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 » These Trump trolls just feel desperate

Tuesday 18 July 23:38:07 UTC 2017

President Donald Trump is pretty easy to troll, and it happens all the time.  Former White House photographer Pete Souza takes every chance he can to post a Trump troll on Instagram. Last month, Sen. Chuck Schumer made fun of the president after Trump had his cabinet go around the table praising him.  SEE ALSO: Trump’s Tech Week did not make … [Link]

Slashdot » FCC Refuses To Release Text of More Than 40,000 Net Neutrality Complaints

Tuesday 18 July 23:20:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: The Federal Communications Commission has denied a request to extend the deadline for filing public comments on its plan to overturn net neutrality rules, and the FCC is refusing to release the text of more than 40,000 net neutrality complaints that it has received since June 2015. The National Hispanic Media … [Link]

Mashable » Living near YouTube bro Jake Paul seems like hell on earth

Tuesday 18 July 23:17:53 UTC 2017

According to neighbors, social media star Jake Paul is a really bad person to have as a neighbor.  Local news outlet KTLA published a hit piece on the Disney actor on Monday, which backed up neighbors' claims that Paul is an absolute terror to all forced to witness the making of his sweet, sweet #content.  SEE ALSO: YouTuber climbing a 95-floor … [Link]

Mashable » A 'hangover cure' from a former Tesla employee could save your morning after

Tuesday 18 July 23:15:47 UTC 2017

After Sisun Lee, an ex-Tesla and Uber product manager, was impressed by "hangover cure" drinks during a visit to South Korea and was inspired to create his own for the U.S. market. Now, Morning Recovery has launched on Indiegogo and he's leading the company to develop an FDA-approved version. Read more…More about Business, Uber, Tesla, Alcoholic Beverage, and Drinking [Link]

Mashable » Creepy house filled with dolls and mannequins is the stuff of nightmares

Tuesday 18 July 23:11:27 UTC 2017

This gorgeous five-bedroom house listed on HAR.com has everything a person could want in a home. SEE ALSO: Buy this house and you'll live in 2 countries at once Image: DIANA POWER/HAR.COMThe Richmond, Texas house is complete with a "family room, study, art studio, game room, trophy room, pool, outdoor kitchen, fabulous kitchen [and] garage apartment."  Most importantly, there's plenty of … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Postman 5.0 Includes Pro Features for Free

Tuesday 18 July 23:10:34 UTC 2017

Postman, an API development environment provider, has announced the release of Postman 5.0 which includes Pro features for free. Postman users with free accounts now have access, with usage limits, to Pro features such as mock servers, API monitoring, documentation generation, and the Postman Pro API. [Link]

Mashable » Terry Crews is cool with not voicing Doomfist in 'Overwatch'

Tuesday 18 July 22:57:17 UTC 2017

You might've been disappointed to hear that Terry Crews would not voice the latest Overwatch character, Doomfist, but Terry Crews himself wasn't. Rumors that Crews would be the voice actor for the newest hero started swirling last year. The actor's visit to the Blizzard's offices in December only added weight to that rumor. To the disappointment of many, however, Crews's voice … [Link]

Slashdot » Should We Ignore the South Carolina Election Hacking Story?

Tuesday 18 July 22:40:00 UTC 2017

chicksdaddy provides five (or more) "good" reasons why we should ignore the South Carolina election hacking story that was reported yesterday. According to yesterday's reports, South Carolina's voter-registration system was hit with nearly 150,000 hack attempts on election day. Slashdot reader chicksdaddy writes from an opinion piece via The Security Ledger: What should we make of the latest reports from … [Link]

Mashable » Remotely hacking ships shouldn't be this easy, and yet …

Tuesday 18 July 22:32:49 UTC 2017

The Internet of Things has shown us time and time again that nothing connected to the internet is safe from hackers, and yet we've mostly written off security-camera fueled botnets as someone else's problem.  But what if the thing in question happens to be a boat loaded with weapons? SEE ALSO: Herman Miller unveils a cloud-connected desk because that's the world … [Link]

Mashable » She wore a miniskirt in Saudi Arabia on Snapchat. Now she's reportedly been arrested.

Tuesday 18 July 22:07:32 UTC 2017

A woman was reportedly arrested after posting a video of herself on Snapchat.  Normally, a video of a woman walking in a miniskirt and crop top in the blazing heat would barely get any attention. But this video was filmed at a historic site in Saudi Arabia, where women are expected to dress modestly, with no bare midriffs or knees and … [Link]

Slashdot » Flaw In IoT Security Cameras Leaves Millions of Devices Open To Hackers

Tuesday 18 July 22:00:00 UTC 2017

New submitter Aliciadivo writes: A nasty vulnerability found in Axis security cameras could allow hackers to take full control of several types of Internet of Things devices, and in some cases, software programs, too. The Senrio research team found that devices and software programs using an open source software library called gSOAP to enable their product to communicate to the … [Link]

Mashable » Some OnePlus 5 phones might have a problem with emergency calls

Tuesday 18 July 21:43:04 UTC 2017

OnePlus, the startup phone company behind the well-reviewed OnePlus 5, appears to have an issue with another sequence of numbers. Unfortunately, that sequence happens to be 9-1-1.   A video shared to Reddit shows one of the sleek new phones rebooting immediately after being used to dial the three-digit distress code in a test run, making it impossible for its owner … [Link]

Mashable » A lawsuit filed in NYC claims Uber is in violation of human rights laws

Tuesday 18 July 21:29:41 UTC 2017

In a dramatic turn of events (just kidding, we're getting used to this) Uber was hit with another lawsuit this week.  And just like the one filed in Washington, D.C., last month, this one is related to accessible vehicles for people with disabilities.  SEE ALSO: A civil rights organization is suing Uber for not having wheelchair-accessible cars Disability Rights Advocates, a … [Link]

Mashable » Looking for a vacation splurge? Consider this space hotel

Tuesday 18 July 21:24:50 UTC 2017

Do you have a hankering for adventure and several million dollars laying around? Then this might be the perfect getaway opportunity for you, if you can hold on tight for a few years.  NASA recently held a competition, which was won by a team of graduate students from MIT, to design a commercially enabled habitable module for use low in Earth's … [Link]

Slashdot » US Increases Number of H-2B Visas By 15,000

Tuesday 18 July 21:20:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: President Donald Trump has said he's going to set more limits on the H-1B visa program, which allows tens of thousands of technology workers into the U.S. each year. But yesterday, the Department of Homeland Security moved to expand another type of visa, the H-2B, which allows lower-skilled workers in on … [Link]

Mashable » British person Felicity Jones to play all-American hero Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Tuesday 18 July 21:05:06 UTC 2017

Hot on the heels of Wonder Woman's record-breaking success, another female superhero is headed to the big screen. A real one this time. Focus Features is moving forward with On the Basis of Sex, a biopic of Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, with Felicity Jones set to play the lead. SEE ALSO: Train for the resistance like Ruth Bader Ginsburg … [Link]

Mashable » Made-to-order amphibious car lets you ride from land to water

Tuesday 18 July 21:00:05 UTC 2017

‘Moke Amphibie Lazareth' is a beach buggy that turns into a boat at a turn of a switch. It can reach up to 55 mph on land and move at seven knots in the water. Read more…More about Cars, France, Summer, Beach, and Water [Link]

Popular Science » Neato Botvac D5 Connected Review: A gifted navigator but a second-rate sucker

Tuesday 18 July 21:00:00 UTC 2017

Gadgets An infrared laser navigation system keeps this robotic cleaner on track. The Neato Botvac D5 Connected robotic vacuum makes a battle plan, then methodically picks up the crud from your floors. [Link]

Mashable » CNN journalist Chris Cillizza's Reddit AMA is just as brutal as you thought it would be

Tuesday 18 July 20:50:14 UTC 2017

Sometimes Reddit AMAs are informative and fun for the people answering the questions, and sometimes they're like walking into an asteroid field. Chris Cillizza's Tuesday AMA was more like the latter. SEE ALSO: CNN to Trump: Do your job The CNN journalist has long been a favorite hate-read for a handful of journalists as well as viewers/readers who aren't a fan … [Link]

Slashdot » Nearly 90,000 Sex Bots Invaded Twitter in 'One of the Largest Malicious Campaigns Ever Recorded on a Social Network'

Tuesday 18 July 20:40:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: Last week, Twitter's security team purged nearly 90,000 fake accounts after outside researchers discovered a massive botnet peddling links to fake "dating" and "romance" services. The accounts had already generated more than 8.5 million posts aimed at driving users to a variety of subscription-based scam websites with promises of — you guessed it — … [Link]

Mashable » OkCupid developers just brilliantly trolled an uptight user with boring ol' update notes

Tuesday 18 July 20:39:00 UTC 2017

Internet trolling can suck, but when it's done by top professionals, we are here to offer our support.  OkCupid developers decided to have a little fun with one of their more serious users.  "Bill from Chicago" complained about the dating app's eccentric release notes and requested that they just cut to the chase.  SEE ALSO: 7 hilarious Instagrams that will make … [Link]

Mashable » Ed Sheeran doesn't need Twitter, but Twitter needs him

Tuesday 18 July 20:34:34 UTC 2017

Two Grammy awards. An album that went double platinum. An unparalleled number of weeks at the number one spot on the charts, not to mention the biggest opening week for a solo male artist in the U.K. Why does Ed Sheeran's Twitter account matter again? The insanely successful English singer-songwriter deleted his Twitter on Monday, presumably following mixed reaction to his … [Link]

Mashable » Apple is working on a way to let you covertly call 911 in an emergency

Tuesday 18 July 20:30:45 UTC 2017

Calls to emergency services could become just a fingerprint away, thanks to Apple's latest innovation. SEE ALSO: The iPhone 8's biggest new feature could be standard for all iPhones by 2018 A patent application from Apple published Tuesday, according to CNBC, described technology that would trigger a 911 call in a way that is designed to hide your actions from attackers.  … [Link]

Mashable » Sorry, casual fans, but Captain Spip of the 'Biowhale Deep Space' series is NOT a woman

Tuesday 18 July 20:15:48 UTC 2017

SIGH. Here we go again. I feel like everywhere I turn I'm hearing the question we've all heard since the early 2000s: "Should the new Captain Spip be a woman?" Let me explain: no, he shouldn’t. Case closed! That's why when I, a red-blooded male, saw a news alert yesterday that Judy Dench will be the voice of Captain Spip in … [Link]

Mashable » John Legend gets real on Twitter after Donald Trump's Obamacare tweet

Tuesday 18 July 20:15:32 UTC 2017

John Legend isn’t staying quiet when it comes to health care.   The latest plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act died on Monday night after Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell failed to get enough support from his fellow Republicans.  SEE ALSO: Indiana GOP asked for Obamacare horror stories and got tons of praise instead So now Donald Trump … [Link]

Mashable » Here's the Comic Con survival kit that everyone will need this weekend

Tuesday 18 July 20:13:48 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Ready or not, here comes Comic Con International! One of the biggest pop culture conventions in the world is this weekend, so it's about time for everyone to get excited.  For those first timers out there, here's a list of all the things you'll … [Link]

Popular Science » You might be able to outrun a T. rex, but only in a sprint

Tuesday 18 July 20:11:33 UTC 2017

Science Which is really just a brisk walk for the dino. It turns out a many-ton ancient reptile could still catch up to you. Surprise, surprise. [Link]

Mashable » Intense clip shows a whale nearly crushing a small boat loaded with tourists

Tuesday 18 July 20:03:31 UTC 2017

They're gonna need a bigger boat.  Mark Collins was on vacation with his family near Exmouth, Australia when he noticed a whale in the water close to the Tantabiddi boat ramp. He began filming, and captured a whale showing off its impressive jumping abilities. Just as the family was discussing how dangerous the situation could turn, a whale breaches the … [Link]

Slashdot » California Lawsuit Wants To Weaken Noncompetes

Tuesday 18 July 20:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: California already prohibits companies from enforcing noncompetes within the state, but a Bay Area life sciences company is asking a state court to go even further. Veeva Systems is suing three of its East Coast-based competitors and asking a California Superior Court judge to declare that it has the right to hire employees who … [Link]

Mashable » The French culture minister's Twitter was taken over by a 13-year-old, and oh boy is somebody grounded

Tuesday 18 July 19:56:44 UTC 2017

Imagine realizing that your 13-year-old kid just sent out a bunch of nonsensical tweets from your boss's Twitter account. And your boss just so happens to be the Culture Minister of France.  Merde. SEE ALSO: Twitter's 2-factor authentication has a serious problem This was reality for one community manager whose son got a hold of the official account for Francoise Nyssen, … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » PotCoin Payment API Offers Access to Cannabis-Targeted Cryptocurrency

Tuesday 18 July 19:48:24 UTC 2017

PotCoin, cryptocurrency provider specifically designed for the cannabis industry, has announced that the PotCoin Payment API is now fully accessible to developers. When states began legalizing marijuana, federally regulated banks were hesitant to open accounts for cannabis industry players for fear of the unknown legal consequences. [Link]

Mashable » Every kindergartner in this Michigan county is going to college, thanks to one foundation

Tuesday 18 July 19:40:23 UTC 2017

The days where you could pay for all your college tuition with the earnings from a part-time summer job are long gone. Nowadays, things are a bit different: According to Forbes, the cost of college has risen an average of seven percent per year since 1985 with the overall college education inflation rate at nearly 500 percent. Needless to say, kids … [Link]

Mashable » Ubisoft's 'Starlink' sounded like the worst idea at E3, but we were all wrong

Tuesday 18 July 19:39:04 UTC 2017

I can safely say I'm a Starlink: Battle for Atlas believer now.  It took a minute. The game's E3 2017 announcement left me with one thought: What are you thinking, Ubisoft? Starlink, in case you hadn't heard, falls under the "toys-to-life" banner, alongside games like Skylanders, Lego Dimensions, and the now-defunct Disney Infinity. SEE ALSO: The ambitious 'Beyond Good and Evil … [Link]

Mashable » Snap Inc. is now selling Spectacles on Amazon

Tuesday 18 July 19:38:45 UTC 2017

Snapchat Spectacles: They changed the snapping game and can be seen on the faces of every trendy hipster at this summer's major music festivals. Now, Snapchat's parent company Snap Inc. is making it even easier for you to get your hands on these shades by selling them on Amazon. SEE ALSO: Snapchat will let you record longer videos but there's an … [Link]

Mashable » Wow, this amateur 'Ratatouille' sequel is much worse than the original

Tuesday 18 July 19:35:32 UTC 2017

Remy, my dude, is that you? Unfortunately for patrons but fortunately for Ratatouille fans on Twitter, a nice rat was spotting nibbling its way through an NYC pie display on Monday.  SEE ALSO: This rat is doing just fine in his banana skin, thanks for asking Even better, the rat was snacking directly under a sign advertising a "Ratatouille & Goat … [Link]

Mashable » A security researcher just revealed a huge Myspace security flaw. (And yes you should care.)

Tuesday 18 July 19:30:44 UTC 2017

Tom, u up? MySpace — you know that game-changing social media platform that you created and sold — appears to have some serious security issues, dude.  Security researcher Leigh-Anne Galloway shared a blog post on Monday detailing a huge security flaw she spotted on Myspace's account recovery page back in April.  SEE ALSO: In honor of Trump's birthday, we dug up his … [Link]

Mashable » Daenerys' crew is giving us squad goals

Tuesday 18 July 19:29:46 UTC 2017

Daenerys is destined for great things, but she wouldn't be where she is without her crew. We sat down with them to discuss what makes Daenerys a great leader and what she stands for. Read more…More about Television, Mashable Video, Hbo, Game Of Thrones, and Game Of Thrones Season 6 [Link]

Mashable » So, is this bird magically floating or what?

Tuesday 18 July 19:23:59 UTC 2017

We’ve seen birds in flight, and we've seen birds at rest, but we've never seen a bird quite like this. In this peculiar footage shared on Reddit, a garage security camera appears to show a bird hovering before the camera. But the bird isn't actually hovering— rather, it's a bit of visual trickery caused by the camera's frame rate, which syncs … [Link]

Mashable » Microsoft will help the Google of China take its self-driving car platform global

Tuesday 18 July 19:21:00 UTC 2017

Baidu, the company behind China's largest search engine and other assorted Google-esque projects, just got a big hand from the West to expand its self-driving car project around the world.  Microsoft announced a new partnership with the Chinese company to help bring the Baidu open source autonomous car software platform, Apollo, across international borders by providing "global scale" via the Azure … [Link]

Slashdot » Google Bolsters Security To Prevent Another Google Docs Phishing Attack

Tuesday 18 July 19:20:00 UTC 2017

Google is adding a set of features to its security roster to prevent a second run of last month's massive phishing attack. From a report: The company is adding warnings and interstitial screens to warn users that an app they are about to use is unverified and could put their account data at risk. This so-called "unverified app" screen will … [Link]

Mashable » 8 Summer Gadgets That Don't Suck

Tuesday 18 July 19:13:07 UTC 2017

Read more…More about Gadgets, Mashable Reels, Tech, and Consumer Tech [Link]

Mashable » This company is helping to eliminate food waste

Tuesday 18 July 19:07:12 UTC 2017

The U.S. puts 30-40% of our food into the dumpster instead of into the hands of those who are struggling to feed themselves and their families. In addition to this negative social impact, wasted food is also a terrible source of greenhouse gas emissions. That's why Spoiler Alert is working to fix the problem by giving providers the data they need … [Link]

Mashable » Sisqó's hit 'The Thong Song' is back and surprisingly better than ever

Tuesday 18 July 18:52:47 UTC 2017

Here are three words you never thought you'd hear: Sisqó is back.  Oh, c'mon. You know Sisqó! Does "The Thong Song" ring a bell? Well if you've been dying to know what he's been up to lately, we have the scoop. He's been busy making music, but by "making music," we mean re-releasing his only hit. The 41-year-old artist paired … [Link]

Mashable » Scary video shows rabid bobcat attacking a man and his dog

Tuesday 18 July 18:49:00 UTC 2017

A rabid bobcat attacked two men and a dog in Anthem, Arizona, on Sunday. According the Daisy Mountain Fire Department, a man was walking his German shepherd when a vicious bobcat began to chase them. A good samaritan saw the attack, jumped out of his vehicle and went to aid the man and his dog while another bystander filmed the … [Link]

Mashable » Ed Sheeran is back on Twitter because what is dead may never die

Tuesday 18 July 18:42:58 UTC 2017

That didn't take long. Less than one day after deleting his Twitter, Ed Sheeran just can't seem to stay away.  Everyone suspected that his departure from the social network was caused by an insane amount of hate he got for his weird Game of Thrones cameo.  Exhibit A, B, and C. Thanks for ruining an entire series, Ed Sheeran. — J … [Link]

Slashdot » Mesh Networking Comes To Bluetooth, Which Could Set Off a New Wave of Smart Buildings

Tuesday 18 July 18:40:00 UTC 2017

One of the most widely used technologies in mobile computing is getting an important upgrade that could accelerate the development of the smart home and industrial internet. From a report: The Bluetooth Special Interest Group, the Kirkland, Wash.-based group that enforces compatibility among the billions of devices that use the short-range Bluetooth wireless technology, plans to announce Tuesday that the … [Link]

Popular Science » Charles Dickens's belief in spontaneous combustion sparked Victorian London's hottest debate

Tuesday 18 July 18:33:47 UTC 2017

Entertainment Excerpt: Caesar's Last Breath. It seemed logical at the time. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » 'Game of Thrones' power rankings for Season 7: Who will sit on the Iron Throne?

Tuesday 18 July 18:25:37 UTC 2017

Winter has come, the players are maneuvering, and it's time to update our Game of Thrones power rankings. Join us as we set out to answer the only question that really matters: Who will sit on the Iron Throne of Westeros at the end of the show? In this, our third edition of the rankings, we're doing something a little different. … [Link]

Mashable » Oh no, Chipotle, nooooo

Tuesday 18 July 18:18:46 UTC 2017

Just when you thought you were safe … norovirus is back at Chipotle.  A Chipotle location in Sterling, Virginia closed after several customers got sick after eating there. The website iwaspoisoned.com tracked illness among the Chipotle customers, who reported vomiting, diarrhea, fevers, and stomach pain.   "We are working with health authorities to understand what the cause may be and to … [Link]

Popular Science » How to make new friends as an adult

Tuesday 18 July 18:18:11 UTC 2017

DIY 11 apps to build your real-world social network. Banish loneliness and get out of the house with these apps, which connect you to like-minded people nearby and far away. [Link]

Mashable » This 'temporary tattoo' could totally change health care

Tuesday 18 July 18:09:01 UTC 2017

Temporary tattoos are pretty fun. But soon they could be life-changing.   Scientists have developed a stretchable electronic sensor that looks like a temporary tattoo—and, one day, it could be used to monitor vital signs. Right now, patients with chronic conditions have to suffer with stiff plastic sensors that don't breathe very well. SEE ALSO: A wristband with your medical records … [Link]

Mashable » 'Outlander' Season 3 trailer is agonizingly perfect

Tuesday 18 July 18:02:35 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ Season 3 trailer is a heartbreaker","sources&qu~ More about Outlander, Sam Heughan, Caitriona Balfe, Tobias Menzies, and Outlander Season 3 [Link]

Mashable » I hate the 'Dancing Hotdog!' game so much, but I can't stop playing it

Tuesday 18 July 18:00:39 UTC 2017

Snapchat has done it again. It's created another insanely viral camera filter — and this time it's so popular it inspired its own unofficial bootleg game (available on iOS and Android). I'm of course talking about the Snapchat's footloose weenie, better known as the "dancing hot dog" that's inspired everyone's new favorite meme. Nice knowing ya, flower crown and puppy ears! … [Link]

Slashdot » Negative Free Cash Flow Will Be an Indicator of Enormous Success For Netflix, Says CEO

Tuesday 18 July 18:00:00 UTC 2017

During Netflix's quarterly earnings call, in which it noted it had added more than five million subscribers in the last three months, CEO Red Hastings was also asked about the millions of dollars it burns every quarter. Hastings said that burning cash is a sign of success, in a way. Here's the money quote: Look, when we produce an amazing … [Link]

Mashable » Congressman completely wastes NASA's time by asking about aliens

Tuesday 18 July 17:34:40 UTC 2017

It’s not just internet trolls who are obsessed with aliens. Apparently congressmen are too. During a hearing of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology Tuesday, Republican Congressman Dana Rohrabacher managed to baffle and amaze when he asked about life on Mars.  And no, we're not talking microbial life — something that NASA is hoping to hunt for with future … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Tanzanian volcano blast could destroy ancient hominin footprints

Tuesday 18 July 17:33:00 UTC 2017

If Ol Doinyo Lengai erupts, iconic prints at Laetoli and another set at Engare Sero are at risk [Link]

Mashable » Sansa's hairdo may be a chilling clue to her 'Game of Thrones' future

Tuesday 18 July 17:31:02 UTC 2017

With Sansa aligned fully to Game of Thrones' King in the North, what of the Queen in the South? Sunday's Season 7 premiere showed Sansa urging Jon Snow to be wary of Cersei's armies and ambitions. If Jon didn't know nothing, he might have noticed that Sansa now sports a distinctly Cerseian hairdo. Could she be turning into the very … [Link]

Mashable » Light up your outdoor space with these solar-powered glowing 'rocks'

Tuesday 18 July 17:21:01 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Illuminate your yard this season with these Opps glow in the dark garden pebbles. Whether you want to light a pathway, fill a planter, or decorate a landscape, this product will do the job. Save some money on lighting without harming the environment; these … [Link]

Slashdot » Apple's Risky Balancing Act With the Next iPhone

Tuesday 18 July 17:20:00 UTC 2017

Long time columnist Jason Snell: As there always are at this time of year, there are lots of rumors out there about what the next iPhone will be. This year we're hearing that Apple is going to release a high-priced, next-generation phone in addition to the expected iPhone 7s and iPhone 7s Plus models. […] By most accounts, Apple's next-generation … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Quantum simulator with 51 qubits is largest ever

Tuesday 18 July 17:06:00 UTC 2017

Although not a full-blown quantum computer, the simulator could be used to study the interactions between atoms [Link]

Mashable » Google's HR ambitions just keep growing

Tuesday 18 July 17:03:32 UTC 2017

Google’s trying to make life easier for hiring managers.  The tech company just debuted Hire, a tool for recruiters to keep track of job applicants. Google hinted it might have a feature like this coming back in April when it set up a sign-in page for a tool called Hire.  Hire streamlines tools used by recruiters who also use G Suite, … [Link]

Popular Science » Windscribe VPN provides true private browsing with no ads and no log

Tuesday 18 July 17:00:22 UTC 2017

Sponsored Post Get lifetime protection across all your devices for $49.99. Windscribe VPN provides true private browsing with no ads and no log. Get lifetime protection across all your devices for $49.99. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » Get addicted to Flappy Bird all over again…on a hacked Dreamcast

Tuesday 18 July 16:55:39 UTC 2017

The Sega Dreamcast lives on, too. Sort of. Techie YouTuber Dmitry Grinberg breathed life into Sega's final home console —  originally launched in the late '90s — with a version of Flappy Bird of all things. The twist: it's not a version of Flappy Bird for the actual home console, it's a version for the console's unique memory card device … [Link]

Mashable » I'm Ed Sheeran and you can all go to hell

Tuesday 18 July 16:52:18 UTC 2017

Hello, I am singer/songwriter Ed Sheeran. When I was asked to appear on HBO’s Game of Thrones in a very limited cameo appearance I said sure. Why not? I like the show enough. I wouldn’t say I’m a huge fan, or even caught up with the most recent episode. But yeah I’ll be on it. What could it possibly hurt?  I … [Link]

Popular Science » You're probably terrible at spotting faked photos

Tuesday 18 July 16:46:56 UTC 2017

Science Seeing isn't believing. A new study finds that we're really bad at picking out doctored images. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » Tinder's new redesign will make you want to update your profile pics ASAP

Tuesday 18 July 16:46:36 UTC 2017

Hope you’re feeling good about your Tinder profile pic choices, because they’re about to get even more action. The dating app has just rolled out a redesign that puts your photos front and center. Starting today they'll be larger — extending all the way to the screen edge — which is either excellent or terrifying depending on how you feel about … [Link]

Slashdot » China's Censors Can Now Erase Images Mid-Transmission

Tuesday 18 July 16:40:00 UTC 2017

Eva Dou, reporting for WSJ: China's already formidable internet censors have demonstrated a new strength — the ability to delete images in one-on-one chats as they are being transmitted, making them disappear before receivers see them. The ability is part of a broader technology push by Beijing's censors to step up surveillance and get ahead of activists and others communicating … [Link]

Mashable » Sorry, Jurassic Park fans: New research says the T. rex actually couldn't run

Tuesday 18 July 16:37:57 UTC 2017

It turns out those Tyrannosaurus Rex chase scenes in Jurassic Park may not be so realistic after all.  We hate to break it to you but: the famed dinosaur couldn't run, according to new research from Manchester University. In other words, everything you thought you knew about the T. rex chasing down its prey could be wrong.  The study, which … [Link]

Mashable » The Navy's silent drone destroyer is this ridiculously powerful laser

Tuesday 18 July 16:23:43 UTC 2017

It’s no surprise that the U.S. Navy has a massive suite of high-tech weapons. But the looming threat of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), also known as drones, has forced the Navy to put some of its prowess into an unexpected weapon — a laser. The Navy's new Laser Weapon System (LaWS) is essentially a silent ray gun that brings a huge … [Link]

Mashable » Sorry, Blue Apron: Amazon is already selling its own meal kits

Tuesday 18 July 16:18:28 UTC 2017

The nightmare scenario that's dogged Blue Apron's stock ever since its muted IPO is here: Amazon is trying its hand at selling its own meal kits. An Amazon-branded selection of DIY gourmet dishes with pre-packaged ingredients is already available through the company's grocery service, AmazonFresh, in certain markets, GeekWire first reported.  Rumors that such a service was in the works had … [Link]

Mashable » She strapped 102 iPhones to her body and, surprise, was caught by customs

Tuesday 18 July 16:17:06 UTC 2017

If you're going to try to smuggle dozens of iPhones, maybe taping them to your body and trying to hide them under your clothes isn't the best way to get through customs. One woman found this out the hard way while trying to sneak 102 iPhones from Hong Kong into mainland China, specifically Shenzhen—where, ironically, many iPhones are made at the … [Link]

Mashable » The Who’s Who of Doctor Whos

Tuesday 18 July 16:03:27 UTC 2017

Read more…More about Doctor Who, Mashable Reels, Entertainment, Movies Tv Shows, and Celebrities [Link]

Slashdot » Hacks 'Probably Compromised' UK Industry

Tuesday 18 July 16:00:00 UTC 2017

Some industrial software companies in the UK are "likely to have been compromised" by hackers, according to a document reportedly produced by British spy agency GCHQ. A copy of the document from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) — part of GCHQ — was obtained by technology website Motherboard. From a report: A follow-up by the BBC indicated that the … [Link]

Mashable » Snapchat will let you record longer videos but there's an annoying catch

Tuesday 18 July 16:00:00 UTC 2017

Snapchat just answered one of its users' biggest requests: The app will no longer limit you to single 10-second video clips at a time. Instead, Snapchat now allows you to record up to a full minute of video at once.  There is, however, one catch.  SEE ALSO: Snapchat is becoming the social network it never wanted to be While you can … [Link]

Mashable » 'Professor Marston & The Wonder Women' trailer delves into the superhero's true origins

Tuesday 18 July 15:47:12 UTC 2017

If you thought Wonder Woman's onscreen origin story was pretty wild, it's nothing compared to her offscreen origin story.  SEE ALSO: Look back at Wonder Woman's long and winding journey to the big screen Professor Marston and the Wonder Women delves into the complicated lives of the trio behind Diana: WIlliam Moulton Marston (Luke Evans), a Harvard psychologist; Elizabeth Marston … [Link]

Mashable » The iPhone 9 could be Samsung's best phone yet

Tuesday 18 July 15:45:35 UTC 2017

As the world braces for the iPhone's big 10 year anniversary later this year, chatter is already beginning to bubble up about next year's version, unofficially dubbed the "iPhone 9." The latest rumor involves one of Apple's biggest rivals, Samsung. According to a report Korean publication The Investor, Apple is expected to tap Samsung to produce the chips that will power … [Link]

Mashable » Bloomsbury goes full Hermione, set to release two Harry Potter 'History of Magic' titles in the fall

Tuesday 18 July 15:40:37 UTC 2017

It’s been 20 years of Harry Potter, and the celebration keeps going. Bloomsbury, the books' U.K. publisher, announced in a business statement that this fall will mark the release of two new books about the wizarding world: Harry Potter: A History of Magic – The Book of The Exhibition, a book about subjects at Hogwarts, and Harry Potter – A Journey … [Link]

Mashable » Netflix tackles dating as an autistic teen in 'Atypical' trailer

Tuesday 18 July 15:35:47 UTC 2017

Many parents dread when their kids will start dating, but on Netflix's Atypical they fear Sam (Keir Gilchrist) won't be accepted because of his autism. SEE ALSO: Netflix on hitting 100 million subscribers: 'It was a good quarter' The trailer for Netflix's "funny, yet painful" family comedy acquaints us more closely with Sam as he decides to date and navigates … [Link]

Popular Science » A back-up battery and surge protector for 41 percent off? I'd buy it.

Tuesday 18 July 15:32:00 UTC 2017

Gadgets It's $45. Keep your devices and files powered and safe—for just $45. Read on. [Link]

Mashable » Dog channels horse while letting out the cutest sneeze

Tuesday 18 July 15:24:41 UTC 2017

Animal sneezes never fail to make us feel all warm and fuzzy inside. A good puppy sneeze does wonders for our moods. And we've found a very good sneeze from a very good pup that will lift your spirits, too. But don't be mistaken — even though you may think this dog is a horse after you hear his neigh-sneeze … [Link]

Slashdot » End of the Line For Remix OS as Jide Shifts Its Energy Towards the Enterprise

Tuesday 18 July 15:20:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: It was only in July last year that Remix OS, an Android-based operating system for PCs, was bumped up to Version 3.0, which featured Android 6.0 Marshmallow under the hood. In fact, news of the upgrade came hot on the heels of an announcement from Chuwi with regards to the release of its $239 … [Link]

Mashable » Recalled Galaxy Note 7 phones will donate their guts to new phones

Tuesday 18 July 15:09:54 UTC 2017

It’s the circle of life.  Some 400,000 of Samsung's recalled Galaxy Note 7 phones will have been reincarnated as refurbished smartphones in South Korea, while others will be consigned to the scrap heap. But don't shed too many tears for the wasted parts just yet — many of the Note 7s will "die" so that new devices can be made from … [Link]

Mashable » TBS is bringing 'Dota 2' to mainstream TV this summer with a new documentary series

Tuesday 18 July 15:04:11 UTC 2017

After hosting and broadcasting half a dozen live tournaments in Overwatch, Street Fighter, and Counter-Strike on TV over the past year, Turner Broadcasting and IMG's esports brand ELeague is pointing its cameras toward Dota 2, this time in the form of a documentary series. SEE ALSO: 'Dota 2' breaks its own $20 million esports prize pool record. Again. Ahead of one … [Link]

Mashable » This best-selling smartphone camera lens kit is on major sale today

Tuesday 18 July 14:55:19 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Smartphone owners are all becoming photographers these days, but the Amir 2-in-1 lens kit will set you apart from the rest.  Originally $94.99, the kit is available on Amazon as a lightning deal for $20.99 until supplies last. (Which won't be long) The kit … [Link]

Mashable » 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2' goes behind the scenes with Baby Groot in a bonus feature

Tuesday 18 July 14:55:11 UTC 2017

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Mashable » Jessica Alba announces pregnancy with a very charming Boomerang

Tuesday 18 July 14:49:26 UTC 2017

Jessica Alba is gearing up for motherhood one more time.  The actress and The Honest Company founder announced her pregnancy with some Mylar balloons and the help of her two daughters, Honor, 9, and Haven, 5.  SEE ALSO: Dude discovers his airport selfie with Jessica Alba is displayed in a deli he's never been to "Cash Warren and I are officially … [Link]

Mashable » Scary vengeance-seeking bird has a vendetta against poor woman

Tuesday 18 July 14:45:06 UTC 2017

Birds are kind of scary and we don't know why.  Maybe it's because they're fast flyers, or they're always pecking at dirty stuff, or they just seem to be everywhere at all times, loudly chirping away. Or maybe at anytime, they can choose to attack you viciously and without remorse. They're terrifying and we can prove it. Twitter user emilyrose caught … [Link]

Mashable » We all have the potential to be newsmakers, so tweet accordingly

Tuesday 18 July 14:40:18 UTC 2017

This past weekend on a beautiful Saturday morning, I sat on my couch for the better part of an hour I had planned to spend outside enjoying the sunshine glued to my phone, sniggering by myself.    I had fallen into a particularly entertaining Twitter thread, and I had no intentions of crawling out. I was enjoying myself too damn much … [Link]

Slashdot » Google Glass Makes an Official Return

Tuesday 18 July 14:40:00 UTC 2017

Alphabet's Google has officially launched the "Enterprise Edition" of its smart glasses hardware, which is now available to a network of Google partners. From a report: The company's developer partners range from logistics and manufacturing to patient care. These apps have long-been involved with Glass through the business-focused "Glass at Work" program. In a blog post Tuesday, Google Glass project … [Link]

Mashable » Tropical Storm Don isn't named for the president

Tuesday 18 July 14:37:49 UTC 2017

Perhaps we shouldn't be surprised that, in 2017, even the weather is political.  Tropical Storm Don is about to soak the Windward Islands in a few inches of rain that might cause flash floods, but it's a storm that would probably fade quickly from memory if it didn't share a name with the president of the United States.  SEE ALSO: Trump’s … [Link]

Mashable » Alec Baldwin to star in NBC’s live production of ‘A Few Good Men’

Tuesday 18 July 14:37:24 UTC 2017

Is there anything Alec Baldwin can't do? The actor who recently received two Primetime Emmy Awards nominations for his SNL impressions of President Trump will be starring in NBC’s 2018 live production of A Few Good Men, Variety reports. SEE ALSO: Chris Evans is making his Broadway debut. Thank you, world. According to the publication, Baldwin will take on the role … [Link]

Mashable » This startup bioengineered animal-free leather in a lab

Tuesday 18 July 14:28:00 UTC 2017

You can literally grow leather in a petri dish. These biofabricated materials are made using microbe cells that produce collagen, the main ingredient in skin. Brooklyn-based startup, Modern Meadow, has completed a second round of funding and claims there's huge demand from brands and designers to experiment with custom animal-free leather products. Read more…More about Science, Mashable Video, Animal Rights, Leather, … [Link]

New Scientist – News » The death of smoking: how tobacco will be eradicated for good

Tuesday 18 July 14:22:00 UTC 2017

Smoking rates have been slowly falling in Western countries for decades. Soon, the habit could be wiped out, without even having to ban it [Link]

Mashable » Jimmy Fallon casts everyday people as stars in 'Jurassic Park' and 'Star Wars' remakes

Tuesday 18 July 14:14:54 UTC 2017

It's lights, camera, action on the streets of New York, and everyday people are the newest stars to hit the scene. On The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Monday, passersby in New York City were pulled to star in some of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters for a segment called Sidewalk Cinema. Family members, friends, and solo acts remade their own versions … [Link]

Mashable » Fox makes ultimate Mayor West clip reel to honor Adam West

Tuesday 18 July 14:09:23 UTC 2017

Actor Adam West's death in June was a major blow to Batman fans, but many felt somber to lose another beloved character: Mayor West from Family Guy. In a clip montage, the show itself paid tribute to West's funniest moments over the course of the series. The full video is almost nine minutes of Mayor West gold. SEE ALSO: You … [Link]

Mashable » Pornhub wants to teach old people how to have safe sex

Tuesday 18 July 14:00:00 UTC 2017

Older people have the wisdom of experience, but that doesn't mean they know how to have safe sex. Pornhub, the massive porn platform, is aiming to fix that. Today they’re launching “Old School,” a sex-ed campaign especially for the elderly. It’s meant to increase sexual health awareness among the senior set, who unsurprisingly like to get it on just as … [Link]

Slashdot » Google Fiber Is Losing Its Second CEO in Less Than a Year

Tuesday 18 July 14:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: Google Fiber, the high-speed internet service operated by Alphabet, has lost its second CEO in less than a year. Gregory McCray is stepping down from the CEO job of Access, the Alphabet subsidiary that houses the Fiber unit, Google confirmed to Business Insider on Monday. The change is the latest shake-up at Access, which … [Link]

Mashable » This waterproof wide-angle action cam is the perfect $40 GoPro alternative

Tuesday 18 July 13:43:36 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Action cameras like the GoPro are great for all kinds of high-octane adventures: windsurfing, snowboarding, extreme couponing. But they’re also super expensive. $150 for a stand-alone digital camera? What is this? 2003? But there are some great alternatives out there like the HD Wide … [Link]

Mashable » How to turn your YouTube channel into a gold mine

Tuesday 18 July 13:26:23 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. It’s not that hard to master YouTube, right? You just think of a catchy name, record a cool video, and suddenly you’re the next PewDiePie? Not so much. Even if you think you’re god’s gift to the internet, you still have to learn some … [Link]

Mashable » This is Nokia's new flagship phone

Tuesday 18 July 13:24:36 UTC 2017

Nokia made a big comeback this year with the retro reboot of the legendary 3310 dumbphone, but its lineup of Android phones — Nokia 3, 5 and 6 — wasn't that exciting.  This could change with the company's upcoming flagship called the Nokia 8, and we may have just gotten our first glimpse of the new device.  SEE ALSO: This Nokia … [Link]

Mashable » Kendrick Lamar surprises a long-time fan with the gift of a lifetime

Tuesday 18 July 13:15:09 UTC 2017

Kendrick Lamar changed a fan's life at a recent tour stop with a touching gift. After sustaining injuries in a car accident, Jennifer Phillips became quadriplegic. The long-time Lamar supporter had met the rapper previously, but during another meeting backstage in Dallas Friday, Lamar gifted Phillips with an incredibly kind gift of an accessible van, which she had crowdfunding for in … [Link]

New Scientist – News » UK government wants only 12 per cent of adults to smoke by 2022

Tuesday 18 July 13:15:00 UTC 2017

Smoking is already down to 15.5 per cent of adults in England, but the government wants to go further, and is also targeting a teenage smoking rate of 3 per cent [Link]

Mashable » 'Game of Thrones' fan spots sneaky dragonglass clue in very brief shot from episode 1 of S7

Tuesday 18 July 13:13:42 UTC 2017

Warning: Contains spoilers from Game of Thrones Season 7, episode 1. From the looks of Season 7 episode one, dragonglass is now more valuable than gold dust in Game of Thrones. Not only will it be needed to defeat the massive undead army knocking on the door of the realm of men, but it may even have some sweet health benefits … [Link]

Mashable » Mira's Prism headset uses your iPhone to deliver affordable augmented reality

Tuesday 18 July 13:04:02 UTC 2017

Because few people are ready to part with $3,000 to try Microsoft's HoloLens version of augmented reality, we've been waiting for a cheaper solution — and now it's here, in the form of the Prism. Developed by Los Angeles-based Mira, the device is to the HoloLens what the Samsung Gear VR is to the Oculus Rift. It's much, much cheaper, and … [Link]

Mashable » Massive 90,000-strong sex botnet spammed your Twitter for months

Tuesday 18 July 13:03:12 UTC 2017

In ancient Greece, sirens were mythological creatures whose singing lured sailors to their doom, as Odysseus' mates discovered.  SEE ALSO: How Star Wars helped uncover a Death Star-sized army of bots Fast-forward to 2017, and "SIREN" is nothing less than a ginormous, 90,000-account strong porn botnet that spammed social media users for months with 8,500,000 tweets.  Security researchers at ZeroFOX, who … [Link]

Mashable » 'The Disaster Artist' teaser: James Franco makes the most notoriously terrible movie of all time

Tuesday 18 July 13:01:48 UTC 2017

Oh hi, Mark. And also other Mashable readers not named Mark. Anyway, we've got something perfectly terrible for you today, and that is the first teaser for The Disaster Artist – James Franco's new movie about the making of Tommy Wiseau's The Room.  SEE ALSO: 5 movies we're looking forward to in 2017 To clarify, The Room might be bad … [Link]

Slashdot » Exploit Derived From EternalSynergy Upgraded To Target Newer Windows Versions

Tuesday 18 July 13:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader writes: "Thai security researcher Worawit Wang has put together an exploit based on ETERNALSYNERGY that can also target newer versions of the Windows operating system," reports Bleeping Computer. "ETERNALSYNERGY is one of the NSA exploits leaked by the Shadow Brokers hacking group in April this year. According to a Microsoft technical analysis, the exploit can allow an … [Link]

Mashable » Google Glass is back, and it's coming for your job

Tuesday 18 July 12:59:47 UTC 2017

Reports of the death of Google Glass have been greatly exaggerated. Google launched the Google Glass Enterprise Edition (or Google Glass EE) on Tuesday, officially rebooting the wearable as a workplace tool, with Backchannel's Steven Levy first reporting the news.  Instead of logging everyday life events, answering random search queries, and generally creeping everybody out, Glass will now be a staple … [Link]

Popular Science » Fracking pollution stays in waterways long after the fracking is done

Tuesday 18 July 12:30:00 UTC 2017

Environment Do you have to let it linger? The waste lingers. Read on. [Link]

New Scientist – News » Prenatal test spots genetic anomalies linked to miscarriage

Tuesday 18 July 12:19:00 UTC 2017

A fetal test for Down’s syndrome has been extended to chromosomal anomalies across the whole genome. The test may help prepare parents for difficult pregnancies [Link]

Mashable » Every item is just $3 in this new online grocery store

Tuesday 18 July 12:10:12 UTC 2017

A new online grocery store is setting itself apart by ditching fancy labels and complex price tags. Brandless, a San Francisco-based startup from serial entrepreneurs Tina Sharkey and Ido Leffler, sells everything from snacks and meal kits to toothpaste and cleaning supplies at the same price: $3 per item. As the name of the company suggests, all of the inventory comes … [Link]

Popular Science » Three tricks for staving off hunger in a survival situation

Tuesday 18 July 11:45:00 UTC 2017

DIY How to keep going when you're running out of food. How to keep going when you're running out of food. Read on. [Link]

New Scientist – News » Buzz of drones is more annoying than any other kind of vehicle

Tuesday 18 July 11:26:19 UTC 2017

NASA study suggests that the noise from delivery drones will be more irritating than any other delivery method, regardless of how quietly they fly [Link]

Mashable » The huge, hidden clue in the 'Game of Thrones' Season 7 premiere you probably missed

Tuesday 18 July 11:16:55 UTC 2017

Warning: Contains spoilers from Game of Thrones Season 7, Episode 1. If there's one thing the Game of Thrones Reddit community is insanely good at, it's deciphering quite literally the tiniest of clues. If there's a blurry reflection in a trailer, they'll decipher it. If there's even the vaguest chance that a battle map could hint at how a story will … [Link]

Mashable » Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is coming sooner than you think

Tuesday 18 July 10:51:34 UTC 2017

We already sort of knew, but now we really know: Samsung will launch its next flagship, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, in late August.  According to ePrice, Samsung Mobile chief DJ Koh recently confirmed as much at a meeting with journalists in Taiwan, saying the announcement will come at the end of next month.  SEE ALSO: Did Samsung just accidentally reveal … [Link]

Mashable » Ads that portray the stereotype of men being bad at housework will be banned

Tuesday 18 July 10:41:58 UTC 2017

Adverts that perpetuate gender stereotypes — including men failing to undertake simple household tasks — are to be banned under new regulations proposed by industry watchdog the Advertising Standards Agency (ASA). SEE ALSO: Sexism is the new clickbait. Find another route to internet fame. The new regulations put forth by the ASA will crack down on ads that portray activities as … [Link]

Mashable » Maybe stop bashing millennials with your obnoxious job ad if you want people to apply

Tuesday 18 July 10:15:36 UTC 2017

It’s fashionable, lately, to blame "lazy millennials" for everything, from their inability to save money to buy houses to their perceived narcissism.  SEE ALSO: Millennials, stop using Venmo to buy drugs So it doesn't exactly come as a surprise that this stereotype-ridden job ad for an office administrator is getting dragged everywhere.  The worst job ad you'll read today. (context: £15-20k, … [Link]

Slashdot » Facial Recognition Could Be Coming To Police Body Cameras

Tuesday 18 July 10:00:00 UTC 2017

schwit1 quotes a report from Defense One: Even if the cop who pulls you over doesn't recognize you, the body camera on his chest eventually just might. Device-maker Motorola will work with artificial intelligence software startup Neurala to build "real-time learning for a person of interest search" on products such as the Si500 body camera for police, the firm announced … [Link]

Mashable » Listen to the 'Game of Thrones' theme on traditional Southeast Asian folk instruments

Tuesday 18 July 9:57:50 UTC 2017

Here's something to tide you over till the next episode of Game of Thrones. Kontra-GaPi (Kontemporaryong Gamelan Pilipino) of the Philippines used traditional folk instruments from Southeast Asia to make a cool rendition of the Game of Thrones theme. The Gamelan, which features central in their ensemble, is a traditional Indonesian mallet instrument.  The group is the resident ethnic music … [Link]

Mashable » Man brings his vegan date a bouquet of kale and they say romance is dead

Tuesday 18 July 9:53:15 UTC 2017

Raise your hand if you've ever heard someone say, "I could never date a vegan." SEE ALSO: Stella McCartney is using ocean trash for luxury fashion One of the struggles of dating as a vegan is meeting some really close-minded idiots who say things like, "I would rather die than give up meat." That's why moments like the one this redditor … [Link]

Mashable » Here are all your favourite paintings with pandas instead of people

Tuesday 18 July 9:44:31 UTC 2017

These pandas are certainly shaking up the art scene. A Chinese online illustrator is re-imagining iconic paintings, but replacing the humans inside with pandas. The results are surprisingly unforgettable. SEE ALSO: The cutest solar farm ever is now live on the grid Here's Panda Lisa: Image: 阿尨/WEIBOThe Creation of Panda: Image: 阿尨/WEIBOPanda with a parasol: Image: 阿尨/WEIBOThe Vitruvian Panda: Image: 阿尨/WEIBOAnd … [Link]

Mashable » 'Game of Thrones' star Lena Headey had a fairly unexpected reaction to episode 1

Tuesday 18 July 9:43:50 UTC 2017

Lena Headey may be a die-hard Lannister in the Game of Thrones world, but on Twitter her allegiances lie elsewhere. SEE ALSO: An important countdown of the most memorable 'Game of Thrones' deaths Once the first episode of Season 7 had been shown in the UK, Headey (a.k.a. everyone's least favourite ruler, Cersei Lannister), shared her thoughts on the characters who … [Link]

Mashable » Annoying yet sorta fun virus makes you watch 'Homestar Runner'

Tuesday 18 July 9:28:25 UTC 2017

Remember the old days of viruses — which instead of holding your computer to ransom unless you pay hundreds of dollars like they do now — would just mildly annoy you with random changes. As you'll see in the case of Email-Worm.Win32.Lacon, which has been detailed in a video by YouTuber danoct1. On the 10th of every month, the virus … [Link]

Mashable » Infinity book store looks like an endless tunnel of books

Tuesday 18 July 9:27:55 UTC 2017

Imagine an infinite row of books as far as your eye can see. This bookstore and library in Yangzhou, eastern China, has transformed its space into an endless space of books, with some clever mirror trickery. SEE ALSO: Amazon's new bookstore isn't actually a bookstore. Please stop calling it a bookstore. Zhongshuge, which roughly translates to Bell Book Loft, is part … [Link]

Mashable » Cat that ingested antifreeze saved by the elixir of life: Vodka

Tuesday 18 July 9:11:38 UTC 2017

Vodka is the last drink you'd expect to save lives. Yet it was the antidote which helped a cat from Queensland, Australia, escape death after it was believed to have ingested a toxic antifreeze, possibly from a bait. SEE ALSO: Cat litters with better approval ratings than President Trump's right now Tipsy, as the feline is now known, was found next … [Link]

Mashable » Reelgood lets you search and track your favorite Netflix, Hulu shows in one place

Tuesday 18 July 9:09:57 UTC 2017

One site to rule them all is the mission of Reelgood, a service that just came out of beta on Monday and aggregates all the major cable and over the top (OTT) services in one place.  SEE ALSO: Netflix is totally destroying Hulu, Amazon, and YouTube in battle for screen time The beginnings of the site came together back in 2015, … [Link]

Mashable » This iPhone photo has made it onto billboards across the world

Tuesday 18 July 8:48:56 UTC 2017

You know what they say — it's not about the camera you have, it's what you do with it. When Filipino Instagrammer Francis Olarte snapped a photo of his niece, he wasn't expecting it to be seen by million across the world.  SEE ALSO: The future of the iPhone camera: 5x zoom, AI-powered, amazing in low light Francis, who currently resides … [Link]

Mashable » After 'Game of Thrones,' Ed Sheeran will feature in another cult TV show

Tuesday 18 July 8:39:53 UTC 2017

After he appeared in the long-awaited Game of Thrones premiere — dividing hardcore fans — Ed Sheeran is ready to feature in another cult TV show — The Simpsons.  SEE ALSO: Ed Sheeran's 'Game of Thrones' cameo made me extremely angry The singer-turned-actor confirmed on Instagram he will voice a character named Brandon in a musical-themed episode of the animated Fox … [Link]

Mashable » China launches self-driving patrol boats to rescue people from drowning

Tuesday 18 July 8:30:51 UTC 2017

Robotic speedboats now ply the waters of a large lake in China, which has seen multiple deaths from drowning over the years. The autonomous watercraft is equipped with GPS, cameras, and acoustic and infrared sensors.  It's aiding lifeguards at the Tian'e Lake in Hefei, eastern China, which receives tens of thousands of people each day during peak periods, according to park … [Link]

Slashdot » Long Working Days Can Cause Heart Problems, Study Says

Tuesday 18 July 7:00:00 UTC 2017

According to a major new study, long days at the office can be bad for your heart. While the risk of stroke is increased from working too many hours in the office, it seems that working more than 55 hours a week means a 40% higher chance of developing an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation), when compared to those with a … [Link]

Mashable » Ed Sheeran cracks down on ticket scalpers to save his fans money

Tuesday 18 July 5:54:34 UTC 2017

Ed Sheeran may have found a way to redeem himself for his dud of a cameo in this week's Game of Thrones. The singer has cancelled 10,000 of the tickets to his forthcoming London shows next June to prevent ticket resale sites from turning them around at massively inflated prices. SEE ALSO: Ed Sheeran's 'Game of Thrones' cameo made me extremely … [Link]

Mashable » Google Home now has an Australian accent

Tuesday 18 July 5:46:26 UTC 2017

Google Home wants to be Australian like football, meat pies, kangaroos and Holden cars. The voice-activated smart home device is set to launch in the country on Thursday, shipping with a distinctly Australian twang and an understanding of the local vernacular. SEE ALSO: Google Home review: Smaller, cheaper and smarter than the Amazon Echo "We've done a lot to make sure … [Link]

Slashdot » Artificial Sweeteners Associated With Weight Gain, Heart Problems In Analysis of Data From 37 Studies

Tuesday 18 July 3:30:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from NPR: The theory behind artificial sweeteners is simple: If you use them instead of sugar, you get the joy of sweet-tasting beverages and foods without the downer of extra calories, potential weight gain and related health issues. In practice, it's not so simple, as a review of the scientific evidence on non-nutritive sweeteners … [Link]

Mashable » Why that 'Game of Thrones' cold open was worse than 'Scooby Doo'

Tuesday 18 July 2:53:01 UTC 2017

Game of Thrones' season opening episodes are almost never regarded as the best of their ilk. From the "Winter is Coming" pilot onwards, they've all suffered the same problem: too much scene-setting and checking in with characters is required for much of interest to actually happen.  This is not necessarily a problem — we've had some excellent, top-ten worthy Episode 2s … [Link]

Mashable » Ed Sheeran deletes his Twitter within 24 hours of that 'Game of Thrones' cameo

Tuesday 18 July 1:31:31 UTC 2017

Singer-turned-actor Ed Sheeran had assured us earlier this month that he was just reading a lot of Harry Potter and taking a break from the Twitter hate, not quitting the platform completely as reported.  But on Monday afternoon — less than a full day after he appeared in the highly anticipated Game of Thrones season premiere — his Twitter account @edsheeran … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Rising life expectancy in England has slowed since recession

Tuesday 18 July 1:31:00 UTC 2017

The pace of improving life expectancies has halved in England since the global recession began. Austerity cuts to healthcare and social care may be to blame [Link]

Mashable » It only took hackers 3 minutes to steal $7 million worth of Ether

Tuesday 18 July 1:27:50 UTC 2017

All it took was three minutes.  Shortly after going live, CoinDash's July 17 Initial Coin Offering (ICO) was in serious trouble. The company, which allows for the trading of the popular cryptocurrency Ether (the "money unit" of the Ethereum platform), was all set for a big fundraising round with investors given the chance to invest in CoinDash with Ether. It's a … [Link]

Slashdot » $12 Billion In Private Student Loan Debt May Be Wiped Away By Missing Paperwork

Tuesday 18 July 1:25:00 UTC 2017

New submitter cdreimer shares a report from The New York Times (Warning: source may be paywalled; alternate source): Tens of thousands of people who took out private loans to pay for college but have not been able to keep up payments may get their debts wiped away because critical paperwork is missing. The troubled loans, which total at least $5 … [Link]

Slashdot » Windows 10 Creators Upgrade Cuts Support For Some Intel PCs Early

Tuesday 18 July 0:45:00 UTC 2017

Windows PCs with Intel's Clover Trail Atom chips will not upgrade to the Windows 10 Creators Update, which could wind up being trouble in the future. PCWorld reports: Owners of some Windows 10 laptops and tablets are crashing into a worrying roadblock when they try to install the Windows 10 Creators Update. Windows Update initially says the notebooks are compatible … [Link]

Mashable » Ataribox crowdfunding plan is a giant, flapping red flag

Tuesday 18 July 0:27:49 UTC 2017

Be concerned, Atari fans. At this point, there's only one fact about Ataribox that matters, and it didn't come from either of the vague press releases issued so far. As Eurogamer discovered in a June investor note, the console will be crowdfunded. SEE ALSO: I haven't owned a game console in 30 years, but I want the Ataribox "To limit risk … [Link]

Mashable » Embattled former Thinx CEO gets book deal months after settling sexual harassment complaint

Tuesday 18 July 0:25:26 UTC 2017

Former Thinx CEO and founder Mika Agrawal has just secured a new book deal, not long after she settled a sexual harassment complaint in May. This second book for Agrawal (her first came out in 2013) will be entitled Disrupt-Her and will focus on how women in the workplace can "remove filters that are holding them back." SEE ALSO: Thinx founder … [Link]

Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: What Are Some Developer Secrets That Could Sink Your Business?

Tuesday 18 July 0:05:00 UTC 2017

snydeq writes: In today's tech world, the developer is king — and we know it. But if you're letting us reign over your app dev strategy, you might be in for some surprises, thanks to what we aren't saying, writes an anonymous developer in a roundup of developer secrets that could sink the business. "The truth is, we developers aren't … [Link]

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