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.
WIRED » Cruz Diehards Still Don’t Forgive Trump for Those Tweets
What is this unity you speak of? The post Cruz Diehards Still Don't Forgive Trump for Those Tweets appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » The Indiana women who are anti-Mike Pence and his '1950s mindset'
If the past is any guide, Mike Pence, the presumptive Republican nominee for vice president, may struggle to bring women into the GOP fold in November. Pence lost women by five percentage points during his 2012 race for Indiana governor and recent statewide polls found women gave him significant negative ratings. Many credit that to his decision to pursue stringent … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook's live videos can now be twice as long
Facebook is making more improvements to its live broadcasts. The company's livestreaming platform, Facebook Live, will now support fullscreen broadcasts as well as a new "video-only" mode that hides comments and reactions while you watch. Facebook will also allow broadcasts to last up to four hours — double the two-hour limit it previously had. SEE ALSO: 10 Facebook Live stars … [Link]
Slashdot » EPA's Gasoline Efficiency Tests Provide No Valid Information At All
schwit1 writes from a report via Behind The Black: The tests the EPA uses to establish the fuel efficiency of cars are unreliable, and likely provide no valid information at all about the fuel efficiency of the cars tested. Robert Zimmerman reports from Behind The Black: "The law requiring cars to meet these fuel efficiency tests was written in the … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Water-bottle bees cool the hive after their overheated mates beg
After a hot day, some honeybees become living water tanks – they store water in their gut in anticipation of demand from their sisters [Link]
New Scientist – News » Baidu uses millions of users’ location data to make predictions
The Chinese search giant has analysed vast amounts of phone location data to monitor employment, consumer behaviour, and even Apple sales [Link]
Mashable » The esports industry is estimated to be worth almost $900 million
Between advertising, sponsorships and more, esports as a whole make up an industry worth about $892 million, according to SuperData Research, and that number is expected to grow. SEE ALSO: 'Overwatch' anime is something we would definitely watch According to SuperData's "Esports — The 2016 Report," the biggest money makers are advertisements and sponsorships, which means companies are paying big … [Link]
WIRED » Florida May Have Its First Case of Zika from Local Mosquitoes
The Florida Department of Public Health announced late yesterday that it is investigating a case of non-travel related Zika in Miami-Dade County. The post Florida May Have Its First Case of Zika from Local Mosquitoes appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » U.S. transportation head to carmakers: Focus on safety, not coolness, with autonomous tech
It seems like something that didn't need to be said. That is, until two Tesla vehicles crashed — and one driver died — with the semi-autonomous driving system engaged. SEE ALSO: German lawmakers want to require black boxes for autonomous cars, report says U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx called on carmakers to focus not on making cool tech to impress … [Link]
Slashdot » China Bans Ad Blocking
An anonymous reader writes: Two weeks ago, China released its first ever set of digital ad regulations that impacted Chinese market leaders like Baidu and Alibaba. "But hidden among (the new regulations) is language that would seem to all but ban ad blocking," wrote Adblock Plus (ABP) operations manager Ben Williams in a blog post Wednesday. The new regulations prohibit … [Link]
Mashable » This pill-sized robot could cure stomach bugs
Researchers at MIT have developed an ingestible robot that just might be the answer to stomach bugs. The tiny origami robot is a pill-sized ice cube that scientists hope will aid in the delivery of drugs and patching of internal wounds. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Standalone Featured, Real Time, Robot, and Stomach
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Mashable » Everything we know about the mysterious ghostwriter behind Melania Trump’s plagiarized speech
The name Meredith McIver, which suspiciously rhymes with McGyver, was unrecognizable before Tuesday. Then everything changed. The New York Times published a story claiming McIver was in part responsible for the plagiarized speech of Donald Trump's wife Melania, which she gave at Monday night's Republican National Convention. SEE ALSO: No one believes Trump speechwriter Meredith McIver is real The speech, … [Link]
Mashable » Anyway, here's Tiffany Trump's pop song
Back in 2011, when a Donald Trump presidency was just just a daydream in his nest-topped head, daughter Tiffany Trump had a different dream: To make pop music. Per Us Weekly, a then 17-year-old Trump appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show to discuss her musical aspirations: "It's more of a hobby right now, but we'll see in a couple of … [Link]
Mashable » Zoo wisely gets in on 'Pokémon Go' craze with new signs
If you can't beat 'em, catch 'em all. Zookeepers at the Birmingham Zoo in Alabama have been noticing that many patrons haven't been paying much attention lately to the animals. Instead, they have been focused on catching Pokémon. So one zookeeper took matters into her own hands, designing and printing Pokémon Go-themed posters to hang outside the animals' enclosures. SEE … [Link]
WIRED » Airbnb Taps Ex-Attorney General Holder to Fix Its Bias Problem
The company is bringing in Washington heavyweights to try to eliminate discrimination on its site. The post Airbnb Taps Ex-Attorney General Holder to Fix Its Bias Problem appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » The Rock announces show about '80s bodybuilders
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is bringing bodybuilders to the small screen. The actor announced Wednesday he is developing a show for USA Network, Muscle Beach, set in "a legendary bodybuilding gym in 1980’s Venice Beach where a colorful tribe of lost souls struggle to reinvent themselves by bench-pressing their way to a bigger, better American dream, no matter what the … [Link]
Slashdot » There's A 50% Chance of Another Chernobyl Before 2050, Say Safety Specialists
An anonymous reader writes from a report via MIT Technology Review: Spencer Wheatley and Didier Sornette at ETH Zurich in Switzerland and Benjamin Sovacool at Aarhus University in Denmark have compiled the most comprehensive list of nuclear accidents ever created and used it to calculate the chances of future accidents. They say there is a 50:50 chance that a major … [Link]
Mashable » Another reason Brooklyn rules: Mega-sized Captain America statue
Captain America — the brand, that is, as the hero man isn't a real person — turns 75 in 2016, and to help celebrate Marvel commissioned Comicave Studios to erect a statue that will live in Cap's home turf: New York. The 13-foot-tall bronze behemoth features Cap standing up straight, his trademark shield extended high above his head. The statue's … [Link]
Mashable » Humpback whale lunges out of the water just inches from a paddle boarder
Just a few more feet and she would have been an accidental meal. Grammy-nominated flutist Viviana Guzman was paddle boarding in California's Half Moon Bay recently when a feeding juvenile humpback whale gave her a bit of a surprise. As Guzman was slowly moving along the bay, the whale breaches the surface while dozens of small fish can be seen … [Link]
Mashable » Soundgarden-Pearl Jam supergroup Temple of the Dog going on tour
Temple of the Dog is getting together for a first-ever tour. The Seattle supergroup, formed in 1990 and composed of Pearl Jam's Jeff Ament, Stone Gossard, and Mike McCready, Soundgarden's Chris Cornell and the drummer Matt Cameron, announced their reunion on Wednesday. The November trek, which includes stops in Philadelphia, New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle, coincides with … [Link]
Mashable » Airbnb hires former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to address host discrimination
Short-term rental company Airbnb has hired former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder in an effort to address allegations of racial bias on the platform. Holder will work with noted civil rights attorney John Relman to help the company put in place an official anti-discrimination policy. In a blog post, Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky addressed the controversy and Holder's new … [Link]
Mashable » Man falls off waterslide. What else do you need to know?
Flying down a waterslide is awesome. Flying off a cliff is not. David Salmon posted a slow motion clip to his Facebook page on Monday in which he got a little too much speed going down a waterslide in Texas and flew right over the slide's edge, down a cliff. SEE ALSO: Two men fall off a cliff playing 'Pokémon … [Link]
Mashable » Corning says next Gorilla Glass will be extra drop resistant
Your next smartphone could be a little less likely to break when you drop it. Corning, makers of the Gorilla Glass used in many smartphone displays, introduced the next generation of the material Wednesday at an event at its Palo Alto, California, facility. Gorilla Glass 5, the company says, is more likely to survive drops from higher heights than previous … [Link]
Popular Science » Dams Could Replace Disappearing Glaciers
From Our Blogs: Nexus Media News A dam fine idea Dams could save freshwater lost to glacial melt. [Link]
Mashable » Just One Thing: Is your small business a house of bricks or a house of cards?
Okay, okay: You can be CEO. But what about everyone else? As crazy as it may sound, the way you distribute power within your business is one of the most crucial components of success. From choosing the right co-founder to crafting a succession plan, ironing out your power hierarchy will help you create a foundation for growing your business. Check … [Link]
WIRED » Now You Can Hide Your Smart Home on the Darknet
The privacy-focused Tor Project backs a new initiative that lets you use Tor to keep your home's Internet-of-things devices hidden from hackers. The post Now You Can Hide Your Smart Home on the Darknet appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » Verizon Begins Charging a Fee Just to Use an Older Router
Karl Bode, reporting for DSLReports: Several users have written in to note that Verizon has informed them the company will begin charging FiOS customers with an older router a new "Router Maintenance Charge." An e-mail being sent to many Verizon FiOS customers says that the fee of $2.80 will soon be charged every month — unless users pay Verizon to … [Link]
WIRED » Fake Lincolns and More Adventures of an RNC Uber Driver
During his third day driving at Uber at the RNC, our Transporter meets a holdout, college students, and a catalyst, all of whom have Very Big Thoughts on what's happening in Cleveland. The post Fake Lincolns and More Adventures of an RNC Uber Driver appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Just One Thing: Creating efficient systems
Taking the time to compartmentalize specific business operations will help your company run without your supervision. Read more…More about Justonething Structuring, Just One Thing, Supported, Business, and Small Business
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Mashable » The Art of Apollo 11: Paying tribute to NASA's moon landing 47 years later
The celebration of the Apollo 11 mission anniversary is always a story told with iconic images. Some of the pictures captured of Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins and Buzz Aldrin could be considered among the most important ever takenJust mentioning the mission immediately evokes the images of Aldrin in his space suit, Armstrong after his moonwalk, the crescent Earth and Aldrin saluting the … [Link]
Mashable » 6 signs you're a tech douchebag
The tech world moves fast. Really fast. Yesterday's hot new hype is today's utter obnoxiousness. There are no tech etiquette rules written in stone, but if you are any bit of a sane human being, you'll pick up on them. SEE ALSO: U.S. government leads recall of 500,000 hoverboards Below are six things you should never do if you want … [Link]
Popular Science » Women of NASA Get LEGO-sized Tribute
Science Five female scientists whose work blasted off Submitted to LEGO Ideas, the Women of Nasa project highlights five female scientists and astronauts who've made a lasting impact. [Link]
Mashable » 12 cringe-worthy YouTube comments that only a troll could write
YouTube commenters constantly find ways to bring cringe-worthy and awkward to a new level. YouTube comments can be weird, harsh and sometimes just downright freaky. We sat down with the producers behind some of Mashable's best videos, and read them some of the most honest comments left on their projects. Read more… More about Weird, Funny, Youtube, Comments, and Producers … [Link]
Mashable » Republican delegate calls out GOP on anti-LGBT platform
One Republican party member is not staying silent on their anti-LGBT platform. Last week, Anne Dickerson, a delegate from New York, took a moment to call out discrimination against same-sex marriage and adoption during a platform committee meeting before the Republican National Convention. SEE ALSO: Protesters bring their own wall to the Republican convention The committee meetings were called to … [Link]
WIRED » Facebook Chases Post-App Prize with 1 Billion Messenger Users
Facebook has always hoped Messenger would become its anchor in a post-app Internet. One billion users gets it closer to to that goal. The post Facebook Chases Post-App Prize with 1 Billion Messenger Users appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » The climate that most of us grew up with is gone for good
On Tuesday, two government science agencies announced that the first six months of 2016 were the warmest first half of any year on record. The data confirms what climate scientists have been startled to see during the past several years — the Earth's climate has made a step jump into a new, hotter era with more intense and frequent extreme … [Link]
Mashable » Tara Lipinski, your fav. Olympic medalist, partners up with Hulu for figure skating series
Tara Lipinski is making figure skating fans' dreams come true. The 1998 Olympic gold medalist is teaming up with Hulu for a new behind-the-scenes drama about the intense world of figure skating. Producer Michael Shamberg and writer Jonathan Igla (Mad Men) are also on board. SEE ALSO: Binge-watch Hulu in virtual reality thanks to new Oculus Rift support The untitled … [Link]
Mashable » No one believes Trump speechwriter Meredith McIver is real
Earlier on Wednesday, the Trump campaign finally offered up its sacrificial lamb for Monday's Melania Trump plagiarism snafu: Meredith McIver. SEE ALSO: RNC official defends Melania Trump by quoting 'My Little Pony' McIver, who apparently helped Trump write some of his books, released a statement accepting responsibility and taking the fall for the incident. The only problem: people are speculating … [Link]
Popular Science » Watch A Sky Surfer Jump Out Of A Plane Into A Lightning Storm
Entertainment Taking skydiving to shocking heights Don't try this at home. Don't try this at work. Just don't try this. [Link]
Mashable » Just One Thing: Should you work with family?
Bringing family into your business isn't always bad, but make sure there's a real benefit. Read more…More about Justonething Structuring, Supported, Just One Thing, Business, and Small Business
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Popular Science » Wildfires Have Burned More Than 2.6 Million Acres So Far This Year
Environment Off to a roaring start The Department of the Interior says wildfires are getting worse, and will continue to do so as long as climate change continues. [Link]
Slashdot » US Navy Faces $600M Lawsuit For Allegedly Pirating 3D VR Software
An anonymous reader quotes a report from HotHardware: The U.S. Navy has been accused of pirating 3D software after first testing a software package offered by Germany company Bitmanagement Software GmbH. The company is suing the United States of America for nearly $600 million. HotHardware reports: "According to the court filing, Bitmanagement licensed its BS Contact Geo software for use … [Link]
Popular Science » New York City Is Using Emojis To Teach Sex Ed
Health Nurse, Needle, Eggplant, Band-Aid NYC Health and Hospitals is trying to appeal to younger adults and adolescents about the importance of safe sex using their own language. A new campaign focusing on… [Link]
Mashable » Third Eye Blind made a statement during a charity concert in Cleveland…and got booed for it
While performing in Cleveland, the band borderline trolled on Republicans and the crowd was not pleased. Read more…More about Rnc2016, Third Eye Blind, Real Time Video, and Us World [Link]
Mashable » Jimmy Fallon's parody of Donald Trump's convention entrance is glorious
Jimmy Fallon may have done his best Trump impersonation yet, this time imitating Donald Trump's entrance at the Reoublican National Convention Tuesday — Queen song and all. The Tonight Show segment also featured Fallon-Trump referencing other huge moments of the convention, including Michelle Obama's Melania Trump's speech. Read more… More about Mashable Video, Donald Trump, Tonight Show, Election 2016, and … [Link]
Mashable » Just One Thing: Thinking about co-founders
Your co-founder is someone who will challenge you and disagree with you from time to time, so steer clear of personal relationships. Read more…More about Justonething Structuring, Just One Thing, Supported, Business, and Small Business [Link]
WIRED » Culture Podcast: Go See Ghostbusters Because We Told You So
This week the WIRED Culture podcast crew has some serious ghost-busting feelings to process. There's also some giddy excitement for Comic-Con, too. The post Culture Podcast: Go See Ghostbusters Because We Told You So appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Just One Thing: Being performance-minded
Your company's goals should be at the heart of every decision you make, from staffing to investments. Read more…More about Justonething Structuring, Just One Thing, Supported, Business, and Small Business
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Popular Science » First Female Commander Of A Space Shuttle To Speak At RNC
Space Come on, Eileen Former astronaut Eileen Collins is set to speak at the Republican National Convention tonight, in a major WTF move for the the scientific community. [Link]
Mashable » Here's what happens when you put on 100 coats of a Kylie Jenner lip kit
We know what happens when you put on 100 layers of foundation. Now let's get Kylie Jenner involved. Blogger Superb Stella valiantly sacrificed her new-ish tube of Kylie's Candy K lip kit to slather on 100 layers of the stuff. As one would expect, the result is pretty crusty. "You know when you put on a face mask and it … [Link]
Mashable » Russian beachgoers use their Porsche as a waterslide
We've gotta give them credit for their ingenuity. A group of beachgoers was recently spotted in Volgograd, Russia, using a very expensive waterslide at the beach. The only thing is that the beach in Volgograd is actually the bank of a river, and the slide these beach bums were using is actually the roof of their Porsche SUV. Just another … [Link]
Mashable » Just One Thing: Classifying your business
Find the classification that makes the most sense for your business, and allows it to grow the way you want. Read more…More about Justonething Structuring, Just One Thing, Supported, Business, and Small Business [Link]
Mashable » Just One Thing: Evaluating potential co-founders
Think of your co-founder as a personal relationship, not a business relationship. Read more…More about Justonething Structuring, Just One Thing, Supported, Business, and Small Business
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Mashable » Birkenstock will pull its shoes from Amazon over counterfeit sellers
Birkenstock has a message for customers shopping on Amazon: "BUYER BEWARE." Fed up with counterfeit products and unauthorized sellers, the iconic sandal retailer is planning to remove its merchandise from the e-commerce giant beginning January 1, 2017. Birkenstock USA CEO David Kahan announced the decision — with that all-caps warning — in a July 5 memo to retail partners, as … [Link]
WIRED » Super Slippery Coatings Are Good for Way More Than Ketchup Bottles
In a world of super slippery coatings, the very concept of “cleaning” goes away. The post Super Slippery Coatings Are Good for Way More Than Ketchup Bottles appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » 'Counter-Strike' gambling is falling fast as Valve hands out cease and desist letters
Counter-Strike gambling is disappearing from the internet. Quickly. SEE ALSO: Esports creeping beyond livestreams and onto TV networks After a number of questionable Counter-Strike: Global Offensive gambling websites were exposed as being rigged and illegally advertised by owners, one site said CS:GO developer Valve had started sending out cease and desist letters to nearly two dozen gambling sites. 
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Mashable » Just One Thing: Planning for the future
Make a clear plan for how the company should run after you make your exit. Read more…More about Justonething Structuring, Just One Thing, Supported, Business, and Small Business [Link]
Mashable » 'Overwatch' hero spotlight: How to suck less with Mercy
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]
Mashable » Woman posts confident nude photo in response to Playboy model's body shaming
Model Dani Mathers prompted a police investigation when she body shamed a nude woman at the gym on Snapchat. Now, she continues to face backlash from the internet, including from army veteran Christine Blackmon. Blackmon, who runs a personal Facebook page called Delicate Flower, posted a nude photo of her own on Sunday, which was originally taken playfully by her … [Link]
Mashable » Just One Thing: What to look for in a co-founder
Co-founders are just like partners in life – find someone you'll enjoy spending tons of time with. Read more…More about Justonething Structuring, Just One Thing, Supported, Business, and Small Business
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Mashable » German lawmakers want to require black boxes for autonomous cars, report says
Following two confirmed Tesla Autopilot-related crashes in the U.S., including a fatality, German lawmakers are planning legislation that would require carmakers to include a black box for cars. More commonly associated with aircraft, the proposed black box would record when an autonomous system was engaged, when the car asked the driver to retake driving duties and when a human driver … [Link]
Mashable » Kobe Bryant pens a letter to his 17-year-old self
Back in November, while his final NBA season was just beginning, we told you the story of 17-year-old Kobe Bryant as recalled by his high school teammates. Now 37 years old and retired from pro basketball, Bryant just penned a letter to his teenage self, dispensing two decades worth of wisdom upon a young phenom who would go on to … [Link]
Slashdot » Engineer Gets Tired Of Waiting For Telecom Companies To Wire His town — So He Does It Himself
Gurb, 75 kilometers north of Barcelona, is a quiet farming community of 2,500. It has suddenly become a popular place, thanks to being the birthplace of Guifi.net, one of the world's "most important experiments in telecommunications." It was built by an engineer who got tired of waiting for Telefonica, the Spanish telecom giant, to provide internet access to the people … [Link]
Mashable » Teddy Roosevelt: Most. Interesting. President. Ever.
Editor's note: This is the twenty-sixth entry in the writer's year-long project to read one book about each of the U.S. Presidents in the year prior to Election Day 2016. You can also follow Marcus' progress at the @44in52 Twitter account and with this 44 in 52 Spreadsheet. I'm not even sure where to start with Theodore Roosevelt. How do … [Link]
Popular Science » A Sea Slug's Mouth Muscles Power This 3D-Printed Robot
Animals Somewhere between a zombie and a cyborg Sea slug robot. [Link]
Popular Science » Scientist-Designer Wants to Make Leather Using Celebrity DNA
Science Turning your idols into handbags. Would you wear a celebrity's skin for a day? What about wearing it literally? A Slovenian scientist-designer has applied for a patent on two processes that would use… [Link]
Slashdot » France: Windows 10 Collects 'Excessive Personal Data', Issues Microsoft With Formal Warning
France's National Data Protection Commission (CNIL) has ordered Microsoft to "stop collecting excessive data and tracking browsing by users without consent," adding that Microsoft must comply with the French Data Protection Act within next three months. BetaNews reports: In addition to this, the chair of CNIL has notified Microsoft that it needs to take "satisfactory measures to ensure the security … [Link]
Popular Science » Amazon Patent Lets Drones Perch On Streetlight Recharging Stations
Aviation Like pigeons Drones on streetlights. [Link]
Slashdot » Japan Will Make Its Last-Ever VCR This Month
An anonymous reader writes: Most of us stopped using video cassette recorders a very, very long time ago. By 2008, DVD had officially replaced VHS as the preferred home media format, and the glory days of the 1980s — when VHS and Betamax battled it out to be the number-one choice for watching and recording movies and television at home … [Link]
Popular Science » This Guy Is So Hype On Graphite
DIY Graphite is experimental gold An all-caps lesson on what should be a fairly benign carbon mineral but of course turns into a fire hazard… [Link]
WIRED » A New Map of the Brain Redraws the Boundaries of Neuroscience
Just like regular maps, brain maps are useful points of reference. Scientists use them to agree on what they’re studying in the first place. The post A New Map of the Brain Redraws the Boundaries of Neuroscience appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
New Scientist – News » Error fix for long-lived qubits brings quantum computers nearer
For the first time, researchers are able to extend the lifetime of a quantum bit, or qubit, using error correction – an essential step to useful quantum computers [Link]
New Scientist – News » One part of Antarctica has been cooling since 1998 – here’s why
The once fast-warming Antarctic Peninsula has cooled over the past 18 years thanks to shifting winds – but global warming will soon override their effect [Link]
New Scientist – News » Self-destructing bacteria are engineered to kill cancer cells
Harnessing Salmonella strains that can live without oxygen could provide a much-needed weapon against the parts of a tumour that are hardest to attack [Link]
Mashable » Third Eye Blind trolls Republican National Convention concertgoers
Been wondering who's really going to show the GOP what's up this election season? Well, uh, noted '90s band Third Eye Blind has entered the fray. The group played a charity concert at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland Tuesday night — a show allegedly intended to be friendly to Republican National Convention attendees. But frontman Stephen … [Link]
Mashable » Pro skier Matilda Rapaport dies during a video game promo shoot
Swedish skier Matilda Rapaport died after an avalanche occurred during a film shoot in Chile for the Ubisoft-published extreme sports game, Steep. Rapaport was 30 years old. The avalanche occurred on July 14, and although Rapaport was rescued, the injuries sustained left her in a comatose state. Doctors fought to save her in the days that followed, but were unsuccessful. … [Link]
Popular Science » Backyard Vortex Cannon Shoots Rings Of Fire
Entertainment Hole-y smokes Rings of fire. [Link]
Mashable » Sony wants to 'bring the real world into your living room' with Z series TVs
LOS ANGELES — Sony Electronics is stepping up its television game. The tech giant announced the launch of its Z Series of TVs, a line of 4K HDR Ultra HD models, at an event on Wednesday. SEE ALSO: Samsung's next Galaxy phone may have a 4K screen designed for VR The TVs have displays that are said to feature ultra-contrast … [Link]
Slashdot » Android Nougat Won't Boot If Your Phone's Software Is Corrupt Or Has Malware
An anonymous reader shares a report on Android Authority: In a bid to increase the security of the Android operating system, Google has introduced a new check for malware as part of the boot process in all Android devices. Until Marshmallow, Android devices ran the check as part of the boot process and in Marshmallow, the phone would warn you … [Link]
Mashable » Kid Cudi is joining 'Empire' as Hakeem's rival
Kid Cudi is entering the Lyon's den. The multi-hyphenate performer born Scott Mescudi has signed on to Season 3 of Empire as a rival of Hakeem Lyon (Bryshere Gray), the troublemaker younger brother of the Lyon empire. He'll have a recurring role as Gram, a rapper who is not only a musical enemy, but a personal one as well, as … [Link]
Mashable » Police capture 'Pokémon Go' player crashing into a cop's car
We shouldn't have to say this, but don't play Pokémon Go and drive. The Baltimore Police Department released body cam footage, which captured a man crashing his vehicle into a parked police cruiser. In the clip, which occurred on Monday at approximately 3:30 a.m., officers can be seen standing on the sidewalk next to a parked police car on the … [Link]
Mashable » Starbucks barista found a new way to troll annoying customers
Simply spelling customer's names wrong was getting old for one barista. Barista and Reddit user bemyfuse posted a photo explaining the newest way to mess with annoying Starbucks customers — covering the cup's logo with the order sticker. SEE ALSO: 'Orange Drink' is Starbucks' latest secret menu item 
Image: bemyfuse/reddit"My petty joy is putting stickers on the siren logo when … [Link]
Popular Science » The First Half Of 2016 Saw Some Really Disturbing Climate Trends
Environment Record highs 2016 is off to a bad start. [Link]
Mashable » 6 notable people who were trolled off Twitter
One of Twitter's most famous trolls, Milo Yiannopoulos, bit the dust this week when Twitter permanently suspended his account. The conservative pundit and Breitbart editor, known for railing against "political correctness" and feminism, lost his account in the wake of racist abuse directed at Ghostbusters star Leslie Jones by several Twitter trolls. That abuse, much of it sparked by Yiannopoulos' … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Barclays Launches Digital Banking Hackathon with MuleSoft
MuleSoft, provider of a platform for building application networks, today announced that it has partnered with Barclays to host a digital banking hackathon. The hackathon will take place at Barclays Technology Centre Radbroke in Cheshire on July 20 and 21. The event aims to foster innovation and harness technology to build a range of new financial services solutions. Disclosure: Mulesoft … [Link]
Slashdot » Firefox To Block Non-Essential Flash Content In August 2016, Require Click-To-Activate In 2017
Mozilla has announced that it plans to discontinue support for Flash in Firefox. Starting next month, Firefox will block Flash content "that is not essential to the user experience." Also, starting sometime in 2017, the browser will require click-to-activate approval from users before a website activates the Flash plugin for any content. In a blogpost, the company writes:Mozilla and the … [Link]
Popular Science » See Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos In Costume As An Alien in 'Star Trek Beyond'
Entertainment Prime directive Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos made a cameo in the new Star Trek movie, and he's got the photos to prove it. Bezos and Beyond director Justin Lin have both tweeted images from… [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Google Adds Marker Clustering to Maps SDK for iOS
Google recently announced the addition of marker clustering to its Google Maps SDK for iOS Utility Library.
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Popular Science » This New, Ultra-Detailed Map Of The Brain Could Change Medicine
Health Neuroscientists identify 100 new regions within the brain’s complex cerebral cortex By itself, the human brain is just one organ in the body. But in many ways, our brain is what makes us distinctively human. At the same time, it’s complex anatomy and… [Link]
Mashable » Protesters bring their own wall to the Republican convention
It's day three of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, Ohio, and things aren't getting any duller. On the day the party promises to unveil its plan to Make America First Again, a group of protesters gathered in the city to unveil its own version of the wall Donald Trump has pledged to erect on the American border with Mexico. … [Link]
Mashable » Enthusiastic little manatee would like to learn how to paddleboard, please
No time like the present to learn a new sport. Celine Chasteen and a friend were paddleboarding off the coast of Jupiter, Florida, when a young manatee friend showed up to say hello — and, we assume, to ask for paddleboarding lessons. The girls didn't touch the manatee — good call, guys — but they did watch it hang onto … [Link]
Mashable » The truth behind Melania Trump's speech finally comes out
A Donald Trump staffer and longtime friend of his wife, Melania, has admitted she's at least partly to blame for the plagiarized passages in a speech given on day one of the Republican convention in Cleveland, Ohio, this week. Meredith McIver released a statement Wednesday admitting she helped write the speech Melania read, which included statements apparently stolen from First … [Link]
Mashable » J.J. Abrams: Anton Yelchin will not be replaced in 'Star Trek' movies
Actor Anton Yelchin tragically passed away last month in a car accident at the age of 27, and his legacy is honored in Star Trek Beyond, which opens this weekend. Star Trek producer J.J. Abrams made a statement that Yelchin's character would not be recast in any upcoming films. “I would say there’s no replacing him. There’s no recasting. I … [Link]
Popular Science » Join the Top Ten Automotive Startups Challenge
From Our Blogs: Speed Lab The deadline is fast approaching at the end of July AutoMobility at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show is sponsoring a contest for automotive, transportation, and mobility startups with mentoring prizes for winners of the… [Link]
Popular Science » Who Was The Best Non-Human Character In Star Trek?
Entertainment Cardassians and Klingons and androids, oh my! With the imminent release of the next Star Trek film so soon, the Popular Science staff decided to lift the veil on one of our nerdiest moments yet. Noted Trekkies sat… [Link]
Slashdot » Software Flaw Puts Mobile Phones and Networks At Risk Of Complete Takeover
Dan Goodin, reporting for Ars Technica: A newly disclosed vulnerability could allow attackers to seize control of mobile phones and key parts of the world's telecommunications infrastructure and make it possible to eavesdrop or disrupt entire networks, security experts warned Tuesday. The bug resides in a code library used in a wide range of telecommunication products, including radios in cell … [Link]
Popular Science » Watch Purps The Penguin Get A Sweet New Boot
Animals It's not just humans that get 3D-printed upgrades, anymore Purps the Penguin had a problem that 3D printing could solve. [Link]
Mashable » Fluffy little rescue dog posing with food is our ideal Instagram account
Popeye The Foodie Dog's Instagram account combines two of our favorite things: Instagram food porn and an adorable little puppy. The account captures Popeye, a rescue pup from Los Angeles, in all his glory as he embarks on culinary adventures with his owners, posing beside delicious-looking meals. SEE ALSO: Nora the rescue puppy loves napping with her baby brother Popeye's … [Link]
Mashable » Obama's new solar plan could help renters, low-income families get clean energy
Going solar in the U.S. isn’t easy if you don’t have a house or a padded bank account. But renters and cash-strapped residents are increasingly taking advantage of the U.S. solar energy boom, thanks to a push from communities, startups and policymakers to widen access beyond relatively wealthy homeowners. The Obama administration is adding to those efforts with a handful … [Link]
Popular Science » Robots Have Been Visiting Mars For 40 Years Today
Space The anniversary of the Viking landing Happy anniversary to Viking 1, which landed on this date in 1976. [Link]
Mashable » Teenager designs world's fastest consumer drone
There's a new consumer drone in town and it's got a real need for speed. With an average top speed of around 70 miles per hour (the drone can reportedly fly at up to 85 mph in the right conditions), the Teal drone is nearly twice as fast as DJI's Phantom 4. George Matus, the 18-year-old inventor and CEO of … [Link]
Mashable » Turkey blocks access to WikiLeaks after leak of 300,000 emails
Turkey has blocked access to the WikiLeaks website after the group released around 300,000 emails from the ruling party of president Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Turkey's Telecommunications Communications Board said it had taken an "administrative measure" against the website, a term used when blocking access to sites. The trove of emails from the AK Party, dated from 2010 to July 6 … [Link]
Mashable » Sports car owner chases down skater who smashed his windshield
It's the classic story. A $250,000 McLaren sports car runs a stop sign and knocks down a kid on a skateboard. The passengers rudely yell at the skater to move, and he promptly smashes their windshield in a fit of righteously petty revenge before running off. The man in the passenger seat, who paid a small fortune and likely part … [Link]
Popular Science » Take A Digital Tour Of The Apollo 11 Command Module
Space And 3D print your own at home To commemorate the 47th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing, the Smithsonian has released a 3D model of the inside of “Columbia,” the Apollo 11 Command Module… [Link]
Mashable » Unfortunate whale watchers fail to notice the leap of a lifetime
You'd think a 40-ton whale would be hard to miss, but anything is possible. Whale watchers near Sydney, Australia, caused giggles 'round the internet on Tuesday when they failed to notice a humpback whale making a magnificent jump directly to the boat's left. Why? Because they were all looking to the right. SEE ALSO: Rescuers hunt for endangered blue whale … [Link]
Mashable » Original Ghostbuster says Leslie Jones' trolls are 'active Klan members,' 'insignificant gnats'
An original Ghostbusters star has Leslie Jones' back. After Jones spent a day showing Twitter the racist abuse she receives online, Dan Aykroyd, who starred in the original movie and helped produce the new version starring Jones, weighed in. SEE ALSO: Leslie Jones fights back against racist trolls on Twitter "These people, first of all, they're insignificant gnats," Aykroyd said … [Link]
Mashable » Lady Gaga posts touching statement on Taylor Kinney breakup
News of the split between Lady Gaga and actor Taylor Kinney came in this week, and thanks to Gaga's most recent Instagram, we can all find comfort in knowing it was not a bad romance. Gaga penned a touching note, confirming their split, but adding that the two still hope to work through relationship obstacles. SEE ALSO: Lady Gaga and … [Link]
Slashdot » Google Testing AI System To Cool Data Center Energy Bills
An anonymous reader writes: Google is looking at artificial intelligence technology to help it identify opportunities for data center energy savings. The company is approaching the end of an initial 2-year trial of the machine learning tool, and hopes to see it applied across the entire data center portfolio by the end of 2016. The new AI software, which is … [Link]
Mashable » Forget Nintendo, 'Pokémon Go' could be worth billions of dollars to Apple
We already know that Pokémon Go has caught the attention of the business world, with the value of Nintendo more than doubling thanks to its interest in the game. It doesn't stop there. The app could be worth a Wailord-sized $3 billion in revenue to Apple, thanks to the cut of any money the company takes from companies that operate … [Link]
Mashable » 'Melania Trump' addresses that controversial Republican convention speech on 'Colbert'
Election twist we did not expect: Stephen Colbert is a friend of Donald and Melania Trump. So when Melania's Monday night speech at the Republican National Committee drew ire for lifting lines from Michelle Obama's speech at the 2008 Democratic National Convention, Colbert stepped up. "Personally, I don't think Mrs. Trump is to fault at all," Colbert said on Tuesday's … [Link]
Mashable » Polar bears and traffic cones are an unexpectedly delightful combination
LONDON — Apparently, it doesn't take much to make a polar bear happy. Some traffic cones and drainage pipe should do the trick. SEE ALSO: A polar bear is being kept in a Chinese mall for selfies Transport Scotland's construction contractor Wills Bros John Paul JV is working with the RZSS Highland Wildlife Park to find a more environmentally friendly … [Link]
Mashable » This book nerd painted her staircase to look like her favorite books
LONDON — Sometimes, displaying our most beloved books on a shelf just doesn't cut it. And when it comes to doing justice to the extent of our bookwormery, loud and proud is the way forward. SEE ALSO: This book nerd's tweet to a bookstore's official Twitter account ended in a love story Pippa Branham of Liverpool, UK, decided to go … [Link]
Popular Science » Could Heat Make Depression Melt Away?
Health An experiment using "fever machines" Could baking the clinically depressed under heat lamps really let make them sweat it and forget it? [Link]
Slashdot » Facebook Messenger Hits 1B Monthly Active Users, Accounts For 10 Percent Of All VoIP Calls
Speaking of instant messaging and VoIP call apps, Facebook announced on Wednesday that Facebook Messenger has hit the 1 billion monthly active users milestone. The company adds that Messenger is just more than a text messenger — in addition to the ambitious bot gamble, a digital assistant, and the ability to send money to friends — Messenger now accounts for … [Link]
Mashable » At Republican Convention, astronaut Eileen Collins will talk about 'making America first again' in space
Eileen Collins, a retired astronaut who was the first female commander of a NASA space shuttle mission, will address the Republican National Convention on Wednesday night. The day is rich with symbolism, given that it is the 47th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. Her choice to speak at the convention is a controversial decision that some spaceflight and … [Link]
Mashable » Mila Kunis reveals why she didn't marry Macaulay Culkin
Actress Mila Kunis stopped by SiriusXM's The Howard Stern Show on July 19 in support of her new film Bad Moms. While on the radio show, she discussed her former relationship with Macaulay Culkin and how her idea of marriage shifted over the years. SEE ALSO: Real human Mila Kunis doesn't wear makeup or wash her hair every day 
The … [Link]
Mashable » 6 times it's OK to procrastinate (and 5 times it's really not)
Timing is everything. We treat procrastination as inherently bad, but all it means is delaying something, so why are we so quick to criticize the practice? Yes, it can be terrible and stressful if you always lazily shake off your responsibilities until the last minute. But there are also plenty of situations when you might want to hold off on … [Link]
Mashable » Here's how to stream five of Garry Marshall's best movies
Creator of several of your favorite comfort movies, Garry Marshall, passed away Tuesday at the age of 81. The producer, writer and director was an iconic visionary who worked on Laverne & Shirley, Happy Days, Mork & Mindy and more. Following that game-changing television run, he transitioned to films, where he directed classics such as Pretty Woman as well as … [Link]
Mashable » Adorable girl hijacks uncle's phone, makes excellent use of Snapchat filter
Snapchat has a plethora of unusual filters as this adorable little girl has so magically highlighted in a clip she captured of herself trying out the "bread face" filter. SEE ALSO: One Snapchat filter is too real for some teens Reddit user stomppad12 posted the video of 4-year-old niece Avah commandeering his phone and casually taking over his Snapchat like … [Link]
WIRED » The US May Finally Get a Cheap Alternative to the $70 Million V-22 Osprey
For less than a third the price of each $70 million Osprey, the Army will get nearly the same performance from the V-280 Valor. The post The US May Finally Get a Cheap Alternative to the $70 Million V-22 Osprey appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Facebook Messenger joins the 1 billion user club
Facebook's efforts to push people to Messenger is working. The messaging app marked a new milestone Wednesday, announcing that it now counts more than a billion monthly active users. That's up from the 900 million it claimed in April. SEE ALSO: Facebook is testing encrypted, secret, self-destructing Messenger chats Facebook is marking the occasion with a new balloon feature that … [Link]
Mashable » IBM Watson will tell you how to get around your local Macy's
At Macy's, you'll soon be able to avoid total human interaction whether you're shopping online or in the store. The retailer is piloting a web tool powered by IBM Watson, the computing system of Jeopardy! fame, and Satisfi, an intelligent engagement platform. This will be the first time Watson has been used in a in-store retail setting. The computing system, … [Link]
Slashdot » Skype Finalizes Its Move To the Cloud; To Kill Older Clients — Remains Tight Lipped About Privacy
When it was first created, Skype network was built as a decentralized peer-to-peer system. PCs that had enough processing muscle and bandwidth acted as "supernodes," and coordinated connections between other machines on the network. This p2p system was generally perceived as being relatively private, a belief that has since been debunked. There were several technical challenges, which led Microsoft to … [Link]
Mashable » The best hotels for movie lovers across the U.S.
Now that summer is in full swing, there are a few things you can count on: High temps, BBQs and the ubiquitous summer blockbuster. In honor of this movie mayhem that hits the U.S. every July, here’s a look at the hotels across the country that will help satisfy your celluloid fix. Each one of these spots features sweet cinematic … [Link]
Mashable » The ultimate 'Pokémon Go' cheat sheet lets you know which Pokémon are strongest
Pokémon Go, the augmented reality mobile game that everyone seems to be playing, can be quite daunting for beginners. Catching Pokémon and collecting items at PokéStops is easy enough, but which Pokémon should you evolve to get the best bang for your buck time? The game doesn't answer this question, nor does it even let you know the stats of … [Link]
Mashable » Stephen Colbert discovered the great condiment scandal at the Republican Convention
Protect your ketchups, mayonnaises and relishes, for the great condiment scandal is among us. During their two-hour Facebook Live broadcast of the condiments table at the Republican National Convention, The Late Show discovered a shocking mustard theft. SEE ALSO: Stephen Colbert brought back his 'Colbert Report' persona to cover the RNC Yesterday's footage found that Fox News anchor Brett Baier … [Link]
Mashable » 'Rise of the Tomb Raider' adds a new VR mode on PS4
Rise of the Tomb Raider is coming to PlayStation 4 on Oct. 11 — almost a full year after it was released on Xbox One — and it's going to include a new mode specifically for PlayStation VR. The VR mode apparently connects to Blood Ties, a "story mode" game add-on that allows players to explore franchise heroine Lara Croft's … [Link]
Mashable » Dollar Shave Club acquired for $1 billion
How do you get to a billion dollars? One buck at a time. European consumer goods company Unilever has acquired Dollar Shave Club, the men's grooming start-up founded in 2012, the companies announced on Wednesday morning. The deal reportedly valued Dollar Shave Club (DSC) at $1 billion in an all-cash agreement, according to the New York Times. (The companies did … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump (Jimmy Fallon) gave a passionate defense of Melania's speech
Everyone has been addressing Melania Trump's Republican National Convention speech fail, but Jimmy Fallon's take on it is probably the most elaborate. After entering The Tonight Show stage Michael Jackson-style and then revealing himself as an eerily accurate Donald Trump (an impression he has done many times before), Fallon hit the nail on the head with his hilarious defense of … [Link]
WIRED » At the Republican Convention, Millennials Search for Signs Of the Future
It’s not all that easy to find. The post At the Republican Convention, Millennials Search for Signs Of the Future appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
New Scientist – News » Stitching a drone’s view of the world into 3D maps as it flies
Combining multiple images from a drone-mounted camera gives highly detailed models of the ground – and this can now be done in real time [Link]
Mashable » Cool guy Idris Elba shows off his smooth 'Tonight Show' dance moves
Since Idris Elba blessed us all by teaming up with Macklemore and Ryan Lewis for their hit, "Dance Off," fans have been challenging him to show off his moves. After the Star Trek Beyond actor straight up admitted to Jimmy Fallon, "I can dance," he really had no choice but to stand up and bust some impressive moves. Elba also … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Menopause reversal restores periods and produces fertile eggs
Women who have already passed through the menopause may be able to have children following a blood treatment usually used to heal wounds [Link]
Slashdot » BT Internet Outage Was Our Fault, Says Equinix
Kat Hall, reporting for The Register: Telecity's owner, Equinix, has 'fessed up to a "brief outage" which subsequently knocked 10 per cent of BT internet users offline this morning as well as a number of other providers. A spokesman from the group, which slurped up Telecity for 2.3bn euro last year, confirmed that the outage occurred at its LD8 site … [Link]
Mashable » Moziah Bridges, Amber Kelley among speakers at ‘Kid Talks’
Invited to the White House. Appeared on Shark Tank. Graduated from middle school. Quite the résumé for a 14-year-old from Memphis. Yet for Moziah Bridges, his young age did not hold him back from the dream of owning his own clothing line. Now CEO of Mo’s Bows Handmade Bow Ties, Bridges can speak to what it means to #DreamFearlessly. That’s … [Link]
WIRED » Flying at 85MPH Isn’t Even the Teal Drone’s Best Trick
With speeds that reach up to 85mph, Teal can be used as a racing drone right out of the box. But this modular machine is built for more than just speed. The post Flying at 85MPH Isn’t Even the Teal Drone’s Best Trick appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » Virtualandia: The Hottest New Real Estate Is In The Ether
Gadgets As everybody moves in to virtual reality, who's making the rules? “It’s the first medium that creates the sensation that you’re somewhere else,”… [Link]
Mashable » Google rewards Indian teenager for service that helps local fishermen navigate
A 14-year-old Indian student has won Google's Community Impact Award for a GPS-powered app that aims at keeping local fishermen safe and enhancing their productivity. The award, which got him $10,000, focuses on projects that make a practical difference to communities by addressing challenges surrounding the environment, health and resources. SEE ALSO: This 9-year-old girl is already a successful wedding … [Link]
Mashable » Matt Damon is totally chill about video games now
Matt Damon admitted during a Monday "Ask Me Anything" session on Reddit that he's interested in working on a video game. It's a seeming change for an actor who refused to lend his likeness or voice to The Bourne Conspiracy, a decent-but-flawed 2008 video game based on the Damon-led blockbuster action series. In fairness, Damon implied at the time that … [Link]
Mashable » French bulldog refuses to let lack of water keep him from swimming
This bulldog wants to swim, dammit, and he's prepared to do so with or without water. Like a true champ, he refused to let his summer dreams be crushed simply because his owner didn't fill up his pool with water, so he hopped in anyways to go for a "swim." Thankfully we have this determined pup to teach us all … [Link]
Mashable » Wes Anderson-inspired luxury hotel for bees has a really good cause
LONDON — Beelieve it or not, bees play a really important role in the production and flavour of fruit and vegetables. Which is why they also play a crucial role in the tastiness of fruit tea. British tea brand Taylors of Harrogate has built a Grand Budapest Hotel-inspired hotel for bees as part of a campaign to raise awareness of … [Link]
Slashdot » Neuroscientists Have Isolated The Part Of The Brain That Controls Free Will
An anonymous reader quotes a report from ExtremeTech: Free will might have been the province of philosophers until now, but we've cracked the problem with an fMRI. Neuroscientists from Johns Hopkins report in the journal Attention, Perception, & Psychophysics that they were able to see both what happens in a human brain the moment a free choice is made, and … [Link]
Popular Science » How Lockheed Martin Plans To Set Up A Base Camp In Mars' Orbit
Space The journey to Mars, told in GIFs NASA has come under fire for not thoroughly plotting its roadmap to Mars. Lockheed Martin wants to help them fill in the details. [Link]
Mashable » Inevitably, people are comparing Theresa May to Margaret Thatcher
Theresa May made a strong impression during her first PMQs as prime minister and, as was bound to happen, people started comparing her to Britain's only other woman prime minister: Margaret Thatcher. In responding to embattled Opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn, who is entangled in an internal struggle to hold onto his leadership of the Labour party, she said: May's tone, … [Link]
Mashable » Desperate man offers to read books in exchange for cash
Only a completely desperate scammer would be willing to offer book reviews for a cash transfer. In episode five of Scamalot, comedian James Veitch receives an email from his friend Robert, who claims he is stuck on vacation and needs money to get home ASAP. Before he sends the cash, though, Veitch requests some feedback on his latest novel featuring robots and milkmaids. For … [Link]
Mashable » #FreeMilo prompts free speech debate after Twitter ban on conservative pundit
Twitter's decision to permanently ban conservative pundit and Breitbart Tech editor Milo Yiannopoulos has prompted a debate about free speech on Twitter under the hashtag #FreeMilo. Yiannopoulos, who tweeted under the handle @Nero, was suspended after his particularly negative review of the film Ghostbusters led to many racist comments directed at actress and comedian Leslie Jones. SEE ALSO: Twitter permanently … [Link]
New Scientist – News » First superatom molecules pave way for new breed of electronics
Sets of superatoms have been linked up to make molecules for the first time – these could be the building blocks for new kinds of magnetic or conductive materials [Link]
WIRED » Buying Space Memorabilia Can Be Cheaper Than You’d Think
What kind of person pays thousands of dollars for the right to own a piece of space history? The post Buying Space Memorabilia Can Be Cheaper Than You’d Think appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Agent Carter
It only lasted two seasons, but they were wonderful. Here's how to binge-watch one of Marvel's most under-appreciated shows. The post WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Agent Carter appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » This Lab Releases Two Million Mosquitoes a Week for Science
Kevin Frayer's images take viewers inside a lab in Guangzhou, China where scientists are infecting mosquitoes with Wolbachia, a bacterium that prevents their eggs from hatching. The post This Lab Releases Two Million Mosquitoes a Week for Science appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » How Oakley’s Olympic Shades Could Help Athletes See Gold This Summer
Oakley says its new shades can help Olympic athletes pick out specific details and enhance depth perception. The post How Oakley's Olympic Shades Could Help Athletes See Gold This Summer appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Inside K2, NASA’s Mission that Just Discovered More than 100 New Exoplanets
Kepler’s K2 mission confirms 104 new exoplanets. The post Inside K2, NASA’s Mission that Just Discovered More than 100 New Exoplanets appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Scrivener for iOS Means You Can Write Your Zombie Novel Anywhere
The new $20 app lets you take your drafts, scenes, outlines, and corkboards with you anywhere. The post Scrivener for iOS Means You Can Write Your Zombie Novel Anywhere appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Britain was #toohottosleep last night, took to Twitter to express anguish
LONDON — What do you get when you mix a nation accustomed to the mild weather of a temperate maritime climate, a heatwave, virtually no air conditioning, and a night of collective sleeplessness? A Twitter storm. SEE ALSO: It's Britain's hottest day of the year and people simply can't cope The UK on Tuesday experienced its hottest day of the … [Link]
Mashable » The hardcore teen bike messengers of the early 1900s
November 1910"George Christopher, Postal Tel. #7, 14 years old. Been at it over 3 years. Does not work nights. Location: Nashville, Tennessee."IMage: Library of CongressIn 1908, the progressive National Child Labor Committee hired Lewis Hine, a New York sociologist and photographer, to document the exploitative working conditions of child laborers in dozens of occupations, from mining and manufacturing to farming and … [Link]
Mashable » This extremely budget parody of 'Mad Max' is so hilariously British
You don't need a big budget to make a Hollywood film, you know. Just look at the video above — with nothing more than some basic makeup, a few cardboard props and some whipped cream, the actors above have made their own perfectly authentic version of Mad Max: Fury Road. SEE ALSO: If Cormac McCarthy wrote 'Fast & Furious' you'd … [Link]
Mashable » Drone racing tips to get every beginner in gear
Our new vlog series, How to Race Drones, features Mashable Creative Producer Sam Sheffer diving into the growing world of drone racing as he prepares to compete in the Liberty Cup drone race on July 30. In the first episode, two drone experts teach Sheffer what it takes to move from a beginner to an advanced drone extraordinaire. From … [Link]
Mashable » Google's Arts & Culture app lets you browse artworks from more than 1,000 museums
You probably didn't know you needed yet another Google app on your smartphone, but if you're an art lover, you'll want to make space for this one. The Google Arts & Culture app, launched Tuesday, applies Google's search chops to a database containing artworks from more than a thousand museums in 70 countries. SEE ALSO: Google's Project Bloks designed to … [Link]
WIRED » Check Out Nike’s Crazy New Machine-Designed Track Shoe
Nike’s newest track spikes can slash a 100-meter runner's time by more than a tenth of a second—enough to turn a fourth-place finisher into a gold medalist. The post Check Out Nike's Crazy New Machine-Designed Track Shoe appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: React: Up & Running – $16.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "React: Up & Running" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-07-21 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » 86-year-old British woman uses bacon to fend off thief
LONDON — An 86-year-old woman has fended off a would-be mugger with a packet of freshly bought supermarket bacon. SEE ALSO: 10 of the weirdest 999 calls British emergency services received in 2015 The slightly odd incident, which took place inside a supermarket in Altrincham, UK, was recounted by Greater Manchester Police on their Facebook page on Tuesday morning. Here's … [Link]
Slashdot » The Flux Capacitor Becomes World's Fastest Street-Legal Electric Car
An anonymous reader writes from a report via Ars Technica: Jonny Smith now has the world's fastest street-legal electric car, called the Flux Capacitor. Previously, the Flux Capacitor was only Europe's fastest street-legal electric vehicle, with a less than 11 second, 1/4-mile time under it's belt. Now it can run the quarter-mile in 9.87 seconds, thanks to the extra 44 … [Link]
Mashable » 'Pokémon Go' players in Bosnia warned to avoid minefields
Bosnian players of the popular Pokémon Go app have been told to avoid areas still littered with landmines from the war in the 1990s. A charity which deals with demining in the Balkan country, Posavina bez mina, has issued a warning after receiving reports of gamers hunting for Pokémon in risky areas. SEE ALSO: Man hunting for Pokémon accidentally enters military … [Link]
Mashable » 5 things we can't wait to see at Comic-Con 2016
Comic-Con 2016 officially kicks off tonight and will run throughout the weekend in San Diego. Mashable will be covering all the big happenings over the next few days, including sure-to-be-exciting Hall H presentations of forthcoming movies from Marvel and Warner Bros. SEE ALSO: William Shatner to beam in for 'Star Trek' at Comic-Con On the television front, there is plenty … [Link]
Mashable » To 'Pokémon Go' or no? Indonesian government is split on whether the game is okay
Pokémon Go is dividing the Indonesian government. On one end there's the capital city's governor Basuki “Ahok” Tjahaja Purnama, who's been enamoured with the game enough to invite locals to catch Pokémon at the park. But on the Indonesian island of Bali, its governor Made Mangku Pastika is ready to fire public servants caught for playing, he told local media. … [Link]
Mashable » How to talk about the new UK prime minister's shoes without being sexist
LONDON — You might have heard that the United Kingdom has a new prime minister. And, she's a woman. SEE ALSO: Britain has its next prime minister to thank for mass surveillance bill In fact, Theresa May is the UK's first female prime minister since November 1990. The first woman to lead the UK government in the 21st century. And … [Link]
Mashable » Google in legal trouble in India for including PM Modi in top criminals search results
An Indian court has issued a notice to Google, its CEO and India head for listing Prime Minister Narendra Modi among the world's top ten criminals in its image search results and registered a criminal case against the company. SEE ALSO: India's Supreme Court tells Google, Yahoo and Microsoft to stop hosting sex selection ads The complainant, an advocate named … [Link]
Mashable » 'Game of Thrones' star Maisie Williams shares photo all Stark fans will appreciate
Warning: Spoilers from Game of Thrones Season 6 below. LONDON — Now that Game of Thrones Season 6 is over, it's the perfect time to regroup and take stock. And, if you happen to be a Stark, there's finally some stuff to be cheerful about. SEE ALSO: 9 key predictions for what'll happen in 'Game of Thrones' Season 7 The … [Link]
Mashable » These photographs of New Zealand's natural wonders are seriously alluring
New Zealand is most known for its host of natural wonders, but not everyone of us has been lucky enough to witness them for ourselves. Until now. These photographs are from the production of a BBC television mini-series called New Zealand: Earth's Mythical Islands, which premiered in the UK on Tuesday. SEE ALSO: This may be the world's most beautiful … [Link]
Mashable » Starbucks opens its first outlet dedicated to hiring deaf baristas in Malaysia
Starbucks has dedicated one of its outlets in Malaysia to hiring deaf baristas — a first for the company globally. The outlet in the Bangsar district currently has 10 deaf baristas, and three hearing staff, Starbucks told Mashable on Wednesday. SEE ALSO: Starbucks barista serenades customers at drive-thru window If you don't know sign language, the baristas are ready to … [Link]
Mashable » Australia creates new world record for most kids coding at one time
On Wednesday, 9,782 kids logged on in homes and schools across Australia and started coding, creating a new world record in the process. The coding event, Moonhack, was organised by an after-school coding club network, Code Club Australia to coincide with the July 20 anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. "We connected it to the Apollo 11 landing because … [Link]
Mashable » The best night sky photos of 2016 have been officially announced
The central western region of NSW Australia plays host to some of the darkest skies in the southern hemisphere, making it an astronomer's playground and perfect for appreciating the jaw dropping beauty of the night sky. Ensuring full exposure of this natural phenomena, the Central West Astronomical Society established AstroFest to bring together local and international astronomers and enthusiasts to … [Link]
Mashable » Cat caught taking an afternoon nap is a delight to watch
There's nothing not to love about cats, especially this furry little creature in Japan called Tetsuro-kun. SEE ALSO: Panda gives birth to the tiniest little gem and we're in awe Tetsuro's owner recently posted a video clip on Twitter of the feline snoozing and the internet (us included) couldn't handle its cuteness. The beginning of the clip shows @goma_chips, Twitter … [Link]
Mashable » Vin Diesel's 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage' trailer is as action-packed as expected
The first trailer of xXx: Return of Xander Cage is packed with a series of thrilling sequences. The sequel to 2002's xXx, the film marks Vin Diesel's return as the extreme athlete turned spy Xander Cage. SEE ALSO: Vin Diesel and Deepika Padukone's first look in 'xXx: The Return of Xander Cage' has fans asking for more The trailer is … [Link]
Mashable » Fitness chain in Singapore gets shut down overnight, members left reeling
SINGAPORE — California Fitness, one of the earliest fitness chains in the country, has ceased all of its operations in Singapore with immediate effect. The announcement was made shortly after midnight on Wednesday local time, by Singapore High Court-appointed liquidators, Tim Reid and Theresa Ng of Ferrier Hodgson. California Fitness is owned by JV Fitness, which was the second largest … [Link]
Slashdot » Amazon Isn't Saying If Echo Has Been Wiretapped
An anonymous reader writes from a report via ZDNet: Since announcing how many government data requests and wiretap orders it receives, Amazon has so far issued two transparency reports. The two reports outline how many subpoenas, search warrants, and court orders the company received to cloud service, Amazon Web Services. The cloud makes up a large portion of all the … [Link]
Mashable » Canva's new app will help you create pro designs straight from your phone
Ever wondered how fitness bloggers make those inspirational Instagram posts with just the right filter and a fake Marilyn Monroe quote in Comic Sans? It's probably not thanks to their incredible Photoshop skills. The Australian graphic design platform Canva launched its new iPhone app Wednesday, making polished design even more accessible. From the app, you can chose various templates such … [Link]
Mashable » The quokka picture book will bring you instant joy
If Kim Kardashian's Selfish is starting to look a little tired on your coffee table, perhaps a book of arguably the world's happiest animal is a better replacement. They're all featured in The Quokka Book, completely dedicated to one of Australia's most adorable and photogenic animals. SEE ALSO: 9 photogenic spots around Australia to take an Instagram shot Behind it … [Link]
Mashable » Melbourne mural in memoriam of Taylor Swift is brutal AF
If you've happened upon this article purely by chance and with no introduction to what has been dubbed 'watergate for millennials', TL;DR Kim Kardashian and Taylor Swift are fighting and this week everything went nuclear and possibly illegal and everyone has an opinion on the matter. SEE ALSO: HiddleSwift is proof Australian media has zero chill In a move both … [Link]
Mashable » Hollywood pays tribute to Garry Marshall, dead at 81
Garry Marshall, the producer, writer-director and sometimes actor who created Happy Days, Laverne & Shirley and Pretty Woman, has died. He was 81. Marshall died Tuesday night of complications from pneumonia following a stroke at a hospital in Burbank, California, Mashable has confirmed with his publicist, Michelle Bega. The Hollywood legend made a name for himself in the 1970s creating … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump Jr. also recycled part of his Republican Convention speech, but apparently it's OK
On first blush, it looked like the Trump family learned very little from last night's speech scandal. In what would be an extremely embarrassing gaffe for the newly minted Republican nominee for president, Donald Trump, his son appeared to plagiarize a few lines of his own Republican National Convention speech, the night after his step mother did the same. As … [Link]
Slashdot » WikiLeaks Releases 300K Turkey Government Emails In Response To Erdogan's Post-Coup Purges
An anonymous reader quotes a report from RT: Despite a massive cyberattack on its website, WikiLeaks has published the first batch of nearly 300,000 emails from the Turkish ruling AKP party's internal server and thousands of attached files in response to the Ankara government's widespread post-coup purges. Some 294,548 emails pertaining to Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan's Justice and Development … [Link]
Mashable » Hillary Clinton tweeted some sassy responses to Republican convention speakers
While Republican National Convention speakers continued to largely attack Hillary Clinton (some even more than promoting Trump), her social team was hard at work with some serious snark. On Tuesday night, Paul Ryan, Chris Christie and other speakers attacked Clinton for her diplomatic experience, her private email server and most everything elseHer Twitter account, in response, fact checked, pulled out … [Link]
Mashable » Twitter permanently bans conservative pundit Milo Yiannopoulos
In the wake of the harassment of Ghostbusters star Leslie Jones, Twitter has permanently suspended conservative pundit and Breitbart Tech editor Milo Yiannopoulos. Yiannopoulos, who tweeted under the handle @Nero, had several hundred thousand Twitter followers. His account was permanently suspended around 10 p.m. ET on Tuesday. SEE ALSO: Leslie Jones fights back against racist trolls on Twitter A frequent … [Link]
Mashable » Video game to help orangutans compose their own music
A group of adorable Orangutans at Melbourne Zoo have proved they're legit video game fanatics, with researchers using Xbox Ones to engage the primates in an interactive enrichment program. And as if that wasn't cute enough, they're also set to be the world's first Orangutan-identified experimental noise band, ABC's Catalyst reported, with researchers developing an audio-based game where music adjusts … [Link]
Mashable » Koala crashes house, tries its best to climb up a dancing pole
Koalas are great at eating eucalyptus and getting belly rubs. Dancing? Not so much. Perhaps this little fella climbing up a pole is trying to challenge the lazy reputation of one of Australia's most well-known and beloved animals. SEE ALSO: 9 photogenic spots around Australia to take an Instagram shot It was captured in a video uploaded to Facebook on … [Link]
Mashable » Snakes on a train: 3-foot python named 'Bread' scares crap out commuters
The Australian people have a new mascot for gorgeous weirdness after a young man decided to take his pet snake for a train trip. The police were called to the scene after passengers alerted the authorities that a fellow commuter thought it was a great idea to show everyone the 3-foot-long jungle python he had in his backpack. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
WIRED » Microsoft Has Zoomed Back to Relevance after Hitting Bottom
Four years ago to the day, Microsoft posted its first-ever quarterly loss. Doubts over its future mounted. Those doubts are fading fast. The post Microsoft Has Zoomed Back to Relevance after Hitting Bottom appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Led Zeppelin's 'The Complete BBC Sessions' will include 8 never-before-heard recordings
Led Zeppelin have a bit more to share from their BBC Sessions. This September, the band will release The Complete BBC Sessions, a remastered version of the 1997 release, which was a collection of recordings for the BBC between 1969 and 1971. SEE ALSO: Jury rules that Led Zeppelin didn't rip off 'Stairway to Heaven' According to the BBC, the … [Link]
WIRED » Here’s Vin Diesel in the New xXx Movie, Apparently?
We can't remember the original, but we also can't remember the last time an action movie seemed so stupidly fun. It's a Vin-Vin situation. The post Here's Vin Diesel in the New xXx Movie, Apparently? appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » No, the guy in the DTF hat is sadly not a delegate
Delegates are wearing a lot of fun hats at the Republican National Convention. This man, sadly, is not one of them. Many people were speculating about the identity of this man, spotted behind the Wyoming delegates during the convention, wearing a hat that says DTF (translation: "down to f*ck"). SEE ALSO: Donald Trump entered the RNC like an extraterrestrial wrestling … [Link]
WIRED » #NeverTrump Crowd Tweets Its Feelings After Trump Nomination
A moment of silence for #NeverTrump. Or a whole lot of tweets. The post #NeverTrump Crowd Tweets Its Feelings After Trump Nomination appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Roger Ailes Got Us To Mistrust Everyone—Including Himself
The cracks started showing when all of Fox News boss Roger Ailes' usual tricks failed to slow Donald Trump’s ascent—and then Ailes himself fell. The post Roger Ailes Got Us To Mistrust Everyone—Including Himself appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » Facebook Pitches Laser Beams As The High-Speed Internet Of The Future
An anonymous reader quotes a report from PCWorld: Facebook says it has developed a laser detector that could open the airwaves to new high-speed data communications systems that don't require dedicated spectrum or licenses. The component, disclosed on Tuesday in a scientific journal, comes from the company's Connectivity Lab, which is involved in developing technology that can help spread high-speed … [Link]
Mashable » The brave life of murdered Pakistani social media star Qandeel Baloch
Pakistani social media star and poster child for female empowerment, Qandeel Baloch, paid the ultimate price for being a modern woman. Baloch — who is sometimes compared to Kim Kardashian — was murdered Friday by her brother in an honour killing. The 26-year-old, whose real name was Fauzia Azeem, was a controversial figure in conservative Pakistan, due to the fact … [Link]
Mashable » How one woman's dog helped her confront her depression
There is something inherently comforting about the unconditional love of a pet. Writer Julie Barton understands that love to a heartwarming and gut-wrenching extreme. SEE ALSO: 'Dark Night' is the most important graphic novel you'll read all year In 1996, at the age of 22, Barton was losing her battle with crippling depression. After a devastating breakdown, her family … [Link]
Mashable » Paul Ryan uses Republican convention gavel in creative way
Banging the gavel is an art form, one that takes coordination, grace and the ability to distinguish "top" from "bottom." Speaker of the House Paul Ryan struggled with the convention gavel on Tuesday night. After Alaska contested the delegate count, Ryan brought the convention back to order by banging the ceremonial gavel. But the noise seemed to confuse the Wisconsin … [Link]
Mashable » 'Mr. Robot' to debut VR short film on iOS, Oculus, HTC Vive
The USA Network cult hit Mr. Robot has already blazed new trails by taking underground hacker culture mainstream, and now the producers are pushing the tech envelope further by diving into the world of virtual reality. SEE ALSO: Mr. Robot Season 2 premieres on Twitter and Facebook On July 21 at 1:45 p.m. ET, the show will debut an original … [Link]
Mashable » #SendForgivenessViral proposes new approach to online outrage
It's 2016 and the world is full of controversy. From Brexit to Kim vs Taylor — and where there is controversy, outrage follows suit. Australian journalist and television presenter Waleed Aly used his platform on panel show The Project last night to highlight what he sees as the ineffectiveness of online outrage and proposed a different approach to dealing with … [Link]
Mashable » Cameras catch delegate's VERY honest reaction to Trump nomination
This man at the Republican National Convention understands you, Democrats. A delegate from South Dakota, standing as far away from the microphone as possible, was clearly not thrilled about nominating Donald Trump. SEE ALSO: 11 totally real earlier drafts of Melania Trump's speech Considering delegates from Alaska also contested their votes being awarded to Trump, we'd say he's not alone. … [Link]
Slashdot » Technology Is Making Doctors Feel Like Glorified Data Entry Clerks
An anonymous reader writes from a report via Fast Company: The average day for a doctor consists of hours of data entry. Since the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act of 2009 took effect in January of 2011, which incentivized providers to adopt electronic medical records, hospitals have spent millions, sometimes billions, on computer systems that … [Link]
WIRED » Boy, the GOP’s Platform Really Rails on Public Transit
Goodbye subways! Goodbye bikes! Goodbye pedestrians strolling at night! The post Boy, the GOP's Platform Really Rails on Public Transit appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
New Scientist – News » UK’s £1 billion cut to carbon storage could cost £30 billion
The government cancelled its support for carbon capture and storage technology last year, without which, the costs of meeting its climate targets will skyrocket [Link]
New Scientist – News » Boozy primates seek out nectar with the highest alcohol content
Aye-ayes and a slow loris preferred artificial nectar with more booze in lab tests, suggesting that tippling is an ancient strategy for primates [Link]
Mashable » WhatsApp is back in Brazil after yet another ban
WhatsApp is back online in Brazil following a court ruling that suspended the service for several hours Tuesday, marking the third time in less than a year the Facebook-owned app has been banned and then reinstated by the country's judicial system. The latest ban, stemming from a Rio de Janeiro judge's ruling, was once again over the app's use of … [Link]
Mashable » Activists scale 60-foot flag poles to hang 'Don't Trump our communities' banner
Two activists in Cleveland, Ohio, took their hatred for presumptive presidential nominee Donald Trump to a new level. The pair climbed two 60-foot poles outside of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to hang a banner that read "Don't Trump Our Communities." After climbing down, the activists were quickly arrested by police. Read more… More about Mashable Video, Standalone … [Link]
Slashdot » Amazon Patents Way To Turn Lampposts, Church Steeples Into Drone Perches
An anonymous reader writes from a report via The Consumerist: Amazon has received a patent that shows what drones may be doing when they're not flying throughout the sky delivering packages: sitting on lampposts and church steeples. "Amazon was recently awarded a patent for docking and recharging stations that would be built on tall, existing structures like lampposts, cell towers, … [Link]
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