Anyone who works as a freelancer these days has to be at least a bit familiar with techie things. But it isn’t just that. When I was a kid and those vaguely SF puppet shows were on the television and all the other kids wanted to be Greg Gogetem or Steve Savetheuniverse, I wanted to be the guy in a white coat and glasses called Doc or Brains. Here are some technology-related feeds I find useful and/or entertaining.
Slashdot » Planetary Resources Reveals Out-of-This-World 3D Printing
Zothecula writes: If one is going to get into the asteroid mining business, one needs to prove that you can do something with what's brought back. That seems to be the thinking behind Planetary Resources' recent presentation at CES in Las Vegas, where the asteroid mining company unveiled the first object 3D printed using extraterrestrial materials. Made in collaboration with … [Link]
Mashable » Audi's h-tron quattro concept makes hydrogen fuel cells stylish
DETROIT — Audi surprised attendees of the North American International Auto Show with a new hydrogen fuel cell-powered concept called the "h-tron quattro" concept. See also: Nissan's Titan Warrior is a battle-ready desert racer that can conquer the daily commute 
Audi h-tron quattro conceptImage: AudiThe h-tron bit of the name is Audi's code for hydrogen models in its range, and … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 11 January 2016
Why Americans Can’t Stop Working (The Atlantic) — summary of a paywalled economics paper on the mystery of increasing productivity yet increasing length of the work week. (via BoingBoing) On the Reception and Detection of Pseudo-Profound Bullshit (PDF) — These … [Link]
Mashable » Front pages around the world pay tribute to David Bowie
As news spread late Sunday night into Monday of the death of David Bowie, tributes from around the world poured out on to social media, remembering the artist for all of his contributions to modern culture See also: David Bowie's oddly beautiful life in rare photos Because of the timing of the announcement of his death — early morning in the … [Link]
Mashable » New iOS 9.3 feature will make reading at night easier on your eyes
Attention, night owls: Apple will soon be making it easier for you to use your devices at night. The upcoming iOS 9.3 update will include a new feature called "Night Shift" that will change the colors of the light emitted by your iPhone or iPad's display, based on the time of day See also: Seriously, stop using your smartphone in bed … [Link]
Mashable » Caffeinated flour may be the best invention of our time
The best invention since sliced bread is a flour that will make your sliced bread caffeinated Brandeis University professor Daniel Perlman has patented coffee flour, which will allow baked goods to give you the same buzz as several cups of coffee, depending how much of the flour you use See also: Caffeinated peanut butter just made lunch more interesting 
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Popular Science » The Hexo+ Is A Personal Drone That Follows You Everywhere
The showroom floor of CES 2016 was home to many drones, but the Hexo+ stands out among the flock. The Kickstarter-based project that began in the summer of 2014 has finally culminated in a drone that not only follows its human owner through a smartphone app, but also comes with a built-in gimbal designed to mount a GoPro, allowing it … [Link]
Slashdot » IRS: Identity Theft Protection a Tax Deductible Benefit – Even Without a Breach
chicksdaddy writes: The U.S. Internal Revenue Service has announced that it will treat identity theft protection as a non-taxable, non-reportable benefit that companies can offer — even when the company in question hasn't experienced a data breach, and regardless of whether it is offered by an employer to employees, or by other businesses (such as online retailers) to its customers, … [Link]
Popular Science » Watch These Sharks Try And Eat Research Drones
Screenshot by author, from Vimeo Shark Versus Drone Robots are a great tool for studying sharks. Without the need to breathe, they can stay underwater for a long time, and without any mortality, they have no capacity for fear. Three years ago, a research team led by Greg Skomal of the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries used REMUS torpedo-shaped semi-autonomous … [Link]
Mashable » BowieNet is proof David Bowie was an Internet visionary before Napster
Many artists like to claim the mantle of being a cutting-edge artist, but the late David Bowie, a music innovator to be sure, quietly helped pioneer online music and social networks long before most musicians ever touched a computer In fact, before there was Napster (launched in 1999), the harbinger of digital disruption for the music business, there was BowieNet, Bowie’s … [Link]
Mashable » The 'Hot Guys Holding BB-8' Tumblr is exactly what you need it to be
In what is essentially the geek equivalent of hot dudes holding puppies, a new Tumblr is bringing together Hollywood's best looking men and Star Wars' cutest star. Hot Guys Holding BB8 delivers exactly what we've all been dreaming about: Oscar Isaac lovingly clutching his BB-8 droid See also: 'Star Wars' has an amazing new droid: How does the BB-8 work in … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Fantastic Sci-Fi Short Film: TRAVELER [Video]
A short film by The CGBros featuring four friends that build a jet-powered craft that can teleport across the universe… or to an alternate dimension. The movie ends too soon, so I hope the people behind the project will film a sequel eventually! When a group of friends discover a secret code on the dark-web, they build a jet-powered craft … [Link]
Mashable » The love story of Iman and David Bowie, through the years
When David Bowie met Iman in the 1970s, he says it was love at first sight. She, however, was a little apprehensive about dating a rock star. "I was not ready for a relationship. Definitely I didn't want to get into a relationship with somebody like him. But as I always said: I fell in love with David Jones. I did … [Link]
Popular Science » This Self-Driving Car Comes With Its Own Drone
Rinspeed Auto's founder has been innovating for awhile. But with the self-driving car revolution just starting, we got a look at a concept car called the Rinspeed Auto Etos at CES 2016. Not only does it self-drive, it syncs with a bunch of applications, has a retractable steering wheel, 8 on-board cameras, and the big kicker — a built-in DRONE! … [Link]
Popular Science » Video: Blow Safer Smoke Rings
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Popular Science » These Are The First-Ever Photos Of Individual Proteins
Jean-Nicolas Longchamp et al, 2015, arXiv Hemoglobin Two images of the protein hemoglobin taken by the study authors using a holograpy electron microscope. There are thousands of different proteins in the human body. Each has a unique shape that determines its function. Scientists have a hard time capturing images of individual proteins, however—the high-powered imaging tools would obliterate the fragile … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Sound of your own voice may help you understand your emotions
We know bodily signals such as heartbeat play an active role in shaping our thoughts and emotions. Now it seems our voices have similar powers
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Slashdot » Police Agencies Using Software To Generate "Threat Scores" of Suspects
Koreantoast writes: It's no secret that governments across the globe have been taking advantage of new technologies to create stronger surveillance systems on citizens. While many have focused on the actions of intelligence agencies, local police departments continue to create more sophisticated systems as well. A recent article highlights one new system deployed by the Fresno, California police department, Intrado's … [Link]
Popular Science » Air Mule Hovercraft Ambulance Flies Autonomously
Tactical Robotics Air Mule Robots may not stop war, but they may someday be able to save the humans fighting it. Developed by Tactical Robotics, the Air Mule is a hovercar-like aircraft, built to be an ambulance. On December 30th, it flew autonomously, giving a wobbly glimpse at what battlefield salvation may look like later this century. Watch it take … [Link]
Mashable » Sleepy baby sea otter takes a nap on its mother's belly
A cute baby sea otter at the Monterey Bay Aquarium seriously needed a nap, so it decided that its mom's fluffy belly would make the perfect bed. Although the baby sea otter was born in the aquarium's Great Tide Pool, a protected basin that wild animals in the bay can access, its mother is wild was using the pool for … [Link]
Mashable » Bernie Sanders has an 11-point lead over Hillary Clinton among millennial voters
Millennial votes like Bernie Sanders more than Hillary Clinton, according to a new poll. A USA Today / Rock the Vote survey found that Sanders has an 11-point lead over Sanders with 18- to 35-year-olds, a big gap that's helping to keep him in the race overall. Support for the Vermont senator's presidential campaign is particularly strong among millennial women: Men … [Link]
Geek Culture » Heroes, an accoustic version
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Popular Science » Physicist Tweets Rumor That Gravitational Waves May Have Finally Been Detected
R. Hurt – Caltech/JPL Binary stars may generate gravitational waves In September, the Caltech theoretical physicist Lawrence Krauss tweeted: The folks on the LIGO experiment neither confirmed nor denied the rumor, and in Krauss's rumor-mongering raised hackles in the astrophysics community. But now he's back at it again: There's plenty of reason to remain skeptical–we won't know for sure whether … [Link]
Popular Science » NASA Considers Titan And Enceladus For Next New Frontiers Mission
NASA/JPL/Space Science Institute Geysers Water geysers erupting from south polar region of Saturn’s moon Enceladus. NASA will accept proposals for missions to Enceladus and Titan for its fourth New Frontiers mission. NASA's New Frontiers program is a series of medium-sized missions with a maximum budget of $1 billion. (By comparison, the Curiosity rover cost about $2.5 billion.) But scientists can … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Ferrofluid + Glow Sticks = WOW! [Science Video]
Ferrofluid is a liquid that displays unusual properties in the presence of a magnetic field. Watch what happens when we mix ferrofluid with the liquid from a glow stick! [Physics Girl] The post Ferrofluid + Glow Sticks = WOW! [Science Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Popular Science » David Bowie, Music-Sharing Pioneer
Mick Rock/DavidBowie.com David Bowie 1972 Posing for Mick Rock, 1972. Just two days after celebrating his 69th birthday and the release of his most recent album, Blackstar, David Bowie succumbed to the cancer for which he had been treated the past 18 months. Since today, as well as the week that follow, will be filled with memorializations and remembrances of … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: SemaMediaData, Kloudless, StarCraft2, Enchant, FeedSyndicate, Todoist, Ring Central
Every day, the ProgrammableWeb team is busy, updating its three primary directories for APIs, clients (language-specific libraries or SDKs for consuming or providing APIs), and source code samples.
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Mashable » 'Tharsis' asks you to gamble your way to Mars, one die roll at a time
You’re going to die, unless a lucky roll of the dice saves you. In Tharsis, the fate of your Mars-bound astronauts is often left in the hands of Lady Luck. You roll some dice and if the numbers turn against you, someone dies. Or multiple someones. See also: NASA's next astronaut class could be the first to go to Mars It's not … [Link]
Mashable » Mothers Against Drunk Driving wants Affluenza teen moved to adult court
Ethan Couch remains held in a Mexican jail, awaiting return to the U.S. where he faces charges of violating his parole. But that hasn't stopped the group Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) in its quest for justice. The anti-drunk driving nonprofit has launched a petition asking that Couch's case be moved to adult court ahead of his scheduled January 19th hearing. … [Link]
Mashable » Man orders Kindle, gets tumor sample instead
Ever had a package of yours get lost or stolen? Well, at least you didn't wind up getting a tumor sample instead. That's exactly what happened to James Potten, of Bristol, England. Last Saturday, Potten opened his FedEx package expecting a shiny, waterproof Kindle from Waterfi, but instead found an unknown patient's tumor sample. And because it's 2016, Potten went on … [Link]
Slashdot » Nanotech Could Make Incandescent Light Bulbs As Efficient As LEDs
sciencehabit writes: Thomas Edison would be pleased. Researchers have come up with a way to dramatically improve the efficiency of his signature invention, the incandescent light bulb. The approach uses nanoengineered mirrors to recycle much of the heat produced by the filament and convert it into additional visible light. The new-age incandescents are still far from a commercial product, but … [Link]
Mashable » American prisoner in North Korea did a bizarre interview with CNN
The notoriously secretive North Korea has allowed a CNN reporter to meet with a man who is being held prisoner by the North Korean government. The man claims to be a naturalized U.S. citizen. See also: 4 key questions about North Korea's bomb that still need answers CNN's Will Ripley shared details of his meeting in Pyongyang with Kim Dong Chul, … [Link]
Mashable » Everyone is sharing a ridiculously cool 1970s mugshot of David Bowie
In the aftermath of David Bowie's death on Sunday, people have found a variety of ways to pay tribute to the music icon. See also: David Bowie sent a sweet and cheeky response to an American fan letter in 1967 Celebrities have taken to social media to post their memories of him, a gif that showcases his impressive range of styles … [Link]
Mashable » Netflix has tons of hidden categories — here's how to see them
The vast amount of content on Netflix can get pretty unwieldy. Luckily, there's a secret, better way to browse the swaths of mediocre titles on the service to get to what you're really looking for. Netflix has a master list of categories that go far beyond the usual Action, Drama, Sci-Fi and the like. First discovered by the blog What's On Netflix, … [Link]
Mashable » Crocs screws up David Bowie tribute in a big way
Heartfelt tributes poured out from across the web on Monday after news broke that rock icon David Bowie had died of cancer at the age of 69. But one of the less welcome sources of mourning was the Twitter accounts of major brands, some of whom paid their respect to the late rock star in the same rote way they tend … [Link]
Mashable » This adorable rescue dog is loving life even though he can't see
Although this adorable old pup can't watch TV or see out the window, he is clearly enjoying all that life has to offer. Redditor redhotsedative posted photos of his blind senior rescue dog after a double enucleation, which is a surgery when both eyes are removed. The photos reveal a dog on a happy track to a healthy existence. See also: … [Link]
Popular Science » iPhone Update Will Tint Screens At Night, For Your Health
Apple iOS 9.3 Night Mode iPhones and iPads will soon go easier on your eyes at night. Here's what to expect. Apple isn't shy about including features that originally appear on the jailbreak scene and adding them into the standard iPhone experience. New additions like quick reply to messages in iOS 8 or notification banners in iOS 5 were previously … [Link]
Mashable » Panasonic's transparent TV disappears with a wave of your hand
You know we're getting a little spoiled when the reaction to things like real hoverboards and self-parking cars are "yeah, we saw that coming." So it's really no surprise that a nearly transparent, gesture-powered TV from Japan's Panasonic demonstrated last week flew under the radar of so many. The widescreen television was housed in a bookcase and allowed you to … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Chewbacca Gets in Shape and More Funny Vine Videos by Chewbacca John
Chewbacca John is one funny guy! Don’t forget to un-mute each video before watching it, and then mute it back before you watch the next one. I hate how vine video embeds do not allow much customizations! [Chewbacca John] The post Chewbacca Gets in Shape and More Funny Vine Videos by Chewbacca John appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology … [Link]
Mashable » McDonald's newest experiments include salad bar, quinoa and waiters
McDonald’s path of self-loathing — er, self-improvement — continues with more experiments around healthy food with a new experimental salad bar that includes quinoa, the grain that signals loudly, "healthy food here." Enter the Hong Kong-based McDonald's Next, a kind of laboratory for the future of the mega fast food brand. The branch, which boasts gourmet coffee, WiFi and self-ordering kiosks … [Link]
Slashdot » Intel Skylake Bug Causes PCs To Freeze During Complex Workloads
chalsall writes: Intel has confirmed an in-the-wild bug that can freeze its Skylake processors. The company is pushing out a BIOS fix. Ars reports: "No reason has been given as to why the bug occurs, but it's confirmed to affect both Linux and Windows-based systems. Prime95, which has historically been used to benchmark and stress-test computers, uses Fast Fourier Transforms … [Link]
Mashable » Playboy Mansion listing includes octogenarian roommate
The 29-bedroom Playboy Mansion is up for sale and with it comes an 89-year-old roommate. Hugh Hefner and Playboy Enterprises have listed the infamous estate — replete with a home theater, swimming grotto and wine cellar — for a reasonable $200 million See also: Daniel Radcliffe on masturbation: 'I started very early' 
Image: Al Powers – CorbisThe catch? The buyer must … [Link]
Mashable » 14 bits of Bowie-inspired memorabilia to honor the late cosmic invader
With the passing of David Bowie, one of the world's favorite invaders and rock 'n rollers has transcended to a new realm. Now it's time to commemorate the boundary-breaking performer and actor with your own collection of Bowie-centric finds. Remember the Thin White Duke's legacy with trinkets that were just as unique as he was — from a simple pin brandished … [Link]
Mashable » David Bowie had some seriously famous friends and fans
David Bowie may have a song called "Looking for a Friend," but the late musician was certainly not short on pals. From joking around with Paul McCartney at award shows to performing with Mick Jagger on stage to marrying supermodel Iman, Bowie surrounded himself with people to know. Read more… More about Celebrities, Watercooler, Pics, David Bowie, and Photo Stories [Link]
Mashable » ISIS claims responsibility for attack on Baghdad mall that killed at least 18
The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the Baghdad mall attack that killed 18 people on Monday. Gunmen stormed into the Jawhara Mall after setting off a car bomb and launching a suicide attack at its entrance. Iraqi officials say the attack which lasted over an hour, killed at least 18 people and wounded 50 in the city's mainly Shiite east. … [Link]
Mashable » Meet 'Big Mac,' the 23-pound chicken about to gobble up a world record
Big Mac the 23-pound chicken is just .72 pounds shy of breaking the world record. He is two times the size of an average male broiler chicken. Read more…More about World Record, Animals, Weight, Chicken, and Watercooler [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Concord Releases API 2.0 for Its E-Signature Platform
Concord, the free and unlimited contract lifecycle management and e-signature platform, just released the second version of its API to extend its contract management features to other software programs. Concord’s API 2.0 closes the loop on all business transactions by allowing contracts to be automatically included into current processes.
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Mashable » How Sean Penn's 'El Chapo' interview helped police track down the drug kingpin
After nearly six months on the run, notorious druglord Joaquín Guzmán Loera, better known by his nickname 'El Chapo', is back behind bars. As surprised as the world was at seeing the wanted leader of the Sinaloa cartel returned to police custody after his second prison break, people were arguably as shocked by the fact that prior to his arrest he … [Link]
Mashable » Romantic dog is not-so-secretly in love with its neighbor
As humans, we've learned how to hide our crushes. We respond late to text messages, play aloof and project total indifference when we want to hide how we feel. Dogs aren't so crafty This dog just can't seem to hide his enthusiasm when his neighbor appears at the window. For a second, he tries to stay cool, but his emotions soon … [Link]
Mashable » Baby orangutans fall in love at first sight
Meeting someone for the first time can be an awkward/infinitely painful experience. But baby orangutans don't have the same hang-ups humans have. When they meet someone, they just summon their inner ape, and go for it. In this video, Gito and Asoka, both baby orangutans at a West Borneo International Animal Rescue facility, meet for the first time. At first, … [Link]
Mashable » Cincinnati Zoo named its newest baby penguin Bowie
The Cincinatti Zoo welcomed its first baby animal of 2016 on Friday, a birth which became more significant with the news of the death of beloved musician David Bowie. Friday happened to be both Elvis Presley's and David Bowie's birthday, so when the zoo welcomed its new blue penguin, both names were considered. The zoo already has a king penguin named … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump is finally sad about a retiring elephant — and it’s not a Republican
Donald Trump isn't happy about elephants leaving the circus. No, that's not an allusion to the GOP primary. .@RinglingBros is retiring their elephants— the circus will never be the same. — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 11, 2016 Ringling Brosannounced on Monday that it will retire all its circus elephants in May, two years ahead of schedule, after public pressure from … [Link]
Slashdot » North Korea Expands Retaliatory Loudspeaker Propaganda
jones_supa writes: North Korea has expanded its own loudspeaker broadcasts along the inter-Korean border as a counteraction to South Korea's retaliatory broadcasts critical of the communist nation, sources said Monday. In retaliation for North's nuclear test last Wednesday, South resumed its anti-Pyongyang broadcast campaign two days later, a form of psychological warfare detested by the communist country, where outside information … [Link]
Popular Science » iPhone 7 May Kill The Headphone Jack
Flickr Creative Commons iPhone 7 Headphone Jack Rumors The next iPhone may put an end to the headphone jack on smartphones Apple knows a device can only be as thin as its smallest port. The iPhone's 3.5 millimeter headphone jack remains the largest opening on the unit’s body — but a necessary one. Apple brought the analog audio port over … [Link]
Mashable » Amy Poehler's Smart Girls #AskedHerMore at the Golden Globes: The best responses
Amy Poehler's Smart Girls has been working for years to improve Hollywood's conversations with women while inspiring young girls to aspire to intelligence and greatness. The Smart Girls team continued their crusade at the Golden Globes, asking winners insightful questions that went beyond the usual red carpet "who are you wearing" banter. Here are some of the most excellent responses they … [Link]
Mashable » Hundreds pay tribute to David Bowie in his Brixton hometown at impromptu street party
He’ll always be a Brixton boy David Bowie, who died Sunday at age 69, is being remembered by fans in Brixton, the London neighborhood where he was bornMashable's Tim Chester is on the site, live tweeting as hundreds gather to pay tribute to the rock legend Bowie was born in Brixton on Jan. 8, 1947. His family lived in Brixton until … [Link]
Mashable » Men can rock glittery clothes, declares Burberry
The TD;DR fashion review: Classic tailoring with unexpected sequin twists make this collection fresh and new, yet familiar. LONDON — At Burberry's fall 2016 show Monday, the theme was "Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue." Let's start with the something new: The brand redefined its man, modernizing a few looks with bright, sparkling sequins. These came in red track … [Link]
Mashable » Listen to David Bowie's incredible isolated vocal tracks to his iconic songs
Following the death of cultural icon David Bowie on Monday, isolated tracks of some of the rock singer's most well-known songs have been making rounds on the Internet The tracks, unsurprisingly, demonstrate the musician's vocal prowess which defined his career. See also: David Bowie's oddly beautiful life in rare photos Released in 1972, "Starman" — from his album The Rise and … [Link]
Mashable » 'Genius, alien, innovative': Why London loved David Bowie
LONDON — Hundreds of fans gathered in Brixton, south London, on Monday after news of David Bowie's death emerged, leaving fans across the world devastated. Fans gathered at an impromptu memorial spot in his birthplace to say goodbye to the music maker. See also: David Bowie's oddly beautiful life in rare photos As they approached the mural one by one to … [Link]
Mashable » If Nas ruled the world, he'd probably make you buy this beard trimmer
Nas is taking a break from his philanthropic work — the legendary rapper regularly tops lists of most charitable hip hop artists — to make sure your beard game is on point. The rapper and father of two is putting his image (and his money; he's also an investor) behind the new Bevel beard trimmer — but it isn't just any … [Link]
Mashable » The actress who helped interview El Chapo played a drug lord on TV
Mexican actress Kate del Castillo is now internationally famous for brokering an October Rolling Stone interview between actor Sean Penn and the drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman Loera, which was published on Jan. 9 — the day after El Chapo was captured for a third time. But del Castillo was born into the kind of circumstances that seem to prime … [Link]
Slashdot » New Jersey Rejects Request For Dolphin Necropsy Results, Cites "Medical Privacy"
v3rgEz writes: When a dolphin died in New Jersey's South River last year, Carly Sitrin wanted to know what killed it. So she filed a public record request to the NJ Department of Agriculture in order to get the necropsy results. The DOA finally responded last week with the weird decision to deny the release of the record on grounds … [Link]
Popular Science » Migraine-Preventing Drugs Might Be On The Horizon
Sasha Wolff via Wikimedia Commons Migraine Migraines are not fun. For the 36 million Americans who suffer from migraines every year, there aren't many drugs to help them prevent the crippling headaches. Sufferers can avoid known triggers, but once a migraine starts, their only medicinal options are over-the-counter pain relievers or migraine-specific prescription ones called triptans. But soon there might … [Link]
Mashable » Apple iOS 9.3 will be all about education
iOS 9.3 may be Apple's most targeted release yet. While there are sure to be bug fixes, performance enhancements and other random feature updates, it appears the biggest changes will be all geared toward education. See also: iOS 9 review: A need for speed, and Maps that actually work Apple offered a sneak peek at the upcoming version of iOS in … [Link]
Popular Science » 100 Dancing Drones Set Guinness World Record
Screenshot by author, from YouTube A Field Of Drones Last week, at CES in Las Vegas, venerable microchip maker Intel showed a film of a swarm of 100 drones performing a spectacular light show. Guinness World Records recorded it as “Most Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) airborne simultaneously” and that’s quite possibly true, if we understand “airborne simultaneously” to mean “under … [Link]
Mashable » Behind David Bowie’s most mesmerizing feature: His eyes
“At the centre of it all, your eyes, your eyes …” Many aspects of the life and incredible achievements of David Bowie will be considered in the weeks and months ahead following the news of his death. Yet the cryptic lyric above from the lead single on David Bowie’s new album is a reminder that the unusual appearance of his eyes … [Link]
Mashable » Amazon Studios exec calls 'Mozart in the Jungle' Golden Globes wins 'gratifying and exciting'
PASADENA, CALIF. — Hours after celebrating two big Golden Globe wins, Amazon Studios kicked off its Television Critics Association presentation by highlighting growing momentum and viewership stats for its original shows in 2015. "It's gratifying and exciting to get this recognition," Amazon Studios Head Roy Price told reporters at TCA after joking about the studio's "awesome" post-awards timeslot Still, weariness from … [Link]
Mashable » Watch the first minute of 'The X-Files' miniseries now
Fox Mulder and Dana Scully's return is imminent — but if waiting for the return of our favorite FBI duo is too torturous, Fox has a treat for us all: the first minute of footage from the first new episode of The X-Files in 13 years. The best 60 seconds of your day is available for viewing over at www.doyoustillbelieve.com. (Sorry, … [Link]
Mashable » Man steals python, gives new meaning to the phrase 'trouser snake'
A man in Portland, Oregon just gave literal meaning to the phrase "trouser snake." This reptile enthusiast was caught on a pet store's surveillance cameras as he casually looked at a $200 black pastel ball python like any other snake lover. The difference here is that, unlike most customers, this one decided to get to know the python better by stuffing … [Link]
Mashable » Learn about the risks and rewards of raising capital in our next #BizChats
Whether you are a hustling and bustling entrepreneur or a precocious business person, there is a general consensus that the financial industry is not a joke. The battle to stay on top while simultaneously keeping financial competitors at bay is a thrill ride that only few get to experience Think about it: powerful people in powerful positions making hundreds of important … [Link]
Mashable » 50 songs to take you through David Bowie's iconic career
David Bowie might be gone, but his music will live forever The iconic rock and roll star died on Jan. 10 at age 69. Over the years, he released 25 studio albums — including this year's Blackstar, which just hit shelves on Jan. 8. From the early days of Space Oddity to his experimental "Berlin Trilogy," here are 50 songs for … [Link]
Mashable » Little girl eating sour candy for the first time is the perfect metaphor for growing up
Clara was given a Warhead for the first time and her reaction aptly explains not only how the candy tastes, but how it feels to enter early adulthood. Remain a child forever, Clara. Never grow up. Have something to add to this story? Share it in the comments. Octopus sticks to snorkeler’s arm, decides it’s not leaving 'The Revenant' is … [Link]
Slashdot » Hackers and Heroes: A Tale of Tech Communities In Two Countries
szczys writes: Hackers" — people who non-maliciously test the limits of technology — have a very different societal standing depending on the country they live in. To illustrate the concept, consider the history of hackers in the United States versus those in Germany. Both communities have their genesis with the telecom systems of the 1980's, when hackers were called Phone … [Link]
Mashable » Octopus sticks to snorkeler’s arm, decides it’s not leaving
A small octopus has taken a page from The Little Mermaid and decided it wants to be part of our world. And it's determined to get there. Found during a snorkeling trip in the waters of Perth, Australia, the diver says he reached his arm into a cave and pulled it out with a new friend attached. The octopus latches … [Link]
Mashable » How this American automaker became a tech powerhouse
Promoted by Ford If you were to walk the floors of CES, who would you see? You'd see the usual characters – like eager, fresh-faced startups looking for a big break, or international tech behemoths on a mission to show off the blockbuster products of tomorrow. But you'd also see an unexpected character: An American institution "changing its stripes," per se, … [Link]
Popular Science » Ehang's Drone Copter Wants To Fly You Around
These days, drones are everywhere you look. But EHang caught everyone's eye with a 'Drone Copter' called the '184,' that was teased on the CES 2016 showroom floor. Currently the company has a working prototype and it is working on working with various governments to eventually get the 184 in the skies near you. You can subscribe to Katie's tech … [Link]
Mashable » 11 Ringling circus elephants will take a final bow much earlier than expected
The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will be retiring their 11 remaining elephants in May, a year and a half earlier than anticipated. Read more here: http://on.mash.to/1ndzeUS Read more…More about Peta, Us World, Us, Circus, and Elephants [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Chewie & Kylo Ren (Spoiler Alert!) [Comic]
A fantastic comic by Blizzard Entertainment artist Tyson Murphy illustrating Ben Solo and Chewy’s rather complicated friendship. [Source: Tyson Murphy on Tumblr | Art Prints by Tyson Murphy] The post Chewie & Kylo Ren (Spoiler Alert!) [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » This Irish pub's genius glass will make you proud to drink a half pint
British people take their pint-drinking very, very seriously. See also: This is what the inside of a British cat pub looks like There are a whole host of interesting glasses that you can drink a pint from — pretty much ones of every shape and size depending on what you're drinking, and that's before you even get started on the more … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Ylvis Fights Bullying with A Capella and… Boodelooap? [Video]
A new song by Norwegian comedy duo Ylvis (of “What did The Fox Say” Fame) that pokes fun at a Capella groups such as Pentatonix. Boodelooap. [TVNorge] The post Ylvis Fights Bullying with A Capella and… Boodelooap? [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » RIP David Bowie: Internet Pioneer
While millions around the world are quite rightly celebrating the musical career of the late David Bowie, the tech community is remembering some of his pioneering work with the Internet. Bowie of course had numerous connections to technology and science fiction, including starring as an extraterrestrial in The Man Who Fell To Earth, portraying Nikolas Tesla in The Prestige, and … [Link]
Mashable » Smaller and cheaper Amazon Echo is reportedly coming soon
Amazon’s planning to release a new portable version of its Internet-connected, voice-controlled Echo Bluetooth speaker, according to The Wall Street Journal. The smaller and cheaper version of the Echo (codenamed "Fox") will "fit comfortably in the palm of a user’s hand, like a beer can" and sell for less than the normal-sized Echo's $180 price tag. See also: Amazon Echo: This … [Link]
Slashdot » Gardasil Cleared of Anti-Vax Nonsense
New submitter Zane C. writes: A new study once again shows vaccines have no link with yet another batch of medical disorders. The vaccine in question is a relatively new HPV vaccine called Gardasil, mainly targeting preteens to reduce infection. Phil Plait has more on this, debunking anti-vax claims and explaining why you should receive the vaccine: "It’s another typical … [Link]
Mashable » Hotels' 'deceptive' resort fees are getting more attention from the government
Mandatory hotel fees — for amenities like the use of a hotel pool, breakfast, towel services, Wi-Fi, newspapers or housekeeping — are getting more attention from the U.S. government. Federal Trade Commission Chairwoman Edith Ramirez wrote to 10 U.S. Representatives last week, calling on them to draft legislation to address the "deceptive and unfair trade practice." See also: 12 strange but … [Link]
Popular Science » You Can Preorder The HTC Vive Pre Virtual Reality Headset On Feb. 29
Video of HTC Vive Pre Virtual Reality Headset at CES 2016 The HTC Vive is one of the most advanced virtual reality headsets in the world. It’s so groundbreaking, we gave it the Grand Award in our 2015 Best of What’s New issue, meaning that it was identified a technological breakthrough that will have an impact on our world for … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 7 Games Xbox One Finally Gets in 2016
Chant it with me folks: Rocket League. Rocket League. Rocket League…… (outsideXbox) The post 7 Games Xbox One Finally Gets in 2016 appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Mashable » 6 tech innovations that make everyday life faster and easier
We live in a time of unparalleled busyness — and every minute of the day is important to us. The good news is, technology is keeping pace with that trend, and it’s empowering us to make the most of the ways in which we work and play Read on for our roundup of some the best technology ideas we’ve seen in … [Link]
Mashable » The many faces of David Bowie, from Ziggy Stardust to the Thin White Duke
The man born David Jones was known by many names Rock star David Bowie, as he later christened himself, died Sunday at age 69, but has left behind a rich treasure trove of musical alter egos and personas. From Ziggy Stardust to the spacey Major Tom, here's the story behind Bowie's most famous characters See also: David Bowie's endlessly surprising career … [Link]
Mashable » David Bowie's oddly beautiful life in rare photos
David Bowie was one of those very few, rare humans who truly deserve epithets like "unique," "iconic" and "one of a kind."During his 69 years on the planet, whether he was exploring rock, pop, soul or any number of genres down to jungle or ambient, Bowie plotted a different and usually zigzagging furrow.Whether as Ziggy Stardust, the Thin White Duke, Jareth … [Link]
Mashable » David Bowie's list of 100 favorite books reveal his true inner nerd
We all know David Bowie as a music and pop culture icon. But if you are hoping looking for a crash course in must-read literature, look no further than Bowie's 100 favorite books. Bowie's list is as dynamic and diverse as the Space Oddity star himself. His favorites range from classic literature like The Iliad by Homer to poetry like The … [Link]
Mashable » Fans 'gutted beyond words' pay tribute to David Bowie
LONDON — Fans worldwide have responded with dismay to the news that David Bowie has passed away aged 69. In London, tributes were laid at his childhood home of Brixton while fellow musicians and artists have shared their respects online. See also: Londoners leave touching tributes to Brixton boy David Bowie Among music fans, one GIF in particular struck a chord, … [Link]
Mashable » Stand-up sound: This vertical record player is changing the game
Promoted by Visa After the success of their Bluetooth-enabled gramophone speaker, CEO and founder Pavan Bapu and his team at Gramovox set out to revolutionize another seemingly antiquated musical device – the turntable. Now, with the release of the company’s Floating Record, Gramovox is setting the bar for bringing modern technology to vintage design. Even better, this new vertical turntable is … [Link]
Slashdot » 'Get Windows 10' Turns Itself On and Nags Win 7 and 8.1 Users Twice a Day
LichtSpektren writes: As you may recall, Microsoft has delivered KB3035583 as a 'recommended update' to users of Windows 7 and 8.1. What this update does is install GWX ("Get Windows 10"), a program which diagnoses the system to see if it is eligible for a free upgrade to Windows 10, and if so, asks the user if they would like … [Link]
Mashable » Apple is reportedly developing a tool to make the switch to Android easier
If you’re an Apple user who's thinking of switching over to team Android, making the change may soon be a lot less complicated than anticipated. Apple has agreed to develop a tool that allows users to easily transfer data like contacts, music and photos from iPhones to Android devices, according to a report from The Telegraph. The plan comes after the … [Link]
Popular Science » Bulb Eats Own Light To Amp Up Efficiency
OGNJEN ILIC New, efficient bulb When it comes to lighting, staying cool is the hot trend. Lights that give off less heat use less energy, and many (like LEDs or fluorescent bulbs) last longer than traditional incandescent bulbs, making them ideal substitutes for our energy-conscious world. The problem is that incandescent bulbs, which have been around since before Edison, give … [Link]
Mashable » People are not happy with how Jennifer Lawrence treated this reporter
Has J-Law finally gone too far? While Jennifer Lawrence is usually known and beloved for her no-bullsh*t approach to media, her behavior towards a foreign press reporter during Sunday's Golden Globes is receiving widespread backlash Variety captured footage of Lawrence snapping at a reporter during a post-awards show junket, telling the man to stop looking at his phone and mocking his … [Link]
New Scientist – News » The firms who will beat Google to get us into self-driving cars
The world's biggest car companies are now taking autonomous cars seriously – and that spells bad news for Google's hopes of leading the way
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Popular Science » Philae Lander, Stranded On Comet, Remains Silent
ESA Artist Illustration Of Philae On Comet 67P Things are really not looking good for the Philae lander. The small spacecraft from the European Space Agency became the first to land softly on a comet back in November 2014, but scientists have hardly heard from it ever since. A few things went wrong during the landing and Philae was unable … [Link]
Popular Science » Why The Future Of Wind Energy Lies Offshore [Video]
Video of Amped – Offshore Wind Power Wind turbines are a great way to produce clean energy, but not everybody wants a giant windmill in the backyard. The obvious solution? Send the turbines out to sea and create offshore wind farms. This plan moves wind farms away from populated areas, and, because wind blows more steadily over the sea, allows … [Link]
Mashable » 15 necessary life lessons that David Bowie taught us in 'Labyrinth'
If you're wondering what perfection looks like, it's David Bowie in Labyrinth. Don't question it. You can't deny the charisma that is Jareth the Goblin King. He was hot, had flawless hairspray game and commanded a kingdom of magical creatures — so, who cares if he was actually pretty evil, right? See also: Here's what David Bowie was doing at your … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Philae lander fails to respond to last-ditch efforts to wake it
A signal sent to comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko last night received no response, suggesting the famous space lander has reached the end of its life
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Mashable » All of Quentin Tarantino's iconic films, explained in 3 minutes
Quentin Tarantino is one of the most iconic directors in Hollywood today. His characters are rich, his plots are complex and his films are violent Also, all of his movies are about people in suits. See also: Star Wars Episodes I-III, explained in 3 minutes Lining the walls of college dorm rooms across the country and being referenced in casual … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » SUPERMOVIES: All The Superhero Movies Until the End of 2020 [Infographic]
Infographic by the awesome folks over at Comics Alliance. Please note that all dates and information featured on this infographic are subjected to change and that Sony and Fox have not announced any dates past 2018. 
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Mashable » Most powerful women in tech have been sexually harassed, former Ellen Pao colleague finds
60% of senior women in the tech industry say they've experienced unwanted sexual advances at work, according to a new survey. The survey, which focused on 220 women who held positions of power at a variety of tech companies, includes other revelations that paint a damning portrait of how women are treated in the industry—and the prevalence of sexual harassment in … [Link]
Mashable » Astronaut Tim Peake pays tribute to Starman David Bowie from space
LONDON — British astronaut Tim Peake has paid tribute to musician David Bowie, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 69. See also: 'I'm in heaven': How David Bowie appears to say goodbye with his swansong 'Lazarus' Peake, who is currently on board the International Space Station, shared his thoughts on the musician's passing in a tweet sent out … [Link]
Mashable » You've never seen anything like this new green energy innovation
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word, "windmill"? Do you think of some Hansel and Gretel-type structure on a farm in the Netherlands? Or do you think of a stark-white colossus sitting on the coast of Scotland? Both thoughts are correct — but neither even slightly resembles the next generation of wind-power technology Capture Mobility … [Link]
Slashdot » Marco Rubio: We Need To Add To US Surveillance Programs
Patrick O'Neill writes: The debate over surveillance hit the 2016 race for the White House again on Sunday when Republican presidential candidate Marco Rubio said he wants to add to American surveillance programs, many of which were created after 9/11. He invoked a recent shooting of a Philadelphia police officer by a man who allegedly pledged allegiance to the Islamic … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Revenant' is really just a screen adaptation of The Oregon Trail
We finally got the screen adaptation of everyone's favorite elementary school video game — we just didn't realize it. New York Magazine added 8-bit Oregon Trail elements to Leo DiCaprio's The Revenant, and honestly, the film loses nothing in the process. If anything, adding single pixel bullets and gravestones reading "[Your teacher]'s butt" to the hyper-realistic film might give it … [Link]
Mashable » Customer service best practices: Making social media a two-way conversation
When it comes to your business' customer service strategy, social media can simultaneously be your brand's most valuable ally and its most intimidating nemesis. On one hand, when handled skillfully and tactfully, customer service via social media can produce positive PR and create fervent brand loyalty that's infectious. Having 24/7 access to customers and the ability to instantly communicate with them … [Link]
Mashable » 'Aw, man, the building is on fire': Woman gives hilarious interview on live TV
A fire in an apartment complex in Tulsa, Oklahoma, has left more than 100 people without power or heat. But many are managing to find joy after a woman named Michelle Dobyne gave a hilarious interview with Oklahoma News on 6 "Aw, man, the building is on fire,” Dobyne said on live TV. “I said 'No, what?' I got my … [Link]
Popular Science » Cancer Deaths Hit Lowest Rate In 25 Years
United States Navy via Wikimedia Commons Mammogram More people are getting screened more often for cancers including breast cancer, which has contributed to the drop in death rates. The number of people dying from cancer every year has dropped to its lowest rate since 1991, according to a new study from the American Cancer Society and reported by Stat News. … [Link]
Mashable » London strips down to celebrate 'no trousers day'
LONDON — The temperature might have dropped but it didn't stop Londoners from supporting the seventh annual no pants day — or no trousers day as it's known on this side of the pond. The No Pants Subway Ride began in the U.S. in 2002 started by Improv Everywhere — a group that celebrates silliness in public places. See also: The … [Link]
Mashable » Iconic Ringling Bros. circus elephants will retire to Florida way ahead of schedule
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus announced Monday that its famous and controversial touring elephant show will be coming to an end in May, a year and a half earlier than expected. The remaining elephants in the circus will now enjoy retirement in typical American style at a center in Florida The elephant show has been a popular staple … [Link]
Mashable » 4 inspiring women shaping the future of the STEM workforce
Within the tech world, it's a known fact that women are outrageously underrepresented. Silicon Valley is notoriously full of white men, and even many of the giants of the tech corporate world reveal disappointing numbers regarding diversity in annual reports. In 2013, only 26% of computing professionals were female. But there's a shift occurring. As pushes for increased diversity — and … [Link]
Popular Science » How Will We Eat On Mars?
NASA Food packets on the International Space Station Making a meal for your family or a group of hungry friends can be challenging enough. Now imagine trying to feed three people 250 miles above the Earth, who for months at a time will have no access to grocery stores or drive-thrus. All the menus you create have to be nutritionally … [Link]
Mashable » Meet the three YouTube stars who will interview Obama this week
Three days after he delivers his final State of the Union address, President Obama will sit down for an interview with a trio of popular YouTubers. Destin Sandlin, an engineer who makes a series of educational videos called "Smarter Everyday," Ingrid Nilsen, a beauty vlogger known as missglamorazzi who came out on her channel in June, and popular vlogger sWooZie (Florida … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook Messenger could come to the Mac as its own app
Chatting on Facebook Messenger could soon become a lot easier for Mac users. Facebook has reportedly built a dedicated Mac client for Messenger, according to TechCrunch See also: 10 hidden tricks to get the most out of Facebook Messenger The tech publication shared a photo of what it claims is a spy shot of a Facebook employee using the Messenger Mac … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » When You Play Too Many Video Games [Comic]
Yep, that about sums it up! [Source: Adam Ellis Comics on Tumblr | Follow Adam Ellis on Twitter | Adam Ellis (Official)] The post When You Play Too Many Video Games [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » AT&T Brings Back Unlimited Mobile Data To Lure TV Subscribers
An anonymous reader writes: Five years after AT&T discontinued its unlimited mobile data plan, the company is bringing it back with a catch: users must be subscribed to DirecTV or U-verse TV as well. The service will start at $100/month for a single subscriber. Two additional users can be added for $40/month each, and the fourth is free. There's also … [Link]
Mashable » HTC Vive pre-orders open Feb. 29; VR headset ships in April
Oculus fired 2016's first shot for virtual reality. Now it's HTC's turn. Pre-orders for the HTC Vive will open on Feb. 29, with orders shipping sometime in April. There's no pricing yet, but HTC confirms that additional details — including price, release date and the final look of the consumer kit — will be shared closer to the pre-order date. See also: … [Link]
Mashable » The White House joins Snapchat and its snaps better be good, because they will be permanent
Savvy political strategy or the government's version of a midlife crisis? You decide The White House is getting down with the kids, announcing Monday that it finally joined Snapchat and by extension, competing with the growing roster of celebrities, politicians and media publications vying for the attention of millennials The move comes just one day before President Obama is scheduled to … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook cofounder to sell the New Republic just a year after gutting it
When Chris Hughes bought majority ownership of the New Republic in 2012, there was some hope that the Facebook cofounder would be the kind of benefactor who would bring the magazine into the 21st century while retaining its place as a leading liberal voice Less than four years later, the magazine is a shadow of its former self — and Hughes … [Link]
Mashable » Your driver's license will work at airport security until at least 2018
The Department of Homeland Security has extended the deadline for state driver licenses to meet REAL ID standards until Jan. 22, 2018 That's good — though not entirely surprising — for people in Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, Washington and American Samoa, who will still be able to use their drivers' licenses at airport security checkpoints until then. See also: The … [Link]
Mashable » It was love at first sight for David Bowie and Iman
David Bowie and Iman had a storybook romance. The rocker, who died Sunday at age 69, met the towering supermodel at a party in Los Angeles in 1990 and was immediately interested "I was naming children the night we met," he said, according to the 2014 biography Bowie See also: David Bowie, cosmic rock icon, multimedia superstar, dead at 69 However, … [Link]
Mashable » Watch 100 drones create a spectacular light show to Beethoven's Ninth
One hundred drones performing an amazing light show above an orchestra playing Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 just broke a Guinness World Record for Most Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) airborne simultaneously. Though the exhibition took place in November 2015 at Flugplatz Ahrenlohe in Tornesch, Germany — with the drones controlled by a ground crew using PCs with Intel software — the … [Link]
Mashable » The big chill: Periscope is changing how people meditate
Give virtual peace a chance. You might like it. Livestreaming apps like Periscope have spawned a vast and influential meditation community, with thousands of people logging on to bliss out, sometimes for hours at a time. For those of you seeking a tribe that's more your vibe in 2016, Periscope's livestreaming meditation community might provide the people and peace that you … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Oil price plunge will be bad news for climate efforts
Cheaper fossil fuels encourage us to use more of them – higher emissions and lower investment in renewable energy could be the result
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Mashable » Kendrick Lamar and the Johnson kids go viral in new 'Black-ish' promo
If you watch Black-ish, you know that the kids are the show's real stars. In a new promo, Zoey (Yara Shahidi) tells her younger siblings that they should make a viral video — one that happens to casually feature Kendrick Lamar. See also: New 'House of Cards' trailer premieres during Golden Globes Lamar raps out "Alright" with his signature speed … [Link]
Popular Science » How Airbags Work, And How They Can Fail
Mic/Flickr Airbags get put to the test Frontal crash-test on BMW 3 series E90. The new year was barely 72 hours old when Honda announced that yet another person had been killed by a defective airbag, bringing the grim U.S. total to nine. The tally for those seriously injured stands at more than 100. It's been a brutal year for … [Link]
Mashable » Watch that age-old tradition of New Yorkers stripped down to their underwear on the subway
New Yorkers stripped down to their underwear on Sunday — along with about 60 other countries — for the annual No Pants Subway Ride, coordinated by Improv Everywhere. Read more…More about New York, No Pants Subway Ride, Us World, Us, and Work Play [Link]
Mashable » Putin says he didn't mean to scare Merkel by bringing his dog to meeting
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he didn't mean to scare German Chancellor Angela Merkel by bringing his dog Konni to a meeting between the two leaders in Sochi in 2007. Merkel, whose aversion to dogs has been widely documented — she was bitten by one when she was young — was said to show "apparent discomfort" when the black labrador was … [Link]
Mashable » David Bowie: His thrilling career connected my generations
Before Madonna shed personas like so many pairs of Prada shoes and Lady Gaga transformed from art pop to glam, David Bowie was the original music chameleon. His death on Monday — of cancer at the age of 69 — robs the universe of one of its most eclectic and unpredictable voices. He was also a touchstone for both me and, … [Link]
Mashable » Volkswagen launches second diesel 'Goodwill' program, apologizes again
DETROIT — Just ahead of the debut of the Tiguan Active GTE concept, Volkswagen of America CEO Michael Horn announced the company had officially launched a Goodwill program for its 3.0-liter TDI diesel engines, which were implicated in the dieselgate emissions scandal last fall. See also: VW diesel owners: We love our fun cars, but fear repairs will ruin them Just … [Link]
Slashdot » Ukraine Power Station Outage — Enabled By Malware, But Not Caused By Malware
itwbennett writes: A new study of a recent cyberattack against Ukrainian power companies suggests malware didn't directly cause the outages that affected at least 80,000 customers. While malware was used to gain access to networks, the attackers then opened circuit breakers that cut power, according to information published Saturday by the SANS Industrial Control Systems (ICS) team. The attackers used … [Link]
Mashable » David Bowie predicted Spotify and Tidal before other musicians knew where the business was headed
“Music itself is going to become like running water or electricity." David Bowie made that profound prediction all the way back in 2002, seemingly predicting streaming music services, in an interview with the New York Times The legendary musician and artist passed away on Sunday night, just days after turning 69 and releasing his now-final album, Blackstar, with the devastating and … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazon Deal of the Day: Over 350 Blu-ray Movies Under $10 and 150 DVDs Under $5
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, Amazon has over 350 blu-ray movies for under $10 each and over 150 DVDs for under $5! If you’re looking to complete your movie collection with a few extra titles, be sure to check out these awesome deals! [Blu-ray Movies Under $10 | DVDs Under $5] The post Amazon Deal of the … [Link]
Popular Science » David Bowie Remembered By Fellow Spacemen And More
ASSOCIATED PRESS David Bowie in a 1973 photo Posing beside a Rolls Royce (natch). David Bowie, the pioneering English musician who transcended genres with hits ranging from "Space Oddity" to "Changes," "Heroes," and many, many, more, died yesterday at age 69 after fighting cancer for 18 months, according to a statement on his official Facebook page. Bowie's musical persona can … [Link]
Mashable » Iman shared messages of grief days before husband David Bowie's death
Supermodel Iman Abdulmajid, who was married to David Bowie for more than 23 years, shared several grief-stricken messages on social media just days before her husband's death. Early on Monday, representatives for the legendary singer announced his death at age 69. Bowie had been battling cancer for a year and a half, according to his representatives, and while his death came … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Stephen Fry’s Short Guide to British Etiquette [Video]
To showcase the unique, eclectic culture of modern Britain, the folks from the Heathrow Airport teamed up with British Icon, Stephen Fry, to teach proper British etiquette to tourists. I love the UK, and especially its many and varied accents! Can’t wait to visit someday and maybe take a stroll around Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyr~ [Heathrow Airport] The post Stephen Fry’s Short Guide … [Link]
Mashable » 'Dumb and Dumber' … recut as an Oscar-worthy drama
The only dramatic thing about classic comedy Dumb and Dumber is Jim Carrey’s haircut. Now that’s commitment to the arts Watch the 1994 film’s trailer with a full-blown genre makeover — from comedy to melodrama — above Subscribe to Mashable Watercooler for new episodes of "Trailer Mix" every Monday. This stunning visualization shows major earthquakes globally from the last 15 years … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Getting Started with Fastlane for iOS
Fastlane is a powerful suite of tools that helps unify the iOS developer’s build and deployment processes, affording greater automation through sophisticated integrations with various third-party tools. Powered by Spaceship, Fastlane consists of utility apps that make building and distributing iOS apps–internally or to the App Store–easier, in the continuous deployment (CD) model.
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Mashable » Apple Music now reportedly has 10 million subscribers
Apple Music is here to stay According to a new report from the Financial Times, Apple's music streaming service currently has more than 10 million paying subscribers See also: Apple Music review: Loud, fast and out of control The report does not include any new details in addition to the 10 million number, and — as usual — Apple declined to … [Link]
Popular Science » Astronaut Chris Hadfield Sings David Bowie's "Space Oddity" In Space
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Mashable » 'Bachelor' Ben Higgins reveals why he will 'freak out' in Monday's episode
PASADINA, Calif. — "Are you engaged?" That's the question Bachelor Ben Higgins was asked multiple times at ABC's Television Critics Association event Saturday. But Higgins obviously wasn't going to reveal the show's biggest secret — after all, the show's new season is just one week old. Instead, Higgins did what Bachelor contestants do best: He turned on his charm. At one … [Link]
Mashable » This emotional support turkey on a plane is the king of the skies
Nothing says emotional comfort quite like a live turkey. At least, that's what one anxious airline passenger thought when taking a gobbler along on a flight as a therapy pet. View post on imgur.com See also: Little girl adopts turkey to save it from becoming Christmas dinner Reddit user biggestlittlepickle posted the picture on Sunday, writing that a neighbor, who is … [Link]
Mashable » David Bowie's only video game is as perfectly weird as he was
"I saw in Omikron a place I could understand, come to terms with…a whole civilization's worth of music to evolve." David Bowie dipped into video game development exactly one time, for Quantic Dream's Omikron: The Nomad Soul. It's a bizarre, multi-dimensional space adventure that casts Bowie as both a techno-spiritual revolutionary leader and a space-age rock star. See also: David Bowie, … [Link]
Slashdot » Nvidia GPUs Can Leak Data From Google Chrome's Incognito Mode
An anonymous reader writes: Nvidia GPUs don't clear out memory that was previously allocated, and neither does Chrome before releasing memory back to the shared memory pool. When a user recently fired up Diablo 3 several hours after closing an Incognito Mode window that contained pornography, the game launched with snapshots of the last "private" browsing session appearing on the … [Link]
Mashable » The No Pants Subway Ride was one of the most unifying New York moments ever
Editor’s note: The post below contains partial nudity. Obviously. The daily goal for most human adults is to get home from work and immediately break free from the fabric that imprisons our thighs. The goal for Improv Everywhere’s No Pants Subway Ride in New York City is a more public version of that daily goal — while riding the rails of … [Link]
Mashable » David Bowie sent a sweet and cheeky response to an American fan letter in 1967
No matter what, David Bowie was always a class act. In 1967, Bowie received a letter from his first American fan. According to The Daily Mail, the letter came from 14-year-old Sandra Dodd from New Mexico, who had gotten a copy of his self-titled studio album as a gift. See also: 1966: When they just didn't get David Bowie Lovely David … [Link]
Mashable » AT&T tries to bring sexy unlimited data plans back after 5-year hiatus
AT&T is once again experimenting with offering unlimited data plans to smartphone customers while promoting its DirecTV service, signaling a potential reversal of industry trends toward data caps and charges for big video watchers. AT&T is trying to capitalize on its $48.5 billion purchase of DirecTV last year On Monday, AT&T announcing an unlimited data plan for cellphones — if you … [Link]
Mashable » Bangkok airport apologizes for 'small baby snake' in arrivals
Bangkok’s main international airport has issued an apology after a snake was found on a luggage cart in the arrival hall and startled passengers. Suvarnabhumi International Airport, built on land previously known as "Cobra Swamp," said it would like to "apologize for the incident that frightened passengers" on Sunday. Passengers spotted the snake coiled around the base of the trolley after … [Link]
Mashable » Aid finally arrives in starving Syrian town, but it may be too late
Humanitarian aid has finally arrived in the beseiged Syrian town of Madaya, just 30 miles north of Damascus, after images of civilians starving horrified the world UNICEF, the International Red Cross and Syrian Red Crescent posted images of truckloads of supplies arriving in the town on Monday. Madaya has been under siege by Syrian government forces for months, but the regime … [Link]
Mashable » Martavis Bryant somersaulted for the most insane catch of the NFL Playoffs
While a Cincinnati Bengals fan was busy peeing on someone else in the stands, Martavis Bryant of the Pittsburgh Steelers was on the field, making the most mind-boggling catch of the NFL Playoffs In fact, this just might be the most mind-boggling catch of any NFL Playoff See also: Blair Walsh's stunning last-second miss melts the NFL Internet Bryant's third quarter … [Link]
Mashable » Nissan's Titan Warrior is a battle-ready desert racer that can conquer the daily commute
DETROIT — Desert racing and daily driving are two automotive forms that rarely ever collide on the road. That's because uniting the two would be like combining UFC and filing your taxes. One is a bloody and brutal endeavor while the other is tedious and necessary. Accordingly, it makes little sense to blend the two. See also: Faraday Future's 1,000-horsepower concept … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Marvelous Monster Luggage and Boxes [Pics]
Artist Mellie Z. from Wayward Leather Design creates marvelous boxes and luggage that look like monsters that come straight out of a game of Dungeons and Dragons! Unfortunately, her inventory is kind of low on these since the holiday season is over, but I’m sure she’ll create plenty of new ones in months to come! 
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Mashable » Hoverboards and drones and cars, oh my! The best rideables and autos from CES 2016
The Consumer Electronics Show 2016 was completely overrun with things for people to ride and drive: Electric scooters and skateboards, hoverboards, autonomous manned drones, self-driving cars, and tricked-out techy automobiles.Read more in our review of all the self-driving electric vehicles: http://on.mash.to/1PmG1lB Read more…More about Automobiles, Automated Cars, Tech, Gadgets, and Drones [Link]
Mashable » 'We're on the cusp of something exhilarating': David Bowie on the Internet, in the year 2000
LONDON — Whatever David Bowie did, whether musically or in fashion, acting or politics, it always seemed to come from the future. Perhaps it's no surprise then that the late singer predicted the power and potential of the Internet while the rest of us were looking the other way. In a wide-ranging interview with professional griller Jeremy Paxman, Bowie eloquently … [Link]
Slashdot » David Bowie Dies At Age 69
echo-e writes: Renowned singer David Bowie has died after an 18-month battle with cancer. His latest album, Blackstar, was only just released on Friday — his birthday. His last live show was in 2006. Bowie rose to fame in the 1970s, and he is known for hits such as Under Pressure, Let's Dance, and Space Oddity. He also appeared in … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Revenant' mauled the Golden Globes — but can 'Spotlight' crawl back?
LOS ANGELES — In a breathtaking ambush, The Revenant thoroughly dominated the Golden Globes on Sunday, picking up Best Picture — Drama, Best Director for Alejandro Iñárritu and Best Actor — Drama for Leonardo DiCaprio In this otherwise wide-open awards season, it wasn't just a coup — it was a mauling. SEE ALSO: 2016's Golden Globes showed a lot of love … [Link]
Mashable » Stars pose for elegant black-and-white portraits backstage at the Golden Globes
Between the technical difficulties and the hackneyed jokes, the Golden Globes were kind of a train wreck this year — and not in the fun, Amy Schumer kind of way. But you would never know it from these stunning black-and-white portraits. The pictures, shot backstage by photo duo Inez and Vinoodh, capture Hollywood in all its glitz and glamour. Now how … [Link]
Mashable » 15 unforgettable David Bowie appearances from TV and film
David Bowie didn't only change the music industry — he also had a lucrative film and television career. The 69-year-old rock legend died after an 18-month battle with cancer on Sunday. As fans remember his incredible life and work, they can take a look back at all the memorable roles he's played (including just being himself on camera). See also: 10 … [Link]
Mashable » 1966: When they just didn't get David Bowie
Image: Cyrus Andrews/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty ImagesAmongst many ambitions, the two most important are "to act in a musical and dance in a film" explains David. And since he is in the process of writing a musical, the day when he can realise at least one of his ambitions may not be far off.Press Release for David Bowie's first single, 1966Image: Cyrus … [Link]
Mashable » How David Bowie pushed the boundaries of gendered fashion
LONDON — David Bowie, the legendary rock singer who died Sunday at the age of 69, was a powerful fashion force who catapulted androgynous fashion into mainstream culture and transcended the boundaries of gendered clothing. During his decades-long career, Bowie's innovation and tireless creativity was not only reflected in his iconic music, but also in the trailblazing style his fans seldom … [Link]
Mashable » 'I'm in heaven': How David Bowie appears to say goodbye with his swansong 'Lazarus'
LONDON — "Look up here, I'm in heaven. I've got scars that can't be seen." Suddenly Monday, following the news that David Bowie has died aged 69 following a long battle with cancer, the opening words of his last single and video, "Lazarus," have taken on a whole new meaning In fact, many of the song's lyrics ("I'll be free, … [Link]
Mashable » This stunning visualization shows major earthquakes globally from the last 15 years
LONDON — There have been tens of thousands of earthquakes across the globe since the year 2000, and one data visualization company in the UK has attempted to map them. 422 South in Bristol have created a video that they say features all the world's quakes of magnitude 4 or more between 2000 and November 2015, using data from the … [Link]
Slashdot » K-12 CS Efforts Earn Microsoft CEO Ringside Seat For State of the Union Address
theodp writes: When President Obama delivers his final State of the Union address on Tuesday, the White House reports that the inspiring individuals seated with the First Lady will include Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. "Microsoft has been a leader in expanding access to computer science in K-12 classrooms," explains the White House, perhaps unaware that the company reportedly struck a … [Link]
Mashable » Hands on with Kodak's throwback Super 8 film camera
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 for bankruptcy, showcased an early prototype of the Super 8 at CES 2016 in Las VegasLearn more in the full review: http://on.mash.to/1PmEPyO Read more…More about … [Link]
Mashable » 'Celebrity Big Brother' tells David Bowie’s ex-wife about his death off air
UPDATED 4:30 p.m. GMT to reflect new statement from Channel 5 LONDON — David Bowie's ex-wife, Angie Bowie, who is a contestant in the current series of UK reality show Celebrity Big Brother, has been told about his death off camera, Channel 5 has confirmed Monday afternoon. American actress, model and author Angie, who was married to Bowie for a decade, … [Link]
Mashable » Remembering the music of David Bowie across 6 decades
A look back at some of the amazing David Bowie songs that helped shape music across six decades. Bowie died on Jan. 10 after battling cancer for a year and a half.Read more about the life of The Man who Fell to Earth: http://on.mash.to/1Zn0VvF Read more…More about Music, Music Videos, Entertainment, David Bowie, and Standalone Video Template
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Mashable » Mumbai police force-feed a thief 48 bananas to recover gold chain
The Mumbai Police used an unique strategy to recover a stolen gold chain from a thief after he swallowed the jewellery so that he wouldn't get caught. They force-fed him four dozen bananas in order to get the chain through his ablutions. See also: Wayward kangaroo fails as a hitchhiker, is taken in by police Last week, the accused had snatched … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Good Wife' heads to Iowa — and deals with the aftermath of Eli's confession
The Good Wife is back — that's good news. The bad? "Iowa" finds the show spread a bit too thin With characters and storylines strewn across three states, it seems as the show's dynamic, once-impressive world has grown too big to handle. There's a distance between the characters that makes it hard to engage with them on a personal level See … [Link]
Mashable » Crazy high-res photos in a cheap-ish package with Light's L16 camera
Can Light's $1,699 L16 camera, which is about the size of three iPhone 6 Plus devices stacked together, really replace a DSLR and a bunch of lenses worth about $5,000? Read more in the full review: http://on.mash.to/1PYy4aT Read more…More about Light, Digital Camera, Tech, Gadgets, and Standalone Video Template [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Getting Started with SQL – $16.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "Getting Started with SQL" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-01-12 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » Remembering David Bowie: Cracked actor, restless prophet
Video: Chris Grasinger To a child growing up in England in the 1970s, David Bowie was already immortal. Had I been told his fame was only as old as the decade, I would have laughed a withering laugh. Bowie was our Mount Rushmore, except with more faces, and all of them painted in technicolor Even then, Bowie was impossibly distant, … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Famous Wow! signal might have been from comets, not aliens
A powerful radio signal from space has puzzled astronomers for decades and led to talk of alien signals, but now there might be a more mundane explanation
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Mashable » New SMOSH YouTube show 'Part Timers' might just ruin Chuck E. Cheese
LOS ANGELES — Before SMOSH became YouTube-famous, Ian Hecox had just one job: Working at Chuck E. Cheese in his hometown Sacramento. Sometimes, Hecox donned the mascot uniform, a.k.a. a big rat suit; other times, he had to clean the fountains of old pizza slices that kids would throw in. After a year and a half, just as SMOSH videos began … [Link]
Mashable » 3 people in India died while clicking selfies this weekend
In 2015, numerous selfie-related deaths made the headlines in India — from three students killed by an incoming train that they were posing in front of, to seven men who drowned after capsizing a boat while taking photographs on one side. This year isn't likely to be different, with three people dying while taking selfies in two separate incidents in India … [Link]
Mashable » Londoners leave touching tributes to Brixton boy David Bowie
LONDON — The city that gave birth to David Bowie paid tribute on Monday morning to the London boy who went on to break boundary after boundary in rock and pop music across six decades. See also: David Bowie, cosmic rock icon, multimedia superstar, dead at 69 Bowie's death was announced early Monday morning just days after his 28th album was … [Link]
Mashable » 10 memorable David Bowie musical moments from TV and movies
Musical legend and figure David Bowie died Sunday at age 69 after a battle with cancer As tributes to the singer pour in and his music is remembered, below we take a look at some TV and movies that featured Bowie's work in memorable ways See also: 7 stellar David Bowie duets to remember a legend by The list is just … [Link]
Slashdot » New WiFi HaLow Protocol May Bring Old Security Issues With It
Trailrunner7 writes: Perhaps because smart lightbulbs that refuse firmware updates and refrigerators with blue screens of death aren't enough fun on their own, a new WiFi protocol designed specifically for IoT devices and appliances is on the horizon, bringing with it all of the potential security challenges you've come to know and love in WiFi classic. The new protocol is … [Link]
Mashable » 25 era-defining photos of David Bowie through the decades
Legendary British musician David Bowie revelled in his colourful life, which has sadly been cut short at the age of 69 — after an 18-month battle with cancer. As the world pays tribute to the iconic musician, artist, actor, and all-'round magical human being — here's a look back at the many characters of one of Earth's most inspiring creatures. See … [Link]
Mashable » Before Rachel Bloom was a Golden Globe winner, she was a YouTube star
LOS ANGELES — Rachel Bloom became the first YouTube star to win a Golden Globe on Sunday for her CW show Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. The comedy, which debuted on The CW in October of 2015, follows a Manhattan lawyer named Rebecca Bunch (Bloom) who impulsively moves across the country to where her old camp boyfriend Josh Chan (Vincent Rodriguez III) lives after … [Link]
Mashable » As Facebook bats for Free Basics, four young engineers bring free Wi-Fi in Indian villages
Even as Facebook's Free Basics platform claims to connect India's villages by giving them free but limited Internet, a grassroots initiative aims to provide unrestricted Internet access for free. Four young IT engineers have started a free Wi-Fi service in a village in their home district Rajgarh in the state of Madhya Pradesh. See also: Indian startups, academicians join the chorus … [Link]
Mashable » 7 stellar David Bowie duets to remember a legend by
David Bowie was a true rarity, and if you somehow need proof of the sheer force of his creative impact, look no further than the awe he inspired in his peers. He wasn't just a rock star — he was the rock star that every other rock star wanted to be. Bowie's performances with other great musicians, whether he's dancing around … [Link]
Mashable » Watch the best looks from the 2016 Golden Globes red carpet
Some of the biggest names in show business graced the red carpet Sunday night at the 73rd Annual Golden Globes. Here are some of the biggest red carpet looks from the star studded evening. Read more…More about Entertainment, Film, Music, Tv, and Video
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Mashable » David Bowie's endlessly surprising career in one spectacular GIF
LONDON — Tributes have been pouring in for David Bowie following the news the inimitable singer has died aged 69, and fans have been paying tribute too. See also: 'I just lost a hero': Stars pay tribute to David Bowie One artwork in particular, a gif of several hand drawn portraits by UK-based illustrator Helen Green, is being shared in droves. … [Link]
Mashable » Woman tries to kiss python, gets bitten on the nose
You might want to think twice about poking your nose in a reptile's business after watching this video. Over the weekend, Chinese tourist Jin Jing was visiting an animal park in Phuket, Thailand where she decided to get up close and personal with a reticulated python. Jin and her friend leaned in for a kiss while two animal wranglers held … [Link]
Mashable » Police investigate tip that radical group wants to harm officers
Police in Philadelphia are investigating a tip that a man charged in the ambush shooting of a patrolman is connected to a radical group that may continue to pose a threat to officers. The police department said Sunday evening that someone approached an officer on the street and alleged that the man who attacked officer Jesse Hartnett "had an affiliation to … [Link]
Mashable » 10 of David Bowie's most iconic music videos
David Bowie, who passed away from cancer Monday, was an almost impossibly innovative songwriter and artist. While his music broke the boundaries of glam rock, punk and electronica over his more than 40-year career, Bowie also used music videos to showcase his transgressive style and epic haircuts. As recently as Thursday, Bowie released a supernatural new video for his song "Lazarus" … [Link]
Mashable » 'I just lost a hero': Stars pay tribute to David Bowie
LONDON — Stars from across the world of music, fashion, politics and beyond paid tribute to rock icon David Bowie Monday, following the news that he had passed away after an 18 month battle with cancer aged 69. See also: David Bowie, cosmic rock icon, multimedia superstar, dead at 69 His son, Duncan Jones confirmed the news and led the tributes. … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Simpsons' tattoos are more than a skin-deep dedication to the animated series
There are plenty of hardcore fans of The Simpsons out there, but only a handful are prepared to etch their love for the animated series on their bodies. These dedicated fans and their designs have been compiled on a Facebook and Instagram page called The Simpsons Tattoo. See also: Australian frog that looks like Donald Trump is ribbiting Both pages were … [Link]
Geek Culture » David Bowie leaves this Earth
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Mashable » David Bowie, cosmic rock icon, multimedia superstar, dead at 69
Video: Chris Grasinger LOS ANGELES — David Bowie, the otherworldly British rock singer and cross-cultural icon whose music and art fixed our eyes to the stars across six decades, has died, according to his official Facebook and Twitter accounts. He had just turned 69 on Friday, the day he dropped his 28th and critically revered final album, Blackstar. According to … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT #2236: If Apple was a democracy…
Petition: Tell Apple to ditch obsolescence!!! [Link]
Slashdot » PostgreSQL 9.5 Does UPSERT Right
joabj writes: For years, PostgreSQL users would ask when their favorite open source database system would get the UPSERT operator, which can either insert an entry or update it if a previous version already existed. Other RDMS have long offered this feature. Bruce Momjian, one of the chief contributors to PostgreSQL, admits to being embarrassed that it wasn't supported. Well, … [Link]
Mashable » Driving through an Australian bushfire is like racing through the pit of hell
If you admire the bravery of those who fight fires, speeding through the midst of an inferno will surely step up your appreciation. This video uploaded by Twitter user Templeman Twells gives you a front-row seat of what hell might be like, as what appears to be a fire truck drives through a blaze in Waroona. See also: Frolickers get wiped … [Link]
Mashable » Cricketer takes spectacular hit to the nose, gets opponent out with ball
This is how you really take one for the team Melbourne Stars cricketer Adam Zampa will be boasting a stellar Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer impression after a ricocheting ball bounced off his nose to hit the stumps during Saturday's Big Bash League match against the Melbourne Renegades. In one of cricket's most unusual dismissals, Renegade batsman Peter Nevill seemed lost for … [Link]
Mashable » Insane photographs show what thousands of burning tyres look like
Firefighters and water-bombing helicopters are in the midst of tackling an ominous cloud of toxic black smoke pluming from a fire at a tyre recycling plant in Melbourne, Victoria. The blaze, currently contained to an industrial area in Broadmeadows, has been billowing smoke across the city since 9 a.m. Monday morning The Melbourne Metropolitan Fire Brigade (MFB) has since issued warnings … [Link]
Mashable » 2016's Golden Globes showed a lot of love for TV newcomers
Sunday night's Golden Globe saw TV winners that were across the board in many aspects — and left some viewers asking a few burning questions: Who are these people? What are these shows? I don't think all of these Golden Globe winners are real tv shows. What the hell is Wolf Hall? — Adrian Connerty (@AdrianConnerty) January 11, 2016 I watch … [Link]
Mashable » Chrysler's Pacifica minivan is its first hybrid, and a techie one at that
DETROIT — Chrysler, the brand that invented the minivan, is looking to remake the iconic family-hauler for 2017 with the all-new Pacifica. Although the exterior looks like a roundier version of the outgoing Town & Country minivan, underneath it boasts a new platform, an optional hybrid powertrain as well as 40 new minivan 'firsts' — according to Chrysler. Importantly, these firsts … [Link]
Mashable » Oscar Isaac admiring his award is the Golden Globes meme you need
“Someone Photoshop a Yeezy into this." A simple Photoshop request from Twitter user Four Pins of Oscar Isaac starring longingly at his fresh new Golden Globe during the award show on Sunday evening birthed a beautiful new meme See also: 17 WTF moments from the 2016 Golden Globes someone photoshop a yeezy into this pic.twitter.com/bsa8owvXAh — Four Pins (@Four_Pins) January 11, … [Link]
Mashable » Behold, the fiercest squad selfie of the 2016 Golden Globes
Eva Longoria and America Ferrera had one of the only truly funny moments of the Golden Globes when they made fun of people who can't tell hispanic actresses apart. Certain other transphobic vehicular manslaughter "jokes" didn't fare so well. So it didn't take Amy Schumer and Jennifer Lawrence long to swoop in and snatch them for their squad, and Longoria … [Link]
Mashable » Ford's revolutionary FordPass app aims do for mobility what iTunes did for music
DETROIT — "Mobility" has become a buzzword in the automotive industry. It's not enough anymore to simply make safe, reliable cars anymore. Brands now have to also boast about their ability to get people mobile products as well. For the last year or so, that's mostly been just talk. Now, however, Ford is putting its stamp on modern mobility. On Monday … [Link]
Mashable » Ricky Gervais' most offensive jokes at the 2016 Golden Globes
Though controversy tends to follow Ricky Gervais' unsavory brand of comedy, the notorious 2016 Golden Globes host isn't concerned about offending people. "I can justify every joke I’ve ever done and if the joke is about someone, I can do it in front of them and tell them after why it’s justified," he told The Hollywood Reporter ahead of his fourth … [Link]
Mashable » Take a look at the giant light sculptures of Finland's Lux festival
The Light Festival Lux Helsinki displays inspiring light artwork at the darkest time of the year in Helsinki, Finland. Artists from Finland, France, Belgium and Canada have their creative work displayed along the festival route. The visually stunning and interactive pieces delight visitors and passers-by alike The event runs through Jan. 10. Have something to add to this story? Share it … [Link]
Mashable » Jeremy Corbyn's Twitter hacker drops Scottish and Australian slang
Jeremy Corbyn, leader of the Labour Party in the UK, experienced quite a bit of anarchy on his Twitter account when it appeared to be hacked on Sunday night, London time. Four messages appeared on Corbyn's account, consisting of a football chant, and a tweet appearing to curse the UK's Trident nuclear weapons programme, in which Corbyn may withdraw his party's … [Link]
Mashable » Jamie Foxx had no patience for Drunk Uncle Quentin Tarantino's 'ghetto' comment
Your drunk uncle Quentin Tarantino was very on-brand at the 2016 Golden Globes. Apparently concerned that Ricky Gervais just wasn't offensive enough, the director decided to pick up the slack When he accepted the Golden Globe award for Best Original Score on behalf of Ennio Morricone for his work on The Hateful Eight, Tarantino referred to the world of film scores … [Link]
Mashable » Hotel workers come clean about their jobs on Whisper
Whether it’s for business, vacation or a night out on the town, staying in a hotel is seen by many as one of life’s luxuries However, while you’re busy enjoying yourself, ordering room service and leaving your towels on the bathroom floor because you can, the large hotel staff that works so hard to make your stay possible possible most likely … [Link]
Mashable » David O. Russell still has a J.Law lipstick stain on his cheek
Someone get David O. Russell a wet-nap. The Joy director caused confusion online when he appeared to touch up a lipstick stain left on his cheek after a kiss from frequent collaborator Jennifer Lawrence at the 2016 Golden Globes See also: 'Mr. Robot' upsets 'Game of Thrones' with Best Drama win at Golden Globes During her acceptance speech for Best Performance … [Link]
Mashable » Eva Longoria's Golden Globes gown is a whole lot of look
When Eva Longoria stepped onto the red carpet at the 2016 Golden Globes, she was dropping jaws and raising eyebrows — for all of the wrong reasons See also: Laverne Cox slays the Golden Globes red carpet in a simple white dress The Telenovela actress wore a fitted Georges Hobeika gown with rhinestone bow details at the neckline, embellished flowers on … [Link]
Mashable » Channing Tatum's new hairstyle crawled out of 2005 to attend the Golden Globes
Was Channing Tatum channeling Gambit or his inner teen at the Golden Globes? The actor's hair was cropped close on one side and swept angrily to the other. It also appeared darker than Tatum's normal shade. In short, he looked like Fall Out Boy frontman Pete Wentz circa the mid-2000s See also: Golden Globes 2016: See every stunning red carpet look … [Link]
Mashable » Hoverboard fire menace now apparently also burning up cars
As investigations continue into numerous house fires caused by hoverboards, authorities are now looking into an incident in California in which a hoverboard apparently caught fire and destroyed a woman's car. See also: Hoverboard on fire: Man's scooter combusts on sidewalk The incident occurred in Rialto, California while Maria Gomez was driving with her cousin and father. According to Gomez, the … [Link]
Mashable » Slow-motion camera makes Golden Globes celebs look fiercely elegant
The Golden Globes just got glamorous AF E! — who has had a host of bad red carpet ideas previously (RIP Mani Cam) — debuted a red carpet feature Sunday night that made everyone look jaw-dropping, dramatic and fierce. Called the "Glambot," it turned stars into slow-motion mini-videos that showed off their outfits in stunning detail See also: Golden Globes 2016: … [Link]
Mashable » 'Room' star Brie Larson wins first Golden Globe for Best Actress, Drama
Brie Larson on Sunday won the Golden Globe for best actress in a drama for her performance in Room It's Larson first Globes nomination and award. She kicked off her speech by thanking the "incredible bunch of people" in the Hollywood Foreign Press Association — which got perhaps the biggest unintentional laugh of the night — and writer Emma Donaghue, who … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Revenant' wins Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture — Drama
LOS ANGELES — Awards season is a survival exercise, so maybe it makes sense that The Revenant won the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture — Drama on Sunday. The film about the incredible survival story of frontiersman Hugh Glass picked up the night's biggest prize, beating out Carol, Mad Max: Fury Road, The Revenant, Room and presumed Oscar front-runner Spotlight. … [Link]
Mashable » Alexander McQueen used safety pins as cheek piercings, because sometimes fashion just hurts
The TL;DR fashion review: A collection that shocks is often one worth shocking.LONDON — A fashion moment never looked so painfully cheeky Antique silver jewellery backstage at the Alexander McQueen AW16 men's show #LCM A photo posted by Alexander McQueen (@worldmcqueen) on Jan 10, 2016 at 8:22am PST Just take a peek at any of the vampiric models sauntering down Alexander … [Link]
Mashable » 17 WTF moments from the 2016 Golden Globes
When Ricky Gervais is in charge, things are going to get a little bit weird But in between the offensive jokes dished out by Gervais at the 73rd Golden Globes held in Los Angeles on Sunday, there were plenty of other awkward moments. See also: Ricky Gervais to Mel Gibson: 'What the f*ck does 'sugar tits' even mean?' From Jennifer Lawrence … [Link]
Mashable » Riotous space caper 'The Martian' wins Best Comedy at the Golden Globes
Looks like Ridley Scott is getting the last laugh. Throughout Sunday's Golden Globe Awards, Ricky Gervais has poked fun at the Hollywood Foreign Press for calling Scott's latest film, The Martian, a comedy. (Which may or may not be a fair point — though the film does feature action and drama, it's also filled with quips, most of them spoken by … [Link]
Mashable » Leonardo DiCaprio wins his third Golden Globe for 'The Revenant'
LOS ANGELES — Leonardo DiCaprio has plenty of Golden Globes. In his quest for that first Oscar, another can't hurt. DiCaprio won for The Revenant on Sunday, his third Golden Globe win in 10 nominations (previous wins came for Wolf of Wall Street and The Aviator). DiCaprio beat out Bryan Cranston (Trumbo), Michael Fassbender (Steve Jobs) Eddie Redmayne (The Danish Girl) … [Link]
Mashable » Australian frog that looks like Donald Trump is ribbiting
In what's surely to become a trend of politicians that resemble reptiles, check out this frog in Australia who happens to look like Donald Trump. Reddit user BillipTheDog uploaded the slimy looking creature at Melbourne Aquarium on Sunday local time, which bears an incredible likeness to the U.S. presidential hopeful. The addition of the Republican candidate's hairstyle is really the icing … [Link]
Mashable » Noomi Rapace thinks it's 'absolutely ridiculous' she gets paid less than male actors
LONDON — It's an issue Jennifer Lawrence, among other actresses in Hollywood have been vocal about recently: The wage gap between women and men Lawrence wasn't alone in her sentiment. Joining her in the conversation was Swedish actress, Noomi Rapace, who became a feminist symbol after playing the original Lisbeth Salander from the hit series The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo … [Link]
Mashable » Taraji P. Henson gave Leonardo DiCaprio a cookie because she won a Golden Globe
A cookie from Cookie is better than an Oscar. Right, Leo? Taraji P. Henson took home a Golden Globe Sunday night for Best Actress in a Television Drama Series for playing the firecracker Cookie Lyon in Fox's Empire. In celebration of her award (her first win), she handed out chocolate chip treats to the audience, including Leonardo DiCaprio and Lady … [Link]
Mashable » Jennifer Lawrence wins Best Actress Golden Globe for 'Joy'
Jennifer Lawrence just took home another piece of hardware. Amy Schumer's BFF won Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical at the Golden Globes Sunday. She's no stranger to this stage: Her previous Globe wins include Best Supporting Actress for American Hustle and Best Actress for Silver Linings Playbook. She was also nominated in 2011 for her breakout performance in Winter’s … [Link]
Mashable » MTV Australia asks for subtitles for Eva Longoria and America Ferrera
MTV Australia has tweeted an offensive remark regarding Latina actresses America Ferrera and Eva Longoria. As the duo were presenting the award for Best Actor in a TV Drama at the Golden Globe Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday night, MTV fired off a tweet requesting subtitles — despite the pair speaking only in English. See also: Ricky Gervais' 2016 … [Link]
Mashable » Ricky Gervais to Mel Gibson: 'What the f*ck does 'sugar tits' even mean?'
Mel Gibson's infamous "sugar tits" quote came back to haunt him at this year's Golden Globes While introducing Gibson, there to present a clip for Mad Max: Fury Road, host Ricky Gervais (in true Gervais fashion) slipped in a few jokes at the actor's expense "I want to say something nice about Mel before he comes out," Gervais says. "Here … [Link]
Mashable » Sugar gliders are slowly taking over Instagram
If you've never heard of sugar gliders, it's understandable. They're odd little things They're little marsupials with big eyes, they look like flying squirrels, and they're typically on the other side of the world (unless you live in Australia). And luckily, they're now reaching out to you over Instagram. See also: 10 reasons why Australian animals were the most badass in … [Link]
Mashable » Don't get in Lady Gaga's way, Leonardo DiCaprio
Leo, please remove yourself from Lady Gaga's path. She has a Golden Globe to accept. As Gaga approached the stage to accept her Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television, which she won for her role as The Countess in American Horror Story: Hotel, Leonardo DiCaprio's elbow fell victim … [Link]
Slashdot » Linux Kernel 4.4 LTS Officially Released
prisoninmate writes: January 10, 2016, will enter in the Linux history books as the day when the Linux kernel 4.4 LTS (Long-Term Support) has been officially released by Linus Torvalds and his team of hard working kernel developers. Prominent features of Linux kernel 4.4 LTS include 3D support in the virtual GPU driver, allowing for 3D hardware-accelerated graphics in virtualization … [Link]
Mashable » Sylvester Stallone wins for 'Creed,' forgets to thank director and costars
Rocky’s finally got a Golden Globe — but he kinda blew the victory speech. Sylvester Stallone won Best Supporting Actor for Creed on Sunday night — but forget to thank some key people in his acceptance speech. The actor first thanked his wife and children, mentioned his agency (twice) and name-dropped MGM executes a slew of producers, including Irwin Winkler and … [Link]
Mashable » 'Mr. Robot' upsets 'Game of Thrones' with Best Drama win at Golden Globes
USA’s Mr. Robot has just pulled off a huge win at the Golden Globes, walking away with Best Drama Series The show, which was critically loved during its first season, beat out the likes of Game of Thrones, Empire, Narcos, and Outlander. See also: Golden Globes 2016: And the winners are… The win comes during what was decidedly a pleasantly odd … [Link]
Mashable » Frolickers get wiped off Australian ocean rocks by massive wave
This is one hell of a wipe out. About 100 people were knocked off an ocean rock platform they were standing on when a massive wave hit on Saturday. The event, which was captured on a GoPro by Instagram user Jakee T, occurred at the Figure Eight Pools in the Royal National Park in Sydney. See also: California surfers ride big, … [Link]
Mashable » Little kid cannot stop laughing at hilarious man, Vladimir Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin isn't exactly a laugh track. For some reason, the former KGB spy turned autocrat doesn't exactly inspire worldwide lulz. This little kid, however, respectfully disagrees. As the youth plays with his motorized little globe, a computer speaks back to him. "Russia," it says. The kid gives no response "Democratic federation," the globe says. The child again … [Link]
Mashable » Jamie Foxx had his own Steve Harvey moment at the Golden Globes
Jamie Foxx wasted little time in taking a light-hearted jab at Steve Harvey on stage at Sunday night's Golden Globes. While presenting the award for Best Original Score in a Motion Picture, alongside Lily James, Foxx announced an unexpected (and incorrect) winner: Straight Outta Compton. See also: Golden Globes 2016: And the winners are… Jamie Foxx pulls a Steve Harvey, incorrectly … [Link]
Mashable » Lady Gaga is now a Golden Globe winner
The Countess has ruled her category at the Golden Globes. Lady Gaga walked away with the statue for Best Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture for Television on Sunday for her role on American Horror Story: Hotel, beating out Fargo star Kristen Dunst, Bessie lead Queen Latifah, American Crime's Felicity Huffman and Flesh and Bone newcomer Sarah Hay "I … [Link]
Mashable » Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith are here to make you feel hopelessly alone
In 2015, rumors circulated that Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith were ending their union and taking love itself down with them. But they just laughed those rumors off and remained the perfect image of marital bliss. And once again on Sunday, they flaunted their happiness on the 2016 Golden Globes red carpet. E! has a new thing called the Glambot, … [Link]
Mashable » New 'House of Cards' trailer premieres during Golden Globes
It may not have been up for any Golden Globes, but Netflix's House of Cards briefly managed to steal the spotlight during Sunday's telecast of the awards ceremony. See also: 'House of Cards' Season 4 has a premiere date and new trailer A new trailer for Season 4 shows Frank doing what he does best, speaking — well, frankly — to … [Link]
Mashable » Amy Schumer and Jennifer Lawrence were BFF perfection at the Golden Globes
J-Law & A-Schu '17 — no, not for the White House. We mean as next year's hosts of the Golden Globes The hilarious BFFs and actresses presented at the 73rd Annual Golden Globes Sunday night and stole the show with some casual banter on being amazing, saving the world and sleeping with all the Hemsworths Little kid cannot stop laughing … [Link]
Mashable » Laverne Cox slays the Golden Globes red carpet in a simple white dress
And the award for "style slayer" goes to Laverne Cox. Stepping onto the red carpet in a simple white Elizabeth Kennedy gown, the Orange Is the New Black actress proved that sometimes basic is best See also: Bryce Dallas Howard bought her own size 6 dress for the Golden Globes 
Image: Kevork Djansezian/NBC /Getty ImagesThe Internet went wild for the elegant … [Link]
Mashable » Matt Damon wins Golden Globe for hilarious comedy 'The Martian'
Eighteen years after handing him a Golden Globe for co-writing Good Will Hunting's screenplay, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association has awarded Matt Damon a second statuette. See also: Jon Hamm continues 'Mad Men' award show farewell with last Golden Globe "I know how lucky I am, and how lucky I am to be doing this for a living," Damon said while … [Link]
Mashable » 'Mozart in the Jungle' just won two Golden Globes. What the hell is it?
Almost everyone who read the Golden Globe nominations in Dec. 2015, had the same question: What the hell is Mozart in the Jungle, and why is it up for so many awards? Well, I binged the entire thing a week before the Golden Globes, and now I have an answer: Mozart in the Jungle is one of my favorite shows. See … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » How ADP Uses APIs to Drive Innovation in HR
Due to the vast number of independent software solutions aimed at HR departments, an HR leader can spend as much as 60% of their time on administrative tasks, according to a recent article by Jonathan Salem Baskin for Forbes.
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Mashable » Ricky Gervais' 2016 Golden Globes monologue was as cringeworthy as ever
"I'm gonna do this monologue and then go into hiding. Not even Sean Penn will find me." A beer-swigging Ricky Gervais opened Sunday's 73rd Annual Golden Globes with a monologue that was an emotional roller coaster — if all the emotions were just different levels of uncomfortable. See also: Drink like the stars: A Golden Globes drinking game Unsurprisingly, he … [Link]
Mashable » Jon Hamm continues 'Mad Men' award show farewell with last Golden Globe
Jon Hamm has won the last Golden Globe he'll ever win for playing Don Draper The actor picked up the award for Best Drama Actor Sunday, thanking creator Matthew Weiner and AMC See also: Golden Globes 2016: And the winners are… "Thanks to Mr. Weiner, who wrote this horrible person all the way through to the end of this incredible ride … [Link]
Mashable » What NFL concussion crisis? Trump calls league 'soft'
Donald Trump is no stranger to strong pronouncements of virility, especially during the current news cycle, and now he has turned his focus to the NFL, saying that the league, "has become soft like our country has become soft." See also: 1987: At home with Donald Trump The declaration came during a rally in Reno, Nevada, according to the Washington … [Link]
Mashable » 'Mozart in the Jungle' wins Golden Globe for Best TV Comedy
Mozart in the Jungle has won the Golden Globe for best TV comedy The cast of the Amazon series, including Jason Schwartzman (who's also a co-creator), Saffron Burrows and Gael Garcia Bernal, came together to the stage, where co-creator and executive producer Paul Weitz formally accepted the statuette "Thank you to the HFPA (Hollywood Foreign Press Association) so much. We're so … [Link]
Mashable » Golden Globes host Ricky Gervais has the lowest possible opinion of his audience
Four-time Golden Globes host Ricky Gervais really knows how to loosen up his audience Just hours before taking the stage at Sunday's ceremony, Gervais tweeted a terrifying shirtless selfie captioned with a crass comment about the Globes' audience See also: Drink like the stars: A Golden Globes drinking game Better get dressed and offend some humourless cunts I supposepic.twitter.com/X4idHHuMMf — Ricky … [Link]
Mashable » Amazon to offer on-demand stream of Obama's final State of the Union
The White House and Amazon have reached an agreement that will allow the service to host a free stream of President Obama's final State of the Union beginning Wednesday, the day after Obama makes his annual address to the nation. See also: From refugee on 'Humans of New York' to State of the Union special guest In recent years, the White … [Link]
Mashable » You might never notice how techie Mercedes' 2017 E-Class is, but that's the point
DETROIT — Where to begin with the all-new E-Class? Although it might have one of the least inspiring exteriors of the Mercedes-Benz lineup, it has perhaps the most awe-inspiring list of tech and safety features on the market today. See also: Faraday Future's 1,000-horsepower concept car should make Tesla very, very nervous Here are just a few quick highlights: Its new … [Link]
Mashable » Amy Schumer won the Golden Globes red carpet with her 'vagina itch'
Amy Schumer will never let a vagina itch go unscratched In an interview with Ryan Seacrest during the Golden Globes 2016 red carpet, the actress admitted to having the very relatable issue of itchy lady parts. But Seacrest — that red carpet tyrant — wouldn't let her deal with it See also: Golden Globes 2016: And the winners are… That's no … [Link]
Mashable » Bryce Dallas Howard bought her own size 6 dress for the Golden Globes
Most celebrities enlist famous stylists to scour designer showrooms and runways for their perfect red carpet gowns. Not Bryce Dallas Howard. The actress attended the 73rd Golden Globes in a blue sequin Jenny Packham dress that she purchased herself at Neiman Marcus See also: Golden Globes 2016: And the winners are… 
Image: Steve Granitz/Getty ImagesWith most gowns cut to sample size, … [Link]
Mashable » Here's LeBron James getting hit in the face with a basketball forever
LeBron James was accidentally hit in the face with a basketball while warming up for his Cleveland Cavaliers game against the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night It makes for some pretty good Internet See also: My high school teammate, Kobe Bryant Maybe you like LeBron; I'm a big LeBron fan, myself. Or maybe you're a LeBron hater; there are plenty of … [Link]
Mashable » Nicki Minaj has very strong opinions about Season 1 of 'Teen Mom'
Oh yes: It's time for the inevitable Nicki Minaj/Farrah Abraham Twitter feud. Minaj is not a fan of the Teen Mom star — specifically the way she treats her own mother — and she made her feelings clear in a series of expletive-laden tweets that also attacked Abraham's grammar. The two slut-shamed each other. There were no winners See also: The … [Link]
Mashable » Bengals fan arrested for peeing on man at NFL playoff game
You know urine the NFL playoffs when tension trickles from the field into the stands That's just what happened on Saturday as a scrappy NFL playoff game between the home Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers included a fan being arrested for peeing on the person seated in front of him at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati See also: The 7 Best Apps … [Link]
Mashable » This blockbuster ad for lamb has Australian legends abducting expats
A TV commercial promoting lamb has become a yearly ritual for Australians, and this year's rendition absolutely smokes the rest. This year's epic ad features cult favourite newsreader, Lee Lin Chin, as the head of "Operation Boomerang," stealing Australians from their overseas homes and bringing them back for Australia Day for a barbecue, presumably with lamb on the menu. Also … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Cake Artist Brings Magneto to Life With Sugary Creation [Pics]
Cake Artist Carla Puig made this fantastic looking Magneto cake for Comicake 2015, an event that showcases the comic-themed creations of bakers from Spanish-speaking countries. 
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Mashable » Golden Globes 2016: And the winners are…
The 73rd Annual Golden Globes, hosted by Ricky Gervais, kick off at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on NBC. Who will take home the night's highest honors? We'll find out soon — and in the meantime, check out the full list of nominees below. We'll update this post as awards are presented throughout the night. See also: Drink like the stars: … [Link]
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