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 » A Kickstarter trifecta led to this awesome heated blanket creation
A heated blanket, battery pack and lantern in one beautifully designed, portable product. Read more…More about Tech Utility, Technology, Tech, Kickstarter, and Outdoors [Link]
Mashable » Is 'Deadpool' an Oscars contender? You bet your chimichangas it is.
Deadpool is not winning the Oscar for Best Picture — not happening, nope, never, no way — but a series of recent developments have us wondering: Could it be nominated? Could a disturbingly vulgar, hyper-violent superhero-rascal movie stand alongside La La Land, Manchester by the Sea and Moonlight on Feb. 26 at the Dolby Theatre? Is this like a Brexit/Trump … [Link]
Mashable » The new 'Twin Peaks' teaser is just Kyle MacLachlan staring, and that's fine
In yet another Twin Peaks revival teaser that tells us absolutely nothing, Kyle MacLachlan emerges from the shadows as Special Agent Dale Cooper, gazing into the abyss. And that's pretty much it, besides a little Pacific Northwest scenery and a road illuminated by headlights. But for fans starved of any hints, it's as sweet as cherry pie. The revival, advertised … [Link]
Slashdot » Head of Sony Entertainment, Michael Lynton, To Step Down
Sony Entertainment CEO Michael Lynton has told his employees that he is stepping down from the company. He will however be staying with the company for six months to help in the transition. Lynton's note to the staff reads: Dear Colleagues, Today I will be announcing my resignation from Sony to focus on my position as Chairman of the Board … [Link]
Mashable » The 'Hamilton' soundtrack surpassed a major milestone
The Hamilton soundtrack is making history. According to Billboard, the cast recording of Hamilton: An American Musical has surpassed 1 million U.S. album sales. SEE ALSO: The 'Hamilton' cast performing 'One Last Time' at the White House will wreck you The soundtrack is only the ninth original cast recording to claim the honor. The top selling cast recording, at just shy … [Link]
Mashable » 'Street Fighter' pro Infiltration says Capcom doesn't care about pros
Professional Street Fighter player Lee "Infiltration" Seon-woo really opened up about Capcom and his issues with how they handle the pro scene. In an interview with Core-A Gaming on Wednesday, Infiltration discussed some of his frustrations with season 2 of Street Fighter V and how changes and updates are focusing on bringing in new players, which in turn is forcing … [Link]
Mashable » Why LeBron James retro-ing his first signature shoe is a surprisingly emotional thing
Hi. I'm old. You're oldLeBron James is old. The best basketball player in the Milky Way and all other galaxies made a surprise announcement Thursday night. But, even more surprisingly for something revolving around footwear, this surprise is a surprisingly emotional thing. Ugh. Now we're sitting over here getting all nostalgic and playing that one Green Day song on repeat. So, … [Link]
Mashable » Court reopens patent case between Apple and Samsung
Samsung’s long battle with Apple has entered a pivotal new phase. A patent case between the two tech rivals was reopened late Thursday evening, Law 360 reports. The major outstanding question is how much Samsung will have to pay Apple for infringing on the iPhone's design. SEE ALSO: Apple might depend on a rival for the next iPhone's display This case … [Link]
Mashable » What to watch in esports: $100,000 'Overwatch' tournament charges onward
It can be tough to keep track of everything going on in the world of professional competitive gaming. Fear not: Each week, Mashable rounds up the best and biggest tournaments in esports to let you know when they're going down, and where to catch all the action. Plug in. Some great events are taking place this weekend and next week, including … [Link]
Mashable » Former Microsoft employees sue over PTSD from reviewing child porn
Two former Microsoft employees are suing the company because they say the disturbing content they had to view for their jobs caused them to experience post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Both men are suing the tech giant for damages, alleging disability discrimination, violations of the Consumer Protection Act and negligence. The amount is to be decided during trial, according to the … [Link]
Mashable » Don's Johns: Port-a-potties get censored for Trump’s inauguration
Donald Trump is an image sensitive guy, always aware of his personal branding even if he's been elected president of the United States. So it's perhaps inevitable he would be micromanaging the details of his inauguration in Washington, D.C. next week. Having the names of the port-a-potties covered up, though? That might seem like going a bit far, until you hear … [Link]
Mashable » Watch Rupert Grint, Ed Westwick in new trailer for Crackle's 'Snatch'
Harry Potter star Rupert Grint and Gossip Girl alum Ed Westwick transform into hustlers for their new roles in Crackle's Snatch. The 10-episode show, which Grint also executive produced, follows a group of 20-something, up-and-coming hustlers in London who stumble upon a truck load of stolen gold bullion and are suddenly thrust into the high-stakes world of organized crime. The series, … [Link]
Slashdot » Faulty Phone Battery May Have Caused Fire That Brought Down EgyptAir Flight MS80
New submitter drunkdrone writes: "French authorities investigating the EgyptAir crash that killed 66 people last year believe that the plane may have been brought down by an overheating phone battery," reports International Business Times. Investigators say the fire that broke out on the Airbus A320 in May 2016 started in the spot where the co-pilot had stowed his iPad and … [Link]
Mashable » Jose Mourinho plays secretary after reporter's phone rings at worst possible time
Quick. Come here. While no one's lookingSssshhhh! We're going to let you in on a little secret of the Media Elite. Most reporters have learned by now that if you're recording an interview with your phone — and especially if you're recording a full-on press conference — you should put said device on airplane mode. Otherwise you might end up like … [Link]
Mashable » Security experts mock website of Trump's cyber czar
A good way to tell whether a "cybersecurity expert" truly knows something about cybersecurity is to take a look at their website, assuming they have one. Does the site look like something coded for a middle school project? If so, you might want to be skeptical. If, for example, the newly appointed informal cybersecurity advisor to President-elect Donald Trump has a … [Link]
Mashable » Survey says you will be surprised by who volunteered to help Trump with 'the inner cities'
Donald Trump wants comedian and talk show host Steve Harvey to get into politics. On Friday, Harvey met with Trump in Trump Tower to discuss the Family Feud host getting involved with Ben Carson's inner cities initiative. Carson, the GOP presidential candidate drop-out and surgeon with no government experience, is up for Trump's housing secretary. SEE ALSO: Steve Harvey can't fathom … [Link]
Mashable » 'Snipperclips' is low-key and one of the most exciting Switch games
Great news, Nintendo Switch fans. We've found the console's first sleeper hit: Snipperclips. The two-player version of this cooperative puzzle game — there's a four-player mode as well — follows Snip (the red one) and Clip (the yellow one). They look like blobs of color cut out of construction paper, with cheery faces drawn onto each one. SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch … [Link]
Slashdot » Open Source Codec Encodes Voice Into Only 700 Bits Per Second
Longtime Slashdot reader Bruce Perens writes: David Rowe VK5DGR has been working on ultra-low-bandwidth digital voice codecs for years, and his latest quest has been to come up with a digital codec that would compete well with single-sideband modulation used by ham contesters to score the longest-distance communications using HF radio. A new codec records clear, but not hi-fi, voice … [Link]
Mashable » Hey, parents: You don't owe strangers candy for sitting next to your babies
Taking candy from a baby is easy, but there's zero reason that parents should be handing it out to strangers on a plane to buy cooperation in case their kid screams. No matter what the internet says. On Friday, reddit user "Fe_Mike" posted a photo of gift baggy and a little note “written” by a three-month old with the comment, “Lady … [Link]
Popular Science » That 'alien megastructure' star might actually be a planet-eater
Space Starving stars are more common than intelligent life Tabby’s star probably isn’t surrounded by an energy-sucking alien super-structure. But it may have eaten a nearby planet. [Link]
Popular Science » Endangered bumblebees, babies' brains, and more amazing images of the week
Science Newsworthy eye candy Our favorite images from this week in science, health, and space news. [Link]
Mashable » All the ways I played with Nintendo's new Switch console today
We got to try Nintendo's forthcoming console, the Nintendo Switch, today—playing seven different games, holding the new Joy-Con controllers in roughly five different ways. Our first real experience with the Switch and its new Joy-Con controllers might as well start with the goofy-looking fighting game Nintendo unveiled during their presentation out of Tokyo last night, called Arms. SEE ALSO: Everything we … [Link]
Mashable » Watch an uncomfortable Ryan Gosling watch his old dance videos
Ryan Gosling does not want to watch his old dance videos (you know, the ones you have probably seen on the internet), but Graham Norton has acquired them, so watch them he must. To make matters worse, he must watch them with Ben Affleck, Sienna Miller and his La La Land co-star Emma Stone. Do you think Emma Stone wishes … [Link]
Slashdot » Facebook No Longer Clearly Labels Edited Posts
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Mashable: Have you ever made a cringeworthy mistake in a Facebook post? Don't lie, the answer is yes. If you have a sense of shame, Facebook at least allows you to go back and correct your gaffe by editing the post, a feature that certain other social media networks still haven't added. But … [Link]
Mashable » All the celebrities who'll be performing at the inauguration vs. protesting it in one beautiful graphic
Donald Trump released a brand new list of celebrity performers for his inauguration today and the result is still a little short. The presidential inaugural committee has struggled to attract celebrities to perform at the event, or at least ones you don't have to Google to find out who they are. Even though Trump has attracted new names to perform, the … [Link]
Mashable » WhatsApp: That 'backdoor' in our encryption is actually a feature
Neither WhatsApp nor The Guardian are having a good day. The UK-based newspaper published a scathing exclusive report early Friday morning, purporting to reveal disturbing news about the encryption used by WhatsApp's, the Facebook-owned messaging service. Almost as soon as the article went live, however, security experts took to the internet to publicly question the nature of its claims. Late … [Link]
Mashable » Bull shark steals a fish right off a fisherman's line
"Oh my f*ck." Fisherman were surprised to see a rogue bull shark doing a little bit of opportunist fishing on the Breede River in Western Cape, South Africa, last month. The men noticed the shark in the water, and sure enough, it snagged a fish right off their line as they reeled it in to the boat. While bull sharks … [Link]
Popular Science » 'Viral' stories can save the world
Technology Stories that resonate can mobilize millions. Popular Science and XPRIZE are teaming up to explore and explain technologies that make us say "The Future Is Now" in a video series called Future First. [Link]
Mashable » 16 great ideas we have for Nintendo's 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild'
After the Nintendo Switch event on Jan. 13, our hype for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is at an all-time high. We, being two guys who love video games and play them all the time, came up with a few features we hope the newest installment in the legendary franchise includes. SEE ALSO: Where I see myself in … [Link]
Mashable » Brilliant, bold, bisexual, boss: the author of 'Goodnight Moon' was before her time
Beloved children's book author, bisexual, whirlwind romancer, mistress— did we mention beloved children's book author? A new book about Margaret Wise Brown, most commonly known for penning Goodnight Moon, has revealed some incredibly badass things about her personal life, including her sexuality, affairs and thoughts on kids. All of it is made more iconic when you consider she was born in … [Link]
Mashable » This boot has been recalled after Redditors found swastika prints on the sole
A seemingly innocuous men's boot available from a retailer on Amazon has been recalled after a Redditor discovered it left a tread print that looked a lot like a swastika. Earlier this week a user on the site posted an image of their newly purchased New Men's Polar Fox Winter Cap Toe Wool Lining Boot. A side-by-side shot showed the print … [Link]
Mashable » 'Ultra Street Fighter II' for the Nintendo Switch is the ultimate throwback
After more than 25 years since its arcade release, Street Fighter II is making its comeback on the Nintendo Switch. Nintendo revealed Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers at the Nintendo Switch Presentation Thursday, putting a new spin on the classic early-'90s fighting game with both old school and HD versions in the same game. SEE ALSO: Everything we now … [Link]
Mashable » This gaming display is literally lit
‘Razer’ has a concept gaming system called 'Project Ariana' that extends your viewing experience with a 3-D depth sensing projector. Add to this a set of 'Chroma' lights and you'll feel like you're in the game. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Technology, Tech, Lights, and Chroma Keyboard [Link]
Mashable » Striking images capture the majestic beauty of seadragons
Researchers in Australia finally caught on camera what they were looking for: a new species of seadragon in its natural habitat. Footage released this week in Marine Biodiversity Records shows the elusive "Ruby Seadragon" in the waters off Australia's remote west coast. "I fully expected that we knew all the seadragon species that are out there, but the discovery showed us … [Link]
Slashdot » Trump's Cyber Security Advisor Rudy Giuliani Runs Ancient, Utterly Hackable Website
mask.of.sanity writes from a report via The Register: U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's freshly minted cyber tsar Rudy Giuliani runs a website so insecure that its content management system is five years out of date, unpatched and is utterly hackable. Giulianisecurity.com, the website for Giuliani's eponymous infosec consultancy firm, runs Joomla! version 3.0, released in 2012, and since found to carry … [Link]
Mashable » Céline Dion's 'My Heart Will Go On' should play at every basketball game
Anyone who claims he doesn't tear up during the key change on Céline Dion's "My Heart Will Go On" is lying to you, and that is plain fact. Dion's key change is so good, in fact, that it works wonders to heighten emotions in unlikely scenarios. For example, basketball games. SEE ALSO: The 10 most unforgettable sports stories of 2016 That's … [Link]
Mashable » Totally gnarly cat hits the slopes for some radical sledding, my dudes
This cat is up for anything. In this video posted to YouTube by user jessesphotos's channel, Weston the cat absolutely shreds in the snow while sledding with his owner. He's definitely done this before. He's got his snow gear on, that fire in his eyes and the grip of a total pro. You go, Weston. Fly! Get a first look at … [Link]
Mashable » Kevin Hart is about to school you with 'The Black Man's Guide to History'
Kevin Hart is teaming up with History Channel for The Black Man's Guide to History, a look at lesser-known but important black history stories, filtered through the lens of Hart's comedic sensibilities. The Central Intelligence star will executive produce and star in the two-hour event from HartBeat Productions and Comedy Dynamics. SEE ALSO: 'Brown Sugar is just like Netflix, only blacker' … [Link]
Mashable » #TBT: Young Joe Biden was a dapper man indeed
Before he was young at heart, Vice President Joe Biden was regular young. And, just like present-day Joe Biden, he was a dapper man indeed. Like most photos of Joe Biden, the below throwback shot eventually gained meme status after Biden posted it to Instagram in 2014. SEE ALSO: #TBT: 13 politicians you didn't know were super HOT back in the … [Link]
Popular Science » No, scientists didn’t turn mice into killer zombies
Science But their research is still still insanely cool But that doesn’t make the research any less amazing… [Link]
Mashable » Neon is an experimental web browser that's filled with glorious content bubbles
Opera, which released its first browser in 1995, has quietly been innovating its products over the last two decades with features like built in ad-blocking and VPN. Now, the company has launched Neon, a new concept browser. SEE ALSO: Google's biggest Android problem is also ruining emoji "Each Opera Neon feature is an alternate reality for the Opera browser," the company … [Link]
Mashable » On this Friday the 13th, Flight 666 made a safe landing in HEL
Quick poll: would you get on a plane to HEL? Well, on Jan. 13 (Friday the 13th), a bunch of people did just that, hopping aboard a 1.5-hour long flight from Copenhagen, Denmark (CPH), to Helsinki, Finland (HEL). Oh, also, the flight number was AY666. Oh, also, the plane was 13 years old. SEE ALSO: Airplane dating app is now boarding … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Mini fire extinguishers inside lithium batteries may stop blazes
A lithium-ion battery with its own mini fire extinguisher that releases its contents if it gets too hot could stop phones and laptops bursting into flames [Link]
Mashable » Kim Kardashian shared beauty tips in her first post-robbery public appearance
Kim’s dedication to makeup has brought her back into the world. Kim Kardashian West has slowly made a return to social media following her fateful trip to Paris last October. Over the past two weeks fans have been treated to polaroids of the West family looking cozy and Kardashian West's signature style of selfies on Snapchat. But it wasn't until today … [Link]
Mashable » Is Apple's App Store a monopoly?
Is Apple's App Store a mall or the equivalent of a sole proprietor shop selling unique wares? That question appears to be at the heart of a now revived lawsuit against Apple, Pepper et al v. Apple Inc. In it, a group pf plaintiffs claims that Apple's insistence on selling all iPhone apps through the App Store and not allowing developers … [Link]
Mashable » Elon Musk's SpaceX absolutely needs its satellite internet business to work
SpaceX is betting big on its (currently non-operational) satellite internet business. According to a report by the Wall Street Journal on Friday, Elon Musk's private spaceflight company hopes that its planned fleet of 4,425 satellites designed to deliver internet to locations around the world will bring in enough revenue to fund its goal of getting people to Mars. In total, SpaceX … [Link]
Mashable » 'Exorcist' author William Peter Blatty dies at 89
Novelist and filmmaker William Peter Blatty, a former Jesuit school valedictorian who conjured a tale of demonic possession and gave millions the fright of their lives with the best-selling novel and Oscar-winning movie The Exorcist, has died. He was 89. SEE ALSO: Carrie Fisher, Debbie Reynolds mourned in private memorial Blatty died Thursday at a hospital in Bethesda, Maryland, where he … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Google My Business API Now Includes Location Insights
Google has announced the addition of business location insights to its Google My Business API. The added feature will allow 3rd party apps to programmatically access location insights about a company. For instance, a third party app can easily retrieve the number of searches, views and actions that would allow a business owner to track and analyze how and where … [Link]
Slashdot » Creator of Android Andy Rubin Nears His Comeback, Complete With an 'Essential' Phone
From a report on Bloomberg: Rubin, creator of the Android operating system, is planning to marry his background in software with artificial intelligence in a risky business: consumer hardware. Armed with about a 40-person team, filled with recruits from Apple and Google, Rubin is preparing to announce a new company called Essential and serve as its Chief Executive Officer, according … [Link]
Mashable » Nintendo Switch conference translator had a bit of trouble keeping up
We're sorry to say that this guy did not have a great day at work on Thursday. During Nintendo's press conference announcing its new console, the Nintendo Switch, one translator had a bit of trouble keeping up with the CEO of Grasshopper Manufacture Inc., Suda 51. There are some cringingly awkward pauses, long periods of silence, and plenty of uh's. … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: AWS Lightsail, Wallarm, Linkpulse, The New York Times Archive
Every day, the ProgrammableWeb team is busy, updating its three primary directories for APIs, clients (language-specific libraries or SDKs for consuming or providing APIs), and source code samples. [Link]
Mashable » Fisherman trapped on ice floating downstream tries to keep his cool
We wish we could find out how this journey ends. Yes, we can almost hear the frantic thoughts of this fisherman stuck on a detached chunk of ice floating downstream. He can't come up with a solution, though, and neither can we. Does he jump off and swim his way to shore? Find another lonely fisherman and join his iceberg? … [Link]
Mashable » Take a virtual reality tour of the White House narrated by President Obama
You can now go on a tour of the White House from the comfort of your own home, with President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as your guides. Oculus announced The People’s House: Inside the White House with Barack and Michelle Obama in a blog post Friday. You can watch it on Facebook, or get even more immersive with … [Link]
Mashable » 'Jeopardy!' celebrated the internet last night with meme-themed categories
“I’ll take Yas Queen for $800." Somebody actually said that on Thursday night's episode of Jeopardy!. SEE ALSO: The internet is freaking out over this gross 'medium rare' chicken recipe "Yas Queen" was just one of the glorious meme-based categories which appeared on the first round of the popular game show. Other categories included "Keyboard Cat," "Dad Bod" and "What Color … [Link]
Mashable » Get a sneak peek at the first ever hourlong 'Simpsons' episode
It's hard to believe, but despite being on the air for 28 seasons, The Simpsons has never aired an hourlong episode — until now. In this Sunday's episode, “The Great Phatsby" — which takes TV's most beloved family, adds a dash of Empire and a twist of Gatsby — Mr. Burns tries to relive his glory days by throwing a … [Link]
Slashdot » Virginia 'Broadband Deployment Act' Would Kill Municipal Broadband Deployment
Virginia lawmakers are considering a bill called the "Virginia Broadband Deployment Act," but instead of resulting in more broadband deployment, the legislation would make it more difficult for municipalities to offer Internet service. From a report: The Virginia House of Delegates legislation proposed this week by Republican lawmaker Kathy Byron would prohibit municipal broadband deployments except in very limited circumstances. … [Link]
Mashable » Trump's inaugural crowd expected to be half of Obama's 2009 gathering
He might make for watchable TV, but when it comes to getting Americans off their couches, it looks like Donald Trump can't quite pull Barack Obama-level crowds. President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural crowd on Jan. 20 is expected to be half of what President Barack Obama's was back in 2009, though Trump's gathering should still be pretty big(ly). Depending on which estimate … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Harvester ants farm by planting seeds to eat once they germinate
The ants’ unusual trick lets them snack on seeds that are too big from them to crack. They just let the seeds crack themselves [Link]
Mashable » Crippling ice storm to encase 1,000-mile stretch of U.S. in ice
A severe ice storm threatens to plunge millions of Americans into darkness and paralyze travelers from Oklahoma to Washington, D.C. through the weekend. In some areas, at least an inch of ice could coat everything from tree limbs to roadways, downing power lines and causing surreal scenes of destruction. The storm system responsible for the freezing rain, which is liquid precipitation … [Link]
Mashable » 7 Young Pope episodes we thought of if HBO is interested
This Sunday HBO will premiere their much anticipated series The Young Pope, which hopes to finally give an answer to the age old question, "What if the Pope was also young?" The idea is incredibly exciting and I just want to be part of it. So, free of charge, I have come up with seven episodes for the series that I … [Link]
Mashable » Future-focused: More young adults have five-year plans than you might think
Paid Content by Aflac If you believe everything you hear (or read) about young adults, you may expect a deer-in-headlights reaction when you ask one of them about their five-year plan.This, however, is often the farthest response from reality.Todays twenty-somethings are more tuned into future-planning than many people think. What’s confounding to older generations (and especially their parents) tends to be … [Link]
Mashable » Trump inauguration acts announced, because, well, somebody had to do it
With just a week to go, some acts have finally been announced for Trump's inauguration concert in Washington, DC. SEE ALSO: Trump inaugural ball books Bruce Springsteen … tribute band Country star Toby Keith, southern rockers 3 Doors Down and singer Jennifer Holliday are among those performing at the event on Jan. 19, according to a tweet from the Inaugural Committee's … [Link]
Mashable » The world's largest solar tower is being built in Israel
Surrounded by 50,000 mirrors, this solar tower will be 820 feet tall once completed. Israel's goal is to generate 10% of its energy from renewable sources by 2020. Read more…More about Solar, Renewable, Solar Energy, Real Time Video, and Real Time [Link]
Mashable » Cool kid pranks store by putting his face on every device
Art is all around us. A very cool kid in São Paolo, Brazil, pranked a shopping center earlier this month by changing each device's background to his own face. In doing so, he also — perhaps unwittingly, perhaps not — created an impromptu art gallery. SEE ALSO: Teens are partying less than ever, according to new survey A Twitter user named … [Link]
Slashdot » eBay To Combat Counterfeiters With Professional Authenticators That Inspect High-End Goods
To many, eBay serves as a convenient conduit for shifting unwanted goods and buying items at a fraction of their MSRP. But the online shopping emporium has long been a popular platform for fake products, with luxury goods such as fashion accessories and jewelry high on eBay counterfeiters' agenda. eBay is attempting to fix that. From a report: To counter … [Link]
Mashable » Watch this stirring pro-Muslim American PSA, produced by Katy Perry
History has a tendency of repeating itself, but it's often too late before we realize it. In a commanding short film, a new PSA—with Katy Perry as executive producer—asks us to take a moment to asses the parallels between historic tragedies and the fear of many Muslim-Americans in the wake of a Donald Trump administration. SEE ALSO: Hillary Clinton surprised us … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Binary stars shred up and shove off their newborn planets
There are more pairs of stars than solo stars in our galaxy, but fewer pairs host planets. Now we have an idea why: they rip them to shreds [Link]
Mashable » The Killers are no longer feuding with Panda Express on Twitter
The Killers and Panda Express are coming out of their feud and they're doing just fine. The fast food chain settled their broccoli beef with the band over using their lyrics for fortune cookies without permission by proving they've got a soul and vowing to make a charitable donation. SEE ALSO: Spotify offers Barack Obama a gig as President of Playlists … [Link]
Mashable » This book service wants to help you celebrate black excellence in literature
Black authors have long documented their struggles and triumphs as a way to lift up their community. But in a society that still largely champions white narratives, their books are often overlooked — making it hard for black readers to find their lives represented in mainstream literature. A new subscription box service called Noir Reads is looking to address this barrier, … [Link]
Mashable » Get a first look at 'Snatchers,' a teen comedy with a sci-fi twist, before its Sundance debut
High school has always been kind of like a horror movie, but Snatchers takes it to a whole new level. The new series, produced by digital content platform Stage 13, will make its world premiere during the Sundance Film Festival's Midnight Showcase on Jan. 21, and Mashable has an exclusive first look at the comedic thriller. SEE ALSO: Chelsea Handler … [Link]
Mashable » Terrifying video shows a snowboarder barely escaping an avalanche
A snowboarder in Whistler, Canada had a very close call after he accidentally caused an avalanche while hitting some fresh powder. Australian native Tom Oye came to a stop at the top of a ridge when suddenly the snow beneath him started to shift. Just as the avalanche starts, Oye engages his special backpack, which inflates an airbag and helps … [Link]
Mashable » This futuristic tumbleweed is actually a minesweeper
‘Mine Kafon' is a "low-cost wind-powered mine detonator with the appearance of a giant, spiky-armed tumbleweed." There's an estimated 110 million mines still buried around the world. The inventor of 'Mine Kafon' – a former Afghan refugee – hopes it will inspire others to join the effort to make the world mine-free by 2027. Read more…More about Standalone Featured, Mashable Video, … [Link]
Slashdot » Half the Work People Do Can Be Automated, Says McKinsey
Half the work people do in their jobs can be automated, according to a study published by McKinsey Global Institute. From a report: Instead of assessing the impact of automation on specific jobs, the study went to a more granular level by looking at the activities involved in various jobs. The logic is that every occupation has a range of … [Link]
Mashable » Hinge's new captions can get you twice the likes
Captions make photos so much more fun, so it's smart that dating app Hinge has just started letting users write them on their pictures. You can now add both captions and locations to any of the images that are displayed interspersed with the text in your profile. (Photos from Facebook and Instagram will populate the information automatically.) It’s definitely worth spending … [Link]
Mashable » 8 Tips for staying productive when you’re never in the office
For many of us, our “office job” doesn’t have us in the office very often. Salespeople, entrepreneurs, account reps, and countless other positions have you running around from place to place, only stopping into the office between offsite meetings or on the rare occasion that you don’t have something scheduled. Without that critical office time to sit down and focus on … [Link]
Mashable » Why Nintendo Switch games come on tiny little cards
Nintendo is ditching discs and going all in on game cards for the Nintendo Switch. Nintendo revealed what the Nintendo Switch game cards look like in a Nintendo Treehouse Live stream Friday, showing a Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild card roughly the same size as a Nintendo DS or 3DS game card. Although it seems like a technological downgrade, … [Link]
Mashable » Unicorn eyeliner is a real beauty trend… and it's pretty magical
Unicorn eyeliner is a becoming a popular beauty trend. It's pretty magical. All you need is rainbow makeup, sparkles, a horn winged liner and good hand-eye coordination. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Real Time Video, Real Time, Makeup Guru, and Eyeshadow [Link]
Mashable » Watch 'How to Get Away With Murder' alum Katie Findlay in new clip for go90 show
How to Get Away With Murder star Katie Findlay is about to dance her way through Berlin in a new series for go90. Titled Lost Generation, the New Form Digital show follows Hannah Cooper (Findlay), a young American who goes to Berlin to find her missing friend but is soon drawn into the wild, seductive club scene that he frequented. SEE … [Link]
Mashable » Michaels recalls thousands of those relaxing rock salt lamps
Those trendy, relaxing Himalayan Rock Salt lamps everyone's been buzzing about might not be as safe as you think. On Tuesday, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a recall on about 80,000 lamps, which are believed to have health benefits and improve your mood, due to potential shock and fire hazard risks. SEE ALSO: Cat loves lamp more than anyone … [Link]
Popular Science » Tech found in your cell phone could cure motion-sickness and save lives
Technology At ease on unsteady seas Until recently, gyroscopic stabilizers were monstrous machines weighing about 100 tons. Now they're small enough to go on 30-foot boats. [Link]
Mashable » Here's how much Tesla will charge new owners for using Superchargers
So long, free charging. After announcing in November 2016 that it will start charging new Tesla owners for using its Supercharger network, Tesla detailed exactly how it will go down. SEE ALSO: Tesla's Gigafactory is officially open for business Tesla previously said that everyone who orders a Tesla after Jan. 15, 2017, or pre-ordered a Tesla that won't arrive before April … [Link]
Slashdot » US Appeals Court Revives Antitrust Lawsuit Against Apple
iPhone app purchasers may sue Apple over allegations that the company monopolized the market for iPhone apps by not allowing users to purchase them outside the App Store, leading to higher prices, a U.S. appeals court ruled. From a report on Reuters: The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling revives a long-simmering legal challenge originally filed in 2012 taking … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Concussed athletes more likely to injure their legs months later
After a head blow, athletes are at greater risk of knee ligament tears and ankle sprains. A study of college sportsmen suggests looser legs may be to blame [Link]
Mashable » For the love of charity, look at these dog bellies
There is no greater joy on this earth than the joy of a fuzzy dog belly — and er, the thrill of charitable giving. Luckily, photographer Jason Kenzie and designer Tania Ryan's The Underdogs Project puts together a creative photography series to satisfy this largely untapped market. SEE ALSO: Happy pups take owner for a joyous snowboarding ride in a winter … [Link]
Mashable » We made the Young Pope an online dating profile just in case
HBO’s The Young Pope has not yet premiered in the U.S., but we just feel like we know him, you know? Despite disturbing reports that Pope Pius XIII (Jude Law) is not as cool as our memes had hoped, one big thing we feel like we know about him is that he might have sex. The show is on HBO, after … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Poker AI competes to beat top players in no-limit game
Artificial intelligence could be close to conquering poker, as one system takes on four top players, while another has already beaten humans, it is claimed [Link]
Mashable » It's now much harder to see if someone edited a Facebook post
Have you ever made a cringeworthy mistake in a Facebook post? Don't lie, the answer is yes. If you have a sense of shame, Facebook at least allows you to go back and correct your gaffe by editing the post, a feature that certain other social media networks still haven't added. But evidence of your slip-up lived on with the tiny … [Link]
Mashable » At 98 years old, this has to be the world’s oldest yoga teacher
Tao Porchon-Lynch is a legend. At 98 years old she is the world's oldest known yoga teacher. Throughout her life she has been an actress, model and activist. She famously wowed judges auditioning for 'America's Got Talent' with her 26-year-old dance partner. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Health, Real Time Video, Real Time, and Yoga Teacher [Link]
Slashdot » Chrome is Getting the Ability To Play FLAC
Audiophiles are getting a new way to listen to one of the top formats for lossless music. From a report: Google has begun adding FLAC support to Chrome, and it should be rolling out to the masses very soon. FLAC support is already live in Chrome's beta build and it's live in the current version of Chrome OS, too. If … [Link]
Mashable » Messy Oregon man finds a year-old lottery ticket worth $1 million cleaning his house
Have you ever looked through the pockets an old pair of pants you found in the back of your closet and pulled out a dollar? Well, for one Oregon man, his experience with finding forgotten money was like a million of those. Joemel Panisa, an Oregon local, was motivated to tidy up his house thanks to the recent snow and ice … [Link]
Mashable » 'Big Bang Theory' co-creator asks Julian Assange to hack Donald Trump
When it comes to politics, entertainers have a vast platform and CBS television's Chuck Lorre knows exactly how he wants to use it. The Mom creator used his show's vanity cards — the production company logos that flash by at the end of an episode — to write an open letter encouraging Julian Assange to hack Trump where it hurts. "The … [Link]
Mashable » It's 2017 and it turns out there *are* still more fish in the sea
In 2015, researchers discovered a new species of seadragon, a kind of marine fish related to pipefish and seahorses. Josefin Stiller, a graduate student at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego discovered the little ruby friend, dubbed the "Ruby Seadragon" by analyzing the DNA of preserved specimens. Until now, no one has ever seen … [Link]
Mashable » Comedian trolls subway riders with jaw-dropping books about Trump
What would you do if a man sat down next to you on the subway and pulled out his copy of Eat, Pray, Grab Pussy: One President's Search for Everything? Scott Rogowsky tests this out in his most recent video. Called the "Unpresidented Edition," Rogoswky joins subway riders accompanied by jaw-dropping titles such as "Merriam-Webster's Locker Room Talk English Dictionary" … [Link]
Mashable » Paul Ryan didn't give us the dab we wanted, he gave us the dab we deserved
There are many things Americans need right now, but seeing Paul Ryan attempt to dab is definitely not one of them. Despite this fact, the Speaker of the House decided to do it anyway… on national television. Way to go, Paul. 😒 SEE ALSO: Mr. No Fun Paul Ryan shuts down kid who tries to dab The world recently poked fun … [Link]
Mashable » Your company isn’t saving the world: Why you should stay there anyway
I once knew a guy named Brian. Brian was a recent college graduate and he wanted to work for an environmental nonprofit, but he couldn’t find a job. All of the organizations that interested him could only offer volunteer roles, and Brian needed to pay his rent. Brian received a job offer in pharmaceutical sales. At first, he was resentful – … [Link]
Mashable » Review round-up: Here's what people are saying about 'The Young Pope'
The Young Pope is not for everyone, though maybe that's exactly how he likes it. Paolo Sorrentino's upcoming series stars Jude Law as Pope Pius XIII (born Lenny Belardo), a newly elected, intimidating pope. The mere concept of the show — about about a pope who has been alive for fewer years than other popes — inspired tons of memes on … [Link]
Mashable » Dude shows off how he lived in a storage unit for 2 months
"Got my nunchucks up here." After wandering around the Pacific Crest Trail, YouTuber 007craft decided to live out of an undisclosed storage unit while he was turning his Honda Civic into a cozy camper. The unit features running water but also a bar, toaster oven, hot plate, bed, 4K TV, internet and surround sound. Obviously, living in a storage unit … [Link]
Mashable » These vibrating smart jeans double as a GPS system
Connecting to your smartphone via Bluetooth, these smart jeans vibrate on your right or left side to actively guide you towards your destination. Read more…More about Ces, Ces 2017, Technology, Real Time Video, and Real Time [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft's New Windows 10 Game Mode Will Maximize Gaming Performance
Microsoft has started officially testing a new Game Mode feature in Windows 10. From a report: Traces of the new option were found back in December, but the most recent test build of Windows 10 (15007) includes Game Mode in the Xbox app. MSPoweruser has supplied some screenshots of how you can enable the option, but Microsoft has not yet … [Link]
Mashable » This Albert Einstein robot will actually get smarter the more you interact with it
Why limit your personal assistant to a voice, when you can have your own miniature robotic genius? Read more…More about Albert Einstein, Real Time Video, Real Time, Artificial Intelligence, and Siri [Link]
Popular Science » China's new aircraft carrier hints at the future of its navy
From Our Blogs: Eastern Arsenal The Liaoning carried at least three helicopters, eight fighters, three destroyers, two frigates, and a refueling ship. The aircraft carrier Liaoning is already making big waves. What's more, it's likely it'll be followed by even bigger carriers. [Link]
Slashdot » Security Experts Rebut The Guardian's Report That Claimed WhatsApp Has a Backdoor
William Turton, writing for Gizmodo: This morning, the Guardian published a story with an alarming headline: "WhatsApp backdoor allows snooping on encrypted messages." If true, this would have massive implications for the security and privacy of WhatsApp's one-billion-plus users. Fortunately, there's no backdoor in WhatsApp, and according to Alec Muffett, an experienced security researcher who spoke to Gizmodo, the Guardian's … [Link]
Mashable » Student turns her Oxford rejection letter into a magnificent work of art
Waiting to hear back from colleges can be a stressful time, especially if you end up not getting the news you want to hear. And while we all come to terms with rejection in different ways, this student took a particularly unique approach. SEE ALSO: Kid has a brutally honest answer to a ridiculous assignment Louisa Saunders arrived home on Wednesday … [Link]
Mashable » Lady Liberty to be portrayed as a woman of color on U.S. currency
The U.S. Mint and Treasury is making history with its 2017 American Liberty High Relief Gold Coin. In honor of the Treasury's 225th anniversary, it unveiled a new gold coin that portrays Lady Liberty as a woman of color for the first time ever. SEE ALSO: Now you can wear India's new currency notes printed on your sari At a press … [Link]
Slashdot » App.net is Shutting Down
Social network App.net is shutting down once and for all in March. The company said on March 14 it will be deleting all user data. The announcement comes two years after the company ceased active development on the platform. From the official blog post: Ultimately, we failed to overcome the chicken-and-egg issue between application developers and user adoption of those … [Link]
Mashable » 'Everyone wants us to win' — Twitter's marketing chief on the company's future
What’s posted on Twitter inspires headlines, but looking at the last few years of stories about Twitter itself? Not so inspirational. Rampant abuse is leading high-profile celebrities to abandon the service. Same with c-suite executives and other prominent users. As for everyone else, user growth has all but stalled. Twitter's aspirations of being acquired suddenly fell under a flood of media … [Link]
Mashable » What’s the best business structure for a first-time founder?
For first-time founders, there’s a lot of new territory to navigate. Pretty quickly, you need to figure out product-market fit, customer acquisition costs, and a realistic business model. You need to add to your team and make your first big hires. And you need to understand important legal matters like intellectual property, ownership percentage, and business structures. In this article, we’ll … [Link]
Mashable » Perfectly frozen fox is eerie reminder that nature is cruel
This poor fox is one of the victims of extreme weather conditions that are gripping vast parts of Germany and Europe. Image: Johannes Stehle/picture-alliance/dpa/AP ImagesA hunter in the southern city of Fridingen told the news agency dpa that the fox fell through the thin ice of the Danube river and drowned. SEE ALSO: An iceberg the size of Delaware is about … [Link]
Mashable » Trump didn't drain the swamp, he created these swamp monsters
When he was running for President, Donald Trump promised to drain the swamp. As his inauguration approaches, it appears that Trump's plan was less about "draining the swamp" and more about clogging it with swamp monsters. The list is long and dark, and includes a Dancing with the Stars reject who is now poised to be in charge of America's nuclear … [Link]
Mashable » How Jadeveon Clowney went from draft bust to forceful freak of nature
You don't have to look hard to relive "The Hit." SEE ALSO: This is the sports debate show parody we needed It's treated as folklore among avid college football fans. It's the time Jadeveon Clowney, then a 6-foot-5, 266-pound defensive end at the University of South Carolina, lit the sports world ablaze with a swift show of brute force in the … [Link]
Slashdot » Google's New Compression Tool Uses 75% Less Bandwidth Without Sacrificing Image Quality
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Next Web: Google just released an image compression technology called RAISR (Rapid and Accurate Super Image Resolution) designed to save your precious data without sacrificing photo quality. Claiming to use up to 75 percent less bandwidth, RAISR analyzes both low and high-quality versions of the same image. Once analyzed, it learns what … [Link]
Mashable » Consumer Reports recommends the new MacBook Pro after battery fix
After Apple released a fix for the battery issue that caused Consumer Reports' MacBook battery tests to go crazy, the organization now recommends Apple's 2016 MacBook Pros — just like all MacBooks that came before them. The issue originally caused CR not to recommend Apple's new MacBook Pros after it tested them in December. Known for rigorous testing standards, CR found … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Press regulators need to act when scientific facts are denied
Journalists do not deserve the backing of press regulators when they deny facts such as those on anthropogenic climate change, says Phillip Williamson [Link]
Mashable » Network pulls Joseph Fiennes' Michael Jackson portrayal
LONDON — With less than a week to go before the release of new comedy Urban Myths, Sky has announced that the controversial "Elizabeth, Michael and Marlon" episode has been pulled. The casting of Joseph Fiennes as Michael Jackson was the subject of heavy criticism when it was initially announced. The decision to pull the episode comes just days after Jackson's … [Link]
Mashable » Bryan Cranston and Jessica Biel star in glorious Kanye West soap opera
James Corden is truly a jack of all trades — Tony winner, movie star, late night television host. Last night on The Late Late Show, he tried his hand at soap operas with a musical twist. SEE ALSO: James Corden and Jamie Foxx turn public domain songs into show stopping, sexy melodies The Bold and the Lyrical skit had all … [Link]
Mashable » When your friend suddenly becomes your boss
When your friend becomes your boss, office politics take on a whole new meaning. Bryan Cranston and Jessica Biel star in glorious Kanye West soap opera The online stalking rabbit hole: How far down have you gone? Maisie Williams stars in trailer for gritty Netflix original film 'iBoy' ‘Mario Kart 8 Deluxe' might resurrect Battle Mode for the Nintendo Switch Read more… More about … [Link]
Mashable » The most right-swiped jobs on Tinder in your city
On Tinder, it isn't just about photos. Despite a heavy focus on visuals, users do indeed read the words listed below the photos. Alongside "About" blurbs and alma maters, users can also share what they do for a living. But which jobs are the ones likely to help your chances of a right swipe? SEE ALSO: Online dating FOMO is ruining … [Link]
Mashable » The online stalking rabbit hole: How far down have you gone?
Social media can take you down a deep, dark spiral if you stalk too much. Or it can be pretty cool. Maisie Williams stars in trailer for gritty Netflix original film 'iBoy' ‘Mario Kart 8 Deluxe' might resurrect Battle Mode for the Nintendo Switch The 'Rick and Morty' intro gets a neat 8-bit video game makeover ‘The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild' … [Link]
Mashable » YouTuber Brent Rivera and 'Black-ish' star Marcus Scribner talk new teen comedy 'Alexander IRL'
What is the most important thing to include in a teen comedy? A party, of course! And Alexander IRL, YouTube Red's latest film offering, features just that. The movie — which debuted on the streaming service this week — follows a young teen Alexander (YouTuber Brent Rivera) who decides to throw a legendary house party to win friends and woo his … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Bird-loving vampire bats develop taste for human blood
Bats in Brazil exclusively feed on bird blood, but new arrivals in their territory are now on the menu – they have been caught feasting on human blood [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Developing with Docker – $17.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL
Get "Developing with Docker" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2017-01-17 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]
Mashable » India is majorly changing the way its streets light up at night
India is changing the way its streets light up at night, and it’s saving a lot of energy doing so. SEE ALSO: India built the world's largest solar plant in just eight months Earlier this week, India’s union minister Piyush Goyal announced that more than 200,000 streetlights in south Delhi have been replaced with LED bulbs as part of what he … [Link]
Mashable » When your friend gets a promotion
A wise man once said "With great power comes great responsibility." Well, sometimes the powerful let it go to their heads. But what happens when that powerful person is your friend? Read more…More about Office Humor, Mashable Video, Jobs, Comedy, and Friendship [Link]
Mashable » Facebook stalkers confess their dark secrets
Social media can be a life-changing tool. It can help you keep in touch with that cousin from Italy or keep tabs on that high school crush … or it can send you down a spiral of despair and darkness. Read more…More about Funny, Social Media, Instagram, Linkedin, and Twitter [Link]
Mashable » Cats cosily tucked into bed is the viral trend we need today
It’s cold this winter, and cats need cuddling too. Twitter users in Japan are posting the cutest pictures of their cats cosy in bed, and we can't take it. なにこれ~ pic.twitter.com/3rrIpRsChy — ホイップ (@HOIPPU_0722) January 10, 2017 @HOIPPU_0722ホイち~ pic.twitter.com/LeORiuDdls — Mugi (@MugiMuta) January 11, 2017 @HOIPPU_0722 すげー😳&#~ pic.twitter.com/D8NLwPd5cE — やる気だ~ (@QTBKxx0otUuQ4hj) January 10, 2017 @HOIPPU_0722 ちゃんと~ ˘ω˘ ) スヤァ…~ pic.twitter.com/hAHLKNm2Np — … [Link]
Mashable » Bush sisters' heartfelt letter to the Obama girls will make your day
The daughters of former U.S. President George W. Bush have penned a heartfelt, inspiring letter to President Barack Obama's daughters as they're on the way out of the White House. SEE ALSO: The Obamas got real emotional at the president's farewell address In the letter, which was published by Time, Barbara and Jenna recalled the moment they greeted Malia and Sasha … [Link]
Mashable » Nickelodeon's plans for an underwater Spongebob Squarepants attraction has sparked outrage
Despite uproar from the local community, it appears Nickelodeon will push ahead with its plans to build an undersea attraction in Palawan — one of the Philippines' most pristine islands. Nickelodeon first announced on Monday in a press release that it would be building an "undersea attraction and resort" on Palawan, as part of a 400-hectare development with Coral World Park … [Link]
Mashable » Maisie Williams stars in trailer for gritty Netflix original film 'iBoy'
If you mashed up the dark technological futurescape of Black Mirror with the victim-turned-vigilante plot line of a superhero movie, you might get something a bit like iBoy: the new Netflix original film starring Maisie Williams in one of the lead roles. SEE ALSO: 29 times Maisie Williams was the undisputed queen of social media In the trailer above, teenager … [Link]
Mashable » Vin Diesel does a Kevin Spacey in India, grooves to 'Lungi Dance'
Vin Diesel is having a gala time in India. After receiving a grand welcome in Mumbai on Thursday, the Hollywood star sent fans into a tizzy at the premiere of xXx: Return of Xander Cage by grooving to a wildly popular Bollywood song. SEE ALSO: Vin Diesel gets traditional welcome and is chased by paparazzi on first visit to India And … [Link]
Slashdot » US Puts Bumblebee On the Endangered Species List For First Time
For the first time for a bumblebee and a bee species in the U.S., the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has designated the bumblebee an endangered species. The protected status goes into effect on February 10, and includes requirements for federal protections and the development of a recovery plan. NPR reports: "Today's Endangered Species listing is the best — and … [Link]
Mashable » Bryan Cranston, Giovanni Ribisi talk about Amazon's 'Sneaky Pete'
Growing up, Bryan Cranston's family called him a "Sneaky Pete." The Breaking Bad actor, who had a challenging childhood, used to try and find shortcuts to chores and conducted mini-scams like reselling used sun tan lotion. That nickname was the jumping point for Cranston's new show of the same name, Sneaky Pete. The Amazon series, which originally was for CBS, was … [Link]
Mashable » Indians upset over calendar featuring PM Narendra Modi on the cover
Indians are unhappy with the fact that their Prime Minister has now entered wall calendars and table diaries. Issued by the government-owned Khadi Village Industries Commission (KVIC), the 2017 calendars and diaries carry a cover photograph of Narendra Modi, instead of Mahatma Gandhi, who'd been on it for decades. SEE ALSO: People are hating on India's national airline for wanting to … [Link]
Mashable » Footage of Tencent's ridiculously sexist and inappropriate staff party go viral
Tencent, China's largest internet company, has apologised after terrible inappropriate videos from its annual party went viral. The six-second video showed female employees on their knees, attempting to use their mouths to unscrew the caps off bottles gripped between male coworkers' thighs. SEE ALSO: People are pissed about the sexist and ageist reaction to Madonna twerking Unsurprisingly, the videos have incited … [Link]
Mashable » This driverless car will hit South Korea roads this year
While Uber and Tesla grab headlines in self-driving car tech, Korean engineers are building an autonomous vehicle that is planned for roadworthiness by the middle of this year. A team at the Seoul National University have been building their self-driving car — cleverly named SNUber — for the past couple of years. While it's been available for use on campus via … [Link]
Slashdot » Nintendo Switch Will Launch On March 3rd For $299, Won't Feature Region-Locking Software
Nintendo has released more details about its upcoming Nintendo Switch gaming console. We have learned that the console will be launching on March 3rd worldwide, and in North America the console will be available for $299.99. What's more is that it won't feature region-locking for software, meaning you can play games from any region no matter where you buy your … [Link]
Mashable » 'Mario Kart 8 Deluxe' might resurrect Battle Mode for the Nintendo Switch
If you thought Nintendo was ramping up their newest console without including a Mario Kart game, think again. During the big N's press conference on the Nintendo Switch tonight, they released a trailer for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. While this isn't a true sequel to the racing franchise, the update to the most recent kart experience looks to include a … [Link]
Mashable » Now you can turn your Apple Watch into a mini retro Macintosh for $15
This is everything you never knew you needed. Dubbed "W3", Elago's latest Apple Watch stand is a miniature version of the iconic original Macintosh from 1984. SEE ALSO: You can finally play 'Pokémon Go' on an Apple Watch Besides looking amazing, the W3 is also pretty functional. Compatible with all Apple watches, it supports Apple's nightstand mode, allowing you to use … [Link]
Mashable » The 'Rick and Morty' intro gets a neat 8-bit video game makeover
As Rick and Morty fans are left still wondering when Season 3 of the animated series will be released, the folks at Adult Swim are hoping to placate them with tidbits of internet content. One of the most impressive so far is this "8-bit" version of the show's intro, animated by Paul Robertson of Super Dino Boys. Sure, there's a … [Link]
Mashable » Mario's newest game seems a whole lot like 'Grand Theft Auto,' at least to the internet
That Italian plumber has finally moved to the big city. And oh, the crimes that he will commit. During Nintendo's Jan. 12 press conference on its newest half home/half portable console the Switch, the legendary Japanese video game giant revealed the first solid information for the newest Super Mario game. SEE ALSO: Everything we currently know about the Nintendo Switch That … [Link]
Mashable » 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild' is out on March 3
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild will be out on March 3, the same day as Nintendo's new Switch console. It had been widely speculated, but Nintendo made it official: Zelda is a Switch launch title. The new trailer, which premiered at the tail end of Nintendo's Jan. 12 Switch reveal, offers one of the most extensive looks … [Link]
Mashable » Perfect response to anyone who thinks childcare work is just 'wiping noses' goes viral
You’d think society would have learnt to really value childcare workers by now. They work a difficult job tirelessly, helping to shape children during their very formative years. Yet they're not always given the respect they deserve. Only recently, Australian politician and angry boiled egg, David Leyonhjelm shocked many when he described childcare work as merely "wiping noses and stopping the … [Link]
Mashable » 'Fargo' returns in April with iPhones and Ewan McGregor
When Fargo returns to FX in April, the show will be more contemporary than viewers are used to. The third season is set in 2010, meaning technology will play more of a role in Eden Valley, Minnesota. While the setting is retro — everything from the rooms and the cars — the characters are taking selfies on their iPhones. “2010’s really … [Link]
Mashable » 'Super Mario Odyssey' is everything we want from Nintendo Switch
Super Mario Odyssey is the name of Nintendo's first Switch Mario game. Its world is described as a "sandbox" — think Grand Theft Auto, but maybe with less bloody violence — and the gameplay places some importance on Mario's hat, which sports a pair of googly eyes. There's a lot to digest in Nintendo's first look, which you can see … [Link]
Mashable » Nintendo Switch's Joy-Con controllers are more powerful than they look
The Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers—which at first glance look like tiny additions meant to support the tablet-like portable/home console it can slide into—is actually packed with tech. For one thing: there's motion control. This isn't too surprising, considering Nintendo's console predecessors featured motion control-equipped Wii remotes. In addition to a joystick, shoulder buttons and the standard four action buttons, the controllers … [Link]
Mashable » Nintendo Switch's battery life may disappoint you
In the run up to the Nintendo Switch full announcement, many questions remained. One of those questions, and far from the least important, asked what the battery life would be like for a console that is meant to 'switch' between a home console and a portable handheld. SEE ALSO: Everything we currently know about the Nintendo Switch During Nintendo's Jan. 12 … [Link]
Mashable » At least 1,000 more buses ask to park for Women's March than Trump's inauguration
It looks like the march against Donald Trump could outshine his inauguration. Well, at least in one sense — at least 1,200 permit requests to park tour buses have been received by Washington, D.C., officials for the day after the inauguration, when the Women's March will take place. Meanwhile, just 200 permits were requested for the actual day of the presidential … [Link]
Mashable » You'll have to pay for Nintendo Switch's online play, but they're getting rid of region locking
You’ll have to pay for online play with Nintendo's Switch, the company announced today in its Thursday livestream presentation. Paid subscription services aren't new to online consoles but it is for Nintendo. You'll be able to try it out for free on a trial basis at launch, but you'll have to pay for a subscription after that grace period ends in … [Link]
Mashable » Nintendo Switch releases worldwide on March 3
The Nintendo Switch will be released worldwide on March 3, with a North American price of $299.99. Nintendo president Tatsumi Kimishima wasted no time in sharing the two most pressing Switch details — release date and price — on fan's minds. They were the first pieces of news to emerge from the company's Tokyo live stream. SEE ALSO: 'The Legend of … [Link]
Mashable » Adorable koala drinking from a hose on a super hot day is summer goals
How much can a koala bear? Not too much when it comes to the intense heat of an Australian summer, it seems. One particularly overheated koala has been filmed battling the weather by drinking straight from a hose, its little hand adorably wrapped around it. The video was first uploaded by Courtney Jade Harvey from Woodside, South Australia, who noticed … [Link]
Mashable » Watch Nintendo's Switch presentation right here
Aside from the whole hybrid portable/home console deal, there's not a whole lot we knew about Nintendo's next console, the Switch. Fortunately tonight's presentation, which started at 11 p.m. ET, changed all that. We received news of a release date, pricing and launch line-up and a few more details on how exactly this piece of technology works and what else … [Link]
Slashdot » Study Shows Wearable Sensors Can Tell When You Are Getting Sick
skids quotes a report from Phys.Org: Wearable sensors that monitor heart rate, activity, skin temperature and other variables can reveal a lot about what is going on inside a person, including the onset of infection, inflammation and even insulin resistance, according to a study by researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine. Altogether, the team collected nearly 2 billion … [Link]
Mashable » Novak Djokovic schooled in wheelchair tennis, is unsurprisingly very bad at it
Novak Djokovic is one of the world's top tennis players, but don't expect him to excel in all versions of the game just yet. Djokovic tried out some wheelchair tennis for a charity event in Melbourne, Australia on Wednesday, playing against Australian wheelchair tennis pro and two-time gold medalist, Dylan Alcott. While the Serbian champ has no such trouble hitting balls … [Link]
Mashable » Yes, the new Rams coach is old enough to drink
On a day when LA's newest football team — the Chargers — stole most NFL headlines, the Los Angeles Rams made a big announcement of their own. The team hired 30-year-old Sean McVay as their new head coach, the youngest in NFL history. McVay, who turns 31 in a couple weeks, barely surpasses Alabama head coach Lane Kiffin as the youngest … [Link]
Mashable » The most anticipated movies of 2017
There’s nothing like the excitement of a new year full of upcoming films that are sure to surprise and shock. CineFix weighs in on this year's possible hits, flops and unexpected crowd pleasers. Visit CineFix for more episodes and movie-related content. Read more…More about Blade Runner, Kong Skull Island, Wonder Woman, Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2, and Cinefix Roundtable [Link]
Mashable » The BBC sets up a taskforce to fight back against fake news
The uphill battle against fake news (and correctly using the term "fake news" in the first place) continues. The latest effort to debunk made-up information is British broadcaster BBC. On Thursday, The Guardian reported the BBC was forming a debunking team to tackle false stories that often start on Facebook and other social media outlets. SEE ALSO: Indonesia sets up agency … [Link]
Mashable » People are hating on India's national airline for wanting to reserve seats for women
In what is possibly a world's first, India's national carrier Air India will now be reserving seats for women. Six seats in the front rows of domestic flights will be blocked without any additional cost, The Hindu reported. SEE ALSO: Indian government refuses to allow in-flight Wi-Fi For a while now, buses, trains and even auto-rickshaws in India have had special … [Link]
Mashable » Comedian's rant about car thieves is a pure joy to behold
Stealing is wrong, kids! Just ask Australian "Dubsmash King," Ian Zaro, who awoke to find a stolen car had been dumped outside his house. Rather than just ignore it, the Aboriginal, Torres Strait and South Sea Islander comedian decided to draw attention to the crime the best way he knew how — by making a Facebook video. The resulting viral … [Link]
Mashable » Hey, Siri: How'd you and every other digital assistant get its name?
Siri. Alexa. Google. Cortana. The digital assistants created by the largest tech companies in the world have become such a big part of our everyday lives, you may have never considered why we call them the names we do. But the stories behind these names are more complex than you might think. SEE ALSO: Samsung might have just confirmed Bixby, the … [Link]
Slashdot » CVS Announces Super Cheap Generic Alternative To EpiPen
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: Pharmaceutical giant CVS announced Thursday that it has partnered with Impax Laboratories to sell a generic epinephrine auto-injector for $109.99 for a two-pack — a dramatic cut from Mylan's Epipen two-pack prices, which list for more than $600 as a brand name and $300 as a generic. The lower-cost auto-injector, a … [Link]
Mashable » Someone came up with a clever Tinder move to ensure responses
Have you ever matched with someone on a dating app like Tinder, only to have no clue what to do after that? You're not alone. Joe Bagel has been there too, and his refusal to use pick up lines left him with only one creative option — name poems. SEE ALSO: Guys show us their best poses for Tinder profile photos … [Link]
Mashable » George Michael gets the 'rainbow priest' memorial mural he deserves
George Michael was a saint. Don't let anyone tell you differently. Although the press hounded him for his supposed controversies, the man was a shining beacon of hope, light and leather. So it's fitting then that the late, great singer and gay icon has been honoured with a memorial mural in Sydney, Australia, casting him as pseudo a religious icon. SEE … [Link]
Mashable » Google has removed the term 'fake news' from its advertiser rules
Google no longer uses the term "fake news" in its advertising policy. The company has quietly erased the only explicit mention of the phrase from the rules for its AdSense platform. This comes just months after it announced that it would no longer serve ads to sites that traffic in misinformation. SEE ALSO: Indonesia sets up agency to combat fake news … [Link]
Mashable » This city is fighting sexual harassment on the subway with a 24/7 hotline
If you are female and have ever ridden a train or bus, sexually inappropriate gestures, words and even contact are things you might be all too familiar with. Now the Los Angeles public transit system will be the first in the world to address this problem by offering its riders a 24/7 hotline for sexual harassment, according to a statement from … [Link]
New Scientist – News » First ever video of an elusive new ruby seadragon filmed in wild
The rare and unusual spiny fish, recognised as a new species in 2015, was previously only known from four museum specimens [Link]
Mashable » The top films we can't wait to see in 2017
It's time to gather around the roundtable to roundup the most anticipated films this new year! (Whoa, did you just get dizzy?) Take a breath, sit back, and join CineFix as they discuss this year's possible blockbuster hits and indie flicks. Visit CineFix for more episodes and movie-related content. Watch the entire, tearful bromance tribute between Obama and Biden The Weeknd's video … [Link]
Mashable » The most devoted fitness fanatics can now squeeze in a workout before their flight
Yoga rooms are becoming the norm at airports and one even has a therapy pig to try to make air travel less stressful. So it makes sense that now an airport will feature a full gym (with showers) to help you take the edge off, or at least, keep up with your fitness goals. Roam Fitness is opening by the end … [Link]
Slashdot » Tesla To Power Gigafactory With World's Largest Solar Rooftop Installation
Last week, Tesla announced that its Gigafactory has begun mass production of lithium-ion battery cells in Nevada. But the company failed to mention one thrilling detail in their January 4 announcement: the Gigafactory could be powered by the world's largest solar rooftop installation. According to an investor handout, a 70-megawatt (MW) solar array along with ground solar panels could let … [Link]
Mashable » The San Diego, er, Los Angeles Chargers epitomize the rotten scam that is pro sports
As with most everything these days, internet jokes provide thin cover for a darker truth. Yes, the Los Angeles Chargers' new logo is lame. Yes, it deserves the online roasting it got Thursday. But beneath the derisive laughter is the despair of thousands upon thousands of San Diego Chargers fans who just got told that they — and their treasured memories … [Link]
Mashable » New species of gibbon named after Star Wars character, and Twitter can't cope
The Force is strong with this adorable newly-discovered gibbon species. Thanks to some Star Wars-loving scientists, the new species in southwest China has been named in honor of our favorite hero from a galaxy far far away, Luke Skywalker. SEE ALSO: Monkeys mourning the 'death' of a robot monkey will hit you right in the feels Following the announcement, the Skywalker … [Link]
Mashable » Jeff Bezos is living the billionaire dream and buying a museum to turn into his house
From Graceland to the home of Mark Twain, old storied mansions are often transformed into museums. But when you're a billionaire tech exec, life can work the other way round. Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos recently paid $23 million in cash for a 27,000-square foot property in Washington D.C. that just happens to be the city's former Textile Museum, according to a … [Link]
Mashable » Robert De Niro commends Meryl Streep's 'beautiful' Trump speech
Meryl Streep's condemnation of president-elect Donald Trump during her Golden Globes speech on Sunday still continues to have a powerful effect, despite never even mentioning his name. In the speech, Streep made her profound heartbreak known about Trump's mocking of a disabled reporter at a rally during his campaign last year. The speech might have divided opinions, but there's also plenty … [Link]
Mashable » New YouTube feature lets fans 'tip' creators during live streams
YouTube wants its creators to be able to make more money from live streams. The video giant on Thursday unveiled a new feature called "Super Chat," which allows fans to pay to highlight their messages within the live chat stream. Image: youtubeThe more a YouTube viewer pays, the longer their message will stay pinned. The message is also highlighted in a … [Link]
Mashable » Europe is prepping for a world where robots need rights
With every new innovation in the artificial intelligence space, it becomes even more tempting to imagine a near future filled with humanoid robots ready and willing to accomplish any task. After all, that's what we've been promised by sci-fi movies and books for years. But once our future artificially intelligent robot overlords assistants are ingrained in society and inevitably tangled up … [Link]
Mashable » This is not a drill: Snapchat is about to get a major redesign
Big changes are headed for Snapchat — again. The company is set to roll out a major redesign of its app in the coming days, Snapchat confirmed Thursday. The new look, which is being previewed to the company's beta testers on Android now, adds a search bar, new navigation and a global live story that will feature snaps from all over … [Link]
Slashdot » Rural Americans At Higher Risk From Five Leading Causes of Death: CDC
An anonymous reader quotes a report from CBS News: Americans living in rural areas are more likely to die from five leading causes of death than people living in urban areas, according to a new government report. Many of these deaths are preventable, officials say, with causes including heart disease, cancer, unintentional injuries, stroke, and chronic lower respiratory disease. Approximately … [Link]
Mashable » The generic EpiPen is already causing some insurance companies to drop the real one
The introduction of a generic version of the life-saving — and expensive — EpiPen was heralded as a long overdue fix. But the move is now causing some insurance companies to change how they approach coverage of the allergy tool. The insurer Cigna on Thursday said the company would no longer cover the full-price EpiPen, which costs as much as $600. … [Link]
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