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.
Popular Science » New Full-Contact Sport Wraps Martial Arts In Electronic Armor
Entertainment Iron Man Carbon Fiber Man Watch out, UFC–a new kind of full-contact combat may be coming to television. The Australian company Chiron Global is developing a high-tech suit of armor that they… [Link]
WIRED » It’s Official: The Smartphone Market Has Gone Flat
Worldwide, smartphone makers shipped a total of 334.9 million devices in the first quarter of 2016, according to market research firm IDC. The post It’s Official: The Smartphone Market Has Gone Flat appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Amy Schumer made her dad's day, thanks to a FaceTime session with Goldie Hawn
Amy Schumer knows the way to her dad's heart: Goldie Hawn. The three had a sweet little FaceTime session, a portion of which Schumer shared with Twitter on Wednesday. SEE ALSO: Amy Schumer jokes Jennifer Lawrence is 'the meanest girl I know' "You're the love of his life," the comedian tells Hawn before turning to her dad: "You can tell … [Link]
Mashable » Snapchat sued over filter allegedly involved in high-speed car wreck
Snapchat is facing a lawsuit following a high speed car wreck in which one of the drivers may have been using Snapchat. SEE ALSO: Snapchat under fire for 'racist' Bob Marley filter The lawsuit describes a 2015 incident in which driver Christal McGee allegedly increased her driving speed in order to see the reading on Snapchat's speed filter get above … [Link]
Slashdot » House Passes Email Privacy Act, Requiring Warrants For Obtaining Emails
An anonymous reader quotes a report from TechCrunch: The U.S. House of Representatives has passed H.R. 699, the Email Privacy Act, sending it on to the Senate and from there, hopefully anyhow, to the President. The yeas were swift and unanimous. The bill, which was introduced in the House early last year and quickly found bipartisan support, updates the 1986 … [Link]
WIRED » SpaceX’s Plan to Reach Mars by 2018 Is … Actually Not That Crazy
SpaceX is already pretty close to having a lot of the tech they need for an uncrewed mission to Mars. The hardest part will be landing a craft on the big, red rock. The post SpaceX's Plan to Reach Mars by 2018 Is … Actually Not That Crazy appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
New Scientist – News » Noah’s ark island is saving vulnerable species in Australia
Endangered species shipped to Wedge island are thriving there and seemingly engineering an ecosystem that benefits island's native species, too [Link]
Mashable » 6 inspiring urban gardens that impact the community
Even in a city setting, it is possible to put your green thumb to good work. By planting organisms that don't require large areas to grow and using technology to sustainably encourage growth in available space, urban gardeners can provide food, greenery and commerce to their local communities — or just themselves. SEE ALSO: 15 edible plants you can grow … [Link]
Mashable » FBI won't tell Apple how it got into the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone
The FBI on Wednesday opted not to share its method for hacking into the iPhone used by one of the San Bernardino shooters with Apple. After a legal battle that dragged on for more than six weeks, the FBI was able to bypass the encryption on the iPhone 5C used by Syed Farook, thanks to a still unnamed outside party. … [Link]
Slashdot » Former Tor Developer Created Malware To Hack Tor Users For The FBI
Patrick O'Neill writes: Matt Edman is a cybersecurity expert who worked as a part-time employee at Tor Project, the nonprofit that builds Tor software and maintains the network, almost a decade ago. Since then, he's developed potent malware used by law enforcement to unmask Tor users. It's been wielded in multiple investigations by federal law-enforcement and U.S. intelligence agencies in … [Link]
Mashable » New 360-degree Mars video puts you on the surface of the red planet
A new NASA video lets you see what it's like to be a rover exploring a vast crater on Mars. The 360-degree video shows a panorama taken during the afternoon of April 4 on the red planet from the perspective of NASA's Curiosity rover, a car-sized spacecraft that has been piecing together Mars' history from the Gale Crater since the … [Link]
WIRED » Bella Thorne: Actor, Writer, Really Good Emoji Impersonator
Ever wonder what emoji faces would look like if we tried to make them IRL? Here's actress Bella Thorne's take on some of the most popular emojis out there. The post Bella Thorne: Actor, Writer, Really Good Emoji Impersonator appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » There Will Be A Huge New 'Panama Papers' Data Dump
An anonymous reader writes: The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists said in an email that on May 9 it would "publish what will likely be the largest-ever release of information about secret offshore companies and the people behind them," based on data from the Panama Papers investigation. "The searchable database will include information about more than 200,000 companies, trusts, foundations, … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook cements status as a mobile juggernaut with $4.2 billion in ad revenue
It was only a few years ago that the tech media openly wondered whether Facebook could survive the then-nascent widespread shift from desktop computers to mobile devices. In 2016, it seems like the better question is: can everyone else? SEE ALSO: How Facebook Can Become a Money Making Machine Facebook reported on Wednesday that it made 82% of its advertising … [Link]
Mashable » MashReads Podcast: This might be the perfect story collection
"I really let the keys guide me." That's how Helen Oyeyemi describes the process of writing her story collection What Is Not Yours Is Not Yours. SEE ALSO: 13 Short Stories That Will Blow Your Bind This week on the MashReads Podcast, Helen Oyeyemi joins us in the studio to chat about What Is Not Your Is Not Yours (our MashReads … [Link]
WIRED » Hey, Nokia Isn’t Just a Company That Used to Make Phones
Nokia got out of the cell phone market and is doing just fine, thank you. So why is it buying a company that makes internet-connected scales, of all things? The post Hey, Nokia Isn't Just a Company That Used to Make Phones appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » VW: A Cool Concept and a New Diesel Accusation
From Our Blogs: Speed Lab A plug-in hybrid SUV concept debuts in China, and a PowerPoint presentation points to cheating Volkswagen had good news this week, with the plug-in hybrid T-Prime Concept GTE, and bad news, with the New York Times reporting on evidence that the company knew it was… [Link]
Mashable » Northern Ohioan dares you to try and top his speed limit high score
If this speed demon ever gets pulled over for exceeding the speed limit, they will have irrefutable evidence against them. SEE ALSO: Runaway koala is a traffic stopper on Australian road While paying a visit to their grandfather in northern Ohio, Redditor Brer-Rabbit and his sister slowed down to snap a pic of a traffic-wide challenge issued by a lead-footed Ohioan. The … [Link]
Popular Science » Fly Over The Methane Lakes of Saturn's Moon Titan
Space Like Minnesota, but with more liquid methane It was all yellow. [Link]
Mashable » Teens are using pictures of cheesecake to defend a girl's prom dress
Twitter trolls be trolling and teens be like, "Let them eat cheesecake." A fierce and fashionable 18-year-old who goes by Kerione recently attended her high school prom in a fly-as-hell red and white gown. She posted a photo of her look to Twitter on April 23, which has since accrued over 9,000 likes and 3,000 retweets. SEE ALSO: 16 of … [Link]
Mashable » Substitute teacher says she was fired for saying 'vagina'
When substitute teacher Allison Wint used the word "vagina" in front of a class full of Michigan 8th graders, she expected a reaction of light giggling. She didn't expect to be fired. That's what Wint is claiming happened following an art history lecture in which she used the word "vagina" several times. The discussion was focused on controversial art and … [Link]
Mashable » Troian Bellisario let a stranger document Coachella with her phone
Considering she stars on Pretty Little Liars, Troian Bellisario seems extremely chill with a total stranger having total access to her phone. She forgot a gym bag with her phone and Coachella All Access Pass in it after a hike, and a man named Jack Wagner found it. He attempted to return it by posting a photo on her Instagram … [Link]
Mashable » Food chain shuts down lying customer trying to get free avocados
Thanks to social media, any customer can publicly air their grievances, turning Facebook pages into full-blown damage control centers. Naturally, ill-intentioned people will attempt to use this public forum to get some free stuff. Last week, a customer posted a photo to Woolworths' Facebook page. The woman, whose name we decided to censor, claimed that the avocados she purchased at … [Link]
Mashable » This Chrome extension blocks the names and faces of mass shooters
In the wake of mass shootings, the family and friends of many victims have advocated for the media to withhold names and photos of shooting suspects to keep the focus on those injured and killed, and to avoid giving shooters their 15 minutes of fame. Now, a new Chrome extension called Zero Minutes of Fame aims to do just that. … [Link]
Mashable » Man discovers heartbreaking note in bottle washed up on beach
Steve Mershon made an unexpectedly poignant discovery on the beach last week. The 54-year-old Indialantic, Florida man was enjoying a lovely morning near his seaside home when he discovered the seaside treasure of all seaside treasures — a message in a bottle. SEE ALSO: Dog owner creates touching tribute for ball-loving labrador The message was a heartbreaking note from a … [Link]
Mashable » Tesla planning cheaper EV that 'most people can afford'
Turns out the Model 3 isn't going to be Tesla's most affordable model. Go figure. SEE ALSO: This super-fast Chinese EV is still slower than a 'Ludicrous' Tesla Speaking at the Future Transportation Solutions conference in Oslo, Norway last week, Tesla CEO Elon Musk admitted that "there will be future cars that are even more affordable [than the Model 3] down … [Link]
Popular Science » Climate Change Will Noticeably Reduce Oxygen In The Oceans By 2030
Environment It's getting harder and harder to breathe A study published in Global Biogeochemical Cycles found that we will be able to detect a loss of oxygen due to climate change in oceans all over the world by 2030. [Link]
Slashdot » Half Of Americans Think Presidential Nominating System 'Rigged'
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Huffington Post: More than half of American voters believe that the system U.S. political parties use to pick their candidates for the White House is "rigged" and more than two-thirds want to see the process changed. The results echo complaints from Republican front-runner Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Bernie Sanders that the system … [Link]
WIRED » Get Ready for A Beautiful Planet, a Jaw-Dropping IMAX Movie From Space
The new IMAX documentary A Beautiful Planet relies on shooting with digital cameras. The post Get Ready for A Beautiful Planet, a Jaw-Dropping IMAX Movie From Space appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » John Krasinski and Jenna Fischer had a Jim/Pam reunion in New York
Attention former passengers on the good ship S.S. Jam: The Office's Jim and Pam reunited in New York on Tuesday when Jenna Fischer went to see pal John Krasinski's play. SEE ALSO: Calling all 'Scrubs' fans: Zach Braff and Donald Faison reunited in Cabo Krasinski stars in Dry Powder alongside Hank Azaria, Claire Danes and Sanjay DeSilva. The sold-out production closes May 1, … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Lizard gets to grips with city life by evolving stickier feet
Anole lizards have a talent for evolution, and it's not confined to the wild – urban-dwellers have evolved new traits to help them climb windows and walls [Link]
Mashable » Hulu's 'The Path' gives viewers VR, 360 'meditation experience'
LOS ANGELES — Now there's another way to get in touch with The Path. Hulu's new drama, which launched in March, follows a cult-like movement — based in upstate New York — called Meyerism. The show revolves around Eddie (Aaron Paul) and Sarah (Michelle Monaghan), who face obstacles in their marriage as Eddie begins to experience doubts about their faith. Hugh … [Link]
Mashable » NASA captures magnificent 4K video of a flare erupting from the sun
A high-definition 4K video of a flare erupting from the sun is just as great as you'd expect. On Tuesday, NASA released a video of a flare that burst forth from Earth's nearest star on April 17, as seen by the space agency's Solar Dynamics Observatory. The flare erupted from a sunspot five times the size of Earth. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Dropbox Retires Sync and Datastore APIs
Last year Dropbox announced a preview of the new Dropbox API v2. The new version simplified the Dropbox developer experience. In hopes to move toward a more simplified platform, Dropbox announced deprecation of its Sync and Datastore APIs.
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Mashable » Man throws birthday party for pothole, convinces city to repair road
Much like Shakespeare, this pothole died just as it was celebrating its birthday. Jackson, Mississippi resident Eddie Prosser was tired of the pothole that had graced his neighborhood for a year, unfixed. So he got the city's attention — by throwing the pothole a birthday party. SEE ALSO: Giant sinkhole appears on busy road, traffic continues as normal The delightful … [Link]
Mashable » The bison is about to be America's national mammal
After decimating North America's bison population to the brink of extinction and then fighting to bring that same population back to sustainability, the United States will now make bison its official mammal. The House of Representatives passed the The National Bison Legacy Act on Tuesday to make it official, and the Senate is expected to adopt that legislation later this week. … [Link]
Mashable » Viner Zach King on his 'Amazing Race' experience: 'We became really good friends'
LOS ANGELES — Newlyweds Zach and Rachel King said goodbye to their prolonged honeymoon last week. The duo, who rose to fame thanks to Zach's Vine videos, became the sixth team to get eliminated from CBS's The Amazing Race after a tough leg in Bali, Indonesia. The duo chatted with Mashable about getting eliminated, and what it's like to going back to … [Link]
Mashable » #Womancard takes aim at Donald Trump's controversial comments
On Tuesday evening, after winning all five primaries at stake, Republican presidential candidate Donald J. Trump took a celebratory swipe at Hillary Clinton's credentials. “Frankly, if Hillary Clinton were a man, I don't think she'd get 5% of the vote. The only thing she's got going is the woman's card,” Trump said during a news conference. SEE ALSO: Every woman … [Link]
Mashable » Put tiny Drake wherever you want with 'Views' album cover generator
The cover of Drake's upcoming album, Views from the 6, gives Tiny Drake a great view of Toronto, and us a great view of Tiny Drake. The rapper released the cover art via Twitter on Sunday night, and the album features a Tiny Drake sitting atop the CN Tower overlooking his home town. Toronto-based interactive media production company, The Young Astronauts, was so amused by … [Link]
Slashdot » Uber's New Policy Fines Riders Who Are Two Minutes Late
Uber says it has revised some of its policies to better compensate its drivers. As part of which, the company is testing charging customers a fee if they make a driver wait for more than two minutes (current waiting time is five minutes). Furthermore, the taxi aggregator says it is changing the ride cancellation grace period from five minutes to … [Link]
Mashable » 12-year-old runs a half-marathon thinking it was a 5K, wins well-earned medal
Twelve-year-old LeeAdianez Rodriguez accidentally ran a half-marathon. She thought it was a 5K race so she only trained to run three miles. Into the fourth mile, she found out she was actually running a half-marathon, which is 13.1 miles. Rodriguez didn’t give up. She ended up finishing the half-marathon with a time of 2:43:31 and was awarded a medal. Read more…More … [Link]
Popular Science » You Can Now Play Minecraft In Virtual Reality
Entertainment On the Samsung Gear VR Minecraft for Samsung Gear VR costs $6.99, the same as the Minecraft Pocket Edition mobile game for Android and iOS devices, according to Mojang. [Link]
Popular Science » Vaccines Might Work Better In The Morning
Health Rise, shine, get a shot in the arm How well that vaccine works might depend on what time of day you received it—patients who received a flu vaccine in the morning had a much higher concentration of… [Link]
WIRED » WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: The Shield
Want a "cop who makes his own rules" show that actually goes beyond its trope? We have a show for you to binge. The post WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: The Shield appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Apple needs a hot new product, and it can't be another iPhone
Okay, that was a bad quarter, Apple. I know, Apple is held to a higher standard. The company makes $50 billion and there’s panic in the streets. I don’t think there’s cause for panic, but concern — even alarm — is warranted. The trend line that’s been clear on the iPad for nearly three years has finally infected the iPhone. … [Link]
Mashable » Photo of young transgender girl sends important message about North Carolina's bathroom laws
Photographer Meg Bitton shared her image of a young transgender client Corey Maison on Tuesday, in response to controversial legislation in North Carolina that forces those in the transgender community to use bathrooms that reflect the sex written on their birth certificates. In just a day, the post has garnered more than 30,000 reactions and 18,000 shares. SEE ALSO: These … [Link]
Mashable » Loyal dog makes the perfect bed for a sleepy kid
No matter how hard this kid may try, there's no stopping him: it's time to go to sleep. Fortunately, his best bud was waiting there to catch his weary head and provide some important cuddles. Impatient goat has no time for this kid's crap Truth is scarier than fiction in the first 'Snowden' trailer Distressing musical number imagines a dark … [Link]
Mashable » American Airlines faces lawsuit after woman killed by lightning on tarmac
The family of a woman who was struck by lightning after stepping off a US Airways plane in South Carolina last summer is suing for damages. Sonya Dockett, 52, died from the injuries sustained on the tarmac at Columbia Metropolitan Airport. "It was obvious she had taken a direct hit by the lightning," a fellow passenger told WISTV. "She was … [Link]
Popular Science » Detailed Portraits Turn Dead Insects Into Stunning Artwork
Animals These bugs are ready for their close-up A picture might be worth a thousand words, but it takes a thousand pictures to capture a bug in this level of detail. [Link]
WIRED » Even N00bs Can Rock Out on Magic Instruments’ New Guitar
Magic Instruments' guitar isn't a guitar, exactly. But it sounds like one. The post Even N00bs Can Rock Out on Magic Instruments' New Guitar appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » Samsung's Second Gear VR May Be A Standalone Wireless Headset
Gadgets No need to insert your Galaxy phone or tablet Samsung's next virtual reality helmet may not require you to insert your phone first… [Link]
Slashdot » Intel Declares Independence From PC, Prioritizes Cloud, IoT and 5G Efforts
A week after announcing 12,000 job cuts, Intel CEO Brian Krzanich has shared vision for the company, hinting a shift in its prime focus away from PC business. In a blog post, Krzanich said that the company will be actively growing its data center business. The chip maker also plans to focus on chips and technologies for IoT devices. "The … [Link]
Popular Science » NASA Says It Will Help SpaceX With Mars 2018 Mission
Space While cutting funding for its own Mars programs What does this mean for the rest of NASA's "Journey to Mars"? [Link]
New Scientist – News » Sperm-binding beads could work as fertility aid or contraceptive
Microbeads coated in a human egg protein work as a contraceptive in mice and could also be used to select the best sperm for IVF [Link]
WIRED » Culture Podcast: Beyoncé Helps Soothe Our Woes After the Loss of Prince
Some weeks on the podcast, things are pretty leisurely. This was not one of those weeks. The post Culture Podcast: Beyoncé Helps Soothe Our Woes After the Loss of Prince appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Channing Tatum's birthday is full of face paint and a pony
You got a little something on your face, Channing. The leading man of Magic Mike has conquered the dance scene, followed up by a rising and illustrious film career, and now he's taking on riding ponies and face-painting. Tatum, who recently celebrated his birthday on April 26th, shared with his fans what a terrific day he really had astride a … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » How to Create a Text-to-Speech Audio Broadcast with PubNub and Raspberry Pi
According to Gartner, there will be nearly 21 billion devices connected to the Internet by the year 2020. That’s a lot of devices. While I have no doubt these predictions are reasonably correct, that doesn’t make it any easier to build applications that connect these devices together in useful ways. Fortunately, there are solutions that make this job easier. … [Link]
Slashdot » German Nuclear Plant Infected With Computer Virus
archatheist shares a Reuters report: A nuclear power plant in Germany has been found to be infected with computer viruses, but they appear not to have posed a threat to the facility's operations because it is isolated from the Internet, the station's operator said on Tuesday. The Gundremmingen plant, located about 120 km (75 miles) northwest of Munich, is run … [Link]
Mashable » Couple out more than $1,700 after booking flight from the wrong Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, and Birmingham in the UK don't sound the same when said aloud, but they do look the same — and that was a problem for two British would-be holidaymakers. Richella Heekin and Ben Marlow booked a vacation to Las Vegas, Nevada, but were disappointed to find, upon arriving at the airport, that the tickets they had purchased were … [Link]
Popular Science » Wasted Food Is Wasted Energy
Energy Here's what we can do about it It takes a lot of energy to make the food we end up discarding—enough energy to power the state of Washington for a year. Here's what we can do to save that food and… [Link]
Mashable » Land Rover's Discovery Sport can help you find your lost belongings
Good news, klutzes! Your British 4×4 SUV can now help you find your lost belongings. SEE ALSO: Lego's crazy-detailed Porsche 911 GT3 RS has moving engine parts Land Rover announced on Tuesday evening that it is the first automaker to integrate Bluetooth tracking app Tile to help you find your misplaced belongings. When you have Tile's tiny Bluetooth tags with … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Map of the brain’s word filing system could help us read minds
Brain scans show how words linked to specific concepts are stored in themed areas, giving us a way to peek at people's thoughts [Link]
Slashdot » Smartphone Shipments Flat For the First Time, Says IDC
An anonymous reader writes: Smartphone vendors shipped a total of 334.9 million smartphones worldwide last quarter. This figure is up just 0.2 percent from the 334.3 million units in Q1 2015, marking the smallest year-over-year growth on record. We saw hints of this in yesterday's Apple earnings report, when the company reported an iPhone sales drop for the first time. … [Link]
Mashable » Obama will head to Flint, Michigan to address water crisis
President Barack Obama will travel to Flint, Michigan, on May 4 to address residents in the city as they continue to struggle with toxic levels of lead in their water supply. Obama had previously addressed the crisis in January, when he visited Detroit, but did not stop in Flint despite declaring a state of emergency in the city. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
Popular Science » Elon Musk's Artificial Intelligence Group Opens A 'Gym' To Train A.I.
Technology To focus on algorithms as versatile as the human brain Elon Musk's Artificial Intelligence Group Opens A "Gym" To Train A.I. [Link]
Mashable » Tahj Mowry watches the world get smarter in season finale of 'Innovation Download'
Tahj Mowry knows a thing or two about being smart, but the former kid genius discovers that he has some serious competition in the IQ category. In the Season 1 finale of "Innovation Download," PepsiCo and Mashable Studios send Tahj into the burgeoning smart world to take a closer look at the companies and creations that are shaping the space. … [Link]
Mashable » Egypt arrested nearly 400 people in latest round of protests
Egyptian police arrested 382 people during and ahead of protests on April 25 in an attempt to stifle civil disobedience before it could really begin. Those arrested included 33 journalists, all but two who have been released, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists. Many others are still being held. SEE ALSO: Egypt's police fire birdshot and tear gas at … [Link]
Mashable » Killings by police ramp up in Rio ahead of Olympics
Police in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, have killed at least 11 people so far in April, according to Amnesty International, adding to the stark toll police killings have taken on residents there in months leading up to this Summer's Olympics in the city. Police in Rio killed more than 300 people there in 2015, accounting for around 20% of the … [Link]
Mashable » Samsung's Gear 360 VR camera gets a release date
SAN FRANCISCO — Samsung is finally giving its consumer 360-degree VR camera a release date. The Gear 360 camera, which Samsung first revealed in February, will go on sale April 29, Samsung announced at its annual developer conference Wednesday. SEE ALSO: Ball-shaped Samsung Gear 360 makes it easy to record your own VR videos The company hasn't yet revealed a price, … [Link]
Mashable » You can play 'Minecraft' in virtual reality right now
Is the first true "killer app" for virtual reality finally here? Minecraft is out for Gear VR starting April 27, meaning anyone that owns Samsung's headset and a supported smartphone can fully immerse themselves in a blocky world all their own. SEE ALSO: See the best 'Call of Duty' Zombies map remade in 'Minecraft' The VR release is technically Minecraft: Pocket … [Link]
Slashdot » India Makes It Compulsory For Phones To Have a 'Panic Button'
Reader itwbennett writes: Starting in January 2017, all feature phones sold in India will need to have a panic button that will alert "police, designated friends and relatives, for immediate response in case of distress or security related issues," said Minister of Communications, Ravi Shankar Prasad, on Twitter late Tuesday. The measure is one of many responses by the Indian … [Link]
Mashable » Daniel Radcliffe on gender wage gap: 'There is no earthly justification for that pay not being equal'
Harry Potter and the gender wage gap. Daniel Radcliffe recently admitted in an interview with Australia's The Daily Telegraph that he didn't know that wage disparity was still such issue in Hollywood — until he read Jennifer Lawrence's essay in Lenny Letter. SEE ALSO: 5 unsung women who changed feminism forever "I’m incredibly glad [gender equality] has come up," Radcliffe said, "because I … [Link]
Mashable » 18 fun facts about Key and Peele that you can’t find on the Internet
Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key are one of the most hilarious and successful comedy duos working today. We know how they met and formed a lifelong bromance and that they worked together on MADtv before creating the hit sketch series Key & Peele, which ran on Comedy Central for five seasons. We know that they decided to end the show — it … [Link]
Mashable » Impatient goat has no time for this kid's crap
Is this food? Petting zoos can be adorable learning experiences for kids. But sometimes the lesson is that animals are incredibly impatient, especially when it comes time for feeding. After waiting for what seems like forever, one of these goats decided that this little girl's hair was close enough to a treat, and decided to have a little bite. Truth … [Link]
Mashable » Demi Lovato got a new cat and it might want her dead
Cats are fickle, but at least they're open about it. Songstress Demi Lovato announced on Snapchat that she's added a new cat to her family. The feline is named Hairyette, which is super hilarious because the cat is hairless. It also might be evil. Demi introduced Hairyette and showed off the cat's big eyes and wrinkly, bald head. It may … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Jungle Book' magic revealed: Behind the scenes of a VFX masterpiece
LOS ANGELES — "Filmed in Downtown Los Angeles." That post-credits post-script still might be the most unbelievable thing about The Jungle Book, Disney's "live action" fantasy that's sailed well past half a billion dollars at the worldwide box office in just two weeks. But it's true: From lush jungles to rushing waters and talking beasts of all sizes and stripes, … [Link]
Mashable » Burst into your next 'Alien' screening with this bloody good cake
Unlike the crew of the spacecraft Nostromo, you're going to want this alien in your tummy. Redditor fredcracklin too~ the chestburster from 1979's Alien out of people's chests and into a delicious movie night-ready cake. SEE ALSO: Zayn Malik leaps into Gigi Hadid's heart with special 21st birthday cake What's everyone waiting for? Don't be shy, dig in. Have something to add to this story? … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Milky Way’s nearest galaxies may be new to the neighbourhood
The Large and Small Magellanic Clouds have their stars all out of order, suggesting they only recently showed up on the Milky Way's doorstep [Link]
Slashdot » SpaceX Intends To Send a Red Dragon To Mars As Early As 2018
Reader MarkWhittington writes: SpaceX has announced that it intends to send a version of its Dragon spacecraft, called "Red Dragon," to Mars as early as 2018. The mission, to be launched on top of a Falcon Heavy rocket, would be the first to another planet conducted by a commercial enterprise. The flight of the Red Dragon would be the beginning … [Link]
WIRED » Erupting Russian Volcanoes Could Make a Mess of Your Flight
It is as volcanically busy as ever in the remote Kamchatka Peninsula, and even relatively small eruptions in the region could impact aircraft. The post Erupting Russian Volcanoes Could Make a Mess of Your Flight appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Spending a lot of time on Facebook and Instagram could be making you depressed, study finds
Anyone who regularly uses social media will have had the experience of feeling envious of the fun their friends all seem to be having. This might especially be the case if you’re sitting at home on a cold wet evening, feeling bored while everyone else is partying or having a glamorous holiday in the sun. But is it possible that … [Link]
Popular Science » A 3D Map Of The Brain Shows How We Understand Language
Science Researchers have created a unique atlas of meaning A group of scientists set out to map how the brain represents the meaning of spoken language, word by word. [Link]
Mashable » Zac Efron's ‘Baywatch’ tumble trips into a Photoshop battle
The iconic slow-mo "Baywatch run" is harder than it looksJust ask Zac Efron. A recent photo from the upcoming Dwayne Johnson-produced Baywatch movie, posted by Efron, showed that he still needs some practice as he trips over himself, presumably in slow motion. It soon found its way to the Photoshop Battles subreddit and the games began. SEE ALSO: The Rock and Zac Efron hit the … [Link]
Mashable » 'Empire' fans, prepare yourselves: There's a new Lee Daniels show coming to Fox
Fox is expanding its empire with a new project from the man behind Empire. The network on Wednesday officially gave a series order to Star, a new musical drama from Lee Daniels that Fox bosses just boasted about last week at the National Association of Broadcasters conference. SEE ALSO: 'Empire' is affecting the TV business in more ways than you … [Link]
Mashable » Leaked 'Call of Duty' details point to title, 'Modern Warfare' remaster
It shouldn't come as any surprise to learn that a Call of Duty game is coming in 2016 — but allegedly leaked promotional materials have given us so much more info than that. Before going any further, let's be clear: With no way to confirm the authenticity of the leaked information, consider anything you read here a rumorMashable has reached out to Activision … [Link]
Mashable » Chris Hemsworth has opinions while casually doing one-armed pull ups
Chris Hemsworth has some issues with the upcoming Captain America: Civil War — and he knows exactly how to tell us so we'll pay attention. Hemsworth demonstrated his Asgardian strength while pouring his heart out about his character, Thor, and Mark Ruffalo's character, Hulk, being left out of the movie. SEE ALSO: Ant-Man geeks out over other heroes in new clip … [Link]
Mashable » 11-year-old snuck past Russian airport security, flew without ID or ticket
11-year-olds are resourceful. And apparently when one puts her mind to something, no one — not parents or mentors or Russian airport security — can talk her out of it. One such 11-year-old girl in Moscow decided that it was her time to fly. She had never been on a plane before and although she lacked both ID and a ticket, … [Link]
Slashdot » Chinese Security Robot Draws Dalek, Terminator Comparisons
An anonymous reader writes: China's first "intelligent security robot," which reportedly includes an "electrically charged riot control tool" and an SOS button for people to notify police, has been compared to the killer Dalek from Doctor Who after being shown off at a tech fair. Intelligence agency whistleblower Edward Snowden shared the news on Twitter with the caption: "Surely this … [Link]
Mashable » Sell stories, not tech: 8 steps for pitching a hard-to-describe startup
This article is part of DBA, a series on Mashable about running a business that features insights from leaders in entrepreneurship, venture capital and management. Pitching a startup to investors can be a harrowing experience — but things become even more complicated when presenting a hard-to-describe technology company. For startups pitching ideas that make a direct impact on consumers, value can … [Link]
Mashable » Person found dead in conference room on Apple's Cupertino campus, reports say
A person was reportedly found dead in a conference room at Apple's Cupertino campus, local media say, and an investigation is currently underway. Officials are expected to release more information later. According to TMZ, which cites a sheriff's dispatch call from 8:38 a.m. PDT on Wednesday, the person found dead was a Hispanic male. TMZ also reported that Apple security … [Link]
Mashable » Miley Cyrus' tattoo of 'Jupiter' looks suspiciously like Saturn
Despite what Miley Cyrus may believe, she doesn't appear to have drops of Jupiter on her skin. On Wednesday, Cyrus Instagrammed a photo of her new tattoo, adding the hashtag #lilbbjupiter. There's just one problem — while the image is definitely of a planet, that planet is almost certainly Saturn. Unless Miley knows something about Jupiter that the rest of … [Link]
Mashable » Storm chasers disappointed when intense tornadoes failed to materialize on Tuesday
The outbreak of severe thunderstorms that struck the heart of "Tornado Alley" on Tuesday sent legions of tornado chasers onto area roadways in search of tornadoes. Most of the chasers, though, were sorely disappointed when the majority of thunderstorms produced large hail and damaging straight-line winds — rather than twisters. In the end, there were just six tornadoes reported. The … [Link]
Mashable » People are already making Becky merchandise
Never in pop culture history has there ever been a woman as elusive as Becky. And now she's the scorn – and fascination – of millions around the globe. Thanks to Beyonce's "Lemonade," where she mentions a certain "Becky with the good hair," the Internet has gone wild over speculation. Of course, "good hair," has its roots in slavery, where … [Link]
Mashable » Elon Musk's SpaceX wants to send a spacecraft to Mars by 2018
SpaceX wants to go to Mars as early as 2018, according to a Tweet from the company's account on Wednesday. This is the first time that the company has attached a specific date to its Mars aspirations, though founder Elon Musk has been talking for years about going to Mars. SEE ALSO: Fifth time's the charm: SpaceX finally lands on … [Link]
Mashable » Trump's comments about women get epic eye roll from Mary Pat Christie
Donald Trump's disparaging comments about Hillary Clinton playing the "woman card" in her bid for the White House appeared to have at least one high-profile — and very visible — critic. Mary Pat Christie was not having any of it. Her epic eye roll and painful grimace spoke volumes on what she thought about the comments as she looked on … [Link]
Mashable » Here's why you can't actually be a vegetarian
In case you’ve forgotten the section on the food web from high school biology, here’s a quick refresher. Plants make up the base of every food chain of the food web (also called the food cycle). Plants use available sunlight to convert water from the soil and carbon dioxide from the air into glucose, which gives them the energy they … [Link]
Popular Science » Look What Our Sun Threw Up
Space A magnificent flare, with a magnitude of 6.7. Plus, see our favorite Sun pics ever A solar flare, in 4K video… [Link]
WIRED » Neural Nets Got You Confused? Try This Interactive Chart
Daniel Smilkov, a member of Google's Big Picture Research Group, and Shan Carter, who creates interactive graphics for The New York Times, created it. The post Neural Nets Got You Confused? Try This Interactive Chart appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » 'Harry Potter' fan hand paints the entire first page of book one on her wall
There are Harry Potter fans, and then there are serious Harry Potter fans. SEE ALSO: Student makes her academic work better with 1 magical sentence Meredith McCardle is an author based in Florida who definitely falls into the latter category. The last line of her Twitter bio even reads: "Harry Potter is a religion." On Monday, McCardle shared her glorious … [Link]
Mashable » Your summer commute could get less sweaty with this shirt
LONDON — Of the many joys of travelling on the Tube in the city, having your head rammed into a stranger's armpit as a packed carriage rattles through humid tunnels is one of the more memorable. The experience might get a little more pleasant this summer if these shirts from Hardvark make it onto the backs of enough commuters. SEE … [Link]
Popular Science » This Star Went Supernova With The Force Of 100 Million Exploding Suns
Space An explosive discovery 30 million years ago in a galaxy not so far away, a star exploded. [Link]
Mashable » Distressing musical number imagines a dark world with no Internet
Think it might be nice to unplug for a while? Watch this terrifying (and goofy) musical number from AVbyte and think again. Where will you get your memes? Your cat videos? Your photos of animals getting stuck in things? Without Google Maps, how will you get anywhere? Of course, you could broaden your knowledge of geography, temporarily eschew viral vids … [Link]
Mashable » Today's best shoes can only be found online
Spring means it's finally time to revamp your shoe game. But before you step into yet another retailer, look online for your next purchase. Plenty of really good footwear options have adopted the direct-to-consumer business model. SEE ALSO: Dudes, 15 stylish spring sneakers for cooler toes These brands are consciously cutting out expensive middlemen (i.e. retailers) and opting to sell … [Link]
Mashable » Despite widespread damage, the ancient site of Palmyra lives on
Despite widespread destruction throughout the ancient city of Palmyra at the hands of Islamic State (ISIS) militants, all is not lost, according to a recent UN assessment of the site. "Despite the destruction of several iconic edifices, the archaeological site of Palmyra retains a large part of its integrity and authenticity," reads a newly released rapid report from UNESCO of the … [Link]
Slashdot » Federal Judge Rules Amazon Must Refund Parents Duped By In-App Purchases
An anonymous reader shares a Gizmodo report: A federal judge has ruled Amazon is liable for billing unwitting parents after their children made unauthorized charges in apps. The court will decide exactly how much money Amazon owes customers in the coming months. The federal judge's decision asserts that Amazon received several complaints from customers about in-app purchases that they were … [Link]
Popular Science » SpaceX Plans To Land On Mars As Soon As 2018
Space Step 1 toward colonizing the red planet More details to come… [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » BitcoinAverage Announces Closed Beta of New Full-Featured API
BitcoinAverage, an aggregated Bitcoin price index, announced a closed beta of its latest, full-featured API. The new API is bundled with a new front-end, allows key generation for authenticated endpoints, provides scalability for enterprise needs, and more while continuing to provide consistent realtime Bitcoin data.
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Popular Science » Twisted Proteins May Give Plants A Memory
Health If this is in fact a prion, it would be the first ever found in a plant For the first time, scientists may have discovered prion-like proteins in plants. [Link]
Mashable » The one silver lining in Apple's earnings report: iPhone SE demand
Apple on Tuesday announced its quarterly earnings, and, for the first time since 2003, the company made less money than it had in the same quarter of the previous year Even though Apple warned investors back in January this was going to happen, it can’t be easy for investors to see a 13-year growth streak come to an end. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
Mashable » 25 powerful photos showcase the finest in military photography
The Department of Defense has officially announced the winners of its 2015 photo competition, honoring the best in military photography this year. More than 2,432 photos were entered into the annual competition, called the Visual Information Awards Program. This program celebrates the work of photographers, videographers, journalists, mass communication specialists and graphic artists serving in the different branches of the U.S. … [Link]
Mashable » Netflix heads back to Camp Firewood with another 'Wet Hot American Summer' sequel
Wet Hot American Summer's Camp Firewood crew had its 10-years-later reunion 25 years ago, in 1991. And soon, we'll find out what happened there. That's right: Netflix is finally making Wet Hot American Summer — Ten Years Later, a sequel teased at the end of the 2001 cult comedy. This marks Netflix's second summer outing with the franchise after 2015's Wet … [Link]
Mashable » Unfortunate man bitten on penis by venomous spider
What this port-a-john lacked in toilet paper, it made up for in venomous spiders. A 21-year-old Australian man was hospitalized Wednesday after a redback spider attacked his penis while he was using a portable toilet. While paramedics were called to the scene, the man somehow managed to transport himself to the hospital despite the poisonous bite. SEE ALSO: This spider … [Link]
Slashdot » Nintendo's Mysterious 'NX' Gaming Platform To Be Launched In March 2017
Nintendo has announced that its next gaming platform — codenamed NX — will launch worldwide in March 2017. "For our dedicated video game platform, Nintendo is currently developing a gaming platform codenamed 'NX' with a brand-new concept," the gaming console company said while announcing its annual results. PCWorld reports:Nintendo is placing big bets on NX. The company will continue to … [Link]
Mashable » Tegan and Sara's 'Boyfriend' video proves dogs are essential to any makeover
Tegan and Sara's video for the relentlessly catchy single "Boyfriend" is an extremely cute rejection montage. Fashion designer Rachel Antonoff tries her best to make them good enough for the objects of their affection, but gets frustrated at every turn. At least there are pups to cuddle with, though. The video is directed by Clea Duvall and also stars Mae … [Link]
Mashable » Sassy goose will have none of your shenanigans today, thanks
Clearly, this goose doesn't have time for small talk. Humans. Always expecting every other member of the animal kingdom to acknowledge our presence while we take our leisurely strolls. But this goose has other things on its mind. Can a goose live? It's Samuel L. Jackson vs. evil mobile phones in Stephen King's 'Cell' Londoner dances on the Tube to … [Link]
Mashable » Raise your glass to a supercut of movie characters getting plastered
An epic mash-up from Youtuber Robert Jones combines every great drinking scene in as many movies as possible in three minutes. From the Great Gatsby to Coyote Ugly, all the tired livers from cinematic history take their shots. We'll drink to all of it. Truth is scarier than fiction in the first 'Snowden' trailer Distressing musical number imagines a dark world with no Internet … [Link]
Popular Science » Nintendo Is Finally Bringing Its Games To Smartphones
Gadgets A new mobile strategy A new mobile strategy for NIntendo… [Link]
Mashable » Dog is tail-waggingly overjoyed to be reunited with owner
LONDON — There are few things in this world more cheering than the sight of a happy dog. The pooch in the video below is called Sandy. His owner is Scottish health and fitness blogger Maria Maciocia. SEE ALSO: Adorable dog will do a happy dance any time he gets a treat Last weekend she returned home to Scotland and … [Link]
Mashable » Records show small but still alarming number of pilots fly under the influence
The good news: The number of pilots who fly or attempt to fly under the influence of alcohol and drugs, or engage in illegal behavior, is very low, according to Federal Aviation Administration records. The bad news: There are still some pilots who are flying under the influence and engaging in illegal behavior. SEE ALSO: The cost of becoming a … [Link]
Mashable » 'Trespassing Across America' will take you on a powerful, 1,700-mile journey
"To travel alone, I'd learned, isn't to rely on yourself. To travel alone is to force yourself to depend on others. It is to fall in love with mankind." So writes author and environmentalist Ken Ilgunas in his book Trespassing Across America. In it, Ilgunas documents his 146-day, 1,700-mile journey hiking the route of the proposed Keystone XL pipeline. SEE … [Link]
WIRED » First Snowden Trailer: Digital Whistleblowing Never Looked So Slick
Type faster for freedom! The post First Snowden Trailer: Digital Whistleblowing Never Looked So Slick appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Review: Apple MacBook
It might not be the laptop the world is ready for, but it's the laptop the world needs. And you can get it in pink now. The post Review: Apple MacBook appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Biz Please — Cuba's long road ahead
Check your mental picture of Cuba at the door. The island nation stands to benefit from its improving relations with the U.S., but the country still has plenty of problems that will need to be addressed. Cardiff Garcia, U.S. editor of FT Alphaville, joins us to talk about the economic challenges, as well as the on-the-ground realities, that Cuba must face. … [Link]
Popular Science » The 'Snowden' Movie Trailer Is Here To Sex Up Your Cyber Espionage
Entertainment Starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Shailene Woodley and NICOLAS CAGE! Sure, Joseph Gordon-Levitt impersonating Snowden's deep and thoughtful tenor is a little weird at first, and there are a few cheesy network TV-style cyber graphics and… [Link]
Mashable » Huawei P9 vs. LG G5: Which dual-camera phone takes better photos?
How do you improve a smartphone camera? The easiest way would be to use a faster lens and larger sensor. But with today's super slim smartphones, you can't just slap a huge camera module on the back — unless you want it to have an unsightly bulge. One solution seems to be the trend in 2016: multiple cameras. That, at least, … [Link]
Mashable » Thirst-quenching 'do is winning 'Crazy Hair Day'
While you probably woke up with your hair in a bottle for vastly different reasons, these kids have created a new beverage-inspired hairdo that's sweeping elementary schools. In honor of "Crazy Hair Day" (apparently a national holiday for children), crafty parents and their daughters — and a few teachers — have repurposed soda bottles as hair accessories. SEE ALSO: Mom … [Link]
Mashable » Kesha is recording music with Zedd, says she's 'finding her voice again'
Kesha seems optimistic that we may finally hear new music from her soon. The singer hit the studio with Zedd following her surprise appearance during his Coachella set. But Kesha is still entangled in a legal battle with Sony, fighting to record music without producer Dr. Luke — whom she claims abused her. According to a recent Instagram post, Kesha … [Link]
Slashdot » After Netflix Crackdown On Border-Hopping, Canadians Ready To Return To Piracy
An anonymous reader shares an article on CBCNews: Many Canadians are enraged by Netflix's declared war on cross-border watchers, who skirt the company's rules by sneaking across virtual borders to stream Netflix shows and movies restricted to other countries. Sometimes it's hard to be satisfied with Netflix Canada's library when our American neighbours have, it's estimated, access to almost double … [Link]
Mashable » Hubble telescope spots tiny moon orbiting dwarf planet Makemake
Scientists have found a previously unseen moon orbiting Makemake, a tiny dwarf planet on the outskirts of the solar system. This marks the first time a moon has been spotted around the little world, which takes about 310 Earth years to make a full circuit of the sun. Scientists think the moon — nicknamed MK2 — is about 100 miles … [Link]
Mashable » Truth is scarier than fiction in the first 'Snowden' trailer
Director Oliver Stone's Snowden turns one of the most gripping real-life political thrillers in recent memory into an awards season-ready blockbuster. This debut trailer delivers a sense of the drama and tension as Snowden goes from soldier to Public Enemy No. 1 after leaking classified information. Stone's take — which he co-wrote with Kieran Fitzgerald — looks like it'll offer … [Link]
Mashable » Why these artists are having sex with the earth
Note: The following contains descriptions and images that may be considered NSFW. One Australian performance group is asking a provocative question: What better way to connect to the earth than through sex? Pony Express, a collective of four artists, will perform at the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria in Melbourne, between May 6-16, at the Next Wave Festival. The show, entitled Ecosexual … [Link]
WIRED » Dear Donald Trump: That’s Actually Not How Sexism Works
Being a woman doesn't make it easier to get a job…pretty much ever. The post Dear Donald Trump: That's Actually Not How Sexism Works appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
New Scientist – News » Battle of the big cats sees tiger hunt and devour a lynx
A snow-covered forest in the far east of Russia was the stage for the cat fight – the first lethal encounter spotted between the two species [Link]
Mashable » 'Fire Emblem' and 'Animal Crossing' are getting the Nintendo mobile game treatment
For those who wanted Nintendo's mobile forays to be more game and less social network, there's hope on the horizon. Nintendo announced its next two mobile games would be based on the Fire Emblem and Animal Crossing universes, and will come out this fall. Nintendo announced the two games at its quarterly financial briefing in Kyoto, Japan Wednesday. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
Mashable » The $1,700 URB-E electric scooter is a head-turning hipster mobile
Mashable’s Creative Producer Sam Sheffer used the URB-E to commute to and from work for about a week to see if this foldable electric scooter is really worth $1,700. Read more…More about Reviews, Scooter, Tech, Gadgets, and Standalone Video Template
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Mashable » How KISS applied makeup before concerts
Image: Waring Abbott/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty ImagesIn the early 1970s, two members of New York rock band Wicked Lester, Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, struck out to start a new group. They recruited drummer Peter Criss and guitarist Ace Frehley, and by early 1973 had settled on a name — KISS.Their first gig as KISS was at the Popcorn Club in Queens, … [Link]
WIRED » Hacker Lexicon: What Is HTTPS?
This decades-old form of web encryption is in the midst of an accelerating renaissance. The post Hacker Lexicon: What Is HTTPS? appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » Wikipedia Is Basically a Corporate Bureaucracy, Says Study
Jennifer Ouellette, reporting for Gizmodo: Wikipedia is a voluntary organization dedicated to the noble goal of decentralized knowledge creation. But as the community has evolved over time, it has wandered further and further from its early egalitarian ideals, according to a new paper published in the journal Future Internet. In fact, such systems usually end up looking a lot like … [Link]
Mashable » Maisie Williams tells James Corden how much she loves crashing 'Game of Thrones' viewing parties
Game of Thrones actress, Maisie Williams, stopped by The Late Late Show with James Corden to discuss the GOT season 6 premiere and hang out with Ice Cube and Tony Hale. When Corden asked Maisie Williams how she watched the season 6 premiere of Game of Thrones, she explained that she decided to celebrate the premiere by crashing a fan party — you know, … [Link]
Mashable » Spicy chicken doughnuts are every meat lover's dream snack
LONDON — Doughnuts are pretty awesome. Whether they're topped with frosting and sprinkles, filled with sweet, sticky jam, or even made from croissant pastry, there's a lot to get your teeth into. SEE ALSO: Creme egg 'crodoughs' have hit London and they look amazing One British restaurant has decided that doughnuts aren't enough as is, so it's bringing an extra … [Link]
Mashable » This sex toy subscription is the climax of your mailbox
Makeup, clothes, panties, wine and now sex toys can all be delivered to your door. The Unbound box debuted in 2013 as an exclusively adult product subscription kit, delivering sex products every three months for $65. SEE ALSO: A music festival sex kit that fits in your fanny pack Unbound is now expanding into additional parts of the industry, first partnering … [Link]
Mashable » Ice Cube tells Khloe Kardashian to stay away from his son
Ice Cube just won the "Most Embarrassing Dad" award. The rapper went on Tuesday's The Late Late Show and warned Khloe Kardashian to stay away from his son. But, it was all in Khloe's best interest, because Ice Cube says his son, O'Shea Jr., is having a little too much fun with his newfound Straight Outta Compton fame. He also told … [Link]
Popular Science » Three Questions About Breakthrough Starshot
Space The enormously ambitious mission faces a few challenges The enormously ambitious mission faces a few challenges… [Link]
Mashable » These rescued kittens were 'coloured in' with green and blue ink
LONDON — Two rescued kittens brought by police to a cat rescue centre in Bradford, UK, were found with their fur "coloured in". SEE ALSO: Heroic pooch discovers abandoned Doritos box full of kittens in British park The kittens, which have been nicknamed Smurf and Shrek by volunteers at Bradford Cat Watch Rescue (BCWR), had been covered with blue and … [Link]
Mashable » British government considering blockchain for student loan payments
LONDON — The British government is considering the use of blockchain technology, the backbone behind the Bitcoin currency, as a method of distributing taxpayers' money. Blockchains, which act as a shared ledger verified by a network of computers, have already been used by banks who estimate the technology could save them huge sums. The idea has also been trialled by the … [Link]
Mashable » Ruby Rose learns some Bollywood dance steps from 'xXx' co-star Deepika Padukone
Actresses Ruby Rose and Deepika Padukone are currently shooting together for the film xXx: The Return of Xander Cage with Vin Diesel. In between filming, Padukone is also teaching Rose a few Bollywood dance moves. See also: Vin Diesel and Deepika Padukone's first look in 'xXx: The Return of Xander Cage' has fans asking for more Rose posted a video of … [Link]
Mashable » It's Samuel L. Jackson vs. evil mobile phones in Stephen King's 'Cell'
In the immortal words of the Internet's best Black Mirror parody: "What if phones, but too much?" That's the basic premise of Cell, an apocalyptic horror movie in which people turn into zombies because they can't stop playing Candy Crush, or something. Whatever: It stars John Cusack as a man trying to reunite with his son, Orphan's Isabelle Fuhrman as a … [Link]
Mashable » Hot Wheels cars burn some rubber (and sand) on impressive beach track
Racing on the beach isn't just for marbles anymore. The folks behind the YouTube channel 5MadMovieMakers s~ a sunny day at the beach constructing a giant, sandy Hot Wheels track and shooting cars down it towards the water. The whole thing is made even cooler than it sounds with the help of GoPro cars. It's Samuel L. Jackson vs. evil mobile phones in … [Link]
Slashdot » Report: Comcast In Talks To Buy DreamWorks For $3 Billion
An anonymous reader quotes a report from USA Today: Comcast is in talks to buy DreamWorks Animation in a multi-billion-dollar deal, The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg are reporting. The cost of the deal would be more than $3 billion, according to both news organizations, citing unnamed sources. Jeffrey Katzenberg, CEO of DreamWorks Animation, has been searching for a buyer … [Link]
WIRED » Autonomous Tech Could Make Driving Semi-Trucks Even Less Fun
In 10 years, truckers could find themselves handling customer service calls for Postmates or Mechanical Turk-ing for Amazon from the cab of their semis. The post Autonomous Tech Could Make Driving Semi-Trucks Even Less Fun appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » Finally, A Hoverboard That Actually Flies
Technology One of 10 innovations to win a 2016 Invention Award Alexandru Duru set records with his Omni Hoverboards. [Link]
Popular Science » Nintendo NX Release Is Slated For March 2017
Entertainment The rest remains a mystery Nintendo's followup to the Wii U will launch globally in the first half of next year… [Link]
WIRED » New Zelda Delayed Until the NX Console Comes Out in 2017
This is not going to be a good year for Wii U. The post New Zelda Delayed Until the NX Console Comes Out in 2017 appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » 'Batman: The Killing Joke' still looks like the best DC Comics movie yet
"Perhaps you'll kill me. Perhaps I'll kill you." Batman: The Killing Joke isn't the first story to take the Joker to dark places, but Alan Moore's 1988 one-shot is significant for establishing Batman's nemesis as an evil mirror of the Caped Crusader. To see some of that comic's most memorable frozen moments come to life in this new trailer is chill-inducing. … [Link]
Mashable » Next 'Legend of Zelda' delayed again, will be also released on Nintendo's NX
The next Legend of Zelda title, probably Nintendo's most anticipated title of 2016, has been pushed until 2017. It will now be released on both the Wii U and upcoming NX console. This announcement was made during a Nintendo briefing to shareholders in Japan Wednesday morning, and Zelda's slide into 2017 was confirmed by financial statements. The untitled Legend of … [Link]
Mashable » Nigel Farage tweets support for Britain staying in the EU, swiftly deletes it
LONDON — UKIP leader and Brexit campaigner Nigel Farage accidentally tweeted his support for staying in a reformed European Union. SEE ALSO: 'Part Kenyan' Obama slur from Boris Johnson prompts Trump comparisons The politician has been at the forefront of the Vote Leave campaign ahead of the June 23 referendum, which will decide Britain's future relationship with the EU. Farage deleted … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 27 April 2016
Idea Space VR — CMS for VR worlds published on the open web. Does Science Advance One Funeral At a Time? (PDF) — answer: yes. Research shows that when alpha scientists die, their collaborators wither and the field blooms. (via … [Link]
Mashable » The 'Absolutely Fabulous' trailer is here, and it's every bit as fabulous as you'd expect
Yes, the trailer for Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie just dropped — and it's everything you've ever wanted and more. This is the film every diehard Patsy and Eddie fan has been waiting years for. Naturally, there's a whole host of celebrity cameos, darling, from Kate Moss, Lily Cole and Stella McCartney to Baby Spice, Rebel Wilson and — wait for it … [Link]
Mashable » Indian politician rides a horse to the Parliament to say neigh to Delhi's traffic restrictions
An Indian politician decided to protest against Delhi's odd-even traffic restrictions by riding to the Parliament on horseback. See also: Badass woman lawmaker drives into the Indian Parliament on a Harley-Davidson Ram Prasad Sharma, a member of Bharatiya Janata Party, rode on his white steed, carrying a placard that stated "pollution free vehicle". Delhi's Aam Aadmi Party-led government is currently implementing … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Never-before-seen moon spotted around dwarf planet Makemake
Astronomers have previously looked for a satellite orbiting the Kuiper belt object and found nothing, so were surprised when one turned up [Link]
New Scientist – News » Smallest perching bird’s long-lost family revealed by genetics
The pygmy bushtit was thought to be the only surviving species of its genus. Now genetics is showing that it’s not so different from its larger cousins [Link]
Mashable » These over-the-water bungalows are coming to the Caribbean
Over-the-water bungalows are to South Pacific islands as yellow cabs are to New York City — if a cab ride cost a couple grand. Now the luxurious island accommodations are coming to the western hemisphere: Two all-inclusive resorts — one in Jamaica and the other in Mexico — have announced they are opening overwater bungalows later this year. SEE ALSO: 9 … [Link]
WIRED » Theranos’ Lab Problems Go Way Deeper Than Its Secret Tech
Newly unredacted documents show that Theranos' California lab was deficient in a wide range of lab practices. The post Theranos' Lab Problems Go Way Deeper Than Its Secret Tech appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Chilly lamb gets cute custom-made coat after being born without a fleece
LONDON — This lamb is destined to be cold no more. SEE ALSO: Little lamb refuses to pay attention in math class After being born without his fluffy white coat, owners of the brilliantly-named Skippy decided to take matters into their own hands and fashion a special fleece for the little guy. Images of Skippy, which were taken at a … [Link]
Mashable » Don't believe your eyes: This realistic robot is not human
Researchers at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) in Anhui, China, have just raised the bar for realistic-looking robots. One of the teams has showed off a humanoid robot named Jiajia, whose features are modelled after those of five students from the university. SEE ALSO: A man built this $50,000 robot that resembles Scarlett Johansson Jiajia's skin is made … [Link]
Mashable » Olympians say thank you to their moms in touching new ad campaign
Behind every Olympic athlete is the loving support of a dedicated parent. That's the premise of the latest ad campaign from consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble, which celebrates the role mothers played in the careers of several of the Olympics stars it sponsors. SEE ALSO: Lyft's first-ever TV commercial turns a traffic jam into a whimsical circus of chaos … [Link]
Mashable » Booth and Brennan adorably team up to fight (imaginary) monsters in 'Bones' sneak peek
Booth and Brennan might be crime fighters during the day but not all battles end when the sun goes down — especially when you're a parent to a young child. In the above adorable Bones sneak peek, the parents receive a call for help during the middle of the night from the bedroom of their oldest, Christine, who is worried about … [Link]
WIRED » Retracing a 1,300-Mile Escape From a Soviet Gulag in WWII
Photographer Michal Iwanowski's grandfather escaped from a Russian gulag in 1945. Almost 70 years later, his grandson retraced his harrowing trek. The post Retracing a 1,300-Mile Escape From a Soviet Gulag in WWII appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » William Gibson’s First Comic, and 4 Others to Read This May
It’s a great month to start reading comics again, and these five new titles are just a part of why. The post William Gibson's First Comic, and 4 Others to Read This May appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Pluto’s Dwarf Planet Friend Makemake Has a Cute Little Moon
The Hubble telescope snapped a picture of the undiscovered satellite, which could really shake up what we know about icy dwarf planets. The post Pluto's Dwarf Planet Friend Makemake Has a Cute Little Moon appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » China Debuts Anbot, The Police Robot
From Our Blogs: Eastern Arsenal Stop or this robot will Tase! China creates a first in police robotics, with the Anbot that comes armed with a taser, for crime fighting and riot control. [Link]
Mashable » People are sharing their renting horror stories on Twitter
LONDON — Renting in London has long been an arduous and expensive affair. High rents, dodgy accommodation and lazy landlords. With the mayoral election next week many tenants have had enough. They've been sharing photos depicting their renting experience on Twitter and Tumblr with the hashtag #VentYourRent, which was launched by Generation Rent to highlight the issue. The result is … [Link]
Mashable » KFC India is testing eco-friendly serving bowls that you can eat
KFC hopes its new serving bowls are so finger lickin' good, its patrons would end up eating them. See also: Edible spoons promise to be tasty while saving the planet In a global first, KFC is trying out edible serving bowls in India in order to make its products more eco-friendly. The edible tortilla bowls will replace the plastic packaging used … [Link]
Mashable » Volvo will test driverless cars in London next year
LONDON — Volvo is starting a scheme that will see 100 families being driven around by driverless cars in London next year. SEE ALSO: These futuristic driverless pods will run on Singapore's roads by end of the year Described as "UK's most ambitious autonomous driving trial," the Drive Me scheme will kick off with a limited number of semi-automatic cars … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Docker High Performance – $13.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "Docker High Performance" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-04-28 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » Topshop wants to bring affordable wearable tech to the high street
LONDON — Wearable tech is this season's hottest trend, but it often comes with a hefty price tag. Topshop, however, is looking to change that. SEE ALSO: What I learned from my entire outfit of wearable tech The high street brand just launched an innovation programme in collaboration with tech investment company L Marks to discover and co-develop emerging tech … [Link]
Mashable » Scottish dad has blunt response to his daughter saying she wants a boyfriend
LONDON — When it comes to the subject of first boyfriends, fathers often feel quite protective of their daughters. Scottish dad John Tierney has taken this one step further. SEE ALSO: 21 hilarious childhood memories only Scottish people will understand In a video he shared Sunday on Twitter, Tierney is very clear about what will happen to the boy who … [Link]
WIRED » Review: Roku Streaming Stick (2016)
The new Roku Streaming Stick is basically a $100 Roku 3 box for $50. How can you lose? The post Review: Roku Streaming Stick (2016) appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » A Complete Guide To The New 'Crypto Wars'
blottsie writes: The latest debate over encryption did not begin with a court order demanding Apple help the FBI unlock a dead terrorist's iPhone. The new "Crypto Wars," chronicled in a comprehensive timeline by Eric Geller of the Daily Dot, dates back to at least 2003, with the introduction of "Patriot Act II." The battle over privacy and personal security … [Link]
WIRED » Inside OpenAI, Elon Musk’s Wild Plan to Set Artificial Intelligence Free
OpenAI wants to give away the 21st century's most transformative technology. In the process, it could remake the way people make tech. The post Inside OpenAI, Elon Musk's Wild Plan to Set Artificial Intelligence Free appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Why Everybody and Your Mom Is Obsessed With Rose Gold
Pink is the new black. Which is a great thing for the tech industry. The post Why Everybody and Your Mom Is Obsessed With Rose Gold appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Londoner dances on the Tube to Prince in heartwarming tribute
The London Underground is normally such a gloomy place that it's always nice when something fun and unexpected happens. SEE ALSO: 9 crazy good songs that, naturally, are actually Prince songs YouTuber VibeyJax took the party to the Circle Line on Sunday to pay tribute to Prince. He found a patch of space near the doors, put on "I Wanna … [Link]
Mashable » How I learned to own my dating hiatus
LONDON — Sitting in an East London bar with a cocktail in hand, I spot my friend from across the room. She makes her way over to me and, after some initial chitchat, she leans forward as if she's about to divulge her deepest, darkest secret. Instead, she asks me something every single person dreads: "So, how's the love life?" Though … [Link]
Mashable » J.K. Rowling had a scary experience with a new sleep app
LONDON — Sleep apps can be great if you want to analyse your slumber and tot up the hours you're getting in per night, but you've got to get the settings right. J.K. Rowling discovered that to her peril Tuesday night, when she was woken in the middle of the night by a new app. SEE ALSO: J.K. Rowling wades … [Link]
Mashable » Grandmothers pose for impromptu fashion shoot, totally slay it
Remember China's 85-year-old dapper grandfather who took the streets of Xiamen by storm with his stylish outfits? Well, it looks like he now has competition from this group of fashionable grandmothers hailing from Jiangxi. SEE ALSO: This Chinese man has been living in a village alone for 10 years 
Image: weiboThe fabulous foursome, who are all in their 80s, turned … [Link]
Mashable » Tom Hiddleston playing with a baby leopard may make your heart burst
Tom Hiddleston and a baby leopard. Either of those things on their own would have the power to melt hearts, but when you combine the two of them together… well, just take a look for yourselves. SEE ALSO: Tom Hiddleston delivers a Chicago weather report, blames Thor for thunderstorms In the clip above taken from The Late Late Show with … [Link]
Mashable » Paris attacks suspect Salah Abdeslam extradited to France
A key suspect in the Paris attacks has been transferred from Belgium to France, Belgian and French prosecutors confirmed. SEE ALSO: The Bataclan concert hall, site of Paris attacks, to reopen in November Salah Abdeslam was arrested in Belgium last month after four months on the run. He is wanted by the French for his role in the Nov. 13 … [Link]
Mashable » These Shanghai men gorgeously took the stage in a cross-dressing contest
In olden China, the most likely place you'd find cross-dressing would probably be the theatre, where men played female roles because women were not allowed on stage. Today, many Chinese people continue to maintain traditional attitudes against LGBT visibility, despite homosexuality becoming decriminalised in the country in 1997. SEE ALSO: Court rules against couple in China's first same-sex marriage case Last … [Link]
Mashable » Dramatic photographs show fire destroying India's natural history museum
A massive fire gutted India's National Museum of Natural History in the early hours of Apr. 26, destroying numerous rare specimens of flora and fauna, including a 160-million-year-old dinosaur fossil. See also: Massive fire destroys India's National Museum of Natural History The 38-year-old museum in Delhi focused on the country's plants, animals and mineral wealth. Over 100 firemen worked over several … [Link]
Mashable » 8 daggy 'dude ballads' that will make any Australian man emotional
Hey dudes. Remember when untucking your school shirt, dousing yourself in LYNX deodorant and wearing a wallet chain was the way to be cool? It was the early '00s, and you were probably listening to some unholy mix of Evanescence, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Sum 41, Hoobastank, and hell, even Nickelback. You know, dude ballads. SEE ALSO: Everyone in Australia is … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Sun' is getting slammed on Twitter over its front page
LONDON — The Sun and The Times newspapers have come under fire over their coverage of the Hillsborough inquest verdict. SEE ALSO: Hillsborough verdict: Police at fault for the unlawful killing of 96 soccer fans The Sun was criticised for failing to mention the story on its front page; The Times did not carry the story on the first edition, … [Link]
Mashable » Iconic supermodel Twiggy started out as a haircut test subject
1966Image: Potter/Express/Getty ImagesBorn in London in 1949, Lesley Hornby was 16 years old when she visited the salon of famous hairstylist Leonard of Mayfair, where she received an experimental new crop cut. A photographer took some headshots of the new ‘do, and Leonard hung them in his salon, where they were noticed by a fashion reporter from the Daily Express.Soon thereafter, … [Link]
Slashdot » A Majority Of Millennials Now Reject Capitalism, Poll Shows
A new poll shows that a majority of young people do not support capitalism. The study was conducted by Harvard University, which polled young adults ages 18-29. It found that 51 percent of those polled rejected capitalism, that is to say, they did not support it. Only 42 percent said they support capitalism — there was a margin of error … [Link]
New Scientist – News » State of US health: black health up, teen pregnancies down
A report on health in the US finds that people are living longer, racial disparities are improving, but suicide, heroin use and ADHD are on the rise [Link]
Mashable » Bear rescued from bile farm is ready to enjoy life again after a 7-month recovery
When Tuffy the black bear first arrived at Animals Asia's Tam Dao rescue centre in Vietnam last September, the little critter was in such bad shape that the vets didn't think it would make it. Tuffy was rescued from a bile farm where it was kept for years. Bear's bile is a common ingredient used in traditional Chinese medicine. Besides … [Link]
Mashable » Report exposes which Aussie suburbs are the most charitable
Charitable giving is for everyone, but it's fair to wonder whether the top end of town is donating their fair share. The answer is sort of, according to the National Australia Bank's Charitable Giving Index for 2016, which measures how much Australians are giving to charity. The latest report looks at where and how much Aussies spent on charities in the … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT #2280: Winter is coming to Cupertino!
Is Jon iPhone dead? [Link]
WIRED » Dyson’s First-Ever Hair Dryer Will Make All Others Look Weak
After years of building vacuums, hand dryers, fans, and air purifiers, the company has decided to make a hair dryer. The Supersonic is here, and it costs $400. The post Dyson's First-Ever Hair Dryer Will Make All Others Look Weak appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Dyson made a hair dryer and it's kind of stunning … and expensive
The hair dryer is not a work of art, but it does hold a sort of iconic place in our cultural landscape. It's recognizable at a distance and has been blowing and burning follicles in pretty much the same way since the 1970s. The new Dyson Supersonic is a stunning breath of hot air in the face of traditional dryers … [Link]
Mashable » Black Lives Matter activist loses big in Baltimore mayoral primary
DeRay Mckesson, the activist who rose to prominence following 2014 protests against police brutality in Ferguson, Missouri, will not be the next mayor of Baltimore. Mckesson had tried to transition from activism to politics with a late jump into his home city's race for mayor, but managed to pull in only 3% of Democratic primary voters on Tuesday. Maryland State … [Link]
Mashable » Go backstage at the Sydney Opera House with Google's virtual museum
The sails of the Sydney Opera House are recognisable around the world, but the space beneath them remains largely hidden. On Wednesday, the building and the Google Cultural Institute, an initiative that hosts virtual museums from around the world, announced a new partnership that will see more than 1,000 of the House's artefacts posted online. The digital collection includes sketches from the … [Link]
Mashable » 7 things you didn't know you could do with Snapchat's chat features
Between motion-tracking emoji and face swapping with saved photos, there's been no shortage of feature-packed Snapchat updates of late. But there's a lot more you can do outside of the app's camera. Snapchat rolled out a major revamp to its chat features last month, which added a ton of new ways you can share through the chat section of the … [Link]
Mashable » Ad shows why our relationship with dogs is more special than you think
It's hardly a surprise that dogs can help humans feel happier. But could your heart be in sync with your canine companion? Perhaps so, if this touching advertisement by dog food manufacturer Pedigree is to be believed. The company monitored the heart rates of three dogs and their humans, and found they began to mirror each other when in close … [Link]
WIRED » The Best Book for Nerds Who Cook Just Won a Culinary Oscar
The book, from the managing culinary director of food site Serious Eats, took home the James Beard Award for general cooking. The post The Best Book for Nerds Who Cook Just Won a Culinary Oscar appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Volkswagen had a PowerPoint on emissions cheating in '06, report says
It's getting more and more difficult to believe that Volkswagen employees were unaware of the company's diesel emissions-cheating software. SEE ALSO: Volkswagen agrees to fix or buy back 500,000 diesel cars in U.S. A top Volkswagen technology executive reportedly created a PowerPoint presentation in 2006 detailing how to cheat diesel emissions testing in the U.S., reports the Ne~ York Times. According to two … [Link]
Slashdot » Millions Of Waze Users Can Have Their Movements Tracked By Hackers
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Fusion: Researchers at the University of California-Santa Barbara recently discovered a Waze vulnerability that allowed them to create thousands of "ghost drivers" that can monitor the drivers around them — an exploit that could be used to track Waze users in real-time. Here's how the exploit works. Waze's servers communicate with phones using … [Link]
Mashable » Tinder just launched a group dating option in Australia
No need to call your friends for a debrief after a particularly bad Tinder date — now you can just bring them along. The insanely popular dating app just launched a new feature, Tinder Social, on Wednesday local time. It's a new function that allows you and your friends to create a group on the platform, which can then match … [Link]
Mashable » Another racist texting scandal smears San Francisco police
A beleaguered San Francisco Police Department took another hit to its tarnished image Tuesday with the release of racist and homophobic text messages the chief says were exchanged between four officers. SEE ALSO: San Francisco police shoot man at least 15 times while bystanders capture video The city's public defender released transcripts he said show offensive texts sent and received … [Link]
Mashable » Is that a spoiler? The new 'Game of Thrones' dilemma for book fans.
Spoiler status: Low. If you've seen up to the end of Season 5, you should be good until the Here Be Spoilers! warning. I didn't start out as a Game of Thrones book reader. It took binge-watching the first two seasons of the HBO show, and the prospect of an impossibly unfair year-long gap before Season 3, to make me … [Link]
Slashdot » 2016 Hugo Awards Shortlist Dominated By Rightwing Campaign
Dave Knott quotes a report from The Guardian: The annual Hugo awards for the best science fiction of the year have once again been riven by controversy, as a concerted campaign by a conservative lobby has dominated the ballot. The Sad Puppies and Rabid Puppies movements, which both separately campaign against a perceived bias towards liberal and leftwing science-fiction and … [Link]
Mashable » 'New Girl' writer describes working with Prince: 'He made his own light'
"I think Prince is magic," Jess tells her roommates on New Girl. "I've always thought Prince was magic," Nick replies. When New Girl creator and writer Liz Meriwether spoke to Prince's representatives, they told her he was a big fan of the show. His guest appearance in Season 3 came after he declined to be on the show earlier, after Meriwether wrote … [Link]
Slashdot » Zero Zero's Camera Drone Could Be A Robot Command Center In The Future
Tekla Perry writes: Zero Zero Robotics comes out of stealth today with the Hover Camera drone that uses face and body recognition to follow and photograph selected subjects. Company cofounder Meng Qiu Wang explains why he did the engineering in China (he built a team of 80 that worked two years on the project), and how this flying camera will … [Link]
Mashable » Man crossing ocean in inflatable hamster wheel rescued, yet again
Who knew that traveling the open sea in a giant inflatable bubble could cause so much trouble? Pretty much everyone, apparently, but that didn't stop Reza Baluchi from trying it anyway. On Sunday, U.S. Coast Guard officials were forced to rescue Baluchi after discovering that his hamster wheel — sorry, HydroPod as it's known — was "manifestly unsafe." SEE ALSO: Zoo … [Link]
Mashable » Maker Studios scales back NewFronts presentation, plans intimate breakfast
LOS ANGELES — This time last year, Maker Studios was in an enviable position. The Disney-owned online video platform had announced a robust slate of short-form programming — including projects with Marvel, ESPN and ABC Family — in front of 800 plus people at NewFronts in New York. But now, the world's second-largest multiplatform network told Mashable it is taking … [Link]
Mashable » 'Top Gear' is getting an after show
Top Gear is going into overdrive. When the car series returns in May, fans of the show are going to get a second helping of the fun thanks to Extra Gear, a new after show that will be presented by Top Gear host Rory Reid. "Extra Gear is hugely exciting. The Top Gear fans are some of the keenest in the … [Link]
Mashable » Samantha Bee slams 'bigots' who oppose Harriet Tubman's place on the new $20 bill
Badass abolitionist Harriet Tubman is set to join Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill, and everyone is cheering, right? Not so, said Samantha Bee on Monday night's episode of Full Frontal. Instead, Bee said, some Republicans are condemning the decision as disrespectful to the former president — and those are the tamest opposers. Reminder: Tubman isn't even replacing Jackson on … [Link]
Mashable » HTC launches $100 million virtual reality fund
The burgeoning virtual reality industry is all about creating simulated realities, but for VR startups focused on the HTC Vive, things just got a lot more real HTC has announced the launch of Vive X, a $100 million fund designed to foster the growth of VR startups around the world See also: Facebook just made VR selfie sticks a thing "Virtual … [Link]
Mashable » Someone is trying to sell rainwater from the day Prince died
Moments after news broke that Prince passed away on Thursday, people flocked to auction and trading sites like eBay to cash in on Prince records and memorabilia. And that's to be expected, really. When a celebrity dies, there's a newfound or returning interest in their life and life's work. But one desperate eBayer may be trying a little too hard. … [Link]
Slashdot » HTC Announces $100 Million Fund For Virtual Reality Startups
An anonymous reader writes: HTC today announced the Vive X accelerator program through which the company will invest from it's newly created $100 million VR fund. The fund aims to kickstart the VR ecosystem in support of the company's Vive VR headset. Applications for the accelerator program, which will open first in Beijing, Taipei, and San Francisco, are open today. … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Animals may be fed manure-bred maggots to make meat sustainable
An EU ban on the use of insect larvae in feed for farmed salmon, pigs and chicken may be relaxed after study concludes that it is safe [Link]
New Scientist – News » Prescription monitoring system to curb drug abuse in Australia
Real-time monitoring for drugs like OxyContin, morphine and Xanax is intended to enable doctors and pharmacists in Victoria to curb addiction and offer help [Link]
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