Anyone who works as a freelancer these days has to be at least a bit familiar with techie things. But it isn’t just that. When I was a kid and those vaguely SF puppet shows were on the television and all the other kids wanted to be Greg Gogetem or Steve Savetheuniverse, I wanted to be the guy in a white coat and glasses called Doc or Brains. Here are some technology-related feeds I find useful and/or entertaining.
Mashable » Hey men, let's just never 'banter' like Billy Bush and Donald Trump again
It was the hot mic heard around the world. Donald Trump has been caught on tape, obtained by the Washington Post, bragging about what is essentially sexual assault ("when you're a star, they let you do anything you want … grab them by the pussy") with Access Hollywood host and dudebro extraordinaire Billy Bush. Trump, then three months a newlywed, also … [Link]
Slashdot » Law-Defying Transistor Smashes Industry 'Limit', Measures Just 1nm
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Stack: U.S. researchers have unveiled the world's smallest transistor reported to date, combining a new mix of materials, which makes even the tiniest silicon-based transistor appear big in comparison. The team, led by the U.S. Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, designed the minuscule transistor with a working one-nanometer gate — … [Link]
Mashable » The new 'Mr. Robot' book could hold the key to Season 3
In the Season 2 finale of Mr. Robot, Tyrell Wellick (Martin Wallström) tells our troubled protagonist Elliot Alderson (Rami Malek) about a William Carlos Williams poem called "The Red Wheelbarrow," but that's not the first time we've come across the phrase. Eagle-eyed viewers likely noticed that the words were scrawled across the front of Elliot's journal from his time in prison … [Link]
Mashable » All the timey-wimey 'Doctor Who' cosplay you can handle from New York Comic Con
Don’t blink. Or you'll miss some incredible costumes. Die hard Whovians gathered at New York Comic Con, dressed in their finest Doctor Who inspired garb. SEE ALSO: 10 New York Comic Con panels we can't wait for Some dressed as their favorite Doctor, while others opted for famous companions and notable aliens, both friend and foe. The Doctor has landed. 1. … [Link]
Slashdot » A French Company is Suing Apple To Open the iPhone To Rival Browsing Engines
A French maker of open-source software said Friday it is suing Apple in an effort to get the company to make iOS more supportive of Web standards. Nexedi is suing Apple under French law in hopes it can force Apple to allow rival browsing engines onto the iPhone. From a report on Recode:Although Apple allows rival browser apps, such as … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump audio leak dominates the news… except on Fox News
Leaked audio of a lewd conversation between Donald Trump and Today Show host Billy Bush dominated the media's attention on Friday afternoon. Except for Fox News. The right-leaning cable news channel only briefly touched on the audio, which caught Trump talking about trying to have sex with a married woman. SEE ALSO: Donald Trump caught on tape: 'I did try and … [Link]
Mashable » Trump's non-apology for obscene comments on leaked tape did not convince anyone
After The Washington Post released a 2005 video of a hot mic catching Donald Trump saying some disquieting things about women this afternoon, his campaign quickly issued a non-apology. Sure, it has the word 'apologize' in it, but it comes with a conditional. SEE ALSO: Drudge and Trump’s disregard for facts has endangered lives amid Hurricane Matthew Here's the video, which … [Link]
Mashable » Donald 'Grab them by the p*ssy' Trump on his respect for women
Donald Trump has tremendous respect for women. Source: Himself, on Twitter. On Friday, the Washington Post released a video from 2005 showing Trump and Today show co-host/Ryan Lochte beach buddy Billy Bush talking about women with lewd language not suitable for… well, anyone, really. When referring to a married woman Trump pursued romantically, he said to Bush, "I did try and … [Link]
Bad Science » You should totally watch this entire day of the IJE conference
Today marks the end of an era. The International Journal of Epidemiology used to be a typical hotchpotch of isolated papers on worthy subjects. Occasionally, some were interesting, or related to your field. Under Shah Ebrahim and George Davey-Smith it became like nothing else: an epidemiology journal you’d happily subscribe to with your own money, and read in […] [Link]
Mashable » Here's what you can win playing Xbox Arena
LOS ANGELES — Xbox Arena players will soon be able to win downloadable exclusives, cash prizes and physical swag, Mashable has learned, and they'll do it over a wide variety of game titles. Microsoft on Monday treated its Preview members to a sneak peek at Xbox Arena, its streamlined approach to esports tournaments in the living room. Users can sign up … [Link]
Slashdot » FBI Looks Into Unlocking Minnesota Mall Stabber's iPhone
An anonymous reader quotes a report from CNET: The Minnesota man suspected of stabbing 10 people in a mall before police fatally shot him left behind his iPhone. Now, FBI agents are looking into unlocking his iPhone as part of the investigation. The FBI says Dahir Adan, 20, attacked several shoppers on September 17 in a frenzy, asking his victims … [Link]
Mashable » Justin Bieber is terrible at disguises
Justin Bieber is good at a lot of things, like singing, apologizing and adopting dogs. He's not great at disguises, though, as evidenced by the wig and mustache he sported while strolling the streets of Amsterdam while using a soccer ball as both a soccer ball and a basketball. "Does this look real?" he inquires. No, no it does not. "Does … [Link]
Mashable » Check out this harrowing view of Hurricane Matthew from space
While the footage looks peaceful, Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas have all issued evacuation orders in at-risk coastal areas. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Hurricane Matthew, Real Time, Real Time Video, and Us World [Link]
Mashable » 4 'League of Legends' players who surprised at Worlds group stages
When the best League of Legends teams in the world get together to do battle, there are some familiar names to be tossed around. Faker. Smeb. Peanut. Uzi. Bjergsen. If you’ve followed the international scene for any amount of time, you probably know the heavy hitters from each region. We expect them to excel in this tournament, and most of them … [Link]
Slashdot » Sharp Unveils 27-inch 8K 120Hz IGZO Monitor With HDR
Sharp has unveiled a next-gen monitor that is an absolute mouthful. It measures in at 27-inches and features a 8K resolution (7,680 x 4,320), HDR (high dynamic range), and a 120Hz refresh rate. Monitornerds reports: Sharp says that the IGZO name is an acronym for the semiconductor materials used in the monitor's backplane. It is comprised of indium, gallium, zinc, … [Link]
Mashable » The internet is more appalled with Donald Trump than ever before
The Washington Post dropped a bombshell on Donald Trump Friday afternoon, releasing an audio recording in which the Republican presidential nominee uses lewd language when describing an interaction he had with an unnamed woman. The audio, which was recorded in 2005, features Trump and Billy Bush on the show Access Hollywood before arriving on the set of Days of Our Lives. … [Link]
Popular Science » U.S. Officially Accuses Russia Of Hacking To Interfere With The Election
Technology "Only Russia's senior-most officials could have authorized these activities" DHS and DNI formally accuse Russia of hacking campaigns to interfere with U.S. election. [Link]
Mashable » Robert Kirkman wants more cliffhangers on 'The Walking Dead,' not less
Robert Kirkman is totally chill with where the The Walking Dead halted at the end of Season 6. Fans of the AMC show got a surprise in the sixth season's final episode when Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) made his debut. It wasn't his arrival that surprised; it was his first, brutal act and the mystery surrounding it. SEE ALSO: 5 fascinating … [Link]
Mashable » 19 killed by elephant tranquilizer so potent it's used as chemical weapon
Dozens of people in the U.S. have died from carfentanil, a seriously potent elephant tranquilizer often cut into heroin and other street drugs, in the past few months. At least 19 have been killed in Wayne County, Michigan since July, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) said Thursday. Eight more have reportedly perished in the Cincinnati area. Carfentanil … [Link]
Mashable » Intense crosswind forces plane pilot to abort landing
Landing can be one of the most stressful parts of a flight, but nothing can prepare passengers for the moment a pilot decides to abort and try again. YouTuber Radko Našinec recently captured a Boeing 737-430 attempt a landing at Václav Havel Airport in Prague during a strong crosswind. At the last moments before touching down, the right side of … [Link]
Mashable » Resourceful stork hides from Hurricane Matthew in zoo bathroom
A slightly bewildered stork headed inside with the humans to take refuge from Hurricane Matthew. Staff at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm and Zoological Park shared a photo Thursday of a marabou stork waiting out the storm inside a zoo restroom. SEE ALSO: Hurricane Matthew jokes really show where our priorities are in 2016 While we're sure the bird is very … [Link]
Mashable » Billy Bush caught on tape having lewd conversation with Donald Trump
A recording of Today Show anchor Billy Bush having a lewd conversation with Donald Trump leaked on Friday afternoon. Bush, who was on an Access Hollywood bus with Trump, could be heard talking about a woman that appears to be actress Arianne Zucker. The recording was published by the Washington Post. "Sheesh, your girl's hot as shit. In the purple. Whoa, … [Link]
Mashable » 30 of New York Comic Con's most impressive cosplayers
One of the best parts of New York Comic Con being at the Javits Center is that it has amazing natural lighting, which allows for some pretty dope photos of some pretty impressive cosplayers. From Pikachu to a badass Ronald McDonald to a 2016-style Ghostbuster, the cosplay this year is as awesome as ever. SEE ALSO: 10 New York Comic Con … [Link]
Mashable » Behind the ’Alien’ chest-bursting scene that freaked out a generation
The newborn Xenomorph bursting violently from John Hurt’s chest in Alien is one of the most iconic and important scenes in science fiction or horror movie history. And a lot went on before (and after) director Ridley Scott shouted “action.” Our CineFix series, Art of the Scene, burrows into the disturbing creature designs and gallons of prop blood that led to … [Link]
Mashable » Snapchat is making some big changes to Stories (again)
Snapchat is changing up its Stories page once again. The app is reversing two previous changes it made: Stories will no longer auto-advance and Discover content will appear farther down in the Stories page. SEE ALSO: Snapchat is just 'Snap' now The change is starting to roll out now on Android and will begin to show up for everyone else soon. … [Link]
Slashdot » Facebook Wins 'Big Brother' Award in Belgium After Being Declared Worst Privacy Villain
Facebook won the "Big Brother" award in Belgium on Thursday, after people in the nation reached a conclusion that the social juggernaut is the ultimate privacy villain. "Facebook is a multi-billion dollar company that has one commodity – you!" said Joe McNamee, Executive Director of European Digital Rights. From a CNET report: Facebook, nominated by international digital advocacy group EDRi, … [Link]
Mashable » Donald Trump caught on tape: 'I did try and f*ck her, she was married'
Warning: This post contains offensive language. Donald Trump has been caught on camera using obscene language to describe how he interacts with women. In audio recorded in 2005 and released Friday by the Washington Post, he's heard talking to Billy Bush from entertainment show Access Hollywood ahead of filming a cameo on Days of Our Lives. SEE ALSO: Donald Trump's new … [Link]
Mashable » Bumble bans mirror selfies, immediately becomes best dating app
Bumble has taken another step in its effort to make dating apps less horrible: Banning mirror selfies. The dating app that tries to give women the power when swiping updated its rules surrounding photo moderation to prohibit anyone — man or woman — from posting a mirror pic on their profile. The mirror selfie ban is part of a larger update to … [Link]
Mashable » Nobel Prize loss sparks $1 million fundraising effort for Syria's 'White Helmets'
The Syrian Civil Defense — commonly known as the "White Helmets" for the hard hats they wear — would have earned roughly $1 million had they won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday. They missed out on the award and the money as Colombia's president took home the prize, but an online campaign is trying to raise the cash anyway. SEE … [Link]
Popular Science » NASA Sent A Drone Out To Track Hurricane Matthew
Aviation Going where no satellite can see A NASA Global hawk drone dropped sensors into Hurricane Matthew… [Link]
Mashable » Snorkeler captures amazing footage of humpback whale breaching just feet away
A photographer on a dive off of the coast of Tonga captured an incredible moment with a humpback whale. Australian photographer Beau Pilgrim was on a group snorkeling tour when he managed to capture a humpback whale breaching the water's surface just a few feet away. Pilgrim also captured the lead up to the whale's impressive display, giving the viewer a … [Link]
Mashable » John Legend is back with a new single, 'Love Me Now'
John Legend knows the weather is getting colder, which means it's time to cuddle up with a loved one and sing along a solid love song. The generous crooner has blessed us with just that in "Love Me Now," released late Thursday night. Watch the lyric video above and memorize the words so you can be that person singing the … [Link]
Slashdot » US Intel Officially Blames the Russian Government For Hacking DNC
It's official, the Director of National Intelligence and Department of Homeland Security has blamed Russia for stealing and publishing archived emails from the Democratic National Committee in July. Wikileaks released over 19,000 emails and more than 8,000 attachments from the DNC in what was "part one of [their] new Hillary Leaks series." The Verge reports: "The recent disclosures of alleged … [Link]
Mashable » Official 'League of Legends' music video is a Star Guardians anime
There's an official, anime-style music video for League of Legends' Star Guardians and it's pretty awesome. The song is called "Burning Bright" and features the five League characters that make up the Star Guardians (in their new Star Guardian skins): Jinx, Lux, Jana, Poppy and Lulu. They start out in school and end up battling a giant Baron Nashor. The … [Link]
Popular Science » You Can Now Use Facebook As Your Calendar App
Technology Here's how Telling Facebook what you're up to tonight… [Link]
Mashable » It's time for Samsung to explain what the hell is wrong with the Note7
When you're faced with a crisis, it's important to stay calm. It's what Samsung has been doing while recalling up to 2.5 million defective Galaxy Note7 phones prone to catching on fire. But it's time for Samsung to fess up — nerdy technical details and all — on what exactly was wrong with the phones. It's no joke when faulty Note7s … [Link]
Mashable » It's [cyber] war: U.S. officially blames Russia for recent hacks
The U.S. accused Russia of trying to hack American political organizations and state election systems in an announcement on Friday. The announcement marks the latest news of Russian actors attempting to tamper with the U.S. electoral process, which has been something of a recurring news story for several months. SEE ALSO: In ballots we trust: E-voting, hacking and the 2016 election … [Link]
Mashable » Fox News anchor criticized for dramatic hurricane warning
Fox News' Shepard Smith has pleaded with viewers to take Hurricane Matthew weather warnings seriously, but also faced criticism for the tone and wording of his report. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Climate Issues, Florida Hurricane, Florida, and Emergency Evacuation [Link]
Mashable » Hurricane Matthew's path of destruction
Hurricane Matthew is currently offshore of Florida and slowly making its way along the coast as a Category 3 storm. With 2.5 million people evacuated and storm surges predicted as high as 7-to-11 feet, much of the coast is still bracing for Matthew to hit. While it's difficult to know the extent of damage caused in Florida so far, the hurricane … [Link]
Mashable » Gear up for the next presidential debate with a 'Bad Lip Reading' of the first one
There's finally a new Bad Lip Reading of the first presidential debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump — but honestly, the actual debate might have been weirder. Sure, this clip has Clinton chirping like a bird and Trump saying the non-phrase "I don't like you anything," but does it have "I have a winning temperament" or the Hillary shimmy? … [Link]
Slashdot » Bruce Schneier: We Need To Save the Internet From the Internet of Things
Bruce Schneier, writing for Motherboard:What was new about the Krebs attack was both the massive scale and the particular devices the attackers recruited. Instead of using traditional computers for their botnet, they used CCTV cameras, digital video recorders, home routers, and other embedded computers attached to the internet as part of the Internet of Things. Much has been written about … [Link]
Popular Science » A Field Of Volcanoes And A Hurricane Seen From Space
Science Our favorite images of the week Our ten favorite images from this week in science, health, and tech news. [Link]
Mashable » Obama proves he is human by forgetting his phone…again
President Obama left the White House on Friday to head to Chicago, but as he was en route to board Marine One he realized he was missing something: his phone. An extremely relatable Obama patted himself down, had a quick moment of panic and realized that before he could go any further he needed to turn around and sprint to retrieve … [Link]
Mashable » Everything we know about 'Doctor Who' Season 10 and the Christmas special
Doctor Who star Peter Capaldi made his first appearance at New York Comic Con on Friday morning to discuss the show's upcoming tenth season and the 2016 Christmas special, which debuted an action-packed new trailer at the convention. Capaldi appeared alongside Pearl Mackie — who is taking over for Jenna Coleman's Clara as the Doctor's new companion, Bill, in Season 10 … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft Likely To Launch All-in-One Surface At its October 26 Event
Microsoft today sent out invitations to an event on October 26 in which it will discuss "what's next for Windows 10." The invitations follow months of rumors that a Microsoft Surface all-in-one PC, so naturally it's expected to be launched at the event. VentureBeat adds: It's also likely that Microsoft will talk about updates coming to Windows 10, given the … [Link]
Mashable » Jay-Z will produce a docu-series about the life of Kalief Browder
In 2014, The New Yorker published a profile by Jennifer Gonnerman about Kalief Browder: a young man sent to Rikers Island Prison Complex at the age of 16 for three years, without a trial, for allegedly stealing a backpack. He later committed suicide. The piece, which chronicled Browder experience with abuse within the prison and solitary confinement, caught the attention of … [Link]
Mashable » Bruno Mars returns to make the world funkier with '24K Magic' video
Bruno Mars is back with a flashy video for "24K Magic," the lead single and title track for his forthcoming album. 24K Magic, out Nov. 18, is Mars' follow up to his 2012 breakthrough record, Unorthodox Jukebox. We're not really sure if he's done anything since then, but if his Vegas adventures are any indication, he seems to be doing … [Link]
Mashable » How to save for 2017 and 2057 at the same time
Say you’re diligently saving money for your upcoming wedding, you plan to own your own business someday, and then in 40 years you want to retire to a beautiful farm. How do you juggle such different financial goals? Near-term expenditures can be easy to picture and budget for, but long-term goals can seem vaguer and harder to prioritize. Yet the future … [Link]
Mashable » Hurricane Matthew jokes really show where our priorities are in 2016
Hurricanes = no power. No power = no Netflix. In case you haven't heard, Hurricane Matthew — currently classified as a category 3 storm — is wreaking havoc on the eastern coast of Florida. The storm presents a serious safety threat, and has already caused a reported 2.5 million U.S. evacuations. However, because this is 2016, many Twitter users are less … [Link]
Slashdot » Yahoo's Government Email Scanner Was Not A Modified Spam Filter, But a Secret Hacking Tool: Motherboard
The spy tool that the US government ordered Yahoo to install on its systems last year at the behest of the NSA or the FBI was a "poorly designed" and "buggy" piece of malware, according to two sources closely familiar with the matter, reports Motherboard. From the article: Last year, the US government served Yahoo with a secret order, asking … [Link]
Mashable » The new frontier in smart homes
The Internet has revolutionized the way we communicate, find information, and organize our lives. Now, a new generation of technology is quickly escalating to a similar level of societal impact; the Internet of Things (IoT), or a series of interconnected appliances and devices to integrate our lives in even more technologically advanced ways. One of the biggest breakthroughs promised here is … [Link]
Mashable » 'Mascots' rouses some laughs with a quirky mockumentary
In Chrisopher Guest's newest Netflix film, a group of peculiar Mascoteers compete in an annual competition. Known for his eccentric characters and offbeat stories, Guest balances a sincerity for the craft and crude stabs at the sport. But some jokes don't land at all… and some don't even fly off the trampoline. Check out our CineFix YouTube channel for more videos: … [Link]
Mashable » How Black Panther taught 50 years of fans to 'walk like a Wakandan prince'
Comic books don't look the way they used to. To be clear, they look better, and nowhere is that more apparent than in the New York Comic Con panel celebrating 50 years of Black Panther, the genius African prince who also happens to fight evil in a sleek black suit. SEE ALSO: 10 New York Comic Con panels we can't wait … [Link]
Mashable » Enjoy this beautiful, baseless rumor that Carrie Brownstein and Abbi Jacobson are dating
For one small, dedicated corner of the internet, there is no gossip more enticing — yet elusive — than that of Carrie Brownstein's dating life. And on Wednesday, the "news" (emphasis on the ironic quotes) broke like wildfire. Based on a total of three Instagram posts, queer culture site Autostraddle, concluded that it was theoretically, hypothetically, within-the-margin-of-error possible that Carrie Brownstein … [Link]
Mashable » How climate change will destroy our world if we don't act quickly
Paid content by Cool Effect Now helping Earth is as easy as tapping a button. Fight climate change by supporting the world's best projects committed to reducing carbon pollution. Small actions can create planet-sized change.Here's a bleak thought: If we do nothing, the Earth's temperature will rise uncontrollably, the ozone layer will disappear, the Antarctic ice sheet will melt – causing … [Link]
Mashable » Drudge and Trump’s disregard for facts has endangered lives amid Hurricane Matthew
Much of Donald Trump's presidential campaign has harnessed an existing conservative distrust of media and government officials. And during Hurricane Matthew, that might cost people their lives. Running as an anti-establishment businessman, Trump has not only cautioned people away from believing what the government says, he has also spent a great deal of time talking about a dishonest, "disgusting and corrupt … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Facebook Graph API v2.8 Delivers Custom Open Graph Update
This week, Facebook introduced v2.8 of its Facebook Graph API. Updates of note include Custom Open Graph and Marketing API changes. v2.8 will be the last Graph API update before next year, when Facebook will announce the next release at its annual F8 conference April 18-19 next spring. [Link]
Mashable » Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour hint at Eleven's return, justice for Barb in 'Stranger Things'
NEW YORK — There's good news and there's bad news for Stranger Things fans. The good: Eleven will probably be back for Season 2. The bad: Barb is dead. These were the two key tidbits that Millie Bobby Brown (Eleven) and David Harbour (Chief Hopper) revealed during the Stranger Things New York Comic Con panel on Friday morning. Held in the … [Link]
Mashable » Listen to the band behind David Bowie's 'Blackstar' pay tribute to the legend
David Bowie never leaves you, especially if you've had the otherworldly experience of working alongside him. So the band behind Blackstar, his last studio album, led by jazz saxophonist Donny McCaslin, are releasing their own album in tribute to their late, great hero. Listen to Beyond Now a week ahead its release on Oct. 14. The album gets its title from … [Link]
Slashdot » Sony To Return Image Sensors To Full Capacity On Smartphone Pickup
Sony's image sensor production will return to full capacity in the October-March half-year due to a pickup in smartphone demand, having spent part of the past year running just under full strength, the head of its chip-making subsidiary said. From a Reuters report: "The business environment for our customers is improving," President Yasuhiro Ueda of Sony Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp said … [Link]
Mashable » Rejoice: 'Golden Girls' action figures finally exist
The girls are back and more golden than ever. On Thursday, toy manufacturer Funko debuted Golden Girls action figures at this year's New York Comic Con. Finally, you can have a chance to act out your own sitcom as everyone's favorite over-50 foursome. SEE ALSO: This toy advert is taking on gender stereotypes and people love it Image: goldengirls/targetWhile Blanche, Rose, … [Link]
Mashable » Grubhub and Seamless have gift cards now
Grubhub and Seamless are selling gift cards now, so you can help your friends feel less guilty about ordering takeout. Grubhub and Seamless, which are part of the same company, launched their gift cards on Thursday. The gift cards are only available online, not in actual stores like Uber's gift card effort. Customers can either choose to send gift cards via … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook is spinning off Events into a separate app, but don't freak out
Facebook Events is a great way for the social network to actually help you manage your social life. But sometimes we forget to keep tabs on the events we'll "maybe" attend, and sometimes we have trouble finding events we're interested in all together. Facebook has decided to address this issue so we never have FOMO again. The social network just launched … [Link]
Mashable » Someone parked their car in the living room because of Hurricane Matthew
Hurricane Matthew is here, and everything but clam chowder is off the shelves of super markets as folks brace themselves and stock up on the essentials. While most folks prepare by parking the car in the garage, this family took things to another level and decided the safest place for their vehicle was with them, in the living room. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
Mashable » Here are some things you didn't know about Halo
The Halo franchise has some really interesting secrets hidden in its 16 year existence. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Master Chief, Halo, Hidden History, and Entertainment [Link]
Mashable » Ted Cruz phone banking for Donald Trump gets the perfect Photoshop battle
Ted Cruz probably never imaged he would actually go to bat for Donald Trump, never mind pick up the phone like an intern on a street team. After being booed hard for not endorsing Trump at the Republican National Convention, the former Presidential candidate had a change of conscience recently when he finally endorsed Trump. While that in itself is pretty … [Link]
Slashdot » Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer Led Illegal Purge of Male Employees, Lawsuit Charges
A prominent local media executive fired from Yahoo last year has filed a lawsuit accusing CEO Marissa Mayer of leading a campaign to purge male employees. "Mayer encouraged and fostered the use of (an employee performance-rating system) to accommodate management's subjective biases and personal opinions, to the detriment of Yahoo's male employees," said the suit by Scott Ard filed this … [Link]
Mashable » Emilia Clarke can barely stand up during 'Game of Thrones' filming
Looks like the winds of winter are here for Game of Thrones. Oh, shoot. Sorry. Not that Winds of Winter. Judging by a recent Instagram post from Emilia Clarke, GoT is currently filming in Northern Ireland — and it's probably because the Daenerys is plotting Westeros domination with her new best friends, the Greyjoys. SEE ALSO: Breaking down the brilliance of … [Link]
Mashable » Microsoft is about to announce something big
Microsoft is about to make our fall a little more interesting. The company on Friday sent out invites to press for a New York City product showcase on Oct. 26 at 10:00 a.m. ET, one that should illustrate the next wave of Windows innovation. SEE ALSO: Windows 10 Anniversary Update is a no brainer install A year ago, Microsoft shocked the … [Link]
Mashable » Polar bear happily rolls around in kiddie pool of ice
Let this polar bear inspire you to live your best life, even in chilly circumstances. The Oregon Zoo shared this adorable video of a polar bear gleefully playing in a kiddie pool filled with ice. The bear is a 10-month-old cub named Nora, who barrel dives into the pool with total abandon. Ninja cameraman's footwork for Nike ad is beyond impressive … [Link]
Mashable » Kanye West's demo of 'Famous' had even harsher words for Taylor Swift
In case you hadn't heard, Taylor Swift was not a huge fan of her name check in Kanye West's "Famous." Now, a demo of the song featuring Young Thug has leaked, and Taylor (and Amber Rose) would definitely like this one even less. According to Complex, in the leaked version, which has since been deleted, West raps, "I feel like Taylor … [Link]
Slashdot » Judge: Lawsuits Now Can Be Served Using Twitter
Reader schwit1 writes: A Kuwaiti religious leader who allegedly raised money for jihadist rebels in Syria appears poised to become the first foreigner served a U.S. lawsuit via Twitter. Hajjaj bin Fahd al-Ajmi has been a hard man to reach for a lawyer seeking compensation in a northern California federal court on behalf of hundreds of thousands of Assyrian Christians … [Link]
Mashable » How filmmakers created the 'Alien' chestburster scene
The newborn Xenomorph bursting violently from John Hurt’s chest in Alien is one of the most iconic and important scenes in science fiction or horror movie history. And a lot went on before (and after) director Ridley Scott shouted “action.” Our CineFix series, Art of the Scene, burrows into the disturbing creature designs and gallons of prop blood that led to … [Link]
Mashable » Introducing 'Hamster Things'
We imagined an alternate reality where 'Stranger Things' stars a cast of tiny rescue hamsters. There's no Millie Bobby Brown, but this should hold you over until season two. Starring the adoptable hamstars from Westchester Rescued Hamster Haven. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Netflix, Television, Stranger Things, and Pets [Link]
Mashable » SNL will feature Emily Blunt, Tom Hanks, Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga
Saturday Night Live Season 42 is not holding back. The show just announced via Twitter that Emily Blunt will be hosting with Bruno Mars as the musical guest on Oct. 15. The following week (Oct. 22), Tom Hanks will take on hosting duties with Lady Gaga as the musical guest. SEE ALSO: 'Saturday Night Live' adds three new cast members October … [Link]
Mashable » You can finally get drunk off of boozy ice cream
As if ice cream wasn't already delicious enough, the chilly treat finally possesses the power to get you drunk, too. Enter Tipsy Scoop, a liquor-infused ice cream company with a decadent product line that all boasts up to a 5% ABV. SEE ALSO: These cotton candy ice-cream clouds are heaven for your sweet tooth A photo posted by Tipsy Scoop (@tipsyscoop) … [Link]
Popular Science » Maybe Alien Life Runs On Cosmic Rays Instead Of Sunlight
Space Deadly radiation could be breakfast for microbes on rogue planets, comets, and more For rogue planets that don't have a star to orbit, wandering alone through dark interstellar space, cosmic rays may provide a similar function to sunlight here on… [Link]
Mashable » How to watch the 'Super Smash Bros.' action at Big House 6
The Big House is back again, bringing the biggest names in Super Smash Bros. Melee and Smash 4 to the biggest tournament in the Midwest for three days of Smash action. SEE ALSO: Here's what 'Super Smash Bros. Melee' looks like with tripping Running Oct. 7-9, The Big House 6 features names like Mango, ZeRo, Hungrybox, Armada, Lucky, Plup, Nairo, Mew2King … [Link]
Popular Science » China’s Private Space Industry Prepares To Compete With Spacex And Blue Origin
From Our Blogs: Eastern Arsenal Satellites and space tourists Chinese private and state companies are going hard for commercial space, from space tourists to satellites launched by spaceplanes. [Link]
Mashable » Bright pink note warning 'snitches' tips off cops to drug dealer
A note warning people about snitches led police to discover that the owner of the residence was dealing drugs. Deputies for the Fayette County Sheriff's Department responded to a joyriding complaint at a residence in Oak Hill, West Virginia at approximately 10:15 a.m. on Thursday. When the deputies approached the residence, they spotted a bright pink sign posted on the front … [Link]
Mashable » You were supposed to leave, not livestream
Millions of people along the southeastern coast of the United States were under evacuation orders on Thursday as Hurricane Matthew was about to become the first major hurricane to smash into Florida in more than a decade. “You need to leave," Florida Gov. Rick Scott said on Thursday. "Evacuate, evacuate, evacuate." SEE ALSO: The view from space as Hurricane Matthew pounded … [Link]
Mashable » Sarah Jessica Parker has a bonkers 'Sex and the City' theory
Thanks to Sarah Jessica Parker, you'll never watch reruns of Sex and the City the same way again. The actress, who is currently starring in the new HBO drama Divorce, was a guest on the Nerdist podcast recently. While there, Parker shared a theory about the show and the relationship between her character, Carrie, and her squad. SEE ALSO: Sarah Jessica … [Link]
Slashdot » Netflix CEO: Movie Theaters Are 'Strangling the Movie Business''
Netflix CEO Reed Hastings thinks the state of film is a "real tragedy" and that movie theaters are "strangling the movie business," he said at The New Yorker's Tech Fest on Friday. From a Business Insider report:On Friday, Hastings came down hard on these theater owners, saying there had been no innovation in the movie theater business in recent years, … [Link]
Mashable » Crocheted 'E.T.' suit is a Halloween costume to phone home about
This kid's Halloween is about to be out of this world. Ohio mom Stephanie Pokorny, an avid crocheter, created a spectacular E.T. suit for her son Jack — and it is truly something to phone home about. SEE ALSO: 20 Halloween costumes that are also great dad jokes According to her website, Pokorny crocheted the costume freehand using a method similar … [Link]
Popular Science » Watch Hurricane Matthew Spin In These Rainbow Visualizations
Science This dangerous storm is looking pretty trippy If you're in a part of the country where you still have power, and you're weary of reading blowhards lying on the internet about the storm's power, you can get lost in… [Link]
New Scientist – News » Spider spotted chaining wild crayfish with silk before devouring
The spider tied its victim to the underside of a rock using strands of silk, before disemboweling it – this behaviour has never been seen in the wild before [Link]
Popular Science » Crowdfund The Knightscope Security Robot Today
Technology You could purchase a share of the robo-mallcop of the future Knightscope, a security robot company, is looking for interest from investors. [Link]
Mashable » Hurricane Matthew has reached the U.S., and it could reportedly be worse than Sandy
The hurricane has hit Florida and now a tropical storm warning is in effect up through North Carolina. More than half a million people are without power. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Hurricane Matthew, Real Time, Real Time Video, and Us World [Link]
Mashable » 'Black Mirror' Season 3 trailer will send shivers down your spine
If you like your alternate realities dark, disturbing and full of internet-fuelled misery, you're probably going to enjoy the trailer for Black Mirror Season 3. SEE ALSO: What's coming to and leaving Netflix in October The new season, which goes up on Netflix on October 21 and runs six episodes, looks set to feature Charlie Brooker's usual mishmash of eerie … [Link]
Mashable » Here's why you should buy your Pixel phone from Google and not Verizon
Google kind of lied at its Pixel and Pixel XL event earlier in the week when it announced the new Android phones would be exclusive to Verizon. That's not true. You can also buy them unlocked from Google directly, either at full price or paid in monthly installments over two years. But if you buy them from Verizon, you're going to … [Link]
Slashdot » Samsung Could Face Second Recall As US Probes Burnt Phone
The Federal Aviation Administration and the Consumer Product Safety Commission are investigating Wednesday's incident, when a passenger's phone emitted smoke on a Southwest Airlines plane readying for departure from Louisville, Kentucky. Bloomberg reports: "If it's the fixed phone and it started to smoke in his pocket, I'm going to guess there'll be another recall," said Pamela Gilbert, a former executive … [Link]
Mashable » Can Google's Pixel give the iPhone a run for its money?
Google officially became a hardware company on Tuesday. Not only did the company announce new Pixel phones (RIP Nexus), but the company also provided pricing and release dates for Google Home, its Amazon Echo killer, unveiled its mobile VR headset called Daydream View, Google Wi-Fi network extenders and Chromecast Ultra. See? A lot of hardware. Joining me this week's MashTalk … [Link]
Mashable » There are birds flying in the eye of Hurricane Matthew
While people are urged to evacuate in the face of a dangerous hurricane, birds often face a difficult problem as such storms move overhead. They can be battered and injured by the strong winds near the center of the storm, for example. However, many birds take flight into the storm's relatively calm eye, circling as they move along with the hurricane, … [Link]
Mashable » Meet the developer that's making apps for the conservative movement
The Trump campaign, the Brexit "Leave" campaign, the National Rifle Association and pro-life Catholics all have at least one thing in common: Their apps. Behind many of the apps of the conservative movement is one company, uCampaign. uCampaign burst onto the Republican tech scene when it developed an app for Ted Cruz during the early days of the Republican presidential primary … [Link]
Slashdot » Fake Call Centers in India Scam Americans Of Millions
An anonymous reader writes:Indian police have arrested 70 people and are questioning hundreds more after uncovering a massive scam to cheat thousands of Americans out of millions of dollars by posing as U.S. tax authorities and demanding unpaid taxes, a police officer said Thursday. According to police in Mumbai, the yearlong scam involved running fake call centers which sent voice … [Link]
Mashable » 6 essential episodes to help you catch up with 'Supergirl'
Supergirl is flying over to The CW after a freshman run on CBS, and in Season 2, we'll see Kara (Melissa Benoist) joining forces with her cousin, Superman (Tyler Hoechlin), to prove that great bone structure and aerodynamics run in the family. SEE ALSO: Superman takes flight in CW's 'Supergirl' Season 2 teaser If you missed the Girl of Steel's debut … [Link]
Mashable » Google Store to open in Manhattan
Get ready for a Google Store in New York. The MadeByGoogle store, already set to open in Mountain View this month, is getting a New York location. The retail store will open at 96 Spring Street in lower Manhattan. Both locations will open Oct. 20. The pop-up shop is expected to sell the devices Google debuted at its hardware event on … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Why scary clowns are threatening people all around the world
The past few weeks have seen the rise of strange clown sightings across the US, UK and Canada. What's going on, asks Sally Adee [Link]
Mashable » Indian police arrest 70 conmen who scammed thousands of Americans posing as IRS officials
The Indian police have uncovered a chain of fake call centres in Mumbai and arrested 70 people who posed as officials of U.S. tax department and scammed thousands of Americans.. SEE ALSO: Hackers steal frequent-flyer miles worth Rs 1.6 million from Air India The fraudsters ran fake call centres and sent threatening voice mail messages telling the U.S. citizens that they … [Link]
Mashable » Colombian President wins Nobel Peace Prize for efforts to end 52-year-old conflict
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos has been awarded this year's Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to end the long standing conflict with FARC rebels. The conflict has killed more than 220,000 people over the last 52 years. A peace deal was signed between the two sides, but to considerable shock was swiftly rejected this week following a referendum vote. The … [Link]
Popular Science » This Cop Turned A Helicopter Into An Amphibious Racecar
DIY A custom chopper-pontoon-racecar Jeff Bloch, a novelty-car builder and D.C. police officer, turned a junked helicopter into an amphibious racecar. [Link]
Slashdot » Verizon Wants $1 Billion Discount On Yahoo Deal After Reports of Hacking, Email Scanning
As if Yahoo's reputation couldn't get any worse after the company revealed a massive data breach that occurred in 2014, compromising at least 500 million accounts, Reuters issued a report claiming the company secretly scanned customer emails for U.S. intelligence agencies. These reports certainly don't look good to the companies looking to acquire Yahoo, like Verizon, which has been nearing … [Link]
Mashable » 'Hamster Things' turns 'Stranger Things' upside down
We imagined an alternate reality where Stranger Things stars a cast of tiny rescue hamsters. Sarah Paulson knows all the words to Salt-N-Pepa's 'Shoop' Ninja cameraman's footwork for Nike ad is beyond impressive Londoner casually 'surfs' moving double-decker bus in terrifying GoPro footage Underwater explosions in extreme slow motion look totally mesmerising Read more… More about Stranger Things, Parody, Netflix, Pets, and Watercooler [Link]
Mashable » Sarah Paulson knows all the words to Salt-N-Pepa's 'Shoop'
Actress Sarah Paulson dropped by The Tonight Show to discuss her recent Emmy award win and, more importantly, to prove that she knows all the lyrics to Salt-N-Pepa's 1993 jam "Shoop." Her niece and America were her witness. ‘Hamster Things' turns 'Stranger Things' upside down Ninja cameraman's footwork for Nike ad is beyond impressive Londoner casually 'surfs' moving double-decker bus in terrifying GoPro … [Link]
Mashable » Drunk woman has glorious Twitter exchange with customer service rep
LONDON — Nine times out of ten, drunk tweeting isn't the best idea. SEE ALSO: Man buys woman a drink, texts her awkward request weeks later Every now and again, though, as in the case below, it can have unexpectedly amusing consequences. This is British vlogger, Lucy D'Agostino. Last night ✨ A photo posted by LUCY D'AGOSTINO (@lucydagostino_) on Oct 2, … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Anti-GM views might just triumph in India – here’s why
The battle over genetically modified food crops in a nation haunted by malnutrition is on a knife-edge after over-hype and lack of transparency, says TV Padma [Link]
Mashable » Tinder's new function could get you more matches but it'll cost you
LONDON — The novelty of swiping on Tinder has officially worn offSwiping left and right on prospective dates might have been fun to begin with, but when it comes to finding a match, it takes some serious swiping. SEE ALSO: Tinder's new 'boosting' function will let you pay to be seen first Tinder has just launched a new feature for people … [Link]
Mashable » How a Trump or Clinton presidency could change your peanut butter and jelly sandwich
Of all the major issues this presidential campaign, one has attracted woefully little attention: how a President Clinton or a President Trump would affect the peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Though America has loved the sandwich for over a hundred years, these two candidates could substantially shape the future of how the country produces, purchases and eats PB&Js. Neither Clinton nor … [Link]
Mashable » Project Entrepreneur looks to help women create 'high-growth, high-impact' businesses
Since the launch of Rent the Runway in 2009, co-founders Jenny Fleiss and Jennifer Hyman have raised more than $100 million in venture capital funding. Now, they're on a mission to help other women break into and disrupt industries through education programs and venture competitions. In its second year, Project Entrepreneur — an initiative from the Rent the Runway Foundation and … [Link]
Mashable » All the humans in 'Stranger Things,' replaced by hamsters
In an alternate reality somewhere — an Upside Down, if you will — there is a version of Stranger Things that exclusively stars hamsters. Hamster Wynona Ryder paces frantically through her tiny living room wondering about the whereabouts of her hamster son, Will. Meanwhile, at a tiny McMansion across town, a Hamster Barb seated poolside contemplates her friendship with Hamster … [Link]
Mashable » These hurricane hunters flew straight into the eye of Matthew
This stunning footage shows a crew of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) "hurricane hunters" as they fly through Hurricane Matthew's eyewall and into the eye of the storm. SEE ALSO: Hurricane Matthew: How to follow the storm like a true weather geek The footage, shot when the storm was a Category 4 hurricane, shows the WP-3D Orion aircraft experiencing severe … [Link]
Mashable » People call out this advert featuring a woman's bottom as sexist
LONDON — A woman's exposed bottom is probably the last thing you'd expect to see in a car park. But that's nonetheless what Twitter user Alice Gray spotted in her gym car park in Cardiff, Wales. SEE ALSO: People think this infographic about 'childless' female politicians is sexist UFit gym's advert features an image of a woman's bum alongside the text … [Link]
Mashable » Explanation for damaged letter will make you grateful for email
LONDON — Nobody likes to receive a letter that's both damaged and delayed, but when it's accompanied by the following explanation — well, there's really not much you can do to argue. SEE ALSO: This woman's complaint about a worm in her lettuce escalated hilariously On Thursday, Reddit user scotta01 — who appears to be from rural Exeter, UK — shared … [Link]
Mashable » Ninja cameraman's footwork for Nike ad is beyond impressive
With all the digital fakery out there, it's sometimes easy to forget how much skill goes into steadicam work behind-the-scenes. In this fast-paced shoot in Beijing and Hong Kong for Nike, cameraman Florian Hatwagner displays the kind of incredible finesse needed to capture the action on foot. The nimble Austrian, goes by the very apt nickname "Gimbalninja" online, specialises in … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Failed hunt for Proxima b’s star transit leaves us in the dark
An unsuccessful attempt to catch the Earth-like exoplanet passing between its star and us means we still know little about its atmosphere and surface [Link]
Mashable » Here's everything you'll want to binge watch this weekend
Don’t know what to watch this weekend? Here are our suggestions for what to binge on Netflix, Hulu and more. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Streaming, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and Netflix [Link]
Mashable » Skunk Fest: Making a big stink
I touch down in Cleveland, Ohio, and call the only person I know who lives here, Deb Cipriani. This is our first real meeting, as we have only ever talked over the phone. I had been researching animal rescues around the country and she invited me to Cleveland for her annual fundraiser, Skunk Fest.Deb has been rescuing skunks in Ohio for … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Algorithmic trading could be to blame for pound’s ‘flash crash’
The pound plunged by six per cent in Asian trading overnight and some suspect software trained on news headlines about Brexit might be to blame [Link]
Mashable » Londoner casually 'surfs' moving double-decker bus in terrifying GoPro footage
This video is the absolute definition of "don't try this at home". Armed with nothing more than a GoPro and a borderline-reckless appetite for danger, urban explorer and YouTuber DyingLlama hitches a ride on a double-decker London bus in the most literal way possible. SEE ALSO: Watch: Young photographer climbs to dizzying heights to get the perfect shot After speeding … [Link]
Mashable » Malaysian magicians perform breathtaking sequence of 18 costume changes in 60 seconds
No matter how many times you see it, quick-change magic acts never seem to get old. Two Malaysian magicians managed to break the Guinness World Record for the most number of outfit changes in a minute. Through a mind-boggling sequence, Sylvia Lim goes through 18 changes in the 60 seconds, as partner Avery Chin drags the curtain over her for … [Link]
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Mashable » Is this video evidence that creepy clowns really are in the UK?
As sightings of creepy clowns spread around the world, a video has emerged of a scary clown in the UK. It's not clear if it's genuine evidence of an ongoing menacing trend or a harmless joke. But it has raised concerns. The video shows a man wearing a scary mask while walking down the road in Ashton-under-Lyne, near Manchester. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
Slashdot » Prominent Pro-Patent Judge Issues Opinion Declaring All Software Patents Bad
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Techdirt: A lawsuit brought by the world's largest patent troll, Intellectual Ventures, and handled on appeal (as are all patent cases), by the notoriously awful Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) may have actually killed off software patents. The ruling came from a judge that has ruled over patent cases since … [Link]
Mashable » Even Speedtest thinks Reliance Jio's internet speeds are slowing down
Even India's richest man is unable to quench the country's need for speed. SEE ALSO: Why are so many Indians queuing up to get a SIM card? Launched with much fanfare and promise of providing high speed internet via its future proof 4G LTE only network, Reliance Jio's services are downgrading as more people get on board. While users have been … [Link]
Mashable » Underwater explosions in extreme slow motion look totally mesmerising
Sticking a tiny firework into a fishing tank and watching it go off is, on the surface, a fairly unimpressive sight — but when you watch the thing burst apart at 120,000 frames per second it's a whole different story. SEE ALSO: Flinging a hammer at a mirror in extreme slow motion has unexpected results For their latest video, Gav … [Link]
Mashable » See Mark Zuckerberg's entire virtual reality demo from Oculus Connect
On Thursday, Mark Zuckerberg kicked off the Oculus Connect conference in San Jose, Calif. with a virtual reality demo which included nifty ways to socialize in virtual reality. In the demo, Mark and a couple of friends visit various virtual arenas, including the bottom of the ocean, the surface of Mars, Facebook's offices, and even Zuckerberg's home (complete with his dog, … [Link]
Mashable » Colombian president Juan Manuel Santos awarded Nobel Peace Prize
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to make peace with the FARC rebels. "The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided to award the Nobel Peace Prize for 2016 to Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos for his resolute efforts to bring the country's more than 50-year-long civil war to an end, a war that … [Link]
Mashable » This trailer for Jeremy Clarkson's new driving show looks car-explodingly epic
Chances are, if you're a fan of the old Top Gear, you're going to be a fan of the trailer above. Following on from the teaser launched last month, we now have a full-length trailer of Jeremy Clarkson & Co's new car show, The Grand Tour — and it's just as epic-looking as we could have hoped. SEE ALSO: James … [Link]
Mashable » Prisma now lets you turn videos into surreal dreamscapes
Prisma, the photo app that applies neural network magic to photos for a wide variety of artistic effects, now also works with 15-second videos. The company announced the change Thursday, saying the new feature only works on iOS devices (Prisma is also available on Android). SEE ALSO: 10 amazing Prisma app images that started as simple selfies A total of … [Link]
Mashable » Pierce Brosnan leaves India shaken and stirred by starring in 'pan masala' advertisement
Pierce Brosnan may have won millions of fans with his portrayal of James Bond, but his latest avatar peddling a mouth freshner in India has created a frenzy on social media for all the wrong reasons. SEE ALSO: Classic ads that will make any Indian nostalgic India woke up shaken and stirred on Friday to a full-page ad starring the … [Link]
Slashdot » Kennedy Space Center Braces For Hurricane Matthew
Hurricane Matthew, one of the most powerful storms to hit Florida's Space Coast in the last 50 years, is expected to pummel the Kennedy Space Center and the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station Thursday night and into Friday. "Kennedy Space Center is now in HurrCon 1 status, meaning a hurricane is imminent. Hurricane preparations at Kennedy were completed early last … [Link]
Mashable » 'Buffy' binge marathon comes to the iconic Sydney Opera House
Think an Opera House is just for pearls, and opera and silk gowns? Well strap yourself in 'cause Australia's iconic venue just announced a festival just for pop culture obsessives. SEE ALSO: Watch: Homer Simpson and the Sydney Opera House seal, together at last The Sydney Opera House announced their first ever BingeFest, a festival dedicated to things millennials love in … [Link]
Mashable » 'Fresh Off the Boat' star tries chicken feet and pig's blood in Taiwan
12-year-old Fresh off the Boat star Hudson Yang just moved up a rung in assimilating with his character, chef Eddie Huang. The child actor is in Taiwan for Season 3 of the hit show, which brings the family to Huang's native country for the premiere. And who better to show Yang around than Janet Hsieh, who hosts travel show Fun … [Link]
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Mashable » Weather experts to skeptics: Evacuate before Hurricane Matthew hurts you
Weather forecasters have a clear message for all residents of areas in the path of Hurricane Matthew: evacuate now. While conservative voices like The Drudge Report's Matt Drudge have suggested that the U.S. government is over-playing the strength of the storm to make a point about climate change, weather experts across TV and the internet are urging citizens to not underestimate … [Link]
Mashable » Starbucks launches its first premium Reserve store in Cambodia
Starbucks has launched its first Reserve store in Cambodia's capital of Phnom Penh. The Reserve branding for Starbucks represents its higher-end specialty outlets, meant to compete with third-wave coffeeshops with small lot beans and baristas trained in hand-poured preparation methods. SEE ALSO: Hardworking police dog enjoys a refreshing Starbucks puppuccino The store is Starbucks' third in the capital, following two other … [Link]
Slashdot » Apes Can Guess What Others Are Thinking — Just Like Humans, Study Finds
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Guardian: Apes have a human-like ability to guess what others are thinking, even in cases when someone holds a mistaken belief, according to research that supports the view that other primates can empathize and have complex inner lives. The findings, in chimpanzees, bonobos and orangutans, are the first to clearly demonstrate that … [Link]
Mashable » Disney star bears scary resemblance to real serial killer in 'My Friend Dahmer'
We already knew that Teen Beach Movie star Ross Lynch was going to play Jeffrey Dahmer in the independent film My Friend Dahmer, but what we didn't know was how closely he'd resemble the Milwaukee-area serial killer. The resemblance, as seen below in a photo that was recently posted to Instagram, is absolutely frightening. It's pretty uncanny how similar they look… … [Link]
Mashable » A momentous day as the last Australian-built Ford car rolls off the line
Like many teenage boys, I had a brief love affair with cars. However the Australian-made Ford Falcon — a spacious four-door sedan seen all over suburban streets around the country — was never a vehicle you'd admit to fantasising about. SEE ALSO: Tesla's car deliveries increase by 70% Despite being such a common car, it managed to attract the curiosities of … [Link]
Mashable » East vs. West battle for 'Overwatch' supremacy under way in China
LOS ANGELES — Though the Overwatch phenomenon is still in its infancy, we're already in the middle of an epic East vs. West showdown. The APAC Overwatch Premier tournament kicked off Wednesday night in China, where six Chinese teams and six international squads — including one from the U.S. — are going after the $200,000 prize pool. There's much more at … [Link]
Mashable » Scientists behind Terrence Malick's 'Voyage of Time' explain why it's a groundbreaking film
There were always hints of Terrence Malick's obsession with nature in his movies. In 1973's Badlands, it was lingering shots of the Montana wilderness; when Tree of Life came out in 2011, between scenes of Sean Penn and Jessica Chastain, it was shots of dinosaurs and astronomical phenomena. SEE ALSO: This '100 greatest films of the 21st century' list is really … [Link]
Mashable » Mark Cuban says he won't buy esports teams: 'Players burn out'
Mark Cuban may already have sunk big money into esports, but he has no interest in investing in individual teams, the Dallas Mavericks owner recently told Fusion. The 58-year-old Shark Tank star has already ponied up part of the $7 million series A funding round for esports gambling company Unikrn — so he wants a piece of the pie. Just not … [Link]
Slashdot » FCC Proposal: Internet Providers Must Ask To Share Your Data
The FCC has unveiled a new privacy proposal Thursday that is sure to appeal to millions of internet users. Internet service providers? Not so much. The proposal would require ISPs like Verizon and Comcast to get your permission before sharing your precious info with advertisers. Fox News reports: The Federal Communication Commission has changed its broadband-privacy plan since it was … [Link]
Mashable » Pop-up 'CoD' tournament to be held in honor of Phil "Phizzurp" Kleminov
LOS ANGELES — Esports tournament host UMG will hold a $10,000 Call of Duty competition this weekend in honor of the late Phillip "PHiZZURP" Kleminov, who was tragically killed in a car accident last week. It was only natural UMG selected CoD as it's honorary tournament's game of choice: Kleminov played professional Call of Duty for several years but gained recognition … [Link]
Mashable » Police social media 'Star Wars' joke fails on so many levels
We’ve said it before and we'll say it again — police on social media have zero chill. While cops in Queensland usually take the cake for the most over-the-top social media "jokes" in Australia, on Thursday the New South Wales (NSW) force tried their hand at humor. And wow, they screwed it up. SEE ALSO: How the Queensland Police used … [Link]
Mashable » Brawl over a reclining chair could see pair banned from flying for life
It’s 3 a.m., you're on board an overnight flight from Phuket to Sydney and you're ready to slip off into the land of nod. The only thing stopping you is a fist fight in the aisle beside you. A man and woman are currently under investigation from the Australian Federal Police after an "incident" on board the Jetstar JQ33 Boeing 787 … [Link]
Mashable » Roof gets ripped off house by Hurricane Matthew
President Barack Obama has declared a state of emergency in Florida as Hurricane Matthew approaches the state. In this footage, a roof is torn off a house as the storm made its way through the Bahamas. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Hurricane Matthew, Real Time Video, Real Time, and Us World [Link]
Slashdot » Comcast Rolls Out Nationwide 1TB Data Cap
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Verge: Comcast's home internet data caps are going live for a majority of customers starting November 1st, the company announced today. Called the "Xfinity Terabyte Internet Data Usage Plan," the cap restricts the amount of data you consume in your home to 1TB per month regardless of the speed of your plan. … [Link]
Mashable » A giant Putin poster randomly showed up on New York's Manhattan Bridge
Vladimir Putin showed up in New York on Thursday. Or at least a poster of him did. A huge banner bearing an image of the Russian president, standing in front of the Russian and Syrian flags, had just one word on it —"peacemaker." It was draped over the Manhattan Bridge on Thursday afternoon. But it's not clear whether the poster's word … [Link]
Mashable » Fox broadcaster Joe Buck lost his voice because of a hair plug addiction
Joe Buck has one of the most recognizable and criticized voices in sports broadcasting, serving as Fox Sports' premier play-by-play announcer for NFL and MLB games. In 2011, he nearly lost that voice when a paralyzed left vocal cord put his career in doubt. Though Buck initially said a virus affected the nerve of his vocal cord, he now says he … [Link]
Mashable » Mickey Mouse was in 'The Little Mermaid' and you probably missed it
We had so much fun with Things You Didn’t Know on The Lion King, we decided to dive back into the world of Disney and explore The Little Mermaid, the film that jump-started Disney’s "Golden Age." Armed with these bits of trivia, you’ll have no trouble being part of that world. Subscribe to CineFix for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinefix&#~ Read more…More about … [Link]
Slashdot » 12-Year-Old Boy Gets $100K Bill From Google After Confusing Adwords With Adsense
The names Google gives to its services can be a bit confusing at times, especially since there are so many of them. For example, Adwords and Adsense look and sound very similar but they deal with two different transaction types. While Adwords deals with spending money, Adsense deals with earning money. A 12-year-old boy in Spain managed to confused the … [Link]
Mashable » Here's how many people actually streamed the Streamy Awards
LOS ANGELES — Sure, there were hundreds of attendees at the Sixth Annual Streamy Awards. But like the awards show's title suggests, most people who watched the ceremony actually — you guessed it — streamed it. This year, about 498,000 people livestreamed the platform on YouTube, according to data provided to Mashable by organizers. Since its inception, the Streamys — co-produced … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook's standalone VR headset feels like the future
SAN JOSE, California — For as far VR has come and as good as the experiences have gotten, there still aren't many options for those who don't have a high end PC. But during the keynote at Oculus Connect Thursday, Mark Zuckerberg briefly teased an all-new headset: a standalone viewer that doesn't rely on a mobile phone or a PC. Right … [Link]
Mashable » Why some people choose to stay in the path of a hurricane
The warnings about Hurricane Matthew's potential impact on Florida could hardly be more dire. The Category 4 storm has already smashed Haiti and the Bahamas, killing at least 264 people in Haiti, and its current trajectory endangers millions of people living along the east coast of Florida and the coastline of Georgia and South Carolina. SEE ALSO: Hurricane Matthew could damage … [Link]
Mashable » 5 fascinating details from the 'Walking Dead' comics panel at NYCC
The inevitable New York Comic Con blitz around The Walking Dead got off to a raucous start on Thursday afternoon. Robert Kirkman, the comic's writer/creator, and editor Sean Mackiewicz sat down for an hour-plus chat with moderator Jason Mantzoukas (The League's Rafi). A cheering crowd greeted the trio as they delved deeply into Walking Dead lore, all while cracking wise and … [Link]
Mashable » Report: Fracking took 5.3 million gallons of water per well last year
Hydraulic fracturing is a water-intensive business: Bursting open just one shale gas well can require pumping millions of gallons of water underground. Yet much of the United States' fracking activity takes place in areas that are suffering from high or extremely high water stress, according to Ceres, an advocacy group for sustainable investment. About 57 percent of the nearly 110,000 wells … [Link]
Mashable » 'Breaking Bad' almost inspired a different ending for 'The Hunger Games' movie
You may think you're already intimately familiar with The Hunger Games movies, the books, and the whole history of Panem, but here’s another pile of fun facts to put in your brain. Subscribe to CineFix for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinefix&#~ Read more…More about Mashable Video, Liam Hemsworth, Josh Hutcherson, Phillip Seymour Hoffman, and Elizabeth Banks [Link]
Mashable » Watch this incredibly realistic CGI girl move for the first time
This is Saya, an incredibly realistic looking CGI Japanese school girl. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Saya, Cgi, Real Time Video, and Real Time [Link]
Mashable » NBA Vine alert: Blake Griffin nails opponent in the jaw with a shoe
To quote the great Austin Powers: "Who throws a shoe? Honestly!" Well, Mr. Powers: NBA star Blake Griffin, for one. SEE ALSO: The 'tragic' rise and fall, and rise and fall, of Todd Marinovich takes its latest turn Griffin appeared to have been trying a new way to free up Los Angeles Clippers teammate Chris Paul during a pre-season game Wednesday … [Link]
Mashable » Woman's self-deprecating online classfied ad for house is a surprise hit
When trying to sell something, you'd put your best foot forward to seal yourself a deal. Not for home owner Kobie Hughes, who struggled to get interest for her home in the Australian city of Perth with a straight-laced ad. So she decided to do the opposite and make the place sound abhorrent. SEE ALSO: Toad stacking? It's an Australian thing, … [Link]
Slashdot » New York To Test Facial Recognition Cameras At 'Crossing Points'
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Vocativ: In a 35-minute speech detailing a landmark $100 billion investment into state infrastructure, largely focused on New York City and Long Island, Governor Andrew Cuomo made a number of promises that would thrill New Yorkers, like the promise of a renovated Penn Station, called Penn-Farley, a direct train from there to LaGuardia … [Link]
Mashable » Kite surfer catches insane air ahead of Hurricane Matthew
While it's definitely not recommended that sports enthusiasts hit the ocean with a hurricane approaching, the combination of wind and wave really does create some ideal conditions for some water sports. Hurricane Matthew is expected to hit the east coast of Florida through Friday evening, leaving most residents preparing for a potentially catastrophic event. However, one kite surfer in Fort Lauderdale … [Link]
Mashable » Kennedy Space Center set for direct and potentially damaging hit from Matthew
As of Thursday afternoon local time, things were not looking good for the Space Coast. The region of eastern Florida that plays host to the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, was looking set for a direct hit from Hurricane Matthew with all its Category 4 strength. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) said Thursday afternoon that Hurricane Matthew, … [Link]
Mashable » ‘The Matrix’ dodged some bullets during its tough production
With everyone (actually only some people) saying we may already be living in a computer simulation, it's time to look back at the film that brought that idea into the mainstream: The Matrix. Our CineFix series, Things You Didn't Know, scans the code of this action sci-fi flick to bring you seven facts about the film's struggles during production and all … [Link]
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