Anyone who works as a freelancer these days has to be at least a bit familiar with techie things. But it isn’t just that. When I was a kid and those vaguely SF puppet shows were on the television and all the other kids wanted to be Greg Gogetem or Steve Savetheuniverse, I wanted to be the guy in a white coat and glasses called Doc or Brains. Here are some technology-related feeds I find useful and/or entertaining.
Mashable » Bentley just commissioned a colorful convertible fit for Austin Powers
And here I was thinking standard Bentleys were bespoke. SEE ALSO: Groom crashes rented $342,000 Ferrari into wall on his wedding day Bentley commissioned pop artist Sir Peter Blake to create a unique Continental GT V8 S Convertible, which will be auctioned off for charity. The colorful Bentley will head to the Bonhams auction block at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on … [Link]
Slashdot » FBI Tells Congress It Needs Hackers To Keep Up With Tech Company Encryption
An anonymous reader quotes a report from BuzzFeed: A high ranking technology official with the FBI told members of Congress Tuesday that the agency is incapable of cracking locked phones and devices on its own, even with additional resources. Amy Hess, the agency's executive assistant director for science and technology told a panel of the House Energy and Commerce Committee … [Link]
Mashable » 'Empire' is affecting the TV business in more ways than you realize
LAS VEGAS — During its first two seasons, a lot has been said about how Fox's Empire has changed the face of TV. But its role in elevating the visibility of black families on television is just part of how this soapy success is making an impact. With pilot season in full swing, network Upfronts (broadcast networks' annual pitch to … [Link]
Mashable » MAC's new collection lets you tap into your inner Troll doll
The '90s are having a moment — and MAC Cosmetics has taken a total "booyah" attitude toward embracing it. The makeup company's new line of lipsticks, glosses, eyeshadows and much more, titled "Good Luck Trolls," is a beautiful meld of the '90s and rainbows. SEE ALSO: Slime green 'Ghostbusters' soda that died in the '90s is getting a second life … [Link]
WIRED » Theranos Is Under Investigation for Fraud, Which Is Weird for a Private Company
Theranos made a lot of promises about its tech. Not all of them have come true, which has brought federal investigators a-knocking. The post Theranos Is Under Investigation for Fraud, Which Is Weird for a Private Company appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » The 20 best YouTube videos to watch stoned
Dude. Happy 420! In celebration of the stoner holiday, we wanted to bring you some entertaining videos to watch, because nothing kills a buzz like navigating through the massive world of YouTube in search of some giggles. SEE ALSO: 14 best TV shows to watch while you're stoned Sit back, relax, grab some munchies and enjoy. 1.The Fox Flute 2. The … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT #2277: Blackberry, a Security Superhero!
Truth, security, and the Canadian way! [Link]
Mashable » Fake Apple Watch band has the look of luxury, but how does it feel?
We would never, ever tell you to buy a fake Apple Watch band. But if you must, we think we've found the absolute winner Apple's popular steel Milanese Loop sells for $149, but a seller on Amazon is offering an amazingly well done replica for a mere $16 See also: That cool Apple Watch battery charger band just got canceled But … [Link]
Popular Science » NASA Is Making A Drone-Traffic Control System
Aviation It already successfully tracked 24 drones flying simultaneously across 6 states NASA tests drone air traffic control… [Link]
Mashable » A sunspot the size of 5 Earths unleashed a spectacular solar flare this week
A NASA satellite tasked with keeping an eye on the sun captured the moment a solar flare burst from the star on Sunday. The “mid-level” flare — seen by NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory — erupted from a sunspot five times the size of the Earth. The sunspot is moving out of view of the Earth now due to the sun's rotation. … [Link]
Slashdot » Viber Update Brings End-To-End Encryption and Hidden Chats
An anonymous reader writes: The new hip thing to do if you're a developer of a messaging app is to encrypt everyone's messages — everyone's doing it! WhatsApp announced earlier this month all messages being sent through the service will now be end-to-end encrypted. Today, Viber has announcd it is doing something similar. All messages being sent through the latest … [Link]
Mashable » Wow: this guy's Owen Wilson impression is unreal
Owen Wilson is a man of few phrases, repeated over and over again in nearly every role he's taken. But if Wilson is ever busy, he should probably just have comedian Peter Gilroy fill in for him, because his impression is spot-on. [h/t:Reddit] Greedy lemur begs two kids to scratch its back Newborn goat triplets need little wool sweaters to … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Sydney’s nanoscience lab has floating floors and Faraday cages
Unveiled this week, the Sydney Nanoscience Hub has air 100 times cleaner than an operating theatre, and is shielded by Faraday cages [Link]
WIRED » Transistor Dev Announces Moody New Game, Pyre
Supergiant Games, known for Transistor and Bastion, released a trailer today for Pyre, a role-playing game about a band of exiles coming out next year. The post Transistor Dev Announces Moody New Game, Pyre appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » Intel Confirms Major Layoff: 12,000 Worldwide, 11 Percent of Workforce
Tekla Perry writes: It's all about the cloud and the Internet of Things, says Intel explaining the planned layoffs, which will affect some 12,000 employees. Intel CEO Brian Krzanich promises in an email today to employees, that the "transition" will be handled with the "utmost dignity and respect." According to IEEE Spectrum, "Intel Corp. today announced that it would cut … [Link]
Mashable » Angelina Jolie's new doppelgänger is a close friend of Kylie Jenner
Mara Teigen has stormed social media with her striking likeness to Angelina Jolie. The lookalike is good friends with Kylie Jenner, who brought attention to the doppelgänger through a music video dedicated to the young socialite's Coachella themed lip kits. SEE ALSO: Teen looks exactly like Justin Bieber and Zayn Malik's love child By the looks of Teigen's Instagram, she has … [Link]
Slashdot » Cheaper Vizio 4K TVs With Built-in Google Cast Are Here
An anonymous reader cites a Mashable report: Cutting-edge technology always comes at a premium for early adopters, but it never stays premium for long. After launching its new P-Series 4K TVs with built-in Google Cast last month, Vizio is bringing the feature to its lower-priced TVs. The 2016 M-Series 4K TVs start at $849.99 for a 50-inch and rocket up … [Link]
Popular Science » March Smashes Global Temperature Records Keeping Heat Streak Alive
Environment 11 straight months of temperature records This March beat out all other Marches of the past to get the title of hottest March since record-keeping began in the late 1800's. It beat the previous record (which… [Link]
Slashdot » Up To 35,000 Gallons of Nuclear Waste Leak At Washington State Storage Site
An anonymous reader writes: Over the weekend, thousands of gallons of radioactive waste have leaked at a nuclear storage tank in Washington State. One worker called the leak "catastrophic." RT writes, "The Hanford Nuclear Reservation was originally constructed in 1943 as part of the Manhattan Project." It produced plutonium for weapons, including the atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki, Japan. The … [Link]
Mashable » American Photoshop glory: 2016 presidential candidates posing with their younger selves
In a year of questionable politicking, one thing is for certain: The campaign trail is not great for the skin. In honor of Tuesday's New York primary, we Photoshopped the 2016 presidential election candidates with their younger selves to show how time, politics and all that baby-kissing has changed them. SEE ALSO: 100-year-old panorama photos of a very different NYC … [Link]
Mashable » Sorry, but Apple's updated MacBook is a huge disappointment
Before the trolls slide into the comment section, know this: I've owned and currently own a lot of Apple products. The scratches and dents on my iPhone 6 are scars of love. My aging iPad 3 remains my favorite sofa companion. I paid a boatload to spec out my 2014 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display with a 3.0GHz Core … [Link]
Mashable » 'Breaking Bad' biggies are getting closer on 'Better Call Saul'
In true Vince Gilligan fashion, the Better Call Season 2 finale was full of revelations and cliffhangers, but some of the show's biggest buzz of late ties back to its Breaking Bad origins. Gilligan and co-creator Peter Gould recently revealed the impending return of a major Breaking Bad baddie — and another character whose guest arc was cut from Better Call … [Link]
Mashable » Say goodbye to silver Diet Coke cans
The familiar silver cans that have long differentiated Diet Coke from its sugary counterpart will soon be no more. Coca-Cola is redesigning the cans of each variation on its soft drink — Diet Coke, Coke Zero and stevia-infused Coca-Cola Life — around a prominent red disc meant to create a more unified look across the board, the soda giant announced … [Link]
Mashable » Rescuers help save horses from drowning in Houston floodwaters
Flash flooding in the Houston area stranded up to 70 or 80 horses at the Cypress Trails Horse Stables. Local authorities and other rescuers came together to get the horses to dry land, and the Office of Emergency Management reported no casualties.Full story: http://on.mash.to/23IBB5t Read more…More about Flooding, Us World, Us, Horses, and Houston [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Survey Highlights Security Concern Among IoT Developers
According to the second annual IoT Developer Survey, security is the top concern of IoT developers. The survey, which polled 528 IoT developers, was conducted by the Eclipse IoT Working Group in partnership with the IEEE IoT and the AGILE-IoT research project.
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Mashable » Intel just cut 12,000 jobs
Intel says it will cut 12,000 jobs — about 11 percent of its workforce — as it reorganizes to confront a decline in sales of personal computers. The chipmaker said the cuts will include "voluntary and involuntary departures" from its operations around the world. Most of the affected workers will be notified in the next 60 days. Intel said the … [Link]
Slashdot » VPN Blockade Backlash Doesn't Hurt Us, Says Netflix
Ernesto Van der Sar, writing for TorrentFreak: Netflix CEO Reed Hastings says that the recent crackdown on VPN and proxy users hasn't hurt the company's results. The VPN blockade only affects a small but vocal minority, according to Hastings, and there are no signs that hordes of subscribers are abandoning ship. Earlier this year Netflix announced that it would increase … [Link]
WIRED » Song Exploder: Rivers Cuomo’s Secret Songwriting Weapon? Spreadsheets
The Weezer frontman explains the inspiration and production process behind "Summer Elaine and Drunk Dori" from the band's 10th album. The post Song Exploder: Rivers Cuomo's Secret Songwriting Weapon? Spreadsheets appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Calculate Your Way to Special Relativity Just Like Einstein
What happens when you look at the electromagnetic force from two different reference frames? The answer: Special Relativity The post Calculate Your Way to Special Relativity Just Like Einstein appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Yahoo says it has made 'substantial progress' toward a sale
Marissa Mayer has fought the good fight, and now that fight might be ending. Mayer struck a conciliatory tone in Yahoo's 2016 first-quarter earnings released on Tuesday, saying that the company had been working toward a sale — and that she is in agreement that this is what should be done. SEE ALSO: Marissa Mayer might finally sell Yahoo "In … [Link]
Mashable » Snapchat iOS update adds motion-tracking emoji and lens support for old iPhones
Snapchat just upgraded the emoji in its iOS app in a big way. The company updated its iOS app Tuesday with its new 3D stickers feature, which allows you to pin emoji to a specific part of a video. The update follows a similar update to Snapchat's Android app last week. SEE ALSO: 10 hidden tricks to make Snapchat infinitely … [Link]
Mashable » Beverly Hills plans to use autonomous vehicles for public transportation
Forget the bus. In Beverly Hills, within the next decade, public transportation will be operated by autonomous vehicles. SEE ALSO: Groom crashes rented $342,000 Ferrari into wall on his wedding day Earlier this month, the City of Beverly Hills, California unanimously passed a resolution to create a program that will use autonomous vehicles (A.V.s) as public transportation. The autonomous vehicles … [Link]
Slashdot » Volkswagen 'Dieselgate' Software Developed At Audi In 1999, Says Report
An anonymous reader cites a report on Reuters: German carmaker Audi created so-called defeat devices which cut emissions in 1999, years before parent company Volkswagen used them to cheat diesel emissions tests, German newspaper Handelsblatt reported on Tuesday. VW, Europe's largest automaker, admitted in September it had manipulated the engines of around 11 million diesel cars, including its VW, Audi, … [Link]
Mashable » This bike disguised as a car is a brilliant geek dream come true
Biking to work may be the choice mode of transportation for some, but if it's cold out, it's a lot less attractive. Here's a creative way to stay warm on a bike in colder climates: Turn your ride into a car! Sweden-based entrepreneur Mikael Kjellman has designed a pretty rad four-wheel bike concept called PodRide that can handle the harsh … [Link]
Mashable » Amazon's VP of Digital Video: 'It's not about what Netflix is doing'
LAS VEGAS — Sure, Amazon just launched a standalone monthly video service. But don't compare the e-commerce giant to Netflix. "It's not about what Netflix is doing, it’s about what our customers have been wanting," Michael Paull, Vice President of Digital Video at Amazon, told attendees at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show during a Tuesday keynote. SEE ALSO: Amazon's $8.99 monthly … [Link]
Popular Science » Congress Report On The Air Force’s New Bomber Reveals Tantalizingly Little
Military Unknown and unflown Read about the B-21 like a congressperson. [Link]
Popular Science » 4 Scientific Naming Contests That Went Awry
Science Boaty McBoatface is in good company Sometimes, naming contests can go the way that their creators expected. Other times, not so much. [Link]
Mashable » Court overturns Virginia school's transgender bathroom rule
A policy barring a transgender student from using the boys' restrooms at his Virginia high school is discriminatory, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday. In a case closely watched by public schools and transgender-rights activists across the country, a three-judge panel of the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals overturned the Gloucester County School Board's policy. A federal judge had … [Link]
Mashable » Even 'Family Guy' thinks Amazon drones will one day deliver our mail
Even 2D animation TV franchises have to keep up with technology, as this past Sunday's Family Guy proved when it inserted big mentions of Amazon drones and even the future of TV See also: 2016 will be the dawn of the drone age The episode, in which Lois Griffin is forced to work with Cleveland at the post office, takes a … [Link]
Popular Science » Brush Fires In New Jersey Shut Down Train Service
Environment A fast burn Here in the United States, when we think about brush fires, we think about wildfires out West, the kinds that tear through the wilderness. But brush fires can happen… [Link]
Slashdot » Google Scans 6B Apps, 400M Devices Each Day; Says 30% of Android Devices Don't Get Regular Patches
Reader Trailrunner7 writes: As part of the enhancements to Android security, Google scans more than 6 billion installed applications per day on users' devices. The company also scans more than 400 million devices each day, it announced on Tuesday. Google last year also began releasing monthly security updates for devices running modern versions of Android, which includes devices on version … [Link]
WIRED » No, This Weekend’s Big Twin Earthquakes in Japan and Ecuador Won’t Cause Eruptions
Two big earthquakes in the matter of a few days. Are they connected and will they trigger eruptions? The answer is "no" on both fronts. The post No, This Weekend's Big Twin Earthquakes in Japan and Ecuador Won't Cause Eruptions appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » PillDrill blends habit and tech for 21st century medicating
We are a nation of pill takers. Roughly half of all Americans have taken at least one prescription drug in the last 30 days (21.8% have taken three or more), and almost three-quarters of all doctor visits result in a prescription, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Managing those pills takes work and, increasingly, technology. SEE ALSO: Device claims … [Link]
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Popular Science » What Is A Biosimilar Drug?
Health Here’s why you’ll be seeing that word a lot in the future Earlier this month, the FDA approved a biosimilar drug called Inflectra, which could be used to treat a handful of inflammatory conditions such as Crohn’s disease,… [Link]
Mashable » Angelina Jolie's new doppelgänger is a close friend of Kylie Jenner
Mara Teigen has stormed social media with her striking likeness to Angelina Jolie. The lookalike is good friends with Kylie Jenner, who brought attention to the doppelgänger through a music video dedicated to the young socialite's Coachella themed lip kits. SEE ALSO: Teen looks exactly like Justin Bieber and Zayn Malik's love child By the looks of Teigen's Instagram, she has … [Link]
Mashable » EU and Turkey 'tossed rights to the wind' with refugee deportations
The newly instituted EU-sanctioned deportations of migrants and refugees to Turkey are were "rushed" and "chaotic," according to a human rights group. A new report from Human Rights Watch (HRW) details what it says are violations of the human rights of those deported to Turkey after making a dangerous boat journey across the Aegean to the Greek islands. The first … [Link]
Mashable » 44 books on 44 presidents: Worst. President. Ever.
Editor's note: This is the fifteenth entry in the writer's year-long project to read one book about each of the U.S. Presidents by Election Day 2016. You can also follow Marcus' progress at the @44in52 Twitter account and with this 44 in 52 Spreadsheet. Worst. President. Ever. That's pretty impressive when you consider the names he's up against, but, more … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump calls 9/11 '7-Eleven' the day before New York primary
Republican Presidential hopeful Donald Trump said "7-Eleven" instead of "9/11" while talking about the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks during a rally the day before the New York primary. Read more…More about Donald Trump, Us World, Politics, Us, and Standalone Video Template [Link]
Popular Science » SpaceX's Landed Falcon 9 Is On A Road Trip Back To Kennedy Space Center
Space On a really, really, really long trailer The 15-story rocket booster on top of it landed on a drone ship on April 8, and after about a week and a half of getting it off the ship and ready for transport, SpaceX… [Link]
Slashdot » Apple Refused China Request For Source Code In Last Two Years: Lawyer
Dustin Volz, reporting for Reuters: Apple has been asked by Chinese authorities within the last two years to hand over its source code but refused to do so, the company's top lawyer told U.S. lawmakers at a hearing on Tuesday. Apple general counsel Bruce Sewell made the statement in response to a line of attack from law enforcement officials who … [Link]
Mashable » Lip enhancements soared last year thanks to selfies and Kylie Jenner
Seems like everyone's rushing to be more like Kylie Jenner. Call it the "Kylie Effect," or just a residual effect from selfies, but women and men are now flocking to get their lips enhanced. This, at least according to a report by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The report stated that 2015 was a record for lip augmentation. Other … [Link]
Mashable » Lena Headey calls out haters who slammed her for using a body double on 'Game of Thrones'
If all men must die, then all women must defend the choices they make about their bodies. Game of Thrones actress Lena Headey recently fired back at haters who questioned her credibility as an actress after she used a body double last season for Cersei Lannister's infamous, naked "walk of shame." SEE ALSO: Emilia Clarke wants Daenerys to be the queen … [Link]
New Scientist – News » The mobile games that are more about evolving beauty than action
Forget frenetic first-person shooters or difficult puzzles – the newest breed of smartphone games are a lot more gentle [Link]
Mashable » This duck is waddling around again thanks to his new 3D-printed feet
Phillip the duck lost both of his feet to frostbite. His rescuer, Vicki, thought she was going to have to euthanize him until Jason Jischke, a middle school technology teacher, and his class came along and 3D-printed Phillip some new flippers.More details: http://on.mash.to/23IfDiS Read more…More about Animals, 3d Printing, Tech, Duck, and Standalone Video Template
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Mashable » Kanye West and Jay Z sued over 'The Life of Pablo' release
Kanye West may not get away with this tweet so easily. A man in San Francisco filed a lawsuit on Monday against West and Jay Z for "fraudulently inducing consumers to subscribe to Tidal" while promoting his wildly successful seventh studio album, The Life of Pablo. Lawyers for Justin Baker-Rhett pointed to specifically to a tweet Kanye sent on Feb. 15 … [Link]
Mashable » Guile (and his perfect theme song) are coming to 'Street Fighter V' this month
Sunglasses? Check. Perfect flat top? Check. Sonic Booms? Oh yeah. Guile is returning to Street Fighter after being conspicuously absent from the 16-character launch lineup of Street Fighter V. He's got some of his classic moves, but also has new tricks thanks to the game's V-Skill system. That includes a nastier version of the Sonic Boom, Solid Puncher, which lets … [Link]
Mashable » Nathan Fillion says his ousted 'Castle' co-star 'will be missed'
Nathan Fillion has broken his silence about the Castle departure that crushed fans' hearts. One day after ABC announced that Stana Katic and Tamala Jones would not be returning for another season of Castle should the series get picked up for another season, Fillion posted a statement to Twitter wishing his now former co-star well. SEE ALSO: Stana Katic won't … [Link]
Mashable » Teton the orange cat is an excellent horseback rider
Teton is a bold orange cat and the king of all he purveys. Or, at least, all he purveys at the seven-acre Snowfall Ranch in Colorado where he resides. Even though his humans took him him to help out with rodents, Teton found a greater calling. A calling to ride on horses. "Teton was bought to take care of mice on … [Link]
Mashable » Landslides and a 'hidden treasure' spotted on dwarf planet Ceres
Evidence of a landslide, bright features and a "hidden treasure" are on brilliant display in new NASA photos of the dwarf planet Ceres. The new images were taken by NASA's Dawn spacecraft from its lowest orbit around Ceres yet, about 240 miles above the world's surface. The photos show the aftermath of a possible landslide on the rim of Haulani Crater, … [Link]
Mashable » DJ Khaled is opening for Beyoncé, so the key to success is working for him
Success is defined by being Beyoncé, but opening up for her is pretty good, too. DJ Khaled announced on his Instagram that his goal-driven life philosophy is working pretty well, and he's scored a coveted spot on the Formation World Tour. SEE ALSO: Beyoncé released an extended trailer for the mysterious 'Lemonade' project DJ Khaled knows how supremely blessed he … [Link]
WIRED » Good News: Airbnb’s App Is Now Significantly Less Infuriating
Today, Airbnb rolls out an updated version of its app that streamlines the way you book a place to stay. The post Good News: Airbnb's App Is Now Significantly Less Infuriating appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » Solar Is Now Cheaper Than Coal, Says India Energy Minister
An anonymous reader cites a report on Climate Change News: India is on track to soar past a goal to deploy more than 100 gigawatts of solar power by 2022, the country's energy minister Piyush Goyal said on Monday. Speaking at the release of a 15-point action plan for the country's renewable sector, Goyal said he was now considering looking … [Link]
Mashable » Emilia Clarke's campaign for the Iron Throne involves freeing the penis
If you're still unconvinced the Mother of Dragons/Khaleesi/Unburnt Queen of the Andals/Dairy Queen (right?) deserves the Iron Throne, wait till you hear her latest campaign platform: Freeing the P. During Monday's Late Late Show, Game of Thrones actress Emilia Clarke told James Corden she was fed up with always being naked when the men on her show got to hide … [Link]
Mashable » March broke nearly every warm temperature record there is
The Earth has been on a hot streak of epic proportions, and March may have been its zenith. The month broke nearly every temperature record there is to break, according to data released Tuesday by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), which builds on previously released data from NASA and the Japan Meteorological Agency. SEE ALSO: March was Earth's … [Link]
WIRED » New Warcraft Trailer Makes This Movie Actually Look Fun
Finally, a teaser with just a little bit of levity. The post New Warcraft Trailer Makes This Movie Actually Look Fun appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » If you want the hottest Instagrams of Coachella, being a Jenner helps
Now that Taylor Swift is taking a break from music, she has time to focus on other things, like documenting her time at Coachella on Instagram. And she succeeds at everything she puts her mind to. This is according to Instagram data, released to Mashable, from the first weekend of the festival. Swift managed to post some of the most popular Coachella … [Link]
Mashable » Watch beautiful northern lights glow from space in NASA's new high-def video
Dying to see Earth from space without ever leaving your computer chair? Now you can. Breathtaking 4K footage from NASA gives us a rare glimpse of auroras, also known as the northern and southern lights, as seen from the International Space Station.More details: http://on.mash.to/1qWJdj3 Read more…More about Space, Nasa, International Space Station, Us World, and History [Link]
Mashable » Let's explore: The business traveller’s guide to London
Promoted By British AirwaysThe world’s most innovative cities deserve the world’s most innovative aircraft. Amazing things will happen this May when British Airways launches a daily nonstop Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner service linking San Jose and Silicon Valley with London and beyond.The new British Airways direct flight between San Jose and London means that Silicon Valley and the Silicon Roundabout are closer … [Link]
Mashable » This Mark Zuckerberg interview from 2005 features no hoodie, but a whole lot of beer
Facebook's recent F8 conference provided a window into how the company plans to dominate the future. An old interview of Mark Zuckerberg that has resurfaced provides a glimpse of its past. SEE ALSO: Facebook's F8 event in less than 90 seconds The video features Zuckerberg during the very early days of Facebook, back when it was called TheFacebook.com and the … [Link]
Mashable » Mechanics create birthday tribute to Queen Elizabeth II out of car parts
Kwik Fit may have just produced one of the most fitting tributes to the Queen who turns 90 on Thursday. The monarch, who is arguably Britain's most famous mechanic, served during World War II as a mechanic and driver. The portrait, which is created entirely out of car and truck parts, features over 800 components, including spark plugs for the … [Link]
WIRED » Better Call Saul Alignment Check: Episode 10, “Klick”
This season has been a long, circuitous path to war between the McGill brothers—and the finale might just be the show's Fort Sumter. The post Better Call Saul Alignment Check: Episode 10, "Klick" appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » Science Confirms The Obvious: We Hate Being Hot
Environment Which could become a bigger issue over the next century A researcher uses geo-located Tweets to show how the weather affects our emotional well-being. [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Google Cloud Vision API is Now GA
Google has made several announcements within the past week regarding the Google Cloud Platform including the launch of the Google Consumer Surveys API, the general availability of the Google Cloud Vision API with new features, the launch of Google Cloud CDN Beta, and the launch of Autodesk Maya.
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Mashable » Newborn goat triplets need little wool sweaters to keep them warm
Though these Nigerian dwarf goats were born at Sunflower Farm Creamery on Thursday, they've wasted little time getting to know their outdoor surroundings. Dressed in little wool sweaters knitted by a friend of the dairy farm, Arthur, Edith and Eleanor spent their second day on Earth prancing around outside with their mother. Just another clip to add to your "Animals … [Link]
Mashable » World's 'oldest dog' Maggie dies peacefully, sleeping in her basket
Maggie the Kelpie, believed to be the world's oldest dog, passed away while asleep in her basket Sunday night. Maggie, who belonged to Australian dairy farmer, Brian McLaren, was 30 at the time of her death. That's approximately 200 in human years. According to McLaren, Maggie had been happy and healthy up until two days before her death, when she … [Link]
Mashable » A small forest tribe built a DIY drone to stop loggers
For years, a tribe in Guyana has been compiling evidence that loggers were illegally tearing down their forests. But nothing has worked as well as their latest effort: a new drone, which they built using a GoPro-donated camera and some string, with YouTube videos as their guide. The Wapichan tribe, one of several indigenous groups in Guyana, built their fixed-wing drone to … [Link]
Slashdot » Researchers Can Identify You By Your Brain Waves With 100% Accuracy
An anonymous reader writes: Scientists have developed a new system that can identify people using their brain waves or 'brainprint' with 100% accuracy, an advance that may be useful in high-security applications. Researchers at Binghamton University in U.S. recorded the brain activity of 50 people wearing an electroencephalogram (EEG) headset while they looked at a series of 500 images designed … [Link]
Mashable » Airbnb will now tell you how to really 'live' where you vacation
Airbnb wants to be more than a short-term rental booking service, and is doubling down on presenting its hosts as local experts for visitors. The company on Tuesday unveiled new tools to help travelers "live" in the cities they're visiting, along with a marketing campaign called "Live There" to get the word out. SEE ALSO: Airbnb is introducing a tool for … [Link]
Mashable » Modern Hollywood meets the Golden Age of film in Adam Shankman's debut novel
When a performer is an actor, a singer and dancer, they're called a triple threat. But what do you call one who's an actor, dancer, choreographer, director, producer, and a published author? How about Adam Shankman? SEE ALSO: YA authors will take on Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and Catwoman Shankman, whose credits include film (A Walk to Remember, Hairspray), TV (So … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Dementia incidence for over 65s has fallen drastically in UK men
Over the past 20 years, the incidence of dementia has fallen by 41 per cent in men – but only by 2.5 per cent in women, who are more prone to the disease [Link]
Popular Science » The Legacy Of 'Mythbusters': A Q&A With Adam Savage
DIY A lifetime inspiration award for the show that has driven thousands of DIYers Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman redefined the intersection of science, technology, and pop culture. [Link]
Mashable » Phillip the duck lost his flippers, so someone 3D-printed him new ones
After spending some time out in the cold Wisconsin winter, Phillip the duck’s flippers were frostbitten and damaged. Lucky for Phillip, 3D printing has been proliferating in the human world and some of them were happy to help him out. SEE ALSO: Bubbles the 2-legged dog runs around with his 3D-printed cart Vicki Rabe-Harrison, Phillip’s new owner, didn’t want to … [Link]
Slashdot » Human Limbs Evolved From Shark Fins Thanks To Sonic Hedgehog Gene
An anonymous reader shares a report at Mirror: Scientists believe human limbs evolved from the gills of sharks — thanks to a gene named after Sonic the Hedgehog. The discovery comes from analysis of skate, a cartilaginous fish which has much in common with sharks. Limbs, like gills, grow thanks to a vital protein known as the 'Sonic hedgehog gene' … [Link]
WIRED » Clinton Advisors Head to Puerto Rico to Learn About Zika
The goal is to figure out ways to control the virus and help the Puerto Rican people cope. The post Clinton Advisors Head to Puerto Rico to Learn About Zika appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » Valkyrie Might Be The Baddest And Most Gorgeous Plane Ever Made
Aviation It's one of 10 innovations to win a 2016 Invention Award The Valkyrie could be yours for shy of $1 million. [Link]
Mashable » Dinosaurs may have been doomed long before the asteroid hit
Dinosaurs gradually began to die out at least 40 million years before the devastating asteroid impact killed the rest in a dramatic way about 66 million years ago, concludes an extensive new study. The research, outlined in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, is the first to incorporate phylogenetic information — meaning how species are related to … [Link]
Mashable » Take a break for 'Books and Roses', a short story by Helen Oyeyemi
Described as a "magical exploration of keys, puppets and storytelling", What Is Not Yours Is Not Yours, a book of short stories from British author Helen Oyeyemi, is a masterful collection from a uniquely talented author. SEE ALSO: 'What Is Not Yours Is Not Yours' is a magical exploration of keys, puppets and storytelling Oyeyemi will be stopping by Mashable … [Link]
Mashable » 4 questions about the rumored 'PlayStation 4.5' you should be asking
Sony is up to something, we know that much. Rumors of a souped-up PlayStation 4 — often referred to as "PS4.5" or "PS4K" — have been kicking around for the past month. Now, those rumors have picked up additional steam with a pile-on of hardware specs. SEE ALSO: NASA releases glorious 4K footage of Earth as seen from the ISS … [Link]
Mashable » Magic Leap augmented reality video includes Snapchat and a new way to shop
The secretive Florida-based startup called Magic Leap, which has been promising something that sounds like the next level in augmented reality, has released new footage of its system in action. See also: Google and Others Sink $542 Million Into Mystery Virtual Reality Venture Released on Tuesday, the footage is the most elaborate we've seen in terms of showing exactly how … [Link]
Popular Science » This Norwegian Undersea Snakebot Wriggles Through Obstacles
Technology Sea of worms Norwegian snakebot for oil reasons. [Link]
Popular Science » 'Power Rangers' First Look: Elizabeth Banks Stars As Rita Repulsa
Entertainment The villain gains a much needed edge in reboot of the cult classic Rita Repulsa looks much more fierce in the reboot. [Link]
WIRED » Pinterest Reinvents Itself to Prove It’s Really Worth Billions
To fulfill its promise, Pinterest needs to transcend its core audience. Now the company is betting big that better tech and design can make that happen. The post Pinterest Reinvents Itself to Prove It's Really Worth Billions appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » Popular Dark Web Market Disappears, Users Migrate In Panic
An anonymous reader cites an article on Motherboard: Like the changing of the seasons, a natural stage in the dark web marketplace life cycle has once again manifested. Nucleus market, which primarily sold illegal drugs such as cocaine, methamphetamine, and cannabis, has disappeared: The site is unresponsive, and the market administrators have not made any announcements about planned downtime. This … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Pollutants found in fish we eat can compromise body’s defences
Some chemicals detected in yellowfin tuna stop cells expelling harmful molecules, raising new questions about how cocktails of pollutants affect health [Link]
Mashable » Has Coachella become a circus of spectacle?
Is Coachella just the fashion show Palm Springs never knew it needed? After watching what transpired at the music festival over the weekend, Coachella now apparently mirrors more of a circus than a concert. It's like the twilight zone of fashion week. SEE ALSO: Coachella weekend 1 in photos: Here's what you're missing Among the sea of bunny rabbit … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Zika may bring a wave of mental health problems in future years
Birth defects caused by Zika virus have dominated the news. Less well-known is the chance it could cause mental illness in later life, says Harriet Washington [Link]
Mashable » AC/DC's Brian Johnson opens up about hearing loss: 'I risked total deafness'
AC/DC's lead singer Brian Johnson is opening up about the hearing loss scare that caused him to stop touring. He announced last month that he was quitting the band's "Rock or Bust" tour. And in a new statement Tuesday, Johnson said he wants "personally to explain" why he quit. "On March 7th, after a series of examinations by leading physicians in … [Link]
Slashdot » Kindle Unlimited Scammers Gaming the System At the Expense of Real Authors
Reader saccade writes: Kindle Unlimited is Amazon's book service that lets customers "check out" any book from a large selection without paying for individual titles. Like most things on the Internet, it's fallen prey to scammers. The system is designed to pay authors out of a single pool of money based on how many pages of their books are actually … [Link]
Mashable » When weed activists held a massive 'smoke-in' on the National Mall
Image: David Fenton/Getty ImagesIn the summer of 1970, the United States was at a moment of deep disharmony, with a pervasive sense of national outrage surrounding the bombing of Cambodia and the Kent State massacreSupporters of President Nixon decided to organize an “Honor America Day” rally for the Fourth of July, and enlisted comedian Bob Hope and evangelist Billy Graham to … [Link]
Mashable » Ball boy face-plants into wall, laughs it off like a pro
This ball boy manning the sidelines at the Barcelona Open had a tough game on Monday. After catching two tennis balls from Teymuraz Gabashvili during the player's match against Nicolás Almagro, the ball boy ran back to his spot on the wall with just a bit too much enthusiasm. But like any true professional, he just laughed it off. Relatable … [Link]
Mashable » Relatable human Taylor Swift shows off her home, which is naturally decorated with awards
In addition to inviting Vogue to her BFF's wedding, Taylor Swift invited the magazine into her home for a rapid-fire quiz on all things Taylor Swift — and she was peak Tay. She shows the reporter around her Beverly Hills home, which has awards in every room and a Scrabble board reading "Hello Vogue" ready and waiting. Taylor's favorite TV … [Link]
Mashable » Email gets nonprofits donations, but young donors live on social and mobile
Nonprofits don’t need to be complete digital masterminds to find success, but they do need to apply a digital lens to their work to stay relevant — especially if they want to rake in donations. The proof is in the 2016 M+R Benchmarks Study, an annual report published by communications agency M+R and the Nonprofit Technology Network, which will be released … [Link]
Mashable » Guy defaces museum property with the help of a face-swapping app
Technology has offered a way to make museum trips so much more than just an educational bore. Jake Marshall spent a day at the British Museum in London and learned a ton while he was there. In fact, he really became the art thanks to his phone's face swapping feature. SEE ALSO: Russian museum's newest employee is a big orange cat … [Link]
WIRED » What It Takes to Keep a 7,700-Foot Floating Bridge From Doom
The science of floating concrete bridges, courtesy of the people who do it best. The post What It Takes to Keep a 7,700-Foot Floating Bridge From Doom appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » Magic Leap's Newest Project Is HoloLens Meets Google Glass
Technology Check out the demo video below Magic Leap has released a video captured through the eyes of their latest device. Here's what it looks like… [Link]
Mashable » Ben and Jerry of Ben & Jerry's arrested during demonstrations in Washington D.C.
WASHINGTON — The co-founders of Ben & Jerry's have been arrested at the U.S. Capitol as part of ongoing protests in Washington about the role of money in politics. Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield were among approximately 300 people who were arrested Monday as part of protests by a group called Democracy Awakening. 
Ben and Jerry, just before they were … [Link]
Mashable » Coachella visitors tried to mail their taxes from the fest's fake post office
Shoutout to all the millennials who file their own taxes, or at least know to mail them by the right date. Even so, it seems questionable at best to bring said tax forms to Coachella, the California music festival currently in progress in Indio. (Weekend 1 happened a few days ago; Weekend 2 begins this coming Friday.) The festival's campground … [Link]
Mashable » This smart mattress tells you if your partner is cheating
Sleep tracking is nothing new, but one company wants to track when your mattress is being used, especially if you're not home. A Spanish-based mattress company Durmet is touting its new Smarttress mattress with what it calls a Lover Detection System, which sends alerts to your smartphone if a partner may be cheating SEE ALSO: 4 smart appliances for a more … [Link]
Mashable » Husky pup with a husky voice just wants to say 'I love you'
In case you want to feel all lovey dovey today, this vocal husky is here to help. When her owner asks her to, "say hello," she does just that. She also says, "I love you." If only our friends and spouses and parents were this emotionally available. Ball boy face-plants into wall, laughs it off like a pro Relatable human … [Link]
Mashable » Formula One head says women 'wouldn’t be taken seriously' in the sport
British Business magnate Bernie Ecclestone may want to rethink that whole public speaking thing. Ecclestone, chief executive of Formula One (F1) racing series, said women would not be "taken seriously" in the sport, among a slew of other controversial comments he made on Tuesday morning. As part of a panel at during Advertising Week Europe, held in London, Ecclestone was … [Link]
Popular Science » It's (Funding) Crunch Time For Zika Research
From Our Blogs: Under The Microscope A smaller amount of Zika virus funding means research into this disease must be prioritized. What should be the target? With Zika virus continuing to cause concern, researchers are asking for funds to help allay fears. But with a smaller funding pot, priorities need to be made. [Link]
Slashdot » Americans Abandoning Wired Home Internet, Shows Study
An anonymous reader writes: Americans as a whole are growing less likely than before to have residential broadband, according to new data on a sample of 53,000 Americans. In plain English, they're abandoning their wired Internet for a mobile-data-only diet — and if the trend continues, it could reflect a huge shift in the way we experience the Web. The … [Link]
Mashable » Afropunk's 2016 lineup includes Ice Cube, Janelle Monae, Tyler, the Creator
The 2016 Afropunk festival lineup is here. Ice Cube, Tyler, the Creator, TV on the Radio, Janelle Monáe and more will headline the Brooklyn-based event, which takes place Aug. 27-28. Other key acts include Flying Lotus, CeeLo Green, the Internet and George Clinton. The festival, now in its 11th year, will take place once again at Commodore Barry Park. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
Mashable » 12-year-old Israeli girl discovers ancient Egyptian amulet
JERUSALEM — A 12-year-old Israeli girl has discovered an ancient Egyptian amulet dating back more than 3,200 years to the days of the Pharaohs. SEE ALSO: Scan of King Tut's burial tomb in Egypt reveals hidden rooms Neshama Spielman and her family took part in the Temple Mount Sifting Project, an initiative to sort through earth discarded from the area … [Link]
Popular Science » An Island Fit For A Bond Villain
Technology The new lifestyle for the rich and famous It's got enough juice to flee the scene from any disruptive 99 percent rabble-rousers. [Link]
Mashable » Women are tweeting their experiences of being sexually harassed during childhood
LONDON — Women are sharing their experiences of sexism, sexual harassment, sexual violence and discrimination they went through as minors using the #WhenIWas hashtag. The hashtag was started by the EverydaySexism project, which called on women to reveal how young they were when they first experienced sexism and sexual harassment. SEE ALSO: Ariana Grande claps back at a sexist Facebook … [Link]
Mashable » Here's why logging in with your Google account isn't working right now
Google’s tool for logging into third-party services went down Tuesday morning, paralyzing individuals and organizations who depend on it to access various systems and services. Google OAuth is the system that enables you do log into a service (like, say, Etsy or Trello) with your Google or Gmail account. Many Twitter users reported the API associated with Google OAuth wasn't working … [Link]
Mashable » Woman combines her love of horses and yoga to achieve neigh-maste
Who needs a yoga mat when you've got a horse, right? Angela Nuñez — aka "horse yoga girl" — sure doesn't. A lover of both yoga and horses, Nuñez combin~ the two hobbies, resulting in the impressively athletic and beautiful practice of horse yoga. SEE ALSO: This 72-year-old grandfather's yoga moves will put yours to shame Mashable spoke with Nuñez, who works as a … [Link]
Slashdot » Apple Launches MacBook 2016 With Intel Skylake Processor, Longer Battery Life
Apple, on Tuesday, announced a refresh for its 12-inch MacBook laptop. The 2016 MacBook comes with an Intel Skylake processor — sixth-generation dual-core Intel Core M model, offering up to 1.3 GHz clock speed with Turbo Boost speeds of up to 3.1 GHz, faster 1866 MHz memory, and a 'rose gold' color variant. Apple assures 10 hours of wireless Web … [Link]
Popular Science » Meet The Tiniest Crop Duster
Environment A new strategy to keep plant pathogens at bay A potential new way for bees to protect their colonies from destruction. [Link]
New Scientist – News » Unprecedented global warming as 2016 approaches 1.5 °C mark
Temperatures could soar to 1.3 °C or more above pre-industrial levels this year, taking us alarmingly close to 1.5 °C before the Paris deal even comes into effect [Link]
Mashable » Device claims to 'turn off' cramps: Hoax or hope?
If you get menstrual cramps, you know how absolutely debilitating they can be. And most of us want to minimize our intake of pain medication. Livia seeks to change the way we treat cramps. The new device, which launched in early April, is currently seeking funding on Indiegogo. It promises to "shut off" menstrual cramps through electrical impulses. SEE ALSO: Whoopi Goldberg … [Link]
WIRED » The History and Future of VR
WIRED’s editor-in-chief, Scott Dadich, talks with the author of our May issue cover story to talk about WIRED's long history with VR—and what's coming next. The post The History and Future of VR appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » See early football players go airborne during kicking practice
1929Joe Le Maistre of Tufts.Image: Leslie Jones Collection/Boston Public LibraryThough today the roles of kicker and punter are reserved for specialized members of a football team, in the early years of the game, when small rosters required players to play both offense and defense, players in all positions were expected to practice kicking skills.Before the pointy-ended shape of an American football … [Link]
Mashable » Rainbow face highlighter makes it look like a leprechaun licked your beautiful face
Nothing will make you feel more ready to face the dreary day than wearing a rainbow on your face. Etsy seller Bitter Lace Beauty, a purveyor of handmade makeup palettes and other quirky and sparkly goods, makes a highlighter called Prism, which is swiped on the face to make a shiny rainbow. SEE ALSO: How to perfect effortless, flamboyant festival … [Link]
Popular Science » New Macbooks Here! Get Your New Macbooks Here!
Gadgets Enter the Pinkbook It's here. [Link]
Mashable » The pink MacBook is real, y'all
Apple today updated its 12-inch MacBook with new processors, and made minor updates to its MacBook Air line as well. But all of that pales in comparison with the fact that the 12-inch MacBook is now available in rose gold color. That's right, ladies and gentleman, the pink MacBook exists. SEE ALSO: Apple filed a patent for a MacBook keyboard … [Link]
WIRED » Vizio’s New 4K TVs Are Crazy-Capable and Crazy-Cheap
The 2016 Vizio M series TVs offer many of the same features as its higher-end P series, including 6-inch tablets for your Google Castin' needs. The post Vizio's New 4K TVs Are Crazy-Capable and Crazy-Cheap appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Mexican volcano erupts in fiery timelapse video
Mexico's Popocatépetl erupted on Monday, spewing lava and ash into the air high above the towering mountain. The fiery show was captured in a timelapse video. Authorities say the volcanic ash rose nearly two miles into the sky, and the area is still under a heightened alert for further volcanic activity. SEE ALSO: Rare images of a remote sub-Antarctic volcano erupting In … [Link]
Mashable » What's the best Shakespeare play ever written? Round 2 of 'This Be Madness'
To thine own favorite Shakespeare play be true. It's time for Round 2 of our This Be Madness Shakespeare bracket! In honor of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death on April 23, we're hosting a competition to find the greatest Shakespeare play ever written. SEE ALSO: N 'Sync lyrics written by Shakespeare are all thou ever wanted Each day from April … [Link]
Popular Science » The Synthetic Butcher Shop: How Science Will Make Cows Obsolete
Technology Moove over Six ways we have begun to redefine our uses for bovines. [Link]
Mashable » Princes William and Harry took the 'Star Wars' set visit of your dreams
LONDON — It turns out Prince William and Prince Harry are pretty big Star Wars fans. SEE ALSO: 'Star Wars' themed martial arts class is perfect for young Jedis On Monday, it was announced by the official Kensington Palace account that the two of them would be paying a visit to the Star Wars film set at Pinewood Studios the … [Link]
WIRED » Apple Made Its Slick MacBook Faster—And Way Rose Gold-er
In case you've been looking for a laptop everyone will notice. The post Apple Made Its Slick MacBook Faster—And Way Rose Gold-er appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Snow-white cat has the most magical blue and green eyes
Life kind of sucks when a cat is a thousand times prettier than you are. Aloş, a cat from Turkey, dazzles with a mesmerizing set of peepers that will make humans and felines swoon. The stark white cat has one bright blue eye and another that's a beautiful shade of green. “His eyes are the most beautiful in the world to … [Link]
Popular Science » Meet A Real Man Of Steel
DIY James Hobson builds exoskeletons that give him superhuman strength James Hobson wants to build strength-enhancing exoskeletons. [Link]
Popular Science » Your Toolbox Is Calling
Technology Control your drill with a smartphone app The Milwaukee One-Key line lets you control your drill with a smartphone app. [Link]
Popular Science » Concept Art: A Train Powered By The Tides
Entertainment Hyperloop meets surfboard Dispatch from the Future is a series that imagines—through words and images—how humanity will live in the decades and centuries to come. [Link]
Popular Science » Why Hasn't The U.S. Adopted The Metric System?
Science Short answer: It's complicated Have a burning question? Email it to askanything@popsci.com… [Link]
Popular Science » This Artist Uses Bacteria As Paint
DIY Paint by microbes Sarah Berman paints with genetically modified bacteria… [Link]
Popular Science » Can Your Genes Make You Kill?
Health Science's search for the roots of violence Is there a genetic link between Ted Bundy and Adam Lanza? Can your genes make you kill? [Link]
Popular Science » Three Projects That Reinvent Breakfast
DIY Jazz up the most important meal of the day Makers have hacked cereal, created a bacon alarm clock, and built a waffle-cooking robot. [Link]
Mashable » Cheaper Vizio 4K TVs with built-in Google Cast are here
Cutting-edge technology always comes at a premium for early adopters, but it never stays premium for long. After launching its new P-Series 4K TVs with built-in Google Cast last month, Vizio, the most notable affordable TV maker, is bringing the feature to its lower-priced TVs. SEE ALSO: Vizio's new 4K TVs come with Google Cast built right in The 2016 … [Link]
Slashdot » NASA Feed 'Goes Down As Horseshoe UFO Appears On ISS Live Cam'
schwit1 quotes a report from Mirror Online: NASA has been accused of an alien cover up after a live International Space Station feed appearing to show a horseshoe UFO suddenly went down. Conspiracy theorists are having a field day over the sighting of the strange U-shaped object hovering on the horizon of the the ISS. They claim NASA 'cut the … [Link]
Mashable » This Indian state requires users to get a government permit to create WhatsApp groups
While WhatsApp introduced end-to-end encryption for all users two weeks ago, users in the conflict-ridden Kupwara district in north Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir will require a license to start WhatsApp news group. See also: WhatsApp encryption may have made the messaging app illegal in India A new circular issued by the district magistrate of Kupwara asks for the mandatory … [Link]
Mashable » A Vine tour of the recreated Palmyra Arch in London's Trafalgar Square
LONDON — A monumental replica of the Arch of Triumph in Palmyra, destroyed by The Islamic State (ISIS) in Syria, has been erected in London's Trafalgar Square. The scale model of the 2000-year-old arch has been produced by the Institute of Digital Technology from Egyptian marble using 3D technology. The six-metre (20 foot) installation, which will be on display at … [Link]
Mashable » Sneezing wombat understands your seasonal allergy struggles
Someone get some tissues. An adorable wombat at the Sleepy Burrows Wombat Sanctuary in New South Wales Australia was struck with a sudden sneezing attack. Those of us with debilitating seasonal allergies know your struggle, little guy. Fan edits all 'Game of Thrones' Season 6 promo footage into one mega trailer This stuntman backflipping over a speeding Formula E car … [Link]
Mashable » Stephen Colbert shows Hillary Clinton how to eat cheesecake in public
Life in the public eye means never eating a slice of Junior's cheesecake in front of the press— even if you want to. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton shared this insight with Late Show host Stephen Colbert while the two dined at New York's Carnegie Deli on Monday night's episode. "It's awkward eating in front of the press … They … [Link]
WIRED » The Untold Story of Magic Leap, the World’s Most Secretive Startup
Virtual reality is posed to become a fundamental technology, and outfits like Magic Leap have an opportunity to become some of the largest companies ever. The post The Untold Story of Magic Leap, the World's Most Secretive Startup appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » DJI’s Newest Drone Is a Professional-Grade Flying HD Eye
The M600 is not messing around. The post DJI's Newest Drone Is a Professional-Grade Flying HD Eye appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Little boy has the most adorable reaction to going flying for the first time
These guys are proving to be a pretty big hit on YouTube. Michael McMahon shared the above video, which shows him taking his younger brother Robbie on his first ever flight, last week. SEE ALSO: Mum gets best excuse from her son for scrawled drawing on mirror "My brother Robbie has Williams syndrome and I had the honour of taking … [Link]
Mashable » NASA releases glorious 4K footage of Earth as seen from the ISS
NASA is on fire: Shortly after releasing beautiful, high resolution footage of Aurora Borealis, the agency posted a 4K video of Earth, as seen from the International Space Station. Of course, to enjoy the video in all its glory, you should watch it on a 4K-capable monitor, and switch the video quality setting to "2160p 4K." The footage was taken … [Link]
WIRED » Why Tesla’s Model X Is Giving Some Drivers Double Vision
Some drivers say the Tesla Model X's windshield causes double vision at night. The post Why Tesla's Model X Is Giving Some Drivers Double Vision appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » 'Star Wars' themed martial arts class is perfect for young Jedis
Working out would probably be more fun if we could do it with lightsabers. One martial arts instructor is now teaching kids how to be at one with the Force. Using a lightsaber to combine traditional sword techniques with the twirls and turns you see in the movie series, kids can now get into martial arts and become a Jedi, … [Link]
Mashable » Landed a new gig? Here's what you need to know before signing any noncompete agreement.
Congratulations, you’ve been offered the jobs of your dreams — now just sign away any future career prospects for the next several years and it’s all yours. Noncompete agreements were once limited to executive-level hires, but as The Washington Post reported last year, more employers are asking their workers to sign noncompete agreements for a variety of low- and moderate-paying jobs. According … [Link]
Mashable » Tesla autopilot saves driver from collision, Elon Musk approves
Tesla's Autopilot feature is often mentioned in the context of the vehicle driving itself, but it's actually much more of an assistance for the driver — and in certain situations, it can save you from an imminent crash. That's what happened to Model S driver Joshua Brown, whose car automatically moved out of the way of a truck that nearly … [Link]
Mashable » 15 weird and wonderful Etsy buys to celebrate the Queen's birthday
LONDON — Exasperated with egg cups? Livid with letter openers? If you've had enough of the same old boring, corporate-branded Queen swag, check out Etsy for your new favourite things to help you celebrate Queen Elizabeth's 90th birthday. SEE ALSO: This website proves the Queen has always been cooler than you The Queen has seen and done an awful lot … [Link]
Mashable » Job hunting? This will help get your social media profiles recruiter-ready.
If you’ve amassed a large, diverse social media collection, it’s safe to say you’re probably having a hard time keeping up with them all. Facebook you can do. Facebook and LinkedIn? Easy. Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter? Making it work. But Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instagram and Snapchat? You can barely remember all the passwords, let alone what and when you should be … [Link]
WIRED » Stanford Is About to Have the Dopest Map Collection on Earth
Cartophiles only. The post Stanford Is About to Have the Dopest Map Collection on Earth appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » How on God’s Green Earth Is the B-52 Still in Service?
The B-52's now in action fighting ISIS—and could spend another 40 years in the air. The post How on God's Green Earth Is the B-52 Still in Service? appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » LGBTQ+ comic books blast away lazy stereotypes with awesome superheroes
LONDON — A comic book series featuring LGBTQ+ superheroes is to be published following a successful Kickstarter campaign. The Pride's plot centres on protagonist FabMan, who decides he's had enough of the poor representation, treatment and media coverage of LGBTQ+ superheroes, and resolves to form his own group of "queer powerhouses". 
Image: the prideFabMan's team includes Wolf, Muscle Mary, Twink, Bear, Frost, Angel, White … [Link]
WIRED » Sweeping Scenes From Bizarre News Stories Around the Globe
People get the news 24/7. Stefen Chow is interested in the stories you probably haven't heard of. The post Sweeping Scenes From Bizarre News Stories Around the Globe appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Entrancing Animated Trading Cards Reveal the Surprising Beauty of Viruses
Designer and neurobiologist Eleanor Lutz created a series of awesome virus trading cards. The post Entrancing Animated Trading Cards Reveal the Surprising Beauty of Viruses appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » A griffin invaded this group of hat-wearing eagles. Can you find it?
Did you know a group of eagles is called a convocation? Well, a griffin has hidden itself in this convocation and we need your help to find it. Somewhere in the cadre of cavorting eagles wearing hats lies a devious creature. Please, locate it and protect these beautiful birds. SEE ALSO: Can you find the potato in this sea of … [Link]
Mashable » Marriott has new rewards offerings (and you don't need a ton of points)
Marriott wants to make its rewards program appealing to all 60 million of its members — not just the road warriors who have racked up piles of points. The hotel company has been revamping offerings, adding three new benefits on Tuesday that include an "experiences marketplace" in which guests can access curated events, as well as an Elite Concierge Service and … [Link]
WIRED » Exclusive Footage of What It’s Like to See Through Magic Leap
An exclusive WIRED clip of what daily computing with Magic Leap technology could be like. Recorded directly through Magic Leap technology. The post Exclusive Footage of What It’s Like to See Through Magic Leap appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » AR, VR, MR: Making Sense of Magic Leap and the Future of Reality
There are so many different types of experiences, it can be tough to know which one you're living through. The post AR, VR, MR: Making Sense of Magic Leap and the Future of Reality appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » The Super-Rugged VR Camera You Need for Your Next Safari
Condition One has announced a new VR camera: The Bison, which is made for the kind of run-and-gun documentary shooting the production company is known for. The post The Super-Rugged VR Camera You Need for Your Next Safari appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » This stuntman backflipping over a speeding Formula E car is completely terrifying
As far as stunts go, this has to be one of the most nail-biting to watch. Jumping over a racing car would be ridiculous enough — in fact scratch that, even riding in one would be more than enough for us — but stuntman Damien Walters goes one step further in the clip above: he faces away from the damn … [Link]
Mashable » Jeremy Clarkson shows just how different the former 'Top Gear' team looked when they were young
We all have pictures we should probably keep hidden, but for Jeremy Clarkson, this is not an issue. Clarkson uploaded to Twitter a picture of himself, James May and Richard Hammond of what they looked like in their younger days. SEE ALSO: The first 'Top Gear' trailer is a high-octane feast of fast (and slow) cars Captioning it, "Two of … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Why super-gonorrhoea is spreading and may soon be untreatable
England’s public health agency has launched an “incident response” because it has discovered more cases of gonorrhoea that are resistant to nearly all antibiotics [Link]
Mashable » Patrick Stewart shares picture of himself in drag, gets compared to Helen Mirren
LONDON — Sir Patrick Stewart is normally a pretty easy-to-recognise guy — with his distinguished gray beard, bald head and twinkling eyes, the former space captain wouldn't be hard to pick out of a line-up. That wasn't the case on Monday night, though. SEE ALSO: 29 times Patrick Stewart was hands down the most awesome guy on Twitter While presumably … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 19 April 2016
Security Controls for Computer Systems — Declassified 1970s DoD security document is still relevant today. (via Ars Technica) Checking Up on Dataflow Analyses — notable for a very easy to follow introduction to what dataflow analysis is. Long after the … [Link]
Mashable » Fresh controversy over Kohinoor diamond after Indian government says it was gifted to Britain
The controversy over the ownership of the fabled Kohinoor, one of the world's largest diamonds, has got a new twist. The Indian government said that the diamond was neither "stolen nor forcibly taken away," but was gifted to the English East India company, which ruled over parts of the Indian subcontinent in the 19th century. See also: Indians want the famous … [Link]
Mashable » Chinese users rattled by Twitter hiring former state-affiliated exec as its China chief
Last week, Twitter hired Kathy Chen to be its new head of China, despite the social network being blocked in the country. But Chen's former history working for the Chinese military has sent waves across the Twittersphere, especially among Chinese users who fear this means Twitter plans to start working closely with the Communist government, which has shown no hesitation … [Link]
Slashdot » Mysterious Gamma-Ray Burst May Be Linked To Gravitational Wave Find
mdsolar quotes a report from Los Angeles Times: After a decades-long search, scientists announced early this year that they had detected gravitational waves probably coming from the merger of two black holes back in September. Now, a team of scientists using NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope say they spotted a brief flash of gamma rays that occurred less than half … [Link]
Mashable » TheSkimm fixed email newsletters — now it wants to fix your calendar
It's the modern morning routine: Wake up, rub eyes, check phone — usually your email and/or calendar. Carly Zakin and Danielle Weisberg know it all too well. Their emails tell them what they need to know. Their calendars tell them what they need to be ready for. "It's sad but it's true that when I wake up in the morning, … [Link]
Mashable » Smog in Chiang Mai reaches unhealthy levels for 4th consecutive day
With smog levels at an all-time high in Chiang Mai, Thailand, thousands of residents are now dealing with pollution-related health issues. Between the period of April 3 to 9, doctors treated up to 447 patients for eye inflammations, while 8,747 had heart problems, 4,638 were diagnosed with respiratory disorders, and 539 suffered from skin irritations. Southeast Asia is currently dealing … [Link]
Mashable » Finally, UberX is coming to Sydney Airport
Travellers flying into Sydney Airport, Australia, will soon be able to jump in an UberX to cruise to their destination. No more ridiculous cab fares or crazy lines, in the near future you will be able to order an UberX on your app as your flight lands and your driver will be waiting at the door. SEE ALSO: Uber wants … [Link]
Mashable » Daisy Ridley shares a powerful message about self esteem on social media
LONDON — Star Wars actress Daisy Ridley took to Instagram on Monday evening to share a message about the dangers of social media. Ridley, who has previously spoken out against a body-shamer who circulated a meme about her, shared a photo with the words, "I woke up like this #nofilter #nomakeup" branded across it — but the caption she included below … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Science isn’t as solid as it should be – but science can fix it
Unconscious biases and data-torturing are weakening our knowledge base – but unlike politicians and bankers, scientists aren't covering up their failings [Link]
Mashable » Delhi's first dog cafe will bowl you over with its cute canines
Delhi has just got its first dog café, Puppychino, where dog owners can pamper their pets with delicious food and games, and canine lovers can cuddle with furry visitors and get their fill of puppy kisses. See also: Rescued stray dog gets an adorable makeover on Instagram Puppychino is the brainchild of sisters Naini and Mallika Tandon, who wanted to open … [Link]
Mashable » Pearl Jam cancel North Carolina concert over anti-LGBT law
Pearl Jam have opted out of their North Carolina gig, becoming the latest act to cancel a show in the state because of a law that limits the rights of the LGBT community. SEE ALSO: Bruce Springsteen cancels North Carolina show in response to anti-LGBT law The new law blocks anti-discrimination rules that protected gay and transgender people. The rock … [Link]
Mashable » Apple Pay comes to Singapore
SINGAPORE — Apple has launched Apple Pay in Singapore, but it's just for American Express-issued cards for now. The company announced Tuesday the mobile payment service has gone live here, becoming the sixth country after the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Australia and China to have it. Amex confirmed in October last year it will follow with Hong Kong and Spain … [Link]
Mashable » A decade late, Americans have finally discovered Empire of the Sun
Australians know all too well the dance pop tracks of musical duo Empire of the Sun, as their music was the soundtrack for so many parties and long days in the sun in the late-2000s. Somehow, the duo's 2008 hit "Walking On A Dream" has made an incredible resurgence in 2016 — except it is all the way over in … [Link]
Mashable » Desolate photographs capture the disappearing pubs of the Australian outback
No matter how small the town, you can be certain that there will be a pub that will greet weary travellers at the end of a long road trip in Australia. Unfortunately, these country pubs are slowly vanishing, closing in the midst of a declining rural economy, or left behind to rot after disaster strikes. SEE ALSO: These photos capture … [Link]
Mashable » How to take a beauty website from an Australian garage to China
Australian online beauty retailer Adore Beauty is taking on China and its more than one billion consumers. Founded in 2000, Adore Beauty is the work of Kate Morris, who just happened to guess that people would love to shop for skincare online in "the very, very early dot com days." Adore began as a garage business, she told Mashable Australia, getting started thanks … [Link]
Mashable » Taliban launch deadly bombing attack on Afghan capital
LONDON — Armed militants in Afghanistan have staged a coordinated assault on a key government security agency in the capital Tuesday morning, wounding nearly 200 people and killing several people. The Taliban has claimed responsibility. SEE ALSO: Taliban faction claims Pakistan bombing that killed 65 The attack, including a suicide car bombing, appears to have targeted an agency similar to the … [Link]
Mashable » Australian tutor goes on Weibo rants against Chinese students
An Australian university tutor has resigned after he allegedly made derogatory comments towards Chinese students on social media, although his supporters claim it is an act of suppression by the Chinese government. Wu Wei, a head finance tutor at the University of Sydney School of Business, became the subject of controversy after it was discovered he had labelled mainland Chinese students … [Link]
Mashable » 10 haikus that capture love in the time of Tinder
Tinder, and a host of similar apps, have changed love and dating as we knew it. To celebrate International Haiku Poetry Day on Apr. 17, Tinder India partnered with poetry writing app HaikuJAM to crowdsource haikus or short poems on the themes of first dates, finding love and making connections. See also: 6 Indian women spill the beans on what makes … [Link]
Mashable » China launches new tourism campaign to combat uncivilised behaviour
In a bid to educate its people on proper tourist conduct, the Chinese government launched a new tourism campaign in Beijing on Friday. Aimed at encouraging civilised behaviour while traveling overseas and within the country, this effort sponsored by the National Tourism Administration comes amid various embarrassing incidents where Chinese tourists were caught behaving badly while traveling. The latest episode … [Link]
Mashable » Restaurateur beaten to death by alleged Chinese government officials dining free
A restaurant owner from Nanzhao county in Henan, China, has died from injuries sustained after he was brutally attacked by four men, three of which are allegedly government officials. According to Huashuang Newspaper, the incident took place on Saturday when the four men were dining at Li Jinming's restaurant. Li's son, Li Xiangyang, told reporters that the group of men … [Link]
Slashdot » Verizon and Hearst Team Up To Buy Complex Media
An anonymous reader quotes a report from TechCrunch: Verizon Wireless and Hearst Corp. are set to jointly acquire Complex Media. The "video-first" lifestyle site, focused on pop-culture trends and general entertainment, will continue to operate independently, albeit with Verizon and Hearst now each owning 50 percent stakes in the company. Complex CEO and co-founder Rich Antoniello will continue to lead … [Link]
Mashable » Powerful winds whip through Tokyo, tear down scaffolding on 9-storey building
Just days after violent earthquakes hit southern Japan, the country's capital city of Tokyo is dealing with powerful gusts of wind. SEE ALSO: Drone footage reveals full extent of Japan earthquake damage On Sunday, people passing through Seiseki Sakuragaoka station got a shock when the winds picked up and brought down the scaffolding and facade of a nearby nine-storey building … [Link]
Mashable » A South Korean fried chicken joint has to pay Louis Vuitton $12,750 for using its name
French luxury house Louis Vuitton is not one to mess with, especially if you're going to use its name to sell fried chicken. The owner of South Korean fried chicken restaurant "Louis Vuitton Dak" — tondak in Korean means whole chicken — has been ordered by a district court to pay a 14.5 million won ($12,750) fine to Louis Vuitton … [Link]
Mashable » 'Better Call Saul' Season 2 finale: Big Brother is always watching
One of the surprising joys of Better Call Saul has (ironically) been the drama’s distance from Breaking Bad’s iconic story lines and its patient exploration of Jimmy McGill’s pre-Saul Goodman life. For many Breaking Bad mega fans, this slow-burn series may not satisfy their need for bullets, plot twists, and nail-biter moments. But what the show creators — Vince Gilligan and … [Link]
WIRED » You Want to Build an Empire Like Google’s? This Is Your OS
Google called it Borg, and for many years, it was among the company’s best-kept secrets. Borg ran just about everything within the company, including Google Search, Gmail, Google Maps, Google Docs, and any other Google service you can think of—not to mention the private services you and I never see. Basically, it provided a way of parceling […] The post You … [Link]
Slashdot » NASA: Top 10 Space Junk Missions
coondoggie writes: NASA' s Orbital Debris Program Office said that by far the source of the greatest amount of orbital debris remains the Fengyun-1C spacecraft, which was the target of a People's Republic of China anti-satellite test in January 2007. Much more debris is now floating around Earth's atmosphere since the six years NASA last looked at the top 10 … [Link]
Mashable » Michigan governor pledges to drink Flint water for a month
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder will drink Flint water at home and at work for at least a month to show to residents it is safe with the use of a faucet filter, he said Monday. SEE ALSO: Michigan 'fundamentally accountable' for Flint crisis, inquiry finds The Republican governor, who has apologized for his administration's role in the city's lead-tainted water … [Link]
Mashable » Terrifying video shows firefighters fleeing fire tornado
Some dramatic moments caught on video show firefighters in St. Albert, Alberta, Canada fleeing a dangerous fire tornado that threatened to engulf them. SEE ALSO: Huge fire engulfs popular Ubud Market in Bali The footage was shot last week but recently surfaced, showing firefighters battling the blaze. The fire began as a campfire that burned out of control and some … [Link]
Mashable » That cool Apple Watch battery charger band just got canceled
The dream of charging your Apple Watch with a battery-powered band is officially dead, for now This time last year, a third-party accessory maker discovered a hidden port on the Apple Watch and decided to create a product around the feature — a wristband that would power up your Apple wearable on the go. In fact, the company promised that the … [Link]
Mashable » Groom crashes rented $342,000 Ferrari into wall on his wedding day
It was the best day of their lives … it was the worst day of their lives. SEE ALSO: A Lamborghini driving into floodwaters just taught us all an important lesson A British groom — with his bride riding shotgun — crashed a rented $342,000 Ferrari 458 Spider into his friend's home in Burnley, Lancashire after his foot slipped onto the … [Link]
Mashable » Android may be getting its own version of 3D Touch
Android users may soon get their own version of Apple's 3D Touch. When Google rolled out its second preview of Android N to developers, we noted the new home screen shortcuts feature offered a nice counterpoint to Apple's 3D Touch. Now we know the feature is a lot more like 3D Touch than we thought, as Google has confirmed it … [Link]
Mashable » Meet the man who is writing one song for each of the 700+ Pokémon
When Pennsylvania-based songwriter Jacob Newman was looking for inspiration, he turned to one of his favorite things: Pokémon. That was more than seven months ago, and he hasn't looked back sinceThe 24-year-old, who goes by the stage name Jacob Norman Chainsaw-Arm, found troves of material within some of his favorite characters, eventually vowing to craft an individualized tune for each … [Link]
Mashable » Joss Whedon says he felt like 'a miserable failure' after 'Avengers: Age of Ultron'
Joss Whedon is back — and there's a lot he wants to say. At a Tribeca Film Festival chat with Mark Ruffalo on Monday, the director opened up about his career and new movies he's got coming up, frankly discussing some of the highs and lows of his recent work. Naturally, the conversation turned pretty quickly to Avengers: Age of Ultron, … [Link]
Mashable » 'Everybody Loves Raymond' star Doris Roberts dies at 90
LOS ANGELES — Doris Roberts, who played the tart-tongued, endlessly meddling mother on Everybody Loves Raymond, has died, a family spokeswoman said. She was 90. Roberts died overnight in her sleep, spokeswoman Janet Daily said Monday. Daily was told of the death by Roberts' son, Michael Cannata. The cause of death was not immediately known. Roberts had been healthy and active, … [Link]
Mashable » Music industry seeks to have KickassTorrents blocked in Australia
The Australian government's controversial site blocking bill is about to get another workout. On Monday, some of the country's largest record companies, including Universal Music Australia, Warner Music Australia and SonyMusic Entertainment Australia, announced they would be seeking to have the site KickassTorrents and proxy sites blocked in Australia. SEE ALSO: Steve Wozniak is not sure he trusts Uber to … [Link]
Mashable » Pop up style: Views from inside Drake's surprise NYC event
At about 1p.m. on Monday, Drake dropped a cryptic Instagram with a location and time just three short hours away. And yes, if you're reading this, it's too late. Many fans (correctly) guessed it would be a pop-up shop, which is now a ritual fans have come to expect with the release of a highly anticipated rap album. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
Slashdot » Rogue Source Code Repos Can Compromise Mac Security Due To Old Git Version
An anonymous reader writes: Recent Mac versions come bundled with a very old version of Git (2.6.4) that is vulnerable to two security flaws that allow attackers to execute code on the device when the user forks a Git repo holding "malicious" code. The problem is that users can't upgrade this Git repo, they can't change its runtime permissions, nor … [Link]
Mashable » Anti-rape ads give college acceptance letters a disturbing twist
The joy of young students learning that they've been accepted into their dream schools is juxtaposed with a jarring reminder of sexual assault statistics on college campuses in an eerie new set of ads. Shot to look like home videos, the ads show excited teens breathlessly reading from what at first seems to be a standard acceptance letter. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
Mashable » Uber wants to be your everything, launches UberEats in Australia
Uber has taken its next step in total Australian domination. The company began offering its UberEats product to Melburnians on Tuesday. The future of food has well and truly arrived and it is delicious. In news sure to make Sydneysiders crave Souvlaki, food from Melbourne restaurants can now be ordered through the ridesharing company's UberEats app. This is only the third … [Link]
Mashable » You cannot stop Russell Westbrook from dancing
Russell Westbrook is a national treasure. We detailed last season how his thermonuclear outburst on the NBA was one of the best stories in sports. More recently, Westbrook's pre-game handshakes with Oklahoma City Thunder teammates Cameron Payne have become a favorite among NBA fans. The duo always performs an elaborate, goofy, joyous routine at mid-court just before tip-off. Even against … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Brexit might lead to weaker environmental rules, says report
A vote to leave the EU on 23 June would have uncertain, possibly detrimental effects on the UK's standards of environmental protection [Link]
Slashdot » Slashdot Asks: Do You Prefer To Handwrite or Type Notes?
A study published by Psychological Science and transcribed on NPR explores the science behind note-taking. As technology becomes smaller, cheaper and more functional than ever before, it's not uncommon to see people taking notes on their laptop or tablet, especially in a school or work-related environment. In fact, it may be even more common to see people taking notes with … [Link]
WIRED » Tesla’s Self-Driving Heroics Aren’t Special—They’re Normal
The really remarkable news is that this technology will be far from miraculous in just a few short years. The post Tesla's Self-Driving Heroics Aren't Special—They're Normal appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Australian YouTuber takes Johnny Depp-Amber Heard apology hostage
Natalie Tran has turned the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard video apology into the hostage crisis we all knew it to be. The Australian comedian poked fun at the actors by making it look like their apology video was actually filmed under duress. In the actual upload, the Hollywood A-listers posted an apology after Heard went to Australian court for … [Link]
Slashdot » Smart Mattress With Lover Detection System Will Track Your Partner's Infidelities
MojoKid quotes a report from HotHardware: Do you worry that your significant other is having mid-day romps in your bedroom while you're stuck at work banging out TPS reports? There's an app for that, and a smart mattress with built-in sensors to detect when between-the-sheet activities are taking place, with or without your participation. It's part of what a mattress … [Link]
WIRED » Netflix’s CEO Says VPN Users Really Aren’t a Big Deal
If you're a VPN user, Reed Hastings says you're an "inconsequential" problem for Netflix. The post Netflix's CEO Says VPN Users Really Aren't a Big Deal appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Verizon and Hearst miss memo on doomed digital media, buy Complex Media
After a week of bad news, digital media scores a win. Verizon and Hearst have joined forces to buy Complex Media, a digital operation founded in 2002 by designer Marc Ecko that focused on content primarily for the young male. SEE ALSO: Could 2016 be the year for Verizon's go90 mobile content platform? Verizon and Hearst will have an even 50/50 … [Link]
Mashable » How one Syrian teenage girl is raising awareness of child marriage
15-year-old Syrian, Omaima Hoshan, is campaigning against child marriage, offering drawing and acting classes to her peers at the Za'atari refugee camp in Jordan to stop them from making the life-changing decision so young.Full story: http://on.mash.to/1VeCApc Read more…More about Jordan, Us World, Social Good, Malala Yousafzai, and Child Marriage [Link]
Mashable » 'Cake by the Ocean' Passover parody is here to help you celebrate seder
What better way to prepare for eight days without a bagel than to dance to this delightfully catchy and informative Passover-themed parody? The professional Jewish a capella group, Six13 is back to celebrate Passover with creative lyrics set to DNCE's 'Cake by the Ocean.' What could be greater? Can't wait to go to the seder. Fan edits all 'Game of Thrones' … [Link]
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