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 » Happy 10th Anniversary to 'Step Up,' you beautiful piece of trash
Ten years ago, Step Up: The Movie hit theaters on Aug. 11, leaving intelligent audiences everywhere simultaneously delighted and afraid of their own tastes. A movie that should have never made it to even the most base, butter-encrusted soulless multiplexes somehow grossed over $65 million worldwide (or $86 million, adjusted for inflation). A story that should have never been published in … [Link]
Slashdot » 8 Paralyzed Patients Learn To Walk Again Using Virtual Reality
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Gizmodo: In a new study published in Scientific Reports, eight patients paralyzed with spinal cord injuries exhibited partial restoration of muscle control and sensations in their lower limbs following an extensive training regimen with non-invasive brain-controlled robotics and a virtual reality system. Developed by Duke University neuroscience Miguel Nicolelis and colleagues, the system … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft's Bill Gates Is Richest Tech Billionaire With $78 Billion Fortune
An anonymous reader quotes a report from GulfNews: The "100 Richest Tech Billionaires In The World 2016" list has been topped by Microsoft founder Bill Gates with an estimated fortune of $78 billion. The titans on Forbes' second annual list of the world's richest in technology are worth a combined $892 billion, six percent more than a year ago. Just … [Link]
Mashable » How different were cult classic book and film 'The Warrior'?
Warriors, come out and play! And now that you’re out to play, you might as well know that the 1979 cult classic film, The Warriors, was based on a novel, and that novel was based on an ancient Greek tale. It’s time to take a look at how and why the movie changed from it’s source material in this episode of … [Link]
Mashable » LeBron James signs new contract that will make him highest-paid player in NBA history
Fresh off delivering the Cleveland Cavaliers their first-ever NBA championship, LeBron James finally signed his new contract. It. Is. A. Whopper. SEE ALSO: Cliff Alexander and the NBA Draft heartbreak you never hear about James himself broke the news in a video posted to Twitter on Thursday evening. James' agent, childhood friend Rich Paul, gave more details to ESPN.com. The deal … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Cherry or rhubarb? Orangutan mixes tasty cocktails in its mind
A pleasure-seeking ape can predict the taste of cocktails it has never tried before, which was thought to be something only humans can do [Link]
Mashable » James Corden's rap battle segment 'Drop the Mic' headed to TBS
TBS is entering the rap battle ring. The network announced on Thursday that it has picked up James Corden's segment "Drop the Mic" — which has pitted celebrities like Cara Delevigne, Anne Hathaway and Kevin Hart against each other in epic rap battles — as a 16-episode series. Corden will executive produce with Ben Winston and Jensen Karp, a.k.a. Hot Karl. … [Link]
Slashdot » A Bit of Cash Can Keep Someone Off the Streets For 2 Years or More
An anonymous reader writes: If someone is about to become homeless, giving them a single cash infusion, averaging about $1000, may be enough to keep them off the streets for at least 2 years. That's the conclusion of a new study, which finds that programs that proactively assist those in need don't just help the victims — they may benefit … [Link]
Popular Science » A Tiny Part Of Your Suntan Is Intergalactic
Space Get your glow from a galaxy far, far away If you're feeling radiant after a day in the sun, bask in the knowledge that at least ten trillionths of your tan is made possible by light from beyond the Milky Way. [Link]
Mashable » The tear-filled moment Aly Raisman knew she NAILED it
Aly Raisman knew she slayed and the tears in her eyes proved it. Raisman entered the final rotation of the women's individual gymnastics all-around in third place Thursday, but a marvelous floor exercise flipped the 22-year-old gymnast to a silver medal. With a look of confidence and determination, Raisman entered her final tumbling pass and landed with precision. She wouldn't bow … [Link]
Mashable » USA women's hoops coach rips 'sexist' and 'Trumpian' critics of dominant Olympics team
The USA women's basketball team is so good. They are so, so good. We probably don't talk about just how good they are as much as we should. How good? Try to guess the last time the U.S. women lost an Olympic basketball game. Go ahead, just try to guess; answer comes after the jump. SEE ALSO: Bullets at equestrian center … [Link]
Mashable » The differences between 'The Warrior' book and film you may not know
Warriors, come out and play! And now that you’re out to play, you might as well know that the 1979 cult classic film, The Warriors, was based on a novel, and that novel was based on an ancient Greek tale! It’s time to take a look at how and why the movie changed from it’s source material in this episode … [Link]
Mashable » Woman leaves adorable, crocheted Pokémon for other trainers to find
Now you can catch 'em all on Pokémon Go and in real life. A woman in Texas who goes by the name @knottynichole on Instagram has been leaving handmade, crocheted Pokémon at local Pokéstops in her city. SEE ALSO: Enormous Pokémon statue appears out of nowhere in New Orleans Nichole, who describes herself as an "avid gamer, foodie, and crafty geek," … [Link]
Popular Science » The Jefferson Memorial Is Slowly Being Covered In Slime
Science But it’s more common than you think Quick! What lives on rocks in a streambed, on the surface of your teeth, and now on the dome of the Jefferson Memorial? [Link]
Mashable » Buzz Aldrin is over the moon excited about the Olympics
Buzz Aldrin, famous for going to space, is taking on a new conquest: the Olympics. Aldrin left for Rio on Tuesday and has been making his way around the Games since. Throughout his time there, he's been posting videos to his Facebook page filled with wonderful displays of patriotism. SEE ALSO: Leslie Jones tweeting the Olympics got her invited to the … [Link]
Popular Science » NASA Images Air Pollution Over Olympic Games
Environment It's breathtaking There's a lot at the Olympics to take your breath away. The amazing opening ceremonies, the athletics, the green pool(s). Now we can add another item to the list. Air… [Link]
Mashable » Guy installs terrifying 360-degree swing in his backyard
When a standard swing set just will not do, consider the 360-degree model. YouTube inventor colinfurze built a homemade version in his backyard. But D.I.Y. enthusiasts beware— with zero safe guards to keep its rider from falling, a 360-degree swing might be a project best left to YouTube daredevils. Empowering jazz cover of 'I Will Survive' is your cure for … [Link]
Slashdot » HPE Acquires SGI For $275 Million
An anonymous reader writes: Hewlett Packard Enterprise has announced today that it has acquired SGI for $275 million in cash and debt. VentureBeat provides some backstory on the company that makes servers, storage, and software for high-end computing: "SGI (originally known as Silicon Graphics) was cofounded in 1981 by Jim Clark, who later cofounded Netscape with Marc Andreessen. It filed … [Link]
Mashable » The 13 fiercest photos of Simone Biles' all-around performance
Bow down to the G.O.A.T. Sports commentators have called Simone Biles the greatest gymnast of all-time, and now she has the hardware to shut down anyone left in doubt. Biles took the gold medal in women's individual all-around gymnastics on Thursday with a solid 2.1 point win over silver medalist and fellow American Aly Raisman. Russia's Aliya Mustafina took bronze. But … [Link]
Mashable » Dominant women's gymnastics duo bring home gold and silver for Team USA
On Thursday afternoon in Rio, Simone Biles and Aly Raisman represented Team USA in the women's gymnastics all-around finals against the best in the world. SEE ALSO: Behold: The most 'hell yeah, America' moment yet of the Rio Olympics And, once again, it was a golden day for Biles and a terrific silver day for Raisman. Here's how it all went … [Link]
Mashable » Your favorite rapper Kevin Hart signs to Motown Records
After recently signing a deal with Motown Records, beloved comedian and actor, Kevin Hart will soon be spreading his wings and busting some rhymes. Hart is set to release an album this fall under his rap star alter-ego, Chocolate Droppa. SEE ALSO: Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart team up for a dope dinner party series In an Instagram post earlier today, … [Link]
Mashable » Trump's economic advisers are no longer all named Steve
The Steve:not Steve ratio on Trump's economic team just got a little smaller. Almost a week after announcing a team of all-male, all-white economic advisers, nearly half of whom were named some variation on Steve, Steven or Stephen, Trump has added nine new members to his staff. Of the nine new advisers, eight are women. All still seem to be white. … [Link]
Mashable » This shark can live for up to 400 years
A new study published in the journal of Science reveals that the Greenland shark can live for up to 400 years. Researchers used carbon dating techniques and found that the species is possibly the longest-living vertebrate on Earth. Read more: http://on.mash.to/2aOT0FJ Read more…More about Mashable Video, Science, Ocean, Real Time, and Science And Technology
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Popular Science » Saturn's Moon Titan Has Deep Canyons Flooded With Liquid
Space But it isn't water The landscape is striking. Steep stone canyon walls, carved out by a swiftly moving liquid that now sits comfortably in the space that it has made, flooding the abyss. [Link]
Mashable » Artisanal astronaut ice cream is out of this world
Get ready for a taste bud take off. Gastronaut Ice Cream is an artisanal, freeze-dried ice cream that is out of this world. The astronaut ice cream bars are apparently completely organic, after a successful Kickstarter campaign, the company launched its fourth flavor, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Space, Real Time, Food, and Ice Cream [Link]
Mashable » ‘Futurama’s’ Zapp Brannigan is a perfect match for Trump quotes
Recently, the Internet noticed more than a passing resemblance between the outrageous boasts of Donald Trump and those of Futurama's ace captain and romantic, Zapp Brannigan. Voice actor Billy West, voice of Brannigan, has decided not to turn neutral on the matter. So he's taken to Twitter to post recordings of himself reading out Trump's most famous quotes, fully in character … [Link]
Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: How Do You Deal With Unreasonable Companies?
New submitter Ash-Fox writes: I recently ran into troubles trying to get reasonable quality of support from an anti-virus vendor, where they are attempting to cop-out of providing any reasonable support and then refusing to offer refunds under the guise of their EULA does not allow it. However, their EULA does not implicitly say that they cannot provide refunds in … [Link]
Mashable » 'Sausage Party' stars reveal how they fight 'the munchies'
With Kristen Wiig absent, the red carpet parade at the premiere of Sony's raunchy animated comedy Sausage Party was, well, a bit of a sausage party itself, but oh what a party it was. Mashable caught up with stars Seth Rogen (hero hot dog Frank), Danny McBride (Honey Mustard), Michael Cera (girthy hot dog Barry) and David Krumholtz (Lavash), who revealed … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump responds after supporter climbs Trump Tower
Michael Joseph Ryan, a 19-year-old from Virginia, caused a scene in Manhattan while attempting to scale the facade of Trump Tower with suction cups. After more than 2 hours of climbing, the police and fire department were able to rescue and arrest the man. According to a YouTube video he posted earlier, Ryan was trying to get a private meeting with … [Link]
Mashable » Barb-ie doll pays tribute to the beloved 'Stranger Things' character
Barb is forever. The beloved Stranger Things character lives on in this universe as a Barb-ie. Even in plastic, you can tell from the look on her eyes behind those miniature oversized glasses that she's not interested in bullsh*t. SEE ALSO: The 'Stranger Things' soundtrack is dropping August 12 A Doll World After All, an Instagram account that recreates pop culture … [Link]
Mashable » Man enjoys sensational Italian honeymoon with a sheet of printer paper
If this doesn't motivate you to get your passport in order, nothing will. Newlywed Faizan Patel, who married his wife Sana in December, was forced to embark on their picturesque Italian honeymoon alone last week after Sana realized she'd lost her passport. SEE ALSO: Not everyone loves hiking in Alaska, according to this logbook Faced with a lonely flight, he first … [Link]
New Scientist – News » How Tesla’s batteries can change the solar power game
Elon Musk's takeover of SolarCity can give solar power the efficiency boost it needs – letting rooftop panels pipe cheap energy onto the grid [Link]
Mashable » We really want the new MacBook Pro now
This is the final MashTalk for me — AKA C-Mac, AKA Film_Girl — as a host. Don't worry, MashTalk will continue. I love you all very much and want to thank the listeners for their patronage and awesomeness over the years. RayRay, Lance and Pete, also thank you for your support and friendship over the years. You guys are the … [Link]
Mashable » ELeague champions react to winning the ultimate title
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the ELEAGUE Season One Championship, and see what Team Virtus Pro players had to say after they took home the title. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Standalone Featured, Virtus Pro, Counter Strike Go, and Tbs [Link]
Mashable » Microsoft takes on Twitch with Beam buy
Microsoft announced the acquisition of interactive livestreaming service Beam on Thursday, an unexpected move that puts the Xbox owner in a position to compete directly with Twitch, minus the recent push toward non-gaming broadcasts. Beam behaves like a leveled up version of Twitch in some ways. It's trademark feature is an interactive component that allows viewers to participate in what … [Link]
Mashable » The cuteness of these rare white lion cubs is too much to handle
Five rare white lion cubs made their formal debut to the public in an enclosure of the "XII months" private zoo north of Kiev, Ukraine. The adorable male lion cubs were born in the zoo about two months ago to African lions named Ivanna and Ludvig. SEE ALSO: These teeny tiny tiger cubs will make your heart swell with … [Link]
Mashable » Twitter accused of censoring posts in Barack Obama Q&A
Former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo is not pleased with a report that alleges he filtered out abusive tweets in a open question-and-answer session with President Barack Obama. The accusations come from anonymous former Twitter employees speaking to BuzzFeed for a story on how Twitter has — and has not — addressed abuse on the service. SEE ALSO: #SaveTwitter: How the fake … [Link]
Slashdot » Arch Linux Is Now Officially Powered by Linux Kernel 4.7, Update Your Systems
Marius Nestor, writing for Softpedia: After a few weeks from its official release, it finally happened, Linux kernel 4.7 has just landed in the stable software repositories of the popular, lightweight and highly customizable Arch Linux operating system. Linux kernel 4.7 is the most stable and advanced kernel branch, and only a few GNU/Linux distributions have adopted since its launch … [Link]
Mashable » Parents everywhere will get this mom's back-to-school photoshoot
Young students may not be excited to return to the world of lockers and homework, but parents sure are. Before sending her five children off to their first day of school this year, Scottsboro, Alabama, mom Keshia Leeann Gardner staged a hilarious photoshoot that moms everywhere will relate to. SEE ALSO: Groom surprises bride with bootylicious choreographed routine "Happy first day … [Link]
New Scientist – News » How big is a proton? No one knows exactly, and that’s a problem
A perplexing mystery concerning the true size of the proton just got more complicated with the release of new results [Link]
New Scientist – News » Aphrodisiac virus makes plants super-attractive to bumblebees
The benefits of a viral infection for tomato plants may outweigh the costs – infected plants attract more pollinators and therefore produce more seeds [Link]
New Scientist – News » Now you can play Angry Birds using a touch-sensitive second skin
A transparent touchpad that slips over your arm and lets you control apps and games brings us a step closer to having computer interfaces built into our clothes [Link]
WIRED » The Adorable Island Fox Is Back—But Saving It Meant Going to War
This is the story of the little fox that came back from oblivion, and the people who have dedicated their lives to protecting it. The post The Adorable Island Fox Is Back—But Saving It Meant Going to War appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
New Scientist – News » World’s oldest vertebrate is a shark that lives for 500 years
Deep-sea-living Greenland sharks can live for hundreds of years, longer than any other vertebrate, and females don’t reach breeding age until they are 150 [Link]
Mashable » Own a VW or Audi built in the last 20 years? It could be easily hacked.
If you own a Volkswagen or Audi built between 1995 and 2016, it could be susceptible to hackers, researchers have discovered. Computer security researchers at the University of Birmingham in England published a paper this week detailing a low-tech hack that gave them access to dozens of VW Group vehicles sold since 1995. SEE ALSO: Audi's new suspension turns rough roads … [Link]
Mashable » Mom discovers security cameras hacked, kids' bedroom livestreamed
A mother in Houston, Texas woke up one morning to pretty much every parent's worst-case scenario. "I happened to get a text from a friend of mine that said she saw a picture on Facebook and she thought it was a picture of our daughters' room," Jennifer, who asked to keep her last name private, told ABC subchannel KTRK. As it … [Link]
Mashable » What brands need to know about virtual reality
Virtual reality (VR) is all the rage. Premium publishers like USA Today, the New York Times, and AOL are jumping on the bandwagon to prepare. Google is working on a VR version of Chrome. NBC and Samsung are broadcasting the summer Olympics in VR. Hulu, Crackle, Jaunt, and Within (formerly known as VRse) already have dedicated apps, or “theaters,” where viewers … [Link]
Popular Science » These Ancient Sharks Turned To Cannibalizing Their Young
Animals At least that’s what their fossilized poop tells us In a time long, long ago, say 300 million years ago, North America and Europe were on the equator, covered in hot and humid swamps. Many now-extinct fish species… [Link]
Mashable » This app is giving streaming TV news a second try
Watchup, the once-buzzy news video streaming service, is trying its hand again at the news game with a relaunch this week. The new app emphasizes speed, with the company claiming to get users to video three times faster. Founded in 2012, Watchup gained some attention in 2014 when it was named one of the best apps of the year by Google. … [Link]
Mashable » The secret reason Apple might be killing the iPhone 7 headphone jack
Apple is expected to unveil its next iPhone in a few weeks. And, as is usual pattern, more and more credible leaks have come out about what will presumably be called the iPhone 7. Bloomberg probably has the most accurate reporting thus far (thanks to its hiring of Apple reporter Mark Gurman) in a report that basically confirms what has leaked … [Link]
Mashable » Empowering jazz cover of 'I Will Survive' is your cure for heartbreak
Postmodern Jukebox is giving Gloria Gaynor's '70s disco classic a vintage '40s makeover. The jazz cover, sung by the one and only Sara Niemietz, features powerful vocals and a special treat: a Latin ballroom dance performance. This rendition will surely have you on your feet feeling empowered. Watch out, exes. Sad dog with cone has a really hard time getting … [Link]
WIRED » The DEA Just Made It Easier to Do Research on Weed
A new Drug Enforcement Agency rule decentralizes the supply of scientific cannabis. The post The DEA Just Made It Easier to Do Research on Weed appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » #ThrowbackThursday: Olympian edition
Before Olympians were Olympians, they were cute kids like the rest of us. Even at just a few feet tall, some of them were already grooming to be the medalists they are today. We're taking a trip back in time to honor the women and men who are impressing the world one event at a time this year at the 2016 … [Link]
Mashable » Zoe Kravitz joins 'Fantastic Beasts' at the last minute
The Harry Potter spinoff Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them has found the one ingredient it was missing in order to cast a spell on audiences, as Zoe Kravitz has joined the Harry Potter spinoff, Mashable has confirmed. David Yates is directing Fantastic Beasts, which stars Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler, Alison Sudol, Ezra Miller and Colin Farrell. Set … [Link]
Popular Science » To Defeat Geese, Canadians Try Laser Scarecrows
Animals Behold my Oz-some power Laser scarecrows. [Link]
Mashable » Send your heartbeat to your lover in real time with this smart ring
One of the dorkiest Apple Watch features is the ability to send your heartbeat to another Apple Watch user in real time. Now a company called TheTouch has taken that dorktastic feature to a new level with the HB Ring, which essentially does the same thing. SEE ALSO: This smart ring will alert emergency responders if you need help 
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Mashable » Trump won't stop saying Obama is linked to ISIS
Donald Trump bolstered his claim to the title of Conspiracy Theorist in Chief on Wednesday when he said President Barack Obama and Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton cofounded the Islamic State. “He’s the founder of ISIS," Trump said of Obama. "He’s the founder of ISIS. He’s the founder. He founded ISIS.” SEE ALSO: Trump's favorite bands really don't like Trump Then, … [Link]
Mashable » Adblock Plus has already found a way to trick Facebook's ad blocking defenses
Just days after Facebook declared war on ad blockers, Adblock Plus claims to have found a way through the social network's defenses. The widely-used service has added a new filter that can purportedly identify and shut out ads on the site despite Facebook's efforts to make doing so much more difficult. SEE ALSO: Facebook is now bypassing ad blockers on … [Link]
Mashable » First green water. Now stinging chlorine. Athletes struggle in Rio pools
It turns out the murky green water was just the start of athletes' woes at the Rio aquatics center. Now the water athletes' have to contend with eye-stinging amounts of chlorine saturating the pool, according to several competitors' accounts. SEE ALSO: This is why the water's green in Rio Team USA men's water polo captain Tony Azevedo and Hungary's Gergo Zalanki … [Link]
Slashdot » Bleeping Computer Countersues Maker of SpyHunter
An anonymous reader writes: Bleeping Computer, a longstanding popular discussion forum that helps people rid their computers of malware, has now countersued Enigma Software Group (ESG), which makes an antivirus software known as SpyHunter. Bleeping now claims that ESG has been violating Bleeping's trademarks by registering new domain names that include "bleepingcomputer" and posting some of the company's webpage's source … [Link]
WIRED » The Perseid Meteor Shower Will Really Outdo Itself Tonight
This year's abnormally heavy shower is all thanks to the outsized gravitational pull of the gas giant Jupiter. The post The Perseid Meteor Shower Will Really Outdo Itself Tonight appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: Google Cloud Natural Language, IBM Watson Conversation, UniGraph, HERE, Inversoft
Every day, the ProgrammableWeb team is busy, updating its three primary directories for APIs, clients (language-specific libraries or SDKs for consuming or providing APIs), and source code samples.
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Popular Science » DEA Loosens Restrictions On Marijuana Research, But Not Use
Health Proceeding as scheduled States across the country have begun the push to legalize marijuana, but at a federal level, the drug remains verboten. [Link]
Mashable » There will be a musical crossover episode for 'Supergirl' and 'The Flash'
BEVERLY HILLS, California — Nerd dreams do come true. The Flash and Supergirl will have a musical crossover episode, executive producers for The CW's superhero shows revealed during the network's Television Critics Association presentation Thursday. SEE ALSO: Gay superhero coming to CW Seed in 2017 And that was just one announcement dropped during TCA. Here's everything we learned from the executive … [Link]
WIRED » Donald Trump Sounds Way Better as Futurama Blowhard Zapp Brannigan
Billy West, the voice of Zapp Brannigan, is currently posting clips of himself saying Donald Trump's most well-known quotes—much to the Internet's delight. The post Donald Trump Sounds Way Better as Futurama Blowhard Zapp Brannigan appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » John Mayer enlightens us on his lengthy night-time skincare routine
John Mayer's beauty routine is a wonderland. On Wednesday night, the singer showed fans another side of himself by posting an unexpected tutorial detailing his night-time beauty regimen to Snapchat. "You know, a lot of people ask me, 'John, what are some of your skincare secrets?'” the singer shared on his Snapchat story. “And I always say, that’s an odd question … [Link]
New Scientist – News » LHC-style supercolliders are entering a make or break phase
As the Large Hadron Collider's first sign of a superparticle melts away, physicists must contemplate their nightmare scenario, says Gavin Hesketh [Link]
New Scientist – News » Here’s how to watch the great Perseid meteor shower tonight
Over the next few evenings the annual Perseid meteor shower will be reaching its peak, and putting on a great show [Link]
WIRED » WIRED Book Club: So Hey, How About That Tone in Too Like the Lightning?
We manage some semi-coherent thoughts on Ada Palmer's future-retro corporatist-utopianist sci-fi mind game, Too Like the Lightning. The post WIRED Book Club: So Hey, How About That Tone in Too Like the Lightning? appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft Extends Again Support For Windows 7, 8.1 Skylake-based Devices
Microsoft says it is giving more time to users on Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 devices running sixth generation Intel Skylake chips. Earlier the company had said that it would end support for such systems on July 17, 2018 (before that the end date was July 17, 2017). Today's announcement further pushes the deadline, giving Windows 7 users till January … [Link]
Mashable » Gymnast McKayla Maroney is vaulting into the music world
McKayla Maroney is used to getting press during the Olympics, so naturally she made a big announcement this week. The retired 2012 gold medal-winning gymnast and friend of Obama is set to drop her debut single next month. SEE ALSO: Get hyped for men’s gymnastics with pictures of Team USA being silly and shirtless “I like to say my genre is … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook is changing News Feed to make stories 'more personally informative'
Another week, another News Feed change. Facebook announced a new change to the algorithim that powers its News Feed. This time, the change is meant to make the stories you see "more personally informative." SEE ALSO: Facebook to publishers: Stop posting clickbait The idea, Facebook says, is to create a new ranking system — personalized to each user — that is … [Link]
Mashable » Katy Perry unleashed a feline chatbot to help fans get their paws on her new perfume
If you are one of 90 million and counting hoping for a morsel of Katy Perry's digital love, the wait can sometimes seem cold and lonely. Lucky for you, she's launching a new chat bot to tap into her online fanbase. Kik unleashed a Katy Perry bot with personality quizzes that will determine stuff like whether "Firework" or Roar" was about … [Link]
Mashable » Bullets at equestrian center reveal Rio Olympics' grotesque contrast
So, here is quite a thing: Bullets keep flying into the Rio Olympics equestrian center. Well, maybe keep is a stretch, but it's happened twice — two bullets have flown into the Rio Olympics equestrian center over the past week. That's two more than you'd expect. It's also, one assumes, an Olympic record for bullets absorbed by the horse-event venue at … [Link]
Mashable » Greenland sharks could be the world's longest-living vertebrates
The Greenland shark, a massive creature that thrives in sub-Arctic waters, may be the oldest animal in the world, a new study finds. Researchers estimated that the sharks have an average lifespan of at least 272 years. That’s roughly six decades older than the previous contender for longest-living vertebrate: the bowhead whale. The study, published Thursday in the journal Science, sheds … [Link]
Slashdot » A New Wireless Hack Can Unlock Almost Every Volkswagen Sold Since 1995
Volkswagen isn't having the best of times. Tens of millions of vehicles sold by Volkswagen AG over the past 20 years are vulnerable to theft because keyless entry systems can be hacked using cheap technical devices, reports Wired (alternate source). Security experts of the University of Birmingham were able to clone VW remote keyless entry controls by eavesdropping nearby when … [Link]
Popular Science » Greenland Sharks Can Live To 400 Years Old
Animals The longest-living vertebrates in existence Move over, Lonesome George. [Link]
Mashable » Gay superhero coming to CW Seed in 2017
BEVERLY HILLS, California — The first gay superhero is coming to The CW. At its Television Critics Association presentation Thursday, The CW said it's debuting Freedom Fighters: The Ray on its digital platform Seed. The new animated series, which will arrive in 2017, follows lesser known super hero Ray Terrill. The series is inspired by DC’s Multiversity series by writer Grant … [Link]
Mashable » You can now apply to a job with Amazon Echo thanks to ZipRecruiter
A job search can imply endless typing and reading of Google or curated job sites. It's a quest that may not require you to speak aloud until a recruiter reaches out — if they ever do. That solitary, slow experience is one reason why ZipRecruiter, an online job site, has created an app for Amazon Echo that encourages users to … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » CMA Opens Door (Slightly) to Open Banking in the UK
Open banking is a theme that has been running in the API economy for a number of years, with start-up and challenger banks hugely keen to leverage existing data held by large banking organizations to build their business and provide better products for banking customers.
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Mashable » Watch Christina Grimmie's posthumous 'Snow White' video
Christina Grimmie's family has released the first music video from The Ballad of Jessica Blue, a four-part music video that accompanies music from the late singer's Side A EP. In "Snow White," we find Grimmie assuming the role of Jessica Blue, who's stuck in a relationship she's not entirely happy with and is waiting for her "prince" to come. The … [Link]
Mashable » This stunning, American-made plug-in hybrid is powered by its solar-panel roof
Don't call it a comeback; the Karma has been here for years. On Thursday morning, the fledgling Southern California-based carmaker Karma Automotive revealed the first photo of its "new" model, the Revero. Along with swoop-y body lines and four doors, the Revero features a plug-in hybrid powertrain as well as a solar-panel roof that supplies power to its onboard batteries … [Link]
Mashable » Did the Olympics' algae-filled pool turn Ryan Lochte's hair green?
There are many mysteries at the Olympic complex in Rio de Janeiro. One is the algae-filled pool that went from blue to a deep, sea green. But nothing is as puzzling as Ryan Lochte's green hair. SEE ALSO: This is why the water's green in Rio The 12-time Olympic medalist showed off his new silver locks just a week ago on … [Link]
Mashable » Drone captures breathtaking footage of Norwegian mountains
Time to add a trip to Norway to your bucket list. Aspiring filmmaker Simen Haughom posted spectacular drone footage of the Kjerag mountain, and it will make you want to hop on a plane to Norway ASAP. Additional reporting by Storyful. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Standalone Featured, Real Time, Norway, and Hiking [Link]
Slashdot » This Is What the World's Spies Used Instead of MSN Messenger
An anonymous reader writes: What do spies use to chat online? A terribly ugly Windows programme. At least, that's what the Five Eyes intelligence alliance (made up of the US, UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada) was using back in 2003, according to a newly released Snowden document. "The Five-Eyes SIGINT [signals intelligence] Directors will soon be using a new … [Link]
New Scientist – News » US government wants more cannabis farms for science
The DEA has decided to allow organisations to apply to grow marijuana for research purposes, a move intended to encourage more studies on the drug’s effects [Link]
New Scientist – News » Lead in Australia’s drinking water is leaching from brass taps
Tap water in samples from across New South Wales can contain unsafe lead levels, probably down to brass tap fittings [Link]
Mashable » Gawker throws a party that might have been a wake
Nick Denton, Gawker CEO and co-founder, had just finished giving a gratitude-filled speech when he handed the microphone to executive editor John Cook. "I don't know if I'm at a wake or…" Cook said, trailing off to leave the ending open to interpretation by the Gawker employees, familiar reporters and New York media set that had gathered at the company's office … [Link]
Mashable » Judge lets inmate see his newborn baby boy for the very first time
An inmate was in custody when his son was born, so his super compassionate judge let him see his baby during trial. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Real Time, Baby, Emotion, and Compassion [Link]
Mashable » Convicted racist calls judge the c-word, judge responds with c-word
LONDON — A judge surprised everyone in court by replying back to a defendant who told her she was "a bit of a c*nt" with, "You're a bit of a c*nt yourself." John Hennigan, 50, was being sentenced to 18 months in prison for his ninth breach of antisocial behaviour in 11 years after he racially abused a black Caribbean mother-of-two. … [Link]
Mashable » Green Day didn't already have an album called 'Revolution Radio' so they fixed that
Green Day's latest single is a fully functioning pop punk Mad Lib. Guns, war, anti-authoritarian sentiment, Romeo and Juliet references that don't really make much sense, condemnation of current celebrity culture — the "Bang Bang" lyric video has it all. The song is the first single off the band's new album, Revolution Radio, out October 7. "I got my photo bomb, … [Link]
Slashdot » France Says Fight Against Messaging Encryption Needs Worldwide Initiative
An anonymous reader shares a Reuters report: Messaging encryption, widely used by Islamist extremists to plan attacks, needs to be fought at international level, French Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve said on Thursday, and he wants Germany to help him promote a global initiative. He meets his German counterpart, Thomas de Maiziere, on Aug. 23 in Paris and they will discuss … [Link]
Mashable » #SaveTwitter: How the fake hashtag created fears Twitter was shutting down
The people of Twitter are collectively freaking out about Twitter. The dramatic hashtag #SaveTwitter started picking up steam on Wednesday, with people speculating the platform plans to shut down in 2017. The hashtag started as a joke about a bullied YouTube star before another YouTuber turned it into the Twitter shut down hoax. SEE ALSO: Olympic gymnast is body shamed, Twitter … [Link]
Mashable » 'Pokémon Go' rescued a struggling small town ice cream shop
Pokémon Go may be the small business solution owners everywhere are looking for. Gary Dear is the owner of Mad Hatter's Ice Cream in Anacortes, Washington. Ever since the store opened, Dear has struggled to keep on the lights — until his store became neighbors with a Pokéstop. In less than two weeks, Dear's store has boomed in popularity, with sales … [Link]
Mashable » Whole Foods cake proves we've reached peak LaCroix
Fresh off the success of its literal wall of LaCroix, New York's new Williamsburg Whole Foods is leaning further into the meme with a truly over-the-top confection: A LaCroix cake. The rectangular dessert resembles a 12-pack of the lime-flavored seltzer, with a truly impressive rendering of the brand's delightfully tacky package design. Twitter user Becca Laurie first spotted the cake on … [Link]
Mashable » Dads find doppelgängers in airport and become fast dad friends
Your standard-issue dad may have minor differences from other dads, but not many. Dads tend to homogenize into puns, barbecue and cargo shorts. But still, finding your paternal doppelganger is rare. Reddit user notevenbro posted this photo to the popular r/pics with the caption, "My dad bumped into his Dadppelgänger at the airport in Newark." The picture does indeed include two … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft Acquires Beam Game Streaming Service, Embracing Alternative To Amazon's Twitch
An anonymous reader shares a GeekWire report: Microsoft's Xbox group announced Thursday that it has acquired Seattle-based interactive game streaming service Beam, bringing the Redmond, Wash.-based tech giant into an arena dominated by Amazon's Twitch. Microsoft said in a blog post the deal will help make Xbox more social and interactive. Beam launched in January, with a goal of giving … [Link]
Mashable » What's going down on day 4 of the 2016 'Dota 2' International
The unstoppable wildcard EHOME was finally stopped and Newbee and Alliance were knocked out of The International Dota 2 Championships Wednesday, leaving just eight teams left in the biggest Dota 2 tournament of the year. SEE ALSO: The 2016 'Dota 2' International breaks the record for esports prize pools The third day of the TI6 main event did not let up … [Link]
Mashable » Sad dog with cone has a really hard time getting a ball
This might be the saddest thing you'll see all day. A pup with a cone covering their head had the hardest time ever reaching a ball after it rolled into a tight space. All this dog wanted to do was probably play catch or chew on the toy, but instead is forced endure the humiliating side-effects of the dreaded cone. … [Link]
Mashable » SeatGeek wants to bring tickets to every app on your phone
SeatGeek is trying to slay the beast that is Ticketmaster. The ticketing and tech company is launching SeatGeek Open, a platform that will let customers buy tickets in almost any app. Through SeatGeek Open, an Uber customer who was in a ride toward a stadium, for example, could see and purchase tickets available for a game that day. “Ticketing has long … [Link]
Mashable » Rihanna to receive 'Video Vanguard' award at VMAs
All that work work work work work paid off: Rihanna will receive the MTV Video Music Awards' Video Vanguard award at this year's ceremony. The Michael Jackson Video Vanguard award, basically the VMA's version of a lifetime achievement award, is the biggest honor of the night. SEE ALSO: Rihanna, Anne Hathaway join 'Ocean's Eight' heist movie Previous recipients include Jackson, Madonna, … [Link]
Popular Science » How To Take Amazing Pictures Of This Weekend's Perseid Meteor Shower
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Mashable » Britney Spears' new song 'Clumsy' will make you fall over yourself with glee
“Oops!” exclaims Britney Spears in her latest track off her forthcoming album, Glory. Yep, Britney's back, bitch, and she is definitely not that innocent. "Clumsy" is pure fun — a bouncing pop gem that follows Britney on the prowl. "Call me a fool, call me a saint, but don't call it a date," instructs Spears. You had better behave (except on … [Link]
Popular Science » Best Fighter Jet In History Grounded By Bees
Military F-22Beeeeeeeeeesssssss Bees on a jet… [Link]
Mashable » Kendall Jenner is on the September cover of 'Vogue.' Kongratulations, Kris!
Kendall Jenner is on the cover of Vogue's prestigious September issue and we're so, so happy for Kris Jenner. It looks like Anna Wintour wasn't among those offended by the "Famous" video. Jenner is the first Kardashian to get a solo cover of the magazine in America, although Kim and Kanye previously covered it. SEE ALSO: Kendall Jenner could be using … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Virtual reality helps eight paralysed people feel their legs
Hooking the brain up to virtual avatars and robotic exoskeletons has allowed people who have been paralysed for many years to regain some control of their body [Link]
Mashable » Your new summer playlist is here, curated by Obama
Barack Obama knows we're heartbroken about him leaving the White House, so he's compensating for it by leaving a few legacies behind. Our super cool dad of a president just dropped not one but two summer playlists on Twitter – one for getting pumped up during the day and one for rocking out at night. That's one more playlist than he … [Link]
Mashable » Reddit's Olympic subreddit should be your homepage
Reddit, like the rest of us, has been inspired by the Rio Olympics. Specifically, we'd like to bring the r/Olympics subreddit to your attention. In a world of continuous NBC commercials and strict International Olympic Committee regulations on content, this one subreddit is killing it. There are many different reasons for this: the sheer amount of information provided, the level of … [Link]
Slashdot » Next Generation of Wireless — 5G — Is All Hype
Many people have promised us that 5G will be here very soon. And it will be the best thing ever. To quote Lowell McAdam, the CEO of Verizon, 5G is "wireless fiber," and to quote SK Telecom, thanks to 5G we will soon be able to "transfer holograms" because the upcoming standard is "100 times faster" than our current communications … [Link]
Mashable » Wildfires in Portuguese island surround main city
Wildfires in the Portuguese island of Madeira have reached the capital Funchal on Thursday, killing three elderly people and leaving more than 300 injured. A forest watchman was killed on the mainland during the night when one of more than 100 blazes engulfed the caravan he was sleeping in 150km (95 miles) north of Lisbon. As the emergency continues in Madeira, … [Link]
Mashable » Amazing! Master’s student uses clickbait to nail his thesis
You’ll never guess what this guy wrote as his thesis headline. In an effort to make his project more interesting, University of Oslo student Ola modeled his thesis title after some of the clickbaitiest clickbait he's seen on the internet. SEE ALSO: Mom finds the perfect way to ensure her internet-obsessed kids do their chores 
Image: procrastination-day/reddit"The university told me to … [Link]
Popular Science » More Details About New 'Star Trek' Series Revealed
Entertainment The main character will be a woman It's like Christmas morning this week for details-starved Star Trek fans. [Link]
Mashable » This rugged phone comes with a built-in action camera
Why carry a smartphone and an action camera when you can just carry a smartphone with an action camera built right in it? That's exactly what Kyocera's DuraForce Pro phone is. The military-grade Android phone comes with your standard 13-megapixel rear camera and 5-megapixel selfie camera and an additional "action camera" on the back with a super wide 135-degree field-of-view lens. … [Link]
Mashable » Pirates fan attempts to catch foul ball, catches face full of nachos instead
This is nacho ordinary foul ball. A dedicated but hungry Pittsburgh Pirates fan who attempted to catch a foul ball during their game at PNC Park against the San Diego Padres wound up catching a face full of nachos, instead. SEE ALSO: Mortified goalie accidentally scored against his own team It appears as though the fan was so captivated by the … [Link]
Mashable » The first drive-in theaters welcomed even the noisiest families
1938Image: Bernd Lohse/ullstein bild via Getty ImagesIn May 1933, Richard Hollingshead, a sales manager at an auto products store in Camden, New Jersey, patented a new idea: an outdoor cinema where people could watch films from the comfort and privacy of their cars.Hollingshead was motivated to develop the idea after witnessing his mother’s difficulty sitting comfortably in a movie theater. He … [Link]
Slashdot » Google Fined For Breaking Russian Antitrust Rules With Android
Google has been fined a sum of $6.75 million for competition violations by Russia's antimonopoly watchdog on Thursday. The antimonopoly body accused U.S. technology company Google of forcing retailers to install and keep a suite of its app on mobile phones that were sold on the Russian market. SeekingAlpha adds: Google was found last October to have violated rules related … [Link]
Popular Science » Paralyzed Patients Regain Partial Movement With Long-Term Brain Training
Health Therapeutic device could be effective treatment for paralysis Today, publishing in the journal Scientific Reports, a group of researchers working with paralyzed people showed that by using a non-invasive device called a… [Link]
Mashable » How to switch careers successfully
Mashable’s latest #BizChats Twitter chat discussed how to switch careers and pursue dormant skills that you've never tapped into before. SEE ALSO: Want to switch careers? DKNY PR Girl has some tips for you. Over the course of an hour, our career experts covered an array of questions ranging from how to cope with career anxiety when contemplating a potential career … [Link]
Mashable » Signs you're reading too much into instant messages with emoji
Instant messages can be hard to interpret. What does that smiley face emoji at the end of the sentence really mean? Are they just being nice, or do they mean something more? Often, we confer with friends about the ambiguous messages. Here's what those conversations look like. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Standalone Featured, Instant Messaging, Office, and Work
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Slashdot » Hack of Democrats' Accounts Was Wider Than Believed, Officials Say
A Russian cyberattack that targeted Democratic politicians was bigger than it first appeared and breached private email accounts of more than 100 party officials and groups (could be paywalled; alternate source), reports The New York Times, citing officials with knowledge of the case. From the report: The widening scope of the attack has prompted the F.B.I. to broaden its investigation, … [Link]
Popular Science » Nissan's BladeGlider Is A Zero-Emissions Sports Car
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Mashable » Makeup artist turned herself into Buster Bluth for some reason
YouTuber Katelyn Galloway has the makeup skills to transform herself into anyone. Her latest project? Buster Bluth from Arrested Development. Her new look, complete with color contacts and a juice box, is Balboa Bay Window and Motherboy ready. We could only have been more impressed if she did her makeup with a hook for a hand. Giant cock in man's … [Link]
Mashable » Giant cock in man's yard attracts visitors (This is not clickbait Facebook, we swear)
Jim Hughes, 73, of East Wemyss, Fife has invited a lot of attention to his front garden of late because of a very unique yard fixture: a giant cock. To clarify, he has trimmed an ivy-covered cherry tree to resemble a 14-foot-tall male chicken. SEE ALSO: Watch these pro groundskeepers transform a baseball field into fun emoji art The pensioner … [Link]
Mashable » Romania hardcore trolls journalist for allegedly faking report on arms sales
LONDON — Sky News Chief Correspondent Stuart Ramsay has been accused of falsifying the circumstances of a report on underground arms sales in Romania. Sky News conducted an investigation into the sale of military grade weapons by Eastern European mafia gangs, who purportedly will supply to anyone with adequate funds. Ramsay and a team of Sky associates allegedly negotiated a rendezvous … [Link]
Mashable » Kid has cutest reaction to finding out he's getting twin siblings
This little kid just found out he'll be a big brother, and so far, there seems to be no hint of sibling rivalry. A new video from Brazil shows the boy looking at his mother's latest ultrasound, which — surprise — shows twins. This is double the good news for the enthusiastic, good-natured young man. He's thrilled and emotional, at … [Link]
Mashable » Buy your luxury items now, according to Adobe price index
Hey big spender. Now is a good time to buy products that aren't necessities, according to new data from Adobe that measures the digital US economy. Prices are down for discretionary spending, which includes non-essential products like electronics, toys and sporting goods. At the same time, prices for necessities are following regular inflation patterns. SEE ALSO: Xiaomi's MacBook Air clone is … [Link]
Mashable » Here's how to watch the Perseid meteor shower 'outburst event' tonight
People in the darkest parts of Europe and North America with good weather are sure to get a great view of what could be the most impressive Perseid meteor shower since at least 2009 overnight on Thursday and into early Friday morning. Some projections show meteor, or "shooting star," rates reaching as many as 200 per hour, which is about double … [Link]
Popular Science » Virtual Reality Training Turns Olympic Triathlon Course Into Motor Memory
Technology It helps to know the road before you go Gwen Jorgensen’s secret training tool isn’t her $10,000 road bike—it’s her mind. [Link]
Slashdot » Bill Gates Has Spent $1+ Million To Get Mark Zuckerberg's Software In Schools
theodp writes: "Today is a milestone for personalized learning," boasted Mark Zuckerberg in a Facebook post Tuesday. "For the first time, more than 100 new schools will adopt personalized learning tools this school year. […] A couple of years ago, our engineering team partnered with Summit [a Zuckerberg, Facebook, and Gates Foundation supported charter school network] to build out their … [Link]
Mashable » How J.J. Abrams almost ruined 'Superman'
That’s right, J.J. Abrams almost made a really bad Superman movie. Luckily, it fell victim to the development hell process. However, concept art and a leaked script give us some insight into the Superman movie that could have been. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Standalone Featured, Jj Abrams, Justice League, and Superman [Link]
New Scientist – News » Best look yet at how our brain's sewage system flushes out waste
A souped-up MRI scanner has revealed the forces that push waste products out of our brains, a process that may be crucial for preventing Alzheimer's disease [Link]
New Scientist – News » First Americans must have arrived by sea, not via Alaska
A study of prehistoric DNA has challenged the established theory that says people first reached the Americas via a land bridge in the Arctic [Link]
Mashable » Trendy capybara sports stunning floral choker at local pool
It's the combo we've all been waiting for: the globe's largest rodent and the summer's hottest trend. Yes, Sweetie the capybara was spotted wearing a whimsical floral choker as she lounged in the pool early last week. She paired it with nothing, because it's a pool and she is a capybara. We hope to see Sweetie in buffalo plaid as … [Link]
Mashable » Arianna Huffington leaves the Huffington Post to focus on a startup
Arianna Huffington has announced that she's leaving the Huffington Post after 11 years at the helm of the company to focus her attention on a new startup on health and wellness. Huffington's name is synonymous with digital journalism, having built one of the first major online media destinationsHuffPo continues to be one of the most-trafficked news websites. SEE ALSO: Yahoo … [Link]
Mashable » Teen keeps it super real in makeup tutorial
Ever been daunted by the unattainability of makeup looks? So has this teen, but she decided to film a makeup tutorial anyway. Morgan Hanbery, an 18-year-old from Orlando, Florida, tweeted a how-to video on Sunday that has enthralled the internet with its hilarious honesty. Because, truly, what is the point of buying all those expensive brushes? SEE ALSO: Makeup artist's Ron … [Link]
Mashable » Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant's Reddit AMA was both revealing and so hilariously British
LONDON — James Bond, hotdogs, and charm — these are just three of the many random topics that cropped up in Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant's glorious Reddit AMA. SEE ALSO: 15 things we learned from Sir Ian McKellen's Reddit AMA The pair took to Reddit on Wednesday ahead of the release of their new film, Florence Foster Jenkins. The whole … [Link]
Mashable » Irish man creates hilariously budget parody of 'Stranger Things'
Imagine if Stranger Things had been set in Ireland, the budget had been cut hard, and the children had been replaced by fully-grown, bearded men and you may end up with something similar to the clip above. Irish comedy group Fupin Eejits are the trio behind the short (but undeniably sweet) parody above. SEE ALSO: 8 subtle 'Stranger Things' references … [Link]
Mashable » People are sharing this all-time favorite Olympic memory
LONDON — One of the best things about the Olympics is remembering the great moments from Olympics past. On August 3 at the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games in Spain, Derek Redmond suffered a torn hamstring during the 400m men's semi-final, instantly shattering his dreams of a medal. Heartbreaking injuries at the Olympics certainly aren't uncommon, but what followed would mark this … [Link]
WIRED » The Best TVs for Cramming Into Your Dorm Room
We’ve tested all of the models below in our labs, and we're here to tell you which ones are worth your hard-earned dollars. The post The Best TVs for Cramming Into Your Dorm Room appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Open Source Won. So, Now What?
Open source now runs the world. But it still faces problems The post Open Source Won. So, Now What? appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Review: HP Chromebook 13
With a $500 Chromebook, HP gives Chrome OS the middle ground it needed. The post Review: HP Chromebook 13 appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Incredible Rocket Photos, Huh? Yeah, a 16-Year-Old Took Them
John Kraus is one of the youngest spaceflight photojournalists in the US. And he's awesome. The post Incredible Rocket Photos, Huh? Yeah, a 16-Year-Old Took Them appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » The Electric Fisker Karma Is Back—And This Time It Works
The newly christened Karma Revero looks a lot like the old Fisker, but with a year's worth of engineering upgrades. The post The Electric Fisker Karma Is Back—And This Time It Works appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » What’s in the CDC’s Zika Prevention Kits, From Permethrin to Condoms
The CDC wants you to stock up on the right stuff, but for many it will be too little, too late. The post What's in the CDC's Zika Prevention Kits, From Permethrin to Condoms appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Augmented Reality Games Like Pokémon Go Need a Code of Ethics—Now
Developers of AR games like Pokémon Go must realize that using the physical world as a gaming space makes them somewhat responsible for what happens there. The post Augmented Reality Games Like Pokémon Go Need a Code of Ethics—Now appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » It’d Be Crazy Easy for Brazil to Block the Web Right Now
The country has proven time again that it's willing to block access to sites. The post It'd Be Crazy Easy for Brazil to Block the Web Right Now appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Why Olympic Sharpshooters Insist On Looking Like Cyborgs
The gold medal for badass Olympics gear goes to shooting glasses—cyborgian specs that looked like they could've been plucked straight off Deadshot's face. The post Why Olympic Sharpshooters Insist On Looking Like Cyborgs appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » The Startup That Could Help GM Beat Google to the Self-Driving Car
Four months after General Motors bought Cruise Automation, the San Francisco-based startup is racing Google to build fully autonomous cars. The post The Startup That Could Help GM Beat Google to the Self-Driving Car appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Artist 3D prints porcelain pieces and it's mesmerizing
Colorado-based artist Heather Kegel is creating ceramic art by combining one of the newest technologies with one of the oldest building materials. Using the machine that her father helped her build, Kegel is able to print a range of functional porcelain pieces, which is becoming a growing trend in the pottery community. For all Kegel's works in progress, check out her … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Client-Side Data Storage – $12.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "Client-Side Data Storage" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-08-12 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » Julian Assange will finally be questioned inside the Ecuadorian embassy
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will be questioned in the next weeks inside the Ecuadorian embassy in London, where he's been living for four years. SEE ALSO: WikiLeaks to U.S. Politicians & Media: "Stop Inciting Assange's Murder" Swedish prosecutors received the green light from the Ecuadorian attorney general to question Assange over a rape allegation, which he denies. Assange refuses to go … [Link]
Mashable » Japanese curry rice T-shirt looks like a delicious hot mess
Warning: this post might induce serious hunger pangs. Japanese online retailer Tanuki just released a new T-shirt and never have we wished harder that a clothing item was edible. SEE ALSO: Indonesian toilet-themed restaurant serves food and drinks in squat toilets 
Image: TanukiThe front and back of the "Psychic Curry" T-shirt is covered in a super realistic Japanese curry print and … [Link]
Slashdot » NASA Awards Companies $65 Million To Develop Habitats For Deep Space
An anonymous reader writes from a report via TechCrunch: NASA has committed $65 million to six companies over the course of two years for the purpose of developing and testing deep-space habitats that could be used for future missions to Mars. TechCrunch reports: "It's part of the organization's NEXTStep, an ongoing partnership program under NASA's Advanced Exploration Systems that funds … [Link]
Mashable » LG's V20 flagship phone promises superb hi-fi sound
In the world of smartphones, a "flagship" phone usually designates a company's best, most fully featured product. LG, however, challenges this definition: With its semi-modular design, the company's G5 was a different kind of flagship, and last year's V10, with its dual screen, was also an experiment of sorts. Now, LG has begun to share details about its upcoming LG V20, … [Link]
Mashable » Another private school boy is accused of sharing nude images of students online
Another private school in Australia is caught up in an "inappropriate images" scandal. A 16-year-old student from St. Michael's Grammar School in Melbourne is under investigation, after allegations that he'd been using Dropbox to share nude images of high school girls, in what The Age is calling a "pornography ring" of circulated content. SEE ALSO: Facebook shuts down 'sexist' group 'Bloke's … [Link]
Mashable » Ronald Reagan was shot while president – his daughter has a few words for Donald Trump
Patti Davis knows what it means to have your father shot while serving as president. On March 30, 1981, Davis' father Ronald Reagan was shot and wounded in Washington, D.C., by John Hinckley Jr., who had become obsessed with attracting the attention of actress Jodie Foster. SEE ALSO: The Secret Service is investigating Trump's 'Second Amendment' comments For these reasons, Davis … [Link]
Mashable » McDonald's tests Singapore appetite for upmarket with three new fancy burgers
SINGAPORE — As local appetites for bigger and better burgers grow, McDonald's is heeding the call by bringing its "premium" range of burgers here. Three new burgers will start becoming available islandwide: classic cheese with Angus beef, spicy tortilla with angus beef, and spicy chicken with apple slaw. SEE ALSO: McDonald's releases Singapore curry sauce in jumbo bottle 
Spicy tortilla with … [Link]
Mashable » Chinese swimmer Ning Zetao ranks 12th but remains No. 1 with his fandom
Ever since the 23-year-old swimmer Chinese swimmer Ning Zetao made his debut at the Rio Olympics, social media posts have seemed more interested in him modelling for photos than for his Olympic success. SEE ALSO: Why the internet has fallen in love with this Olympic swimming champ's adorable reactions On Wednesday, Ning came in sixth in the semifinals of the men's … [Link]
Mashable » These are the $17,000 chopsticks you'll take home after your $2 million dinner
SINGAPORE — If you're shelling out $2 million for a meal, you'll want to make sure you're getting your money's worth. And that's exactly what Singapore restaurant Ce La Vi and Russian diamond company World of Diamonds Group intend to do with their much-talked-about "world's most expensive dining experience." During a media preview held at the rooftop of Marina Bay Sands … [Link]
Mashable » New Wikipedia project champions women scientists in the Antarctic
Ingrid Christensen was a Norwegian explorer, thought to be among the first women to view Antarctica in the 1930s. She also had part of the coast named after her. American Lois Jones led the first all-women team of scientists to the icy continent in 1969. In-Young Ahn is the first South Korean woman to visit Antarctica and the first Asian woman … [Link]
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New Scientist – News » Cast into limbo, UK science is confronting Brexit uncertainty
After the vote to leave the European Union, UK scientists are stepping up pressure on politicians to get the best possible Brexit deal, writes Jeremy Webb [Link]
Mashable » This button could be the easiest way to control your smart home
Smart homes don't need to be complicated. While the smartphone was once hailed as the hub for controlling all of your smart home devices, Amazon's Echo has shown with Alexa that voice commands are more intuitive. Logitech thinks controlling smart homes should be as simple as a press of a button. Or two presses. Or a long press. SEE ALSO: Logitech's … [Link]
Slashdot » Google Ventures CEO and Founder Bill Maris Is Leaving
According to a report from Recode, the founder and CEO of Google Ventures (GV), Bill Maris, is leaving the firm and its parent company, Alphabet. Recode reports: "Sources say Maris is being replaced by David Krane, a managing partner for the venture arm and one of the earliest corporate communications managers at Google. Maris, an early web entrepreneur, founded Google's … [Link]
Mashable » Not the gold medal winner: Twitter gets the wrong Kyle Chalmers
Aussies seem to love two things recently: Winning gold medals and mistaken identities on Twitter. It's happened again, as 18-year-old wunderkind Kyle Chalmers took out a shocking win at the 100m freestyle at the Rio Olympics, beating out American Nathan Adrian and compatriot Cameron McEvoy to claim gold in the final on Wednesday night. SEE ALSO: OK, let's talk about sex … [Link]
Mashable » Selena Gomez surprises Australian fan by sneaking into her house
You’d struggle to find someone who doesn't love a surprise, especially when it comes from a massive international superstar. Selena Gomez is in Australia for her Revival tour, but a busy schedule won't stop her from visiting one of her biggest fans to kill 'em with kindness. SEE ALSO: Decoding the 'dating lessons' in Selena Gomez’s Vogue Australia interview 
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Mashable » Singaporean company offers to pay people to play 'Pokémon Go'
SINGAPORE — We rubbed our eyes and checked what we were reading twice. Yeah folks, we might just have stumbled upon the best job in the world: getting paid to play Pokémon Go. SEE ALSO: A city in Japan was invaded by 1,000 Pikachu Singaporean social marketplace Funzing posted a job ad on its Facebook page on Wednesday, saying it's looking … [Link]
Mashable » Aly Raisman predicted she would compete in the Olympics at age 9
Kids usually have lofty dreams for when they grow up. Sometimes, they actually come true. Team USA gymnast Aly Raisman (the one whose parents stole our hearts with their animated reactions) predicted that she would become an Olympian at summer camp in 2003. She was just 9 years old. SEE ALSO: OK, let's talk about sex at the Rio Olympics Emily … [Link]
Mashable » Didi Chuxing beat Uber, but was it fair and square?
Soon after Uber all but admitted defeat in China last week, the narrative emerged that the American firm's failure came down to unfair home-ground advantage for Didi Chuxing, the main domestic competitor. Sure, it's easy to point to other companies that have run up against barriers to entry in China. The country has accrued something of a reputation for having spurned … [Link]
Mashable » After petitioning by horse and cart, Uber legalised in another Aussie state
Uber’s headline-grabbing protest, in which the company delivered 15,000 emails to the Queensland state government in a horse and cart, seems to have won out in the end. On Thursday, Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced on Facebook services such as Uber will be legalised from Sept. 5. in the state with the cutting of "80 pieces of taxi red tape." SEE … [Link]
Mashable » 'Mr. Robot' just pulled together its meandering season in a big way. Finally.
Mr. Robot's sophomore season hasn't always been straight-forward. Or exciting, for that matter. Other than its strong premiere, Sam Esmail's techno-thriller has otherwise taken its characters on a myriad of meandering storylines, chock full of suffocating exposition that, at times, has been hard, and uninteresting, to follow. SEE ALSO: 'Mr. Robot' Season 2 could be as captivating, thrilling and jarring as … [Link]
Slashdot » Tesla Owner In China Blames Autopilot For Crash
An anonymous reader quotes a report from USA Today: The owner of a Tesla Motors Model S sedan in China reportedly said his vehicle crashed into a car on the side of the road while the vehicle's Autopilot system was engaged, but the automaker said the driver was using the system improperly. Luo Zhen, 33, of Beijing told Reuters that … [Link]
Mashable » This weird video appeared on YouTube before the Trump Tower climb
The man who scaled Trump Tower appears to have posted a bizarre video to YouTube the day before the stunt. In the video titled "Message to Mr. Trump (why I climbed your tower)," the man is dressed in a hoodie and looks away from the camera. He speaks in a monotone voice and explains that he climbed Trump Tower to … [Link]
Mashable » Ethiopian swimmer mocked for 'dad bod' receiving love and hate online
Ethiopia’s Olympic swimmer, Robel Kiros Habte, is getting lots of love and hate on social media after splashing his way through the 100-meter freestyle heats in Rio. Despite being less-than-chiselled and finishing 59th out of 59 competitors (finishing an entire 17 seconds behind number one), the man who the media have dubbed "Robel the Whale" was happy as hell to be … [Link]
Mashable » Not even your vibrator is safe from data-mining, hackers prove
It’s all fun and games in the Internet of Things until your vibrator gets hacked. On Friday, two hackers at the Def Con hacking conference in Las Vegas proved the wonderfully-named world of "teledildonics" will be just as vulnerable to unfriendly intrusions and data-mining as everything else. The We-Vibe 4 Plus calls itself the "No. 1 couples vibrator." Among its special … [Link]
Mashable » Driver attempts to show off his fast car and fails miserably
"Good job, mate." Owning a fast car can be torture when driving on the city streets, but that doesn't give you an excuse to open up the throttle and drive like a total jerk. Hopefully this reckless driver learned that this probably wasn't the best spot to test out his car's traction. At least the dash cam owner had a … [Link]
Mashable » Covering the 'Stranger Things' title track live is way harder than it seems
The '80s allure of Stranger Things is hard to resist, not least of all because of its synth-heavy theme song. The soundtrack written by Austin synth band Survive is releasing soon, but in the meantime the internet has been enjoying this live cover of the show's title track, by Australian producer Luke Million. SEE ALSO: The 'Stranger Things' soundtrack is dropping … [Link]
Slashdot » Twitter Is Not Legally Responsible For The Rise of ISIS, Rules California District Court
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Verge: A lawsuit accusing Twitter of providing material support to ISIS has been dismissed by a California District Court. First filed in January, the lawsuit argued ISIS's persistent presence on Twitter constituted material support for the terror group, and sought to hold Twitter responsible for an ISIS-linked attack on that basis. Filed … [Link]
Slashdot » Linux Trojan Mines For Cryptocurrency Using Misconfigured Redis Servers
An anonymous reader writes: In another installment of "Linux has malware too," security researchers have discovered a new trojan that targets Linux servers running Redis, where the trojan installs a cryptocurrency miner. The odd fact about this trojan is that it includes a wormable feature that allows it to spread on its own. The trojan, named Linux.Lady, will look for … [Link]
Mashable » 'Star Trek Discovery' will feature female lead, gay character
LOS ANGELES — Move over, Captains Kirk and Picard. At CBS' Television Critics Association presentation Wednesday, Star Trek Discovery showrunner Bryan Fuller revealed the new series will feature a female lead — and that she will not be a captain. SEE ALSO: 'Star Trek Discovery' will boldly launch with a new ship, new format There will also "absolutely" be a gay … [Link]
Mashable » Britney Spears to appear on 'Carpool Karaoke'
Britney Spears will take a seat next to James Corden on an upcoming episode of "Carpool Karaoke." Let's just hope she sings it live. The "Make Me" singer will appear on the The Late Late Show with James Corden segment on August 25, the day before the release of her ninth studio album, Glory. SEE ALSO: Kanye West keeps canceling on … [Link]
Mashable » Australia ~almost~ beat the U.S. in basketball and Twitter had a meltdown
What. A. Game. It's not often you see Team USA get a run for its money in basketball, but Australia did its very best Wednesday night (Rio time) at the Olympics. SEE ALSO: Rio Olympics: What's up with all those empty seats? Australia, nicknamed the Boomers, led by five points at halftime. Ultimately, the team's lead slipped away in the final … [Link]
Mashable » OK, let's talk about sex at the Rio Olympics
Olympians are doin' it, doin' it and doin' it well, to paraphrase one LL Cool J. We're talking about sports, of course. But the same applies to sex at the Games. SEE ALSO: Why the death of John Saunders rocked the sports world so hard Ten-thousand of the world's most finely tuned athletes are living in dorm-style housing for the … [Link]
Slashdot » Man Becomes 'Accidental Millionaire' After Jet.com's Sale To Walmart
The acquisition of Jet.com by Walmart for $3 billion in cash appears to have made the founder of IdeaDash an "accidental millionaire." Fortune reports: "Martin, who is the founder of a startup called IdeaDash, won Jet.com's nationwide marketing competition — Jet Insider — in early 2015. The contest offered a reward of 100,000 shares of Jet stock to the contestant … [Link]
Mashable » This website will help you trick your Snapchat followers
As much fun as Snapchat can be, sometimes there's no getting around the FOMO that goes along with watching friends' Snaps and Stories while you're stuck at home doing nothing. Now, there's a service that aims to help you trick your friends and followers into thinking you're having a fun night out even though you're just hanging at home. It probably … [Link]
Mashable » Weasley is our King: Rupert Grint stops by 'Cursed Child' play
Will the real Ron Weasley please stand up? Harry Potter actor Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) stopped by Palace Theatre in London on Wednesday to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. He also hung out with his grown-up Ron Weasley play counterpart, actor Paul Thornley. The official Harry Potter play Instagram account uploaded photos from backstage. SEE ALSO: Hermione squared: Emma … [Link]
Slashdot » Samsung Pay Hack Lets Attackers Make Fraudulent Payments
jmcbain writes: The Verge reports that a security researcher at DefCon outlined a number of attacks targeting Samsung Pay, Samsung's digital payment system that runs on their smartphones. According to the article, the attack "[focuses] on intercepting or fabricating payment tokens — codes generated by the user's smartphone that stand in for their credit card information. These tokens are sent … [Link]
Mashable » When an athlete's relationships are more important than success in her sport
Gone are the days when female athletes were openly demeaned or ridiculed in sports coverage. The change is welcome, but it hasn’t exactly liberated women from stereotypes that acknowledge their gender first and their success second. Cheryl Cooky knows this firsthand. For the past two decades, she has watched countless hours of sports news in the name of gender equality. She's … [Link]
Mashable » The glory of the Perseids: This year's must-see meteor shower
Each August, the Earth passes through a stream of dust and ice producing one of the most consistent and beautiful meteor showers of the year.This year, the Perseid meteor shower will peak in the overnight hours from Thursday into Friday, bringing as many as 200 shooting stars per hour to the darkest skies on the planet. This is about double the number … [Link]
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