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 » Marine Corps to make job titles, boot camp gender neutral
The U.S. Marine Corps must fully integrate women into its basic training courses and ensure that its job titles reflect that all combat roles will be open to women, says Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus Mabus made the request for detailed plans to achieve both objectives in memos [PDF] on January 1. The move comes a month after the Pentagon … [Link]
Slashdot » Verizon Launches Auction To Sell Data Centers
operator_error writes: Verizon has now chosen to reverse "its strategy to expand in hosting and colocation services after it acquired data center operator Terremark Worldwide Inc in 2011 for $1.4 billion", and has "started a process to sell its data center assets". The so-called 'colocation' portfolio up for sale includes 48 data centers, and generates annual earnings before interest, tax, … [Link]
Mashable » Expect Ronda Rousey wearing only body paint in SI's swimsuit issue
In 2015, UFC sensation Ronda Rousey became the superstar we saw everywhere In 2016, it seems, we'll see all of her, covered by nothing but bodypaint and perhaps a few flattering touches from a digital airbrush See also: How Ronda Rousey became the superstar you're seeing everywhere Rousey will appear in Sports Illustrated's annual swimsuit edition wearing only paint next month, … [Link]
Mashable » FCC chairman: You'll soon have more room to stream TV over wireless networks
LAS VEGAS — With millions of smartphone users watching video and streaming music on the go, the airwaves have gotten a little crowded. Fortunately, there's help on the way. The Federal Communications Commission is preparing to auction off a chunk of spectrum that would provide more room for media streaming over wireless networks. Chairman Tom Wheeler called the move a game … [Link]
Mashable » Texas trooper who arrested Sandra Bland charged with perjury, fired
UPDATED (4:21 p.m. PT) to include Enciana's firing. A grand jury in Waller County, Texas, has indicted the trooper who arrested Sandra Bland in July of 2015 on a perjury charge. Later Wednesday, the Associated Press reported the Department of Public Safety were to fire Encinia. The officer, Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper Brian Encinia, made a statement after arresting … [Link]
Mashable » Intel's new Core M-powered Compute Sticks are more powerful, but also pricier
LAS VEGAS — Intel's $150 Atom-powered Compute Stick was a great idea (an entire computer crammed inside of an HDMI stick), but it had real performance issues. Intel's new Core M-powered Compute Sticks, unveiled at CES, are faster and more capable of running Windows 10. See also: Dell's Inspiron 11 3000 is not too shabby for a $200 laptop The new … [Link]
Mashable » Refugee children got into an adorable snowball fight with Serbian police
These kids may not see snow very often, but they can throw a mean snowball. The tiny snowball throwers in the video above are refugees traveling with their families from the Middle East. They stopped in the Serbian town of Šid on their way to Croatia, according to N1 Info and Nemanja Bozovic, who uploaded the footage this week. The … [Link]
Mashable » The best player in college hoops isn't afraid to smack-talk Drake
Australian freshman Ben Simmons is the best thing in college hoops this year, if you haven't been paying attention He has NBA-ready game — and, apparently, some NBA-ready trash-talk. We've long known the former, but just learned the latter after Simmons called out none other than Drake following an upset win over perennial powerhouse Kentucky See also: Steph Curry starred in … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The 50 Most Famous Movie and TV Cars From The Last 50 Years! [Video]
An animated look at 50 of the most popular movie and TV cars from the past 50 years, starting with the 1965 Chrysler Imperial Crown from The Green Hornet (1966) and ending with Rey’s speeder from “The Force Awakens.” [Jalopnik] The post The 50 Most Famous Movie and TV Cars From The Last 50 Years! [Video] appeared first on Geeks … [Link]
Slashdot » The Promise and Limits of 'Learning Analytics'
jyosim writes: College students always pay attention in class and do all the readings, right? Ok, they probably never did, but today's professors can actually find out how much each student pays attention in a lecture and how much time they spent on readings, thanks to so-called "learning analytics." Some colleges are experimenting with using the data to re-engineer courses … [Link]
Mashable » Watch this 18-inch LG display roll up and point to the future
LAS VEGAS — The future of displays is rollability. Not just flexibility, but the ability to roll up your TV and store it away until you want to watch TV again. "Imagine enlarging that size to a TV, rolled up to 30 mm radius. So when you don’t need a TV you can roll it up and make it disappear. You … [Link]
Mashable » When President Truman utterly gutted the White House
May 17, 1950Bulldozers move earth around inside the gutted shell of the White House.Image: National ArchivesWhen President Harry S. Truman moved his family into the White House in 1945, he was annoyed by the draftiness, creaking floors and mysterious sounds which seemed to permeate the old buildingSoon, people noticed chandeliers swaying without any apparent cause and floors visibly moving when stepped … [Link]
Mashable » Abandoned puppy born without front legs gets a new home and a sweet ride
An abandoned chihuahua puppy born without front legs has gained a forever home and a pretty rad set of new wheels. Someone left Daffodil in a soggy cardboard box near a bustling San Francisco intersection, according to the SF SPCA. Apparently, several people walked by the poor pup and did nothing, while one guy had the nerve to pick her up … [Link]
Mashable » 4 key questions about North Korea's bomb that still need answers
An initial analysis show the reported activity in North Korea "is not consistent" with a successful hydrogen bomb test as North Korea has claimed, White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest said on Wednesday See also: What can we do to stop North Korea? Others had also expressed skepticism following the hydrogen claims from Pyongyang, though it will likely be days — … [Link]
Mashable » Qantas plane flies with an extra engine on the wing
You’ve probably never thought too much about how to quickly transport a 10-tonne plane engine, but Qantas has the answer. Just strap it to the wing of a Boeing 747. See also: Qantas named safest airline in the world third year in a row Qantas Flight 63 took off from Sydney with an extra Rolls Royce turbofan attached to the left … [Link]
Slashdot » Airbus Rolls Out Anti-Drone System
coondoggie writes: The Airbus anti-drone system employs infrared cameras, radar technology and sensors to spot and track drones over six miles away, the company says. If the incoming drone is considered suspicious, the system can use electronic signals to jam the drone's communications and more: “Based on an extensive threat library and real-time analysis of control signals, a jammer interrupts … [Link]
Mashable » Saoirse Ronan wears sign to help you pronounce her name correctly
It's getting harder to avoid talking about Saoirse Ronan, a likely Best Actress Academy Award nominee for Brooklyn. It's not getting any easier to pronounce her name. That's OK — "that Irish actress from Atonement" (as you've been calling her) is here to help. Ronan wore a handy sign on The Ellen Degeneres Show to calm your Oscar party nerves. … [Link]
Mashable » Lakers 'fan' caught on camera donning Warriors jersey mid-blowout
Los Angeles Lakers enthusiasts aren't known for being the sports world's most loyal fans. Many so-called Lakers supporters have earned a reputation for being bandwagon-riding dilettantes who like to make a show of shoving their purple and gold in other people's faces more than they enjoy actually, you know, following the team But never has the stereotype been laid out quite … [Link]
Mashable » Birtherism 2.0? Donald Trump shifts citizenship questions to Ted Cruz
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump is once again questioning the birthplace of a political opponent — this time one from his own party. The Republican businessman and presidential candidate is continuing to push the idea that Texas Sen. Ted Cruz may run afoul of the law if he wins the Republican nomination because he was born in Canada, not the United States. … [Link]
Mashable » FAA chief talks about how many U.S. drone users have registered
Just weeks after the announcing the formation of new rules governing the ownership of drones in the U.S., Federal Aviation Administration head Michael Huerta appeared at CES on Wednesday to offer more detail on the agency's efforts to regulate the rapidly growing amateur drone market — and share the success of the agency's drone registration app Next to hoverboards, amateur drones … [Link]
Popular Science » Seismologists: North Korea’s Latest Nuke Blast Modestly Bigger Than Their First
Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia University Seismograms Of North Korean Blasts Seismograms of tuesday's nuclear test in North Korea (top, in red) North Korea's February 2nd, 2013 nuclear test (second from top, in black) North Korea’s May 25, 2009 nuclear test (third from top, in black), and October 9th, 2006 test (bottom, in black). North Korea tested a nuclear weapon last … [Link]
Popular Science » Researchers Train Wild Lizards To Avoid Eating Toxic Toads
Jim Bendon/Flickr CC by SA 2.0 Goanna/Monitor Lizard 'I will not eat the toads. I will not eat the toads.' We all have to learn a hard truth at some point: just because something looks delicious doesn't mean that it is. That's the lesson that researchers in Australia have been teaching goannas, Australian monitor lizards that are distantly related to … [Link]
Popular Science » Robo-Butchers Could Soon Cut Your Steak
Michael C. Berch via Wikimedia Commons A raw ribeye steak Robo-butchers may be coming soon Robots have taken over lots of dangerous, repetitive jobs that used to be done by humans, such as putting together cars or sorting packages. But for the most part, they haven’t replaced butchers, many thousands of which staff beef-packing plants all over the world. That … [Link]
Popular Science » NASA Is Making Progress Toward Hybrid-Powered Airplanes
NASA NASA's Hybrid Plane Concept NASA's endeavors inside the atmosphere don't get nearly as much attention as their off-world missions, but they could have a big impact on our planet. Researchers at the NASA Glenn Research Center are working on developing a hybrid plane that will function kind of like a hybrid car, relying on both fossil fuels and electricity … [Link]
Slashdot » Netflix Teams With LG For 'Prepaid' Streaming Worldwide
An anonymous reader writes: Netflix CEO Reed Hastings announced at CES that the service had gone live in 130 additional countries including India, Russia, and Saudi Arabia. He called the expansion "the birth of a global TV network." Partnering with LG, the company hopes to expand its reach by providing prepaid access worldwide. China remains the most notable holdout for … [Link]
Mashable » Place your bids now for a bottle of the #DrummondPuddleWatch water
You watched the puddle. Now you can own the puddle. The #DrummondPuddleWatch on Periscope captured the hearts and minds of nearly 20,000 people on Wednesday. While the live stream has ended and lives are returning to normal, the massive puddle in Newcastle upon Tyne in the United Kingdom stirred up plenty of emotions. See also: Stop what you're doing and watch … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook plans to let developers build bots for Messenger, report says
2016 may turn out to be the year of the bots. Facebook is reportedly working on a plan that would allow developers to build chatbots to run inside of Messenger. The news comes weeks after a report that Google may also be working on a new bot-based messaging service. See also: The 100 best iPhone apps of all time The latest … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Contrast & Color Replace Resolution In TV Screen Hype
TV makers showing off their wares at CES this week seem to have abandoned the race for ever more pixels. Instead “high dynamic range” seems to be the new buzzword. Having told everyone how great full HD is, only to then turn around and say 1080p is pretty much equivalent to a child’s drawing and that 4K is the way … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Young Lady Performs the Orchestral Theme from Back to the Future… Alone! [Video]
Watch this young lady as she performes the entire orchestral theme from Back to the Future all alone! Most impressive! [826aska | Via GT] The post Young Lady Performs the Orchestral Theme from Back to the Future… Alone! [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » Api.ai CEO Ilya Gelfenbeyn Talks About Conversational Voice Interfaces (Video)
Api.ai makes an Android voice-controlled utility called Assistant. I have it on my Android phone. It is one of many simiar apps, and I have been trying them a little at a time. Are any of them as good as Siri? Let's just say, "Quality varies." And Android voice assistants aren't the point of this interview, anyway. It's more about … [Link]
Mashable » Why fly a drone when you can fly inside one?
LAS VEGAS — Ehang has a crazy, and maybe brilliant, idea. We just have one question first: Are you ready to fly inside a drone? The Chinese drone maker unveiled a high-flying 500 lbdrone, which in theory would also be able to serve as an autonomous transportation vehicle for real humans — at CES on Wednesday. The Ehang 184 is a … [Link]
Slashdot » IBM Union Calls It Quits
dcblogs writes: A 16-year effort by the Communication Workers of America to organize IBM employees into a union is ending. The union's local, the Alliance@IBM, is suspending 'organizing' efforts, and says its membership has been worn down by IBM's ongoing decline of its U.S. work force as it grows overseas. The union never got many dues-paying members, but its Website, … [Link]
Mashable » Meet the makers behind 5 incredible smart home gadgets at CES
Promoted by Ford During and leading up to CES, the tech space is abuzz with the latest on all that is new and shiny. Innovative, sleeker-than-ever devices will be unveiled to a hungry crowd, and the hype will be amplified via an explosion of coverage. These cutting-edge gadgets are quite literally on display, and it's hard not to be dazzled by the user-friendly … [Link]
Mashable » High school basketball coach absolutely loses it, head-butts ref
Neshaminy High School basketball coach Jerry Devine apparently wasn't too happy with a call during their game against Pennsbury High School on Jan. 5. Videos from the event show Devine apparently head-butting the referee, knocking him to the floor. Devine, who also teaches algebra and history, was ejected from the game and has been placed on administrative leave pending a review … [Link]
Mashable » Black Lives Matter activist Johnetta Elzie shines on new 'Essence' cover
Essence magazine gave us a big dose of #BlackGirlMagic on Wednesday with its reveal of the February 2016 issue. Featuring social activist Johnetta Elzie on one of three covers, which also include actresses Teyonah Parris and Yara Shahidi, the Black History Month issue celebrates the black women "shaping our future." As a women's lifestyle magazine, Essence's decision to include Elzie in the … [Link]
Mashable » This woman's cat is the sneakiest shopping assistant
Never trust a cat to do your online shopping. One woman learned this lesson the hard way when she made the mistake of browsing with her wireless mouse on the living room coffee table. Her click-happy cat just couldn't resist whacking the mouse at any opportunity. Looks like somebody's definitely getting a new sweater from Amazon. Whether you like it … [Link]
Mashable » Surfing one-eyed cat is living the dream out in Hawaii
Kuli the one-eyed rescue cat is living your dream life out in Honolulu, Hawaii, where he surfs and swims alongside his human friends The tiny surf pro has been catching tiny, manageable waves for about a year, owners Alexandra Gomez and Krista Littleton tell The Daily Mail. Though Kuli initially started his surfing career on a longboard, he has since … [Link]
Mashable » ISIS executed a journalist, then hacked her Facebook to trick her friends
Islamic State militants hacked the Facebook account of a female journalist they had executed, reportedly keeping her death a secret for months so they could pose as her to trap her friends and colleagues. ISIS killed 30-year-old Ruqia Hassan in September, accusing her of spying for the Free Syrian Army, a moderate rebel group. But her death wasn't confirmed until three … [Link]
Popular Science » Light-Based Brain Treatments May Soon Be Used On Humans
John B. Carnett Plugged In Mouse with implant from one of Deisseroth's earlier optogenetic experiments Since the mid-2000s, scientists have been experimenting with and perfecting optogenetics, a light-based technique that could treat neurological disorders from Parkinson’s to depression. Since the experiments have been fairly invasive, most have been done on mice or rats. But that may soon change; the company … [Link]
Mashable » With Moff Band, you swing your arms to control Pac-Man
Video: Quincy Ledbetter, Noah Throop LAS VEGAS — When I was a kid, playing meant going outside, not staying indoors glued to a phone, tablet or TV. To get today's screen-obsessed kids up off their butts, you really have to trick them into moving their body. Enter the Moff Band and Pac-Man app for iPad. See also: Razer Blade Stealth … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » COSPLAY REMIX: Cosplay Kids Know How to Have Fun! [Video]
In this edition of “Cosplay Remix,” the folks from Beat Down Boogie take a look at the awesome cosplaying kids they’ve film over the past few years. Enjoy! [Beat Down Boogie] The post COSPLAY REMIX: Cosplay Kids Know How to Have Fun! [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » Mercedes-Benz's iPhone and Apple Watch 'Companion App' learns your habits
LAS VEGAS — Following the lead of, well, just about every other major automaker, including Volvo, Mercedes-Benz has finally revealed its new companion app for iPhone and Apple Watch here at the 2016 CES. See also: Ford SYNC adds Android Auto, more AppLink apps and 4G LTE for 2017 Weirdly, though no small feat, Mercedes is a bit scant on details … [Link]
Mashable » Freshly cancelled 'Jekyll and Hyde' sets shipped to Calais for refugee shelters
The sets used by ITV's freshly canceled "Jekyll and Hyde" TV show were used to express fear and drama for those that watched the show. In the future, according to the show's creator, they'll bring hope The creator of the 1930s period drama, Charlie Higson, tweeted on Wednesday that the sets had already been broken down and "shipped to Calais to … [Link]
Mashable » Amy Schumer took her new boyfriend on a hot date to the White House
Amy Schumer — following in the footsteps of the patron saint of talking about sex on television, Carrie Bradshaw — is dating a carpenter. His name: Ben Hanisch. Schumer has shared pictures of the pair's recent trip to the White House, where they heard President Obama speak about about gun control on Monday. That's a very cute date idea for anyone … [Link]
Slashdot » The 3D Printers of CES: Extruders, Nozels, and Metal Medium
szczys writes: It's that time of year again, the Consumer Electronics Show leaks out of every media crevice. Although we've passed peak 3D Printing hype for the general public, the 3D Printer offerings being shown are notable in one way or another. Makerbot continues to flounder with questionable extruders, Lulzbot continues to excel with dual extrusion and by supporting a … [Link]
Mashable » Dell's Inspiron 11 3000 is not too shabby for a $200 laptop
LAS VEGAS — You can't buy a whole lot of laptop for $200, but you can buy one that's decent enough to surf the web, stream HD video and bang out a report. Dell's new $199 Inspiron 11 3000 is one such low-cost laptop. At its CES press conference in Las Vegas, we got to take a look at the 11-inch … [Link]
Popular Science » Petition: Put Motörhead's Lemmy On The Periodic Table
Harald Tittel/Deutsche Presse-Agentur, via European Pressphoto Agency Lemmy Kilmister Ian 'Lemmy' Kilmister, who helped found the heavy metal band Motörhead in the mid-1970s, passed away last week reportedly from an aggressive cancer that he was only recently diagnosed with. Kilmister had for years lived the lifestyle synonymous with rock 'n roll musicians of his era — sex with thousands of … [Link]
Mashable » New Aston Martin concept comes with an 'Internet of the Vehicle' system
LAS VEGAS — Aston Martin is known around the world as one of the coolest, sportiest and most luxurious brands. Although the interiors of its cars are all fitted with exquisite materials, they've never been particularly tech-savvy. Well, that's about to change — at least for one Rapide S. See also: VW's new Beetle Dune is a modern 'Baja Bug' for … [Link]
Mashable » Man who bought assault rifles used in the San Bernardino attack pleads not guilty
Enrique Marquez Jr., the man who bought the guns used in the San Bernardino attack has pleaded not guilty to federal charges. See also: San Bernardino shooter and gun buyer were related by marriage Maruqez appeared briefly Wednesday in federal court in Riverside, California, to answer to a five-count indictment alleging he conspired to provide material support to terrorists. NEW: Enrique … [Link]
Mashable » All these major brands just ruined #Drummondpuddlewatch for us
LONDON — On Wednesday morning, a small marketing agency in Newcastle had the random — but brilliant — idea to set up a livestream of a medium-sized puddle outside their office. See also: 11 British people who should definitely get New Year's Honours for outstanding work The puddle covered the width of the pavement, and it was just the right size … [Link]
Popular Science » Why Some Cats Look Like They Are Wearing Tuxedos
Scott Schiller, CC BY-NC Tuxedo Cat From Sylvester in Looney Tunes to Mr. Mistoffelees in the 1980s musical, some of the most famous (albeit fictional) cats share a distinctively sharp appearance thanks to their black and white tuxedo-style coats. Cats with skin and fur marked by white patches in this way are known as bicolor or piebald. Piebaldism is also … [Link]
Mashable » 'Broad City' and 'Inside Amy Schumer' renewed by Comedy Central
PASADENA, California — Comedy Central is staying in business with a slew of awesome ladies First, a no-brainer: The network ordered another season of Inside Amy Schumer. The move will take the critically acclaimed sketch show into Season 5 See also: The most Jennifer Lawrence-y quotes from J. Law's Glamour interview This comes ahead of the Season 4's April debut, and … [Link]
Mashable » Gary Johnson quits top weed job to run for president
Former New Mexico Gov. Gary Johnson has left his role as the head of a marijuana company and will run for president as a libertarian Johnson announced his campaign Wednesday on the Fox Business Network. "I want to take this opportunity to announce my candidacy for president," Johnson said. "I am hoping to get the Libertarian nomination for president in 2016 … [Link]
Mashable » 'Avatar' falls: 'Force Awakens' is the U.S. box office's supreme leader
LOS ANGELES — America loves its Star Wars. The rest of the world … still more of an Avatar fan. Going into Wednesday, Star Wars: The Force Awakens was well on its way to claiming the all-time domestic box-office crown — which Avatar had worn for half a decade. For the time being, Avatar stands at No. 2 in North America … [Link]
Mashable » The 'Star Wars' bromance is strong with John Boyega and Harrison Ford
LONDON — John Boyega's bromance with Harrison Ford has reached new heights. A tweet, which highlights the brilliant (and possibly one sided) bromance between the British actor and his Star Wars: The Force Awakens cast mate, shows Boyega admitting that Harrison Ford is his best friend on more than one occasion. See also: John Boyega talks BB-8 off ledge by convincing … [Link]
Mashable » Withings Go activity tracker high on features, low on price
Health monitoring veteran Withings introduced a $69 activity tracker called the Withings Go, a device filled with several features you’d typically find on higher-end modelsRead the full review: http://on.mash.to/1ZO36oN Read more…More about Withings, Tech, Gadgets, Activity Tracker, and Fitness Tracker [Link]
Slashdot » CBS, Others Sued For Copyright Infringement Over "Soft Kitty" In Big Bang Theory
UnknowingFool writes: In the popular sitcom, The Big Bang Theory, Penny has sung "Soft Kitty" to the difficult Sheldon Cooper on numerous occasions as a lullaby and to comfort him. These scenes are such fan favorites that the song lyrics are sold on merchandise. The daughters of poet Edith Newlin are suing CBS, Warner Bros, and others claiming copyright infringement … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Dorkly Comic: Watching New Star Wars Movies: Then VS Now
A fantastic comic by Julia Lepetit from Dorkly taking a look at how we experience watching new Star Wars movies now compared to those that came out before. 
[Source: Dorkly] The post Dorkly Comic: Watching New Star Wars Movies: Then VS Now appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Popular Science » Leopard Sharks Use Their Nose To Navigate Long Distances
Matthew Field via Wikimedia Commons Triakis semifasciata Leopard Shark For most us humans, our main navigational tool is eyesight. We rely almost entirely on visual cues and landmarks to find our way from one point to another. And living on land, that’s served us pretty well over the past few millennia. So how do animals in the open ocean, floating … [Link]
Popular Science » ISIS Shows Off A Driverless Carbomb
Screenshot by author, from Sky News Mannequin For ISIS Carbomb Driverless cars are supposed to be a sign of a tranquil future, where pleasant machines cart relaxed guests around, handling all the messiness of automobile travel. They’ve also long been the interest of the military, which through DARPA in 2003 challenged inventors to make a machine that, by itself, could … [Link]
Mashable » Cooking With One Hand: Roasted chicken with potato spears recipe
Pulling a crispy-skinned, tied-with-twine chicken out of the oven is a cooking moment akin to unwrapping presents on Christmas day and one everyone should have the joy of experiencing In this week's episode of Cooking With One Hand, David Vos is sharing the secrets to cooking a meal that will stay in your cooking arsenal for years to come: Roasted … [Link]
Mashable » If it's big news in North Korea, this is the woman who will deliver it
She’s mournfully announced the deaths of Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il. She's bombastically delivered news of North Korea's proudest achievements. And she was, until recently, mostly retired, having stepped aside to mentor the next generation of so-called television readers on North Korean television. See also: If North Korea had a hydrogen bomb, how powerful could it be? But no newshound can … [Link]
Mashable » What can we do to stop North Korea?
North Korea claims it tested a hydrogen bomb on Wednesday, defying international treaties and alarming observers and world leaders with its blatant provocation Even though there are widespread doubts that this is actually a hydrogen bomb as claimed by Pyongyang, the United Nations Security Council met on Wednesday to discuss taking "strong action" against the country But years of sanctions have … [Link]
Mashable » Queer women finally get to ask straight people about their sex lives
Straight people are always asking lesbians about their sex lives, so we got four lesbians to ask about theirs.Read more here: http://on.mash.to/1ZNZrHr Read more…More about Dating, Sex, Lesbian, Relationships, and Homosexuality [Link]
Mashable » Clever dachshund figures out how to get its awkward body on couch
The life of a dachshund is filled with awkward struggles, considering the shape of its long body combined with short legs But this clever wiener dog has sat on the hard, cold floor one too many times, and has successfully figured out a way to get up onto the couch without slipping on the wood floor. Genius dog teaches baby … [Link]
Mashable » For women who create startups, Project Entrepreneur promises $10,000 and guidance
In the startup world, women founders are all too rare: something like 97% of the venture capital money that goes to new startups goes to companies run by men, whose ideas get heard, backed and funded earlier Project Entrepreneur – a media partner of Mashable – is kicking off a contest to fix that Project Entrepreneur is an initiative from the … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Star clusters could host long-lived technological civilisations
We've been too quick to dismiss globular clusters of old stars as hosts of life. Old, interstellar extraterrestrials could exist there
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Mashable » Kids can learn about code from super cute robot Code-a-Pillar
An adorable new Fisher-Price caterpillar toy aims to teach kids the basics of codingRead the full review: http://on.mash.to/22KZN47 Read more…More about Robot, Toy, Coding, Tech, and Gadgets
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Mashable » Workers scramble to save historic castle from collapsing into river in Scotland
LONDON — Diggers and dump trucks shifted rocks and boulders into the River Dee in Aberdeenshire Wednesday in a last ditch attempt to stop the historic Abergeldie Castle tumbling into its swollen waters. See also: December's disastrous rains added up to the UK's wettest month on record The 16th century listed tower house has been perching precariously by the edge of … [Link]
Mashable » Netflix previews Queen Elizabeth II drama 'The Crown' at CES 2016
Downton Abbey may be ending, but Netflix has a new show coming that may help fill its void. At the Consumer Electronic Show on Wednesday, the streaming giant teased footage from The Crown, its new 10-part series about Queen Elizabeth II's reign "That clip would lead you to believe we're PBS or the BBC," Netflix content chief Ted Sarandos joked … [Link]
Mashable » Kodak throws it back to the '60s with revival of Super 8 film camera
Nostalgia is always in, and countless times we’ve seen relics of the past resurrected for modern-day use — vinyl, polaroids, vintage filters. Now Eastman Kodak is bringing back an old-school film camera: the Super 8, popular for making home movies after it was launched 50 years ago. The photography pioneer, which stopped selling digital cameras in 2012 after filing bankruptcy, is … [Link]
Mashable » Netflix unveils soul-stirring trailer for Baz Luhrmann's 'The Get Down'
Baz Luhrmann's 1970s-set drama for Netflix looks like the answer to your musical TV show dreams The streaming service has unveiled the first trailer for The Get Down at CES, and the first look is more than promising There's heart-stirring music, intriguing drama, and an encouraging look at the show's young, mostly newcomer cast. You never know what to expect … [Link]
Slashdot » Oculus Rift Pre-orders Begin At $600
New submitter jerome writes: Pre-orders have just started for the Oculus Rift virtual reality headset. The $600 price tag is higher than most people were expecting — and that doesn't even account for the required upgrade needed to fully enjoy VR apps. "In September of 2014, Oculus founder Palmer Luckey said to expect a $200 to $400 range for the … [Link]
Mashable » Netflix's stock spikes high on the news it's jumping into every country except China
The future of Netflix has been dependent on its ability to become a global media player. On Wednesday, CEO Reed Hastings announced that it had taken a major step toward that goal, launching in 130 countries including India and Russia. Up next, Hastings teased: China, the only major holdout The new was enough to send investors scrambling to buy Netflix shares, … [Link]
Popular Science » Did North Korea Really Test A Hydrogen Bomb? Here's How We'll Find Out
Federal government of the United States, via Wikimedia Commons America's Trinity Test Atomic Blast This is a color photograph of the first-ever nuclear blast. Its yield was about 21 kilotons, or over three times the power of the weapon North Korea just tested. While Europe slept last night, seismographs picked up a 5.1 earthquake in North Korea. Centered at a … [Link]
Popular Science » Despite Broken Telescope, Kepler Mission Still Finding Planets
NASA / Wendy Stenzel Kepler in Space An artist's rendition. See what Kepler really looks like here. At a meeting of the American Astronomical Society, scientists announced a new tally of exoplanets discovered by the Kepler telescope. In 2014, the telescope spotted more than 100 new planets and 234 suspected planets in other star systems. Not too shabby, for a … [Link]
Mashable » The Internet can't handle Oculus Rift's $600 price tag
You can be sure of one thing in tech: Sticker shock quickly gets people up in arms. When the pre-orders for the Oculus Rift virtual reality headset went live Wednesday morning, it was the first time the company finally revealed the headset's $600 price tag. And lots of people were agog at the cost of virtual reality. glad to see the … [Link]
Popular Science » Improved Version Of CRISPR Gene Editing Tool Eliminates Errors
Jennifer Doudna/UC Berkeley CRISPR/Cas-9 at work From curing genetic diseases to bringing back extinct species, the applications for gene editing tool CRISPR seem as limitless as the human imagination. And though the enzyme complex is more precise and easier to use than many of its predecessors, it occasionally still makes cuts at places in the genome that the researchers didn’t … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Meet the young women leading the way in Ethiopia’s TB fight
Ethiopia has recruited 40,000 women – some as young as 16 – to screen for deadly diseases and provide vital healthcare. We speak to those on the front line
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New Scientist – News » Smart guns and mental health checks needed to slash gun violence
Obama has a plan but mental health campaigners are unhappy that it includes putting more information about people's mental status in the national database
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New Scientist – News » Four new elements complete the seventh row of the periodic table
Elements 113, 115, 117 and 118 have been credited to teams in Japan, Russia and the US, who will now be able to propose names for them
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New Scientist – News » UK’s carbon footprint from imported food revealed for first time
Nearly two-thirds of the greenhouse gases produced in feeding the UK are now released abroad, with 18 per cent released in South America
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New Scientist – News » Vaping really isn’t as harmful for your cells as smoking
Findings that vaping damages cells made headlines last week, but the real message of the study was the opposite of what was mostly reported
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New Scientist – News » Women in Oregon can now get the pill over the counter
Trained pharmacists can now prescribe and supply hormonal contraception, a move that may help reduce unintended pregnancies
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New Scientist – News » UK territory could host Atlantic’s largest protected area
A £300,000 donation may lead to 250,000 square kilometres of ocean off the coast of the island of Ascension being protected from unsustainable fishing
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New Scientist – News » 60 Seconds
El Niño and Californian storms, Volkswagen in court, UK doctors strike and more
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New Scientist – News » Sleep isn’t needed to create long-term memories – just time out
Sitting for 10 minutes with no stimulation helps people remember new information, suggesting we consolidate new memories without the need to sleep on it
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New Scientist – News » Guinea pigs beat hot temperatures by tweaking their DNA
Wild animals might buy themselves time to adapt to climate change by making epigenetic changes to regulate temperature, and passing improvements on to offspring
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New Scientist – News » Understanding climate change’s role in the UK’s recent floods
After the UK was hit by three storms in quick succession, everyone wants to know if climate change is to blame. But is it the right question?
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New Scientist – News » Life-friendly moons might get eaten by their own drifting planet
Our failure to spot moons in other solar systems may be because of a gravitational dance that wrecks moons as their planets edge towards their star
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New Scientist – News » One Per Cent
Robots that climb the walls, Mark Zuckerberg's AI butler
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New Scientist – News » Liver hormone could tame our love of cakes and booze
Dubbed the "sweet tooth hormone", FGF21 reduced how much sugar and alcohol monkeys wanted to consume
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New Scientist – News » Giant galaxy caught tearing apart its little neighbour
Two decades ago, astronomers discovered a dwarf galaxy being shredded by the Milky Way. Now they've seen the same thing happening 11 million light-years away
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New Scientist – News » Memory recall works twice as fast as the blink of an eye
We used to think that recalling information took about half a second. Now it seems our brains can take a short cut and access memories much faster
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New Scientist – News » Polar bear family tree reveals adoptions and identical twins
A pedigree of over 4000 polar bears has unearthed six generations of family secrets, including adoptions, incest, mistaken identities and identical twins
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New Scientist – News » Elusive narwhal babies spotted gathering at Canadian nursery
Aerial images captured by plane have found that newborn narwhals seem to congregate in a smaller nursery population of these mysterious one-horned animals
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New Scientist – News » Don’t shove! Sheep and humans show pushing slows evacuation
When a group has to get through a doorway, it takes longer to get through if they push and shove. The find could help design better emergency exits
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Mashable » Never try to snowboard and high-five on live TV
Reporting that it's Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month can only mean one thing to a local news anchor who has no clue how to snowboard: it's time for a lesson. Now to be fair, the reporter, Fox 13 in Utah's Big Budah, did a pretty good job at his first run on a snowboard. But like any good high-fiver, … [Link]
Mashable » A black hole found 'burping' out gas could solve stellar mystery
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — A black hole's epic "burp" may help solve one of the deep mysteries of the galactic core. The dust-filled expanses of spiral galaxies like the Milky Way are bursting with star formation — the dustier the area is, the more likely it is for new stars to form there. But astronomers have found that stars rarely form in … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Developers Leave API Credentials in Verizon Hum Web site Source Code
Adam Caudill, an independent security researcher and software developer, recently discovered that the developers of the Verizon Hum website had left an API username and password in JSON embedded in JavaScript. Caudill was able to find the leaked credentials after looking at the Verizon Hum shopping page source code for less than a minute.
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Mashable » Netflix expands into 130 more countries and announces new original series
LAS VEGAS — Netflix CEO Reed Hastings announced Wednesday at the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show that the popular streaming service has expanded into 130 countries more countries as a part of an effort to spark major growth. The company has officially launched its website in India, Vietnam, Nigeria, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Indonesia and dozens of other countries … [Link]
Popular Science » Researchers Mix Up Batches Of Martian Concrete
Lin Wan et al. paper via arXiv A sample of Martian Concrete NASA says that if we can make it Mars, we'll be there to stay. Not on a one-way mission like the Mars One fanatics crave, but to gradually build a permanent human presence on the red planet. To do that, we're going to need to live in something … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » How to Make Shepard’s Pie Metalcore Style [Video]
Best. Cooking. Video. Ever. Subscribed! The Ghost Inside makes Shepard’s Pie! Parody Cooking Video! All rights go to The Ghost Inside! [Linzey Rae] The post How to Make Shepard’s Pie Metalcore Style [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » Internet Explorer 8, 9, and 10 Reach End-of-Life Next Week
An anonymous reader writes: On Tuesday, January 12, Microsoft Internet Explorer 8, 9, and 10 will officially reach their end of life. A new patch going live soon will add a notification that nags users to upgrade. "What's even bigger about the end of life for these versions is that this means Internet Explorer 11 is the last version of … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Is a Snapchat Advertising API on the Way?
Yesterday, Digiday reported that Snapchat has engaged a number of ad technology companies regarding the development of a Snapchat advertising API. Snapchat published its first ad in October of 2014; however, the company uses an outdated, brand-by-brand direct contact model for its current ad strategy. An advertising API would greatly increase Snapchat's scalability and flexibility when it comes to selling … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Guinea pigs beat climate change by tweaking their own DNA
For the first time, mammals have been seen making epigenetic changes to adapt to higher temperatures, and passing improvements on to offspring
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New Scientist – News » North Korean blast could be a step towards a nuclear missile
The state says it has tested a mini hydrogen bomb, although experts believe it was probably a tweaked, normal nuke. But that may mean a nuke that North Korea can deliver on a missile
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Mashable » UK police name new puppy in honor of dog killed in Paris attacks
The North Yorkshire police in the United Kingdom are paying the perfect tribute to man's best friend with their latest recruit. A four month old Belgian Malanois puppy just joined the force at its newest police dog section and has been named Diesel, after the loyal dog who worked at the Police Nationale in Paris during the 2015 terror attacks. See … [Link]
Mashable » Oculus Remote is tiny and adorable for easy VR browsing
The unveiling of Oculus Rift pricing and pre-orders brought another unexpected revelation: the Oculus Remote. This little fella is packed into every Rift package, and it's there as an alternative to the pack-in Xbox One controller. You'll still want to use the gamepad for playing the more involved games, but the Remote is perfect for navigating around the dashboard and other menus. … [Link]
Mashable » 5 ways HP PageWide Technology can take your workplace printing to the next level
Whether you're working at a tiny startup that first got funding mere months ago, or a gigantic organization that has been around for decades, the ability to print materials is obviously a crucial part of a successful workday. Exceptional and efficient printing helps push projects forward, make positive professional impressions and, ultimately, improve your bottom line. That's why we developed HP … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » This Fan-Made Intro to an Upcoming X-Men Animated Series Looks AMAZING [Video]
A fantastic retro-style intro to an upcoming fan-made animated series by Youtuber joelyface featuring some of your favorite X-Men characters from the ‘90s comics and cartoons. New episodes are planned to be released every two weeks starting Jan. 19th. X-men: Danger room Protocols is an 18 episode web series that centers around Professor X putting teams of 2 X-men at … [Link]
Mashable » Have cocktail hour anytime with these sweet fizzy wine spritzers
The perfect way to bond with your mother-in-law who still thinks anything with the word "spritzer" can be enjoyed before cocktail hour.Read the full recipe here: http://on.mash.to/1ZNPDgz Read more…More about Wine, Recipe, Drinks, Cocktails, and Lifestyle
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Mashable » DigiLens helmet adds augmented reality view for motorcyclists
While companies like Microsoft are showing off augmented reality tools like the HoloLens, which is designed for stationary users, a company called DigiLens has just unveiled a kind of mobile AR tool that motorcyclists will soon be able to use to navigate the road See also: BMW to show 'AirTouch' 3D gesture control at 2016 CES At first glance, the easiest … [Link]
Mashable » Brandy is 'Beggin and Pleadin' for you to hear her bluesy new single
Brandy’s comeback single is a blues-tinged breakup song — rescinding all possession of The Boy in question "Beggin and Pleadin" is the actress and musician's first single since 2012. It's produced by Pop and Oak, who have also worked with Usher and Jill Scott See also: Demi Lovato and Fall Out Boy's music video is an NSYNC tribute. Why not? "As … [Link]
Mashable » Snapchat won't let you buy lenses anymore
Soon you'll no longer be able to pay for extra Snapchat lenses. The company plans to close its Lens Store, which allowed the app's users to purchase additional animated lenses for $0.99 each. The update will go into effect Friday, Jan. 8. See also: 10 hidden tricks to make Snapchat infinitely better To be clear, Snapchat is not doing away with … [Link]
Mashable » This Australian guy is f*cking pumped to see this river flow
People get real excited for all sorts of things. This man is real fucking excited to see the McKinlay river flow After a substantial drought in the town of McKinlay, located in northwestern Queensland, Australia, all of this man's Christmas wishes came true when water finally flowed through the dried up McKinlay river in December This man is basically the … [Link]
Slashdot » Coin Teams With MasterCard In Wearable Payments Push
An anonymous reader writes: Smart payments startup Coin has announced it will team up with MasterCard to use its electronic card technology to help companies integrate payment services into their wearable devices. Under the new MasterCard partnership, owners of wearables with integrated Coin technology will be able to pay at retail outlets without the need to take out any cash … [Link]
Mashable » This fuzzy cat has a serious case of flappy paws
Oskar the cat is quite fancy when it comes to his posture and mannerisms So much so, that whenever he gets a splash of water on his whiskers, he involuntarily flaps his paws around like some sort of befuddled gentleman Flappy paws: officially the cutest spaz out ever. Kevin Hart, Ice Cube and Conan are the most distracting driver's ed … [Link]
Popular Science » You Can Now Order An Oculus Rift Virtual Reality Headset
via Oculus At 8:00am Pacific Time today, the flood gates opened and the world could pre-order a real virtual reality headset. The long-awaited Oculus Rift will cost $599 (plus tax) and is expected to ship in March, according to Oculus' website. However, the first month of orders is already sold out, and the site now says products ordered now will … [Link]
Mashable » Here are some adorable photos of Prince George's first day of school
LONDON — Everyone's favourite miniature Prince has just finished his first day of nursery school — and there are some cute pictures to prove it. See also: Prince George's school plans revealed along with adorable family photo Kensington Palace shared two photos, taken by the Duchess of Cambridge, of Prince George — complete with adorable blue rucksack and elbow patches — … [Link]
Popular Science » Volkswagen Wows the CES Crowd with BUDD-e Concept
Kristen Hall-Geisler VW BUDD-e at CES 2016 Volkswagen took another step toward winning back the hearts and minds of consumers at its CES 2016 keynote Tuesday night. After delivering what is now a usual – if seemingly sincere – apology from the stage, VW CEO Herbert Diess introduced two new electric vehicles: the e-Golf touch and the futuristic BUDD-e concept. … [Link]
Mashable » A British man was trapped in bed after a tree crashed through his roof
LONDON — A man in Cornwall, England had to be rescued by firefighters Monday after a tree fell on the roof of his cottage and trapped him in his bed. See also: Billy the bull gets his head stuck in a tree, fire service storms to the rescue The man was pinned by the legs after his ceiling caved early on … [Link]
Mashable » Even Apple's record $1.1 billion holiday app sales can't make its stock rise
Apple had its strongest Christmas season ever, at least in terms of app sales, but concerns about the iPhone continue to loom large over the company and drag down its stock price Apple announced Wednesday that its customers spent $1.1 billion on apps and in-app purchases through Apple's App Store during a two-week period spanning from Christmas through New Year's Day, … [Link]
Mashable » Ruin your self-esteem and let this site tell you how hot you are
First they take our jobs, then they judge us; machines are officially taking over. In collaboration with the university ETH Zurich, Blinq, a Swiss dating app has developed a website to tell you just how attractive you are, because how could that possibly go wrong? Additionally, the app also guesses your age. See also: We're all using way too many dating … [Link]
Mashable » These are the safest (and least safe) airlines in the world
To ring in the new year, AirlineRatings.com has released its third annual list of the world's safest airlines. Qantas Airways dominated the list, along with many other Pacific-based airlines. See also: The best airlines in 2015 don't include any based in the U.S. The website ranked the safety of 407 airlines around the world based on certifications and endorsements, government audits, … [Link]
Mashable » Kevin Hart, Ice Cube and Conan are the most distracting driver's ed teachers ever
Conan O'Brien, Kevin Hart and Ice Cube have taken it upon themselves to teach Conan staffer Diana Chang how to drive — so everyone on the road better watch out From fire trucks to lane changes to road rage, these unlikely passengers are full of unorthodox advice. While the trio aren't the most reliable driving instructors, if Diana can ignore … [Link]
Mashable » SeaWorld Orlando simplifies pricing for 2016
SeaWorld has announced 2016 admission prices for its four Florida parks, including SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Aquatica Orlando and Adventure Island Tampa Bay. The structure simplifies pricing for the parks, which company officials and investors had discussed last year, according to the Orlando Sentinel. See also: SeaWorld is ending its killer whale show in San Diego "We had some … [Link]
Mashable » Webcams aren't just for chat anymore: Introducing the Razer Stargazer
It was only a matter of time before the humble webcam received an upgrade worthy of the modern times. Anyone can be a vlogger in 2016!Read out full review here: http://on.mash.to/1JtV6oW Read more…More about Gadgets, Webcam, Tech, Standalone Video Template, and 2016 Ces [Link]
Mashable » Streaming startup Vidgo promises access to hundreds of cable channels on your tablet
Welcome to 2016, the year over-the-top live streaming gets real Last year, Sling TV made a big splash at CES with its $20 a month streaming plan. See also: Glasses-free 3D TV finally gets real This year, a new entrant to the OTT and on-demand streaming space is hoping to make wavesVidgo, which is currently in beta, promises to deliver the … [Link]
Slashdot » An FBI Hacking Campaign Targeted Over a Thousand Computers
derekmead writes: In order to fight what it has called one of the largest child pornography sites on the dark web, the FBI hacked over a thousand computers, according to court documents reviewed by Motherboard and interviews with legal parties involved. Just a month after launch, a bulletin board called Playpen had nearly 60,000 member accounts. By the following year, … [Link]
Mashable » Oculus Rift costs $600, pre-orders ship as early as March
High-end virtual reality for consumers is finally here, and the cost of entry is $599. Oculus Rift pre-orders opened on the company's at 8 a.m. PT/11 a.m. ET, and with them came the long-awaited confirmation of the VR headset's price. For $599 you get the head-mounted display, a sensor for motion tracking, an Xbox One controller, and copies of the games Lucky's Tale … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Like Cosplay? Geeks are Sexy has the Best Instagram Profile Ever!
Yeah, I know, I’m being immodest a bit, but if you like cosplay and you have an instagram account, you’ll definitely want to follow us over there. I’m currently in the process of uploading a lot of my cosplay photography on my new Instagram profile, and so far, the response from fans has been fantastic! I’m also posting a lot … [Link]
Mashable » Lesbians speculate wildly about straight sex
Video: Nadja Oertelt, Taylor Jones Warning: This is definitely NSFW. Unless you want to lose your W, in which case, what a way to go. If you're a lesbian woman, chances are someone's asked you how you have sex. They'll want to know if you use dildos (sometimes), if you cuddle a lot (c'mon) and if you've ever tried dental … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Being a Nihilist [Comic]
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Mashable » Intel brings back the Segway as a tiny, rideable robot
LAS VEGAS — In his third year delivering the CES keynote, Intel CEO Brian Krzanich finally let his hair down, sort of. He arrived without a suit, instead wearing a sweater, jeans and sneakers. He still looked like a CEO, but it appeared he wanted to connect not so much with the generation attending CES 2016 in Las Vegas, but the … [Link]
Mashable » Samsung is ready to build its empire and take on Microsoft Surface
LAS VEGAS — Tim Baxter may not have the name recognition of Tim Cook, but at times, the president of Samsung Electronics America has a similar job. He steers the U.S. portion of a technology giant and, at least once a year, he gets on stage to wow the media — if not the world — with new gadgets and gizmos. … [Link]
Mashable » GOP candidates blame Obama for North Korea nuclear test
The GOP field responded in typical fashion to North Korea's latest nuclear claim: "Thanks, Obama." Republican White House candidates rushed to blast President Obama and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, blaming them for the dictatorship's claims that it has successfully tested its first hydrogen bomb. "I have been warning throughout this campaign that North Korea is run by a lunatic … [Link]
Mashable » Your next GoPro could turn slo-mo video into beautiful hi-res footage
Video image processing chip maker Ambarella has taken their low-powered tech to the next level. Their new H2 board is capable of shooting 4K resolution at 120 frames per second (fps) — turning slow motion video into smooth, high-resolution footage We had an opportunity to shoot some test clips on their development kit and the results are quite impressive. You … [Link]
Mashable » If North Korea had a hydrogen bomb, how powerful could it be?
Early Wednesday morning, North Korea claimed it successfully tested a "miniaturized" hydrogen bomb. Global geological agencies registered a 5.1 magnitude earthquake at the reported testing site, but the secretive nation's claims have yet to be verified. Both the U.S. and South Korea have said the nuclear test "doesn't appear to be hydrogen-based," based the intensity of that tremor "Only a few … [Link]
Mashable » Bee delays flight to Jakarta for 4 hours
A flight on Garuda Indonesia from Medan to Jakarta was delayed for four hours because of a very small troublemaker: A bee had entered the aircraft's pitot tube, which measures the plane's airspeed. See also: Windowless Airplane Will Give Passengers High-Res Panoramic Views The pilot delayed flight GA197 after observing an issue with the plane's engines. "Based on a thorough investigation, … [Link]
New Scientist – News » We breathe in more bugs from our tap water than from our toilets
A map of the airborne microbiomes in our homes reveals that most of the bacteria we breathe in come from outside or our floors and carpets
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Mashable » Dolce & Gabbana hijab collection is a game-changer
Dolce & Gabbana has taken its signature style to a new, largely untapped market: Muslim women. The house debuted its "Abaya Collection," which features luxurious abayas and hijabs, over the weekend. The collection comes in a variety of neutral tones and features floral prints reminiscent of those DG presented in its Spring 2016 collection. Stefano Gabbana expressed his "fascinat[ion] with the … [Link]
Slashdot » The Mystery of the Naked Black Hole
sciencehabit writes: Most, if not all, galaxies have supermassive black holes at their centers surrounded by dense clouds of stars. Now, researchers have found one that seems to have lost almost its entire entourage. The team, which reported its find at the annual meeting of the American Astronomical Society, says it doesn't know what stripped the stars away. But it … [Link]
Mashable » You can eat a doughnut encrusted with 24k gold flakes, but it'll cost you
This doughnut won’t just break your diet; it’ll also break your bank. The Manila Social Club (located in Brooklyn, New York, of course) announced the creation of its Golden Cristal Ube Donut on Instagram last week. Filled with jelly, slathered in Cristal champagne and topped with 24-karat gold flakes, just one of the delectable desserts will set you back $100. See … [Link]
Mashable » A vagina boom box for the pregnant woman who has everything else
Many of us have images of our parents putting headphones on mom’s pregnant belly, or of dad singing The Beatles nearby. However, a Spanish company claims this is simply not enough. Parents must be more direct. Babypod is a small speaker meant to play music to in utero fetuses. When inserted into the vagina, parents can share tunes with their child-to-be … [Link]
Mashable » 3 ways to reshape your business in 2016
The dawn of a new year is the perfect time to take stock of your business. It’s a natural moment to reflect on the past year, celebrate your successes and analyze your setbacks — including both the hurdles you were able to overcome and the ones you weren’t. It’s a time to set goals for the coming year that are realistic … [Link]
Mashable » Hey, look: It's Nicolas Cage at the pet store
Stars: They're just like us! While out shopping at a Las Vegas pet store, Reddit user Greed702 happened upon National Treasure Nicolas Cage, who graciously agreed to stop for a photo. See also: Nicolas Cage returns a stolen dinosaur skull (yes, you read that right) View post on imgur.com The photo has since rocketed to the front page of r/Pics and … [Link]
Mashable » Wall Street thinks Twitter's 10,000 character plan is 'desperate' and so do you
Good news, Twitter: you've finally accomplished the impossible, getting Wall Street and your user base to agree about something. Bad news: they both agree you're acting desperate. Twitter is reportedly planning to move beyond the 140 character limit that has defined the social network for nearly a decade as part of a continued effort to re-think its fundamentals and reverse its … [Link]
Mashable » Intelligent alien civilizations may thrive in star clusters
KISSIMMEE, Florida — Clusters of hundreds of thousands of stars could be just the place to hunt for intelligent aliens, a scientist says. The Milky Way is the home of about 150 globular clusters — masses of about 1 million stars packed into an area about 100 light-years across. New computer modeling suggests that those stellar groups could be just the … [Link]
Mashable » Stop what you're doing and watch a live stream of this puddle on Periscope
Witness the greatest human saga of all time. A giant puddle in Drummond Central in Newcastle upon Tyne in the UK has caused confusion, panic, anger and a full range of other emotions. See also: This graffiti artist's 'experiment' with the authorities escalated hilariously At the time of writing, more than 19,000 people on Periscope were captivated by the intense drama … [Link]
Mashable » Motörhead to stream memorial for Lemmy via YouTube
After the Dec. 28 death of Motörhead's Ian Kilmister, a.k.a. Lemmy, the band will host and stream a memorial service for its founder and frontman. See also: Thousands want one of the new periodic elements to be named after Motörhead's Lemmy "Family and close friends will observe a service at Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery, Hollywood," the band said in a statement. … [Link]
Mashable » British people are sharing stories of outrageously stupid mugging attempts
LONDON — It probably won't come as much of a surprise to learn that not all criminals are the sharpest tools in the shed, but the stories below go a long way to highlighting just how dumb some of them really are. See also: Man casually rides hoverboard into London supermarket, steals Lucozade crate, leaves British people have been trading stories … [Link]
Mashable » Rey will be added to 'Star Wars' Monopoly after fan outrage
Where’s Rey? There's Rey The female lead from Star Wars: The Force Awakens will be added to the future edition of Monopoly: Star Wars, Hasbro announced in a statement provided to Mashable. The character isn't featured in the current edition, prompting fan outcry and tweets with the popular #WheresRey hashtag "We love the passion fans have for Rey, and are happy … [Link]
Mashable » Confessions of an 'American Idol' quitter: Why I might watch the final season
American Idol's final season kicks off Wednesday. Like it or not, it's a show that paved the way for reality television and has impacted music in several notable ways. But will anyone be there to wave as the show sails into the sunset? An email from a Mashable editor who was seeking an American Idol fan drew replies that confirmed what … [Link]
Mashable » Chipotle's E. coli problem tanked its sales by 30% in one month
The worst of Chipotle's E. coli battle may still be ahead. The E. coli outbreak that forced Chipotle to shut down dozens of stores has put a severe dent in the company's sales — and the company is now the subject of a criminal investigation over the appearance of the norovirus at one of its locations. See also: Chipotle CEO finally … [Link]
Mashable » Blood orange wine spritzers: Winter's answer to day drinking
Everyone treats day drinking like it's a summer activity, but you really need that lift when the thermostat reads below freezing This easy wine spritzer is light enough to enjoy during the day but delicious well past midnight See also: Boozy hot chocolate for toasty winter nights 
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Mashable » Yoda attempts to train three uninterested Jedi ferrets
The force is strong with this battery-operated Yoda toy, but less so with this trio of ferrets. In this two-episode saga, Grand Jedi Master Yoda attempts his greatest challenge yet: To turn three energetic ferrets into upstanding members of the Jedi Order Beyoncé's 7/11 video is kinda ridiculous without the music The 'Sesame Street' and 'True Detective' parody you knew … [Link]
Mashable » Malaysia Airlines lifts baggage restrictions a day after announcing them
A day after announcing a ban on checked baggage for select long-haul flights from Kuala Lumpur to Europe, Malaysia Airlines has reversed course, lifting the ban and announcing a shorter route for the flights. "Malaysia Airlines maintains that safety is of utmost priority in its operations and will not hesitate to adjust its flight path based on its daily risk assessment," … [Link]
Slashdot » Chemical Evolution of Self-Replicating Molecules Observed In a Lab
New submitter n0w4k writes: Researchers at the University of Groningen have developed a self-replicating system able to not only pass hereditary information from one generation to another, but also mutate (non-paywalled link to the paper). It is a crucial step towards Darwinian evolution of abiotic species and artificial life. According to the authors and perhaps somewhat counterintuitively, in order to … [Link]
Mashable » 'Making a Murderer' rape victim speaks: 'I absolutely wanted the earth to swallow me'
Over the course of its 10-hour run time, Netflix's Making a Murderer introduces viewers to all sorts of colorful characters involved in the saga of Steven Avery — a Wisconsin man who was convicted of rape, exonerated 18 years later, and soon after convicted (under suspicious circumstances) of murdering another woman Throughout the miniseries, there's one important voice missing: that of … [Link]
Mashable » Keurig wants to make your cocktails as easy as your cup of joe
Keurig is showing off at the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show its new Keurig Kold machine, a one-button carbonated drink dispenser. And the company is touting a few other new pod options, including ones for cocktails. We're talking margaritas, mojitos and old fashions.Read our full review here: http://on.mash.to/1ZNB9xk Read more…More about Gadgets, Drinks, Cocktails, Food And Drink, and Tech
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Mashable » After a mass sex attack in her city, German mayor gives infuriating advice to women
The mayor of Cologne — the German city where 1,000 men carried out organized sexual assault attacks on New Year's Eve — says women and girls should abide by a "code of conduct" so that "such things do not happen to them." This was Mayor Henriette Reker's first public comment since the incident, which took place at the city's main train … [Link]
Popular Science » Big Idea For 2016: Marijuana Reaches New Highs
Sam Ward Medical marijuana is being used to treat more conditions, especially as its growing legality and acceptance makes studying it easier. It’s now easier to buy marijuana in the U.S. for personal consumption than it is for scientists to procure it for research: 23 states and D.C. have legalized it (at least as medicine), and several others may have … [Link]
Mashable » Beyoncé's 7/11 video is kinda ridiculous without the music
When Beyoncé dropped the video for 7/11, KALE sweaters flew off the shelves and goofing around in a hotel room with your squad became the new dressing up and going out But what if the music wasn't there? What if, instead of Bey's addictive track, the video was dubbed with an audio track that's a little more realistic? Let's just … [Link]
Mashable » The 'Sesame Street' and 'True Detective' parody you knew was coming
This is likely the first and the last time that our beloved Big Bird will beg Oscar the Grouch to "shut the f*ck up." As Sesame Street gears up for its big move to HBO on January 16, some might wonder what this means for everyone's favorite children's show On Tuesday night, Jimmy Kimmel gave us a taste of what's … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Farting plants have a built-in stink bomb that deters predators
Plants may be better at sensing their surroundings than we thought, with the roots of the Mimosa kicking up a real stink when they sense a potential threat
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Mashable » Thousands want one of the new periodic elements to be named after Motörhead's Lemmy
LONDON — Following the news that four new elements were added to the periodic table, a petition has been launched to name one after the late rock legend and Motörhead frontman Ian Fraser "Lemmy" Kilmister — suggesting that the name "Lemmium" will be perfectly suited for the rock legend. Lemmy died aged 70 on Dec. 28, two days after being diagnosed with an … [Link]
Slashdot » Google Fixes Rooting Vulnerabilities In Android
itwbennett writes: Google released over-the-air firmware updates for its Nexus devices Monday and will publish the patches to the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) repository by Wednesday, fixing a new batch of vulnerabilities in Android that could allow hackers to take over devices remotely or through malicious applications. The new patches address six critical, two high and five moderate vulnerabilities. … [Link]
Mashable » Razer Stargazer is the world's most powerful webcam powered by Intel RealSense
It was only a matter of time before the humble webcam received an upgrade worthy of the modern times. Along with the attractive Blade Stealth Ultrabook, Razer announced at CES the Stargazer, a webcam so powerful, it's calling it the world's most advanced webcam. See also: Razer Blade Stealth laptop turns into a powerful gaming PC Made from high-quality aluminum, … [Link]
Mashable » Hands on with Double 2 telepresence robot: Better eyes, better balance
The world may live in fear of a robot uprising, but the real world of autonomy remains pretty mundane. There are virtually no robots taking office jobs, but a handful of telepresence bots are making work-life balance a little more reasonable. See also: Hands on with Pepper, the affectionate robot One such bot, Double Robotics' Double Robot, made waves a couple … [Link]
Mashable » Misfit's first 'hearable' has the specs but not the looks
On Tuesday, Misfit released its latest wearable, the Ray Fitness and Sleep Monitor. And Wednesday, the company is announcing its first smart “hearable.” A hybrid audio-wearable device, the Specter is essentially a pair of wireless in-ear headphones that comes with an activity and sleep tracker. See also: Huawei Watch tries to go glam with Swarovski crystals and rose gold 
Image: MisfitThe … [Link]
Mashable » Jeremy Corbyn fires Labour Party rebels, others quit to protest purge
The role of an opposition should be to challenge the government, but Britain's Labour Party has begun the new year at war with itself as leader Jeremy Corbyn struggles to assert his authority over restive lawmakers. The veteran left-winger has clashed with centrist Labour legislators over issues including his opposition to nuclear weapons and to British airstrikes on Islamic State (ISIS) … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Smart guns and mental health checks needed to slash gun violence
Obama has a plan but mental health campaigners are unhappy that it includes putting more information about people's mental status in the national database
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Mashable » Contrary to rumours, Aamir Khan has not been removed as Incredible India's brand ambassador
Contrary to rumours circulating on social media today, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is still the brand ambassador of the Incredible India campaign. India's tourism ministry later said that it had not removed the actor from its popular ad campaign. See also: Aamir Khan says he is proud to be Indian, doesn't need anyone's endorsement The confusion arose over the wording of … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazon Deal of the Day: Up to 65% Off MEE audio M6 and M6P Sports Headphones ($10.49 – $14.49)
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, Amazon offers up to 65% off on select MEE audio M6 ($10.49 (65% Off)) and M6P ($14.49 (64% Off)) Sports Headphones (available in 6 colors.) The difference between the two is that the M6P features a microphone, remote, and universal volume control while the M6 does not. [Up to 65% Off MEE … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Defog Your Car Windshield With The Power of Science! [Video]
Basically, there’s 4 things you must do:4 -Heater on full blast -AC = On -Inside air circulation = Off -Crack your windows open There’s a few other tricks in the video, but this is essentially it! [Mark Rober | Via Sploid] The post Defog Your Car Windshield With The Power of Science! [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology … [Link]
Mashable » L'Oreal reminds people to ask actresses about their work, not their looks
Hollywood actresses are sick of the casual sexism of red carpet chatter, and even big beauty brands are catching on. Over the past couple years, stars like Amy Poehler and Cate Blanchett have led a social media-fueled backlash against a perceived double standard in the kinds of superficial appearance-related questions award show interviewers pose to women versus the more substantive ones … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » A Sad and Happy Story: Geeky Video Store Gets Second Life in Public Library [Short Doc]
After nearly 30 years in business, Portland, Maine-based video rental store, Videoport, closed its doors back in August 2015, but fortunately, its legacy endures thanks to the Portland Public Library. Most video stores from where I’m from are dead as well… all of them except for the Videotron SuperClubs, which are still in operation thanks to the diversification of the … [Link]
Mashable » Celebrated French conductor, composer Pierre Boulez dies at 90
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Pierre Boulez, the former principal conductor of the New York Philharmonic who moved between conducting, composition and teaching over a long career that made him one of the leading figures in modern classical music, has died at age 90. A spokesman for the Paris Philharmonic, Hamid Si Amer, confirmed that Boulez had died in Baden-Baden, Germany. See … [Link]
Slashdot » Entering the Age of Body-Worn Police Cameras
An anonymous reader writes: Cyrus Farivar writes about what's being called a new era in policing: the era of body-worn cameras. They're gaining a foothold in departments around the U.S. after a year of increasing tensions between police and citizens, caused by a series of high-profile shootings. Several research groups are busily evaluating how the cameras affect the way police … [Link]
Mashable » Samuel L. Jackson would have gladly played a stormtrooper in 'Star Wars'
On Tuesday's Late Night With Seth Meyers, guest Samuel L. Jackson reflected on his Star Wars experience, saying that he would have been happy to play an anonymous stormtrooper in the films if it meant working with George Lucas Though Jackson went on to play Mace Windu in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, he admits that he had no idea … [Link]
Mashable » How ISIS is using kids to further its cause
A small child, dressed in military fatigues, gazes into the camera. His curly hair is pulled back from his face with a piece of black fabric emblazoned with the infamous logo of the Islamic State. "Go kill the kuffar (non-believer) over there!" the 5-year-old boy says, his childlike voice standing in stark contrast to the scenes that have just played out … [Link]
Mashable » 19 ways to score cheap airfare in 2016
There are no secret days. No super special websites. No incantation to recite at half past midnight on the third full moon of the year. Nope, finding cheap airfare is the opposite of magic — although finding a great price can often be elusive. See also: Where to go in 2016: Start making your travel plans for the new year now … [Link]
Mashable » You can now make a mojito in a Keurig — and it's not terrible
LAS VEGAS — Sometimes you just want someone to hand you a cocktail after a long day. Keurig wants to be your bartender. Keurig, known for its K-Cup system that turns coffee pods into a fresh cup, is showing off at the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show its new Keurig Kold machine, a one-button carbonated drink dispenser (i.e. want a Coca-Cola? … [Link]
Mashable » For his first trick, Eddie Redmayne reveals he was a huge magic nerd
Today, Eddie Redmayne is 34 years old. And if his childhood self isn't impressed by the whole Oscar winner deal, young Eddie would at least probably be psyched that he grows up to play a magical-creature expert in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Redmayne says his favorite birthday ever was a magic show that he enjoyed significantly more than … [Link]
Mashable » 'Girl who kissed Putin' warns about rise of Russian nationalism
Masha Drokova is best known as the girl who kissed Vladimir Putin. She planted one on the Russian president's cheek while a leader of Nashi, the now defunct pro-Kremlin youth organization dubbed "Putin's private army" by critics. Nashi brought Drokova moderate fame and future. For a while she had her own talk show. Her connections to the Kremlin, where she often … [Link]
Mashable » This woman repurposed her wedding dress into gowns for stillborn babies
LONDON — For many women, wedding dresses are treasured items, and — though they may never be worn again — these items are often kept as a wedding day memento. One British woman has decided to put her wedding dress to good use after deciding she won't wear it again. Yvonne Trimble — who is originally from Edinburgh but now lives … [Link]
Slashdot » North Korea Claims It Detonated Its First Hydrogen Bomb
HughPickens.com writes: North Korea announced it has detonated its first hydrogen bomb, dramatically escalating the nuclear challenge from one of the world's most isolated and dangerous states. "This is the self-defensive measure we have to take to defend our right to live in the face of the nuclear threats and blackmail by the United States and to guarantee the security … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Elusive narwhal babies spotted gathering at Canadian nursery
Aerial images captured by plane have found that newborn narwhals seem to congregate in a small nursery population of these mysterious one-horned animals
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Mashable » Drones could soon be used to patrol protests and catch criminals in UK
LONDON — Police in the UK are trialling the use of drones as an alternative policing method and could soon be using the remote-control devices in a range of scenarios. The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) told Mashable that they've been working with the Home Office to investigate how drones might be used in "law enforcement and counter terrorist work, including … [Link]
Mashable » Old Spice introduces the suave new guy all men want to be like
Old Spice is adding a new character to its zany branded world of macho surrealism. Legendary Man, as he is called, is a smooth-talking European daredevil who's sort of a cross between Dos Equis' Most Interesting Man in the World and a melodramatic Nike commercial. Then, of course, he's topped with a dose of the deodorant brand's trademark absurdity. See … [Link]
Mashable » Cheerful Mumbaikars break into dance during a traffic jam on New Year's Eve
Being caught in a traffic jam on New Year's Eve is probably one of the most tiresome situations to find yourself in, but these commuters in Mumbai decided to make the most of it with an impromptu flash mob in the middle of the road. See also: 50 awesome women just pulled off India's first saree flash mob With his … [Link]
Mashable » 2 keys to jumpstarting your career in the New Year no matter what your position
As a new year starts, it seems cliché to talk to about resolutions. But this truly is the time to set and attain career goals. According to CareerSidekick, the early months are “…probably the best time to apply for jobs all year.” As they explain: “A big reason for the boost in hiring activities in these late winter months is that companies often … [Link]
Mashable » Adorable Code-a-Pillar teaches 3-year-olds the basics of coding
LAS VEGAS — An adorable new Fisher-Price caterpillar toy aims to teach kids the basics of coding. The company is showing off at the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show the Think & Learn Code-a-Pillar, a toy that teaches kids ages 3 to 8 problem solving and sequencing. By directing the caterpillar to move in a certain pattern, it reinforces skills associated … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 6 January 2016
Science on a Sphere — for when you want to see global data visualised without 2d-projection distortion. Lebowsky and Sterling’s 2016 State of the World — These physical barriers will suffer the “Fukushima effect:” the dikes you built to resist … [Link]
Mashable » This American made a big mistake trying to defend gun crime to the UK
When pro-gun reporter Neil McCabe appeared recently on Channel 4 News in an attempt to justify gun violence, things didn't exactly go according to plan. British interviewer Jon Snow — who clearly doesn't share McCabe's enthusiasm for guns — wasted no time in highlighting the sheer volume of gun crime that's already taken place in the U.S. in the first … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: DevOps Automation Cookbook – $17.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "DevOps Automation Cookbook" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-01-07 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » Here's how to stay teetotal without sacrificing your social life
LONDON — Meeting up with friends and eating out can be tricky if you don't drink alcohol — even if you're just taking a short break. A lot of bars and restaurants have limited options for non-drinkers beyond the standard-issue range of carbonated drinks. There are only so many glasses of sugary, fizzy drinks anyone can drink, before you begin to … [Link]
Mashable » Upscale gym chain Equinox glams up breastfeeding in new ad about hardcore commitment
A provocative new ad for Equinox features a woman breastfeeding two babies in the middle of a crowded restaurant with a haughty expression that suggests unapologetic confidence. The print ad is one of seven released by the luxury gym this week as part of its "Commit to Something" campaign shot by fashion photographer Steven Klein See also: This new ad will … [Link]
Mashable » The 10 most popular destinations for escaping the cold this winter
It happens some time around Feb. 10. Winter loses its appeal, and the cold weather is no longer beautiful, romantic, crisp or exhilarating. It is just winter: Cold, gray and apparently lasting for the rest of your life. See also: Where to go in 2016: Start making your travel plans for the new year now Which is why the winter holiday … [Link]
Mashable » 58 bodies recovered so far from Shenzhen landslide
Rescuers have recovered 58 bodies from the landslide that occurred at a construction waste dump in Shenzhen more than two weeks ago. The official Xinhua agency said on Wednesday that the Shenzhen city government has managed to identify 52 out of the 58 bodies. Last week, authorities put the total number missing at 77, but with the latest developments, that leaves … [Link]
Mashable » A homeless man joined a busker for a beautiful rendition of 'Summertime'
During a New Year's Eve busking session in Leeds, UK, Jonathan Walker was approached by a homeless man who asked if they could jam together. Walker didn't know whether the man could sing, but he'd seen him on the streets before and decided to let the man join him. The video above, which was filmed by a passerby, captures the … [Link]
Mashable » Vatican newspaper slams 'blasphemous' new 'Charlie Hebdo' cover
The Vatican's newspaper has hit out against this week's Charlie Hebdo cover for portraying God as a blood-stained terrorist with a gun and the headline "The assassin is still at large." The Osservatore Romano said the artwork, on the front of a 32-page issue produced by artists and staffers of the satirical magazine a year after gunmen stormed the office killing … [Link]
Mashable » Japan's first girls-only 'otaku' cafe opens in Osaka and boys are strictly not allowed
Mention the Japanese term 'otaku', and the image of a middle-aged anime fan or manga geek-boy might come to mind. But a new cafe, Ataraxia Cafe, in Osaka's Nipponbashi area wants to cater to Japan's growing number of female otakus instead. See also: Studio Ghibli will release its first foreign film, The Red Turtle, next year In Japan, 'otaku' is used … [Link]
Slashdot » The Unsung Heroes of Scientific Software
An anonymous reader sends this news from Nature: For researchers who code, academic norms for tracking the value of their work seem grossly unfair. They can spend hours contributing to software that underpins research, but if that work does not result in the authorship of a research paper and accompanying citations, there is little way to measure its impact. … … [Link]
Mashable » Stephen Fry has some crucial lessons in etiquette for anyone visiting the UK
If you fancy brushing up on your British etiquette, who better to get a lesson from than time-honoured English gent Stephen Fry? The fine art of queuing, awkward politeness, tutting, light cheering at broken glassware and, of course, the weather, are among the key topics covered by Fry in the above video, which was made by Heathrow Airport. See also: … [Link]
Mashable » The very first war photography was staged
Captain Thomas Longworth Dames of the British Royal Artillery.Image: Roger Fenton/Library of CongressIn the 1850s, the Crimean War emerged from a dispute over the rights of Christian minorities in the Ottoman-controlled Holy Land. Tensions among Russia, France and the Ottoman Empire eventually boiled over into a war centered in the Balkans and the critical warm-water ports of the Crimean Peninsula in the … [Link]
Mashable » This simple mindfulness tip will get you through your long work day
Whether you have too many tasks on your plate or you're dealing with a particularly difficult personality, keeping your cool at work can seem like an insurmountable task. Before you burst into tears over the photocopying machine wondering how you will ever get everything done, try this quick and simple mindfulness trick to regain your calm at work and allow you … [Link]
Popular Science » The Endless Mini Is An Affordable Computer For The Developing World
Video of Popular Science Talks to Endless at PepCom 2016 More than 4 billion people in the world can’t read this article. That’s not necessarily because they can’t read, although illiteracy is an issue affecting nearly 10 percent of the world’s population, but because they don’t have access to a computer. Mark Zuckerberg has been tackling the issue of connectivity … [Link]
Mashable » Madonna to perform in Singapore, but her tickets will cost you
SINGAPORE — After months of speculation, it has been confirmed that Madonna, the OG Queen of Pop, is bringing her controversial Rebel Heart Tour to Singapore on February 28. But tickets to catch the Material Girl will cost you a pretty penny. Local concert organiser Mediacorp Vizpro says ticket prices start from SG$108 and goes up to a whopping SG$1,288 for … [Link]
Mashable » It's official: Deepika Padukone will star with Vin Diesel in 'xXx: The Return of Xander'
A month after photographs of Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone and Hollywood actor Vin Diesel got fans excited in India, it has now been confirmed that the two will be starring together in the forthcoming film xXx: The Return of Xander Cage. See also: Deepika Padukone and Vin Diesel may soon star in a film together The film's director DJ Caruso confirmed … [Link]
Mashable » This December was the warmest in India in over 100 years
According to the Indian Meteorogical Department (IMD), December 2015 was the hottest in India the last 115 years. The period between September and December 2015 was also the warmest since 1901, when IMD started recording data. See also: November crushes temperature record while 2015 careens toward new milestone The mean temperature in December was 1.2 degree celsius above normal. It was … [Link]
Mashable » Tennis player telling opponent to challenge 'out' call is pure sportsmanship
You'd expect two players in a competitive tennis match to grind out every point, battling to the end. Not American tennis player Jack Sock, playing against Australian Lleyton Hewitt during a Hopman Cup match on Tuesday night Hewitt served, with the umpire calling out on the ball. Sock decided to intervene, saying, "It was in, if you want to challenge … [Link]
Mashable » Live your dreams and make a 3D-printed Lego head that looks like you
No longer will your Lego figure be an unnatural shade of jaundice yellow The appropriately named shop, Funky 3D Faces, will create your very own custom 3D-printed Lego head, because everyone truly deserves a replica of themselves as their favorite childhood toy. See also: A scary-accurate 3D-printed action figure is your new favorite selfie 
Image: Etsy For the low, low price … [Link]
Mashable » You can soon buy 'meat' from America's first vegan butcher
Go to your local butcher, and you're more likely to find "dead cow" than "seasonal farro." But over in Minneapolis, Minnesota, two vegan chefs are hoping to reinvent the traditional American palette. Aubry and Kale Walch started a Kickstarter over a year ago, hoping to open their very own local vegan butcher shop, "The Herbivorous Butcher." The two had spent years … [Link]
Mashable » Dogs are surprisingly well-behaved concert attendees
Crowds at concerts can be pretty rude. They walk on you without thinking twice about it, howl at the performer in the middle of the set and even slobber. So it's a nice change of pace to take in some culture around a more well-behaved group of music fans. In this case, dogs. Legendary performance artist and musician Laurie Anderson … [Link]
Mashable » Razer Blade Stealth laptop is a gamer in disguise
Razer’s meteoric rise from being a PC peripheral maker to being one of the most envied laptop makers in the world has been nothing short of insane. The base model Blade Stealth has a 12.5-inch QuadHD (2,560 x 1,440) resolution touchscreen with 100% Adobe RGB color gamut, and a Chroma-lit keyboard. Yep, that's the same wild lighting system in its mechanical … [Link]
Mashable » New Roots smartphone app aims to help refugees feel at home in Australia
When refugees arrive in Australia, everything is unfamiliar. The people, the language and the weather may all come as a shock, but one thing is probably universal: The smartphone. Settlement Services International (SSI), an organisation that supports refugees, has worked with mental health initiative Beyondblue, using funds from Movember, to develop an app called New Roots that aims to support … [Link]
Mashable » All the best tech we saw at CES today
The International CES has kicked into full gear and Tuesday was filled with some of the best gear we've seen yet. Whether it was monster TVs, elegant smartwatches or brand new sensor-laden gadgets, the day was jam-packed with news from big companies and startups alike and Mashable's team was there to see it all all. See also: How to follow Mashable … [Link]
Popular Science » L'Oreal's New Sticker Measures UV Rays While You Bask In The Sun
L'Oreal L'Oreal announced its new wearable, My UV Patch, at CES 2016. CES gives companies a platform to show the best possible future of their product or field. Usually, this means putting screens on everything. Samsung unveiled a kitchen rife with touch-sensitive displays, and car manufacturers like Ford and Toyota are teaming up to bring apps into your car. But … [Link]
Mashable » North Korea's nuclear test claim provokes swift international backlash
UPDATED Jan. 6, 2016, 2:57 a.m. ET with China and Britain's reactions.UPDATED Jan. 6, 2016, 4:35 a.m. ET with Australia and France's reactions. While it remains unconfirmed whether North Korea did successfully test an H-bomb Wednesday, world leaders have been swift to strongly condemn the hermit nation's nuclear tests. At about 10 a.m. local time, a blast was registered near the … [Link]
Mashable » Razer Blade Stealth laptop turns into a powerful gaming PC
LAS VEGAS — Razer's meteoric rise from being a PC peripheral maker to also being one of the most envied laptop makers in the world has been nothing short of insane The company's not slowing down with the lust-worthy laptops. The new Razer Blade Stealth is its lightest and thinnest laptop yet. Its $999 starting price also undercuts competitors like … [Link]
Slashdot » Your Car: Aerial Drone Launcher?
Nerval's Lobster writes: Ford and Chinese technology company DJI (which manufactures drones that specialize in aerial photography) used the spotlight of this year's CES to announce a developer challenge: figure out how someone can use the dashboard touch-screen to launch (and land) a drone from the back of a pickup. While the challenge is framed as a "search-and-rescue system for … [Link]
Mashable » Chevrolet Bolt EV is the car of the future for everyone
The Chevy Bolt unveiled at CES 2016 is a game-changer. It's like driving the future. It's a Tesla Model 3 killer. It will be capable of traveling more than 200 miles on a single charge and it will cost around $30,000 after a $7,500 tax deduction. Those are the two biggest figures you need to know and ones that make it … [Link]
Mashable » 9 unnecessary quotation marks that will make you question humanity
Everyone knows grammar can be a tricky thing to master. There are confusing rules, inconsistencies and no shortage of misunderstood wordsmiths confusing "their" with "there." And we also know the Internet takes no prisoners: Though the world has seen its fair share of comma conundrums ("let's eat, grandma" versus "let's eat grandma" is the most prominent), let's be honest — these … [Link]
Mashable » Relive people's bizarre Tinder dating stories, but with puppets
If you don't mind a bit of schadenfreude, a new series about horrific and bizarre online dating stories is here to bring delight. Using puppets. No Strings Attached (geddit?) is an Australian television series set to air on ABC's video on-demand platform, iView, after it was picked up by the broadcaster following its first season on YouTube as Tales from Tinder. … [Link]
Mashable » Nutella-palooza is a totally nuts festival dedicated to the tasty spread
If you're in absolute love with Nutella and think the delicious chocolate-hazelnut spread deserves to go on everything ever, boy, don't we have news for you. Nutella-palooza will be the first Australian festival completely dedicated to the almighty spread, taking place in Adelaide's Bonython Park on Apr. 9, 2016. There you can finally indulge in all your Nutella fantasies, with cooking … [Link]
Mashable » Cliche or not, Chevy's 200-mile Bolt EV is a game-changer for the masses
LAS VEGAS — Let's get the cliches about the Chevy Bolt out of the way, shall we? The Chevy Bolt is a game-changer. It's like driving the future. It's a Tesla Model 3 killer. Now that we've cleared our system of all that silliness and excitement, let's discuss the details and implications of the Chevrolet's all-new, long-range electric car that … [Link]
Slashdot » China's Tech Copycats Transformed Into a Hub For Innovation
hackingbear writes: Following similar path of the 19th century America, China has advanced from being copycats to innovators. After its middle class has risen from 4% of population to 2/3 in the last decade, a generation both creative and comfortable with risk-taking are born. "We're seeing people in their early twenties starting companies—people just out of school, and there are … [Link]
Mashable » National hoverboard ban floated in Australia after dangerous house fire
After a hoverboard caused a devastating house fire in Melbourne Monday, the powers that be in Australia have decided they're going to take a second look at these two-wheeled, non-hovering thingamabobs. The Metropolitan Fire Brigade confirmed Tuesday the fire started after a hoverboard's batteries exploded while it was on charge in a child's bedroom. The model and origin of the hoverboard … [Link]
Mashable » Volkswagen debuts production-ready gesture controls on its e-Golf Touch
LAS VEGAS — Until this moment, BMW has been the only carmaker with production-ready gesture controls. However, Volkswagen just got into the touch-free game with the debut of its new 9.2-inch infotainment system — complete with gesture controls — here at the 2016 International CES. The system that will be pushed into the German automaker's new cars over the next few … [Link]
Mashable » Volkswagen's all-electric microbus concept is the ultimate hippie mobile
LAS VEGAS — Down, but not out, Volkswagen has officially unveiled at International CES a car that signifies its new way forward. Diesel is done (I hope) and, in its place, VW will focus on electrification. It's called the BUDD-e and, as you can see, it's both a nod to the German carmaker's past as well as its future. Ignore … [Link]
Mashable » Sony's Ultra delivers 4K content to your TV, but only if it's a Bravia
LAS VEGAS — 4K TVs may be cheaper than before, but they still lack native 4K content for consumers to watch on them. Sony's remedying that, kinda. At CES, the company announced Ultra, a new 4K streaming service from Sony Pictures that will let users buy 4K movies and TV shows and stream them to their TVs See also: Sony's sleek … [Link]
Mashable » North Korea claims it has successfully tested a hydrogen bomb
UPDATED Jan. 6, 2016, 12:45 a.m. ET North Korea gave the international community a jolt on Wednesday morning local time when, it claims, it successfully tested a miniature hydrogen bomb. If true, this would indicate that one of the world's most dangerous and isolated nations has made significant improvements in its ambitions to weaponize. Originally thought to have been an earthquake, … [Link]
Mashable » Sony's sleek turntable converts vinyl into hi-res digital audio files
LAS VEGAS — Sony didn't have many new products to announce during its CES press conference this year There was a 4K camcorder (meh) and a couple of pairs of high-resolution headphones and earbuds (also meh). The most interesting new product was probably the PS-HX500 stereo turntable system, which converts vinyl into high-resolution digital audio files. See also: Nikon D5 DSLR … [Link]
Mashable » Rio's Olympic track stadium has power cut off over unpaid bills
Remember #SochiProblems, which collected all the failures and foibles by those responsible for staging the 2014 Winter Olympics in Russia? You can now add unpaid bill collectors to the long list of problems Rio de Janeiro is accumulating ahead of its turn hosting the 2016 Olympics this summer See also: Not just Boston: Why no one wants to host the Olympics … [Link]
Mashable » Up to something: The Detroit Pistons just won NBA Twitter
Not only do the Detroit Pistons deserve to have star center Andre Drummond make the All-Star game for this — the team deserves some sort of commemorative section in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Them boys — or at least their social media staff — are definitely up to something See also: My high school teammate, Kobe Bryant As … [Link]
Mashable » New Balance announces Android Wear smartwatch for running smartphone-free
Smartwatches can be hugely convenient tools when it comes to tracking runs and workouts. But the vast majority require that you also bring your smartphone along for the run or ride which, for some, limits the appeal of a wrist-mounted tracker Now running shoe company New Balance has announced that it will be among the first to release an Android-powered smartwatch … [Link]
Mashable » The laptop bags that do more than just hold your device
In all honesty, you could carry a laptop in just about any sizable tote, bag or backpack. But laptop bags should have a little more utility than your average accessory, whether that be extra security features or providing a bit of style. At International CES in Las Vegas, a few bags made their debut, and they’re functional beyond just holding your … [Link]
Mashable » Withings' $69 fitness tracker can (almost) compete with the big guys
LAS VEGAS — Fitness tracking is nothing new, but more companies are rolling out entry-level products this week at CES in an effort to convert the uninitiated. Cheap is in, and the options are getting smarter. Case in point: Health monitoring veteran Withings introduced a $69 activity tracker called the Withings Go, a device filled with several features you’d typically find … [Link]
Mashable » Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 takes camera durability to the next level
LAS VEGAS — The best part of owning an Olympus Stylus Tough camera is that you never have to baby it. You can drop it, submerge it, freeze it, basically abuse it pretty hard and it'll most likely survive. At CES, Olympus announced the Stylus Tough TG-870, the newest member in its rugged point-and-shoot camera series. See also: I shot rockets … [Link]
Slashdot » Twitter To Extend 140-Character Limit For Tweets
An anonymous reader writes: According to Re/code, Twitter is doing away with its 140-character limit for tweets. The company is currently planning on increasing the limit to 10,000 characters, though the final number may change before they roll it out. "Twitter is currently testing a version of the product in which tweets appear the same way they do now, displaying … [Link]
Popular Science » VR Might Not Be Ready In 2016, But It's The Future
Marc Leonard Popular Science technology editor Michael Nunez tries the HTC Vive Pre. The last thing the internet needs is another tech reporter waxing poetic about their experience with virtual reality. No matter the prose, everyone I’ve argued with about virtual reality has agreed that no article is going to replicate the experience. Love it or hate it, VR just … [Link]
Mashable » Beautiful photos show signs of 'runaway' stars in the Milky Way
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Runaway stars speeding through the galaxy aren't exactly easy to find, but luckily, they leave some clues that space-based telescopes can catch and beam back to Earth NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope and the Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE) have caught sight of "bow shocks" produced by dozens of these runaway stars shooting through the galaxy at supersonic speeds. … [Link]
Mashable » When Obama took executive action on gun control, Amy Schumer was there
On Tuesday morning, President Barack Obama announced new executive actions on gun control in front of an audience that included victims of gun violence as well as proponents of gun control, including comedian Amy Schumer. See also: Amy Schumer, Barack Obama plea for an end to gun violence in video campaign While plenty of celebrities have joined the cause, for Schumer, … [Link]
Mashable » Malaysia Airlines bans checked baggage on long flights
Beleaguered carrier Malaysia Airlines can't seem to catch a break. Due to a combination of strong headwinds and longer flight routes in effect since the downing of MH17, the Asian carrier is telling passengers flying from Kuala Lumpur to European destinations Paris and Amsterdam that they cannot check baggage. See also: The best airlines in 2015 don't include any based in … [Link]
Popular Science » Nikon's New Action Camera Shoots Video In All Directions
Courtesy of Nikon Nikon KeyMission 360 Nikon's new 360-degree camera will be optimized for most virtual reality headsets. The footage it captures can also be uploaded to YouTube and Facebook. You've probably heard about 360-degree videos. You've also probably heard about action cameras. Today, Nikon announced its going to combine the two in a new camera called the KeyMission 360. … [Link]
Mashable » Sling TV gets a new interface, access to ESPN3
In 2015, Sling TV basically won CES with its $20 a month subscription offering that gives users access to cable channels, including ESPN. The service — which includes access to channels such as CNN, TNT, Cartoon Network, AMC and ESPN — was the first big OTT player to come out of the gate. OTT refers to Over The Top, or content … [Link]
Mashable » Quantum Leap VR camera aims to make live streaming VR in HD simple for producers
This year's CES is not only turning out to be focused in large part on virtual reality as a platform, but the supporting hardware behind the platform is welcoming a good deal of exciting new hardware One of the coolest new VR cameras we've seen yet is the new Quantum Leap VR system, a small, cylindrical device that houses 16 high … [Link]
Mashable » First app-enabled pregnancy test is delivered at CES
LAS VEGAS –- Waiting for a pregnancy test to reveal a positive or negative result is a stressful 3 minutes for many –- not to mention the anxiety affiliated with tracking the best times to conceive. But now, the first-ever digital pregnancy test that works with an app aims to make the process less daunting, thanks to a little more automation … [Link]
Mashable » Crying koala just cannot handle losing after epic tree brawl
Cute koala "bears," huh? Well first of all, they're not bears, they're marsupials. And they're not so adorable, as this video will show you. One tree just isn't big enough for two koalas apparently, forcing an epic showdown. The crying and yelping that follow will surely send chills down your spine. The video was uploaded onto YouTube by Alicia Alexander … [Link]
Mashable » Gnomesville to cave diving: 7 Aussie adventures to check out in 2016
Don’t go thinking pristine beaches are all the country has to offer: Australia may be famous for its stunning landscapes and terrifying wildlife, but venture deeper and you'll find a unique array of weird, wacky and wonderful experiences. Here's a collection of Australia's hidden travel adventures, which can satisfy everyone from adrenaline junkies to vegetable racing enthusiasts. Yes, you read that … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft Teams With Automakers To Put Windows, Office In Cars
An anonymous reader writes: Today Microsoft announced partnerships with several companies to bring Windows 10, Office 365, and Azure to cars. Volvo is having their Call Universal App integrate with Windows 10 smartphones and Microsoft Band 2 watches to let drivers interact with their cars. Harman, a company that builds infotainment systems, will allow drivers to access Office 365 services … [Link]
New Scientist – News » UK’s carbon footprint from imported food revealed for first time
Nearly two-thirds of the greenhouse gases produced in feeding the UK are now released abroad, with 18 per cent released in South America
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Mashable » Bernie Sanders and comedian Larry Wilmore talk 'schlonged'
Bernie Sanders wanted to make it known: He isn't here to translate Trump-speak In an interview with Comedy Central's Larry Wilmore here in New York, the Democratic presidential candidate wanted no part of defining "schlonged," the perhaps vulgar, perhaps Yiddish, perhaps purely New York term that Donald Trump used recently to refer to Hillary Clinton's loss in the 2008 Democratic primary. … [Link]
Mashable » MTV has 'Game of Thrones' ambitions with 'The Shannara Chronicles'
The opening shot of the next epic book-to-television fantasy tale could have been taken by a drone on a trip through a sweeping bright green landscape not unlike those we've seen before in Lord of the Rings. We weave through mountains, scoping out a world that's a little worse for the wear but, despite its overgrown state, is beautiful nonetheless. It's … [Link]
Mashable » Another hoverboard fire scorches California home
Despite a number of early warnings just before Christmas, the list of hoverboard fires continues to grow, with the latest major incident occurring in Van Nuys, California In this case, the device erupted in flames while it was charging See also: Swagway sued by customer over burning hoverboard Local firefighters responding to the call on Sunday at 10:15 p.m. discovered thick … [Link]
Slashdot » Obama Orders Feds To Study Smart Gun Technology
An anonymous reader writes: Today U.S. President Barack Obama rolled out a set of executive actions aimed at reducing gun violence. The most controversial of the provisions requires licenses for those who sell guns at gun shows and on the internet, and forces background checks on buyers. There are also a number of measures dedicated to making background checks more … [Link]
Mashable » New Year's assaults spark fresh migration debate in Germany
A string of sex assaults and robberies during New Year's celebrations in Germany has fuelled debate about the country's ability to integrate large numbers of migrants, after police said that men who targeted dozens of women in the western city of Cologne appeared to be of "Arab or North African origin." See also: Not everyone in Germany is eager to welcome … [Link]
Popular Science » The Cassia Hub controls your Bluetooth devices from 1000 feet away
Cassia The Cassia Hub can control 22 Bluetooth devices from up to 1000 feet. Bluetooth is great, until you walk more than about 50 feet away from any of your devices. The Cassia Hub, announced at CES today, wants to make Bluetooth better. It takes the router’s idea of a central device that can talk to every other connected device … [Link]
Mashable » These Aussie fishermen almost got wiped out by a giant angry marlin
Better check yourself, before you wreck yourself. That's the advice we'd probably give to these fishermen after they were nearly knocked over by a mad as hell marlin. The 90-kilogram (198-pound) beast with its dangerous-looking beak flailed at the fishermen when it was reeled onto their boat, nearly 40 kilometres (25 miles) out to sea, according to the Newcastle Herald. … [Link]
Mashable » Paper and screen in perfect harmony with the Orée Stylograph
Mashable’s Sam Sheffer got hands-on with the new Orée Stylograph to see how easy it is to record handwritten notes with a smartphone app. Read more…More about Apps, Notes, Tech, Gadgets, and Mobile [Link]
Mashable » Steph Curry starred in these amazing 90s Burger King ads as a kid
You probably know Steph Curry as a golden god, or as the best thing on Vine, or as the father of Queen Riley But before all that, Curry was a apparently child star — as the world has now learned from two glorious old Burger King ads that just resurfaced See also: My high school teammate, Kobe Bryant Steph's father, … [Link]
Popular Science » Samsung's Most Important Product Updates At CES 2016
Xavier Harding Samsung at CES 2016 Samsung has updated its watch lineup, now offering rose gold and platinum Samsung's CES 2016 press conference introduced new features to many devices across the board. From mobile products like smartwatches and tablets, to appliances like refrigerators and washing machines, many of Samsung's signature products saw potentially useful updates. Along with making life simpler … [Link]
Mashable » 'Girls' will end after Season 6
The end is nigh for HBO's Girls. The Brooklyn-set comedy, which turned Lena Dunham into a household name and helped Adam Driver become a Star Wars villain, is bowing out after Season 6, according to reports See also: Kylo Ren — er, Adam Driver — to host 'Saturday Night Live' E! was the first to confirm the news, which had been … [Link]
Mashable » After scoring autonomous driving license, Kia announces new self-driving sub-brand
LAS VEGAS — If you thought the Tesla Model S would be the only EV driving itself around for the near future, well, you'd be wrong. Kia just got its license to drive fully autonomous Soul EVs on the public roads in Nevada. But that's not the Korean carmaker's only autonomous tech announcement made at the 2016 International CES Tuesday. See … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » WANT: Star Wars Death Star and Hoth Dinner Sets
1 plate, 1 placemat, and a 3-piece flatware set, themed after either the Death Star (above) or the planet Hoth (below). Entirely fabric, this placemat is a step up. It creates a scene that gives context to the plate. The two images don’t match; they coordinate. The plate’s a generous 10″ in diameter. It’s melamine, which means it won’t break … [Link]
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