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 » Samsung's AdBlock Fast Removed From the Play Store
New submitter Alexander Maxham writes with the news reported at Android Headlines that Samsung's ad-blocking Android app called AdBlock Fast "was apparently ousted from the Play Store for violating section 4.4 of the Developer Distribution Agreement, stating that an app cannot disrupt or interfere with devices, networks or other parties' apps and services. (Also noted by Engadget.) 
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Mashable » LinkedIn stock just fell off a cliff
LinkedIn's executives may want to add some stress management experts to their professional networks on LinkedIn. Shares of LinkedIn collapsed nearly 30% in after hours trading Thursday following a disappointing earnings report, effectively shaving off $7 billion from the company's market cap in a matter of minutes. SEE ALSO: The new normal: Twitter stock hits new low again and again … [Link]
Slashdot » DNA Makes Lifeless Materials Shapeshift
sciencehabit writes: Researchers have engineered tiny gold particles that can assemble into a variety of crystalline structures simply by adding a bit of DNA to the solution that surrounds them. Down the road, such reprogrammable particles could be used to make materials that reshape themselves in response to light, or to create novel catalysts that reshape themselves as reactions proceed. … [Link]
Mashable » Please clap: A thorough guide to Jeb Bush's most awkward moments
For Jeb Bush, the bar for awkward encounters is set pretty high. After all, his father once vomited in the lap of Japan's prime minister and his brother, George W., well, where do we even start? But, Jeb, oh, Jeb. We shouldn't have underestimated you. See also: Jeb Bush's rules for the perfect selfie His campaign has been enigmatic from the … [Link]
Mashable » Mitú launches campaign to 'activate the Latino Millennial vote'
LOS ANGELES — Mitú wants young Latino millennials to get political. The Santa Monica-based digital network announced Thursday that is is partnering with Hispanic civil rights organization National Council of La Raza to "engage and mobilize young Latino voters." Mashable first reported that the network had plans to dive into 2016 election coverage last month. The partnership marks the start … [Link]
Mashable » IRL shopping mall 'Mario Kart' is the only form of racing worth watching
Shopping mall Mario Kart is just as delightful as you'd always imagined. This group of costumed ruffians broke out teeny motorized go-karts and took to the wide, polished floors of a local shopping mall. And yes, bananas were injured in the making of this video. What if movies ended as soon as someone said the title? Disney medley sung in … [Link]
Mashable » The Monkey King's schedule has been packed ahead of Chinese New Year
When the new lunar year turns next week, it'll be the Year of the Monkey. Naturally, the mythical Monkey King who's waited 12 years for this, has been traipsing all over China in preparation for his year. See also: This 85-year-old man is China's most stylish grandfather The mythical figure, also known as Sun Wukong, is one of the main characters … [Link]
Mashable » Bei Bei the beloved panda is quite the explorer in his first outdoor adventure
The Smithsonian National Zoo's latest panda cub Bei Bei got his first taste of the outdoors on Feb. 4. Bei Bei, along with his mother Mei Xiang, ventured outside of his enclosure to play and experience the fresh air for the first time. [Additional reporting from The Associated Press] Read more…More about Zoo, Cute Animals, Youtube, Us World, and Us [Link]
Mashable » What happened when I stripped for Kanye West
NEW YORK — "Men on the left, women on the right!" shouted a casting director. "Find your place and remember who's in front and behind you so there are no fights." That wouldn't be difficult to do. Standing in front of me was the chiseled and brooding Ford model, Luke Thorp, and behind was Jay Parel, a muscular dancer from … [Link]
Mashable » Body shamed retail employee quits her job and inspires the Internet
While some brands are making strides to be inclusive of every body type — others are just living in the past. Sherene Marie Zarrabi, a store employee at Dainty Hooligan in Stillwater, Oklahoma, decided to quit her job after receiving a disconcerting email from the brand's founder and CEO, Jessica Issler. See also: What 8 body positive activists want you to … [Link]
Slashdot » Researchers Uncover the Genetic Roots Behind Rare Vibration Allergy
derekmead writes: A team of National Health Institute researchers has for the first time uncovered the genetic roots of one of the strangest allergies: vibrations. The vibration allergy, which is just as it sounds, may be quite rare, but understanding it more completely may yield important insights into the fundamental malfunctioning of immune cells in the presence of allergens. The … [Link]
Mashable » Swedish political debate accidentally ran a children's show's subtitles
Now this is how to make politics more interesting to children. A Swedish television station recently aired a political debate and, while all appeared normal, viewers who turned on closed captioning noticed something a little different. See also: Trump's mouth on puffer fish will make your day Instead of matching the subtitles to what was playing out on screen, lines from … [Link]
Mashable » Meerkat pups wander outside for first time and hearts everywhere explode
Watch these adorable meerkat pups wander slowly as they explore the world for the first time. These cuties were born at Sydney's Taronga Zoo on Jan. 7.Full story: http://on.mash.to/1P9Fo1s Read more…More about Animals, Australia, Cute Animals, Us World, and Videos
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Mashable » Woman may face jail time for refusing to do housework
In some places, the punishment for a less-than-clean house is a dirty jail cell. A husband from the Lazio region of Italy is taking his wife to court this week, alleging that she does not perform enough housework. Her failure to clean has led to "mistreatment of the family," reports Italian newspaper Il Fatto Quotidiano. See also: Firefighters help woman out … [Link]
Mashable » Janelle Monáe is timeless, new commercial proves
Right before Beyonce and Coldplay take the stage for Pepsi's Super Bowl halftime show this Sunday, Janelle Monáe will kick off the party with a musical journey through time. The genre-bending musician is the star of a 30-second Pepsi commercial called "Joy of Music" that is set to air moments ahead of the halftime concert. SEE ALSO: Doritos will give … [Link]
Mashable » Earth, Wind & Fire co-founder and frontman Maurice White dead at 74
LOS ANGELES — Maurice White, a founding member of funk, jazz and R&B fusion hitmakers Earth, Wind & Fire, died Thursday morning at 74. The producer and singer, who won seven Grammys and helped usher in a new era of black popular music, died after a lengthy battle with Parkinson's, according to The Associated Press. White's brother, Verdine, took to Facebook on Thursday … [Link]
Mashable » Woman travels the world lifting things with her vagina
For some women, regular yoga classes and weight lifting just don't cut it. One woman has established a prominent career lifting different weights with her vagina. Dubbing her strengthening craft, "Vagina Kung Fu," Kim Anami promotes her exercises as both a method for females to stay active, as well as improve overall sexual health See also: Chinese musician plays the guitar … [Link]
Slashdot » Firefox 44 Deletes Fine-Grained Cookie Management
ewhac writes: Among its other desirable features, Firefox included a feature allowing very fine-grained cookie management. When enabled, every time a Web site asked to set a cookie, Firefox would raise a dialog containing information about the cookie requested, which you could then approve or deny. An "exception" list also allowed you to mark selected domains as "Always allow" or … [Link]
Mashable » More children than adults can figure out which way this school bus is going
If you want to figure out the Internet's latest brainteaser, it's time to think like a child. National Geographic posed a question on its TV show Brain Games that is stumping many more adults than children. Take a look at this drawing of a school bus below: Can you tell which way it's headed? 
Image: National GeographicAccording to the show, 80% … [Link]
Mashable » Dear Dads of America, here's how to stalk your possibly sexually active daughter with your car
One of the benefits of advanced GPS technology, we can all agree, is spying on your loved ones. Hyundai speaks to this basic — if shameful — human impulse by selling its "find your car anywhere" function by following Kevin Hart tracking his fictional daughter on a date by lending her boyfriend his new car — a Hyundai with car … [Link]
Mashable » Carly Rae Jepsen made $35 playing on the streets of Santa Monica
She’s performed for millions live, thousands in stadiums, and a group of very lucky Sims. Now Carly Rae Jepsen is performing for a small handful of Santa Monicans on the Third Street Promenade. See also: Carly Rae Jepsen demonstrates the importance of capes in 'Your Type' video In a new video for Funny or Die, Jepsen goes undercover as one of many street performers … [Link]
Mashable » 6-inch Mr. Spock looks so much like Leonard Nimoy it's scary
Video: Mark Andrew Boyer Without the original Star Trek television series, which first aired almost 50 years ago, there would be no “Next Generation,” no “original cast movies,” Next Generation films and certainly no J.J. Abrams reboot. It’s why, for a certain generation, the nostalgia remains and, this year especially, every new franchise product is treated like a precious gift. … [Link]
Slashdot » Don't Hate Perky Morning People: It Might Be Their DNA's Fault.
New submitter Striek writes: Aggregated genome data from 23andme.com was analyzed and published in Nature magazine, and now further evidence has been added to the belief that being a morning person or a night owl is wired in our DNA. It's not the first time such research has been published, either. So those of us who work late into the … [Link]
Popular Science » Six Degrees of Separation? Try Three
The world is getting pretty small these days. In the 90's, it was once posited that every movie star on Earth could be connected to Kevin Bacon within six degrees. Since that time, the internet has showed us that this is probably the case with every person on Earth. I myself have a Bacon Number of 2, having worked at … [Link]
Mashable » Dog steals owner's sled, takes back dignity
Let this serve as a gentle reminder than dogs are not your servants. In this clip from Facebook user Erika Welamsson, a would-be sled dog grows tired of its designated task and stages a revolt. In this case, "revolt" involves tossing his passenger and making off with the sled like his freedom depends on it. See also: 10 up-and-coming Instagram animals … [Link]
Popular Science » Rare Allergy To Vibrations Caused By Genetic Mutation
For 50 million Americans, allergies—often to things like pet hair, pollen, or nuts—can be simply irksome or even life threatening. Very few, though, have a mysterious allergy to vibrations, called vibratory urticarial. Running, jackhammers, lawn mowers, even bumpy bus rides can cause a person to break out in hives, develop a rash or a headache, or feel fatigued. While the … [Link]
Mashable » The Lonely Island is making a Saturday night comedy sketch series for Fox
Soon, NBC's Saturday Night Live won't be the only late-night sketch comedy game in town anymore. Fox on Thursday officially ordered Party Over Here, a half-hour late-night sketch comedy series produced by comedy trio The Lonely Island (writers/performers Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone) and The League star Paul Scheer See also: Louis C.K. drops brand new series on his … [Link]
Mashable » What if movies ended as soon as someone said the title?
YouTube user Chris Huebs created a compilation showing what would happen if some of our favorite movies ended once the film's title was said on screen Turns out some of our favorite films would be incredibly short. Extra shout out to the music added to each of the credit rolls. Really gets us pumped to read all those names. IRL … [Link]
Slashdot » Marco Rubio Wants To Permanently Extend NSA Mass Surveillance
SonicSpike writes: Marco Rubio wants Congress to permanently extend the authorities governing several of the National Security Agency's controversial spying programs, including its mass surveillance of domestic phone records. The Florida Republican and 2016 presidential hopeful penned an op-ed on Tuesday condemning President Obama's counterterrorism policies and warning that the U.S. has not learned the "fundamental lessons of the terrorist … [Link]
Mashable » Cancer 'Moonshot' initiative raises questions about what it means to cure cancer
Alexis Devaney was unaware of the large tumor growing in her body until a friend of the family pointed out a peculiar lump in her back during a visit. A few scans and biopsies later, she was informed that she had thyroid cancer. She was 12-years-old at the time. “Not too long after, I had a total thyroidectomy,” said the … [Link]
Mashable » Visa takes on PayPal and other rivals with launch of developer platform
SAN FRANCISCO — Visa is looking to take on Silicon Valley payments companies like PayPal and is turning to developers to jumpstart its efforts. The company launched a far-reaching developer platform Thursday that will allow developers and other companies to access the company's payments tools. The move marks the first time Visa has made its payments processing tech widely available to … [Link]
Mashable » McDonalds to give books instead of toys in Happy Meals
McDonalds is trying to shed its 'greasy fast food' reputation and come clean. For decades, parents everywhere paid inflated prices for their children's tiny happy meals — and mostly because the kids wanted a disposable toy. But on Tuesday, McDonalds came out with surprising news: for the next two weeks, all happy meals will be served with books. See also: More … [Link]
Mashable » One woman's struggle to hide her faith exposes Islamophobia in America
In our first episode of Muslim & American, Aisha Rawji, an advertising professional in Manhattan, opens up about her journey to standing up against Islamophobia in America. Her story is awfully telling as hate crimes against Muslims have increased since the recent Paris attacks.What's coming in the series: http://on.mash.to/1QfIGOsSecond episode: Coming soon Read more…More about United States, Documentary, America, Women, and … [Link]
Mashable » Spurs star Manu Ginobili will be out at least a month after testicular injury
Living the worst nightmare of not just professional athletes but men everywhere, NBA star Manu Ginobili will miss at least four weeks for the San Antonio Spurs after undergoing surgery for a testicular injury Ginobili had the surgery performed after colliding with Ryan Anderson of the New Orleans Pelicans during a game Wednesday night See also: My high school teammate, Kobe … [Link]
Popular Science » No, The FAA Isn’t Going To Shoot Down Super Bowl Drones
Screenshot by author, from YouTube No Drone Zone Ad It is a bad idea to fly a drone near the Super Bowl on Super Bowl Sunday. The FAA, responsible for regulating the safe shared use of America’s skies, recently put out a Notice to Airmen restricting all flights within a 37-mile radius of Levi’s Stadium during the game this weekend. … [Link]
Mashable » Rihanna admits she has no idea what 'hooking up' means
Much like the rest of us, Rihanna is very unclear on the definition of "hooking up." Luckily, she had George Clooney and Ellen DeGeneres to help her decode the meaning, and it involves something with slapping kittens and licking envelopes. Of course The singer's confusion was revealed during a round of "Never Have I Ever" on Ellen's Thursday show, which also … [Link]
Mashable » Google is now showing anti-ISIS ads to potential extremists
Google wants to put its powerful targeted advertising system to use in the fight against terrorism. Soon, those searching for terms related to Islamic extremism will be hit with anti-radicalization propaganda ads aimed at dissuading potential Islamic State (ISIS) recruits. The nonprofits that create these ads will be able to run them at no cost, thanks to Google's grant program. … [Link]
Mashable » Why so many straight women like to befriend gay men
For years, friendships between straight women and gay men have been a subject of pop culture fascination. Books, telev~ shows and feature length films have all highlighted this unique relationship, noted for its closeness and depth. But with society’s attitudes toward gays and lesbians changing, it’s become all the more important to build a holistic understanding of the relationships between gay and straight people. As a researcher in … [Link]
Mashable » Grandmother has the most adorable reaction to baby announcement
With one baby already in the picture, the last thing these grandparents were expecting was to hear that they would soon have yet another grandchild to love They were clearly caught off guard, especially the grandmother What if movies ended as soon as someone said the title? Disney medley sung in a cappella is here to make you tear up … [Link]
Slashdot » CoreOS Launches Rkt 1.0
darthcamaro writes: Docker is about to get some real competition in the container runtime space, thanks to the lofficial aunch of rkt 1.0. CoreOS started building rkt in 2014 and after more than a year of security, performance and feature improvement are now ready to declare it 'production-ready.' While rkt is a docker runtime rival, docker apps will run in … [Link]
Mashable » Jerry Rice goes undercover as Lyft driver in San Francisco and nobody notices
NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice took on a new job when he drove a Lyft car all around San Francisco for a day. Plenty of his riders were 49ers fans (Rice's former team) but none managed to recognize him until he revealed his identity as a grid iron idol at the very end Bravo, Jerry Rice. Excellent … [Link]
Mashable » Topher Grace tries to log into IMDB, rips hole in time-space continuum
The process of logging into your IMDB account is pretty standard. First, you provide your email address or ID; second, you type the name of a randomly generated movie or actor to prove you're not a robot. For Topher Grace on Thursday, that randomly generated actor just so happened to be…him. See also: 10 terrible IMDb plot summaries of classic Hollywood … [Link]
Mashable » Disney medley sung in a cappella is here to make you tear up at your desk
Jeremy Michael Lewis and Pentatonix's Kirstin Maldonado — accompanied by Voctave's angelic backup vocals — teamed up to make your heart sing and your eyes cry as swift as the coursing river. They sing, in order: "I See the Light" from Tangled, "You'll Be In My Heart" from Tarzan, and "Go the Distance" from Hercules. May all your dreams come … [Link]
Mashable » Watch Martin Shkreli troll Congress by finally shutting up
Martin Shkreli, everyone's favorite pharmaceutical bro with a deafening online presence, made a tense appearance on Capitol Hill during which he silently smirked and yawned as members of the House of Representatives castigated him, only to plead the fifth to nearly all of their questions.Read more about his appearance: http://on.mash.to/1NSMQKc Read more…More about Us World, Politics, Us, Congressional Hearings, and Standalone … [Link]
Mashable » Dan Stevens and Aubrey Plaza to headline Marvel's 'Legion' on FX
The Marvel universe continues to expand with Legion, an X-Men-based television series currently filming for FXDownton Abbey's Dan Stevens, Parks and Recreation's Aubrey Plaza and Fargo's Jean Smart just joined Rachel Keller in the cast. See also: See McKinnon's style and Hemsworth's specs in new 'Ghostbusters' photos Stevens plays David, a diagnosed schizophrenic whose life changes when he meets a girl. … [Link]
Mashable » How to make a classic ratatouille
With Valentine's Day just a heart-beat away, it is fitting that in this week's episode of Cooking With One Hand, creator and host David Vos is teaching us how to make three French bistro classics: Ratatouille, potatoes au gratin and steak au poivre. Read more…More about Recipes, Cooking, Recipe, Lifestyle, and Home [Link]
Slashdot » All 12 Member Countries Sign Off On the TPP
Dangerous_Minds writes: News is surfacing that the TPP has officially been signed by all 12 member countries. This marks the beginning of the final step towards ratification. Freezenet has a quick rundown of what copyright provisions are contained in the agreement, including traffic shaping, site blocking, enforcement of copyright when infringement is "imminent," and a government mandate for ISPs to … [Link]
Mashable » Officials warned of possible Legionnaires' link to Flint water months before it was reported
High-ranking officials in Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder's administration were aware of a surge in Legionnaires' disease potentially linked to Flint's water long before the governor reported the increase to the public last month, internal emails show. When he disclosed the spike in Legionnaires' cases on Jan. 13, Snyder said he had learned about it just a couple of days earlier. But … [Link]
Popular Science » Logitech's G810 Keyboard Is The Gaming Keyboard You'll Want To Bring To Work
In the past few years, keyboard makers have used sharp, angular designs that match the fantastical aesthetic seen in modern gaming to pitch their gaming keyboards at “stereotypical gamers.” Now, Logitech is trying something a little different. Their new keyboard, the G810 Orion Spectrum, is a mechanical keyboard for the professional who also games. Or the gamer who's also a … [Link]
Mashable » NFL players doing their daughters' hair is today's dose of adorable
With this weekend's Super Bowl Sunday quickly approaching, the dads of the NFL are stepping up their game. The hair experts at Pantene rallied a few sweet NFL dads to tackle some new hairstyles on their own daughters. The recruits? Pittsburgh Steelers' DeAngelo Williams, New Orleans' Saints Benjamin Watson and Dallas Cowboys' Jason Witten All are all-stars on running the … [Link]
Mashable » 24 iconic children's books you should still read, even if you're a grown up
For most of us, there's at least one book we read as children that became ingrained in the make-up of our adult lives. You're probably picturing yours right now — the book that epitomized the innocence and simplicity of the younger you, the book that did something to help you understand the mystifying world around you From Alice's Adventures in Wonderland … [Link]
Mashable » Kid dubbing ridiculous Marshawn Lynch moments will make your Super Bowl weekend
The Seahawks may not be in the Super Bowl this year, but some of this season's most hilarious moments were brought to you by Seattle running back Marshawn Lynch, a.k.a. Beast Mode, and they're even funnier when he's dubbed by an 8-year-old girl. Stay tuned for more Kids Lip Dub on The Watercooler and subscribe. Jerry Rice goes undercover as … [Link]
Mashable » Kim Kardashian has every sexting emoji you could possibly need
Kim Kardashian is providing a public service for anyone who has ever wanted to send a candy heart that says "f*ck boy" or "I've had better." Just in time for Valentine's Day, the latest KIMOJI app update is sent from the sexting gods, whether you're ready to pop your cherry or heat things up with a little BDSM. And if … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » More Hilariously Painful Parkour Fails
One thing we geeks love thinking we can do is parkour. We imagine we can flip off walls and jump from rooftop to rooftop. That is until we try it and realize we are not X-Men. Here are some parkour fails that will make you feel better about sitting in front of that console for 16 hours at a time. … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » USB Cable Devotee Finds Worst. Cable. Ever.
A Google engineer with something of an obsession with USB Type-C cables has finally paid the price. Benson Leung seriously damaged his laptop during his latest review. Leung had become something of a cult hero for his online reviews of the cables. While most consumer reviews of a USB cable or adaptor are inherently limited to whether or not it … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Uprising – A Post-Apocalyptic Robot Comedy
Director and promo-commercial writerBen Hansford has been madly in love with robots all his life, and is looking to produce a short comedy film about robots in a post robocalyptic world who decide to raise a human baby. His project is currently on Kickstarter and has already reached a little less than half of the total budget of $36,800 after … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Top 10 Closing Shots of All Time [Video]
The final moments of a movie can make things feel complete, leave you wanting more, and bring out deep emotions. Here are Cinefix’s Top 10 Closing Shots in History! [CineFix] The post Top 10 Closing Shots of All Time [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Skyrim: How To Get 100% Damage Resistant Armor [Comic]
Well, the kids ARE invincible in Skyrim. This makes way more sense than it should. Wish I could see a follow-up comic to just how bloody this all played out. [Source: jonx0r-draws on DeviantArt] The post Skyrim: How To Get 100% Damage Resistant Armor [Comic] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » BRILLIANT: Archer Season 7 Trailer Side by Side with Magnum PI Intro [Video]
The new season starts Tuesday, March 31st, on FX! 🙂 [Todd Roy] The post BRILLIANT: Archer Season 7 Trailer Side by Side with Magnum PI Intro [Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Slashdot » Google Targets Fake "Download" and "Play" Buttons
AmiMoJo writes: Google says it will go to war against the fake 'download' and 'play' buttons that attempt to deceive users on file-sharing and other popular sites. According to a new announcement from the company titled 'No More Deceptive Download Buttons', Google says it will expand its eight-year-old Safe Browsing initiative to target some of the problems highlighted above. 'You … [Link]
Mashable » BroadbandTV takes over as No. 1 online video network worldwide
LOS ANGELES — Move over, Maker Studios. According to a new report from ComScore, BroadbandTV (BBTV) is now the largest multi-platform network worldwide, outpacing Maker, Fullscreen, Machinima Entertainment and Collective Digital Studio (now rebranded as Studio71). 
Image: BBTVThe Vancouver-based media and technology company is owned by RTL Group. It operates several major brands including: TGN, a gaming network on YouTube; Opposition, … [Link]
Mashable » This is not a photograph of Emma Watson
Artist and student Nehaal Gonsalves is passionate about two things: hyper-realistic paintings and celebrities. And like much of his work, his most recent portrait of Emma Watson certainly combines both. He posted a video of his process on Facebook. Whether you're an art aficionado who wants to take notes, a die-hard Watson fan or simply someone who enjoys watching colored … [Link]
Popular Science » Pluto's Heart Probably Has Floating Mounds of Water Ice
NASA/JHUAPL/SwRI Water ice mounds drift in Pluto's Sputnik Planum Pluto is pretty much covered in water ice. We've known that for a while now. In fact, the very first image that NASA's new New Horizons spacecraft sent back during its close flyby of the dwarf planet last summer showed huge mountains suspected to be composed of water ice. Now scientists … [Link]
Mashable » 'Muslim & American': What it’s like to be feared in your own country
This is the trailer for our new mini documentary series Muslim & American. In the next four episodes, Mashable video producer Quincy Ledbetter interviews Muslim Americans to get an insight on what it is like to live in an increasing Islamophobic atmosphere.First episode: coming soon Read more…More about United States, Documentary, America, Fear, and Donald Trump [Link]
Mashable » Your freshman 15 might not have been entirely your fault, according to new case study
If you fell victim to the freshman 15, it might not have entirely been due to midnight pizza runs and the discovery of beer A case study published in Preventing Chronic Disease reveals that, according to the Nutrition Environment Measurements Survey, only 36 of 314 entrées and 11 of 31 main dish salads served on campus at California Polytechnic State University … [Link]
Mashable » Faithful dog patiently waits for its elderly owner during a walk
Despite having a little trouble walking in his old age, this elderly man is still committed to walking his dog. But don't worry — this faithful pup has no problem waiting for its buddy. Jerry Rice goes undercover as Lyft driver in San Francisco and nobody notices Disney medley sung in a cappella is here to make you tear up … [Link]
Popular Science » Watch NASA’s Greased Lightning Drone Fly In 360 Degrees
NASA Langley/David C. Bowman NASA's GL-10 Greased Lightning Vertical Takeoff Test Drone NASA’s Greased Lightning is an all-electric transforming drone from the aviation side of the venerable space agency. With lots of little motors and tilt-wings, it can take off and land vertically like a helicopter, then shift them to fly level through the air like a plane. We’ve raved … [Link]
Popular Science » Antiperspirants, Deodorants Change Your Armpit Microbiome
தகவலுழவன் via Wikimedia Commons Armpit You have lots of bacteria that live on your skin, but some love the damp, dark nook that is your armpit. It’s hard to keep friends around when you reek, so most of us wear antiperspirant or deodorant to suppress that offensive natural musk. But those personal care products are changing the populations of bacteria … [Link]
Mashable » Fakin' it: How to survive Super Bowl 50 if you know nothing about football
Do you sound like McLovin talking about beer when you talk about football? If so, Sunday presents a big challenge. All of American life will pause for a single game — making it easy to feel out of place if you don't speak fluent NFL-ese or communicate primarily through grunts, yells, statistical recitations and high-fives. But fear not — we're here … [Link]
Mashable » The 12 weirdest bets you can make on Super Bowl 50
Super Bowl 50 is just around the corner, which means it's time to analyze the best and weirdest prop bet options. As is the case every year, viewers will have the opportunity to wager on every aspect of the Super Bowl 50 broadcast, from the national anthem to the winning coach's Gatorade bath See also: Super Bowl 50 preview: Stars, storylines … [Link]
Slashdot » Facebook Celebrates Turning 12 Today
12 years ago today, Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook, and since then the site has grown at a nearly unbelievable pace. Now, with about 1.6 billion monthly active users, Facebook makes an average of $3.73 in revenue per user worldwide. And as the company continues to grow, engagement is only getting higher. According to an analysis by CNBC, users spend an … [Link]
Mashable » DIY eyebrow waxing goes very, very wrong
You never realize how important eyebrows are until you lose them. Perhaps especially if you don't lose all of them This tragedy in 30 seconds was posted by America's Funniest Home Videos, and tells the tale of an amateur eyebrow waxing gone awry. Disney medley sung in a cappella is here to make you tear up at your desk Kid … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Zika virus outbreak: What you need to know
From how it is transmitted to attempts to control its spread, we answer the big questions about Zika virus
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Mashable » Baby goats are wearing sweaters to support the Denver Broncos
It turns out that baby goats root for broncos. Farmer Rebecca Herberg resides in Montrose, Colorado with 150 kids. And by kids, we mean baby goats. See also: Tiny goat jumps on top of her sheep friend, is sort of a jerk about it The goat mama spoke to CBS Denver about her kids and told a reporter all about their … [Link]
Mashable » British fashion label will require models to eat during shoots
LONDON — British brand Rose & Willard has announced it will demand models sign a contract agreeing to eat in front of staff during shoots after a model was sent home from a shoot when she "became delirious" and began "talking gibberish" after refusing to eat during a shoot "We have decided that we will include a non-negotiable contractual clause with … [Link]
Mashable » Justin.tv is making a comeback on Snapchat
Justin.tv is back — kind of. Justin Kan, founder of the live streaming site Justin.tv that shuttered in 2014, announced on social media Wednesday that he is resurrecting his original "lifecasting" channel on his personal Snapchat account. Kan founded Justin.tv in 2007 with funding help from Y Combinator. Using just a web cam and laptop, Kan broadcast his life on the … [Link]
Popular Science » German Experiment Takes Tentative Steps Towards A Fusion Reactor
IPP First Hydrogen Plasma The first hydrogen plasma created by the Wendelstein 7-X. Yesterday, one of the grandest experimental fusion reactors in the world flared to life, converting hydrogen into a plasma for less than a second. The honor of pressing the button went to a PhD in Quantum Chemistry (who also happens to be the Chancellor of Germany), Angela … [Link]
Mashable » The 5 most absurd moments of pharma bro Martin Shkreli's useless Congressional testimony
Martin Shkreli shocked the business world on Thursday by apologizing to the U.S. Congress for hiking the price of a crucial AIDS drug and trolling law enforcement, promising to turn over a new leaf. Just kidding. Shkreli, everyone's favorite pharmaceutical bro and deafening online presence, made a tense appearance on Capitol Hill during which he silently smirked and yawned as … [Link]
Mashable » Matcha flavored chocolate-covered potato chips are a thing in Japan now
Japan now has something salty, something sweet and something to give you a little zen See also: Sake-flavored Kit Kats just hit Japan Calbee’s Zeitaku Matcha (“Luxurious Matcha”) potato chips have hit shelves in Japan Matcha is finely-powdered Japanese green tea. We're not sure how well it would work with potatoes, but we're interested. The chips appear to be of a … [Link]
Mashable » Ripley the cuddling toucan wants to be your friend
This is the one moment in your life that you'll come back to. It's the moment when you realized you want — nay, need — a pet toucan. Ripley is an adorable toucan belonging to Brock and Lena Miculek Afentul of Louisiana See also: You can stand under this scooter-riding dog's umbrella 
Image: Brock AfentulThe couple decided they wanted to … [Link]
Mashable » Cop responds to a call at an animal shelter, leaves with a puppy
A routine call for one Florida police officer turned into an adorable life-changing moment. Officer Marcus Montgomery from the Fort Walton Beach Police Department responded to a call regarding a former employee at the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) on Jan. 26, ABC News reports. But as the official police business was finishing up, Montgomery locked eyes with a very adorable … [Link]
Slashdot » Interviews: Ask 'Ubuntu Unleashed' Author Matthew Helmke
Matthew Helmke (personal blog) is the author of the newly published 11th edition of Ubuntu Unleashed (published by Pearson); this updated edition of the book will cover the OS through Ubuntu's 15.10 and (forthcoming) 16.04 releases. Helmke is also a former Ubuntu Forum administrator, a musician, an entrepreneur, and a long-time Slashdot reader who now leads a "nice quiet life … [Link]
Mashable » The new Abby Wambach Barbie doll is a big score for us all
Soccer star Abby Wambach may have retired from the game, but she'll soon be in households across the country The world's leading goal scorer has been transformed into a Barbie doll by Mattel. And not just any plastic figurine, but one that features a version of the U.S. women's national soccer team uniform, 22 points of articulation and a hairstyle that … [Link]
Mashable » Tons of massive lanterns transform London garden into magical wonderland
The first-ever Magical Lantern Festival in London celebrates Chinese New Year – which occurs on February 8 – all month long. Chiswick House Gardens are filled with 50 installations that are made up of many colorful lanterns, composed into dragons, temples, and other majestical forms. The lanterns were constructed in China before moving to the UK and some took as many … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump (and definitely not Jimmy Fallon) defend his No. 2 spot
Well this proves it: Donald Trump is a huge number two Trump — we swear that isn't Jimmy Fallon — held a press conference to address being second in the Iowa Caucus and his new theory that first is the worst, second is the best and third is the one with the hairy chest Sorry, Marco Rubio? Kid dubbing ridiculous … [Link]
Mashable » Elton John pops into London train station, plays piano, leaves
LONDON — It's not every day you get to see Elton John casually tickling the ivories in a random London train station. See also: This is what happens when you try to take a stealthy picture of Elton John Anyone who happened to be passing through St Pancras on Thursday afternoon, though, was greeted by exactly that strange sight. Plenty of … [Link]
Mashable » Watching the 'Grease: Live' control room is almost better than the real show
As electrifying as Grease: Live was, it turns out the show was rama lama lama ka dinga da dinga dong behind the scenes. (Translation: even more exciting.) Carrie Havel, the associate director for Fox's live telecast, shared a video from the control room showing how she and her team made lighting-fast calls in order to keep the cameras and cuts up … [Link]
Mashable » 'We started in the back of a hair salon': 4 startup stories about the move to a 'real' office space
Moving house is headache enough, but when a move involves an entire office and a cohort of staff, it can be overwhelming to say the least Not only do companies need to handle all the logistics of the move — finding a space to lease, setting up IT, developing a floor plan that fits company culture, labeling boxes — but they … [Link]
Mashable » Reporter loses it over reported 'emergency defecation situation'
"Emergency defecation situation," were the words that brought this woman to tears "Today could be the day I lose my job," New Zealand reporter Hilary Barry said through tears of laughter over the unfortunate choice of words. Barry was so consumed in laughter that she could barely make it through her next report about a bomb explosion on an airplane. … [Link]
Mashable » Universal Hollywood ticket prices shapeshift ahead of Harry Potter opening
Universal Studios Hollywood's prices are now an animagus. The park announced this week that price of admission will change based on daily demand, effective immediately. SEE ALSO: Spend Valentine's Day 2016 having a magical meal in Hogwarts' Great Hall Admission to Universal Studios Hollywood will still be $95 when purchased at the gate, but customers who purchase tickets in advance … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Revenant' gets a 'Tony Hawk Pro Skater' makeover, just because
Featuring such varied maps as "Cold River," "Cold Tundra," "Cold Woods" and "Cold Mountain," Leo DiCaprio's Pro Revenant lets you string together dizzying combos as your favorite dead-son-avenging fur trapper. Editor Dominick Nero is to thank for this unlikely marriage — we can only hope playing through Bear Fight mode went a little bit smoother. Channing Tatum whispers sweet nothings … [Link]
Popular Science » Roomba Maker iRobot Spins Off Its Defense Business
courtesy iRobot Soldier with PackBot That funny little robot vacuum in your house has a sibling in the Army. With a business built around friendly robots for the home and also powerful robots for the battlefield, it’s easy to see why iRobot, the maker of the Roomba, would want to refocus their company onto just one half of that equation. … [Link]
Mashable » World leaders pledge $10 billion for Syrian aid in 1 day, setting a new record
A donor conference in London, which aimed to get world leaders to dig into their pockets and pledge financial support for Syria, raised $10 billion on Thursday, according to British Prime Minister David Cameron This is the most that has ever been pledged in one day for a humanitarian crisis. "We are facing a critical shortfall in life-saving aid that is … [Link]
Mashable » Find out how you're connected to every single person on Facebook
In honor of its 12th birthday, Facebook has calculated the degrees of separation between you and every other person on the website With a total of 1.59 billion users on the site, it's mind blowing just how linked we are to one another — in most cases, you'll be connected with others, even CEO Mark Zuckerberg himself, in far less steps … [Link]
Mashable » Police release very professional sketch of robbery suspect
Police in Beecher, Illinois, are so desperate to find four robbers that they have released this very professional artist sketch of one suspect, hoping someone will come forward with a lead. The robbery occurred on Jan. 18, at Doc's Drugs at approximately 6:55 p.m., just five minutes before the store closedAs posted on their Facebook page, the Beecher Police Department says … [Link]
Popular Science » Facebook Turns 12 Years Old Today, What's Next?
Wikipedia Thefacebook Facebook's original homepage The world’s most popular social network turns 12 today. To celebrate, Facebook has declared today “Friends Day,” and released a few new tools it says are designed to help “further encourage our community to rally around their friends today.” They're basically just simple diversions, but they really show the size and scale of how big … [Link]
Slashdot » Harnessing Artificial Intelligence To Build an Army of Virtual Analysts
An anonymous reader writes: PatternEx, a startup that gathered a team of AI researcher from MIT CSAIL as well as security and distributed systems experts, is poised to shake up things in the user and entity behavior analytics market. Their goal was to make a system capable of mimicking the knowledge and intuition of human security analysts so that attacks … [Link]
Mashable » Here's the Fine Brothers 'React World' scandal in a nutshell
Popular YouTubers the Fine Brothers are embroiled in a complex scandal involving copyright, licensing and "reaction" videos, but what is the actual issue at the root of the online outcry against their "React World" program?Read about how the Fine Bros. have handled the backlash: http://on.mash.to/23LldOZ Read more…More about Reddit, Video, Youtube, Online Video, and Entertainment
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Mashable » Serial's Adnan Syed returns to court to challenge his life sentence
Adnan Syed, who rose to fame when his trial and conviction for the murder of a teenage girl in 1999 was spotlighted in the first season of the hit Serial podcast, is back in court this week seeking a new trial. Syed was convicted of the murder of his ex-girlfriend Hae Min Lee in 2000, and sentenced to life behind bars. … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Tiny doses of opioid could be first fast anti-suicide drug
The opioid buprenorphine reduces people's thoughts of taking their own life after just a week, so it could fill the gap until slow-acting treatments kick in
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Mashable » Kanye West talks Wiz Khalifa, Drake's pool and possibly renaming 'Waves'
Kanye West sat down to clear up some rumors Thursday — and in typical Yeezy fashion, he left us with more questions than answers. West went on L.A. deejay Big Boy's radio show this morning for a sprawling conversation that covered Robert Kardashian, heaven, his extended Twitter family and the number of pools he calls his own. Kanye scholars may recall … [Link]
Mashable » Fame-hungry bird spectacularly photobombs live stream of a train station
LONDON — It's been a strong week for animal photobombs. See also: Majestic Clydesdale horse masterfully photobombs little girl A few days ago, a grinning horse helped a man win a £2000 competition by photobombing the hell out of his selfie, and now birds are in on the action, too A live stream is still set up at the Abergynolwyn Train … [Link]
Mashable » 'Pride and Prejudice and Zombies': Jane Austen horror you didn't know you needed
Beware if you're the jumpy type — you'll be clutching to your seat for the majority of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. Directed by Burr Steers and based on the bestselling Seth Grahame-Smith novel that reimagines Jane Austen's prim English landscape as a zombie-infested hellscape, Pride delivers campy, gruesome scares by the generous handful, working overtime to balance the delicate romance … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Mystery invaders conquered Europe at the end of last ice age
Ancient DNA suggests that 14,500 years ago populations that had thrived in Europe’s heartlands were replaced by mysterious new arrivals
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Popular Science » A Cleaner Way To Get Rare Earth Elements Out Of Coal
Jeffrey Beall CC by SA 2.0 Lumps of Coal What do sleek laptops and smartphones have in common with a lump of coal? It's not two sides to what might be rattling around in your stocking next Christmas. Instead it's something much more basic: rare earth elements, also known as rare earth minerals or REE's. Rare earths are essential components … [Link]
Slashdot » Push To Hack: Reverse Engineering an IP Camera
New submitter tetraverse writes: For our most recent IoT adventure, we've examined an outdoor cloud security camera [the Motorola Focus 73] which like many devices of its generation a) has an associated mobile app b) is quick to setup and c) presents new security threats to your network. From the article: This blog describes in detail how we were able … [Link]
Mashable » The renewable energy revolution is already upon us, report shows
On the campaign trail, many candidates tend to portray the clean energy revolution as a pie-in-the-sky idea, with new investments needed in oil and gas drilling while we wait for a technological fix to solve our energy and global warming challenges. Former Florida governor Jeb Bush, for example, has said that the next clean technology breakthrough and solution to global … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Nowhere to hide – invisibility cloaks fail near light speed
Researchers crossing Albert Einstein's theory of relativity with the theory of invisibility cloaks have discovered such devices won't work at high speeds
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Slashdot » Canonical Reveals the BQ Aquaris M10 Ubuntu Tablet
LichtSpektren writes: Several tech sites have now broke the news that Canonical has revealed their BQ Aquaris M10 Ubuntu Tablet. Joey-Elijah Sneddon builds the hype: "A stunning 10.1-inch IPS touch display powered a full HD 1920×1200 pixel resolution at 240 ppi. Inside is a 64-bit MediaTek MT8163A 1.5GHz quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal memory. A micro … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » WANT: The ‘Doctor Who’ Coloring Book for Adults is Here!
First, there was the Harry Potter coloring book for adult, and now, a Doctor Who version is coming out! Planets, galaxies, villains, heroes, the Doctor, the TARDIS and the time vortex–all intricately illustrated in this adult coloring book packed with original Doctor Who art. With 96 stunning pages to color, plus all the best quotes from the beloved TV show, … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » You Must Be Very Popular! [Comic]
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Mashable » World's largest trophy hunting club is auctioning 300 hunts
The world's largest trophy hunting organization, Safari Club International, is hosting its annual convention in Las Vegas this week, where more than 20,000 big game hunters are expected to bid on the chance to kill an animal. It's dubbed "The Ultimate Hunter's Market," and this year, the club is auctioning off 300 separate hunts taking place in 32 countries across Africa, … [Link]
Popular Science » Check Out These Gorgeous New Pictures From China's Moon Mission
China's Chang'e 3 lander and Yutu rover landed on the moon in December 2013. It was the first time a manmade craft touched down on the lunar surface in nearly 40 years, making China the third country to do so. Since then, the status of the mission–and the conditions of the spacecraft–have remained somewhat mysterious to American scientists, but gradually … [Link]
Mashable » 8-year-old writes cute apology to Nintendo after accidentally breaking 3DS
Accidents happen — even to the most responsible kids. Eight-year-old Waka, who lives in Japan, accidentally didn't close his water bottle completely when he put it into his bag, and the bottle then leaked all over his precious Nintendo 3DS. See also: 15 Notes That Prove Kids Write the Darndest Things Crushed by the incident, Waka wrote a sweet note to … [Link]
Mashable » Viacom replaces 'living ghost' Sumner Redstone with his daughter's rival
Sumner Redstone has been replaced as chairman of Viacom, a move that comes less than a day after a similar reshuffle at CBS heralded the beginning of the end Redstone's reign as one of the most powerful men in media. Philippe Dauman, CEO of Viacom, has been named as Redstone's replacement By taking the chairman role, Dauman emerges victorious from … [Link]
Mashable » GoPro now sells just 3 different cameras
GoPro announced it is discontinuing its older series of cameras alongside a pretty negative financial report for 2015The report describes an unexpected $57 million hit to the company’s revenues due to an excess of camera inventory and obsolete technology. The new GoPro lineup starting in April will only include three cameras: the Hero4 Black, Hero4 Silver and Hero4 Session. Everything else … [Link]
Popular Science » Amazon Echo And Spotify Join Forces, Finally
Amazon Amazon Echo, meet Spotify The Kindle company will add Spotify support to its virtual assistant Alexa. Amazon Echo owners, rejoice. The Amazon Echo is the online retailer's play at a digital, voice-only assistant, which comes in the form of a cylindrical speaker tower that listens for your voice. Debuting in November 2014, Amazon has steadily added features to the … [Link]
Popular Science » Here Are All The Known Cases Of Zika Virus In The World
Since the first case was diagnosed in April 2015 in Brazil, the Zika virus has spread throughout the Americas. While mosquito-borne virus has fairly mild, flu-like symptoms, it’s also thought to cause microcephaly, a birth defect in which babies are born with heads that are smaller than normal. Because mosquito bites are so hard to prevent and there’s currently no … [Link]
Mashable » Russians are melting down their gold and silver to make Leonardo DiCaprio an Oscar
Leonardo DiCaprio may get his Oscar yet…from fans in Siberia A group of Russians in far northeastern Yakutia is gathering gold and silver that will be melted down and made into an Oscar statuette for the American film star — because they feel bad that he hasn't won the award yet. See also: Attention: Another Leonardo DiCaprio doppelgänger exists The woman … [Link]
Slashdot » To Respond To a Disease Outbreak, Bring In the Portable Genome Sequencers
the_newsbeagle writes: Epidemiologists working on Zika virus could benefit from portable genome sequencers, like these used during the Ebola outbreak. In spring 2015, researchers conducted the first experiment in real-time genetic surveillance during an infectious disease epidemic. The researchers packed all their equipment in a couple of suitcases and set up a mobile lab in Guinea, where they used palm-sized … [Link]
Popular Science » Luxembourg Wants To Become Earth's Hub For Asteroid Mining
Deep Space Industries Concept art Robotic asteroid mining might look like this. If the next Gold Rush is in space, Luxembourg wants to become the new California. The wealthy little country in Western Europe announced yesterday that it intends to set up legal and financial incentives to encourage the space mining industry. It's hoping to become a hub for space … [Link]
Mashable » 'Puppy Conan V' is here to get you psyched for the 'Puppy Bowl'
Conan O’Brien is once again celebrating everyone's love for puppies with "Puppy Conan V." To get you psyched for the Puppy Bowl, Puppy Conan and Puppy Andy have returned to Conan in spiffy ties and lifelike hairdos to host special canine guests, Puppy Larry King and Puppy Sia — both of whom bear a striking resemblance to the celebrities. They … [Link]
Mashable » AMC-backed horror streaming service launches program for filmmakers
LOS ANGELES — Shudder, the AMC-backed horror streaming service, is hoping to make the industry a little less spooky for aspiring genre filmmakers. The service announced Wednesday that it's launching a weeklong "intimate and immersive workshop" called Shudder Labs The goal is to help support the next generation of horror storytellers with guidance from established creators. Ten participants will be selected … [Link]
Mashable » How to transform a classic New Orleans cocktail into a shot
Rye never tasted so good.Full Sazerac shot recipe: http://on.mash.to/1PkUDCM Read more…More about Recipe, Cocktails, How To, Lifestyle, and Home [Link]
Mashable » Miley Cyrus should absolutely be giving advice, so she's joining 'The Voice'
Things Miley Cyrus is doing in 2016: canoodling with Liam Hemsworth, wishing to be dressed like an adult baby in the rare moments she is not dressed like an adult baby and acting as a key adviser on The Voice So, you know, just being Miley. Cyrus will offer her indispensable mentorship skills to the teams picked by Adam Levine, Blake … [Link]
Mashable » That time Boy George kicked down a door on 'The A-Team'
Mr. T and Boy George hang around offscreen.Image: NBC/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty ImagesSeason 4, Episode 16 of The A-Team was a very special installment. In addition to the regular Vietnam vets-turned-vigilantes-for-hire Hannibal (George Peppard), Murdock (Dwight Schultz), Face (Dirk Benedict), and B.A. Baracus (Mr. T), the episode featured Boy George as Boy GeorgeThe convoluted, misunderstanding-laden plot involves a honky-tonk called the “Floor … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Robot chameleon changes colour to blend into its surroundings
A rapid colour-changing display has let researchers mimic a chameleon, and could one day be used for adaptive camouflage
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Mashable » A Vermont tattoo shop is offering free Bernie Sanders ink
Ink lovers in Vermont are really feeling the Bern. Vermont Tattoo Shop Aartistic Inc. has decided to offer a free Bernie Sanders tattoo to any and all of their visitors See also: This motorcycle-riding French bulldog is guaranteed to make you smile “We wanted to support him someway and with the caucus coming up there was a rumor that there’s a … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Supercell Launches Clash of Clans Developer API in Beta
Supercell, Clash of Clans developer, has released a new Clash of Clans Developer API in beta. Aimed at intense gamers, Web developers, Clans, and Clan Wars; the new API should trigger new websites, apps, and additional services dedicated to Clash of Clans enthusiasts.
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Slashdot » Survey: Average Successful Hack Nets Less Than $15,000
itwbennett writes: According to a Ponemon Institute survey, hackers make less than $15,000 per successful attack and net, on average, less than $29,000 a year. The average attacker conducts eight attacks per year, of which less than half are successful. Among the findings that will be of particular interest to defenders: Hackers prefer easy targets and will call off an … [Link]
Mashable » 'Doom' will send a whole new generation to Hell in May
The demon armies of Doom will march once more when id Software's first new chapter in more than a decade arrives on May 13. Coming to PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, Doom looks to maintain the same fast-paced first-person shooter action the series has always been known for. It's got some new tricks in the form of snazzier graphics, a deeper … [Link]
Mashable » Cooking With One Hand: 3 classic French bistro recipes
Video: David Vos It's really no coincidence that Paris is both one of the world's most highly regarded food cities and the city of love: After all, the way to the heart is through the stomach. With that said and Valentine's Day just a heart-beat away, it is fitting that in this week's episode of Cooking With One Hand, creator … [Link]
Mashable » Dov Charney's new clothing company sounds just like American Apparel
Dov Charney, controversial ex-CEO of American Apparel, is venturing back into the fashion industry. And it seems he's sticking to what he knows best. Charney is reportedly collaborating with Chad Hagan, of operation management firm Hagan Capital, on a new clothing brand. The new business will focus on providing basic American-made clothing to men and women. Sound familiar? That's because American Apparel already … [Link]
Mashable » Twitter is testing a button that serves up ready-made GIFs for users
Twitter users may soon see more GIFs in their newsfeed, thanks to a dedicated button the company is quietly testing. It appears the social network is currently working on a GIF button that would allow users to select from a pool of ready-made animated images, so it could be easily added to a tweet to help convey their current mood. See … [Link]
Mashable » 'Serial' is now recapping Adnan Syed's court case
Get ready for even more old-school Serial The true crime podcast will now be recapping the new court proceedings of Adnan Syed, whose story was the focus of Serial's first season. Syed was was convicted of killing his high school girlfriend, Hae Min Lee, in 1999 and has been in prison ever since Now Syed's lawyer is working to get his … [Link]
Mashable » Helen Mirren: 'It's unfair to attack the Academy' over Oscar diversity controversy
Leave it to Helen Mirren to be classy about #OscarSoWhite. The Academy Award-winning actress sat down with Channel 4 News in the U.K. to talk about Trumbo, the Oscars and the race between Ted Cruz and He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named. See also: The Oscars add Quincy Jones, Kerry Washington, Priyanka Chopra to presenters list Mirren said that the Academy's system isn't necessarily flawed, … [Link]
Mashable » Male models giving their best Blue Steel is your 'Zoolander' fantasy come true
Mashable went backstage at the Nautica and Perry Ellis shows during the New York Fashion Week (NYFW) men's fall 2016 collection shows. This video of their best Blue Steel is a Zoolander fantasy come true. Read more…More about Fashion, Models, Ben Stiller, Fashion Week, and New York Fashion Week [Link]
Mashable » Channing Tatum whispers sweet nothings into ear of unsuspecting, blessed fan
Consider your Valentine's Day already ruined, because you weren't the lucky person chosen by Jimmy Kimmel to have Channing Tatum whisper into your ear and feed you candy hearts Instead, you'll have to settle for watching Magic Mike on repeat Feb. 14 
Watch Larry David on 'SNL' this weekend (or don't, whatever, it's fine) Otter makes the most of snow … [Link]
Mashable » John Boyega is back to work training for 'Star Wars' Episode VIII
Well hey there, FN-2187. Finn may have been mostly covered up by a Stormtrooper outfit and Poe Dameron's jacket in Star Wars: The Force Awakens — but John Boyega is still diligent about his fitness training. The actor tweeted a picture on Thursday with the simple caption "VIII" to show that he's already gearing up for the next Star Wars film. … [Link]
Mashable » Watch Larry David on 'SNL' this weekend (or don't, whatever, it's fine)
Larry David is hosting Saturday Night Live for the first time this weekend, but he doesn't really care if you tune in. "You don't have to watch it," he says amiably in this new set of promos, drawing the ire of scene partner Leslie Jones. She perks up when it's time to show off her own Curb Your Enthusiasm-style theme … [Link]
Slashdot » IRS Computer Problems Shut Down Tax Return E-file System
Mr.Intel writes: The IRS stopped accepting electronically filed tax returns Wednesday because of problems with some of its computer systems. The outage could affect refunds, but the agency said it doesn't anticipate "major disruptions." A "hardware failure" forced the shutdown of several tax processing systems, including the e-file system, the IRS said in a statement. The IRS.gov website remains available, … [Link]
Mashable » Ruffling Donald Trump's hair with a trumpet is oddly satisfying
We know what you're thinking: That haircut doesn't need any more messing up. But a new site, located at trumpdonald.org, is just too fun not to try The site is really, really simple: There's a Trump, there's a trumpet, and you can move the trumpet around and blow it at Trump. This has two effects; it does odd things to Trump's … [Link]
Mashable » Cheers to Mardis Gras with this silky Sazerac shot
Video: Lindsey Ferrier, Emily Rhyne Mardi Gras is Feb. 9 and this classic cocktail gets you in the mood The Sazerac (named for the original brandy with which it was made) was invented in New Orleans, but don't confuse it for one of the electric-blue sugar cocktails the kids barf up on Bourbon Street See also: 11 dogs struttin' their … [Link]
Mashable » When in doubt, pick the stout: 4 tips for healthier boozing on Super Bowl Sunday
Beer isn't exactly healthy, especially when it's slurped in excess. That's bad news for football enthusiasts, who will chug, on average, a gallon of beer on Super Bowl Sunday, at least according to some sources. Although it's doubtful that every viewer will suck down more than a six-pack, those who do will be taking in about 1,500 extra calories, not to … [Link]
Popular Science » Turn Your Smartphone Into A Solar Panel
Courtesy MIT See-Through Solar Panel Instead of searching for an outlet to keep your phone alive, what if all you needed was some sunshine? An MIT startup has created a transparent coating that transforms surfaces into solar panels. The Trick Typically solar panels soak up photons from the sun’s rays and convert them into electricity. The panels tend to be … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » AMAZING DEAL: 70% Off Lenovo ThinkPad 11E Ultraportable Quadcore Business Notebook with SSD and Win10 – $199.99 + FREE Shipping
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, Amazon offers the Lenovo ThinkPad 11E 11.6″ Ultraportable Business Notebook, featuring an Intel N2940 Quad-Core processor, a 128GB Solid State Drive, 4GB of DDR3 RAM, 802.11ac, Bluetooth and Windows 10 Pro for just $199.99 + FREE Shipping. That’s 70% Off on the notebook’s regular list price of $669. –Lenovo ThinkPad 11E 11.6″ … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 6 Common Misconceptions About Cancer [Science Video]
From the folks at SciShow: Today we take a look at six misconceptions about cancer that seem plausible, but just don’t hold up. [SciShow] The post 6 Common Misconceptions About Cancer [Science Video] appeared first on Geeks are Sexy Technology News. [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » This AMAZING 3D Cake Features Homer Simpson as a Stormtrooper [Pics + Video]
This amazing 3D cake featuring Homer Simpson as a Stormtrooper was made back in December 2015 by Kylie Mangles of Letterpress Bakery to celebrate the release of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” I’ve also included a short video by Capture the Moment Media showing how the cake was “built” at the bottom of this post. 
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Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Doctor Who TARDIS Cat Fort [Pics]
If you’re both a Whovian and a cat lover, here is a project that both you and your feline friend can enjoy: A TARDIS cat fort! It might not be bigger on the inside, but I’m sure your cat will prefer it that way. 
If you are interested in building one yourself, progress pictures are available on the Tardis Builders … [Link]
Mashable » Roomba maker iRobot sells defense robots business
iRobot is officially out of the military. The 26-year-old robotics company sold the defense portion of its business to Arlington Capital Partners for $46 million on Thursday. While the deal will take a few months to finalize, the newly private company will focus on defense, public safety and the industrial market. This means robots like the bomb-disposing PackBot and First Look, … [Link]
Mashable » Dogs on defense: What life is like for the canines of India's police
It’s twilight. The Esplanade bus terminal — from where state and private buses for all of West Bengal depart — is teeming with people. There are porters carrying loads, office-goers rushing to catch buses and ladies in starched sarees humming along to a backdrop of a typical cosmopolitan Indian cityGypsy, a well-trained 2-year-old German Shepherd police dog, is surrounded by this … [Link]
Slashdot » Congressional Testimony Says NASA Has No Plan For the Journey To Mars
MarkWhittington writes: Testimony at a hearing before the House Science Committee's Subcommittee on Space suggested that NASA's Journey to Mars lacks a plan to achieve the first human landing on the Red Planet, almost six years after President Obama announced the goal on April 15, 2010. Moreover, two of the three witnesses argued that a more realistic near term goal … [Link]
Mashable » Searching for the next K-pop superstar at JJCC's Sydney auditions
K-pop, the music genre originating in South Korea, has been growing rapidly in popularity around the world. K-pop bands are increasingly selling out shows in countries outside Asia — and K-pop idols JJCC arrived in Sydney Thursday to play their first two shows in the country on Friday and Saturday nights. JJCC, a band created by Chinese actor Jackie Chan and … [Link]
Mashable » Inside the glittering world of India's biggest auto show
The 13th edition of India's flagship auto show opened its doors in Greater Noida, on the outskirts of New Delhi on Feb. 3. Auto Expo 2016 is the biggest edition in the show's 30-year-long history See also: As Zika virus spreads, Tata gets ready for the India launch of its hatchback Zica With brands from over 20 countries showcasing automobiles, the … [Link]
Mashable » An avalanche of 'Friends' jokes welcomes Matt LeBlanc to 'Top Gear'
LONDON — People aren't sure what to think about Joey Tribbiani getting behind the wheel The fairly unexpected news that Matt LeBlanc will be joining the new edition of Top Gear broke on Thursday morning and, unsurprisingly, people on Twitter had a few things to say about it. See also: 'Top Gear' producer suing Jeremy Clarkson for racial discrimination Also unsurprisingly, … [Link]
Mashable » First promo for 'Friends' mini-reunion asks if they signed contracts to not sleep together
James Burrows, we'll be there for you. But first, let's hear the Friends cast spill all their behind-the-scenes secrets from the beloved sitcom The first promo for NBC's upcoming tribute dedicated to the legendary television director dropped Wednesday. It shows the cast of Friends (minus Chandler Bing, a.k.a. Matthew Perry) hilariously answering host Andy Cohen's steamy questions See also: 'Friends' … [Link]
Mashable » Daring new whiskey ad shows YouTube star dangling off the side of a building to imitate zero gravity
Marquese "Nonstop" Scott, a dancer whose hyper-fast, gliding style has won him fame on YouTube, is taking to his talent up to a whole other level — or rather, 10 stories. In a branded video for Ballentine's whiskey, the inner city Los Angeles native is harnessed and hoisted up 115 feet above the ground to dance horizontally against the wall … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Tanya Kraljic on designing for voice at Nuance
Subscribe to the O’Reilly Design Podcast, our podcast exploring how experience design—and experience designers—are shaping business, the Internet of Things, and other domains. In this weeks Design Podcast episode, I sit down with Tanya Kraljic, UX manager and principal designer … [Link]
Mashable » Spotify users can now listen to music on Amazon Echo
Echo, Amazon's voice-controlled, wireless home speaker, can now play your Spotify tunes The new feature, available for Spotify Premium subscribers in the U.S., lets you ask Amazon's virtual assistant, Alexa, to play an artist, playlist or genre from Spotlight's catalog See also: Amazon Echo: This is what a smart home should feel like “Music is one of the most popular features … [Link]
Mashable » In 'The Division,' stealing stuff from other players is just one piece of the endgame
Greed can be very rewarding in The Division, but it's also deadly. The game's "Dark Zone" is a large, freely explorable chunk of midtown Manhattan that's been walled off due to heavy contamination. Players have the option of venturing into this untamed space that's populated by other players, all searching for some of the game's sweetest loot. See also: New York is burning … [Link]
Slashdot » Cisco To Acquire IoT Company Jasper For $1.4 Billion
An anonymous reader writes: Cisco has announced its intention to spend $1.4 billion purchasing startup Jasper Technologies, Inc. which specialises in IoT connectivity. It's the most significant acquisition the tech multinational has made since its purchase of Wi-Fi manufacturer Meraki in 2012. In 2015 Cisco also acquired OpenDNS for $635 million, and with the Jasper acquisition seems committed to securing … [Link]
Mashable » Toyota's Super Bowl ad wants to make the Prius badass in its own geeky way
A Super Bowl ad for the Toyota Prius this Sunday will make no mention of its gas mileage efficiency, its hybrid engine or its eco-friendliness Instead, the mid-size hatchback will be tearing through residential zones, insolently splashing burly pickup drivers and drifting through turns — all without spilling its driver's hot chai. See also: Christopher Walken menaces you with socks in … [Link]
Mashable » Body of missing Italian student found in Egypt with signs of torture
The body of a missing Italian student was found with signs of torture, including multiple stab wounds and cigarette burns, by the side of a highway on the outskirts of the Egyptian capital, an investigating prosecutor told The Associated Press on Thursday. Giulio Regeni, a 28-year-old graduate student, went missing in Cairo on Jan. 25, the fifth anniversary of the uprising … [Link]
Mashable » Accio, wand! The 10 most popular 'Harry Potter' spells revealed
LONDON — Everyone who's read Harry Potter will have fond memories of practicing their wand twirling action in front of the mirror, muttering "Expelliarmus" over and over again in the vague but undying hope that something will actually happen and that magic is indeed real. Even though our Hogwarts letters may never have arrived, though, we'll always have the memories. And … [Link]
Mashable » Indian blockbuster 'Baahubali' looks to repeat its success with graphic novels, games and animation
When it released in 2015, Baahubali: The Beginning broke the record for being the most expensive as well as the highest-grossing Indian film in the country. Now, the blockbuster's mythological universe is being expanded to new formats such as comic books, graphic novels, video games and animation. See also: Olympic figure skating champions perform a perfect Bollywood dance to win championship … [Link]
Mashable » James Bond sea lion hops on back of boat in daring ocean escape
After planting a massive detonator in the enemy's submarine base, the ocean's James Bond, aka this sea lion, heroically hitched a ride on this passing getaway boat — narrowly escaping certain death and saving the world. Or it smelled tuna and was like, really hungry. Maid of Honor parodies 'Ice Ice Baby' with epic wedding rap Itchy sheep begs for … [Link]
Slashdot » Senators Blast Comcast, Other Cable Firms For "Unfair Billing Practices"
An anonymous reader writes: Six Democratic US senators [Wednesday] criticized Comcast and other TV and broadband providers for charging erroneous fees, such as cable modem rental fees billed to customers who bought their own modems. The senators have written a letter to Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler asking the commission to 'stop unfair billing practices.'…..Last year, more than 30 … [Link]
Mashable » Forget the nae nae, this is how you hit the dab like Cam Newton
The dab is a dance move that has recently caught on across the Internet and beyond. While its origins come from music, it has recently transcended to become a celebratory form of expression, popularized by none other than Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton. Read more…More about Super Bowl, Entertainment, Videos, Sports, and Mashable Explains
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Mashable » How to watch Super Bowl 50 online
Wondering how to watch Super Bowl 50 online? It's easy, and you can do it for free We'll explain everything here See also: Football karma: 49ers losing bodies after selling soul to Silicon Valley Unlike streaming the NFL playoffs, which required cable or Verizon login credentials, you can watch Super Bowl 50 online for free. That is, unless you plan to … [Link]
Mashable » This strange-looking EV is powered by something called 'electrolyte fuel'
There are a lot of wacky electric vehicles out there. Nothing is quite like the QUANTiNO from nanoFlowcell. It's not just distinctive because of its yellow paint, round body lines or hypnotic wheels. The car's powertrain is what sets it apart from the rest of the eco-friendly pack. See also: See ya Scion: The car that tried so hard to be … [Link]
Popular Science » China Builds Power Projection Foundations With New Cargo Plane and Warship
club.mil.news.sina.com.cn Roc "785", another Y-20 "Roc" prototype, makes an approach at Xian. While currently fitted with Russian engines, it will be flying with more powerful Chinese WS-20 engines by 2020. It is said that when it comes to war, as General Omar Bradley put it, "Amateurs talk Strategy, Professionals talk logistics" and it is capability that has set the US … [Link]
Mashable » Rescuers attempt to save live whale stranded on sands in England
LONDON — The coastguard and marine rescuers are working to save another sperm whale that's washed up alive on the sands at Hunstanton in Norfolk. See also: 'Man's fault': Beached whales spray painted in protest Hunstanton Sea Life Sanctuary, British Divers Marine Life Rescue, Hunstanton Coastguard Rescue Team and the local council are working together to try and keep the whale … [Link]
New Scientist – News » First orangutan murder seen as pair team up to kill female
Orangutans are normally solitary, only coming together to mate. But violence could increase as they are forced closer together by habitat destruction
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O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 4 February 2016
Shmoocon 2016 Videos (Internet Archive) — videos of the talks from an astonishingly good security conference. TipTalk — Samsung watchstrap that is the smart device … put your finger in your ear to hear the call. You had me at … [Link]
Mashable » Hackers break into more than 20 million accounts on China's largest marketplace
One of China's largest web companies suffered a massive hacking attack last year, its owner said Thursday. Hackers managed to gain access to 20.59 million user accounts on Taobao. The attack on China's largest marketplace happened in October last year, where criminals managed to obtain a database of 99 million usernames and passwords for Taobao, according to Reuters. See also: Chinese … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Building Maintainable Software, Java Edition – $10.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "Building Maintainable Software, Java Edition" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-02-05 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » Matt LeBlanc to co-host 'Top Gear'
LONDON — Matt LeBlanc is going to be a presenter on Top Gear. The Friends and Episodes actor is joining Chris Evans on the long-running motoring show, Topgear.com announced Thursday. The new show premieres in May. Top Gear lost its star presenters Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond last year after Clarkson was dropped from the show following his altercation … [Link]
Slashdot » Cheap At $40,000: Phoenix Exoskeleton Gives Paraplegics Legs to Walk With
Fast Company highlights the cheap-for-the-price Phoenix exoskeleton, created by University of California Berkeley professor (and Berkeley Robotics and Human Engineering Laboratory director) Homayoon Kazerooni and a team of his former grad students at SuitX, a company Kazerooni founded in 2013. Set to sell for $40,000 when it goes on sale next month, the Phoenix sounds expensive — except compared to … [Link]
Mashable » Ford is entering a factory-fresh 2017 Raptor pickup in a desert racing series
To prove its toughness, Ford is taking its 2017 Ford Raptor desert racing. See also: Faraday Future's 1,000-horsepower concept car should make Tesla very, very nervous Entering the 2016 Best in the Desert off-road racing series factory stock class does more than let Ford designers cover the courageous new performance truck in racing livery. It allows them to show off just … [Link]
Mashable » This is the only wild jaguar currently living in the U.S.
“El Jefe," Spanish for "the boss," is the only known wild jaguar in the United States. In the first publicly released video of the giant cat, he's seen roaming the Santa Rita Mountains in Arizona, where he has been living for more than three years. Jaguars at one time roamed the U.S. Southwest, but they disappeared 150 years ago because of … [Link]
Mashable » A tiny European nation is about to do big things for asteroid mining
The small European nation of Luxembourg just made a big investment in a burgeoning realm of the space industry: asteroid mining. Private companies and space agencies have been interested in mining asteroids for water and rare minerals like platinum, which can be used to fuel trips to destinations deeper in space. While no one has successfully mined an asteroid yet, … [Link]
Mashable » Maid of Honor parodies 'Ice Ice Baby' with epic wedding rap
Wedding speeches can sometimes be a bit of an awkward affair, especially when there's pressure to be funny. Rachel Winterbottom has the perfect solution, though — instead of your typical shared-memories-and-silly-anecdotes~ speech, she decided to add a musical twist to her sister's wedding and came up with a brilliant, four-minute-long rap. See also: The 'greatest wedding toast of all time' … [Link]
Mashable » Pro-rape 'pick-up artist' cancels global meetups for safety of his men
LONDON — The pro-rape, anti-feminist "pick-up artist" who had planned to host controversial meetups for like-minded, heterosexual men in 43 cities worldwide has cancelled those events over fears about the safety of attendees. See also: Campaigners want to ban this 'pro-rape' blogger from Scotland Earlier this week, almost 80,000 people signed an online petition demanding that followers of blogger Daryush Valizadeh, … [Link]
Mashable » Amy Schumer and Seth Rogen stump for Bud Light in star-packed Super Bowl ad
With a messy election season in full swing, Bud Light is hoping to mine some of the easy humor found in the more nonsensical parts of the American political process this Super Bowl. In its just-released commercial, the beer brand recruited Amy Schumer and Seth Rogen to campaign across the country on the dubious platform that the one thing every … [Link]
Mashable » Samsung to roll out screen-equipped trucks that show the road ahead
In June 2015, Samsung showed off an intriguing concept: The company attached a large screen onto the back of a semi-truck, showing the road ahead to drivers behind the truck Now, the company is getting ready to roll out the system, called "Safety Truck," to the global market See also: 25 Best Free Android Apps According to a company blog post … [Link]
Mashable » Doritos will give away $50,000 during the Super Bowl for a single tweet
What's the most compelling thing you can say about Doritos in 140 characters or less? The answer could win you $50,000. Alongside its "Crash the Super Bowl" ad campaign this year, the Frito-Lay brand will award a prize of $50,000 each for three winning tweets on Super Bowl Sunday — one text-based, one video and one photo. Submissions will be … [Link]
Mashable » Kidnapped cab driver recalls ordeal with California inmates
A 74-year-old California taxi driver expected to die when an escaped jail inmate put a gun to his stomach and kidnapped him. But on Wednesday, the driver instead thanked the man for saving his life. Cab driver Long Hoang Ma detailed the harrowing week he spent with the three violent fugitives who escaped on Jan. 22 from the Orange County jail … [Link]
Mashable » Intrepid rat scampers up man's leg to steal chip in British pub
LONDON — A British pub shut down for 30 minutes and brought in pest control after a fearless rat scurried up a customer's leg and stole a chip out of his hand. See also: Family finds live rat in their Tesco food delivery The victim of the random chip theft was Reece Coombs, who was minding his own business in the … [Link]
Mashable » Google Chrome will protect you from fake download buttons
It’s happened to all of us: You're trying to find a download link for some freeware app, and the three largest buttons on the site that say "download" are all fake. Click on any of those, and your computer will probably get infested with malware Now Google is trying to put an end to this with a new Chrome feature that … [Link]
Mashable » The Daily Mail asks #WhoWillSpeakForEngland: Here are plenty of ideas
LONDON — The Daily Mail posed an important question on Thursday: Who WILL speak for England? The front-page editorial follows Prime Minister David Cameron's widely criticised attempts to negotiate the terms of the UK's relationship with the European Union ahead of a forthcoming referendum. "Today the Mail asks a question of profound significance to our destiny as a sovereign nation and … [Link]
Mashable » First black students to integrate Virginia public school reunite 57 years later
Gloria Thompson, Ronald Deskins, Lance Newman and Michael Jones were 12 years old in 1959 when they became the first black students to integrate a school in Virginia Deskins, Newman and Jones reunited on Tuesday at their old school at a Black History Month celebration, where they spoke to current students there See also: 8 Martin Luther King Jr. quotes that … [Link]
Mashable » Anxious singles are renting partners for Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year isn't all fun and games for everyone. For many single people, it brings the anxiety of large family reunions, where overly concerned relatives want to know why you've chosen to be alone forever. In China, a culture that often attaches unflattering labels to the unmarried, some enterprising people are making a quick buck by offering their services as … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Simpsons' screenshot search engine is the perfect companion to life
Are there times in life when what you're trying to say is best expressed with a moment from The Simpsons? Behold, the search engine that will make those craptacular expressions so much more "cromulent" with the Frinkiac, a catalogue of screenshots from the animated series. See also: Homer Simpson joins the dark side of desserts Don't worry die-hard fans, it only … [Link]
Mashable » Shakespearean actors perform Hamlet for refugees in Calais camp
Actors from Shakespeare's Globe performed Hamlet on Feb. 3 in the Calais camp known as "the jungle," one of the largest migrant camps in Europe. Under cloudy skies, the actors recited the lines of one of Shakespeare's most famous plays for more than 300 people.See photos and read full story: http://on.mash.to/1VNW6W1 Read more…More about Calais, Actors, Shakespeare, Classic Literature, and Classical … [Link]
Mashable » The birth of the modern flamethrower, a psychological weapon of WWI
May 28, 1918French troops use flamethrowers to flush out German positions in the town of Cantigny, France.Image: The Print Collector/Print Collector/Getty ImagesThough projected incendiary weapons such as Greek fire were used in naval engagements by ancient Byzantines and Chinese, the modern flamethrower made its debut in 1901, when Richard Fiedler submitted his "Flammenwerfer" design to the German ArmyMost flamethrower designs consisted … [Link]
Mashable » Tanzanian woman assaulted in India's Silicon Valley, government says attack not racist
Last week, a 21-year-old Tanzanian woman was beaten and stripped by an angry mob in Bengaluru, popularly known as India's Silicon Valley, after a Sudanese student's car ran over a local woman in an unrelated incident. Five people have been arrested in the ongoing investigations, but the Karnataka state government has denied that the attack was racist. See also: India's Silicon Valley … [Link]
Mashable » 'One meal a day': JJCC on what it takes to reach K-pop stardom
They may be worshiped as gods by thousands of fans, but K-pop boyband JJCC aren't shy about revealing the hard work that goes on behind the scenes. The band, which was formed under the watchful eye of film star Jackie Chan and his company, Jackie Chan Group Korea, arrived in Sydney Thursday for a series of concerts at Carriageworks alongside fellow … [Link]
Mashable » #LetThemStay: Australians protest against babies being sent to detention
Australians are standing up against the offshore detainment of asylum seekers at protests around the country. A groundswell of support has grown for the #LetThemStay campaign, with supporters calling for the Australian government to spare the 267 detainees, in particular 37 babies, who are expected to be sent from the mainland to a detention centre on the Island of Nauru imminently … [Link]
Slashdot » Patent Troll VirnetX Awarded $626M In Damages From Apple
Tackhead writes: Having won a $200M judgement against Microsoft in 2010, lost a $258M appeal against Cisco in 2013, and having beaten Apple for $368M in 2012, only to see the verdict overturned in 2014, patent troll VirnetX is back in the news, having been awarded $626M in damages arising from the 2012 Facetime patent infringement case against Apple. Read … [Link]
Mashable » Who lies about reading 'Alice in Wonderland'? More of us than you'd think
“What is the use of a book," thought Alice, reading a hefty, boring tome over her sister's shoulder minutes before tumbling down her rabbit hole into Wonderland, "without pictures or conversations?" Now it seems that the great reading public has turned its nose up at Alice's own whimsical classic children's novel, even though it is almost nothing but delightful pictures and … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Next billion people online will get odd versions of the internet
Tech giants are racing to extend internet access to large parts of the developing world. But will people get the digital experience they expect?
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Mashable » Hundreds of climate scientists to lose jobs in Australia
Australian science body the CSIRO is expected to slash hundreds of jobs, according to multiple reports The departments bearing the brunt of the cuts are the Oceans and Atmosphere division and the Land and Water division, Fairfax Media reported. It is believed more than 100 jobs in each department with be lost See also: America, please leave Australia's David Koch alone … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook turns 12 and shows off personalized 'Friends Day' videos
Facebook just turned 12 (yes, it's okay if that makes you feel super old.) This year, the social network is marking the milestone, which it has dubbed "Friends Day," with a new personalized video feature that weaves together memories with friends into shareable video clips. See also: Facebook is changing which posts you'll see first in the News Feed — again … [Link]
Mashable » Julian Assange says he'll end his nearly 4-year standoff tomorrow
LONDON — WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange said he will accept arrest by British police on Friday if a UN group decides that his more than three years inside the Ecuadorian embassy in London don't amount to illegal detention. In a statement posted to the WikiLeaks Twitter account around 3 a.m. GMT Thursday, he said he will exit the embassy at noon … [Link]
Mashable » David Bowie song gives Audi's Super Bowl commercial an emotional punch
No matter what else debuts between now and the Super Bowl, it will be hard for any commercial to have a more poignant soundtrack than Audi's just-released ad. Just weeks after music legend David Bowie's death, the luxury car brand is featuring his iconic "Starman" in a 60-second spot set to run during the first quarter of the Super Bowl. … [Link]
Mashable » Seoul and Japan are ready to shoot down North Korea's rocket debris
SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea and Japan have vowed to shoot down any debris that falls on their territories from a long-range rocket that North Korea plans to fire this month. On Thursday, Seoul said it detected launch preparations by Pyongyang. See also: North Korea plans long-range rocket launch in defiance of warnings Earlier this week, North Korea informed international … [Link]
Slashdot » Julian Assange May Surrender To British Police On Friday
bestweasel writes: As reported by The Guardian and others, Julian Assange has announced via Wikileaks that: "Should the UN announce tomorrow that I have lost my case against the United Kingdom and Sweden, I shall exit the embassy at noon on Friday to accept arrest by British police as there is no meaningful prospect of further appeal. … However, should … [Link]
Mashable » Don't eat the lettuce: Salmonella outbreak hits Australian state
Put down your salad. On Thursday, two major supermarkets announced a massive recall of pre-packaged lettuce in the Australian state Victoria due to a high number of salmonella cases. The packaged lettuce, from Tripod Farmers company, is sold in Coles and Woolworths supermarkets and comes in at least 24 varieties such as rocket, spinach and salad mix. Not to mention the … [Link]
Mashable » DNA shows New Zealand's little penguins are actually Aussie invaders
Hundreds of years ago, some little Australian penguins waddled onto a southern New Zealand beach and decided it was so nice they just had to stick around. The story of how these Aussie invaders managed to get a foothold across the Tasman Sea has been revealed in a new study by researchers at the University of Otago, published in the science … [Link]
Mashable » Super cute baby meerkats explore the outside world for first time
Image: Taronga ZooWe love a good meerkat, but it's not often that you see baby versions of these cute critters hanging around. These pups were born at Sydney's Taronga Zoo on Jan. 7, the children of first-time parents Nairobi and Maputo. It's also the first time meerkat pups have been born at the zoo in seven years, making this kind … [Link]
Mashable » Black Lives Matter activist Deray Mckesson to run for Baltimore mayor
Civil rights activist Deray Mckesson has joined Baltimore's crowded race for mayor. Mckesson visited the city's Board of Elections office an hour before Wednesday's 9 p.m. ET deadline and formally filed paperwork to join the contest. SEE ALSO: Civil rights activist calls meeting with Hillary Clinton candid, but light on specifics "Too often the elected individuals we put our public … [Link]
Mashable » Taylor Swift is ready to cash in with her own mobile game
If you thought the rash of celebrity-inspired mobile games was going to slow anytime soon, it seems we aren't out of the woods yet. Taylor Swift will turn her likeness into a mobile game in a partnership with Glu Mobile, the same company responsible for blockbuster Kim Kardashian: Hollywood. There are no other details about the game; Glu only said it … [Link]
Slashdot » Beyond the Liberator: A 3D-Printed Plastic 9mm Semi-Auto Pistol
Profiled at Ars Technica is the (mostly) 3D-printed semi-auto pistol design from a West Virginia maker known as Derwood. The PLA-based design, which Derwood calls the Shuty MP-1, isn't quite all-plastic; like others that are roughly similar, it utilizes metal for a few parts that aren't practical in plastic. (Ars says just the barrel and springs, but it looks like … [Link]
Mashable » Bernie Sanders: 'I am Larry David'
WASHINGTON — Sen. Bernie Sanders revealed a secret Wednesday night at a CNN Democratic forum. "I am Larry David," Sanders told CNN anchor Anderson Cooper, who had asked Sanders to do his best impression of the curmudgeon-y comedian See also: Bernie Sanders is the Larry David of presidential candidates David's impersonation of Sanders on Saturday Night Live has become this cycle's … [Link]
Mashable » 'Serial' podcast's Adnan Syed is back in court, arguing for new trial
An alibi witness for a convicted murderer profiled in the public radio podcast "Serial" testified Wednesday that a former Maryland prosecutor misled her about the importance of her testimony, and that he later gave a misleading account of their conversation when he testified about it during a hearing. Asia McClain, now known as Asia Chapman, testified Wednesday during a hearing for … [Link]
Mashable » First look: Blake Griffin's busted hand after punching Clippers employee
Star power forward Blake Griffin, who is being paid $18.8 million this NBA season by the Los Angeles Clippers, is out for more than a month with a broken hand after punching a Los Angeles Clippers employee on a team road-trip in Toronto. (Yes, that is is as ridiculous as it sounds and you can read all about it here.) Now, … [Link]
Mashable » No, Kanye West is not on the cover of Rolling Stone
We may not ever know whether or not Kanye West likes mustard. In the most troll-like promotional for So Help Me God SWISH Waves, Yeezy took to Twitter on Wednesday to share his new Rolling Stone cover, which isn't actually a Rolling Stone cover at all. At first glance, it is rather suspicious: Why would Rolling Stone have Tyler, the Creator shoot … [Link]
Mashable » Future reveals fourth album title 'Evol,' which (oops) was already taken
Future’s announced the name of his new album — and he didn't even put it up for a vote. It's called EVOL, or "love" backwards, as the Atlanta rapper was kind enough to point out. (No word yet on whether he knew someone already came up with that.) See also: Drake and Future drop mega mixtape 'What A Time to Be … [Link]
Mashable » Otter makes the most of snow day by sledding on his belly
There aren't too many things better than a snow day, except maybe being able to go sledding without a sled Luckily for river otters, their slick bellies are perfectly suited for such a feat, as one critter at the Minnesota Zoo used some fresh snowfall to demonstrate Wednesday morning The little guy clearly got quite a kick out of his … [Link]
Mashable » The dumpling wars: The search for Australia's best food delivery app
Sometimes you want four hot, tasty dumplings, and you want them delivered to the office so you can enjoy a sad desk lunch — just you, and the one hundred Internet tabs you have open. So many delivery apps have opened in Australia lately that such a simple desire should be easily satisfied. There's a food delivery app for every day … [Link]
Mashable » CDC tells millions of women to stop drinking, just in case they get pregnant
If you're a woman of childbearing age who likes to drink, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention would like you to stop and consider your future unborn baby The government agency recommended Tuesday that women of childbearing age who are not using contraception should abstain from drinking because they might become pregnant and put a hypothetical baby at risk of … [Link]
Mashable » The IRS's e-file system is temporarily down after 'hardware failure'
The IRS has temporarily stopped accepting tax returns from its e-file system after a "hardware failure" caused several of the agency's tax processing systems to go down Wednesday. The IRS did not elaborate on the source of the issue, which may not be resolved until sometime Thursday, according to a statement. See also: The IRS will force anyone paying over $100 … [Link]
Mashable » Businessman's viral post: 'Destruction of Sydney’s nightlife is near complete'
Sydney’s lockout laws have been a source of controversy since they were implemented in the Australian city in 2014, but an article being shared relentlessly online provides a brutal assessment of how destructive the laws have been. CEO and founder of Freelancer.com, Matt Barrie, unleashed an 8,000-word article on Tuesday titled "Would the last person in Sydney please turn the lights … [Link]
Mashable » Obama visits mosque for first time as president, addresses fears held by Muslim Americans
Obama paid his first visit as president to an American mosque on Wednesday. At the Islamic Society of Baltimore, Obama met with religious leaders and spoke out against anti-Muslim rhetoric. The actions of extremists are not in line with Islam's peaceful nature, he said.Full story: http://on.mash.to/1NQTf8R Read more…More about Obama, America, Us World, Politics, and Us
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Mashable » 10 reasons virtual reality 'films' are still a pretty terrible experience
PARK CITY, Utah — To read all the hyped-out coverage of virtual reality at Sundance, you’d think we were in the midst of a storytelling Renaissance. Actually strap into some of this stuff and you’ll soon see that it’s still very much the virtual Dark Ages. Narrative storytelling on VR headsets remains a generally terrible experience in 2016, and the green … [Link]
Slashdot » Storing Very Large Files On Amazon's Unlimited Cloud Photo Storage
AmiMoJo writes: Last year Amazon started offering unlimited cloud storage for photos to customers who subscribed to its "Prime" service. Japanese user YDKK has developed a tool to store arbitrary data inside a .bmp file, which can then be uploaded to Amazon's service. A 1.44GB test image containing an executable file uploaded at over 250Mb/sec, far faster than typical cloud … [Link]
Mashable » Mountain Dew's freaky 'PuppyMonkeyBaby' creature will creep you out this Super Bowl
With nearly 50 minutes of Super Bowl ads set to air this Sunday, advertisers will do whatever they can to stand out from the pack. Sometimes that means combining a dog's head, a monkey's arms and a baby's lower body into one monstrous creature and giving it a hypnotic, repetitive jingle to chant/sing for 30 seconds. SEE ALSO: Willem Dafoe … [Link]
Mashable » Grammy mashup unites competing Album of the Year nominees
Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, The Alabama Shakes, and Chris Stapleton may be facing off the Grammys, but they sound pretty good when they band together. See also: Super Bowl advertisers just want America to have fun this year In a Grammys promo debuting on Mashable, standout tracks from the Album of the Year nominees — To Pimp a … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » 10 Amazing Hidden Details in Star Wars The Force Awakens
The Star Wars saga has returned to the big screen and fans couldn’t be happier. As the record-breaking box office numbers indicate, moviegoers have been going to the theater multiple times to see the new film. And while the story and performances make repeat viewings worthwhile, there are also a ton of Easter eggs in the movie for audiences to … [Link]
Mashable » Sake-flavored Kit Kats just hit Japan
Looking forward to an early spring? There's no better way to get in the spring mood than with seasonal snacks, and no one does spring snacks quite like Japan See also: Why Asian 7-Eleven stores are a food lover's dream Sweet: Sake-flavored Kit Kat On the sweet side of things, Nestlé Japan this week released a sake-flavored Kit Kat, exclusive to … [Link]
Mashable » Euthanized by bullet: Oklahoma animal shelter under fire for shooting dogs
An animal shelter in Bristow, Oklahoma is facing intense backlash after residents discovered that the shelter euthanizes stray dogs by shooting them Bristow Mayor Leonard Washington confirmed the allegations on Tuesday to a local Fox News affiliate, saying that three dogs in the last week had been shot to death. He also informed the network that the practice was legal See … [Link]
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