John Gordon Ross

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

Mashable » Apple's India push is already paying off

Tuesday 2 May 23:53:38 UTC 2017

Don’t expect Apple to slow down its India push any time soon. Sales there are looking goooood.  SEE ALSO: Apple opens App Accelerator in India to foster iOS app development The iPhone-maker said its revenue grew by "double digits" in the world's fastest growing smartphone market during the March quarter, according to second quarter 2017 earnings released early Wednesday local time. … [Link]

Slashdot » Etsy Announces Its CEO Is Stepping Down; Plans To Cut 8% of Workforce

Tuesday 2 May 23:50:00 UTC 2017

Etsy is saying goodbye to CEO Chad Dickerson and CTO John Allspaw, and hello to former Skype and Evite CEO Josh Silverman and VP of Engineering Mike Brittain. "The Board decided that it was time for new leadership to take Etsy forward and I support that decision," Dickerson said in the announcement, later adding, "I have the greatest degree of … [Link]

Mashable » Winona Ryder's SAG reaction faces are nominated for an award. Yes, really.

Tuesday 2 May 23:39:13 UTC 2017

Happy, sad, surprised, confused, bemused, disgusted, forlorn, angry — go ahead and express them all, as there is no emotion that doesn't instantly apply to MTV's new Movie & TV Awards category: trending. That's it. "Trending." MTV announced Tuesday that it would be adding the category ahead of Sunday's ceremony.  SEE ALSO: Winona Ryder experienced every human emotion on stage at … [Link]

Mashable » One 'Game of Thrones' star is pretty confident he's safe until the very end

Tuesday 2 May 23:29:44 UTC 2017

Only two things are certain in Game of Thrones: death, and more death.  But one of the stars seems to be feeling pretty confident about his chances of making it to the end of the series, despite its notoriously high body count. Samwell Tarly (John Bradley) certainly seemed like an underdog when he was introduced in Season 1 — but author … [Link]

Mashable » With the Surface Laptop, Microsoft leads the PC industry back into the light

Tuesday 2 May 23:26:51 UTC 2017

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The Joy of Tech » JoT #2413: Beware the Facebook tick!

Tuesday 2 May 23:26:25 UTC 2017

Bloodsuckers… yuk! [Link]

Mashable » We read Ivanka Trump's insufferable new book so you don't have to

Tuesday 2 May 23:18:46 UTC 2017

As you may have heard, First Daughter Ivanka Trump released her second book Tuesday, called Women Who Work: Rewriting the Rules for Success. The stated aim is to "change the narrative around women and work" — Trump points out that though 40% of U.S. households have a woman as the primary breadwinner, "we still say 'working woman' as if she were … [Link]

Slashdot » Apple AirPods Customers 'Satisfied' With the Product

Tuesday 2 May 23:17:49 UTC 2017

Columnist Ben Bajarin, writing for TechPinions: The big story is customer satisfaction with AirPods is extremely high. 98% of AirPod owners said they were very satisfied or satisfied. Remarkably, 82% said they were very satisfied. The overall customer satisfaction level of 98% sets the record for the highest level of satisfaction for a new product from Apple. When the iPhone … [Link]

Mashable » Tim Cook will take his Apple Watch secret to the grave

Tuesday 2 May 23:08:13 UTC 2017

Tim Cook has a secret about the Apple Watch, and he's not any closer to telling us. Apple's latest quarterly earnings report for Q2 2017 was yet another big showing for the company, and CEO Tim Cook was, as always, pleasant and positive on the publicly-streamed conference call disclosing the financials.  But yet again, he left us hanging when it came … [Link]

Mashable » Everyone's just waiting to see what Apple does with its money

Tuesday 2 May 22:43:14 UTC 2017

Not everything's perfect with Wall Street and Apple. The iPhone maker (which also makes a lot of other things) sold fewer iPhones over the last three months than analysts and investors would have hoped, the company revealed in an earnings call Tuesday.  They also pretty much met analysts' expectations for revenue: $52.9 billion.  So there's little reason to jump up and … [Link]

Slashdot » Facebook Rejects Female Engineers' Code More Often Than Male Counterparts, Analysis Finds

Tuesday 2 May 22:40:00 UTC 2017

According to The Wall Street Journal, female engineers who work at Facebook may face gender bias that prevents their code from being accepted at the same rate as male counterparts. "For Facebook, these revelations call into question the company's ongoing diversity efforts and its goal to build overarching online systems for people around the globe," reports The Verge. "The company's … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: Mailsac, Bitrise, Split

Tuesday 2 May 22:19:22 UTC 2017

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]

ProgrammableWeb.com » IBM Adds New Capabilities to Bluemix OpenWhisk

Tuesday 2 May 22:18:28 UTC 2017

IBM has announced that new capabilities have been added to IBM Bluemix OpenWhisk including a new API Gateway and automatic configuration of external endpoints. [Link]

Mashable » Uh oh: The rift that's about to cleave off a massive Antarctic iceberg has a sibling

Tuesday 2 May 22:14:41 UTC 2017

Scientists keeping close watch on the Larsen C Ice Shelf in Antarctica have noticed something new: The rift, which has been opening across the shelf for some time, now has a sibling.  Using a highly-sensitive European Space Agency satellite known as Sentinel-1, scientists have been tracking the progress of a lengthening and widening crack across the floating Larsen C Ice Shelf. … [Link]

Mashable » Hodor admits his 'Game of Thrones' nude scene was 'traumatic'

Tuesday 2 May 22:01:34 UTC 2017

There’s so much more to a Game of Thrones nude scene than meets the eye. In an interview with the Belfast Telegraph, Kristian Nairn, who played the beloved Hodor for five seasons of HBO's Game of Thrones, recently opened up about his nude scene in the show's first season. SEE ALSO: If 'Game of Thrones' Were Written From Hodor's Perspective When … [Link]

Slashdot » Apple Q2 Earnings: iPhone Sales Fall Flat

Tuesday 2 May 22:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: Apple Inc reported a surprise fall in iPhone sales for the second quarter on Tuesday, indicating that customers had held back purchases in anticipation of the 10th-anniversary edition launch of the company's most important product. Apple sold 50.76 million iPhones in its fiscal second quarter ended April 1, down from 51.19 million … [Link]

Slashdot » Colleges Are Starting Varsity Programs For Video Games

Tuesday 2 May 22:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares an article: Professional esports — competitive video game playing as a spectator sport — is surging in the U.S., with revenues in the hundreds of millions and growing fast. So it's little surprise that collegiate esports — in which universities field their own teams just as they would for baseball or basketball — has been been … [Link]

Mashable » Read what Alexis Ohanian said about Serena Williams in Humans of New York and try not to cry

Tuesday 2 May 21:57:48 UTC 2017

Get ready to shed some tears. The Met Gala was filled with some truly memorable outfit choices and celebrity couple sightings. But the social media posts from Humans of New York also made a splash.  SEE ALSO: Teen Phenom Sloane Stephens Upsets Serena and Gets Her Twitter Wish The account featured some quotes from celebrity couples who attended the gala including … [Link]

Mashable » The mysterious recycling company led by 2 Tesla execs

Tuesday 2 May 21:47:31 UTC 2017

While Tesla’s cars don’t spew greenhouse gases, experts are still concerned about the environmental impact of their batteries. That’s what makes the fact that two Tesla executives are now in charge of a recycling company so interesting. Tesla cofounder/CTO Jeffrey Straubel and head of special projects Andrew Stevenson are both listed in an SEC filing as the executive officer and director … [Link]

Mashable » Trump tried to run an ad on CNN that called the network fake news

Tuesday 2 May 21:42:48 UTC 2017

Media critics at times berated CNN for its endless coverage of then-candidate Donald Trump as he campaigned for the White House in 2016, and some have even called the relationship symbiotic — the network needed ratings, and Trump needed airtime. But for as much as CNN's fortunes have improved in the age of Trump, there are some indignities the network won't … [Link]

Mashable » Couple makes a valiant effort at going down the up escalator

Tuesday 2 May 21:42:37 UTC 2017

Some people choose to take the road less traveled, but that road should never be the wrong way on an escalator. Accepting the challenge, this couple decided to test their luck. Maybe they were trying to get in some exercise, maybe they were just confused, or maybe they were trying to be jerks, but any way, they were unsuccessful in … [Link]

Mashable » Toddler accidentally locks himself in car, has a great time getting rescued

Tuesday 2 May 21:40:08 UTC 2017

Fourteen-month-old Brandon Emery unwittingly locked himself in the car last week during a shopping trip with his mom. Don't worry, though — he made it out just fine. And he seems to have had an extremely fun experience. According to CBS News, the toddler climbed from the backseat into the front of his mother's unlocked car while she unloaded groceries at … [Link]

Mashable » Now you can make Homer Simpson's Patented Space Age Out-Of-This-World Moon Waffles

Tuesday 2 May 21:37:48 UTC 2017

Mmm….fattening.  YouTuber Andrew Rea, whose channel is dedicated to showing people how to make novelty foods from their favorite TV shows and films, has finally created Homer Simpson's three-ingredient Frankenstein waffle from the Season 4 episode "Homer the Heretic," the famous "Space Age Out-Of-This-World Moon Waffle." While we don't recommend actually making this monstrosity because one of the three ingredients … [Link]

Popular Science » Wastewater injection played a role in Oklahoma’s largest earthquake

Tuesday 2 May 21:20:27 UTC 2017

Science A magnitude 5.8 earthquake near Pawnee It was a few minutes past 7:00 am on Saturday morning, September 3, 2016, when the earth started shaking in Pawnee, Oklahoma. Read on. [Link]

Slashdot » Supercomputers Assist In Search For New, Better Cancer Drugs

Tuesday 2 May 21:20:00 UTC 2017

aarondubrow writes: Finding new drugs that can more effectively kill cancer cells or disrupt the growth of tumors is one way to improve survival rates for ailing patients. Researchers are using supercomputers at the Texas Advanced Computing Center to find new chemotherapy drugs and to test known compounds to determine if they can fight different types of cancer. Recent efforts … [Link]

Popular Science » iRobot Braava Jet 240 Mopping Robot Review

Tuesday 2 May 21:17:58 UTC 2017

Gadgets Sometimes a vacuum robot just won't cut it. This automated mopping robot is built for kitchens, bathrooms, and other hard floors that might need mopping. [Link]

Mashable » Obama is now giving tours of the White House, in VR

Tuesday 2 May 21:10:56 UTC 2017

NBA champion LeBron James has already hinted that, if he wins again in the coming weeks, he might not make the traditional post-season White House team visit now that Trump is president.  But he—nor the other seven teams currently in the playoffs—may never need to, thanks to the immersive virtual reality experience offered by The People's House.  SEE ALSO: SpaceVR, SpaceX … [Link]

Mashable » 'The River of Blood'? Trump's Civil War issues actually go way back.

Tuesday 2 May 21:01:49 UTC 2017

Donald Trump gave an interview over the weekend in which he pretty much asked why the Civil War was fought. (The answer, of course, is mainly slavery.)  Trump was widely criticized and mocked for the gaffe, which seemed to bely (yet again) a shocking level of ignorance about American history for someone serving as president of the United States of America.  … [Link]

Popular Science » Love eating chicken? Thank hungry Medieval Catholics.

Tuesday 2 May 21:00:00 UTC 2017

Animals Two legs good, four legs bad A gene that makes chickens get along may come from Medieval Europe—and Christianity may have helped it spread. [Link]

Mashable » Nintendo explains how 'Mario Kart 8 Deluxe' speed boosts work

Tuesday 2 May 20:40:05 UTC 2017

Longtime Mario Kart fans know all about the drift-boost. It works like this: do a little hop as you move into a turn and your kart will start to drift, releasing a burst of colored sparks behind it. During longer drifts, the sparks even change colors.  Once you come out of the turn and stop drifting, you get a momentary … [Link]

Slashdot » San Francisco Politician Jane Kim Is Exploring a Tax On Robots

Tuesday 2 May 20:40:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Business Insider: In San Francisco, where robots already run food deliveries for Yelp's Eat24 and make lattes at a mall coffee kiosk, one politician is working to ensure the city stays ahead of the curve. Supervisor Jane Kim is exploring a tax on robots as one solution to offset the economic devastation a … [Link]

Mashable » Vets have a powerful message for immigrant-hating trolls

Tuesday 2 May 20:38:33 UTC 2017

Twitter is filled with haters — including some prominent anti-immigration voices like ultra conservative Ann Coulter and Infowars' Alex Jones — targeting immigrants and foreigners in the U.S.  So a military veterans group called Vets Fight Hate teamed up with the Southern Poverty Law Center to take on the anti-immigration trolls roaming the internet. The veterans reply with personal tweets … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Build a React Universal Blog with Next.js and ButterCMS

Tuesday 2 May 20:35:27 UTC 2017

You know the story. You've sold your client on the major benefits of React, such as quick-loading screens and maintainable JavaScript code. And now that you've built a great React app for your client, they want to integrate a blog directly into the app; one that lives in a subdirectory (not a subdomain) for its SEO benefits. [Link]

Popular Science » Why I can never eat onions or garlic again

Tuesday 2 May 20:23:36 UTC 2017

Health Animal, vegetable, miserable Though no good data exists on the number of people with an allium allergy, I’ve come to learn that I’m definitely not alone. [Link]

Mashable » 9 douchiest facts about the bro behind Fyre Festival who's not Ja Rule

Tuesday 2 May 20:19:55 UTC 2017

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Mashable » Please enjoy this clip of White House reporters screaming at Sean Spicer to answer their questions

Tuesday 2 May 20:02:04 UTC 2017

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Slashdot » Apple AirPods Customers 'Satisfied' With the Product, But Some Big Apps Have Mysteriously Pulled Support

Tuesday 2 May 20:00:00 UTC 2017

Columnist Ben Bajarin, writing for TechPinions: The big story is customer satisfaction with AirPods is extremely high. 98% of AirPod owners said they were very satisfied or satisfied. Remarkably, 82% said they were very satisfied. The overall customer satisfaction level of 98% sets the record for the highest level of satisfaction for a new product from Apple. When the iPhone … [Link]

Mashable » Hillary Clinton blames FBI for defeat, but says she's coming back as 'part of the resistance'

Tuesday 2 May 19:46:55 UTC 2017

In the months following the election, Hillary Clinton was seen in forests, bookstores, and Broadway theaters — anywhere but in front of the microphone.  On Tuesday, Clinton emerged to speak with CNN's Christiane Amanpour at a Women For Women International charity event in New York to give one of her most honest post-election interviews yet. She discussed her anxieties for the … [Link]

Mashable » 'Counter Strike' skin creators are making at least 6 figures a year

Tuesday 2 May 19:37:03 UTC 2017

A Counter-Strike: Global Offensive weapon skin designer revealed how much money creators make when one of their cosmetic skins is accepted by Valve: "way more" than $40,000 a pop. Designer Chris "CLeGFX" Le said during a live stream yesterday that when community-made weapon skins for CS:GO were accepted and added into the game by Valve in the old days (circa CS:GO's … [Link]

Mashable » Trump's big EPA website changes reach 'whole new level of willful ignorance'

Tuesday 2 May 19:29:06 UTC 2017

When the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) took down its sprawling climate change website on Friday evening, it did so with no prior notice to rank-and-file employees. The move, the agency says, is aimed at reflecting the EPA's "new direction" under the Trump administration. But some insiders and activists don't see it that way. They fear the move is an attempt to … [Link]

Mashable » Fearless prairie dog climbs onto sleeping alligator's nose

Tuesday 2 May 19:20:50 UTC 2017

Maybe it was a dare, or maybe that rodent is just a jerk.  A sleeping alligator taking an afternoon nap at Southwick's Zoo in Mendon, Massachusetts, was rudely awoken by a badass prairie dog.  In the clip, the prairie dog slowly makes its way to the resting gator, plopping itself right on the alligator's nose before waking it up. Once … [Link]

Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: What Is the 'Special Appeal' of Apple Products?

Tuesday 2 May 19:20:00 UTC 2017

Reader dryriver writes: As someone who comes from MS-DOS/Windows PCs background, I've never quite understood the appeal of Apple's products. I don't think Apple's products are terrible or anything, but I just fail to see what is so special and different about Apple's electronics that many Apple users would never dream of switching to a non-Apple product. Where does the … [Link]

Mashable » Don't hold your breath for a new iPhone 8 this year

Tuesday 2 May 19:00:11 UTC 2017

Brace yourselves now, people: we could be in for quite an iPhone-based shock later this year — and it might not be the sticker price.  By now, you've probably heard that Apple's upcoming deluxe iPhone 8 might be delayed beyond the product line's now-typical September launch. The holdup could stem from issues with the development of the rumored screen-embedded fingerprint sensor, … [Link]

Popular Science » Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?

Tuesday 2 May 18:56:52 UTC 2017

Health Scientists haven't quite landed on an answer Despite a plethora of research, the scientific community still hasn’t come to a solid conclusion as to when the best time to eat after waking up really is. Read on:… [Link]

Mashable » IKEA sent out an AI survey and what in the name of eftersökt are they planning?!

Tuesday 2 May 18:54:52 UTC 2017

Ikea, what in the name of eftersökt are you planning?! The design store — where roughly a bajillion millennials have purchased a build-it-yourself cabinet and whatever a "frakta" is — recently released an online survey that asks respondents what they want from an artificially intelligent assistant. SEE ALSO: The Ikea shopping bag madness continues. This time with a hat. "Do we, … [Link]

Mashable » Colin Kaepernick's noble deeds keep making haters look like bitter fools

Tuesday 2 May 18:49:34 UTC 2017

Why can't Colin Kaepernick get a job?  Two months ago, we asked that very question about the NFL quarterback whose silent pre-game protests sparked a national debate last season.  Fast forward to the present, and Kaepernick is still an unsigned free agent — but he's continuing to make admirable use of his spare time.  SEE ALSO: After NBA glory, demons haunt … [Link]

Mashable » The sound of a spacecraft passing between Saturn and its rings is straight out of 'Alien'

Tuesday 2 May 18:42:27 UTC 2017

On April 26, NASA's Cassini spacecraft shot between Saturn and its innermost ring, going where no human-made object has gone before. Cassini has already made some new discoveries thanks to its dive through the ring plane. One of those insights is that the area between the planet and its rings "sounds" different than other parts of space surrounding Saturn.  SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » This bathroom uses facial recognition technology to ration toilet paper

Tuesday 2 May 18:40:49 UTC 2017

Beijing’s parks are trying to combat its toilet paper theft problem by installing facial recognition dispensers that ration the sheets. Read more…More about Real Time Video, Parks And Recreation, Parks And Outdoors, Parks, and Beijing [Link]

Slashdot » YouTube Finally Embraces Google's Material Design, Puts Focus On Content

Tuesday 2 May 18:40:00 UTC 2017

Google's Material Design specs are finally coming to the YouTube desktop site, the company said on Tuesday. The feature isn't rolling out to all just yet, but you can test drive it here. My initial impressions after playing with the new design: lots and lots of white space, but the optional dark theme looks pretty. Here's how the company describes … [Link]

Mashable » This 'Wonder Woman' homemade trailer might as well be the official movie trailer

Tuesday 2 May 18:30:00 UTC 2017

The Sword of Athena made out of cardboard? The Lasso of Truth is Christmas lights? This must be Homemade Wonder Woman! In this DIY, shot-for-shot remake of the Wonder Woman trailer, our hero uses her super powers to smash through cardboard windows, slash plastic container towers, and summon 2D lighting! Check out the side by side comparison. Check out the behind … [Link]

Mashable » Starbucks strikes again with new 'Midnight Mint Mocha Frappuccino'

Tuesday 2 May 18:25:02 UTC 2017

Lovers of specialty Starbucks frappuccinos, you can continue to live your best life. Starbucks has announced a new frappuccino for the summer. No, it's not unicorn frappuccino reloaded but it will probably be just as popular. The Midnight Mint Mocha Frappuccino will be coming to U.S. and Canada store locations starting May 2. The drink is made of extra-dark, coffee-blended cocoa … [Link]

Mashable » Barack Obama tweets at Jimmy Kimmel after his moving speech about the ACA

Tuesday 2 May 18:21:39 UTC 2017

Well this is touching. After his incredibly moving opening monologue last night about his newborn son's open heart surgery and his support for the Affordable Care Act, late night host Jimmy Kimmel got a tweet from the man who made it happen, former President Barack Obama.  SEE ALSO: That awkward moment when Republicans failed to kill Obamacare but they bought … [Link]

Mashable » Dude filming a snake watches it slither right into his house

Tuesday 2 May 18:19:50 UTC 2017

There’s always that one person who seems to always leave the door open. Redditor JRM2 discovered he had a bit of a snake problem recently, so like any normal person, he whipped out his phone and forgot to turn it sideways, filming the snake vertically as it creeped around his property. SEE ALSO: Just a terrifyingly large snake dragging a dead … [Link]

Mashable » Microsoft's Surface Laptop is the hottest Windows notebook in ages

Tuesday 2 May 18:19:43 UTC 2017

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ProgrammableWeb.com » MuHu Announces Video Intelligence API

Tuesday 2 May 18:10:59 UTC 2017

MuHu, a mobile video intelligence company, announced the availability of an open API for its MuHu video platform. The goal of the API release is to empower the developer community with the tools necessary to build video intelligence applications. The API aims to eliminate walls between siloed technologies which should allow for deeper, more insightful connections between apps and systems. … [Link]

Mashable » 'Silicon Valley' star Kumail Nanjiani might just be this summer's most lovable romantic lead

Tuesday 2 May 18:10:07 UTC 2017

If you mainly know Kumail Nanjiani as the delightfully despicable Dinesh from HBO's Silicon Valley, The Big Sick trailer might come as something of a shock. In it, Nanjiani steps into the spotlight as a romantic leading man in his own right – and the results look as likely to make you cry as they are to make you laugh. … [Link]

Mashable » The world's fastest camera can capture 5 trillion frames per second

Tuesday 2 May 18:06:51 UTC 2017

A new camera developed in Sweden is faster than any photography gear on the planet. Researchers at Sweden's Lund University built a crazy-fast camera that can capture a staggering five trillion frames per second, or events as short as 0.2 trillionths of one second. Conventional cameras, by contrast, top out at around 100,000 frames per second With the new high-speed film … [Link]

Slashdot » T-Mobile Says It Will Launch Nationwide 5G Network In Three Years

Tuesday 2 May 18:00:00 UTC 2017

T-Mobile announced today its plans for launching a "true" nationwide LTE beginning in 2019, with a complete rollout by 2020. From a report: The nation's third-largest carrier on Tuesday unveiled plans to build out its next-generation wireless network using the radio airwaves it just purchased in a government auction. The focus for its 5G network isn't necessarily speed, but instead … [Link]

Mashable » This teen's $15 homemade prom dress is better than many Met Gala looks

Tuesday 2 May 17:56:37 UTC 2017

For many people, finding oneself with nothing to wear the night before a big event is — to put it mildly — upsetting. For teen designer Shami Oshun, it was just an excuse to make something cool. The San Francisco designer spent a grand total of $15 to create her homemade prom dress, which she documented on Twitter last weekend. The … [Link]

Mashable » This surgical simulator is helping newbie doctors learn how to handle a scalpel

Tuesday 2 May 17:53:36 UTC 2017

Two young surgeons created 'Touch Surgery' to help young doctors make better decisions on the operating table. The surgical simulator app is being geared towards the global market, where around 5 billion people lack access to safe surgical services. Read more…More about Brain Surgery, Visual Effects, Star Wars, Surgical Simulator, and Complex Surgery [Link]

Mashable » Facebook accused of gender bias against women engineers

Tuesday 2 May 17:49:36 UTC 2017

Facebook is facing backlash over possible gender bias within its engineering team, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal on Tuesday. Data collected by an engineer in 2016 suggests that code submitted by women at the company was rejected more frequently than men, according to the Journal. Specifically, that female engineers' code is rejected 35 percent more often than … [Link]

Mashable » Twitter reveals what U.S. history would look like if Trump were in charge

Tuesday 2 May 17:37:00 UTC 2017

Donald Trump spent much of his Monday trying to defend some oddball Civil War "facts" about President Andrew Jackson, who died over a decade before the Civil War began.  The president tweeted more Jackson-related nonsense again that night, doubling down on his earlier sentiment. Naturally, the internet is having some fun with that. President Andrew Jackson, who died 16 years before … [Link]

Mashable » It's the 1 year anniversary of Hiddleswift and wow, so much has happened since then

Tuesday 2 May 17:33:13 UTC 2017

Let’s take a trip down memory lane, shall we? This year's Met Gala was fantastic and all, but the 2016 Met Gala introduced "Hiddleswift" to the world, it's time to celebrate what may or may not have been the relationship farce of the decade.  SEE ALSO: 'HiddleSwift' trends on Twitter and fans are losing it Another Dance video of Tom and … [Link]

Mashable » 'American Gods' just gave us the best character introduction in TV history

Tuesday 2 May 17:21:23 UTC 2017

The characters of American Gods definitely know how to make an entrance — the first episode featured a deity devouring a man with her vagina, FFS — but it'll be hard to beat the scene-stealing debut of Orlando Jones' Mr. Nancy in episode 2.  See for yourself: Mr. Nancy — aka Anansi — is an African trickster god who was brought … [Link]

Slashdot » Studios, Writers Guild Avert Strike With Last-Minute Deal

Tuesday 2 May 17:20:00 UTC 2017

Jonathan Handel, writing for The Hollywood Reporter: Talks between the Writers Guild of America and AMPTP studio alliance went down to the wire Monday night but ultimately resulted in a three-year deal, averting a threatened walkout that could have cost jobs and homes, hit the California economy with a $200 million blow per week, accelerated cord-cutting and driven audiences off … [Link]

Mashable » Samsung's Bixby delivers a scorching hot rap burn on Siri … if you know how to ask it

Tuesday 2 May 17:16:05 UTC 2017

The fight between Samsung's built-in AI assistant Bixby and Apple's Siri just escalated to a full on rap beef. Aside from one-upping Siri's assistant capabilities (Bixby goes beyond simply answering questions and can assist users in all sorts of phone functionality), Samsung's AI also delivers some secret jabs at Siri … if you know how to ask for them. After Samsung … [Link]

New Scientist – News » NASA might run out of space suits before it quits the ISS

Tuesday 2 May 17:14:20 UTC 2017

The US space agency’s involvement with the ISS is funded until 2024, but it might run out of space suits before then, despite spending $200 million on new designs [Link]

Mashable » Harry Styles' song 'Sweet Creature' will have you crying millennial pink tears

Tuesday 2 May 16:57:46 UTC 2017

Harry Styles just released his latest song, and, well, your heart may never return to its previous size.   "Sweet Creature" is just the sort of thing Directioners dream Styles will serenade them. It's a simple, bittersweet tale of pure love challenged only by the push and pull of youth's infinite possibilities.  SEE ALSO: 'SNL' agrees with the internet, turns Harry … [Link]

Mashable » Relax all summer long with this new Natasha Bedingfield jam

Tuesday 2 May 16:49:34 UTC 2017

Nowadays it can seem hard to catch a break. Sitting back, really switching off from all the pressures of life and taking the time to relax is becoming significantly harder. We’re living in an always-on, high-pressured environment that has us constantly checking in on work, social and personal commitments and really sweating the small stuff. Delayed trains, back-to-back meetings, difficult bosses, … [Link]

Mashable » 5 simple ways to destress after a long day

Tuesday 2 May 16:49:10 UTC 2017

Stress is an inevitable part of life. Today’s busy schedules, always-on working environment, and the pressures we face both at work and at home can keep us from taking time out for ourselves — too often things we need to do outweigh the things we really want to do. Sometimes micro-stresses, little hassles and the barriers we face each day can … [Link]

Mashable » GIPHY serves up the best GIFs to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Tuesday 2 May 16:45:38 UTC 2017

Don’t let anyone fool you — the lack of representation of people of color in media is still a problem. But while it takes a lot of money to produce and distribute TV shows and films that help increase diversity, it only takes five seconds to make a GIF — and those looped files have a bigger impact than you might … [Link]

Mashable » Beyoncé just announced that you'll be $300 poorer soon

Tuesday 2 May 16:44:20 UTC 2017

Finally, the perfect gift for Mother's Day, Father's Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day gift has arrived. Beyoncé is releasing Lemonade on yellow vinyl as part of a $300 box set.  The collector's edition box set, titled How To Make Lemonade, will include a 600-page book with photos from the making of the album, a foreword from Dr. Michael Eric … [Link]

Mashable » J.K. Rowling shouldn't apologize for killing garbage human Severus Snape

Tuesday 2 May 16:43:34 UTC 2017

To quote a friend of mine, "I can't believe that it's the Year of our Lord 2017 and there are still people who defend Severus Snape." The greatest culprit is Queen Jo herself, J.K. Rowling, who on Tuesday apologized for killing the tortured and tragic Snape during the battle of Hogwarts in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. (Rowling tweets an … [Link]

Mashable » Curious little boy gets a bit too handsy with a shopping mall mannequin

Tuesday 2 May 16:40:20 UTC 2017

Kids are curious little beings, and we can't fault them for that. They're still learning right from wrong, good from bad, and public from private. They rely on their instincts and go after what they want. So, when this young boy saw some mannequin boobs, he followed his first impulse and really, really went for it.  SEE ALSO: 6-year-old creates coloring … [Link]

Slashdot » Carbon Intensity is Falling in Industrial, Electric Power Sectors

Tuesday 2 May 16:40:00 UTC 2017

Over the last seven years, the electrical power sector has gone from being one of the most carbon-emitting sectors of the American economy per unit of fuel consumed to one of the least carbon-emitting sectors. From a report on ArsTechnica: That's according to new data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Despite the good news, the EIA's numbers show … [Link]

Mashable » People really love Apple's AirPods, but they still look ridiculous

Tuesday 2 May 16:36:03 UTC 2017

Apple’s newest killer accessory, AirPods, might look ridiculous — but that hasn't stopped them from taking over as one of the must-have gadgets of 2017.  The wireless buds dominated headphone sales after their release and have seemingly become a fixture in ears everywhere. Even This Is Us heartthrob Milo Ventimiglia reps AirPods, as Mashable's Nicole Gallucci discovered in her profile of … [Link]

Popular Science » Here’s all the education related stuff Microsoft announced today, including the Surface Laptop

Tuesday 2 May 16:33:07 UTC 2017

Technology Microsoft wants into the classroom The latest products from Microsoft are built to bring students and school districts into its infrastructure. [Link]

Popular Science » Female dragonflies feign death to avoid sex

Tuesday 2 May 16:25:16 UTC 2017

Animals Boy oh boy is animal reproduction upsetting Being a lady dragonfly is pretty bad—but let's talk about what's worse. [Link]

Mashable » A year after Hiddleswift: Here are the best celebrity Met Gala couples of 2017

Tuesday 2 May 16:14:41 UTC 2017

A year ago, the world was introduced to the very concept of true love when Hiddleswift first danced in the hallowed halls of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.  Now, it seems that famous people dating other people has caught on even if Tom Hiddleston and Taylor Swift are no longer standing on beaches fully clothed together. Here are the 10 best … [Link]

Geek Culture » Star Wars meets Sgt. Pepper!

Tuesday 2 May 16:09:43 UTC 2017

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Mashable » Sarah Paulson absolutely lost her mind when she saw Madonna at the Met Gala

Tuesday 2 May 16:07:33 UTC 2017

Unlike the rest of us, Sarah Paulson is an Golden Globe-award winning actress famous enough to attend Met Gala 2017.  Very much like the rest of us, Sarah Paulson still loses her shit in the presence of Madonna. SEE ALSO: All the wild looks from the 2017 Met Gala red carpet Case in point: This series of photos in which the … [Link]

Slashdot » Credit Suisse Deploys 20 Robots Within Bank

Tuesday 2 May 16:00:00 UTC 2017

Credit Suisse has deployed 20 robots within the bank, some of which are helping employees answer basic compliance questions, the Swiss bank's global markets chief executive, Brian Chin, said on Monday. From a report: Chin, speaking at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills, California, said the technology may help reduce the number of calls coming into the bank's … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook Messenger's new games upgrade now lets you compete against friends

Tuesday 2 May 16:00:00 UTC 2017

Playing games in Facebook Messenger is no longer a solo affair. The company just announced a new upgrade to its Instant Games, the mini games you can play inside chats with friends. With the new update, Messenger will now support turn-based games. SEE ALSO: Messenger Day is making me unload randos on Facebook (and maybe that's a good thing) That means … [Link]

Mashable » YouTube's new flat website redesign is here, and you'll never wanna go back

Tuesday 2 May 16:00:00 UTC 2017

YouTube.com’s finally getting a new look. A year after it was discovered YouTube was testing a new flatter, more minimalist website design, the company's now starting to roll out a public version as an opt-in setting. Anyone can try the new look out, but if you don't like it you can easily opt-out and revert back to the old design. SEE … [Link]

Mashable » Someone staged military rationed food as Michelin-starred plates

Tuesday 2 May 15:55:56 UTC 2017

A chef, videographer, and photographer teamed up to upgrade packaged military food to Michelin-starred dishes. This project is called 'From MRE to Michelin'. The team wanted to serve the bravest men and women dishes that reflected value and respect. Read more…More about Real Time Video, Real Time Video, Real Time, Leader, and Nation [Link]

Mashable » 9 coffee stains that look like works of art

Tuesday 2 May 15:43:48 UTC 2017

Have you ever spilled a bit of coffee? Chances are that yes, along with millions of people around the world, you have also had that unfortunate experience of letting a bit of java out of your morning cup.  Rarely does the embarrassing accident turn into art, but with coffee stains, you just never know. Your next bump and spill could result … [Link]

Popular Science » Keep the party in the pool with the waterproof G-DROP speaker

Tuesday 2 May 15:40:47 UTC 2017

Sponsored Post Waterproof and buoyant, this durable speaker is perfect for adventure playlists. Waterproof and buoyant, this durable speaker is perfect for adventure playlists. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » This teeny, tiny 'Defenders' teaser reveal's Elektra's fate

Tuesday 2 May 15:38:59 UTC 2017

We’re pretty pumped for Marvel's The Defenders this summer, but what could possibly improve the merry band of Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, Daredevil and that other guy? Elektra. A tantalizing teaser from the Defenders' Twitter account shows Elektra's coffin from Daredevil Season 2, and something inside is stirring. SEE ALSO: Marvel's 'Defenders' assemble in a perfect viral video teaser In Season … [Link]

Mashable » Learn how to open a brain up with this eerily realistic surgical simulator

Tuesday 2 May 15:38:47 UTC 2017

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Popular Science » How to control your computer with your voice

Tuesday 2 May 15:36:59 UTC 2017

DIY Siri or Cortana aren't just for your phone Both Windows 10 and macOS Sierra come with voice-activated digital assistants to do your bidding. Here are all the different ways you can put them to use. [Link]

Mashable » Michelle Obama explains her iconic side-eye at Trump's inauguration

Tuesday 2 May 15:32:27 UTC 2017

Alright, alright internet — settle down. We've had our fun. We've imagined all the things that could have been going through Michelle Obama's head on Trump's inauguration day. We've memed the hell out of the gift-giving photos. Now it's time to accept the truth. The former first lady explained at the American Institute of Architects convention Monday that – though it … [Link]

Mashable » 'Wonder Woman' unleashes her powers in this shot-for-shot remake trailer

Tuesday 2 May 15:30:00 UTC 2017

The Sword of Athena made out of cardboard? The Lasso of Truth made from Christmas lights? This must be Homemade Wonder Woman! In this DIY, shot-for-shot remake of the Wonder Woman trailer, our hero uses her superpowers to smash through cardboard windows, slash plastic container towers, and summon 2D lighting! Check out the side by side comparison. Check out the … [Link]

Mashable » Woman confronts her cheating boyfriend, then orders coffee before really laying into him

Tuesday 2 May 15:22:50 UTC 2017

Eavesdropping on the conversation of strangers is usually pretty boring, but one woman in hit the jackpot. Ashe Dryden was eating lunch at a restaurant Monday when the woman two tables over began confronting her longtime partner because he’d apparently been cheating on her with a friend. She immediately recognized the drama she had on her hands and began live tweeting … [Link]

Slashdot » Microsoft Unveils the Surface Laptop, a Traditional Notebook That Is 'Better' Than MacBook Pro

Tuesday 2 May 15:20:00 UTC 2017

On the sidelines of Windows 10 S and affordable Chromebook-like laptops announcements, Microsoft also announced the newest addition to its Surface computing lineup. Dubbed the Surface Laptop, the laptop starts at $999, and is for everyone, the company claims, though the focus is on students and professionals. From a report: The Surface Laptop includes a 13.5-inch PixelSense display (Microsoft's branding … [Link]

Mashable » 'Code Vein' looks like it gives 'Dark Souls' an anime twist

Tuesday 2 May 15:18:21 UTC 2017

This sure looks cool AF. Our first look at Code Vein — an upcoming action-RPG from publisher Bandai Namco — suggests there's combat in the style of Dark Souls fused with a visual aesthetic reminiscent of anime. That's pretty cool, I guess. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic Earth that has been torn asunder by "Thorns of Judgment," which … [Link]

Mashable » A poor duck with a knife sticking out of its head is making everyone very upset

Tuesday 2 May 15:14:51 UTC 2017

The RSPCA South Australia is asking everyone to be on the lookout for a duck seen in Byethorne Park, Nairne, walking around with a knife stuck in its head.  The organization posted an urgent call for action on their Facebook page for any information about the wounded duck. They are calling this incident "an appalling, deliberate act of cruelty," and state … [Link]

Mashable » A genius baker is turning nasty troll comments (including Trump's) into cakes

Tuesday 2 May 15:14:14 UTC 2017

It might seem counterintuitive to send your trolls tasty desserts, but somehow it just kind of … works. Baker Kat Thek is giving this sweet revenge a shot with Troll Cakes, a new "bakery and detective agency" that sends nasty comments back to their authors in cake form. For an extra fee, Thek will even track down the troll's address so … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Neutron stars that slow down could be eating ‘backwards’ gas

Tuesday 2 May 15:13:20 UTC 2017

Most binary neutron stars are thought to spin ever faster as they devour their companions – but some slow down, and it could be to do with their gassy meals [Link]

Mashable » Microsoft unveils new Surface Laptop with crazy battery life

Tuesday 2 May 15:07:24 UTC 2017

Meet the newest member of the Surface family. Along with the new Windows 10 S, Microsoft also introduced the Surface Laptop on Tuesday at its education-focused event in New York City.  SEE ALSO: Microsoft launches Windows 10 S, its low-cost answer to the Chromebook The Surface Laptop is Microsoft's first Surface computer with a traditional clamshell design that's not a detachable … [Link]

Mashable » Wyoming residents are wearing tutus to protest a senator's homophobic remarks

Tuesday 2 May 15:06:36 UTC 2017

People have found the most colorful, glittery, tulle-filled way to troll Republican Senator Mike Enzi, and for good reason.  On April 25 the Republican addressed an audience of middle and high school students, and told them that they were free to be whoever or whatever they wanted— as long as they didn't shove it in anyone's face. He provided an example, … [Link]

Mashable » The 25 highest-paying internships, according to Glassdoor

Tuesday 2 May 15:04:14 UTC 2017

An internship could actually pay more than a full-time job — at least if it's at Facebook.  Interns at Microsoft, Facebook, and other top companies would earn way more than the average full-time U.S. worker if their salaries lasted the entire year, Glassdoor found in a new report.  SEE ALSO: These 25 companies will pay you the highest salaries, according to … [Link]

Mashable » How to type upside-down (ǝlqᴉssod s,ʇᴉ ʍoɥ puɐ)

Tuesday 2 May 15:01:11 UTC 2017

˙ƃuᴉɹoq ˙˙˙sʇǝ&#38~ ʇsnɾ uosɹǝd lɐɯɹou ɐ ǝʞᴉl ƃuᴉdʎʇ 'sǝɯᴉʇ&#47~ Or, if you don't feel like flipping over your phone, craning your neck, or staring at the above sentence until your eyes adjust: Sometimes, typing like a normal person just gets… boring.  So why not flip the world on its head and turn things upside down?  SEE ALSO: Samsung has an app … [Link]

Slashdot » Linux Mint 18.2 Ubuntu-based OS is Named 'Sonya'

Tuesday 2 May 15:00:00 UTC 2017

Brian Fagioli, writing for BetaNews: The uncertainty about Ubuntu has not deterred the Linux Mint team, however, as they are moving ahead with plans for version 18.2. While details about the upcoming version of the operating system are scarce, we have learned two important details. First, the code name for the OS will be 'Sonya,' and second, the distro will … [Link]

Mashable » Ads will target your emotions and there's nothing you can do about it

Tuesday 2 May 14:52:49 UTC 2017

If you're happy and you know it, you might be interested in buying these products.  With everything about consumers now tracked online, it comes as little surprise that emotions have recently popped up as a quiet — and rather creepy — way for advertisers to target you.  SEE ALSO: Facebook accused of targeting 'insecure' children and young people, report says Over … [Link]

Mashable » Now you can lick your cat clean with this tongue-like accessory because of course

Tuesday 2 May 14:43:36 UTC 2017

The Licki Brush is a silicone mouthpiece with rubbery bristles designed for combing and bonding with your cat. Read more…More about Cat Owners, Tongue Like Accessory, Real Time Video, Real Time Video, and Real Time [Link]

Mashable » Someone wrote a pun-packed poem about Ed Sheeran on a London Tube sign

Tuesday 2 May 14:42:25 UTC 2017

When it comes to funny signs, the London Underground is a force to be reckoned with. Various Tube stations often share motivational quotes or amusing little messages on their white boards, and these often end up doing the rounds on social media. SEE ALSO: This London Underground announcer has a hilariously unique style Now, the Tube is getting the Ed Sheeran … [Link]

Mashable » Star Wars retold as songs on 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' is a great way to rewatch the movies

Tuesday 2 May 14:41:14 UTC 2017

The world needs more Star Wars parodies, that's what we were all thinking. No, we weren't. The world has actually seen too many Star Wars parodies. And yet we are thrilled to write about another one. Since we are fully aware of just how saturated the parody world is we promise we are only bringing your attention to those worth your … [Link]

Slashdot » India's Infosys To Hire 10,000 American Workers After Trump Criticism

Tuesday 2 May 14:40:00 UTC 2017

India's Infosys said it plans to hire 10,000 Americans in the next two years, following criticism from the Trump administration that the company and other outsourcing firms are unfairly taking jobs away from U.S. workers. From a report on Bloomberg: Infosys, which employs about 200,000 people around the world, will expand its local hiring in the U.S. while adding four … [Link]

Mashable » Of course, the internet made a lot of memes out of the 2017 Met Gala

Tuesday 2 May 14:38:42 UTC 2017

The Met Gala is intended to be a fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, but who are we kidding—it's also one of the best nights for scrolling through Twitter.  Meme connoisseurs and 140-character comedians were out in full force last night as they watched celebrities strut the red carpet. We gathered the best tweets and memes that will … [Link]

Mashable » Impressive fan-made 'Overwatch' film digs into Mercy's gritty backstory

Tuesday 2 May 14:26:47 UTC 2017

Mercy, everyone's favorite Swiss healer from Overwatch, has been through some dark times according to this live-action fan film. Going off of Mercy's limited background story, Lupin Productions created a short film that shines a light on Mercy's father, her inspiration for becoming a peaceful healer, and her involvement in more recent conflicts. The short, "Heroes Never Die," takes a … [Link]

Mashable » Robin Williams has one last movie coming to the U.S. in 2017

Tuesday 2 May 14:25:02 UTC 2017

Fans of the late Robin Williams will now be able to enjoy the legendary actor's work in one last posthumous role. Absolutely Anything, the British sci-fi comedy staring Williams in his final performance, is making its way to the United States at last. The film was released in the U.K. back in 2015, but now, almost three years after Williams' death, … [Link]

Mashable » Guys dressed as Ronald McDonald troll a KFC

Tuesday 2 May 14:19:30 UTC 2017

Everyone has their go-to fast food place, but not everyone will dress up as his or her favorite fast food icon and protest at a competing chain. SEE ALSO: Absolute legends took a total stranger on holiday and all it took was a Facebook search In the video below, a woman whipped out her phone to record a group of guys … [Link]

Mashable » 'The Flash' sneak peek: Savitar makes Killer Frost an offer she can't refuse

Tuesday 2 May 14:13:37 UTC 2017

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Mashable » Just when you thought 'Outlander' couldn't get any better: PUPPIES!

Tuesday 2 May 14:04:31 UTC 2017

We’ve finally discovered something even more heartwarming than Claire and Jamie's epic love story in Outlander (okay, let's call it a tie) — puppies!  Meet the two newest cast additions for Outlander Season 4 — a pair of Northern Innuit puppies who will be a major part of the show's fourth season, which will begin filming later in 2017.  SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » Liam Payne and Cheryl finally chose a pretty interesting name for their son

Tuesday 2 May 14:02:17 UTC 2017

Welcome to the weird celebrity baby name club! Former One Direction singer Liam Payne and his wife, Cheryl, welcome their baby boy five weeks ago but decided to not give the child a name quite yet.  SEE ALSO: Trump kicked One Direction out of his hotel because he's not a nice man After spending some time "getting to know their baby," … [Link]

Slashdot » Microsoft Unveils Windows 10 S, an Education Edition Limited To Windows Store Apps

Tuesday 2 May 14:01:00 UTC 2017

On Tuesday, Microsoft announced a new edition of its latest operating system: Windows 10 S. Available on first-party and third-party hardware — Microsoft will be releasing its own Windows 10 S device and will also let manufacturers sell their own — Windows 10 S is a streamlined edition of Windows 10 aimed at the education market. From a report: "We … [Link]

Mashable » 'Stranger Things' Season 2 will have 'more horror'

Tuesday 2 May 14:00:35 UTC 2017

If you recommended Stranger Things to friends with the missive "Don't watch it alone at night," you aren't alone. After several episodes, we got used to the pulsing music and traces of the Demagorgon, but we'll need our wits about us for Season 2. "There are going to be some challenges the characters face that are real, that are disturbing," actor … [Link]

Mashable » Your shows are safe: WGA reaches deal to avoid another writers strike

Tuesday 2 May 13:56:15 UTC 2017

It went down to the wire, but the Writers Guild of America and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers have reached a new three-year deal in their contract negotiations, avoiding a possible writers' strike that could've shut down production on countless projects and cost the industry millions. This is especially good news for fans of late night shows like … [Link]

Mashable » Microsoft launches Windows 10 S, its low-cost OS for education

Tuesday 2 May 13:48:42 UTC 2017

Microsoft is tired of getting beat in the education market, so it's pulling out the big guns: A custom version of Windows 10 streamlined for students. And they call it Windows 10 S. If you can leave aside the nagging question of why Microsoft didn't go for "Windows 10 E," this new operating system flavor makes a lot of sense.  SEE … [Link]

Mashable » Goose interrupting a rugby game has the fighting spirit of a thousand players

Tuesday 2 May 13:43:50 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ interrupts a rugby game","sources":[{&q~ More about Funny, Goose, Rugby, Uk, and Watercooler [Link]

Mashable » 'Humans of New York' captured a precious moment between Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds

Tuesday 2 May 13:39:48 UTC 2017

Brandon Stanton, the brains behind the popular Humans of New York series, has a magical way of getting folks around the world to open up in ways that even celebrities are not immune to, no matter how many years of media training they've endured. The photographer was on hand during the 2017 Met Gala once again this year, and the first … [Link]

Mashable » 'Darksiders 3' existence and details leaked in an Amazon listing

Tuesday 2 May 13:37:50 UTC 2017

The long-suspected next chapter in the Darksiders series is finally confirmed. Sort of. An Amazon listing for Darksiders 3 outs the existence of the not-yet-officially-revealed game — and then some. The product page includes story details, screenshots, concept art, platforms — PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One — and a vague 2018 release timeframe. SEE ALSO: First 'Zelda: Breath of the … [Link]

Mashable » Stephen Colbert rips apart Trump's many 100 days interviews

Tuesday 2 May 13:18:51 UTC 2017

On Monday night's The Late Show, Stephen Colbert took a critical look at Donald Trump's 100-day interview during his monologue. He pointed out some of the more absurd moments of the interview, like when Trump lamented about how difficult the presidency turned out to be (apparently, Trump had no idea) or when Trump abruptly walked away from the interviewer, Face … [Link]

Popular Science » What it's like to climb a century-old oak tree

Tuesday 2 May 13:15:23 UTC 2017

Entertainment Excerpt: Witness Tree What was it like up there in its branches? I decided that to know the big oak and its world well, I would have to change my vantage point. [Link]

Popular Science » From the archives: How to stay fit and live longer, according to a 1920s authority on exercise

Tuesday 2 May 13:09:00 UTC 2017

Health Original headline: "Keep Your Neck and Abdomen Strong and You Can Count on a Fifty Per Cent Longer Life than the Average Man." "Keep Your Neck and Abdomen Strong and You Can Count on a Fifty Per Cent Longer Life than the Average Man." Read on. [Link]

Mashable » How to watch Microsoft's #MicrosoftEDU event live

Tuesday 2 May 13:06:40 UTC 2017

Microsoft is about to unveil new products — both hardware and software — Tuesday, and you can join the fun and follow the event live over the internet.  The education-centered #MicrosoftEDU event starts at 9:30 AM ET in New York City, and will likely bring two key new products. On the software side, the company is rumored to launch a new, … [Link]

Mashable » Kobo's new Aura H2O e-reader is even more waterproof than the last one

Tuesday 2 May 13:00:00 UTC 2017

Canada’s Kobo, one of the few companies besides Amazon that have a healthy lineup of e-readers, has updated its waterproof Kobo Aura H2O e-reader with several nice improvements.  The Kobo Aura H2O came out in 2014 and was due for a refresh, but on the other hand, e-readers have been perfectly capable of performing all tasks for a couple of years … [Link]

Slashdot » Senate Republicans Introduce Anti-Net Neutrality Legislation

Tuesday 2 May 13:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Hill: Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) introduced a bill Monday to nullify the Federal Communications Commission's net neutrality rules. "Few areas of our economy have been as dynamic and innovative as the internet," Lee said in a statement. "But now this engine of growth is threatened by the Federal Communications Commission's 2015 Open … [Link]

Mashable » 'Dear Evan Hansen,' 'Natasha, Pierre…' big winner with 2017 Tony Award noms

Tuesday 2 May 12:49:50 UTC 2017

If you want to check out Dear Evan Hansen, the buzzy new toast of Broadway, you better hope to already have tickets for this summer. The blockbuster new show just scored nine Tony noms this morning, including one for Best Actor frontrunner Ben Platt (Pitch Perfect).  It'll compete for best new musical alongside Come From Away, Natasha, Pierre and the … [Link]

Mashable » Thought Rihanna's Met Gala look was perfect? So was her afterparty outfit.

Tuesday 2 May 12:41:22 UTC 2017

Rihanna is the indisputable queen of the Met Gala, and this year she secured her title with an on-theme ensemble that blew minds.  When time came for the annual "fashion superbowl" after parties, that Rihanna reign did not let up. She continued her slay with a pajama-inspired look, and somehow, she pulled it off.  SEE ALSO: Rihanna won the Met Gala … [Link]

Mashable » Taco Bell will soon sell you chicken nuggets with cheese sauce

Tuesday 2 May 12:00:00 UTC 2017

Taco Bell is getting into the nugget game, but don't you dare call them nuggets. A few months ago, Taco Bell unleashed the Naked Chicken Chalupa, which was basically a piece of deep fried chicken used as a taco shell. For some reason, it didn't really catch on, and was taken off the menu after about a month. To fix your … [Link]

Mashable » This smart cap won't let you forget to take your medicine

Tuesday 2 May 12:00:00 UTC 2017

We take a lot of drugs. We also forget to take a lot of drugs. According to a 2015 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, 60% of Americans take a prescription drugs.  Most of those people often forget or skip a dose.  According to a 2011 study by The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA)  "nearly 75 … [Link]

Mashable » J.K. Rowling just tweeted the biggest 'Harry Potter' apology so far

Tuesday 2 May 11:53:42 UTC 2017

Apologising for the Harry Potter characters she's killed off is one of J.K. Rowling's Twitter traditions. Every year, on the anniversary of the Battle of Hogwarts, she says she's sorry for one character's death. SEE ALSO: J.K. Rowling's advice to her 1997 self is extremely relatable Last year Remus Lupin received an apology. The year before that, it was Fred Weasley. … [Link]

Mashable » This firm is creating 10,000 jobs in the U.S. because of Trump

Tuesday 2 May 11:45:20 UTC 2017

Infosys, the software giant from India — which incidentally is the largest exporter of IT workforce to the U.S. — will be creating 10,000 jobs in America for Americans over the next two years.  This comes on the back of President Trump's crackdown on H-1B visas that is restricting tech companies to hire from abroad. Infosys will also be opening four … [Link]

Mashable » Someone threw a Pepsi can at police IRL during a protest

Tuesday 2 May 11:26:21 UTC 2017

What happens when real-life imitates an ad that was supposed to imitate life?  And what if the ad in question already imitated another ad that (sort of) imitated life? SEE ALSO: Here are the funniest reactions to Kendall Jenner's terrible 'woke' Pepsi ad If you're confused by now, don't worry, we have an explanation.  Remember that controversial, tone-deaf Pepsi ad, in … [Link]

Mashable » Seriously, no one is using Facebook Stories

Tuesday 2 May 11:15:00 UTC 2017

Facebook is the world's most successful social network — but it shows you an abject failure every time you open its app. One month in, no one's using "Stories," the Snapchat clone that sits on top of your News Feed on the mobile app. Facebook wants this to be the place where you "show friends what you're up to," but it's … [Link]

Mashable » This is why the greatest Hollywood sci-fi universes look eerily similar

Tuesday 2 May 11:14:44 UTC 2017

If you've ever wondered why the arid planet where Star Trek's Captain Kirk pushes a boulder onto the alien creature Gorn looks strangely like the place where the Power Rangers command centre is located, YouTuber Tom Scott has the answer. SEE ALSO: The forgotten Trump-like terror lurking in a sci-fi classic In the video above, Scott explains something called the … [Link]

Mashable » Watch a building get demolished with no warning, sending people running for cover

Tuesday 2 May 10:34:45 UTC 2017

People had to duck for cover when this 31-year-old building was demolished seemingly without warning. The Zhonglian building in Changzhou, a city in east China, was torn down on Apr. 25 to make way for an upcoming subway line. SEE ALSO: China is weighing dust on streets to determine if the cleaners did a good enough job According to reports by … [Link]

O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Arduino Playground – $11.97 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL

Tuesday 2 May 10:27:09 UTC 2017

Get "Arduino Playground" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2017-05-03 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]

Mashable » This weird optical illusion will make you look twice

Tuesday 2 May 10:26:28 UTC 2017

Everyone loves a good optical illusion — particularly the ones that make you look like you've got superpowers. If you can count having one very, very long arm a superpower, that is. SEE ALSO: 16 optical illusions more fun than that damn dress On Monday, 18-year-old Eleanor Bailey from Leeds, UK, tweeted a photo of her sister. You don't have too … [Link]

Mashable » YouTube community calls out 'pranksters' DaddyOFive and police take action

Tuesday 2 May 10:20:56 UTC 2017

There is an important update on the disturbing case of DaddyOFive, and it involves the YouTube community that mobilised itself to get the story out there. The parents behind DaddyOFive, who came under fire for making what critics describe as gratuitously cruel prank videos on their children, have reportedly lost custody of two kids to their biological mother.  SEE ALSO: YouTuber … [Link]

Mashable » After NBA glory, demons haunt NYC basketball legend Kenny Anderson

Tuesday 2 May 10:00:00 UTC 2017

“I study downfalls," a young Kenny Anderson told Sports Illustrated more than 20 years ago. The implication was obvious: By analyzing where other stars went wrong, Anderson could avoid a similar fate.   This was 1994. Anderson was 23 years old and blossoming as an NBA star after a two-year All-American career at Georgia Tech.  SEE ALSO: Schea Cotton, the NBA … [Link]

Slashdot » Microsoft's Surface Laptop With Windows 10 S Leaks Ahead of New York Unveil

Tuesday 2 May 10:00:00 UTC 2017

MojoKid writes: Microsoft is holding an event in New York City tomorrow, the core theme of which is "Microsoft in Education." It's widely expected that the company will be unveiling a new Surface Laptop device running a Windows 10 Cloud version OS. As it turns out, images of a new Surface laptop leaked to the web tonight portray very much … [Link]

Mashable » KFC brought fried chicken by hovercraft to a woman in a flooded Filipino village

Tuesday 2 May 9:59:39 UTC 2017

Nanay Cora hasn't had a birthday celebration since she was eight. So for her 69th birthday, KFC decided to throw her a party, complete with some good old fashioned fried chicken. SEE ALSO: Heineken shows Pepsi the right way to make a politically charged ad There was, however, one problem. Cora lives in Artex, a village in the Philippines which … [Link]

Mashable » Kylie Jenner totally broke the Met Gala's no selfie rule but look at all the celebs

Tuesday 2 May 9:57:04 UTC 2017

Rules are there to be broken. And, break them is precisely what Kylie Jenner did at the 69th annual Met Gala when she flouted the event's strict ban on social media to take a bathroom selfie.  SEE ALSO: Rihanna won the Met Gala again. Goodnight, everyone. Jenner nonchalantly posted a star-studded mirror selfie from the bathroom along with a whole host … [Link]

Mashable » Movie poster sparks controversy by comparing military service with childbirth pain

Tuesday 2 May 9:44:37 UTC 2017

An Instagram post by the Singapore government has sparked outrage, after asking netizens if the process of childbirth was worse than going through military service. SEE ALSO: U.S. Military Seeks Sixth Sense Training Gov.sg, the Singapore government's official website, raised eyebrows after it promoted an upcoming movie on military service with the caption: "Women go through labour, but men go through … [Link]

Mashable » Indian brides are being urged to beat up their husbands if faced with domestic abuse

Tuesday 2 May 9:33:57 UTC 2017

India has traditionally grappled with the problem of domestic abuse that women face at the hands of their menfolk. Despite most cases going unreported, over 113,400 such incidents were recorded in 2015.  Now, in order to curb domestic abuse, a politician in the state of Madhya Pradesh has come up with a bizarre solution, that urges newly wed women to beat … [Link]

Mashable » Hero rescues cat from river in dramatic CCTV footage

Tuesday 2 May 9:33:06 UTC 2017

There’s a reason people say cats have nine lives. On Monday afternoon, London's Royal Docks tweeted some tense CCTV footage of Felix, the Royal Docks Management Authority's office cat.  Felix had been in a scrap with a rival cat on the banks of the river Thames and lost his footing. Luckily his tumble into the river was spotted by a nearby … [Link]

Mashable » China is creating its own Wikipedia, but it's not open to the public for editing

Tuesday 2 May 9:29:03 UTC 2017

China is planning an ambitious online resource to rival Wikipedia. The inaugural digital version of the Chinese Encyclopaedia will, in effect, be the country's first online book of "everything." But free speech activists say that the new digital compendium is bound to distort or omit certain topics for political purposes. SEE ALSO: Why did Turkey just block Wikipedia? The digital project … [Link]

Mashable » J.K. Rowling annihilates Trump supporter in 1 brutal tweet

Tuesday 2 May 8:45:18 UTC 2017

If you decide to take on J.K. Rowling on Twitter you're already on dangerous ground. If you then make a glaring error in your tweet, it's basically game over. SEE ALSO: J.K. Rowling perfectly explains why the Trumps wouldn't be in Slytherin On Sunday the Harry Potter author shared a quote from comedian Hasan Minhaj, who had recently referred to Trump … [Link]

Mashable » Surgeon transplants a second head onto a rat, wants to work on humans next

Tuesday 2 May 8:39:12 UTC 2017

Scientists have transplanted the head of a rat onto the back of another, ahead of a controversial plan to carry out the world's first human head transplant later this year.  In the experiment, scientists transplanted the head of the smaller rat onto the back of the larger rat, creating a two-headed animal. SEE ALSO: First human head transplant could be possible … [Link]

Mashable » India is too excited about its first high-tech train

Tuesday 2 May 7:49:29 UTC 2017

India’s first high-tech train is here. The country that boasts of Asia's largest rail network and possibly the world's highest passenger traffic, will soon roll out a premier train service between Mumbai and Goa — popular destinations on the west coast. SEE ALSO: India is getting an undersea bullet train The swanky Tejas Express will be equipped with Wi-Fi, LCD TVs, … [Link]

Mashable » Google Maps, Amazon, and eBay quietly stopped supporting Apple Watch

Tuesday 2 May 7:33:35 UTC 2017

Need more proof that smartwatches are doomed? Several internet giants, including Google, Amazon, and eBay, quietly dropped support for Apple Watch in some of their apps in recent weeks.  But there was no big riot on social media, and we're only learning this now because it appears a few people actually use (or miss) these apps.  SEE ALSO: Don't cry for … [Link]

Mashable » Jimmy Kimmel tearfully recalls his newborn son's recent heart surgery

Tuesday 2 May 7:01:26 UTC 2017

Monday's Jimmy Kimmel Live opening monologue was a far more sombre experience than usual — for a serious reason. Kimmel dedicated a 15 minute bit to a story about his newborn son, William (or Billy), who had a heart issue detected by a nurse hours after he was born 10 days ago. "It's a terrifying thing," Kimmel, told the audience … [Link]

Slashdot » UK's Newest Tokamak Fusion Reactor Has Created Its First Plasma

Tuesday 2 May 7:00:00 UTC 2017

After being switched on for the first time last Friday, the UK's newest fusion reactor has successfully generated a molten mass of electrically-charged gas, or plasma, inside its core. Futurism reports: Called the ST40, the reactor was constructed by Tokamak Energy, one of the leading private fusion energy companies in the world. The company was founded in 2009 with the … [Link]

Mashable » Spare a thought for the guy detained in U.S. for allegedly overstaying by 90 minutes

Tuesday 2 May 6:06:19 UTC 2017

An Australian guy has reportedly been detained in the US, after delays at the Canadian border meant he over-stayed his U.S. visa by 90 minutes. Baxter Reid from Canberra has been living in the U.S. alongside his American girlfriend Heather Kancso. He was on a five-year visa, which stipulated he had to leave the country every six months.  For that reason, … [Link]

Mashable » 'Superstars of STEM' want to engage more women in science and here's how

Tuesday 2 May 5:10:11 UTC 2017

Superstars of STEM is a new program by Science and Technology Australia that aims to smash the stereotypical portrait of people in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).The plan is to identify 30 superstar women currently in STEM, and work with them to create role models for young women and girls, and thus move towards equal representation in the media of … [Link]

Mashable » Gaze with jealousy upon the comfy sleep pods used by long-haul flight crews

Tuesday 2 May 4:24:22 UTC 2017

Long-haul flights can be a pain at best, creating all sorts of weird sweating and mysterious aches for us mere mortals in economy. Except the flight attendants of course, who somehow manage to look preened and polished hours into a flight. And there's a reason for that. SEE ALSO: An all-electric flying car just made its first flight and it's as … [Link]

Slashdot » Security Researcher and Alleged Spam Operator To Square Off In Court In Ugly Lawsuit

Tuesday 2 May 3:30:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader writes: River City Media, the company accused of running a huge spam operation, has filed a lawsuit against the security researcher and the journalist who exposed their activities. In a ludicrous lawsuit complaint, the company claims the security researcher didn't just stumble upon its unprotected Rsync server, but "perpetrated a coordinated, months-long cyberattack," during which it skirted … [Link]

Mashable » First 'Zelda: Breath of the Wild' add-on is huge, brings back Tingle

Tuesday 2 May 1:59:08 UTC 2017

Nintendo promised two downloadable content packs for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild post-release. Now we know what the first of them will bring. We also know when it's coming, roughly: this summer. SEE ALSO: About half of all Nintendo Switch owners bought 'Mario Kart 8 Deluxe' The DLC is called The Master Trials, and it's massive. The centerpiece … [Link]

Mashable » Rapper wakes up his girlfriend on her birthday in the best way possible

Tuesday 2 May 1:50:57 UTC 2017

Rapper Logic wanted to do something extra special for his girlfriend Jessica on her 25th birthday, so he decided to wake her up in style.  Logic hired a small orchestra, complete with a flautist, to play a song very special to the couple: the theme song from Curb Your Enthusiasm. It's their favorite TV show.  Judging by her reaction, Jessica … [Link]

Mashable » Alexa's whispers are the nightmare fuel narrating our crumbling dystopian dreamscape

Tuesday 2 May 1:46:16 UTC 2017

The sound of humanity's impending irrelevance is all the more terrifying when it's delivered sotto voce.  This much is clear following Amazon's release of several new voice features for its Alexa assistant. Pitched as a way for developers to create a "more natural voice experience," the update from the Seattle-based retail giant has made it possible to alter Alexa's intonation in … [Link]

Mashable » 'Orgasms of the Galaxy' are the new punny sex toys, inspired by a certain film

Tuesday 2 May 1:45:20 UTC 2017

Guardians of the Galaxy 2 sounds exciting, sure, but these cosmic sex toys are promising to take you from excited to downright titillated. Dubbed "Orgasms of the Galaxy," the products a collection of dildos, penetrables and vibrators influenced by the Marvel films.  You might remember Australian brand, Geeky Sex Toys, because they brought you "Pokémoan" dildos last year. But they've really … [Link]

Mashable » We now know what Janet Jackson's mystery countdown clock was all about

Tuesday 2 May 1:36:53 UTC 2017

Janet’s back, and there's nothing nasty about it. Janet Jackson's official website carried a curious count-down clock that had fans wondering what news its expiration would bring Monday morning — especially since her long-awaited "Unbreakable" tour was postponed last year.  But by afternoon, the clock had disappeared — then re-set to four-plus hours … only adding to the mystery. When it … [Link]

Mashable » A freak show blames Snapchat for its death

Tuesday 2 May 1:28:57 UTC 2017

The freaks are feeling pushed out of their home in Venice Beach, California, and blame Snapchat for the latest causality: a boardwalk freak show. The long-running Venice Beach Freakshow — once the subject of the AMC reality show Freakshow — bid farewell to its beachfront location in Los Angeles this weekend. The final outlandish performances Sunday were chock full of Snapchattable … [Link]

Mashable » ESPN's big bloodbath appears not quite over yet

Tuesday 2 May 1:26:54 UTC 2017

Almost a week after the main bloodbath, we're still learning about ESPN personalities laid off by the sports broadcasting titan as it restructures.  And by the sound of things, still more names could be yet to come. SEE ALSO: ESPN killed something else with its layoffs, its best hope to reach millennials: TrueHoop podcasts Last Wednesday, ESPN announced the elimination of … [Link]

Mashable » Rihanna won the Met Gala again. Goodnight, everyone.

Tuesday 2 May 1:15:57 UTC 2017

Rihanna walked the Met Gala red carpet again, and you may feel suddenly compelled to run to your grandmother's home, rip her wallpaper off, and cut hundreds of circles out of it. Please do not do this. This look mostly just works on RiRi.  The undisputed queen of the gala (c'mon, Anna Wintour, you know it) reigns yet again.  SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » Watch Doug the Pug go full 'Moana' and be inspired by his chill vibes

Tuesday 2 May 1:15:56 UTC 2017

There's a reason Doug the Pug is a celebrity dog, and yes, it probably has a lot to do with his ability to wear outfits without a fuss.  But it also has to do with his adorable pug face and flat out ~chill~ demeanour. So who better to don a hibiscus and make like the beautiful and brave heroine of … [Link]

Slashdot » Computer Scientists Have Created the Most Accurate Digital Model of a Human Face

Tuesday 2 May 1:05:00 UTC 2017

sciencehabit quotes a report from Science Magazine: If you've used the smartphone application Snapchat, you may have turned a photo of yourself into a disco bear or melded your face with someone else's. Now, a group of researchers has created the most advanced technique yet for building 3D facial models on the computer. The system could improve personalized avatars in … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Listening to your heartbeat helps you read other people’s minds

Tuesday 2 May 1:01:00 UTC 2017

People who are more aware of their heartbeats are better at perceiving the emotions of others, suggesting training might help some autism symptoms [Link]

Mashable » The stunning Liverpool goal that left the internet absolutely dumfounded

Tuesday 2 May 0:49:21 UTC 2017

It’s not every day you see a soccer goal reach the very top spot of Reddit's very front page. But this, folks, is not your everyday soccer goal.  No, this is the acrobatic Emre Can wonder-strike that left the internet in tears.  SEE ALSO: Meet the self-taught brothers behind the hit web cartoon 'Game of Zones' Can, if you're not familiar … [Link]

Slashdot » Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Sets Record As Fastest-Selling Game In the Franchise

Tuesday 2 May 0:35:00 UTC 2017

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the fastest-selling Mario Kart title ever, selling nearly half a million copies stateside when it went on sale last Friday. Polygon reports: Nintendo announced that the game beat out Mario Kart Wii as the series' fastest seller, with a little more than 459,000 copies sold in the U.S. on launch day alone. (The Switch has … [Link]

Mashable » Twitter asks advertisers to help it live forever during first-ever NewFront

Tuesday 2 May 0:30:00 UTC 2017

Sit down. Be humble.  Rapper Kendrick Lamar's latest hit "Humble" blasted in the background. A giant screen wrapping around a circular room showed an iPhone that displayed tweets. This was the beginning of Twitter's first-ever NewFront, a presentation dedicated to wooing advertisers. The affair was anything but humble. Earlier in the day, reporters were told there would be 12 announcements for … [Link]

Mashable » Jaden Smith accessorized for the Met Gala with the dreads he chopped off

Tuesday 2 May 0:27:29 UTC 2017

Boy wonder Jaden Smith recently got a haircut. But fortunately, since one strand of his hair contains the infinite wisdom of galaxies not yet discovered by mankind, he held onto the dreads chopped off by his very embarrassing dad.  Now, his dreads have made their red carpet debut as an independent entity at the Met Gala.  SEE ALSO: All the wild … [Link]

Slashdot » Intel Patches Remote Execution Hole That's Been Hidden In Its Chips Since 2008

Tuesday 2 May 0:05:00 UTC 2017

Chris Williams reports via The Register: Intel processor chipsets have, for roughly the past nine years, harbored a security flaw that can be exploited to remotely control and infect vulnerable systems with virtually undetectable spyware and other malicious code. Specifically, the bug is in Intel's Active Management Technology (AMT), Standard Manageability (ISM) and Small Business Technology (SBT) firmware versions 6 … [Link]

Mashable » Katy Perry's Met Gala look has a mysterious message

Tuesday 2 May 0:02:52 UTC 2017

All eyes are on Katy Perry right now after she walked the red carpet (as red drapery) for the 2017 Met Gala. So it was a good time to, perhaps, finally reveal her new album title.  Look closely, and eventually, you can see the word "witness" on her Mason Margiela veil. It's the perfect title for the era of "woke" pop … [Link]

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