John Gordon Ross

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Geekish

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.

New Scientist – News » Farewell to Rosetta, the comet mission that captivated the world

Thursday 29 September 23:51:55 UTC 2016

Rosetta caught the public imagination by reaching a distant comet and gathering incredible data. Now its work is over, says mission veteran Gerhard Schwehm [Link]

Mashable » Misfits win the 'Overwatch' Open European finals and head to grand finals

Thursday 29 September 23:44:11 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229720%2fowopeneuroFeed-tw Feed-fbRogue and Misfits went head-to-head in the Overwatch Open European finals, duking it out in an exciting best-of-five match for a spot in the grand finals. SEE ALSO: The best plays from the 'Overwatch' Open North American finals Misfits ended up on top, taking the match 3-2, sticking it out through close rounds, trading maps the whole way. Rogue played well … [Link]

Slashdot » Slashdot Asks: The Washington Post Says It Publishes Something Every Minute — How Much Is Too Much?

Thursday 29 September 23:30:00 UTC 2016

Media outlets are increasingly vying for your attention. But they are also feeding Google's algorithm. Some of them churn hundreds of news articles every day, hoping to offer a diverse range of articles to their readers, and also increase their "search space." The Washington Post is currently running a promotional offer — letting people get a six-month digital subscription for … [Link]

Mashable » Make your own Batman armor using regular household supplies

Thursday 29 September 23:30:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22540%2fbatman_mecha_suit_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbYou think only a millionaire like Bruce Wayne can make totally cool mecha armor for when he stalks the night as Batman and faces foes as strong as Superman?  Well now you, too, can suit up as Gotham’s Dark Knight, as our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, shows how to fake your own bat gadgets using cardboard and Tupperware. Subscribe to CineFix … [Link]

Mashable » Margot Robbie and Kate McKinnon dance and steal bread in hilarious SNL promos

Thursday 29 September 23:23:38 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22800%2fsite_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbMargot Robbie is set to host the 42nd season premiere of Saturday Night Live on Oct. 1st. Before the big night, she appeared in some hilarious promo skits with cast member Kate McKinnon. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Funny, Snl, Saturday Night Live, and Kate Mckinnon [Link]

Mashable » Mark Wahlberg's 'Deepwater Horizon' will have you crying on the edge of your seat

Thursday 29 September 23:21:41 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229665%2fecc9a46aac464de4a582817e0a99b926Feed-tw Feed-fbNo one is making action movies these days quite like Peter Berg, the Lone Survivor director who delivers another jaw-dropping, gut-wrenching, heartfelt human drama with Deepwater Horizon, which chronicles the true story of the worst oil disaster in U.S. history.  The Deepwater Horizon oil spill lasted 57 days, during which time 210 million gallons spilled into the Gulf of Mexico. The … [Link]

Mashable » Watch this toddler freak out over Trump Halloween mask

Thursday 29 September 23:14:03 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22784%2ftrumptantrum1Feed-tw Feed-fbFrightened toddler is not cool with wearing a Trump mask for Halloween.  Read more…More about Mashable Video, Trump, Real Time, Real Time Video, and Us World [Link]

The Joy of Tech » JoT #2339: CAPTCHA, a love story.

Thursday 29 September 23:08:46 UTC 2016

JoT thumbWe all seek meaning in our lives… If you enjoy our work, we hope you'll consider becoming a patron of our arts. [Link]

Mashable » Twitter gave Rosie O'Donnell the worst 'who to follow' recommendation ever

Thursday 29 September 23:03:03 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229754%2frosieFeed-tw Feed-fbWelp, this is about as wrong as you can possibly be, Twitter. Twitter's account suggestion tool, which recommends accounts to follow based on your location and the tweets you interact with, recommended that Rosie O'Donnell follow Donald Trump. Oops. SEE ALSO: 7 things we learned from Donald Trump's Dr. Oz appearance The comedian tweeted an image of the recommendation on Sept. … [Link]

Mashable » Homemade ‘Terminator: Genisys’ uses cost-effective liquid metal robots

Thursday 29 September 23:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22378%2fterminator_homemade_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbWhether Terminator: Genisys is a sequel, a reboot, or some combination of the two, you never turn down an excuse to look like a Terminator using only aluminum foil. Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, serves up creative remakes of your favorite movies, trailers and original songs. Every episode is an exact shot-for-shot re-creation, filmed at home without any visual effects. Subscribe … [Link]

Mashable » Someone put herbal viagra in these sausages, but it's not what you think

Thursday 29 September 22:53:37 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228569%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-29_at_13.15.20Feed-tw Feed-fbSausages don't ask for much by way of seasoning. A dash of mustard, a splash of ketchup — you don't have to go overboard to make them tasty.  SEE ALSO: This hashtag is prompting men to get real about mental health and suicide Except, somebody did go overboard. They put herbal viagra in them. UK charity Fathers4Justice — which campaigns for … [Link]

Slashdot » Microsoft Forms New AI Research Group Led By Harry Shum

Thursday 29 September 22:50:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from TechCrunch: A day after announcing a new artificial intelligence partnership with IBM, Google, Facebook and Amazon, Microsoft is upping the ante within its own walls. The tech giant announced that it is creating a new AI business unit, the Microsoft AI and Research Group, which will be led by Microsoft Research EVP Harry … [Link]

Mashable » Everything Samsung could pack into the Galaxy S8

Thursday 29 September 22:41:24 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229642%2fsamsung-s7-edgeFeed-tw Feed-fbSamsung’s having a really terrible month. Several of its products — new and old — are literally exploding left and right. Looking forward is the only thing the South Korean electronics giant can do as it recalls and exchanges Note7 phones prone to catching on fire from defective batteries. The potential lost sales from the Note7 may push Samsung to move … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Cloudflare's Traffic Control Could Be Used to Target Specific API Security Concerns

Thursday 29 September 22:30:19 UTC 2016

One of the things we at ProgrammableWeb often discuss is how organizations that are embarking on their API journey should seek out a comprehensive API management solution to support their journeys. The rationale we use is pretty simple. If you were to launch a blog for your company, you wouldn't roll your own content management and publishing system, would you? … [Link]

Mashable » Homemade ‘Star Wars’ affordably reenacts the Battle of Hoth

Thursday 29 September 22:30:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22374%2fbattle_of_hoth_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbEver wanted to recreate the epic battle of Hoth in The Empire Strikes Back in your own living room? Regardless of your answer, it's been done. Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, serves up creative remakes of your favorite movies, trailers and original songs. Every episode is an exact shot-for-shot re-creation, filmed at home without any visual effects. Subscribe to CineFix for … [Link]

Mashable » This robot will look after your kids so you don't have to

Thursday 29 September 22:28:38 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229246%2fa8Feed-tw Feed-fbMachines already make your coffee, bot their way around the kitchen floor cleaning up after you and then help drive you to work, so why can't they also help out with the hardest part of a morning (noon and evening) routine: raising kids? Very soon they could. Meet the iPal, a rolling, talking robotic nanny currently serving children in China and … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Google Adds Play Store to Android Wear Platform

Thursday 29 September 22:18:26 UTC 2016

Google today released a new developer preview of Android Wear 2.0. This latest build is the third from Google and brings the smartwatch platform one step closer to its general release. Google added some killer new features to the operating system, but not all the news is good. [Link]

Mashable » Beyoncé is the tech industry's newest celebrity investor

Thursday 29 September 22:16:04 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229679%2fap_496502970Feed-tw Feed-fbSilicon Valley has some new royalty. Beyoncé just pumped $150,000 into a concert merchandise and line-cutting app called Sidestep by way of her Parkwood Entertainment management company, according to TechCrunch. SEE ALSO: Dream university offers entire course on Beyoncé's 'Lemonade' The startup first caught the singer's eye when it started peddling t-shirts and posters for her Formation World Tour earlier this … [Link]

Mashable » Feminist bookstore from 'Portlandia' politely tells the show to f*ck itself

Thursday 29 September 22:14:28 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229648%2fportlandia10Feed-tw Feed-fbFeminist bookstore In Other Words has some words they'd like to share with the television show Portlandia. Those words are: "F*ck you." The television show Portlandia based its feminist bookstore, Women and Women First, on the actual Portland bookstore In Other Words. While the show has filmed there for years, this spring, the store posted a sign in their window that … [Link]

Slashdot » FCC Votes To Upgrade Emergency Smartphone Alerts

Thursday 29 September 22:10:00 UTC 2016

After recent bombings, the Federal Communications Commission has voted to update the four-year-old emergency smartphone alerts system, which is used by officials to ping smartphones to alert people of severe weather, missing children, terror attacks or other danger. Some of the new changes allow the system to send texts with links to pictures, maps and phone numbers. CNNMoney reports: The … [Link]

Mashable » Mercedes just unveiled its first all-electric crossover

Thursday 29 September 22:03:30 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229485%2fd446c1455409499c9d034c77c234d792Feed-tw Feed-fbTesla has the lock on the all-electric SUV market with its Model X. But it won't for long. That's because Mercedes is gunning for the upstart electric-car-maker with its very own luxury EV crossover, dubbed the EQ, that it debuted in Paris Thursday morning. Historically, the Paris show has been the place that the world's carmakers debut some of their higher-end … [Link]

Mashable » You can hardly tell this homemade ’Sin City’ was shot in color

Thursday 29 September 22:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22368%2fsin_city_homemade_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbWith no green screen or special effects, and lots of black and white paint, this homemade Sin City: A Dame to Kill For trailer is, well, to kill for. Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, serves up creative, DIY versions of your favorite movies, trailers and original songs. Every episode is an exact shot-for-shot remake created at home without any visual effects. … [Link]

Mashable » Trump jokes about kicking non-Christians out of an Iowa rally

Thursday 29 September 21:41:21 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229522%2ftrump_in_iowaFeed-tw Feed-fbDonald Trump, speaking Wednesday to Christian conservatives, made a joke about kicking non-Christians out of a rally. To a cheering crowd in Council Bluffs, Iowa, he asked Christian conservatives in the crowd to raise their hands. The room lit up with cheers and people proudly throwing up their arms, as seen in a video from The Washington Post. But then Trump … [Link]

Mashable » Next time you get a phone alert, you won't be so terrified

Thursday 29 September 21:37:43 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229544%2fthumbfccFeed-tw Feed-fbThe Federal Communications Commission is making some improvements to its emergency alert system following the bombing in Chelsea, New York. After the bombing, authorities sent out emergency alerts to mobile phones in the New York area warning residents to be on the look out for the suspect. Phones buzzed across New York city during rush hour, with the words: "Wanted: Ahmad … [Link]

Mashable » A ‘Reservoir Dogs’ remake with sock puppets

Thursday 29 September 21:30:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22188%2freservoir_socks_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbWhile Quentin Tarantino’s Reservoir Dogs has tons of iconic moments, one of the most memorable will always be the scene in which Steve Buscemi complains about having to go by the name, "Mr. Pink." And now there's this: that exact scene, but with sock puppets.  Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, serves up creative DIY versions of your favorite trailers and movie … [Link]

Slashdot » Four States Sue To Stop Internet Transition

Thursday 29 September 21:30:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Hill: Republican attorneys general in four states are filing a lawsuit to block the transfer of internet domain systems oversight from the U.S. to an international governing body. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich, Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt and Nevada Attorney General Paul Laxalt filed a lawsuit … [Link]

Mashable » Beyoncé's Ivy Park announces fall collection in enticing commercial

Thursday 29 September 21:21:53 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22770%2f91626f5455a54991b757c3a2f88892ecFeed-tw Feed-fb Ivy Park, Queen Bey's performance wear announced it's fall/winter '16 collection in this hypnotizing commercial. In a montage of Beyoncé dancing, singing and working out, she narrated her strategic exercise regime.  The second half of the commercial began with, "When I'm about to give up, I picture that one person I love more than anyone," where Queen Bey described a … [Link]

Mashable » So Caroline Kraft from 'Mean Girls' is gorgeous IRL

Thursday 29 September 21:07:29 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229639%2f54c65c799b63447f99969f80e5ba2255Feed-tw Feed-fbNo Mean Girls fan will ever forget the first time they heard Cady Heron proudly declare "The limit does not exist!" in the math competition scene. But no one remembers the moment more clearly than the fictional Caroline Kraft, whose team lost to Cady in that tie-breaking round. Flash forward to 12 years after Mean Girls came out, and we are somehow … [Link]

Mashable » Postmodern Jukebox takes 'Family Guy' theme song for a jazzy spin

Thursday 29 September 21:04:49 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22771%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb Postmodern Jukebox is back with another of their ingenious re-imaginations, this time with the theme song to Family Guy. The jazzy remake features Casey Abrams on vocals and an absolutely incredible tap dance by Sarah Reich. We could listen to this all day. Matt Damon and Ben Affleck argue over Tom Brady's friendship YouTuber Lilly Singh gets 'schooled' by Michelle … [Link]

Popular Science » Who has seven thumbs and is up for a Philly Geek Award?

Thursday 29 September 21:02:37 UTC 2016

From Our Blogs: Boxplot Hint: It's not Goro from Mortal Kombat. I counted. The Philly Geek Awards are an awards ceremony honoring outstanding achievements in Philadelphia’s vibrant geek community. [Link]

Mashable » The science behind the violence of the movie ’Fight Club’

Thursday 29 September 21:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f20685%2ffight_club_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbIt’s been a good 15 years since Fight Club hit theaters, but many can still hear Tyler Durden’s voice in their minds. Because the movie is quotable, that is. Our CineFix series, Things You Didn't Know, went deep into the production of this '90s classic—and broke several rules of Fight Club—to dig up some interesting facts.  Subscribe to CineFix for more … [Link]

Mashable » Fake Bruce Willis fires through this homemade ‘Red 2’ trailer

Thursday 29 September 21:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22182%2fred_2_homemade_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbThe official Red 2 trailer gets an explosive homemade makeover, starring homemade versions of Bruce Willis, Helen Mirren, Mary Louis-Parker, John Malkovich and Anthony Hopkins. Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, serves up creative remakes of your favorite trailers and movie scenes. All videos are exact shot-for-shot re-creations using stuff you'd find lying around your house, and without any visual effects. Subscribe … [Link]

Popular Science » Four-Legged Robot Can Open Doors

Thursday 29 September 20:58:29 UTC 2016

Technology Bounce, bounce, bounce Ghost Robotics' Ghost Minitaur is a quadruped robot that can open doors. [Link]

Slashdot » Google Delays Release of Android Wear 2.0 To 2017

Thursday 29 September 20:50:00 UTC 2016

Google announced today the next generation of its smartwatch platform — Android Wear 2.0 — won't be seeing the light of day this year. The company says that it will release the final version of Android Wear 2.0 in early 2017. From a TechCrunch report: While Google never talked about a final release date for Wear 2.0, its original schedule … [Link]

Mashable » 'Star Trek' cast and crew takes a public stand against Donald Trump

Thursday 29 September 20:43:56 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229601%2ff0acc0736d8341be8ed1d652fb4cec58Feed-tw Feed-fbDonald Trump would never make it in the Star Trek universe. The amassed former and current cast and crewmembers of various Trek series and films have all come together under a single banner: Trek Against Trump.  SEE ALSO: Star Trek at 50: You made me who I am Their five-week mission? To course-correct a nation that at times has seemed hellbent … [Link]

Mashable » Google's big Android Wear 2.0 update is delayed

Thursday 29 September 20:42:44 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229505%2fimage02Feed-tw Feed-fbIf you were hoping to hear more about the next version of Android Wear at Google's big hardware event next week, you might not want to get your hopes up just yet. Google has now pushed back the date for the official release of the update to "early 2017." SEE ALSO: Up close with Google's new Android Wear 2.0 update The … [Link]

Mashable » Introducing 'Cat Jesus,' who's here to rob a bank in 'Masterminds'

Thursday 29 September 20:36:51 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229620%2fd23c7891a7be4386820d5ffb5ea121b6Feed-tw Feed-fbJesus made cats. No reason not to have a half-Jesus, half-cat around. Which is a nice thought, too. SEE ALSO: Tim Burton's 'Miss Peregrine' should be about Miss Peregrine, not this boring kid And not as weird as it normally might be, seeing as it's coming from the mouth of the weird-by-default Zach Galifianakis, star of Masterminds, which is opening this … [Link]

Mashable » Matt Damon and Ben Affleck argue over Tom Brady's friendship

Thursday 29 September 20:36:06 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22760%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-29_at_2.57.35_pmFeed-tw Feed-fb Few things are as precious as the modern bromance – and none more precious than that between Matt Damon and…Tom Brady? For four minutes only, Brady comes in between famous best friends Matt Damon and Ben Affleck in an ad for charitable organization, Omaze. We're sure they made up quickly. YouTuber Lilly Singh gets 'schooled' by Michelle Obama in new … [Link]

Mashable » Inflated boulders roll through this low-budget ‘Indiana Jones’

Thursday 29 September 20:30:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22179%2findiana_jones_homemade_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbThe opening scene from Raiders of the Lost Ark, that famous battle of Indiana Jones vs. boulder, is one of the most iconic movie scenes out there. Here it is again, but with some distinctly (and impressively) DIY props and settings.  Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, serves up creative remakes of your favorite movies, trailers and original songs. Every episode is … [Link]

Mashable » Cavs owner Dan Gilbert is giving janitors NBA championship rings, but there's more to the story

Thursday 29 September 20:26:20 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229563%2f966f59b4970f425387af83be84b58ec2Feed-tw Feed-fbCleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert isn't just giving championship rings to LeBron James and his team's players and coaches. He's also giving versions of those rings to more than 1,000 other people who played tangential roles in the team's first NBA title — including janitors, concession workers, ushers and police officers who work Cavs home games.  This is cool, no doubt. … [Link]

Mashable » Want to live longer? You might want to switch to the Mediterranean diet

Thursday 29 September 20:26:01 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228568%2fc0c7d905124a49f9b68d041b949fb2d9Feed-tw Feed-fbBust out the olive oil, fruits and veggies — turns out eating a Mediterranean diet could help save lives. Results of a new study performed in Norfolk, England suggested that following a Mediterranean diet could prevent over 19,000 deaths a year in the UK. Though health benefits associated with Mediterranean diets in the Mediterranean region are well-known, this study sought to … [Link]

Mashable » The new lawsuit that will escalate Exxon's climate change troubles

Thursday 29 September 20:20:34 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229476%2fexxonthumbFeed-tw Feed-fbExxon’s climate change-related legal problems are growing by the day.  In addition to investigations by several state attorneys general and a separate inquiry on the part of the Securities and Exchange Commission, a new lawsuit filed in federal court on Thursday by a Massachusetts-based environmental group alleges the oil and gas giant has failed to take climate science research (including its … [Link]

Mashable » Ryder Cup heckler pulled onto green to prove himself, sinks 12-foot putt

Thursday 29 September 20:19:29 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229554%2fgettyimages-611393266Feed-tw Feed-fbIf you're cocky enough to heckle golf pros about their game, you'd better be able to walk the walk. David Johnson of North Dakota, the world's cockiest golf fan, did just that on the eighth green of the 2016 Ryder Cup. SEE ALSO: 'Happy Gilmore' hits the golf course as an 8-bit movie Johnson continuously heckled European pros Rory McIlroy and … [Link]

Slashdot » Researcher Find D-Link DWR-932 Router Is 'Chock Full of Holes'

Thursday 29 September 20:10:00 UTC 2016

Reader JustAnotherOldGuy writes: Security researcher Pierre Kim has unearthed a bucketload of vulnerabilities in the LTE router/portable wireless hotspot D-Link DWR-932. Kim found the latest available firmware has these vulnerabilities: Two backdoor accounts with easy-to-guess passwords that can be used to bypass the HTTP authentication used to manage the router-A default, hardcoded Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) PIN, as well as … [Link]

Mashable » Homemade ‘Lord of the Rings’ trailer features precious cardboard ring

Thursday 29 September 20:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22176%2flord_of_rings_homemade_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbThe Lord of the Rings gets one homemade trailer to rule them all, from our CineFix series, Homemade Movies. Here, J.R.R. Tolkien's epic trilogy comes to life without any fancy visual effects or expensive flights to New Zealand. (Take that, Peter Jackson.)  This remake is based on the original teaser for the entire trilogy, way back in 2000, so it uses … [Link]

Mashable » The first 'Survivor: Millennials Vs. Gen-X' blindside victim is real salty about it

Thursday 29 September 19:54:32 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229446%2f24d178df7936480881b9209aa344b239Feed-tw Feed-fbMari Takahashi was the younger tribe's first casualty in Survivor: Millennials Vs. Gen-X, and she's very salty about it. The move was a surprising early blindside against a strong player who seemed poised to go far. And it was especially unexpected given that the Millennial tribe already had a strong reason to break up the Figgy/Taylor romance. Couples are a dangerous … [Link]

Mashable » Princess Charlotte hugged a balloon display and yelled 'Dada'

Thursday 29 September 19:54:15 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229477%2fgettyimages-611410346Feed-tw Feed-fbPrincess Charlotte is just like us. No, really, she is.  SEE ALSO: 6 times Prince George gave absolutely zero f*cks She doesn't care about crowns, sceptres or orbs. She just wants balloons.  During Charlotte's first public engagement during the royal tour of Canada, the 16-month-old attended a tea party for military families on the lawn of Government House in Victoria.  Shortly … [Link]

Mashable » How Congressmen are celebrating their grilling of Wells Fargo CEO

Thursday 29 September 19:31:13 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228512%2fgettyimages-601081906Feed-tw Feed-fbA "joyous occasion"? Maybe not for Wells Fargo CEO John Stumpf, who testified on Capitol Hill Thursday about the bank's recent scandal.  The San Francisco-based bank was fined $185 million by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau earlier this month for creating more than 2 million fake accounts, between 2011 and 2015 that used customers' identities to boost employees' sale numbers.  SEE … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Don’t worry, bee happy: Bees found to have emotions and moods

Thursday 29 September 19:30:55 UTC 2016

Treats seem to trigger bumblebees’ dopamine pathways, appearing to make them feel happy and take a more upbeat outlook on life [Link]

New Scientist – News » Insects may have feelings, so do we need more humane fly spray?

Thursday 29 September 19:30:39 UTC 2016

Increasing research suggests insects may possess basic consciousness, in which case we would need to minimise their suffering, says Peter Singer [Link]

Slashdot » AOL's Innovative Card-Based Email Service, Alto, Comes To iOS And Android

Thursday 29 September 19:30:00 UTC 2016

Remember AOL? The company best known for its email service? Three years ago, it released a Pinterest-like platform for desktop email called Alto. Today AOL announced the release of Alto for iOS and Android — nearly a year after it began beta testing it. FastCompany writes: The app's design is based on the idea that email has shifted from a … [Link]

Mashable » Here's what the 'Kick-Ass' bazooka scene looks like as a homemade movie

Thursday 29 September 19:30:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22166%2fkickass_homemade_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbKick-Ass is already a movie about homemade superheroes—what would it look like if the movie itself were homemade, with absolutely no visual effects? In this re-creation of the epic climactic scene from the film, our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, makes a pretty ass-kicking DIY rocket launcher explosion out of cardboard and sparklers.  Subscribe to CineFix for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinefix Read more…More … [Link]

Mashable » 'Hamilton' alum Leslie Odom, Jr. to use his powers for good on a Christmas album

Thursday 29 September 19:26:27 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229403%2f983d2588fcd24433aad88104306e2531Feed-tw Feed-fbHow’s that for redemption, Aaron Burr? Leslie Odom, Jr., best known for assassinating Alexander Hamilton and rapping up a storm while he did it, will release a Christmas album in winter of 2016. SEE ALSO: Joss Whedon and his celebrity friends want you to vote on election day The Tony winner announced the news on Good Day NY and Twitter on … [Link]

Mashable » YouTuber Lilly Singh gets 'schooled' by Michelle Obama in new video

Thursday 29 September 19:24:07 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22751%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb LOS ANGELES — Lilly Singh and First Lady Michelle Obama share a passion for encouraging higher education. But they also share a love for Heads Up!  In a new video, the YouTuber, FLOTUS and two students from Howard University play a new "reach higher" edition of Heads Up! in which all the topics are related to education. Singh and Obama … [Link]

Mashable » Dr. Phil to interview 'Making a Murderer' subject Steven Avery

Thursday 29 September 19:23:58 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229333%2fmaking_a_murderer_dr_philFeed-tw Feed-fbDr. Phil will tackle the case surrounding Making a Murderer subject Steven Avery during a new interview with the convicted killer, it was announced Thursday. The daytime talk show will dedicate two episodes to Avery's case, airing Monday, Oct. 3 and Tuesday, Oct. 4. Avery will call in to the show from prison to talk to host Dr. Phil McGraw, who … [Link]

Mashable » New Apple ad depicts lovely balloon invasion to highlight new features in Messages

Thursday 29 September 19:19:21 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228110%2fappleballoonsFeed-tw Feed-fbBalloons can signify lifting up, letting go, unimaginable joy or simply a birthday wish. When seen by the thousands, they can inspire awe, maybe a little fear, or remind you of a certain classic Pixar. For Apple, though, balloons are now just another way to add emotion to text messages. In iOS 10, there are a whole bunch of new ways … [Link]

Mashable » Labor Department guarantees sick leave to federal contractors

Thursday 29 September 19:17:15 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229195%2fgettyimages-455448155Feed-tw Feed-fbContractors working for the federal government will be among the first in the gig economy to gain some workplace protections.  Federal contractors will be guaranteed up to seven paid sick days a year, the Department of Labor said Thursday.  Contractors won't have to work directly for the federal government to qualify. Businesses doing work for the federal government will have to … [Link]

Mashable » Toy dinosaurs chase real people in this ’Jurassic Park’ remake

Thursday 29 September 19:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22149%2fjurassic_park_chase_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbNot everyone has the advanced cloning technology needed to make dinosaurs in a lab. But anyone with a little creativity, spare time, and toy dinosaurs can re-create their favorite scene from Jurassic Park at home. Here's the proof. Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, serves up DIY remakes of your favorite movies, trailers and original songs. Every episode is an exact shot-for-shot … [Link]

Mashable » President Obama's take on the Colin Kaepernick anthem controversy

Thursday 29 September 18:57:17 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22738%2fsite_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbWhile he stressed the importance of trying to understand both sides regarding Colin Kaepernick's national anthem protest, President Barack Obama also noted at a Presidential Town Hall that the freedom and democracy that defines America is what allows the 49ers player to express himself. Read more…More about Mashable Video, National Anthem, Flag, Kneeling, and Nfl [Link]

Mashable » Angry dad writes hilarious note on his son's mail

Thursday 29 September 18:56:18 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22743%2f0604dcf656d747babf7c7c3db5ef941fFeed-tw Feed-fbSometimes, you just have to let it out. An aggravated father perfectly captured his true feelings for his son after his boy had a bit of a change of mind.  The father, who currently resides in the UK, recently shipped his son, who is currently living in Australia, a guitar. Obviously, shipping a guitar across the world can be quite intense … [Link]

Mashable » The technology that could have stopped the New Jersey train crash

Thursday 29 September 18:52:12 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228497%2f532ea6bfc0764ed1bcb2e77b3e888939Feed-tw Feed-fbA train that smashed into the station in Hoboken, New Jersey during rush hour on Thursday likely wasn't equipped with a technology called positive train control that could have prevented the derailment.  Positive train control is a speed-limiting technology that is built to "automatically stop a train before certain types of accidents occur," according to the website of the Association of … [Link]

Mashable » Tim Burton's 'Miss Peregrine' should be about Miss Peregrine, not this boring kid

Thursday 29 September 18:51:59 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229310%2fe24c4fa45b5b4843a65b95b8dfc4ec8eFeed-tw Feed-fbTim Burton's adaptation of the bestselling novel Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is a peculiar thing indeed.  Playing like a cross between X-Men and Groundhog Day, the often-frustrating film offers as many pros as cons, but can't make up for the glaring lack of charisma of its young protagonist Jake, played by a flat and surprisingly bland Asa Butterfield. SEE … [Link]

Slashdot » Raspberry Pi Foundation Unveils New LXDE-Based Desktop For Raspbian Called PIXEL

Thursday 29 September 18:50:00 UTC 2016

Raspberry Pi Foundation's Simon Long has unveiled a new desktop environment for the Debian-based Raspbian GNU/Linux operating system for Raspberry Pi devices. From a Softpedia report (submitted by an anonymous reader):Until today, Raspbian shipped with the well-known and lightweight LXDE desktop environment, which looks pretty much the same as on any other Linux-based distribution out there that is built around … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Mini dog robot can bounce, open doors and even climb fences

Thursday 29 September 18:38:06 UTC 2016

Minitaur is designed to be an affordable, practical quadruped robot – and it could make an ideal robo-pet [Link]

Popular Science » Metals From Bird Feathers May Help Reconstruct Dinosaur Colors

Thursday 29 September 18:24:35 UTC 2016

Animals X-rays show link between several elements and colorful markings Metals left behind in dinosaur fossils might offer a clue to what colors graced their feathers. [Link]

Geek Culture » Wow, scads of Snaggy tidbits! And what a nice one from Shooshie!

Thursday 29 September 18:22:00 UTC 2016

Shooshie says Ya gotta admit, … … and Snaggy loves Nero's rotating dining room, gets a Spiralizer, notes the Total Solar Eclipse next year, spys a Circumhorizontal arc, sees They Saw Evolution Happening, and sends out a call for SuperFan mailing addresses. [Link]

Slashdot » Cable TV Companies Could Lose Nearly $1 Billion in the Next Year From People Ditching Their Subscriptions

Thursday 29 September 18:10:00 UTC 2016

Nathan McAlone, writing for BusinessInsider: Cable TV companies could lose nearly $1 billion to people cutting the cord over the next year, according to a new study by management consulting firm cg42. The firm estimates that 800,000 cable customers will ditch their subscriptions in the next 12 months. Cg42 expects each customer to be an average loss of $1,248 annually, … [Link]

Popular Science » Drone Sets Record For Longest Flight Time By VTOL Aircraft

Thursday 29 September 18:04:10 UTC 2016

Aviation 22, 22, 22 hours to go: I want to be elevated Hybrid quadcopter sets record for longest VTOL flight by an aircraft. [Link]

Mashable » Barack Obama asks Colin Kaepernick to consider 'pain' he's causing military families

Thursday 29 September 17:54:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228113%2f7d55125a2f244a3ab5bf0751c0e9048dFeed-tw Feed-fbPresident Obama voiced his opinion on Colin Kaepernick's National Anthem protest once again, but this time he played devil's advocate. During a CNN Town Hall meeting on Wednesday night, Obama spoke to Jake Tapper and members of the U.S. Army station at Fort Lee, Virginia about the 49ers quarterback and his decision to kneel during the National Anthem in response of … [Link]

Mashable » It's natural to be obsessed with this woman's 12 chinchilla Persian cats

Thursday 29 September 17:49:03 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22720%2f12catsFeed-tw Feed-fbThere are so many wonderful, mutant animals to follow on Instagram — and while all deserve our love, only a few should have our full attention. Over the past few months, 12catslady has been blowing up Instagram with photos of her 12 chinchilla Persian cats. Each cat is scientifically adorable, but it's the cats' empty stares, blank eyes and robotic conformity … [Link]

Mashable » You can take the new iPhone into the shower, but please don't

Thursday 29 September 17:42:19 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f222248%2funtitled-59-2Feed-tw Feed-fbThe best iPhone 7 feature may be its scariest: Apple's new device is water-resistant, meaning you can take that sucker in the shower with you and scrub away at the ever-thinning line between man and machine. SEE ALSO: You can take your iPhone 7 surfing with you I tried it and can confirm that the phone will withstand a continued stream … [Link]

Popular Science » The Americas Just Eliminated Measles, But Vaccination Will Help It Stay Gone

Thursday 29 September 17:31:00 UTC 2016

Health A milestone in disease control Earlier this week, the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) announced that after a 22 year eradication effort, measles had been… [Link]

Mashable » Folding cardboard cityscapes line this homemade ‘Inception’ remake

Thursday 29 September 17:30:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f21808%2finception_homemade_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbAs a certain Leo DiCaprio said in Inception, a simple idea can be powerful. And when you're making homemade versions of famous movies, you'll need lots of simple ideas. Also lots of cardboard. Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, travels to the deepest level of "homemade" as they re-create the Inception trailer with no visual effects or green screens. Just a camera, … [Link]

Slashdot » WhatsApp Won't Comply With India's Order To Delete User Data

Thursday 29 September 17:30:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader shares an Engadget report: WhatsApp's decision to share user data with Facebook has provoked the ire of yet another foreign government. Last week, India's Delhi High Court ordered WhatsApp to delete any data collected from users who opted out of the company's new privacy policy before September 25th. According to Mashable, however, WhatsApp has no plan to … [Link]

Mashable » The CW's superheroes will face the Dominators in four-show crossover

Thursday 29 September 17:28:06 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228543%2f1af800fc8aaa41eb9a96c5b303077c05Feed-tw Feed-fbAfter battling the villainous Vandal Savage in last season's three-show CW crossover event, the heroes of Arrow, The Flash and DC's Legends of Tomorrow will face an even more formidable foe in this year's four-night event, with network newcomer Supergirl joining the fight.  Mashable has learned that DC Comics' Dominators will invade the shared TV universe referred to as the "Arrowverse" … [Link]

Mashable » A step-by-step guide to Elon Musk's vision for interplanetary travel

Thursday 29 September 17:21:14 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227454%2f7d387bd558bb43458423d2d392e0e1fdFeed-tw Feed-fbIt’s no secret that Elon Musk wants to save humanity. For years the tech billionaire and founder of SpaceX has said that he wants to make sure the human race is safe from an extinction-level event (like an asteroid strike) on Earth by establishing a city on Mars. But until this week, details about just how he plans to that were … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Relink's Goodwin API Provides Access to Key Hiring Information for Specialized Job Roles

Thursday 29 September 17:20:45 UTC 2016

Relink, a recruitment technology startup based in Copenhagen, has launched the beta version of the Goodwin API, the API powering the Goodwin recruitment data service. Currently in beta, Goodwin is a free service provided by Relink that recruiters can use to search for and obtain hiring information and insights for specialized job roles. [Link]

Popular Science » An iPhone 7 Headphone Jack Case Could Be On The Way

Thursday 29 September 17:20:15 UTC 2016

Gadgets The Fuze battery case offers a charging port and a proper headphone jack The Fuze case aims to bring the iPhone 7 a charging port and headphone jack… [Link]

New Scientist – News » Your boobs start to eat themselves after breastfeeding is over

Thursday 29 September 17:18:30 UTC 2016

A molecular switch has been identified that prompts cells inside the breasts to transform from milk secretors to cellular eaters that gobble up dying neighbours [Link]

Mashable » Niall Horan's first solo single is exactly what One Direction fans want

Thursday 29 September 17:12:47 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228413%2f9ad0b95295f24cb995fc1c2ba585973bFeed-tw Feed-fbOne by one, the boys of One Direction are going solo to let you know what makes you beautiful in their own ways.  Niall Horan, like the sensitive Irish boy he is, released his debut single as a black and white video with just Horan on an acoustic guitar. Good news, Directioners — "This Town" sounds exactly like the Niall you … [Link]

Mashable » The best action and adventure sports photography of 2016

Thursday 29 September 17:07:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22224%2fenhance_finalistFeed-tw Feed-fbThe winners of the Red Bull Illume Sports Photography Contest were announced this week, and they include some stunning perspectives of action and adventure sports. Photographer Lorenz Holder won top prize for his colorful image of BMX Pro Rider Senad Grosic.   "In my photos, I like to show the viewers the beauty of the environment where athletes perform. I think … [Link]

Mashable » 'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered' trailer heads back to familiar battlegrounds

Thursday 29 September 17:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22692%2fimgresFeed-tw Feed-fb If you're more excited for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered than you are for Infinite Warfare, it's understandable.  Infinite Warfare looks like good times, but the original Modern Warfare was a watershed moment for first-person shooters, energizing the genre and changing its course in fundamental ways. On both the story side and the competitive side, Modern Warfare was a … [Link]

Mashable » Cardboard 'Iron Man' sings an oddly touching ballad to himself

Thursday 29 September 17:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f21804%2firon_man_song_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbThe team from our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, presents Tony Stark singing an epic love ballad to his one true love: Iron Man. Homemade Movies serves up creative, DIY-style remakes of your favorite trailers and movie scenes. Subscribe to CineFix for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinefix Read more…More about Mashable Video, Tony Stark, Iron Man, Marvel, and Homemade Movies [Link]

Mashable » 'Big Brother: Over the Top' has four new ways for you to call the shots

Thursday 29 September 16:59:06 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228521%2f2dc245ead3f044b3b93f6c62fa1455a2Feed-tw Feed-fbBig Brother: Over the Top premiered Sept. 28 on CBS All Access — the first in a string of original series set to debut on CBS' new streaming service in the coming months. During the premiere, it was revealed that Big Brother 17 alum Jason Roy would return to the Big Brother house as the 13th and final Houseguest for the … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Milky Way’s baby brother caught copying its star shredding habit

Thursday 29 September 16:58:46 UTC 2016

The Large Magellanic Cloud is taking tips from us – it’s been caught shredding a globular cluster it stole from elsewhere, just like our galaxy is known to do [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Google Releases Google My Business API v3.1

Thursday 29 September 16:53:07 UTC 2016

Google has announced the availability of the Google My Business API v3.1. Significant additions to the new version include push notifications of new listings and new reviews. The push notifications are triggered in real-time and businesses have the ability to manage such changes in real-time via a dashboard. [Link]

Slashdot » Microsoft Widens Edge Browser Bug Hunt For Bounty Hunters

Thursday 29 September 16:50:00 UTC 2016

Microsoft said today it is expanding its program for rewarding those who find and report bugs in Edge, its latest web browser, enabling bounty hunters to claim their prize for a broader range of vulnerabilities. The Register adds: The snappily titled "Microsoft Edge Web Platform on Windows Insider Preview Bug Bounty Programme" was launched in August, and enabled anyone to … [Link]

Mashable » Tiny piglet walks using only front legs

Thursday 29 September 16:42:47 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22678%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb This little piggy has a special way of walking. Colorado Cutie Pigs shared this video of one-week-old Miracle the piglet exploring his pen. Unlike his siblings, Miracle was born without any back legs, but still managed to walk on his tiny front hooves. As mentioned in the post's description, Miracle's owners planned to accommodate his special needs with a wheelchair. … [Link]

Mashable » Social media documents New Jersey train crashing into station during rush hour

Thursday 29 September 16:27:26 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22699%2f40ff4f4bbb3f4f63af233f2a09a377d2Feed-tw Feed-fb As rush hour was in full swing on Thursday, tweets filtered out with dramatic accounts from people on a New Jersey train. The train failed to stop as it came into Hoboken Station in New Jersey, smashing into commuters standing on the platform and destroying parts of the train station. At least one person has been killed and more than … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Living with adult children protects parents against depression

Thursday 29 September 16:22:50 UTC 2016

Have your kids boomeranged back home? Don’t worry, their presence could help reduce the risk of depression [Link]

Mashable » Live the dream of creating your own ‘Jurassic World’ raptor costume

Thursday 29 September 16:19:50 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f21802%2fjurassic_park_raptor_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbWant to terrify your friends and neighbors? Want to ride with your very own velociraptor motorcycle gang, like Chris Pratt in Jurassic World? Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, can help you realize those dreams with this step-by-step how-to video on making a DIY raptor costume. (No dinosaur DNA required.) Subscribe to CineFix for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinefix Read more…More about Mashable Video, … [Link]

Mashable » Dude made tiny, kitten-sized pancakes for his tiny kitten

Thursday 29 September 16:19:20 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22703%2f8ef3e602372144ccbe90d0fedf58b64aFeed-tw Feed-fbWhen Chase Stout found himself at home without his girlfriend and with the responsibility of feeding his kitten, he got a little creative. Instead of serving up traditional cat food, Stout lovingly cooked some kitty-sized pancakes for Mr. Wilson, a cat that he and Kenzie Jones adopted earlier this month. SEE ALSO: Adorable 'tumble dryer' kittens born in London dry-cleaners will … [Link]

Mashable » Irish bar has a creative solution for people constantly writing on its toilet doors

Thursday 29 September 16:15:48 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22722%2ffeda75fe728940258afb043ffd225c66Feed-tw Feed-fbIf you can't beat them, join them. But only on your own terms. The Salt House, a pub in Galway, Ireland, was tired of its patrons constantly writing on its toilet doors, so the pub owners came up with a clever solution: a children's toy. SEE ALSO: This cafe had the perfect response to a 1-star TripAdvisor review The pub placed … [Link]

Mashable » These colourful e-books make 'Game of Thrones' infinitely easier to follow

Thursday 29 September 16:12:37 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228161%2fgots_ibooks_headerFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — Anyone who has read George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series will know that it's not the most straightforward of tales. There are time jumps, epic histories, two vast, sprawling continents and enough characters to require an enormous appendix rammed full of different family trees. Basically, the occasional bit of flicking back and forth is essential … [Link]

Mashable » Hungry dog licking a window gets a fulfilling Photoshop battle

Thursday 29 September 16:10:52 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22695%2fuhew4zqFeed-tw Feed-fbThere’s a reason why dogs are referred to as man's best friend. It's clearly the shared loved for donuts.  An extremely relatable photo of a dog licking the window in front of a tray of freshly made donuts at 'The Barkery' sparked emotionally charged food cravings on the internet. But it also prompted an intense and hilarious Photoshop battle on Reddit.  … [Link]

Slashdot » FCC Delays Cable TV Apps Vote, Needs Time To Work Out Licensing

Thursday 29 September 16:10:00 UTC 2016

The FCC has delayed a vote on a plan that would require pay-TV operators to make free TV applications, so cable subscribers will have to wait longer for an alternative to renting set-top boxes from cable companies. ArsTechnica reports:The FCC was scheduled to vote on final rules at its monthly meeting today, but the item was removed from the agenda … [Link]

Mashable » Keven Hart and Titus Burgess appear in star-studded 'Hey White People!' PSA

Thursday 29 September 16:08:04 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22711%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-29_at_10.43.37_amFeed-tw Feed-fb Oh, some sweet comedic relief. On Wednesday night, Stephen Colbert and The Late Show band leader, Jon Batiste, addressed some of the racial tension in America today by premiering a star-studded PSA they called "Hey White People!" The hilarious video, seeking to "heal the racial divide" features some of our favorite celebrities like Tituss Burgess, Kevin Hart, Samuel L. Jackson, … [Link]

Mashable » Volcanologist wants you to stop making that one 'Star Trek' joke, please

Thursday 29 September 16:06:32 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22710%2f30c450d7b95346c28c959b8bc1e9d73fFeed-tw Feed-fbTrust us, you're hilarious. But you really need to let this Star Trek joke go. Redditor Haoleopteryx is a volcanologist, meaning they're a scientist who studies volcanoes. Sadly, their job title leads them into many conversations with people who like to make the same, Star Trek-related dad joke. SEE ALSO: Here's George Takei chilling in zero gravity for the 'Star Trek' … [Link]

Mashable » 7 things you didn't know about 'Fight Club'

Thursday 29 September 16:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22173%2ftydkfightclubytFeed-tw Feed-fb It’s been a good 17 years since Fight Club hit theaters, but many can still hear Tyler Durden’s voice in their minds.  Because the movie is quotable, that is. Our CineFix series, Things You Didn't Know, went deep into the production of this '90s classic—and broke several rules of Fight Club—to dig up some interesting facts. Subscribe to CineFix for … [Link]

Mashable » If ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ were remade with homemade sci-fi effects

Thursday 29 September 16:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f21794%2fguardians_galaxy_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbMarvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy had a huge effects budget to produce its sprawling science fiction scenes. Not everyone is as fortunate, though—sometimes you have to get creative with whatever you have lying around the house. Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, brings you this new version of the Guardians trailer, re-created with lots and lots of paper crafts. Subscribe to CineFix … [Link]

Popular Science » 212-Million-Year-Old Reptile Had Anteater-Like Arms

Thursday 29 September 16:00:00 UTC 2016

Animals The better to dig with, my dear In a paper published in Current Biology today, researchers announced that they'd found the fossilized remains of a reptile with very odd arms. [Link]

Mashable » Kanye West joins Juicy J for 'Ballin' and the video is on fire

Thursday 29 September 15:58:57 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228365%2fballinFeed-tw Feed-fbKanye West and Juicy J have dropped a video for their freshly-released track, "Ballin.' "I got a tub so big you can take swimming lessons in it," boasts Juicy, one upping his peers in the great Drake and Kanye pool battle.  SEE ALSO: Kanye West played 'Famous' three times in Taylor Swift's hometown You can listen to the track below and … [Link]

Mashable » Watch Miley Cyrus take over Ellen DeGeneres' hosting gig

Thursday 29 September 15:57:33 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22690%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-29_at_11.09.52_amFeed-tw Feed-fb“I am Ellen DeGeneres," Miley Cyrus declared, after dancing her way onto The Ellen Degeneres set to take over hosting the show on Wednesday.  DeGeneres, who was sick during the taping of Sept. 28 episode, enlisted The Voice coach to fill her role as host—and things definitely had that special Cyrus flare.   SEE ALSO: Miley Cyrus and her tongue to … [Link]

Mashable » Uber is refunding surge-priced rides around New Jersey train crash area

Thursday 29 September 15:45:46 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228261%2f5b1a749bf9c843f3997122f385803fdcFeed-tw Feed-fbUber is refunding rides that surged in price after a New Jersey Transit train crash in Hoboken, New Jersey early on Thursday.  Uber has been criticized in the past for allowing ride prices to soar during emergencies. SEE ALSO: Uber riders can now use pre-tax commuter money At least one person died in the New Jersey transit crash, and around 100 … [Link]

Mashable » Cartoon Network announces end of 'Adventure Time' two years ahead

Thursday 29 September 15:41:35 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228172%2f89ec9f65ee684c218c6f623f03632177Feed-tw Feed-fbAll good things come to an end — even if it's a slow burn. Cartoon Network's delightfully bizarre Adventure Time will officially end in 2018, after eight years of on-air eccentricity. SEE ALSO: 'You're the Worst' is coming back for Season 4 Cartoon Network confirmed with a press release that the animated sci-fi comedy will complete nine seasons and "142 half-hours" … [Link]

Popular Science » Giant Fighting Robot Tests Pilot Safety Features

Thursday 29 September 15:40:46 UTC 2016

Entertainment Mega upgrades in the works for Megabot Giant fighting robot does not protect human pilot, needs improvement… [Link]

Mashable » Social Good Summit 2016 saw its biggest global audience yet

Thursday 29 September 15:39:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f223942%2fsg-9__2_Feed-tw Feed-fb“We set out to start a conversation, and with the power of your voices, we've started a movement." These words from Mashable founder and CEO Pete Cashmore not only helped kick off the seventh-annual Social Good Summit on Sept. 18, but they remained a common thread throughout the summit's two days, both onstage and online. With discussions ranging from the global … [Link]

Mashable » At least one person is dead, 100 injured in New Jersey train crash

Thursday 29 September 15:36:41 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22713%2ffbthumb1Feed-tw Feed-fbThe train crashed into the Hoboken station during the morning rush hour. Officials have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash.  Read more…More about Mashable Video, Train Crash, Real Time Video, Real Time, and Us World [Link]

Slashdot » The Slashdot Interview With Raspberry Pi Founder and CEO Eben Upton

Thursday 29 September 15:30:00 UTC 2016

You asked, he answered! Raspberry Pi founder and CEO Eben Upton has responded to questions submitted by Slashdot readers. Read on for his answers. Share on Google+ Read more of this story at Slashdot. [Link]

Mashable » Witness this homemade recreation of ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’

Thursday 29 September 15:30:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f21786%2fmad_max_homemade_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fb“My Name is Max. My world is fire… and blood…" And cardboard, oh and Hot Wheels cars. So goes this homemade version of the Mad Max: Fury Road trailer. No exotic locations, no budget, just grit and action.  Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, serves up creative remakes of your favorite movies, trailers and original songs. Every episode is an exact shot-for-shot … [Link]

Mashable » Friend of the year swapped sweatpants for booty shorts

Thursday 29 September 15:24:18 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22675%2fa8d1aa5637404c03b998aca74fa00752Feed-tw Feed-fbThe new bar for determining how good of a friend you are is whether or not you'd trade pants with them. This system was determined after Andrew Nguyen traded pants with his friend Danielle Le so that she could borrow his sweatpants to take a lab quiz. My friend needed sweatpants in order to go in her lab and take a … [Link]

Slashdot » Facebook at Work To Report For Duty Next Month

Thursday 29 September 14:45:00 UTC 2016

The debut of the long-awaited business social network is nigh. Facebook at Work is about to report for duty. The social networking company's long-awaited foray into business applications will formally debut in London on October 10, according to tech site TechCrunch. From a report:The news site further noted this would be Facebook's first major product launch to take place outside … [Link]

Mashable » Volkswagen's first electric car is coming in 2020

Thursday 29 September 14:32:38 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228140%2fvolkswagen_idFeed-tw Feed-fbAfter it was discovered in September 2015 that Volkswagen doctored its cars' diesel engines to give false readings in emissions tests — a costly mistake known as the Dieselgate scandal — the company had no choice but to thoroughly change its strategy.  And change it it did: The company that showed little interest in EVs up until last year has just … [Link]

Mashable » Homemade version of ‘Ender’s Game’ trailer with exploding toy planes

Thursday 29 September 14:30:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f21674%2fenders_game_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbThis surprisingly epic (and accurate) Ender's Game trailer remake features exploding toy planes, plasma balls and some sweet DIY Ben Kingsley face tattoos. Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, serves up creative remakes of your favorite trailers and movie scenes without all the fancy special effects. Subscribe to CineFix for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinefix Read more…More about Mashable Video, Enders Game, Movies, Homemade … [Link]

Mashable » Australian politicians blame wind turbines for statewide power outage

Thursday 29 September 14:12:18 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228109%2fadelaidestationFeed-tw Feed-fbIn the wake of an unprecedented blackout that cut off an entire Australian state from electricity on Wednesday into Thursday, some politicians are vilifying renewable power sources, particularly wind turbines.  Had the state of South Australia, which includes Adelaide, a city of 1.2 million, not put so much emphasis on cutting greenhouse gas emissions by adding renewable energy facilities, these leaders … [Link]

Mashable » Trump pushes conspiracy that Google suppresses negative news about Clinton

Thursday 29 September 14:10:31 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228169%2fgettyimages-611035218Feed-tw Feed-fbDonald Trump on Wednesday revived an old conspiracy that Google is in the tank for Hillary Clinton.  “The Google poll has us leading Hillary Clinton by two points nationwide, and that’s despite the fact that Google search engine was suppressing the bad news about Hillary Clinton,” the Republican presidential nominee said in Wisconsin Wednesday, according to the New York Times. “How … [Link]

Popular Science » A Look Back At Rosetta’s Best Moments

Thursday 29 September 14:06:56 UTC 2016

Space The spacecraft has orbited a duck-shaped comet since 2014, but now its mission is drawing to a close The European Space Agency’s Rosetta spacecraft has had an eventful 12 years. [Link]

Slashdot » Chinese Media, Government Confirm Apple Research Center in Beijing Tech Corridor

Thursday 29 September 14:05:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes:According to Chinese media, Apple is launching its first research and development center in the country, located in long-time technology incubation area Zhongguancun Science Park, Beijing. While Apple has yet to comment on the matter, a statement issued by the Zhongguancun Park Management Committee to several Chinese media outlets has identified Apple's presence in the area. According … [Link]

Mashable » Samantha Bee's entire staff gives Trump the finger for his comments about women

Thursday 29 September 14:01:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228142%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-29_at_9.22.13_am__2_Feed-tw Feed-fbTrust Samantha Bee for concise, cutting debate coverage.  Full Frontal with Samantha Bee aired on Wednesday instead of Monday in order to dig into the first Presidential debate with Bee's signature analysis, a voice rooted in the intersection of outrage and outrageous humor. SEE ALSO: Samantha Bee expertly takes down NBC for treating Trump like a 'fun guy' In her debate … [Link]

Mashable » ‘Batman v Superman’ trailer, remade with action figures and pipe cleaners

Thursday 29 September 14:00:51 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f21659%2fbatman_superman_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbBatman v Superman may not have seemed so super to critics, but it was still a great looking, big-budget visual spectacle. But what would it look like without if you subtracted the big budget?  Our CineFix series, Homemade Movies, serves up creative remakes of your favorite movies, trailers and original songs. Every episode is an exact shot-for-shot remake created at home … [Link]

Mashable » 5 major changes that make 'Civilization VI' feel like a better game

Thursday 29 September 14:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227303%2fcivilization_vi_preview_04Feed-tw Feed-fbIf there’s one thing fans of Firaxis’ Civilization series have come to rely on, it’s changeCivilization VI continues that honorable tradition, striking balance between fresh and familiar. After hours of hands-on time, we’ve fallen in love with some of the big adjustments in the upcoming release. If you’ve ever considered diving into a Civilization game, Civ VI is the best point … [Link]

Mashable » 'Gears of War 4' opens with a bloody 20-minute tour through history

Thursday 29 September 13:47:47 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22681%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb It's been five years and a new console launch since Marcus Fenix shut down the Locust threat in Gears of War 3, so Gears of War 4 begins with a history lesson. The game's 20-minute prologue, which you can watch above, winds through a series of playable flashbacks in which players can participate in key moments of the series lore. … [Link]

Popular Science » China Is Building The Longest And Highest Glass Bridge In The World

Thursday 29 September 13:35:46 UTC 2016

Technology Calling all adrenaline junkies When it opens next year, the world’s longest and highest glass bridge will stretch 1,400 feet across China’s Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon. [Link]

Mashable » 4 key matches to watch during the 'League of Legends' group stages this weekend

Thursday 29 September 13:32:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f225098%2fheader__1_Feed-tw Feed-fbThe first weekend of the World Championships is upon us, and the group stage matches will begin soon. With the best of the best getting ready to square off in a partial round robin format, fans have many hours of League of Legends to look forward to.  If you need a little guidance into how the brackets work as the 16 … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Longest-lasting deserts are more than 30 million years old

Thursday 29 September 13:07:30 UTC 2016

Central Asia may have hosted deserts for longer than anywhere on the planet – and degreening continues in the region [Link]

Mashable » Quirky statue unveiled in London prompts wildly mixed reactions

Thursday 29 September 13:04:15 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228067%2freally_good_statue_london_reactionsFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — If the sign of good art is something that provokes discussion, then David Shrigley's new statue — "Fourth Plinth", which was unveiled on Thursday morning in London — is already on track to be a winner. SEE ALSO: Londoners wait in line for hours to get a taste of In-N-Out Burger As the cloak was pulled back, people gathered … [Link]

Slashdot » Comey Denies Clinton Email 'Reddit' Cover-Up

Thursday 29 September 13:00:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Politico: The FBI concluded that a computer technician working on Clinton's email was not engaged in an illicit cover-up when he asked on the Reddit website for a tool that could delete a "VIP" email address throughout a large file, FBI Director James Comey said Wednesday. Republican lawmakers have suggested that the July … [Link]

Mashable » Londoners horrified by 'Tube Chat' badge encouraging them to interact on the tube

Thursday 29 September 12:57:09 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228068%2flondontubeFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — Londoners have united in their collective horror at a mysterious initiative involving the Underground transport system. Someone, not TFL, has been handing out badges at London Underground stations bearing the words "Tube Chat?" in an effort that gravely underestimates the British fear of social interaction. SEE ALSO: Man pranks people on the London Underground, gets wildly different reactions The … [Link]

Mashable » 'No Man's Sky' under investigation for 'misleading' ad

Thursday 29 September 12:53:50 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227995%2fno-mans-sky-4k-geforce-com-pc-screenshot-002Feed-tw Feed-fbNo Man's Sky is under investigation from the UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) over allegations that its promotional material is misleading in regards to the features in the actual game.  SEE ALSO: Store sign tells the hilariously painful truth about 'No Man's Sky' The most hyped video game release of the year has been met with a mixed reception among players … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Electronic tongue taste-tests wines so you don’t have to

Thursday 29 September 12:47:22 UTC 2016

Tasting device is designed to test wines on a large scale, to ensure they are up to snuff [Link]

New Scientist – News » Mars-like ice rediscovered in Hawaii volcano, but might not last

Thursday 29 September 12:37:45 UTC 2016

Ice was mysteriously found below the crater of Hawaii’s Mauna Kea 50 years ago, but was soon forgotten. Alice Klein joins a search for clues to ice on Mars [Link]

Mashable » This iPhone 7 case brings back the missing headphone jack

Thursday 29 September 12:32:40 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f228066%2ffuze_caseFeed-tw Feed-fbThis startup has a lot of courage. SEE ALSO: Apple SVP Phil Schiller wants you to know there's a $39 fix for your iPhone 7 headphone jack worries Apple might want to take you to the future of music by scrapping the audio jack in the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, but it can’t stop people from bringing the phone … [Link]

Mashable » eStream: The NBA enters eSports

Thursday 29 September 12:30:47 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22670%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-29_at_8.14.49_amFeed-tw Feed-fbThe eStream crew takes a look at the NBA entering the world of eSports in the acquiring of multiple major eSports franchises.  Read more…More about Mashable Video, Desoladies, Dignitas, League Of Legends, and Estream [Link]

Mashable » Why Africa is the world's untapped resource for tech talent

Thursday 29 September 12:17:14 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227730%2fcrmh8zuwyaaxkagFeed-tw Feed-fbFor tech companies to continue to grow, they need talent. And if one startup has its way, a big chunk of that talent is going to come from Africa.  "It's our belief that Africa is the largest pool of underutilized brainpower in the world," Jeremy Johnson, the CEO and co-founder of Andela, said on this week's episode of Mashable's Biz Please … [Link]

Mashable » The Death Star was as big as Florida, and other boggling size comparisons

Thursday 29 September 12:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22409%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-27_at_4.40.49_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbIf the world's tallest building existed in New York City, it would put One World Trade Center to shame.  That's just one takeaway from a new, inspired photo series by college student Kevin Wisbith. He posted a series called "A Quick Perspective" to Imgur that puts enormous landmarks, buildings, ships and fictional markers scaled against different settings. His digitally constructed photo … [Link]

Mashable » This startup says it can save you thousands in medical bills

Thursday 29 September 12:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227851%2fgettyimages-525441333Feed-tw Feed-fbA new startup says it could save you thousands of dollars on your medical bills — and only for a 20 percent fee.  Remedy, a startup launching around the country on Thursday, is trying to transform medical billing. In part because of the complex U.S. healthcare system, Americans pay $120 billion a year in medical billing errors and overcharges, Remedy says. … [Link]

Mashable » 25 haunted house reactions that will make you shriek with laughter

Thursday 29 September 12:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22602%2f939905b8d03a45759791bb0376068e7fFeed-tw Feed-fbIt’s haunted house season, and we are very glad we're not seeing whatever these people are seeing. So far this year, dozens of people have already chickened out before completing the famously terrifying Nightmares Fear Factory in Niagara Falls, Ontario. And judging by these faces, we do not blame them.  SEE ALSO: 30 things you can do now that fall is … [Link]

Mashable » Recut trailer of 'Tommy Boy' as a drama deserves an Oscar

Thursday 29 September 11:42:32 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22448%2ftommy_boy_thumb_yt_jwFeed-tw Feed-fbGrab your Kleenex! This comedy classic, starring Chris Farley and David Spade, just turned into a heartwarming drama worthy of some Oscar love.  Subscribe to CineFix for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinefix Read more…More about Mashable Video, Recut Trailer, Dan Aykroyd, Bo Derek, and Brian Dennehy [Link]

Mashable » Police officer rescues unconscious driver in out-of-control car

Thursday 29 September 11:41:45 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22664%2fcomaFeed-tw Feed-fbLeicester Police Officer Danny Pattison received a call about an erratic driver on a highway in the East Midlands, UK, when he came across a Peugeot, swirling across three lanes. Upon approaching the vehicle, the police officer noticed the driver was unconscious, head back with eyes facing up and foot still on the accelerator. There was also a baby girl in … [Link]

Mashable » NBA star James Harden just can't fight that Adele feeling when it strikes

Thursday 29 September 11:26:37 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227979%2fsoulFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — It is very, very difficult for the average human to resist the urge to sing along when an Adele hit starts playing. As it turns out, even NBA superstar James Harden is no exception. SEE ALSO: Adele kissed a dog wearing an Adele shirt while onstage In a video captured at a Houston Rockets practice session on Wednesday, the … [Link]

Mashable » 'Game of Thrones' fans think this man could be a huge Season 7 character

Thursday 29 September 11:25:20 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227988%2fdaenerys_targaryen_s6Feed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — Game of Thrones filming has started up again, cast sightings in Belfast have peaked, and speculation about what's in store for Season 7 is quickly gathering momentum. We already know that British legend Jim Broadbent will have a role in the next Season, but — as usual — showrunners are keeping tight-lipped about new characters and plot-lines at this … [Link]

Mashable » Gary Johnson had a second 'Aleppo moment' and it was painful

Thursday 29 September 11:02:54 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227960%2fgettyimages-588943694Feed-tw Feed-fbHere we go again, Mr. Gary Johnson.  SEE ALSO: This is Aleppo, Mr. Gary Johnson Asked to name his favorite foreign leader, the Libertarian candidate – who infamously didn't seem to know what Aleppo was – looked perplexed and seemingly couldn't answer the question. Gary Johnson had an "Aleppo moment" after @hardballchris asks who his favorite foreign leader is #JohnsonTownhall https://t.co/nRazpPL0q0 … [Link]

Mashable » Samsung to begin selling Galaxy Note7 in India before Diwali

Thursday 29 September 10:38:43 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227952%2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f206931_2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f158931_2fsamsung-galaxy-note-7-17Feed-tw Feed-fbSamsung plans to begin selling the Galaxy Note7 in India before the festival of Diwali. SEE ALSO: Samsung shares tumble in response to Galaxy Note7 warnings The company had to postpone sales of the Galaxy Note7 in India earlier this month, after it found “battery cell issues" in the smartphone. Shortly afterwards, Samsung had issued an advisory worldwide, urging users to … [Link]

O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: C# Programming Cookbook – $19.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL

Thursday 29 September 10:27:16 UTC 2016

Get "C# Programming Cookbook" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-09-30 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]

Mashable » Spotify finally launches in Japan — and with song lyrics

Thursday 29 September 10:21:02 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227968%2f727b748ca0b141449d84610f3eda3498Feed-tw Feed-fbMusic streaming service Spotify has launched officially in Japan, the company announced on Thursday. Similar to its service offerings in other markets, there will be an ad-based free tier, and premium ad-free subscription for 980 yen ($9.65) a month. But not everyone will be able to log in today. Spotify's initial launch will be on an invite-only basis before opening more … [Link]

Mashable » James Corden becomes 6th Backstreet Boy in deeply sexual performance

Thursday 29 September 10:02:07 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22657%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-29_at_10.42.37_amFeed-tw Feed-fb James Corden just wants boy bands to be a thing again.  And by boy band, he doesn't mean those chaps with the too-tight jeans, soulful expressions and ironic facial hair (we're looking at you, 1D). No, we're talking synchronised dancing, matching outfits, and incomprehensible quantities of hair gel — basically, all the cheese that the '90s and early 2000s have … [Link]

Slashdot » The UK's Largest Sperm Bank Is Now An App

Thursday 29 September 10:00:00 UTC 2016

Sperm bank? There's an app for that. The largest sperm bank in the United Kingdom — the London Sperm Bank — has released an official app that aims to "modernize the process of hooking prospective parents up with the biological material they need to make it happen," according to MIT Technology Review: The app is essentially just a mobile version … [Link]

Mashable » This could be the world's most painful football celebration

Thursday 29 September 9:40:51 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22659%2fpainful_football_celebrationFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — If you were asked to name the riskiest element of football, you might go for something like tackling — maybe a bad sliding tackle. You might even think of the goalie, having a ball branded at him from close-range by an advancing striker. You probably wouldn't think of someone who's just scored a goal, though. SEE ALSO: Giant inflatable … [Link]

Mashable » Why Richard Branson's company is making employees take a 'digital detox'

Thursday 29 September 8:44:13 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f225257%2f8b521a916def413cab8edc99631a82cfFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — Sir Richard Branson probably isn't your boss. But if he was, he'd tell you to unplug for a moment, maybe even two. Virgin, the British multinational company founded by Branson, recently instituted a new requirement that some of its employees turn off email for two hours a week in a bid to improve their wellbeing and creativity.  The policy … [Link]

Mashable » Robo's smart new 3D printer makes the technology more affordable and easy to use

Thursday 29 September 8:18:36 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f223122%2fgettyimages-470706220Feed-tw Feed-fbWhile 3D printing is enjoying its time under the sun, most mainstream consumers are still put off by the price and size of the printers. In theory, having a 3D printer at home is great for artists, designers, and creators looking to make and customize 3D models. Execution-wise however, the machines can be difficult to use and the printing process itself … [Link]

Mashable » Politician-faced dog poo bags are helping raise money for refugees

Thursday 29 September 7:54:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f224709%2fpoobagsFeed-tw Feed-fbWhatever you may think of right wing Australian politician Pauline Hanson, it's easy to agree that she's a divisive figure a la Nigel Farage and Donald Trump.  While much has been said about Hanson and her views on immigration, marriage equality or pretty much anything ever, little has come in product form. Until now.  Behold the Paulin Hanson-faced dog poo bag; … [Link]

Mashable » Hong Kong police try to join in the pen-pineapple-apple-pen fun in the most cringe way possible

Thursday 29 September 7:49:39 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22652%2fhong_kong_policeFeed-tw Feed-fb While it seems parodies of that damn "pen pineapple apple pen" song can't stop popping up everywhere, perhaps some parodies shouldn't be attempted. The Hong Kong Police Force thought it would get in with the PPAP madness with its own "BBSB" — Belt Buckle Seat Belt. Most parodies have taken the original audio and lip synced over it, miming the … [Link]

Mashable » Watch: Olympian couple enjoy soaking pedestrians in post-storm drive by

Thursday 29 September 7:30:08 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227912%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-29_at_5.17.32_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbHow much schadenfreude is too much?  For Australian Olympic diver fresh outta Rio, Grant Nel and his partner, Australian Olympic Committee blogger Amanda Main, too much is never enough when it comes to drive-by pedestrian soakings.  *evil cackle*  SEE ALSO: These guys laughing at a new driver are funnier than anything the driver actually does Severe storms hit South Australia Wednesday, … [Link]

Slashdot » Commodore C64 Survives Over 25 Years Balancing Drive Shafts In Auto Repair Shop

Thursday 29 September 7:00:00 UTC 2016

MojoKid writes: One common gripe in the twenty-first century is that nothing is built to last anymore. Even complex, expensive computers seem to have a relatively short shelf-life nowadays. However, one computer in a small auto repair shop in Gdansk, Poland has survived for the last twenty-five years against all odds. The computer in question here is a Commodore C64 … [Link]

Mashable » India issues notice to Amazon, others for selling imported refurbished phones

Thursday 29 September 6:53:01 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227900%2fgettyimages-480650320Feed-tw Feed-fbIndia may be a big market for refurbished and used phones, but it isn't easy to sell such products in the country. SEE ALSO: 5 things you need to know about the world's fastest growing smartphone market India’ environment ministry has issued a “show-cause” notice to Amazon India and 20 other e-commerce companies for importing and selling used and refurbished phones … [Link]

Mashable » Australia's largest free Wi-Fi service sounds great, but will people use it?

Thursday 29 September 6:47:27 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227881%2fb99535984c6d410aa1e88e5de5bf6dbbFeed-tw Feed-fbSlowly, but surely, Australia's towns and cities are getting free Wi-Fi networks. Melbourne is the latest, with the Victorian government announcing a free Wi-Fi pilot program on Thursday. It joins Adelaide, Perth and the Sydney suburb of Liverpool in having CBD-wide Wi-Fi.  Aren't you excited? SEE ALSO: How 'Forza Horizon 3' got Australia to look so damn good Branded "VicFreeWiFi," it … [Link]

Mashable » Robot with sense of touch to allow surgeons to operate remotely

Thursday 29 September 6:31:27 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227850%2f469c1673Feed-tw Feed-fbDuring keyhole surgery, surgeons typically rely on sight as they remotely control the delicate operation.  A new robot promises to give them one important extra sense: touch. The invention, revealed Wednesday at the Australasian Simulation Congress in Melbourne, Australia, is called the HeroSurg. Created by a team at Australia's Deakin University, as well as Harvard University, the robot may look a … [Link]

Mashable » Over a dozen bread products in Australia recalled after metal pieces found inside, again

Thursday 29 September 5:34:25 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227868%2fgettyimages-90882456Feed-tw Feed-fbDon’t freak out, but over a dozen bread products have been recalled in Australia (yes, again), after they were found to contain shards of metal.  The New South Wales Food Authority issued a recall notice Thursday, listing 17 types of bread sold in supermarket giants Coles, Woolworths, IGA and a basically thousands of corner stores and family grocers through the states … [Link]

Mashable » Black man police killed over his 'shooting stance' was holding a vape pen

Thursday 29 September 4:05:57 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227835%2fb0eecfa6d3964b73bb0aad8107867176Feed-tw Feed-fbPolice shot and killed Alfred Okwera Olango in a San Diego suburb Tuesday, after they said he reached into his pocket, grabbed an object, and assumed a "shooting stance."  On Wednesday evening, they revealed what that object was: "a vape smoking device." Olango, 38, was a Ugandan refugee. The aftermath of the incident was captured in a Facebook Live video that … [Link]

Slashdot » US Believes Hackers Are Shielded By Russia To Hide Its Role In Cyberintrusions: WSJ

Thursday 29 September 3:30:00 UTC 2016

According to a report from The Wall Street Journal (Warining: may be paywalled), U.S. officials are all but certain that the hacker Guccifer 2.0, who hacked the Democratic National Committee in June, is connected to a network of individuals and groups who are being shielded by the Russian government to mask its involvement in cyberintrusions. Even though the hacker denies … [Link]

Mashable » Study finds Trump 4 times more likely than Clinton to 'mock or criticize' on Twitter

Thursday 29 September 3:28:53 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227811%2fgettyimages-610721170Feed-tw Feed-fbDonald Trump doesn't usually hold back. Whether it's an attack on a Gold Star family, an entire religion or a private citizen like the former Miss Universe he called "Miss Piggy," Trump's not exactly a stranger to insults. Now, though, there's also statistical evidence to back that assertion up.  SEE ALSO: Clever cartoon sums up the difference between Clinton and Trump … [Link]

Mashable » Edgar's episode of 'You're The Worst' is a true American horror story

Thursday 29 September 2:53:57 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227196%2f680f77078904455fb0a1ff2c8e8b6463Feed-tw Feed-fbEdgar from You’re The Worst deserves a solo spinoff called "You’re The Best," but given the weight of his first spotlight episode, it might belong in another FX franchise.  The fifth episode of Season 3, entitled "Twenty-Two," unfolds on the same day as last week's "Men Get Strong," this time following Edgar through the disquieting resurgence of his PTSD now that … [Link]

Mashable » Koala tries its best to cling onto branch in the midst of intense storms

Thursday 29 September 2:48:26 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227833%2fkoala-treeFeed-tw Feed-fbSouth Australia has had a pretty tumultuous last 24 hours. An extreme storm knocked out the power of the entire state on Wednesday, affecting approximately 1.2 million people. While offices and houses had to contend with the lack of electricity, that was the least of this poor little koala's worries. SEE ALSO: Watch as these rare koala twins smash your heart … [Link]

Mashable » Australia is way ahead of the U.S. in banking, but now risks falling behind

Thursday 29 September 2:26:56 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f226477%2fad586774be7b490ba81b0bb8508d923aFeed-tw Feed-fbThe U.S. is objectively behind countries like Australia in digital banking "by whatever metric you choose," according to Stripe cofounder John Collison, but that head start may not last forever.  As president of a global payment company, in Sydney recently to launch the marketplace tool Stripe Connect, Collison was in a position to help me understand the digital divide between American … [Link]

Mashable » This might be the most inappropriate shirt ever sold on Walmart's website

Thursday 29 September 2:23:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22611%2fdcdb95f0e8db4af49f81439d4f68d8cbFeed-tw Feed-fbWe’d all rather be somewhere else sometimes – but those desires are usually better kept to yourself.  Walmart's website features a slew of questionable t-shirts made by Hollywood Thread. One particularly offensive garment (which lists activities that could get you arrested on two counts) reads, "I'd Rather Be Snorting Cocaine Off Of A Hookers Ass." SEE ALSO: Banned '90s Walmart shirt … [Link]

Mashable » The cancer empathy cards that say more than just 'f**k cancer'

Thursday 29 September 2:05:39 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22372%2f6be8bf1dfce14101b7f34b63498b289eFeed-tw Feed-fbWhen a loved one has cancer, letting them know that you're there for them is more important than ever before. SEE ALSO: Joe Biden announces major new steps in his fight for better cancer research But, when a "get well soon" or a "fuck cancer" card doesn't feel appropriate, what is the alternative?   Card company thortful has created a range … [Link]

Mashable » Teen-friendly app Houseparty comes from an unlikely developer

Thursday 29 September 2:01:02 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227719%2f204a9f58d73240929a987b8b589fc310Feed-tw Feed-fbMeerkat may have helped ignite the livestreaming craze but its creators' latest app is taking a different approach to video. Instead, the newly-launched Houseparty, out now on Android and iOS, is a Snapchat-like app for group video calls.  The idea, the company says, is to capture some of the spirit of Meerkat but in a more personal way that encourages users … [Link]

Slashdot » 92% of the World's Population Exposed To Unsafe Levels of Air Pollution: WHO

Thursday 29 September 1:50:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Science Daily: A new World Health Organization (WHO) air quality model confirms that 92% of the world's population lives in places where air quality levels exceed WHO limits. "The new WHO model shows countries where the air pollution danger spots are, and provides a baseline for monitoring progress in combatting it," says Dr … [Link]

Mashable » Arizona burros confused to see magical green grass for the first time

Thursday 29 September 1:44:46 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227821%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-28_at_6.06.46_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbYou know that feeling when you walk into somewhere real fancy and don’t know what to do with yourself or how to eat baby corn properly? SEE ALSO: Sad dog just misses his humans A few Arizona burros totally get it. After a life of desert sand, they were suddenly thrust into Montgomery Creek Ranch's grassy field, forced to make sense … [Link]

Mashable » Shocking images of police shooting Aboriginal man swarm social media

Thursday 29 September 1:43:21 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227825%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-28_at_6.31.14_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbA 32-year-old Indigenous man identified by locals on social media as Dennis John "DJ" Doolan is in a critical but stable condition after being shot by police in Cowra, Australia, on Wednesday afternoon.  Witnesses who captured footage of the aftermath of the incident have taken to social media to share it, including one confronting image that shows Doolan face down on … [Link]

Mashable » YouTube wants to make nice with the music biz, taps label exec Lyor Cohen

Thursday 29 September 1:39:02 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227735%2fa9c5381e1043423390f1be1064055f18Feed-tw Feed-fbLOS ANGELES — YouTube is mending fences with the music industry. The video platform announced Wednesday that it has tapped music industry legend Lyor Cohen — who helped build Def Jam Label and ran Warner Music Group — as its newest exec. The hire underscores YouTube's efforts to build a bridge with the industry its struggled to win over.  In recent … [Link]

Mashable » Report on school bullying finds not much has changed in past decade

Thursday 29 September 1:22:46 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227192%2fgettyimages-157434519Feed-tw Feed-fbA decade ago, when many viewed bullying as just another rite of passage, the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN) conducted a landmark survey to better understand the toll of school-based harassment and violence.  SEE ALSO: How to avoid becoming the bully you hate on social media That 2005 report portrayed a grim reality for adolescents and teenagers, who regularly … [Link]

Mashable » Dude who got bitten on the penis by spider (again) is the unluckiest ever

Thursday 29 September 1:20:53 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227801%2f28e9916c26dc4dab828b1d91cdd7e1bcFeed-tw Feed-fbThought you had a bad day? Jordan, a 21-year-old tradesman from Sydney, Australia, found himself having the worst day ever on Tuesday, having been bitten on the penis by a spider — again. SEE ALSO: Clever crocodile shows off terrifying new fishing technique It happened in a portable toilet at his worksite, and it's a near-repeat of what happened to him … [Link]

Mashable » A Saudi YouTube star was arrested over his 'enticing' video chats

Thursday 29 September 0:57:59 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f227713%2fscreen_shot_2016-09-28_at_2.51.02_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbWith a cheery, crooked-toothed grin, Abu Sin has been trying to steal the heart of a 21-year-old American YouTuber named Christina Crockett for months. And now the Saudi Arabian teen is in jail for it. Abu Sin, whose nickname loosely translates to "toothless," has been video chatting with Crockett on YouNow, and their conversations are mostly giggling flirtations and teasing made … [Link]

Slashdot » Facebook, Amazon, Google, IBM, and Microsoft Come Together To Create Historic Partnership On AI

Thursday 29 September 0:50:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from TechCrunch: In an act of self-governance, Facebook, Amazon, Alphabet, IBM, and Microsoft came together today to announce the launch the new Partnership on AI. The group is tasked with conducting research and promoting best practices. Practically, this means that the group of tech companies will come together frequently to discuss advancements in artificial … [Link]

Mashable » This teen couldn't find a date for homecoming so he decided to ask himself

Thursday 29 September 0:46:01 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f22638%2fteen-homecomingFeed-tw Feed-fbLike any big high school dance, finding a date is pretty much the worst part, especially with the recent trend of viral promposal and homecoming proposals to live up to. Joe LaRue figured out a way to end all of that.  After having a little trouble finding a date, LaRue decided to do the only logical thing and go by himself. … [Link]

Mashable » Elon Musk: Is his Mars Shot impossible or inspired?

Thursday 29 September 0:40:14 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f226329%2fmuskmarsFeed-tw Feed-fbWe now know the full extent of SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk’s Mars colonization plan and his incredible Interplanetary Transport System. To be honest, it sounds insane. As early as 2024, a group of Mars-bound interplanetary SpaceX astronauts will board a gigantic SpaceX spacecraft likely named “Heart of Gold” to rocket off to Mars, a place from which they may … [Link]

Slashdot » Spotify in Talks To Acquire SoundCloud

Thursday 29 September 0:30:00 UTC 2016

Janko Roettgers, writing for Variety: Spotify is in advanced talks to acquire rival music service SoundCloud, according to a report by the Financial Times. An announcement of the acquisition could be made soon, according to the Times. The acquisition would come just months after SoundCloud launched its own paid streaming service. A Spotify spokesperson declined to comment on the report … [Link]

Slashdot » Banks Adopting Blockchain 'Dramatically Faster' Than Expected

Thursday 29 September 0:10:00 UTC 2016

Banks and other financial institutions are adopting blockchain technology "dramatically faster" than initially expected, with 15 percent of top global banks intending to roll out full-scale, commercial blockchain products in 2017, IBM said on Wednesday. Reuters reports: The technology company said 65 percent of banks expected to have blockchain projects in production in three years' time, with larger banks — … [Link]

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