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.

ProgrammableWeb.com » In Other API Economy News: Google Activity Recognition API and More

Thursday 16 November 23:49:50 UTC 2017

It's been a while since we've gotten to review those stories that may have slipped through the cracks so let's take a look at what what going on in the world of APIs. [Link]

Mashable » Earth just had its 2nd-warmest October, and 2017 could be the 2nd-warmest year on record

Thursday 16 November 23:34:34 UTC 2017

President Donald Trump may not acknowledge this, but October was the second-warmest such month on record, worldwide, according to new data released by NASA.  There is now about a 94 percent likelihood that 2017 will rank as the second-warmest year, globally since at least 1880, when record-keeping began, according to Gavin Schmidt, who directs NASA's Goddard Institute for Space Studies in … [Link]

Slashdot » China Builds World's Fastest Hypersonic Wind Tunnel To Simulate Flight At 27,000 MPH

Thursday 16 November 23:20:00 UTC 2017

schwit1 quotes a report from South China Morning Post: China is building the world's fastest wind tunnel to simulate hypersonic flight at speeds of up to 12 kilometers per second (~27,000 miles per hour). Zhao Wei, a senior scientist working on the project, said researchers aimed to have the facility up and running by around 2020 to meet the pressing … [Link]

Mashable » Today's top tech deals: Dell laptops, Bose headphones, Samsung 4K TVs

Thursday 16 November 23:13:43 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Our top tech deals are here and you're gonna want to check these out.  Check some big gifts off your list with these epic sales on laptops and headphones, treat yo' self with a Roomba or get through the sale season with a shopping … [Link]

Mashable » How data helps medical professionals implement patient personalisation

Thursday 16 November 23:06:58 UTC 2017

In recent years, the scientific community has come to think about cancer — and cancer treatment — differently. Whereas in past decades, cancer was diagnosed, classified and treated according to the specific types of tissues it affected — breast cancer, for example, has traditionally been treated with drugs developed specifically for tumours in the breast — modern medicine takes a decidedly … [Link]

Mashable » Texas sheriff goes after truck with 'F*ck Trump' on it, and now the ACLU is involved

Thursday 16 November 23:04:32 UTC 2017

A window decal on a Texas pick-up truck is at the center of the latest controversy surrounding Donald Trump. After Fort Bend County Sheriff Troy Nehls was alerted of the crude anti-Trump sticker, which reads: "FUCK TRUMP AND FUCK YOU FOR VOTING FOR HIM," The Houston Chronicle reported he posted a warning on Facebook in hopes of identifying the owner of … [Link]

Mashable » Ladies, get your geek on with these femme-focused subscription boxes

Thursday 16 November 22:59:00 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Subscription boxes and geeks go together like Kirk and Spock, like Harry and Ron, like Eleven and Eggos.  Geeky subscription boxes play into our love for collectibles and our addiction to anticipation. And thanks to brands like Her Universe, and against the best efforts … [Link]

Mashable » Here's how the FCC just challenged the scourge of robocallers

Thursday 16 November 22:57:02 UTC 2017

Americans may get around 2.4 billion robocalls a month, so the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) just endowed phone companies with a new weapon.  On Thursday, the FCC announced that phone companies — like Sprint and AT&T — can now proactively block certain phone numbers before a robocall can even happen.  SEE ALSO: What's behind the recent uptick in robocalls? According to … [Link]

Mashable » Invest in more sustainable bedsheets with this Kickstarter campaign

Thursday 16 November 22:49:53 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Everyone loves sleeping, right? That much is made even more evident from how often sleeping-related startups succeed from crowdfunding. With so many options available to us to improve our sleep experience, why not add this eco-friendly bedding on Kickstarter to the mix. SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Slashdot » Jack Dorsey Responds To Serial Killer Who Found His Victims Through Suicidal Twitter Posts

Thursday 16 November 22:40:00 UTC 2017

AmiMoJo shares a report from NHK WORLD: Twitter's CEO is reacting to a grisly case in Japan where a suspected serial killer allegedly found his victims through their suicidal posts on the social media platform. In an interview with NHK, Jack Dorsey said it is unrealistic and impossible to remove suicidal tweets. But he said he hoped Twitter could become … [Link]

Mashable » Get a better night's sleep with some help from sleep tech

Thursday 16 November 22:39:43 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. You gotta get your eight hours in, y'all. A lack of quality sleep is not only bad for your physical and emotional health, it also leads to decreased productivity and some reports show that it's affecting our global economy. The CDC has called out … [Link]

Mashable » Apple releases iOS 11.1.2 to fix your chilly iPhone X

Thursday 16 November 22:33:23 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ hello again, risk-taking, innovative Apple. ","image":"http~ iPhone X: The Review","sources":[{~ choice,iphone x","sec0":null,&quot~ choice,iphone x","videoSeriesName"~ More about Apple, Software Update, Apps And Software, Ios 11, and Iphone X [Link]

Mashable » Getting real about AI: 5 of the top myths about artificial intelligence and why they aren’t true

Thursday 16 November 22:23:16 UTC 2017

Paid Content byIBMAlthough artificial intelligence (AI) has been around for decades, it has become increasingly prevalent in recent years. AI is an area of computer science that aims to create machines that work and interact like humans. This often includes the use of cognitive technologies, which are designed to augment human intelligence through the ability to understand, reason, learn, and interact … [Link]

Mashable » Hey Trekkies, you're gonna want this 'Star Trek' Bluetooth communicator

Thursday 16 November 22:22:56 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Star Trek fans know well how much Trekkie merch is out there — considering the franchise was launched in 1966, trying to collect 30+ years of themed stuff is quite the task. And with the recent premiere of Star Trek: Discovery, there's bound to … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » ForwardLane Launches Introduces Two AI-Driven FinTech APIs

Thursday 16 November 22:22:07 UTC 2017

ForwardLane, an AI-driven FinTech startup, has introduced two new APIs: the Personalized Insights API and the Expert Conversation API. Both APIs utilize natural language processing (NLP) and deep learning to provide insights to financial professionals. ForwardLane's machine learning technology enables the delivery of custom insights on a per client basis. [Link]

Mashable » Giant 231-pound sticker ball just broke a Guinness World Record

Thursday 16 November 22:21:45 UTC 2017

  A Guinness World Record holder named Saul the Sticker Ball lives in Longmont, Colorado. It doesn't really live, though. It's a 231-pound giant ball made from over 200,000 stickers and labels.   John Fischer is the CEO of a company called StickerGiant and, with the help of his employees, they created Saul.  The Guinness World Records uploaded a video … [Link]

Mashable » Your next taxi driver might be a robot

Thursday 16 November 22:07:43 UTC 2017

Waymo is bringing autonomous taxis to the Phoenix metropolitan area and Navya will be soon to follow. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Uber, Autonomous Cars, Self Driving Cars, and Lyft [Link]

Mashable » 'Rampage' trailer: Finally, a movie in which Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is the puny one

Thursday 16 November 22:00:48 UTC 2017

Turns out there is a way to make Dwayne Johnson look small, and it's by making him star alongside a CG gorilla the size of a building. SEE ALSO: Dwayne 'the Rock' Johnson has a theory about why he was usurped as sexiest man alive Rampage stars Johnson as a primatologist who gets wrapped up in a global catastrophe after … [Link]

Slashdot » New EU Consumer Protection Law Contains a Vague Website Blocking Clause

Thursday 16 November 22:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Bleeping Computer: The European Union (EU) has voted on Tuesday, November 14, to pass the new Consumer Protection Cooperation regulation, a new EU-wide applicable law that gives extra power to national consumer protection agencies, but which also contains a vaguely worded clause that also grants them the power to block and take down … [Link]

Mashable » Amazon Key has a flaw that could let hackers knock out the security camera

Thursday 16 November 21:58:37 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ betting you will.","image":&quot~ Key offers package delivery, inside your home","sources":[{&q~ bezos,amazon prime,alexa,amazon prime video,echo,key,real-time,real-time video,real time,real-time-video,real time video,amazon key","sec0":null,&qu~ bezos,amazon prime,alexa,amazon prime video,echo,key,real-time,real-time video,real time,real-time-video,real time video,amazon key","videoSeriesName&quo~ More about Amazon, Security Flaw, Amazon Key, Tech, and Cybersecurity [Link]

Mashable » EA denies accusations that 'Star Wars Battlefront II' loot boxes are a form of gambling

Thursday 16 November 21:52:16 UTC 2017

The loot box system in Star Wars Battlefront II does not constitute as gambling, EA said in a statement today. This is in response to many people saying that it is, in fact, gambling by definition. EA has been under fire for the loot box progression system in Star Wars Battlefront II since it was first revealed. Members of the gaming … [Link]

Mashable » If you constantly burn your tongue and never learn your lesson, you need this magic mug

Thursday 16 November 21:50:52 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Skipping Starbucks and its line in the morning initially seemed like a time-saver — until you realize your home coffee maker produces java as hot as lava and you have to wait ten minutes anyway. Isn't this supposed to be the future? Though multiple … [Link]

Mashable » The 12 sexiest men alive that aren't Blake Shelton, thank God

Thursday 16 November 21:44:47 UTC 2017

Blake Shelton became People's Sexiest Man Alive on Tuesday and we all collectively let out a big sigh.  Image: giphySeriously People? There are a ton of reliable (unproblematic) men who should grace the cover and restore faith in what makes celebrities actually sexy.  SEE ALSO: I work for 'People' and I am unreasonably obsessed with Blake Shelton Here are a few … [Link]

Mashable » How to watch Elon Musk unveil the Tesla Semi truck

Thursday 16 November 21:27:11 UTC 2017

Tesla will finally show off its new semi-truck design tonight, so you should probably tune in to see exactly what Elon Musk & Co. has in store with its first stab at an all-electric, heavy-duty electric vehicle.   SEE ALSO: Here are all the companies besides Tesla that are building trucks of the future The event will be held near the … [Link]

Mashable » Derrick attempts to beat his coworkers in an arm wrestling match

Thursday 16 November 21:18:51 UTC 2017

Derrick teaches himself the sport of armwrestling, and uses what he learns on his coworkers. It doesn't end well. Subscribe to Watercooler for more awesome videos! Read more… More about Watercooler, Endurance, In A Day, Derrick Deblasis, and Mentalism [Link]

Mashable » Inside the reckoning of the alt-right on Twitter

Thursday 16 November 21:16:09 UTC 2017

Twitter gave Jason Kessler a blue checkmark last week. That might not sound noteworthy to someone removed from the daily drama of Twitter, but that single decision reinvigorated one of Twitter's oldest controversies: that neo-Nazis, white supremacists, and members of the alt-right operate in full view on Twitter, spreading hate speech.  This time, however, the move to verify Kessler, which happened … [Link]

Slashdot » Federal Extreme Vetting Plan Castigated By Tech Experts

Thursday 16 November 21:15:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares an Associated Press report: Leading researchers castigated a federal plan that would use artificial intelligence methods to scrutinize immigrants and visa applicants, saying it is unworkable as written and likely to be "inaccurate and biased" if deployed. The experts, a group of more than 50 computer and data scientists, mathematicians and other specialists in automated decision-making, … [Link]

Mashable » This R2-D2 coffee press is out of this world

Thursday 16 November 21:09:02 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ might be the droid you're looking for.","image":"~ R2-D2 coffee press is out of this world","sources":[{&~ wars,coffee,r2d2","sec0&q~ wars,coffee,r2d2","videoS~ More about Food, Star Wars, Coffee, R2d2, and Culture [Link]

Mashable » 5 captivating films you don't want to miss this year

Thursday 16 November 20:58:26 UTC 2017

With only a handful of blockbusters left this year, it's time to start thinking about Award Season! Clint, Ti and Mashable's Laura Prudom (@LauInLA) run down the 5 under the radar movies you CAN'T sleep on for the rest of the year. Subscribe to CineFix for more movie-related content. Read more…More about Oscars, Star Wars, Margot Robbie, Justice League, and Jeffrey … [Link]

Mashable » A new 'Lord of the Rings' series is coming to Amazon

Thursday 16 November 20:56:55 UTC 2017

The Lord of the Rings is being turned into a TV series. Amazon announced that it bought the rights to the globally popular franchise for $200 million. It was also reported that a spin-off series might be in the making.  Read more…More about Watercooler, Twitter, Tv, Amazon, and Internet [Link]

Slashdot » Firefox Will Block Navigational Data URIs as Part of an Anti-Phishing Feature

Thursday 16 November 20:35:00 UTC 2017

Catalin Cimpanu, writing for BleepingComputer: Mozilla will soon block the loading of data URIs in the Firefox navigation bar as part of a crackdown on phishing sites that abuse this protocol. The data: URI scheme (RFC 2397) was deployed in 1998 when developers were looking for ways to embed files in other files. What they came up with was the … [Link]

Mashable » Sarah Silverman on Louis C.K.: 'The only people that matter right now are the victims'

Thursday 16 November 20:31:45 UTC 2017

On this week's episode of her new Hulu show, I Love You, America, Sarah Silverman — a longtime friend of admitted sexual harasser Louis C.K. — shares a moment of sincere heartbreak, confusion, and anger in response to the news. Ever since C.K.'s harassment was exposed by a New York Times article on Nov. 9, fans have been anticipating Silverman's … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: Facebook, Callsign, Nylas, Abios

Thursday 16 November 20:22:38 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]

Mashable » Trump administration says hunters can bring African elephant trophies into the U.S.

Thursday 16 November 20:01:10 UTC 2017

Massive ivory tusks from legally hunted African elephants can once again be brought into the United States. Although the Obama administration banned the importation of African elephant trophies in 2014, on Wednesday the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service confirmed with ABC News that the ban had been lifted for Zimbabwe and Zambia, two nations with sizable elephant populations. The decision to … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook steps on YouTube's turf with a creator-focused video app

Thursday 16 November 20:00:00 UTC 2017

Facebook is getting serious about high-quality video, and that means getting serious about the people that make high-quality video. Facebook launched a new app Thursday that it calls a "one stop shop" for all creators. The "Facebook for Creators" app offers exclusive features for making and promoting videos as well connecting with their viewers.  SEE ALSO: More than half this country … [Link]

Mashable » Burton's U.S. Winter Olympic uniforms are very old-school NASA

Thursday 16 November 19:52:29 UTC 2017

If you love snowboarding and you're a space nerd the 2018 Winter Olympics are for you. Burton Snowboards released the official U.S. snowboard team uniforms for the upcoming  Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea, and guess what: They're astronaut themed. The uniforms were inspired by NASA's history according to a press release, and even give a nod to the space administration's old-school … [Link]

Mashable » Doctors detected CTE in a living football player, bringing us closer to next frontier in treatment

Thursday 16 November 19:50:04 UTC 2017

For the first time, neurologists claim to have diagnosed a degenerative brain disease associated with repetitive head injuries in a living veteran of the National Football League (NFL). The finding, along with other recent research, could pave the way toward early diagnosis and effective treatments to reduce the severity of the illness or prevent it altogether.  The illness, known as Chronic … [Link]

Slashdot » Hollywood Strikes Back Against Illegal Streaming Kodi Add-ons

Thursday 16 November 19:50:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: An anti-piracy alliance supported by many major US and UK movie studios, broadcasters and content providers has dealt a blow to the third-party Kodi add-on scene after it successfully forced a number of popular piracy-linked streaming tools offline. In what appears to be a coordinated crackdown, developers including jsergio123 and The_Alpha, who are responsible … [Link]

Mashable » Will Google Pixel Buds Bury the AirPods?

Thursday 16 November 19:44:16 UTC 2017

Read more…More about Airpods, Mashable Reels, Pixel Buds, Tech, and Consumer Tech [Link]

Mashable » Amazon drops Black Friday deals on Echo, Samsung, and Sony devices

Thursday 16 November 19:33:56 UTC 2017

Amazon is gearing up for Black Friday with deals on your favorite products from Sony, Samsung, Nikon, and more.  The retail giant is also offering Amazon devices, including the Echo Dot, the Amazon Cloud Cam, the Fire HD tablet, and the Kindle at some of their lowest prices of the year. We've picked out the best deals for you to keep … [Link]

Mashable » Instagram now lets you create Stories without the app

Thursday 16 November 19:18:10 UTC 2017

Instagram’s website just became a much more viable alternative to the full app. The company is adding the ability for users to create Stories right from the mobile version of its website. The feature is starting to roll out now, along with the ability to save posts from mobile web. SEE ALSO: You can now post your pics on Instagram without … [Link]

Mashable » Your smartphone could help power future cancer cures

Thursday 16 November 19:08:29 UTC 2017

In the field of potentially life-saving cancer research, data is more than just a buzzy term deployed by marketers — it’s a fundamental part of the search for answers. Computing power, says Dr Warren Kaplan, the Chief of Informatics at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research, is quickly emerging as a precious resource in the quest to solve cancer and other … [Link]

Slashdot » Apology After Japanese Train Departs 20 Seconds Early

Thursday 16 November 19:05:00 UTC 2017

Several readers share a BBC report: A rail company in Japan has apologised after one of its trains departed 20 seconds early. Management on the Tsukuba Express line between Tokyo and the city of Tsukuba say they "sincerely apologise for the inconvenience" caused. In a statement, the company said the train had been scheduled to leave at 9:44:40 local time … [Link]

Mashable » Pick up this best-selling power bank for less than $35

Thursday 16 November 19:02:27 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. We all have those moments where outlets seem to elude us whenever we need to charge our phones. For those moments, this best-selling power bank can lend a hand and it's 60% right now. The Portable Charger PowerCore 20100 is a slim, lightweight power … [Link]

Mashable » Angelina Jolie addresses sexual assault in Hollywood during UN speech

Thursday 16 November 19:00:45 UTC 2017

Angelina Jolie was one of the many women in October to come forward accusing producer Harvey Weinstein of sexual harassment, and she's not slowing down anytime soon when it comes to discussing misconduct in Hollywood  On Wednesday, the actress and activist spoke in Vancouver at the U.N. Peacekeeping Defense Ministerial Conference and delivered stirring words about cracking down on sexual abuse … [Link]

Mashable » Use your computer's extra power to mine cryptocurrency—and help low-income people pay bail

Thursday 16 November 18:47:11 UTC 2017

People are used to rounding up their spare change or running lots of apps in the background of their computer. Two new programs are taking those well-known strategies and using them to support bail funds for people who can't pay.  Appolition, which launched Tuesday, lets users round up their credit card purchases to the nearest dollar and donate the remainder to … [Link]

Mashable » Why Star Wars fans are thrilled by these vacuums

Thursday 16 November 18:31:16 UTC 2017

When Star Wars: A New Hope first hit theaters on May 25, 1977, an icon was born. In the 40 years since the film made its debut, and with more stories being told, the brand has cemented its status as a cornerstone of our pop culture for multiple generations. In the lead up to Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Samsung has … [Link]

Mashable » A thorough and ridiculous step-by-step guide for baking pumpkin pie

Thursday 16 November 18:26:38 UTC 2017

Pumpkins don’t get much love for 10 months of the year. It's a sad time to be a pumpkin in the summer months, but come October that round orange plant reigns supreme.  YouTube channel You Suck At Cooking offers a bizarre and somewhat detailed walkthrough on the art of baking the most delicious pumpkin food creation — the humble pumpkin … [Link]

Slashdot » Amazon Key Flaw Could Let Rogue Deliverymen Disable Your Camera

Thursday 16 November 18:26:00 UTC 2017

Security researchers claim to have discovered a flaw in Amazon's Key Service, which if exploited, could let a driver re-enter your house after dropping off a delivery. From a report: When Amazon launched its Amazon Key service last month, it also offered a remedy for anyone who might be creeped out that the service gives random strangers unfettered access to … [Link]

Mashable » Here are all the companies besides Tesla that are building trucks of the future

Thursday 16 November 18:23:05 UTC 2017

Tesla will reveal its semi-truck design tonight in a highly anticipated event in Hawthorne, California, reaching another goal in founder Elon Musk's "Master Plan" for the company.  The semi is the automaker's first shot at disrupting the trucking industry in the same way it brought all-electric cars to the forefront of the consumer auto conversation — but Tesla won't be alone … [Link]

Mashable » Toy R Us has tons of deals on games and consoles this Black Friday

Thursday 16 November 18:11:32 UTC 2017

Toys R Us is one of the last big retailers to reveal its Black Friday catalog, which includes some great deals on video games and consoles. SEE ALSO: Here's every amazing Black Friday gaming deal in one easy list The Toys R Us Black Friday 2017 catalog, available to peruse on BestBlackFriday, showcases a lot of deals that are comparable to … [Link]

Mashable » The OnePlus 5T is here with a larger screen and even better dual cameras

Thursday 16 November 18:00:00 UTC 2017

Scrappy Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus isn't waiting until next year to unleash its next major Android smartphone. Less than six months after launching the highly-rated OnePlus 5, the company that's built its reputation delivering premium phones with flagship specs at half the cost of competitors, is back again to launch the better OnePlus 5T. SEE ALSO: Why Brooklyn is the perfect … [Link]

Slashdot » OnePlus 5T Featuring 6-inch AMOLED Display, 3.5mm Headphone Jack Launched

Thursday 16 November 17:38:00 UTC 2017

Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus, which has been lauded by consumers for offering phones with top-of-the-line specs at a reasonably affordable price range, on Thursday at an event in New York announced its newest flagship smartphone. Called the OnePlus 5T, the handset sports a 6.01-inch AMOLED screen (screen resolution 1080 x 2160) manufactured by Samsung in a body that is roughly … [Link]

Mashable » Bet you never thought to hide your car keys here

Thursday 16 November 17:18:36 UTC 2017

This smart lock box is specially designed to hold car keys. It's super strong, crash-proof, and you can use bluetooth or a manual combo to lock and unlock it. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Bluetooth, Real Time, Real Time Video, and Real Time [Link]

Mashable » 'Fantastic Beasts' isn't going to recast Johnny Depp, and that's a huge mistake

Thursday 16 November 17:15:04 UTC 2017

There was a time when Harry Potter fans would have been delighted to see Johnny Depp in their beloved films – heck, there was a time when we didn't know Depp had abused his ex-wife, and neither of those times is now.  On Thursday, Warner Bros. released the first cast photo for the upcoming Fantastic Beasts sequel, with the shockingly tone-deaf … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Brain training game linked to lower dementia risk a decade later

Thursday 16 November 17:09:35 UTC 2017

Could just ten sessions of brain training be enough to lower your risk of dementia by 29 per cent a decade later? A study suggests so, but some are sceptical [Link]

Mashable » First Minute Shopping: 8 of the best holiday gifts to check off your list early this year

Thursday 16 November 17:00:44 UTC 2017

Paid Content | eBayMake eBay your first-stop shopping destination this year with the best gifts this season, all in one place! Because you’re sure to enjoy the holidays more when you get your shopping done early and done rightTrying to figure out the perfect gift for everyone on your holiday list is a challenge that seems to get harder every year. … [Link]

New Scientist – News » We just sent a message to try to talk to aliens on another world

Thursday 16 November 17:00:00 UTC 2017

We've just sent a message to a nearby star to see if there's any life there – and we'll only have to wait 25 years for a reply [Link]

Mashable » Lyft enlists team of live-streaming experts to work on apps

Thursday 16 November 17:00:00 UTC 2017

Lyft has something new that isn't exactly shiny or directly car-related. Uber's largest competitor in the U.S. has hired 12 live-streaming video experts to focus on both the driver and passenger apps.  SEE ALSO: Lyft is finally going international The new hires come from Kamcord, a live video app that launched in 2012 as a Twitch for mobile games. The Y … [Link]

Mashable » Calling all space enthusiasts: Use planets to tell the time with this solar system watch

Thursday 16 November 16:55:08 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. If you keep up with NASA at all, you'll know that they recently made a kind of huge discovery: Trappist-1, a solar system older than ours with seven Earth-sized planets. It's fine, I'm fine, everything is fine. What better way to show this system … [Link]

Mashable » The OnePlus 5T delivers a huge screen with slim bezels starting at $499

Thursday 16 November 16:54:11 UTC 2017

After weeks of rumors, OnePlus's latest flagship phone, the OnePlus 5T, is now official. The young and growing Chinese phone maker's 5T is a direct jab at Samsung and Google's flagship Android phones. Why pay $650 for a Pixel 2 or even $1,000 for a Note 8 when you can get a premium phone with similar features for $500? SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Slashdot » Phone Companies Get New Tools To Block Spam Calls

Thursday 16 November 16:51:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: Phone companies will have greater authority to block questionable calls from reaching customers as regulators adopted new rules to combat automated messages known as robocalls. Rules adopted Thursday by the Federal Communications Commission represent the latest tools against "robocalls," which pester consumers, sometimes multiple times each day, and often push scams. Phone companies can … [Link]

Mashable » I long to be the person who found Diana Ross's lost fanny pack at Marshalls

Thursday 16 November 16:45:24 UTC 2017

The person in this world of whom I am most jealous is not a star, not a politician, not a billionaire. No, friends. It is the person who found Diana Ross's fanny pack inside an off-price department store. The 73-year-old music icon was reportedly shopping for a gift at a Los Angeles Marshalls when she, no doubt overwhelmed by the preponderance … [Link]

Mashable » Photo shows smiling Sen. Al Franken groping news anchor

Thursday 16 November 16:40:34 UTC 2017

News anchor and model Leeann Tweeden says Senator Al Franken kissed her without consent, and groped her while she was asleep during a 2006 United Service Organizations trip to put on performances for United States soldiers in the Middle East.  Tweeden published her account on Thursday, and it includes a picture of Franken groping Tweeden after she fell asleep while wearing … [Link]

Mashable » Turn almost anything into a gamepad or keyboard with MagicKey

Thursday 16 November 16:37:44 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. If you grew up in the '80s or '90s, the gifts at the top of your annual Christmas and Hanukkah lists likely included the OG Nintendo Gameboy, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers action figures, a Furby, and — of course — Beanie Babies. Well, meet … [Link]

Mashable » Tesla Semi truck launch: What to expect and why it matters

Thursday 16 November 16:35:50 UTC 2017

Elon Musk is a man with a plan and, yes, a giant semi-truck fits right inside it. The all-electric cargo mover, which Musk will unveil publicly for the first time on Thursday, fits neatly between the affordable all-electric Tesla Model 3 Musk is currently struggling to produce in volume and ride-sharing on steroids. SEE ALSO: Tesla has bad news if you're … [Link]

Mashable » Why this woman wants to make 'upskirting' a sexual offence in the UK

Thursday 16 November 16:33:43 UTC 2017

Gina Martin was watching The Killers perform at a British music festival over the summer, when two guys kept hitting on her, and wouldn't take no for an answer. What happened next made her launch a campaign to change the law.  "Then, I saw one of them looking at a picture of my crotch on their phone. They had done it … [Link]

Mashable » Samsung, Apple, Sony, Microsoft, and more in Newegg's killer Black Friday deals

Thursday 16 November 16:24:33 UTC 2017

In a market loaded with expensive phones, computers, and smart devices, lower-tier electronics are getting huge discounts this Black Friday.  SEE ALSO: Snag these early Black Friday deals on iMac, Playstation, Samsung TVs, and more Newegg's Black Friday deals leaked yesterday, and there are some major discounts for anyone who's looking for new gadgets on a budget, with some products marked … [Link]

Mashable » Is this the world's best travel jacket? Its Kickstarter fans seem to think so.

Thursday 16 November 16:21:11 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Imagine seeking $20,000 through Kickstarter to fund your new idea. Imagine meeting that goal in five hours. Imagine raising a casual $9.2 million by the time your fundraiser finally wrapped up. That was the reality of a guy named Hiral Sanghavi in 2015 when he debuted the all-in-one … [Link]

Mashable » Bride pranks groom with a fake first look and his reaction is priceless

Thursday 16 November 16:17:35 UTC 2017

Weddings are unforgettable ― everything from the ceremony to the way everyone is dressed will hopefully stay in the lucky couple's memory forever.  One Arizona bride made sure her groom would never forget how she looked on their wedding day, but not in the way you'd expect. Bride Erin Goldberg wanted to surprise her groom Ean Goldberg during the first look … [Link]

Mashable » Watch TV in the shower with this handy phone holder

Thursday 16 November 16:13:03 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. The shower is a fantastic invention. It keeps us clean and prevents us from smelling like the bus. But it doesn’t have a good spot for propping up your phone. What are you supposed to do? Put it in your left armpit while you … [Link]

Slashdot » Internal Kaspersky Investigation Says NSA Worker's Computer Was Infested with Malware

Thursday 16 November 16:12:00 UTC 2017

A reader shares a report: The personal computer of an NSA worker who took government hacking tools and classified documents home with him was infected with a backdoor trojan, unrelated to these tools, that could have been used by criminal hackers to steal the US government files, according to a new report being released Thursday by Kaspersky Lab in response … [Link]

Mashable » Gifts ideas for every kind of Star Wars geek

Thursday 16 November 16:01:01 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Odds are, you know at least one Star Wars fan (and if not, you need to find some new friends.) The franchise is so huge and popular (and marketable) that there are literally thousands of Star Wars products available online. SEE ALSO: Make your … [Link]

Mashable » You can now reach peak-millennial with some overpriced avocado toast holiday ornaments

Thursday 16 November 15:51:42 UTC 2017

If you wish to become a parody of a millennial this Christmas, consider buying an overpriced holiday ornament of avocado toast.  That's right, the avocado toast has reached peak avocado toast just in time for the holidays, and for a whopping $17 from cookware company Sur La Table, you can really stick it to the haters out there by putting this … [Link]

Mashable » This is where your old technology goes to die

Thursday 16 November 15:50:35 UTC 2017

The Gowanus E-Waste Warehouse in Brooklyn houses pretty much every single type of retro tech gadget you can think of, and walking through the aisles is the ultimate TBT. The warehouse processes and recycles 1 million pounds of E-waste each year, while refurbishing as many of the items as possible to give old tech new life. Read more…More about Tech, Technology, … [Link]

Mashable » The logo on this phone case is what powers its suite of accessories

Thursday 16 November 15:48:53 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. At first glance, this just looks like a regular iPhone case, but in fact that logo is composed of some pretty cool tech.  SEE ALSO: PhoneSoap 2.0 is a sanitizing smartphone case The Case By Case Kickstarter page bills itself as "the best phone … [Link]

Mashable » This high-tech glove lets you control a drone with your hand gestures

Thursday 16 November 15:41:49 UTC 2017

The Aura drone uses advanced stabilization and connectivity to be controlled remotely using hand gestures. Read more…More about Technology, Mashable Video, Kids, Drones, and Gifts [Link]

Mashable » Tilting skyscraper window lets you hover 1,000 feet over Chicago

Thursday 16 November 15:38:40 UTC 2017

TILT! is a steel and glass kinetic platform that rotates 30 degrees leaning outward the John Hancock Center facade. It was engineered by Thornton Tomasetti as one of 360 Chicago's attractions letting the visitors hang 1,000 feet above the city enjoying panoramic views of the iconic skyline and Lake Michigan. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Chicago, View, Window, and Panoramic [Link]

Mashable » Save 58% on this best-selling salt lamp, perfect for your new age aesthetic

Thursday 16 November 15:37:10 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Make your home or office space a little more soothing with this best-selling Himalayan salt lamp that's 58% off. According to the product page, this salt lamp is made from salt crystals from the Himalayan mountains. It features a heat-resistant dimmer to adjust the … [Link]

Slashdot » China Cyber Watchdog Rejects Censorship Critics, Says Internet Must Be 'Orderly'

Thursday 16 November 15:25:00 UTC 2017

China's top cyber authority on Thursday rejected a recent report ranking it last out of 65 countries for press freedom, saying the internet must be "orderly" and the international community should join it in addressing fake news and other cyber issues. From a report: Ren Xianliang, vice minister of the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), said the rapid development of … [Link]

Mashable » The best advice to read if you're struggling to quit a job you hate

Thursday 16 November 15:23:20 UTC 2017

You know you’re on the wrong career path, but can’t pull yourself away. To do so would be to give up all you’ve invested and admit failure (to everyone). So, you stick it out—despite desperately wanting to change course. Sound familiar? It turns out, there’s actually a name for this kind of behavior: the escalation of commitment. SEE ALSO: How to … [Link]

Mashable » Freshen your space with this best-selling oil diffuser that's on sale

Thursday 16 November 15:22:19 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. If you're looking to freshen up your personal space, then this best-selling oil diffuser from URPOWER could do the trick.  According to the product page, this device is good for rooms up to 215 square feet, and since it's compact, you can easily bring … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook will livestream 47 college basketball games as its live sports efforts grow

Thursday 16 November 15:20:09 UTC 2017

Facebook is streaming live college basketball games this season as it tries to impress users with high-end video in its new Watch tab. The games feature a variety of divisions and even includes some conference games from teams in the Big Ten, the Pac-12, and the ACC Coastal Division. SEE ALSO: Facebook's 'Trust Indicators' is another small, small step in its … [Link]

Mashable » Good fats: They're for real, and can be great for you

Thursday 16 November 15:14:21 UTC 2017

Paid Content by Avocados from MexicoThere was a time in the not-so-distant past when low-fat food items and diets were all the rageMany people had begun to believe that fat was inherently and always bad, and that avoiding it when possible was beneficial to a holistically healthy lifestyle.But in the past few years, that myth has been effectively busted. The science … [Link]

Slashdot » 37% of Netflix Subscribers Say They Binge-Watch While at Work

Thursday 16 November 14:45:00 UTC 2017

On-demand video streaming service Netflix has found that more people than ever are watching video outside their homes. About 67% of people now watch movies and TV shows in public, according to an online survey it commissioned of 37,000 adults around the world. The survey also found that about 37% of Netflix's US subscribers binge-watch shows and movies while at … [Link]

Mashable » London theatre receives 20 claims of inappropriate behaviour by Kevin Spacey

Thursday 16 November 14:35:59 UTC 2017

One of the first people to come forward to accuse Kevin Spacey of sexual harassment was Mexican actor Roberto Cavazos, who alleged the Hollywood star preyed on many young actors while he was artistic director of the London's Old Vic theatre (2004 – 2015)  SEE ALSO: 'Difficult People' repeatedly joked about Kevin Spacey Now, the theatre has released results of its … [Link]

Mashable » Here's your first official glimpse of Jude Law as Dumbledore in 'Fantastic Beasts 2'

Thursday 16 November 14:28:33 UTC 2017

Yesterday we got a cryptic picture of a couple of wands lying next to each other: today, we have something much more concrete. SEE ALSO: 'Fantastic Beasts's sequel adds new cast, including Harry Potter superfan Jessica Williams On Thursday, a teaser video of the main Fantastic Beasts 2 cast was released on social media, along with a brand new title: Fantastic … [Link]

Mashable » Microsoft’s Surface Book 2 really is a beautiful beast

Thursday 16 November 14:22:05 UTC 2017

Read more… {"player":{"descript~ Surface Book has become a tome.","image":&quot~ on the Microsoft Surface Book 2","sources":[{&quot~ 10,surface book,panos panay,surface book 2","sec0":null,&quot~ 10,surface book,panos panay,surface book 2","videoSeriesName"~ More about Microsoft, Reviews, Review, Computer, and Laptop [Link]

Mashable » It’s not you… except when it is: A guide to getting promoted

Thursday 16 November 14:22:01 UTC 2017

Until recently, the dominant workplace narrative about Millennials was that they were opportunistic job-hoppers. But a new report from Deloitte tells a different story: Rather than plan to leave their current companies within the next 24 months, as they had in recent years, Millennials increasingly see themselves staying with their employers for five years or longer. The trend toward workplace longevity … [Link]

Slashdot » Foreign Students Have Begun To Shun the United States

Thursday 16 November 14:06:00 UTC 2017

In a potential threat to future U.S. innovation, new international enrollment at U.S. colleges is down for the first time in more than a decade, according to a new report. From the report: It is the first hard sign that the Trump administration's rhetoric may be frightening away some of the world's best and brightest who traditionally have been drawn … [Link]

Mashable » Dwayne 'the Rock' Johnson has a theory about why he was usurped as sexiest man alive

Thursday 16 November 13:10:55 UTC 2017

If, like any reasonable person, you are outraged at the Rock losing his seat as sexiest man alive, the man himself is here to explain. SEE ALSO: In an extremely mature move, Tyrese won't participate in 'Fast & Furious 9' if The Rock does Following the news that People magazine had chosen Blake Shelton as their "sexiest man alive", Dwayne "the … [Link]

Slashdot » The Brutal Fight To Mine Your Data and Sell It To Your Boss

Thursday 16 November 13:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report from Bloomberg, explaining how Silicon Valley makes billions of dollars peddling personal information, supported by an ecosystem of bit players. Editor Drake Bennett highlights the battle between an upstart called HiQ and LinkedIn, who are fighting for your lucrative professional identity. Here's an excerpt from the report: A small number of the world's most … [Link]

Mashable » Far-right personalities around the world are feeling the impact of Twitter's new verification policy

Thursday 16 November 12:51:19 UTC 2017

Twitter has changed its verified profiles policy, saying it will strip the blue checkmark from accounts that don't follow the new guidelines.  SEE ALSO: Twitter is removing verification checkmarks from accounts that break its rules And its impact is now being felt among far-right personalities in the U.S. and UK.  Tommy Robinson, prominent British rightwing personality and founder of the English … [Link]

Mashable » Colin Farrell's childhood crush story is hilariously strange

Thursday 16 November 12:41:59 UTC 2017

Many young boys and girls have posters of a celebrity crush up on their bedroom walls. It's pretty normal, right? Leaving notes and candy in the hope your crush — who also happens to have been dead for 40 years — will come and collect it, though — that's slightly less normal. SEE ALSO: Colin Farrell talks about getting awkwardly … [Link]

Mashable » Creative dude creates action movie proposal video, screens it during the trailers at the cinema

Thursday 16 November 12:09:41 UTC 2017

Watching the trailers is one of the best things about going to the cinema. And, one cinema-goer at a cinema in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, got even more of a treat than she bargained for.  Louise Treen was at her local Vue cinema getting ready to watch Paddington 2 when a trailer her boyfriend Damian Paul made began screening during the … [Link]

Mashable » Jordan Peele jokes about 'Get Out' being categorized as a comedy

Thursday 16 November 11:36:43 UTC 2017

Get Out being submitted as a comedy for the Golden Globe Awards has raised a few eyebrows, and here to joke about it is Jordan Peele. SEE ALSO: Jordan Peele snuck into a class about his own movie and we're wildly jealous Peele was a guest on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Wednesday night, and Colbert asked him … [Link]

Mashable » Kim Kardashian downs sardine smoothie to avoid pregnancy question

Thursday 16 November 11:08:57 UTC 2017

Kim Kardashian will happily rank her sisters in order of best-to-worst dressed or answer a question about Kanye West's most annoying habit (apparently he constantly falls asleep), but there's one thing she won't do: confirm any details about her sisters' pregnancy rumours. In fact, she'd rather drink a sardine smoothie. SEE ALSO: Kim Kardashian accidentally konfirms she's expecting a baby … [Link]

Mashable » Rapper Lil Peep has died aged 21

Thursday 16 November 11:06:23 UTC 2017

Lil Peep, a rising young star of the rap-emo scene, has died aged 21, his publicist told Pitchfork and The Guardian.  SEE ALSO: Eminem wins copyright case against New Zealand's National Party for copying 'Lose Yourself' The cause of the death is still unknown but music manager Adam Grandmaison told The Guardian the artist had been taken to hospital after an … [Link]

Mashable » Prince William says online anonymity is 'really, really dangerous' in deeply moving video

Thursday 16 November 10:54:41 UTC 2017

Prince William has unveiled a "national action plan" to tackle cyberbullying in a powerfully moving video. In the video, Prince William described online anonymity as "really, really dangerous" after talking to two campaigners whose lives have been impacted by online bullying.  The Duke of Cambridge spoke to Lucy Alexander, whose son Felix died by suicide after experiencing cyberbullying, and Chloe … [Link]

Mashable » 'Stranger Things' Steve was not warned about how tight '80s jeans were

Thursday 16 November 10:42:43 UTC 2017

Having hair that just won't quit isn't all he had to put up with. SEE ALSO: How 'Stranger Things' actors emotionally prepped for that Demogorgan Joe Keery (a.k.a. Steve from Stranger Things) appeared as a guest on Late Night with Seth Meyers and talked about how he prepared for the role.  Not only did Keery get into shape because he … [Link]

Mashable » That weird 'Deadpool 2' teaser actually has a bunch of clues in it

Thursday 16 November 10:35:26 UTC 2017

Bob Ross is the newest innocent thing that Deadpool has wonderfully ruined, but fans have been looking beyond the weird humour to find clues for Deadpool 2. SEE ALSO: Ryan Reynolds wonders what a Disney 'Deadpool' would look like, gets glorious response In between the cocaine-riddled Bob Ross impressions, we got bursts of the trailer for Deadpool 2, and from … [Link]

Mashable » The huge clue in the latest 'Fantastic Beasts' teaser you probably missed

Thursday 16 November 10:21:28 UTC 2017

The Fantastic Beasts sequel may still be a full year away, but it's never too soon to start hunting for clues. SEE ALSO: 'Fantastic Beasts's sequel adds new cast, including Harry Potter superfan Jessica Williams On Wednesday, the official @FantasticBeasts Twitter account tweeted out the following photo with the caption: "Wands at the ready." Wands at the ready. On 11.16.18 the … [Link]

Slashdot » Consumers Are Holding Off On Buying Smart-Home Gadgets Due To Security, Privacy Fears

Thursday 16 November 10:00:00 UTC 2017

According to a new survey from consulting firm Deloitte, consumers are uneasy about being watched, listened to, or tracked by devices they place in their homes. The firm found that consumer interest in connected home technology lags behind their interest in other types of IoT devices. Business Insider reports: "Consumers are more open to, and interested in, the connected world," … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook's 'Trust Indicators' is another small, small step in its fake news battle

Thursday 16 November 10:00:00 UTC 2017

Facebook wants you to know what's fake news and what's not (supposedly) so it released another tool called "Trust Indicators." The tool was created in partnership with the Trust Project, an international consortium of news and digital companies. It's a fancy name, but it's actually a small move hidden within a little feature. The tiny "i" icon next to articles on … [Link]

Mashable » China's biggest search engine unveils a smart speaker, the first of its AI products to come

Thursday 16 November 9:29:18 UTC 2017

Google Home and the Amazon Echo have new competition. Baidu, which runs China's most popular search engine, has produced the Raven H, a voice-activated speaker that runs on an artificial intelligence platform. SEE ALSO: Baidu plans to put a driverless bus on Chinese roads next year and cars by 2021 The Raven H is the first product in Baidu's upcoming AI … [Link]

Mashable » This woman was so sick of people touching her hair, she made a game about it

Thursday 16 November 9:01:24 UTC 2017

Lay off her hair. Portland-based creative Momo Pixel has created a game called Hair Nah, in response to women constantly touching her hair. In the game, you play a black woman who's on her way to catch a flight. What's stopping her from boarding? People incessantly touching her hair.  SEE ALSO: Lupita Nyong'o calls out UK magazine for photoshopping her hair … [Link]

Mashable » Pictures of YouTube bro Jake Paul's new $6.9 million house are here

Thursday 16 November 7:10:03 UTC 2017

Bad news for the people living in Los Angeles' Calabasas city. YouTube star Jake Paul, who recently made life hell for his West Hollywood neighbours, has moved into a huge mansion in the wealthy neighbourhood. Paul announced his purchase of the 15,000 sq ft mansion on Oct. 13, featuring the house with a distinct metal block sculpture in front. SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » Please enjoy Pharrell's very cringeworthy song to celebrate China's biggest shopping day

Thursday 16 November 7:04:06 UTC 2017

As they say, everyone has a price. Pharrell co-wrote and performed a new song in China to celebrate Singles' Day — the world's biggest shopping holiday. SEE ALSO: Chinese shoppers spent $25 *billion* on Alibaba's Singles Day This year, Chinese shoppers spent $25 billion on Alibaba's Taobao site in just 24 hours, blowing events like Black Friday completely out of the … [Link]

Slashdot » Astronomers Find An Earth-Size World Just 11 Light Years Away

Thursday 16 November 7:00:00 UTC 2017

Astronomers have discovered a planet 35 percent more massive than Earth in orbit around a red dwarf star just 11 light years from the Sun. "The planet, Ross 128 b, likely exists at the edge of the small, relatively faint star's habitable zone even though it is 20 times closer to its star than the Earth is to the Sun," … [Link]

Mashable » Dude orders 200 hash browns, gets caught for driving under the influence

Thursday 16 November 6:58:45 UTC 2017

Hash browns are undeniably tasty, but don't do this. An Australian man was charged by police for driving under the influence of alcohol, after he apparently caused a ruckus at a McDonald's, according to the Hornsby Advocate.  SEE ALSO: KFC wants to hang drumsticks on your tree this Christmas The unnamed 30-year-old reportedly became angry after being told by drive-thru staff … [Link]

Mashable » Leonardo da Vinci painting sells for eye-watering $450 million

Thursday 16 November 6:42:06 UTC 2017

It’ll surely be a while before you see this much money being thrown around again. Leonardo da Vinci's 500-year-old painting "Salvator Mundi" has broken the record for the most expensive artwork ever sold at auction, selling for an eye-watering $450,312,500, including buyer fees.  SEE ALSO: This app is like Shazam, but for works of art The sale decisively eclipsed the previous … [Link]

Mashable » Finally, you can learn Chinese on Duolingo

Thursday 16 November 5:01:00 UTC 2017

If you've always wanted to learn the most widely spoken language in the world, now's your chance.  Starting today, the free language-learning app Duolingo is offering a brand new course: Mandarin Chinese.  SEE ALSO: Google is offering $1000 to anyone who can hack Tinder, Snapchat, Dropbox, and more If you don't speak a word of Chinese, never fear: The course first … [Link]

Mashable » Grandpa comes SO CLOSE to winning $1 million on 'Wheel of Fortune' it's heartbreaking

Thursday 16 November 4:38:48 UTC 2017

A contestant on the beloved game show Wheel of Fortune came incredibly close to winning $1 million, but ultimately lost after he was off by three letters. An adorable grandpa named Frank, assisted by his granddaughter Laurel, was a contestant on a special episode of the show, which taped at Disney World last month, and aired Wednesday evening. During the … [Link]

Mashable » Here are the favorites for Amazon's second headquarters

Thursday 16 November 4:09:21 UTC 2017

As Amazon's Hunger Games-esque trial to choose the site of its second North American headquarters drags on, a few cities have emerged as clear favorites. A new report from Sperling's Best Places compiles speculation from media outlets, research firms, and brokerages into a definitive ranking of the metropolitan areas most likely to be graced with Amazon's presence. SEE ALSO: Dear Mr. … [Link]

Mashable » Roy Moore got trolled so hard

Thursday 16 November 3:32:50 UTC 2017

When Roy Moore's campaign asked people to report "inappropriate news organization contact,"  they probably weren't expecting this.  In an obvious move to discredit the Washington Post and other news outlets that reported allegations that the senate candidate sexually harassed and abused teenagers when he was in his 30s, the campaign set up a form on its website so supporters could report … [Link]

Slashdot » Researchers Analyze DNA From 'Supercentenarians' Aged 110+ To Discover Secret To Longevity

Thursday 16 November 3:30:00 UTC 2017

biobricks writes: Scientists looking for clues to healthy longevity in people in their 90s and 100s haven't turned up a whole lot. It is thought that the DNA of the very old may be a good place to look, but people over 110 are one in five million in the United States. The New York Times chronicles one scientific quest … [Link]

Mashable » Here are the winners of the 2017 National Book Awards

Thursday 16 November 3:10:07 UTC 2017

Drum roll pleeeaassseee!  The winners of the 2017 National Book Awards are here. On Wednesday night, the book world came together to celebrate the best new literature of the year in the National Book Foundation's annual National Book Awards ceremony. SEE ALSO: Women dominate this year's National Book Foundation '5 Under 35' honoree list Each year, the National Book Awards honor … [Link]

Mashable » Apple Watch can now sync up with your gym equipment during a workout

Thursday 16 November 2:12:27 UTC 2017

Want the exact same workout results on your smartwatch as your treadmill? The Apple Watch's new feature, GymKit, allows users to connect their workouts with gym equipment, for more accurate data. SEE ALSO: A fitness tracker designed to help runners perfect their stride Apple's now rolling out the feature as part of the watchOS 4 update, first announced in June 2017 … [Link]

Slashdot » Twitter Bans, Removes Verified Status of White Supremacists

Thursday 16 November 2:10:00 UTC 2017

After updating the rules of its verification program on Wednesday, Twitter has begun banning and removing verified check marks from white supremacist accounts. For example, white supremacists Richard Spencer and Charlottesville "Unite The Right" protest creator Jason Kessler had their verified statuses revoked today. The Daily Beast reports: The verified check mark was meant to denote "that an account of … [Link]

Mashable » The commute of the future could be really sweaty

Thursday 16 November 2:07:57 UTC 2017

The "Idea Train" is pulling into the station and with it comes workout stations, a children's lounge, and relaxation compartments. Deutsche Bahn, a German rail system, recently revealed its concept train of the future. It includes many amenities because the company anticipates future trains will be competing with self-driving cars. The appeal of the train as a place to read and … [Link]

Mashable » KFC wants to hang drumsticks on your tree this Christmas

Thursday 16 November 1:50:49 UTC 2017

Unless you live in Japan, fried chicken and Christmas aren't really things that go together. Regardless, KFC in New Zealand is trying to make it a thing with a series of tree decorations for the unrelenting chicken fan. SEE ALSO: People are decorating their pineapples as Christmas trees The set of five decorations features a drumstick, chips (a.k.a. fries), a wing, … [Link]

Mashable » Polaroid's new gadget turns your phone into an instant camera

Thursday 16 November 1:47:56 UTC 2017

Instagram addicts may now have a new reason to give Motorola's Moto Z another look. Polaroid and Motorola have teamed up on a new Moto Mod for the company's Z series of phones. The Polaroid Insta-Share Printer is an instant camera accessory that turns the Moto Z into a tiny photo printer.   SEE ALSO: Dongles, ranked It clips onto the … [Link]

Mashable » It's a miracle this kid didn't get run over by a truck

Thursday 16 November 1:36:33 UTC 2017

It’s unclear if this kid actually knows just how lucky he truly is. Two boys were biking home from school in Ha Noi, Vietnam earlier this month when they came across a truck approaching them slowly. The boys pulled over to the side of the narrow road to let the truck pass, but one of the boys lost his balance. SEE … [Link]

Slashdot » League of Legends Rank Predicts IQ, Study Finds

Thursday 16 November 1:30:00 UTC 2017

limbicsystem writes: A new publication in the journal PLOS ONE shows that your rank in League of Legends (LoL) correlates with your intelligence quotient (IQ). Games like LoL and DOTA II apparently depend on the same cognitive resources that underlie tests of fluid intelligence. That means that proficiency in those games peaks at the same age as raw IQ — … [Link]

Mashable » Tony the baby hippopotamus is our new prince, America

Thursday 16 November 0:58:13 UTC 2017

The San Diego Zoo announced the birth of a newborn hippopotamus back in September. And now we finally know the young calf is a boy and his name is Tony. Oh, and our sweet Tony is also the adorable crowned prince of the zoo — nay, the country. SEE ALSO: Fiona the hippo's best moments of 2017 Tony is the … [Link]

Slashdot » Slashdot Asks: Have You Switched To Firefox 57?

Thursday 16 November 0:50:00 UTC 2017

Yesterday, Mozilla launched Firefox 57 for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS. It brings massive performance improvements as it incorporates the company's next-generation browser engine called Project Quantum; it also features a visual redesign and support for extensions built using the WebExtension API. Have you used Firefox's new browser? Does it offer enough to make you switch from your tried-and-true … [Link]

Mashable » What is Blake Shelton hiding behind his head?

Thursday 16 November 0:45:28 UTC 2017

OK, congratulations Blake Shelton, I guess.  You have successfully managed to beat some odds, and have convinced the editorial board of People magazine to name you the Sexiest Man Alive. Nice. But as much as you want everyone to look at the that big bold title on the cover of that magazine, it can't distract us from the real thing on … [Link]

Slashdot » Walmart Is Raising Prices Online To Increase In-Store Traffic

Thursday 16 November 0:10:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Verge: Walmart is taking a bit of an nontraditional approach to boost sales ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping events by raising prices for products sold online and discounting those same items in physical retail stores. According to The Wall Street Journal, the big-box store has quietly raised prices for … [Link]

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