John Gordon Ross

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 » Supermodel Karlie Kloss gives you a 360-degree look into her life

Wednesday 21 December 23:57:07 UTC 2016

Karlie Kloss' passions go beyond the runway. The supermodel, who recently made a name for herself in the tech world with her coding camp, has also quietly been building her online video presence.  Kloss has been posting content on her YouTube channel —- titled "Klossy" — for awhile. But now, the 24-year-old has started dabbling in 360-degree and VR vlogging, with … [Link]

Mashable » Stadium security makes spectacular mid-game catch look like it's NBD

Wednesday 21 December 23:49:10 UTC 2016

You may not be a fan of cricket, but you'll definitely appreciate this absolute peach of a catch. A security guard working at an Australian Big Bash League game between the Brisbane Heat and the Adelaide Strikers on Wednesday night, wowed the crowd with a catch of a lifetime.  And didn't even crack a smile. SEE ALSO: Braveheart England cricketer's artificial … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook reveals how many times governments requested data in 2016

Wednesday 21 December 23:28:30 UTC 2016

Around the world, governments submitted more requests for data on Facebook users in the first half of 2016.  But, despite it being a time of political turmoil, they also asked for fewer posts to be taken down, according Facebook’s biannual transparency report. Requests for data rose 27 percent from January to June 2016, up from 46,710 to 59,229 requests, compared to … [Link]

Slashdot » A Ham Radio Software Company Has Been Blacklisting Users For Leaving Negative Reviews

Wednesday 21 December 23:20:00 UTC 2016

Gandalf_the_Beardy quotes a report from The Register: The Register reports on the story of Jim Giercyk, an amateur radio enthusiast who had his copy of the popular Ham Radio Deluxe (HRD) software revoked after posting a negative review. Other radio hams have followed up with us regarding claims that this was not an isolated incident and others may have had … [Link]

Mashable » Here's some clever ways to get Snapchat Spectacles for the holidays

Wednesday 21 December 23:00:38 UTC 2016

For anyone in the New York City area, getting Snapchat Spectacles is fairly simple, assuming you have the money. There's a store, after all — that brick and mortar thing people physically travel to in order to make purchases.  But if you're not in the area (and you're not willing to chase a pair of Spectacles down at the random kiosks … [Link]

Popular Science » Russian special forces may get a robot tanklet

Wednesday 21 December 22:55:23 UTC 2016

Military A tiny little engine of autonomous doom A tiny little engine of autonomous doom. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » This camera lets you toss your dog a treat from anywhere in the world

Wednesday 21 December 22:55:08 UTC 2016

The 'Furbo Dog Camera' let's you communicate with your dog remotely.  Read more…More about Mashable Video, Tech, Cute Animals, Dogs, and Real Time Video [Link]

Slashdot » Obama Blocks Offshore Drilling In Atlantic, Arctic Areas

Wednesday 21 December 22:42:37 UTC 2016

Before the new administration takes over next month, President Obama took new action Wednesday to place large sections of the Arctic and the Atlantic Oceans off limits to oil drilling. NPR reports: The Arctic protections are a joint partnership with Canada. "These actions, and Canada's parallel actions, protect a sensitive and unique ecosystem that is unlike any other region on … [Link]

Slashdot » The Loyalty To AMD's GPU Product Among AMD CPU Buyers Is Decreasing

Wednesday 21 December 22:30:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader shares a report: Data from the builds on PCPartPicker show an interesting trend among the buyers of AMD CPUs. Of the 25,780 builds on PCPartPicker from the last 31 months with a price point between $450âS – $5,000, 19% included an AMD CPU. This is in-line with the Steam Hardware Surveys, but things have changed recently. Builds … [Link]

Mashable » Proof that Santa hats look even more adorable when worn in space

Wednesday 21 December 22:29:47 UTC 2016

It's the most wonderful time of the year for people on Earth and astronauts on the International Space Station. While astronauts floating 250 miles above Earth in the Space Station won't be able to come back home for a holiday visit, they will still celebrate in style onboard the orbiting outpost. SEE ALSO: This is how you celebrate Thanksgiving in … [Link]

Popular Science » Books to buy for your smart friend

Wednesday 21 December 22:26:00 UTC 2016

Gift Guides Fill their holiday season with reading material. Need a gift for your favorite smartypants? These are the best science and sci-fi books of 2016. [Link]

Mashable » To win in 2017, Microsoft has to keep innovating

Wednesday 21 December 22:08:50 UTC 2016

What happens when you stop being afraid? Ask Microsoft, a company that seemed to spend the better part of a decade tiptoeing around customer concerns and competitive land mines to create a string of perfectly acceptable products with very little heat. Fast forward to the last couple of years where Microsoft has consistently surprised customers and even outshone competitors.  SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » One festive office worker turned her cubicle into a winter wonderland

Wednesday 21 December 22:06:16 UTC 2016

Working in an office can be pretty depressing, especially around the holidays, so people will try just about anything to distract themselves from the monotony. An office in Pennsylvania decided to hold a cubicle decorating contest to keep things fun around the holidays, and one worker went full-blown Jim Halpert on their cubicle. SEE ALSO: 11 tips for pooping at … [Link]

Mashable » Five hilarious, heartwarming holiday movies to get you in the spirit

Wednesday 21 December 22:00:00 UTC 2016

It’s time to get into the holiday spirit, whether you're ready for all the gift-giving, mashed-potato-eating, dysfunctional family madness or not. To help you prepare, CineFix has rounded up the five best-ever holiday movies—from Thanksgiving to Hanukkah to Christmas to New Year's—that bring out the season's best in all of us.  Subscribe to CineFix for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/cinefix&#~ Read more…More about … [Link]

Mashable » Nintendo has the most amazing holiday gift for 'Zelda' fans

Wednesday 21 December 21:55:31 UTC 2016

This might make up for the scant availability of NES Classic Edition. Might. Nintendo of Europe delivered a holiday surprise for Zelda fans on Wednesday, in the form of design documents. From the original NES game, The Legend of Zelda. SEE ALSO: All 30 NES Classic Edition games, reviewed (in 30 words) One video, two GIFs and four images offer … [Link]

Slashdot » White Hat Security Group Hacks Marvel Twitter Accounts

Wednesday 21 December 21:50:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Polygon: Netflix, Marvel and various Marvel-affiliated Twitter accounts became the latest victims of hacker group OurMine on Wednesday. On Wednesday morning, the group took over control of Netflix's twitter account, issuing a message to the company's 2.4 million followers about the lack of security Netflix had. The full message was followed by a … [Link]

Mashable » Snow falls in Sahara Desert town for the 1st time in more than 3 decades

Wednesday 21 December 21:34:42 UTC 2016

For the first time in 37 years, snow fell in Ain Sefra, Algeria in the Sahara Desert on Dec. 20, 2016. It turned the arid desert into a stunning landscape of contrasts. The community is known as the "Gateway to the Sahara," and is located just high enough (at about 3,200 feet) that when an unusually strong storm at upper levels … [Link]

Slashdot » LibreOffice Will Have New 'MUFFIN' UI

Wednesday 21 December 21:10:53 UTC 2016

New submitter iampiti writes: The Document Foundation has announced a new user interface concept for LibreOffice. Users will be able to choose from several toolbar configurations including the "Notebook bar" which is similar to Microsoft Office's ribbon. According to TDF, "The MUFFIN (My User Friendly — Flexible Interface) represents a new approach to UI design, based on the respect of … [Link]

Mashable » It's not just you, Tumblr went down today

Wednesday 21 December 20:54:27 UTC 2016

UPDATED 7:10 p.m. ET with information from a group claiming responsibility for the hack.  Tumblr went down for over two hours this afternoon as a result of a large-scale DDoS attack. A group claiming to be behind the attack contacted Mashable with one clear message: This was for the lulz. But what was funny to the hackers was frustrating for Tumblr … [Link]

Mashable » 'Smog refugees' struggle to escape 'Airpocolypse' in Beijing

Wednesday 21 December 20:54:13 UTC 2016

Winter has arrived in Beijing, and residents are struggling to escape the heavy smog that has settled on the city.  This season the air pollution in China — stemming from power plants, factories, vehicles and other sources — has grown so bad during the past five days that it has put the safety of half a billion people at risk. Since … [Link]

Mashable » NBA rookie dunks on LeBron James and Kyrie Irving in the same damn game

Wednesday 21 December 20:46:44 UTC 2016

How was your Tuesday night? Guarantee it wasn't as fun as that of Malcolm Brogdon, an NBA rookie from the University of Virginia.  First, Brogdon dunked all up on star Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving — then he one-upped himself by throwing down a reverse jam over none other than LeBron James. That's right: The rookie dunked on the two … [Link]

Slashdot » Government Requests For Facebook User Data Up 27 Percent in First Half of 2016

Wednesday 21 December 20:40:00 UTC 2016

Facebook said Wednesday that government requests for user account data rose 27 percent in the first half of 2016, compared to the second half of last year, with U.S. law enforcement agencies topping the list. From a report on TechCrunch: According to the report, government requests for account data increased by 27 percent globally as compared with the last half … [Link]

Mashable » Sling TV's set-top box will unite streaming and broadcast channels in one place

Wednesday 21 December 20:36:48 UTC 2016

Dish’s Sling TV is pushing out even further into living rooms with the release of its own streaming device, the AirTV Player. The set-top box looks to bring everything a cable TV escapee could hope for all into one seamless interface: Netflix, local broadcasts and, of course, live cable channel service through a Sling TV subscription. As is the case with … [Link]

Mashable » The first-ever IHOP-Applebee's is coming to make food dreams come true

Wednesday 21 December 20:26:37 UTC 2016

Many Americans experience supreme difficulty deciding between Applebee's or IHOP. Fortunately, Detroit has a solution: the first-ever combination IHOP/Applebee's restaurant will open in 2017. SEE ALSO: Polka dot omelettes are apparently a thing in Japan As reported by The Detroit Free Press, the restaurant will be located in the Millender Building in the city's downtown and cater towards people working in … [Link]

Mashable » This secretary has no idea that she has a weed pipe on her desk

Wednesday 21 December 20:22:46 UTC 2016

Glass pipes used to smoke cannabis are works of art worthy of being on display. Though sometimes their beauty can distract people from realizing what they're truly intended for. A Twitter user named Ellie was recently visiting her primary care doctor in Greensboro, North Carolina, for a check up when she noticed something peculiar on the secretary's desk.  Image: suppliedIt's a … [Link]

Popular Science » The most surprising places where it (sometimes) snows

Wednesday 21 December 20:16:16 UTC 2016

Environment And the pics to prove it Did you know you could go skiing in Hawaii? Catch a sprinkling of snow across the Sahara? Here are some recent wacky weather events to get you in a white-Christmas kind… [Link]

Slashdot » Nokia Sues Apple, Claims Patent Infringement in iPhone and Other Devices

Wednesday 21 December 20:00:00 UTC 2016

Nokia today announced a number of patent infringement complaints against Apple in Europe and the U.S. courts. There are 32 patents in total that Nokia claims Apple infringed, covering technologies such as display, user interface, software, antenna, chipsets and video coding. From a report on MarketWatch: Nokia said Apple agreed to license a few of Nokia Technologies' patents in 2011, … [Link]

Mashable » Boyfriend buys girlfriend the gift of her dreams: a blanket with his face on it

Wednesday 21 December 19:57:46 UTC 2016

When it comes to gifts, it's always the thought that counts. Take 17-year-old Alyson Alfaro, for example, whose seemingly outlandish gift from her boyfriend  turned out to be exactly what she wanted. SEE ALSO: Man's live tweets from a café prove love isn't dead Alfaro and her boyfriend, Exavier don't get to see each other often because they live three hours … [Link]

Mashable » Steelers kicker given 'random' drug test after making 6 field goals

Wednesday 21 December 19:39:50 UTC 2016

The NFL randomly selected Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Chris Boswell for a drug test on Wednesday morning, but oh, does the timing seem far from "random." Responsible for 18 of his team's 24 points on Sunday, Steelers kicker Chris Boswell pretty much "put the team on his back," as they say. His six field goals mark a career best, which makes this … [Link]

Popular Science » The hibernation science in ‘Passengers’ is not far from reality

Wednesday 21 December 19:12:18 UTC 2016

Space Suspended animation may help us survive interplanetary travel, but it won't keep us alive for 120 years When humans finally travel to another planet—and that day is coming soon—a question will need to be answered: How do astronauts spend their time on an interplanetary… [Link]

Mashable » 'The Bachelor' gets its own show on Snapchat

Wednesday 21 December 19:10:21 UTC 2016

Now you can get your Bachelor fix on Snapchat. On Wednesday, Snap Inc. and Disney ABC Television Group announced they will partner up to create original episodic shows for Snapchat Discover. The programming will kick off with Watch Party: The Bachelor, a complement to ABC's popular franchise which kicks off its 21st season on Jan. 2. SEE ALSO: An official 'Bachelor' … [Link]

Mashable » Liam Hemsworth makes an adorably awkward appearance in the Cyrus Christmas photo

Wednesday 21 December 19:08:19 UTC 2016

Is it really even a Christmas gathering without an awkward family photo?  Liam Hemsworth and Miley Cyrus posed for a family portrait on Wednesday and the Aussie actor looks very adorably out of place in the picture.  SEE ALSO: Watch Miley Cyrus, Dolly Parton and Pentatonix take on 'Jolene' Cyrus fam Christmas in full swing 🎄 A photo posted by Brandi … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Facebook's Account Kit Offers Alternative to SMS

Wednesday 21 December 19:08:00 UTC 2016

Facebook released Account Kit, which has been in testing for some time, to developers earlier this week. The basic idea is to minimize the pain of logging into mobile applications, particularly in instances when SMS and other tools may not be available. [Link]

Mashable » Why Snap opened an office in China

Wednesday 21 December 19:03:49 UTC 2016

Snap Inc. has been staffing up and expanding globally ahead of its highly anticipated public offering next year. The startup, formerly known as Snapchat, most recently opened an office in Shenzhen, China. SEE ALSO: Your first hands-on look at Snapchat's Spectacles The new office, which currently has about 20 employees, is focused on the development of Spectacles, Snap's recently-released video-camera sunglasses, … [Link]

Popular Science » We’ve been grinding up plants to eat for over 10,000 years

Wednesday 21 December 18:54:38 UTC 2016

Science Early humans loved them some leaves If you had to eat a ficus you’d grind it up too… [Link]

Mashable » If you wanted to watch a man get stung by a bullet ant before the holidays, you're in luck

Wednesday 21 December 18:49:34 UTC 2016

Okay, you clicked on this, which means you're the type of person who wants to see some ants sting people today. Good. Welcome to the club. Here's a long video in which animal expert/wildman Coyote Peterson finds a bullet ant and makes it sting him. The bullet ant packs the 15th most painful insect sting in the world, which is … [Link]

Slashdot » Google Employee Sues For $3.8 Billion Over Confidentiality Policies

Wednesday 21 December 18:40:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader writes: A Google product manager has filed a lawsuit against the company for its confidentiality policies on the grounds they violate California labor laws. California labor laws give employees the right to discuss workplace issues with law enforcement, regulators, the media, and other employees. Google is accused of firing the employee for exercising his rights, then smearing … [Link]

Mashable » After hacking Netflix, OurMine hits Marvel accounts

Wednesday 21 December 18:28:48 UTC 2016

UPDATED 2:35 p.m. ET: Added comment from Marvel spokesperson After accessing Netflix's Twitter account, the collective OurMine has now logged in to several Twitter accounts associated with Marvel, including the company's main account and those associated with several Marvel Cinematic Universe films.  SEE ALSO: Netflix's Twitter account hacked by OurMine The tweets sent by the group from the accounts were very … [Link]

Mashable » Where to watch your favorite Christmas movies this holiday

Wednesday 21 December 18:23:11 UTC 2016

Christmas means fighting with your family about what to watch after a day of incessant eating and unwrapping presents (best case scenario). We've narrowed that list to some of our favorites, and only the ones available on streaming. Merry Christmas, ya' filthy animals. SEE ALSO: How Mariah Carey ended up in a YouTube Red Christmas special with DJ Khaled Love Actually … [Link]

Mashable » This smart exoskeleton could help paraplegics walk again

Wednesday 21 December 18:12:59 UTC 2016

Hyundai is venturing into robotics with the H-MEX exoskeleton system that will allow people with limited mobility to walk.  Read more…More about Mashable Video, Robotics, Disabilities, Technology, and H Mex [Link]

Mashable » Cosplayers pull a 'Nightmare Before Christmas' prank on mall Santa

Wednesday 21 December 18:08:43 UTC 2016

Former mall goths will feel a certain fondness for the excellent Nightmare Before Christmas prank these cosplayers played on a local mall Santa. We kidnapped Mr. Sandy Claws pic.twitter.com/Owhbj2Y80l — 🌹elissa@DEATH🌹&#128~ (@jabbertalk) December 19, 2016 ;^) pic.twitter.com/Gq7CraFpO5 — 🌹elissa@DEATH🌹&#128~ (@jabbertalk) December 19, 2016 For those who didn't spend 2006 holed up in a Hot Topic, these cosplayers are dressed as Lock, … [Link]

Slashdot » Twitter Is 'Toast' and the Stock Is Not Even Worth $10, Says Analyst

Wednesday 21 December 18:00:00 UTC 2016

Twitter is "toast" as a company and the stock is not even worth $10, according to a research note published Tuesday, following the departure of another top executive at the social media service. From a report on CNBC: The microblogging platform's chief technology officer, Adam Messinger, tweeted that he would leave the company and "take some time off", while Josh … [Link]

Mashable » Duck chasing laser pointer thinks it's a cat

Wednesday 21 December 17:53:49 UTC 2016

Animals – and occasionally, small humans – chasing laser pointers will always be entertaining.  At first, this duck appears to be diving, but at a closer look, you can see that it's chasing a laser pointer just like a cat. We're now wondering if it loves playing with balls of string as well.  Skateboarding is much more fun from a dog's … [Link]

Mashable » Man's live tweets from a café prove love isn't dead

Wednesday 21 December 17:48:33 UTC 2016

It’s not everyday that you find yourself in the middle of a timeless love story. Twitter user @notjerryclayton, however, might have found himself in just that. SEE ALSO: Girlfriend somehow delighted by her boyfriend's gift of an empty box While sitting in a café in Brooklyn, Jerry Clayton supposedly witnessed the shop's female barista bravely confess her romantic feelings for her … [Link]

Mashable » Young adults and the evolution of modern food culture

Wednesday 21 December 17:47:03 UTC 2016

Paid Content by Aflac From a financial perspective, young adults are a relatively future-focused, financially savvy group. Millennials do, however, spend more money on dining out than any previous generation. Recently, an Australian writer made headlines when he asserted that millennials can’t afford homes — because they’re spending too much on avocado toast.This blanket statement, however, misses the point. There’s so … [Link]

Mashable » Chrismukkah this year is more perfect than normal. Allow 'The O.C.' to explain.

Wednesday 21 December 17:34:34 UTC 2016

As everyone who loyally watched seminal Fox dramedy The O.C. from 2003-07 (or knew someone who loyally watched The O.C. from 2003 to 2007) is well aware, Chrismukkah time is nearly upon us. Chrismukkah has been a popular term in pop culture for over a decade at this point, but just in case you've somehow forgotten the holiday, here's your high … [Link]

Mashable » Prove your undying allegiance to 'Harry Potter' with golden snitch engagement rings

Wednesday 21 December 17:34:14 UTC 2016

Listen up, Harry Potter nerds. If you're having a HP-themed wedding and think that's big enough to show how you're dedicating your life to the Wizarding World, you're mistaken. So you have a baby and give it a mandrake-themed photoshoot, maybe you get a HP tattoo. But no. There's more you can do. To prove your commitment to Harry Potter, you … [Link]

Mashable » A glossary of 2016, the words that defined the year

Wednesday 21 December 17:31:28 UTC 2016

LONDON — It's been an eventful year. From Britain voting to leave the European Union to Donald Trump being elected president of the United States. No one can accuse 2016 of being dull. Some words and terms grew in prominence over the past twelve months, some new words were invented and some existing words gathered fresh meaning. Here's a selection of … [Link]

Mashable » Watch the first surgery recorded with Snapchat Spectacles

Wednesday 21 December 17:29:57 UTC 2016

You can now watch a surgery filmed via Snapchat Spectacles.  Shafi Ahmed, a teaching surgeon in the United Kingdom, put on a pair of Spectacles earlier this month to record a hernia procedure for his students.  SEE ALSO: Sextacles: How Snapchat's new Spectacles are being used in the sack Around 200 students watched as he explained the procedure in 10-second … [Link]

Mashable » Holy sh*t snow just fell in the Sahara Desert for the second time in living memory

Wednesday 21 December 17:21:00 UTC 2016

The last time snow was recorded in this town in the Sahara Desert was in 1979.  Read more…More about Mashable Video, Real Time Video, Weather, Snow, and Nature [Link]

Slashdot » Nintendo's Mobile Mario Game Sets Download Record But Pricing Proves Sticking Point

Wednesday 21 December 17:20:00 UTC 2016

Nintendo's first Mario smartphone game has set a download record but gamers baulked at the one-time cost of unlocking content, prompting investors to push the Japanese game makers' stock to a one-month low. From a report on Reuters: Super Mario Run hit 25 million downloads just four days after its Dec. 15 release in 151 countries on Apple's App Store, … [Link]

Mashable » This geyser erupting on a frigid day will make your winter solstice

Wednesday 21 December 17:12:01 UTC 2016

The famed Old Faithful geyser erupts into a clear blue sky in a new video shared by Yellowstone National Park.  The steam shot forth by the geyser matches the snow blanketing the ground on the frigid winter morning this was filmed, with the cold, dry air causing a billowing cloud to condense and rise high into the sky.  SEE ALSO: Watch … [Link]

Mashable » MashReads Podcast: Exploring the bravery and resistance of 'Cloud Atlas'

Wednesday 21 December 17:00:34 UTC 2016

“Yet, what is any ocean but a multitude of drops?" So asks David Mitchell in his post-modern masterpiece Cloud Atlas. In many ways, it's a fitting question that sums up the book entirely.  SEE ALSO: MashReads Podcast: 'Cat's Cradle' is the absurdist book we should all read Cloud Atlas is composed of six stories, each about bravery and resistance in their … [Link]

Mashable » Tom Hanks sent this fan a Polaroid selfie and letter, because that's just what he does these days

Wednesday 21 December 16:48:41 UTC 2016

Tom Hanks might be everyone's favorite Hollywood nice guy, but lately, the Academy Award-winning actor has instead embraced the role of everyone's favorite pen pal.  After a fan shipped Hanks a letter along with a selfie, the actor took some time to respond back with a note (written on a typewriter, of course). He even included a Polaroid selfie with the … [Link]

Mashable » 'Through the roof' Christmas trees are the season's most festive prank

Wednesday 21 December 16:45:03 UTC 2016

If you want a 20-foot tree, you get that 20-foot tree. In true holiday spirit, a few festive pranksters are displaying "through the roof" Christmas trees, much to the confusion of Twitter and, we're sure, their neighbors. It's not a new trend — the practical joke has been popping up for years — but it's causing particular cheer this season. SEE … [Link]

Slashdot » Slashdot Asks: Why Are Browsers So Slow?

Wednesday 21 December 16:40:00 UTC 2016

Designer Ilya Birman writes: I understand why rendering a complicated layout may be slow. Or why executing a complicated script may be slow. Actually, browsers are rather fast doing these things. If you studied programming and have a rough idea about how many computations are made to render a page, it is surprising the browsers can do it all that … [Link]

Mashable » French grocery store Monoprix parodies Amazon Go in new ad campaign

Wednesday 21 December 16:32:11 UTC 2016

Amazon Go just got owned — in French.  Monoprix, one of France's biggest grocery store chains, has a new ad campaign that parodies the Amazon service that promises to do away with cashiers and other pesky features of grocery shopping.  The nearly shot-for-shot video mimics Amazon's video introducing its plans for Amazon Go stores nationwide, which will let customers grocery … [Link]

Mashable » More people would rather keep using a defective Samsung Note7 than buy an LG

Wednesday 21 December 16:19:45 UTC 2016

Never bet against Samsung. Despite successfully recalling 93 percent of Galaxy Note7 phones in the U.S., there are still more active Note7's being used than its closest competitors, including the very capable LG V20. SEE ALSO: Meet the hardware hackers rebelling against Samsung The data comes from the research firm Apteligent (via AndroidPolice), and shows the on-its-deathbed Note7 still sitting pretty … [Link]

Mashable » Uber now lets you set a person, not a place, as your destination

Wednesday 21 December 16:14:25 UTC 2016

Say you land on a Friday night flight from New York City to San Francisco and you're meeting up with a friend who's already started the night out. Rather than text him to have him tell you where he is while you take an Uber into the city, you can now set your destination to a person — not a place. … [Link]

Mashable » The best 'Mega Man' games ever are going mobile

Wednesday 21 December 16:13:00 UTC 2016

Time to make sure your phone insurance is paid up, because lots of phones are going to be hurled into walls come January. Capcom is bringing the first six games in the Mega Man series to Android and iOS devices next month. The infernally challenging side-scrolling classics from the NES era will sell for $1.99 apiece. SEE ALSO: 'Pokémon Go' … [Link]

Mashable » Rumor: iPhone 7S and iPhone 8 might both be coming in 2017

Wednesday 21 December 16:08:32 UTC 2016

We’re still over nine months from the unveiling of the iPhone 8 (or 7S, or just plain iPhone, or whatever Apple decides to call the next one), but the rumor mill is churning at nearly full power.  So far, reports have told us the newest model line will likely have a curved OLED screen, come in three variants and could debut … [Link]

Mashable » Probably the most absurd toy to hit the market…

Wednesday 21 December 16:01:20 UTC 2016

‘Pony Up Daddy' is a saddle specifically designed for kids to legit ride on their caregivers… like they were an animal. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Horse Riding, Real Time Video, Saddle, and Pony Ride [Link]

Mashable » You can now use 3 new Snapchat filters while riding in an Uber

Wednesday 21 December 16:00:00 UTC 2016

Uber and Snapchat, two of Silicon Valley's most-valuable startups, have teamed up.  Starting Wednesday, Uber users can unlock exclusive filters to use on Snapchat within the ride-hailing app. The update is part of Uber's push to make its app more personalized and was released this week along with the ability to set a person, not an address, as your destination.  SEE … [Link]

Slashdot » Microsoft Wins $927 Million Pentagon Contract To Provide Technical Support

Wednesday 21 December 16:00:00 UTC 2016

Microsoft has secured a massive $927m contract to provide technical support and consultation to the United States Department of Defense. This is the latest in a series of key deals that Microsoft has won with the US military. From a report: The contract comes after the software giant Microsoft secured a deal in February 2016 with the Department of Defense … [Link]

Mashable » 11 good things of 2016

Wednesday 21 December 15:48:18 UTC 2016

Admittedly, 2016 was a rough one, but it wasn't all bad. The Olympics happened, with the U.S. dominating the medal standings. Netflix wowed us over and over throughout the year. And Prince George taught us it's all about the little things in life.  1. #no-DAPL Movement Beginning in April, protesters stood strong at Standing Rock Reservation fighting the oil pipeline running … [Link]

Mashable » 8 Riz Ahmed rap videos you need in your life right now

Wednesday 21 December 15:46:17 UTC 2016

We are living in Riz Ahmed's moment, and it is a glorious time to be alive. Not only is the rising actor everywhere from blockbuster films to talk-of-the-town TV, but his visibility turns on the lightbulb connecting Riz Ahmed the actor with Riz MC the rapper. Ahmed isn't cagey about his rap career (though he's no Scott Patterson with the shameless … [Link]

Mashable » Watch the first surgery ever recorded using Snapchat's Spectacles

Wednesday 21 December 15:41:25 UTC 2016

A surgeon from the U.K. just live-streamed a hernia operation using Snapchat's Spectacles. (warning: graphic content) Around 200 students tuned in to check out the procedure from his point of view, but more than 80,000 have seen the full clip on YouTube. Read more…More about Hernia, Real Time, Real Time Video, Snapchat, and Hospital [Link]

Mashable » Here's the 'cat rapper' freestyling to his cat Ravioli during bathtime

Wednesday 21 December 15:30:05 UTC 2016

Cats generally do not like bathing, but at least this feline gets a personalized freestyle alongside his soap. Ravioli's owner is self-proclaimed "cat rapper" iAmMoshow, who raps about his cats on a delightful Facebook page. On Saturday, Moshow went live on Facebook with a clip of him freestyling while giving Ravioli a bath. SEE ALSO: Cats on Instagram wish you a … [Link]

Slashdot » EU's Highest Court Delivers Blow To UK Snooper's Charter

Wednesday 21 December 15:20:00 UTC 2016

"General and indiscriminate retention" of emails and electronic communications by governments is illegal, the EU's highest court has ruled, in a judgment that could trigger challenges against the UK's new Investigatory Powers Act — the so-called snooper's charter. From a report on The Guardian: Only targeted interception of traffic and location data in order to combat serious crime — including … [Link]

Mashable » This site will provide 'Star Wars' autographs that are 100% real

Wednesday 21 December 15:02:44 UTC 2016

In an unlikely alliance, Major League Baseball and Star Wars will partner to identify authentic photos and autographsstarwarsauthentics.com launched Wednesday morning, a new entertainment authentication program introduced by Topps and Authenticators Inc. Autographs are verified through tamper-proof holograms attached to the photos and witnessed by an A.I. representative. (How much more Star Wars can it get?) SEE ALSO: Uber will now … [Link]

Popular Science » How to make a magnetic wristband for screws

Wednesday 21 December 14:57:10 UTC 2016

DIY Give it to a home-improvement enthusiast with a mouth full of nails How to make a DIY magnetic wristband that will keep nails and screws handy. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » I survived the baby food diet

Wednesday 21 December 14:45:45 UTC 2016

Two people ate nothing but baby food for a week. Things got a little gross.  Read more…More about Mashable Video, Gwyneth Paltrow, Gerber, Baby Food, and Funny [Link]

Mashable » YouTube prankster claims he got removed from Delta plane 'for speaking Arabic'

Wednesday 21 December 14:43:48 UTC 2016

YouTube prankster Adam Saleh claimed he was removed from a Delta airlines plane on Wednesday along with his friend, Slim Albaher, for speaking Arabic.  Saleh recorded a video as he was removed from the aircraft in London after other passengers complained. A number of passengers can be seen waving at Saleh during the video. It is unclear the exact nature of … [Link]

Slashdot » Samsung Note 7 User Base Still Larger Than LG V20, OnePlus 3T Combined

Wednesday 21 December 14:40:00 UTC 2016

Even after two months of an official global recall for the Samsung Galaxy Note 7, 10 percent of the units sold are still in use. From a report: Research firm Apteligent reports that the number of Galaxy Note 7 phones in use outnumbers LG V20 and OnePlus 3T combined. According to 9to5Mac, which has shared details from Apteligent's research, while … [Link]

Mashable » 10 marketing predictions for 2017

Wednesday 21 December 14:08:43 UTC 2016

2016 was not the year for faint-hearted marketers as they pushed to measure and prove the ROI of their content marketing efforts in order to fight for larger budgets. Google and Facebook continued to dominate, while the rest of the industry may have shrunk. Concerns around ad blocking, viewability, and measurement accuracy continued to dominate conversations about social platforms. 2017 will … [Link]

Slashdot » Sling TV Accidentally Reveals Its Set-Top Box For Cord Cutters

Wednesday 21 December 14:00:00 UTC 2016

The Sling TV team has inadvertently spilled the beans on its previously leaked media hub for cord cutters. Zatz Not Funny discovered a briefly available landing website for the AirTV Player, and it's clearer than ever that Sling (read: Dish) is catering to those determined to leave cable and satellite behind. From a report on Engadget: The set-top box will … [Link]

Mashable » This student's genius bath hack has taken the internet by storm

Wednesday 21 December 13:49:39 UTC 2016

LONDON — Your bath-time snacking habits will never be quite the same again. On Tuesday, a British student tweeted an image with a simple nine-word caption that's since been shared over 7000 times — an image that could be set to change the face of bath-based snacking as we know it. SEE ALSO: Genius woman hacks fridge to dispense wine instead … [Link]

Mashable » Enjoy 2016 reimagined in gingerbread form

Wednesday 21 December 13:44:56 UTC 2016

LONDON — 2016 has been quite a year, to say the least. There have been some good times, some bad times, and some really, really bad times. SEE ALSO: Someone made a gingerbread Big Ben and it's ridiculously realistic In fact, it's been so eventful, it's hard to remember just half of the things that happened. Thankfully, someone's come up with … [Link]

Mashable » 'OlabeatsUber' trends on Indian Twitter for all the wrong reasons

Wednesday 21 December 13:39:57 UTC 2016

Since morning on Wednesday, #OlabeatsUber started trending on Twitter in India. Not as Ola, Uber's local rival, would have intended it though.   SEE ALSO: Uber CEO Travis Kalanick takes jibe at Ola's co-founder, says willing to apply for Indian citizenship The trend seemed to have stemmed from a recent report on India's cab-hailing industry by Truecaller which said that Ola … [Link]

Mashable » Menstruation-themed coloring book wants you to stop blushing about periods

Wednesday 21 December 13:39:37 UTC 2016

Instead of silently struggling to open tampons in bathroom stalls, Cass Clemmer is busting wrappers open and welcoming tampons into the world — complete with googly eyes.  Clemmer, an artist from Washington, D.C., started carrying around "Toni the Tampon" about a year ago and has been documenting the inanimate object's adventures "outside the wrapper" on Instagram.  SEE ALSO: 8 times Instagram … [Link]

Popular Science » What to buy the most boring people you know

Wednesday 21 December 13:30:00 UTC 2016

Gift Guides Even dullards deserve some holiday cheer Being dull doesn’t mean they shouldn’t get a gift they love… [Link]

Mashable » India's largest mobile wallet app disappears from the App Store

Wednesday 21 December 13:20:34 UTC 2016

With new users comes new responsibilities. India’s largest mobile wallet app is quickly realising this in both good and hard ways.  SEE ALSO: Paypal accuses India's largest mobile wallet company of copying its logo Paytm has delisted its iPhone and iPad apps on the Apple’s App Store after stumbling across bugs and other technical issues. The company says it has pushed … [Link]

New Scientist – News » European court deals blow to controversial UK surveillance law

Wednesday 21 December 13:18:06 UTC 2016

States may not indiscriminately retain people’s communications data, rules the European Court of Justice, which could affect the Investigatory Powers Act [Link]

New Scientist – News » Australia’s oldest working scientist speaks about his life

Wednesday 21 December 13:18:05 UTC 2016

At 102, David Goodall has just won his battle to continue working on campus at Australia's Edith Cowan University. He reveals his secret to a long working life [Link]

Mashable » Jimmy Fallon and The Roots join Paul McCartney, Tori Kelly and more for 'Wonderful Christmastime'

Wednesday 21 December 13:16:31 UTC 2016

By now, you know: if a bunch of celebrities appear onscreen in a box configuration, a delightful a cappella song is about to happen. Here's the Tonight Show's latest take on the format, with Jimmy Fallon, The Roots, Paul McCartney and the cast of Sing — Reese Witherspoon, Matthew McConaughey, Scarlett Johannson and Seth MacFarlane — teaming up to perform … [Link]

Mashable » Netflix's Twitter account hacked by OurMine

Wednesday 21 December 13:12:03 UTC 2016

Hacker group OurMine, known for taking over high-profile social media accounts, has struck again.  This time, the victim is Netflix's U.S. Twitter account, which has tweeted several messages mentioning OurMine in the past hour.  SEE ALSO: Mark Zuckerberg's Pinterest account hacked again One of the tweets contains OurMine's typical note about "testing your security," while others advertise its security services.  Image: … [Link]

Mashable » Skateboarding is much more fun from a dog's perspective

Wednesday 21 December 13:02:55 UTC 2016

Everything looks more exciting from a dog's perspective, and that goes double for skateboarding. SEE ALSO: Dog wearing a GoPro captures owners' romantic outdoor wedding Filmed at the skatepark on London's South Bank, the clip above shows a cheerful, GoPro-toting dog galloping after its owner. The best bit? The way the dog bounds up to him after he takes a … [Link]

Slashdot » White House: US Needs a Stronger Social Safety Net To Help Workers Displaced by Robots

Wednesday 21 December 13:00:00 UTC 2016

The White House has released a new report warning of a not-too-distant future where artificial intelligence and robotics will take the place of human labor. Recode highlights in its report the three key areas the White House says the U.S. government needs to prepare for the next wave of job displacement caused by robotic automation: — Fund more research in … [Link]

Mashable » People are overwhelmed by Christmas cards from the less fortunate

Wednesday 21 December 12:30:08 UTC 2016

LONDON — The holiday season is a time for giving thanks to the people who've supported us over the past year. But for some people, that support can play a more significant role in their quality of life.  SEE ALSO: The Big Issue just launched a coffee project to tackle homelessness Vendors of the Big Issue, a street newspaper that is … [Link]

Mashable » I survived the baby food diet

Wednesday 21 December 12:15:01 UTC 2016

I made my coworkers eat baby food for a week. Things got a little weird. Watch: Robot offers a very colourful glimpse beneath Antarctica's sea ice Take a peek at the first 'Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare' map pack, Sabotage Here’s 'All Star' sung to the Seinfeld theme and pictures of Guy Fieri ‘Fargo’ returns as the best holiday comedy movie of the season … [Link]

Mashable » These Hogwarts House prints could be the perfect 'Harry Potter' Xmas present

Wednesday 21 December 12:01:51 UTC 2016

LONDON — We've all taken the Sorting Hat test. Whether or not we're happy with the results, we all know what Hogwarts House we belong in. The question is, how do we brighten our hopelessly drab muggle existences and proudly display our House allegiance? SEE ALSO: All the 'Harry Potter' Easter eggs you missed in the 'Fantastic Beasts' opening Well MinaLima, … [Link]

Mashable » 11 tips for pooping at work when someone's in the next stall

Wednesday 21 December 12:00:00 UTC 2016

You get up from your desk, and take a leisurely walk to the office bathroom and every stall is miraculously empty. You contently saunter into your favorite one – the one on the end. You carefully line the seat with toilet paper. You sit down and pull out your phone to settle into some reading – perhaps a think piece, or … [Link]

Mashable » One woman's mission to tackle period poverty this Christmas

Wednesday 21 December 11:51:39 UTC 2016

LONDON — Films can have a powerful impact on the way we view the worldAnd, for Kate Milner, the impact of watching one film made her want to take action. After watching I, Daniel Blake — a 2016 Ken Loach film about the individual impact of social benefits cuts — Milner decided to set up a project to tackle an issue … [Link]

New Scientist – News » We will soon be able to read minds and share our thoughts

Wednesday 21 December 11:28:54 UTC 2016

EEG caps that monitor brain activity are allowing us to send thoughts to each other directly – a technology that could help people who are paralysed regain movement [Link]

O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Universal UX Design – $29.98 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL

Wednesday 21 December 11:26:48 UTC 2016

Get "Universal UX Design" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2016-12-22 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]

Mashable » Bill O'Reilly talked about the 'white establishment' and Twitter went into meltdown

Wednesday 21 December 11:09:42 UTC 2016

Twitter descended into a meltdown after Fox News' commentator Bill O'Reilly lashed out at an alleged "liberal conspiracy" from the left to take power away from the "white establishment".  "This is all about race. The left sees white privilege in America as an oppressive force that must be done away with. Therefore white working class voters must be marginalised," he argued … [Link]

Mashable » 10-year-old autistic girl singing 'Hallelujah' will give you goosebumps

Wednesday 21 December 10:56:31 UTC 2016

LONDON — A 10-year-old girl from Northern Ireland has wowed people around the world after a video of her singing in her school choir went viral. SEE ALSO: Father's search for autistic son's cup completed thanks to the kindness of the internet The video of the choirs's version of Leonard Cohen’s "Hallelujah" — recorded at the school's Christmas show — has … [Link]

Mashable » There's a hidden easter egg on J.K. Rowling's new website

Wednesday 21 December 10:48:07 UTC 2016

LONDON — J.K. Rowling's new website may be fairly light on content at the moment — it did only launch on Tuesday — but it does have a cool little easter egg to discover. SEE ALSO: J.K. Rowling answers your burning 'Fantastic Beasts' FAQs on brand new website In Rowling's introductory welcome message, the Harry Potter author explains her reasons for … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook is making it easier for Android users to sign into other apps

Wednesday 21 December 10:41:22 UTC 2016

Facebook wants to make it easier for you to sign into all the other apps you have on your Android smartphone without having to wait for an SMS with a one-time password. SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Facebook's 10-year plan The social media juggernaut has introduced a new feature, called Instant Verification, to its developer tool Account Kit, … [Link]

Mashable » J.K. Rowling answers your burning 'Fantastic Beasts' FAQs on brand new website

Wednesday 21 December 10:21:02 UTC 2016

LONDON — Splendid news, fellow wizard enthusiasts: not only has J.K. Rowling launched a brand new website, but it also contains a handy FAQ section for our nagging Fantastic Beasts questions. SEE ALSO: 27 times J.K. Rowling was the hero we all needed in 2016 The site launched on Tuesday evening, and — despite tottering under an early surge of traffic … [Link]

Mashable » Dramatic footage of explosion at Mexico's fireworks market

Wednesday 21 December 10:00:51 UTC 2016

A gigantic chain-reaction explosion has ripped through Mexico's best-known fireworks market in Tultepec, on the northern outskirts of the capital, killing at least 29 people.  SEE ALSO: SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket to fly again for first time since explosion A dramatic video, filmed by a motorist on a nearby highway ramp, showed the moment the blast sent huge clouds of smoke, … [Link]

Slashdot » Japan Successfully Launches Solid Fuel Rocket

Wednesday 21 December 10:00:00 UTC 2016

randomErr writes: Japan successfully launched a solid fuel rocket named Epsilon-2. The 26-meter-long rocket launched from the Uchinoura Space Center at about 8 p.m. local time. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) said this is the latest in Tokyo's effort to stay competitive in an industry that has robust growth potential and strong security implications. Also, this is to curb costs … [Link]

Mashable » Want an Amazon Echo for Christmas? Sorry, it's sold out

Wednesday 21 December 9:56:38 UTC 2016

It appears that Amazon did a poor job of judging the demand for its smart speakers, the Echo and the Echo Dot.  Both devices are currently sold out on Amazon's website, with the Echo Dot slated to be available again on Dec. 27, and the larger Echo only coming on Jan. 19, 2017. SEE ALSO: Microsoft's version of the Amazon Echo … [Link]

Mashable » James Taylor scraps Philippines concert plans over its extrajudicial killings of drug offenders

Wednesday 21 December 9:50:08 UTC 2016

James Taylor has cancelled his upcoming concert in the Philippines, in protest of the country's extrajudicial killings of suspected drug offenders, he announced on social media Wednesday. The folk music legend is set to play an Asia-Pacific tour next year, and Manila was added to the line-up for February. SEE ALSO: Duterte called Obama a 'son of a whore' and the … [Link]

Mashable » This virtual fireplace full of burning Samsung Galaxy Note7s will keep you warm

Wednesday 21 December 9:46:56 UTC 2016

While Samsung's Galaxy Note7 flagship phone has long been discontinued and (mostly) rendered unusable, the jokes about its occasionally flaming battery still keep on coming. The latest is ingenious in its simplicity. It's a virtual fireplace in the form of a YouTube video, in which a pile of Note7 devices is burning instead of logs.  SEE ALSO: Good news: Samsung … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Giant ball of gas is a totally stinky galactic chemistry lab

Wednesday 21 December 9:32:25 UTC 2016

Sagittarius B2 is a molecular cloud about 100 light years wide near the centre of our galaxy – and it would taste absolutely terrible [Link]

Mashable » Paytm outage, internet shutdown give India a reality check on its cashless dreams

Wednesday 21 December 9:03:17 UTC 2016

In the aftermath of India invalidating much of its cash, many have resorted to mobile wallets to pay for their daily chores. But this week, Indians got a glimpse of how an Internet-reliant economy can fail them sometimes.  SEE ALSO: India's futile attempt to go cashless is a reality check for our dream epayments future Users of Paytm, India’s most popular … [Link]

Mashable » Hilarious Instagram devoted to chubby babies is a must-follow for 2017

Wednesday 21 December 7:45:43 UTC 2016

There’s nothing like a chubby 'lil baby to turn your frown upside down, and 2016 had plenty.  First, there was the "rice ball baby" meme, then it was "bread or baby arm?"  Now, prepare to squeal with delight at the sight of this cute and hilarious Instagram account to end all cute and hilarious Instagram accounts: Tiny Gentle Asians.  SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » Someone's invented a way to prevent losing your new Apple AirPods

Wednesday 21 December 7:43:28 UTC 2016

Well, this is one way to keep those new Apple AirPods safely in your ears. When the wireless earbuds debuted, people couldn't stop cracking jokes about losing the little things. With no wire attaching them to each other, it seems just a matter of time before you lose one side — which will cost $69 each to replace. SEE ALSO: Try … [Link]

Slashdot » Crytek Closing Five Studios, Will Refocus On 'Premium IPs' and CryEngine

Wednesday 21 December 7:00:00 UTC 2016

In a press release, Crytek, the developer behind hits such as the Crysis and Far Cry shooters, announced that it will be closing five of its studios in an effort to "refocus on its core strengths." The only studios remaining will be Crytek's Frankfurt, Germany and Kiev, Ukraine locations. Polygon reports: Other than Crytek's Frankfurt headquarters and Kiev studio, which … [Link]

Mashable » Watch: Robot offers a very colourful glimpse beneath Antarctica's sea ice

Wednesday 21 December 6:34:35 UTC 2016

Antarctica may look like a forbidding white expanse, but life below the sea ice is full of colour. Scientists from the Australian Antarctic Division sent a robot down to take a look, capturing a small forest of underwater organisms in bright purples, yellows and pinks. The Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) was submerged at O'Brien Bay in east Antarctica. According to … [Link]

Mashable » Hong Kong is scrapping visa-free entry for Indians

Wednesday 21 December 6:26:50 UTC 2016

Starting next month, Indian travellers visiting Hong Kong will not be able to clear immigration without a visa. SEE ALSO: Wi-Fi passwords from airports around the world in one brilliant map The visa-free facility enjoyed by Indian travellers, which allowed them to roam the Chinese special administrative region for up to 14 days, will end on Jan. 23, the Immigration Department … [Link]

Mashable » You can bet on pugs racing in Christmas costumes to brighten your day

Wednesday 21 December 6:04:06 UTC 2016

We love all dogs, but there's a special place in our heart for the French Pug. It's hard not to gush over their squidgy face, boisterous manner and general adorableness.  They make an okay racing dog too. And while they'll never match the speeds of a greyhound, at least you can count on pugs to be entertaining.  SEE ALSO: No one … [Link]

Mashable » Richard Marx subdues violent passenger to help 'ill-equipped' airline crew

Wednesday 21 December 5:47:45 UTC 2016

A passenger on a Korean Air flight got violent on Tuesday, but lucky for the crew, pop singer Richard Marx was on board. The '80s balladeer and his wife, TV host Daisy Fuentes, were onboard Korean Air Flight 480 from Hanoi to Seoul, when a guy started attacking the flight attendants and passengers, Fuentes said on Instagram. SEE ALSO: Flights could … [Link]

Mashable » Survivalist's YouTube account was almost the only good thing about 2016

Wednesday 21 December 5:39:16 UTC 2016

Please excuse me while I watch a man make a prawn trap with his bare hands, for what's left of 2016. The YouTube account Primitive Technology has only 22 videos, but each is a gem. More than 20 million views prove it — watching someone build a mud hut with only rudimentary tools is excellent viewing.  The man behind the … [Link]

Mashable » People in Iceland are being left off the weather map and they're pissed

Wednesday 21 December 5:09:48 UTC 2016

People in East Iceland have found something unexpected blocking their view of their nightly weather report: the presenter himself. Residents on one side of the country have found their local region occluded by the oblivious man on the RUV channel, who's spent night after night standing in front of their homes on TV. The locals are so angry, they've taken to … [Link]

Mashable » White House says AI could cost U.S. millions of jobs if social services not improved

Wednesday 21 December 4:45:01 UTC 2016

Artificial intelligence will be essential to the future economic growth of the United States, but if education and social services aren't improved, American workers could lose millions of jobs.  That's the conclusion of a new report from the White House examining the economic impact of artificial intelligence and increasing automation. SEE ALSO: Bill Gates and group of tech heavyweights announce $1 … [Link]

Mashable » Lawsuit claims Google has internal 'spying program' to stop leaks

Wednesday 21 December 4:19:01 UTC 2016

It might not all be free snacks and massages at Google headquarters. A lawsuit filed by an anonymous product manager Tuesday alleges the Silicon Valley search company is violating California labor laws with its stringent confidentiality policies that include a "spying program," according to a report Tuesday from news site The Information. The suit says Google encourages employees to rat out … [Link]

Popular Science » How to work out at your parents’ house this holiday season

Wednesday 21 December 4:08:23 UTC 2016

Health The most scientifically effective exercises you can do with a Christmas ham During the holidays, it’s smart to squeeze in a workout or two between the hearty meals, endless cookies, free-flowing booze, and egg nog. We devised four workouts that… [Link]

Slashdot » Using Multiple Social Networks May Lead To Depression and Anxiety, Says Study

Wednesday 21 December 3:30:00 UTC 2016

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Daily Dot: The more social media you use, the higher the likelihood that you'll be anxious or depressed. At least according to the University of Pittsburgh Center for Research on Media, Technology and Health. In a study published online this month with more than 1,700 millennial adults, it found people who report using … [Link]

Mashable » North Pole to warm to near melting point this week: 50 degrees above normal

Wednesday 21 December 3:28:10 UTC 2016

It’s happening again: The temperature at the North Pole is projected to spike to around the melting point, or 32 degrees Fahrenheit, on Wednesday into Thursday, despite the complete lack of sunshine that far north in December.  Such temperatures would be about 50 degrees above average for this time of year, exceeding the color scale on some weather maps. (Typically, air … [Link]

Mashable » How Mariah Carey ended up in a YouTube Red Christmas special with DJ Khaled

Wednesday 21 December 2:27:30 UTC 2016

Justin Hochberg had just five minutes to convince Mariah Carey she should do his Christmas Special for YouTube Red. "I was on the phone with her and Stella [Bulochnikov], her manager, as they were backstage on Mariah's European tour and Mariah was literally about to step on the stage," the CEO of Just Entertainment Studios told Mashable in an interview. … [Link]

Mashable » NBA star apologizes to everyone but the person he screamed at

Wednesday 21 December 2:04:40 UTC 2016

We recently brought you the story of the strange war brewing between Sacramento Kings star DeMarcus Cousins and his local paper, which culminated in the release of a video in which Cousins is seen hurling profanities at a local reporter. The Kings announced Tuesday that Cousins has been fined. Meanwhile, Cousins released an apology — to everyone but the paper and … [Link]

The Joy of Tech » JoT #2365: Uber's been naughty!

Wednesday 21 December 1:26:47 UTC 2016

but Travis Kalanick sets it straight! [Link]

Slashdot » Human Cells Naturally 'Eat' Silicon Nanowires

Wednesday 21 December 1:25:00 UTC 2016

the_newsbeagle writes: By showing that human cells naturally engulf minuscule silicon nanowires, a material scientist from the University of Chicago has opened the way to intracellular electronics. Applications could include very specialized drug delivery, electrically stimulating the organelles inside the cell, or recording the signals that pass between those internal structures. From IEEE Spectrum: "Using both an electron microscope and … [Link]

Mashable » Jerry Lewis has no time for this interview about how old he is

Wednesday 21 December 1:11:13 UTC 2016

LOS ANGELES — Why? It's the eternal question, but it's also a handy answer if you're 90 years old and some pesky whippersnapper with a notepad is peppering you with questions about your age. SEE ALSO: After Harper Lee, will there ever be another literary recluse? The Hollywood Reporter this week published "Creative until you die," a series of nifty — … [Link]

Mashable » Inside 'Methbot': The massive Russian cybercrime operation stealing millions from advertisers

Wednesday 21 December 0:57:16 UTC 2016

Security experts have uncovered what appears to be the biggest and most profitable advertising fraud scheme known to date. In a report released Tuesday, cybersecurity firm White Ops mapped out a massive operation through which Russian cybercriminals are stealing millions of dollars from publishers and advertisers in the form of fake video views. SEE ALSO: Ad fraud could become the second … [Link]

Slashdot » Barnes & Noble's Latest Tablet Is Running Spyware From Shanghai

Wednesday 21 December 0:45:00 UTC 2016

Long-time Slashdot reader emil writes about how ADUPS, an Android "firmware provisioning" company specializing in both big data collection of Android usage and hostile app installation and/or firmware control, has been found pre-loaded on Barnes and Noble's new $50 tablet: ADUPS was recently responsible for data theft on BLU phones and an unsafe version of the ADUPS agent is pre-loaded … [Link]

Mashable » 18 soup pairings for your social anxieties

Wednesday 21 December 0:30:00 UTC 2016

If you generally hate social interactions and would always rather be in bed than at a party, you probably know the feeling of getting extreme social anxiety over day-to-day occurrences. And while it can be hard to get over that anxiety, Mashable has figured out a temporary solution: soup. That's right – we researched the historical backgrounds and nutritional information of 18 … [Link]

Mashable » You'll never guess who topped Zefr's list of biggest digital stars of 2016

Wednesday 21 December 0:28:40 UTC 2016

Gaming channels dominated the "most influential" YouTube channels of 2016, of course, but the top spot overall went to … Brazilian comedy? Porta Dos Fundos, a Portuguese-language comedy channel, has topped this year's list of digital influencers. The end of the year round-up, released by Zefr, is largely made up of gamers including Jacksepticeye (no. 2), VanossGaming (no. 3), PewDiePie (no. … [Link]

Slashdot » Chicago Electronics Recycler Faked Tear-Downs, Sent Hazardous Waste To Overseas Landfills

Wednesday 21 December 0:05:00 UTC 2016

Federals agents have accused Brian Brundage, the former owner of Chicago-based electronics recycling company Intercon Solutions and current owner of EnviroGreen Processing, of fraud for failing to properly break down and recycle electronic devices according to federal guidelines. Brundage allegedly shipped Cathode Ray Tubes (CRTs) from old computer and TV monitors, which contained "hazardous amounts of lead," and batteries to … [Link]

Mashable » Extremely gracious teacher thanks 46 years worth of students on a billboard

Wednesday 21 December 0:04:45 UTC 2016

Can you imagine loving a group of people so much that you would put it on a billboard?  Marian Sims, a former teacher from Lexington, Kentucky, who is nearly 70 years old, did just that. She put the billboard up to honor and thank 46 years worth of her students. SEE ALSO: Students' catchy long division song will be stuck in … [Link]

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