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.
Slashdot » HP Enterprise Reaches $8.8 Billion Deal With Micro Focus For Software Assets
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co will spin off and merge its non-core software assets with Britain's Micro Focus International Plc in a deal worth $8.8 billion, the companies said on Wednesday. The move is part of HPE Chief Executive Meg Whitman's plans to shift HPE's strategy to a few key areas such as … [Link]
Mashable » The gold luxury Apple Watch experiment is dead
A funny thing happened during the Apple Watch Series 2 reveal on Wednesday: Apple didn't make a big deal about the pricey new Edition version of the device. Yes, they mentioned there's now a ceramic Apple Watch, but it's odd that the new Edition model got little attention compared to the grand entrance of the $10,000 original gold Edition. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
WIRED » Hands On: The iPhone 7 Feels a Little Different—and a Lot the Same
I picked the phone up. I tapped the home button. And then I felt the difference. The post Hands On: The iPhone 7 Feels a Little Different—and a Lot the Same appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Dehydration is on trend, according to Kanye West's latest fashion show
Yeezy Season 4 finally arrived in a flurry of spandex neutrals, Snapchats and misery. Kanye West's latest fashion show, according to tradition, was a spectacle — perhaps not the right kind this time around, as onlookers noted the models' palpable suffering. The rapper, designer and thought leader hosted dozens of models at his bi-annual fashion show with Adidas — now, apparently, … [Link]
Popular Science » The New Playstation 4 And PS4 Pro Have Been Revealed
Gadgets Updated tech specs for all Sony updates the Playstation 4 with two new models for this generation. [Link]
Mashable » Hands-on with the iPhone 7: Apple has come a long way
SAN FRANCISCO — I'm not gonna lie to you: the new iPhone 7, which Apple unveiled on Wednesday, feels exquisite and offers the faintest hint of nostalgia. The highly-polished Jet Black exterior (there are other case options, like the matte Black), is eerily reminiscent of the very first iPhone case: black, incredibly shiny and smooth. SEE ALSO: Apple unveils iPhone 7 … [Link]
Mashable » How the iPhone 7 Plus compares with Samsung's Galaxy Note7
The iPhone 7 Plus is Apple's biggest and best iPhone ever. Apple introduced a ton of features including a new Jet Black model, water resistance, dual rear cameras, and increased performance — all of which are very respectable. But how does the iPhone 7 Plus stack up against the Samsung Galaxy Note7, the current best Android phone (when they're not exploding)? … [Link]
Mashable » Secret life of lawn mowers: New Nest ads solve bizarre household mysteries
For anyone who's ever come home to find a mysterious Honda Civic submerged in a backyard pool, there may be a perfectly reasonable explanation, according to a new set of ads from Nest. The Google-owned home tech startup cooked up a few scenarios in which everyday home life goes haywire as a means of advertising its new outdoor surveillance camera. Those … [Link]
WIRED » Hands On: Apple’s AirPod Wireless Earphones Look Crazy, But Work Great
In every meaningful way, they really are just EarPods with the cord chopped off. The post Hands On: Apple's AirPod Wireless Earphones Look Crazy, But Work Great appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » Canadian Telecoms Will Try to Justify Their 'Ripoff' TV Plans Today
Starting today, Canada's top telecom companies will have to answer to the government for "skinny" TV packages — more popularly known as "ripoff" by Canadians. Motherboard reports: In 2015, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) ruled that companies must offer a $25 "skinny" cable package, partly to benefit people earning a lower income. However, additional fees and installation charges … [Link]
Mashable » We may have a Kanye West compilation album to look forward to next year
Almost exactly four years ago, GOOD Music released the compilation album Cruel Summer. The record label, headed by Kanye West, has been teasing the follow-up, Cruel Winter, and thanks to GOOD Music artist Travis Scott, we finally have more details. SEE ALSO: Kanye West tweets that McDonald's is his favorite brand The rapper stopped by Hot 97 radio station to promote … [Link]
Mashable » Giant pandas are officially off the endangered species list
Giant pandas are officially off of the endangered species list after years of work done by activists to replant bamboo forests and improve breeding programs. Unfortunately, things are not looking as good for the eastern gorilla. Read more: http://on.mash.to/2catS9E Read more…More about Mashable Video, Endangered Animals, Endangered, Endangered Species, and Eastern Gorillas
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Mashable » 86-year-old nun is a triathlete and the star of Nike's new ad
Sister Madonna Buder is a devout nun and also an avid athlete — having completed 45 Ironman triathlons. At the age of 86, she is the oldest woman to do so, and she is also the star of Nike's new ad. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Swimming, Biking, Running, and Athlete [Link]
Mashable » Why 1 in 10 residents in this village are over 100 years old
It’s no surprise that doctors have been recommending a mediterranean diet — but for a village in Italy, the secret to living long could be genetics, or just lots of sex. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Science, Elderly, Italy, and Real Time
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Mashable » Apple announces Australian prices for the iPhone 7 and it ain't cheap
As the prophets foretold, Apple has put to death the headphone jack. The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, launched at an event in California Wednesday, are the first iPhones without that familiar 3.5mm headphone jack. Instead Apple fanboys and girls will need to use Lightning-based headphones (called AirPods) that will come in the box with the new smartphone, or a Lightning-to-3.5mm … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Smart wristband tracks vital signs to keep truckers moving
Truckers' well-being is often overlooked. A wristband to monitor their health and manage their workload could help. [Link]
Mashable » No, Apple, killing your headphone jack is not 'courage'
I’ve been at or watched every Apple keynote and product launch event since 1998. I was there when they killed the CD drive in the Macbook Air and the 30-pin connector in the iPhone 5. I've witnessed the demise of every Macbook charger. And I've never heard anything as ridiculous emanate from that stage as I did Wednesday, when marketing chief … [Link]
WIRED » Song Exploder: Mitski Breaks Down Her Haunting ‘Your Best American Girl’
What do you do when you love someone but you're just completely different? Mitski has a song for that. The post Song Exploder: Mitski Breaks Down Her Haunting 'Your Best American Girl' appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » Intel Selling Majority Stake In Intel Security, 'New' Company To Be Called McAfee
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Fortune: Intel is spinning out its security business with help from private equity firm TPG, as the chip giant focuses more on its top growth opportunities. Intel will collect $3.1 billion in cash and retain a 49% ownership stake. TPG will own 51% of the new company, to be called McAfee. Under terms … [Link]
Mashable » Your super slow Apple Watch will become way faster on Sept. 13
Along with the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus and Apple Watch 2, Apple announced watchOS 3 will be available for download on Sept. 13, the same day iOS 10 drops. WatchOS 3 is a software update that no Apple Watch owner will want to miss. As we touched upon at WWDC in June, Apple's reworked some of the core functions … [Link]
Mashable » Magical cat isn't even sorry he rolled in the bathtub and got covered in glitter
Not all cats can be this fancy. Amanda Barron's cat Salem loves bathtubs. Unfortunately for Barron, this means he also loves to jump into the tub almost as soon as she isn't using it — whether it's clean or not. SEE ALSO: Cat is determined to relax despite too-small cat hammock After Barron used an Intergalactic bath bomb from Lush … [Link]
WIRED » Actually, Clinton Should Have Destroyed Her Phones Better
Politics aside, the best way to destroy data is often physical destruction—ideally, "a blender and fire." The post Actually, Clinton Should Have Destroyed Her Phones Better appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Deadly Louisiana deluge had a major climate change assist, study finds
The 7.1 trillion gallons of torrential rainfall that a storm dumped on Louisiana in August, leading to a flooding disaster that killed at least 13 people and caused more than $1 billion in damage, had a direct link to human-caused global warming, a new study finds. In short, while these events are still rare — on the order of about once … [Link]
Mashable » Side-by-side comparison of homemade 'Suicide Squad' trailer with the original
CineFix's Deadshot vs. Will Smith's Deadshot. Which do you like more? Homemade Movies recreated the Suicide Squad trailer, and then put it side-by-side to the original to see how it stacks up. Subscribe to CineFix for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinefix&#~ Busker serendades commuters with stirring rendition of the GoT theme Ellen DeGeneres tried to scare Aly Raisman, did not scare Aly … [Link]
Mashable » 6 novel-writing tips from one of the publishing world's top editors
Lots of people have, at one point or another, harbored dreams of writing the next great novel. But where to begin? Luckily, MashReads went to the best in the business to ask for tips. Cheryl Klein, editor extraordinaire who helped shepherd some of the best YA and children's books to publishing and was the continuity editor for the last two Harry … [Link]
Slashdot » FAA May Ban Galaxy Note 7 On Flights Due To Exploding Batteries
An anonymous reader writes: Samsung has recalled roughly 2.5 million Galaxy Note 7 smartphones after it was discovered that at least 35 of the devices had spontaneously burst into flames due to faulty batteries. As a result, the FAA is deciding whether or not to ban the devices on planes. "The FAA and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration … [Link]
Mashable » Ellen DeGeneres tried to scare Aly Raisman, did not scare Aly Raisman
It should not be surprising that Aly Raisman, Olympic medalist, noted psychic and queen of our hearts, does not scare easily. But Ellen DeGeneres decided to try anyway. Ellen, who is notorious for pranking celebrities, tried to spring some kind of scary tennis man on Raisman and her parents, who all appeared on Wednesday's Ellen. Raisman appeared only mildly curious … [Link]
Mashable » Missed the Apple event? You can watch the entire keynote video online.
Apple released a ton of new information Wednesday at its event in San Francisco. From iPhone 7 news regarding cameras, battery life and speakers, to the release of new Apple Watches and some special guest appearances, it's an event you won't want to miss. SEE ALSO: Apple unveils iPhone 7 and 7 Plus without headphone jack In case you weren't able … [Link]
WIRED » Can You Find the Philae Lander Hiding on the Surface of a Comet?
The ESA found its lost comet probe, and a whole lot of science. The post Can You Find the Philae Lander Hiding on the Surface of a Comet? appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Slashdot » Apple Announces Apple Watch Series 2 With GPS, Water-Resistance and Faster Performance
In addition to two shiny new iPhones, Apple has announced its second generation Apple Watch today, calling it the Apple Watch Series 2. The appearance is nearly identical to the original Apple Watch, with the exception of the new (optional) ceramic build material. The biggest changes can be found under the hood. The Verge reports: "The built-in GPS allows the … [Link]
Popular Science » Tomorrow Night, Watch OSIRIS-REx Blast Off Towards An Asteroid
Space Ready for launch OSIRIS-REx launches tomorrow. [Link]
Mashable » Joyful kid's carefree dance moves will give you life
This kid just gets the phrase "dance like no one is watching." Amongst a group of people doing the same choreography, the adorable tyke performed his own interpretation of the moves. SEE ALSO: Preschooler thinks the idea of a pizza boyfriend is just the funniest Let his happy face, shimmying body and carefree moves brighten your day. Read more… More about … [Link]
Mashable » Glamorous teen applying flawless makeup is your new life coach
If you're looking for some life advice (and a new beauty routine), look no further. After being body shamed by a friend, 16-year-old Sydnie Adams from New Orleans, Louisiana, posted a video on Twitter applying flawless, glamorous makeup. SEE ALSO: Student's senior portrait is seriously on fleek thanks to his genius trick 
Adams told her friend that she wanted to get … [Link]
Mashable » Moms caught smoking celebratory back-to-school joint in a school zone
While many parents rejoice at the return of school each fall, a group of Canadian moms couldn't wait to leave the school parking lot before beginning their celebrations. Sgt. John Price with the Saanich Police Department on Vancouver Island in Canada was monitoring speeding traffic near the Spectrum-Marigold school on Tuesday when he pulled over a mother who was speeding in … [Link]
Popular Science » Classic Cars Get An Electric Upgrade From e-Drive Retro
From Our Blogs: Speed Lab Making "EV" mean "Electric Vintage" E-Drive Retro in Helsinki, Finland, converts vintage internal combustion engine cars to electric drive and adds sensors and wireless communications. [Link]
WIRED » Here’s Everything Apple Announced Today
There was a new iPhone, a new Watch, new wireless earpods, and some other little things. Read about all of it right here The post Here's Everything Apple Announced Today appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » Rains That Caused Louisiana Flood More Likely Thanks To Climate Change
Environment 40 percent more likely now than in the 20th century, according to NOAA study The floods that hit Louisiana last month killed 13 people, and damaged over 60,000 houses. [Link]
Mashable » 'Mass Effect: Andromeda' looks amazing in 4K gameplay teaser
Mass Effect: Andromeda is going 4K and it has the gorgeous gameplay to prove it. Gameplay footage of the next installment in the epic sci-fi series Mass Effect was shown off at Sony's PlayStation Meeting event Wednesday alongside the official announcement of Sony's 4K-capable PlayStation 4 Pro. Mass Effect: Andromeda is still in pre-alpha development, but the slice of the … [Link]
Slashdot » Google Teams Up With Cloud Company Box To Sell More Google Apps For Work
Two big giants in the cloud storage race are joining hands. Box, which leads enterprise content platform, on Wednesday announced a partnership with Google. The companies say they will collaborate on several initiatives to transform work in the cloud, including integrations between Box, Google Docs and Google Springboard, to deliver a seamless experience for working and collaborating on content in … [Link]
Mashable » Sorry Tesla, Woz says he's trading the Model S in for a Chevy Bolt EV
If you think the Tesla Model S is the only EV good enough for tech royalty like Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, you might want to reconsider your stance. That's because, according to the Woz's verified Facebook page, he's planning to trade in his Model S for the forthcoming Chevrolet Bolt EV. SEE ALSO: Will.i.am's custom Tesla Model S is perfectly hideous … [Link]
Mashable » Everyone's a Kardashian at Kanye West's Saint Pablo tour
When Kanye West had four minutes to say whatever he wanted at the VMAs, he stuck to the message, "We're all in the same bed." He echoed the sentiment as if he was shocked his "Famous" video, in which Chris Brown and Rihanna were naked next to each other, could be interpreted as anything but an idealistic vision of peace. As … [Link]
Mashable » Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston flood the internet again with breakup news
Dynamic tabloid duo Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston have broken up after only three months of dating. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Standalone Featured, Tom Hiddleston, Hiddleswift, and Taylor Swift
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Mashable » Dos Equis debuts younger, Spanish-speaking 'Most Interesting Man'
With Jonathan Goldsmith's "Most Interesting Man" character presumably languishing on Mars, Dos Equis has found a new pitchman to fill his shoes. The Heineken-owned beer brand announced the new hire in a short teaser commercial in which French actor Augustin Legrand watches one of his predecessor's ads in a dingy Mexican bar. SEE ALSO: The Most Interesting Man in the World … [Link]
Mashable » Colin Kaepernick says he'll donate profits from NFL's hottest-selling jersey
Colin Kaepernick's number-seven San Francisco 49ers jersey has become the NFL's hottest seller since he began a silent protest during pregame renditions of the national anthem last month. Now Kaepernick says he'll back up his actions with his wallet by donating all his proceeds from the surging jersey sales. SEE ALSO: If you're outraged about Brock Turner, you need to learn … [Link]
Mashable » Dude unexpectedly snaps the perfect sunset wedding photo
Photographers are gonna photograph. So when Mike Karas spotted the perfect sunset moment between two newlyweds, he captured it with his zoom lens — even though he was several hundred yards away and not the official wedding photographer. "I was with some other hikers and saw [the couple] pop out on that ledge just as the sun was setting," Karas told … [Link]
WIRED » Does Atlanta Have to Be ‘Important,’ or Just Good?
On this week's podcast, the WIRED Culture team is discussing Donald Glover's new show for FX, and what it means for television. The post Does Atlanta Have to Be 'Important,' or Just Good? appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Buzzfeed Motion Pictures originals headed to YouTube Red
LOS ANGELES — The Try Guys and Quinta Brunson are headed to YouTube Red. Buzzfeed Motion Pictures — part of the entertainment division of the media company — announced Wednesday that YouTube has ordered shows from two of Buzzfeed's video stars. Broke, a scripted comedy series that was created by and stars Buzzfeeder Quinta Brunson, will debut Sept. 28. The Try … [Link]
Mashable » The PlayStation Neo is now the PlayStation 4 Pro
Sony’s "PlayStation Neo," the company's 4K- and HDR-ready companion console, now has an official name: the PlayStation 4 Pro. At a press conference in New York on Wednesday, Sony highlighted how the console could fully take advantage of 4K televisions by showing highly detailed scenes, all rendered in game engines. The PS4 Pro will be released on Nov. 10 for $399, … [Link]
Slashdot » Sony Announces Two New Versions of PlayStation 4: One Slimmer, Other More Powerful
Sony isn't done with the PlayStation 4. The company today revealed the PS4 Slim, a thinner version of its latest console that's been lurking around the rumor mill for months now. The Slim lands on September 15th for $300. The PS4 Slim features all the guts of a standard PS4 plus a few cosmetic and convenience upgrades, including a lightbar … [Link]
Mashable » The 5 biggest takeaways from the Apple event
The day finally came. Apple announced the Apple Watch Series 2, and the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus at an event in San Francisco on Wednesday. As the event wraps up with a musical finale, we have listed its biggest takeaways for our Apple-hungry audience: 1. Super Mario is coming to the iPhone Yes, you heard it right. Apple's event started … [Link]
Mashable » The new iPhone 7 battery case still has that damn bump
With all of the iPhone 7's sleek new features, we were hoping that their portable battery cases might be a bit sleeker, too. Alas, they still feature that ugly bump in the middle. Following the announcement of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, Apple put a slew of cases for the new devices up on its website. SEE ALSO: Live … [Link]
WIRED » A Week’s Stay at Antarctica’s Only Luxury Campsite Costs as Much as a Car
Antarctica’s only luxury resort offers icy vistas, emperor penguins, and a fiberglass sleeping pod bedecked like a scene from Hipster Game of Thrones The post A Week’s Stay at Antarctica’s Only Luxury Campsite Costs as Much as a Car appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » Apple Debuts AirPod Wireless Headphones
Gadgets Seamlessly link across all Apple devices… until you lose them. Apple announced a wireless alternative for headphone users with a lot of perks. The company's new AirPod headphones are wireless buds that seamlessly link between all of… [Link]
Mashable » Open water nears North Pole as 2016 melt season races to finish
With the midnight sun sinking lower in the sky each day, now is typically the time of year when the annual summer sea ice melt slows to a crawl in the Arctic. But 2016 is not your typical year in that part of the world. In fact, no year is "typical" anymore for a region that is warming at about twice … [Link]
WIRED » Trump Finally Says Something Coherent About ‘the Cyber’
Hey, it's a start. The post Trump Finally Says Something Coherent About 'the Cyber' appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Apple’s iOS 10 Is Coming to Your iPhone Sept. 13
Get ready for slammin' text messages. The post Apple's iOS 10 Is Coming to Your iPhone Sept. 13 appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Someone stole over $2 million in jewelry from Drake's tour bus
It was a dark night in Phoenix, ArizonaDrake and Future had just finished up giving the crowd all they had for a knockout performance, running through their hits with their woes and ensuring all would have a night to remember. Turns out, some thieves had a memorable night too. TMZ reports that $2-3 million worth of jewelry was stolen from the … [Link]
Mashable » Apple kills 16GB smartphone with iPhone 7, now starts at 32GB
After weeks of speculation it turns out that one of the most talked about iPhone 7 rumors is true: Apple just killed the 16GB iPhone. SEE ALSO: Live from San Francisco: Apple iPhone 7 Event On Wednesday, Apple's Phil Schiller came on stage and trolled the entire audience by first showing the iPhone 7 starting with a 16GB model, but then … [Link]
Mashable » Apple's iPhone 7 and 7 Plus prices show that eliminating the headphone jack doesn't save you much money
Apple may have radicalized its product by eliminating the headphone jack from the next-generation iPhone, but one major thing is staying consistent: They're pricey. The iPhone 7 is priced at $649 for 32GB, $749 for 128GB and $849 for 256GB. The iPhone 7 Plus starts at $769 for 32GB and also sells for $869 for 128GB and $969 for 256GB. SEE … [Link]
Mashable » Woman doesn't understand why everyone thinks she is dead
It’s wonderful to rise from the dead, and even better if you were never dead in the first place. Over the weekend, Lupita Gonzalez's mother in Shafter, California, got a bizarre call from a family member, concerned that her daughter had died. Funeral jars, featuring her daughter's face and calling for donations, had started to appear all around town. The jars … [Link]
WIRED » The iPhone 7: More Camera, More Colors, Less Headphone Jack
Apple’s new smartphone isn't a radical redesign, but it will definitely change the way you use your phone. The post The iPhone 7: More Camera, More Colors, Less Headphone Jack appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » The internet loves this mundane Wyoming livestream for some reason
Setting up a livestream in 2016 is so easy, anyone can do it. However, if you don't have anything interesting to show, maybe you shouldn't. In what is possibly the most boring livestream of the year, a webcam focused on the town square of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, suddenly has thousands of viewers tuning in to watch the mundane video. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
Mashable » Apple's wireless buds are called the AirPods, and they just might be great
At its iPhone 7 launch event Wednesday, Apple probably spent more time talking about audio than in its last two iPhone events combined. Besides removing the headphone jack and including both a new set of Lightning Earpods and a 3.5mm audio jack to Lightning dongle/converter (both of which are included in the box), Apple also announced the AirPods, a new set … [Link]
Mashable » The PlayStation 4 gets a slimmer, sleaker redesign
The new PlayStation 4, previously dubbed the PS4 Slim by the public, was officially announced by Sony Wednesday. SEE ALSO: PlayStation finally offers better password security, five years after hack The PS4 is a smaller, modified version of the original PS4 and is scheduled to replace it in stores starting Sept. 15 for $299. The changes and updates Sony didn't pull … [Link]
Popular Science » Apple's EarPods Now Connect Through The Lightning Port
Gadgets Hit the road, (headphone) jack After much speculation, Apple confirmed today at its fall 2016 event in San Francisco, that the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will not have headphone jacks. [Link]
Mashable » Everything Apple's new AirPods look like
The future is wireless — and kinda looks like a broken Q-tip. *Pause to gasp in awe* Apple unveiled our wireless future with the introduction of the headphone jack-less iPhone 7 and AirPods. The AirPods take Apple's traditional EarPods and snip the cords for an audio experience that you'll probably lose at least twice a week. SEE ALSO: Apple unveils iPhone … [Link]
Slashdot » Dutchman Dies in Tesla Crash; Firefighters Feared Electrocution
A Dutchman died on Wednesday after his Tesla collided with a tree, according to local authorities, and it took firefighters hours to remove his body from the vehicle due to fears they could be electrocuted. Reuters reports: The cause of the crash on a highway about 40 kilometers east of Amsterdam was not known. Photos of the crash scene published … [Link]
Mashable » Everyone has the same fear about Apple's new earbuds
Have you "already lost" your new AirPods, the wireless earbuds Apple unveiled at Wednesday's iPhone 7 event? Yeah, you and everybody else. SEE ALSO: The iPhone 7 will apparently have stereo speakers after all Apple just announced the AirPods and I already lost them. — Steve Kovach (@stevekovach) September 7, 2016 I've already lost the Apple AirPods #AppleEvent — Nathan Sykes … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Your distinctive hairprint can identify you even when DNA fails
Analysing the proteins in hairs at a crime scene or an archaeological site could provide an alternative way to identify people when DNA sequencing doesn’t work [Link]
Mashable » Truecaller is finally usable on the iPhone
Seven years after it first launched its iPhone app, Truecaller is finally getting real-time caller information and spam protection features. SEE ALSO: Truecaller eyes global domination as it hits 500 million calls a month Truecaller announced today that its iPhone app, much like its Android app, can now warn users of spam calls in real-time. Though Truecaller's iOS app has existed … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Extremists are turning Twitter and Facebook into theatres of war
NATO is concerned that militant groups are using social networks to spread propaganda. Are the tech giants doing enough to clamp down? [Link]
Mashable » Apple finally announced when iOS 10 will be released to everyone
During Apple's iPhone 7 event on Wednesday, the company also announced the official release of iOS 10, the newest version of the company's mobile operating system that we were given a preview of at WWDC months ago. SEE ALSO: Live from San Francisco: Apple iPhone 7 Event Starting on September 13, all users will be able to get their hands on … [Link]
Mashable » Apple just dropped some hot new Beats headphones
The future is wireless and Beats are coming along for the ride. Apple officially announced the death of the 3.5 mm headphone jack at today's iPhone 7 event, and with it, came the introduction of brand new wireless AirPods and three new Beats headphone options. SEE ALSO: The iPhone 7 will apparently have stereo speakers after all Apple bought Beats back … [Link]
WIRED » AT&T Squeezes Net Neutrality With Free Ride For DirecTV
Congratulations, AT&T wireless customers. You can now watch DirecTV without eating into your data plan. But be warned: this is a blow to net neutrality. The post AT&T Squeezes Net Neutrality With Free Ride For DirecTV appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » I Tried Really Hard Not To Contaminate NASA's Asteroid-Hunting Spacecraft
Space OSIRIS-REx will launch tomorrow, possibly with my germs onboard I now have an irrational fear of nylon, thanks to NASA. Or rather, a fear of completely screwing up a groundbreaking mission that's about to launch to intercept a small… [Link]
Mashable » Goodbye headphone jack, hello Apple Lightning EarPods
The rumors are confirmed: The iPhone 7 does not have a headphone jack. This means that Apple will be shipping a different set of earbuds with the new phone, simply called the EarPods. SEE ALSO: How much does the iPhone's headphone jack matter to you? Contrary to some reports that claimed Apple's new buds would be wireless, this did not happen. … [Link]
Popular Science » How Google Is Using Targeted Advertising To Stop ISIS Recruits
Technology By utilizing search to funnel better information To deter potential ISIS recruits, Google is trying a new strategy. [Link]
New Scientist – News » Time is right for a global ban to end trans fat health scandal
Enough of the foot dragging. Only a world-wide ban on artificial trans fats in food will end a quarter of a century of avoidable harm, says Luke Allen [Link]
Mashable » Apple gives you a dongle to lose in consolation for killing the headphone jack
Good news iPhone fans: Apple is including a 3.5mm headphone jack dongle with every iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. Welcome to dongle hell! The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus are the first iPhones without a headphone jack. The dongle, which plugs into the Lightning port, will let users use their existing wired headphones with the (now, apparently, antiquated) 3.5mm headphone jack. … [Link]
WIRED » It’s OK to Start Speculating About Taylor Swift’s Tom Hiddleston Songs, Yes?
He’ll probably inspire at least one track, right? The post It’s OK to Start Speculating About Taylor Swift's Tom Hiddleston Songs, Yes? appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Apple Watch Series 2 Improves a Tick With GPS
Apple’s second take on the smartwatch gets better bit by bit. The post Apple Watch Series 2 Improves a Tick With GPS appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » It Was Inevitable: Nintendo Finally Puts Mario on iPhone
Creator of Mario, Shigeru Miyamoto, shows up at the Apple event with a Super Mario platform game for mobile. The post It Was Inevitable: Nintendo Finally Puts Mario on iPhone appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » USA Freedom Kids band together and sue Donald Trump
There’s nothing more American than good ol' apple pie and a lawsuit. In January, internet audiences everywhere were alternately charmed — and horrified — after the USA Freedom Kids performed at a Donald Trump rally. The girls couldn't have been more frighteningly enthusiastic supporters, as they sang a spirit rally song about the benefits a Trump presidency could bring. But recently, … [Link]
Slashdot » Apple Launches the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus; Feature Water-Resistance, Lack Headphone Jack
Apple on Wednesday unveiled its new flagship smartphones: the iPhone 7, and the iPhone 7 Plus. Both the iPhones look similar to the last year's iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, but offer a range of new features. Chief among those features are water and dust resistance, stereo speakers, improved cameras (the iPhone 7 Plus has a pair of 12MP … [Link]
Mashable » The iPhone now comes in black, and an even blacker black
The iPhone is back…in black. At today's highly anticipated iPhone 7 event, Apple announced that the new iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus models will come in two new colors. SEE ALSO: Live from San Francisco: Apple iPhone 7 Event Unlike previous models, the iPhone 7 will be available in five colors. The familiar Gold, Silver, and Rose Gold shades will … [Link]
Popular Science » Apple Watch Series 2 Is 'Swim Proof'
Entertainment It also has built-in GPS Apple Watch Series 2 is packed with new features targeting outdoor and active lifestyle users. Most of the new features mentioned during today's Keynote were… [Link]
Mashable » New Apple Watch bands expand the options for Apple's only wearable
Along with the new Apple Watch Series 2 and Nike Plus versions, Apple took the opportunity to release new watch bands on Wednesday. SEE ALSO: Live from San Francisco: Apple iPhone 7 Event The new bands deliver a fresh array of options for those who have already totally bought into the practice of regularly swapping out the bands on Apple's only … [Link]
Mashable » Apple adds real-time collaboration to iWork, taking a stab at Microsoft and Google
Apple wants to help you work with others. The iPhone maker has added real-time collaboration to iWork, its suite of productivity apps, the company announced at its event on Wednesday in San Francisco. First released in 2005, Apple's iWork includes the presentation program Keynote, word processing app Pages and spreadsheet app Numbers. Think Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel. "iWork is all … [Link]
Mashable » Nike and Apple ask: Are we running today? Internet responds: No.
Nike+ needs to know: Are we running today? On Wednesday, Apple revealed that the new Apple Watch Nike+ will guilt you into exercising with direct questioning, imposing font sizes and neon colors. SEE ALSO: Live from San Francisco: Apple iPhone 7 Event It's the bot version of the passive aggressive athletic friend who you low-key resent, and the internet will have … [Link]
Mashable » Apple unveils iPhone 7 and 7 Plus without headphone jack
Apple announced the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus in San Francisco on Wednesday. As predicted, the new iPhones closely resemble the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus and do not have a 3.5mm headphone jack (a first on any iPhone). SEE ALSO: Live from San Francisco: Apple iPhone 7 Event Design A new Jet Black model has a brand new glossy enclosure … [Link]
WIRED » PlayStation Meeting Liveblog: Sony Lays Out the Future of Its Console
Will Sony finally detail the new Neo model of PlayStation 4? Will there be more VR surprises? We'll let you know as it happens today. The post PlayStation Meeting Liveblog: Sony Lays Out the Future of Its Console appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Popular Science » Apple Unveils The iPhone 7
Gadgets Water resistance, 12 megapixel camera and more The iPhone 7 has been revealed. Check it out here. [Link]
Mashable » The Apple Watch Nike+ will ask you if you want to go for a run
Not only is the classic Apple Watch getting an upgrade this fall, but Apple just announced the new Apple Watch Nike+. SEE ALSO: Apple introduces 'swim-proof' Apple Watch Series 2 At Apple's media event Wednesday in San Francisco, Apple and Nike announced the watch, which is optimized for runners. 
Image: appleThe watch pairs new Nike Sport Bands with the Apple Watch Series … [Link]
Popular Science » The Mission To Visit A Killer Asteroid
Space Osiris-Rex launches in September Despite its small size, 101955 Bennu is one of the most dangerous asteroids in the solar system. [Link]
Mashable » Britney Spears and Ellen DeGeneres wreak havoc at a shopping mall
What happens when two celebrities show up to a shopping mall set on doing whatever they want? Chaos. Ellen DeGeneres took "advantage of the celebrity lifestyle" with Britney Spears—meaning they punched store props, ran up the down escalator, and stole clothes, bags and ice cream. Ellen preached to onlookers about the important things in life (money and celebrity) and tried … [Link]
Mashable » 'Pokémon Go' is coming to the Apple Watch
The summer's — and maybe the decade's — most popular mobile game is now coming to the Apple Watch. Pokémon Go is getting a full Watch integration that will let players keep their iPhone in their pocket as they hunt for Pokémon. The Watch version will notify you which creatures are nearby, though you'll still have to pull out your phone … [Link]
Mashable » Apple introduces 'swim-proof' Apple Watch Series 2
The Apple Watch Series 2 is coming — and you can take it for a swim. As expected, Apple revealed the new device at a media event in San Francisco Wednesday. It promises to be water resistant up to 50 meters. An innovative new speaker design will actually spit water out of the device after your laps end, Apple's chief operating … [Link]
Popular Science » Super Mario Is Coming To the iPhone
Entertainment 'Super Mario Run' will mark the debut of Nintendo's iconic plumber on iOS Apple just announced what might be the most anticipated partnership in gaming: Nintendo is coming to iOS. Super Mario Run will be a side-scrolling game that brings… [Link]
Slashdot » Snapchat Cuts Local Stories Curators in Strategy Shift for Live
An anonymous reader shares a Bloomberg report: Snapchat Inc. is ending its daily local stories for cities feature, which pulled together video of everyday activities — concerts, cute puppies in the park — shot by users in locales such as New York. Instead the photo and video-sharing app will focus on so-called live moments — videos of specific events, like … [Link]
Popular Science » Pokémon Go Will Come To Apple Watch
Technology Catch 'em all — on your wrist Pokemon Go will make its way to Apple's wearable… [Link]
Mashable » Apple tweets, then deletes new iPhone details
Apple is switching things up for the release of the iPhone 7. Right before Apple's launch event kicked off in San Francisco to announce the much anticipated new iPhone, along with potentially other updated Apple products like a redesigned Apple Watch or new MacBook, the recently verified Apple Twitter account began tweeting out live secret updates announcing new products. 
Image: apple/twitterSo … [Link]
Mashable » 'I was so supported by my friends:' Clinton talks about how she got through Lewinsky affair
Hillary Clinton got through her husband's affair with former White House intern Monica Lewinsky like many of us get through break-ups or a tumultuous stretch in a relationship — with the help of friends. In a CNN interview that aired Monday, Clinton talked about how her friends "rallied around" her as the affair became public knowledge in the late 1990s. SEE … [Link]
New Scientist – News » How to profit from your data and beat Facebook at its own game
We unwittingly give away personal details whenever we go online – so why not take charge and even earn from it? A new wave of personal data services will help [Link]
Popular Science » Scientists Discover Different Flesh-Eating Disease Bacteria Strains Share Features
Science Findings could be key to developing a vaccine Scientists have made a discovery about the nature of the bacteria responsible for flesh-eating disease, toxic shock syndrome, and strep throat that might eventually lead… [Link]
Mashable » Mario is finally coming to mobile in 'Super Mario Run'
Mario is finally leaping off Nintendo and onto mobile phones. Nintendo's famed director Shigeru Miyamoto was the first guest during Apple's iPhone 7 launch event Wednesday. The creator of Mario announced the plumber's first mobile title: Super Mario Run. The endless runner lets players take Mario across classic-looking stages, but using simple, one-touch controls. Mario automatically runs, and players tap the … [Link]
Mashable » Will Smith talks to Love and Death in 'Collateral Beauty' trailer
If you prefer your holidays with a side of tears, Will Smith's latest looks like it's got you more than covered.The first trailer for Collateral Beauty introduces a man (Smith) dealing with the death of his young daughter. To cope, he writes letters to concepts like Love and Death, but subsequently manages to summon them in the flesh. Helen Mirren, … [Link]
Mashable » Your favorite supervillains are back in a 'Suicide Squad' recreation
Grab your DC Comics books, because your favorite supervillains are back again. Homemade Movies makes its epic return with the Suicide Squad trailer, recreated shot for shot. Subscribe to CineFix for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinefix&#~ Read more…More about Mashable Video, Homemade Movies, Suicide Squad, Cinefix, and Movies [Link]
Mashable » The iPhone 7 Plus will have a new dual camera
Can a double camera make your pictures twice as good? Apple sure hopes so. The upcoming iPhone 7 Plus will include a "dual camera," Apple announced via Twitter Wednesday. It won't be included in the less expensive iPhone 7, according to another tweet, but people who pony up for the larger model will enjoy expanded photography features. 
The tweets appeared right … [Link]
Popular Science » The iPhone 7 Is Water Resistant
Gadgets Apple unveils their new phone early The iPhone 7 has leaked minutes early from Apple's press conference. And it's water resistant… [Link]
Mashable » The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus are water-resistant
For the first time ever Apple's iPhones are water-resistant. SEE ALSO: Live from San Francisco: Apple iPhone 7 Event An early sneak peek at the new iPhone 7 #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/lntDwefzpI — Mashable GIF (@mashablegif) September 7, 2016 Apple has since deleted its original tweet: The new water-resistant iPhone 7. Learn more at https://t.co/yhSolSpN7J pic.twitter.com/8axi1JdcaQ — Apple (@Apple) September 7, 2016 This … [Link]
Mashable » River turns red in Russia just like in your worst Biblical nightmare
A Russian river near the Arctic Circle seems to have turned blood red, with locals claiming the waste from a nickel plant is to blame. Pictures posted on VKontakte, the Russian equivalent to Facebook, and Instagram appear to show the river Daldykan near the city of Norilsk flowing a bright red color. 
Багро~ река. Без фильт~ A photo posted by Антон … [Link]
Mashable » Watch this mastiff lovingly crush his owner at naptime
Mastiffs: Good for the great outdoors, terrible for sharing couch space. Dog beds are a great invention. Channing Tatum meets his Olympic hero Simone Biles on 'Ellen' Teen cortortionist's incredible 'America's Got Talent' set will make your back hurt Idiot attempts insane cliff jump, barely makes it out alive How to race drones alongside the experts Read more… More about … [Link]
Slashdot » We Risk Programming Inequality into Our DNA
An anonymous reader writes:Imagine having a chip in your brain to boost your concentration, or pumping artificial blood into your veins to improve stamina. With gene editing, this may be possible. Scientists are pioneering the ability to tweak our DNA to wipe out disease and maybe even allow us to choose desirable traits in our unborn children, like height or … [Link]
Mashable » Channing Tatum meets his Olympic hero Simone Biles on 'Ellen'
Channing Tatum may only be Simone Biles' No. 2 (no one will ever rise above Zac Efron in her books), but the gymnast is definitely Tatum's No. 1. After raving to Ellen DeGeneres about his serious Simone Biles obsession, Tatum got to meet Biles under some creative pretenses thanks to the hilarious talk show host. Unsurprisingly, Tatum looks great in … [Link]
Mashable » Airbnb threatens legal action in New York
Airbnb isn't going down in New York without a fight. The home-sharing company on Tuesday sent a letter to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, the speaker of the New York State Assembly and the New York Senate president threatening legal action if the state does not back down from a bill that could limit much of Airbnb's operations in the state. … [Link]
Mashable » The iPhone event began with 'Carpool Karaoke' because of course it did
Apple CEO Tim "I love OneRepublic!" Cook carpooled with James Corden to the Apple iPhone 7 event on Wednesday. The event opened on a shot of Cook sitting in the passenger seat of an SUV, before cutting to reveal his driver, the Late Late Show host. SEE ALSO: Live from San Francisco: Apple iPhone 7 Event Almost immediately the pair jumped … [Link]
Mashable » Merriam-Webster, a dictionary, mercilessly roasted a Twitter critic
Hell hath no fury like a dictionary scorned. When Merriam-Webster posted an article arguing that it's fine to use "mad" as a substitute for "angry," Slate editor Gabriel Roth tweeted his own critique: perhaps Merriam-Webster was trying too hard to be chill. SEE ALSO: These women are challenging sexist dictionary sentence examples on Google I feel like @MerriamWebster is turning into … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Yelp Bug-Bounty Program Moves from Private to Public
After two years of running a private bug-bounty program with Hackerone, Yelp has announced a public bug-bounty program. The program continues to run through Hackerone; however, the program is now open to anyone willing to research and report through the program (as opposed to the private program that was limited to a closed number of researchers).
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New Scientist – News » This fish has a love song and it sounds like a windshield wiper
An underwater recording of damselfish in Taiwan has uncovered a new call that helps them be heard over the fish chatter and has a role in courtship [Link]
WIRED » Entrancing Infrared GIFs Show Where Groundwater Burbles to the Surface
Scientists are using infrared scanners to figure out where groundwater sources burble into the surface supply. The post Entrancing Infrared GIFs Show Where Groundwater Burbles to the Surface appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » How Dynamic Personalization of API Documentation Improves the Developer Experience
When ProgrammableWeb gets wind of a new API or new activty on an existing API, I occasionally take some time out to get hands-on with it. And every now and then, I come across a feature — sometimes a feature I've seen before — that compels me to write an article like this one that's just a reminder of how … [Link]
Mashable » A Florida Congressman just brought a jar of 100 mosquitoes onto the House floor
Florida Republican Rep. David Jolly has a special message for lawmakers dragging their feet on a bill to fund the fight against the Zika virus: Be afraid. Be very afraid. On Wednesday morning, Jolly brought a clear jar filled with about 100 Florida-born mosquitoes to the House floor. SEE ALSO: CDC advises pregnant women to avoid Miami Beach as Florida's Zika … [Link]
Mashable » Amazon leaks iPhone 7 product page, showing off Bluetooth headphones
The iPhone's headphone jack officially appears to be no more. Amazon published its accessories page for the "iPhone 7" Wednesday about an hour ahead of Apple's event, where the company is expected to announce the next-generation iPhone. After months of rumors and speculation that Apple will eliminate the headphone jack from its next-generation iPhone, Amazon's product page provides the latest layer … [Link]
Mashable » This map is your interactive guide to fall foliage
As autumn approaches, let's turn our attention from summer 2016 (RIP) and focus on the greatest thing the latter half of the year has to offer: Fall foliage. Those warm hues, that satisfying crunch underfoot— it's all just a few weeks away. But when does it kick off in your area? There's an interactive map for that. SEE ALSO: Fall in … [Link]
Mashable » Couple celebrated 57 years of marriage with 'Notebook' inspired photoshoot
Ever wonder what Noah and Allie's love could look like today? Look no further than Clemma and Sterling Elmore, a couple who have been married for 57 years and celebrated their love with a photoshoot inspired by The Notebook. SEE ALSO: Granddaughter gave her grandparents a heartwarming photoshoot to celebrate 63 years of marriage 
Image: Mary Evelyn Photography by Stacy Welch-ChristThe … [Link]
Slashdot » Google Rebuilt the Android Media Stack To Prevent Another Stagefright
Reader Trailrunner7 writes: Android Nougat is bringing with it a slew of security improvements, many of them under the covers, and the one that likely will have the biggest long-term effect is the major rebuilding effort Google undertook on the media stack. That component of the operating system is meant to process audio and video, and it's been a weak … [Link]
Popular Science » 'Future First': Where Are All The Aliens?
Space Why haven't we seen signs of complex extraterrestrial life? Popular Science and XPRIZE are teaming up to explore and explain technologies that make us say "The Future Is Now" in a video series called Future First. [Link]
Popular Science » Watch The Science Behind The OSIRIS-REx Mission
Space A refresher course before tomorrow's launch Tomorrow, NASA's Origins Spectral Interpretation Resource Identification Security – Regolith Explorer spacecraft (just call it OSIRIS-REx) will launch into space on a… [Link]
Mashable » This may be the most brutally effective Facebook prank of all time
If ever there was a good reason not to leave your Facebook unguarded around pesky friends and family members, it's this. SEE ALSO: Dude uses Facebook to prank the internet into thinking he can see the future On Monday, Kevin Keenan of Castlewellan, Northern Ireland, shared a cheerful message on Facebook. Basically, Keenan said that he had two tickets to give … [Link]
Mashable » Tiny chihuahua has his own Harry Potter room under the stairs
Even though a cupboard under the stairs was a bit cramped for Harry Potter, it's the perfect size for this little chihuahua. When their aunt finished building a new house, Redditor Fatisbac noticed that the new home also included a custom room for her pet chihuahua. SEE ALSO: Crafty 'Harry Potter' fan makes genius digital version of the Weasley family's clock … [Link]
Mashable » We raced a drone and it was exhilarating
In the final episode of How to Race Drones, Mashable's Sam Sheffer competed in the Liberty Cup drone racing competition after weeks of preparation. While it may not have ended with a win, Sheffer learned a lot about the drone community with the help of some top experts. Read more…More about Mashable Video, How To Race Drones, Drone, Tbs, and Drones … [Link]
New Scientist – News » A wall of trees across the Sahara is cool – but we don’t need it
The African Union is planning an 8000 kilometre stretch of trees across the entire continent, but the Great Green Wall isn't the best way to halt desertification [Link]
Mashable » Casey Affleck has a past, too: The Oscar contender's sexual harassment case
LOS ANGELES — Casey Affleck's performance in Manchester by the Sea was one of two tickets to the Oscars Best Actor race stamped at Sundance, the other being Nate Parker's for The Birth of a Nation. Surely poised to hit new career heights, the Park City breakouts harbored another similarity: Each had past allegations of sexual misconduct hiding in plain sight. … [Link]
Popular Science » Russian River Turns Blood Red
Environment Norilsk Nickel is denying that its factory caused the pollution A river in the world’s northernmost city has turned bright red. [Link]
Mashable » Teen cortortionist's incredible 'America's Got Talent' set will make your back hurt
Self-taught contortionist Sofie Dossi had already shot a bow and arrow with her feet on America's Got Talent, which is pretty hard to top. So, the 14-year-old broke out the glitter hoops and pommel horse for this week's performance. We've seen Dossi pull off some seriously incredible stunts before, but these really take the cake — particularly when she emerges … [Link]
Mashable » Obama nominates first Muslim-American to bench of federal court
President Barack Obama on Tuesday nominated Washington lawyer Abid Riaz Qureshi to the United States District Court for Washington, D.C., making Qureshi the first Muslim-American to be nominated to the bench of a federal court. “I am confident he will serve the American people with integrity and a steadfast commitment to justice," Obama said in a statement. SEE ALSO: Obama and … [Link]
Mashable » How to watch Sony's PlayStation event Wednesday
Sony will reveal all things PlayStation at its PlayStation Meeting Wednesday at 3 p.m. ET, and you can watch the whole thing unfold live on the company's Twitch channel. The event is also viewable through the PlayStation website and YouTube channel, where it will be broadcast in both English and French. Be sure to follow news here at Mashable, on our … [Link]
Mashable » Idiot attempts insane cliff jump, barely makes it out alive
Willfully jumping off a cliff involves a bit of insanity, but this clip takes it to another level. After running down a ridge just beyond a fence located off a private residence near Crystal Cove in southern California, the jumper briefly sizes up the landing, which can't be seen from his vantage point. Regardless, the anonymous jumper goes for it, … [Link]
Slashdot » Million More Devices Sharing Known Private Keys For HTTPS, SSH Admin
Millions of internet-facing devices — from home broadband routers to industrial equipment — are still sharing well-known private keys for encrypting their communications, reports The Register. From the report: This is according to research from SEC Consult, which said in a follow-up to its 2015 study on security in embedded systems that the practice of reusing widely known secrets is … [Link]
Mashable » Ariana Grande and Mac Miller declare their love with a leg hug
Nothing says "I'm so into you, into you" quite like hugging a person with every limb at your disposal. Doughnut bandit Ariana Grande proved her devotion to new boyfriend, rapper Mac Miller, in an Instagram in which the singer is wrapping her entire body on him, ensuring that he cannot break free. SEE ALSO: 'Dangerous Woman' is an irresistable trip down … [Link]
Mashable » Zendaya claims a cashier refused her money because of her 'skin tone'
A trip to the store is usually a no-hassle sort of situation, but Zendaya's recent experience at the checkout counter didn't go that way at all. On Snapchat, the actress retold her story of an employee who treated her and a friend rudely after they tried to purchase $400 worth of gift cards, alleging that the treatment was fueled by racism. … [Link]
Popular Science » Jeff Williams Has Broken The Record For Living In Space
Space After 534 days in orbit, the astronaut returns to earth After setting a new record for the most time spent in space by an American, NASA astronaut Jeff Williams and two crewmates have safely returned from a 172-day mission… [Link]
Mashable » Latest victims of a Photoshop battle are bored millennials at state fair
Ah, millennial love. Sometimes a text message (or even blankly scrolling through your Facebook feed) is more important than enjoying a chairlift ride with bae. After a photographer caught a young man and woman at the Minnesota State Fair in an inopportune, disinterested moment on what should have been a romantic ride through the sky, the people of Reddit naturally made … [Link]
Mashable » How to race drones alongside the experts
In the final episode of How to Race Drones, Mashable's Sam Sheffer competed in the Liberty Cup drone racing competition after weeks of preparation. While it may not have ended with a win, Sheffer learned a lot about the drone community with the help of some top experts. DC Comics would probably approve of this 'Suicide Squad' recreation New 'Doctor … [Link]
Slashdot » Many Looking Past iPhone 7 to Next Year's iPhone 8
Reuters reports: The iPhone 7 is expected to make its global debut on Wednesday, but many consumers and investors are already setting their sights on Apple's 2017 version of the popular gadget, hoping for more significant advances. At its annual product launch in San Francisco on Wednesday, the world's most valuable publicly traded company is expected to reveal an iPhone … [Link]
Popular Science » Where To Watch The Apple Fall 2016 Keynote
Gadgets See the new iPhone announcement (and other stuff) live Apple has a lot of ground to cover today with major upgrades to many of its product lines expected, from iPhone upgrades to the future of the Apple Watch. We know you're… [Link]
Mashable » Britain, not Mexico, is funding a big wall to stop migrants
Britain is paying for the construction of a wall in Calais, near the so-called Jungle migrant camp, in an attempt to stop refugees and migrants from boarding lorries heading for the UK, the country's immigration minister has confirmed. SEE ALSO: Thousands of migrants saved from Mediterranean in massive rescue effort The 4m (13ft) wall will run for 1km (0.6 miles) along … [Link]
Mashable » This pink crocheted house was created by refugees as a beautiful symbol of hope
LONDON — There's no place like home. But each day 34,000 people are forced to leave the place they call home due to conflict or persecution. SEE ALSO: Powerful photo series honours refugee fathers around the world For the 21.3 million refugees currently in the world, hope is something that doesn't always come easily. But one artist has joined forces with … [Link]
Mashable » Snapchat to eliminate local stories in cities
Snapchat is removing local stories, the 24/7 city-based feeds, from the app. The decision means laying off about 15 people, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. “A small number of Local Story curator positions were eliminated in our Los Angeles and New York offices, as the result of changes to our Local Story Coverage,” Snapchat said in a statement to Bloomberg. “We’re thankful for … [Link]
Mashable » DC Comics would probably approve of this 'Suicide Squad' recreation
Grab your DC Comics books, because your favorite supervillains are back again. Homemade Movies makes its epic return with the Suicide Squad trailer, recreated shot for shot. Subscribe to CineFix for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinefix&#~ New 'Doctor Who' trailer for 'lost' Dalek story looks gloriously creepy Amy Schumer reveals surprising 'fact' about Patrick Stewart during awards speech Orca frolics with a … [Link]
Mashable » Newlyweds find identical photos of themselves from 20 years ago at Hersheypark
It’s a sweet, sweet #TBT. Redditor okcumputer and his wife displayed the tastiest of side-by-side polaroids at their wedding — each of them at about age 10 posing identically at the same tourist spot. SEE ALSO: Adorable grandparents suit up in the same outfit every single day 
Image: okcumputer/redditBoth photos were taken at Hersheypark in Pennsylvania about 20 years prior to … [Link]
Mashable » Nintendo's NX is the grand prize for ESL's upcoming 'Splatoon' tournament
If you think you have the paint-spraying skills to be one of the best Splatoon players in Europe, you could find yourself in possession of Nintendo's next gaming platform, code-named NX. SEE ALSO: Paul Rudd starred in a Super Nintendo ad in the early '90s and it's great ESL's first Go4Splatoon tournament begins for European players Sunday and the four winners … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump ends his media blacklist
The Donald taketh, but he also giveth back. Donald Trump has reportedly ended his media blacklist, which had grown to include many of the most respected newspapers in the U.S. Trump's contentious relationship with the press led him to create an informal list that had been "banned" from his events, although he still routinely spoke with journalists from some of those … [Link]
Mashable » Girl instantly regrets putting on that charcoal face peel
Beauty is pain, everyone. Case in point: Twitter user Cachet Raynor tried out a charcoal face peel mask in hopes of getting baby smooth skin. SEE ALSO: Here's what happens when you put on 100 coats of a Kylie Jenner lip kit While her skin looks absolutely flawless by the end of the process, her journey to perfection is paved in … [Link]
Popular Science » The Man Whose Models Revealed A Possible Ninth Planet In Our Solar System
Space Konstantin Batygin is one of the 10 most brilliant people of 2016 This year, the world learned that there might be a ninth planet in the solar system. That was thanks to Konstantin Batygin and his collaborator, Mike Brown. [Link]
Slashdot » Sony Wins Battle Over Preinstalled Windows in Europe's Top Court
An anonymous reader shares an Ars Technica report: The sale of a computer equipped with pre-installed software isn't an unfair commercial practice because most customers prefer to buy a laptop they can use straight away, Europe's top court has ruled in a victory for Sony. "Failure to indicate the price of each item of pre-installed software" isn't misleading, the Court … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Mercedes van will be a mothership for fleets of delivery robots
Delivery robots can’t get far by themselves – so the German car maker is developing a custom van to drive them to your neighbourhood [Link]
Mashable » New 'Doctor Who' trailer for 'lost' Dalek story looks gloriously creepy
Splendid news, Doctor Who fans: 50-year-old BBC story "The Power of the Daleks" — which was thought to be lost back in the '70s — is being revived in animated form. The trailer above — released by the BBC on Tuesday — shows how the story will look: an impressively eerie black-and-white animation, which according to the BBC is based … [Link]
Mashable » 'Kicks' shines light on Justin Tipping, who may be the next Ryan Coogler
As Film Twitter sets its sights on the Toronto International Film Festival and Clint Eastwood's Sully prepares for take off at the box office this weekend, there's an independent film set for release that is being overlooked and underestimated, just like its young protagonist. I'm talking, of course, about Kicks, Justin Tipping's promising directorial debut that has been earning fans and … [Link]
Mashable » Amazon adds food delivery in London
Amazon took another step this week to capitalize on the delivery wars. The e-commerce giant on Wednesday launched food delivery in London. The service is available only to Prime subscribers via the Prime Now app. In postal codes where the service is available, Prime subscribers will see "Amazon Restaurants" on their home page. The delivery minimum is £15. Amazon already offers … [Link]
WIRED » You Can Assemble the World’s First Flatpack Truck in 12 Hours, Just Like an Ikea Bookshelf
The OX ships in pieces and you build it yourself—just like the furniture from Ikea. The post You Can Assemble the World’s First Flatpack Truck in 12 Hours, Just Like an Ikea Bookshelf appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Former Fox Sports exec joining Activision to lead Major League Gaming
Former Fox Sports executive Pete Vlastelica is joining Activision's Major League Gaming division, beefing up the publisher's tranditional sports knowledge as it forges ahead into esports. SEE ALSO: Esports creeping beyond livestreams and onto TV networks Vlastelica, who was a vice president of digital at Fox Sports, is now the president and CEO of Activision Blizzard's Major League Gaming division. He … [Link]
Mashable » Insane, 24-core phone sounds like vaporware, but we still want it
In a few hours, the iPhone 7 will be unveiled, and — based on rumors about the phone's specs — many are already bashing Apple for its lack of innovation. On the other end of the spectrum, a little known company called Turing Robot Industries has announced a phone that's totally, utterly, completely off the charts by any of today's metrics, … [Link]
Slashdot » Google Uses Surface Books To Show Off Chrome Battery Improvements
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Windows Central: Google has posted a new video showing how much it has improved battery life while using Chrome on Windows. It demonstrated those changes in a video that featured the web browser on Microsoft's Surface Book notebooks. The video test was based on running a Vimeo video on Chrome 46, which was … [Link]
Mashable » 5 money myths you probably believe
Managing money can be complicated, and myths are often born from people’s struggles to make it simpler. But simplistic solutions can cost you instead of saving you money. If you believe any of these five money myths, it’s time to take a closer look at the financial realities. 1. Myth: Everyone needs a fat emergency fund Certified financial planners typically recommend … [Link]
Mashable » Starbucks looks to media to make an impact
During this election season, we could all use a cup of coffee and a feel-good story. Starbucks wants to have you covered on both. The coffee chain has made a series of 10 short documentary videos about inspiring Americans entitled "Upstanders," with each piece telling the story of a person who has done something positive for others. The project is the … [Link]
Mashable » Prince Charles blasts Twitter for posing 'mortal threat' to written English
Serial letter writer Prince Charles has so far resisted the lure of Twitter to hold forth on his many strong opinions on subjects spanning architecture and education — and now we know why. For the Prince of Wales, texting and social media have left the Queen's English "under mortal threat". The outspoken Royal, speaking at an event to mark 500 years … [Link]
Mashable » Hold onto your kishkes: babka ice cream sandwiches are a thing
Ice cream sandwiches are traditional summer treats, but it's time to take the sweet 'wich into the autumn months. Because…babka ice cream sandwiches. SEE ALSO: We're sorry, but someone baked a cake with ketchup in it Babka is a traditional Eastern European Jewish treat. It is made with sweet, yeasted dough twisted with chocolate or cinnamon fillings. It's enough to see … [Link]
Mashable » Look out Sonos, Vizio's coming for you with its Google Cast-ready speakers
Vizio wants to do for audio what it has done with TVs: Make it dead easy to stream music from any service using Google Cast and look good doing it. The company's new $299.99 SmartCast Crave Pro and $249.99 Crave 360 speakers are competitively priced with Sonos' Play:1 and Play:3 speakers. SEE ALSO: New partnerships will let you tell your Sonos … [Link]
WIRED » Sony’s PlayStation Meeting Is Today. Here’s What to Expect
A slimmed-down model of the PlayStation 4, an all-new, more powerful game console, and updates on PlayStation VR are surely in the cards. The post Sony's PlayStation Meeting Is Today. Here's What to Expect appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Catching Up With Star Trek IV’s True Hero: the Unkind Punk on the Bus
In 1986, Kirk Thatcher gave Captain Kirk the bird. Now, he gives us the behind-the-scenes story of the most punk-rock moment in 'Star Trek' history. The post Catching Up With Star Trek IV’s True Hero: the Unkind Punk on the Bus appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Thank the Flying Spaghetti Monster This Airport Isn’t Real
Photographer Cassio Vasconcellos creates aerial scenes choked with planes, cars, and motorcycles. The post Thank the Flying Spaghetti Monster This Airport Isn’t Real appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » Google’s Clever Plan to Stop Aspiring ISIS Recruits
The company's tech incubator and think tank subsidiary Jigsaw is trying the ISIS-fighting technique Google knows best: targeted advertising. The post Google's Clever Plan to Stop Aspiring ISIS Recruits appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
WIRED » How to Fit the World’s Biggest Indoor Waterfall in an Airport
No one has ever cut a giant hole in a bagel-shaped glass roof and dropped water nine stories in the ground. Until Singapore's Changi Airport called on a water design firm called WET. The post How to Fit the World’s Biggest Indoor Waterfall in an Airport appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » This tougher-than-it-looks math puzzle is baffling the entire internet
LONDON — A math puzzle that contains pictures of horses, horseshoes and riding boots and involves a quick bit of algebra should be pretty simple to solve, right? Well, maybe not. SEE ALSO: Finding the panda in this cartoonist's puzzle is much harder than you'd expect After being shared on Facebook and attracting well over half a million comments, the following … [Link]
Popular Science » China Will Resurrect The World's Largest Plane
From Our Blogs: Eastern Arsenal Signs deal to restart Ukrainian An-225 China and Ukrainian are resurrecting the giant Antonov An-225 cargo planes, which once carried giant Soviet space shuttles. [Link]
Mashable » Lady Brienne and Finn just had an adorable exchange on Twitter
LONDON — There's something infinitely cheering about discovering that two actors you really admire are actually pals in real life. Following on from J.K. Rowling's Twitter shout-out to Amy Schumer last week, the latest celebrity dream team comes in the form of a glorious Game of Thrones/Star Wars fusion. SEE ALSO: 'Star Wars' actor John Boyega has an unusual method of … [Link]
Mashable » 30-second hunger PSA puts clever twist on viral recipe videos
To make a recipe, you need ingredients. But what happens when the refrigerator is empty and the cabinets are vacant? For 48.1 million Americans, just keeping food on the table is a struggle that leads to rumbling stomachs. And, as one new PSA shows, hunger and food insecurity often begin with an empty plate. SEE ALSO: 6 startling facts about child … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Artificial ovary may boost fertility and postpone the menopause
Making a synthetic home for a woman's egg-producing follicles could improve fertility after chemotherapy and help women with endometriosis conceive [Link]
WIRED » Liveblog: Apple Prepares to Unveil the iPhone 7
Join us for our liveblog! The post Liveblog: Apple Prepares to Unveil the iPhone 7 appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Mince pies are already in stores and people are absolutely fuming
LONDON — Mince pies are sacrosanct here in the United Kingdom. SEE ALSO: World's first mincemeat and custard pasty is your new favourite food So much so that Brits get pretty fired up when anyone attempts to besmirch the beloved baked good's seasonal significance, which is typically only consumed around Christmas time. That's precisely what's upsetting Brits across the nation as … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Data Mapping for Data Warehouse Design – $19.98 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "Data Mapping for Data Warehouse Design" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-09-08 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » 'Pokémon Go' manages to hurt religious sentiments in India even before official launch
Although Pokémon Go is yet to launch in India, its unofficial presence has still managed to hurt the sentiment of some. SEE ALSO: Pokémon Go is taking Indian players on a pilgrimage Gujarat-based Alay Anil Dave has filed a PIL, or public interest litigation, with the state High Court against Niantic, the developer of Pokémon Go. He alleges that the augmented-reality … [Link]
Slashdot » Star Trek's LCARS Could Become Your Virtual Assistant
H_Fisher writes: It has arguably inspired many other technological innovations in the fifty years since its premiere, and now another Star Trek-inspired touch could be coming to your device: the voice of Majel Barrett from the Star Trek universe's LCARS computer system. CNET reports: "The voice of LCARS was provided by Majel Barrett, who was married to Star Trek creator … [Link]
Mashable » Amy Schumer reveals surprising 'fact' about Patrick Stewart during awards speech
This is quite some acceptance speech. After winning the "Woman of the Year" award at Tuesday night's GQ Men of the Year Awards in London, Amy Schumer really didn't hold back with her six-minute speech. SEE ALSO: Watch Amy Schumer destroy a rude heckler during her stand-up show "I want you guys to know that a lot of the things … [Link]
Mashable » People are devastated over the closure of one of London's most-loved nightclubs, Fabric
LONDON — After hours of discussion, police got what they asked for: the closure of one of the world's most well-known nightclubs. The local council said Fabric had failed to control the use of drugs on its premises. The decision to revoke Fabric's licence came just after 1 a.m. Wednesday — a time of the night when people usually start queuing … [Link]
Mashable » 'Star Wars' actor John Boyega has an unusual method of waking up in the morning
LONDON — One of the perks of being a badass action hero is that you don't have to wake up like normal, boring people do. SEE ALSO: 17 times 'Star Wars' actor John Boyega was laugh-out-loud funny on Instagram John Boyega (a.k.a. Finn from Star Wars: The Force Awakens) is the perfect example of this. On Tuesday, he took to Instagram … [Link]
Mashable » No headphone jack? No problem. Here's some wireless headphones to choose from.
Rumors have it that the new iPhone, which is being launched later today, will have no headphone jack. Without any sort of official confirmation, we can't be certain about this, but there are many, many strong indications that Apple will indeed get rid of the trusty old 3.5 mm audio connector. Here's one: makers of headphones are launching wireless, Bluetooth models … [Link]
Mashable » Kendall Jenner admired by Vogue for not using her family for career gain
There’s no doubting that Kendall Jenner is one of the shining stars in the world of celebrity. So at this point, finding a justification for plopping her on cover of a magazine seems a tad superfluous, especially for a Vogue Australia. She's beautiful, tall and is a Kardashian sibling. There isn't really much to explain. Yet the October issue of Vogue … [Link]
Mashable » Finally, a way to vote for the hard-earned emoji you want and deserve
Those funny little symbols you innocently share with your friends every day? They mask a totalitarian conspiracy, basically. The secretive way our emoji are reviewed and chosen by the Unicode Consortium, a non-profit group set up to standardise symbols online (in other words, your standard Illuminati front), is contrary to every democratic value our founding mothers and fathers held dear. It … [Link]
Mashable » Two iconic Australian ice-creams merge, birthing the Golden Gaynetto
The Blues Brothers. Thelma and Louise. Prince and the Revolution. All combinations that have gone down in history as the greats. So the marriage of two ice cream legends — the Cornetto and Australia's much-loved Golden Gaytime — seems destined for success. SEE ALSO: Artisanal astronaut ice cream is out of this world Together, they're called the ~Golden Gaynetto~ and it's … [Link]
Mashable » India is getting rid of physical driver licenses with smartphones
If you drive a vehicle in India, you won't have to fret about forgetting your driver's license or car registration papers any more. SEE ALSO: Iowa may be first state to put driver's licenses on smartphones The Indian government today announced it will now allow people to upload their driving license and car registration card to DigiLocker, its secure digital cloud … [Link]
Mashable » 'Picnic at Hanging Rock' to be made into a spooky six part mini-series
Picnic At Hanging Rock is a cult film known as a seminal classic in the Australian canon. It's inspired endless music videos, fashion collections and directors since it's 1975 release, so it's only fitting that someone decided to breathe fresh life into the story of a bunch of girls who go missing under spooky circumstances. SEE ALSO: Boy wins award for … [Link]
Slashdot » Apple To Unveil 'AirPods' That Use Custom Bluetooth Chip
It's no secret that Apple is planning to remove the headphone jack in its upcoming flagship smartphones. A new report from KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, which confirms rumors that Apple will indeed remove the headphone jack in the iPhone 7 to improve the device's water resistance, suggests that Apple is developing earbuds called "AirPods" that will employ its own … [Link]
Mashable » Orca frolics with a swimmer in rare, kinda dangerous close encounter
Nope, this isn't a scene out of Free Willy. It's actually taking place in the Army Bay, New Zealand, where a kayaker casually jumped out of his vessel to hang out with a curious orca on Monday. Tim Stewart is said daring kayaker, who told the NZ Herald he went down to the ocean after he heard of orca sightings … [Link]
Mashable » China insists the giant panda should remain on the endangered list
We may have celebrated the giant panda no longer being endangered, but China wants them to stay on the list. On Sunday, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) reclassified the furry black-and-white bears from "endangered" to "vulnerable," meaning giant pandas are less likely to go extinct. While this seems like reward for decades of conservation work done in China … [Link]
Mashable » Data entry blunders force Air Asia pilots to land in Melbourne instead of Malaysia
Correction: Sept. 7, 2016, 8:58 a.m. EDT The Air Asia pilots made several errors in entering data into the aircraft’s navigation system, which caused them to follow an incorrect flight path out of Sydney, according to Australian transportation officials. An earlier version of this story mischaracterized what errors the pilots made. While troubleshooting the incorrect flight path, the pilots were unable … [Link]
Mashable » Watch: Woman stumbles upon a dinosaur footprint at the beach
Originally posted to the ABC Kimberly Facebook page, a recounts the moment when an Australian woman stumbled across a hectic dinosaur footprint on a West Australian beach.Bindi Lee Porth was strolling along Cable Beach, as many-a tourist lapped up the setting sun over the Indian Ocean, when she literally stumbled across the giantic footprint — the kind some palaeontologists will … [Link]
Mashable » How to watch today's Apple iPhone 7 event on just about any device
It’s that time of year again, when the technorati flock to see Apple's newest, weirdest and rose-goldest creations. On Wednesday, Apple will host its third "special event" of 2016. This time, expectations are for a new iPhone — iPhone 7 — and maybe a few other surprises along the way. Almost no matter where you are, you'll be able to stream … [Link]
Mashable » Singapore got 10 religious leaders to bless upcoming F1 race
This year's Singapore Grand Prix is just two weekends away, and already its organisers are pulling out all the stops to ensure the event goes off without a hitch. SEE ALSO: A Singaporean couple is offering to house pregnant women who live in Zika hotzones On Monday, a group of 10 religious leaders representing different faiths gathered at the Marina Bay … [Link]
Mashable » Watch: 'Brave' six-year-old girl goes HAM on an axe-wielding robber
A group of masked men would be a frightening sight for most people, but in the heat of the moment, they didn't faze six-year-old Sarah Patel. The girl from Auckland, New Zealand charged in to help store employee, Jordan Byrt, as he tried to defend himself from axe-wielding man at her father's electronic store. SEE ALSO: 500 cows stolen from a … [Link]
Mashable » Make Burning Man suck again!
Labor Day was pretty laborious for those of the estimated 70,000 Burning Man attendees who were determined to leave the festival Monday. As you can see in the now-infamous picture of what Burners have long-called "Exodus," the line of cars trying to get off the playa — the ancient lake bed where the temporary city of Black Rock is constructed — … [Link]
Slashdot » Why Intel Kaby Lake and AMD Zen Will Only Be Optimized On Windows 10
MojoKid writes: There was quite a stir caused recently when it was determined that Microsoft would only be fully supporting Intel's Kaby Lake and AMD's Zen next-generation processor microarchitectures with Windows 10. It's easy to dismiss the decision as pure marketing move, but there's more to consider and a distinction to be made between support and compatibility. The decision means … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT #2331: Apple Heaven
Headphone Jack at the gates! [Link]
Mashable » 'Racist' cartoon gets Charlie Hebdo comparison by Aussie Press Council
The Australian Press Council has declined to rule on a recent cartoon in The Australian newspaper that many dubbed as racist and offensive. Illustrator Bill Leak contributed the cartoon after details of the "torture" of juvenile Indigenous prisoners at Don Dale Detention Facility was exposed via leaked security footage. The cartoon seemed to many to suggest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander … [Link]
Mashable » If Apple kills the iPhone 7 headphone jack, it's hubris plain and simple
There’s a great anecdote I like to tell at parties about how music has changed over the past couple of decades, and I find it particularly relevant on the eve of the iPhone 7 launch. In Brooklyn, where I used to live, people sell their used junk at "stoop sales" — as opposed to garage sales, which is the norm in … [Link]
WIRED » LG’s Newest Phone Is the A/V Nerd’s Ultimate Handset
With a high-end DAC and premium audio-recording capabilities, LG's latest smartphone knows who it wants to please. The post LG's Newest Phone Is the A/V Nerd's Ultimate Handset appeared first on WIRED. [Link]
Mashable » Microsoft is allegedly creating a Slack competitor
If you can't buy them, compete with them. That seems to be Microsoft's motto, since recent reports from MSPowerUser speculate that the company is working on creating a Slack competitor — with the help of Skype, of course. SEE ALSO: HipChat beats Slack to the punch of providing its own one-tap video conferencing Microsoft planned to buy the messaging app for … [Link]
Mashable » The media's favorite ISIS supporter is going to prison
TV producers looking to do segments on supporters of the Islamic State now have a significant hole in their extremist rolodexes — unless Anjem Choudary is allowed to do interviews from prison. Choudary, a UK-based ISIS supporter and well-known guest on American news programs, was sentenced on Tuesday to 5.5 years in prison for actively supporting ISIS. Choudary has been named … [Link]
Mashable » Chinese ship might have to pay $120 million in Great Barrier Reef clean-up
The Australian government wants millions of dollars from a Chinese company after its ship, the Shen Neng 1, ran aground on the Great Barrier Reef in April 2010. In a Federal Court hearing Tuesday, the government asked for A$120 million ($92 million) from Shenzhen Energy Transport to clean up the 40-hectare (100-acre) crash site. The company is fighting the bill. SEE … [Link]
Mashable » The gimmicky LG V20 is the first Android Nougat smartphone
Like Samsung, LG releases its flagship line of phones in the spring and a weirder, but still high-end, phone in the fall. The second model acts as a kind of testing ground for more cutting-edge tech. Last year, LG set up this pattern with the V10. That phone had a signature feature akin to a secondary screen that sits along the … [Link]
Slashdot » LG Introduces The V20, The First Android Nougat Smartphone
An anonymous reader writes from a report via VentureBeat: LG has unveiled its V20 flagship smartphone, the successor to the V10 that LG introduced last year, and the first smartphone to run Google's Android Nougat OS out of the box. It's also the first phone to get In Apps, a new homescreen shortcut in Android that makes it easy to … [Link]
Mashable » Take a look at the Hot Wheels AI Intelligent Race System
Car aficinados, AI geeks — your new favorite toy has arrivedHot Wheels has unveiled its AI Intelligent Race System, available for preorder as of Tuesday for $99.99. As you'd expect from Hot Wheels, the car designs are super sleek, though the tech side might be a little disappointing for all the hype about its "intelligent" features. 
Everything you need comes right … [Link]
Mashable » Stranger bluffs through job reference call, hailed 'best bloke in the world'
Gone for a new job and been short on references before? You're not alone. Next time, try calling some random number and asking the stranger who picks up to vouch for you. That's what Australian radio host Hamish Blake did, by dialling a number belonging to a guy called James Lord, to see if he'd be his personal reference for … [Link]
Slashdot » Pokemon-Themed Umbreon Rootkit Targets Linux Systems On ARM and x86
New submitter Kinwolf writes: Security researchers have identified a new family of Linux rootkits that, despite running from user mode, can be hard to detect and remove. Called Umbreon, after a Pokemon character that hides in the darkness, the rootkit has been in development since early 2015 and is now being sold on the underground markets. [It targets Linux-based systems … [Link]
Mashable » 5 questions we have before Sony's big PlayStation event
Sony executives and developers will take the stage Wednesday in New York for an ambiguously titled "PlayStation Meeting." But despite the obtuse title, we know a bit of what's being discussed, thanks to Sony's previous releases and some very leaky retailers. Sony will undoubtedly spend time highlighting the upcoming PlayStation Neo, which it announced in June, as well as the redesigned … [Link]
Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: What Are Anonymous Ways To Pay For Goods and Services?
Long-time Slashdot reader mspohr submitted a report a couple of days ago from Richard Stallman via The Guardian, which argues that we should be able to pay for news anonymously. "Online newspapers and magazines have come to depend, for their income, on a system of advertising and surveillance, which is both annoying and unjust… What they ought to do instead … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Boom time for whales in the Arctic driven by the loss of sea ice
The unprecedented loss of sea ice at high latitudes has one benefit – it has created ideal conditions for baleen whales [Link]
New Scientist – News » Bacteria lurking in blood could be culprit in countless diseases
By triggering inflammation, bacteria could be to blame for the clots and plaques linked to stroke, Alzheimer's disease, arthritis and many other conditions [Link]
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