, thousands protest for peace
BRUSSELS — "All together Molenbeek, solidarity!" shouted the crowd gathered in the neighborhood on the eastern end of Brussels that has become a focal point in the investigation into the Paris attacks The Brussels neighborhood, where several of the attackers lived, came together on Wednesday in a show of solidarity and support for the victims As dusk turned to night, around … [Link]
Mashable » Ketchup leather is the burger key you didn't know you were missing
Say goodbye to gross, mushy buns forever, America. Plan Check, an restaurant in Los Angeles, is well known for its interesting and original takes on traditional American cuisine — right down to the condiments it uses. See also: This is not a prank: Burger King really is bringing a black burger to America Chef Ernesto Uchimura, who is also the … [Link]
Mashable » You can't ride hoverboards in New York anymore. (You never could.)
If you’ve been to New York lately, you've likely seen — or crashed into someone on — one of those electric "hoverboards." You were likely annoyed, and the City of New York (yes, that's city with a capital C) feels the same way. The New York Police Department tweeted earlier this week: “Be advised that the electric hoverboard is illegal as … [Link]
Mashable » Mercedes' 2017 SL is as comfortable as an S-Class, as wild as a Ferrari
LOS ANGELES — The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class — as the German brand's flagship two-door, sporty roadster — has long been the the elder statesman of the luxury convertible segment. It's respected, and its historical significance is recognized by many, but it's never been the car you'd want to roll up to a hot, new club in. That is, unless the word … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » WTF: The Teletubbies Intro Recreated in GTA V [Video]
A side-by-side comparison of the real Teletubbies intro and the one created by Mefish in GTA V. Yeah, I know, that’s totally messed up. Just watch the thing. [Merfish] The post WTF: The Teletubbies Intro Recreated in GTA V [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Idris Elba is the badass star of new live-action commercial for Rainbow Six video game
For those who have their fingers crossed for Idris Elba to take up the James Bond mantle, an action-packed new ad for the upcoming Rainbow Six Siege may help tide you over in the meantime. The British actor stars in a new one-minute live-action spot for the latest installment in the first-person shooter franchise based on a Tom Clancy novel … [Link]
Mashable » French diners rally with #TousAuBistrot campaign
In the face of terror and mayhem, Paris has found a place to gather for community and solace: the dinner table On Tuesday evening, Parisians across the city went out to dinner as part of restaurant site Le Fooding's social media campaign #TousAuBistrot, reports The Verge See also: What to know before you rethink your trip to Paris So we were … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Soup' is coming to an end on E!
Get ready for your last helping of The Soup E! has announced that it's bringing the Joel McHale-hosted chat show to an end on Dec. 18 See also: Poop emoji plays the villain in hilarious fake trailer for 'Emoji Movie' The move comes 22 years after the show first debuted; at the time, it went by the name Talk Soup and … [Link]
Mashable » ISIS reaches new level of sophistication with tech-support 'help desk'
The Islamic State (ISIS) is now an international organization with many layers of complexity and logistical demands. And like any sprawling organization with a digital presence, it needs tech support. According to an NBC News report, ISIS staffs a "24-hour Jihadi Help Desk" designed to support its myriad activities, including but not limited to carrying out terror plots like Friday's attacks … [Link]
Mashable » Kentucky's Alex Poythress almost lost some teeth after this big dunk
Kentucky looks ready to dominate college basketball again after Tuesday night's convincing 74-63 win over defending champ Duke. Late in that statement victory, Wildcats freshman guard Jamal Murray threw a gorgeous alley-oop to senior forward Alex Poythress Then things almost got really, really ugly See also: 12 famous college basketball coaches who can't handle that booty Here's the play in question. … [Link]
Slashdot » How Cisco Is Trying To Prove It Can Keep NSA Spies Out of Its Gear
itwbennett writes: A now infamous photo [leaked by Edward Snowden] showed NSA employees around a box labeled Cisco during a so-called 'interdiction' operation, one of the spy agency's most productive programs,' writes Jeremy Kirk. 'Once that genie is out of the bottle, it's a hell of job to put it back in,' said Steve Durbin, managing director of the Information … [Link]
Mashable » Brother of Paris attackers lights candles at Brussels vigil
Mohamed Abdeslam, brother of suspected Paris attackers Salah and Brahim Abdeslam lit candles and placed them on the window sill of his home during a vigil in Molenbeek, Belgium on Thursday, in solidarity with the people of France. Mohamed has spoken to the media and said he was "not involved with anything to do with what happened." He also called on … [Link]
Popular Science » Iran Reveals Latest Humanoid Robot: 'Surena III'
Surena III Holds An Object Screenshot by author, from YouTube What’s over six feet tall, 216 pounds, and poses no direct threat to America? If you guessed “the latest humanoid robot from Iran,” you can probably skip this story—but for everyone else, the Surena III is Iran’s latest human-shaped technology demonstrator, as IEEE Spectrum reports. Revealed earlier this week, the … [Link]
Mashable » Josh Hutcherson's next move after 'Hunger Games': Director
After The Hunger Games' final film launches Friday, fans will get to see stars Jennifer Lawrence in Joy and Liam Hemsworth in The Dressmaker. But what about Josh Hutcherson, the third beloved member of the franchise trio? On Tuesday, Indigenous Media — a digital video company formed by award-winning filmmakers Jon Avnet (Black Swan executive producer), Rodrigo Garcia and Jake Avnet … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Pigeons taught to diagnose breast cancer on X-rays
Pigeons can learn to distinguish between healthy breast tissue and tumours – a skill that could earn them a job helping researchers develop medical imaging tools
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New Scientist – News » Human vocal cords built from scratch in world first
Scientists have grown vocal cords using human cells, which make voice-like sounds when placed in dog throats
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New Scientist – News » Pigeons taught to diagnose breast cancer on X-rays
Pigeons can learn to distinguish between healthy breast tissue and tumours – a skill that could earn them a job helping researchers develop medical imaging tools
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Mashable » This vodka brand is providing clean water to those in need
Promoted by Absolut ElyxAbsolut Elyx and Water For People are joining forces to bring safe water to 100,000 People.With Absolut Elyx, it’s not just about filling our own glasses – it’s about filling the glasses of those truly in need, with the most important drink in the world: Water.And we’re partnering with Water For People to provide ample clean water to those … [Link]
Mashable » Andy Murray gives himself a haircut mid-match against Rafa Nadal
Tennis players famously try many things to get themselves going in tough matches. There's yelling at themselves. There's yelling at line judges. There's — well, mostly there's just lots of yelling and aggressive muttering But Andy Murray broke the mold Wednesday when he stopped mid-match against Rafael Nadal to…give himself a little haircut See also: College student lands endorsement deal for … [Link]
Mashable » Adele has a very wise way to fight body image issues
Adele wants you to say hello to priorities During an interview with SiriusXM on Monday, Adele had a very wise answer to a question about body image, saying there's more to life than outward appearance See also: Adele offers beautiful tribute to Paris at New York show "I do have body image problems, for sure, but I don't let them ruin … [Link]
Popular Science » Which Health Tracker Is Right For You?
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Popular Science » Q&A: How 'Star Wars' Creators Made BB-8 Into A Robot Icon
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Popular Science » What We've Learned From The Pluto Flyby
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Mashable » People-pleasing dog knows just when to smile for the camera
#拍照笑一&#~ 來嘛！別~ :)來自用戶@~ Posted by 美拍 on Tuesday, November 17, 2015 It’s not easy to get humans to smile for the camera, forget household pets But some dogs just love the attention. In a video uploaded yesterday to Facebook, a large dog stands sullenly before the camera. He’s a good boy, so he sits quietly as the photographer prepares to … [Link]
Slashdot » Interviews: Alan Donovan and Brian Kernighan Answer Your Questions
A few weeks ago you had the chance to ask Alan Donovan and Brian Kernighan about programming and their upcoming book, The Go Programming Language (available as an eBook Friday the 20th). Below you'll find their answers to your questions. 
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Popular Science » A Guide To The Newest Artificially Intelligent Robots
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Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Out of Ammo [Comic]
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Popular Science » Researchers Make Vocal Cords In The Lab
The larynx and vocal cords, center Samir via Wikimedia Commons Like many things in life, you probably don’t think much about your voice until it’s gone. And though most people have had temporary bouts of voicelessness after a particularly nasty upper respiratory infection, some people lose their voices permanently when their vocal cords have to be removed due to cancer … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Deal of the Day: Get a 1TB SSD for Just $249.99 (Wow!)
Here’s a second deal for today. This is hands down the best price I’ve ever seen on a 1TB SSD ($249.99,) and if you’re worried about the quality, the drive was recommended by both AnandTech AND TweakTown! –Mushkin Enhanced Reactor 2.5″ 1TB SATA III Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) – $249.99 ———– The post Deal of the Day: Get a … [Link]
Mashable » Brennan is in the holiday spirit in 'Bones' sneak peek
Considering what a tough year it's been for the crew at the Jeffersonian, it makes sense that they'd want to spend the holidays giving thanks for one another. And that's exactly Brennan's plan: invite her friends over for a delightful Thanksgiving meal It's a nice sentiment, for sure, but let's just say she has a little work to do on … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Colin Furze’s Epic Apocalyptic Bunker Project [Video]
Inventor Colin Furze built himself the ultimate man cave, which also happens to be an apocalyptic bunker! Check it out! [colinfurze] The post Colin Furze’s Epic Apocalyptic Bunker Project [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Popular Science » Q&A: How 'Star Wars' Creators Made BB-8 Into A Robot Icon
Courtesy Lucas Films BB-8 Engineers built seven versions of BB-8 for filming, plus one for red-carpet events. Star Wars: The Force Awakens doesn’t hit theaters until December 18, but it already has a breakout star: BB-8, the endearing ball droid that made its debut in the movie trailer this summer. Rather than rely on computer graphics, director J.J. Abrams asked … [Link]
Popular Science » Which Health Tracker Is Right For You?
One in five Americans now has a fitness tracker. The gadgets in this $500 million market measure your every move (plus breath and heart rate). “We’re beyond the glut of trackers that just monitor how many steps you take,” says Christine Lemke, chief product officer for Evidation Health, a startup that evaluates the utility of health devices. But popularity breeds … [Link]
Popular Science » What We've Learned From The Pluto Flyby
Planetary scientist Cathy Olkin from the New Horizons mission Matt Nager In July, the New Horizons spacecraft zipped past Pluto at more than 30,000 miles per hour. But other than snapping our first close-up views of the dwarf planet, what was the point of this decade-long trip? We asked Cathy Olkin, the mission’s deputy project scientist, what we can learn … [Link]
Mashable » College student lands endorsement deal for beer-mile skills
Lewis Kent is living the dream — truly, fully, beautifully living the dream — out at the University of Western Ontario. The 22-year-old student just landed a shoe and apparel deal from Brooks, a running shoe brand. Kent's claim to fame, however, comes a bit off the beaten path: He's the beer-mile world record holder See also: How Lagunitas dodged a … [Link]
New Scientist – News » The five-point plan to help Paris survivors recover from attacks
The world's top psychologists have come up with a plan to help prevent long-lasting health problems in those who have experienced severe trauma
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New Scientist – News » Global amphibian killer eliminated in wild for the first time
Chytrid fungus, the scourge of amphibians across the world, has been cleared from wild sites for the first time by treating toads with drugs and disinfecting their pools
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New Scientist – News » Is Russia building an underwater drone to deliver a dirty bomb?
A secret document leaked on Russian TV last week revealed plans for a Dr Strangelove-style nuclear-armed drone. But all is not as it seems
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New Scientist – News » Climate change and La Niña may bring severe floods to Australia
Catastrophic floods in Queensland in 2010-11 have been linked to a combination of global warming and a La Niña event. The dynamic duo may be back next year
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New Scientist – News » Analysis links 590 suicides to push to get disabled working
A UK government programme to reduce the number of people claiming disability benefit seems to have increased mental health problems, including suicide
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New Scientist – News » First direct evidence of impact of pesticide on bee pollination
Bumblebees exposed to neonicotinoid pesticides visited flowers less and collected less pollen – and that resulted in fewer seeds in the fruit
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New Scientist – News » 60 Seconds
Mars rover heads for sand pit, barely any ice for bears, last Ebola baby
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New Scientist – News » Anti-booze drug may flush out dormant HIV and could lead to cure
A drug used to treat alcohol addiction seems to wake up dormant HIV, a vital step towards a complete cure
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New Scientist – News » Alzheimer’s introduced to Colombian town by Spanish conquistador
Yarumal in Colombia is famous for its thousands of cases of Alzheimer's – now the disease has been traced to a single Spanish conquistador in the early 17th century
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New Scientist – News » Supergene flip allows males to steal matings
Male ruff sandpipers come in three types, each with its own bizarre mating strategy, thanks to a supergene created 3.8 million years ago
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New Scientist – News » Complex problem made simple sends computer scientists wild
A potential breakthrough in a long-standing problem called graph isomorphism is lighting up the theoretical-computer-science community
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New Scientist – News » Unstable Greenland glacier is speeding up and draining more ice
Yet another of the immense glaciers in Greenland is retreating and crumbling faster as warmer waters undermine it
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New Scientist – News » Named: Hotspots in England where antibiotics are overprescribed
The country's worst areas for antibiotic misuse include deprived areas in Essex, Lincolnshire and Norfolk, as well as wealthy Chelsea
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New Scientist – News » Origin of Earth’s water traced back to the birth of our planet
Rather than arriving by meteorite, Earth's water seems to originate in the very dust that formed our planet – the same could be true of other worlds
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New Scientist – News » Powdered glue goes on dry and sticks when squished
A new powdered form of adhesive is dry and pourable, meaning it can stick in hard-to-reach places and to rough materials
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New Scientist – News » Ants use their flattened heads as doors to lock down their nests
Some ants defend their nests simply by wedging their specially evolved heads in the entrances, where they act as an impenetrable door
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New Scientist – News » Local supernova 2 million years ago solves cosmic ray puzzle
We're still feeling the glow of a 2-million-year-old supernova in our cosmic neighbourhood
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New Scientist – News » Baby photos of distant planet are first to capture formation
We may have spotted 2000 exoplanets, but not a single one has been directly observed during its formation, until now – giving us a window on how planets bulk up
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New Scientist – News » Kids’ sense of fairness depends on country they were born in
Children brought up in a Western culture are more likely than those from other countries to reject an unfair offer that would have worked in their favour
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New Scientist – News » One Per Cent
Smiles down the years, software get emotional
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Mashable » Honda's all-new Civic Coupe is surprisingly sporty and stylish
LOS ANGELES — The Honda Civic has long been one of the best-selling cars in America. Although reliable and a sales juggernaut, it's never been very sporty or stylish. For 2016, Honda aims to change that. See also: VW's new Beetle Dune is a modern 'Baja Bug' for your daily commute Continuing the premium-styling precedent set by the new Civic Sedan, … [Link]
Slashdot » Another Crowd-funded Drone Project Collapses
An anonymous reader writes: Less than two weeks after we heard about the "robotic dragonfly" project failing, the BBC brings news that an even bigger crowd-funded drone project has given up development as well. The ZANO mini-drone raised a whopping £2.3 million on Kickstarter ($3.5 million), after asking for a mere £125,000 to get off the ground. They were supposed … [Link]
Mashable » Dog is severely confused when kitten hitches a ride on his back
Wait a minute … where did that scampish kitten go? This dog has no idea where his kitty friend went, but he gets the sneaking suspicion that SOMEBODY has hitched a ride on his back. If only he could actually manage to see who it was! Clearly, evil genius behavior starts early in cat development. This guy built an apocalypse-proof … [Link]
Mashable » For the first time, scientists spot baby planets forming around an alien star
For the first time, scientists have caught sight of planets in the hot, messy act of being born. Astronomers using the Large Binocular Telescope and the Magellan Adaptive Optics System on Earth have discovered what appears to be at least one planet (called LkCa 15b) about the size of Jupiter or Saturn forming in orbit around its sunlike star. See also: … [Link]
Mashable » The world's longest bike is as long as half a New York City block
A dutch cycling group is in for the long haul, literally. Members of organization Mijl Van Mares Werkploeg secured themselves a place in the Guinness World Records 2016 when they broke the record for the longest bicycle in the world. But there's an even longer bike waiting to nab the record. See also: 27 Brickin' Incredible Lego Creations Mijl Van … [Link]
Mashable » Matthew McConaughey won't be alright, alright, alright if you miss him on 'SNL'
When you pick up the phone, you might be surprised to hear Matthew McConaughey on the line — saying "hello" from the other side. He's so desperate for people to watch his upcoming episode of Saturday Night Live, featuring musical guest Adele, that he and Kate McKinnon have set up their own call center dedicated to the cause You can … [Link]
Mashable » Jeb Bush calls for ground troops, air strikes to attack ISIS
WASHINGTON — Speaking at a press conference in Ankara, Turkey earlier this week, President Obama chided his political opponents who he says "pop off" with their opinions about the U.S. campaign against the Islamic State. "If folks want to pop off and have opinions about what they think they would do, present a specific plan," Obama said. See also: Where the … [Link]
Mashable » ISIS magazine: 'Nightmare in France has only begun'
The Islamic State published a new edition of its propaganda magazine Wednesday, calling last week's attacks in Paris and the bombing of a Russian passenger jet earlier this month "revenge" for French and Russian military actions in Iraq and Syria. See also: Live updates: Paris after the terror attacks The Paris attacks — in which several gunmen and suicide bombers killed … [Link]
Slashdot » The Oxford Dictionaries Word of the Year 2015 Is an Emoji
AmiMoJo writes: For the first time ever, the Oxford Dictionaries Word of the Year is a pictograph (that Slashdot is unable to reproduce), officially called the 'Face with Tears of Joy' emoji (U+1F602). Oxford University Press have partnered with SwiftKey to explore frequency and usage statistics for some of the most popular emoji across the world. Emoji is a Japanese … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 8 Types of People Who Take Photos with Cosplayers [Video]
There’s probably more than that, but here are 8 types of people who take photos with cosplayers, courtesy to the always awesome Stella Chuu! Don’t forget geeks, don’t be a convention creeper! [Stella Chuu] The post 8 Types of People Who Take Photos with Cosplayers [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Netflix's Luke Cage on the pressure of playing Nic Cage's namesake
It’s not easy taking on a high-profile role. Many actors have faced the pressure of portraying characters long beloved by rabid fans — and with Netflix premiering its new series Jessica Jones this week, one actor is facing possibly the biggest responsibility yet. That's right: Netflix is finally bringing comic book hero-for-hire Luke Cage to life. He's a Marvel character known … [Link]
Mashable » What you need to know about Syrian refugees
Who are the 4.2 million Syrians who have fled their country? This is the question that more than half the governors in the United States and many politicians in Europe are asking. There has been a lot of speculation and concern about this population after a fake Syrian passport was found on the body of one of the terrorists who killed … [Link]
Mashable » Cadillac's CT6 plug-in hybrid combines the best of both worlds
LOS ANGELES — Cadillac has just unveiled the all-new CT6 Plug-in Hybrid — a full-size luxury sedan that aims to be as sporty as it is eco-friendly. See also: VW's new Beetle Dune is a modern 'Baja Bug' for your daily commute For the last few years, it seemed that powerful, rear-wheel drive sports sedans and eco-friendly plug-in hybrids would remain … [Link]
Mashable » What we know about the ISIS jihadi who planned the Paris terror attacks
SAINT-DENIS, France — The presumed mastermind of last week's devastating attacks in Paris once bragged about being so slippery he could move undetected between Syria and Belgium, his home country. On Wednesday he was targeted in a police operation in Paris. See also: Those we lost: The victims of the Paris attacks Explosions and gunfire rang out as French police stormed … [Link]
Mashable » 4 key things you need to know about the Paris attackers
BRUSSELS, Belgium — On Wednesday morning, French police stormed an apartment in Paris' Saint-Denis neighborhood, in a raid they say was targeting the alleged mastermind of last week's attacks that left 129 people dead. See also: A breeding ground for terror in Brussels, where Paris attackers lived, has a tangled history The raid lasted for 7 hours. At the end of … [Link]
Mashable » Ex-London mayor apologises for saying MP with depression needs 'help'
LONDON — Former London Mayor Ken Livingstone has apologised — at Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn's behest — for saying a minister with a history of mental illness who criticised him needed "psychiatric help." See also: This illustrator is raising mental health awareness by drawing conditions as monsters The minister, Kevan Jones, has spoken before about his experience with depression, and said … [Link]
Mashable » Google's latest experiment will let you use apps you haven't downloaded
Google keeps making its mobile app more useful. The company introduced a new feature to its Android app Wednesday that allows users to access and use apps from search results without downloading them first. See also: Google now shows you how to avoid lines at restaurants and coffee shops The feature, which Google is calling "app streaming," is rolling out now … [Link]
Mashable » Carly Simon says Warren Beatty is kind of right about 'You're So Vain' being about him
Carly Simon has revealed what we already knew: "You're So Vain" is really just a self-fulfilling prophecy The singer recently told People that Warren Beatty, who thinks the song is about him, is right. Sort of: "I have confirmed that the second verse is Warren," she clarifies. The other two verses, says Simon, are about men whose identities have not been … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft Open-Sources Visual Studio Code
An anonymous reader writes: Microsoft today unleashed a torrent of news at its Connect(); 2015 developer event in New York City. The company open-sourced code editing software Visual Studio Code, launched a free Visual Studio Dev Essentials program, pushed out .NET Core 5 and ASP.NET 5 release candidates, unveiled Visual Studio cloud subscriptions, debuted the Visual Studio Marketplace, and a … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Google Adds Predictive Travel Time to Maps API
Google recently announced the addition of its predictive travel time feature to the Google Maps API. Predictive travel time stands as one of the most powerful features of the consumer Google Maps offering, and Google decided to extend the functionality to developers and business partners. Predictive travel time digests historical time-of-day and day-of-week traffic data to estimate future travel times. … [Link]
Mashable » 8 cringeworthy sex scenes from 2015 novels that are so bad they're up for an award
LONDON — If there's one thing the Bad Sex in Fiction Award has taught us, it's that sex scenes in novels are not easy to get right. They are, however, incredibly easy to get wrong. The 2015 nominees — which were announced recently by the Literary Review — are further testament to this, with scenes that veer from the intensely wordy … [Link]
Mashable » Please breathe, everyone: Harry Styles admits he's hooked up with fan
While playing 'Never Have I Ever' on The Ellen Show, One Direction — Harry Styles, Liam Payne, Niall Horan and Louis Tomlinson — 'fessed up to some pretty serious stuff. For example: Niall has borrowed Harry's toothbrush without asking; Liam regretted his chevron tattoo when he first got it. Go figure. But the bit's biggest revelation came from Harry, who … [Link]
Mashable » Eagles of Death Metal speak out after Paris attacks: 'Love overshadows evil'
Five days after the terrorist attacks that killed at least 129 people in Paris — including dozens at the Bataclan concert hall — Eagles of Death Metal, the American band playing the Bataclan when the siege began, issued a statement about the attacks via Facebook. See also: Those we lost: The victims of the Paris attacks "While the band is now … [Link]
Mashable » Chubby little mole gets stuck in a hole, has no idea how to get himself out
This chubby mole in Gorinchem, Holland is having some problems All he wanted to do was tunnel out of the ground, but he soon found himself in a rather compromising position — with half of his body stuck in a hole, and the other half wiggling aboveground. The little dude tries his hardest to free himself, but moles aren't exactly … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Tinder [Comic]
[Source: Neil Kohney’s The Other End | Like “Neil Kohney’s The Other End” on Facebook] The post Tinder [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » What a terrible video conference call would look like IRL
When was the last time you had a successful, glitch-free video conference call? Oh, never? That's what we thought. A new video from Tripp and Tyler depicts the horrors of the video call — from pixel-y images to background noise — IRL. And it's just as irritating as you'd imagine. Hope you like troubleshooting. Doug the Pug is a dog on pizza … [Link]
Mashable » Dedicated new mom takes college exam while in labor
Despite a grueling 20 hours of labor, Tommitrise Collins from Macon, Georgia was determined to complete her psychology test on Thursday while she was in labor at the Coliseum Medical Center. According to local news outlet Fox 5 News, Thursday was the only day that Collins could take the exam, so she took her laptop to the hospital and completed the … [Link]
Mashable » The gun battle between Paris police and suspects during 7-hour raid
Early on Nov. 18 morning, a police raid took place in the Saint-Denis district of Paris. The siege lasted for over seven hours and two people were killed during the raids, including a suicide bomber who detonated a vest. As of now, a total of 25 people have been arrested.Read more: http://on.mash.to/1O2LHoLFollow our live updates here: http://on.mash.to/1NbGXhu Read more…More about Raid, … [Link]
Slashdot » First Liquid-Cooling Laser Could Advance Biological Research
Zothecula writes: In a world where lasers are sci-fi's weapon of choice for melting away an enemy spaceship, researchers at the University of Washington have swum against the current and produced the first laser capable of cooling liquids. " They demonstrated that the laser could refrigerate saline solution and cell culture media that are commonly used in genetic and molecular … [Link]
Mashable » Loyal police dog killed during hunt for Paris attackers is remembered as hero
Two people were killed and seven were arrested during a police raid in the northern Paris suburb of Saint-Denis early Wednesday, which targeted the masterminds behind the Paris attacks. A 7-year-old police dog was also killed, according to police — a Belgian Shepherd named Diesel. "Assault and explosives search dogs are indispensable in the missions of the operators of the raid," … [Link]
Mashable » Doug the Pug is a dog on pizza in 'The Hungry Games'
The faraway whistle of the Mockingjay is still singing somewhere in the woods, belting out its call for whoever will listen. Though this time, the melody is calling out for the hottest entertainment star of the decade. No, not J-Law — Doug the Pug in a flowing braided wig. The Hungry Games follows Doug Everdeen as he roams the crevasses … [Link]
Mashable » What to know before you rethink your trip to Paris
PARIS, France — Scenes of panic on the streets and an order from the French government to send in troops have created an outward appearance of a city in chaos. Here, however, life is continuing as normally as possible outside the sites of Friday's attacks. And on Wednesday, President Francois Hollande urged his compatriots to go back out to cafes and … [Link]
Mashable » Samsung now warns users to not insert pen wrong way in Galaxy Note 5
If you own a Samsung Galaxy Note 5, don't insert the stylus the wrong way. Samsung will now tell you as much with a new warning label. See also: Samsung Galaxy Note 5: The big screen goes chic, but at a cost After it was revealed inserting the S Pen stylus on the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 backwards would permanently damage … [Link]
Mashable » Uncategorizable, beloved '90s band Ween announces reunion shows for 2016
Ween — a band that may best be described as the Phish of the darkest timeline — is coming back. In a move that no one saw coming but everyone should celebrate, Dean and Gene Ween will reunite for a pair of shows on Feb. 12 and 13. 2016 in Broomfield, Colo. at the 1st Bank Center. They'll be joined by longtime … [Link]
Mashable » How to spent the shortest amount of time possible in airport security
Every airport has those people who slow down the entire process for everyone, from check-in to boarding. From the woman who forgets to remove her liquids to the man who doesn't remove his laptop from its case, some people in airport security are just the worst. See also: TSA Pre-Check security lines won't accept commoners anymore So, in order to solve … [Link]
Mashable » ISIS claims this is the bomb that downed the Russian plane
The Islamic State group has released a photo of the bomb it says was used to bring down a Russian passenger plane in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula last month, killing all 224 people on board. The picture was published in the latest issue of the extremist group's English-language magazine, with the caption "EXCLUSIVE – Image of the IED used to bring down … [Link]
Mashable » Tom Hardy has a thing for playing raging psychopaths
Can someone check on Tom Hardy? At this point in his career, the actor has played more lunatics, violent criminals and villainous masterminds than is probably healthy. If you don't believe us, just take a look at this supercut by Digg. Entitled simply "Don't Fuck With Tom Hardy," the video is like a crash course in how to play intense, … [Link]
Slashdot » Star Wars Battlefront Released
An anonymous reader writes: Yesterday marked the release of Star Wars Battlefront, EA DICE's attempt to resurrect a Star Wars video game series that had great success a decade ago, but gradually petered out over the course of several years. Early reviews for the game are mixed. Games Radar's video review gives it a lot of credit for being incredibly … [Link]
Mashable » The moments of tension that filled the streets during police raid in Paris suburb
Early Wednesday morning, a gun battle took place in Saint-Denis, a northern suburb of Paris. The siege lasted for more than seven hours and two people were killed during the raids, including a suicide bomber who detonated a vest. Seven others were arrested. The apartment raided was believed to have been the hiding location of terrorists suspected to be involved in … [Link]
Popular Science » The Artist Who Turned Blood into Photographs
Jaden Hastings, Plasmatype (2015) This spring, as biologist-turned-artist Jaden Hastings was developing her new prints, she noticed something strange. The maroon-colored images smelled faintly of blood—particularly her own blood. The sharp scent was an intimate reminder that the prints came, at least partly, from her body. Hastings is a bioartist who uses living tissues and organisms as her medium. To … [Link]
Popular Science » Tamping Down Epilepsy With Electricity
Electric Brain Dan Forbes/Trunk Archive By age 32, Sheri Finstad’s epileptic seizures had become unbearable. She frequently fell, injured herself, and got concussions. Her doctors tried neurosurgery to better understand her condition, and a special diet and medication to treat it, to no avail. Then she enrolled in an experimental trial at the Mayo Clinic. A surgical team implanted two … [Link]
Mashable » 9 things we learned from Zayn Malik's first interview as a solo artist
LONDON — 7 months and 30 days ago, Zayn Malik left One Direction's On The Road Again world tour. Six days later, we learned that he was leaving the band for good See also: One Direction's suprise message to fans is sending them into emotional overdrive Harry cried (poor baby) during 1D's first show after Malik's departure; a tease of Zayn's … [Link]
Mashable » If you want the ultimate Thanksgiving, follow this mom's spreadsheet
No matter how organized you think you are, you'll never be this super mom. On Nov. 17, Reddit user alanpep posted an impressively detailed spreadsheet with the comment, "how my mother plans for Thanksgiving dinner." See also: Fool your family with this vending machine Thanksgiving View post on imgur.com The spreadsheet details not only the perfect timing for prepping each dish … [Link]
Mashable » What's the procedure for testing the back end of a website?
In this Ask A Dev, QA engineer Derrick Steele tells us about all the steps to test the properties of data in a backend database in order to keep a website running smoothly. For starters, Steele familiarizes us with the ACID (Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation and Durability) principles. Once we've got those principles down pat, Steele takes us through the other … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook launches dedicated 'fundraiser' pages for nonprofits
Nearly two months after Facebook announced the creation of its Social Good team, which aims to build tools that help people do more good around the world, the social media giant has launched its latest cause-focused products: fundraiser pages and improved Donate buttons for nonprofits "Fundraisers" are dedicated pages where nonprofits can raise money for specific campaigns, whether it's for the … [Link]
Mashable » Outside the Iowa caucus spotlight, Iowans wait to be heard
DES MOINES — In the parking lot of a Hy-Vee supermarket on the north side of Des Moines, in the same beige strip mall as a Bernie Sanders campaign office, Isabella Miller is frustrated. The 65-year-old raised two kids after a divorce and struggled to make ends meet even while working two jobs. She missed utility bills and had to seek … [Link]
Mashable » Study: At least 100,000 in Texas have induced abortions without medical help
When women cannot get an abortion from a medical provider, they must make a gut-wrenching decision: do they keep an unwanted pregnancy or try to end it on their own? Research shows that women rarely try to induce their own abortions, but activists fear that grim reality will become more common if states across the country continue to impose restrictions on … [Link]
Slashdot » US Rep. Joe Barton Has a Plan To Stop Terrorists: Shut Down Websites
Earthquake Retrofit writes: In an FCC oversight hearing, U.S. Representative Joe Barton (R-TX) asked Chairman Tom Wheeler if it's possible to shut down websites used by ISIS and other terrorist groups. He said, "Isn't there something we can do under existing law to shut those Internet sites down, and I know they pop up like weeds, but once they do … [Link]
Mashable » Exhausted dad sings the song of his people: 'Shut up and go to sleep'
When you're down on sleep, that's when the ridiculous ideas start popping into your head. After two sleepless nights, singer and father Reed Verdesoto decided to vent some of his frustration with an anthem for parents all over the world, appropriately title, "Shut Up and Go to Sleep," based off Walk the Moon's 2014 hit "Shut Up and Dance." Hopefully … [Link]
Mashable » Univision adds yet another subscription streaming service to the fray
If it's unbundling we wanted, it's unbundling that we're getting. Univision launched a streaming subscription service on Monday, asking $5.99 a month for access to its live broadcasts as well as some on-demand content. See also: Univision is going public, and with it comes a first look at Fusion's losses “In addition to our robust TV Everywhere offering for pay TV … [Link]
Mashable » The people of Beirut, forgotten after ISIS bombings, united by pain
BEIRUT, Lebanon — In the gathering dusk of the autumnal evening, the first blast tore through the busy shopping streets in Beirut's southern suburb of Burj al-Barajneh. Within minutes, a second explosion ripped through the gathered crowd The twin explosions Thursday left at least 43 people dead and more than 200 wounded. Residents watched in horror as the death toll climbed … [Link]
Mashable » Adele offers beautiful tribute to Paris at New York show
Adele's Tuesday concert at New York City's Radio City Music Hall was bathed in red, white and blue at one point, as the singer offered a moving tribute to the city of Paris. Cheers went up from the crowd when images of the Eiffel Tower and the capital's cityscape flashed onto the backdrop behind the stage while the singer performed … [Link]
Mashable » 6 inspiring 'Humans of New York' spinoffs from India
Chances are that you already follow the immensely popular photoblog Humans of New York. Started by Brandon Stanton to take candid portraits of the people of New York City, HONY has travelled to countries such as Kenya, Uganda, Iraq, Iran, Pakistan, Ukraine, Vietnam, and even India. Inspired by HONY’s intimate snapshots, these street photography projects document cities across India. Like the … [Link]
Mashable » $3.5 million Kickstarter drone Zano folds after delays and resignations
With more than £2.3 million ($3.5 million) in funds from 12,000 backers, Kickstarter-backed autonomous drone Zano seemed like it had a bright future Alas, it was not meant to be. Torquing, the company behind the project, sent an email to backers Wednesday, warning them that Zano is essentially dead See also: 25 Best Free Android Apps "Having explored all options known … [Link]
Slashdot » UK's Coal Plants To Be Phased Out Within 10 Years
AmiMoJo writes: The UK's remaining coal-fired power stations will be shut by 2025, Energy Secretary Amber Rudd has announced. They will mostly be replaced with gas. Currently, coal provides 28% of the UK's electricity. Japanese/European nuclear plants built in the UK are also expected to contribute. The big question is how to ensure gas plants are built to replace it. … [Link]
Mashable » 'Creed' review: The 'Rocky' franchise roars again with a searing jolt of adrenaline
Somewhere up there, Apollo Creed is looking down at his son and smiling After 40 years of Balboa, the Rocky franchise has been given a new life and a brand-new star in Michael B. Jordan, a fighter strong and scrappy enough to carry Sylvester Stallone's torch Creed is thoroughly modern, thrusting the nostalgic world of Rocky into 2015 while incorporating generous … [Link]
Popular Science » What Will Shopping Look Like in the Future?
For those of you who don’t enjoy waiting in line overnight to get Black Friday deals, wandering the endless aisles of the grocery store in search of soy sauce, or mailing back pair after pair of ill-fitting shoes bought online, we have good news for you: Shopping in the future is going to be much easier. Between smartphones and tracking … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Ear and tongue sensors combine to understand “silent speech”
A new invention can recognise non-verbal speech by keeping tabs on your tongue and ears. It could allow silent control of wearable computers
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Slashdot » AMA Calls For Ban On Direct-To-Consumer Advertising of Prescription Drugs
HughPickens.com writes: The Associated Press reports that the American Medical Association has called for a ban on direct-to-consumer ads for prescription drugs and implantable medical devices, saying they contribute to rising costs and patients' demands for inappropriate treatment. According to data cited in an AMA news release, ad dollars spent by drugmakers have risen to $4.5 billion in the last … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazon Deal of the Day: 46% Off Monty Python and the Holy Grail Limited Edition Castle Catapult Gift Set [Blu-ray] – $29.99
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, get the Monty Python and the Holy Grail Limited Edition Castle Catapult Gift Set on blu-ray for just $29.99. That’s 46% off on the gift set’s regular list price of $55.99. Once in a lifetime there comes a motion picture that changes the whole history of motion pictures. A picture so stunning … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 7 Videogame Visions of the Future Humans Have Completely Ruined
Truth is, humanity will probably destroy civilization, so these 7 video games were probably not that off about the future. Just being honest. (PlaystationAccess) The post 7 Videogame Visions of the Future Humans Have Completely Ruined appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 8 Star Wars Games You Should Play Before “Force Awakens” Comes Out [Video]
We are all super excited about The Force Awakens next month, so how do we bide our time while we wait? Well, you could play these 8 awesome Star Wars games to really get you pumped up and remind you why that galaxy far, far away is one of our favorites, real or not. [Zoomin.TV.Games] The post 8 Star Wars … [Link]
Slashdot » ULA Concedes GPS Launch Competition To SpaceX
schwit1 writes: ULA has decided against bidding on a military GPS launch contract, leaving the field clear for SpaceX. "ULA, which for the past decade has launched nearly every U.S. national security satellite, said Nov. 16 it did not submit a bid to launch a GPS 3 satellite for the Air Force in 2018 in part because it does not … [Link]
Mashable » Tesco just released a chocolate and cherry sandwich and Britain can’t cope
LONDON — As Christmas sandwiches begin to fill supermarket shelves across the land, one supermarket has thrown caution to the wind and released a chocolate and cherry sandwich. Tesco's new chocolate and cherry sandwich hit shelves last week, just in time for the festive season. But, the days of turkey and stuffing sandwiches could be numbered, given the extraordinary response elicited … [Link]
Mashable » India's Censor Board cuts James Bond's "excessive" kissing in 'Spectre'
James Bond may be known for his legendary charm with the ladies, but in India, he's been forced to curb his passion in the name of viewer discretion. The new Bond film Spectre has been cleared by India's Censor Board of Film Certification with a U/A certificate, but only after four cuts, two of which were for "unnecessary" kissing between Daniel … [Link]
Mashable » Uber's quest to sell everything now extends to football tickets
Uber is so confident in its ability to sell that it doesn't mind becoming the patron saint of lost capitalist causes The world's most valuable technology startup may be taking on its most challenging task yet: selling tickets to the Jacksonville Jaguars, often described as one of the most hopeless teams in the National Football League. Uber is partnering with the … [Link]
Mashable » The future of smart home living
SmartThings’ idea for smart living started with an unfortunate situation: A flood. About four years ago, Samsung SmartThings Founder and CEO Alex Hawkinson was away from his mountain home for the winter. During that time, the power went out during a storm, the pipes froze — and when they burst, the house flooded. See also: Welcome to your Smart home: Custom control … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 18 November 2015
If The Paris Hackers Weren’t Using Crypto, The Next Ones Will (Cory Doctorow) — But the reality is that criminals will be using crypto soon, if they aren’t already, for the same reason they’re using computers. Using crypto is the … [Link]
Mashable » A music journaling app swaps words for sounds to help you express emotions
When Ivor Williams and Alex Rothera were teenagers, they both suffered the loss of friends, through suicide and a car accident. Through their experiences, they understood the need for young people to express themselves in a meaningful way. And they also understood that sometimes words just aren't enough. Using their background as designers and technologists, Williams and Rothera founded Humane Engineering, … [Link]
Mashable » 'Game of Thrones' star Natalie Dormer drops hints about Season 6 storyline
Whenever you've got a Game of Thrones star on your TV show, the absolute number one priority is to squeeze as much information out of them about the upcoming season as humanly possible. James Corden clearly knows this, and he wasted no time at all when he had Natalie Dormer as a guest on The Late Late Show recently. See … [Link]
Mashable » The all-black WWI regiment renowned for courage despite prejudice
1918Soldiers of the 369th Infantry Regiment stand at attention.Image: Interim Archives/Getty ImagesThe 369th Infantry Regiment was the first African-American regiment to fight in World War I. First constituted on June 2, 1913 as the 15th New York Infantry Regiment of the New York Army National Guard, it was renamed in 1918, The 369th shipped out at the end of 1917 and was assigned … [Link]
Mashable » Amazon's Black Friday deals will include $100 Kindle Paperwhite, $35 Fire
Yes, Amazon's pre-Black Friday deals were here nearly three weeks ago, but now the company announced more pre-Black Friday deals to feast upon while you wait for actual Black Friday deals For the consumer, this means one simple thing: savings See also: Amazon's Black Friday site is here, almost a month before Black Friday On Friday, Nov. 20, the company will … [Link]
Mashable » Google slashes minimum app prices to way below $0.99 in 17 countries
Google has significantly reduced the minimum app prices in 17 countries to better reflect the differences in purchasing power around the world Until now, the minimum app price globally (save for India, where Google piloted lower prices earlier this year) was somewhere around $0.99 (in some markets, they were lower than that, but never below 50 cents). Now, developers in countries … [Link]
Mashable » L'Equipe publishes moving front page to thank English football fans
LONDON — French sports paper L'Equipe has thanked English football fans following the France-England international friendly match played Tuesday night at London's Wembley Stadium. Before the match, the entire stadium took part in an emotional rendition of "La Marseillaise," the French national anthem, before gathering in a circle in the centre of the pitch to observe a minute's silence for the … [Link]
Slashdot » Terrorism Case Challenges FISA Spying
An anonymous reader writes: As we've come to terms with revelations of U.S. surveillance over the past couple years, we've started to see lawsuits spring up challenging the constitutionality of the spying. Unfortunately, it's slow; one of the difficulties is that it's hard to gain standing in court if you haven't been demonstrably harmed. A case before the 9th Circuit … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook activates 'safety check' in Nigeria after bombings
Facebook has turned on its "safety check" feature in Nigeria after Tuesday's bombing in the country, which killed more than 30 people and wounded dozens The feature will prompt users who live near the bombed site in the city of Yola to get them to respond if they're safe so friends can be informed. 
See also: Boko Haram in Nigeria: Why it's … [Link]
Mashable » Britain's first insect-only restaurant is bringing sustainability to the table
LONDON — Bugs are gross. That’s a given. In fact, it’s safe to say that 99.9% of Brits would hard pass on an invitation to an insect-only restaurant. But, one British chef is doing his best to change British perceptions of insect cuisine. Just three weeks ago, chef Andy Holcroft opened Britain’s first ever insect-only restaurant, Grub Kitchen, in St. Davids … [Link]
Mashable » Samsung takes cue from Adele, prepares to launch flip phone
When she used a flip phone in her "Hello" video, Adele may have actually been onto something. As it turns out, flip phones are not entirely out of fashion; in fact, Samsung is working on a model with very interesting specifications According to Sammobile, Samsung's upcoming flip phone will likely be called SM-W2016, and it will come with two 3.9-inch, 1280×768 … [Link]
Mashable » 2 dead after early morning police raid on Paris apartment
Two people have reportedly been killed and seven arrested after French police swooped on an apartment in Saint-Denis, a northern suburb in Paris, early Wednesday morning. One of the two people killed was a female who detonated a suicide belt Five officers sustained minor injuries during the operation, which started at around 4.30 a.m. and ended just before midday local time. … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Global amphibian killer eliminated in wild for the first time
Chytrid fungus, the scourge of amphibians across the world, has been cleared from wild sites for the first time by treating toads with drugs and disinfecting their pools
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Mashable » 'Big Bang Theory' couple will take a major step in an upcoming episode
Warning: Spoilers for a mid-December episode of The Big Bang Theory ahead With 50% of main male characters on the Big Bang Theory already married, it doesn't take a PhD to figure out the subject of the latest spoilerific piece of news hot from the show's set: someone's getting laid See also: YouTube, Vine and Instagram stars will compete in Season … [Link]
Mashable » India to surpass US with the world's second-largest Internet user base
India is poised to have 402 million Internet users by this December, giving it the second-largest online user base in the world. It will overtake the United States to occupy the second position after China, which leads with 600 million users. India had 375 million Internet users at the end of October. See also: More than half of the world's population … [Link]
Mashable » 250 taxi drivers in Malaysia march against Uber and GrabCar
An estimated 250 taxi drivers took to the streets of Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday morning to protest ride-hailing apps Uber and GrabCar. They marched down the Padang Merbok field, holding up signs saying "Stop Uber" and "Haramkan (ban) GrabCar," pushing for authorities to clamp down on the apps eating into their share of the transport pie, according to local reports. They … [Link]
Slashdot » Drone Makers Add Geofencing To Keep Drones Out of Restricted Airspace
An anonymous reader writes: Two of the biggest drone manufacturers, DJI and 3D Robotics, are adding geofencing systems to their products to keep them out of restricted airspace. DJI's Geospatial Environment Online will be available on current versions of the Phantom, Inspire and Matrice drones, providing updated data on restricted flight zones due to regulation or safety concerns, including forest … [Link]
Mashable » David Beckham is 2015's 'Sexiest Man Alive'
Soccer hunk David Beckham was unveiled as People's 'Sexiest Man Alive' Tuesday night on Jimmy Kimmel Live. See also: Chris Hemsworth named People's Sexiest Man Alive And PEOPLE's #SexiestManAlive for 2015 is… DAVID BECKHAM! https://t.co/3IOG9dLX0Z pic.twitter.com/pIYFEAazBT — People magazine (@people) November 18, 2015 He wasn't a superhero actor nor a lost love interest of Taylor Swift, as Kimmel's audience suspected during … [Link]
Slashdot » Adding Eye Control To Wheelchairs for Quadriplegics
szczys writes: The inventor of the Eyedriveomatic has ALS. This prevents him from controlling his electric wheelchair, but it didn't prevent him from teaming up with two other people (one also a quadriplegic) to design a way around the limitation. Eyegaze hardware is what lets people speak through a computer using only their eyes. Eyedrivomatic is an open source project … [Link]
Mashable » Fiat's all-new 124 Spider is literally the Italian Mazda Miata
LOS ANGELES — Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is set to unveil the all-new 2017 Fiat 124 Spider at the Los Angeles Auto Show Wednesday morning. Unlike the previous Fiats recently reintroduced to America, this one is truly for driving enthusiasts. If you're squinting at your screen saying to yourself, "My, that 124 Spider looks an awful lot like the new Mazda … [Link]
Mashable » IBM Watson's new app predicts the must-have toys and gifts
Holiday shopping is difficult, but IBM thinks its famous supercomputer can help. The company released a new iOS app Wednesday called Watson Trend that uses Watson's super computing abilities to show which gifts and toys will be the most popular for this year's holidays. See also: IBM Watson can discern if your email is too passive aggressive The iOS app surfaces … [Link]
Mashable » Alfa Romeo's Giulia is so fast, it'll fix your posture for good
LOS ANGELES — For some reason, the Giulia Quadrifoglio feels like the true return of Alfa Romeo to the American shores. Sure, they debuted the 4C sports car last year, but this one feels more significant. Don't agree? Well, maybe these figures will change your mind. See also: Tesla's Ludicrous Mode will push Model S from 0 to 60 mph in … [Link]
Mashable » 2 Air France planes bound for Paris from U.S. make emergency landings
UPDATE: Nov. 18, 2:27 a.m. ET: According to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police searches of the plane and luggage have concluded of Air France Flight 55. No explosive device was found. Salt Lake City Airport advised Flight AF 65 has also been cleared and is expected to resume its trip.Earlier, the FBI according to Reuters it had found no credible threat. … [Link]
Slashdot » Python Is On the Rise, While PHP Falls
Nerval's Lobster writes: While this month's lists of the top programming languages uniformly put Java in the top spot, that's not the only detail of interest to developers. Which language has gained the most users over the past five years? And which are tottering on the edge of obsolescence? According to PYPL, which pulls its raw data for analysis from … [Link]
Mashable » This man is 'desperate' to find a date for Taylor Swift's Sydney concert
If you're single or just after a new best friend, and also happen to be a fan of Taylor Swift — you're in luck. Norwegian man and Sydney resident, Marius Larsen, needs a date to take to a Taylor Swift concert when she tours down under in November "I’m desperate and confused in a country far away from home. Giving … [Link]
Mashable » Kylie and Kendall Jenner almost got egged at an Australian shopping mall
The Jenners and Kardashians draw an equal amount of adoration and ire wherever they go, so it was probably only natural that someone would try to egg Kylie and Kendall when they came to Australia for a visit. Coming to the country to promote a fashion line with Australian store Forever New, the Jenner sisters were almost caught off-guard by people … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT #2317: Apple car shifts into software?
Ricardo Montalban clears up the rumors! [Link]
Mashable » Zlatan Ibrahimovic disses all of Denmark after Euro-qualifying win
Notoriously — shall we shay — confident in himself, Zlatan Ibrahimovic did not play the part of gracious winner post-match Tuesday. Before Ibrahimovic and Sweden played the second leg of a playoff against Demmark for a spot in the quadrennial Euro 2016 tournament, the 34-year-old legend suggested he might retire from international soccer should Sweden fail to qualify. Instead, he scored … [Link]
Mashable » Katy Perry releases Christmas onesies because she likes feeling cozy, too
Katy Perry wants to know — do you want to build a snowman? And if you don't, maybe you'd like to kick it as an imitation Olaf in a masked holiday onesie As part of her collaboration with clothing website Beloved, the "Firework" singer has produced a series of onesies that will both deck the halls and scare the bejeezus out … [Link]
Mashable » The Cobalt Co50 Valkyrie is a super sleek $750,000 personal plane
If you have $750,000 and the space for a super slick personal plane, the Cobalt Co50 Valkyrie is the one for you. Aside from the fact that it looks really, really good, the vehicle's performance isn't too bad either. See also: 1929: The luxury airship built like a flying hotel Private aircraft manufacturer Cobalt launched the Cobalt Co50 Valkyrie on … [Link]
Mashable » Rob Gronkowski lauds mother's 'Sue flay' in Peak Gronk tweet
Besides embarrassing NFL defenders, we know New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski loves three things: His family, his legions of fans and being the bro-iest bro to ever bro Here we have all three converging in a magical tweet that is truly Peak Gronk See also: NFL superstar Aaron Rodgers calls out fan for anti-Muslim remark Gronkowski held a Twitter … [Link]
Mashable » Slow-mo interviews make Australian football players sound drunk
The team here at Mashable Australia have been at pains to debunk rumours that the Australian accent is a product of drunken, slurred speech. This video doesn't do much to help that. Taken from a interview with a number of Australian Football League (AFL) draftees, YouTube user zeecfc has slowed down the segment a fraction to make it sound like … [Link]
Slashdot » The Next Gold Rush Will Be 5,000 Feet Under the Sea, With Robot Drones
merbs writes: In Papua New Guinea, one well-financed, first-mover company is about to pioneer deep sea mining. And that will mean dispatching a fleet of giant remote-operated robotic miners 5,000 feet below the surface to harvest the riches scattered across ocean floor. These mammoth underwater vehicles look like they've been hauled off the set of a sci-fi film—think Avatar meets … [Link]
Mashable » Star Wars slip-up: TV report confuses Rebel Alliance and al-Qaeda
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, a terrorist organization conducted an unprovoked attack on an innocent moon-sized Imperial battle station. Twice That may be your impression of the Star Wars saga if you'd been watching Television Española, Spain's state-owned broadcaster. The station's morning show La Mañana broadcasted a segment Monday in which the Rebel Alliance's famous firebird … [Link]
Mashable » House lawmakers likely to vote Thursday on Syrian refugee bill
WASHINGTON — U.S. House lawmakers are likely to vote Thursday on a bill that would "pause" the country's refugee program. The move comes as more than two dozen governors said they would block the entry of Syrian refugees into their states. The governors, some Republicans on Capitol Hill and a number of Republican presidential candidates say that the safety of Americans … [Link]
Mashable » New Zealand rugby legend Jonah Lomu dies aged 40
New Zealand rugby union legend Jonah Lomu has passed away unexpectedly Wednesday morning in Auckland, aged 40. Former All Blacks team doctor John Mayhew confirmed to New Zealand TV station 3News: "On behalf of the Lomu family, I can confirm that Jonah Lomu died this morning, most probably about 8 or 9 this morning." "The family have requested privacy at this … [Link]
Geek Culture » Charlie Chaplin in the Great Dictator…
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Mashable » This artist celebrated her cat by drawing him in the style of Tim Burton, Garfield
Julija K., a German animation student who goes by the name "Miyuli" online, loves her gray and white cat. And who can blame her? He's clearly very photogenic See also: Mom creates hilariously candid comics about the struggles of being pregnant Yawning kitty A photo posted by Miyuli (@miyu_mon) on Aug 14, 2015 at 6:42am PDT Such star power cannot be … [Link]
Mashable » Paralympics may clamp down on 'scrotum-crushing'
Paralympic Games officials may soon clamp down on the very real, very unpleasant-sounding practice of "scrotum crushing." Paralympic athletes with spinal cord injuries sometimes apply tremendous pressure to their scrotums or deny themselves the pleasure of urination in hopes of gaining a competitive advantage See also: Blinded in Afghanistan, Navy vet finds purpose as a Paralympian International Paralympic Committee (IPC) officials … [Link]
Slashdot » DoJ Going After Makers of Dietary Supplement
schwit1 writes: Several federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of Justice, have announced criminal and civil actions related to unlawful advertising and sale of dietary supplements. "Six executives with USPlabs LLC and a related company, S.K. Laboratories, face criminal charges related to the sale of unlawful dietary supplements. Four were arrested on Tuesday and two are expected to surrender, the … [Link]
Mashable » Holly Holm rebukes Ronda Rousey haters like a true champion
Holly Holm knocked out UFC icon Ronda Rousey this weekend to shock the world and earn herself a championship belt She's been equally impressive outside the octagon since See also: NFL superstar Aaron Rodgers calls out fan for anti-Muslim remark Speaking to TMZ Sports this week, Holm resisted any easy opportunity to take some post-fight digs at Rousey. Instead, she … [Link]
Mashable » Bulldog stuck in cat door understands your crappy day
Keeta, the 5-year-old American bulldog, found herself thwarted by a small and pesky cat door, and had to be cut free The bulldog, who lives in Leicester, was attempting to run outside and play with her terrier friend (and possible paramour) when she was foiled by the cat door, and its unfair prejudice against large heads. See also: Dog stuck in … [Link]
Mashable » This guy built an apocalypse-proof underground bunker in his backyard
There's no rule to surviving the apocalypse that says you have to leave the comfort of your backyard. YouTuber and UK-based inventor Colin Furze takes that idea very seriously, which is probably why he chose to build an underground bunker in his backyard. In partnership with Sky 1's new fall show You, Me and the Apocalypse, Furze constructed an intense … [Link]
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