John Gordon Ross

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Anyone who works as a freelancer these days has to be at least a bit familiar with techie things. But it isn’t just that. When I was a kid and those vaguely SF puppet shows were on the television and all the other kids wanted to be Greg Gogetem or Steve Savetheuniverse, I wanted to be the guy in a white coat and glasses called Doc or Brains. Here are some technology-related feeds I find useful and/or entertaining.

Mashable » Facebook's experimental app uses AI to turn live video into fine art

Tuesday 25 October 23:58:19 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f260010%2fap_553797677214Feed-tw Feed-fbLAGUNA BEACH, California — Facebook just gave an early look into an experimental camera app that uses artificial intelligence to make live video look like art. Speaking Tuesday at the Wall Street Journal's WSJD Live conference, Facebook Chief Product Officer Chris Cox demoed the app, which he said offered a look at how the social network is investing in augmented reality.  … [Link]

Mashable » Microsoft live blog: An inside look at the big reveals

Tuesday 25 October 23:49:44 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25722%2f3c4c19f17fef48d6bd71e7fade57b80fFeed-tw Feed-fbFollow live from New York City [View the story "The Microsoft event: Windows, Surface, HoloLens" on Storify]The Microsoft event: Windows, Surface, HoloLens Storified by Mashable· Tue, Oct 25 2016 16:43:32 Oct 25, 2016 12:19 PM EDT Share this story Share Tweet Tech team Pete Pachal, Damon Beres, Lance Ulanoff Live blog team Jenni Ryall, Nicole Gallucci Photography AP Read more… More … [Link]

Mashable » 'Deadpool 2': 7 types of directors who have what it takes to shoot the sequel

Tuesday 25 October 23:44:54 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259896%2f507a589522ef4ff7b139b0098992a655Feed-tw Feed-fbLOS ANGELES — With the news that Deadpool 2 director Tim Miller has exited the sequel due to "creative differences" with star Ryan Reynolds, the question turns to who might replace him. It won't exactly be easy, given Miller's tremendous influence on the first film, but it won't exactly be hard either, considering how many talented directors there are in Hollywood. … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Autism intervention is first to show benefits over the long term

Tuesday 25 October 23:30:58 UTC 2016

A programme that tweaks parents' communication skills is the first to show consistent improvements in children with severe autism [Link]

Mashable » 10 Philippe Starck designs that paved the way for Xiaomi's Mi Mix smartphone

Tuesday 25 October 23:24:56 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259988%2fstarcke232Feed-tw Feed-fbThe concept smartphone from Xiaomi and colorful French designer Philippe Starck, revealed on Tuesday, has won praise for its minimalist form and bezel-less screen.  And while Starck is world-renowned for his design prowess, many smartphone users may not realize just how big a deal a Xiaomi smartphone from Starck really is.  SEE ALSO: Xiaomi is working on this super cool bezel-less … [Link]

Slashdot » Yahoo Scanning Order Unlikely To Be Made Public: Reuters

Tuesday 25 October 23:20:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: Obama administration officials briefed key congressional staffers last week about a secret court order to Yahoo that prompted it to search all users' incoming emails for a still undisclosed digital signature, but they remain reluctant to discuss the unusual case with a broader audience. Executive branch officials spoke to staff for members … [Link]

Mashable » These DIY Halloween costumes bring your sci-fi fantasies to life

Tuesday 25 October 22:50:41 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25520%2fdocmartyFeed-tw Feed-fb What better time to celebrate your favorite sci-fi and fantasy film characters than Halloween? This year, dare to dress unconventionally while simultaneously celebrating your undeniable love for classic '80s and '90s films like Back to the Future, Edward Scissorhands and Predator. SEE ALSO: 10 'sexy' Halloween costumes that offend the animal kingdom These handy DIY tutorials are here to help … [Link]

Mashable » Finding the hackers behind the nightmarish DDoS attack

Tuesday 25 October 22:45:31 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258215%2fap_417207955896Feed-tw Feed-fbWhen a crime occurs in the physical world, investigators search for specific types of evidence.  Say they're looking into a robbery. Where was the break-in point? Was a weapon used?  SEE ALSO: More than 10 million devices helped take down the internet on Friday At Dyn, the domain name service-provider hit with a massive distributed denial of service attack on Friday … [Link]

Mashable » This new bike is designed to be ridden on your stomach

Tuesday 25 October 22:41:39 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25712%2fsite_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbThe Bird of Prey claims to be aerodynamic, eliminate strain on the back, and improve stability because it positions the rider on his or her stomach Read more…More about Mashable Video, Transportation, Invention, Cycling, and Bicycle Racer [Link]

Slashdot » Benchmark Battle October 2016: Chrome Vs. Firefox Vs. Edge

Tuesday 25 October 22:40:00 UTC 2016

Krystalo quotes a report from VentureBeat: It's been more than a year since our last browser benchmark battle, and the competition remains fierce. Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge have all gained a variety of new features and improvements over the past year. It's time to see if any of them have managed to pull ahead of the pack. … [Link]

Mashable » A high schooler in 1993 predicted the Cubs 2016 World Series appearance

Tuesday 25 October 22:37:59 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259944%2fcubs-winFeed-tw Feed-fbGo ahead and waste your yearbook space with a Dr. Seuss quote, we'll be over here with this sage predicting a World Series appearance 23 years in the future. Twitter user Thomas J Dale posted an image of his mother's 1993 yearbook, in which one student used his quote to predict a 2016 World Series win for the Cubs. The Cubs, … [Link]

Mashable » Jason Kipnis' disgusting ankle sprain won't stop him from playing in the World Series

Tuesday 25 October 22:30:02 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259915%2fgettyimages-615687426__1_Feed-tw Feed-fbAs the Indians embark on their first World Series since 1997, they're lucky to have second baseman Jason Kipnis in the starting lineup.  Cleveland punched its ticket to the Fall Classic last Wednesday, when it beat the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League Championship Series. For a team that hasn't won a World Series in more than 50 years, the … [Link]

Mashable » Green Day fan nails 'Dookie' song after band invites him on stage

Tuesday 25 October 22:23:50 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25708%2f9ae2157bce1a456e8332d09a59c29421Feed-tw Feed-fb Green Day respects people who know Green Day. Fan Thomas Bulvan brought a sign to the band's Chicago concert that read "I can play every song on Dookie." (Dookie is the band's third album, released in 1994.) That was good enough for Green Day — they invited Bulvan onstage to play "When I Come Around." Everyone had a great time. … [Link]

Mashable » Chipotle's earnings call was a hot and spicy mess

Tuesday 25 October 22:18:26 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259985%2fgettyimages-509058576Feed-tw Feed-fbChipotle was all over the place on Tuesday.  During its third-quarter earnings call, the burrito chain tried to assuage concerns about its dwindling business in the aftermath of last year's E. coli scare. And in the same call, Chipotle executives said the company would begin in earnest its push into pizza and burgers. And one executive apologized for getting caught with … [Link]

Mashable » DraftKings and FanDuel close out final chapter of year-long legal saga in New York

Tuesday 25 October 22:09:52 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259770%2f0331715b610f453baefa545d194c31b5Feed-tw Feed-fbThe daily fantasy sports industry's two biggest companies have wrapped up the last of their legal troubles in the state of New York. The state's attorney general, Eric Schneiderman, announced on Tuesday that his office had reached a settlement with DraftKings and FanDuel over lawsuits alleging that the two startups advertised their services in a way that intentionally misled consumers. SEE … [Link]

Mashable » The northern lights might put on a serious show tonight

Tuesday 25 October 22:08:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259904%2fbf491d4e06424f7daa02200078a80239Feed-tw Feed-fbRight now, the Earth is being slammed by fast-particles shot out by the sun, and that means tonight the northern lights could put on quite a show for people as far south as New York and Iowa. Assuming the storm keeps up, the solar wind could supercharge the aurora borealis, pushing the oval — which denotes where people can see the … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Mice fall for rubber hand illusion just like us

Tuesday 25 October 22:00:49 UTC 2016

Rodents can be tricked into thinking a fake tail is their own, and in doing so may help us develop prosthetic limbs that are more easily incorporated into body image [Link]

Slashdot » Largest Auto-Scandal Settlement In US History: Judge Approves $15 Billion Volkswagen Settlement

Tuesday 25 October 22:00:00 UTC 2016

A federal just has approved the largest auto-scandal settlement in U.S. history, a $14.7 billion settlement concerning Volkswagen Group's diesel car emissions scandal. USA Today reports: U.S. District Court Judge Charles Breyer in San Francisco approved the sweeping agreement between consumers, the government, California regulators and the German automaker in a written ruling a week after signaling he was likely … [Link]

Mashable » The 'Pringles ringle' is a stunning feat of snack engineering

Tuesday 25 October 21:43:52 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25713%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_4.47.38_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbScience and snacks are joining forces once again to give you the big chip circle you've always wanted. The "Pringles ringle," a freestanding, ring-shaped structure made entirely of the classic chip, is no stranger to the internet: in fact, there are dozens of ringle tutorial videos on YouTube.  But thanks to writer Jane Espenson, who created a ringle of her own … [Link]

Mashable » Major League Gaming plans first esports festival with 'Overwatch' and 'Call Of Duty'

Tuesday 25 October 21:42:12 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f257993%2f96364fdf02c2419aabbd2b1dd482fbddFeed-tw Feed-fbLOS ANGELES — Major League Gaming has announced its first esports festival, a three-day affair in Las Vegas with separate $100,000 tournaments for Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare and Overwatch. The December festival is an important event for CoD competitors because it serves as a qualifying event for the Call of Duty World League season. SEE ALSO: Activision-Blizzard CEO may have … [Link]

Popular Science » The First 4K Blu-Ray Player

Tuesday 25 October 21:38:14 UTC 2016

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ProgrammableWeb.com » Google Introduces Web Share API

Tuesday 25 October 21:37:39 UTC 2016

Google has introduced a Web Share API that allows website users to control how and where data is shared. The API does this by enabling websites to call on the host platform’s native sharing capabilities. An Origin Trial has been enabled in Chrome 55 beta so that developers can try out the Google Web Share API on websites. … [Link]

Mashable » Man walks around 9 wild bears like it's NBD

Tuesday 25 October 21:35:12 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259867%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_5.02.24_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbWhile we pretend bears are cute and cuddly creatures, they're actually dangerous animals perfectly capable of causing some serious damage. That doesn't scare George Hachey, though. In a recent clip posted to Facebook, Hachey demonstrates his lack of fear for bears while promoting a safari park called Little Big Bear Safari in New Brunswick, Canada. In the clip, Hachey can be … [Link]

Mashable » Carve your own 'Overwatch' pumpkins with these spooky stencils

Tuesday 25 October 21:34:08 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259774%2fow_halloweenlogin_tg_002Feed-tw Feed-fbOverwatch is fully embracing Halloween with festive hero costumes, a themed brawl mode, spooky loot and now official pumpkin-carving stencils. The official Overwatch Twitter tweeted out a collection of Overwatch-themed pumpkin stencils for your carving pleasure, including  silhouettes, a D.Va bunny and a vampire Pachimari. "Measure twice, carve once." Make your Halloween even more heroic with these Overwatch-themed pumpkin stencils!🎃📥 https://t.co/1oHi5MfCtv … [Link]

Slashdot » Warner Bros Claims Agency Ran Its Own Pirate Movie Site

Tuesday 25 October 21:20:00 UTC 2016

Warner Bros Entertainment has sued talent agency Innovative Artists, claiming that the agency ran its own pirate site when it ripped DVD screeners and streamed them to associates via Google servers. TorrentFreak adds: In a lawsuit filed in a California federal court, Warner accuses the agency of effectively setting up its own pirate site, stocked with rips of DVD screeners … [Link]

Mashable » Delta Airlines now lets you obsessively track your luggage in real-time

Tuesday 25 October 21:18:48 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259832%2f7b14eb7eea55440dbc306566ad51ef39Feed-tw Feed-fbOne of the great, anxious mysteries of air travel has always been whether or not your luggage will make it to your destination. Now, one major airline is hoping to curtail that and take the drama out of wondering where, exactly, your bags are. SEE ALSO: Delta creates a class higher than first class Delta Airlines has finally rolled out a … [Link]

Mashable » Take it back this Halloween with 8-bit Michael Myers

Tuesday 25 October 21:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25681%2f8-bit_halloween_thumbnail_v2Feed-tw Feed-fbKick off this Halloween with a digital dose of Michael Myers in glorious 8-bit arcade form.  8-bit Cinema "gamifies" your favorite Hollywood blockbusters into '80s arcade and NES-inspired action. Check out our CineFix YouTube channel for more videos:http://bit.ly/2aeiCXJ Read more…More about Mashable Video, John Carpenter, Slasher, Cinefix, and Video Games [Link]

Mashable » How the third gory season of ’Walking Dead’ differed from the comics

Tuesday 25 October 21:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f21500%2fwalking_dead_s3_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbWith nearly seven seasons and a spin-off under its belt, The Walking Dead remains hugely popular, as does the comic series that inspired it. Following its look at Seasons 1 and 2, our CineFix series, What's the Difference, tackles how everyone's favorite zombie apocalypse played out in Season 3 of the show, versus  Volumes 4-7 of the graphic novels. Subscribe to … [Link]

Mashable » Living succulent nail art is now a beauty trend on Instagram

Tuesday 25 October 20:57:59 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25685%2fc2bae22688d04cd9bc555f4ceffe4716Feed-tw Feed-fbInstagram beauty trends come and go, each more outrageous than the next. From glitter roots to geode lips, we thought we saw it all, until we saw this: succulent nails. Australian artist and succulent enthusiast Roz Borg takes real plants and glues them onto her fingernails, creating colorful, living nail art. A photo posted by Roz Borg (@arozona) on Sep 10, 2016 … [Link]

Mashable » With declining iPhone sales, Apple touts record growth in services

Tuesday 25 October 20:57:43 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259737%2fgettyimages-149525195Feed-tw Feed-fbApple usually makes money from selling you iPhones, iPads and other pieces of hardware — but those businesses aren't exactly growing. Growth, it turns out, is coming from Apple's non-hardware business, notably its services areas like Apple Music, the App Store and iCloud. SEE ALSO: Can Amazon compete? A look at the streaming music wars That's the main takeaway from Apple's … [Link]

Slashdot » The Phone Hackers At Cellebrite Have Had Their Firmware Leaked Online

Tuesday 25 October 20:40:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Motherboard: Cellebrite, an Israeli company that specializes in digital forensics, has dominated the market in helping law enforcement access mobile phones. But one apparent reseller of the company's products is publicly distributing copies of Cellebrite firmware and software for anyone to download. Although Cellebrite keeps it most sensitive capabilities in-house, the leak may … [Link]

Popular Science » What To Expect At Apple's October 27 Event

Tuesday 25 October 20:38:01 UTC 2016

Gadgets The new MacBook will have a magic toolbar, leaks show If you just bought a Macbook, you're not going to be happy… [Link]

Mashable » Xiaomi is finally stepping out of Apple and Samsung's shadows

Tuesday 25 October 20:20:44 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259229%2fphoneFeed-tw Feed-fbPretty much all smartphones now resemble iPhones. But in the future, all phones might look like Xiaomi's newly announced Mi Mix concept phone, which will be available in China starting next month. The Mi Mix is garnering attention not because it's designed by renowned French designer Philippe Starck or the fact that it'll only cost about $520, but because it's a … [Link]

Popular Science » When Things Go Wrong In The Kitchen

Tuesday 25 October 20:20:10 UTC 2016

Science The science of fixing culinary disasters Cooking isn’t rocket science. It’s way more complicated… [Link]

Mashable » 'Walking Dead' star Andrew Lincoln on latest victim: 'More than any other death, the loss is seismic'

Tuesday 25 October 20:19:13 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259698%2fwalking_dead_rickFeed-tw Feed-fbThis interview contains spoilers for The Walking Dead Season 7 premiere. The dust has settled from the season premiere of The Walking Dead, which saw Abraham (Michael Cudlitz) and Glenn (Steven Yeun) brutally beaten to death by Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) in the most harrowing and disturbing episode in the show's history. Some fans are threatening to quit watching in response … [Link]

Mashable » Zayn is very inspired and a little weirded out by your fan fiction

Tuesday 25 October 20:12:22 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259604%2f763c8b5a02984893873f71f29edf687fFeed-tw Feed-fbKnow your audience.  Zayn Malik published the latest preview of his forthcoming autobiography, Zayn, on the best of all possible places — fan fiction hub, Wattpad.   Fans have spent over 17 million minutes reading stories about Zayn since 2015, including "She is My Slave" written from Malik's perspective and "The Nanny," in which a girl named Abigale tries to pay … [Link]

Slashdot » It Looks Like Apple is Killing the Physical Esc and Power Keys On New MacBook Pro

Tuesday 25 October 20:00:00 UTC 2016

Curious minds on the internet have uncovered an image file on their Mac, which was added by Apple in the latest macOS update. The image reveals a new laptop that fully fits the description of rumored MacBook Pro, which Apple is expected to launch on October 27. The laptop in the picture has what seems like a "contextual" OLED display … [Link]

Mashable » Ross Marquand takes Halloween costuming to a whole new level

Tuesday 25 October 20:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25536%2fpower_loader_thumb_jwFeed-tw Feed-fbIt happens to only the most spirited. Ross Marquand, best known for his role as Aaron on The Walking Dead, stops by to try on our homemade power loader suit. Subscribe to Mashable Watercooler on YouTube for new episodes. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Homemade, Homemade Costume, Diy, and Diy Costume [Link]

Mashable » AT&T rakes in cash by selling spy service to law enforcement

Tuesday 25 October 19:53:25 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259487%2fb43cd66130b64604bd483678964f91dcFeed-tw Feed-fbAT&T is cashing in on what it knows about you by selling spying services to law enforcement.  Documents revealed by The Daily Beast on Tuesday show the telecommunications company developed a program called Hemisphere that mines cellphone data and call records and is accessible to law enforcement departments across the United States.  SEE ALSO: Police use facial recognition much more than … [Link]

Mashable » 'Overwatch' heads to Vegas with $100,000 MLG tournament

Tuesday 25 October 19:53:11 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25678%2fmlgvegasbabyFeed-tw Feed-fb One of the year's last big Overwatch tournaments is going down in Sin City. MLG Vegas will host a $100,000 invitational December Overwatch tournament in the gambling capital along with a $100,000 open Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare tournament to kick off the 2017 World League season. Eight Overwatch teams will be invited to compete against each other Dec. 16-18 … [Link]

Mashable » Apple just accidentally confirmed a major new MacBook Pro feature

Tuesday 25 October 19:44:49 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259692%2fb4732c1c2cd14fdeabb0dfde9355d3b7Feed-tw Feed-fbWell, it's just about official: A new MacBook Pro is coming. And it will contain a Touch ID fingerprint sensor packed into a "Magic Toolbar" that's been rumored for weeks. A new update to macOS Sierra contains an image of a new MacBook Pro, MacRumors reported Tuesday. It shows a device with speakers next to the keyboard and a touch panel … [Link]

Mashable » Justin Lin to produce 'Knight Rider' digital reboot

Tuesday 25 October 19:37:07 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259654%2fknight-rider1-700x300Feed-tw Feed-fbLOS ANGELES — NBC's '80s series Knight Rider is getting a digital reboot. Machinima, the digital studio focused on fandom and gamer culture, announced  Tuesday that it has partnered with Justin Lin's online brand YOMYOMF and NBCUniversal Brand Development to produce a new digital series. The reboot is "in active development for a potential 2017 launch date," according to the news … [Link]

Mashable » Michael Myers slashes away in an 8-bit version of 'Halloween'

Tuesday 25 October 19:36:27 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25683%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_11.58.55_amFeed-tw Feed-fb Michael Myers challenges you to a slasher fight in this new 8-bit cinema. 8-bit Cinema "gamifies" your favorite Hollywood blockbusters into '80s arcade and NES-inspired action.  Check out our CineFix YouTube channel for more videos:http://bit.ly/2aeiCXJ  Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25544%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-24_at_3.02.35_pmRoss Marquand of 'The Walking Dead' takes Halloween a little too seriously Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25669%2fbcf113efa82d415cb6950029db43da37Carving a pumpkin using a water jet cutter is simply mesmerizing Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25583%2fricky_gervais_jimmy_fallonRicky Gervais hilariously answers deeply … [Link]

Mashable » Emma Watson really wishes she could vote in the U.S. elections

Tuesday 25 October 19:31:33 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259556%2ffd96b7c379014e1ea723a61cc8f26b82Feed-tw Feed-fbWe are two weeks from the election day and Emma Watson can't vote in America, but she really, really wants you to head to the polls. The British actress posted a letter on Twitter called upon her American fans to disregard personal beliefs about "disillusioning" idea of politics and consider that the outcome of November's election will have "ripple effects around … [Link]

Mashable » Makeup cake gives dessert an Instagram-ready makeover

Tuesday 25 October 19:29:01 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25677%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_2.34.32_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbYour makeup isn't supposed to be cakey, but your cake can be makeup-y. Makeup cakes are the latest artful baking trend to captivate the internet. And thanks to some generous coats of fondant, many of them look more like beauty products than baked goods. SEE ALSO: Channel your inner spider with a Halloween cobweb cake A photo posted by Andressa Luiza … [Link]

Mashable » Hit Korean movie 'Sunny' getting U.S. remake from producer Brett Ratner (Exclusive)

Tuesday 25 October 19:25:23 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259647%2f6ad7dcdbb9e345f0b068414d0b582144Feed-tw Feed-fbBrett Ratner's company RatPac Entertainment and fellow producer/financier CJ Entertainment have hired Heather Hach (What to Expect When You're Expecting) to write an English-language remake of the hit 2011 South Korean dramedy Sunny, Mashable has exclusively learned. Written and directed by Kang Hyeong-cheol, the original Sunny follows a middle-aged woman who tries to fulfill her friend's dying wish of reuniting their … [Link]

Mashable » Comedy writer penned a perfect response to his son's permission slip

Tuesday 25 October 19:22:27 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25610%2ff893af7683c6408fbfa6571a43f22732Feed-tw Feed-fbIf one of your students is a comedy writer's kid, expect nothing less than mild public humiliation should you screw up. When The Daily Show writer Daniel Radosh's son Milo came home with a permission slip requiring parental consent to read Fahrenheit 451, Radosh sent back a note highlighting the absurdity of such a request. SEE ALSO: #GiveMoreThanTrump: Comedy writer calls … [Link]

Slashdot » AT&T CEO: DirecTV Now Streaming Service Will Cost $35 a Month

Tuesday 25 October 19:20:00 UTC 2016

AT&T's upcoming DirecTV Now streaming service is going to cost $35 a month, AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson said during a panel at the Wall Street Journal's WSJD Live conference. The package wlll include over 100 channels, he added. From a Variety report: This price point is a significant departure from the company's previous stance, when it suggested that it would … [Link]

Mashable » 'Harry Potter' birthday party is way more intricate than you'd expect

Tuesday 25 October 19:04:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259553%2f9f939e57eb9345c5a9eec335a72295e6Feed-tw Feed-fbHarry Potter may have come out 19 years ago, but this party was 29 years in the making. Liz Edmonds, a.k.an3rdychik on Imgur, shared photos of her intricate Harry Potter-themed 29th birthday party, complete with, well, way more Wizarding World references than you are expecting. SEE ALSO: Photos of magical night buses could be proof of a parallel wizarding universe The … [Link]

Mashable » 97-year-old grandpa is living his dream of seeing the Cubs in the World Series

Tuesday 25 October 19:00:57 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259557%2fcubs-thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbDie-hard Chicago Cubs fan and 97-year-old Jim Schlegel still has his ticket stubs from Games 6 and 7 of the 1945 World Series. So when his granddaughter Helen Schlegel found out the Cubs were heading to the World Series for the first time in 71 years, she knew the biggest Cubs fan in her life had to be there to witness … [Link]

Mashable » The Weather Company enters the chatbot game for Facebook Messenger

Tuesday 25 October 19:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259576%2fibmtwcwatsonbotFeed-tw Feed-fbWhen IBM bought The Weather Channel for $2 billion in 2015, analysts were fairly uniform in their responses: What are they thinking? Now, IBM is beginning to make clear how it is using this vast amount of weather and climate data that the company has collected for years on a second-by-second, worldwide basis.  On Tuesday, IBM announced that The Weather Channel … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: Alexa Amazon Lists, Lionbridge, eSignatures.io

Tuesday 25 October 18:59:33 UTC 2016

Every day, the ProgrammableWeb team is busy, updating its three primary directories for APIs, clients (language-specific libraries or SDKs for consuming or providing APIs), and source code samples. [Link]

Mashable » Kim Kardashian settled her lawsuit against MediaTakeOut for saying she faked the Paris robbery

Tuesday 25 October 18:59:21 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259318%2f52c656c2d082453baf1781c32c2061d2Feed-tw Feed-fbThe internet is Kim Kardashian West's domain, so tread carefully, as MediaTakeout learned the hard way. Kardashian West sued the gossip website for publishing articles that suggested she staged the robbery in Paris as a publicity stunt or insurance fraud scheme.  Now, following an apology and retraction from MediaTakeOut, Kardashian West has settled the lawsuit, a representative for the social media … [Link]

Mashable » Moving film calls for the protection of the 'I' in LGBTIQ

Tuesday 25 October 18:41:22 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25609%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb LONDON — The United Nations (UN) has released a film calling for the protection of intersex children and support for the "I" in LGBTIQ.  SEE ALSO: Tired of passport discrimination, some intersex people are fighting back Intersex people are born with "a reproductive or sexual anatomy that doesn’t seem to fit the typical definitions of female or male," according to … [Link]

Slashdot » Snapchat, Skype Put Users' 'Human Rights at Risk', Amnesty Int'l Reports

Tuesday 25 October 18:40:00 UTC 2016

Shanika Gunaratna, writing for CBS News: Snapchat and Skype are falling short in protecting users' privacy — a failure that puts users' "human rights at risk," according to a report by the organization Amnesty International. Snapchat and Skype received dismal grades in a new set of rankings released by Amnesty that specifically evaluate how popular messaging apps use encryption to … [Link]

Mashable » Activision-Blizzard CEO may have let slip news of an official 'Overwatch' league

Tuesday 25 October 18:37:45 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258174%2fd7af3e90c2ae41a1a88c30a197375928Feed-tw Feed-fbLOS ANGELES — A pro Overwatch league has been confirmed, but it may not have been done on purpose — Activision-Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick seemed to offhandedly mention the new venture during a speech about the growing popularity of esports. Intentional or not, at least we know we're getting one.  SEE ALSO: 'Overwatch' player's lewd comment toward interviewer costs team prize … [Link]

Mashable » FaceTime away: Doctors ease screen time limits for children

Tuesday 25 October 18:35:59 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259540%2f7b573e82ad914b8c8ec11a7af672383dFeed-tw Feed-fbSmartphones and tablets work a lot like pacifiers: Hand one to a fussy toddler, and he'll quickly quiet down, mesmerized by the colors and shapes moving across the screen. Pediatricians used to say those sweet bouts of screen-filled silence might ultimately do more harm than good in the long run. But the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has since softened its … [Link]

Mashable » Donald Trump Jr. gets stuck behind the Wienermobile

Tuesday 25 October 18:34:53 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259499%2fap_16298553365228Feed-tw Feed-fbWhile stumping for his father in Maine, Donald Trump Jr. got stuck in some unusual traffic Tuesday. SEE ALSO: A proud Eric Trump poses with woman in a 'Latinas contra Trump' T-shirt He found himself at the back end of the Oscar Meyer Wienermobile — a promotional vehicle shaped in the likeness of a hot dog — and posted the results … [Link]

Mashable » Fullscreen Live launches new national tour feat. Ricky Dillon, Chachi Gonzales

Tuesday 25 October 18:31:31 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259577%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_11.13.51_amFeed-tw Feed-fbLOS ANGELES — Fullscreen is capitalizing on the popularity of lip synching. The digital entertainment company, based out of Playa Vista, announced Tuesday that it is launching a national tour called "Drop the Mic." The tour, which kicks off Nov. 28, will feature Internet stars Ricky Dillon, The Gabbie Show, Jack Baran, Chachi Gonzales and Andrew Lowe. The group of influencers … [Link]

Mashable » AT&T's upcoming internet-based TV service is huge — and a little pricey

Tuesday 25 October 18:20:07 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259579%2f2015_2f03_2f02_2f09_2fslingtv_thu.88473Feed-tw Feed-fbGet ready, cord cutters: The biggest online TV package is launching soon. AT&T is going to offer a near-complete version of its usual cable and satellite TV bundle through the internet with more than 100 channels on offer, the company's CEO announced on Tuesday. It won't come cheap. The service is going to cost $35 per month, making it pricer than, … [Link]

Mashable » Fans are freaking out about the 'Gilmore Girls' trailer

Tuesday 25 October 18:14:15 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259429%2f039_gilmoregirls_101_sum_03265r3Feed-tw Feed-fbIt’s almost time to go back to Stars Hollow, and Netflix releasing the Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life trailer just made the looming premiere date of Nov. 25 feel tangible at last. For Gilmore fans new and old, the trailer feels like early Christmas — or more aptly, Thanksgiving. SEE ALSO: 10 'Gilmore Girls' trailer moments we need to … [Link]

Mashable » Flying 'Harry Potter' brooms come to 'Destiny' for Halloween

Tuesday 25 October 18:02:06 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25643%2f6b63166df760434a8909765cd89d959dFeed-tw Feed-fb Hoverbikes are cool, but flying brooms are cooler. Destiny's 2016 edition of the Halloween event, Festival of the Lost, is officially underway and it features a sweet, little nod to Harry Potter (and also witches). There's a "Lost Broom" in the game that can be equipped in your Sparrow slot. SEE ALSO: 'Destiny' Halloween event finally puts your raisins to … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Microsoft Strands Developers As It Kills Off Its Fitness Band SDK

Tuesday 25 October 18:01:59 UTC 2016

Recently, Microsoft discontinued the Microsoft Band SDK, and removed Microsoft Band from its online store. "Band" (as the fitness band was known) was Microsoft's entry into the fitness wearables market, and the entire product stack consisted of the following pieces: [Link]

Mashable » Carving a pumpkin using a water jet cutter is simply mesmerizing

Tuesday 25 October 18:01:48 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25669%2fbcf113efa82d415cb6950029db43da37Feed-tw Feed-fb The YouTube trend of crushing things with a hydraulic press  was huge in 2016, but now it's time for a less destructive, yet still mesmerizing machine. Thankfully, the Waterjet Channel is here to fill the void. The channel recently "carved" a picture-perfect pumpkin, using a 60,000 psi water jet cutter. While this may take some of the fun out of … [Link]

Slashdot » AT&T Is Spying on Americans For Profit, New Documents Reveal

Tuesday 25 October 18:00:00 UTC 2016

AT&T has been secretly spying on its own customers, the Daily Beast reports. The revelation comes days after the top carrier announced plans to purchase Time Warner. The report claims that AT&T ran a program called Project Hemisphere through which it analyzed cellular data from the company's call records to determine where a given individual is located and with whom … [Link]

Popular Science » Cooking With Seaweed

Tuesday 25 October 17:56:15 UTC 2016

Seaweed Pancakes From Our Blogs: Nexus Media News Two recipes from a new book Seaweed can be part of the solution to global warming while helping people navigate the near-term effects. Theses recipes will be the perfect introduction. [Link]

Mashable » Dude notices a stranger's Tinder photo was taken in his bathroom

Tuesday 25 October 17:47:38 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25647%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_12.29.00_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbBuckle up for this romantic saga.  West Virginia college student Mark Kowalczyk was browsing Tinder last week when he noticed one woman's profile photo seemed to have been taken in his bathroom. Kowalczyk had never met the girl in his life. SEE ALSO: Awesome single lady on Tinder is coming to steal your organs i've never see this girl before and … [Link]

Mashable » How 15 million girls are still subject to child marriage every year

Tuesday 25 October 17:39:11 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25619%2fsite_2Feed-tw Feed-fbMangal and Shital Waikar are working with the human rights organization MASUM to change viewpoints on early marriage traditions in India, which is home to one-third of the world's child marriages. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Cultures, Tradition, Social Good, and American Jewish World Service [Link]

Mashable » One of Rihanna's backup dancers is missing

Tuesday 25 October 17:38:24 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259302%2frihannaquirgleyFeed-tw Feed-fbShirlene Quigley's danced right alongside music royalty like Rihanna, Missy Elliott, Beyoncé and more—and now some of those same artists are rallying support on social media to locate the missing backup dancer.  According to reports, the 32-year-old New Jersey native was last seen at 1 a.m. on Sunday at Port Authority, a transportation hub near Times Square in New York City.  … [Link]

Mashable » Here's how you need to prank your kids this Halloween

Tuesday 25 October 17:36:47 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25658%2fcvka_m2wiaa6txtFeed-tw Feed-fbNow that Halloween is just days away, it's time to line up your last-minute costumes, candy, tricks and, of course, treats.  Many parents take advantage of the spooky festivities, and use the holiday as an opportunity to prank their kids. Don't feel too bad — just think about how much candy you're allowing them to eat. If you're fresh out of … [Link]

Popular Science » An Underground Oasis

Tuesday 25 October 17:30:33 UTC 2016

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Mashable » Want to get a weird reaction? Put a pineapple in front of someone's face

Tuesday 25 October 17:23:44 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25646%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_5.07.37_pmFeed-tw Feed-fb Meeting strangers for the first time can be kind of an ordeal for many people. So here's a quick way to get around the anxiety of the encounter: Pineapples. The beauty of it all has been documented in a YouTube series called "Power of the Pineapple." in which an unidentified person puts the fruit in front of people's faces, then … [Link]

Slashdot » Samsung is Hoping To Rekindle Note Brand Name Next Year

Tuesday 25 October 17:20:00 UTC 2016

Samsung is stepping up its brand damage limitation efforts in the wake of the flaming battery disaster of the Galaxy Note 7 smartphone by offering owners of the recalled device in South Korea the ability to upgrade to a Galaxy S8 or Note 8 device next year if they trade in their Note 7 for a Galaxy S7 now. TechCrunch … [Link]

Mashable » Intense 360° video takes you for a quick jaunt to Mars

Tuesday 25 October 17:17:54 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25616%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_11.22.52_amFeed-tw Feed-fb Have you ever wondered what it would be like to set foot on the red planet? Of course you have.  Today's your lucky day: A new 360° video brings viewers along for some high-flying Martian action, giving a bumpy glimpse of what it would look like if one were to land on Mars. In the video, an astronaut aboard the … [Link]

Mashable » Undermined by warm water, Antarctic glacier lost 1,607 feet of ice in under 10 years

Tuesday 25 October 17:17:54 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259367%2fantarcticglacierthumbFeed-tw Feed-fbA subversive influx of mild, dense salt water is undermining the vast ice shelves of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet, and threatening to destabilize the entire region, thereby raising sea levels worldwide by at least four, and possibly as much as 15 feet. A new study, published Tuesday in the journal Nature Communications, found that three glaciers that are part of … [Link]

Mashable » The story of Otto, the creator of Uber's self-driving truck

Tuesday 25 October 17:17:52 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259397%2fb0af3705534f45548000b1c71a2b0c78Feed-tw Feed-fbEarlier Tuesday, Uber announced the first successful run of one of its self-driving freight trucks, developed by San Francisco-based company Otto. It's the latest stage in a meteoric 2016 for the self-driving startup. SEE ALSO: Uber-owned, self-driving freight truck debuts with a beer run The truck, designed by Otto, successfully completed a 120-mile journey between Fort Collins, Colorado and Colorado Springs, … [Link]

Mashable » Two dudes get super pumped when they see a semi-truck running from police

Tuesday 25 October 17:10:48 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25645%2fd24c2dff8aa74a79afc2de2da3e63803Feed-tw Feed-fb Dude. Holy sh*t, dude. The strangest things can bring some people joy, such as these two dudes who witnessed a semi-truck attempting to evade police on an Indiana highway earlier this month.  According to these bros, they were driving along Indianapolis Boulevard in Hammond, Indiana, on Oct. 3, when they noticed a semi-truck speeding behind them. Like any good dude, … [Link]

Mashable » Ross Marquand of 'The Walking Dead' takes Halloween a little too seriously

Tuesday 25 October 17:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25544%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-24_at_3.02.35_pmFeed-tw Feed-fb Ross Marquand, who plays Aaron on The Walking Dead, suits up in our DIY Aliens power loader costume for a day at the office. When no one is as excited for Halloween as he is, he finds encouragement from an unexpected source.  Subscribe to Mashable Watercooler on YouTube for new episodes. Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25645%2fd24c2dff8aa74a79afc2de2da3e63803Two dudes get super pumped when they see a semi-truck … [Link]

Mashable » Dude accidentally punches himself in the face in a prank strength test

Tuesday 25 October 16:59:09 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25642%2f9929a55162c6422ea995e4ed1f7e732fFeed-tw Feed-fb This dude thought he wasn't strong enough to pass a strength test. It turned out he actually was strong enough – but not in the way he was expecting. The moral of this video: only play this prank on your friends if they don't bruise easily…and if they're very understanding. Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25544%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-24_at_3.02.35_pmRoss Marquand of 'The Walking Dead' takes Halloween a little too … [Link]

Mashable » Chocolate butter is a Willy Wonka fantasy come true

Tuesday 25 October 16:47:13 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259168%2fchocolatebutterFeed-tw Feed-fbYou thought Nutella and sprinkles had the "fun bread topping" market cornered. You were delightfully wrong.  Presenting…*drum roll*…chocolate butter.  A video posted by Lewis Road Creamery (@lewisroadcreamery) on Oct 21, 2016 at 6:57pm PDT SEE ALSO: 6 toast toppings to electrify your boring bread This creation comes straight out of New Zealand's Lewis Road Creamery. The company's ingenious creation is made … [Link]

Mashable » Obama laughs 'most of the time' Trump is on the debate stage

Tuesday 25 October 16:45:57 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25659%2fsite_thumbFeed-tw Feed-fbOn Jimmy Kimmel Live!, President Obama admitted that he cannot help but laugh when Republican nominee Donald Trump is on the debate stage. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Trump, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Donald Trump, and Presidential Elections [Link]

Slashdot » Uber's Self-Driving Truck Went on a 120-Mile Beer Run To Make History

Tuesday 25 October 16:40:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes: In the arms race to build self-driving vehicles, Uber-owned Otto just reached a landmark milestone by completing the first-ever commercial cargo run for a self-driving truck. On October 20, the self-driving truck left Fort Collins, Colorado at 1 a.m. and drove itself 120 miles on I-25 to Colorado Springs. The driver, who has to be there … [Link]

Mashable » New study shows why you think LaCroix quenches your thirst more than tap water

Tuesday 25 October 16:33:38 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259047%2flacroixFeed-tw Feed-fbIf you've tried time and time again to quit your seltzer habit, you might as well give up the ghost.  It's not your fault that you're obsessed with it. You probably think it actually quenches thirst better, according to an industry-backed study published in Science Daily. SEE ALSO: This website allows you to make the La Croix flavor of your dreams … [Link]

Mashable » You'll soon be able to take online journalism courses on Facebook

Tuesday 25 October 16:28:25 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259018%2ffbFeed-tw Feed-fbThe days of using Facebook to procrastinate could soon be behind you. In a blog post on Tuesday morning, Aine Kerr, Manager of Journalism Partnerships for Facebook announced that the social network is launching a series of online training courses for journalists. What will the courses focus on? Well, as Facebook continues to make inroads in the media industry, the company … [Link]

Mashable » You are definitely not alone in being worn out by this election

Tuesday 25 October 16:26:32 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259304%2fgettyimages-615782492Feed-tw Feed-fbYou’re not the only one sick of seeing posts about Trump on Facebook.  More than one-third of social media users are worn out by seeing political posts in their feeds, according to a new report from Pew Research Center. Somehow, twenty percent of those polled liked seeing political posts, and 41 percent didn't feel strongly one way or the other.  SEE … [Link]

Mashable » It's official: This is the best political ad of 2016

Tuesday 25 October 16:22:12 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25638%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_1.23.32_pmFeed-tw Feed-fb For most of the 2016 election, there has been no light, only darkness. This political ad is a wonderful exception to the severely depressing trend. Gerald Daugherty, a Republican from Texas, is seeking to be reelected as Travis County Commissioner. As the ad and his wife's raised eyebrows show, he's committed to the job, at the cost of alienating everyone … [Link]

Mashable » Hero Orlando Bloom rescued a wounded dog

Tuesday 25 October 16:15:28 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25518%2fcc15ce204a374900807db6730a179571Feed-tw Feed-fbNaked paddle boarder Orlando Bloom has won our hearts again with his affinity for animals in need of rescue. While filming Smart Chase: Fire & Earth in Shanghai, Bloom rescued a dog with an open wound on its back, an adventure he documented on his Instagram story, Yahoo News reported.  SEE ALSO: Paddleboarding enthusiast Orlando Bloom finally made his Instagram public … [Link]

Mashable » Fnatic is skipping ESL 'CS:GO' Pro League and bringing back an MVP

Tuesday 25 October 16:15:28 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259211%2f81fdff2a908e44579cff835273f98bbeFeed-tw Feed-fbFnatic’s Counter-Strike: Global Offensive team has had a tumultuous year, but it looks like they're trying to smooth things out as 2017 (and the next Major) approaches. After trading away three players to fellow Swedish team Godsent in August, Fnatic is bringing back Freddy "Krimz" Johansson and saying goodbye to Jonas "Lekr0" Olofsson. Not only that, Fnatic has decided to pass … [Link]

Mashable » Amsterdam airport expertly trolls Heathrow with this sweet delivery

Tuesday 25 October 16:14:51 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259154%2fheathrowFeed-tw Feed-fbAmsterdam’s Schiphol airport is trolling London's Heathrow — which just received the greenlight from the government to build a third runway — with the promise of a cake delivery.  SEE ALSO: Wi-Fi passwords from airports around the world in one brilliant map The Dutch hub has been taking advantage of the endless delays regarding airport expansion as limited capacity in the … [Link]

Mashable » 10 'Gilmore Girls' trailer moments we need to talk about right now

Tuesday 25 October 16:12:07 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259163%2fb5720ff673ba42259f69cf8fbee90289Feed-tw Feed-fbThe Gilmore Girls Netflix trailer is finally here and everyone is super fine and keeping very calm about it.  To prove how unbelievably chill we are about this, we broke the trailer down into its best screengrabs to obsessively overanalyze appropriately muse over what the show's latest iteration may bring. SEE ALSO: 'Gilmore Girls' just dropped an amazing trailer, so there … [Link]

Slashdot » Wi-Fi Alliance Begins Certification Process For Short-Range Wireless Standard WiGig (802.11ad)

Tuesday 25 October 16:00:00 UTC 2016

The stars have finally aligned for WiGig, an ultra-fast, short-range wireless network. The Wi-Fi Alliance has launched a certification process for WiGig products, which it claims, can go as fast as 8Gbps. The technology was first announced in 2009, and it is based on IEEE 802.11ad standard that is supported by many new products. CNET adds:That speed is good enough … [Link]

Mashable » Google Jamboard makes collaborative work feel like playtime

Tuesday 25 October 16:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258971%2fjamboard_3Feed-tw Feed-fbNow that the Pixel and Pixel XL have launched against the iPhone, Google's going after Microsoft's Surface Hub with Jamboard, its own collaborative digital whiteboard. The Jamboard makes it easier and more fun to collaborate with multiple teams on digital projects. Users simply write on the giant 55-inch touchscreen or organize media files on the display as if they were pinning … [Link]

Mashable » Barack Obama hates taking his shoes off at the airport, too

Tuesday 25 October 15:59:58 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259149%2fee980b71224f4794918fc0e5dd442db7Feed-tw Feed-fbBarack Obama is not only the president, but also a celeb, making his a staple of late-night talk shows. Obama visited Jimmy Kimmel Live last night to discuss the end of his presidency, his family, Donald Trump, how he wakes up in the morning, his feelings on metal detectors and more. SEE ALSO: Obama burns Trump during 'Mean Tweets' on Jimmy … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Material that shrinks in heat can weather extreme temperatures

Tuesday 25 October 15:55:34 UTC 2016

Using 3D printing, two materials that naturally expand when they warm up have been configured into a composite that contracts instead as the thermometer rises [Link]

Popular Science » From Seaweed Spaghetti To ‘Weed Cookies

Tuesday 25 October 15:52:08 UTC 2016

Seaweed From Our Blogs: Nexus Media News With the right recipes, seaweed can feed the world Seaweed is an acquired taste, but rich in nutrients and cheap to produce, it could replace carbon-intensive foods on menus everywhere. [Link]

Mashable » Fat bear enjoying a nice back scratch caught on trail cam

Tuesday 25 October 15:50:50 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25623%2fde9699024ac441648fdb15d912401888Feed-tw Feed-fbHumans have backscratchers, but bears have all the trees in the forest.  Packing some extra pounds to get through the winter, a chubby black bear was spotted on a nature cam near Okanogan, Washington.  "This fat bear is about ready for hibernation but got in one more back-scratching session in," the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife wrote on its Facebook … [Link]

Mashable » 4 things retailers don't want you to know about Black Friday

Tuesday 25 October 15:47:56 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259248%2fap_427271755446Feed-tw Feed-fbLike the arrival of Santa’s sleigh on Christmas Eve, each year retailers deliver a host of deals, discounts and freebies for shoppers as part of a highly anticipated shopping event called Black Friday, which falls on the day after Thanksgiving. Many of the deals are legitimate bargains, but others are nothing more than ordinary sales wrapped in shiny packaging. How can … [Link]

Mashable » Man's eloquent response to parking ticket is pretty damn clever

Tuesday 25 October 15:44:26 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259099%2f8386ae071f53441eb2f71ed000cba41cFeed-tw Feed-fbParking tickets. Who doesn't hate them? While most people shrug their shoulders and decide to just pay up, one Australian man has found a rather novel and hilarious way to fight a parking ticket issued to him.  SEE ALSO: 'The Bachelor' contestants find love on the show, but with each other Liam Jones in Perth, Australia, parked his vehicle at a … [Link]

Mashable » Restaurant offers free cheesesteak for life in exchange for Cubs tickets

Tuesday 25 October 15:42:07 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25632%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_10.47.40_amFeed-tw Feed-fbLove meat sandwiches but lukewarm on baseball? This might be the offer for you. Baby's Cheesesteak, a restaurant in Orland Park, Illinois, is offering free food for life — two cheesesteaks per day, to be exact — in exchange for two tickets to see the Cubs play the World Series at Wrigley Field. SEE ALSO: Hillary Clinton's excited face is every … [Link]

Mashable » Will Ferrell's Harry Caray returned to television to talk about the Cubs and Donald Trump

Tuesday 25 October 15:40:30 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25635%2ff7e038ae89ca4c90befcc7c51f6a6530Feed-tw Feed-fb The Cubs are in their first World Series in 71 years, so of course Will Ferrell's iconically insane Harry Caray made his return to television. Ferrell's Caray (who in reality was the longtime announcer for the Cubs) is in full form here, hilariously pushing baseball talk to the side in favor of ruminating about everything from Donald Trump to soft … [Link]

Mashable » 'Destiny' Halloween event finally puts your raisins to good use

Tuesday 25 October 15:35:11 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25628%2fmy_great_capture_screenshot_2016-10-25_10-54-14Feed-tw Feed-fb Eris Morn is the jerk that hands out raisins at Halloween, but Destiny fans got a surprise from her in the 2016 edition of the "Festival of the Lost" Halloween event: those raisins are good for somethingFinally. Even better, Eris' "Box of Raisins" Halloween treat ties into a mystery that Destiny players have been wondering about since Year 1. Finally, … [Link]

Mashable » Instagram challenge: Share your biggest passions

Tuesday 25 October 15:30:24 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f254371%2fsleep_innovationsFeed-tw Feed-fbPassion ripples outward, so if you love what you do, share it and you might inspire others to do the same.    Our photo challenge, brought to you by Mashable and Sleep Innovations, is all about that. We want to see photographs, videos and Boomerangs that showcase the things that excite you and have helped you find your fit in life. … [Link]

Mashable » Delta creates a class higher than first class

Tuesday 25 October 15:28:19 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259201%2fap_545793582568Feed-tw Feed-fbLast year, Delta Air Lines Inc. unveiled a unique experiment in upgrades. It gave its very frequent flyers a chance to book a seat most can only dream of—on a private jet. For a few hundred dollars more, the dream could become reality. The carrier later backed away from the offer and is now transforming it into the ultimate frequent flier … [Link]

Slashdot » Curious Tilt of the Sun Traced To Undiscovered Planet

Tuesday 25 October 15:20:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes: Planet Nine – the undiscovered planet at the edge of the solar system that was predicted by the work of Caltech's Konstantin Batygin and Mike Brown in January 2016 — appears to be responsible for the unusual tilt of the Sun, according to a new study. The large and distant planet may be adding a wobble … [Link]

Mashable » Uber is giving out free flu shots

Tuesday 25 October 15:12:24 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259061%2fgettyimages-460993841Feed-tw Feed-fbIf you've been procrastinating getting a flu shot this season, today's a good day to order an Uber.  The ride-hailing company will give free flu shots to customers who order the option through a health section in the Uber app on Tuesday. One Uber for Health order can vaccinate up to five people.  Nurses with Passport Health, a travel medicine and … [Link]

Mashable » Father turns son's cute drawings into terrifying reality

Tuesday 25 October 15:11:16 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25531%2fd5d88b983d834b1387324b30cc9ae0a1Feed-tw Feed-fbThe line between cute and terrifying is sometimes a tough one to toe. This father, who creates real life versions of his 6-year-old son Dom's drawings, knows it all too well. From zoo animals to cars to portraits, Dom's father has fulfilled the reality of a 6-year-old's imagination and, while it's kind of cute, it's also terrifying. And he's been kind … [Link]

Mashable » The 7 devices in your home that could be used for next DDoS attack

Tuesday 25 October 15:03:58 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259190%2f1151f3cf150e425eb228d598e886ace3Feed-tw Feed-fbMore than 10 million devices hooked up to the internet of things were hacked in a Friday attack that slowed a huge swath of the internet to a crawl.  The next time that happens, your device could be one of them (if it wasn't already).      &#160~ SEE ALSO: More than 10 million devices helped take down the internet on Friday Research … [Link]

Mashable » 'Gilmore Girls' just dropped an amazing trailer, so there goes the rest of your day

Tuesday 25 October 15:01:50 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259298%2fcvn0dtzxyaa4da1Feed-tw Feed-fbGet ready to run around your office like Kirk runs around Stars Hollow: the Gilmore Girls trailer is finally here.  SEE ALSO: 'Gilmore Girls' costumer reveals unbreakable set dress code The trailer is our first extended look at the girls, and it does not disappoint. We've got Batfleck jokes, Emily in a T-shirt (!), a wall-size portrait of Richard and more. … [Link]

Popular Science » A Driveable Supercar

Tuesday 25 October 15:00:16 UTC 2016

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Mashable » Twitter must be saved

Tuesday 25 October 14:56:47 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258954%2f6690b5d91e8447238e193b76aac1bfbdFeed-tw Feed-fbAs Twitter’s problems continue to multiply, I’m faced with the discomforting possibility that the entire enterprise might implode like a gargantuan chewing gum bubble. SEE ALSO: The saga of Twitter's potential acquisition, explained via its year-old Moments feature It started off satisfying and tasty — to carry the metaphor forward a bit — with enough elasticity to encompass a wide array … [Link]

Mashable » Australia sweetens deal for backpackers looking for a working holiday

Tuesday 25 October 14:50:31 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258921%2f400fc183d7ec4d10a340109b9b2e74c7Feed-tw Feed-fbIf all this talk of a "hard" Brexit has got you down, perhaps a saunter Down Under might just be what you need? Australia's government has tweaked the rules around visiting the country in the hope of attracting more working holiday makers.  The cost of visas have been reduced and income tax rates lowered, as part of a campaign launched on … [Link]

Mashable » Watch Lego celebrate drifting

Tuesday 25 October 14:48:09 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25618%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb Lego is celebrating drifting by having its Technic Getaway Racer star in a heartwarming little narrative about racing. The little car's dream gets cut short though, when the lights come on in the little mechanic shop where it lives. See the adorable tribute to performance cars above.  Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25608%2f1bcddbd83d4847a8b8e4fbfe525c7708Teen crowd screaming about yo-yo tricks had to be quieted by security Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25605%2fsddefaultSamantha Bee is … [Link]

Mashable » A sloth Photoshop battle is the only thing better than a sloth

Tuesday 25 October 14:47:33 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259024%2fsloth1Feed-tw Feed-fbBaby sloths don't need photoshop to look beautiful — they are perfect as they are. Still, r/photoshopbattles can do photoshop magic, even for creatures that came straight from heaven. Take this recent photoshop battle, featuring an ebullient baby sloth, who couldn't be more thrilled than to hang out on a rail and smile at you. Yes you! It didn't need to … [Link]

Mashable » 'Gilmore Girls' costumer reveals unbreakable set dress code

Tuesday 25 October 14:43:07 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259075%2fla-photo-gilmore-girls-20151019Feed-tw Feed-fbSay what you will about early 2000s fashion, but Gilmore Girls always had a distinct and unreplicatable look. But because it's a TV show, that effortless turn-of-the-century chic is meticulously chosen, and for that there need to be some rules. SEE ALSO: The 'Gilmore Girls' cast is talking about favorite memories in adorable featurette At the Gilmore Girls fan festival over … [Link]

Slashdot » Global CO2 Concentration Passes Threshold of 400 ppm — and That's Bad for the Climate

Tuesday 25 October 14:40:00 UTC 2016

The average concentration of CO2 in the atmosphere hit the symbolic level of 400 parts per million (ppm) for the first time in 2015 and has continued to surge in 2016, according to the World Meteorological Organization. From a report on Time:Scientists say humans may need to take some carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere to stop global warming. The … [Link]

Popular Science » These Musical Instruments Play With Fire

Tuesday 25 October 14:33:16 UTC 2016

DIY Pyrotechnic projects from DIYers Three fiery musical instruments built by DIYers. [Link]

Mashable » Teen crowd screaming about yo-yo tricks had to be quieted by security

Tuesday 25 October 14:32:37 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25608%2f1bcddbd83d4847a8b8e4fbfe525c7708Feed-tw Feed-fb It is amazing when a group of people come together in support of something greater than themselves. Sometimes it's a walkathon for charity, other times it's brunch.  But it's few and far between that a group will unite over their fantastic appreciation of their peer's yo-yo skills. Behold, for this video is just that. Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25605%2fsddefaultSamantha Bee is done with the 'Hindenberg … [Link]

Mashable » Wonderful chipmunk can't decide whether it wants in or out of its food

Tuesday 25 October 14:28:09 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25603%2fd4ead3e7007d4ed5a81d1c881f84ebd0Feed-tw Feed-fbThis chipmunk playing hide and seek looks a lot like us, looking for the weekend. "Saturday? Nope." "Saturday? Nope." SEE ALSO: 17 squirrels that will eat your jack-o'-lantern Watch him adorably bounce in and out of his brown bag below. Soon, it will be the weekend and you can sleep in your food all day long. BONUS: Harry Potter but with … [Link]

Mashable » Berlin police post creepy pictures to warn about creepy clowns

Tuesday 25 October 14:23:24 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258882%2fclown_scare-1Feed-tw Feed-fbAfter spreading to the US, UK and Australia, the clown craze has now reached Germany, just in time for Halloween.  SEE ALSO: Professional clowns are not happy about the 'creepy clowns' craze There have been episodes involving clowns in Berlin, Rostock, Greifswald and Wesel.  Local police have taken a distinctive approach to dealing with the incidents.  Authorities in Berlin have posted … [Link]

Mashable » BlackBerry launches a 5.5-inch Android phone, the DTEK60

Tuesday 25 October 14:19:58 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f259017%2fblackberryFeed-tw Feed-fbIf you read our article from September, titled "BlackBerry gives up on building phones," you're likely confused. If the company isn't building phones anymore, how come it just launched a new Android smartphone, the DTEK60? This is because BlackBerry, even though it heavily refocused toward software, has not entirely given up on selling phones, so a Chinese company called TCL is … [Link]

Mashable » Why Apple's big MacBook reveal will feel so damn boring

Tuesday 25 October 14:19:20 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f257817%2ff9d40780c073463389cd5ff4d79c18e6Feed-tw Feed-fbApple updates its iPhones and iPads like clockwork, but it's been a little while since we got a fresh crop of MacBooks — you know, those clamshell things with physical keyboards that you can plug a mouse into for hyper-efficient Microsoft Word-ing. The tech corp will hold a media event Thursday, where it's expected to unveil a new line of laptops. … [Link]

Popular Science » A Personalized Nutrition Company Will Use Your DNA To Tell You What To Eat

Tuesday 25 October 14:15:00 UTC 2016

Health Is a diet based on your genome the future of nutrition? A new California-based company is working to get at the root cause of why it believes diets fail: None of them focus on the dieter’s unique genetic makeup. Habit, which… [Link]

Mashable » Photos of magical night buses could be proof of a parallel wizarding universe

Tuesday 25 October 14:11:27 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258838%2fnigelevanterman_03Feed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — To many Londoners, the night bus is an experience. One that sometimes features unexpected chats with fellow night bus riders, couples locked in passionate embraces, and the odd inebriated passenger on their way back from a night out.  SEE ALSO: Sorry, but you can NEVER have too much Harry Potter If you see the world through a Harry Potter-tinted … [Link]

Mashable » Give America what it deserves: Make election day a holiday

Tuesday 25 October 14:08:39 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25613%2fcropped_poll__1_Feed-tw Feed-fbOn Nov. 8, millions of Americans will head to their local precincts to vote in what has become the most contentious presidential election in decades. But millions more won’t even be able to cast a ballot.For a large swath of the American population, voting is as much an inconvenience as it is a right. Amid their work, school and personal schedules, … [Link]

Mashable » 10 reasons you should root for the Cubs even if you don't like baseball

Tuesday 25 October 14:07:57 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258665%2fap_432303298357Feed-tw Feed-fbPigs are flying over Chicago and Cleveland as the Cubs take on the Indians in the World Series on Tuesday.  If you're not from either city, which team should you choose? Casual fans usually pick the underdogs, but in this case, they've both played the lovable loser for decades.  SEE ALSO: Some kind Cubs fan please buy 90-year-old Dorothy Farrell a … [Link]

Popular Science » The Future of Medicine May Involve Music

Tuesday 25 October 14:00:00 UTC 2016

From Our Blogs: Under The Microscope Turning proteins into music compositions may one day help diagnostics. For decades, the link between music and biology has been explored. Now researchers have discovered how to use this information to better understand proteins. [Link]

Slashdot » Satya Nadella: 'We Clearly Missed the Mobile Phone'

Tuesday 25 October 14:00:00 UTC 2016

At the Wall Street Journal's WSJD Live conference, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella admitted that Microsoft has largely failed in making a dent in the mobile hardware business. Nadella, who took over the command of Microsoft from Steve Ballmer in February 2014, however added that the company is now focused on doing well in new categories and also building new categories. … [Link]

Mashable » Samantha Bee is done with the 'Hindenberg explosion' that is Trump's candidacy

Tuesday 25 October 13:59:12 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25605%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb The election train is pulling into the station, and only Samantha Bee can conduct it. Bee went on to slam television reporters who called Trump's performance in the third debate "decent," "the best 30 minutes he's had on policy" and referred to Wednesday as "sort of a normal debate." "Our media are so punch-drunk from the 16-month Hindenberg explosion of … [Link]

Mashable » Unlocking the mystery behind old-school illustrations popping up around New York

Tuesday 25 October 13:47:24 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25038%2fsearch-party-leadFeed-tw Feed-fbPaid Content by TBS Search Party is a dark comedy about five self-absorbed 20-somethings who become entangled in an ominous mystery when a former college acquaintance suddenly disappears. Binge the entire season starting Nov 21.When Dory — played by Alia Shawkat — sees a missing persons poster for a friend from college, she becomes obsessed with finding out what happened. Search Party, … [Link]

Mashable » Uber-owned, self-driving freight truck debuts with a beer run

Tuesday 25 October 13:30:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258987%2ftruckFeed-tw Feed-fbOnly in America would a technological breakthrough like self-driving freight trucks be used to deliver 2,000 cases of beer. SEE ALSO: Driverless cars, electric vehicles and mass transit could transform cities So raise a frosty glass: on Tuesday morning, the ride-share company announced that a self-driving truck, designed and built by Uber-owned Otto, completed a 120-mile trip between Fort Collins, Colorado … [Link]

Mashable » Here's how 'The Walking Dead' pulled off those chilling death scenes

Tuesday 25 October 13:24:03 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258492%2fwalking_dead_deaths_season_7Feed-tw Feed-fbThis post contains spoilers for The Walking Dead Season 7 premiere. Fans are still reeling from the loss of Glenn (Steven Yeun) and Abraham (Michael Cudlitz) in The Walking Dead's season premiere, but what's even more eye-popping (sorry) than the deaths themselves is the logistical wrangling that went into filming them.  On Sunday's Talking Dead, showrunner Scott Gimple admitted that the … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Massive botnet-powered web attack fuels need to step up defences

Tuesday 25 October 13:10:50 UTC 2016

A huge attack on cyberspace involving hundreds of thousands of internet devices brought down parts of the web this weekend. Can we stop it happening again? [Link]

Popular Science » This Fish Burrows Up A Sea Cucumber's Anus For Safety (And Food)

Tuesday 25 October 13:00:06 UTC 2016

pearlfish Animals An excerpt from a new book about absurd creatures Matt Simon just finished writing a book compiling all of the grossest, funniest, and most fascinating critters out there. [Link]

Slashdot » Latest WikiLeaks Reveal Suggests Facebook Is Too Close For Comfort With Clinton

Tuesday 25 October 13:00:00 UTC 2016

MojoKid writes: As we quickly approach the November 8th elections, email leaks from the Clinton camp continue to loom over the presidential candidate. The latest data dump from WikiLeaks shines a light on emails between Hillary Clinton's campaign manager, John Podesta and Facebook Chief Operating Officer, Sheryl Sandberg. In one email exchange, dated June 6th, 2015, Sandberg expresses her desire … [Link]

Mashable » If Cleveland sports can experience a year like this, then anything is possible in your life, too

Tuesday 25 October 12:51:34 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258573%2f509a5a59e1e9404c9514ca19b18671abFeed-tw Feed-fbThe NBA champion Cleveland Cavaliers changed the time of their previously scheduled ring ceremony Tuesday night so that Clevelanders could also watch their hometown Indians play in the opening game of the 2016 World Series that very same evening.  Telling of such a scenario would typically have you passed off as a try-hard jokester, over-served bar patron or delusional Ohio sports … [Link]

Mashable » Xiaomi's announces Mi VR headset with remote control

Tuesday 25 October 12:47:23 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258917%2f134954s99m6fymg9z99jmjFeed-tw Feed-fbXiaomi has a new low-cost virtual reality headset, and this one comes with a controller and some content you can play with.  SEE ALSO: Hands on with Daydream View, Google's first virtual reality headset On the sidelines of curvy Mi Note 2 announcement, the Chinese company today also unveiled the Mi VR. The headset looks quite different from its predecessor Mi … [Link]

Mashable » There is no sight more terrifying than these raccoon hands

Tuesday 25 October 12:43:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25594%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb Make sure you sit down for this one — just not on your porch. In this inexplicable video, dozens of tiny raccoon hands reach out from under a porch to grab at treats a nearby stranger is handing them. Why there are dozens of raccoons on the porch, and why their hands look so eerily humanlike, nobody knows or should … [Link]

Mashable » Ice cream truck's most loyal customer is this beautiful dog

Tuesday 25 October 12:39:38 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258893%2fdogpopsicleFeed-tw Feed-fbForget bones: for this dog, popsicles are the hottest snack in town. Rambo is a two and half-year old English Bulldog with a soft spot for popsicles. Every time the ice cream truck rolls by in his hometown of Hunstville, Alabama, Rambo runs out to lap up —without paying! — his favorite frozen delicacy. SEE ALSO: When handed an ice cream … [Link]

Mashable » Twitter is reportedly laying off 300 employees

Tuesday 25 October 12:22:50 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258915%2f2013_2f12_2f27_2f15_2fnysetwitter.8b96dFeed-tw Feed-fbTwitter is looking to trim costs. The company may soon cut 8 percent of its workforce, or about 300 people, Bloomberg reported Monday citing anonymous sources.  The news comes after Twitter failed to secure a bid from a potential suitor. Disney, Salesforce and Google were interested in Twitter but later dropped their efforts, some reportedly citing concerns with the site's abuse … [Link]

Mashable » Ricky Gervais perfectly explains why men should never, ever wear wigs

Tuesday 25 October 12:19:37 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25585%2fricky_gervais_wigFeed-tw Feed-fb If you've ever found yourself considering the purchase of a wig, Ricky Gervais has a message for you. You might not want to hear it, though. During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Gervais speaks about the woes of losing his hair — "When I wake up in the morning, I look like a baby bird" — … [Link]

Mashable » Meet the pigeon that thinks it's a puppy, comes when it's called

Tuesday 25 October 12:18:45 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25588%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_12.38.47_pmFeed-tw Feed-fb Pigeons have something of a bad rap in the animal kingdom, but after watching this video you might just begin to warm up to the unpopular birds.  The Green family has certainly developed a fondness for one fowl in particular — a pigeon they have dubbed Charlie.  SEE ALSO: Heroic family saves a tiny kitten that they found in the … [Link]

Mashable » Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid give us their model rendition of 'Baby'

Tuesday 25 October 12:01:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25288%2f224b5cf320c04f5e9c5b81bd28f7a70bFeed-tw Feed-fbTwo cover girls share one cover song. W Magazine’s November cover stars, Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid, have been featured in the magazine's Lyrical Improv video series with Lynn Hirschberg, and it's adorable. The video, produced with Condé Nast Entertainment and featured on The Scene, features the famous best friends singing their pal Justin Bieber's very first hit, "Baby." SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » This poster mocking refugees was taped in Parliament's kitchen

Tuesday 25 October 12:00:34 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258836%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_11.18.14Feed-tw Feed-fbA poster which mocks the recent arrival of child refugees in the UK has been taped in Parliament's kitchen.  SEE ALSO: The eviction of a refugee camp is being live streamed on Facebook The poster, shared on Twitter by Labour MP Chi Onwurah, depicts an old man with the sentence: "Just £3 from you could clothe and feed this 12yr old … [Link]

Mashable » 12 remote places to unplug from this suffocating election campaign

Tuesday 25 October 12:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258601%2f537332898_924ead9fe4_oFeed-tw Feed-fbWhether you're a fervent deplorable for Donald Trump or a shimmying Hillary Clinton acolyte, you probably agree that this presidential campaign has outstayed its welcome by some measure. Each new day brings another raging Donald diatribe and a volley of Hillary tweets, along with the social warfare and howling punditry of an election campaign reaching fever pitch. SEE ALSO: Why it's … [Link]

Mashable » WhatsApp begins rolling out video calling feature, but there's a catch

Tuesday 25 October 11:34:23 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258875%2fhttps_3a_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f233104_2fphone-20__1_Feed-tw Feed-fbYou already send text messages and make voice calls with WhatsApp, now you can also make video calls through the app — provided you’ve an Android phone, for now. SEE ALSO: Facebook gives WhatsApp the Snapchat treatment, too Though the company hasn’t begun advertising this yet, but new beta versions of its Android app come with the ability to make video … [Link]

Mashable » Mystery Japanese dude's levitating magic tricks are seriously impressive

Tuesday 25 October 11:29:59 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258827%2fjapanesemagicFeed-tw Feed-fbThere’s magic out there in the world. You just need to go out there and find it. Like Japanese Twitter user @FustDrift, who just happened to find this dude in a smoking room who could casually make things levitate from his hand.  SEE ALSO: Even orangutans get excited over a really good magic trick Unfortunately, we never find out who the … [Link]

Mashable » Ellie Goulding is a kickboxing badass in her spare time, apparently

Tuesday 25 October 11:26:02 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258859%2fellieFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — Ellie Goulding is already one badass chick.  However — incase you had any doubts — the British singer-songwriter posted a video to Twitter that absolutely settles the matter. SEE ALSO: Emma Watson learns to box like the badass that she is Would NOT want to be on the receiving end of this routine: In the event of a post … [Link]

Mashable » Ricky Gervais hilariously answers deeply strange audience questions

Tuesday 25 October 11:22:52 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25583%2fricky_gervais_jimmy_fallonFeed-tw Feed-fb If you've ever wanted to know the worst thing about getting old, or what the best thing to say to someone mid-hug is, you're in luck. Ricky Gervais has the answers. SEE ALSO: We played 'Would You Rather' with Ricky Gervais and things got intense During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Gervais tackles random audience queries … [Link]

Mashable » Tesco trials paperless receipts to your mobile app

Tuesday 25 October 11:11:10 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258819%2fgettyimages-497823086Feed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — Tesco is testing a paperless system which sends a record of your purchases to your smartphone – the first major U.K. retailer to experiment with digital receipt service.  SEE ALSO: Tesco pulls popular brands and people are losing it In Harlow, Essex, customers can tap a unique sticker on a special terminal at the till following their purchases.  The … [Link]

Mashable » Icelandic women walked out of work at 2:38 p.m. on a Monday for an important reason

Tuesday 25 October 10:57:30 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25575%2ficelandprotestFeed-tw Feed-fbLONDON — For most of us, Oct. 24 is just any other day. But, for the women of Iceland, Oct. 24 represents the most important day in the nation's fight for gender equality.  SEE ALSO: Thousands of Polish women go on strike to protest abortion ban On Monday afternoon at precisely 2:38 p.m., women across Iceland downed tools and walked out … [Link]

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Tuesday 25 October 10:26:58 UTC 2016

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Mashable » President Obama breaks hearts, confirms Michelle has to leave too

Tuesday 25 October 10:06:40 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25578%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_10.50.02_amFeed-tw Feed-fb President Barack Obama's presidency is reaching its end, but Jimmy Kimmel asks the question many have wistfully wondered at some point: "I know you have to leave, but can we keep her for another four years?" However, by the sounds of it Michelle Obama and the couple's two daughters are more than ready for a break from living in the … [Link]

Mashable » President Obama's daughter mercilessly trolled him on Snapchat

Tuesday 25 October 10:00:55 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25579%2fobama_snapchatFeed-tw Feed-fb If there's one thing we can takeaway from the above video, it's that Sasha Obama's Snapchat game must be absolutely off the charts. During his recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel, President Obama talked about his daughter's attempt to teach him Snapchat — and how he ended up inadvertently starring in her Snapchat as a result. "I started talking to Michelle … [Link]

Slashdot » Rowhammer Attack Can Now Root Android Devices

Tuesday 25 October 10:00:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes from a report via Softpedia: Researchers have discovered a method to use the Rowhammer RAM attack for rooting Android devices. For their research paper, called Drammer: Deterministic Rowhammer Attacks on Mobile Platforms, researchers tested and found multiple smartphone models to be vulnerable to their attack. The list includes LG Nexus (4, 5, 5X), LG G4, Motorola … [Link]

Mashable » The NBA is tripling its Snapchat output for the 2016-17 season

Tuesday 25 October 10:00:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258589%2fhttps-_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f77081_2fgettyimages-523908842Feed-tw Feed-fbThe National Basketball League is bringing more shots to Snapchat.  The league and Snap have renewed a partnership to bring behind-the-scenes and in-game coverage to the app. They are expected to triple the amount of content compared to last year, when Snapchat hosted Live Stories and curated collections of snaps from fans and teams for games each week, as well as … [Link]

Mashable » Lady Gaga yells at random drivers in hilarious 'Carpool Karaoke' trailer

Tuesday 25 October 9:21:10 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25574%2flady_gaga_james_corden_carpool_karaoke_trailerFeed-tw Feed-fb We've got a feeling this one is going to be pretty huge. In the trailer for the latest episode of Carpool Karaoke, a sparkly Lady Gaga joins James Corden on his commute to work. SEE ALSO: Michelle Obama's Carpool Karaoke is here, wins everything They chat about the Super Bowl, throw some shapes to "Bad Romance," and Gaga even assists … [Link]

Mashable » Xiaomi is working on this super cool bezel-less ceramic phone

Tuesday 25 October 9:18:18 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258787%2funspecified-3Feed-tw Feed-fbUPDATE: Oct. 25, 2016, 6:22 p.m. SGT The phone will go on sale on Nov. 4. Xiaomi had a surprise after it unveiled the latest Mi Note 2 flagship phablet on Tuesday in Beijing. The company brought famed French designer Philippe Starck onstage, to present a concept phone called the Xiaomi MIX whose development is already underway.  SEE ALSO: Xiaomi's curvy … [Link]

Mashable » Ola taps BMW for luxury cars in India

Tuesday 25 October 8:26:31 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258746%2fola-india-bmwFeed-tw Feed-fbGetting to work and to parties in style will soon be very affordable in India. SEE ALSO: You can now book an Uber or Ola cab in India with Google search Cab-hailing service Ola has partnered with carmaker BMW India to strengthen its 'Ola Lux’ luxury offering. The announcement comes weeks after the country’s biggest ride-hailing service roped in Mahindra & … [Link]

Mashable » Xiaomi's curvy Note 2 flagship fills the hole left behind by the Samsung Note7

Tuesday 25 October 8:23:20 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258739%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_2.14.28_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbXiaomi may not like being called a copycat, but it's hard not to make the association when its latest flagship, Mi Note 2, looks a whole lot like a Samsung Note7 wrapped in the iPhone 7's signature polished black finish. But this update to last year's lauded Mi Note is interesting because it brings, in Xiaomi's typical fashion, better specs than … [Link]

Mashable » Apple updates macOS with bug fixes ahead of big MacBook event

Tuesday 25 October 8:23:17 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258725%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_09.47.11Feed-tw Feed-fbDays before its big MacBook event, which takes place in Cupertino on Oct. 27, Apple has released a new version of macOS Sierra, bringing the version number to 10.12.1. The update mostly brings bug fixes, but there is one new feature: The photos taken on an iPhone 7 Plus in the recently released Portrait mode will now be automatically be added … [Link]

Mashable » Netflix CEO reacts to AT&T and Time Warner deal

Tuesday 25 October 7:39:27 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258678%2f694ba12b1d1a4c2d89547ffc06afa3d8Feed-tw Feed-fbLAGUNA BEACH, Calif. — Netflix's CEO says he is not against the massive AT&T-Time Warner deal so long as Netflix will be treated the same way as HBO. Speaking Monday at the Wall Street Journal's WSDLive conference, CEO Reed Hastings said he had no objection to the deal if AT&T respected the tenets of net neutrality. SEE ALSO: You damn well … [Link]

Mashable » Surfer Lives Matter hashtag appears in Australian town after shark attacks

Tuesday 25 October 7:30:44 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258688%2fc1502aade08c42ea88d9925b2524c4b4Feed-tw Feed-fbA spate of shark attacks along the northern New South Wales coast line of Australia, have brought with them a bizarre adaptation of the #BlackLivesMatter slogan. In response to four recent attacks and the proposed installation of controversial shark nets along the popular coast line, someone graffitied "#SurferLivesMatter" on the road. SEE ALSO: Students suspended after mocking Black Lives Matter in … [Link]

Mashable » Satya Nadella: 'We clearly missed the mobile phone'

Tuesday 25 October 7:15:51 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258517%2fap_16182777957718Feed-tw Feed-fbLAGUNA BEACH, California — Microsoft may have missed out on mobile but CEO Satya Nadella says his company won't make the same mistake with augmented reality and virtual reality. Speaking Monday at the opening dinner for the Wall Street Street Journal's WSJD Live conference, Microsoft's top executive said there was "no question" the company had missed its opportunity when it comes … [Link]

Mashable » Avenged Sevenfold concert to launch Universal Music VR platform this week

Tuesday 25 October 7:11:34 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258707%2fac4670aebc7e4fa794879d0097ca6fe9Feed-tw Feed-fbLOS ANGELES — Avenged Sevenfold is going 360-fold. Universal Music Group will debut a new virtual reality platform this week with the heavy metal juggernaut, whose Thursday night concert — from a still-undisclosed location in Los Angeles — will be live-streamed on the global platform we shall henceforth call VRTGO. Guests at the show will be able to "virtually transport themselves … [Link]

Slashdot » Harvard Researchers Print World's First Heart-On-A-Chip

Tuesday 25 October 7:00:00 UTC 2016

Harvard University researchers have successfully 3D printed the first heart-on-a-chip with integrated sensors that are capable of measuring the beating of the heart. Gizmodo reports: The printed organ is made of synthetic material designed to mimic the structure and function of native tissue. It is not designed to replace failing human organs, but it can be used for scientific studies, … [Link]

Mashable » Four die in theme park horror accident at Dreamworld, Australia

Tuesday 25 October 6:32:45 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258706%2fa1c08d3bc0a74cdfa9fa25a5b2a3f24cFeed-tw Feed-fbUPDATE: Oct. 25, 2016, 10:38 a.m. BST Queensland Police confirmed the victims were two men, aged 38 and 35, and two women, aged 32 and 42, in a press conference on Tuesday evening. Four people have died after an accident on the Thunder River Rapids ride at the Dreamworld theme park in Australia on Tuesday afternoon, police have confirmed. The victims … [Link]

Mashable » Car crash given a shiny, golden makeover and no one knows why

Tuesday 25 October 5:17:05 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258679%2fcarsFeed-tw Feed-fbThey say you can't polish a turd, but you sure can paint a car crash. A vehicular bungle, wherein a Toyota Camry met its crumpled end at the trunk of a tree on a pedestrian island, has been given a golden new lease on life by an as-yet-unidentified street artist. SEE ALSO: Artist's animated "Illusions" will mesmerize you The vehicle crashed … [Link]

Mashable » Is Airbnb the reason renters can't find an affordable place to live in Sydney?

Tuesday 25 October 4:45:54 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258642%2f7e48773f56bb4e1eaa5f31b9e791a103Feed-tw Feed-fbThere’s no question that Sydney, Australia, is an expensive place to live. But do we know what's making it worse? Following a state inquiry, there are fears from some experts that the New South Wales state government is still not doing enough to tackle the potential damaging impact of Airbnb on Sydney's rental costs and availability.  SEE ALSO: Airbnb files lawsuit … [Link]

Mashable » Obama burns Trump during 'Mean Tweets' on Jimmy Kimmel Live

Tuesday 25 October 4:32:56 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25566%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb Being president of the United States means having to deal with haters, especially on Twitter.  Barack Obama, fresh off some job training with Stephen Colbert, visited Jimmy Kimmel Live on Monday night and took part in his second ever "Mean Tweets" segment.  A few of the insults Obama read out loud: "Obama is the Nickleback of presidents" and "Barack Obama … [Link]

Slashdot » Study Finds Little Lies Lead To Bigger Ones

Tuesday 25 October 3:30:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from ABC News: Telling little fibs leads down a slippery slope to bigger lies — and our brains adapt to escalating dishonesty, which makes deceit easier, a new study shows. Neuroscientists at the University College London's Affective Brain Lab put 80 people in scenarios where they could repeatedly lie and get paid more based … [Link]

Mashable » Canadian chef's upscale version of Hainan chicken rice outrages Asians

Tuesday 25 October 3:29:10 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258664%2fa917882f792147ac947c5cff301b19a4Feed-tw Feed-fbHeavily tattooed Canadian chef Matty Matheson has come to be known for his "how to" recipe hacks for hapless amateur cooks. But meddle with Hainanese chicken rice and you're asking for trouble with Singaporeans and Malaysians, where the meal has achieved national dish status. SEE ALSO: 'Racist' Fox News piece blasted by Asian-Americans and people with basic sense of decency Just … [Link]

Mashable » 'The Bachelor' contestants find love on the show, but with each other

Tuesday 25 October 2:53:43 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258613%2f027da917838c4884993c3887dec37cc8Feed-tw Feed-fbThe Bachelor's premise is tried and tested. Women compete for one man and at the end two people live happily ever after.  But two contestants from the 2016 Australian iteration of the show have looked beyond the rose ceremonies, and found a deep love with each other. SEE ALSO: The Bachelor tried to make chocolate baths sexy and it was disgusting … [Link]

Mashable » Watch: Muay thai champ is 39 weeks pregnant, still trains like a Queen

Tuesday 25 October 2:27:41 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25559%2fd528853177e54b07b248918764a05a76Feed-tw Feed-fb Being pregnant, by all accounts, is a mixture of bouts of morning sickness and an ever-increasing need to receive help getting off the couch. But six-time world champion muay thai fighter, Caley Reece is living proof that pregnancy doesn't have to mean lack of mobility. The athlete took to Facebook to upload a video of herself training at week 39 … [Link]

Slashdot » Consumer Reports Ranks Tesla Model X Near Bottom For Reliability

Tuesday 25 October 2:15:00 UTC 2016

Last year, Consumer Reports withdrew its recommendation for the Tesla Model S after investigating its reliability. Today, the nonprofit organization released its 2016 Car Reliability Survey and found that, while the Tesla Model S has become more reliable, the Tesla Model X has proved to be unreliable overall. CNNMoney reports: CEO Elon Musk admitted that he wished he hadn't put … [Link]

Mashable » Study finds brain tissue 'changes' in kids who played one season of football

Tuesday 25 October 2:01:36 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258564%2fd7d1c9ef5cd94c9a9bdd561561eef679Feed-tw Feed-fbPlayer safety concerns over head injuries in the NFL have trickled down to youth football.  In a study released Monday, researchers at the Wake Forest School of Medicine found that head impact exposure — the type that doesn't result in concussions — in youth football leads to "changes in the brain’s white matter," the tissue responsible for communication in the brain.  … [Link]

Mashable » Aussie comedians give Wham! a Donald Trump do-over in parody

Tuesday 25 October 1:44:47 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fstory%2fthumbnail%2f25555%2fsddefaultFeed-tw Feed-fb Australian radio hosts and dad-joke fiends Ryan "Fitzy" Fitzgerald and Michael "Wippa" Wipfli have weighed in on the U.S. presidential race with a parody video clip. Set to the easy-to-rhyme tune of Wham!'s 1984 uber hit "Wake Me Up Before You Go Go," it attacks Donald Trump for being a "bigot, racist and homophobe," telling the Republican presidential nominee that … [Link]

Slashdot » Twitter Plans To Cut About 300 Jobs As Soon As This Week: Bloomberg

Tuesday 25 October 1:35:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Bloomberg: Twitter Inc. is planning widespread job cuts, to be announced as soon as this week, according to people familiar with the matter. The company may cut about 8 percent of the workforce, or about 300 people, the same percentage it did last year when co-founder Jack Dorsey took over as chief executive … [Link]

Mashable » Medical marijuana delivery service gets $13 million investment

Tuesday 25 October 1:34:57 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258500%2feaze_homepage_shoot_selects__edited_-0619Feed-tw Feed-fbGetting Bubba Kush or Berry White delivered should soon be getting easier: Eaze, the San Francisco-based medical marijuana delivery company, announced Monday a $13 million funding round. SEE ALSO: The people against legalizing weed are not who you might think The firm, which identified itself as a "tech company that happens to be in the cannabis space" to Mashable in a … [Link]

Mashable » Almost-naked chef causes worldwide thirst with his hot AF kitchen skills

Tuesday 25 October 1:33:00 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258590%2fscreen_shot_2016-10-25_at_12.06.43_pmFeed-tw Feed-fbJust when you thought all the internet had to offer was depressing U.S. election coverage and Walking Dead Season 7 spoilers, this guy comes along.  Former model turned model chef, 27-year-old Franco Noriega, is a chiselled purveyor of fine foods and he's here to inspire you to eat healthy via being really, really, incredibly good looking.  Just take one part easy … [Link]

Mashable » Woman groped on plane seeks advice on Twitter

Tuesday 25 October 1:01:38 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258413%2fplaneFeed-tw Feed-fbDuring a recent flight, a passenger by the name of Ariana Lenarsky used Twitter to call attention to a serious issue. Lenarsky, a Los Angeles-based performer and podcast producer, opened up to her thousands of followers on Oct. 22 to share a harrowing personal experience that occurred mid-air as she was flying from Austin, Texas. As Lenarsky was walking down the … [Link]

Slashdot » People Like Netflix's Original Content More Than Its Other Content: AllFlicks

Tuesday 25 October 0:45:00 UTC 2016

According to a study by IHS Markit this month, in the last two years Netflix's spending on original content rose from $2.38 billion to $4.91 billion. The company has invested big in original programming — and it looks to be paying off. The folks over at AllFlicks have found that Netflix's subscriber base prefers Netflix's original content to that of … [Link]

Mashable » Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian is no longer a punchline

Tuesday 25 October 0:31:02 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f229275%2f959cf7ed1e09499bbc99782a751bd21fFeed-tw Feed-fbTo sum up the story of current Denver Broncos starting quarterback Trevor Siemian's football career, you have to look back — all the way back to Nov. 8, 2014. That's when Siemian was a senior at Northwestern on the verge of upsetting Big Ten rival Michigan at home. It was Siemian's first year stepping into the limelight, finally grabbing ahold of … [Link]

Mashable » Chris Hemsworth gleefully pokes fun at divorce rumours on Instagram

Tuesday 25 October 0:26:01 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258574%2fgettyimages-520537122Feed-tw Feed-fbImagine being blissfully wed and living your dreams, only to have tabloids constantly telling the world your marriage is a sham. That's the sitch for Chris Hemsworth, but he's having none of it. Australian tabloid magazine Woman's Day published an article overnight claiming that superstar couple Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky were spending time apart, and their marriage was at breaking … [Link]

Mashable » What to expect from Microsoft's big event on Wednesday

Tuesday 25 October 0:06:53 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258183%2fhttps-_2f_2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com_2fuploads_2fcard_2fimage_2f129796_2fwindows_10_launchFeed-tw Feed-fbDid you think we were done with tech events and you could just cruise on until Black Friday and the holidays? You wish! On Wednesday, Oct. 26, Microsoft is holding a big product announcement in New York City. Ahead of the big day, here's the cornucopia of hardware and software spanning new Surface devices, Windows 10, Hololens and maybe Xbox that … [Link]

Slashdot » Alibaba Founder To Chinese Government: Use Big Data To Stop Criminals

Tuesday 25 October 0:05:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Bloomberg: Chinese billionaire Jack Ma proposed that the nation's top security bureau use big data to prevent crime, endorsing the country's nascent effort to build unparalleled online surveillance of its billion-plus people. China's data capabilities are virtually unrivaled among its global peers, and policing cannot happen without the ability to analyze information on … [Link]

Mashable » Report: New Zealand company selling surveillance tech to global spies

Tuesday 25 October 0:03:48 UTC 2016

Https%3a%2f%2fblueprint-api-production.s3.amazonaws.com%2fuploads%2fcard%2fimage%2f258529%2fa33807ff4cde497db9717cef9275d519Feed-tw Feed-fbA company headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand has played an integral role in global mass surveillance, according to a new report. Based on documents and emails leaked to The Intercept, Endace has quietly been selling its technology to government agencies, allowing them to gather vast quantities of "private emails, online chats, social media conversations, and internet browsing histories." SEE ALSO: Police … [Link]

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