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 » Ashley Madison tries to win back users with first-ever TV commercials
Like a cheating lover begging for forgiveness, infidelity-themed dating service Ashley Madison is trying to win back people's hearts with a new ad campaign. The site, previously billed as a way to coordinate extramarital affairs, became infamous last summer when a massive hack revealed personal information belonging to 32 million of its users. SEE ALSO: How one disgruntled employee can … [Link]
Slashdot » PSA: Pokemon Go Has Full Access To Your Google Account Data
An anonymous reader writes: If you're an iPhone user and have installed Pokemon GO, you may have noticed that the app grants itself full access to your Google account. It can read your email, location history, documents and pretty much every else associated with your Google account. (You can check to see for yourself here.) Given the nature of the … [Link]
Mashable » Baton Rouge protestor in viral photo: 'I am a vessel'
Her stance, that of calm poise in the face of an intimidating row of armored cops, caught the eye of photographer Jonathan Bachman on Saturday and the resulting image has since been splashed on news sites across the globe. Now, the woman, captured during a Black Lives Matter protest in Baton Rouge in a photograph some are likening to the snap of … [Link]
Mashable » Star Wars Land concept art reveals secret plans for Disneyland attraction
LOS ANGELES — Did the Millennium Falcon swap its radar dish again? And other questions we now have. SEE ALSO: Forget Darth Vader. This is the 'Rogue One' character that has Star Wars fans buzzing It's been nearly a year since Disney revealed plans to build Star Wars Land at both its Orlando and Anaheim theme parks. So far all … [Link]
Mashable » Want a driver to chase Pokémon? These Craigslist ads will help.
Fear not, Pokémon chasers, there is a new way to hunt down the little critters across America. Two brilliant entrepreneurs have put ads on Craigslist offering to drive obsessive Pokémon Go players around town for a small fee. That means you can catch all the Pokémon you want without worrying about the minor issue of car accidents. SEE ALSO: 'Pokémon Go' is … [Link]
Slashdot » Can Tech Workers Skip The Olympics As Easily As Athletes?
netbuzz writes: [Network World reports:] "Golfer Jordan Spieth announced this morning that he will not play in the Olympics, citing Zika, meaning the world's top four players in his sport have now opted out of going to Brazil. They're self-employed and answer to no one. But what of the rank-and-file employees who work for major technology companies sending large contingents … [Link]
Mashable » Sorry, astronauts: You can't play 'Pokémon Go' in space
While the whole world seems to be totally obsessed with Pokémon Go, at least six people aren't going to have the chance to try out the augmented reality gaming sensation anytime soon. According to NASA, the six crew members living and working on the International Space Station won't be able to play the app-based smartphone game — which involves hunting … [Link]
Mashable » Wisconsin becomes the latest state to float 'Blue Lives Matter' bill
Wisconsin became the latest state to float a ‘Blue Lives Matter’ bill to make targeting law enforcement officers a hate crime Monday. The proposal was announced by Rep. David Steffen, a Green Bay Republican, just days after five officers were killed by a gunman in Dallas on Thursday night. It sees Wisconsin joining several other states — including Kentucky and … [Link]
Popular Science » A Supernova Might Have Abetted A Mass Extinction On Earth
Space It would have slammed the planet with cosmic radiation several million years ago An exploding star hundreds of light-years from Earth may have played a role in the minor mass extinction 2.59 million years ago. [Link]
Popular Science » Folded DNA Used To Recreate Van Gogh's 'Starry Night'
Science Scientists painted the famous artwork in "origami" molecules Caltech scientists recreated a swirling Starry Night out of "DNA origami" that's merely the width of a dime. [Link]
WIRED » Playing Pokemon Go? You Need the Right Gear
Rule the shopping cart, catch them all. The post Playing Pokemon Go? You Need the Right Gear appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » MIT Says Their Anonymity Network Is More Secure Than Tor
An anonymous reader writes from a report via PC Magazine: Following the recent vulnerabilities in Tor, researchers at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory and the Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne have been working on a new anonymity network that they say is more secure than Tor. While the researchers are planning to present their new system, dubbed Riffle, … [Link]
Popular Science » Pokémon Go App Doesn't Work In Space Station
Space Astronauts are pretty much the only people not playing It's official: No Pokémon GO playing aboard the International Space Station. NASA confirmed that nobody up there will have access to the app. Apparently even if the app… [Link]
Popular Science » GOP Platform Vows To Protect U.S. From A Fantasy Weapon
Military An EMP is an EMPty threat EMPs are less scary than the nukes that produce them. [Link]
Mashable » Craigslist missed connections are now basically PokéStops
Thanks to the new addictive app Pokémon Go, millennial missed connections are on the rise. A slew of Pokémon Go trainers posted missed connection ads on Craigslist for people they interacted with while playing the game. Let's help these hopeful souls find their Ash Ketchums. SEE ALSO: All of these Pokémon in my apartment better pay rent A shy San … [Link]
Mashable » Why you should be picky when choosing a fertility app
Fertility apps promise to simplify a woman's life in an essential way — they can help her avoid pregnancy or understand when she's most fertile. But a new study reveals that many of these apps can't live up to their potential. That failure poses a significant risk for women who stake their family planning choices on a smartphone. SEE … [Link]
Popular Science » A "Micro Winery" Makes Delicious Wine, Drop By Drop
Technology A tiny but constant supply of the good stuff Scientists are using a "microwinery" to make wine… [Link]
Slashdot » Netflix Is The Least-Cancelled of All Major Streaming Services, Says Study
An anonymous reader writes from a report via Exstreamist: A recent survey from IBM suggests that nearly 70% of streaming service subscribers never canceled their subscriptions. One of the more likely reasons subscribers cancel is because their credit cards expire and they never get around to updating the information in each service. The other most likely reasons subscribers cancel is … [Link]
Mashable » Activists will run a transgender rights ad on Fox News during the GOP convention
A transgender rights group has landed a commercial spot that will ensure its message is preaching to anything but the choir. Fox News viewers tuning into presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump's (also presumptive) acceptance speech at the party convention next week will be treated to the first-person testimony of a transgender woman talking about how proposed bathroom laws could impact … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Hyperwallet Expands Dev Toolkit with New API Functionality and SDKs
Hyperwallet, a payouts provider, revealed recently that its REST payout API has moved from public beta to full public availability. The announcement coincides with the launch of new Hyperwallet developer features, including software development kits (SDKs), additional API calls, and a bolstered self-serve developer portal. Hyperwallet has indicated that these new tools are intended to further expand API functionality and … [Link]
Mashable » 'Overwatch' hero spotlight: How to suck less with Zarya
Each Overwatch hero is a special snowflake. Different guns, different abilities, different movement speeds, different quirks. Learning to excel with one hero doesn't mean you've mastered Overwatch. SEE ALSO: 4 'Overwatch' hero strategies for beginners to master Playing a hero the "right" way only gets you so far, of course. Positioning, team formation (on both sides) and overall skill level … [Link]
Popular Science » Did The Dallas Bomb Robot Set A Precedent For Police?
Military It's not the bot, it's the bomb Bomb bot implications. [Link]
Popular Science » Everything That’s Been Blamed On Pokemon Go So Far
Entertainment Hate the game, not the player Apparently the end of the world is nigh, thanks to those jerks at Nintendo and their world-domination plot-turned-app Pokémon Go. As millions of users have signed up… [Link]
Popular Science » Six Ways Pokémon Go Could Be Improved
Entertainment Because there's always room for improvement (and background refresh) Pokémon Go is already a massive community of players enjoying the same game, and most of the experiences have been positive. Still, the app is not without flaws. It's… [Link]
Slashdot » Password Reuse Tool Makes It Easy To ID Vulnerable Accounts On Other Sites
Dan Goodin, reporting for Ars Technica: Over the past few months, a cluster of megabreaches has dumped account credentials for a mind-boggling 642 million accounts into the public domain, where they can then be used to compromise other accounts that are protected by the same password. Now, there's software that can streamline this vicious cycle by testing for reused passcodes … [Link]
Mashable » 'Pokémon Go' battle strategies are now more accessible for colorblind users
When it comes to super high stakes battles on Pokémon Go, you don't want to just choose your attack technique willy-nilly. That's why Pokémon-type charts exist to show how you how damaging your move will be. Because these charts typically categorize strength with different colors, they can be challenging for colorblind readers to interpret. So, Reddit user zonination created six … [Link]
Popular Science » Gorgeous Hubble Picture Shows The Heart Of The Crab Nebula
Space A spinning neutron star A recently released composite image shows the crab nebula, and the neutron star at its heart. [Link]
Popular Science » Robot Replicates How Our Ancestors First Walked On Land
Science Future and ancient past combine in the study of vertebrates Researchers built a robot to better understand how ancient vertebrates might have moved. [Link]
Mashable » 8 'Pokémon Go' tricks that'll help you become a Pokémon master
So you're going crazy for Pokémon Go, aren't you? You can't stop thinking about it, tweeting about it and playing the darn game that's taken the entire world by storm. You want be become a Pokémon master, right? Though the game's quite simple, it's also deep if you're a completionist and want to brag in front of all your friends. … [Link]
Slashdot » PC Gaming Is Still Way Too Hard
Motherboard has an article in which it argues that PC gaming is still way too hard. The author of the article claims that for one to build a gaming PC, they need an "unreasonable" amount of disposable income, and also have an unreasonable amount of time to "research, shop around, and assemble parts" for their computer. The author adds that … [Link]
Mashable » Playful cows unravel hay bale like kids unrolling toilet paper
You probably don't think of cows as playful animals. This clip from Oak Harbor, Washington, however, will destroy that notion. With a little help from a human, a group of excited cows was spotted rolling a giant hay bale down a hill — using their heads, of course. We're sure the farmer is going to truly love picking up all … [Link]
Mashable » 5 things happening at New York Fashion Week: Men's
It's that time again: men's fashion week, a four-day long celebration of the best and brightest in American fashion, officially kicks off today. SEE ALSO: Contouring is dead: The English rose is this summer's hottest men's grooming look Following in the footsteps of London, Milan and Paris, New York is stepping up and showing its Spring 2017 collections this week. … [Link]
Popular Science » Pokémon Go Has Access To Your Entire Google Account
Technology Your data: gotta catch 'em all. While Pokémon GO users (millions and millions of them already) are collecting all 150 of the game's fictional species of creatures, Niantic and Nintendo are collecting a… [Link]
Mashable » Several reported dead in courthouse shooting in Michigan
Several people have been killed in a shooting at Berrien County Courthouse in southwest Michigan, according to local media. Two bailiffs from the court and the shooter are believed to be dead following the incident, WWMT reports, which began shortly after 2:30 p.m. local time. Michigan State Police secured the area at around 3:30 p.m. local time, according to Michigan … [Link]
Mashable » Remarkable photo of young woman’s arrest becomes the iconic image of the Black Lives Matter protests
To some people on social media, the photo of a woman peacefully protesting in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, bares an uncanny resemblance to the iconic image of Tank Man — the unidentified man whose photo was taken during the Tiananmen Square protests of 1989. More details: http://on.mash.to/29rMN0I Read more… More about Standalone Featured, Protesters, Protest, Louisiana, and Real Time
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Mashable » This is the robot Dallas police used to kill shooter
We now know exactly which robot was used to deliver an explosive device and kill Micah Xavier Johnson who, police say, killed five police officers and wounded 7 others in a shooting spree last week. When the Dallas Police Department made the fateful decision last week to use a bomb disposal robot to deliver an explosive that ended up killing … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » How to Mine Tweets for Sentiment Analysis with the ParseHub API
If you ever need to analyze social media sites for your business analytics, you will notice two things: it takes some serious technical prowess to code everything yourself, and it takes some seriously deep pockets to get a consultant or a software company to do it for you. Fortunately, there are APIs that you can use to help with both … [Link]
Slashdot » Verizon Completes Its Radio Specs for 5G, Pushing Its Agenda For Global Standard Down the Line
Roger Cheng, reporting for CNET: The reality of 5G, wireless connectivity that's faster than our speediest home internet service, is years away. But that isn't stopping Verizon from making its presence felt now. The nation's largest wireless carrier said Monday it has worked out the radio specifications for its 5G deployment with its vendor partners, providing a common blueprint for … [Link]
Mashable » Taylor Swift is the top-earning celebrity of the year, according to Forbes
I guess Taylor is picking up the tab at the next squad night out. Pop queen and Grammy winner Taylor Swift has been named the top-earning celebrity of 2016 by Forbes. Thanks to her 1989 World Tour and sponsorship deals with companies like Diet Coke and Apple, Swift has brought in $170 million dollars in 2016 alone. She jumped seven … [Link]
Mashable » Baby elephant thoroughly enjoys his first dip in the pool
Splish splash, baby elephant was taking a bath. This fun-loving, two-month-old elephant had his first summer pool day at the Dallas Zoo and it was truly precious. Between the dunks in the inflatable pool, the shower from the hose and the rolling around, it looks like this little guy had the time of his life. Here's to more summer fun! … [Link]
Mashable » The NFL is hiring a Snapchat editor to build a new Discover channel
Snapchat may soon be hosting more sports content. The National Football League appears to be building a team for a channel on Snapchat Discover, the mobile storytelling app’s network of media publishers. SEE ALSO: Snapchat's Discover redesign lets you subscribe to publishers The NFL is looking to hire a managing editor for a Snapchat Discover team who can “help create … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » IBM to Remove Watson IoT API v1 in Favor of v2
IBM originally launched v2 of its Watson IoT Platform APIs last August. Nearly a year after the v2 release, IBM has announced that it will soon remove v1 of the APIs. v2 includes all the features from v1 plus additional functionality and points of interaction (e.g. device management firmware download, update and reboot; build operations for multi-device registration; update device … [Link]
Mashable » Giants pitcher makes a miracle catch while arguing with an umpire
This week has been phenomenal for awesome catches made on accident. After an arguably botched call on a check swing by Diamondbacks Jake Lamb, Giants catcher Buster Posey tossed the ball back to pitcher Jake Peavy, as usual. Though Peavy was a bit preoccupied, arguing with the third base umpire that the call should've been a strike. Which would've been … [Link]
Mashable » A non-gamer's best guesses as to what Pokémon Go actually is
I'm a 37-year-old man with a 17-month-old little boy, and I am increasingly out of touch with video games. But since I work at Mashable, where I am the science editor, I am surrounded by people who do play video games, and who are obsessing over something called "Pokémon Go" at the moment. I've been trying to figure out what … [Link]
Mashable » Bin Laden's son threatens revenge against the U.S.
Hamza bin Laden, who is purportedly one of late al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden's sons, issued a message over the weekend threatening revenge against the U.S. for the assassination of his father. In a video released by As-Sahab, the organization's media arm, Hamza bin Laden tells Americans they are accountable for the decisions of their leaders, the Associated Press reports, … [Link]
Mashable » Wasp interrupts girls trying to record a slow motion selfie
Every once in a while someone attempts to take a regular photo or video and accidentally captures a magically unexpected moment instead. This is one of those times. While making some funny facial expressions in the car and recording them in slow motion, these two girls had the unfortunate experience of encountering a wasp. Though we do feel for them, … [Link]
Slashdot » Facebook Sued for $1 Billion for Alleged Use of Medium for Terror
A group of Israelis and American lawyers are suing Facebook for a sum of $1 billion in damages for allegedly facilitating deadly Palestinian militant attacks on their loved ones. The application accuses Facebook of helping Hamas militants plot attacks that killed four Americans and wounded one in Israel, the West Bank and Jerusalem. Bloomberg reports:"Facebook has knowingly provided material support … [Link]
Mashable » Relive the dawn of greatness with LeBron's 2003 NBA Summer League highlights
NBA Summer League is irresistible to hardcore hoop-heads, but virtually unknown to the casual fan. It's where touted rookies first dip their toes into the pro game and where career journeymen seek to impress scouts in hopes of landing one more contract. Even LeBron James was once a teenager learning the professional ropes for the first time. SEE ALSO: A … [Link]
Mashable » 'Pokémon Go' is actually bringing families together
Pokemon Go has done more for family bonding since dad enforced the weekly board game night. The mobile augmented reality game took the internet by surprise after its cultural impact hit over the past week. While most video games involve solitary play, Pokémon Go forces players to go out into the real world. So naturally, seeing a bunch of people … [Link]
Mashable » These are the things you're doing that cause hair loss
A man's mane is sacred. No wonder biblical figures like Samson became virtually powerless when shorn. Hair, after all, has always equated to strength. SEE ALSO: This inspiring hairdresser gives free haircuts to the homeless Things haven't really changed from ancient times. In a new study by Dove Men + Care Hair, called "Real Life Test," men have become more … [Link]
WIRED » Forget Stars—Companies Do Best When They Grow Their Own Talent
The tech industry worships at the altar of the A-player. But too often, star execs and engineers are wooed from one company only to flame out at another. The post Forget Stars—Companies Do Best When They Grow Their Own Talent appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » Infected Pokemon GO APK Carries Dangerous Android Backdoor
An anonymous reader writes: Users eager to get their hands on the new Nintendo mobile gaming app Pokemon GO, downloading unofficial copies of the game are opening themselves up to hackers who are circulating malicious versions of the Android APK. A remote access tool (RAT), known as DroidJack (or SandroRAT), has been added to some APK files, allowing third parties … [Link]
Mashable » A newly discovered dwarf planet lurks beyond Neptune
Scientists using a telescope in Hawaii have discovered a never-before-seen dwarf planet lurking within the ring of icy bodies beyond the orbit of Neptune. The small new world — temporarily named 2015 RR245 — is about 435 miles in diameter and is in a wide orbit that brings it farther away from the sun than Neptune is. The newly-spotted dwarf … [Link]
Mashable » Warriors' Draymond Green reportedly arrested in Michigan
Golden State Warriors' player Draymond Green was reportedly arrested on assault charges in East Lansing, Michigan over the weekend. SEE ALSO: Draymond Green can name all 34 players drafted ahead of him in 2012 Police aren't forthcoming with details on the incident, refusing to confirm to MLive that it was Green who was arrested but saying it was an NBA … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Soil organisms alone can determine which plants grow where
The living communities under the land can determine what kinds of plants thrive about the ground – and giving “soil shots” to land can shape its restoration [Link]
New Scientist – News » Setbacks force HIV researchers to focus on remission, not cures
A series of experimental setbacks have knocked hopes of ridding people of HIV permanently, with researchers now hoping for improved remission [Link]
New Scientist – News » Capuchin monkeys may have taught us how to eat cashew nuts
Stones found in Brazil seem to be nutcrackers used by monkeys hundreds of years ago, hinting that human settlers could have copied them to enjoy the nuts [Link]
New Scientist – News » Next PM Theresa May often demands the scientifically impossible
Theresa May is set to become leader of the Conservative party and thus UK prime minister on Wednesday, but her record on science and technology issues is poor [Link]
New Scientist – News » Pomegranate by-product boosts muscles and may fight ageing
Urolithin A makes worms live longer and mice run further, and may be the first chemical discovered that can improve the quality of ageing muscle [Link]
New Scientist – News » Water waves travel back in time to retrace their ripples
Researchers have discovered that jolting waves can send them rippling back to where they came from like a movie in reverse [Link]
Mashable » Brexit referendum led to 42% spike in racist incidents, police say
LONDON — The UK's vote to leave the European Union has had one very worrying side effect: A sharp spike in reports of hate crimes. Reports to police of hate crime went up by 42% from June 16-30, to more than 3,000 allegations. The referendum was held on June 23. “I believe the referendum debate has led to an increase … [Link]
Mashable » Your dating life may get a boost from Pokémon Go
Step aside, Tinder — there's a new dating app in town. Well, kinda. Pokémon Go has catapulted to the top of app stores since it launched five days ago in the United States, New Zealand and Australia. In the States, Android users have downloaded the game more times than they have downloaded the dating app Tinder. And for some players, … [Link]
Mashable » Snoop Dogg seemed a bit confused about a horse during ‘Family Feud’
Snoop Dogg was posed a tough question on Family Feud. The category was "Pie in the…" and his wife Shante Broadus had already answered "sky" (completing a common idiom). No repeat answers allowed. So naturally, he answered "horse," in the hopes that horses were secretly everyone's favorite pie containers. Steve Harvey was first on the scene for a stoner joke, … [Link]
Mashable » Tim Duncan retires and the NBA loses an all-time great unlike any other
Tim Duncan won his first NBA championship and first NBA Finals MVP award when Bill Clinton was still president. Four more titles would follow, along with two more Finals MVPs and two NBA MVP awards, to boot. Duncan accomplished all those accolades after playing four years of college basketball at a time when the best NBA prospects began bolting to … [Link]
Popular Science » Democratic And Republican Conventions Will Stream On Twitter
Technology Twitter continues its programming ramp-up with livestreams for both parties Twitter continues to flesh out its growing livestreaming program with a plan to broadcast both of this year's National Conventions ahead of the presidential… [Link]
Mashable » John Oliver responds to your very mean YouTube comments
John Oliver is all about the fans. And by fans, we mean people who leave mean comments on YouTube. The Last Week Tonight host took some time to highlight some of the rudest, most hilarious things people have left on the show's YouTube channels. Honestly, he's not mad about the trolls. Except when they make better jokes than him. Playful … [Link]
Slashdot » Hamilton Producer Jeffrey Seller: Live Theater Is the Antidote To Digital Overload
As more people come online and get hold of smartphones, we are witnessing a generation that is reliant on their phones to get news, entertainment, and educational resources among other things. They watch movies and TV shows on Netflix and other services, and they listen to music on Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube. Naturally, you would think that people in … [Link]
WIRED » How to Watch the Home Run Derby in VR
Samsung Gear VR users can get a 360-degree view of the 2016 Home Run Derby. The post How to Watch the Home Run Derby in VR appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » 'Pokémon Go' is getting people outside and injuring them
C'mon guys, Ash Ketchum was able to do this no problem and he's 10. Pokémon Go's explosive release changed the course of many people's weekends. People kayaked out to claim gyms, Nintendo stockholders likely held huge money fights and people in the UK continue to be subjected to ultimate FOMO. A common theme for many players has been shouldering minor … [Link]
Popular Science » You Could Organize Real-World Pokémon Events For A Living
Entertainment Pokémon Go is hiring a community manager Be the change you want to see in the world (of Pokemon Go). [Link]
Mashable » Spotify announces 'Pokémon' theme song plays up 382%
"You teach me and I teach you! PO-KE-MON!" If Pokémon Go had you humming these words all weekend, you aren't alone. It seems the catchy Pokémon theme song is users' choice for opening music for the mobile game phenomenon. According to data from Spotify, that catchy theme song — made popular by the cartoon show that started airing in the … [Link]
Mashable » 10 very inappropriate locations for Poke Stops in Pokémon Go
Please do not catch Pokémon on the graves of my loved ones. Now that Pokémon Go has taken over the U.S., our lives have become entirely about Poke Stops — locations in the game where players can catch 'em all and collect vital game items. SEE ALSO: The 15 weirdest places people have caught them all in 'Pokémon Go' For … [Link]
Mashable » Amazon is basically paying you to pick up a Dash button
Ahead of Prime Day (which kicks off at 3 a.m. EDT on July 12), Amazon has a VERY good deal on its Dash buttons. Dash buttons are normally priced at $4.99, and they come with a $4.99 credit on the first item you order. It basically makes the button free. But today, Dash buttons are just 99 cents. Even better, … [Link]
Popular Science » Many Diseases Are Declining, And Doctors Aren’t Sure Why
Health Rates of age-related illnesses are dropping A host of diseases are diminishing in wealthy countries. [Link]
Popular Science » Where And How To See Manhattanhenge Tonight
Science The biannual alignment of the earth and sun comes upon New York once more Manhattanhenge, the biannual setting of the sun between the island's skyscrapers, occurs tonight. [Link]
Mashable » 3 things I wish I'd known when I was laid off
I wish I had known that it could happen to me: The life-changing, income-stifling, ego-bruising, future-altering event called getting laid off. Several years ago after the first round of layoffs at my company, when close friends and valuable co-workers were let go, I actually thought I was indispensable. It couldn’t happen to me! How could a department of numbers people … [Link]
Slashdot » Millions Of Xiaomi Phones at Risk Of Remotely Installed Malware
Zack Whittaker, reporting for ZDNet: Millions of Xiaomi phones are vulnerable to a flaw that could allow an attacker to remotely install malware. The vulnerability, now fixed, was found in the analytics package in Xiaomi's custom-built Android-based operating system. Security researchers at IBM, who found the flaw, discovered a number of apps in the package that were vulnerable to a … [Link]
Mashable » Learn how to turn your failures into successes in our next #BizChats
Failing. We know, it is pretty uncomfortable to talk aboutNobody likes to fail, but guess what? It's an essential part to growing and developing as a professional Ever wonder why it's so challenging to bounce back from failure? Especially one that didn't turn out the way we expected? You're not the first to deal with that struggle, and you certainly … [Link]
Mashable » David Cameron announces he's leaving No. 10, walks away humming cheerfully
LONDON — If David Cameron's cheerful humming is anything to go by, he doesn't exactly sound stressed at the thought of stepping down as Prime Minister. After a press conference in which he made a speech about handing over power to Theresa May, Cameron turned around and walked back inside No. 10. SEE ALSO: David Cameron offended an entire British … [Link]
Popular Science » Study Finds Police Shoot At Black And White Suspects Equally
Science But it's not all about the gunfire Findings suggest that while police are more likely to push, pepper spray, aim a weapon at or handcuff black people, there is little to no difference between who gets… [Link]
Mashable » David Beckham shares adorable birthday message to his daughter Harper
LONDON — If you had to rank families in terms of their Instagram prowess, the Beckhams would almost certainly be up there. To celebrate his daughter Harper's fifth birthday, David Beckham shared a sunny black-and-white picture of the two of them together — along with a heartfelt message. SEE ALSO: David Beckham's new tattoo looks like a classical masterpiece "Such … [Link]
Slashdot » Qualcomm's New Snapdragon 821 Is 10 Percent Faster Than the 820
An anonymous reader shares a report on The Verge: Qualcomm has announced a new flagship mobile processor called the Snapdragon 821. The 821 is a slight update to the Snapdragon 820 that debuted in smartphones earlier this year and promises modest performance gains. The 820 has been found in virtually every high-end Android smartphone this year, including Samsung's Galaxy S7 … [Link]
Popular Science » Segway Inventor's Advanced Prosthetic Arm Will Go On Sale This Year
Technology Dean Kamen and DARPA team up The DEKA (aka Luke) arm will go on sale this year. [Link]
Popular Science » North Korea Test-Fires Another Missile From A Submarine
Military The third failed test since December North Korea did the missile thing again. [Link]
Mashable » Sharks, bears and other predators get a new, more sympathetic TV show
On television, sharks and other top predators tend to get a bad rap. Portrayed as fierce, insatiable killers during the Discovery Channel's Shark Week of programming, for example, the fact that humans are the ones pushing many shark species to the brink of extinction is rarely, if ever mentioned. If you're looking for a fascinating, dramatic and more balanced perspective … [Link]
Mashable » Gaming speedrunners raise more than $1.2 million for Doctors Without Borders at SGDQ
The annual speedrunning charity event Summer Games Done Quick finished up late Saturday night, raising just less than $1.3 million to be donated to Doctors Without Borders. All week, some of gaming's fastest players gathered in Minneapolis and streamed their attempts to beat games as quickly as possible while encouraging donations. SEE ALSO: What it means to be one of … [Link]
Slashdot » Hacker Finds Bug to Edit or Delete Any Medium Post
Joseph Cox, reporting for Motherboard: Medium has become the go-to home for extended blog posts from researchers, CEOs, and even the President of the United States. Now, one hacker has found a way to edit or delete any post on the publishing platform. "I tried to think of different possibilities or testing cases on how can I delete a story … [Link]
Mashable » The 15 weirdest places people have caught them all in 'Pokémon Go'
Well, that escalated quickly. Just days after launching in the United States, Pokémon Go has become inescapable. Turns out that sending gamers out into the real world to play will not only force them to interact with other humans, but it's the perfect way to create some very weird and hysterical situations. SEE ALSO: Apparently, the 9/11 memorial is a … [Link]
Mashable » Nintendo just grew by $7.5 billion thanks to 'Pokémon Go'
Pokémon Go has emerged in just a few days as a cultural phenomenon. In an even shorter amount of time, it's also looking like a savior for Nintendo. The hope that Nintendo may have finally cracked mobile gaming sent shares in the company soaring, adding around $7 billion to the value of the company in the past couple days of … [Link]
Mashable » 7 sexual health issues facing teen girls globally — and how you can help
Girls may run the world, but they're also up against major inequality — and they could use more support. July 11 is World Population Day, an annual U.N. event that focuses on the urgent issues affecting the world's booming population. This year's theme is "investing in teenage girls" — a call for attention and action on this particularly vulnerable part … [Link]
Mashable » Challenge of the day: Find the cell phone in this picture
Another puzzle has arrived to stump the Internet and it's a real eye-strainer. Though this may look like a simple photograph of a table on top of a patterned carpet, it's actually hiding an important technological treasure…a cell phone. SEE ALSO: Sneaky math puzzle will make you feel like a fool Your job is simple — find the cell phone … [Link]
WIRED » The Democratic Convention Impersonates Nordstrom to #Engage Voters
With their convention fast approaching, Democrats are borrowing a social media tactic from retailers to convince voters to buy what the party is selling. The post The Democratic Convention Impersonates Nordstrom to #Engage Voters appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » Neuroscientists Warn Against Unsupervised Direct Brain Stimulation
Health Maybe don’t DIY Electrocute your brain Who could have guessed that that sticking DIY electrodes to your temples and flicking a switch to "ON" could end poorly? [Link]
Popular Science » Soil Microbe Transplants Could Help Restore Damaged Ecosystems
Environment The dirt makes all the difference A new study released in Nature Plants on Monday says it may have found a missing, vital component to ecosystem restoration: microbiota. [Link]
New Scientist – News » Evolutionary forces are causing a boom in bad science
Evolutionary analysis suggests that the way researchers are rewarded, and the competitive environment they work in, are pushing them to do worse research [Link]
Popular Science » Watch Bears Play Nature's Version Of Pokemon Go With Salmon
Animals Gotta catch 'em all Take a break from looking for a Magikarp to watch Alaskan bears catch some fish. [Link]
Slashdot » Pokemon Game Adds $7.5 Billion To Nintendo Market Value In Two Days
Who would have thought that Nintendo will ever make a strong return to the market… especially with an app that is not designed for company's signature hardware. But that is exactly what has happened. Shares in Nintendo soared again on Monday, according to a report on Reuters, bringing market-value gains to $7.5 billion in just two days as investors cheered … [Link]
Mashable » Defying the 'starving artist' stereotype: Real artists on how to make a living while pursuing your passion
Life’s too short to skip out on pursuing your passions. And it’s not out of the question that you can make a living or some supplemental income doing so – it’s possible to intertwine your artistic pursuits with your vocation through a full-time gig, a side hustle or both. Hip-hop artist Hebru Brantley is one striking example of an artist … [Link]
WIRED » Here’s How Fast Harry Potter‘s Treasure Trap Would Kill You
In this scene from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, a magical trap creates treasure that continuously multiplies. How long would it take to fill a room? The post Here's How Fast Harry Potter's Treasure Trap Would Kill You appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » 13 people who are really, really desperate for 'Pokémon Go' to appear in the UK
LONDON — If you've been anywhere near the Internet over the last week, you'll probably have heard of Pokémon Go — the new interactive game that absolutely everyone is currently obsessing over. SEE ALSO: How to be the best, least annoying, 'Pokémon Go' trainer Well, everyone who can download the damn thing, that is. Although the app is available in … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Our universe could be reborn as a bouncing baby cosmos
A new model shows how the universe could survive a "big bounce" rather than a big bang, without the need for complex new physics [Link]
Mashable » 'Walking Dead' promotes four to series regulars
Fans will be seeing more of some familiar faces when The Walking Dead returns in October. Jeffrey Dean Morgan (Negan), Tom Payne (Jesus), Austin Amelio (Dwight) and Xander Berkeley (Gregory) have been promoted to series regulars, Mashable confirmed. SEE ALSO: 'Walking Dead' maze: Show EP gives fans a sneak peek at new attraction The news isn't exactly a surprise — … [Link]
Mashable » 25 people who are tired of your 'Pokémon Go' B.S.
More like Pokémon NO. Amiright? While the new mobile game is sweeping the globe, there are still some people out there who refuse to join the hype. SEE ALSO: How to be the best, least annoying, 'Pokémon Go' trainer Your friends, your family and your coworkers are tired of your Pokémon shenanigans. 1. This child doesn't approve of your antics, … [Link]
Mashable » iPhone 7 with a huge ugly camera bump looking very likely
The iPhone 6 and 6S's most hated feature (aside from starting with 16GB of internal storage and the ugly antenna lines) is the protruding camera lens bump. Fans hoping for Apple to flatten it down so the entire phone is flush on the back again will likely be disappointed when the iPhone 7 launches this year because it's probably not … [Link]
Mashable » Tiny boxer on track to be the next Rocky Balbaby
Before heading to the Philadelphia Museum of Art's steps, this baby boxer has to train. While Rocky plays on the TV, the cutie mimics Rocky Balboa's every move. He does everything short of drinking raw eggs and screaming "Adrian!" to be like the iconic boxer. Rocky Balbaby's diaper provides extra padding for the tougher sequences. Serena Williams reciting 'Still I … [Link]
Mashable » All of these Pokémon in my apartment better pay rent
My apartment is full of squatters, and I had no idea until I downloaded Pokémon Go. Under my sink, there's a Squirtle. Inside my chest of drawers? A Pidgey. Just kicking back on my couch? A Charmander, with neither remorse nor respect for my belongings. But if these creatures are going to live in my home with me, then they're … [Link]
Slashdot » Tech Workers Think Silicon Valley and Startups Are Losing Their Luster
An anonymous reader shares a Quartz report: The job site Indeed.com found Silicon Valley's hold on tech workers is slipping as opportunities, and the cost of living, changes the equation for living and working in one of the priciest places in the country. "There is more opportunity for tech professionals in more places than ever before," wrote Terence Chiu, vice … [Link]
Mashable » Man gives jail cell 3 out of 5 stars in a TripAdvisor style review
On your next trip to jail, be sure to check out the reviews. A man who was being held by the West Midlands Police in Birmingham, UK, recounted his 16-hour visit in their custody cells at the Perry Barr station. The 24-year-old man being held for "criminal damage" at a property in Erdington and brought in on June 29. The … [Link]
Popular Science » Pokémon Go Creator Explains How The Game Will Evolve
Entertainment [Link]
Mashable » Nothing to see here, just Kate Beckinsale dressed as a giant penis
LONDON — Kate Beckinsale is so damn suave, she even makes giant inflatable penises look elegant. On Monday morning, the English actress shared a photo of herself in some fairly unique fancy dress. SEE ALSO: Designer creates fancy dress using, uhhh, human hair Aside from Beckinsale's caption, there was little other context given for her glorious fancy dress choice. Still, … [Link]
Mashable » Andy Murray wins Wimbledon, has the best ice bath ever
LONDON — Even freezing cold water couldn't dampen Andy Murray's spirits after his big win at Wimbledon this weekend. SEE ALSO: Beyoncé cheered on a victorious Serena Williams at Wimbledon like a true star Ice baths are a notoriously rough part of a professional athlete's wellness regime, but the 29-year-old seems to have discovered a means of making this bath, … [Link]
Mashable » Twitter is going to live stream the Republican and Democratic conventions
Twitter's push into live video of major events continued on Monday with the announcement that it would stream the upcoming Democratic and Republican national conventions. CBS, which owned the streaming rights, agreed to a deal that will let Twitter stream the conventions online. The financial details were not disclosed. "Twitter is the fastest way to find out what’s happening in … [Link]
WIRED » Fistfights and Cursed Towns Top This Week’s 5 Best Podcasts
An underwater fistfight, a cursed small town, and a Ghost Army. The post Fistfights and Cursed Towns Top This Week's 5 Best Podcasts appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » We Want To Hang Out At This Electrical Substation. No, Really
The Denny electrical substation shows how public infrastructure can bring a community together. The post We Want To Hang Out At This Electrical Substation. No, Really appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » The MIT Physicists Who Infused Ghostbusters With Real Science
Janet Conrad and Lindley Winslow aren't just in the same profession as Kristen Wiig's character—they're the source of some of the movie's best props. The post The MIT Physicists Who Infused Ghostbusters With Real Science appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » How Olympians Choose Which Sports Supplements Are Worth It
Lots of elite athletes take performance-enhancing supplements–but precious few actually work. The post How Olympians Choose Which Sports Supplements Are Worth It appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » A Tesla Co-Founder Is Making Electric Garbage Trucks With Jet Tech, and Why Not
Ian Wright is using turbine engines to keep electric garbage trucks on the road. The post A Tesla Co-Founder Is Making Electric Garbage Trucks With Jet Tech, and Why Not appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Artificial Intelligence Is Setting Up the Internet for a Huge Clash With Europe
Deep learning, the latest in AI technology, could clash with new regulations from the European Union, the world's single largest online market. The post Artificial Intelligence Is Setting Up the Internet for a Huge Clash With Europe appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Pokémon Go on Android: Already bigger than Tinder, may soon be as big as Twitter
Five days after the launch, Pokémon Go — an augmented reality game in which you hunt virtual Pokémon on your phone in real-life locations — is huge. It's so big, actually, that it's already catching up with some of the largest social networks out there, at least on Android. According to mobile app analytics company SimilarWeb, the game had been … [Link]
WIRED » Twitter to Stream the Republican and Democratic Conventions
Now you can watch the conventions and retweet sick burns about politics from the same place. The post Twitter to Stream the Republican and Democratic Conventions appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Absurd Creatures: Sea Spiders Won’t Bite, But They Do Have Genitals in Their Legs
The sea spider is a super special kind of arthropod with a tiny body and huge legs that, you guessed it, house their guts and genitals. The post Absurd Creatures: Sea Spiders Won't Bite, But They Do Have Genitals in Their Legs appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Delhi airport official racially harasses activist, asks if she's 'really an Indian'
In a viral Facebook post, an activist from the north-eastern Indian state of Manipur has written about being racially harassed by an immigration official at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, who asked her if she was "really an Indian" and if she could list all the states in the country. Monika Khangembam 's post reached India's external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj, who … [Link]
Mashable » Don't worry, this tiny dog is not mad at you, human
There, there, human. An adorable chihuahua named Princess Buttercup may get a little moody sometimes, but it doesn't last long. SEE ALSO: Socially awkward dog is just chillin' at this doggy pool party Whenever her owner asks if the tiny dog is mad, Buttercup clearly responds with a sweet squeak and a head shake. Everyone is friends again. Read more… … [Link]
Mashable » VFILES launches its first crowdsourced magazine, 'WOMB'
At a time when magazines are folding, one is being birthed. VFILES, the New York-based Web portal, app and retail store with a user-base mostly composed of Generation Z, just announced it was launching its first-ever magazine. 
Image: iveyislame/vfilesThe publication in question is aptly called, WOMB, one that delves into youth culture through the purveyors themselves. The entire magazine was … [Link]
Mashable » Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk had a strange moment during the Wimbledon final
LONDON — The good thing about being a celebrity and a tennis fan is that you get sweet seats for the Wimbledon final. The bad thing? The camera is watching you like a hawk the whole time. SEE ALSO: 13 of the most ball-droppingly awkward Wimbledon tennis fails During the Wimbledon 2016 final on Sunday, this mildly frosty-looking interaction between … [Link]
Mashable » Apparently, the 9/11 memorial is a stop on Pokémon Go
There have been plenty of weird places to catch Pokémon on Pokémon Go, such as cemeteries and hospitals. But some places should maybe be left off the map. It seems that the game primarily chooses landmarks and notable locations for its Pokespots, which are destinations where players can restock on digital supplies and set 'lures' to attract Pokémon. One of … [Link]
Mashable » Mind-controlled LUKE prosthetic arm is finally coming to market
Nearly two years after receiving Food and Drug Administration approval, DEKA's innovative prosthesis has a manufacturer and could start changing the lives of amputees in 2016. SEE ALSO: 3D-printed 'Spock' hand lets young amputee play basketball again Developed by inventor Dean Kamen (yes, the Segway guy) and DARPA (the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency), the LUKE arm offers a level … [Link]
Mashable » Father takes 8-year-old son on weeklong backpacking trip with only $15 to get by
A Chinese man wanting to teach his son about the hardships of life took the young boy for a backpacking trip with only 100 yuan ($15) to survive the week. Pu Wei and his 8-year-old son, Dou Ge, left their home in Xi'an, China, on Thursday for a seven-day trip that would end in Lanzhou. SEE ALSO: Adorable 4-year-old girl … [Link]
Mashable » Powerful Nike ad featuring Deepika Padukone celebrates India's female athletes
A new Nike ad featuring Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone celebrates India's female athletes and gives you all the right motivation to get moving. "Da Da Ding" focuses on women in sport who "urge India’s next generation to break conventions and define their own success by bringing sport into their lives". SEE ALSO: Nike finally enlists women to design women's basketball … [Link]
Slashdot » A Medical Mystery of the Best Kind: Major Diseases Are In Decline
Slashdot reader schwit1 quotes an article from the New York Times: Something strange is going on in medicine. Major diseases, like colon cancer, dementia and heart disease, are waning in wealthy countries, and improved diagnosis and treatment cannot fully explain it…it looks as if people in the United States and some other wealthy countries are, unexpectedly, starting to beat back … [Link]
Mashable » Mashable & American Family Insurance present Kid Talks
Do you remember what you wanted to be when you grew up? For many of us, our dreams of becoming an international pop star, professional athlete or even President of the United States seemed far-fetched. Yet for some children today, platforms such as YouTube and Vine are making it easier for kids to find the confidence they need to dream … [Link]
Mashable » This guy found a very spooky 'Pokémon Go' gym in California
Tread carefully on your next Pokémon adventure. A Pokémon Go fan in Elk Grove, California, discovered that one of the coveted Pokémon Gym spots in his neighborhood was none other than a memorial in a local park. "This is where the Pokémon like to play," he says in the video. Apparently, other users have found that many Pokémon Go stops … [Link]
Mashable » Serena Williams reciting 'Still I Rise' will send shivers down your spine
One doesn't really need any sort of confirmation of Serena Williams' level of badassery. SEE ALSO: Serena Williams takes down hecklers for all of womankind However, this epic tribute video put together by BBC Sport provides a two-minute dosage of the 34-year-old's phenomenal career that will absolutely give you chills. In the video, Williams recites an abridged version of the … [Link]
WIRED » Review: Huawei Honor 5X
Fewer bucks, more bangs. The post Review: Huawei Honor 5X appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » China's Armed Robot Helicopter Takes Flight
From Our Blogs: Eastern Arsenal V750 UCAV and Antitank Missiles A popular Chinese helicopter drone gets new weapons and a camo paint job. [Link]
Mashable » Theresa May looks set to become UK's first woman prime minister since Thatcher
LONDON — Home Secretary Theresa May is widely tipped to become Britain's next prime minister after the only other contender to the leadership of the Conservative Party pulled out of the race. Andrea Leadsom was up against May in the race to succeed David Cameron as Tory leader and prime minister after Britain decided to leave the European Union. SEE … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Pokémon Go is massive data-gathering, augmented reality hit
A new version of the classic Pokémon game series has proved incredibly popular as it lets players hunt cartoon monsters in the real world [Link]
Mashable » Line is set for a billion dollar IPO thanks to stickers
Japanese messaging app Line is gearing up for a massive listing in Tokyo and New York at the end of this week that is set to raise 115.5 billion yen ($1.12 billion) for the company. Line confirmed late on Sunday it will have a dual initial public offering (IPO) in on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday, and the … [Link]
Mashable » Forget moths, THIS was the funniest moment of the Euro 2016 final
LONDON — Apparently Cristiano Ronaldo doesn't know his own strength. Well, either that or his teammate Adrien Silva is a really, really good actor. Footage of the two of them sat on the bench together during the France vs. Portugal final of Euro 2016 is going viral after it was shared last night on Twitter. SEE ALSO: This was hands … [Link]
Mashable » The Internet can't stop making jokes about that moth that dive-bombed Ronaldo's face
LONDON — After a moth brutally dive-bombed Ronaldo's face during Sunday night's Euro 2016 final, the Internet reacted in the only way the Internet knows how: with a glorious tirade of never-ending, insect-themed jokes. SEE ALSO: This was hands down the most touching moment of the Euro 2016 final Here's an important reminder of the moment itself. It wasn't long … [Link]
WIRED » The Weird Nothingness Across the Street From Famous Monuments
See what happens when you photograph the Taj Mahal, the Great Wall of China, and the White House the wrong way around. The post The Weird Nothingness Across the Street From Famous Monuments appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: The Enterprise Big Data Lake – $16.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "The Enterprise Big Data Lake" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-07-12 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » Yep, people are now kayaking into the ocean to win gyms in 'Pokémon Go'
Too far is not far enough when it comes to Pokémon Go. Ever since the augmented reality mobile game launched in Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. last week, players have been dealing with the consequences of avid Pokémon fandom: Some have apparently gotten fired, while others are kayaking into bodies of water in the middle of winter to capture … [Link]
Mashable » These lawyers want Parliament to decide whether the UK should Brexit
LONDON — A group of more than 1,000 lawyers has called on David Cameron to allow Parliament to decide whether the UK should leave the European Union after the country voted to do so in a referendum. SEE ALSO: The 'Brexit' referendum and 'Game of Thrones' aren't all that different In a letter to the outgoing prime minister, the barristers … [Link]
Mashable » Chinese couple goes ahead with wedding despite freak storm that kept guests away
No storm can keep true love apart. A young couple from Henan, China, found themselves in an awkward situation when barely any of their wedding guests turned up to see them tie the knot on Saturday. It was the weekend when several parts of China was hit with one of the worst storms in recent history. And with warnings to … [Link]
Mashable » This was hands down the most touching moment of the Euro 2016 final
LONDON — Football supporters often get a pretty negative rep, but they're not all bad. If ever you needed proof of that, just watch the clip below of a little kid in a Portugal shirt hugging a French fan after the Euro 2016 final on Sunday. SEE ALSO: Savage moth attacks Cristiano Ronaldo after he suffers knee injury The video, … [Link]
Mashable » All new mobile phones sold in India will have panic buttons from 2017
To provide emergency assistance to women, the Indian government had recently announced that all mobile phones sold in India from 2017 would require a panic button to let users make emergency calls. It has now been clarified that only new handsets will come with panic buttons, with Indian handset manufacturers arguing that it isn't "possible" to install them on mobile … [Link]
Mashable » Terrifying hailstorm damages front of plane while it was trying to land
A China Southern Airlines plane became the latest victim of the country's freak storms, while it was trying to land at China's Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport on Saturday. According to China Aviation Daily, pilots for the domestic flight CZ3483 from Guangzhou were preparing for landing when they met with a hailstorm in midair. SEE ALSO: Singapore Airlines plane catches fire … [Link]
Mashable » Elon Musk is working on a top secret Tesla masterplan
As if he didn't have enough on his plate, Elon Musk — Tesla co-founder and CEO, Solarcity co-founder and chairman, SpaceX founder, CEO and CTO, Martian hopeful, Pentagon advisor, philosopher and Iron Man candidate — has casually revealed on Twitter he's also working on a "Top Secret Tesla Masterplan." The Masterplan, as it shall henceforth be referred to in this … [Link]
Slashdot » Stuxnet/Cyberwar Documentary Reviewer: 'The U.S. Has Pwned Iran'
Slashdot reader alphadogg quotes an article from Network World: The new documentary about Stuxnet, "Zero Days", says the U.S. had a far larger cyber operation against Iran called Nitro Zeus that has compromised the country's infrastructure and could be used as a weapon in any future war. Quoting unnamed sources from inside the NSA and CIA, the movie says the … [Link]
Mashable » HiddleSwift is proof Australian media has zero chill
Australia is a long, long way from Hollywood, so when the world's hottest couple, otherwise known as Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston, took a trip Down Under last week, the country lost its collective mind. Hiddleston arrived in Australia Friday for the filming of Thor 3: Ragnarok, and much to the excitement of every breakfast TV show in the country, his new girlfriend came … [Link]
Mashable » You guys, Miley Cyrus may have tattooed a jar of Vegemite on her arm
Australians rejoice. Miley Cyrus may have inked the nation's unofficial mascot on her skin forever and ever. Insta-famous tattoo artist Brian Woo, whose Instagram is peppered with the tattoos of celebs and normies alike, posted this photo of a seemingly freshly inked Ms. Cyrus. Her tat of choice? None other than Australia's favourite condiment: The sticky yeast spread, Vegemite. SEE … [Link]
Mashable » 'Mum's Milestones' cards celebrate the hilarious downside of parenthood
Here's to all the parents who have to deal with unwelcome comments and advice from people who have no idea how tough raising a child can be. At least these Mum's Milestones cards get the struggle. The series of hilarious cards include special parenting moments such as "We did it for the first time," "I didn't talk about my baby's movement's … [Link]
Mashable » Singapore expat gets fired for raging on Facebook about not having Pokémon Go yet
UPDATE: July 11, 2016, 4:49 p.m. SGT Updated with statement from Sonny Truyen. SINGAPORE — Oh boy. As Pokémon Go madness envelops the Internet, wannabe trainers in Singapore have been left high and dry, since the app hasn't been released here yet. The trending Nintendo game was released several days ago in countries like the U.S. and Australia, but neither … [Link]
Mashable » Watch a pen that uses ink to conduct electricity bring drawings to life
The wonders of technology never cease to amaze us! This ad released by Japanese infrastructure company Kandenko features a pen from Japanese startup AgIC, containing ink that can conduct electricity. As the pen traces along line drawings of houses, buildings and infrastructures on paper, the bulbs light up once the ink connects the circuits. Watching the lit-up paper come to … [Link]
Mashable » UFC mixed martial arts company sold for $4 billion
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has been sold for $4 billion, with the news coming less than a day after its milestone 200th pay-per-view event. SEE ALSO: Dana White Explains the UFC's Social Media Choke Hold The story was first reported by CBS 8 in Las Vegas. According to their report: The promotion's current majority owners, brothers Lorenzo and Frank … [Link]
Mashable » People, please don't hurt yourself playing 'Pokémon Go'
With so much bad stuff happening in the world, it's hardly a shock that Pokémon Go has become a humongous hit. But there's a big draw back: distracted players are getting hurt. SEE ALSO: How to be the best, least annoying, 'Pokémon Go' trainer The location-based game encourages users to actually get outside and — the horror — interact with … [Link]
Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: How Often Do You Switch Programming Languages?
An anonymous Slashdot reader writes: I always see a lot of different opinions about programming languages, but how much choice do you really get to have over which language to use? If you want to develop for Android, then you're probably using Java…and if you're developing for iOS, then you've probably been using Swift or Objective-C. Even when looking for … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT #2310: Pokemon Stay!
Frustrated by the physicality of Pokemon Go? [Link]
Mashable » How the gurus behind Google Earth created 'Pokémon Go'
If you spotted dozens of people silently congregating in parks and train stations over the weekend, they were probably just busy trying to catch a Pidgeotto. Niantic's Pokémon Go, the augmented reality mobile game, has become a global phenomenon since it launched Wednesday in Australia before rolling out in the U.S. The game requires players to explore the real world … [Link]
Mashable » A black cat invading a rugby league field is a majestic sight
Random black cats may be an unwelcome sight for some people, but not in this case. A black cat invaded the field in a Sunday afternoon match between Australian rugby league teams the Penrith Panthers and the Cronulla Sharks. SEE ALSO: Australian man sells vintage British Army tank for all your crushing needs The cat turned out to be a … [Link]
Mashable » Dallas shooting survivor thanks police, says she'll march again
Shetamia Taylor, a Texas woman who was wounded when she threw herself over her son during the attack on a Dallas protest march said that she thanked Dallas police Sunday for protecting her in the chaos that erupted Thursday night. She says officers shielded her as bullets whizzed through the air around them. SEE ALSO: Dallas suspect wrote in blood … [Link]
Slashdot » Do We Need A Better Private Browsing Mode?
Network World's Alan Zeichi recently argued "We need a better Private Browsing mode." Slashdot reader Miche67 writes: As this writer says, Chrome's Incognito Mode "doesn't offer strong protection at all." [Incognito mode "only prevents Chrome from saving your site visit activity. It won't stop other sources from seeing your browsing activity."] And Firefox's Private Browsing with Tracking Protection — while … [Link]
Slashdot » Kentucky Anonymous Member Indicted Three Years After FBI Raid
A federal grand jury has indicted "KYAnonymous" — more than three years after FBI agents raided and searched his home — and charged him under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. An anonymous Slashdot reader quotes an article from Ars Technica: After The New York Times published an account [late in 2012] of a horrific rape against a teenage girl … [Link]
Mashable » Mr. Robot Season 2 premieres on Twitter
The much-anticipated Season 2 premiere of Mr. Robot made a surprise appearance on Sunday in the most unlikely place: Twitter. With pretty much no warning at all, the video appeared on the show's official Twitter page Sunday evening. And this isn't a short preview or outtake, this is the entire first episode. SEE ALSO: fsociety 'hacks' the 'Mr. Robot' … [Link]
Mashable » Hooligans clash with riot police near Eiffel Tower during Euro 2016 Final
While Portugal battled to a 1-0 extra time win over France to claim the Euro 2016 championship — sans moth-addled Ronaldo — riot police clashed with hooligans near the Euro Fan Zone by the Eiffel Tower, a violent end to a tournament that opened a month ago with similar clashes. SEE ALSO: The world reacts to Iceland's Euro 2016 win … [Link]
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