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 » Tesla is about to make it way easier to fix your fancy cars

Wednesday 3 May 23:51:36 UTC 2017

Tesla owners who’ve spent tons of money and time on repairs, rejoice.  The most valuable automaker in the U.S. said it plans to open a line of company-owned body shops for Tesla owners in need of out-of-warranty repairs in its Q1 2017 quarterly earnings letter. The new service comes as part of an infrastructure effort to expand "the density and geographic … [Link]

Mashable » Jeff Bezos is not a robot — I saw it with my own two eyes

Wednesday 3 May 23:45:37 UTC 2017

Jeff Bezos is well on his way to being the richest man alive. The founder of Amazon now reigns over an aerospace company called Blue Origin and he purchased The Washington Post. His empire is mighty.  SEE ALSO: Forget about Mars for a minute: Let's talk about these rad moon missions When Bezos tested a giant mechanical robot suit earlier this … [Link]

Mashable » Model's nude Instagram at a sacred site did not get a 'like' from the local people

Wednesday 3 May 23:29:28 UTC 2017

Playboy playmate Jaylene Cook has p*ssed off a lot of people.  The model from New Zealand (or Aotearoa) uploaded an Instagram post that was not very sensitive to the Maōri people of her home country. And the internet noticed. SEE ALSO: Katy Perry's picture of Hindu goddess on Instagram offends Indians The model summited Mount Taranaki — a 8,000-foot tall peak … [Link]

Slashdot » Court Rules In 'Sextortion' Case That Phone PINs Are Not Protected By Fifth Amendment

Wednesday 3 May 23:20:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from CNN: Can authorities access potentially incriminating information on your phone by compelling you to reveal your passcode? Or is access to your phone's secrets protected under the Constitution? The answer, at least in an extortion case involving bikini-clad models, social media celebrities and racy images, is that phone passcodes are not protected, a … [Link]

Mashable » WhatsApp's Snapchat Stories clone now has more users than Snapchat

Wednesday 3 May 23:19:12 UTC 2017

WhatsApp Status, its version of Snapchat's Stories feature, now has 175 million daily users. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the news Wednesday in an earnings call, in which he also mentioned WhatsApp now has 1.2 billion monthly users. SEE ALSO: Seriously, no one is using Facebook Stories WhatsApp is one of Facebook's many attempts to clone the Stories format originally made … [Link]

Mashable » We made a 'Fargo' board game so you too can live a life of midwestern crime

Wednesday 3 May 23:00:00 UTC 2017

Fargo, FX's anthology series loosely based on the Coen brother's film of the same name, is anything but predictable. Filled with naïve cops, weird large brothers, anxious business owners, and professional killers, the show takes viewers on a wild, murder-y ride every season. And now, we made a board game for those dark days when the show isn't airing. SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » Stephen Colbert to reunite the 'Best f*ckin news team ever' on 'The Late Show'

Wednesday 3 May 22:42:36 UTC 2017

It's no coincidence that some of the best voices in late-night television are alumni of Jon Stewart's Daily Show. How great would it be to get the band back together?  No better time than the present: John Oliver, Samantha Bee, Stewart himself and more will appear on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert for the best f*cking news team reunion … [Link]

Mashable » So someone noticed Donald Trump's chin looks like a … frog

Wednesday 3 May 22:42:03 UTC 2017

During your next game of word association with Donald Trump, tiny hands, orange skin and pursed lips might not be the first things that come to mind.  Artist Mike Mitchell noticed something entirely different and unique about Trump: his chin, or more specifically, how his chin resembles a frog. Once you've witnessed the brilliance, chances are you'll never look at a … [Link]

Slashdot » IT Contractors In Australia Are Not Being Paid Due To Dispute With Payroll Service

Wednesday 3 May 22:40:00 UTC 2017

New submitter evolutionary writes: Plutus Payroll, an Australian payroll company, is refusing to pay contractors due to a dispute with companies using their services. Around 1,000 IT workers are unable to receive payment for services rendered. One may ask, "Where are the companies who actually hired the IT workers?" The Register reports: "This story starts with Australia's employment laws, which … [Link]

Mashable » WhatsApp is down and the internet is freaking out

Wednesday 3 May 22:39:51 UTC 2017

This is not a drill.  WhatsApp, the Facebook-owned app that 1.2 billion people count on to communicate, is down. Like, in many places it's totally not working. And the internet is not pleased.  SEE ALSO: The cast of 'Harry Potter' have a WhatsApp group and it sounds simply magical According to Down Detector, service problems started around 1 p.m. PT on … [Link]

Mashable » 5 iconic phones we really want to make a comeback

Wednesday 3 May 22:34:22 UTC 2017

What’s old is definitely new again. The most hyped phone (no, not the iPhone 8) of the year, the new Nokia 3310 feature phone, is finally almost here (possibly launching in June, according to one UK listing). It got us thinking: What other phones should be revived and re-released? SEE ALSO: The next big trend in phones? Nostalgia. Today's phones are, … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook is so, so close to 2 billion users

Wednesday 3 May 22:33:29 UTC 2017

Early on Wednesday, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg penned a post on his decision to enlist 3,000 more people to monitor violent and other inappropriate videos on his social network.  SEE ALSO: Facebook just reinvented Clippy Later in the day, he announced the network now boasts 1.94 billion people (so close to the coveted 2 billion and still approaching the 3.6 billion … [Link]

Mashable » Baseball fan honors dead friend by flushing his ashes at Major League ballparks

Wednesday 3 May 22:24:36 UTC 2017

As far as stories go, this one's a real pisser.  A New York Mets fan is honoring a dead friend in most unusual fashion — by flushing his ashes down toilets in Major League Baseball parks across America. So far, he's hit 16 ballparks. SEE ALSO: After NBA glory, demons haunt NYC basketball legend Kenny Anderson The late fan's name is … [Link]

Mashable » Here's what the new 'Crash Bandicoot' looks like next to the original

Wednesday 3 May 22:22:25 UTC 2017

Along with the first extended look at the upcoming remastered version of Crash Bandicoot above, the team behind the series revival shared a new side-by-side comparison between the new N. Sane Trilogy game and the original. The new game looks infinitely better than the 1996 PlayStation original. But as with any sort of remaster or reimagining, there are some fans … [Link]

Mashable » The sandwich alignment chart that's tearing the internet apart

Wednesday 3 May 22:00:55 UTC 2017

Sandwiches are serious business, people. While everyone is entitled to their own opinion when it comes to creating sandwiches, the community has been rich with controversy and disagreement for ages. Hardcore traditionalists and extremists just can't seem to agree what makes a sandwich a sandwich. SEE ALSO: Someone created a dumpling burger hybrid and we, as a species, must be stopped … [Link]

Slashdot » China Makes Quantum Leap In Developing Quantum Computer

Wednesday 3 May 22:00:00 UTC 2017

hackingbear writes: Researchers at the University of Science and Technology of China created a quantum device, called a boson sampling machine, that can now carry out calculations for five photons, but at a speed 24,000 times faster than previous experiments. Pan Jianwei, the lead scientist on the project, said that though their device was already (only) 10 to 11 times … [Link]

Mashable » 'I Am Heath Ledger' clip follows the actor to his favorite place: Burning Man

Wednesday 3 May 21:57:15 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ Ledger takes a vacation shortly after "10 Things I Hate About You."","image":~ Am Heath Ledger' clip follows the actor to his favorite place: Burning Man","sources":[{&qu~ am heath ledger,heath ledger,movies","sec0&quot~ am heath ledger,heath ledger,movies","videoSeri~ More about Movies, Heath Ledger, I Am Heath Ledger, Entertainment, and Film [Link]

Mashable » Sorry, but Apple probably won't announce the iPhone 8 next month

Wednesday 3 May 21:49:03 UTC 2017

The rumors and speculation swirling around the iPhone 8 have officially jumped the shark into the unfounded and absurd. A research note penned by a JP Morgan analyst suggests there's a "high likelihood" that the upcoming iPhone 8 will be announced at Apple's 2017 World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June, with a release in the fall.  This bucks every other … [Link]

Slashdot » WhatsApp Users Are Reporting Outages Worldwide

Wednesday 3 May 21:40:00 UTC 2017

sombragris writes: WhatsApp, a proprietary instant messaging platform owned by Facebook and used by millions of users, is currently down according to user reports from various parts of the world. There's no official word yet on the cause but I'm among the many affected by the outages. UPDATE 5/3/17: "Earlier today, WhatsApp users in all parts of the world were … [Link]

Mashable » Kim Kardashian is calling on beauty bloggers to compete in her new TV show

Wednesday 3 May 21:36:07 UTC 2017

If you've mastered the art of strobing, Kim Kardashian West might want to share the spotlight with you. The star of Keeping Up With the Kardashians, Kourtney & Kim Take New York, and Kourtney & Kim Take Miami has yet another television show in the worksGlam Masters on Lifetime will pit four beauty bloggers against each other each week to see … [Link]

Mashable » Dolphins prove they're the coolest animals alive by hydroplaning on the shore

Wednesday 3 May 21:32:02 UTC 2017

Just when you thought dolphins couldn't get any smarter or cooler, they show up every other animal in the kingdom and hydroplane like the speed demons they are. In this video uploaded to Youtube by BBC Earth, dolphins in Western Australia hunt for fish by zooming along the shoreline in the most majestic, speedy fashion.  According to the video, dolphins … [Link]

Popular Science » A massive phishing scheme disguised as Google Docs just hijacked Gmail

Wednesday 3 May 21:30:04 UTC 2017

Technology Don't click on that Google Doc unless you know what it is. The app will email a similar phishing email to everyone you have ever emailed. [Link]

Mashable » Early May weather pattern will be especially extreme in Northern Hemisphere

Wednesday 3 May 21:21:39 UTC 2017

During the course of the next 10 days or more, the weather pattern across the Northern Hemisphere will feature an undulating, wavy jet stream that will be stuck in place, with storms backed up like cars on an interstate highway at rush hour.  Large dips in the jet stream, which is the narrow current of fast-flowing air at high altitudes that … [Link]

Slashdot » Hulu Launches Its Live TV Streaming Service

Wednesday 3 May 21:20:00 UTC 2017

Hulu has officially unveiled its $40-a-month live-television streaming service to help it better compete against larger rivals like Netflix. Fortune reports: On Wednesday morning, Hulu announced the launch of the public beta version of Hulu with Live TV, which starts at $39.99 and allows users to stream live and on-demand programming from more than 50 TV channels running the gamut … [Link]

Mashable » Wow! Facebook comments now have Reactions, too

Wednesday 3 May 21:17:12 UTC 2017

Love them or hate them, Facebook's Reactions aren't going away. The social network is expanding its like button yet again. This time, it's comments that are getting the new emoji-filled treatment.  SEE ALSO: You might want to rethink what you're 'liking' on Facebook now Facebook is finally expanding its Reactions to comments, so users can add "love," "haha," "wow," "sad," and … [Link]

Mashable » Shatner going where he's never gone before: Zero gravity

Wednesday 3 May 21:15:55 UTC 2017

Hard to believe, but William Shatner has never been to space or in zero gravity. That's right, the man who played Star Trek's Captain Kirk for 28 years and has been a NASA booster for decades has kept his feet firmly planted on the ground. SEE ALSO: That time William Shatner played a sleazy sea captain in 'Kung Fu' All that … [Link]

Mashable » Teens are increasingly struggling with their emotions — and talking about it online

Wednesday 3 May 21:07:03 UTC 2017

Teens and young adults often put a stark spotlight on their struggles by writing candidly about them on social media. SEE ALSO: Sheryl Sandberg bears her heart and soul in 'Option B' Though plenty of critics respond to this behavior with a dramatic eye roll and accusations of narcissism, there's something much more complex happening beyond a dashed-off post about feeling … [Link]

Mashable » This wearable subwoofer lets you feel the bass in your body

Wednesday 3 May 20:50:00 UTC 2017

Bass addicts are going to love this wearable. It combines sound and feeling to experience music like never before. Read more…More about Music Wearable, Tech, Music And Tech, Music, and Bass [Link]

Mashable » Dare you look at the travesty that is this watermelon recipe video?

Wednesday 3 May 20:48:56 UTC 2017

Hey! Glad to see you here. Wish it was under better circumstances — unfortunately, your day is about to get much worse. Here's the deal. Food Network is collaborating with McCormick on a video series promoting Man Crafted, a show that apparently highlights "dynamic men across the country who are making their mark on the food world." (Whatever.) One of these … [Link]

Mashable » There aren't enough statues of women—so this app creates them in augmented reality

Wednesday 3 May 20:45:30 UTC 2017

In the U.S., less than 8 percent of public statues represent women, meaning you're way more likely to see bronze dudes while strolling through public squares and parks. SEE ALSO: This British teen standing up for gender equality is our feminist hero A new app wants to change that. Launched last month with Current Studios, marketing firm Y&R's The Whole Story … [Link]

Slashdot » Gmail, Google Docs Users Hit By Massive Email Phishing Scam

Wednesday 3 May 20:40:00 UTC 2017

New submitter reyahtbor warns of a "massive" phishing attack sweeping the web: Multiple media sources are now reporting on a massive Gmail/Google Docs phishing attack. The Independent is among the top publications reporting about it: "Huge numbers of people may have been compromised by the phishing scam that allows hackers to take over people's email accounts. It's not clear who … [Link]

Mashable » Google Doc phishing scam spreads like wildfire — here's how to spot it

Wednesday 3 May 20:37:12 UTC 2017

A sophisticated phishing attack is racing across the internet, and may already have hit your inbox.  The definitely not-legit email disguises itself as an official message from Google alerting you that someone wants to share a Google Doc with you. Notifications of this sort are common and often wouldn't raise an eyebrow.  However, clicking through this particular link and taking the … [Link]

Mashable » FBI director is 'nauseous to think' his letter swayed the election, but he had to

Wednesday 3 May 20:28:11 UTC 2017

FBI Director James Comey told the Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday that thinking about his potential impact on the 2016 presidential election makes him "mildly nauseous," but that doesn't mean he won't defend his actions leading up to the decisive day.  Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton had a seemingly decisive edge over President Donald Trump on Oct. 27, less than two … [Link]

Mashable » The world's smallest 4G phone has longer battery life than the iPhone 7

Wednesday 3 May 20:08:50 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ also only $70.","image":"~ world's smallest 4G phone has longer battery life than the iPhone 7","sources":[{&quot~ More about 4g, Jelly, Android, Kickstarter, and Smartphone [Link]

Mashable » Michael Jackson's daughter just landed her first movie role

Wednesday 3 May 20:07:50 UTC 2017

Paris Jackson, Michael Jackson's 19-year-old daughter, is making her way to the big screen after landing her first role in a feature film. The budding star is set to debut in an upcoming project for Amazon Studios, directed by Nash Edgerton, Deadline reported. SEE ALSO: Amazon is giving an entire town free Prime membership because marketing is out of control Though … [Link]

Popular Science » Net neutrality is under threat (again). Here's why you should care

Wednesday 3 May 20:06:21 UTC 2017

Technology The internet was built to work as a level playing field. Net neutrality is a crucial piece in keeping the internet working as it was intended, but it's currently under attack. [Link]

Mashable » How to fix Netflix's annoying autoplay feature

Wednesday 3 May 20:01:42 UTC 2017

Nothing sets off a good binge watching sesh like Netflix's autoplay feature. Still, sometimes the feature, which automatically begins the next episode as the previous one is wrapping up, is more of a nuisance than a help.  Whether you think it's annoying or you're just trying to kick your binge watching habit, there's an easy way to disable the feature.  SEE … [Link]

Mashable » 9 things we learned about 'The Defenders' from that bonkers trailer

Wednesday 3 May 19:57:12 UTC 2017

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Mashable » Powerful gene-editing tool can eliminate HIV infection in mice

Wednesday 3 May 19:45:13 UTC 2017

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New Scientist – News » Electrode can tell you if a baby is really experiencing pain

Wednesday 3 May 19:30:00 UTC 2017

Grimaces and squints can mean a baby is in pain, but can also be signs of hunger. Now a single electrode device can tell what a baby’s really feeling [Link]

Mashable » Cute little kid gets super excited when he sees a firetruck outside

Wednesday 3 May 19:26:57 UTC 2017

When you're a toddler, every little thing you encounter can be the most amazing thing that has ever happened to you. Even something as simple as spotting a firetruck on the street.  This astonished little dude was looking out of the window in his bedroom when a firetruck rolled up, and let me tell you, "It's so exciting!!!" "It's a … [Link]

Slashdot » Waymo: Uber Plotted With Former Exec Before He Left Google

Wednesday 3 May 19:26:00 UTC 2017

Ina Fried, writing for Axios: Lawyers for Google's former self-driving car unit showed internal Uber emails Wednesday that it says bolster its case that former executive Anthony Levandowski was conspiring to steal trade secrets before he left Waymo. The parties are in court Wednesday trying to convince a federal judge to halt Uber's work on self-driving cars. In arguing for … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Java Leads the Way As Most Popular Language in ProgrammableWeb Directories

Wednesday 3 May 19:20:02 UTC 2017

Editor's note: Be sure to check out our research on the overall growth of Web APIs since 2005. At the time of writing, this is the most recent data we have, but check the research page to see if we have a more updated article. We will be continually updating the overall growth chart with other charts getting updated on … [Link]

Mashable » A huge wave of gas in a far-off galaxy cluster has a surprising origin

Wednesday 3 May 19:09:55 UTC 2017

NASA scientists may have just solved the galactic mystery of how a huge wave of gas formed in a cluster of galaxies more than 200,000 light-years away. The answer has to do with a cosmic near collision that occurred billions of years ago. SEE ALSO: Enjoy this beautiful photo of a starburst galaxy, courtesy of Hubble Scientists working with NASA's Chandra … [Link]

Popular Science » Artificial snow might save a glacier in the Swiss Alps

Wednesday 3 May 19:02:49 UTC 2017

Environment But it can't save us from climate change Researchers are trying to stop a famous glacier from melting. Their plan: cover it in fake snow. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » This quirky new t-shirt company is run by homeless and LGBTQ youth

Wednesday 3 May 18:54:43 UTC 2017

A new streetwear brand is focused on making apparel with a purpose, helping at-risk youth not only rise, but take flight. The company, called dfrntpigeon, is giving marginalized youth in Portland, Oregon, the chance to design t-shirts that reflect their lives and experiences. The brand's first line of shirts is called the Identity Collection, featuring designs by six young people who … [Link]

Mashable » The failing New York Times added a record number of subscribers this quarter. Sad!

Wednesday 3 May 18:51:47 UTC 2017

Though President Donald Trump loves to publicly bash the "failing" New York Times, the publication is attracting a YUGE number of subscribers. On Tuesday, The New York Times Company announced its first-quarter results for 2017, revealing an impressive number of digital news subscriptions for the start of the year — it added a whopping 308,000. SEE ALSO: Trump's 'Access Hollywood' tape … [Link]

Mashable » Even Hillary Clinton is creeped out by 'The Handmaid's Tale'

Wednesday 3 May 18:51:43 UTC 2017

The timing of Hulu's dystopian show The Handmaid's Tale has been eerily relevant in today's world, so much so that even Hillary Clinton is creeped out. SEE ALSO: Cry of the week: Offred loses her family on 'The Handmaid's Tale' Clinton referenced the terrifying world of the Handmaids, which Hulu adapted from a classic 1985 Margaret Atwood novel, while delivering a … [Link]

Mashable » These companies offer crazy-awesome perks and benefits

Wednesday 3 May 18:46:51 UTC 2017

When you go in for your first day of work, your main source of concern is usually yourself.  How do you look? What’s the work-life balance like? How does your salary compare to that of your peers? Are there poppy seeds in your teeth?     What most people don’t understand is that this is a two-way street. For companies that truly … [Link]

Popular Science » In photos: 100 years of Denali National Park

Wednesday 3 May 18:46:00 UTC 2017

Environment Archival shots of, on, and around North America's tallest peak. Denali National Park is celebrating its 100th birthday. Now more than ever our national parks deserve recognition for safeguarding America's natural beauty. [Link]

Slashdot » Facebook Hiring 3,000 To Monitor Videos After Murders, Violence Shown Live

Wednesday 3 May 18:40:00 UTC 2017

Facebook will add 3,000 more people to its community team to review videos on the social network, says CEO Mark Zuckerberg, after several surfaced in recent weeks including a father livestreaming the killing of his daughter. From a report: In a statement published to Facebook on Wednesday, Zuckerberg says it is "heartbreaking" to see videos streamed or posted to the … [Link]

New Scientist – News » US science budget gets some breathing room ahead of Trump cuts

Wednesday 3 May 18:30:00 UTC 2017

Congress’ new spending deal will keep funding for science mostly flat for the rest of 2017 despite extreme cuts proposed by Donald Trump earlier this year [Link]

New Scientist – News » Gravitational waves could show hints of extra dimensions

Wednesday 3 May 18:30:00 UTC 2017

Signatures of extra dimensions that don’t normally affect the four dimensions we can observe could show up in the way they warp ripples in space-time [Link]

New Scientist – News » Immune war with donor cells after transplant may wipe out HIV

Wednesday 3 May 18:30:00 UTC 2017

A potentially fatal battle between the immune cells of a blood marrow donor and a recipient seems to kill off any HIV as a side effect [Link]

New Scientist – News » Chatbot challenges will make AIs discuss the latest news

Wednesday 3 May 18:30:00 UTC 2017

Voice assistants and text chatbots have mastered simple tasks, but now contests will get them to engage in much more complicated conversations [Link]

New Scientist – News » Arctic oil and gas must remain off limits for good, Trump

Wednesday 3 May 18:29:00 UTC 2017

The US president's executive order seeking to overturn a ban on fossil fuel exploration in Arctic waters is unsafe and irresponsible, says Owen Gaffney [Link]

Popular Science » Ancient climate change drove the evolution of this adorable hand-standing skunk

Wednesday 3 May 18:27:04 UTC 2017

Animals Way back in the ice ages Yes, this skunk stinks, but it's also really cute. Read on. [Link]

New Scientist – News » First results from Jupiter probe show huge magnetism and storms

Wednesday 3 May 18:27:00 UTC 2017

Observations from the Juno spacecraft are confounding astronomers with revelations about the weather and magnetism of our solar system's biggest planet [Link]

Mashable » Stephen Colbert told a dumb joke. The campaign to get him fired is even dumber.

Wednesday 3 May 18:25:29 UTC 2017

On Monday, the normally sharp and polished Stephen Colbert decided to get dirty and tell a dick joke. Cue the hashtag campaign. It wasn't just any dick joke, either. Colbert accused President Trump of having a mouth only good for "Vladimir Putin's cock" — a joke many felt had homophobic overtones. Soon enough, conservatives and alt-right internet denizens began to call … [Link]

Popular Science » Your air conditioning habit makes summer smog worse

Wednesday 3 May 17:59:30 UTC 2017

Environment As temperatures rise, power plants pump out more emissions Cranking up the AC to beat the summer heat can put power plants on over drive and make smog worse. Read on. [Link]

New Scientist – News » Ancient humans: What we know and still don’t know about them

Wednesday 3 May 17:50:23 UTC 2017

Confused by the flood of news about ancient humans? Here’s the low-down on what new discoveries are revealing about the complicated story of our ancestors [Link]

Slashdot » Interns at Facebook, Google Out-Earn the Average American

Wednesday 3 May 17:20:00 UTC 2017

Alayna Treene, writing for Axios: Long gone are the days of unpaid internships, at least at these 25 companies who are paying interns more than what the average American earns. Tech and finance interns in particular — including at Google, Bloomberg, BlackRock, and Facebook — earn more per month than the average American, according to data released by Glassdoor Tuesday. … [Link]

Mashable » ‘World of Warcraft’ community’s Running of the Gnomes charity race is now Blizzard-official

Wednesday 3 May 17:09:27 UTC 2017

Each year, untold numbers of pink-haired gnomes gather for one day in World of Warcraft to make a heroic trek through snowy hills, murloc-filled forests, and perilous jungles all in the name of charity. This year, Blizzard is making it an official in-game event. The Running of the Gnomes — a community-run race that raises awareness and money for breast cancer … [Link]

Mashable » Holy crap, there's a backspace function on the iPhone calculator

Wednesday 3 May 17:03:11 UTC 2017

Friends, there are times when you stumble upon a tip so good that you must immediately share it with all in your vicinity.  That tip — courtesy of Twitter user @censoreddialogue — goes as follows: The iPhone calculator app has a backspace function. Rather than restarting a calculation after pressing a wrong number, swiping over an unwanted digit removes it. SEE … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Bionic hand that can see for itself makes things easy to grasp

Wednesday 3 May 17:00:00 UTC 2017

A new prosthetic hand with a built in camera can choose the best grip to use when picking up an object [Link]

Mashable » You have one year to catch up your HBO shows on Amazon Prime, tick-tock

Wednesday 3 May 16:59:55 UTC 2017

If you've been waiting out every buzzworthy HBO season to watch the shows on Amazon Prime, your time is at its end. Amazon Prime's deal with HBO ends in 2018, and HBO "has no plans" to continue the relationship. SEE ALSO: Google Maps, Amazon, and eBay quietly stopped supporting Apple Watch In 2014, Amazon Prime acquired exclusive streaming rights to certain … [Link]

Mashable » Microsoft's future phones might not even look like phones

Wednesday 3 May 16:53:51 UTC 2017

Microsoft is such a damn tease. Despite launching its last flagships, the Lumia 950 and 950 XL, in November 2015, Microsoft's not giving up on phones yet. In fact, Microsoft's future devices may not even look like phones as we know them today, according to the company's CEO. SEE ALSO: Microsoft's Surface Laptop is the hottest Windows notebook in ages Speaking … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Synthetic genes can make weird new proteins that actually work

Wednesday 3 May 16:53:00 UTC 2017

Throwing amino acids together has made a handful of proteins that help bacteria lacking certain enzymes survive, giving us a new route to useful molecules [Link]

Mashable » Little girl gets a new prosthetic leg and her friends react in the sweetest way

Wednesday 3 May 16:44:40 UTC 2017

Birmingham, England, is home to the adorable 7-year-old Anu, a cheerful kid whose favorite colors are violet and pink. Anu had her leg amputated soon after her birth, and has been walking on prosthetics her whole life. Recently, though, she was able to get a blade prosthetic, allowing her to run and participate in activities in ways that she couldn't before. … [Link]

Popular Science » Hulu's $40 Live TV service is basically basic cable for cord-cutters

Wednesday 3 May 16:41:51 UTC 2017

Technology The live streaming TV landscape has gotten a lot more complicated in the past year. Hulu's new Live TV service mixes streaming content with real-time television and DVR storage. [Link]

Slashdot » Microsoft's Nadella Says Company Will Make More Phones, But They Won't Look Like Today's Devices

Wednesday 3 May 16:40:00 UTC 2017

As he told the Make Me Smart podcast, Microsoft is looking for something far more transformative, like an entirely new category of smartphone that's so original and appealing that OEMs won't be able to resist tagging along. From a report: "At this point we're making sure that all of our software is available on iOS and Android and it's first … [Link]

Mashable » This tiny detail in 'The Dark Tower' trailer may mean the end of a popular fan theory

Wednesday 3 May 16:30:55 UTC 2017

Warning: This post contains spoilers for all The Dark Tower books (and possibly also spoilers for the film). Now that the trailer for The Dark Tower has dropped, we finally have a clearer idea of how the movie adaptation of Stephen King's epic, eight-book fantasy series is going to take shape. And that means one thing, and one thing only: it's … [Link]

Mashable » Man's gluten-free meal on his 9-hour flight leaves a lot to be desired

Wednesday 3 May 16:17:57 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ am getting hungry just thinking about it.","image":"h~ gluten-free meal on his 9-hour flight leaves a lot to be desired","sources":[~ More about Breakfast, Gluten, Airplanes, Airlines, and Banana [Link]

Mashable » Calm your angry, angry Twitter feed with this soothing emoji bot

Wednesday 3 May 16:13:58 UTC 2017

Twitter in 2017 [or the era of Donald Trump] can be a noisy and anxiety-inducing place. If our feeds aren't bursting with shouty all-caps Twitter rants about politics, they're brimming with news updates that set you on edge. But, one Twitter bot is sending out positive vibes into the ether in the form of "emoji meadows" — randomised assortments of nature … [Link]

Mashable » Use the farce, Luke: Mark Hamill is the prankster we need

Wednesday 3 May 16:07:54 UTC 2017

Lucasfilm's month-long charity sweepstakes, Force for Change, is drawing to a close. And the Star Wars family is going to great lengths to make sure you enter.  There's a theme emerging in these videos: surprising Star Wars fans with their idols in the flesh is one of the most heartwarming and hilarious things you can imagine. (We know, you can … [Link]

Mashable » 'The Division' has gotten worlds better since 2016, so try it for free this weekend

Wednesday 3 May 15:58:18 UTC 2017

Ubisoft’s endless quest to get more people interested in The Division takes an exciting turn this weekend, when the game goes completely free. Whether you're on a PlayStation 4, Xbox One, or Windows PC, you'll be able to download and install the game from May 4-7. Any progress you make will of course carry over should you decide to buy the … [Link]

Mashable » American Airlines is cutting legroom because flying hasn't become terrible enough

Wednesday 3 May 15:56:49 UTC 2017

Look, flying is still the quickest, safest way to travel long distances in 2017 but that doesn't mean there aren't more downsides. From increased baggage fees to less carry-on space to weird dress code guidelines, our perception of flying now includes way more hassles than the easy-going luxury we saw it as years ago.  SEE ALSO: Airlines suck because you let … [Link]

Mashable » 'Mario Kart 8 Deluxe' beat YouPorn in the race for traffic

Wednesday 3 May 15:55:34 UTC 2017

When a new Switch game comes out, you’ve gotta drop everything and play it — and apparently that even means dropping your porn habit. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe was released for the Switch on April 28th, and in the days following its appearance, YouPorn saw a significant drop in traffic among users they identified as gamers. But don’t worry — folks … [Link]

Mashable » Fyre Fest gets burned with another class action lawsuit because of course it did

Wednesday 3 May 15:47:28 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ festival wasn't so LIT. ","image":"http~ luxury Fyre Festival for rich kids turned into total mayhem","sources":[{~ & world,real time,real time video,fyre festival,fyre,music,music festival,chaos at fyre festival,mayhem,insanity at fyre,instagram models nightmare,real-time,real-time video,real-time-video,mashable-vide~ & world,real time,real time video,fyre festival,fyre,music,music festival,chaos at fyre festival,mayhem,insanity at fyre,instagram models nightmare,real-time,real-time video,real-time-video,mashable-vide~ More about Business, Ja Rule, Bella Hadid, Instagram, and Conversations [Link]

Mashable » Inky violence ensues when a post-coital cuttlefish fights another one over its mate

Wednesday 3 May 15:44:39 UTC 2017

Don’t come between a male cuttlefish and his mate because you will LOSE. In this utterly dramatic video uploaded to Youtube by Brown Digital Repository two male cuttlefish battle it out over a female cuttlefish who honestly looks like she just wants to be left alone after sex. First, the male and female cephalopods have great, weird ocean sex for four … [Link]

Mashable » Hulu joins the Marvel game with 'Runaways'

Wednesday 3 May 15:42:37 UTC 2017

It used to be that Netflix had Marvel and The CW had DC, but now comics are making their way to Hulu with the upcoming Runaways. SEE ALSO: You can finally cut the cord with Hulu's new $39.99 live TV service According to Hulu: From the looks of it, they've stayed pretty close to the source material: Our first look at … [Link]

Popular Science » Start coding for the voice-activated future

Wednesday 3 May 15:40:47 UTC 2017

Sponsored Post Learn how to build apps for Amazon Alexa for under $20. Learn how to build apps for Amazon Alexa for under $20. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » Brad Pitt feels caged by the name Brad

Wednesday 3 May 15:37:20 UTC 2017

The latest Brad Pitt profile is full of bombshells about his divorce, quitting drinking, and his matcha method. But don't let that distract you from a crucial revelation.  Pitt, who swears he's not going through a midlife crisis, doesn't want to be named Brad anymore. When GQ writer Michael Paterniti asks Pitt if he considers himself successful, the actor (though he … [Link]

Mashable » Steve Bannon's master plans leaked in a White House selfie

Wednesday 3 May 15:26:05 UTC 2017

In politics as in sports, it's probably best not to tell the other side what you plan to do.  White House Senior Advisor Steve Bannon keeps a somewhat infamous whiteboard of his master plans in his office. In an age of constant hacking, writing your plans on an erasable whiteboard doesn't seem so crazy, but all that goes to hell if … [Link]

Mashable » Cry us a river: Tim Cook blames iPhone rumors for iPhone sales problems

Wednesday 3 May 15:22:12 UTC 2017

You’re not buying iPhones because the media keeps reporting on future iPhones. That, in a nutshell is how Apple CEO Tim Cook characterized a pause in iPhone purchases during a Q2 earnings call Q&A on Tuesday. Blaming the media for doing its job and feeding this voracious interest in all things Apple may sound a little like whining, (it’s not my … [Link]

Slashdot » IBM Admits It Sent Malware-infected USB Sticks To Customers

Wednesday 3 May 15:20:00 UTC 2017

IBM accidentally shipped USB drives infected with malware to some customers, the company noted in a support advisory post. The drives contained an initialization tool for some of its Storwize systems, the post stated. From a report: IBM customers who received a USB flash drive with the part number 01AC585 should either destroy the drive so that it cannot be … [Link]

Mashable » Finnish brewery made 1,000-packs of beer and people are actually buying them

Wednesday 3 May 15:14:57 UTC 2017

Look at this 1,000 pack of beer, ye mighty, and despair: it's only available in Finland.  Created by the Finnish brewery Nokian Panimo, this behemoth of a party pack actually contains 1,080 cans of Keisari, made by combining five stacks of beer, each 12 beers wide by 18 beers long according to GrubStreet.  SEE ALSO: The world's smartest vending machine will … [Link]

Mashable » Michael Moore wants 'The Rock' to run for president because nothing matters anymore

Wednesday 3 May 15:01:51 UTC 2017

Say what you will about Donald Trump: he's an inspiration to Americans who want to run for public office with absolutely no qualifying experience. In an interview with Variety on Monday, activist and filmmaker Michael Moore suggested that Democrats should consider running a celebrity for office in 2020. At the top of Moore's list? Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. SEE ALSO: I … [Link]

Mashable » Horrific Washington state airplane crash captured by dash cam

Wednesday 3 May 14:58:46 UTC 2017

A single engine airplane essentially dropped from the sky along the Mukilteo Speedway in the state of Washington on Tuesday. Fortunately, the Seattle Times reports that there were no series injuries. The only severe damage was to nearby cars. However, that doesn't erase how horrific the crash looked as it happened to be captured by a dashboard camera on a … [Link]

Mashable » David Beckham's birthday dinner is a weird combo only his kids could come up with

Wednesday 3 May 14:50:21 UTC 2017

One of the perks of having a birthday is getting to have whatever you want for dinner. For David Beckham, this means either choosing the weirdest combination of foods to chow down on to celebrate his big day, or letting his children run rampant in the kitchen. SEE ALSO: Rapper wakes up his girlfriend on her birthday in the best way … [Link]

Mashable » 7 things that still hold up about the original 'Spider-Man' (and 3 things that don't)

Wednesday 3 May 14:44:55 UTC 2017

Happy birthday, Spider-Man. Wednesday marks the 15th anniversary of Sam Raimi and Tobey Maguire's original Spider-Man movie – the one that helped kickstart this entire wave of comic book movies we're currently in.  SEE ALSO: Well, the new 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' trailer looks just delightful To celebrate, I revisited that first Spider-Man for the first time in years, to see how it'd … [Link]

Slashdot » Google To Auto-Migrate Some Users To 64-bit Chrome

Wednesday 3 May 14:40:00 UTC 2017

Google says it will automatically upgrade the version of Chrome that some Windows users are running, in what it describes as a bet to improve stability, performance, and security. From a report on ZDNet: In a blog post on Tuesday, the search engine giant explained that Chrome users running 64-bit Windows with 4GB or more of memory will be automatically … [Link]

Mashable » 'Dota 2' tournament organizer issues apology after airing creepy video of women

Wednesday 3 May 14:38:46 UTC 2017

After the conclusion of the Dota 2 Kiev Major this past weekend, tournament organizer PGL aired a bizarre video called "Girls of Kiev" with no context. The video — a montage of random women attending the event — has since been removed from YouTube and PGL issued an apology early this morning. Public apology to the DOTA 2 community – https://t.co/4BKV4Wg6PP … [Link]

Popular Science » Listen to the surprisingly empty gap between Saturn and its rings

Wednesday 3 May 14:38:23 UTC 2017

Space Cassini made its second epic ring dive on Tuesday Cassini has made just 2 of 22 dives through Saturn's rings, but scientists are already gathering surprising data. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » After graphic Facebook Live videos, Mark Zuckerberg finally admits humans are necessary

Wednesday 3 May 14:35:24 UTC 2017

Not everything can be solved with artificial intelligence, at least not yet. Mark Zuckerberg has supposedly learned this the hard way. SEE ALSO: 40 people watched an alleged sexual assault video live on Facebook, no one did anything The CEO of Facebook has finally decided to dedicate more resources — human eyes — to moderating his Facebook Live video initiative. The … [Link]

Mashable » Nissan's solution for texting and driving: A signal blocker for your phone

Wednesday 3 May 14:10:40 UTC 2017

Texting while driving is bad. In fact, doing anything on your phone while driving — except perhaps answering the phone in handsfree mode — is dumb and dangerous. But sometimes, after you hear that familiar buzz, the temptation is just too strong. And there you suddenly are, replying to a totally irrelevant text message while putting your life, and lives of … [Link]

Mashable » Why you’re going to love driving Chevrolet’s electric car

Wednesday 3 May 14:10:31 UTC 2017

Paid Content By the 2017 All-Electric Chevrolet Bolt EVWith its innovative battery technology and long range per charge, The Chevrolet Bolt EV is as practical as it is groundbreaking. And with its affordable price, it truly is the first EV for everyoneRemember the first time you got behind the wheel of a car? You were probably 16 or so and it … [Link]

Popular Science » A high-speed blender for 75 percent off? I'd buy it.

Wednesday 3 May 14:07:00 UTC 2017

Gadgets It's $100. A high-speed blender for 75 percent off? I'd buy it. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » Watch Red Sox fans give Adam Jones a standing ovation a day after racist taunts

Wednesday 3 May 14:05:47 UTC 2017

On Tuesday night, one day after Red Sox fans shouted racist taunts and hurled peanuts at Baltimore Orioles outfielder Adam Jones, Sox fans gave Jones a standing ovation. It was something of a happy ending after a long, rough day of discussion and debate following Jones told reporters after the game that Boston fans taunted him with racial epithets during … [Link]

Slashdot » Surface Laptop Can Be Switched To Windows 10 Pro For Free Until 2018

Wednesday 3 May 14:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: Don't let the new Windows 10 S operating system stop you from buying a Surface Laptop this year. The streamlined OS limits you to using applications that are in Microsoft's Windows Store. But, as noted in the tech specs for Microsoft's new ultraportable, if you'd rather run non-Store apps, you can switch to Windows … [Link]

Mashable » Hulu's 'Handmaid's Tale' renewed for second season

Wednesday 3 May 13:54:37 UTC 2017

Books may end, but television is forever! Hulu's breakout hit The Handmaid's Tale is only a few episodes into its first season, but the company announced Wednesday that Season 2 was a done deal. SEE ALSO: 'The Handmaid’s Tale' is a huge moment for Hulu that will hit you hard “The response we’ve seen to The Handmaid’s Tale in just one week … [Link]

Mashable » 16 things you need to let go of if you want to be successful

Wednesday 3 May 13:52:33 UTC 2017

When it comes to achieving success, there’s a lot of focus on the things that you need to add to your life, like learning a new skill or finding a mentor. The thing is, there will also be times when you need to let go of certain things in your life if you want to achieve success, like the following 16 … [Link]

Mashable » Selena Gomez's mom seems totally cool with her dating The Weeknd

Wednesday 3 May 13:50:08 UTC 2017

You know it's real when it's mom-approved. Fans of Seleknd (Selena Gomez and The Weeknd) were delighted when the couple made their red carpet debut Monday night at the Met Gala. But, apparently, none more so than Selena's mother, Mandy Teefey, who voiced her approval of their relationship on Instagram. SEE ALSO: Kim Kardashian basically wore Beyonce's old dress to the … [Link]

Mashable » Very good doggo reminds us all to live a life where safety comes first

Wednesday 3 May 13:47:05 UTC 2017

When engaging in experiments in a science lab, proper protective wear is required. This goes for people and for good dogs. Allie Spencer — a student at Cal Poly, San Luis Obipso — has been bringing her service dog Annie to her classes since January, and that even includes her chemistry lab, where both owner and dog need to make sure … [Link]

Mashable » Finally, someone invented a braille smartwatch for the blind

Wednesday 3 May 13:46:45 UTC 2017

The Dot Watch has reinvented tactile communication, bringing modern innovation to the visually impaired. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Standalone Featured, Smartwatch, Invention, and Social Good [Link]

Mashable » You can finally cut the cord with Hulu's new $39.99 live TV service

Wednesday 3 May 13:46:39 UTC 2017

The future of cord-cutting is here.  Hulu on Wednesday announced the launch of its long-awaited live-TV streaming service. The service, which costs $39.99 a month, is available in beta today.  Hulu with Live TV lets subscribers watch live and on-demand programming from about 50 channels. The subscription also comes with 50 hours of recording storage, the option for up to six … [Link]

Mashable » Could this be the first septic tank to look like a beloved Disney character?

Wednesday 3 May 13:43:06 UTC 2017

Let your tank be your guide. It's not often that you can look at an inanimate object and find a classic Disney character looking back at you. However, Reddit user SweetSound was with a friend when they opened their septic tank to see that it eerily resembled Rafiki, the the wise monkey from The Lion King. Image: SweetsoundWell look at that. … [Link]

Mashable » All 2,500 of this shelter's animals were adopted — leaving one sad, sweet little dog behind

Wednesday 3 May 13:29:32 UTC 2017

Has it been a long time since you last cried? If so, let me help you. On Saturday, the BISSELL Pet Foundation held an "Empty the Shelters" event for Little Traverse Bay Humane Society in Harbor Springs, Michigan. All 2,500 of the shelter's animals were adopted, leaving behind just one little pup, Eastwood — until someone took action. SEE ALSO: Shameless … [Link]

Mashable » These materials have self-healing capabilities, just like Wolverine's skin

Wednesday 3 May 13:29:29 UTC 2017

Self-healing materials are so widespread that clothes lines and tech companies are already applying them to different products. Now, a research team at the University of California, Riverside, has developed a new type of self-healing material that is conductive of electricity, highly elastic, and almost entirely transparent. The lead researcher has revealed that he drew inspiration from Marvel's Wolverine character. Read … [Link]

Mashable » Gorgeous Galaxy Note 8 concept lets you have your cake and eat it too

Wednesday 3 May 13:25:39 UTC 2017

Samsung’s Galaxy S8 is a beautiful, powerful phone, but there are several indications that it could've been so much more — according to a leaked alleged prototype and reports about the S8, Samsung gave up on a dual rear camera as well as a fingerprint sensor embedded into the screen.  Now, a new concept for the (likely) upcoming Galaxy Note 8, … [Link]

Mashable » Get better, stress-free sleep with this weighted blanket

Wednesday 3 May 13:22:19 UTC 2017

‘Gravity’ can help reduce anxiety. It weighs 10% of your body weight to make it feel like someone is hugging you. Your levels of serotonin and melatonin will increase, which means your mood will improve. It retails for $279.  Read more…More about Weighted Blanket, Gravity Blanket, Soft, Rest, and Mood [Link]

Mashable » 'The Defenders' trailer is here and it's even more epic than we hoped

Wednesday 3 May 13:14:18 UTC 2017

The first full trailer for Marvel and Netflix's The Defenders is here, and it kicks all kinds of ass.  For the first time, fans have the chance to see Daredevil (Charlie Cox), Jessica Jones (Krysten Ritter), Luke Cage (Mike Colter) and Iron Fist (Finn Jones) united as one crime fighting team, and the snark — and action — is already … [Link]

Slashdot » NSA Collected Americans' Phone Records Despite Law Change, Says Report

Wednesday 3 May 13:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: The U.S. National Security Agency collected more than 151 million records of Americans' phone calls last year, even after Congress limited its ability to collect bulk phone records, according to an annual report issued on Tuesday by the top U.S. intelligence officer. The report from the office of Director of National Intelligence … [Link]

Mashable » The internet thinks Ed Sheeran's portrait looks like Van Gogh and we totally get it

Wednesday 3 May 12:10:16 UTC 2017

You know you're kind of a big deal when the National Portrait Gallery displays a portrait of you. Ed Sheeran must be feeling like one hell of a big deal right now, because the gallery has just unveiled a fancy portrait of him, painted by Belfast-based artist Colin Davidson.  SEE ALSO: Ed Sheeran reacts to baby that looks exactly like Ed … [Link]

Popular Science » Neil deGrasse Tyson explains why dark matter matters (and is kind of our frenemy)

Wednesday 3 May 12:00:00 UTC 2017

Entertainment Excerpt: Astrophysics for People in a Hurry We have no clue what it is. It’s kind of annoying. But we desperately need it in our calculations to arrive at an accurate description of the universe. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » Text messages actually make for a very effective poster

Wednesday 3 May 11:55:59 UTC 2017

We’ve just found a bold, groundbreaking, and innovative design concept that may just shape the entire future of the industry. Dave, a mysterious designer we know nothing about other than his name, was asked by a friend to create a poster to advertise Music Nights, a series of live music performances that would take place at The Friars, a pub in … [Link]

Mashable » Poignant picture of a girl scout standing up to a neo-Nazi is going viral

Wednesday 3 May 11:55:07 UTC 2017

Some pictures tell a story better than a thousand words.  SEE ALSO: Protester in viral photo embraces woman she defended from Islamophobic abuse This photograph of a girl scout named Lucie face-to-face with a neo-Nazi member in Brno, Czech Republic, is so iconic that it already got 61,000 points on Reddit.  Image: siccnezz1/redditThe girl, from the Czech Junák – český skaut … [Link]

Mashable » A WhatsApp group admin was arrested for sharing 'offensive' content

Wednesday 3 May 11:54:59 UTC 2017

A WhatsApp group admin in India has courted trouble for circulating morphed images of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The 30-year-old man was reportedly arrested in the state of Karnataka, and later released on bail.  SEE ALSO: WhatsApp is changing how people grow and buy food in India As strange as it may sound, two Indian state governments had issued directives last … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Map of the underworld may let us play plate tectonics in reverse

Wednesday 3 May 11:49:00 UTC 2017

An atlas of the ancient continents swallowed up long ago is the first to show the whereabouts of almost 100 tectonic plates that have sunk [Link]

Popular Science » One in four Americans drink water that fails safety standards

Wednesday 3 May 11:30:00 UTC 2017

Environment Danger on tap Aging infrastructure, questionable oversight, and lax regulation are colluding to deprive Americans of safe, clean drinking water. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » India's biggest film 'Baahubali 2' is on a record-breaking spree

Wednesday 3 May 11:26:05 UTC 2017

India’s biggest film just got a whole lot bigger.  Baahubali: The Conclusion which hit screens — 9,000 of them worldwide — is India's highest-grossing film of all time within a week of its release. Unsurprisingly.  SEE ALSO: India's biggest movie ever is coming to a theater near you The film released in four Indian languages and has earned a staggering $67 … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Would a North Korean space nuke really lay waste to the US?

Wednesday 3 May 11:17:00 UTC 2017

Warnings that North Korea could detonate a nuclear bomb in orbit to knock out US electrical infrastructure are far-fetched, says arms expert Jeffrey Lewis [Link]

Mashable » Any app with human interaction needs a block button, period

Wednesday 3 May 11:15:00 UTC 2017

If you've ever experienced a bad breakup, harassment, or unwanted attention online, you're probably familiar with the block button.  On mainstream social networks—Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram—it's pretty straightforward. Blocking someone prevents them from interacting with you, full stop. It's handy for obvious reasons. SEE ALSO: Facebook's fundraisers now help you raise money for yourself and friends But harassment isn't limited to … [Link]

Mashable » Not quite dating but not hooking up either? You're in a situationship.

Wednesday 3 May 11:00:00 UTC 2017

You’re not really in a relationship with someone, but you’re not exactly just hooking up either. We've all been there, but no one ever knows quite what to call it. Now there is an answer: a situationship. Yessss. That is exactly right. Far better than the old standby “it’s complicated” and much more descriptive than “hanging out.” Such sweet relief.  The … [Link]

Mashable » Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey had an epic 'Dark Tower' Twitter exchange

Wednesday 3 May 10:55:24 UTC 2017

Back when Stephen King finished the final Dark Tower book in the original set of seven, Twitter was still a few years from becoming a thing. Now that we live in a world of social media, though, loads of people are on it. Including, as it turns out, the Man in Black and the Gunslinger. SEE ALSO: The first trailer for … [Link]

Mashable » 14 black male Cambridge students posed for a photo to show that representation matters

Wednesday 3 May 10:52:01 UTC 2017

A group of black male Cambridge University students have posed for a powerful photoshoot to encourage other black men to apply to the prestigious academic institution.  SEE ALSO: Oxford University is shaking up all those portraits of white men on its walls Inspired by a series of photos of 10 black students at Yale University which took the internet by storm … [Link]

Mashable » Emma Watson offers exam advice to surprised Filipino fan via FaceTime

Wednesday 3 May 10:38:02 UTC 2017

Who else better to take exam advice from than Hermione Granger herself? One lucky student was in for a shock when she picked up a FaceTime call from her mother, only to see Emma Watson grinning at her. SEE ALSO: Emma Watson schools critics on what feminism actually means Therese Kiara's mother had spotted the actress while she was out in … [Link]

O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Python: Penetration Testing for Developers – $34.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL

Wednesday 3 May 10:26:46 UTC 2017

Get "Python: Penetration Testing for Developers" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2017-05-04 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]

Mashable » This is the most British picture ever taken

Wednesday 3 May 10:26:19 UTC 2017

If there's one thing that British people are universally renowned for is that process of forming an orderly and polite line, also known as "queuing."  SEE ALSO: J.K. Rowling trolls Donald Trump with the most British reference ever Britons believe they're the best in the world in queuing and there's a whole mythology, style, form, and code of conduct related to … [Link]

Slashdot » You Can't Change the Default Browser or Switch To Google Search In Windows 10 S

Wednesday 3 May 10:22:57 UTC 2017

BrianFagioli quotes a report from BetaNews: If developers do start leveraging the Windows Store, the Windows 10 S experiment could take off, as users won't find a need to install legacy programs. This will largely depend on web browsers being available there, as many users dislike Edge. Thankfully, Microsoft is allowing third-party browser installs from the Windows Store. Unfortunately, there … [Link]

Mashable » Singapore's going to see self-driving Peugeot SUVs on its roads

Wednesday 3 May 10:19:55 UTC 2017

People in Singapore are going to start seeing this Peugeot SUV driving itself on (a couple of) roads soon. Europe's fifth largest carmaker has partnered with MIT self-driving spin-out Nutonomy, to test the Peugeot 3008 model in the island. SEE ALSO: Uber plans to have its flying car ready by 2020 Nutonomy, which has been testing its software in a handful … [Link]

Mashable » Comic beautifully shows why we can't accept facts contrary to what we believe

Wednesday 3 May 9:58:32 UTC 2017

Want to know why it's so hard to accept a fact that's contrary to a belief you've held since childhood? Seek no further than The Oatmeal's excellent new comic which shows how something called "the backfire effect" can stop humans from accepting new facts, especially if they're contrary to their own strong beliefs.  The comic starts with some facts on George … [Link]

Mashable » J.K. Rowling makes Donald Trump look ridiculous with 2 perfect tweets

Wednesday 3 May 9:52:22 UTC 2017

Nobody mocks Donald Trump quite like J.K. Rowling. She's almost turned it into an art form. SEE ALSO: J.K. Rowling trolls Donald Trump with the most British reference ever In the early hours of Wednesday morning, the President sent the following tweet about his campaign: …Trump/Russia story was an excuse used by the Democrats as justification for losing the election. Perhaps … [Link]

Mashable » Wait, what? In Windows 10 S, you'll be stuck with Microsoft Edge as default browser

Wednesday 3 May 9:34:14 UTC 2017

Thinking about purchasing one of Microsoft's snazzy new Surface Laptops, running the company's freshly introduced Windows 10 S operating system?  Keep in mind that you won't be able to change the default browser from Microsoft Edge, and in that browser — as well as Internet Explorer — you won't be able to change the default search engine to, say, Google.  SEE … [Link]

Mashable » China ironically decides to clamp down on online news outlets on World Press Freedom Day

Wednesday 3 May 9:28:48 UTC 2017

China has tightened its grip on online news outlets, while the rest of the world celebrates World Press Freedom Day. According to the country's new rules, released by the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), online media platforms can only be managed by editorial staff who have been approved by the Communist government. SEE ALSO: China's top social network paid a salary … [Link]

Mashable » Stephen Fry wants Sherlock to tackle AI and we're totally into it

Wednesday 3 May 9:09:02 UTC 2017

It doesn't get much more British than Stephen Fry talking about Sherlock. During a Twitter Q & A to promote his audiobook Sherlock Holmes: The Definitive Collection, the legendary British actor was asked which modern day mystery he'd want the to see the detective solve. Fry responded that he'd like to put a character like Holmes into a "new ministry" … [Link]

Mashable » This Honest Trailer about 'La La Land' says what everyone is thinking about 'Moonlight'

Wednesday 3 May 9:08:00 UTC 2017

We all love Honest Trailers for their hilariously brutal takedown of popular movies, but this time we believe they really went that extra mile.  ScreenJunkies released a totally predictable Honest Trailer for this award season's favourite target, La La Land, presenting it as a "tale of passion, love and ditching all that nonsense when your career takes off." Everything from … [Link]

Mashable » A woman filmed her driver's obscene harassment, but she ended up in jail

Wednesday 3 May 9:07:59 UTC 2017

A Chinese woman, horrified to find her ride-sharing driver masturbating at the wheel, filmed him as evidence. But unexpectedly, the woman ended up being held in police custody for three days. SEE ALSO: Why this penis is on a subway seat, making people uncomfortable The incident occurred in Shengzhou, eastern China on Apr. 23Chinese reports say the woman, surnamed Wang, got … [Link]

Mashable » Finally, an app to restrict kids' smartphone time that they won't hate

Wednesday 3 May 9:07:58 UTC 2017

Samsung has a new app meant to curb how much time your kid spends glued to their smartphones. And this one might actually work. The new app, called Samsung Marshmallow (not related to Android Marshmallow, the OS), allows parents to set a group of permitted apps on their kids' devices, as well as enforce daily time limits, and a bedtime. SEE … [Link]

Mashable » The first trailer for 'The Dark Tower' is here and it's heart-stoppingly epic

Wednesday 3 May 9:06:48 UTC 2017

"You can't stop what's coming."  Matthew McConaughey's right, folks. After many years of rumours, dead-ends and dashed hopes, the first film adaption of The Dark Tower (the movie based on Stephen King's epic fantasy series) is finally on its way — and we now have a 3-minute trailer to sink our teeth into. SEE ALSO: Sony teases first 'Dark Tower' … [Link]

Mashable » Japan's new ultra-luxurious train is here, and tickets cost $10,000 each

Wednesday 3 May 8:56:07 UTC 2017

Now here's what it really means to travel in style. Equipped with a full bar, two-storey suites, and bathtubs made from cypress trees, JR East's Shiki-Shima luxury sleeper train might just be the fanciest way to travel — at the hefty price of nearly $10,000 per ticket. SEE ALSO: One firm pictures the Hyperloop with swanky first-class cabins The Shiki-Shima made … [Link]

Mashable » UberEATS starts serving in India, its fourth Asian market

Wednesday 3 May 8:07:14 UTC 2017

Uber had announced in January that it was bringing its food delivery service to India, its fastest-growing market in the world. And finally, it's here.  UberEATS has rolled out in Mumbai and will soon be taken to five other Indian cities. SEE ALSO: UberEATS is delivering alcohol now, but probably not in the way you were hoping India becomes UberEATS' fourth … [Link]

Slashdot » CRISPR Eliminates HIV In Live Animals

Wednesday 3 May 7:30:00 UTC 2017

Researchers from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and the University of Pittsburgh show that HIV-1 infections can be eliminated from the genomes of living animals. Findings from the study have been published in the journal Molecular Therapy. Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology News reports: This is the first study to demonstrate that HIV-1 replication can be completely … [Link]

Mashable » A vending machine is here to service all your odd musical emergencies

Wednesday 3 May 7:18:41 UTC 2017

If you're itching to screech out that cover of "Wonderwall," but have been left hanging by a broken string, this vending machine is for you. Clingan Guitar Tone in Melbourne, Australia, have launched their 24-hour vending machine, Tone Shop, stacked full of musical goodies. SEE ALSO: This is the best Beatles book ever yeah, yeah, yeah There's strings for acoustic and … [Link]

Mashable » Animal-themed cover of Smash Mouth's 'All Star' is proof the meme anthem will never die

Wednesday 3 May 4:41:19 UTC 2017

Sure, you've heard a gazillion meme-y covers and remixes of Smash Mouth's inimitable 1999 classic "All Star," but another one won't hurt, will it? Please enjoy this version, voiced by a cacophony of animals. It's courtesy of the genius editors at YouTube channel Insane Cherry, who ever so happen to specialise in animal-themed cover songs. Bork bork! This meme will … [Link]

Mashable » Teen who took her Harvard acceptance letter to prom deserves a crown

Wednesday 3 May 4:10:50 UTC 2017

Boys, who needs 'em. Especially when you've been accepted to Harvard, of all places, as Minnesota teen Priscilla Samey was. She was also accepted into six other Ivy League schools, including Yale, Princeton, and Columbia University. SEE ALSO: This teen's $15 homemade prom dress is better than many Met Gala looks But she couldn't find herself a date for prom (what's … [Link]

Slashdot » Trump Administration Rolls Back Obama-Era Nutrition Standards For School Lunches

Wednesday 3 May 4:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: Just a week into his position, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced Monday a rollback of nutrition standards for school meals, previously championed by former First Lady Michelle Obama as part of a larger initiative to improve the health of America's children. Under Perdue's new rollback, schools across the country … [Link]

Mashable » This massive 42.5-inch monitor can display 4 inputs at once

Wednesday 3 May 3:58:50 UTC 2017

If you love your multi-monitor setup, LG's got a great new device for you. As reported by AnandTech, a new press release on LG's Japan website shows a massive new monitor that can support up to four displays at a time.  The 4K device—labeled the LG 43UD79-B—measures an impressive 42.5 inches, larger than many televisions. LG previously also made a huge … [Link]

Mashable » I wouldn't want to be the person who's paid to do this for Johnny Depp

Wednesday 3 May 3:56:37 UTC 2017

When you're getting millions of dollars to mumble nonsense while dressed like Keith Richards, memorizing your lines can really be an inconvenience.  That's why, according to his former management company, Johnny Depp pays someone to tell him his lines through an earpiece.  Yes, that's right, he's been accused of employing his own personal Cyrano de Bergerac to whisper sweet nothings into … [Link]

Mashable » This super realistic mask of a little girl is creeping out the internet

Wednesday 3 May 3:02:48 UTC 2017

Brace yourselves: things are about to get real creepy.  Professional mask maker Landon Meier a.k.a Hyperflesh has made quite the name for himself on the internet recently for his ultra realistic masks. Remember those creepy crying baby masks a few years ago? Yeah, that was Meier's work. Meier recently showed off some impressive masks of Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and … [Link]

Mashable » Um guys, did Melania Trump just brutally troll her husband on Twitter?

Wednesday 3 May 2:49:00 UTC 2017

Sometimes, a subtle 'like' is all it takes to expertly troll someone. And sometimes, an accidental 'like' can send someone into a regret spiral so deep, they may never claw out. It's unknown if either hypothetical scenario relates to the potential sh*tstorm just kicked off by Melania Trump on Twitter, but DAMN. Long story short, she just 'liked' a very shadey … [Link]

Mashable » In one quick video, this guy captures space lightning, meteors and Aurora Australis

Wednesday 3 May 2:07:50 UTC 2017

Photographing the southern (or northern) lights can be a tiresome eventful, involving hours of standing around late at night, hoping to land yourself the perfect shot of cosmic activity. Hence, we're pretty jealous of Australian photographer David Finlay, who in one night captured the Aurora Australis, a type of space lightning called "lightning sprites," plus meteors and regular lightning.  Finlay … [Link]

Mashable » The tech equivalent of playing FMK is stressing people out

Wednesday 3 May 1:55:28 UTC 2017

New York Times tech columnist Farhad Manjoo posed an innocent-enough looking question Tuesday afternoon about which tech brands and products people would drop from their lives. What’s the order in which you would drop Apple, Amazon, Google, Facebook from your life, if forced to — from first to last. — Farhad Manjoo 🐣 (@fmanjoo) May 2, 2017 But the question really … [Link]

Mashable » Sorry, bus drivers: Self-driving mass transit is on the way

Wednesday 3 May 1:30:24 UTC 2017

Self-driving technology is shifting to the bus lane. Proterra, an electric bus manufacturer, just announced its three-phase plan to create the self-driving public transit system of the future, filled with autonomous, emission-free electric buses. The company says the move to autonomy should make mass transit safer and more efficient than ever before. The company is partnering with the University of Nevada, … [Link]

Slashdot » 18-Year-Old Mexican Student Designs Bra That Can Detect Breast Cancer

Wednesday 3 May 1:30:00 UTC 2017

An 18-year-old student from Mexico has won the top prize at the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) for his invention of a bra that can help in the early detection of breast cancer. "The bra, otherwise known as EVA, was developed with three friends through his company Higia Technologies, and was created primarily for women with genetic predisposition to cancer," … [Link]

Mashable » Saints' Twitter finally settles it once and for all: Is Adrian Peterson 'AP' or 'AD'?

Wednesday 3 May 0:59:49 UTC 2017

The New Orleans Saints posted to Twitter on Tuesday a photo of newly signed running back Adrian Peterson wearing the team's black and gold colors.  And so opened a can of worms.  AD in the Black and Gold #Saints pic.twitter.com/5m5LiqfOUU — New Orleans Saints (@Saints) May 2, 2017 Peterson has been among the NFL's best running backs for the better part … [Link]

Slashdot » Tesla Executives Linked To Investment In a Startup That Focuses On 'Materials Recycling'

Wednesday 3 May 0:50:00 UTC 2017

According to CNBC, "Two Tesla executives have been named as directors of a company called Redwood Materials, which appears to focus on technology to recycle and reuse manufacturing materials." From the report: Jeffrey Straubel, chief technical officer, and Andrew Stevenson, head of special projects at the auto firm, were on a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing highlighting a … [Link]

Mashable » This big city in the South wants to use 100% clean energy by 2035

Wednesday 3 May 0:47:09 UTC 2017

Atlanta is joining the growing ranks of U.S. cities that want to get 100 percent clean energy. Lawmakers in Georgia's capital city approved a measure to get all of Atlanta's electricity supplies from renewable sources, including wind and solar power, by 2035. The resolution commits city officials to developing a plan to make that happen. "We know that moving to clean … [Link]

Mashable » Adorable Maori toddler charms the internet with passionate haka dance

Wednesday 3 May 0:34:16 UTC 2017

Say kia ora to the fiercest and cutest Maōri warrior the internet has ever seen. Herea Winitana from Rotorua, New Zealand (or Aotearoa if you're Kiwi), shared a video of an adorable baby over the weekend — and just like that, Down Under's collective heart was melted. SEE ALSO: Watch: Powerful Maori haka spreads support for veteran's mental health According to … [Link]

Mashable » Frog scares the crap out of dog and 2 humans, doggo goes back for toy

Wednesday 3 May 0:27:27 UTC 2017

A really good scare can send anyone running for the hills, even good dogs.  Mike, his dog Lucky, and his girlfriend Leila were looking through some old patio furniture for a table recently when Mike moved a ladder and spotted a frog. Mike, who admits he's terrified of "anything that moves" went running, and set off a chain reaction with Leila … [Link]

Slashdot » Microsoft Is Bringing Office to the Windows Store

Wednesday 3 May 0:20:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from VentureBeat: At its Microsoft EDU event in New York City today, the company announced it is bringing Microsoft Office to the Windows Store. We're talking about the full Win32 version of Office — this is not a mobile version, Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app, or an otherwise dumbed-down release. Terry Myerson, executive vice … [Link]

Mashable » Etsy boots CEO, lays off staff as stock plummets

Wednesday 3 May 0:08:07 UTC 2017

Etsy is unraveling. The struggling online craft store announced a major shakeup on Tuesday as a dismal earnings report tanked its shares in after-hours trading. Chad Dickerson, the company's CEO of six years, will cede his post to board member John Silverman. SEE ALSO: Etsy proposes 3 ways to improve the gig economy in new report The company also said it … [Link]

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