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 » NASCAR driver pulled over for speeding while on way to race
You can take the NASCAR driver out of the race, but you apparently can't take the race out of the NASCAR driver. Dale Earnhardt Jr. was pulled over for speeding while driving to a NASCAR race, according Twitter posts by the driver and his fiancée. SEE ALSO: Why Kyle Busch is the NASCAR driver you can't root against right now What's … [Link]
Mashable » A ridiculous live blog for a ridiculous election
This isn't your standard election live blog. If you are looking for FiveThirtyEight-style coverage, you've come to the wrong place. If you are looking for ridiculous happenings and mazel tov cocktails, we can help. Join us for the ride to the end. [View the story "A ridiculous live blog for a ridiculous election" on Storify]A ridiculous live blog for a ridiculous election … [Link]
Mashable » 'Granma' Hillary makes a very important FaceTime call before Election Day
It’s the final sprint of the election, but Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton still has time for family. SEE ALSO: Nickelodeon's eerily accurate kids' poll picks the next president On Monday morning, Chelsea Clinton tweeted that her mother set aside some time to check in with her 2-year-old granddaughter, Charlotte, just a day before the election. So happy Charlotte got to … [Link]
Slashdot » Facebook Users Sue Over Alleged Racial Discrimination In Housing, Job Ads
In response to a report from ProPublica alleging that Facebook gives advertisers the ability to exclude specific groups it calls "Ethnic Affinities," three Facebook users have filed a lawsuit against the company. They are accusing the social networking giant of violating the Federal Housing Act of 1964 over its alleged discriminatory policies. Ars Technica reports: ProPublica managed to post an … [Link]
Popular Science » Juno Is Still Stuck In The Wrong Orbit Around Jupiter
Space Problems with the spacecraft's engines are preventing it from entering a new orbit for observations For weeks, the Juno spacecraft has been stuck in the same orbit because of a problem with its engines. [Link]
Mashable » Hillary Clinton is your next tech president
If you care at all about technology, you must vote for Hillary Clinton. Throughout the campaign, both candidates have done a pretty poor job of explaining their tech policies, so you could be forgiven for assuming neither one of them has one. (And no, the ability to wield social media is not a tech position. It doesn’t represent tech policy. It’s … [Link]
Mashable » Kylie Jenner is almost certainly the lead singer of pop group Terror Jr
It looks like we may finally have an answer to those Kylie Jenner singing rumors. Fans have long been speculating that the Snapchat queen is the lead singer of pop group Terror Jr, a trio officially consisting of Felix Snow, David "Campa" Benjamin Singer-Vine (formerly of The Cataracs), and a mystery singer that goes by the alias "Lisa." SEE ALSO: Please … [Link]
Mashable » Android Auto finally breaks free of the dashboard
Google just introduced a new way to bring your jalopy into the future. Android Auto can now function entirely from your phone, the company announced in a blog post Monday, meaning you no longer need a special dashboard or an entirely new car to use it. "Whether your phone is connected to a compatible car display, or placed in a car … [Link]
Popular Science » What We Know About ISIS's Scratch-built Drones
Military Clues from an abandoned drone workshop in Iraq Lessons from a captured ISIS drone workshop. [Link]
Mashable » Destiny's Child might have just won the #MannequinChallenge
They might not be teens anymore, but Destiny's Child just proved they know how to keep up with social media trends. In an Instagram video, the iconic trio try their best with the #mannequinchallenge and manage to stand as still as possible in mid-pose. SEE ALSO: Bruno Mars reveals Beyoncé is just like us: She stress eats Cheetos, too 🎈🎉🎂 A … [Link]
Slashdot » New Tesla Buyers Will Have To Pay To Use Superchargers
Tesla has updated its Supercharging Network of free fast-charging stations. Customers who purchase Teslas after January 1st, 2017, will be required to pay "a small fee to Supercharge." The fee itself "will be charged incrementally and cost less than the price of filling up a comparable gas car." The Verge reports: Current Tesla owners with Supercharger-equipped cars will be able … [Link]
Mashable » The best part of Netflix's 'The Crown' is the insanely big size of John Lithgow as Churchill
Netflix’s The Crown is exciting to watch for many reasons: the show's historical accuracy, its all-star cast and, of course, its very compelling script. More than all of that, however, there exists an even more captivating aspect to the show. A subtle detail, just noticeable enough to keep me coming back for more after every hour-long episode. I'm speaking, of course, … [Link]
Mashable » For female politicians, 'SNL' has come a long way since Janet Reno's 'Dance Party'
Next to cowbells and Catholic school girl armpits, there are few mid-'90s SNL skits more beloved than "Janet Reno's Dance Party." The first U.S. female attorney general Janet Reno passed away this morning at her house in Miami-Dade county. As obituary writers scramble to select "the best of" her very long list of achievements, some have notably neglected to mention Will … [Link]
Mashable » We've played with Sombra, and Reinhardt better 'Overwatch' his back
Sombra has finally been revealed. After months of breathless speculation, along with clues from Reddit and art leaks, we finally got a solid glimpse of the new hero Sombra. More than that, we actually played with the new Overwatch hero at BlizzCon 2016. SEE ALSO: 'Overwatch' hero Sombra hacks into BlizzCon to reveal herself She's fun. Sombra fits into the Offense … [Link]
Popular Science » A Wearable Dehydration Detector
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Slashdot » Google Will Display Election Results As Soon As Polls Close
An anonymous reader quotes a report from TechCrunch: Google has been highly involved with connecting U.S. voters to timely information throughout this election cycle, by offering everything from voter registration assistance to polling place information in its search result pages. Today, the company announced plans to display the results of the U.S. election directly in search, in over 30 languages, … [Link]
Mashable » ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ run into space pub trouble in this cartoon
A thief, two thugs, an assassin, and a maniac are all that stands between the galaxy and a whole bunch of Bad Days. But that doesn't stop them from having one of their own in this Guardians of the Galaxy short film from our CineFix series, Bad Days, all about famous movies and superheroes who woke up on the wrong side … [Link]
Mashable » 10 funniest movie moments
We’ve narrowed down the top 10 most hilarious movie moments into this nifty video! Subscribe to CineFix for more videos. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Duck Soup, Office Space, Bruce Almighty, and This Is Spinal Tap [Link]
Mashable » Watch clouds move above Saturn's largest moon in new NASA video
Clouds of water vapor drifting lazily through skies above Earth are a common sight, but what do clouds look like on another world entirely? A new time-lapse video produced using images taken by the Cassini spacecraft, shows clouds of methane floating above the surface of Titan, the planet's largest moon. Cassini caught sight of the clouds in Titan's northern hemisphere … [Link]
Mashable » Office worker protectively labels Coke can that's in danger of fizzing over
When it comes to the fridge, you and your coworkers are just like roommates – except there are usually way more people in an office than an apartment, making communication even harder. However, Reddit user Kfsb shared a pretty nice communication system unfolding in the office fridge. SEE ALSO: 15 glorious minutes of the month's funniest news bloopers Kfsb spotted a … [Link]
Mashable » Watch this motherf*cking snake terrify passengers on a motherf*cking plane
Today in terrifying snake news: a motherfu*cking snake on a motherfu*cking plane partially dropped from an overhead bin to the cabin below. The whole incident was captured on camera by a passenger who was close enough to get all the action. La vibora voladora…ja ja ja. Una experiencia única en el Vuelo Torreón-México, vuelo 231 de Aeroméxico. Eso si…Prioridad en aterrizajepic.twitter.com/qwDk6Wtsz~ … [Link]
Mashable » Text glitch directs thousands of people to wrong polling stations
When you're trying to get out the vote for your party, it's best to make sure your voters know where to cast their ballots. So, don't do what the Indiana Democratic Party did. SEE ALSO: What to do if you're harassed at the polls Several voters in Indiana received text messages on Monday that directed them to incorrect polling stations, apparently … [Link]
Mashable » Mystery solved: Dogs don't like sour warheads
Dogs aren't particularly fussy when it comes to treats, but everyone has their limits. MrJdm365 shared the moment his giant dog vetoed a sour warhead after just one lick. This dog should definitely be rewarded for its good sportsmanship with better treats and belly rubs. 
Someone made a real life 'Rick and Morty' pass-the-butter robot 
Trump surrogate decries 'Mazel tov cocktails' in … [Link]
Mashable » Someone made a real life 'Rick and Morty' pass-the-butter robot
Rick and Morty fans take note: Someone just brought one of Rick's creations to life. And no, it's not a portal gun. YouTube user ESDEV shared this video showing a 3D-printed version of that tiny robot Rick quickly put together for the sole purpose of passing butter. We're holding our breath for a 3D printed Mr. Meeseeks. In the meantime, … [Link]
Slashdot » Samsung Galaxy J5 Catches Fire and Explodes in France, Says AP
A Samsung phone user in France says her Galaxy J5 smartphone caught fire and exploded. The model is different from the Galaxy Note 7 that has been recalled worldwide. From a report on Associated Press: Lamya Bouyirdane told The Associated Press that on Sunday she noticed the phone was very hot after she asked her four-year-old son to pass it … [Link]
Mashable » The case for letting Donald Trump tweet again
Poor Donald Trump. Even the most optimistic forecasts for Tuesday's election only give him a one-in-three chance of winning and now he's suffered the indignity of having his Twitter account taken away from him by those running his campaign. SEE ALSO: Insult after insult: All of Trump's ugly campaign rhetoric in one place Sad! But there's a case to be made … [Link]
Mashable » 'Stranger Things' adds two '80s icons to Season 2 cast
Stranger Things is doubling down on its nostalgia quotient by casting two icons of '80s and '90s pop culture for Season 2. Mashable has confirmed that Sean Astin, (The Goonies, Rudy, Encino Man), and Paul Reiser (Aliens, Diner, Beverly Hills Cop) have joined the cast of the Netflix hit, along with Danish actress Linnea Berthelsen. Berthelsen has been cast as Roman, … [Link]
Mashable » At COP-22, leaders try to put Paris Climate Agreement into action
Climate negotiators began working Monday to transform the landmark Paris Climate Agreement into an action plan to limit greenhouse gas emissions and help societies adapt to a warming world. The annual U.N. climate change conference takes place this year in Marrakech, Morocco — an apt location for the high-stakes negotiations. African countries are expected to suffer some of the worst effects … [Link]
Mashable » Free charging for Tesla owners is getting phased out
For Tesla owners, the free lunch is about to end. Every Tesla owner so far has enjoyed free access to the company's supercharging stations, the network of quick battery chargers that pepper highways throughout the world. But come 2017, using these supercharging stations will no longer be free for new Tesla owners. SEE ALSO: Tesla-SolarCity merger will come to a vote … [Link]
Mashable » 'Seinfeld' with hamsters
Seinfeld has been recreated in miniature with the entire cast as hamsters. Starring the adorable, adoptable hamsters from the Westchester Rescued Hamster Haven. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Hamsters, Funny, Parody, and Tv [Link]
Mashable » Pro-Trump ad targets man cave dwellers worried about Clinton meddling with football
With less than 24 hours until Election Day, Donald Trump is targeting a very, very specific group of voters — football fans who oppose a name change for Washington's NFL team. Pro-Trump super PAC Rebuild America Now released a new commercial bashing Hillary Clinton's desire to change the Redskins' name, which many consider offensive to Native Americans. Clinton called the team's … [Link]
Mashable » Nickelodeon's eerily accurate kids' poll picks the next president
The children have spoken and if history is any indicator, they may have predicted our next president. In the Nickelodeon "Kids Pick the President" poll, Hillary Clinton won with 53 percent of the vote. Donald Trump came in with 36 percent and third-party candidate Gary Johnson picked up 11 percent of the votes. SEE ALSO: Hillary Clinton takes on hard-hitting questions … [Link]
Mashable » #AndysComing will make you forget all about the Mannequin Challenge
Teens don't take long to refresh their social media trends. Days after the mannequin challenge took over the internet, a new viral challenge is here to distract us all. Taking unlikely inspiration from Disney's 1995 classic Toy Story, the #AndysComing challenge is making its rounds in high schools across the country. It comes from the idea that the toys coming to … [Link]
Mashable » Global warming to cause fastest rate of sea level rise in human history
With global climate talks kicking off in Marrakech, Morocco on Monday, a new study provides a sobering warning about what may happen to coastal mega-cities if decisive global emissions cuts are not made soon. Based on a scenario in which countries fail to sharply rein in emissions of global warming pollutants, coastal cities are likely to see the fastest rate of … [Link]
Slashdot » UK Privacy Watchdog Says Facebook Agrees To Suspend Using WhatsApp Users' Data
Facebook's decision to change WhatsApp's privacy policy hasn't gone down well with many. While Facebook didn't even flinch when several people requested that the company shouldn't break its original promise of not sharing any data with Facebook, the social juggernaut has — for whatever reason — decided to comply with Britain's privacy watchdog's advisory. The watchdog said Monday that Facebook … [Link]
Mashable » Beyoncé, Jay Z and Chance the Rapper want their daughters to see a female president
Beyoncé and Jay Z would very much like to see Blue Ivy grow up in a blue America, so Tidal released a video urging fans to go out and vote. The clip, featuring footage from Friday night's concert in support of Hillary Clinton, reminds fans that voting is a privilege they can't take lightly. And there's some very cute footage of … [Link]
Mashable » Movie moments that have us ROFL
These movie moments will make you laugh to the point of tears. Subscribe to CineFix for more videos. 
This video of an iguana being chased by snakes will give you nightmares from hell 
John Oliver explains how companies like Mary Kay are pyramid schemes 
‘Mass Effect: Andromeda' trailer shares a new galaxy's story 
American kids try French food and it didn't go over so … [Link]
Mashable » This lamp is controlled by a tiny stone
This stone-controlled lamp will light up your home and make it anything but basic. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Home Design, Light, Stone, and Lamp [Link]
Mashable » DJ Khaled is going to be the college tour guide you've always wanted
There’s a whole host of iconic duos that have solidified a place in the history books, but there is no duo like DJ Khaled and Snapchat. DJ Khaled galvanized the way the social platform was used this year, and it turns out their relationship is headed a step further in the coming months. Mashable has exclusively learned that the Miami producer … [Link]
Mashable » Your brain needs a break — these apps are here to help
The human brain wasn’t built to go at full steam for hours on end. Studies have shown that performance suffers when you spend prolonged periods focusing on the same task. Brief mental breaks can help you stay focused, as well as give your mind the freedom to wander (which is necessary for creative and complex problem-solving). Entrepreneurs, knowledge-workers and freelancers … [Link]
Mashable » Ground control to Jared Goff: Why won't the Rams play their franchise QB?
“I know what my teammates think about me, I know what my coaches think about me," Jared Goff told Mashable in April, just before the Los Angeles Rams made him the first overall pick of the 2016 NFL Draft. "I don't concern myself with what anyone thinks outside of that." SEE ALSO: The 'tragic' rise and fall, and rise and fall, … [Link]
Mashable » Jeff Bridges' racial ribbing in 'Hell or High Water' is the year's most subtle scene
LOS ANGELES — It's a scene so delicately laced with meaning and emotion that writing too much about it would be like over-handling a butterfly's wings — but the good news is, you can just skip all this, watch (below) and draw your own conclusions. The film is Hell or High Water, the Aug. 12 action/drama from director David Mackenzie, the … [Link]
Slashdot » India's New Delhi Now Most Polluted City on Earth, Air Quality Well Beyond 'Hazardous' Level
New Delhi residents are suffocating only to find little to no relief. The city, as well as much of Northern India, home of over 400 million people, is blanketed by a thick layer of smog. The air quality has severely depreciated, hitting alarming 1,000 AQI PM2.5 level — over 15 times of the safe limit. The air quality index hasn't … [Link]
Mashable » No, Snapchat has not endorsed Hillary Clinton. The app is running ads for both campaigns
Ever wanted to don Hillary Clinton's pantsuit and shimmy? Look no further than Snapchat. The mobile storytelling app is home to a selfie lens Monday that allows U.S. Snapchat users to transform into the presidential candidate, thanks to a sponsorship by Priorities USA Action, Clinton's main super PAC. SEE ALSO: 'The Hillary Shimmy Song' is your new election anthem The 7-second … [Link]
Mashable » 4 unusual deck choices at the 'Hearthstone' World Championships
Hearthstone has a new champion! Pavel wasn't the weekend's only winner, however. The BlizzCon 2016 audience also won, as viewers were treated to some unique takes on the deck styles that have been dominating the game's player pool in recent months. SEE ALSO: A deeper look at 'Hearthstone: Mean Streets of Gadgetzan' The matches played during the Hearthstone World Championship were … [Link]
Mashable » How to avoid the bogus app trap on the iOS App Store
Bogus apps targeting shoppers have found their way onto Apple's iOS App Store, putting users at risk right before the holiday season. These apps supposedly imitate legitimate services from companies like Foot Locker and Nordstrom, harvesting personal information or credit card numbers from users, or even locking down their devices and then demanding a ransom to restore access. SEE ALSO: 5 … [Link]
Mashable » This device saves you from the new MacBook Pro's dongle hell
Line Dock wants you to never use a dongle with your new MacBook Pro again. Apple took a giant leap when it designed its new laptops, leaving behind a series of legacy ports that millions of Mac users rely on. The newest Pros are only equipped with two or four Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports, (depending on which model you choose) a … [Link]
Popular Science » You (Probably) Don't Have To Worry About Two-Headed Shark Attacks
Animals Are mutant double sharks on the rise? Eh. While the thought of bloodthirsty mutants snarling with twice the bite is enough to make 2016 sound like the end of the world, the real story is more grounded… [Link]
Slashdot » Edward Snowden Kills Team Trump's Conspiracy Theory By Explaining How The FBI Can Quickly Comb Through Email
FBI director James Comey told Congress Sunday that the further investigation of emails related to Hillary Clinton didn't turn up anything that would cause the bureau to recommend charges against her. The FBI had reviewed over 650,000 emails under nine days. Upon hearing this, GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump and his supported started to question whether the FBI could go … [Link]
Mashable » How Bill Clinton survived a scandal-plagued presidency
Editor’s note: This is the 42nd entry in the writer's project to read one book about each of the U.S. Presidents in the year prior to Election Day 2016. Follow Marcus' progress at the @44in52 Twitter account and the 44 in 52 Spreadsheet. If there's one word most often used to describe everything connected to the (first?) Clinton presidency, it's "controversy" … [Link]
Mashable » Hamster 'Seinfeld' is a remake about nothing
TV's classic Seinfeld and our hamster-heavy Seinfeld remake have one thing in common: They're both about nothing. SEE ALSO: 5 facts about 'Friends' to mull over at Central Perk But while the human version of Seinfeld did have its occasional plot points, our version — where hamsters roam freely among a miniature New York apartment — is truly nothing but … [Link]
Mashable » The 8 million American votes that can't be polled
One thing often forgotten in the run-up to a tense Election Day: There are an estimated 8 million non-military Americans living and working around the world. Their vote never gets included on FiveThirtyEight.com and other polling aggregators, because it's incredibly hard to poll them. But if a new survey of expats conducted by money transfer company TransferWise is any guide, expats … [Link]
Slashdot » DirecTV Now Leak Reveals Channels, Promotions of AT&T's Upcoming TV Service
It seems AT&T won't leave any stone unturned for its upcoming DirecTV Now streaming service. According to a new report, the company is planning to offer a free Apple TV set-top box or an Amazon Fire USB stick to people who subscribe to the service. From a report on Variety, which also details some channels that could be featured on … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Video-triggered ‘brain orgasms’ are mysteriously disappearing
Many people experience a tingly feeling called autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) when they watch whispery videos. For some, the effect is wearing off [Link]
Mashable » Little girl cuts off tantrum the second snacks come into play
Children need a parent's love, affection and bargaining tactics to get through tough days. Twitter user @OhChelseaRaeXO shared a clip of her daughter's tearful fit, cut short after a tempting snack was offered. SEE ALSO: Beyoncé and Solange's mom slayed two of her daughters' iconic looks She was crying to be held while cooking dinner.I offered her a snack/food which just … [Link]
Mashable » Merriam-Webster is chucking incendiary tweets ahead of the election
Trump surrogate Scottie Nell Hughes made a gaffe on a CNN panel Monday, referring to the molotov cocktails in Jay Z's video for "No Church in the Wild" as "mazel tov cocktails." The panel, who were discussing the rapper's endorsement of Hillary Clinton, quickly reminded her that the Jewish exclamation has nothing to do with flammable bottles. Here's the slip up … [Link]
Mashable » John Oliver explains how companies like Mary Kay are pyramid schemes
You probably have that one friend who tries to sell you beauty and hygiene products from the comfort of their own home, and then tries to convince you to quit your job and become an entrepreneur and sell the products yourself. John Oliver's advice? Watch out. On last night's Last Week Tonight, Oliver explained that companies like Herbalife Nutrition and … [Link]
Mashable » 'Mass Effect: Andromeda' trailer shares a new galaxy's story
Something's up in the Andromeda Galaxy. It's N7 Day, a semi-regular Nov. 7 celebration of the Mass Effect series that BioWare typically uses for releases and reveals. This particular N7 Day is a special one, with Mass Effect: Andromeda just a few months from launching. This newly released trailer offers the clearest glimpse yet of the upcoming game's story. We … [Link]
New Scientist – News » The perfect cybercrime: selling fake followers to fake people
A new botnet hacks the internet of things for a novel end: making social media accounts to sell as followers to people desperate for online popularity [Link]
Mashable » How did the FBI search through all those new Clinton emails so fast?
A little over a week after kicking off a firestorm by announcing the FBI was reopening the investigation into the Hillary Clinton email scandal, FBI director James Comey pulled a "whoops, my bad" on Sunday and said there was nothing to see here, move along, please. SEE ALSO: Hillary Clinton's email headache just turned back into a migraine Except it's not … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Pirate Party: We want our reputation to be more like Robin Hood
Birgitta Jónsdóttir, leader of the Icelandic Pirate Party, says privacy is more important than we realise, and wants to give more power to the people [Link]
Mashable » Trump held up a mask of his face at Florida rally and said it had nice hair
Donald Trump found a mask of himself and he thinks it has a decent head of hair. At a rally in Florida today, Trump reportedly noticed a supporter wearing the creepy mask and decided to leave the stage to retrieve it for a talking point. SEE ALSO: 15 awesome reasons not to vote this election "Look at this mask. Look at … [Link]
Popular Science » Why The Heck Do Animals Live In Our Houses?
Animals How did a dog get on my bed? Domesticated animals provide humans with food, textiles, transport and even fertilizer. But how did cats and dogs find their way into our homes? [Link]
Mashable » Spotify is urging listeners to vote with a message from Barack Obama
In case you haven't heard, President Obama really wants you to get out and vote. He's spent months encouraging Americans to cast their ballots while campaigning for Hillary Clinton, but to ensure everyone gets the message, he headed to a place he's sure you'll hear him..Spotify. That's right, Barack Obama reminding you to vote is the newest ad to interrupt your … [Link]
Popular Science » A Battery That Works For Every Tool
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Slashdot » Fake Shopping Apps Are Invading the iPhone
An anonymous reader shares a NYPost report: For tech-focused scammers, knocking off sneakers and handbags is so last decade. Thieves in the digital age are slamming consumers right in the app. A slew of knockoff shopping apps have quietly infiltrated Apple's App Store in recent months, looking to lure unsuspecting iPhone owners with bogus deals on everything from jewelry to … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Strict breastfeeding rules don’t work and can hurt young babies
Guidelines saying that mums should breastfeed exclusively for the first six months mean hospitals aren’t storing formula – which could be making babies ill [Link]
Popular Science » SpaceX Finally Knows What Caused its Falcon 9 Rocket to Explode
Space Elon Musk says the problem has "never been encountered before in the history of rocketry.” It's now November, and although SpaceX rockets still aren't flying, the company is making progress. [Link]
Mashable » Watch the Rubik's Cube world record get destroyed
Mats Valk, a Dutch Rubik's Cube speed solver, broke a world record on Sunday when he completed the puzzle in less time than it takes most people to see a link to this post, decide to click and hit play on the embedded YouTube video. With a time of just 4.74 seconds, Valk beat Lucas Etter's previous record by .16 … [Link]
Mashable » How Twitter fueled the wild rise of vote rigging allegations
Casually lobbed by Donald Trump in early August after falling behind in the polls, allegations of vote-rigging in the U.S. elections have gone from political fringes to a mainstream battering ram of the right. The concerns—largely dismissed as unreasonable by reputable voting groups—are being amplified in the favored arena of this campaign: Twitter. SEE ALSO: Too late, this election has already … [Link]
Mashable » How to become an active member in the fight to mitigate climate change
Promoted by Cool Effect Now helping Earth is as easy as tapping a button. Fight climate change by supporting the world's best projects committed to reducing carbon pollution. Small actions can create planet-sized change.It’s easy to sit around wringing hands while discussing the distressing facts and statistics concerning our planet’s climate change crisis. Tweeting an article about the Paris Agreement or … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Google's Firebase Gains Gaming And Analytics Tools
Google is pushing a significant update to its Firebase platform in order to make the backend-as-a-service even more useful for developers. The refreshed platform targets game developers and tosses in new crash reporting and analytics enhancements for good measure.
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New Scientist – News » Middle-aged bonobos need reading glasses to groom their friends
The eyesight of older bonobos appears to deteriorate at almost the same rate as in humans, implying that it’s a natural process, not lifestyle-related [Link]
Mashable » This might be the worst onside kick in NFL history
The Pittsburgh Steelers were down by a touchdown with less than a minute to play in Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens. So, in a effort to maintain possession of the ball, they did what any team would do — an onside kick. But it didn't work out so well. SEE ALSO: The 2016 MLB season was a series of hellos … [Link]
Mashable » There's no such thing as the perfect app
When you pick up your phone, what’s the first thing you do? Chances are you’re tapping on your favorite mobile app. And, according to the data, you’re not alone. Research shows that people in the US spend an average of three hours a day on a smartphone or tablet and 87% of that time is spent using apps. So, why do … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » How to Develop Application Metrics with Garmin Conect IQ
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Mashable » Watch this NFL punter danced like no punter has before
One of the most epic NFL celebrations of 2016 just came from a very unlikely player. Though this season has provided some memorable celebrations — twerking, pelvic thrusts and bow-and-arrows, to name a few — most have taken place in the endzone, and have come from players that usually take center stage. Not on Sunday. SEE ALSO: LeBron James helps Hillary … [Link]
Slashdot » British Retail Tesco Bank: 20,000 Customers Lose Money
An anonymous reader writes:Tesco Bank has halted online payments for current account customers after money was taken from 20,000 accounts. The bank's chief executive Benny Higgins told the BBC he was "very hopeful" customers would be refunded within 24 hours. About 40,000 accounts saw suspicious transactions over the weekend, of which half had money taken, he said. Customers will still … [Link]
Mashable » 'Westworld' had a cool easter egg that you probably missed
Warning: The following contains light spoilers for episode 6 of Westworld. If you're a big fan of HBO's Westworld and also have a near photographic memory of the 1973 film of the same name (looking at you, 20 people!) you may have caught a cool easter egg on Sunday's episode. In a blink-and-you'll-miss-it moment, a decommissioned host appeared during Bernard's search … [Link]
Mashable » Serena Williams Snapchats s'more disappointment
Serena Williams has quite the number of feathers in her cap. She is an athlete with almost superhuman capabilities, a feminist and a strong, clear voice against police violence. Sadly, nobody is perfect and Serena's downfall is that she can't appreciate the glory in a really toasted, charred s'more. 
Image: snapchat/serenaunmatchedSEE ALSO: Make s'more room for the Girl Scouts' newest cookie … [Link]
Mashable » American kids try French food and it didn't go over so well
Kids are well known for being picky eaters and unwilling to try new things. But watching little humans expand their palate can also be highly entertaining. Cut Video recently released a new episode of its most adorable series "American Kids Try," where young American children test out typical meals from around the globe. The latest episode is focused around French … [Link]
Mashable » Sharper, more vibrant HDR videos are now available on YouTube
YouTube, the world's largest and most popular video service, now supports HDR content for sharper, more vibrant picture quality. The company announced HDR (High Dynamic Range) support in January, and now it's finally live. SEE ALSO: Now you can see incredibly lifelike picture with this technology HDR videos have higher contrast, wider dynamic range of colors, brighter whites and blacker blacks. … [Link]
Mashable » Dave Chappelle's Hillary Clinton jokes set off social media firestorm
Dave Chappelle's post-election Saturday Night Live monologue likely won't be going for the kumbaya tone that the late-night show tried to strike this past weekend. Over the weekend, Chappelle performed at a few small New York City clubs, presumably to try out material for Saturday, when he'll host the show for the first time. As expected, his material was election-based. Not … [Link]
Mashable » Sallie Krawcheck is over finance mansplaining — here's how she's fixing it
Wall Street veteran Sallie Krawcheck has faced decades of finance mansplaining. In the tall buildings huddled together on the southern tip of Manhattan around a bronze bull, Krawcheck rose through the ranks to become one of the most powerful women in finance while hearing words like "outperform," "beat the market," and "pick the winner" repeated by the mostly male financial workforce. … [Link]
Mashable » This t-shirt is the scary logical endpoint of Trump’s media tantrums
As the election nears, Donald Trump continues taking his trademark anti-media rhetoric to new heights, and his most hardcore supporters are taking that message to heart. People at Trump rallies now routinely drop by the media area to give journalists a piece of their minds, such as chanting "Jew-S-A" at them. It shouldn't entirely come as a surprise, then, to see … [Link]
Mashable » Paris Geller on ‘Gilmore Girls’ was Hillary Clinton and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise
In what world does the most qualified candidate for office risk losing entirely due to likability? In every world, it turns out, or at least in our current reality plus the very real world of Gilmore Girls. One of the most-circulated Gilmore clips on social media, picking up steam as the election draws to a close, is a too-real conversation … [Link]
Slashdot » Samsung To Launch AI Digital Assistant Service For Galaxy S8
Samsung plans to launch an "artificial intelligence" digital assistant with its upcoming Galaxy S8 smartphone, it told Reuters. The announcement comes a month after the company acquired AI startup Viv, a voice assistant that aims to handle everyday tasks for you on its own. The company plans to incorporate this capability on its home appliances and wearable devices as well. … [Link]
Mashable » Kid Cudi performed his first post-rehab show this weekend
It’s been a lot of days n' nites since anyone's seen Kid Cudi but to the delight of fans, the rapper was able to make it to his scheduled performance at the first annual ComplexCon over the weekend. The rapper pulled all the stops on Saturday, Nov. 5—his first performance since he announced in September that he would be checking … [Link]
Mashable » Amazon celebrates Echo's 2nd birthday with $40 price cut
If you've been on the fence about getting an Amazon Echo, today's your lucky day. Amazon is slashing $40 off the voice-controlled tube, bringing the device down to $140 from its regular price of $180. The limited time discount is in celebration of the Echo's second birthday. The smart home controller/speaker launched in late 2014 to Amazon Prime members through an … [Link]
Mashable » Tweet these 3 election hashtags to reveal a secret emoji
Twitter wants you to get #pumped for this presidential election. In anticipation for the big event this Tuesday, the company has announced three official hashtags that will allow users to participate online. By tweeting and searching for #ElectionDay, #ElectionNight and #Election2016, Twitter users will be able to follow along with all the election excitement and also unlock a corresponding ballot box … [Link]
Mashable » Bogus apps are targeting holiday shoppers on the iOS App Store
Holiday shopping? There's an app for that — but you'll want to make sure you're using the right one to avoid compromising your identity and credit card information. Malicious apps designed to trick shoppers have wormed their way into Apple's iOS App Store, according to recent reports in The New York Times and New York Post. They mimic legitimate outlets like … [Link]
Mashable » The Bernie Sanders doppelgänger wants you to know he's not Larry David, either
While Bernie Sanders is less prevalent in the news after he lost the Democratic presidential nomination, he's still a major politician involved in the 2016 election. That means there's still enough reason for Sanders' doppelgänger to prove that he is not, in fact, Bernie Sanders. However, the Sanders look-alike has added a new twist on his classic shirt. SEE ALSO: Tony … [Link]
Mashable » This video of an iguana being chased by snakes will give you nightmares from hell
Guys, if you thought your life was hard, wait until you see this iguana being chased by snakes.The BBC's Planet Earth II brings us this video of a poor little iguana was just going about his business. And then, from literally nowhere, emerges what seems like the world's entire snake population.He runs faster than his little legs can carry him … [Link]
Mashable » Watch clouds move above Saturn's largest moon
This video shows clouds of methane moving above Saturn's largest moon, Titan. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Science, Real Time Video, Real Time, and Us World [Link]
Mashable » Russian fishing boat finds an enormous surprise in their fishing net
Cast a net into the ocean and you're bound to come up with a few surprises. A Russian fishing boat recently reeled in a large catch, but it wasn't exactly the fish they were hoping for. The clip, uploaded to Live Leak on Monday, shows the boat pulling a large net filled with small fish aboard. But as the net is … [Link]
Mashable » Friendless man bravely takes on mannequin challenge by himself
It is a basic human right to participate in the mannequin challenge, regardless of friend count. While most popular videos of the challenge include large groups of participants, Twitter user MartyMula got creative and decided he wouldn't be left out because of his lack of friends. He hilariously did the challenge by himself, and honestly, it's still pretty great. SEE ALSO: … [Link]
Mashable » Lady Gaga channels the suffragette movement in election-inspired outfit
Lady Gaga has never been shy of using fashion to make a bold statement (meat dress…), and with a historical election in full swing, now is not the time for her to stop the head-turning practice. The singer strutted through Narita International Airport in Tokyo, Japan, wearing an outfit that borrows from suffragette-style of the early 1900s. She shared a gif … [Link]
Slashdot » China Adopts Controversial Cybersecurity Law; Experts Say It Will Hurt Businesses
The Chinese government today passed new cybersecurity regulations that will put stringent new requirements on technology companies operating in the country. The proposed Cybersecurity Law comes with data localization, surveillance, and real-name requirements. From a TechCrunch report:The regulation would require instant messaging services and other internet companies to require users to register with their real names and personal information, and … [Link]
Mashable » The first 'Valerian' trailer docks in 3 days, and we got a sneak peek
LOS ANGELES — You see a lot of kooky alien creatures in and around Beverly Hills these days, but on a sunny afternoon last week, the wildest, most eye-popping extraterrestrial life forms were confined to the third floor of a bland office building just off San Vicente Blvd. These are the inhabitants of Valerian: The City of a Thousand Planets — … [Link]
Mashable » This graphite skeleton is literally drawing itself to death
This is Ash Dancer – a life-sized, self-drawing human skeleton made of solid graphite that creates self-portraits until it disappears completely. It's made by artist Agelio Batle and is currently on exhibit at the Jack Fischer Gallery in San Francisco. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Graphite, San Francisco, Sculpture, and Skeleton
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Mashable » Here are the best ways to support Hillary online without getting trashed
Hillary Clinton is potentially poised to become the first female president of the United States tomorrow — but that doesn't mean it's cool to like her or anything. Posting on Facebook is always a dangerous challenge: say the wrong thing, and watch as the hidden trolls in your Facebook family pop up on your pristine wall. And while posting on social … [Link]
Mashable » What to do when you see harassment at the polls on Election Day
All Americans have the legal right to vote without fear of intimidation or threats. The campaign rhetoric this year, however—consistently called racist, sexist, ableist and abusive—makes it hard not to expect tension at the polls, especially in battleground states. SEE ALSO: 8 marginalized groups still fighting for the freedom to vote in the U.S. In early October, Republican presidential candidate Donald … [Link]
Mashable » A hot new color might be coming to the iPhone 7
Forget the Jet Black or matte black iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. Bring on "Jet White." Apple might add a glossy white color to the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, according to a report from the Japanese Apple blog Mac Otakara. SEE ALSO: iPhone 8 might come with wireless charging The site claims sources within the supply chain suggest Apple … [Link]
Mashable » Gmail's iPhone app finally rolls out the unsend button you so desperately need
We’ve all been in this situation before: You hit "send" on an email, then wish you could take it back. Maybe you typed someone's name wrong or entered the wrong email address. With the newly updated Gmail app — the first real overhaul in four years — for iOS, you can now retract the email before it really goes out. SEE … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Massive sea lizards once hunted dinosaur whales in Antarctica
The mosasaur, a huge marine lizard with fearsome jaws and paddle-like limbs, lived 66 million years ago when Antarctica was much warmer than it is today [Link]
Mashable » This letter to Americans has an important message ahead of elections
“What could possibly go wrong?" This is how a message signed "The people of Germany" and addressed to the American people ahead of the presidential elections ended. The content is clear: if you elect Donald Trump to the top post, you're going to end up with your own Adolf Hitler. SEE ALSO: Trump predicts 'Brexit plus plus plus' "Dear Americans," it … [Link]
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Slashdot » Wikipedia's Not as Biased as You Might Think, Say Harvard Researchers
An anonymous reader shares a report on Quartz:In a sea of biased content, Wikipedia is one of the few online outlets that strives for neutrality. After 15 years in operation, it's starting to see results. Researchers at Harvard Business School evaluated almost 4,000 articles in Wikipedia's online database against the same entries in Encyclopedia Brittanica to compare their biases. They … [Link]
Mashable » Trump surrogate decries 'Mazel tov cocktails' in Jay-Z video. Really.
We're less than 24 hours from the first polls opening for Election Day 2016 and as the above clip of Trump surrogate Scottie Nell Hughes indicates, it's not a moment too soon. Hughes was part of a CNN panel discussing Jay-Z and Beyonce's choice to back Hillary Clinton over Trump (2016, everybody!) and Hughes, who's dropped head-scratchers on CNN before, … [Link]
Slashdot » Nvidia Adds Telemetry To Latest Drivers
An anonymous reader shares a report on Ghack: Telemetry — read tracking — seems to be everywhere these days. Microsoft pushes it on Windows, and web and software companies use it as well. While there is certainly some benefit to it on a larger scale, as it may enable these companies to identify broader issues, it is undesirable from a … [Link]
Mashable » Lifelike baby dolls are freaking people out, and they're part of a hidden craze
There is a crazy online phenomenon called 'reborning' which involves making and collecting extremely lifelike baby dolls. They are sold online and predominantly bought by art collectors and grieving, or nostalgic families. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Baby, Online Craze, Emotional Stress, and Dolls
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Mashable » 9 suggestions for Oscar host (and the top 3 are women)
LOS ANGELES — Oscar trivia time: Which Academy Awards host has enjoyed the most viewers since the year 2000? That would be Ellen DeGeneres in 2014, who pulled in 43.74 million eyeballs for her second turn as host. Those numbers backslid the following year, just as they did after she hosted in 2007, and just as they did after Whoopi Goldberg's … [Link]
Mashable » John Oliver finally admits he's responsible for Donald Trump
John Oliver has a confession to make. After spending over a year of his life coming up with new metaphors for Donald Trump's candidacy and orange-encrusted skin, Oliver admitted on 'Last Week Tonight' that he had committed a tragic sin. Years before while a correspondent on 'The Daily Show,' Oliver had encouraged Trump to run for president and offered to … [Link]
Slashdot » LeEco's CEO Jia Yueting Says Company Overstretched, Now Running Out of Cash
LeEco is a giant conglomerate in China. The company offers a range of services — from online streaming service, to smartphones, to TV, to electric cars. On top of that, the company has been aggressively expanding into different markets with India and the United States being the two notable ones. How does it make so much cash? You wonder. It … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Laser probe lets brain surgeons identify cancer cells with sound
It can be hard to see which cells are malignant and which are healthy during an operation – it may be easier to hear the difference [Link]
Mashable » Amy Schumer: people who don't vote are "steamy dumps"
Every four years, millions of people choose not to vote, whether because they couldn't decide on a candidate or simply don't care. Pollsters call some of these voters "undecided," while sociologists refer to them as "apathetic," but Amy Schumer has a slightly more scientific classification for them: steamy dumps. SEE ALSO: Amy Schumer 'apologizes' to Florida Trump fans with an open … [Link]
Mashable » Google is bringing net banking option to buy stuff from its Play store in India
Google may have been quietly making it easier for Indians to purchase apps, books, movies from the Google Play store. SEE ALSO: Google will make it easy for Airtel, Vodafone users in India to buy paid apps with carrier billing Users in India are reporting they can see the net banking payment option to buy apps, songs, movies and games from … [Link]
Mashable » If you're getting your first PlayStation, wait for a PS4 Pro
Anyone considering a PlayStation 4 Pro purchase is facing one of two questions: 1. Should I upgrade to a PlayStation 4 Pro from my existing PS4? No, probably not. Unless your home gaming setup includes a 4K television of some kind, there's really no reason to consider a Pro purchase if your base PS4 is still running fine. This is doubly … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Sex and dentistry: I made a fellatio prosthetic for my mouth
Dentist-turned-artist Kuang-Yi Ku wants to change the way we think about medicine – and our mouths – with custom sex prosthetics. Frank Swain tried it out [Link]
Slashdot » Security Firm Shows How To Hack a US Voting Machine
An anonymous reader writes: "Three days before the US Presidential Election takes place, California-based security firm Cylance showed the world how easy it is to hack one of the many [electronic] voting machine models that will be deployed at voting stations across the US on Election Day." Bleeping Computer reports that "The machine that Cylance researchers chose for their test … [Link]
Mashable » The kitten meditation video you need to help you keep your election chill
As the U.S. presidential draws ever nearer, tension is officially running high. But, with only one more day to go, the world needs some calm before the election storm. And, friends, that calm comes in the form of a meditation video with a cast of adorable, therapeutic cats and kittens. SEE ALSO: Try this simple trick to alleviate anxiety on … [Link]
Mashable » Trump predicts 'Brexit plus plus plus'
He enigmatically called himself Mr. Brexit and now, faithful to his style, Donald Trump is predicting an oversized, "Brexit-style" result to the U.S. elections. SEE ALSO: Brexit just got a whole lot more interesting Speaking in Pennsylvania just two days before the presidential elections, Trump again tried to make a comparison to the surprising results of British referendum on European Union … [Link]
Mashable » This student's fake tearjerker of a Christmas ad fooled the internet
Each year, the John Lewis Christmas advert brings the United Kingdom to an emotional standstill. From the little girl who sent presents to the lonesome man on the moon, to the little boy with a penguin for a best friend — there's not a dry eye in the house when the beloved John Lewis ads air. A-level student Nick Jablonka … [Link]
Mashable » Xiaomi launches its Magic Mouse 2
Xiaomi didn't hesitate taking inspiration from Apple's MacBook for its Notebook Air a few months ago, it's certainly not shying away from following the suit for its first computer mouse — weirdly named the Mi Portable Mouse. SEE ALSO: Xiaomi's announces Mi VR headset with remote control Unlike the Magic Mouse 2, which has been criticized for bad design choices (it’s … [Link]
Mashable » Janet Reno, first woman to serve as U.S. attorney general, dies
Janet Reno, the first woman to serve as U.S. attorney general under President Bill Clinton, has died at 78 from complications of Parkinson's disease, her goddaughter said. SEE ALSO: CNN's Dana Bash pulls no punches on Trump's threat to jail Clinton Reno, who spent her final days at home in Miami surrounded by family and friends, served nearly eight years as … [Link]
Mashable » Don't believe your eyes, these intricate dishes are cookies
A food artist is taking the miniature food trend to the next level by creating little, intricate replicas of Japanese dishes. Osaka's Chikoto Kawakami is creating cookies with such amazing icing skills, you'd swear they were actual miniature dishes. SEE ALSO: Watch tiny gourmet dishes get prepped with sublime skill A photo posted by masako (@chi___koko) on Sep 28, 2016 at … [Link]
Mashable » Grannies settle their dispute the Muay Thai way
When you're done exchanging words, maybe a good old fashioned boxing match is the answer to settling a dispute. These Thai women from Udon Thani are in their 70s, but gamely participated in a sparring match, watched by an enthusiastic crowd of villagers. SEE ALSO: Badass Irish grandmother pulls off water bottle trick like it ain't no thang According to … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Modern Linux Administration – $21.49 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "Modern Linux Administration" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-11-08 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » Julian Assange finally to be interviewed by prosecutors
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will be interviewed at the Ecuadorian Embassy in London over sexual assault allegations on Nov. 14. The interview could help end the deadlock that has seen Assange holed up in the Ecuadorian embassy since 2012. SEE ALSO: Ecuador confirms it cut off Julian Assange's internet access In a statement, the Swedish Prosecution Authority confirmed the interview will … [Link]
Mashable » Samsung's Siri killer to debut on the Galaxy S8
Partially thanks to the Note7 fiasco, Samsung has been unusually open about its next batch of flagship phones, the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Note8. Owners of Note7 in some markets can replace their device for an advance discount on these upcoming phones, and now we know about one feature that will debut on the S8. According to Reuters, the company said … [Link]
Mashable » Taj Mahal disappears in a blanket of deadly smog
If you are coming to India to visit the Taj Mahal, you might want to change your plans. SEE ALSO: NASA reveals why New Delhi is blanketed with deadly smog Each year tens of millions of people come to Agra to see one of the seven wonders of the world. But the view of the iconic mausoleum these days is leaving … [Link]
Slashdot » Elon Musk Predicts Automation Will Lead To A Universal Basic Income
An anonymous reader quotes Mashable's new article about Tesla/SpaceX founder Elon Musk: Tech innovators in the self-driving car and AI industries talk a lot about how many human jobs will be innovated out of existence, but they rarely explain what will happen to all those newly jobless humans. In an interview with CNBC on Friday, Musk said that he believes … [Link]
Mashable » Footballer's school talk on internet security ends in a porn screening
Prepare to cringe. A well-known Australian footballer has accidentally aired a snippet from a pornographic film during a high school talk. On internet security. SEE ALSO: Arrested woman turns over her tote bag and the surprise koala therein You may remember Jarryd Hayne as the rugby league player who took on his dream of professional American football with the San Francisco … [Link]
Mashable » Arrested woman turns over her tote bag and the surprise koala therein
In Australia, the best kind of koala is a surprise koala. That's just a fact. Law enforcers in Queensland, Australia found that out when conducting a routine arrest of a Brisbane woman, who handed over her bag saying it contained some precious cargo. SEE ALSO: Aussie police are already arresting creepy clowns after multiple sightings Confused, police took a closer look … [Link]
Mashable » Twitter went down and people put on their tin foil hats
Wake up sheeple! Now is not the time to sleep on suspicious connections between mega social media platforms and the presidential race. Twitter went down globally Monday, and it's no mere coincidence. Or that's the theory, according to the concerned citizens who flooded Twitter's Facebook page (naturally) to complain. The common thread, as they see it? The micro-blogging service is clearly … [Link]
Mashable » Dude who took selfies in the middle of a forest fire gets scolded AF
When there's smoke, there's fire. When there's fire, you should probably get the hell out of there. But if you're Australian man Kevin Kwok, you might want to get yourself a rather dangerous-looking selfie instead. Just be prepared to get slightly burnt on social media. SEE ALSO: Backpacker 'body slams' a crocodile after trying to get a selfie with it Kwok … [Link]
Mashable » 5 of the best indie VR games from PAX Australia to watch out for
Virtual reality gaming is just a fledgling industry, but indie studios are already pushing the boundaries. For the first time at the PAX Australia conference in Melbourne, the indie "PAX Rising" section of the convention floor was filled with people boxing, fighting dinosaurs and solving puzzles in game demonstrations that no one else could see. SEE ALSO: 8 expert tips for … [Link]
Mashable » Obama hits Trump with a Twitter diss only a president can deliver
Earlier we told you about Donald Trump's campaign staff taking over his Twitter account, a move some believe was meant to keep the famously Twitter-obsessed candidate from damaging his own chances with another social media gaffe before the vote on Tuesday. Word of this change apparently got back to President Obama and he decided to go in on Trump in … [Link]
Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: Why Are American Tech Workers Paid So Well?
Slashdot reader davidwr is "an American-born, American-educated mid-career IT professional." But he's still curious about why American geeks earn more than their IT counterparts overseas: If I'm a mid-career programmer looking for a job, why should I expect to be paid a whole lot more than my peer in India when applying for a job that could easily be outsourced … [Link]
Mashable » 'CU in the NT' is quite possibly the wildest tourism slogan ever
There’s something in the water in Australia's Northern Territory a.k.a. the NT. If you've ever had the pleasure of reading the always-entertaining NT News, or checked out the "fun" tourist activities on offer, you've probably figured out that Territorians have more of a rough (and sweary) vibe than other Australians. SEE ALSO: Backpacker 'body slams' a crocodile after trying to get … [Link]
Mashable » 11-year-old surfer gives adorably honest interview, melts hearts online
Sabre Norris is an 11-year-old surfer from Newcastle, Australia, and she's absolutely winning at life. Sure, she's the youngest ever surfer to compete in the upcoming Sydney International Women's Pro competition event, but it was her interview with Australian breakfast show Today that has set social media hearts ablaze. SEE ALSO: Young woman steals limelight from reporter, says 'hi' to her … [Link]
Mashable » Hundreds of thousands storm Seoul's streets calling for South Korea's president to step down
South Korea's capital is still fuming after staging one of the country's largest demonstrations in years. On Saturday, an estimated 200,000 people stormed the streets of Seoul calling for President Park Geun-hye to resign over allegedly allowing her confidante to manipulate power from the shadows. 
Image: Chung Sung-Jun/Getty ImagesSEE ALSO: Will America join these 16 countries with female heads of state? … [Link]
Mashable » ‘The Walking Dead’ actually has a lot in common with the presidential election
This recap contains spoilers for The Walking Dead Season 7, episode 3, titled “The Cell.” If you missed last week’s installment, catch up with our recap of episode 702. If the Season 7 premiere of The Walking Dead focused on Negan’s attempts to break Rick, this week’s episode was concerned with the sadistic leader’s attempts to do the same to Daryl. … [Link]
Mashable » 'Westworld' may have finally killed someone off in episode 6
This recap contains spoilers for Westworld Season 1, episode 6, titled "The Adversary." Refresh your memory of where we left off with last week's recap. It was bound to happen eventuallyWestworld went almost six full episodes without killing anyone off, which, in a post-Game of Thrones TV world, is more or less unheard of. But at the end of “The Adversary,” … [Link]
Mashable » After Tinder murder trial, acquitted man paid for cringe-worthy interview
The man found "not guilty" in the lengthy "Tinder murder" trial of 26-year-old Warriena Wright has agreed to give an exclusive interview with Australia's 60 Minutes, reportedly worth six figures. With previews from 30-year-old Gable Tostee's TV special hitting the internet over the weekend, many online commentators are pledging to boycott the episode, highlighting its apparent seedy vibes and "disrespect" … [Link]
Slashdot » Gawker Pays $750,000 To That Guy Who Didn't Invent Email
Shiva Ayyadurai still claims he invented email — rather than the late ARPANET pioneer Ray Tomlinson. Now Gizmodo reports that Ayyadurai "will receive a $750,000 settlement from Gawker Media, the bankrupt publisher that he sued for defamation earlier this year." As part of the settlement, Gawker Media has agreed to delete three stories from the archive of Gawker.com, including one … [Link]
Mashable » Meet the 12-year-old legend who sews teddy bears for sick children
An Australian boy's simple acts of kindness are going a long way. Campbell Remess is a 12-year-old boy from Tasmania, who's been making teddy bears for sick children by hand. Under the name Project 365, he's aiming to create one fluffy present a day for kids in hospital, and making a lot of people cry on social media in the process. … [Link]
Mashable » LeBron James helps Hillary Clinton's full court press in Cleveland
Less than 48 hours after Hillary Clinton celebrated the endorsement of Queen Bey in Cleveland, she was back in the 216 to rally with King James. SEE ALSO: Watch Katy Perry perform on the campaign trail for her pal, 'Hilly C' LeBron James, an Akron, Ohio native, was joined by Clinton and his Cleveland Cavaliers teammate J.R. Smith onstage, introducing the … [Link]
Mashable » 8 expert tips for turning your gaming obsession into an IRL career
If video games are your passion, good news! You can turn that love into a living. The bad news? Thousands of people have the same idea. At PAX Australia in Melbourne, Mashable sat down with three people who play games and create online videos full-time. SEE ALSO: Virtual reality should stop trying to imitate traditional gaming Australian Kathleen Belsten livestreams … [Link]
Mashable » Apple's MacBook Pro gets perfect slam from ancient Lenovo ad
We get it: A lot of you hate the new MacBook Pro. Whether it's the new Touch Bar so many think they don't need, or the dongle hell that Apple's port switcheroo will cause, the company's latest laptop isn’t winning many (vocal) fans. Now, just two weeks after the launch of the MacBook Pro, an ancient Lenovo commercial from 2008 … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft Promises To Defend World Chess Champion From Russian Hackers
"World chess champion Magnus Carlsen has asked Microsoft to protect him against Russian hackers, as he expects to become the target of cyber attacks launched before the match with grandmaster Sergey Karjakin next week," reports Softpedia. An anonymous reader shares more details from The Telegraph: The man dubbed the 'Mozart of chess' has spent months using high-powered chess computers to … [Link]
Mashable » South Korea dominates the Overwatch World Cup
The South Koreans didn't drop a map during the entire tournament in a spectacular performance. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Blizzard Entertainment, Blizzcon 2016, Overwatch League, and Overwatch World Cup [Link]
Mashable » Backpacker 'body slams' a crocodile after trying to get a selfie with it
There’s nothing more embarrassing than slipping and falling on your arse. Except perhaps, slipping and falling on top of a crocodile. 27-year-old Danish backpacker Johnny Bonde and his girlfriend Kirsty Jacobs had been travelling around Australia on a year-long trip that was going swimmingly — right up until Bonde tried to get a selfie with a crocodile in the far north … [Link]
Mashable » Hyperloop One video teases project launch in Dubai
Early enthusiasm around the Hyperloop idea from Elon Musk has waned in terms of public conversation, but several companies are still working hard to make the next-gen, high-speed transportation option a reality. SEE ALSO: Hyperloop CEO shows off augmented reality window concept To date, we've mostly seen concept drawings and prototype capsules, but now a new video, released on Sunday, delivers … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT #2349: Shoots and Dongles!
Play the Dongle game! (Apologies to the snakes) [Link]
Mashable » 'You have a knife? I have two': Store owner scares away thief like a boss
Most of us would cower at the sight of a thief trying to rob us. Not 46-year-old Hunter Hu, a noodle restaurant owner from Brisbane in Australia. Hell no. Hu was confronted by a 19-year-old man, who passed a note demanding money, pointing to a single knife tucked into his pants. SEE ALSO: Las Vegas pet store sells native Australian … [Link]
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