John Gordon Ross

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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 » Here are 31 of the best space photographs of the year

Tuesday 26 July 23:51:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157595%2fe098449f823c4f328e4758a2942309c7Feed-tw Feed-fbBright green auroras dance above a Norwegian lake in just one of dozens of new photos shortlisted for a 2016 astrophotography prize. The shortlisted photos, chosen for the Insight Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2016, reveal everything from an amazing image of the International Space Station to star trails circling stark landscapes around the world. SEE ALSO: 16 of the most … [Link]

Mashable » Lightning strikes the Empire State Building for an electrifying show

Tuesday 26 July 23:46:53 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15727%2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f157688_2fsitethumb1__17_Feed-tw Feed-fbThe Empire State Building, which serves as a lightning rod for its area in Manhattan, was struck by lightning during a summer storm Monday. Though the building is hit on average 23 times a year, it is still pretty cool footage.  Read more…More about Mashable Video, Storm, Nyc, New York City, and Manhattan [Link]

Mashable » 'Project Greenlight' won't be returning to HBO

Tuesday 26 July 23:40:54 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f128627%2fgettyimages-458614240Feed-tw Feed-fbLOS ANGELES — Looks like Ben Affleck and Matt Damon will need to find a new network to give them the greenlight. HBO is reportedly not picking up Damon and Affleck's docu-series Project Greenlight for another season. HBO confirmed the decision in a statement to Mashable: "When we picked up a new season in 2014, we imagined a one season revival and decided in … [Link]

Slashdot » AR Helmet Startup Skully Has Crashed and Burned

Tuesday 26 July 23:38:17 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes from a report via TechCrunch: Sources inside the AR helmet company Skully say the startup is no more. TechCrunch reports: "Operations have ceased within the company, and we're told the website will be turned off at some point today. [Skully's CEO and co-founder Marcus Weller] has also been asked to sign a confidentiality deal with investors. … [Link]

WIRED » Nintendo’s Next Game Console Might Be a Tablet That Connects to Your TV. That’s a Great Move

Tuesday 26 July 23:24:57 UTC 2016

Nintendo’s Next Game Console Might Be a Tablet That Connects to Your TV. That’s a Great MoveEurogamer reports that Nintendo's NX machine is a combination of portable and home gaming. This would be Nintendo's best play in an uncertain world. The post Nintendo's Next Game Console Might Be a Tablet That Connects to Your TV. That's a Great Move appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

Mashable » Bernie Sanders stands with Vermont delegates and gives Hillary Clinton a loud endorsement

Tuesday 26 July 23:23:11 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157724%2fap_16208835115436Feed-tw Feed-fbBernie Sanders, standing with his home state faithful of Vermont and amid chants of "Bernie, Bernie," called for the Democratic convention to unanimously vote for Hillary Clinton as the party's nominee for president Tuesday. "Madame chair, I move that the convention suspend the procedural rules," he said. "I move that all votes, all votes cast by delegates be reflected in the … [Link]

Slashdot » Norway Is Building The World's First 'Floating' Underwater Tunnels

Tuesday 26 July 23:20:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes from a report via The Next Web: Norway plans to build "submerged floating bridges" to allow drivers to cross its bodies of water. The Next Web reports: "The 'submerged floating bridges' would consist of large tubes suspended by pontoon-like support structures 100 feet below water. Each will be wide enough for two lanes of traffic, and … [Link]

Mashable » What's coming to (and expiring from) Netflix in August

Tuesday 26 July 23:10:22 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157645%2ftgd_act1_sr_042716_nf_marketing_clean_proreshq.00_09_30_12.still735Feed-tw Feed-fbThere’s nothing that helps you cool down from a summer heat wave more than staying inside for a good ol' binge-watching session. Netflix has a lot of new — and a lot of old — shows and movies coming to its platform in August. Here's a look at what's landing (and expiring) on the streaming service this month. Top Pick: The … [Link]

Mashable » Will the Black Lives Matter moms help Hillary Clinton win?

Tuesday 26 July 23:05:44 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157603%2fgettyimages-583532396Feed-tw Feed-fbThe Black Lives Matter movement is front and center at the Democratic convention Tuesday, with numerous speakers scheduled to address the issue from a very personal standpoint. The Mothers of the Movement, women whose sons have been killed at the hands of police across America, are expected to give powerful speeches at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. SEE ALSO: Before … [Link]

Mashable » Watch the tearful moment between Larry Sanders and his brother Bernie

Tuesday 26 July 22:42:03 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157658%2f8cc4e75ceaef45a4a5ad9c48b463efccFeed-tw Feed-fbAs the roll call votes rolled in Tuesday night, Bernie Sanders and his brother — yes, he has one — shared a profoundly moving family moment. Larry Sanders, who resides in Britain and is the health spokesperson for the United Kingdom's Green Party, delivered the final delegate vote for Democrats Abroad during Tuesday's Democratic convention roll call. Unsurprisingly, it was for … [Link]

Mashable » Daft Punk figures with light-up helmets are here to bring 'Da Funk'

Tuesday 26 July 22:40:37 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157641%2fdaftpunkFeed-tw Feed-fbNew Daft Punk action figures? We're gonna celebrate. Toy company Medicom is releasing new Daft Punk figures that celebrate the duo's signature look to the fullest, complete with LED lights in the helmets. SEE ALSO: Mr. Potato Head received an interesting makeover for charity According to Gizmodo, though Medicom has been creating Daft Punk figures for quite some time, the toymaker … [Link]

Slashdot » Facebook Open Sources 360 Surround Camera With Ikea-Style Instructions

Tuesday 26 July 22:40:00 UTC 2016

Reader joshtops writes: Facebook needs you to fill its News Feed, Oculus Rift, and Gear VR with 360 content. So today it put all the hardware and software designs of its Surround 360 camera on Github after announcing the plan in April. Thanks to cheeky instruction manual inspired by Ikea's manuals, you can learn how to buy the parts, assemble … [Link]

Mashable » Rare population of koalas untouched by humans are under threat

Tuesday 26 July 22:36:51 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15604%2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f156798_2fk1sitethumb1Feed-tw Feed-fbResearchers from the University of Queensland have spent the last 20 years studying a group of 200 koalas on the remote St Bees Island in Australia.  Despite the efforts they have made to gather information about the rare koalas untouched by humans or disease, numbers are still declining and scientists are still not exactly sure why.  Additional reporting by The Associated … [Link]

Mashable » Rihanna's plea to the people: Please don't be 'catching any Pokémons up in this b*tch'

Tuesday 26 July 22:30:03 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15720%2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f157581_2fsitethumb__2_Feed-tw Feed-fbIf you're headed to Rihanna's concert, it is best to leave Pikachu at home. At a recent show, the singer made it very clear that she doesn't want to see fans texting their boyfriends, girlfriends or playing Pokémon Go.  Read more: http://on.mash.to/2aIncxG Read more…More about Mashable Video, Music, Concert, Pokemon Go, and Beyonce [Link]

Mashable » 102-year-old woman, born before women's suffrage, votes to nominate Hillary Clinton

Tuesday 26 July 22:29:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157722%2fap_168494581307Feed-tw Feed-fbFor most of the American population, it's hard to remember a time before women were allowed to vote — but Jerry Emmett does. And she helped nominate the first woman candidate for president from a major party.  On the floor of the Democratic National Convention tonight, 102-year-old Jerry Emmett cast her vote for candidate Hillary Clinton. While most delegates on the … [Link]

Mashable » Capcom holding online 'Street Fighter V' qualifiers for a spot in $250,000 tournament

Tuesday 26 July 22:07:21 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157579%2fcammyFeed-tw Feed-fbDid you watch Evo two weeks ago, and think you might be ready for the Street Fighter big time?  Capcom is opening up its annual Street Fighter V tournament, the Capcom Cup, to a wider swath of players by holding online tournaments over the next few months. Players that win their respective online tournament will be able to compete in their … [Link]

Slashdot » Harrison Ford Could Have Died In Star Wars Set Incident, Court Hears

Tuesday 26 July 22:00:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes: While filming Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Harrison Ford almost died when he was crushed by a hydraulic door on the set of the Millennium Falcon. He was reportedly knocked to the ground and crushed beneath the heavy door when he walked on to the set not believing it to be live. The 71-year-old actor suffered … [Link]

Popular Science » The U.S. Military Is Patrolling Djibouti With Robot Golf Carts

Tuesday 26 July 21:51:09 UTC 2016

Military A simple machine, in the works for 30 years. Robot patrols base. [Link]

Mashable » If Donald Trump was the actual 'Law and Order' candidate

Tuesday 26 July 21:46:36 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157336%2flaw_order_trump_7Feed-tw Feed-fbDonald Trump has alienated many groups of people throughout his career — Muslims, Latinos, all of Western Europe — but the candidate finally crossed the line when he offended one of the country's most vulnerable demographics: Law and Order fans. For weeks, Donald Trump has been referring to himself as "the law and order candidate," an assignation last used by President … [Link]

Mashable » Twitter claims to be the best but investors aren't seeing results

Tuesday 26 July 21:46:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157558%2fjcklkingFeed-tw Feed-fbTwitter has become a new host for live video, and simultaneously more of the world is cozying up to the tiny screen.  Still, Twitter's worst enemy, Wall Street, is not impressed. The microblogging site reported an additional 3 million monthly active users, a 3 percent change year-over-year that increased its base to 313 million, in its second-quarter earnings report Tuesday. That … [Link]

Mashable » How your Android phone could save you in an emergency

Tuesday 26 July 21:35:52 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157569%2fscreen_shot_2016-07-26_at_4.47.37_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbFor some Android users, calling for help is about to get upgraded. Dialing an emergency number the UK and Estonia will now instantly send information about your location if you're calling from an Android device, Google announced yesterday.  With the change, 999 operators (the emergency number in the UK and many other countries) will be able to access information from Android's … [Link]

Popular Science » Olympic Runners Supplement Training with Brain-Stimulating Headphones

Tuesday 26 July 21:34:00 UTC 2016

Technology The Halo Sport headphones claim to improve motor learning for athletes This year’s Olympics, though plagued with Zika news, has actually produced interesting technology advances, including headphones that help athletes improve their skills… [Link]

Popular Science » Facebook Releases Open Source Software For Its Surround 360 Camera

Tuesday 26 July 21:33:07 UTC 2016

Gadgets But the catch is you'll have to build your own hardware to use it From the day that Facebook announced its 360-degree camera, the Surround 360, it promised that the project would be open source. Today, they delivered — sort of. [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Google Pulls Places API for iOS from Maps SDK

Tuesday 26 July 21:18:03 UTC 2016

Google today said it is putting the Google Places API for iOS 2.0 and the Google Maps SDK for iOS 2.0 into separate CocoaPods. The idea here is to reduce the app size for developers who need Places data, but not Maps data. It will take some time for the change announced by Google today to take effect, so don't … [Link]

Slashdot » Popular Wireless Keyboards From HP, Toshiba and Others Don't Use Encryption, Can Be Easily Snooped On

Tuesday 26 July 21:17:00 UTC 2016

Reader msm1267 writes: Wireless keyboards made by eight different companies suffer from a vulnerability that can allow attackers to eavesdrop on keystrokes from up to 250 feet away, researchers warned Tuesday. If exploited, the vulnerability, dubbed KeySniffer, could let an attacker glean passwords, credit card numbers, security questions and answers — essentially anything typed on a keyboard, in clear text. … [Link]

Popular Science » Why This Climate Change Scientist Still Has Hope

Tuesday 26 July 21:16:45 UTC 2016

Environment Even in the face of dire changes and denial "Having been at many faculty meetings, I can tell you that it is well-nigh impossible to get 97 percent of scientists to agree to a simple coffee break, much less an… [Link]

Mashable » Apple boringly makes $7.8 billion in a few months

Tuesday 26 July 21:13:20 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157429%2fiphonesFeed-tw Feed-fbIf a company could ever generate $7.8 billion of profit in three months and make it seem like no big deal, it's Apple. The company pretty casually beat all expectations for its fiscal third quarter, announcing on Tuesday that it sold 40.4 million iPhones and generated sales of $42.36 billion.  Just another quarter for Apple, which has come under fire recently … [Link]

Mashable » Cocaine and kidnappings: The Rio Olympics look more screwed than ever

Tuesday 26 July 20:59:11 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157486%2f87ced399a38b4f7ba76273b7c400aac2Feed-tw Feed-fbBaggies of cocaine branded with the Olympics' interlocking rings. A sports magnate's mother-in-law kidnapped for $36 million in ransom. More than half the buildings in the athletes' village yet to pass safety tests.  With less than two weeks before the 2016 Olympics begin, reports out of Rio de Janeiro make the chaotic host city look less prepared than ever.  We've long … [Link]

WIRED » Rey Was Comic-Con’s New Favorite Cosplay, and We’re Loving It

Tuesday 26 July 20:58:30 UTC 2016

Rey Was Comic-Con’s New Favorite Cosplay, and We’re Loving ItThere were Reys all over Comic-Con this year—so we started to ask them why she was so popular. The post Rey Was Comic-Con’s New Favorite Cosplay, and We’re Loving It appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

Mashable » Don't worry, everyone: This town finally found its giant rubber ducky

Tuesday 26 July 20:45:23 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157360%2fduck_missingFeed-tw Feed-fbThe town of Clinton, New Jersey, had a problem. Its giant, inflatable rubber duck, a crucial part of its annual rubber ducky race, had gone missing. While one might assume a giant floating duck would be hard to miss, it was gone for nearly a week before it was finally recovered in the trash. Fortunately, all experts point to the rubber … [Link]

Mashable » 'Carpool Karaoke' will debut on Apple Music

Tuesday 26 July 20:38:45 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157473%2fgettyimages-578535746Feed-tw Feed-fbCBS’ anticipated Carpool Karaoke spinoff is headed to Apple Music. The streaming platform, which costs $10 per month, will be the global home for the series, based on the popular segment on The Late Late Show with James Corden. Corden is the series creator and will serve as an executive producer, however a new host will be selected to helm the … [Link]

Slashdot » Chinese Giant LeEco Buys Vizio For $2 Billion, Gets Instant Foothold In US Market

Tuesday 26 July 20:35:00 UTC 2016

Chinese electronics conglomerate LeEco is purchasing American TV manufacturer Vizio for $2 billion, the company announced at a press conference in China on Tuesday. The announcement effectively gives LeEco, formerly known as LeTV, an instant foothold in the U.S. television market. For a refresh, for those who haven't heard much about LeEco, it's one of China's biggest electronics companies. Founded … [Link]

Mashable » These celebs fired up the Democratic convention on its opening day

Tuesday 26 July 20:26:08 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15695%2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f157134_2fsitethumb1__16_Feed-tw Feed-fbThe kick off of the Democratic National Convention included not only some of the biggest names in the political arena, but also some of the biggest names in Hollywood.  Several women spoke in support of Hillary ClintonSarah Silverman called "Bernie or Bust" voters "ridiculous," Demi Lovato spoke on mental health and Eva Longoria responded to some of Republican presidential nominee Donald … [Link]

Popular Science » A New York Restaurant Is The First To Serve 'Bloody' Veggie Burgers

Tuesday 26 July 20:23:25 UTC 2016

Science It's made from the stuff that makes blood tasty A New York restaurant is serving a meat-free burger… [Link]

Mashable » Lorde's Uber driver tells her about the joy of meeting celebrities other than Lorde

Tuesday 26 July 20:18:59 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157479%2f93d561b4140e479b94daecdbbfd2d04bFeed-tw Feed-fbLorde’s Uber driver was really pumped to be driving a celebrity client. No, he wasn't excited about Lorde, but rather whoever happened to be in the car just before the two-time Grammy winner. Yes, the driver made sure to brag about the glow of being around famous people to one of Taylor Swift's besties.  SEE ALSO: Lorde had celebrities sign her … [Link]

Mashable » This stunning photo exhibition showcases the beauty of Sikhs and turbans

Tuesday 26 July 20:03:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157438%2fharmandeep_singhFeed-tw Feed-fbIn the past year alone, Sikhs have made headlines across the world.  There was the first U.S. army officer who fought to be allowed to wear a turban under his helmet. Then there was Waris Ahluwalia, a New Yorker who was stopped at an airport because he refused to unravel his hair for authorities.  Image: Amit and Naroop/The Sikh CoalitionAnd now, … [Link]

Mashable » Someone painted a Russian statue to look like a giant Poké Ball

Tuesday 26 July 20:01:09 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157431%2fpokeballFeed-tw Feed-fbOkay, world, this Pokémon Go obsession has gone far enough. The game is causing accidents, shootings, international incidents and, now, the transformation of a monument in Russia. SEE ALSO: Man playing 'Pokemon Go' gets lured into a pond Specifically, a giant granite ball near the theatre in the city of Yekaterinburg has been painted to look like a giant Poké Ball. … [Link]

Slashdot » Motorola Confirms That It Will Not Commit To Monthly Security Patches

Tuesday 26 July 19:55:00 UTC 2016

If you are planning to purchase the Moto Z or a Moto G4 smartphone, be prepared to not see security updates rolling out to your phone every month — and in a timely fashion. After Ars Technica called out Motorola's security policy as "unacceptable" and "insecure," in a recent review, the company tried to handle the PR disaster, but later … [Link]

Popular Science » Possible New Whale Species Discovered In Pacific Ocean

Tuesday 26 July 19:46:53 UTC 2016

Animals A story of a corpse, a Japanese legend, and misidentified displays Since the 1940s, Japanese whalers spoke of a rare whale variety, a smaller and darker version of the Baird’s beaked whale. They called the animals “karasu,” or raven,… [Link]

Mashable » Dad behind the USA Freedom Kids is now suing Donald Trump

Tuesday 26 July 19:40:48 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157327%2fscreen_shot_2016-07-26_at_11.33.04Feed-tw Feed-fbRemember the USA Freedom Kids? Those bumptious tweens with the inane tune about how great Donald Trump is? The ones in the star-spangled dresses who went viral after performing for Trump supporters in Pensacola, Florida, in January, and who said that "enemies of freedom face the music … President Donald Trump knows how to make America great again?" Turns out their … [Link]

Mashable » 'Star Trek's' Nichelle Nichols set for 'The Young and the Restless'

Tuesday 26 July 19:30:03 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157373%2f2c9d4307f189480c9ca09591e691585fFeed-tw Feed-fbStar Trek icon Nichelle Nichols has been cast on The Young and the Restless, Mashable can exclusively reveal.  Nichols will portray Lucinda, a character who shares an "emotional connection" to a main cast member, CBS teases.  SEE ALSO: William Shatner to beam in for 'Star Trek' at Comic-Con "I'm thrilled and honored to be a member of the cast of this historic moment … [Link]

Mashable » Climate 'calamities' boost risk of armed conflicts in ethnically divided countries

Tuesday 26 July 19:28:13 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157165%2f12eb380b810e412cb59bb95a05e58d69Feed-tw Feed-fbDrought, heat waves and other climate-related disasters may be fueling armed conflicts in countries where ethnic groups are sharply divided, scientists in Germany said. In North and Central Africa, Central Asia and other ethnically fractionalized regions, nearly a quarter of recent conflicts coincided with devastating climate events, according to a study published this week in the journal Proceedings of the U.S. … [Link]

Mashable » The long journey your blood takes after you donate

Tuesday 26 July 19:27:54 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15701%2fa03c8632060041a09d4cf3c9ddde1433Feed-tw Feed-fb If you have ever wondered about the journey your blood takes after it gets sucked out of your body, this video gives you a behind-the-scenes look. Even if you haven't wondered such things, it is still pretty interesting.  The detailed journey from one body to the next body makes you realize how much work goes in to the simple — … [Link]

Popular Science » Swedish Man Builds Flying Chair With Eight Rotors

Tuesday 26 July 19:27:18 UTC 2016

Aviation A rideable multicopter The Swedish maker behind the “amazingdiyprojects” Youtube channel built himself an eight-engined platform that flies. [Link]

Mashable » Watch out Samsung! China's LeEco is coming for you with Vizio buyout.

Tuesday 26 July 19:21:54 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157328%2fviziotvFeed-tw Feed-fbIf you've never heard of LeEco, now is a good time to become familiar with it.  The Chinese company that has been called the "Netflix of China" has a foothold in multiple industries such as video streaming, consumer electronics and automobiles. And in a joint announcement Tuesday, LeEco said it would acquire Vizio for $2 billion. SEE ALSO: Vizio Wins 4K … [Link]

Mashable » Hold up, how are these twinsies photos of Beyoncé and Blue Ivy real?

Tuesday 26 July 19:20:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15703%2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f157377_2f4269640da7874d80b9721e79c1e83e08Feed-tw Feed-fbBeyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter, how dare you? Queen Bey posed with her little honeybee, Blue Ivy, in matching Gucci for a little photoshoot in front of the Eiffel Tower, and it is beyond precious. SEE ALSO: Yes, Beyoncé’s mom also listens to Beyoncé when she has a tough day Please note the bees mixed into the floral pattern. Image: beyonce.com Image: beyonce.com … [Link]

Mashable » The bloody veggie burger can finally be yours

Tuesday 26 July 19:13:08 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157160%2fbf75b585225a4585b8fef392f66d5b3bFeed-tw Feed-fbThe Impossible Burger has all the elements of a good cheeseburger. It features a soft bun, fresh toppings, melted cheese and, of course, a browned-on-the-outside, pink-on-the-inside hamburger patty. It's virtually indistinguishable from every other cheeseburger, save one key difference: A distinct lack of animal meat.  Now this famously bloody veggie burger is coming to the mainstream for both vegetarians and meat-eaters … [Link]

Mashable » Why a 23-year-old needs to start saving for retirement

Tuesday 26 July 19:09:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f149603%2f5d51750ea73e427b8aec4f44005a6030Feed-tw Feed-fbCongrats! You're 23 years old and you have your first real job.  On the downside, you now work long hours, wear uncomfortable shoes all day and can't take naps. Even worse, your paychecks get divided pretty evenly between rent, food and student loan payments.  Understandably, you haven't bothered to start a retirement fund yet — you're only 23! You have 39 … [Link]

Slashdot » Slashdot Asks: What's Next For Netflix?

Tuesday 26 July 19:01:24 UTC 2016

What does the future hold for Netflix? The company first earned a name for itself over a decade ago renting DVDs via mails in an era when Blockbuster used to laugh at the mere idea of DVDs-by-mail. It then moved to offering online streaming service way before most of the companies. As VC and former journalist MG Siegler writes, Netflix … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Hacker Downloads Twitter's Entire Vine Source Code

Tuesday 26 July 19:01:13 UTC 2016

Twitter recently reported that Avicoder, security researcher, discovered a security flaw within Twitter's Vine code that allowed for the download of Vine's entire source code. At the heart of the vulnerability is the Docker setup Twitter used to manage the Vine account. [Link]

Mashable » Tesla driver killed in Autopilot crash was speeding, report says

Tuesday 26 July 19:00:26 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157241%2fap_16208648912201Feed-tw Feed-fbJoshua Brown, the Tesla driver who on May 7 died in a crash in Florida while the car's Autopilot was engaged was speeding, according to a National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) preliminary report. SEE ALSO: Tesla is the only carmaker beta testing 'autopilot' tech, and that's a problem This revelation may not surprise many people. The Model S is often … [Link]

Mashable » Say farewell to the Philae comet lander using #GoodbyePhilae

Tuesday 26 July 18:52:13 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157178%2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f3524_2fphilaeFeed-tw Feed-fbOn Wednesday, Europe's Philae lander will come to the official end of its long goodbye from the surface of its comet speeding toward the distant reaches of our solar system. The Rosetta orbiter — circling Comet 67P — will stop listening out for Philae on the comet's surface on Wednesday, when mission controllers turn off Rosetta's instrument designed to receive a … [Link]

Popular Science » Most Americans Are Still Wary Of Becoming Superhumans

Tuesday 26 July 18:48:38 UTC 2016

Health Gene editing, brain implants, and synthetic blood transfusions all raise concerns in a new poll A recent poll of Americans out today by the Pew Research Center, shows that in light of these new tools, Americans as a whole are still fairly concerned and wary about… [Link]

Slashdot » Obama Creates a Color-Coded Cyber Threat 'Schema' After the DNC Hack

Tuesday 26 July 18:44:00 UTC 2016

The White House on Tuesday issued new instructions on how government agencies should respond to major cyber security attacks, in an attempt to combat perceptions that the Obama administration has been sluggish in addressing threats from sophisticated hacking adversaries, Reuters reports. The announcement comes amid reports that hackers working for Russia may have engineered the leak of emails stolen from … [Link]

Mashable » 9 music videos that the VMAs overlooked

Tuesday 26 July 18:39:33 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157137%2fgrimes.kill.maimFeed-tw Feed-fbThe nominees for the 2016 Video Music Awards are officially here, with Beyoncé in the lead with 11 nominations for her stunning visual album Lemonade.  And while, yes, Lemonade is a masterpiece, there were plenty of other eligible music videos that got no love from voters this year. Here's just a few that they forgot this year.  SEE ALSO: VMAs 2016: … [Link]

Popular Science » Nintendo's Newest Console Allows At-Home And On-The-Go Gaming

Tuesday 26 July 18:32:00 UTC 2016

Entertainment What’s NX-t for Nintendo? Nintendo’s next console, the Nintendo NX, will be a portable gaming system with detachable controllers. [Link]

Mashable » Chinese teenagers are spending less on smartphones

Tuesday 26 July 18:28:43 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156999%2fgettyimages-464676035Feed-tw Feed-fbWhile the average Chinese shopper is becoming more carefree when it’s time to buy a new phone, China’s teens are counting their pennies a lot more carefully. Most Chinese teens have smartphones that cost up to $130. That’s in contrast to adults, about 51 percent of whom have phones that cost from $150 to $450, according to data released this week … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Bye bye Philae! Comet team to lose touch with lander for good

Tuesday 26 July 18:22:22 UTC 2016

The intrepid comet lander is finally going quiet – but you will have a chance to pay your respects [Link]

WIRED » Every One of Us Can Struggle With Food—But Solutions Are Coming

Tuesday 26 July 18:20:35 UTC 2016

Every One of Us Can Struggle With Food—But Solutions Are ComingAll of us face some form of food struggle—how to eat pleasurably, ethically, and healthfully. WIRED is here to help. The post Every One of Us Can Struggle With Food—But Solutions Are Coming appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

Mashable » Eager hawk makes surprise guest appearance on weather cam

Tuesday 26 July 18:20:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15693%2fscreen_shot_2016-07-26_at_1.39.54_pmFeed-tw Feed-fb Behold, a hawk trying to figure out what a camera is. The bird, known affectionately as "Mr. Hawk," dropped by a local weather cam in Lincoln, Nebraska, which makes sense, because he appears to be pursuing a career in meteorology. Or maybe he's trying to deliver a secret message. If that's the case, sorry, Mr. Hawk. The sound is off. … [Link]

Mashable » Famed TV psychic Miss Cleo reportedly dead at 53

Tuesday 26 July 18:17:14 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157126%2fgettyimages-112870965Feed-tw Feed-fbYouree Harris — better known as TV psychic Miss Cleo in '90s commercials — has died at 53 following a cancer battle, TMZ reports. Harris passed away Tuesday morning in Florida.  Check out one of her famous "Call me now!" commercial below. In 2014, Harris opened up to Vice about her experience. "I was doing television, they had me touring everywhere, … [Link]

Mashable » VMAs 2016: And the nominees are…

Tuesday 26 July 18:15:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156089%2fadele_beyonce_nominationsFeed-tw Feed-fbThe fight for the Moonman is officially on. MTV has officially announced the nominees for the 2016 Video Music Awards, and to the surprise of no one who experienced the beautiful spectacle that is Lemonade, Beyoncé leads the pack with a career-best 11 nominations. Close behind is Adele with eight. SEE ALSO: Beyoncé set to slay the Emmys with four nominations … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Deepest-ever reef survey by divers discovers new fish species

Tuesday 26 July 18:11:39 UTC 2016

Two marine biologists beat the record for the deepest underwater survey carried out by human divers, investigating a little-studied ecosystem full of new species [Link]

Popular Science » Newly Discovered Spider Silk Properties Are Soundly Promising

Tuesday 26 July 18:10:46 UTC 2016

Science Spider silk may inspire better semiconductors Spider-silk, spider-silk, does what semiconductors will. [Link]

Slashdot » 'DNC Hacker' Unmasked: He Really Works for Russia, Researchers Say

Tuesday 26 July 18:04:00 UTC 2016

The hacker who claimed to compromise the DNC swore he was Romanian, but new investigation shows he worked directly for Russia President Vladimir Putin's government in Moscow. The Daily Beast reports: The hacker who claims to have stolen emails from the Democratic National Committee and provided them to WikiLeaks is actually an agent of the Russian government and part of … [Link]

WIRED » Facebook Frees Its VR Camera to Push 360 Video Everywhere

Tuesday 26 July 18:00:52 UTC 2016

Facebook Frees Its VR Camera to Push 360 Video EverywhereFacebook envisions a day when anyone can broadcast a VR version of their lives right in the moment. But getting there will take a whole lot of cameras. The post Facebook Frees Its VR Camera to Push 360 Video Everywhere appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

New Scientist – News » Missing craters on Ceres may have been smoothed by a mud facial

Tuesday 26 July 18:00:49 UTC 2016

Ceres has surprisingly few large craters for a dwarf planet located in an asteroid belt, but its muddy composition could have wiped away the biggest impacts [Link]

New Scientist – News » Dolly the sheep’s poor health may not have been due to cloning

Tuesday 26 July 18:00:42 UTC 2016

Four sheep cloned from the same animal as Dolly are all in good health at the age of 9, suggesting Dolly’s osteoarthritis may not have been caused by cloning [Link]

Mashable » 'Overwatch' hero spotlight: How to suck less with Reinhardt

Tuesday 26 July 18:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f144194%2foverwatch-guide-rein-02Feed-tw Feed-fb  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 » Brand new Peanut M&M's flavor is sure to delight caffeine lovers

Tuesday 26 July 17:46:17 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f157047%2fcoffee_nut_bagFeed-tw Feed-fbGreat ideas often start with coffee, and this is no exception.  Thanks to a 2015 campaign which allowed fans to choose their dream Peanut M&M flavor, Mars, Inc. is giving the beloved candy classic a twist by introducing a brand new Coffee Nut flavor. SEE ALSO: More than 680 people are on the waiting list for these rosé gummy bears Fans … [Link]

Mashable » Mariah Carey wisely demands Mariah Carey music as she dines

Tuesday 26 July 17:45:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156981%2f229da4ac8b2241378c8f2cf802988febFeed-tw Feed-fbSensible woman Mariah Carey will not settle for anything less than a constant soundtrack of Mariah Carey music.  According to Page Six, just before Carey and her fiancé, Australian billionaire James Packer, entered a restaurant in Capri, Italy, the sounds of her very own heavenly vocals erupted through the previously quiet fine dining establishment. “She literally had an entrance song,” marveled … [Link]

Geek Culture » Who knew dissolving pills were so cool?

Tuesday 26 July 17:38:42 UTC 2016

via LaughingSquid! [Link]

Mashable » Overtime app helps users find (or become) the highlight reel

Tuesday 26 July 17:29:48 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f154221%2f1a67553d71734edab62b993ff9d6a583Feed-tw Feed-fbIf b-ball is life, Dan Porter wants you to live yours to the fullest.  Porter, the original CEO of mobile gaming company OMGPOP and creator of Draw Something, is the man behind Overtime, an app that features highlights of amateur basketball action from all over the country — and lets users upload their own. Launched in 2015, Overtime was the result … [Link]

Mashable » Netflix to bring 'Panama Papers' to life with new feature film

Tuesday 26 July 17:27:32 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156931%2fgettyimages-543408440Feed-tw Feed-fbNetflix is looking for its Spotlight. The Los Gatos-based streaming service announced Tuesday that it is tackling the definitive story behind The Panama Papers, which some deem the biggest leak in the history of journalism. The leak released 2.6 terabytes of data in 11.5 million documents tracking billions of dollars over almost 40 years. In the process, world leaders, athletes and … [Link]

Mashable » Long-legged bird in Photoshop battle is having a doozy of a day

Tuesday 26 July 17:27:28 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156891%2fstretchy_birdFeed-tw Feed-fbSometimes you need a good reason to Photoshop something. But when it's a photo of an exceedingly ridiculous bird, "good reason" flies out the window. And that didn't stop Photoshop Battles on Reddit from taking in this bird with a seemingly small body, enormous legs and a slightly miffed expression on its face. Things only got more ridiculous from there. SEE … [Link]

Slashdot » BlackBerry Says Its New Android Smartphone DTEK 50 Is the 'World's Most Secure'

Tuesday 26 July 17:25:00 UTC 2016

BlackBerry, which once assumed the tentpole position in the mobile market, announced on Tuesday the BlackBerry DTEK 50, its second smartphone powered by Google's Android operating system. The Canadean company is marketing the DTEK as the 'world's most secure' phone. It is priced at $300, and will go on sale in select markets on August 8. The Verge adds:The DTEK50 … [Link]

Mashable » Mila Kunis takes part in grim eating challenge, calmly devours cow's tongue

Tuesday 26 July 17:15:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15688%2fmila_kunis_cows_tongueFeed-tw Feed-fb When he's not busy carpooling with celebrities and singing Beyoncé with the First Lady, James Corden runs a lucrative side-line in celebrity eating challenges. In a hilariously nauseating episode of "Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts" (a Late Late Show game that basically features celebrities choosing whether to answer a revealing question or eat a disgusting food item), Corden … [Link]

Mashable » Determined rescue cat will climb the stairs no matter what it takes

Tuesday 26 July 16:57:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15677%2fstairs_catFeed-tw Feed-fb Scooter the cat is paralyzed. But that doesn't stop her from scooting up the stairs. The determined rescue kitty makes her latest attempt in a new Instagram video — and her resilience is honestly pretty incredible. There better be catnip up there. Matt Damon casually recaps the 'Bourne' series in 90 seconds Sweet puppy turns vicious when human flips him … [Link]

Mashable » Harrison Ford faced 'risk of death' on 'Star Wars' set, UK court rules

Tuesday 26 July 16:49:40 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156885%2fharrison-ford-han-solo-2Feed-tw Feed-fbThe automatic door malfunction on the set of Star Wars: The Force Awakens that left actor Harrison Ford with a broken leg — among other injuries — and an extended recovery vacation could have been a lot worse. The Disney-owned Foodles Production, which built the hydraulic door that caused the accident, pled guilty to two charges of broken health and safety … [Link]

Mashable » This 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' character looks set to be an unlikely star

Tuesday 26 July 16:40:48 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156946%2fscorpius_malfoy_hp_cursed_childFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — In the run-up to the first public showings of the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child play this Sunday (not to mention the world-wide release of the script), wizarding-based excitement levels are reaching fever pitch. At the request of J.K. Rowling herself people are staying tight-lipped about spoilers, but from the looks of the first reviews there is a … [Link]

Mashable » Billboard offers to give Americans exactly what they need

Tuesday 26 July 16:40:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15662%2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f156803_2fdpgruogp9iprnacqj_ks7kaxysgeuf19mbuxjzfkbu0Feed-tw Feed-fbAs the 2016 Presidential election continues to unravel, many Americans are struggling to accept candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton and voicing a desire to flee the country and move to Canada. Reddit user haljackey shared a photograph that shows one Charleston, South Carolina, real estate company responding to Americans' cries for help with a very blunt billboard. SEE ALSO: Dating … [Link]

Slashdot » Notorious Group OurMine Hacks TechCrunch

Tuesday 26 July 16:40:00 UTC 2016

Prominent technology blog TechCrunch — which is often cited on Slashdot — has become the latest victim of the OurMine hacking group. The notorious group gained access to Seattle-based writer Devin Coldewey's account, and posted the following message earlier today: "Hello Guys, don't worry we are just testing techcrunch security, we didn't change any passwords, please contact us." The post … [Link]

Mashable » You're not eating what you think you're eating

Tuesday 26 July 16:38:32 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156745%2fgettyimages-123304380Feed-tw Feed-fbThe last thing you want to hear as lift your morning cup of joe to your exhausted and grouchy lips is, "Do you know you are probably drinking roasted twigs?" SEE ALSO: 9 foods trying really hard to be sushi Counterfeit food is no joke and if you aren't vigilant you could find yourself with a mouthful of wood, or worse.  … [Link]

Mashable » BlackBerry unveils the DTEK50, its thinnest device ever

Tuesday 26 July 16:37:25 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156930%2fneon_angle1_onwhite_revFeed-tw Feed-fbBlackBerry is not done with handsets, yet. On Tuesday, the once-dominant cellphone manufacturer delivered its thinnest BlackBerry device to date, the DTEK50. The name is significant, since DTEK also applies to the BlackBerry's security watchdog software that we first encountered on the admirable, but too-expensive Priv.  The 7.4-millimeter, 5.2-inch, Android-based DTEK50 is, accoridng to BlackBerry, built for security. It offers full-data … [Link]

Mashable » Twitter awards $10,080 to hacker for discovering security flaw in Vine

Tuesday 26 July 16:30:33 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156743%2fap_982124641569Feed-tw Feed-fbTwitter has awarded an Indian white-hat hacker $10,080 (Rs 6,80,000) for discovering a security flaw in Vine, its short-form video platform. The hacker, Avinash Singh, was able to use the exploit to access the service's source code.  SEE ALSO: India leads Facebook's Bug Bounty with highest awards and participation Singh reported the issue to Twitter in March. Soon after, the company … [Link]

Mashable » Miley Cyrus possibly Instagrammed evidence that she married Liam Hemsworth

Tuesday 26 July 16:19:17 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156923%2f7948faa8a9c94fe3b3af4bea7875bca7Feed-tw Feed-fbMiley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth met on the set of a Nicholas Sparks movie, and since then, their love has had all the twists and turns of a Sparksian romance, including a broken engagement and reunion. Now, based on Instagram, it seems like they may have finally tied the knot. Miley shared a shot of herself — tongue out — wearing … [Link]

Popular Science » Harmful Bacteria May Hitch A Sea Cruise On Microplastic Particles

Tuesday 26 July 16:14:57 UTC 2016

Environment A possible intercontinental vector for disease A new study published in the journal Marine Environmental Research has found that some microplastics may be a home for hitchhikers of a hurtful variety. [Link]

Mashable » Kelly Clarkson schooled a Twitter troll after Michelle Obama's Democratic convention speech

Tuesday 26 July 16:13:39 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156924%2fkellyFeed-tw Feed-fbLike many, Kelly Clarkson had many feelings after Michelle Obama's inspiring speech during the Democratic National Convention.  "That was amazing!!" the singer tweeted.  SEE ALSO: Michelle Obama's Democratic convention speech probably made your mom text you But someone had problem with the speech and responded to Clarkson's enthusiasm with some criticism of the fact FLOTUS shared that every day she wakes … [Link]

Mashable » President Obama loved Michelle's DNC speech even more than you did

Tuesday 26 July 16:04:40 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156928%2f151f8c945e524222a526528dfe61907aFeed-tw Feed-fbIf you didn't watch Michelle Obama's Democratic National Convention speech yet, grab a box of tissues and do so here. After watching, keep a strong hold on that box of tissues, because her husband President Barack Obama tweeted his beautiful reaction to her incredible and moving speech. SEE ALSO: Michelle Obama's Democratic convention speech probably made your mom text you "Incredible … [Link]

Popular Science » This Is What Humans Would Look Like If We Could Withstand Car Wrecks

Tuesday 26 July 16:02:23 UTC 2016

Science We talked to the artist who created the car wreck survivalist, Graham Humans really aren’t built to survive car crashes. This guy is. [Link]

Slashdot » Pop Star Tells Fans To Send Their Twitter Passwords, But It Might Be Illegal

Tuesday 26 July 16:00:00 UTC 2016

Cyrus Farivar, reporting for Ars Technica: As a new way to connect with his fans, Jack Johnson — one half of the pop-rap duo Jack & Jack, not to be confused with the laid back Hawaiian singer-songwriter of the same name — has spent the last month soliciting social media passwords. Using the hashtag #HackedByJohnson, the performer has tweeted at … [Link]

Mashable » Apple Music videos no longer use up your data, if you're on T-Mobile

Tuesday 26 July 15:57:04 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156837%2fapplemusicFeed-tw Feed-fbT-Mobile’s Binge On service, which excludes certain video services from counting toward a user's monthly data plan, now includes music videos from Apple Music. In a blog post on Tuesday, T-Mobile CEO and president John Legere announced Apple's music streaming service along with a dozen additional video services including ABC, DISH Anywhere, Nat Geo TV and Fox Now are now a … [Link]

Popular Science » Amazon Will 'Immediately' Begin Testing Delivery Drones In The U.K.

Tuesday 26 July 15:54:15 UTC 2016

Aviation Still waiting for laws to change in the United States Amazon test drones UK… [Link]

Mashable » Kind waiter helps mother feed sick baby at restaurant

Tuesday 26 July 15:48:18 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156817%2f8501c014a4fd4e43baadaeb58f4fa452Feed-tw Feed-fbThe internet is shedding collective happy tears over a kind waiter who helped comfort a stressed-out family this week. Dallas French and her family headed to a local Olive Garden on Sunday after spending the day at the Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock. Her 6-month-old daughter, Ellee, had tested positive for E. coli, and the whole family was drained and … [Link]

Mashable » Venmo's in-app purchases are now available to everyone

Tuesday 26 July 15:45:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156272%2fvenmo-iapFeed-tw Feed-fbYou’ll soon be able to use Venmo for much more than just paying friends. Nearly six months after taking its first steps to expand beyond person-to-person payments, Paypal-owned Venmo is now opening up its in-app purchase abilities to all its users. Beginning Wednesday, users will be able to make purchases within nearly a dozen apps using their existing Venmo accounts.  SEE … [Link]

Mashable » Millennials, rejoice: Your dog can now take and text you selfies

Tuesday 26 July 15:33:03 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15573%2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f156433_2fscreen_shot_2016-07-25_at_9.47.11_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbSaying goodbye to your pet when you leave for work is always hard, but what if your best bud could send you selfies while you're gone?  The makers of too much time on their hands the cloud communications company Twilio bring you the Arduino Yun-powered box that will let your dog text you selfies. We caught up with Greg Baugues, a … [Link]

Mashable » Sweet puppy turns vicious when human flips him off

Tuesday 26 July 15:32:43 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15659%2fdogfingerFeed-tw Feed-fb No one likes being flipped the bird. Joey the dog hates it so much that whenever his human raises his middle finger, the sweet pup turns vicious – he growls and pounces at his human. To be fair, Joey is so adorable that we can't imagine he'd ever do anything to deserve being flipped off. Margot Robbie was also hella … [Link]

Popular Science » A Sweet (Smelling) Bed Bug Control Option

Tuesday 26 July 15:31:00 UTC 2016

From Our Blogs: Under The Microscope There may be a way to trap bed bugs using their own pheromones Researchers have unveiled a way to gather bedbugs using natural chemicals produced by the insects themselves. [Link]

Mashable » German Shepherd would rather fetch something much bigger than a ball

Tuesday 26 July 15:23:23 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156802%2fa8a59e82c11a43899b662b16df9c0456Feed-tw Feed-fbTwo brothers are giving "fetch" a whole new meaning. Instead of fetching a ball or stick, one German Shephard dutifully and lovingly fetches another. SEE ALSO: Nora the rescue puppy loves napping with her baby brother When the human of two adorable German Shepherds tells pup Luke, "Go get your brother!" he trots away and returns, guiding his older brother Jack … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Whooping crane recovery puts human chick ‘parents’ out of a job

Tuesday 26 July 15:23:17 UTC 2016

Humans in costume reared captive chicks and flew in light aircraft to guide the cranes' migration, but now the population has grown it's back to nature's way [Link]

Slashdot » Steam On Windows 10 Will Get 'Progressively Worse': Gears of War Developer

Tuesday 26 July 15:20:00 UTC 2016

Microsoft's Universal Windows Platform, or UWP, approach isn't sitting well with many game developers. Four months after criticising UWP ecosystem for being a walled-garden, curtailing "users' freedom to install full-featured PC software, and subverting the rights of developers and publishers to maintain a direct relationship with their customers," Tim Sweeney, co-founder of Epic Games, the studio behind the Gears of … [Link]

Popular Science » A Shape-Changing Shirt Displays How Your Workout Is Going

Tuesday 26 July 15:01:54 UTC 2016

Gadgets Second skin shows what's within In the future, gym rats might brag about how their workout is going not with numbers on a treadmill, but by revealing a colorful display on their shirts. German… [Link]

WIRED » How to Unlock Your Phone’s Trusty Call-Blocking Powers

Tuesday 26 July 15:00:44 UTC 2016

How to Unlock Your Phone’s Trusty Call-Blocking PowersReject robo-calls with your phone's built-in call blocking powers. The post How to Unlock Your Phone’s Trusty Call-Blocking Powers appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

Mashable » Apple may have big plans for its Pencil stylus and Macs, new patent reveals

Tuesday 26 July 14:58:49 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156788%2fapplepencil-nextgen-patent-usptoFeed-tw Feed-fbTimes have most definitely changed. Steve Jobs famously said: "If you see a stylus, they blew it." With the release of the iPad Pro and Apple Pencil last year, Apple walked back on its stance on the stylus. A new patent filed in 2014, but only made public recently (via Patently Apple), suggests Apple may have bigger plans for the Apple … [Link]

Mashable » How to teach your dog to take selfies… and text them to you

Tuesday 26 July 14:54:42 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15572%2fyoutube-thumb-no-youtubejpgFeed-tw Feed-fb When life gives you technology and a very cute puppy… you teach your furry friend how to text selfies to you, of course.  The makers of cloud communications company Twilio created a box, powered by an Arduino Yún, that will let your dog send you selfies. SEE ALSO: 10 times parents did the most awkward things on Snapchat and Facebook … [Link]

Mashable » Winning big prizes is nice, but sponsorships pay the bills in esports

Tuesday 26 July 14:51:52 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156761%2fcokkaskvmaamzp2Feed-tw Feed-fbPlaying esports for a living doesn't come without its costs; teams can't just rely on tournament prizes to keep food on their tables and roofs over their heads. That's what sponsors are for. SEE ALSO: The esports industry is estimated to be worth almost $900 million As teams start getting their names on leaderboards and making regular appearances at well-watched tournaments, … [Link]

Slashdot » 54C Recorded In Kuwait Likely Hottest On Record In Asia

Tuesday 26 July 14:40:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes from an Associated Press report: The UN weather agency said it suspects that the 54C temperature recorded in Kuwait has set a record for the eastern hemisphere. The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) said Tuesday it is setting up a committee to look into whether the temperature recorded last Thursday in Mitrabah, Kuwait, was a new high … [Link]

New Scientist – News » New Zealand to wipe out all rats as part of alien eradication

Tuesday 26 July 14:33:37 UTC 2016

The country’s prime minister calls the NZ$28 million venture to wipe out rats, stoats and possums by 2050 the most ambitious conservation project ever attempted [Link]

WIRED » Radio Hack Steals Keystrokes from Millions of Wireless Keyboards

Tuesday 26 July 14:30:16 UTC 2016

Radio Hack Steals Keystrokes from Millions of Wireless KeyboardsEight different wireless keyboards entirely lack encryption, according to security researchers, leaving them open to long distance keystroke spying. The post Radio Hack Steals Keystrokes from Millions of Wireless Keyboards appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

WIRED » Hacking Game Quadrilateral Cowboy Is a Bit Messy, But You Won’t Forget It

Tuesday 26 July 14:00:55 UTC 2016

Hacking Game Quadrilateral Cowboy Is a Bit Messy, But You Won’t Forget ItThe new PC game "Quadrilateral Cowboy" is a love letter to '80s cyberpunk and collaborative creation. The post Hacking Game Quadrilateral Cowboy Is a Bit Messy, But You Won’t Forget It appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

Slashdot » Slashdot Asks: What's Next For Netflix?

Tuesday 26 July 14:00:00 UTC 2016

What does the future hold for Netflix? The company first earned a name for itself over a decade ago renting DVDs via mails in an era when Blockbuster used to laugh at the mere idea of DVDs-by-mail. It then moved to offering online streaming service way before most of the companies. As VC and former journalist MG Siegler writes, Netflix … [Link]

Mashable » This heartwarming message of post-Brexit unity will make you smile

Tuesday 26 July 13:55:36 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156731%2fimmigrantsFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — A heartwarming message of inclusiveness and unity has gone viral in the midst of a wave of post-Brexit racism and increased reports of hate crimes.  SEE ALSO: Brexit referendum led to 42% spike in racist incidents, police say Reddit user hereff posted an image of the message with the comment, "As an immigrant in London, this means a lot … [Link]

Mashable » Google's Nexus phones will now warn you about spam calls

Tuesday 26 July 13:52:17 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156755%2f6f9503c477c6467a80c74338f40e7e08Feed-tw Feed-fbRemember how bad spam was before the advent of Gmail? Google's free webmail service and its filters reduced spam emails from a menace to a mild nuisance; now, spammy calls might soon also be a thing of the past.  On Monday, Google announced its Google Phone app — available on Nexus and Android One devices — will start warning users about … [Link]

Popular Science » The Ghostbusters' Proton Packs Get A Makeover

Tuesday 26 July 13:41:29 UTC 2016

DIY How the new movie redesigned an iconic prop The new Ghostbusters reboot features some redesigned proton packs. This is how they were made. [Link]

Mashable » Samantha Bee completely roasted ousted Fox News CEO Roger Ailes

Tuesday 26 July 13:30:16 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15652%2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f156756_2fsamantha-beeFeed-tw Feed-fb After Roger Ailes — former chairman and CEO of Fox News — quit last week following several allegations of sexual harassment from Fox News host Gretchen Carlson and other employees, Samantha Bee swooped in to share her thoughts. The Full Frontal host didn't hold back a bit and immediately congratulated Ailes on "finally achieving his ultimate fantasy" of “getting fucked … [Link]

Mashable » 'Marvel: Ultimate Alliance' is out today and it's totally worth playing

Tuesday 26 July 13:26:43 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156742%2fbf150dcc671c4207920e2dc528044ce4Feed-tw Feed-fbMarvel: Ultimate Alliance and its 2009 sequel are both coming to PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on Tuesday. If that matters little to you then you're either not a fan — OK, that's fine — or Ultimate Alliance is old enough that you don't know what it is. SEE ALSO: 'Inhumans vs. X-Men' is the next major Marvel Comics battle … [Link]

WIRED » How to Turn Google Into the Best To-Do App Ever

Tuesday 26 July 13:00:57 UTC 2016

How to Turn Google Into the Best To-Do App EverAll you need to get more done is the apps you almost certainly already use. The post How to Turn Google Into the Best To-Do App Ever appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

WIRED » Hear Us Out: You Can Totally Make a Latte Without Milk

Tuesday 26 July 13:00:37 UTC 2016

Hear Us Out: You Can Totally Make a Latte Without MilkIf you want a latte without the milk, you should be making it with poop. From bacteria, that is. The post Hear Us Out: You Can Totally Make a Latte Without Milk appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

Mashable » Microsoft Word update will help you write better research papers

Tuesday 26 July 13:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156523%2fresearcher_in_word_2016Feed-tw Feed-fbMicrosoft is giving students a new tool that may make the coming school year a little easier.  The company just introduced a new feature for Word that could make writing research papers a little less painful. Called Researcher, it helps you find and cite sources without ever leaving Word. SEE ALSO: 8 Microsoft Word features that will take you to the … [Link]

Slashdot » AMD Unveils Radeon Pro WX and Pro SSG Professional Graphics Cards

Tuesday 26 July 13:00:00 UTC 2016

MojoKid writes: AMD took the wraps off its latest pro graphics solutions at SIGGRAPH today, and announced three new professional graphics cards in the new Polaris-based Radeon Pro WX Series. The Radeon Pro WX 4100 is the entry-level model with a half-height design for use in small form-factor workstations. The Radeon Pro WX 5100 is the middle child, while the … [Link]

Mashable » Queen Cersei endorses Michelle Obama for President

Tuesday 26 July 12:47:56 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156734%2fcersei_michelle_obama_headerFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — The Queen of the Seven Kingdoms has spoken, and there's only one person she has in mind for the U.S.'s version of the Iron Throne. It's not Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton, either. SEE ALSO: James Corden sang Beyoncé classics with Michelle Obama, as one does On Tuesday morning, following Monday's opening day of the Democratic National Conference — … [Link]

Mashable » Giant mechanical puppet of Cornish miner exists and it's weirdly fantastic

Tuesday 26 July 12:33:05 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156670%2fminer2Feed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — What better way to celebrate a "tinth" anniversay than creating a giant puppet resembling a Cornish miner?  SEE ALSO: This quirky puppet is definitely better at dancing than you Man Engine (that's its name) has embarked on a 130-mile journey across the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the region's UNESCO heritage status.   … [Link]

Mashable » After the sale, what happens to Yahoo's leftovers?

Tuesday 26 July 12:32:14 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156426%2fgettyimages-539566387Feed-tw Feed-fbWhen Verizon announced Monday it was snapping up Yahoo for a cool $4.83 billion, the sale was hailed as the death knell for the early internet, but it also raised questions about the future of some of its properties in the Asia Pacific. The purchase hands Verizon Yahoo's core business, but does not include its minority equity interests in Alibaba and … [Link]

Mashable » Singapore tests out petrol-free future with new, all-electric taxi company

Tuesday 26 July 12:17:36 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156678%2fap_130515110224Feed-tw Feed-fbSINGAPORE — By the start of 2017, 100 electric taxis will run on Singapore's roads, helping the government sort out what the country needs to do for a greener, emissions-free future. The new fleet will be run by a new, sixth cab company here called HDT Singapore Taxi. SEE ALSO: Acura's all-electric NSX concept is more advanced than a Tesla Local … [Link]

Mashable » This naked dating show has sent British people into a meltdown

Tuesday 26 July 12:11:08 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156716%2fnaked_attraction_reactionsFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — Gone are the days of boring, straightforward dating shows where people meet each other for the first time wearing clothes and chat about their hobbies and stuff. Forget about it. That's been done, it's old hat. We need to find a different way. "Modern dating has become a complicated business," says the narrator at the start of new Channel … [Link]

Mashable » The changing face of the Yahoo! homepage, 1996-2006

Tuesday 26 July 12:04:42 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15528%2fyahoothumbFeed-tw Feed-fb1996Image: web.archive.orgVerizon’s $4.83 billion acquisition of Yahoo’s core business, announced today, marks the end of Yahoo’s 22-year run as an independent company.In January 1994, Stanford University graduate students Jerry Yang and David Filo created a hierarchically-organized directory of websites imaginatively called “Jerry and David’s Guide to the World Wide Web.”They renamed the site to Yahoo in April, taking the name from … [Link]

Mashable » Dove's new campaign challenges how the media portrays women in sports

Tuesday 26 July 12:03:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156472%2fdove_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbToo muscular. Too short. Too stocky. Too young-looking. Former gymnast and Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson was called a lot of things by the media in her time as an athlete. Often, few of them had anything to do with her athleticism. Her mother would tell her over and over: "Honey, look at your success. Look how happy you are when … [Link]

WIRED » Star Trek Beyond’s Breakout Star Sofia Boutella Shows Us What’s on Her iPhone

Tuesday 26 July 12:00:58 UTC 2016

Star Trek Beyond’s Breakout Star Sofia Boutella Shows Us What’s on Her iPhoneShe’s apparently a big fan of the Shins. The post Star Trek Beyond's Breakout Star Sofia Boutella Shows Us What’s on Her iPhone appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

WIRED » This Graffiti’s Only an Illusion If You’re in the Right Place

Tuesday 26 July 12:00:31 UTC 2016

This Graffiti’s Only an Illusion If You’re in the Right PlaceIt’s the work of Felice Varini, a vantage-point painter who’s spent nearly 40 years covering buildings in very big optical illusions. The post This Graffiti’s Only an Illusion If You’re in the Right Place appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

WIRED » Plastic Bags Are Horrible. But They Sure Can Be Beautiful

Tuesday 26 July 12:00:18 UTC 2016

Plastic Bags Are Horrible. But They Sure Can Be BeautifulVilde Rolfsen collects plastic sacks and transforms them into stunning mountains, canyons, and rivers. The post Plastic Bags Are Horrible. But They Sure Can Be Beautiful appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

WIRED » You Don’t Like Sharing Your Car. But Can Elon Musk Change Your Mind?

Tuesday 26 July 12:00:17 UTC 2016

You Don’t Like Sharing Your Car. But Can Elon Musk Change Your Mind?Big-time automakers puzzle out the future of ownership. The post You Don't Like Sharing Your Car. But Can Elon Musk Change Your Mind? appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

WIRED » Song Exploder: The Story Behind Band of Horses’ Killer Song ‘Solemn Oath’

Tuesday 26 July 12:00:10 UTC 2016

Song Exploder: The Story Behind Band of Horses’ Killer Song ‘Solemn Oath’In the latest 'Song Exploder' podcast, the band's frontman Ben Bridwell talks about the tough time he had writing the track from Band of Horses' new record. The post Song Exploder: The Story Behind Band of Horses' Killer Song 'Solemn Oath' appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

WIRED » How Queer Scientists Are Shaping Their Future With a Survey

Tuesday 26 July 12:00:03 UTC 2016

How Queer Scientists Are Shaping Their Future With a SurveyWhy are there so few openly queer people in STEM? And what are LGBTQ scientists and their experiences actually like? The post How Queer Scientists Are Shaping Their Future With a Survey appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

Mashable » 7 things you didn't know you agreed to in the terms of service

Tuesday 26 July 12:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f130043%2fgettyimages-200567130-001Feed-tw Feed-fbWhen you download or sign up for any sort of program or service, you have to agree to their terms of service: The wall of text that describes everything you can and cannot do on or with that software. SEE ALSO: Chilling Facebook Live video captures shooting death in Chicago While there are some obvious caveats like "You will not upload … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Mars rover Curiosity gets licence to shoot its laser at will

Tuesday 26 July 11:59:13 UTC 2016

After nearly four years on the Red Planet, the Curiosity rover has received an upgrade from NASA allowing it to use its ChemCam laser without human intervention [Link]

Mashable » Revelation about fish and chip shops might leave you feeling betrayed

Tuesday 26 July 11:59:01 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15641%2fscreen_shot_2016-07-26_at_10.34.59_amFeed-tw Feed-fb ATTENTION BRITS: Without our notice, the time-honoured tradition of fish and chips with malt vinegar has been befouled right beneath our noses — which is odd, given that it's the pungent scent of vinegar where we should have noticed the issue. SEE ALSO: From mac and cheese to mushy peas, tasty deep-fried delicacies across the UK Apparently, the stuff they … [Link]

WIRED » Your Scientific Guide to Eating Like a Good Human in 2016

Tuesday 26 July 11:45:35 UTC 2016

Your Scientific Guide to Eating Like a Good Human in 2016If you care about health, sustainability, and food that actually tastes good, we’re here to help. So relax, pick up your fork, and chow down. The post Your Scientific Guide to Eating Like a Good Human in 2016 appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

Mashable » 1865 ghost photos were even spookier in their original 3D

Tuesday 26 July 11:15:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15411%2fghostthumbFeed-tw Feed-fbImage: London Stereoscopic Company/Getty ImagesThese images of ghastly spirits spooking the wits out of people were created by the London Stereoscopic Company and sold as stereographic cards which, when viewed through a special viewer, became remarkably sharp and eye-popping three-dimensional images.The ghostly figures were achieved using double exposures and other photographic trickery — an impressive level of technical mastery for the still-young medium … [Link]

Mashable » British Council employee under fire for Facebook rant about Prince George's 'white privilege'

Tuesday 26 July 11:13:06 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156682%2fcn9lv1xw8aaa4lkFeed-tw Feed-fbEach round of release of pictures of Prince George is usually met with excitement and joy — not by this woman though.  SEE ALSO: These adorable photos prove that 3-year-old Prince George is still as cute as ever Angela Gibbins, senior employee at the British Council, allegedly made some comments on the young prince on Facebook, accusing him of "white privilege." … [Link]

Mashable » Rihanna, Selena Gomez, Kendrick Lamar to headline Global Citizen Festival

Tuesday 26 July 11:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156318%2frihannaFeed-tw Feed-fbThe Global Citizen Festival, a music festival that brings together artists and world leaders, has announced the lineup for its fifth anniversary.  Rihanna, Selena Gomez, Kendrick Lamar, Major Lazer and Metallica will headline this year's festival on the Great Lawn at New York CIty's Central Park, with special guest performances by Chris Martin, Eddie Vedder, Usher, Ellie Goulding, Yandel, and Cat … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Amazon to begin UK delivery drone trials to make them safer

Tuesday 26 July 10:57:29 UTC 2016

The firm wants to deliver parcels to private addresses over a short distance as part of its Prime Air initiative – now it will get the chance to test its technology [Link]

New Scientist – News » Zika epidemic could burn out in 3 years but return after 10

Tuesday 26 July 10:57:20 UTC 2016

Herd immunity could drive the Zika epidemic in South and Central America to an end, but some 93 million people could be infected before then [Link]

Mashable » Street artist creates beautiful, 3D-effect graffiti around Beijing

Tuesday 26 July 10:54:28 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156644%2f1f40f871f88a486fa4e3b09ece62fb12Feed-tw Feed-fbA Chinese artist from Beijing is being hailed as the next Banksy after his raw and moving graffiti work was spotted around the capital city. Qi Xinghua, who graduated from the country's Central Academy of Fine Arts in 2005, is being recognised for his ability to create 3D scenes on any flat wall. According to an interview Qi did with Vision … [Link]

O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Efficient R Programming – $16.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL

Tuesday 26 July 10:27:26 UTC 2016

Get "Efficient R Programming" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-07-27 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]

Mashable » Flipkart acquires Jabong for $70 million to create India's biggest online fashion retailer

Tuesday 26 July 10:12:21 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156632%2fgettyimages-467060162Feed-tw Feed-fbIndian e-commerce major Flipkart's online fashion retailer Myntra has acquired its smaller homegrown rival Jabong for $70 million in cash. The acquisition will strengthen Flipkart's fashion segment against Amazon, which has been doubling down on its investments in the country. SEE ALSO: Amazon launches Prime service in India to woo customers Started by the Germany company Rocket Internet in 2012, Jabong … [Link]

Mashable » The first 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' reviews will get your wands tingling

Tuesday 26 July 10:12:13 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156665%2fhp_play_reviews_copyFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — Somehow, after many, many months of waiting, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is suddenly only a few days away. SEE ALSO: New Harry Potter book has most presales since … the last Harry Potter book The play opens to the public on the 31 July, the script is released across the world on the same day, and — … [Link]

Slashdot » Apple's Electric Car Project To Be Led By Bob Mansfield

Tuesday 26 July 10:00:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes: Long-time Apple executive Bob Mansfield will lead Apple's electric car project, according to the Wall Street Journal. TechCrunch reports: "Mansfield stepped down from the Apple executive board in 2013, yet stayed around the company to work on, what Apple called, special projects. In this role he was reporting directly to Apple CEO Tim Cook. One of … [Link]

Mashable » Google cleans up Maps, paints interesting spots orange

Tuesday 26 July 9:57:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156652%2fgoogle_mapsFeed-tw Feed-fbGoogle has made several changes to its Maps app on iOS, Android and in the browser, including a new, cleaner look, a slightly different color scheme and a new feature that highlights the most interesting spots around you.  Called "areas of interest," these spots will be painted a pale orange, and will appear automatically as you browse the map.  SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » Shop workers laugh at woman's shorts, she responds with kindness

Tuesday 26 July 9:43:21 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156639%2fd08853540fc74b09a01a90941b3b45d5Feed-tw Feed-fbBritain is finally experiencing the long-awaited summer and people are sporting shorts and T-shirts for the first time in a year. But one woman couldn't believe her ears when she overheard two workers at Superdrug, a health and beauty shop, making rude comments and sneering at her appearance.  SEE ALSO: People are sharing the meanest backhanded compliments they've received After the … [Link]

Mashable » 'Pokémon Go' shatters records on its way to estimated 75 million downloads

Tuesday 26 July 9:18:23 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156631%2fpokemon_goFeed-tw Feed-fbThe days of insane growth may be over for Pokémon Go (and frankly, it's hard to imagine any app sustaining growth at that rate), but the mobile augmented reality game is still the fastest-growing ever, by a large margin. App store optimization platform Sensor Tower estimates that Pokémon Go has been installed more than 75 million times so far, on Apple's … [Link]

Mashable » 'Jason Bourne' is a brutal, soulless slog that feels like punishment

Tuesday 26 July 9:17:02 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156608%2fscreen_shot_2016-07-26_at_12.42.00_amFeed-tw Feed-fbSome people may enjoy sitting through Jason Bourne, though it will by hard to fathom why. The return of Matt Damon and writer/director Paul Greengrass is a soulless, sensually deadening time-suck, like watching a stranger play a video game you used to think was fun while someone vigorously shakes the screen, or perhaps your head.  That's what it feels like walking … [Link]

Mashable » Refuse the suffering that comes with real fur accessories, says SPCA

Tuesday 26 July 8:59:16 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156625%2fbd5535ec15c04867952d9e58c3b14e90Feed-tw Feed-fbSINGAPORE — While controversial, the demand for real fur continues to fuel demand for some fashion accessories. The SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) says it's concerned about a rise in popularity of handbag charm accessories — particularly those using real fur. The SPCA said Monday in a Facebook post that it investigated a sampling of rabbit fur … [Link]

Mashable » Indonesian toilet-themed restaurant serves food and drinks in squat toilets

Tuesday 26 July 8:32:43 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156592%2fgettyimages-577905478Feed-tw Feed-fbA themed-restaurant on the island of Java, Indonesia, is making headlines, but not for the most appetising of reasons. Jamban Cafe in Semarang is a toilet-themed restaurant where food is served in squat toilet bowls and diners dine while seated on porcelain thrones to complete the lavatorial experience. "Jamban" means toilet in Indonesian and currently only accepts small group bookings. SEE … [Link]

Mashable » I communicated like Cher for the day and people didn't know what to make of it

Tuesday 26 July 8:30:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f155480%2fchertweetFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — Cher, if you're reading this, I want you to know that your tweet game is seriously fierce.  SEE ALSO: Cher slams Boris Johnson in 2 angry, emoji-packed tweets On Twitter, Cher is outspoken. She's political. She's heartfelt. And, she's also pretty damn hilarious. In short, no one does Twitter like Cher does.  Cher's tweets tell the story of a … [Link]

Mashable » Nail artist endeavours to recreate all 151 Pokémon in adorable tiny artworks

Tuesday 26 July 7:49:34 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156583%2fnailartasaurusFeed-tw Feed-fbSINGAPORE — As Pokémon fever rages on around the globe, one nail artist has pledged to finish all 151 of the original Pokémon. Singapore-based Michelle Masri has started to paint the individual Pokémon using gel nail colours, and is posting them to Instagram by their Pokédex number. So far, she's up to Butterfree at #12. SEE ALSO: 3D-printed Pokédex for playing … [Link]

WIRED » This Insane DNC Is the Convention the Internet Made

Tuesday 26 July 7:43:20 UTC 2016

This Insane DNC Is the Convention the Internet MadeIf you didn't see the convention outcry among Sanders supporters coming, you haven't been online this election season. The post This Insane DNC Is the Convention the Internet Made appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

Slashdot » Chinese State Company Unveils World's Largest Seaplane

Tuesday 26 July 7:00:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Guardian: China has completed production of the world's largest amphibious aircraft, state media has said, the latest effort in the country's program to wean itself off dependence on foreign aviation firms. The state-owned Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) unveiled the first of the new planes, dubbed the AG600, Saturday in the … [Link]

Mashable » Amazon launches Prime service in India to woo customers

Tuesday 26 July 6:59:45 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156542%2fgettyimages-525572782Feed-tw Feed-fbIn an attempt to increase customer loyalty in its fastest-growing market, Amazon has launched its Amazon Prime membership programme in the country. SEE ALSO: Amazon will invest $3 billion in India, its fastest-growing market: Jeff Bezos Amazon Prime members will get unlimited free one-day and two-day delivery in over 100 cities and early access to lightning deals and exclusive offers. Amazon … [Link]

Mashable » Migaloo the majestic white whale is back and prettier than ever

Tuesday 26 July 6:41:38 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156550%2fscreen_shot_2016-07-26_at_4.11.43_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbMigaloo sighting alert! He's famous for being big and beautiful and he's currently making his way up the east coast of Australia on his annual migration.  Byron Bay woman Alison Reid was hoping to capture the magnificent mammal on camera when she booked a whale watching trip. But when he actually showed up, she was overcome with emotion, telling the ABC, … [Link]

Mashable » Avid Japanese gamer transforms room into an impressive arcade zone

Tuesday 26 July 6:00:37 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156518%2fcnuh8l0viaad8qsFeed-tw Feed-fbAs far as obsessions go, this is by far the coolest we've seen. Japanese Twitter user @Sora12153128 has a room that a gamer would give an arm to live in. The post was captioned with a shout-out to his mother that read: "Don't get angry, mum." According to RocketNews24, the Yamagata native spent a year decking out his room with arcade … [Link]

Mashable » Bernie Sanders hits Donald Trump with sick bern on Twitter

Tuesday 26 July 4:13:57 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156507%2fap_16208108050105Feed-tw Feed-fbBernie Sanders took no guff from anyone as he closed out the first night of the Democratic National Convention. Especially not from Donald Trump. The reality television star and Republican presidential candidate chose to lob barbs at Democrats from the safety of his own Twitter account all night.  He called Elizabeth Warren "Pocahontas," he trotted out the new nickname "Hillary 'Rotten' … [Link]

WIRED » Solar Impulse Just Completed Its Momentous Flight Around the World

Tuesday 26 July 3:42:14 UTC 2016

Solar Impulse Just Completed Its Momentous Flight Around the WorldThe Rocky of sun-powered airplanes beats the odds. The post Solar Impulse Just Completed Its Momentous Flight Around the World appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

Slashdot » Feds To Deploy Anti-Drone Software Near Wildfires

Tuesday 26 July 3:30:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Hill: Federal officials are launching a new "geofencing" program to alert drone pilots when they're flying too close to wildfire prevention operations. The Department of Interior said Monday it would deploy software warnings to pilots when their drones pose a risk to the aircraft used by emergency responders fighting wildfires. The agency … [Link]

Mashable » Michelle Obama's Democratic convention speech probably made your mom text you

Tuesday 26 July 3:29:08 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156498%2fap_16208078523710Feed-tw Feed-fbHopefully by this time, you've recovered from Michelle Obama's heart-tugging Democratic National Convention speech.  So, it's time to dry your eyes, look at your phone and realize that your mom texted you several times during it. SEE ALSO: Sarah Silverman goes off script, majorly calls out Bernie supporters Your mom loved it, according to the texts. She listened to Michelle detail … [Link]

Popular Science » Solar Impulse II Successfully Completes Round-The-World Trip

Tuesday 26 July 3:23:26 UTC 2016

Aviation Back to the start of it all Solar Impulse has successfully landed in Abu Dhabi, completing a round-the-world trek that began in that same city last year. [Link]

Mashable » Facebook takes down footage from child 'torture' report

Tuesday 26 July 3:13:22 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156391%2fc46784564c534a2eb5241b2f1fe9f19eFeed-tw Feed-fbFacebook wants to be in the news business, but it's finding that being a media platform is harder than it looks. On Monday evening, ABC news program Four Corners delivered a report that detailed the shocking abuse of child detainees in the Northern Territory. It included footage of teenagers being tear gassed and one boy being bound in a manner that … [Link]

Mashable » Gaming CEO slams Singapore government over 'Pokémon Go' comments

Tuesday 26 July 3:03:39 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156464%2fgettyimages-580017144Feed-tw Feed-fbSINGAPORE — Another day, another Pokémon Go-related drama. On Sunday, Singapore's minister for communications and information, Yaacob Ibrahim, told reporters that he had serious concerns about the hit game and suggested that it should be closely monitored. According to Ibrahim, the game risks having a negative impact on Singapore's society, and it was therefore necessary that the government "study very, very … [Link]

Mashable » Michelle Obama just poured her heart out on stage at Democratic convention

Tuesday 26 July 2:56:52 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156490%2fmichelleobamaFeed-tw Feed-fbIt’s been a long night of political heavy hitters at the Democratic National Convention, but First Lady Michelle Obama has officially stolen the show. After a long night punctuated by heavy storms and Bernie Sanders supporters booing, Obama came on stage and brought together an entire auditorium. Though she mocked Trump for being a "140 character" candidate, her speech seemed primed … [Link]

Mashable » Home Alone's Marv returns after 26 years to mess with a spider

Tuesday 26 July 2:47:34 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15619%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb In a video that pairs all the elements of your childhood nightmares, actor Daniel Stern aka Marv from Home Alone who definitely should have died from his injuries' but didn't — has resurfaced overnight to unleash your repressed arachnophobia.  It would seem that despite suffering what real world doctors classified as mortal wounds in the franchise, Stern is still alive … [Link]

Mashable » How Google Street View lets people reconnect with lost loved ones

Tuesday 26 July 2:32:05 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156434%2fgoogcarFeed-tw Feed-fbTechnology is changing the way we connect with our family and friends, so it only makes sense that it would also change how we remember them — something Google Street View is facilitating in surprising new ways.  In recent years, more and more users of Street View have been harnessing the power of the service's time shift feature, which allows you … [Link]

Mashable » Disability advocate Anastasia Somoza takes on Donald Trump in inspiring DNC speech

Tuesday 26 July 2:14:44 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15616%2fl1ngi4pu-720Feed-tw Feed-fb Donald Trump has offended multiple groups this election, including, but not limited to, people with disabilities. During a long and often chaotic Democratic National Convention on Monday night, international disability rights advocate Anastasia Somoza came on stage and delivered one of the most inspiring speeches of the evening.  SEE ALSO: Watch Demi Lovato get real about mental illness at the … [Link]

Slashdot » NIST Prepares To Ban SMS-Based Two-Factor Authentication

Tuesday 26 July 2:06:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes: "The U.S. National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) has released the latest draft version of the Digital Authentication Guideline that contains language hinting at a future ban of SMS-based Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)," reports Softpedia. The NIST DAG draft argues that SMS-based two-factor authentication is an insecure process because the phone may not always be in … [Link]

Mashable » Sarah Silverman goes off script, majorly calls out Bernie supporters

Tuesday 26 July 1:43:01 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156435%2fap_699442010950Feed-tw Feed-fbWhen Sarah Silverman couldn't calm down the restless crowd with a tame Democratic National Convention speech, she went for the throat. The Bernie Sanders supporters in the convention hall have been extremely vocal during the first day of the proceedings, booing even the opening prayer. Hacked emails showing that the DNC seemingly worked against the Sanders campaign, only exacerbated what would … [Link]

New Scientist – News » US and UK fall behind in largest ever global study of height

Tuesday 26 July 1:26:40 UTC 2016

While English-speaking countries have high rates of obesity, their citizens are nowhere near as tall as the average heights of the Netherlands and Latvia [Link]

Mashable » Makeup artist's Ron Swanson makeover is superb as a plate of bacon

Tuesday 26 July 1:22:42 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15614%2f7353d19ac4764cf19cc19e19d575fc70Feed-tw Feed-fb Katelynn Galloway, a makeup artist from Austin, Texas, transformed herself into Ron Swanson without any help from the government, thank you very much.  She proves there's more to Swanson than that mustache, growing more visibly perturbed with each layer of makeup. It also makes a great Duke Silver costume for Halloween.  Margot Robbie was also hella creeped out by that … [Link]

Mashable » Twitter has a strong message for Bernie Bros who think Trump and Hillary are the same

Tuesday 26 July 1:10:20 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156376%2ftrumpclintonFeed-tw Feed-fbHillary Clinton is poised to capture the Democratic nomination within the next 72 hours — but some Bernie supporters won't give up hope. At the Democratic National Convention on Monday night, Sanders supporters, like Trump supporters the week before, marched and proudly shouted, "Lock her up." While there have been innumerable think pieces, explainers and angry Facebook posts delineating the differences … [Link]

Mashable » Third Eye Blind releases new song about police brutality

Tuesday 26 July 1:05:09 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156212%2fap_763542742296Feed-tw Feed-fbLately, Third Eye Blind hasn't been shy when it comes to speaking their minds.  The pop punk band challenged audience members at this year's Republican National Convention, and are now back with a new song called "Cop vs. Phone Girl" that addresses police brutality and the Black Lives Matter movement. SEE ALSO: Third Eye Blind concert takes sour turn when band … [Link]

Mashable » Some pranksters dumped a 1.7 metre crocodile in a 16-year-old girl's bathroom

Tuesday 26 July 1:03:15 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156374%2f183fdfc958694da0af58e53c4e2f77daFeed-tw Feed-fbWhen you live in certain parts of Australia's Northern Territory, it's not uncommon to spot a crocodile every so often. What's less common however is waking up to one of the 1.7 metre dinosaur cousins guarding your toilet. SEE ALSO: Intrepid reptile balances 7 Cheerios on its tiny little head Sixteen-year-old Coralie Myers awoke to a Snapchat to end all snapchats … [Link]

Mashable » Fan arrested after slapping Justin Timberlake's face at a golf event

Tuesday 26 July 0:54:02 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156384%2fe9e54b971cea4bf2b8be1c44c797b478Feed-tw Feed-fbLook at Justin Timberlake's beautiful face all you want, but leave it there. A spectator was arrested at the American Century Celebrity Pro-Am in Lake Tahoe after touching Timberlake's face in a drunken haze. If you know in your heart that you would do the same, please monitor your intoxication levels around Timberlake accordingly. SEE ALSO: Steph Curry threw his mouthguard … [Link]

Mashable » Jimmy Fallon gets a shoutout in Lilly Singh's upcoming 'How to Be a Bawse' book

Tuesday 26 July 0:51:18 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15609%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb YouTuber Lilly Singh is adding book author to her growing resume. In an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the digital influencer told the TV host that her book How to Be a Bawse will hit stores in March 2017.  "Bawse" means "someone who doesn't just survive but conquers life, really exudes confidence, gets hurt efficiently, hustles hard … [Link]

Mashable » Margot Robbie was also hella creeped out by that Vanity Fair interview

Tuesday 26 July 0:50:21 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f15612%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb Jewel in Australia's famous export crown Margot Robbie has finally commented on that creepy/horny piece written about her in the latest issue of Vanity Fair.  The actress appeared on The Project last night and didn't hold back on calling the interview and subsequent piece "really weird." Which it really was. As she puts it, “I remember thinking, ‘That was a … [Link]

Mashable » Apple adds its voice to Australia's marriage equality debate

Tuesday 26 July 0:47:28 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156366%2f28e6b8fa37cd4e74a4ddb40e7815f98cFeed-tw Feed-fbApple has added its logo to the Australian Marriage Equality website, joining dozens of other companies such as Microsoft and Atlassian in calling for same-sex marriage to be legalised. "Apple believes all people should be treated equally," the company said in a statement. "That's why we think all Australians should be able to marry the person they love." SEE ALSO: Politician's … [Link]

Slashdot » Vine's Source Code Was Accidentally Made Public For Five Minutes

Tuesday 26 July 0:45:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes from The Register: Vine, the six-second-video-loop app acquired by Twitter in 2012, had its source code made publicly available by a bounty-hunter for everyone to see. The Register reports: "According to this post by @avicoder (Vjex at GitHub), Vine's source code was for a while available on what was supposed to be a private Docker registry. … [Link]

Mashable » New Harry Potter book has most presales since … the last Harry Potter book

Tuesday 26 July 0:32:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156322%2fap68939424419Feed-tw Feed-fbIt’s less than a week now until Harry Potter and the Cursed Child hits bookshelves, both real and virtual, at midnight on Sunday, July 31. Finally, readers will find out what happened after grown-up Harry sent his son to Hogwarts.  It's not a novel, and it's not written by J.K. Rowling, though it is based on a story by the author. … [Link]

Mashable » 5 adorable, totally hard-core 'Pokémon Go' players we met at Comic-Con

Tuesday 26 July 0:25:22 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156292%2f20160723_170845Feed-tw Feed-fbSAN DIEGO — The Poképocalypse many predicted for Comic-Con didn't materialize — after all, this is the one place where there's enough going on around you that's more interesting than catching digital monsters. But there be monsters — and hunters aplenty. SEE ALSO: 'South Park' pop-up episodes could happen for something like 'Pokémon Go' The extremely high concentration of nerds people … [Link]

Mashable » Watch Demi Lovato get real about mental illness at the DNC

Tuesday 26 July 0:24:48 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156335%2fc50968b885824036aa82f3d8c0e86f6bFeed-tw Feed-fbDemi Lovato, who has been a vocal supporter of Hillary Clinton and an advocate for mental illness, opened up about her personal struggles at the opening night of the Democratic National Convention.  "I stand here today as proof that you can live a normal and empowered life with mental illness," said Lovato. "I'm proud to support a presidential candidate who will … [Link]

Mashable » Solar-powered Solar Impulse plane completes its trip around the world

Tuesday 26 July 0:19:48 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f156395%2fscreen_shot_2016-07-25_at_5.54.59_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbAfter more than 24,000 miles, a solar-powered plane just completed the final leg of its flight around the world.  Solar Impulse 2 — the experimental solar plane which first set out on its circumnavigation attempt in 2015 — has just landed in Abu Dhabi, its final landing spot and the city where its around-the-world bid began. SEE ALSO: Solar-powered plane flies … [Link]

WIRED » The Porn ‘Public Health Crisis’ Has Competition

Tuesday 26 July 0:11:28 UTC 2016

The Porn ‘Public Health Crisis’ Has CompetitionHow politicians talk about public health is just as important as what they choose to talk about. The post The Porn 'Public Health Crisis' Has Competition appeared first on WIRED. [Link]

Slashdot » Amazon Partners With UK Government To Test Drone Deliveries

Tuesday 26 July 0:05:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from USA Today: [Recent rules from the Federal Aviation Administration mean delivery by drone is years away in the United States, but packages may be winging their way to customers sooner rather than later in the United Kingdom, where Amazon just got permission to begin a new trial of its delivery drones.] The U.K. … [Link]

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