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 » Stella McCartney is using ocean trash for luxury fashion

Wednesday 7 June 23:44:56 UTC 2017

Ocean trash — or the newest fashion trend? That's the question people are asking themselves after English fashion designer Stella McCartney revealed that she's diving into a new kind of material — ocean debris.  McCartney's vegan fashion brand is partnering with Parley for the Oceans, an organization that aims to raise awareness and end behavior detrimental to the ocean, for its … [Link]

Mashable » This super intense GIF of pitcher Max Scherzer will make you rethink your MLB dreams

Wednesday 7 June 23:22:16 UTC 2017

So you dream of playing little pro ball, do ya, kiddo? Not afraid to step up the plate with your steely-eyed gaze? You just live for that mano-a-mano duel between pitcher and batter, don't you? It is, as you love to tell anyone who listens, the purest thing in sports.  Well, kid, I used to share your big-league dreams. Then I … [Link]

Slashdot » The Public Is Growing Tired of Trump's Tweets, Says Voter Survey

Wednesday 7 June 23:20:00 UTC 2017

President Donald Trump is the tweeting president. His @realDonaldTrump handle has 31.8 million followers and "35K" tweets. While the president claims to use Twitter to "get the honest and unfiltered message out," many Americans aren't so fond of his favored form of communication. According to a new voter poll (PDF), the public is growing tired of Trump's tweets. Ars Technica … [Link]

Mashable » NASA just picked 12 new astronauts out of 18,300 applicants, and they’re all awesome

Wednesday 7 June 23:08:39 UTC 2017

NASA just announced its newest class of astronauts, a crew of Americans from around the country who are entering the space agency at a time of transition. The 12 new astronauts could have the chance to fly to orbit aboard privately built space capsules, and launch to deep space destinations like the moon or Mars aboard NASA-made ships that are still … [Link]

Mashable » The GOP tweeted a Comey meme and it did not go well at all

Wednesday 7 June 23:07:08 UTC 2017

How do you do, fellow kids? The internet is a beautiful (and equally toxic) place where people can come together, share their views, and express themselves. But when something feels fake or forced, you will definitely be called out on your bullshit. Former FBI director James Comey is set to testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on his interactions with the … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » WebKit Now Has Full WebAssembly Implementation

Wednesday 7 June 23:03:30 UTC 2017

WebKit, an open source Web browser engine used by Safari, App Store, and many other OS X, iOS, and Linux applications, now has a full WebAssembly (wasm) implementation. This is the second major announcement involving wasm in the span of about a week. [Link]

Popular Science » These all-natural microbeads could replace your horrible face scrubs

Wednesday 7 June 23:00:00 UTC 2017

Science Bye, bye, plastic. Researchers have come up with a biodegradable alternative to plastic microbeads. [Link]

Mashable » What Amazon's insane 49,000 percent gain can teach you about investing

Wednesday 7 June 22:46:50 UTC 2017

On top of free two-day package delivery, Amazon has been delivering for shareholders. The company recently marked 20 years as a publicly traded company and made headlines for its astounding 49,000% return since its 1997 initial public offering. Starting at $1.96 per share (adjusted for stock splits), the stock recently crossed $1,000. This 41% annual growth rate would have compounded a modest … [Link]

Mashable » 'Game of Thrones' Season 7 wants a world record for setting people on fire

Wednesday 7 June 22:46:17 UTC 2017

In news that can best be described as peak Game of Thrones, the creative minds behind HBO's juggernaut series have revealed that they tried to break a fittingly destructive record in Season 7 — by setting fire to 20 stuntmen.  “In one battle scene we set more stuntmen on fire than have ever been simultaneously set on fire,” showrunner David Benioff … [Link]

Mashable » Baby deer rescued on the side of a busy highway will make your day

Wednesday 7 June 22:43:11 UTC 2017

A scary highway is no place for a tiny baby deer. Luckily, Cincinnati police officers Roger Noe and Trish Yates came to save the day and body camera footage captured the whole event. In the video posted to Facebook, the officer snaps on some gloves and manages to catch the fawn running alongside the freeway. Even though the officer reminds … [Link]

Slashdot » Russian Malware Communicates Using Britney Spears's Instagram Account

Wednesday 7 June 22:40:00 UTC 2017

JustAnotherOldGuy writes: A key weakness in malicious software is the "Command and Control" (C&C) system — a central server that the malware-infected systems contact to receive updates and instructions, and to send stolen data. Anti-malware researchers like to reverse engineer malicious code, discover the C&C server's address, and then shut it down. Turla is an "advanced persistent threat" hacking group … [Link]

Mashable » People are getting drunk before noon to watch the Comey hearing because America can’t be enjoyed sober anymore

Wednesday 7 June 22:12:11 UTC 2017

Nothing says "good morning" in Trump's America better than gathering at a bar with a bunch of strangers before 10 a.m. to drink Russian vodka and watch a Senate hearing … apparently. On this upcoming, beautiful Thursday, people all over America will wake up, get dressed in their end-of-week finest, and attend one of the many bar parties being thrown across … [Link]

Mashable » How to throw your own painfully nerdy James Comey watch party

Wednesday 7 June 22:05:50 UTC 2017

Forget the Super Bowl or The Bachelorette season finale: for many, Thursday's Senate hearing with former FBI Director James Comey is the must-watch television of the year. To clarify, by "many," I mean a dozen or so dorks, half of whom work at this office. What's happening in Washington isn't so much "fun" as it as a devastating breakdown in the … [Link]

Mashable » iPhone owners might finally be able to drag and drop with iOS 11

Wednesday 7 June 22:05:44 UTC 2017

When Apple unveiled iOS 11 earlier this week on the WWDC stage, one of our most thirsted-after features appeared to be simultaneously confirmed and debunked, depending on your device of choice.  Speculation was rampant about the introduction of a new drag and drop file management feature right before the conference after a developer running an iOS 10 beta spotted the new … [Link]

Slashdot » TSA May Recommend Stowing Laptops In Cargo For US Domestic Flights

Wednesday 7 June 22:00:00 UTC 2017

Matt.Battey writes: According to WJZ in Baltimore, the TSA may force passengers to check laptops on domestic U.S. flights. Based on the common fear, uncertainty and doubt that supports the TSA's security theater, the terror attacks in Great Britain could result in laptop bans in the U.S. TSA officer Camille Morris is quoted as saying, "A AA battery is fine. … [Link]

Mashable » 'Super Meat Boy' gets a surprise successor in 'The End is Nigh'

Wednesday 7 June 21:53:17 UTC 2017

The spirit of Super Meat Boy lives on in The End is Nigh, the game's release trailer revealed today. Edmund McMillen, the mastermind behind Super Meat Boy and The Binding of Isaac, gave the world its first look at the gameplay of The End is Nigh along with a surprisingly close release date on Steam: July 12. The only thing … [Link]

Mashable » Harrowing video shows a man getting bit by a shark while fishing

Wednesday 7 June 21:52:43 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ attack was caught on camera. ","image":"http~ video shows a man getting bit by a shark while fishing","sources":[~ videos,sharks","sec0&quot~ videos,sharks","videoSeri~ More about Watercooler, Viral Videos, Sharks, and Culture [Link]

Mashable » Brad Pitt, as a weatherman, sums up climate change with one simple sentence

Wednesday 7 June 21:49:09 UTC 2017

Donald Trump's hazardous decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement has had everyone talking about the state of our futureJohn Oliver's had something to say, as have astronauts, governors and mayors across the country.  Now it's Comedy Central's turn to talk about it.  On the debut episode of “The Jim Jefferies Show” this past Tuesday, host Jim Jefferies … [Link]

Mashable » We've been waiting for this iOS 11 Gmail update for a long time

Wednesday 7 June 21:31:16 UTC 2017

The iPhone's native mail app is a nice way to get your Gmail messages without downloading the Gmail app itself. There's just one problem: Notifications often don't come in real time. Users either have to manually look for new messages or set their accounts to fetch mail, but then the shortest frequency is still every 15 minutes.  SEE ALSO: iOS 11 … [Link]

Mashable » Hawaii to Trump: Sorry, we're sticking with the Paris Climate Agreement

Wednesday 7 June 21:26:53 UTC 2017

The U.S. might be abandoning the Paris Climate Agreement, but that doesn't mean the states have to play along. Hawaii this week became the first state in the country to adopt legislation that upholds portions of the landmark climate treaty.  Gov. David Ige signed two bills, one of which expands strategies for reducing statewide greenhouse gas emissions, and the other which … [Link]

Mashable » 'Star Wars' fans freaked out after John Boyega tweeted a 'spoiler'

Wednesday 7 June 21:22:13 UTC 2017

Star Wars fans — take a breather. John Boyega did not just ruin Star Wars: The Last Jedi for you. SEE ALSO: Laura Dern's new 'Star Wars' character looks ready for the Hunger Games The movie is set to hit theaters on Dec. 15, 2017, and fans are understandably excited. However, Boyega, who plays Finn in the films, had to remind … [Link]

Slashdot » Facebook Unveils New Tools To Help Elected Officials Reach Constituents

Wednesday 7 June 21:20:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from TechCrunch: Facebook this year has launched a number of features that make it easier for people to reach their government representatives on its social network, including "Town Hall," and related integrations with News Feed, as well as ways to share reps' contact info in your own posts. Today, the company is expanding on … [Link]

Mashable » This spray creates a coating that makes any object virtually indestructible

Wednesday 7 June 21:15:30 UTC 2017

Line-X is a spray coating that claims to protect almost any object from the hardest impact and damage.  Read more…More about Cars, Mashable Video, Egg, Strong, and Explosion [Link]

Mashable » Modder who makes questionable choices put fidget spinners in 'Grand Theft Auto'

Wednesday 7 June 21:11:25 UTC 2017

This is what the world has come to? We're modding fidget spinners into video games? Why? Someone on YouTube named JediJosh920 uploaded a video of their Grand Theft Auto V mod that replaces a gun with a working fidget spinner. The description of the video is: "why did i make this mod." Why indeed, JediJosh, why indeed. The whole point … [Link]

Mashable » T. rex might not have been fluffy, after all

Wednesday 7 June 21:00:29 UTC 2017

It turns out Tyrannosaurus rex may have not had a soft side, after all.  While the idea of the fluffy T. rex has been floating around for some time now, a new study published Wednesday in the journal Biology Letters suggests it had "scaly, reptilian-like skin."  Researchers used skin impressions from a T. rex skeleton collected in Montana and compared them … [Link]

Mashable » iOS 11 will finally bring native GIF support to your iPhone

Wednesday 7 June 20:57:51 UTC 2017

Your GIF game is about to get a big upgrade. With the company's latest mobile software update, iOS 11, Apple is finally adding native GIF support to your iPhone. Though the company did not mention the feature at WWDC, developers who are testing the new OS quickly discovered the new feature. The discovery is sure to be an exciting perk for … [Link]

Mashable » This startup is bringing the subscription model to clean energy

Wednesday 7 June 20:53:23 UTC 2017

The startup Inspire is working to power the whole world with clean energy. They offer renewable energy on a subscription model, similar to services like Netflix.  Read more…More about Startup, Technology, Mashable Video, Coors Light, and Coors Light [Link]

Slashdot » What Are Some Documentaries and TV Shows That You Recommend To Others?

Wednesday 7 June 20:40:00 UTC 2017

Reader joshtops writes: Wow thanks for the overwhelming response on my previous post. I'm taking notes and intend to give all of the suggested books a go in the near future. If I may, and I hope the editors approve of this, could you also list some of your favorite TV shows and documentaries? Also, is there any show or … [Link]

Mashable » Amazon product pages went down, but cute dogs made everything better

Wednesday 7 June 20:38:44 UTC 2017

Brace yourself for a lot of dogs on Amazon pages instead of that dress or chew toy you were trying to buy. SEE ALSO: Inside Amazon’s first New York City Bookstore Many product pages on the online shopping site are down this afternoon. You can still get to the Amazon homepage, but when you click on a product, like an Echo … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: Rackspace, Temasys, Cashplus

Wednesday 7 June 20:34:22 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]

Popular Science » An astronaut shares his incredible perspective of our planet

Wednesday 7 June 20:30:00 UTC 2017

Entertainment Excerpt: Hello, is this planet Earth? The following images are excerpted from astronaut Tim Peake's book: 'Hello, is this planet Earth?'. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » Twitter now warns you before a DM fail

Wednesday 7 June 20:17:36 UTC 2017

The dreaded DM fail is without a doubt one of the most embarrassing Twitter faux pas you can fall victim to. Luckily, good guy Twitter wants to help prevent you from accidentally embarrassing yourself. Twitter's app can now warn you in some situations if it detects that you may be trying to send a direct message, rather than a tweet. SEE … [Link]

Mashable » Even North Korea is blasting Trump for withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement

Wednesday 7 June 20:16:52 UTC 2017

It’s not exactly news that North Korea is upset with the United States. However, the subject matter of the most recent dustup between the nuclear-armed dictatorship and the "America First" Trump administration is an unusual one.  On Tuesday, North Korea's foreign ministry blasted Trump for his decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Agreement on Climate Change, removing the world's … [Link]

Popular Science » Slimy, fleshy lips dripping with snot help these fish eat stinging corals

Wednesday 7 June 20:04:53 UTC 2017

Animals Pucker up. Imagine having a mouth that constantly dripped with snot. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » High school students call out dress code for labeling bra straps a distraction

Wednesday 7 June 20:01:50 UTC 2017

A pair of rival signs posted at a Canadian high school is the latest in the debate on dress codes and sexism. As CNN reports, it began with a group of young women angered by the often sexist ways in which school dress codes are enforced. So, they did what any good teen should do in this situation: They took it … [Link]

Mashable » Man gets flattened by giant water balloon, and the pop is awesome

Wednesday 7 June 20:00:28 UTC 2017

The Slo Mo Guys are a YouTube duo dedicated to creating chaos and destruction. And, of course, recording it all in slow motion. This time around, The Slo Mo Guys decided to fill a 6-foot balloon with water and crush a dude under the large mass. The balloon gets heavier and heavier, flattening him out as it fills with water.  … [Link]

Slashdot » Apple Announces Support For WebRTC in Safari 11

Wednesday 7 June 20:00:00 UTC 2017

Youenn Fablet, software engineer at Apple, writes: Today we are thrilled to announce WebKit support for WebRTC, available on Safari on macOS High Sierra, iOS 11, and Safari Technology Preview 32. […] Currently, Safari supports legacy WebRTC APIs. Web developers can check whether their websites conform to the latest specifications by toggling the STP Experimental Features menu item "Remove Legacy … [Link]

Mashable » Researchers devised a way to measure a star's mass, thanks to Einstein

Wednesday 7 June 19:50:18 UTC 2017

How do you measure the mass of a star? Well, according to famed cosmologist Albert Einstein, you can try to solve this problem by looking at the subtle bending of starlight as it encounters the immense gravity of another, closer star.  By measuring that light deflection, you could, in theory at least, weigh out the mass of the target star. SEE … [Link]

Mashable » This personal air conditioner will save you from your summer meltdowns

Wednesday 7 June 19:48:04 UTC 2017

Evapolar 2 can cool you down wherever you are. No more fighting over the temperature in the office. Evapolar 2 comes in two colors and costs $180.  Read more…More about Summer, Hot, Mini, Desk, and Small [Link]

Mashable » 'The Mummy' gets wrapped in savage reviews and buried alive

Wednesday 7 June 19:36:24 UTC 2017

This seems like a dark prophecy come true, indeed. The Mummy reviews were embargoed until Wednesday morning, but long before critics drew their knives, the signs were there: three screenwriters and three separate "story-by" credits, the premature/forced announcement that it would lead off Universal Studios' shared "Dark Universe" films, and a newbie director whose writing credits include Cowboys & Aliens, Transformers: … [Link]

Mashable » Paula Hawkins new novel 'Into The Water' is a clunky mystery thriller that'll leave you wanting more

Wednesday 7 June 19:35:00 UTC 2017

It's hard to talk about contemporary mystery thrillers without hearing the name Paula Hawkins.  When her novel The Girl On The Train (which was also a MashReads book club selection) debuted in 2015, it jumped to the top of Amazon's bestseller list for the year, was picked up for a 2016 film adaptation starring Emily Blunt, and cemented Hawkins' name … [Link]

Mashable » Samsung will reportedly drop the Galaxy Note 8 early to undercut the iPhone 8

Wednesday 7 June 19:26:14 UTC 2017

Samsung might be making moves to stem the inevitable flood of iPhone excitement later this year with a big release of its own: the launch of the next iteration of the now-controversial Galaxy Note line, the Galaxy Note 8. The follow-up to the explosive Note 7 has been the subject of rumors since early March, with many wondering when the Galaxy … [Link]

Mashable » Uber fires another top executive after he shared medical files of rape victim

Wednesday 7 June 19:23:15 UTC 2017

Uber fired more than 20 people Wednesday. But that's far from the last of it.  Recode revealed Wednesday that Eric Alexander, the president of business in the Asia Pacific, had been let go, after reports emerged that he obtained medical records of a rape victim in India and shared them with several Uber executives. An Uber spokesperson confirmed the departure to … [Link]

Slashdot » Americans From Both Political Parties Overwhelmingly Support Net Neutrality, Poll Shows

Wednesday 7 June 19:20:00 UTC 2017

Mozilla conducted a survey in which it found that a majority of Americans do not trust the government to protect Internet access. From an article, shared by a reader: A recent public opinion poll carried out by Mozilla and Ipsos revealed overwhelming support across party lines for net neutrality, with over three quarters of Americans (76%) supporting net neutrality. Eighty-one … [Link]

Mashable » 'Planet of the Apps' combines several shows and strips them of excitement

Wednesday 7 June 19:17:09 UTC 2017

Apple Music released Planet of the Apps on Wednesday in what can only be referred to as a stealth launch. The unscripted series, scheduled vaguely for spring, follows the creators of new apps as they seek the funding and guidance needed to succeed in the cutthroat world of modern tech. SEE ALSO: This app's 'travel mode' could keep your data safe … [Link]

Mashable » Trump swore he had nothing to do with 'hookers in Russia' when no one asked

Wednesday 7 June 19:13:19 UTC 2017

Even though it seems Comey didn't ask him about it, Trump wants everyone to know that he did not spend time with any Russian sex workers. Ahead of Thursday's much anticipated testimonial, in which fired FBI Director James Comey will appear before the Senate Intelligence committee, the government released Comey's prepared remarks Wednesday. It is a riveting seven pages full of … [Link]

Mashable » Lysol wipes can clean up anything – even your attitude

Wednesday 7 June 19:02:47 UTC 2017

This woman told us she can't hate on these wipes – but does she hate on everything else?  Internet Comment Theater is a Mashable original series that takes the internet’s weirdest comments and reviews and brings them to life. Read more…More about Internet Comment Theater, Lysol, and Entertainment [Link]

Slashdot » Oldest Fossils of Homo Sapiens Found in Morocco, Altering History of Our Species

Wednesday 7 June 18:40:00 UTC 2017

Carl Zimmer, writing for The New York Times: Fossils discovered in Morocco are the oldest known remains of Homo sapiens, scientists reported on Wednesday. Dating back roughly 300,000 years, the bones indicate that mankind evolved earlier than had been known, experts say, and open a new window on our origins. The fossils also show that early Homo sapiens had faces … [Link]

Popular Science » Sleeping in on the weekend won’t actually give you heart disease

Wednesday 7 June 18:30:00 UTC 2017

Health But there are other reasons not to give in to "social jet lag." If there’s one thing you should remember when reading any piece of science news, it’s this: correlation doesn’t imply causation. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » How to be smarter than smart tech

Wednesday 7 June 18:17:33 UTC 2017

The digital age has made smart technology pervasive: You keep your devices by your side as they entertain, assist, and help you live your best life. With each generation of smartphone or new laptop model, there’s more to do, learn, and explore than ever before. But it’s time to get smarter about the lifespan of your technology – and how to … [Link]

Mashable » Life Hack: Here’s how you can get the best tech for less

Wednesday 7 June 18:15:42 UTC 2017

eBay’s Refurbished Tech Hub could save you up to 50% on devices compared to buying new.    We all want the best tech for our buck, but that doesn’t have to mean big prices. Some of the most desirable tech gadgets on the market come close to a £1000 price tag, which can be an issue if you’re on a budget. … [Link]

Mashable » IBM turns to artificial intelligence to solve poverty, hunger, and illiteracy

Wednesday 7 June 18:01:24 UTC 2017

IBM is channeling its science and tech expertise into tackling some of the world's biggest problems. On Wednesday, the tech giant announced the launch of Science for Social Good, a new program that partners IBM researchers with postdoctoral academic fellows and nonprofits to take on societal issues through data. With the new initiative, IBM announced 12 projects planned for 2017. Each … [Link]

Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: What Are Some Books You Wish You Had Read Earlier?

Wednesday 7 June 18:00:00 UTC 2017

Reader joshtops writes: Hey, community. Could you folks please name some books that you wish you had read earlier — especially because these books presumbably had an impact on your life. The books could be from any genre or year. Read more of this story at Slashdot. [Link]

New Scientist – News » NASA is right to pay homage to the living for the first time

Wednesday 7 June 18:00:00 UTC 2017

Naming a solar probe after astrophysicist Eugene Parker breaks the space agency’s tradition of only honouring the dead. That’s a good thing, says Geraint Lewis [Link]

New Scientist – News » Our species may be 150,000 years older than we thought

Wednesday 7 June 18:00:00 UTC 2017

New fossil bones and tools from Morocco show that the familiar face of Homo sapiens was present in Africa as early as 350,000 years ago [Link]

New Scientist – News » Google blocker to eliminate bad ads and let users go ad-free

Wednesday 7 June 18:00:00 UTC 2017

The tech giant will bring it own ad blocker to Chrome next year, in the hope that blocking the worst ads will encourage users to put up with the rest [Link]

New Scientist – News » Robot dog has an artificial woof that sounds like the real thing

Wednesday 7 June 18:00:00 UTC 2017

The robo-dog’s bark is generated by a mammalian voice synthesiser which could help create realistic robot animal companions for use with the elderly [Link]

New Scientist – News » Bird caught in amber 100 million years ago is best ever found

Wednesday 7 June 18:00:00 UTC 2017

A hatchling exquisitely preserved in amber is giving us the best glimpse yet of what an extinct group of birds was like   [Link]

Mashable » Nintendo's theme park is coming along nicely

Wednesday 7 June 17:53:38 UTC 2017

Nintendo’s Universal theme park is progressing slowly but surely, and it looks like it's going to be amazing. A fan of Universal Studios Japan tweeted out a handful of photos of a Super Mario-themed set piece from the theme park in Osaka Tueday, giving the world its first glimpse at what the upcoming Nintendo theme parks are going to look like, … [Link]

Mashable » iOS 11 will finally put a stop to apps tracking you when you're not using them

Wednesday 7 June 17:47:40 UTC 2017

Sick of apps tracking your every move? Apple's highly anticipated iOS 11 will hopefully give you some much needed peace of mind. At the company's WWDC keynote on Monday, Tim Cook and team showed off a trove of new and updated devices, and gave the world a sneak peek at the wonders of its new mobile operating system iOS 11.  A … [Link]

Popular Science » Meet NASA's newest class of astronauts

Wednesday 7 June 17:45:00 UTC 2017

Space Their dream jobs just became a reality. Join us as we learn who will be the newest Americans in space, and what it took to get there. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » NYC subway riders will get their dogs on board no matter what anyone says

Wednesday 7 June 17:42:19 UTC 2017

A new NYC transit rule went into effect last October, which bans dogs from riding the subway — unless they fit inside a "container." What the powers that be didn't realize, though, is just how many dogs fit inside containers. In fact, judging by these photos … it seems like most dogs fit inside bags. SEE ALSO: Dogs, ranked here's my … [Link]

Mashable » Find out how best to invest in sustainable causes in our next #BizChats

Wednesday 7 June 17:31:16 UTC 2017

Investments can have a conscience too.  Investing in causes that do good in the world could be the best way for you to make money whilst contributing towards a sustainable future. There are a wealth of initiatives worldwide dedicated to the betterment of the lives of others and of the planet we all share. If you're considering making an investment and … [Link]

Mashable » Parkour pro takes on huge, crazy course that would surely break our legs

Wednesday 7 June 17:29:30 UTC 2017

Tianmen Mountain in China has the ultimate parkour course, and it's not for the faint of heart. Brave YouTuber Calen Chan took on what he claims is the "World's Largest Parkour Course" with a GoPro camera in his mouth to capture the run that he says spanned about three football fields long. Along the way, Chan dodged tourists who were … [Link]

Slashdot » Apple's 'Planet of the Apps' Reality Show Is 'Bland, Tepid, Barely Competent Knock-off of 'Shark Tank'

Wednesday 7 June 17:20:00 UTC 2017

On Tuesday, Apple made its debut into the world of original television programming with "Planet of the Apps," a reality show that brings app developers in a competition to try to get mentoring and assistance from hosts Jessica Alba, will.i.am, Gwyneth Paltrow and entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk. Contestants describe their proposals as they ride an escalator down onto a stage where … [Link]

Mashable » Now Trump wants solar panels to pay for the border wall

Wednesday 7 June 17:18:46 UTC 2017

Remember that time the American President insisted he'd get a wall built along the entire Mexican border, and then, have Mexico pay for it? Now, Donald "The Art of the Deal" Trump is telling people he might want to attach a bunch of solar panels to the wall, which would pay for said wall. Trump reportedly suggested the idea during a … [Link]

Popular Science » Hidden tricks you didn't know your Android phone could do

Wednesday 7 June 17:11:33 UTC 2017

DIY 10 tips to master your Google-powered device. Rocking an Android phone? We show you how to customize the interface, improve security, tweak app settings, make your handset easier to use, and more. [Link]

Mashable » These 'Mary Poppins Returns' Banks family photos are practically perfect in every way

Wednesday 7 June 17:09:35 UTC 2017

We finally have photos of the Banks family from the Mary Poppins sequel all together, and it's amazing.  It's been more than 50 years since the film was originally released, and Entertainment Weekly posted a first look at photos from the sequel that fans have long awaited.  It's a jolly holiday—Mary Poppins is back! See our gallery of exclusive, first-look photos … [Link]

Mashable » Morocco fossils push back the timeline on human origins

Wednesday 7 June 17:00:44 UTC 2017

Fossilized remains found in Morocco might belong to our 300,000-year-old ancestors. The skulls and bones could represent the earliest known fossils of Homo sapiens, the human species to which we all belong, scientists said in two new studies published Wednesday. If true, the findings would mean that our species originated at least 100,000 years earlier than previously thought. The results could … [Link]

Popular Science » How your iPhone could know when you’re in a moving car

Wednesday 7 June 16:58:02 UTC 2017

Technology A new iOS 11 feature aims to curb distracted driving On Monday, Apple announced a slew of news at its Worldwide Developers Conference in San Jose, Calif., including a new safety feature coming to the next version of its… [Link]

Mashable » Desperate to find Wonder Woman porn? Join the club.

Wednesday 7 June 16:53:03 UTC 2017

People really can't get enough of all things Wonder Woman, and it appears that's also true when it comes to porn. According to new data from porn platform RedTube, searches for videos related to the new DC Comics blockbuster have soared since it was released worldwide on June 2. It’s not unusual for porn searches to reflect what’s happening in pop … [Link]

Mashable » Oculus installing free VR systems in nearly 100 California libraries

Wednesday 7 June 16:49:50 UTC 2017

Here’s a novel approach to getting high-end virtual reality to the public: Make it free.  That's what Oculus is doing in California with an initiative that will place 100 Oculus Rift headsets and VR-ready PC systems in 90 libraries throughout the state.  SEE ALSO: Google Earth VR is the godlike virtual reality experience we've been waiting for Making high-end VR available … [Link]

Mashable » Welcome Aboard, Pilot: A History of Mecha

Wednesday 7 June 16:49:32 UTC 2017

Read more…More about Mashable Reels, Gundam, Giant Robots, and Entertainment [Link]

Mashable » Get your general election facts — the REAL facts — right here

Wednesday 7 June 16:48:12 UTC 2017

Erroneous claims. Numbers that don't add up. Fake news. Dubious facts.  This is what we the public must deal with in the run-up to elections. And just because the UK General Election on Thursday came up by surprise, doesn't mean that the political parties haven't had plenty of time to make their claims. SEE ALSO: Cheeky political ad is a total … [Link]

Popular Science » Why whales are back in New York City

Wednesday 7 June 16:46:26 UTC 2017

Environment The Cetaceans are back in town. Cleaner water ways and more fish have once again made New York City appeal to humpback whales. Read on. [Link]

Slashdot » Edward Snowden On Trump Administration's Recent Arrest of an Alleged Journalistic Source

Wednesday 7 June 16:40:00 UTC 2017

Snowden writes: Winner is accused of serving as a journalistic source for a leading American news outlet about a matter of critical public importance. For this act, she has been charged with violating the Espionage Act — a World War I era law meant for spies — which explicitly forbids the jury from hearing why the defendant acted, and bars … [Link]

Mashable » Prolong your clothes with this gentle washer that doesn't use electricity

Wednesday 7 June 16:38:52 UTC 2017

‘Gentlewasher’ is a portable laundry unit that wash loads with less water than a traditional unit and no electricity.  Read more…More about Mashable Video, Water, Portable, Clothes, and Environmental [Link]

Mashable » Batman asks Catwoman to marry him but honestly she can do better

Wednesday 7 June 16:38:20 UTC 2017

Looks like the ultimate brooding loner is looking to settle down.  SEE ALSO: This Batman-themed pregnancy announcement is a geek couple's dream Batman #24, out today, features Batman proposing to his longtime on-again,off-again love interest Catwoman. Fun! But honestly? She can do better. psst, Selena. Say no.Image: dc comicsThis isn't the first time these two, known as Bruce Wayne and Selina … [Link]

Mashable » Blizzard's unofficial theme songs for their cast of characters are perfect

Wednesday 7 June 16:33:19 UTC 2017

Pop quiz! Which song does Overwatch's Zarya listen to while working out? The Rocky theme song: "Gonna Fly Now" by Bill Conti. Blizzard released an unofficial soundtrack for a handful of its characters, giving classic heroes and villains like Warcraft's Varian, Diablo's Diablo, and Overwatch's D.Va their own real-world theme songs. Some songs are inspired by the characters' backstories, but the … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Mass of a white dwarf star directly measured for the first time

Wednesday 7 June 16:32:57 UTC 2017

Einstein said it couldn’t be done, but astrophysicists have used his prediction that gravity bends light to directly measure the mass of a dense stellar remnant [Link]

Mashable » Tidal's latest '4:44' ads have birthed hilarious theories about Jay-Z and Beyoncé

Wednesday 7 June 16:28:23 UTC 2017

Before the ads went up around New York City and online, 4:44 was just a time.  Now, thanks to mysterious promo from Tidal that has popped up around the city, it means a whole heap of things—perhaps even a new Jay-Z album. While there's no confirmation on whether or not he's dropping a project on his streaming service, the theories have … [Link]

Mashable » Silicon Valley's fake disruptors have nothing on Chet Kanojia

Wednesday 7 June 16:28:22 UTC 2017

You don't threaten entire industries without making some enemies—or spending some time in court. That's a lesson Chet Kanojia has lived and learned.  A few years ago, Kanojia took on some of the biggest media companies in the U.S. with his streaming TV startup Aereo. Well before the recent explosion of internet-based TV bundles, Aereo became a tech phenom by streaming … [Link]

Mashable » Ivanka Trump's 'US Weekly' cover is so dumb, it had to be memed

Wednesday 7 June 16:28:21 UTC 2017

Ivanka Trump, the sentient magazine perfume sample who was supposed to save us all, came out with a fiery public statement in US Weekly today: sometimes, she disagrees with her dad. !!!!!!!!! The magazine's cover did what it could to buttress Ivanka's reformer image/struggling brand. "Ivanka takes a stand," its cover reads, "Why I disagree with my dad.  But the internet … [Link]

Mashable » You'll never have to ask your friends for their Wi-Fi passwords again with iOS 11

Wednesday 7 June 16:28:20 UTC 2017

The days of awkwardly asking your friends for their Wi-Fi passwords every time you visit are finally coming to a close. Or at least they are for anyone with an iPhone running iOS 11. When Apple announced its new OS, iOS 11, at WWDC earlier this week, the company demoed several new features including Siri updates, mobile payments, and a new … [Link]

Mashable » OnePlus 5 might beat the iPhone 7 Plus by unapologetically copying it

Wednesday 7 June 16:28:19 UTC 2017

The wait for the OnePlus 5 is almost over. The smartphone startup that's taken the world by storm will officially unveil its next flagship Android phone on June 20 at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time during a live online keynote. Sounds good, but a new leak might have just spoiled everything. SEE ALSO: The OnePlus 5 could be the phone that destroys … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook launches 'disaster maps' to help communities recover after crises

Wednesday 7 June 16:28:18 UTC 2017

In the wake of a natural disaster, humanitarian organizations have to act quickly in order to save lives. But to understand exactly what type of aid is needed, and where, they often need to rely on helicopters flying over disaster zones or teams going in on the ground—actions that are both resource-intensive and dangerous. Facebook wants to help make the entire … [Link]

Mashable » People really 'love' Facebook's Messenger reactions

Wednesday 7 June 16:28:17 UTC 2017

Facebook Messenger reactions are here to stay. Over the last couple years, Facebook's iconic like button has been expanded with "reactions," a larger choice of responses on Facebook. A little over a year since the launch of Facebook reactions, they're now on posts, messages, and even comments.  SEE ALSO: Wow! Facebook comments now have Reactions, too The reactions came to Messenger … [Link]

Mashable » SpaceX will launch the Air Force's top secret space plane in August

Wednesday 7 June 16:28:16 UTC 2017

This summer, Elon Musk's private spaceflight company will make its Air Force launch debut, and in a big way.  SpaceX won a contract to launch the Air Force's secret X-37B uncrewed space plane to orbit for another mission in August. This will mark SpaceX's first Falcon 9 launch for the Air Force, and the fifth mission to orbit for the X-37B. … [Link]

Mashable » My crush on Draco Malfoy made me absolutely despise Harry Potter

Wednesday 7 June 16:16:59 UTC 2017

To all die-hard supporters of Harry Potter and his plight to end all evil: you'd best look away now. I had a fervent crush on Draco Malfoy as a teenager, and it has had a pretty drastic effect on my interpretation of the books. My love for Draco changed my whole perspective on Harry Potter. In fact, it made me despise … [Link]

Mashable » U.S. broadband speeds improve but mobile lags

Wednesday 7 June 16:16:51 UTC 2017

Land of the free home of the…buffering… brave.  U.S. mobile speeds lag behind those found in other developed countries, according to a new report from internet network Akamai.  The good news, however, is that U.S. broadband internet speeds continue to improve, up 22 percent compared to the same time last year. That growth puts the country into the top 10 fastest … [Link]

Mashable » Tala Ashe joins 'DC's Legends of Tomorrow' as Muslim-American hero

Wednesday 7 June 16:07:06 UTC 2017

Actress Tala Ashe will join DC's Legends of Tomorrow on the CW as Muslim-American Zari Adrianna Tomaz, a new member of the core characters' team. According to a press release, Zari is a “grey hat hacktivist” whose combative attitude will probably lead to some juicy conflicts with the other strong-minded characters. SEE ALSO: Marvel's 'Inhumans' cast photo brought out some of … [Link]

Mashable » A team-based 'Final Fantasy' fighting game is headed to PS4

Wednesday 7 June 16:01:24 UTC 2017

It's understandable if you've never heard of Final Fantasy's "Dissidia" games — they've never been released on consoles before, after all. The genre-bending take on Square Enix's long-lived RPG series reimagines familiar characters, settings, and stories in the context of a fighting game. A team-based fighting game, to be precise. It's called Dissidia Final Fantasy NT and it's coming to … [Link]

Mashable » Ariana Grande releases new album and singles to benefit Manchester victims

Wednesday 7 June 16:00:07 UTC 2017

Following her One Love Manchester benefit concert on Sunday, Ariana Grande just released two singles and an album to help raise even more money for the victims and families impacted by the deadly attack at her UK concert in May. The new album, also titled One Love Manchester, features the 39 songs performed live at her benefit concert and is available … [Link]

Slashdot » Facebook Is Planning To Move WhatsApp Off IBM's Public Cloud

Wednesday 7 June 16:00:00 UTC 2017

Jordan Novet, reporting for CNBC: Facebook's WhatsApp messaging service, which is used by 1.2 billion people across the globe, is planning to move off of IBM's cloud and into Facebook's own data centers, according to a person familiar with the matter. The WhatsApp move, which could begin later this year, would result in IBM losing one of its top five … [Link]

Mashable » Train for the resistance like Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Wednesday 7 June 15:58:22 UTC 2017

For Ruth Bader Ginsburg, training for the resistance requires a resistance band. Supreme Court Justice and fitness icon Ginsburg is the subject of an upcoming exercise manual co-authored by none other than her personal trainer Bryant Johnson. SEE ALSO: This is what you need to do at the gym to keep up with Ruth Bader Ginsburg Per the Associated Press, The … [Link]

Mashable » Surprise, surprise: Betsy DeVos will not commit to protecting LGBTQ students from discrimination

Wednesday 7 June 15:55:47 UTC 2017

Federal discrimination laws: who needs 'em, amirite? In a hearing in front of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services today, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos seemed to argue exactly that. The Secretary repeatedly gave a non-answer about whether federal dollars would be used to fund schools that discriminate against LGBTQ students — though she did say something useless … [Link]

Mashable » A supercut of 150 movie title drops in under 5 minutes

Wednesday 7 June 15:49:29 UTC 2017

The hands-down best part of a movie is when the title of the movie makes an unexpected appearance in the script. In under five minutes, this supercut strings together title drops from 150 movies, including The Wolf of Wall Street, To Kill a Mockingbird, and Bend It Like Beckham.  "I wanted to avoid using titles that were simply character or … [Link]

Mashable » 'To me, they're not even people:' Eric Trump attacks his dad's critics

Wednesday 7 June 15:48:44 UTC 2017

To Eric Trump, his father's critics are some kind of subhumans.  The second son of the president, who co-runs The Trump Foundation along with his brother, Donald Trump Jr., said as much to Fox News's Sean Hannity on Tuesday. SEE ALSO: This Donald Trump interview transcript has a whole lot of 'unintelligible' in it "I've never seen hatred like this. To … [Link]

Mashable » Ivanka Trump's Starbucks order is the well-done steak of Starbucks orders

Wednesday 7 June 15:48:31 UTC 2017

As it turns out, Ivanka Trump is totally just like us! She disagrees with her dad, she drinks coffee (whoa!), and she has picked coffee up for herself at least one time.  Here is evidence for the least of these, courtesy of Twitter user Courtney Couillard. SEE ALSO: Someone helpfully rearranged a bookstore's Ivanka Trump display Spotted in Dupont North Starbucks. … [Link]

Mashable » Walking metaphor for 2017 is Kendall Jenner with a fidget spinner

Wednesday 7 June 15:45:52 UTC 2017

Whether she's falling flat on her face or co-opting the resistance in the name of soda pop, Kendall Jenner is the the perfect blank canvas on which to paint the specific anxieties of being alive in 2017. As the world fidget spins madly on, Jenner's always just fine in the end.  So it's about time the paparazzi caught her (in fashionably … [Link]

Mashable » We're McLosing it over this very chill McDonald's dessert invention

Wednesday 7 June 15:42:50 UTC 2017

Don’t freak out now, but a genius teen discovered a new creative way to satisfy your fast food sugar cravings. The creation is a DIY McDonald's ice cream sandwich made with the fast food giant's existing dessert menu items. The mastermind behind the recipe uploaded photos of his invention to Twitter. "[G]ot 'creative' with my hunger today," he captioned the photos. … [Link]

Mashable » The next big 'Grand Theft Auto Online' update gets trailer and release date

Wednesday 7 June 15:36:05 UTC 2017

Grand Theft Auto Online gets into the business of illegal weaponry with its newest update: Gunrunning. GTA Online's Gunrunning update will allow entrepreneurial players to establish themselves in the world of gunrunning by building bunkers to research and manufacture illegal guns and other weapons to sell on the black market. Along with this questionable way to make cash, the update … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Artisan sourdough? You may as well eat mass-produced white bread

Wednesday 7 June 15:34:00 UTC 2017

Fans of the #JERF (Just Eat Real Food) fad would reject a factory loaf and say an artisan crust is vastly better for us. They're wrong, says Anthony Warner [Link]

Mashable » Listen to Britney Spears absolutely nail 'Toxic' without auto-tune

Wednesday 7 June 15:31:08 UTC 2017

From now on there shall be no Britney Spears slander. Okay? Good. Auto-tune's prevalence in pop music has sometimes been mistaken for lack of talent, but if you've ever doubted Spears' vocal chops — even after more than 20 years of hearing her slay — then listen to a demo of "Toxic," Spears' hit song from 2004.   SEE ALSO: A … [Link]

Mashable » First look: Apple's new 27-inch iMac is finally a formidable system

Wednesday 7 June 15:30:00 UTC 2017

A 27-inch iMac is one overwhelming piece of digital machinery. Sit close enough to it and there’s only screen, and the iconic aluminum chin and polished chrome Apple logo below. SEE ALSO: WWDC 2017: iOS 11, HomePod, and everything else you need to know It’s always been a good system, the kind that your co-workers lust after, even if they didn’t … [Link]

Mashable » Here's your first look at Apple's minor, but useful, MacBook update

Wednesday 7 June 15:30:00 UTC 2017

When everyone is demanding excitement and change, it takes discipline to not mess with a good thing. That's why I applaud Apple's decision not to unduly alter the 12-inch, ultra-thin (0.14-inch thick), 2-pound MacBook. The latest update to the laptop has the specs I want in an ultraportable Mac, with almost day-long battery life. Any major design change would run the … [Link]

Mashable » TLC confirms that their zero tolerance policy for scrubs remains firm

Wednesday 7 June 15:27:21 UTC 2017

In the year of our lord 2017, Tinder is a scrub's paradise and a scrub occupies our nation's highest office, but TLC will not back down.  After the group released their delightful video for "Way Back" yesterday, we were all feeling a little nostalgic for their phenomenal discography. Comedian Paul F. Tomkins wanted to know if, in the year 2017, scrubs … [Link]

Slashdot » Apple Makes iPhone Screen Fixes Easier as States Mull Repair Laws

Wednesday 7 June 15:20:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: Apple customers will soon have more choices as the company looks to reduce long wait times for iPhone repairs at its retail stores. By the end of 2017, Apple will to put its proprietary machines for mending cracked iPhone glass in about 400 authorized third-party repair centers in 25 countries, company executives told Reuters. … [Link]

Mashable » You can draw electrical wires with this cheap conductive paint

Wednesday 7 June 15:18:12 UTC 2017

Bare Conductive is small studio in London that makes conductive viscous black paint. It's carbon-based, which makes it quite affordable to experiment with. The studio has seen a growing community use its paint to make a variety of surfaces come to life. Their favorite? An artist used it to turn his paintings into musical instruments. Read more…More about Startups, London, Documentary, … [Link]

Popular Science » Nightingale Review: This sleep aid creates virtual a blanket of white noise

Wednesday 7 June 15:16:20 UTC 2017

Gadgets This white noise solution from Cambridge Sound Management is a lot more advanced than a fan. The Nightingale offers a variety of different sounds that envelop you as you sleep from a pair of speakers. [Link]

Mashable » A 97-year-old fan braves the pouring rain for a reunion kiss from Prince Harry

Wednesday 7 June 15:14:59 UTC 2017

What would you do to meet your prince charming? SEE ALSO: President Obama stays far away from America with Prince Harry This adorable 97-year-old Australian woman waited in the pouring rain for hours to meet Prince Harry.  The prince is in Australia to promote next year's Invictus Games — an international Paralympic event he started in 2014. As he greeted fans, … [Link]

Mashable » These pretty popsicles are actually frozen sewage

Wednesday 7 June 15:14:51 UTC 2017

These colorful popsicles look like artisanal dessert treats. But those little dots aren't chia seedsThey're sewage. It's part of an art project by a group of students in Taiwan, who are raising awareness about water pollution. Read more…More about Taiwan, Viral Videos, Pollution, Student Projects, and Real Time Video [Link]

Mashable » Facebook newest features want to help local politicians connect with their constituents

Wednesday 7 June 15:03:00 UTC 2017

 Facebook is turning into more and more of a Town Hall.   SEE ALSO: Facebook's new Pride Month features celebrate the LGBTQ community with style The social network introduced three features Wednesday that are meant to help elected officials better connect with their constituents and vice-versa. The products provide a way for politicians to identify local constituents and help identify the … [Link]

Mashable » Here's the full lineup of gaming events at E3 Coliseum

Wednesday 7 June 15:01:09 UTC 2017

The annual E3 show — where video game publishers generally deliver their biggest reveals of the year — is trying something different in 2017: it's open to the public. Alongside the public offering is a new location for the previously industry-only trade show, called E3 Coliseum. Think of it as a separate event space to complement the games on the show … [Link]

Slashdot » Wikimedia Executives Receive Six-figure Golden Handshakes

Wednesday 7 June 14:40:00 UTC 2017

Andreas Kolbe writes: The Wikimedia Foundation's (WMF) recently released Form 990 shows that the organisation has developed a practice of handing outgoing managers six-figure severance payments, The Register reports. The foundation, which relies entirely on unpaid volunteers to generate the content of its websites, has taken around $300 million dollars over the past five years through fundraising banners placed on … [Link]

Mashable » Your cracked iPhone screen might soon be easier and cheaper to repair

Wednesday 7 June 13:43:48 UTC 2017

About once a month, someone who's cracked their iPhone's screen asks me what to do. And sadly, I have to tell them that repair will be costly; so costly, in fact, that they might be better off selling the broken phone for parts and getting a new one.  But this will soon change. According to a detailed Reuters report, by the … [Link]

Mashable » Teen conquers her biggest fear with positively radiant bathing suit Twitter post

Wednesday 7 June 13:42:53 UTC 2017

A British teen took on one of her biggest fears with a single tweet and her response to her haters has been inspiring. SEE ALSO: We have a few questions about Dove's new 'body positive' soap bottles 13-year-old Paris Harvey suffers from a metabolic condition that makes her put on weight quickly. She also has hip dysplasia, which — when combined … [Link]

Mashable » Watch mesmerizing footage of SpaceX's historic rocket landing

Wednesday 7 June 13:42:52 UTC 2017

SpaceX is developing a reputation for making the amazing seem routine. That was the case on June 3, when the Elon Musk-led company made history with its launch of a re-used space capsule, and successfully recovered a rocket booster back on land in Cape Canaveral.   Now we can watch it (over and over) in glorious high-definition.  SEE ALSO: Why … [Link]

Mashable » Stephen Colbert: 'The Trump administration is at war with 'Reality''

Wednesday 7 June 13:18:21 UTC 2017

Though President Donald Trump has been loath to admit that Russia played a role in the 2016 election, leaked classified files from the National Security Agency show that Russian intelligence tried to hack the U.S. voting system ahead of the November election.  The Intercept published the documents on Monday. Within hours, the FBI announced that it had already arrested the … [Link]

O'Reilly News and Commentary » #Ebook Deal/Day: Modernizing Legacy Applications in PHP – $17.99 (Save 50%) Use code DEAL

Wednesday 7 June 13:08:29 UTC 2017

Get "Modernizing Legacy Applications in PHP" today using code DEAL and save 50%!This sale ends at 2:00 AM 2017-06-08 (PDT, GMT-8:00). [Link]

Slashdot » Apple To Phase Out 32-Bit Mac Apps Starting In January 2018

Wednesday 7 June 13:00:00 UTC 2017

Apple will be phasing out 32-bit apps with iOS 11, and soon the company will make the same changes on its macOS operating system. During its Platform State of the Union keynote at the Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple told developers that macOS High Sierra will be the "last macOS release to support 32-bit apps without compromises." MacRumors reports: Starting in … [Link]

Slashdot » Trump Nominates Lawyer To Lead FBI

Wednesday 7 June 12:00:00 UTC 2017

President Donald Trump announced via Twitter on Wednesday that he has chosen a new FBI director. Trump says he's nominating Christopher A. Wray for the position. He described Wray as "a man of impeccable credentials." From a report: Donald Trump says he is nominating lawyer Christopher A Wray who served under George W Bush. Wray more recently represented the New … [Link]

Mashable » And the official meme of LGBTQ pride is … the Babadook?

Wednesday 7 June 11:53:06 UTC 2017

Happy Pride Month everyone: the Ba-Ba-DOOOOOK is gay.  At least, that's the theory being advanced by some of the reigning queer meme pundits of Tumblr.  In the past few months, the indie horror monster icon has somehow emerged as the unofficial meme of LGBTQ pride for reasons many of us will never fully understand. SEE ALSO: 8 meaningful ways you can … [Link]

Mashable » British police use facial recognition technology to make an arrest for the first time

Wednesday 7 June 11:33:55 UTC 2017

Police have used facial recognition technology to arrest a man for the first time in the UK.  The arrest was made May 31 but police didn't release many details, probably because the investigation is ongoing.  SEE ALSO: Teachers are using facial recognition to see if students are paying attention South Wales Police have been trialling the technology, known as AFR (Automatic … [Link]

Popular Science » An egg a day could help babies grow bigger and taller

Wednesday 7 June 11:30:00 UTC 2017

Health Gaston was right all along. Not every lad can eat four dozen eggs every morning to help him get large, but as it turns out just one will do the trick. If you're a baby, anyway. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » 3 hidden clues in the new 'Game of Thrones' footage you may have missed

Wednesday 7 June 11:27:56 UTC 2017

When it comes to Game of Thrones, no detail — however small, or possibly irrelevant — can afford to be overlooked. SEE ALSO: The tiny detail you probably missed in this 'Game of Thrones' photo On Tuesday, the show's ever-sneaky makers released a behind-the-scenes video about costume design on the official YouTube channel. And guess what? They only went and slipped … [Link]

Popular Science » You can tell these adorable octopuses apart by their warts

Wednesday 7 June 11:15:43 UTC 2017

Animals Scientists finally figure out how to tell some cute cousins apart. Deep beneath the ocean waves, many-tentacled creatures lurk. And they are adorable. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » People are dragging a Bollywood star for his ironic 'safe driving' talk

Wednesday 7 June 11:01:45 UTC 2017

Twitter never forgets. Bollywood actor Salman Khan found himself in the centre of the spotlight in 2002 after he was accused of killing one man and injuring four others during a hit-and-run accident. SEE ALSO: Bollywood star Salman Khan sentenced to 5 years for fatal hit-and-run He was originally convicted in 2015, but later acquitted after a High Court cleared him … [Link]

Mashable » There's a vending machine selling fake Instagram likes, because this is what we've become

Wednesday 7 June 10:42:41 UTC 2017

This is where humanity has sunk to: a vending machine for fake Instagram likes. If you're in downtown Moscow, you might want to pick up a few hundred (or thousand) likes to boost your self-esteem, from this machine. SEE ALSO: You can now post your pics on Instagram without the app Russia takes the worst excesses of capitalism to the extreme, … [Link]

Mashable » Bobby Moynihan announces he's expecting a girl with an adorable 'Wonder Woman' post

Wednesday 7 June 10:34:45 UTC 2017

Wonder Woman has captured the hearts of audiences of all ages. In fact, Bobby Moynihan is wondering if the film is age-appropriate for those that haven't even been born yet. Moynihan, who is expecting a child with his wife, Brynn O'Malley, took to Instagram on Tuesday to reach out to the Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins, and make a special announcement.  … [Link]

Mashable » Man remembers his late bottle of ketchup with a hilarious funeral ceremony

Wednesday 7 June 10:18:38 UTC 2017

This bottle of ketchup must have really made an impression on this Twitter user.  SEE ALSO: Boy says goodbye to his pet fish, and it will probably ruin your day Enough of an impression that he decided to hold a funeral for it. David Collinson of Teigmouth, England took to Twitter to share a picture of a faulty bottle of ketchup … [Link]

Mashable » A Tory 'strong and stable' van overturned and, oh the irony

Wednesday 7 June 10:17:07 UTC 2017

After hearing the buzzphrase "strong and stable" being uttered endlessly during Theresa May's campaign, a van with the slogan emblazoned on it overturned in the wind on a motorway.   Oh god this is too perfect – a 'strong and stable' Tory ad van that had been driving round town blew over on the motorwaypic.twitter.com/Hzu2jLCIhF — Kevin (@rascalblog) June 6, 2017 … [Link]

Slashdot » Moderate Drinking Can Damage the Brain, Claim Researchers

Wednesday 7 June 10:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Guardian: Drinking even moderate amounts of alcohol can damage the brain and impair cognitive function over time, researchers have claimed. Writing in the British Medical Journal, researchers from the University of Oxford and University College London, describe how they followed the alcohol intake and cognitive performance of 550 men and women over … [Link]

Mashable » Google is finally fixing an annoying Pixel bug that caused the phone to freeze

Wednesday 7 June 9:59:07 UTC 2017

Google’s Pixel phones are finally getting a long awaited bug fix. For months some Google Pixel and Pixel XL owners have been experiencing frequent hangups where the phone becomes unresponsive for a small period of time.  Google has finally released a new OTA update that the company said “should address many of the freezing issues that have been reported.” The fix … [Link]

Mashable » The world's best airport is about to become the only one with a hedge maze

Wednesday 7 June 9:49:25 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ futuristic airport you're gonna want to spend time at, for a change.","image":&qu~ airport is best airport","sources":[~ airport","sec0":null~ airport","videoSeriesName~ More about Travel, Airports, Singapore, Changi Airport, and World [Link]

Mashable » James Corden delivers a heartwarming tribute to the people of London

Wednesday 7 June 9:24:54 UTC 2017

James Corden has kicked off his week in London with a special message to the people of Britain's capital city. SEE ALSO: James Corden delivers an emotional tribute to the people of Manchester In the wake of the terror attack that shook London on Saturday night, Corden has delivered a message of hope. "I'm so proud to be broadcasting here … [Link]

Mashable » Tesla shares first image of upcoming Model Y

Wednesday 7 June 9:12:49 UTC 2017

Want to know what Tesla's upcoming compact SUV, the Model Y, will look like? Well, you can't. Not just yet. Sure, Tesla did share an image of the car during a shareholder meeting at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, California, on Tuesday, but it doesn't show much, except that the car will have a front window, and, probably, headlights.  … [Link]

Mashable » Elon Musk's weird Ambien tweets are back

Wednesday 7 June 8:38:40 UTC 2017

Don’t tweet while on Ambien. If you didn't already know that before, let Elon Musk's series of bizarre tweets on Tuesday night serve as an example kids.  SEE ALSO: Elon Musk told Donald Trump what to do about the Paris Climate Agreement Case in point:  A little red wine, vintage record, some Ambien … and magic! — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June … [Link]

Mashable » Ed Sheeran's Carpool Karaoke is everything we wanted and more

Wednesday 7 June 8:21:26 UTC 2017

It's here, Sheeran fans: 13 minutes of tattooed, guitar-strumming, thigh-touching happiness. The whole thing starts with Sheeran rubbing James Corden's nipples while "Shape of You" plays in the backgroud, moves on to Sheeran attempting to cram as many Maltesers into his mouth as possible, then finishes with a beautifully harmonised version of "Castle on the Hill". SEE ALSO: 15 times … [Link]

Slashdot » Google Maps Is Being Used To Track Air Pollution In Oakland and Other Cities

Wednesday 7 June 7:00:00 UTC 2017

The functionality of Google Maps is expanding to include air pollution levels. Depending on where you live, you will soon be able to see the specific air quality in your neighborhood. Oakland, California is the first city to have air quality information, but data should be released soon for the Los Angeles and Central Valley regions of California. Android Authority … [Link]

Mashable » Trudeau and Obama had a cozy date night and everyone is swooning

Wednesday 7 June 6:09:04 UTC 2017

Macron who?  Our favourite bromance pairing has made a reappearance, much to the internet's delight. SEE ALSO: The Justin Trudeau and Emmanuel Macron bromance is in full bloom, and we are swooning Canadian Prime Minister and all-round heartthrob Justin Trudeau tweeted a photo of himself with Barack Obama on Tuesday night, in a restaurant in his hometown of Montreal. How do … [Link]

Mashable » 'Wonder Woman' trailer wins Best of Show at the Golden Trailer Awards

Wednesday 7 June 5:55:00 UTC 2017

Wonder Woman is the summer gift that keeps on winning. Warner Bros.' hit came smashing through a box office wall just last weekend, but already it's got a golden hunk of hardware to hang in the great tower: Top prize at the Golden Trailer Awards. SEE ALSO: 'Wonder Woman' is the most inspiring superhero movie in years The Wonder Woman trailer … [Link]

Mashable » Apple drops a reality TV show called (no joke) 'Planet of the Apps'

Wednesday 7 June 4:20:43 UTC 2017

Can app developers make it work? Apple's move into original television, that is.  Yes, the Cupertino company has gone Hollywood with its first TV series, a reality show called … wait for it ..Planet of the Apps.  SEE ALSO: First look at ARKit, Apple's big jump into augmented reality The 10-episode series "celebrates the world of apps and the talented … [Link]

Slashdot » Hyperloop One Reveals Its Plans For Connecting Europe

Wednesday 7 June 3:30:00 UTC 2017

Hyperloop One has revealed its plans for connecting Europe via its Hyperloop transportation system that can move passengers/cargo at airlines speeds for a fraction of the cost of air travel. The company is currently considering nine potential routes in Europe, "running from a 90km hop to connect Estonia and Finland, through to a 1,991km pan-German route," reports Engadget. "The UK … [Link]

Mashable » Mom and daughter recreate kindergarten photo on graduation day and it's just too adorable

Wednesday 7 June 3:25:37 UTC 2017

It’s difficult to put into words the amount of joy parents feel on graduation day.  Gabrielle Yowell, an 18-year-old recent high school graduate from New Albany, Indiana, posted some touching photos of herself and her mother Lizzette that truly captures the emotions of this major milestone. SEE ALSO: Teen recreates her mom's very special graduation photo First day of kindergarten to … [Link]

Mashable » Trump blocked users on Twitter and now they're threatening legal action

Wednesday 7 June 3:05:33 UTC 2017

Twitter users want President Donald Trump to unblock them—or face legal action.  "This Twitter account operates as a 'designated public forum' for First Amendment purposes, and accordingly the viewpoint-based blocking of our clients is unconstitutional," reads a letter representing several Twitter users, including Holly O'Reilly, who was blocked after tweeting Trump a GIF of the president meeting Pope Francis. This is … [Link]

Mashable » PETA's new formula: deception, manipulation, and fake animal abuse

Wednesday 7 June 2:58:52 UTC 2017

PETA has hit a breathtaking new low. The animal-rights group has produced a disturbing new video that depicts a cat suffering at the hands of its owner. It’s difficult to watch. It’s also completely fake.  But it looks real; it is a skilled CGI work clearly meant to deceive viewers. Now, PETA is trying to enlist complicit media organizations to knowingly … [Link]

Mashable » The leaked NSA report shows 2-factor authentication has a critical weakness: You

Wednesday 7 June 2:32:32 UTC 2017

So you've created a strong password, kept an eye out for sketchy links, and enabled two-factor authentication — what could possibly go wrong? Well, it turns out the answer is "you."  SEE ALSO: Here's what we know about alleged NSA leaker Reality Leigh Winner As the leaked NSA report on Russian efforts to hack the computers of U.S. election officials before … [Link]

Slashdot » Steve Ballmer Says Tech Firms Should Be As Accountable As NBA Teams

Wednesday 7 June 2:05:00 UTC 2017

New submitter mirandakatz writes: Steve Ballmer has worn many hats — as the CEO of Microsoft and the owner of the LA Clippers, to start — and his latest endeavor, launched earlier this year, is a comprehensive trove of government statistics called USA Facts. Ballmer recently sat down with Backchannel's Steven Levy to discuss publishing government information, owning the Clippers, … [Link]

Mashable » 'Star Wars' museum hopes fans can track down $200,000 in stolen goods

Wednesday 7 June 1:46:30 UTC 2017

Rancho Obi-Wan is filled with collector's items die-hard Star Wars fans can only dream about.  The Northern California nonprofit serves as a museum, offering tours and visits for true seekers of the force. And now it needs help. SEE ALSO: A 4-year-old saw ’Star Wars’ in 1977 and here’s what he drew Recently, a fellow collector confessed to stealing more than … [Link]

Slashdot » Malware Uses Router LEDs To Steal Data From Secure Networks

Wednesday 7 June 1:25:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader writes: Researchers from the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel have developed malware that when installed on a router or a switch can take control over the device's LEDs and use them to transmit data in a binary format to a nearby attacker, who can capture it using simple video recording equipment. The attack is similar … [Link]

Mashable » MLB legend Mike Schmidt apologizes after inciting Twitter outrage

Wednesday 7 June 0:57:02 UTC 2017

And now for another episode of America's favorite modern game show, Person Says Dumb Thing Then Gets Dragged on Twitter Then Offers Flimsy Apology.  Our star this time is baseball legend Mike Schimdt.  SEE ALSO: Why the Finals aren't the most important story in the NBA this week Schmidt is a Hall of Famer and Philadelphia Phillies hero after starring for … [Link]

Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: How Do News Organizations Keep Track of So Much Information?

Wednesday 7 June 0:45:00 UTC 2017

dryriver writes: Major news organizations from CNN, BBC, ABC to TIME magazine, the New York Times and the Economist publish a tremendous amount of information, especially now that almost everybody runs a 24/7 updated website alongside their TV channel, magazine or newspaper. Question: How do news organizations actually keep track of what must be 1000s of pieces of incoming information … [Link]

Mashable » DARPA wants to give you a glimpse inside the AI brain

Wednesday 7 June 0:23:39 UTC 2017

Does the thought of giving Siri more power unsettle you? What about self-driving cars — do you feel uneasy about letting a computer take the wheel? If you answered yes, you're not alone. As AI systems become more functional and widespread, a large segment of the public has been slow to trust the tech. A highly publicized study last year called … [Link]

Slashdot » Apple 'Error 53' Sting Operation Caught Staff Misleading Customers, Court Documents Allege

Wednesday 7 June 0:05:00 UTC 2017

AmiMoJo writes: "Australia's consumer watchdog carried out a sting operation against Apple which it says caught staff repeatedly misleading iPhone customers about their legal rights to a free repair or replacement after a so-called 'error 53' malfunction, court documents reveal," reports The Guardian. Error 53 refers to an error message that renders iPhones useless if third-party repairs are made. From … [Link]

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