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.

Slashdot » IBM Gets a Patent On 'Out-of-Office' Email Messages — In 2017

Wednesday 1 March 23:45:00 UTC 2017

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued IBM a — what the Electronic Frontier Foundation calls — "stupefyingly mundane" patent on e-mail technology. U.S. Patent No. 9,547,842, "Out-of-office electronic mail messaging system" was filed in 2010 and granted about six weeks ago. Ars Technica reports: The "invention" represented in the '842 patent is starkly at odds with the real … [Link]

Mashable » Ridiculous attack ad blasts congressional candidate dressed as Han Solo

Wednesday 1 March 23:43:38 UTC 2017

I’m not saying I'd vote for Han Solo, I'm just saying I'd hear him out.  The United States of America just elected an aging reality TV star to the presidency, yet a Republican-backed super PAC believes constituents in Georgia will be startled by a Democratic congressional candidate who dressed up as Han Solo in college. SEE ALSO: New Han Solo movie … [Link]

Mashable » The real stories of the NASA women celebrated in Lego form

Wednesday 1 March 23:30:00 UTC 2017

NASA wouldn't be what it is today without the women that helped build the agency.   Now, a soon-to-be released Lego set celebrates a handful of the many women who have contributed in significant ways to all aspects of America's space program. SEE ALSO: Lego's next release screams girl power and we're totally here for it From astronomy to spaceflight, the … [Link]

Mashable » A member of Trump's cabinet rocked slippers that cost at least $495 because why not?

Wednesday 1 March 23:21:59 UTC 2017

In Donald Trump's America, you really don't have to think twice before wearing ridiculously expensive velvet slippers to a presidential address. Just ask recently confirmed Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross, 79, who is believed to have donned a pair of Stubbs & Wootton smoking slippers customized with the Department of Commerce's emblem to hear Trump speak on Tuesday night. Snazzy, eh? … [Link]

Mashable » Ancient fossils may hold the oldest known signs of life on Earth

Wednesday 1 March 23:20:26 UTC 2017

Ancient rocks in northwestern Canada may contain the oldest evidence of life on Earth. Scientists have discovered remains of microorganisms that likely thrived around 3.8 billion years ago near volcanic vents on the seafloor, according to a study published Wednesday in Nature.   SEE ALSO: Scientists are firing lasers at dinosaur fossils, and the result is awesome Iron-dwelling bacteria left behind … [Link]

Mashable » This website is the Facebook for scientists, and it's growing with a $50 million raise

Wednesday 1 March 23:09:55 UTC 2017

Across plenty of social media sites, facts and hard evidence aren't always easy to come by.  On ResearchGate, however, the search for such truths is at the heart of everything the social network does. It's been called a "Facebook-style" platform for a scientists, a place where they can come to share and discuss the studies they're completing and connect with other … [Link]

Slashdot » Oculus Cuts Price On Rift Goggles and Touch Controllers

Wednesday 1 March 23:05:00 UTC 2017

Oculus said Wednesday it is cutting the price of its Rift headset and Touch motion controllers by $100 each, dropping the cost of a complete system to $598. From a report: The Rift and Touch combination will drop to $598 from $799, or roughly $100 off each piece of high-end hardware. The discount applies even if the devices are purchased … [Link]

Mashable » Blind: The hot app where all the best Silicon Valley gossip is read right now

Wednesday 1 March 23:00:26 UTC 2017

There’s a handful of apps that every techie in Silicon Valley has on their phone: Google Maps, Lyft (#DeleteUber), Slack, Facebook, and Twitter. But scroll past that first screen, and somewhere in their smartphone, you're gonna find a far lesser-known app: Blind. Crack it open, and you'll get a sense for whatever the tech community cares about at this very moment, … [Link]

Mashable » Marissa Mayer is giving up a ton of money over Yahoo's data breach

Wednesday 1 March 22:56:55 UTC 2017

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer is giving up her valuable annual bonus and equity grant this year as a result of a major security breach at the company, she announced in a Tumblr post Wednesday. SEE ALSO: SEC now investigating Yahoo's massive data breaches Mayer's decision to forgo the extra compensation was also disclosed in a document Yahoo filed with the United … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Gene therapy ‘cures’ boy of blood disease that affects millions

Wednesday 1 March 22:30:00 UTC 2017

So far, gene therapy has only treated rare disorders. Now, for the first time, it has been used to treat a boy with sickle cell disease, a common genetic disease [Link]

Mashable » Snap told gun safety group to buy ads on its videos or NRA might, leaked emails show

Wednesday 1 March 22:27:26 UTC 2017

A gun safety group was in talks to participate in an a featured editorial video story on Snapchat last year when it was hit with an alarming sales pitch. If Everytown for Gun Safety didn't buy up each of the ad slots within the string of clips, a Snapchat ad salesman warned, there was a good chance the National Rifle Association … [Link]

Slashdot » 3.77-Billion-Year-Old Fossils Found, Could be Earliest Evidence of Life On Earth

Wednesday 1 March 22:25:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares The Guadian report: Scientists say they have found the world's oldest fossils, thought to have formed between 3.77bn and 4.28bn years ago. Comprised of tiny tubes and filaments made of an iron oxide known as haematite, the microfossils are believed to be the remains of bacteria that once thrived underwater around hydrothermal vents, relying on chemical … [Link]

Mashable » 5 Lego sets that should exist if there's any good in the world

Wednesday 1 March 22:21:53 UTC 2017

After a successful pass through the Lego Ideas review board, a Lego Women of NASA set will hit toy store shelves at the end of 2017.  Designed by science writer and editor Maia Weinstock, her set includes minifigures of women who've broke ground in space exploration: Katherine Johnson, Mae Jemison, Sally Ride, Margaret Hamilton and Nancy Grace Roman.  Like Weinstock's Women … [Link]

Mashable » Nike finally releases plus-size clothing line for women

Wednesday 1 March 22:20:12 UTC 2017

Way more women will be able to comfortably and stylishly head out for a jog or kick a ball around if Nike has anything to say about it.   SEE ALSO: How 3D printing custom mannequins could mean change for the fashion industry The athletic brand launched a plus-size clothing line with new sizes 1X through 3X on more than 200 … [Link]

Mashable » This Messenger app will keep your friends anxiously waiting for your reply

Wednesday 1 March 22:17:16 UTC 2017

There’s about to be some drama in the group chat. Godotify is a simple app you can use to mess with your friends. All you have to do is download it on your computer and let it run in the background. Then, whenever a friend messages you on Facebook Messenger, the app will make it look as though you're typing indefinitely. … [Link]

Mashable » Watch this massive block of icicles come crashing down

Wednesday 1 March 21:51:58 UTC 2017

Icicles may look pretty neat, but you might not want to get too close.  The Mount Baker Ski Area in Washington had a pretty significant amount of snowfall this winter, so they had to do a little bit of icicle maintenance because their roof heaters couldn't keep up. Watch as Mother Nature's glorious creation comes crashing down.  Read more… More … [Link]

Slashdot » Software Engineer Detained At JFK, Given Test To Prove He's An Engineer

Wednesday 1 March 21:45:00 UTC 2017

New submitter mendred quotes a report from Mashable: Celestine Omin, a software engineer at Andela — a tech startup that connects developers in Africa with U.S employers — had a particularly unwelcoming reception when he deplaned at John F. Kennedy Airport and was given a test to prove he was actually a software engineer. A LinkedIn post detailing Omin's challenging … [Link]

Mashable » Accountants in Oscar mistake off the show

Wednesday 1 March 21:42:13 UTC 2017

The president of the film academy says the two accountants responsible for the best-picture flub at Sunday's Academy Awards will never work the Oscars again.Cheryl Boone Isaacs said Wednesday that Brian Cullinan, the PwC representative responsible for handing over the errant envelope that led to La La Land mistakenly being announced as best picture rather than Moonlight, was distracted backstage. He … [Link]

Mashable » New leaked photos show the full display of Samsung's Galaxy S8

Wednesday 1 March 21:33:42 UTC 2017

Samsung’s big Galaxy S8 unveil is still a month away so, naturally, it's time for leaks to kick into high gear. We've now gotten what seems to be our best look yet at the phone thanks to a series of new leaked photos from BGR. SEE ALSO: The first-look at Samsung's Galaxy S8 was probably just leaked in these videos The … [Link]

Mashable » Inside the shadowy Skype seat selection process

Wednesday 1 March 21:32:50 UTC 2017

While the early weeks of the Trump administration have been marked by a stormy relationship with the media, the White House press office has managed to institute at least one promising initiative. The office has started using "Skype seats" during press briefings, allowing reporters from outlets that are at least 50 miles away from Washington D.C., to sit in on the … [Link]

Mashable » People are trolling the giraffe birth livestream by saying giraffes lay eggs

Wednesday 1 March 21:31:39 UTC 2017

There's nothing like a good conspiracy theory to really set off an extremely odd and unexpected internet trend. A group of people are trolling a popular YouTube livestream by saying that giraffes lay eggs.  It all started last week when the Animal Adventure Park in New York started a livestream of its pregnant giraffe, April. Intended for educational and promotional … [Link]

Mashable » Now you can order pizza with your shoes, because using your phone is so last year

Wednesday 1 March 21:24:37 UTC 2017

Constant innovation. It's a well-known motto of the pizza industry. Oh wait. It's not. But with the recent influx of pizza news, it kind of feels like it is. And now Pizza Hut has up and changed the game completely. SEE ALSO: Papa John's new pizza fast pass is either evil genius or just genius Introducing the sneakers that double as … [Link]

Mashable » The Oculus Rift and controllers dropped from $800 to $600

Wednesday 1 March 21:23:59 UTC 2017

Oculus is drastically reducing the price of its Rift virtual reality headset and Touch controllers to a combined cost of $600 — $500 for the headset and $100 for the controllers — the company announced today. The Rift was first released a year ago this month, and the Touch controllers came out in December, for a combined cost of $800. It's … [Link]

Mashable » Giant spider crabs ripping apart a squid has all the makings of a horror movie

Wednesday 1 March 21:21:28 UTC 2017

If you needed any more proof that nature is ruthless, scary and unforgiving, take a peek at this video of giant spider crabs ripping a poor squid to shreds.  Spider crabs usually migrate to Port Phillip Bay, Australia from May to July as waters cool down, so seeing this kind of migration in February is surprising. Chiharu Shimowada, the diver … [Link]

Mashable » Clippy is back, and this time it's coming for your browser

Wednesday 1 March 21:19:35 UTC 2017

Clippy is backAgain. SEE ALSO: Switch storage limits take Nintendo gaming back to the '90s The world's most infamous paper clip is back in the form of a Chrome extension called Clippy Everywhere! Once installed and activated, the extension creates (or, more accurately, recreates) Clippy's creepy/cute animate antics every time you visit a web page. It asks you with those weird … [Link]

Mashable » Snapchat shares will likely cost $17 each on their debut

Wednesday 1 March 21:17:35 UTC 2017

Snapchat officially announced on Wednesday that its shares will begin trading at $17, according to numerous media reports. The news marks the last major piece of the puzzle before Snapchat officially becomes a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange.  The $17 price tag is above the initial expected range of $14-$16, meaning Snapchat saw considerable interest in its … [Link]

Slashdot » White House Supports Renewal of Spy Law Without Reforms

Wednesday 1 March 21:05:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: The Trump administration does not want to reform an internet surveillance law to address privacy concerns, a White House official told Reuters on Wednesday, saying it is needed to protect national security. The announcement could put President Donald Trump on a collision course with Congress, where some Republicans and Democrats have advocated … [Link]

Mashable » Netflix now lets you trick out your subtitles

Wednesday 1 March 20:59:36 UTC 2017

Unless you're a member of the deaf community or a big fan of foreign films, you probably never think about how drab your default subtitles are. You just queue up your device, press play on your favorite show and relax for the next eight straight hours of binge watching without reading a word.  New settings from Netflix might just make you … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook enlists AI tech to help prevent suicide

Wednesday 1 March 20:46:35 UTC 2017

Can Facebook use all that it knows about us to help stop someone from dying by suicide? It's been more than a rhetorical question since January, after a video, pulled from the social media platform Live.Me and shared on Facebook, showed a 12-year-old Katelyn Nicole Davis taking her own lifeFacebook couldn't control the spread of the video and appeared unsure if … [Link]

Mashable » One of the world's best soccer teams is taking the names off their jerseys to make a point

Wednesday 1 March 20:46:06 UTC 2017

The Swedish women's national soccer team may have won a silver medal in the 2016 summer Olympics, pulling off a huge upset by ousting the Americans from the competition, but that apparently hasn't translated into widespread respect for their skills back home.  SEE ALSO: Major League Soccer team seeks 'chief tattoo officer' In the wake of their historic win, the less … [Link]

Mashable » Now is the absolute worst time to buy an iPhone

Wednesday 1 March 20:43:34 UTC 2017

Apple is about to commit infanticide against the iPhone 7. The device—which is great, and just a few months old—will likely be blown to unrecyclable smithereens by the upcoming iPhone 8, if rumors are any indication. Sure, it's always true that a shiny new iPhone's just around the corner, but there's reason to believe the next iteration of Apple's iconic gadget … [Link]

Mashable » Spotify takes a cue from Tidal with hi-fi streaming option

Wednesday 1 March 20:25:55 UTC 2017

Facebook copies Snapchat, and Spotify copies Tidal.  The top music streaming service is planning to introduce lossless audio — or CD-quality music — to subscribers for a higher monthly price, according to a report in The Verge.  That report was based on a Spotify user source who got the option to sign up in what looked like a test of potential … [Link]

Mashable » Talented rapper drops a 6-minute nonstop freestyle that's absolutely fire

Wednesday 1 March 20:19:40 UTC 2017

Freestylin' ain't easy. Even professional rappers struggle to think as fast as you need to pull off smooth rhyming lines that actually make sense. This doesn't seem to be an issue for Harry Mack, who freestyles everywhere he goes. He is so quick on his feet that he also quickly draws crowds anywhere he decides to stop and drop a … [Link]

Mashable » This is what you need to do at the gym to keep up with Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Wednesday 1 March 20:15:52 UTC 2017

When you're the oldest justice on the Supreme Court, it's understandable that you are willing to do anything to stay as mentally and physically fit as possible. The country sorta depends on it.  Ruth Bader Ginsburg does just that with a rigorous workout that Ben Schreckinger from Politico lived through long enough to share the sweaty journey with us all.  SEE … [Link]

Mashable » This lightweight plastic ribbon has steel-like strength and can lift concrete blocks

Wednesday 1 March 20:02:07 UTC 2017

‘Braeön’ is a lightweight plastic ribbon that’s as strong as steel. It can be styled into several different useful shapes like a splint or even a mouth guard. Read more…More about Real Time Video, Real Time Video, Lightweight, Gadgets, and Recycle [Link]

Mashable » The atmosphere has forgotten what season it is in the U.S.

Wednesday 1 March 20:01:41 UTC 2017

There was something not quite right about the severe weather outbreak that tore across the Midwest late Tuesday and into Wednesday. At least 24 tornado reports were recorded with more than 162 high wind reports and more than 200 hail reports, and while this wouldn't be a strange occurrence for a weather pattern in March or April, it happened at the … [Link]

Mashable » 'Robo Recall' is a free VR game about killing robots as a robot and it's out now

Wednesday 1 March 19:56:00 UTC 2017

If you've ever wanted to know what's like to be a robot and mercilessly kill other robots by a variety of means, Robo Recall is available to play for free on Oculus Rift. After an appearance during the Unreal Engine keynote at the Game Developers Conference today, Epic Games released Robo Recall for free, exclusive to the virtual reality system … [Link]

Mashable » The journalist sent to Sweden by a Twitter troll reports back

Wednesday 1 March 19:51:30 UTC 2017

It’s been a week since independent journalist Tim Pool took up InfoWars editor-at-large and alt-right conspiracy theorist Paul Joseph Watson's offer to come to Malmo, Sweden, to investigate violence allegedly committed by migrants and refugees in the country.  So far, Pool has posted a clip for each day he's been in the country. Topics have ranged from a sit-down with a … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Rock solid evidence of Anthropocene seen in 208 minerals we made

Wednesday 1 March 19:37:14 UTC 2017

Human activities like mining and building have created hundreds of minerals and spread them all over the world, leaving a significant mark on the geological record [Link]

New Scientist – News » Elephants sleep for just 2 hours a day – the least of any mammal

Wednesday 1 March 19:37:13 UTC 2017

The sleep patterns of wild elephants have been remotely monitored for the first time, revealing they get by with little kip [Link]

New Scientist – News » Musk’s moon trip ‘tourists’ should be praised as pioneers

Wednesday 1 March 19:32:00 UTC 2017

Fee-paying astronauts are pioneers in helping create a revolution in commercial space flight that will benefit us all, says Richard Garriott de Cayeux [Link]

Slashdot » New Zealand Will Give You a Free Trip If You Agree To a Job Interview

Wednesday 1 March 19:25:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares an Esquire article: If New Zealand is on your bucket list, it's time to fill out a job application. You see, the tech industry in Wellington, New Zealand is trying to recruit experts from around the world to their community, so they're offering a free trip if you can prove you want the job and deserve … [Link]

Mashable » You guys, giraffe births are horrifying. Look away.

Wednesday 1 March 19:23:57 UTC 2017

Picture this: a pair of sharp hooves and a giant head covered in slimy goop force themselves, almost in slow motion, out of the most delicate part of a giraffe. Is that something you really want to see? You’d better be absolutely sure—like, tattoo-it-on-your-face sure—before you glue yourself to the livestream of April, the giraffe about to give birth. Because once … [Link]

Mashable » Don't get too excited about the possibility of "President Oprah"

Wednesday 1 March 19:21:29 UTC 2017

So, there have been a few headlines going around on Wednesday claiming Oprah Winfrey is "rethinking" entering the race for president at some point in the future. Sorry, Oprah fans, but it's now the kind of headline that can be filed under "Too Good To Be True." SEE ALSO: Oprah Winfrey's latest 'Aha Moment': Joining '60 Minutes' The alleged big moment … [Link]

Popular Science » The worst thing about electric cars might not be an issue for much longer

Wednesday 1 March 19:15:47 UTC 2017

From Our Blogs: Nexus Media News Is "range anxiety" a thing of the past? In addition to nationwide volunteer peer-to-peer sharing, cities, states, utilities and private companies are setting up charging stations for the public. [Link]

Mashable » There's a new reason to hate Coachella

Wednesday 1 March 19:04:05 UTC 2017

You know the drill by now: A website was hacked, personal information may have been stolen, and now a company will have to make promises about the future of its cybersecurity. The target this time? Folks who have accounts on the website of music festival Coachella.  SEE ALSO: These adorable teddy bears were reportedly hacked to expose 2 million messages On … [Link]

Mashable » Metal fetus proves that Rock 'n' Roll isn't dead

Wednesday 1 March 19:00:46 UTC 2017

Some babies are just born metal. While most ultrasounds look can like an unrecognizable blob of black and white, parents in Utah got a special surprise when an ultrasound of their baby showed it really loved Rock 'n' Roll. SEE ALSO: The ridiculous baby monitor that makes parenting even scarier than it already is Parents Makelle and Jared Ahlin of Santaquin, … [Link]

Popular Science » Let's use humanoid robots to grow transplant organs

Wednesday 1 March 19:00:00 UTC 2017

Health Bio-hybrid robots could make better lab-grown tissues By and large, engineered tissues are small, simple, and kinda wimpy. That's because a petri dish is no match for the human body. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » Wild elephants get a lot less sleep than you do

Wednesday 1 March 19:00:00 UTC 2017

When you weigh more than 10,000 pounds, you need a lot of food just to survive. All those hours spent searching for grasses, roots and fruits means there's little time left over for sleep. How little? Try two hours a day for African elephants in the wild, a new study found. If confirmed, that would be the shortest-known sleep time of … [Link]

Mashable » Our picks for the top 10 best film performances in cinema history

Wednesday 1 March 19:00:00 UTC 2017

With so many different types of performances on screen, and so many iconic portrayals that exist up and down the spectrum of emotion, it's impossible to actually rank them. So we're looking at them categorically: comedy next to drama, big next to small, classic next to method. Because sometimes the best way to study a topic is to find its boundaries. … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Next-gen microbiome drugs are now on sale – should you buy them?

Wednesday 1 March 19:00:00 UTC 2017

Drugs that alter the microbiome seem to be treating blood pressure and migraine in clinical trials. And thanks to a legal loophole, you can already buy some of them [Link]

New Scientist – News » Traces in rock may be the oldest evidence of life on Earth ever

Wednesday 1 March 19:00:00 UTC 2017

Rocks that could be just 200 million years younger than Earth carry structures and signatures reminiscent of microbial activity, but some dispute that view [Link]

New Scientist – News » Rebooted Nokia 3310 steals the show at exhibition of mobile tech

Wednesday 1 March 19:00:00 UTC 2017

The latest smartphones, driverless cars and internet-of-things devices were at the Mobile World Congress, but the 17-year-old phone was the star [Link]

New Scientist – News » How we’re already seeking life on TRAPPIST-1’s rocky planets

Wednesday 1 March 19:00:00 UTC 2017

The dim star TRAPPIST-1 hosts seven rocky worlds, at least three of which may have liquid water and atmospheres. Here’s how we’re going to find out if anyone lives there [Link]

Mashable » Man sentenced to 30 days in prison for accidentally hitting woman with his drone

Wednesday 1 March 18:48:28 UTC 2017

Attention drone operators: Watch your aim with those things or you could end up in behind bars. Yeah, we're serious. Paul Skinner, a 38-year-old Seattle man who accidentally knocked a woman unconscious with his drone back in 2015 has received a 30-day prison sentence along with a $500 fine, after being charged with reckless endangerment back in January. SEE ALSO: Predator … [Link]

Slashdot » Spotify Is Testing a Lossless Subscription Tier For $15 to $20 Per Month

Wednesday 1 March 18:45:00 UTC 2017

Spotify is seemingly preparing to launch a lossless audio version of its streaming service. The offering, which is currently called Spotify Hi-Fi, will offer lossless CD-quality audio to users — similar to what Tidal offers in its Hi-Fi service. From a report: For an extra $5 to $10, you could get all the features in Spotify Premium as well as … [Link]

Mashable » Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have apparently broken up

Wednesday 1 March 18:28:59 UTC 2017

In sad breakup news of the day, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have unfortunately called it quits. The two got ahead of any rumors by releasing a statement to People to announce their breakup—or rather, "taking respectful, loving space at this time," which basically sounds like a longwinded way of saying conscious uncoupling.  Perry and Bloom began dating just over a … [Link]

Mashable » Papa John's new pizza fast pass is either evil genius or just genius

Wednesday 1 March 18:26:31 UTC 2017

Just when you thought pizza was peaceful again, there's drama at the pepperoni slicer.  Papa John's Pizza recently rolled out a new delivery feature, "Papa Priority," at select locations. For a $3 fee, those who need their pizza like, now can force their pie order to the front of the production line. It's effectively a fast pass for pizza. Great? Great! … [Link]

Mashable » Pro tip: How to be the best (and beat the best) Bastion in 'Overwatch'

Wednesday 1 March 18:24:56 UTC 2017

Being a pro gamer isn't easy. Mastering top competitive games takes hundreds of hours of practice — but also knowledge. Each week, we'll share the most useful tips and tricks to improve your play. It's time to get good. Bastion, Overwatch's least-popular hero, received a major update Tuesday, upgrading the turret-wielding robot from a C-tier defensive hero to a versatile and … [Link]

Mashable » This app lets you donate wish list items to homeless people you pass every day

Wednesday 1 March 18:20:12 UTC 2017

Marcellus has lived on the streets of Philadelphia for more than four years, and he wants you to know that being homeless isn't easy. "It's, like, waking up hungry. Going to sleep hungry," he says in a new video, as he fiddles with a small piece of blue plastic in his hands. "But this right here — this got me some … [Link]

Mashable » A 'ghost' showed up in this girl's selfie and we're thoroughly spooked

Wednesday 1 March 18:08:43 UTC 2017

Attention everyone: ghosts are real, they're here, they float among us and we've got proof. Jessica Ogletree posted this photo of a selfie her daughter Haley took with her son Kolton in the background and…wait what? Is that…WHO IS THAT OTHER GUY? Can you see him to the right of her son? Wearing the hat? SEE ALSO: Can you help solve … [Link]

Slashdot » Microsoft is Making It Easy To Stop Windows 10 Rebooting Your PC Randomly For Updates

Wednesday 1 March 18:05:00 UTC 2017

Tom Warren, writing for The Verge: Microsoft is unveiling some changes to the way Windows Updates are applied to Windows 10 PCs with the upcoming Creators Update. The software giant has long been criticized by Windows 10 users for its aggressive approach to applying updates, and it's introducing some new options to prevent annoying reboots. "What we heard back most … [Link]

Mashable » Casey Affleck responds to sexual harassment allegations: 'There’s really nothing I can do about it'

Wednesday 1 March 17:53:39 UTC 2017

Casey Affleck's Oscar win wasn't meant to excuse and absolve his 2010 sexual harassment allegations — but it sure felt like that for some. “There’s really nothing I can do about it,” Affleck told The Boston Globe regarding the ongoing specter of the allegations. “Other than live my life the way I know I live it and to speak to what … [Link]

Popular Science » Man-made earthquakes will continue to shake the country

Wednesday 1 March 17:45:53 UTC 2017

Science Oil and natural gas drilling is still shaking things up The United States Geological Survey (USGS) announced a new earthquake forecast on Wednesday… [Link]

Mashable » CNN says the 'future of media' is all male, and the internet responds

Wednesday 1 March 17:40:54 UTC 2017

The Hollywood Reporter is out with a new issue feting CNN. And a CNN producer declared it the "future of media."  What's wrong with this picture? Yet again, it is 100 percent male and mostly white.  The future of media looks like thisProud to be part of this team@CaseyNeistat @Bourdain @jaketapper @wkamaubell and @CNN chief Zucker pic.twitter.com/B7enhLXqYd — Josiah Daniel Ryan … [Link]

Mashable » Alec Baldwin is co-writing a parody Donald Trump memoir and Trump probably isn't so thrilled

Wednesday 1 March 17:39:29 UTC 2017

Alec Baldwin is taking his President Donald Trump impersonation to the literary world. The actor and novelist Kurt Andersen are co-writing a satirical book called You Can’t Spell America Without Me: The Really Tremendous Inside Story of My Fantastic First Year as President Donald J. Trump, Penguin Press announced Wednesday. Thanks to @ABFalecbaldwin @AlecBaldwin. I have revived my sideline as a … [Link]

Mashable » George Takei cleverly tore through Trump's address to Congress using the power of tweets

Wednesday 1 March 17:37:13 UTC 2017

Sulu has things to say. Last night President Trump held his first major address to a joint session of Congress. It was his first major speech since his inauguration and, as usual, there was a lot of trolling done by both the internet and the Democratic women of Congress. SEE ALSO: George Takei Reading Erotic Fan Fiction Will Blow Your Trekkie … [Link]

Mashable » WTF do you even say about this cat who ate 46 hair ties?

Wednesday 1 March 17:33:42 UTC 2017

Winnie is a cat with a, uh, unique appetite. Let's just say Meow Mix doesn't quite do the trick.   Did that first hair tie taste… good? A welcome reprieve from the wet food/dry food routine? Did it awaken a hidden desire for nylon embedded in her genetic coding? SEE ALSO: Well this might just be cutest travel buddy ever… We … [Link]

Popular Science » New uses for your old phone, tablet, or laptop

Wednesday 1 March 17:32:03 UTC 2017

DIY How to breathe new life into an outdated device Just because one of the gadgets you own has become outdated doesn't mean you have to trash it. There are lots of ways to give your hardware a second life. [Link]

Mashable » Facebook blocks famous nude artwork and feels the internet's ire

Wednesday 1 March 17:31:48 UTC 2017

On Tuesday, Facebook decided to block a video advertisement, stating that the ad violated their guidelines around sexual content. However, the ad was merely for a collection of artwork to be auctioned off and the "sexual content" was actually a piece of artwork. Mossgreen, the auction house in Australia who's behind the ad, has spoken out against Facebook's ban. Mossgreen's chief … [Link]

Slashdot » Nobody Likes Uber Anymore, Recent Reviews and Ratings On App Store Suggest

Wednesday 1 March 17:25:00 UTC 2017

Alison Griswold, writing for Quartz: The public is not happy with Uber. Incensed by allegations of sexism and harassment in the company's corporate halls, people are once again #deleting Uber, while one-star ratings and withering critiques of its service are piling up in Apple's iOS App Store. From Jan. 1 through Feb. 22, Uber accumulated 4,479 one-star reviews from US … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Why do we get all nostalgic over old tech like the Nokia 3310?

Wednesday 1 March 17:24:00 UTC 2017

Technology of yesteryear, such as Nokia's 17-year-old push-button cellphone, often gets an unlikely second wind. What is the appeal, wonders Lara Williams [Link]

Mashable » Google patented a mysterious camera hat

Wednesday 1 March 17:21:16 UTC 2017

Google’s latest patent suggests the tech giant might be developing something to give Spectacles a run for their money.  Granted Tuesday, the patent describes "a hat and a camera system for the hat that can be used for an interactive session with a remote user." Basically, it sounds like a cap with an embedded camera that lets the wearer take photos … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Filestack Launches Redesigned File Picker, New Image Tagging and Explicit Content Detection API

Wednesday 1 March 17:05:21 UTC 2017

Filestack, a file uploading, image transformation, and content delivery network (CDN) platform provider, has announced the launch of its completely redesigned embeddable File Picker, new JavaScript library, and redesigned platform backend. The company also announced the addition of a machine-learning powered image tagging and explicit content detection API. [Link]

Mashable » Foursquare offers every mobile app access to your whereabouts

Wednesday 1 March 17:02:23 UTC 2017

Foursquare’s transformation from fun consumer app into serious behind-the-scenes business is taking another step forward. The location app is rolling out a new platform open to all mobile apps that will allow them get to the front of your smartphone, capturing your attention at the right time and more importantly in the right place through location-based triggering of push notifications and … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Developers Compete to Create ‘Sensory’ Experiences with Febreze Home API

Wednesday 1 March 16:58:22 UTC 2017

Editor’s Note: In an effort to help other organizations understand how to run hackathons the way the pros do — everything from organizing and partnering with other API providers to the sort of prizes that are necessary to recruit the best developers — ProgrammableWeb has partnered with AngelHack to get the inside track on how it organizes events for some … [Link]

Popular Science » Your brain activity might predict which articles you read will go viral

Wednesday 1 March 16:47:45 UTC 2017

Science Even if you wouldn't share them yourself Our brain has a way to determine which article is more valuable to share. A story’s virality can be predicted by brain signals, according to a new study. [Link]

Mashable » This automatic smart lock is both convenient and secure

Wednesday 1 March 16:47:03 UTC 2017

‘I LOCK IT' could make locking your bike a whole lot easier. It uses Bluetooth to lock and unlock your bike. It even has an alarm that goes off when it senses someone tampering with your bike. Read more…More about Real Time Video, Real Time Video, Real Time, Bluetooth, and Automatic Bike Lock [Link]

Mashable » Rihanna inspires people to help one another while accepting Harvard's humanitarian award

Wednesday 1 March 16:45:29 UTC 2017

What do Malala Yousafzai, former UN Secretary-General Ban-Ki Moon and Rihanna have in common? They've now all been honored with the same prestigious award. The "Anti" singer was granted the Harvard Foundation for Intercultural and Race Relations' Humanitarian Award on Tuesday night, and as we all would expect, her acceptance speech was perfect. SEE ALSO: Harvard names Rihanna 'Humanitarian of the Year' … [Link]

Slashdot » Programmers Are Confessing Their Coding Sins To Protest a Broken Job Interview Process

Wednesday 1 March 16:44:00 UTC 2017

A number of programmers have taken it Twitter to bring it to everyone's, but particularly recruiter's, attention about the grueling interview process in their field that relies heavily on technical questions. David Heinemeier Hansson, a well-known programmer and the creator of the popular Ruby on Rails coding framework, started it when he tweeted, "Hello, my name is David. I would … [Link]

Mashable » Turn selfies into latte art with this magical machine

Wednesday 1 March 16:42:26 UTC 2017

The Ripple Maker can print text and images on your coffee. Read more…More about Real Time Video, Real Time Video, Real Time, Real Time Video, and Food Art [Link]

Mashable » 10 must-have, Mashable-approved tech products for your registry

Wednesday 1 March 16:42:12 UTC 2017

Building your wedding registry can be lots of fun — it's like the ultimate shopping spree without any of the spending. You'll definitely need place settings and towels, but why limit yourself to the traditional when you can go high tech?  We've compiled a list of 10 amazing innovations that will make your marital life even more blissful. 1. The Instant … [Link]

Mashable » Obviously, young Justin Trudeau was hot. Here are the pictures that prove it

Wednesday 1 March 16:40:51 UTC 2017

Watch out, young Joe Biden. Young Justin Trudeau is in town—and he is not going to be a reliable prom date. The ever-thirsty internet has unearthed photos of Trudeau from his mysterious past, which appears to include many natural landscapes, an array of tousled hairstyles and flannel shirts that are both unbuttoned and sleeveless. As you might expect, the future prime … [Link]

Mashable » Alternatives to the pussy hat if you're honestly too embarrassed to wear one

Wednesday 1 March 16:33:50 UTC 2017

Authoritarianism and ethno-nationalism is on the rise in Washington, and Americans are fighting back the best way they know: by mass-producing pink knit cat-shaped pussy hats.  In the past few months, pink pussy hats have become the unofficial symbol of the resistance to Trump. Ride on a DC subway or head to your local town hall meeting and there'll you find … [Link]

Mashable » 'Beauty and the Beast' director reveals Disney's first openly gay character

Wednesday 1 March 16:29:12 UTC 2017

Beauty and the Beast could make major strides in representation when it hits theaters in a few weeks, with one of the first known LGBTQ characters in a Disney princess film. In an exclusive with Attitude magazine, director Bill Condon revealed that Le Fou (Josh Gad) is coming to terms with his sexuality and that the internal struggle has a … [Link]

Mashable » This isn't a Nintendo Switch review, but it'll help you decide about buying one

Wednesday 1 March 16:26:37 UTC 2017

Nintendo Switch is, at this point, a Zelda machine. Let's be clear: the new hybrid console — out on March 3 — is brimming with potential. It lacks the power of a current generation PlayStation or Xbox, but its ability to seamlessly… er..switch between TV and on-the-go play is a winning touch. SEE ALSO: John Cena is helping Nintendo advertise the … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Facebook is testing AI tools to help prevent suicide

Wednesday 1 March 16:24:41 UTC 2017

Facebook is trialling new suicide prevention tools, including using AI to identify concerning posts and making it easier to report Facebook Live videos [Link]

Mashable » The Oscar for best performance of all time goes to…

Wednesday 1 March 16:23:03 UTC 2017

With so many different types of performances on screen, so many iconic portrayals that exist up and down the spectrum of emotion, it's impossible to actually rank them.  So we decided to look at them categorically: comedy next to drama, big next to small, classic next to method etc. Because sometimes the best way to study a topic is to … [Link]

Mashable » Scientists are firing lasers at dinosaur fossils, and the result is awesome

Wednesday 1 March 16:21:01 UTC 2017

Scientists are one step closer to figuring out what dinosaurs actually looked like—and they're doing it by pointing laser beams at dinosaur fossils to show previously unknown features and details, including the actual fleshy outlines of prehistoric creatures. In a new study, researchers focused the technique on the Anchiornis, a small feathered dinosaur that lived in the late Jurassic period. SEE … [Link]

Mashable » 10 seriously impressive Lego superheroes from the massive exhibition

Wednesday 1 March 16:17:47 UTC 2017

If you grew up binge-reading DC comics under the duvet and building Lego medieval castles in your bedroom — like the writer of this article — then you'll be pretty excited about this new exhibition opening in London today.   SEE ALSO: Someone decided to make Lego-inspired square burgers DC's superheroes and supervillains are landing in the South Bank region, one … [Link]

Popular Science » Fun facts about giraffe sex to keep you occupied while you wait for that giraffe baby

Wednesday 1 March 16:15:47 UTC 2017

Animals Time to have the talk about the birds and the giraffe pee A giraffe in Harpursville, NY is about to give birth. Instead of just watching the live stream, learn a little about the horrifying process this giraffe went through to… [Link]

Mashable » #EveryoneWelcome campaign challenges you to stand in solidarity with trans people

Wednesday 1 March 16:06:20 UTC 2017

Hashtags meant to inspire activism often fizzle out before they ever reach the masses.  #EveryoneWelcome, a campaign encouraging solidarity with transgender people, hopes to avoid that fate by emotionally appealing to values of fairness and equality — and by finding allies in both everyday Americans and high-profile celebrities willing to speak out.  SEE ALSO: How you can help protect trans kids … [Link]

Mashable » What one video game developer organization is doing to combat Trump’s immigration ban

Wednesday 1 March 16:05:35 UTC 2017

The International Game Developers Association was one of the first in the games industry to speak out against Trump's immigration ban. It's no surprise they've taken their protest of the ban a step further to actually help developers in the seven affected countries get visas to come work in the US. The IGDA will be offering free memberships to developers in … [Link]

Slashdot » Anthem's Historic Data Breach: What We Still Don't Know 2 Years Later

Wednesday 1 March 16:05:00 UTC 2017

In February 2015, health insurer Anthem said its database had been compromised, exposing personal information for 78.8 million people, including 60 million to 70 million of its current and former customers and employees. Two years later, much of how it happened, who did it, and what consequences Anthem will face remain unanswered. From a report: Anthem has not disclosed the … [Link]

Mashable » CNN is Sean Spicer's enemy except for when it's reporting good things about Trump

Wednesday 1 March 16:01:07 UTC 2017

News is fake until it's good and then it's real and we will talk about it. Cool? SEE ALSO: Stephen Colbert doesn't buy Sean Spicer's excuse for transgender bathroom protection roll back You may know that the current White House administration is no fan of CNN. President Donald Trump has called their journalism "fake news" more than once. Press Secretary Sean … [Link]

Mashable » 9 things from Mobile World Congress you should be excited about

Wednesday 1 March 16:01:03 UTC 2017

Yes, there was no Samsung Galaxy S8 and yes, its absence was felt. But even without it, Mobile World Congress — the largest mobile show of the year — was anything but boring.  This year, everyone's crazy for retro phones. LG slapped competitors in the face with a surprisingly solid flagship. A futuristic-looking, hyperconnected car debuted at MWC instead of at … [Link]

Mashable » These super-smart headphones promise to help you focus

Wednesday 1 March 16:00:01 UTC 2017

Plenty of top-flight headphones have noise-cancelling features to help listeners tune out the rest of the world. Now, a new set of brain-hacking headphones, Mindset, is taking everything a step further and adding distraction-canceling tech to keep you in the zone.     Mindset, which just launched as a Kickstarter project, promises to include all the bells and whistles you'd expect from … [Link]

Mashable » I tried a self-driving car in London and lived to tell the tale

Wednesday 1 March 15:57:14 UTC 2017

Just a few metres into my journey in Nissan's LEAF electric car, the autonomous vehicle swerved towards the kerb.  It wasn't exactly the start I was expecting.  But to be fair to Nissan, my driving companion, Tetsuya Iijima, Nissan's Manager of Autonomous Drive Technology, quickly placed his hands on the steering wheel and took over the car instantaneously.  SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Popular Science » The ‘safer' plastics designed to replace BPA may be just as bad for you

Wednesday 1 March 15:42:50 UTC 2017

Health What's in your water bottle? A new study finds that BHPF—a chemical used in some BPA-free plastics—causes harmful pregnancy outcomes in mice. What does that mean for humans? [Link]

Mashable » Uber driver explains why he argued with CEO Travis Kalanick

Wednesday 1 March 15:38:59 UTC 2017

Uber CEO Travis Kalanick's very own Uber driver has spoken out about that incriminating video, and things are not looking good. The ride-sharing company has been under fire the past few weeks for a myriad of reasons ranging from sexual harassment allegations to a beef with Google and controversial Trump-related remarks, but things got even heavier on Tuesday when a damning … [Link]

Mashable » Ed Sheeran celebrated the 7-year anniversary of his career with a sweet throwback

Wednesday 1 March 15:34:05 UTC 2017

Ed Sheeran became a household name seemingly overnight. The British singer songwriter's popularity is pretty indisputable. Having consistently churned out music since his career took off, it's hard to remember a time when he wasn't famous. SEE ALSO: Has Ed Sheeran betrayed Taylor Swift and her squad? But if you need a reminder, Sheeran has got you covered.  The artist retweeted … [Link]

Slashdot » Twitter To Get Even Harsher On Trolls

Wednesday 1 March 15:26:00 UTC 2017

Twitter is cracking down even harder against trolls, including temporarily barring accounts that are harassing other users. From a report: In a blog posted Wednesday, Twitter's vice president of engineering, Ed Ho, announced more safety measures to stop abuse on its platform. One of the methods includes using the company's internal algorithms to identify problematic accounts and limiting certain account … [Link]

Mashable » Brad Pitt goes back to the front in Netflix's 'War Machine'

Wednesday 1 March 15:20:02 UTC 2017

Brad Pitt is back on the battlefield, but this time he's not killing Nazis. In the first trailer for Netflix's War Machine, Pitt plays Glenn McMahon, a general during the war in Afghanistan based loosely on General Stanley McChrystal. SEE ALSO: 'The Discovery' trailer will definitely mess with your mind Netflix describes the "part reality, part savage parody" film as … [Link]

Mashable » The Samsung Galaxy S8 probably looks exactly like this

Wednesday 1 March 15:10:29 UTC 2017

There are no secrets. It's a hard truth Samsung is learning over and over again as one micro-leak after another appears to tell us every little detail of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S8 smartphone. SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus rumored to have a 6.2-inch screen, April 21 launch date Now we may have the whole enchilada, a picture-perfect render of … [Link]

Mashable » Little thief experiences pure terror when almost caught sneaking a drink

Wednesday 1 March 15:10:01 UTC 2017

If you didn't try to sneak stuff without your parents knowing, did you even have a childhood? SEE ALSO: Earnest little girl tries her best to make oatmeal despite not understanding recipe Twitter user Joanelis posted this video of her cousin Monday, trying to swipe a drink and then running for his life once his mom hears the commotion. don't let … [Link]

Mashable » How do you get women to try organic tampons? Give them out at Equinox

Wednesday 1 March 15:08:29 UTC 2017

Starting Wednesday, every Equinox member will find tampons from Lola in their gym's women's bathrooms.  That's a big deal for Lola. The organic tampon subscription service and wholesaler was one of the first high-profile women's health companies to make a splash in Silicon Valley (or Silicon Alley, since Lola is based in New York). Since 2015, Lola has raised $11.2 million … [Link]

Mashable » Here's how to be an extra with Hugh Grant for the 'Love Actually' sequel

Wednesday 1 March 15:02:54 UTC 2017

Love Actually sure had a lot of characters, and now you can be one of them. In partnership with Red Nose Day, the Love Actually sequel (creatively dubbed Red Nose Day Actually) is casting for extras to join Hugh Grant in an upcoming scene. All you have to do is enter a simple competition and you could be stealing the show … [Link]

Mashable » 90-year-old does 24 pull-ups for his birthday and makes us all feel bad about ourselves

Wednesday 1 March 14:59:43 UTC 2017

When was the last time you did pull-ups for fun, let alone on your birthday? Well, 90-year-old Vern from Florida recently put us all to shame when his son recorded him doing pull-ups on his birthday. According to his son, the two regularly go to the gym together to work out despite Vern's old elbow injuries.  SEE ALSO: Well this might … [Link]

Slashdot » NSA Risks Talent Exodus Amid Morale Slump, Trump Fears

Wednesday 1 March 14:45:00 UTC 2017

Dustin Volz and Warren Strobel, writing for Reuters: The National Security Agency risks a brain-drain of hackers and cyber spies due to a tumultuous reorganization and worries about the acrimonious relationship between the intelligence community and President Donald Trump, according to current and former NSA officials and cybersecurity industry sources. Half-a-dozen cybersecurity executives told Reuters they had witnessed a marked … [Link]

Mashable » Stephen Colbert is not impressed that Donald Trump finally read off a teleprompter

Wednesday 1 March 14:29:28 UTC 2017

Donald Trump delivered his first speech to both houses of Congress last night. And while some pundits were impressed that he didn't commit more than one crushing gaffe, Stephen Colbert was not one of them as he said last night on The Late Show. "“Now, technically, this was not a ‘State of the Union,’ because I think in this timeline, … [Link]

Slashdot » Mobile Search Engine Baidu Goes Dark For Nearly 20 Minutes

Wednesday 1 March 14:05:00 UTC 2017

Zoey Chong, writing for CNET: Baidu is China's equivalent of Google, but hundreds of millions of questions went unanswered when the mobile version of the search engine broke down for 18 minutes last night, reports SCMP. Almost two hours after service was resumed, the company behind China's largest internet search engine apologised (for the third time) on its official Weibo … [Link]

Mashable » Twitter Eggs and trolls are now finally getting the banhammer they deserve

Wednesday 1 March 14:00:00 UTC 2017

Imagine a Twitter in which, get this:  Your reports of abuse get a response from Twitter.  You can mute certain phrases from your feed. And: No. More. Twitter. Eggs. Well, that Twitter is coming. And it's coming soon. The company just detailed a new set of changes to reduce harassment on its platform. Among them: Users who report abusive tweets and … [Link]

Mashable » 'Hitman Go' mini-doc takes you behind the scenes of one of the best mobile games

Wednesday 1 March 14:00:00 UTC 2017

The story of Square Enix's mobile Go games starts in 2014 with the release of Hitman Go. The board game-styled puzzlers — which have since expanded to include games based on Tomb Raider and Deus Ex as well — all work for one simple reason: they distill the essences of the series they're based on into increasingly elaborate puzzles. In … [Link]

Mashable » A war-torn family builds a new home together, online

Wednesday 1 March 14:00:00 UTC 2017

It’s 11 a.m. in the Ahmad house in Doha, Qatar, and everyone is still sleepy. It's one week after Eid, the holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, and the family is still nocturnal from trying to accommodate the rigorous fasting schedule that keeps them up at night.I’m here to visit Hussein and Suaad, the parents of the Ahmad clan, who … [Link]

Mashable » World Bank CEO Kristalina Georgieva has a 'Slumdog Millionaire' moment in India

Wednesday 1 March 13:17:31 UTC 2017

World Bank CEO Kristalina Georgieva had a taste of the fabled Mumbai local trains this morning as she hopped onto one to commute between Churchgate and Dadar — two of the most vibrant stations in India's largest metropolis.  Georgieva, who's on a two-day visit to the country, was accompanied by World Bank officials, according to a statement.  SEE ALSO: Mumbai gets … [Link]

Mashable » British protesters think they've kept Trump out for a few more months

Wednesday 1 March 13:03:47 UTC 2017

British anti-Trump campaigners are declaring victory after reports that his state visit to the UK has been postponed amid fears that he would face angry protests in the streets.  The U.S. president was due to travel to the UK in early summer.  SEE ALSO: An orange alligator exists and people are calling it 'Trumpigator' But The Sun newspaper quoted an anonymous … [Link]

Popular Science » Stuff you can buy that'll help you use less water

Wednesday 1 March 13:02:00 UTC 2017

Gadgets Looking to be more conscious of your water intake? These things well get you started. Looking to be more conscious of your water intake? Start here. [Link]

Slashdot » AOL Is Cutting Off Third-Party App Access To AIM

Wednesday 1 March 13:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from 9to5Mac: AOL announced today that it is starting to cut off third-party app access to its Instant Messenger service. As first noticed by ArsTechnica, AOL began notifying users of at least one third-party app, Adium, that it would become obsolete starting on March 28th. At this point, it's unclear whether or not all … [Link]

Popular Science » Lasers reveal the secrets of a feathered dinosaur fossil

Wednesday 1 March 12:30:00 UTC 2017

Animals Soft tissues abound Paleontologists donned dark glasses that made their surroundings even more eerie, and pulled out a small but high powered violet laser that they shone on the specimens… [Link]

Mashable » Cinema just can't resist pranking its audience after that Oscars mix-up

Wednesday 1 March 12:23:53 UTC 2017

The world collectively cringed Sunday night as they watched the biggest screwup in the history of the Academy Awards. Now one London cinema has made light of the mix-up by pranking an audience at a Moonlight showing by playing the first 20 seconds of La La Land.  SEE ALSO: The best reactions to the biggest Oscars f*ck up of all time … [Link]

Mashable » Kendall Jenner and Andrew Garfield show off their amazingly pointless talents

Wednesday 1 March 12:04:27 UTC 2017

It's the quirky little things about our favorite celebrities that make them that much more endearing. James Corden revealed some of these celeb secret talents on a segment of the Late Late Show. SEE ALSO: James Corden brutally tears apart that Britney Spears biopic In the video above, Andrew Garfield, Kendall Jenner, Stevie Nicks, and Taylor Lautner showcase their hidden … [Link]

Popular Science » The essential tools of an underwater researcher

Wednesday 1 March 12:03:55 UTC 2017

Science Look at this trove, treasures untold Among Hawaii’s reefs, Emily Kelly dives with surgeonfish and parrotfish. These are the tools she uses to study the underwater world. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » Emma Watson dishes out some sage $2 advice from an iPad

Wednesday 1 March 11:34:23 UTC 2017

There was speculation about why Emma Watson was on an iPad giving $2 advice in Grand Central Terminal after photographs of the project were shared on social media. Well, the mystery project has been revealed!  SEE ALSO: Emma Watson called into an iPad to give commuters $2 advice The video was created for the Vanity Fair series, Derek Does Stuff … [Link]

New Scientist – News » If an asteroid hit London only 3% of deaths would be from impact

Wednesday 1 March 11:27:58 UTC 2017

If an asteroid hits a major city, only 3 per cent of the casualties will be from the crater it forms – most will be from overheated air and high winds [Link]

O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Penetration Tester's Open Source Toolkit – $29.98 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL

Wednesday 1 March 11:26:43 UTC 2017

Get "Penetration Tester's Open Source Toolkit" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2017-03-02 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]

New Scientist – News » Cosmic popcorn effect helps space dust survive our atmosphere

Wednesday 1 March 11:24:00 UTC 2017

Water inside micrometeorites boils when they plunge to Earth, creating a protective parachute that helps them land intact [Link]

Mashable » Elephant frightens the bejesus out of group of tourists on safari

Wednesday 1 March 11:21:46 UTC 2017

Honestly, all this elephant wanted to do was cross the road. But, a group of Northern Irish tourists on safari in South Africa had other plans. A video captured by Josie Campbell, one of the tourists, shows the terrifying moment an elephant tried to chase after them. As the safari truck edged nearer, the elephant started to show his frustration. … [Link]

Mashable » Zara's confusing 'love your curves' advert has seriously annoyed the internet

Wednesday 1 March 11:05:55 UTC 2017

A Zara advert is getting called out on Twitter for telling women to love their bodies while featuring an image of two models in skinny jeans.   SEE ALSO: Body-positive blogger compares 2 photos to make an important point The campaign is emblazoned with the words "Love your curves" but the absence of curvaceous models has left many customers pretty bewildered.  … [Link]

Mashable » 'India's Spotify' rolls out more original programming to lead the music streaming space

Wednesday 1 March 10:56:45 UTC 2017

The audio and music streaming landscape in India is heating up. Slowly yet surely.  Saavn, termed "India's Spotify" by Billboard, just rolled out its Artist Originals (AO) program that will conceptualize, produce and distribute new music with independent artists from India and South Asia.  SEE ALSO: Inside Apple Music's plan to take over the Indian market The AO program boosts Saavn's … [Link]

Mashable » This is why Emma Watson avoids taking selfies with her fans

Wednesday 1 March 10:33:34 UTC 2017

Emma Watson is no stranger to celebrity. The actress has been in the public eye ever since she scored the role of Hermione Granger at age 10. While the spotlight has given the actress more roles and a social justice platform, it has also made her more vulnerable. SEE ALSO: Gloria Steinem refuses to talk sh*t about Emma Watson, obviously In … [Link]

Mashable » Things get freaky real fast in the 'Alien: Covenant' official trailer

Wednesday 1 March 10:31:01 UTC 2017

It starts out all love and smiles, sure. The cheery crew of the Covenant — which is entirely made up of couples — are enjoying a meal together (remember that from the original Alien?) as they careen through space to their new planet to colonise. But you didn't really think that contentment would last, did you? SEE ALSO: The four-minute … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Atmospheric rivers leave California dried out and then flooded

Wednesday 1 March 10:30:00 UTC 2017

Weeks of storms have filled California’s reservoirs. A series of atmospheric river storms is to blame, and the state’s ageing dams are feeling the strain [Link]

Mashable » Weapons and ammo in 'Horizon: Zero Dawn' are confusing, so here's a guide

Wednesday 1 March 10:16:15 UTC 2017

So you want some tips for hunting robot dinosaurs, huh? There's a great science fiction story buried deep within Horizon: Zero Dawn, and we'll be thrilled to talk about it when spoilers are less of an issue. But for most people right now, Horizon is "that robot dinosaur game." SEE ALSO: You have to play 'Horizon: Zero Dawn' if you own … [Link]

Slashdot » Congressional Candidate Brianna Wu Claims Moon-Colonizing Companies Could Destroy Cities By Dropping Rocks

Wednesday 1 March 10:00:00 UTC 2017

Applehu Akbar quotes a report from Washington Times: A transgender-issues activist and Democratic candidate for Congress says the advent of the space tourism industry could give private corporations a "frightening amount of power" to destroy the Earth with rocks because of the Moon's military importance. Brianna Wu, a prominent "social justice warrior" in the "Gamergate" controversy who now is running … [Link]

Mashable » Mayonnaise cafes? Ew

Wednesday 1 March 9:47:19 UTC 2017

We love mayo, but perhaps not this much. Not one but two mayonnaise-based eateries are set to pop-up in Japan in the coming months, celebrating the creamy dip in all its glory.  SEE ALSO: Someone made a pizza with peas and mayo and the internet collectively barfed The cafes are being opened by Kewpie, a 92-year-old Japanese mayo brand that is … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Tiptoeing termites bang their heads to mimic ant footsteps

Wednesday 1 March 9:30:00 UTC 2017

Termites have evolved super-soft footsteps that enable them to forage unnoticed alongside ants – but when threatened they imitate the heavy-footed predators [Link]

Mashable » Usain Bolt and Pikachu are in an ad together and Bolt's the bad guy

Wednesday 1 March 9:24:42 UTC 2017

The fastest man in the world is now a member of the Pokémon squad. Pokémon's latest ads, promoting its new video game series Sun and Moon, sees Usain Bolt starring alongside Pikachu. SEE ALSO: For some reason, Justin Bieber is not over that PPAP song yet Bolt, an eight-time Olympic gold medalist, is dressed as a member of Team Skull, an … [Link]

Mashable » South Korea's biggest dog meat market stays open, despite promises to shut it

Wednesday 1 March 9:00:44 UTC 2017

Amid reports celebrating the closure of South Korea's biggest dog meat market, it appears the Moran market will stay open after all, an animal rights group says. The country has started to shutter its dog meat markets in response to international criticism, ahead of it playing host to the 2018 Winter Olympics. SEE ALSO: Man frees 1,000 dogs from China's dog … [Link]

Mashable » The Rock looked ready to whoop some ass at the Oscars because he WAS

Wednesday 1 March 8:55:44 UTC 2017

The face says, "Do I need to kick some ass and save the day — right now, in real life?" And that's because, well … he was seriously thinking about it. SEE ALSO: All the times the Oscars threw shade at Donald Trump Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson was just one of hundreds of glorious faces caught reacting in the moment as … [Link]

Mashable » One more gaffe for India's national airline and people can't stop rubbing it in

Wednesday 1 March 8:25:22 UTC 2017

Fault in the stars? Or perhaps in the skies?  Because nothing seems to be going right for India's national airline, Air India. First, it was pilloried for choosing to reserve seats for women. Then, a London hotel shamed its cabin crew for taking away buffet food in lunchboxes. And now, this.  SEE ALSO: New 'world's longest flight' travellers endure 16 hours … [Link]

Mashable » Government recruitment video is yeah, pretty cringeworthy

Wednesday 1 March 8:22:14 UTC 2017

Government advertisements usually fall into two different categories: They're either forgettable, or they're really, really bad. This ad for Australia's Department of Finance falls into the latter category. It's to promote its graduate program, but we can't help feel that some people might delete their applications after watching the video. SEE ALSO: Adele invites drag impersonator on stage to belt tunes … [Link]

Mashable » Saudi Arabia's king is bringing a massive 1,500-person entourage to Indonesia for a visit

Wednesday 1 March 8:21:17 UTC 2017

That’s one entourage. Saudi Arabia's King Salman is due to visit Indonesia on Wednesday. And he's bringing nearly 1,500 people along for the nine-day trip.  SEE ALSO: Indonesia's largest fleet of taxis teams up to beat ride-hailing apps The royal leader is also bringing along 459 tonnes of cargo, the Jakarta Post reports. This includes two Mercedes-Benz S600s and two electric … [Link]

Mashable » New 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2' trailer is all that and Kurt Russell

Wednesday 1 March 7:13:00 UTC 2017

Spoiler alert: Kurt Russell is Star-Lord's dad — and his hair is glorious. The third (and by far biggest) Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 trailer has landed, and it is stuffed with all kinds of new goodies because, guess what? The sequel — and with it, the summer blockbuster season — arrives in just over two months. SEE ALSO: Inside … [Link]

Slashdot » NVIDIA Unveils Its $700 Top of the Line GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Graphics Card

Wednesday 1 March 7:00:00 UTC 2017

MojoKid writes from a report via HotHardware: NVIDIA just lifted the veil on its latest monster graphics card for gamers — the long-rumored GeForce GTX 1080 Ti — at an event this evening in San Francisco during the Game Developers Conference (GDC). The card will sit at the top of NVIDIA's GeForce offering with the Titan X and GeForce GTX … [Link]

Mashable » A Snapchat drone?! Here's what we know

Wednesday 1 March 6:19:41 UTC 2017

Snap Inc. has been playing with dronesThe New York Times reported Tuesday that the company has worked on building its own drones, citing three people "briefed on the project who asked to remain anonymous because the details are confidential." SEE ALSO: Our first look at Snapchat's biggest risks and most powerful enemies The piece doesn't get into details, but the premise … [Link]

Mashable » Get free flights to New Zealand, y'all. But only if you accept a job interview

Wednesday 1 March 6:11:37 UTC 2017

If you're working in the tech world, New Zealand wants YOU. Specifically, the city of Wellington — self-titled tech and innovation capital of the South Pacific.  A program called Looksee Wellington is giving 100 people free flights and accommodation to check out the city for a week. But there's a catch.  SEE ALSO: Let #GandalftheGuide show you New Zealand in this … [Link]

Mashable » Adele invites drag impersonator on stage to belt tunes and take selfies

Wednesday 1 March 5:48:58 UTC 2017

Adele fans love Adele the way she loves Beyoncé or raps Nicki Minaj's verse in "Monster": fiercely and loudly. And what better way to show it than via some gender performativity?  One die-hard Adele fan, drag performer DJ Feminem was able to show off her devotion for the Grammy-winning singer IRL, when she was pulled up on stage during her first … [Link]

Mashable » Hyperloop One begins initial talks with the Indian government

Wednesday 1 March 5:43:42 UTC 2017

Hyperloop One's high-speed transportation solution could reach India in the near future. That's the plan, at least. Hyperloop One executives, including CEO Rob Lloyd and chief chairman Shervin Pishevar spent three hours in a room packed of Indian government officials and journalists on Tuesday. That's how keen they are to bring Elon Musk's idea to the country.  Although at the first … [Link]

Mashable » Trump was caught practicing his speech, so the internet made jokes

Wednesday 1 March 4:38:11 UTC 2017

It was a big night for Donald Trump: his first major address to a joint session of Congress. His last big speech was at his inauguration and only clocked in at about 15 minutes, so Tuesday night's one-hour address was going to be a bigger challenge. SEE ALSO: 'Harry Potter' passages that are shockingly similar to 2017 politics That's why he … [Link]

Mashable » Morphing 'tent house' is all your tree change daydreams realised

Wednesday 1 March 4:30:06 UTC 2017

Need another dream home to fantasise about? Of course you do. And being half-tent, this one will make you feel like you're camping forever. Blurring the line between the outdoors and indoors, this "tent house" sits on the Noosa Hinterland in Queensland, Australia. It's designed by Sparks Architects, it's perfect for the kind of person who enjoys being in nature, while … [Link]

Mashable » Sorry Beyoncé fans, here's who you'll get at Coachella instead

Wednesday 1 March 4:29:11 UTC 2017

The organizers of Coachella have found Beyoncé's replacement.  It's Lady Gaga! Which is cool, but … she's not Beyoncé.  SEE ALSO: Tracy Morgan delivers Destiny’s Child burn from Beyoncé’s womb on 'SNL' They could have replaced her with Jesus and Elvis fresh from a time machine and some people would still be disappointed.  Let's party in the desert! 🌴✌️🎤 pic.twitter.com/2SYOv7TscF — … [Link]

Mashable » Twitter pairs Trump's big speech to Congress with a new top commentary feature

Wednesday 1 March 3:40:03 UTC 2017

Twitter is taking a stronger hand in selecting what tweets you see alongside the voice of President Donald Trump. SEE ALSO: Inside Twitter's decision to keep Periscope and abandon everything else Timed with the president's first speech to a joint Congress, Twitter released a new feature that surfaces "top commentary" alongside live-streaming video. Twitter's video feed was from PBS NewsHour and … [Link]

Mashable » Fireball video provokes UFO debate because we're desperate for aliens

Wednesday 1 March 3:34:36 UTC 2017

We should know better by now. We've said it before: It's not aliens. It's never aliens. Stop saying it's aliens. In fact, sometimes the most spectacular-looking "UFOs" in our skies are actually pretty mundane. SEE ALSO: NASA may put astronauts on the first flight of its new mega-rocket On Tuesday, Lee-Anne Peters rose just before sunrise in Hobart, Tasmania. She was … [Link]

Slashdot » Americans Have Fewer TVs On Average Than They Did In 2009

Wednesday 1 March 3:30:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: Americans went from having an average of 2.6 TVs per household in 2009 to having 2.3 TVs in 2015, according to survey data from the U.S. Energy Information Agency (EIA). The data comes from the agency's Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS), which has been conducted periodically since the 1970s to understand … [Link]

Mashable » Uber's Travis Kalanick: Yep, I'm a jerk, basically

Wednesday 1 March 3:09:43 UTC 2017

Hey, it's a day of the week ending in "y;" must be time for yet another Travis Kalanick apology. After a video of the ride hailing company CEO berating an Uber driver emerged Tuesday, Kalanick sent a note to staff, which was subsequently shared as a blog post. SEE ALSO: Uber's SVP of engineering is out after Recode surfaces previous sexual … [Link]

Mashable » Congresswomen in white troll Trump to his face during joint address

Wednesday 1 March 3:07:53 UTC 2017

The Democratic women of Congress dressed up for Donald Trump's first address Tuesday night, but it was to make a strong statement. SEE ALSO: Trump's short Black History Month speech was mostly about himself Dozens dressed in white and filled the rows of seats right in Trump's line of vision to call out for women's rights. Their color choice dates back … [Link]

Mashable » Watch Netflix's first look at Bong Joon-ho's new monster movie 'Okja'

Wednesday 1 March 3:00:54 UTC 2017

Tilda Swinton's line "I took nature and science, and synthesised," is simple enough, but in the first teaser to director Bong Joon-ho's upcoming Netflix film, Okja, it carries a lot of meaning.  The follow up to Snowpiercer, Bong's new movie explores the liminal state between animal and man.  The film co-stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Paul Dano and Lily Collins. It's central … [Link]

Mashable » Thirsting for the new Nokia 3310? Just make sure it works where you live

Wednesday 1 March 2:55:43 UTC 2017

Nostalgia is cheap, but it gets us every damn time. Nokia's reboot of the classic 3310 sent people in an unprecedented fervour when it debuted at Mobile World Congress on the weekend. Turns out people want durable dumbphones that'll last longer than a year. Even if they don't offer much except for Snake. The bad news though is that it might … [Link]

Mashable » A python eating a possum upside down in a tree is the most horrifying thing you'll see all day

Wednesday 1 March 2:45:03 UTC 2017

We’ve said it before and we'll say it again: Everything in Australia is trying to kill you. While that might be a little OTT, there's nothing like coming across a huge snake devouring a possum to put the fear of nature back into you. SEE ALSO: Waitress evicts huge, pesky goanna that snuck into her restaurant According to Ten News, tourist … [Link]

Slashdot » A New Video Shows Uber CEO Travis Kalanick Arguing With a Driver Over Fares

Wednesday 1 March 2:25:00 UTC 2017

A new video published by Bloomberg shows Uber CEO Travis Kalanick arguing with an Uber driver over fares. It all started when one of Kalanick's "companions" appears to say that she's heard that Uber is having a hard year. Bloomberg reports: That pleasant conversation between Kalanick and his friends in the back of an Uber Black? It devolved into a … [Link]

Mashable » Basically everyone reuses their passwords

Wednesday 1 March 2:24:38 UTC 2017

Every once in a while I have to log into a website I haven't been to in, say, a year. I type in my username and password, hit enter, and the internet yells at me.  Wrong password. OK, I say, and type another variation of the password.  SEE ALSO: Clever hackers don't even need your password to access your account I … [Link]

Mashable » Some poor soul broke an $800,000 sculpture while trying to take a selfie

Wednesday 1 March 2:14:20 UTC 2017

Sometimes, art begets art. And sometimes, it destroys it. Case in point: just days after Yayoi Kusama's immersive Infinity Mirrors debuted at Washington D.C.'s Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, a visitor crushed one of her signature pumpkins while trying to take a selfie. SEE ALSO: You can now take selfies… with your feet? A pumpkin similar to the broken pumpkin. RIP, … [Link]

Mashable » What to do when internet outages ruin your cool smart home

Wednesday 1 March 2:07:13 UTC 2017

Your lights automatically flipping on when you walk in the door. Checking who's at the front door without getting up off the couch. Starting your coffee before you get out of bed.  There's a reason the smart home industry is forecasted to become a multibillion-dollar industry over the next several years. Sheer convenience aside, smart home gadgets make us feel like … [Link]

Slashdot » Why Your Boss Will Crush Your Innovative Ideas

Wednesday 1 March 1:45:00 UTC 2017

dryriver writes: BBC Capital explores why good ideas people have in the workplace almost never reach the top decision-makers in a company. From the report: "Surely you've heard the plea from on high at your company: we want more innovation, from everyone at every level. Your boss might even agree with the sentiment — because, of course, who doesn't like … [Link]

Mashable » Obamas sign book deal worth 'tens of millions'

Wednesday 1 March 1:28:05 UTC 2017

Milo Yiannopoulos may no longer have a lucrative book deal, but guess who does? Barack and Michelle Obama.  The former POTUS and FLOTUS have signed with Penguin Random House to release two separate books, the publishing company announced Tuesday. It won a hotly contested auction for the Obamas' books between top publishing houses.  SEE ALSO: Here's what Obama plans to do … [Link]

Mashable » Apple dropping lightning for a USB-C port is a smart idea

Wednesday 1 March 1:28:04 UTC 2017

Apple likes to rip the band-aid off cleanly. No half measures, just a sharp and briefly painful leap to the next thing.  That’s how it was with the dearly departed 3.5 mm headphone jack on the iPhone 7 and that’s probably how it will be for the iPhone’s lightning port, which, if the rumors are true, will soon be replaced with … [Link]

Mashable » Cool! Leonardo DiCaprio flew in an Australian to do his eyebrows for the Oscars

Wednesday 1 March 1:28:03 UTC 2017

Can you believe what happened at the Academy Awards? We are talking, of course, about Leonardo DiCaprio's eyebrows. They looked great. And you'd hope so, because the actor flew his eyebrow artist, Sharon Lee, out from Australia for the occasion according to the Sydney Morning Herald.  SEE ALSO: Your BFF Emma Stone wore a Planned Parenthood pin to the Oscars Apparently, … [Link]

Mashable » We tested Google's new harassment tool on hateful right-wing comments

Wednesday 1 March 1:28:02 UTC 2017

In today’s harsh political climate, there's no shortage of abuse and trolls — which is why it's great that Google released a new tool to combat hateful speech on the internet.  It's called Perspective, and the New York Times and other publications will use the algorithm to comb through comments to search for harassment and insults.  SEE ALSO: 8 things you … [Link]

Mashable » Software engineer detained at JFK, given test to prove he's an engineer

Wednesday 1 March 1:23:04 UTC 2017

Donald Trump's temporary immigration ban and the ensuing heightened security procedures for travelers from outside the U.S. have caused a great deal of trouble for visitors to the country. On Sunday, though, things got taken to the next level when the Customs and Border Protection office reportedly claimed its latest victim: 28-year-old Celestine Omin, who was traveling from Lagos, Nigeria on … [Link]

Mashable » There might be a real-life Tatooine in this distant star system

Wednesday 1 March 1:20:34 UTC 2017

For the first time, scientists found evidence of a rocky planetary system surrounding a double sun.  Yes, like Luke Skywalker's home in Star Wars.  While many of these double star systems — often referred to as "Tatooine-like" — have been found before, this marks the first time scientists have found evidence of rocky planetary material in one.  SEE ALSO: Seven Earth-sized … [Link]

The Joy of Tech » JoT #2389: The dishonest rumors press!

Wednesday 1 March 1:17:51 UTC 2017

Lightning connector: unplugged and unhinged! [Link]

Mashable » 7 adrenaline-fuelled activities that will chase the post summer blues away

Wednesday 1 March 1:06:01 UTC 2017

Brought to you by the All-New Toyota C-HR. Summer may be rapidly drawing to a close, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop.    If you’re starting to feel down now that cooler temps are on the way, then we have the perfect remedy.    To kick those post-summer blues, all you need are a few adventures and a … [Link]

Slashdot » Severe SQL Injection Flaw Discovered In WordPress Plugin With Over 1 Million Installs

Wednesday 1 March 1:05:00 UTC 2017

According to BleepingComputer, "A WordPress plugin installed on over one million sites has just fixed a severe SQL injection vulnerability that can allow attackers to steal data from a website's database." The plugin's name is NextGEN Gallery, which has its own set of plugins due to how successful it is. From the report: According to web security firm Sucuri, who … [Link]

Mashable » 'Overwatch' update buffs Bastion and introduces custom game browser

Wednesday 1 March 0:54:31 UTC 2017

Overwatch’s latest patch introduced a handful of changes, including buffs to several heroes, additions to Capture the Flag and new customization options for controls and games. Patch 1.8 came to all platforms today bringing buffs to make Bastion a more versatile hero, customization options for targeting sensitivity on certain heroes' abilities, a custom game browser and a persistent capture the flag … [Link]

Mashable » Supreme Court weighs a constitutional right to social media access

Wednesday 1 March 0:54:25 UTC 2017

Does everyone have the legal right to access social media, regardless of past sins?  The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday on the constitutionality of a North Carolina law barring convicted sex offenders from accessing social media platforms also used by children. Lawyers advocating on behalf of one such offender, Lester Packingham, argued to the court that Facebook is so integral to … [Link]

Mashable » Your name could shape your face, new study suggests

Wednesday 1 March 0:45:09 UTC 2017

Long before anyone knows what we'll really look like, we're given the label we will probably carry for the rest of our lives — our name. But what if your appearance, particularly your face, somehow reflected the name you were given at birth? A new study suggests that each person's face, insanely enough, could actually be shaped by his or her … [Link]

Mashable » Bottle of champagne rolls out under subway seat, brings New Yorkers together

Wednesday 1 March 0:43:09 UTC 2017

There are a few things that can bring New Yorkers together, one of them is alcohol. Colleen Hagerty has been living in New York for nearly 10 years, so she's seen her fair share of random sightings on the subway. But on Sunday she witnessed a true New York City moment when a bottle of bubbly rolled out from underneath the … [Link]

Mashable » Surprise! Study finds Subway's chicken may contain less than 50% chicken.

Wednesday 1 March 0:37:09 UTC 2017

If you order a chicken sandwich you expect to get a chicken sandwich, right? Well not all chicken sandwiches are created equal. A recent poultry analysis by CBC Marketplace made an unsettling discovery. According to the report, Subway's chicken was found to contain less than 50 percent chicken DNA.  SEE ALSO: Taco Bell ditched the Naked Chicken Chalupa, so here's how … [Link]

Slashdot » Google Pulls the Plug On Its Pixel Laptops

Wednesday 1 March 0:35:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Engadget: Although its new flagship phones have been doing brisk sales, Google's high-end, $1,299 Pixel-branded Chromebooks won't be seeing much love from the search giant in the near future. According to TechCrunch, reporting from the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona today, Google's SVP of hardware Rick Osterloh has announced the second version of … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Squid evolved in marine wars more than 100 million years ago

Wednesday 1 March 0:26:56 UTC 2017

Evolution of jawed vertebrates and bony fish created evolutionary pressure that boosted cephalopod diversification some 100 million years ago [Link]

Slashdot » Samsung Chief Charged With Bribery and Embezzlement

Wednesday 1 March 0:05:00 UTC 2017

After a three-month investigation, the acting head of Samsung, Lee Jae-yong, has been charged with bribery and embezzlement in connection with the corruption scandal that led to the impeachment of South Korea's president Park Geun-hye. NPR reports: NPR's Elise Hu reported from Seoul that prosecutors announced the indictment after a three-month investigation: "Samsung acting head Lee Jae-Yong got ensnared after … [Link]

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