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 » If you're still alive, snap up the hottest products from the Black Friday sales

Friday 24 November 23:47:03 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. We've been online with you all day, scouring the depths of the internet to source the best deals to send your way. But if you are feeling as overwhelmed as we are and your fingers are exhausted from all that swiping, rest your weary … [Link]

Slashdot » Legislators Take Aim At Star Wars Battlefront II, EA Over 'Gambling In Games'

Friday 24 November 23:40:00 UTC 2017

dryriver writes: A number of pay-to-win microtransaction FPS games, including Dirty Bomb and the $60 Star Wars Battlefront II, have drawn the ire of legislators in countries like Belgium and the United States. Not only are advanced characters like Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader and various weapons and abilities in these games "locked" — you pay for them in hard … [Link]

Mashable » Someone help Chrissy Teigen get her lost Nintendo Switch back

Friday 24 November 23:25:04 UTC 2017

Model and proud Nintendo Switch super-player Christine Teigen made a mistake. And it's gonna take a holiday miracle to fix it. Like many of us, Teigen's been obsessively playing (and posting amazing Twitter content about) Super Mario Odyssey since its release last month.  But tragedy struck on Friday, Nov. 24, when she forgot the portable console in the Courtyard Marriott in … [Link]

Slashdot » Pornhub Owner May Become the UK's Gatekeeper of Online Porn

Friday 24 November 23:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Yahoo News: Mindgeek may be the most powerful company that you've never heard of, or at least, a company you'll claim never to have heard about in polite company. It's the conglomerate that owns some of the world's most visited porn sites, including Pornhub, RedTube and YouPorn. Far from simply being a popular … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Using API Science to Monitor The Pulse of Your Own APIs and the Ones You Call

Friday 24 November 22:53:28 UTC 2017

Today in our API Testing Series we'll take a look the tool API Science. This tool is different from the others you've seen so far in this series. Rather than being a tool for technical staff to use to interact with an API directly by sending POSTs or PUTs, API Science allows them to observe. API Science is an API … [Link]

Slashdot » How Coral Researchers Are Coping With the Death of Reefs

Friday 24 November 22:20:00 UTC 2017

Ed Yong, writing for The Atlantic: The continuing desecration has taken an immense toll on the mental health of people like Colton, a director at Coral Reef Alliance, who have devoted their lives to studying and saving these ecosystems. How do you get up and go to work every day when every day brings fresh news of loss? "Are we … [Link]

Mashable » Donald Trump uses Facebook page to promote Black Friday sale on Trump merch

Friday 24 November 22:17:19 UTC 2017

If Black Friday riot videos weren't enough to convince you that America is a consumerist hell on Earth, then our president's Black Friday promo surely will. Trump took to one of his two Facebook pages (while the GOP took to Twitter) to promote a sale on some of his campaign merchandise. Just throw some festive #MAGA swag into your cart, enter … [Link]

Mashable » Dominate gift giving with these 5 Black Friday deals on Lego

Friday 24 November 22:12:47 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Lego always makes a great gift for kids and kids at heart for the holidays. As such, we've hunted down a few Black Friday deals on Lego for you to dominate the gift-giving game. SEE ALSO: Target is offering 30% off select LEGO sets … [Link]

Mashable » Wendy's hits McDonald's with sick burn after Black Friday Twitter fail

Friday 24 November 21:43:19 UTC 2017

  Black Friday: McDonald’s isn't lovin' it. In fact, they just got served — by another hamburger chain. If you missed the drama on Thursday, the person who runs the McDonald's Twitter account made a very public mistake. SEE ALSO: McDonald's just posted the ultimate Black Friday Twitter fail Black Friday **** Need copy and link**** — McDonald's (@McDonaldsCorp) November 24, … [Link]

Slashdot » Data Breach Hits Australia's Department of Social Services Credit Card System

Friday 24 November 21:40:00 UTC 2017

Paul Karp, reporting for The Guardian: The Department of Social Services has written to 8,500 current and former employees warning them their personal data held by a contractor has been breached. In letters sent in early November the department alerted the employees to "a data compromise relating to staff profiles within the department's credit card management system prior to 2016." … [Link]

Mashable » This Samsung Wi-Fi system connects all your smart devices together for an even smarter home

Friday 24 November 21:18:37 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. We all have those rooms in our homes with crappy wi-fi. Well, it's time to get your whole home covered with this wi-fi system from Samsung, which is on sale today for 44%. SEE ALSO: Here are the smart home devices that you should … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Hearing implant uses lasers to shoot sound into your ear

Friday 24 November 21:17:34 UTC 2017

Using lasers instead of electrodes to vibrate the hairs in the inner ears could lead to less damaging cochlear implants [Link]

Mashable » 12 stoner gifts for the cannabis connoisseur in your life

Friday 24 November 21:00:00 UTC 2017

Giving the right gift is hard. Look, it's 2017. We all have that friend or loved one who maybe likes weed a little too much. Give them what they really want this holiday season.  SEE ALSO: Gifts ideas for every kind of Star Wars geek Give the gift of cannabis. 1The Black Rock Smell Proof Backpack You know that person who … [Link]

Slashdot » Linux Pioneer Munich Confirms Switch To Windows 10

Friday 24 November 21:00:00 UTC 2017

The German city of Munich, once seen as a open-source pioneer, has decided to return to Windows. Windows 10 will be rolled out to about 29,000 PCs at the city council, a major shift for an authority that has been running Linux for more than a decade. From a report: Back in 2003 the council decided to to switch to … [Link]

Mashable » Save big on these wireless headphones for Black Friday

Friday 24 November 20:54:05 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Got your new phone sorted? Great. Now, we're here to help you take the next step with a pair of wireless headphones. Here's a list of the latest and greatest wireless headphones to hit the market.   Wearhaus Arc Social Headphones Social headphones make … [Link]

Mashable » Cozmo is the robot for the kid that has everything – and it's on sale

Friday 24 November 20:49:00 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Cozmo is still the coolest robot on the block.  The robot toy from Anki isn't just a regular toy, it learns from the people around it and remembers faces and names. Cozmo was the coolest kid's gift last holidays and it hasn't lost its … [Link]

Slashdot » Regulators Question Google Over Location Data

Friday 24 November 20:20:00 UTC 2017

Sherisse Pham and Taehoon Lee, writing for CNN Tech: Google is facing scrutiny for reportedly collecting data about the location of smartphone users without their knowledge. Regulators in South Korea summoned Google representatives this week to question them about a report that claimed the company was collecting data from Android devices even when location services were disabled. The Korea Communications … [Link]

Mashable » How to spend your Black Friday money on stuff that actually matters

Friday 24 November 19:49:20 UTC 2017

It’s Black Friday — and you know what that means! We're all part of a corporate machine that makes us rip each other's hair out at 6 a.m. for the last $20 spiralizer at Target. SEE ALSO: Bad idea alert: Retail employees are trying to sell their uniforms for Black Friday shoppers Let's be real: Black Friday is a thoroughly dehumanizing … [Link]

Mashable » Get $50 off the Sphero R2-D2 droid on Amazon today

Friday 24 November 19:43:00 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. This R2 unit is in prime condition, a real bargain. Come on, you had to know that joke was coming but Star Wars quotes aside, this is actually a great deal. SEE ALSO: Gift ideas for kids: STEM toys that are fun and teach … [Link]

Slashdot » Black Friday Panic at Macy's: People Report Credit Card System Outage

Friday 24 November 19:40:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: Macy's might have celebrated an increase in share price on Black Friday, but it seems like the retailer will end the day with a lot of lost sales. Many of its customers recently took to Twitter to complain that its credit card machines are down, and that they can only pay with cash. Read … [Link]

Mashable » Instead of coal, this power plant burns H&M clothing

Friday 24 November 19:26:37 UTC 2017

Fast fashion is hot.  I mean, it literally burns, thus providing a power plant in Sweden with energy.  SEE ALSO: Baz Luhrmann directs a characteristically lavish new ad for H&M-Erdem collection Northwest of Stockholm, there's a heat and power station that's trying to rid itself of oil and coal. So it's burning recycled wood and trash. That includes 15 tons of … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook's Got a Controversial Plan for Your Nudes

Friday 24 November 19:19:50 UTC 2017

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Mashable » These are the best Black Friday deals on cameras and camera accessories

Friday 24 November 19:11:11 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Whether you're looking to upgrade your old film camera or need a gift for a loved one who's interested in photography, Black Friday is the perfect time to shop for a new camera. We've rounded up the best deals on cameras (and their requisite … [Link]

Mashable » Get 25% off Nike sneakers and clothing on Black Friday

Friday 24 November 19:05:15 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. If you've been saving up for a pair of the latest Nike sneakers, we've got news for you. Nike U.S. has a wild sale going down this Black Friday. Head over to Nike's website, find something you love in the sale section and score … [Link]

Mashable » Why I'm still addicted to my MP3 Player

Friday 24 November 19:00:00 UTC 2017

Like Tom Petty, I believe music is holy. So, naturally, I can’t trust the whims of a broadband network to send invisible streams of melodic data to my phone.  Yes, this might be viewed as ridiculous and ignoring the reality that today's streaming services are pretty reliable most anywhere. But when considering an invaluable asset like music, I intend to keep … [Link]

Slashdot » Google and Apple Order Telegram To Nuke Channel Over Taylor Swift Piracy

Friday 24 November 19:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader writes: Instant messaging client Telegram has for the first time blocked access to an entire channel following pressure from Google and Apple. A channel, called Any Suitable Pop, was found distributing copyright infringed copies of songs from Taylor Swift's new album 'Reputation'. It's understood that following complaints from Universal Music, Google and Apple ordered Telegram to take … [Link]

Slashdot » Mobile Homes Are So Expensive Now, Hurricane Victims Can't Afford Them

Friday 24 November 18:20:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: Hurricane victims emerging from ravaged trailer parks are discovering that the U.S. mobile-home market has left them behind. In Florida and Texas, dealerships are swarmed by buyers looking to rebuild their lives after hurricanes Harvey and Irma, but many leave disappointed. The industry, led by Warren Buffett's Clayton Homes, is peddling such pricey interior-designer … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Morning sickness in pregnancy blamed on protein in the placenta

Friday 24 November 18:08:35 UTC 2017

High levels of the protein have been linked with nausea in pregnant women – a discovery that might lead to new anti-sickness drugs [Link]

New Scientist – News » An AI might help identify missing children when they’re older

Friday 24 November 18:08:34 UTC 2017

Algorithm trained on 1000 children as they age could help flag up missing kids long after they age out of their last known photographs [Link]

New Scientist – News » Secure phone uses sonar to watch your mouth saying a passphrase

Friday 24 November 18:08:31 UTC 2017

Bouncing sound waves off your lips, jaw and tongue as you speak a passphrase can make sure the person trying to access your secure information is really you [Link]

New Scientist – News » Huge dose of brain chemical dopamine may have made us smart

Friday 24 November 18:08:27 UTC 2017

Two “thinking” regions of human brains are much richer in a neurotransmitter called dopamine than the equivalent brain regions in apes and monkeys [Link]

Mashable » Urban Outfitters is being really generous today — as in BOGO 50% off site-wide

Friday 24 November 17:59:39 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Drop what you're doing: everything at Urban Outfitters is buy one get on 50% off today. Oh, and shipping is free on all orders over $50. It's fine, I'm fine, everything is fine. SEE ALSO: Get 30% off literally everything at ASOS for an … [Link]

Mashable » This robotic lawn mower is $350 off at Amazon today

Friday 24 November 17:47:40 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Robotic vacuums are a huge Black Friday purchase, but have you heard of a robotic lawn mower? The WORX WG794 28-volt Landroid Robotic Lawn Mower is here to cross one more chore off your to do list. Today you can get it for $649. … [Link]

Mashable » Get a WeMo mini smart plug for only $20 today

Friday 24 November 17:37:15 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. You've got your Echo or your Google Home, your Smart Hue lightbulbs and smart security cameras. As hard as you try to smart-ify your entire home, some of your favorite appliances just don't have the capability yet. SEE ALSO: Save more than $80 on … [Link]

Slashdot » There's Now a Dark Web Version of Wikipedia

Friday 24 November 17:32:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: In many parts of the world, like North America, using Wikipedia is taken for granted; hell, there are even Twitter accounts to track government employees editing the internet's free encyclopedia while on the clock. But in other places, like Turkey or Syria, using Wikipedia can be difficult, and even dangerous. To make using Wikipedia … [Link]

Mashable » 'She's Gotta Have It' is a fierce, unapologetic love letter to young people of color

Friday 24 November 17:00:00 UTC 2017

In the current climate, for both media and politics, we're oversaturated. We're at peak TV, peak reboots, peak outrage, and peak fatigue towards having to stay active, alert, and woke.  Under the circumstances, it's tough work for a television show to not feel like excess; why here, and why now? Spike Lee may not have planned for his updated She's … [Link]

Mashable » Target is offering 30% off select LEGO sets for Black Friday

Friday 24 November 16:59:50 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Target knows that Legos always make great gifts for the holidays, so they've got you covered this weekend by offering 30% off select Lego sets for Black Friday. Each set normally goes for upwards of $50, but Target is shaving that down to $35.  … [Link]

Slashdot » A Third of Americans Still Buy and Rent Videos

Friday 24 November 16:50:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader writes: One-third of Americans still buy and rent videos, in addition to using streaming services like Netflix and YouTube, NPD Group found in its annual Entertainment Trends in America report. The research firm surveyed more than 7,000 members of its US online panel about their entertainment consumption during August 2017. Family films are still popular buys because … [Link]

Mashable » KitchenAid Mixers are the hot item this Black Friday, with some more than $300 off

Friday 24 November 16:10:18 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. KitchenAid mixers are known for their powerful motors and countless attachments, but let's be real — everyone's secretly really into them for the color selection. If you've been waiting for the perfect moment to invest in one of these beauties, it's time to make … [Link]

Slashdot » There's Some Intense Web Scans Going on for Bitcoin and Ethereum Wallets

Friday 24 November 16:10:00 UTC 2017

Catalin Cimpanu, writing for BleepingComputer: With both Bitcoin and Ethereum price hitting all-time highs in the past seven days, cyber-criminals have stepped up efforts to search and steal funds stored in these two cryptocurrencies. These mass Internet scanning campaigns have been recently picked up by various honeypots installed by security researchers across the Internet. The first of these, aimed at … [Link]

Mashable » Someone has reinvented the scarecrow and it's absolutely terrifying

Friday 24 November 16:00:00 UTC 2017

‘Super Monster Wolf' is a robotic wolf in Japan, covered by fur and is baring its fangs. The robot detects wild animals with sensors when they approach and flashes its the red LEDs of its eyes. It also has 18 types of sounds, including a wolf’s growl, a human voice and a gunshot. The robot is going for a whopping $288.  … [Link]

Mashable » What to stream on Netflix in December

Friday 24 November 16:00:00 UTC 2017

The holidays are a time for family, and for escaping family time for a good ol' Netflix break. Use the time off to mercifully catch up on peak TV and peep the new originals coming to Netflix in December. SEE ALSO: 37 percent of Netflix users admit to bingeing at work Top pick: The Crown, Season 2 The monarchy is … [Link]

Slashdot » More Young People Are Becoming Farmers

Friday 24 November 15:37:08 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: "For only the second time in the last century, the number of farmers under 35 years old is increasing, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's latest Census of Agriculture," the WashPost's Caitlin Downey reports in a front-pager with the lovely headline, "A growing movement." 69% of the surveyed young farmers had college degrees … [Link]

Mashable » 'Black Mirror' just tweeted a super creepy new episode poster

Friday 24 November 15:22:18 UTC 2017

We don't know exactly when Season 4 of the infinitely bleak-but-brilliant Black Mirror will be out on Netflix, but it's looking like it will be soon. Now we have the episode titles, a bunch of details about the storylines, and even a creepy little teaser video that was shared on Twitter a couple months back. SEE ALSO: 'Black Mirror' creator: 'We … [Link]

Slashdot » Thank You, Phish Fans, For Caring About Net Neutrality

Friday 24 November 15:10:00 UTC 2017

If you venture over to Battle For the Net, which encourages internet users to call Congress to advocate for the preservation of net neutrality rules, you'll find something peculiar: Several of the top sites that direct calls are Phish-related. (Phish is an American rock band.) From a report: As someone on Twitter pointed out, the traffic from phish.net — which … [Link]

Mashable » The 17 weirdest fashion trends of 2017

Friday 24 November 15:00:00 UTC 2017

The year 2017 is the year of weird beauty trends and even stranger fashion fads.  For some reason, the runway gods gave us a whole heap of unnecessary items that only the bravest of souls are willing to put in their closet. They're bold, risky and well, I suppose that's what fashion is about but…did we really need a Forever 21 … [Link]

Mashable » Bitcoin's little brother Ethereum is at an all-time high

Friday 24 November 14:59:22 UTC 2017

It’s not only Bitcoin that's breaking records these days.  Now that the dust around the cancelled Bitcoin fork has settled, several other cryptocurrencies are booming.  Ethereum, a cryptocurrency that's also a platform for decentralized apps, has hit a record high on Friday, surpassing the price of $410 for the first time since June. It's currently trading at $442 according to CoinMarketCap, … [Link]

Mashable » Apple is offering gift cards worth up to $150 on Black Friday

Friday 24 November 14:51:58 UTC 2017

The award for the least surprising Black Friday event this year goes to Apple. The company launched its Black Friday page early on Friday, offering gift cards worth up to $150 with select purchases of Apple gadgets. SEE ALSO: Here are the best places to buy Apple products on Black Friday If you buy an Apple Watch Series 1, you'll get … [Link]

Mashable » This Oster Pro Blender with smoothie and food processor attachments is only $55.99 right now

Friday 24 November 14:34:26 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Hey, smoothie enthusiasts, you might wanna sit down for this one: this Oster Pro 1200 Blender comes with a food processor attachment and personal smoothie cup attachment. And it's all only $55.99 today. SEE ALSO: Gift-worthy kitchen tech items for the Chopped enthusiasts in … [Link]

Slashdot » Brands Pull YouTube Ads Over Images of Children

Friday 24 November 14:30:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: Lidl, Cadbury maker Mondelez, Mars and other companies have pulled advertising from YouTube after the Times newspaper found the video sharing site was showing clips of scantily clad children alongside the ads of major brands. Comments from hundreds of pedophiles were posted alongside the videos, which appeared to have been uploaded by the children … [Link]

Mashable » Save big on these video games at Target on Black Friday

Friday 24 November 14:20:09 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. The holidays are the time to get your hands on brand spanking new game consoles and, more importantly, games to play on themTarget on Black Friday is the place to be, because they're offering great deals off some of the most popular games out … [Link]

Mac For Translators » Capture (really) everywhere

Friday 24 November 14:03:00 UTC 2017

Capturing thoughts is an excellent first step to organizing them. And Emacs provides one of the best organization solution in the computer world: org-mode.When you work in Emacs all the time, you can capture your thoughts and sort them in org-mode from any place thanks to a global shortcut (C-c c by default). If you do not work in Emacs … [Link]

Mashable » 7 movies to stream with your family (that you probably haven't seen yet)

Friday 24 November 14:00:00 UTC 2017

It’s the question that's derailed many a family gathering: "What should we watch?" You want something that'll make everyone happy, that'll avoid graphic violence or sex, that (ideally) you haven't seen a hundred times already. But doing the research takes time, and you need to put something on before your sister and your uncle start arguing about politics again. SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » 'Thelma' puts a spellbinding supernatural twist on the coming-of-age drama

Friday 24 November 14:00:00 UTC 2017

Everyone has to grow up sometime. That doesn't make it any less terrifying when you're the one going through it. Perhaps that's why coming-of-age narratives seem so ripe for horrific reinterpretation. This year alone, we've seen a vet student fight cannibalistic urges in Raw, a young mermaid betrayed by her first love in The Lure, and an entire clique of … [Link]

Mashable » Gmail's Priority Inbox and this search trick will fix your email headache

Friday 24 November 14:00:00 UTC 2017

There’s no shortage of ways to manage your email, but if you use Gmail, here's a one-two punch that'll quickly clean up your inbox.  The crux of our email overload comes down to two things: too much quantity and needing to sift through that deluge to get what you actually need. To fix the first issue, try Gmail's Priority Inbox.  Once … [Link]

Mashable » This teddy was flown 200 miles to reunite with the little girl who lost him

Friday 24 November 13:57:58 UTC 2017

Realising you've lost a beloved fluffy toy is an awful feeling. Luckily for one little girl, that toy flew 200 miles to be returned to her. SEE ALSO: Amazon's long-legged teddy bear is not only odd, but will probably creep you out Four-year-old Summer lives on Orkney, an island off the tip of Scotland. Sadly, when travelling back to Orkney through … [Link]

Mashable » This Nespresso instant espresso machine is over $80 off today and that's a really big deal

Friday 24 November 13:38:40 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Starbucks is great and all, but does anyone really have time to wait in that line every morning? Make your own barista-style coffee at home with the Nespresso Inissia Espresso Machine, which is $83 off today. Yeah, we're freaking out too. SEE ALSO: Gift-worthy … [Link]

Mashable » Here are the smart home devices that you should get for your parents on Black Friday

Friday 24 November 13:29:20 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. With Black Friday finally upon us and the holidays fast approaching, there's no better time to get your parents pumped about the idea of living in a smart home. This holiday, take them into the 21st century by gifting them some devices to make … [Link]

Mashable » If you've always wanted to do an AncestryDNA kit, now's your chance — they're 40% off for Black Friday

Friday 24 November 13:26:45 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Many of us have some idea of our family's history from stuff our parents or grandparents told us, but wouldn't it be cool to do a DNA test and have a pie chart that breaks everything down?  You're in luck: Ancestry.com is offering their … [Link]

Mashable » The PS4 Slim Console is $100 off at Walmart so you should probably get on that

Friday 24 November 13:17:06 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. The Playstation 4 1TB Slim Console is on sale at Walmart for $199. That's $100 off the original price. Deep breaths. If you've been chomping at the bit to get your hands on a new Playstation, are dipping your toe into the "big" console … [Link]

Mashable » Britain is not buying into Black Friday and it's a point of national pride

Friday 24 November 13:14:19 UTC 2017

That’s right: it'll take more than some sales to get through our national crustiness. SEE ALSO: Inside the Amazon Black Friday pop-up that isn’t a shop Increasingly over the past few years, it's seemed that Black Friday has landed on British soil. But although shops are offering events and deals as they do in the US, the consumer reaction seems relatively … [Link]

Mashable » The Instant Pot everyone went crazy over on Amazon Prime Day is on sale again for Black Friday

Friday 24 November 13:11:12 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Hey, remember on Amazon Prime day when everyone flipped over Instant Pots (because they're freaking amazing)? Well, the eight quart and the six quart pots are on super sale today — start planning your recipes now. SEE ALSO: These are the best deals on … [Link]

Mashable » Black Friday Deals: get $100 off a Razer gaming bundle at Walmart

Friday 24 November 12:57:24 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Calling all hardcore gamers: Black Friday is here for you, too. Walmart is offering the 5-star Razer gaming bundle for $99—that's $100 off the original price of $199. SEE ALSO: Walmart Black Friday Deals just dropped and suddenly Nov. 23rd is too far away … [Link]

Mashable » Furbo, the bestselling dog camera, is only $169 on Amazon today

Friday 24 November 12:53:22 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. This Black Friday, don't forget about the most important being in your life — your dog.  If we could stay home with our dogs at all times, we would, but unfortunately we need to go to work so we can pay for their food and … [Link]

Mashable » Jason Momoa reveals how he ended up playing Aquaman

Friday 24 November 12:51:37 UTC 2017

When someone mentions Aquaman these days, your first thought is probably of a bearded, tattooed badass you definitely wouldn't want to get on the wrong side of. It wasn't always like that, though. SEE ALSO: Homemade shot-for-shot remake of the 'Justice League' trailer proves you don't need a big budget for big thrills As Jason Momoa explains in the BBC … [Link]

Mashable » Get $200 off a 5th generation iPad at Best Buy for Black Friday

Friday 24 November 12:48:23 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. If you've been itching to get your hands on a shiny new 5th generation iPad, you're in luck: Best Buy is giving it to you for $200 off on Black Friday. SEE ALSO: Target's Black Friday Deals are here and they're offering massive savings … [Link]

Mashable » The Xbox One S is $90 off today and it's kind of important

Friday 24 November 12:43:38 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. If you've been putting off dropping a wad of cash on a new Xbox, procrastinate no longer: the 500 GB Xbox One S is $90 off at Walmart today for Black Friday. SEE ALSO: Microsoft Black Friday deals: XBox One S, Surface Pro, VR … [Link]

Mashable » Get $20 off the Fujifilm Instax Mini (with film!) today on Best Buy

Friday 24 November 12:40:25 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Polaroid-style pictures have made a fierce comeback over the past few years, leading to the semi-insane Instagram trend of taking pictures…of a picture. Make the process a little easier by getting a Fujifilm Instax Mini (and free film) for $20 off at Best Buy … [Link]

Mashable » Get the best deals at Walmart on Black Friday without leaving your couch

Friday 24 November 12:35:52 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Black Friday at Walmart is a big deal and 2017 is no different. But wouldn't it be nice if you didn't actually have to go to Walmart. (Bless you, internet.) Between getting holiday gifts for loved ones and treat yo' self gifts for ourselves, … [Link]

Slashdot » Belgium Denounces Loot Boxes as Gambling; Hawaiian Legislator Calls Them 'Predatory'

Friday 24 November 12:00:00 UTC 2017

Peter Bright, writing for ArsTechnica: Belgium's Gaming Commission has ruled that loot boxes — in-game purchases where what you receive is randomized and only known once you open the box — are gambling. The country's minister of justice, Koen Geens, has said that he wants to see them banned Europe-wide, reports PC Gamer. Amid outcry over the use of loot … [Link]

Slashdot » New Uber CEO Knew of Hack for Months

Friday 24 November 11:26:57 UTC 2017

Greg Bensinger and Robert McMillan, reporting for the WSJ: While the massive data breach at Uber didn't happen under the watch of its new chief executive, more than two months elapsed before he notified affected customers and drivers of the incident (Editor's note: the link may be paywalled), people familiar with the matter said. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi learned of the … [Link]

Mashable » Please enjoy this clip of Jimmy Fallon being harassed by an anteater

Friday 24 November 11:15:09 UTC 2017

Jimmy Fallon has interviewed hundreds of celebrities during his time as host of The Tonight Show, and he never seems fazed. Put an anteater in front of him, though, and it's a whole different story. SEE ALSO: Maroon 5 and Jimmy Fallon gave subway commuters the best surprise In the clip above, Steve Irwin's son Robert shows Jimmy a whole … [Link]

Mashable » Inside the Amazon Black Friday pop-up that isn’t a shop

Friday 24 November 11:06:09 UTC 2017

Today is Black Friday. Until very recently in Britain that didn't mean anything at all. We only knew about it as a violent, orgiastic display of capitalism from across the pond in which shoppers literally fought over getting a good deal on a microwave. Well, like it or not, it's landed. SEE ALSO: Put this durable suitcase at the top of … [Link]

Mashable » Save more than $140 on one of the most funded bags in Kickstarter history

Friday 24 November 11:00:00 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. They say there's no place like home for the holidays, but this season calls for a lot of travel. Thanksgiving at Grandma's, a couple end of the year business trips, Christmas with your partner's parents and somewhere sunny to ring in 2018. If you're … [Link]

Mashable » Save $150 on this foldable, self-flying camera drone

Friday 24 November 11:00:00 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Drones have become a serious part of the photography experience, capable of capturing unique photos and videos that no non-flying camera ever could. But as anyone who’s ever been attacked by a drone will tell you, piloting them is not easy – regardless of … [Link]

Mashable » Save $50 on this smart watch hybrid on Black Friday

Friday 24 November 11:00:00 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. In 2017, most watches can do a lot more than tell time. They can track your calories burned, monitor your sleep, and you can even use some of them to video chat your friends and family. They do everything short of reading your mind—but … [Link]

Mashable » Parents attempt to take selfie, accidentally record hilarious video

Friday 24 November 10:34:22 UTC 2017

Our parents' generation may have many talents, but the fine art of selfie-taking is clearly not one of them. SEE ALSO: How to teach your dog to take selfies… and text them to you Just look at the adorable pair in this clip, posted on Twitter by Mike Keelan with the inevitable caption: "So my mum and dad tried to take … [Link]

Mashable » This bakery is selling bread made from insects

Friday 24 November 10:03:48 UTC 2017

Would you eat this? A bakery in Finland has rolled out bread made from crushed crickets, said to be the first of its kind.  SEE ALSO: Plant pots made to repel mosquitos have one cool detail painted on them The bread is made using flour ground from dried crickets, as well as wheat flour and seeds.  Each loaf costs $4.72 (€3.99), … [Link]

Mashable » McDonald's just posted the ultimate Black Friday Twitter fail

Friday 24 November 9:48:19 UTC 2017

For big name brands like McDonald's, it's crucial to get your marketing and promotion spot on — especially on big holidays. Mistakes do happen, though. SEE ALSO: Bad idea alert: Retail employees are trying to sell their uniforms for Black Friday shoppers On Friday morning, the official @McDonaldsCorp account posted what we're guessing was probably a scheduled tweet. The idea was … [Link]

Mashable » You can give your loved ones the gift of flight this holiday season, no wings or ticket required

Friday 24 November 9:09:47 UTC 2017

Every little kid dreams of flying. Not in an airplane, but real flying. Maybe like a superhero with one arm thrust forward, or a bird, soaring over trees and lakes.  Turns out dreams can come true; with some smart tech. DJI has paired its Mavic Pro drone with a first-person view headset — the DJI Goggles, for an immersive flying experience … [Link]

Slashdot » EU Lawmakers Back Exports Control on Spying Technology

Friday 24 November 8:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: EU lawmakers overwhelmingly backed plans on Thursday to control exports of devices to intercept mobile phone calls, hack computers or circumvent passwords that could be used by foreign states to suppress political opponents or activists. Members of the European Parliament's trade committee voted by 34 votes to one in favor of a planned update … [Link]

Mashable » This cheese truck crashed and everyone raced to make the same joke

Friday 24 November 6:10:31 UTC 2017

When a truck carrying about 30 tonnes of cheese flips on a highway, people break out some really grating puns. On Friday, a B-Double semi-trailer carrying approximately 30 tonnes of as-yet-undetermined cheese rolled and blocked the Hume Highway near Goulburn, Australia, according NSW Police. Luckily, no one was hurt, and emergency services arrived at the scene south of Breadalbane at 8.10 … [Link]

Mashable » Tamagotchis are coming to your smartphone

Friday 24 November 5:14:19 UTC 2017

Remember your Tamagotchi that needed constant attention and wouldn't stop pooping 24/7?  You might have accidentally killed it from neglect, but it's now coming back to haunt you — on your smartphone. SEE ALSO: Sony's robot dog is back and better than ever My Tamagotchi Forever, which is free to play, will be coming to smartphones and tablets in 2018. Like … [Link]

Mashable » Here's the most frivolous things people would die on a hill for

Friday 24 November 2:40:41 UTC 2017

Everyone’s got a little, tiny bugbear that other people consider insignificant. These have come to light in a rather entertaining Twitter game unpacking the most trivial hills people are willing to die on, first prompted by user David Burge on Monday. SEE ALSO: Someone on Twitter made a Lena Dunham apology bot To explain, the "hill you die on" means a … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Putting a face on hallucinations aids symptoms of schizophrenia

Friday 24 November 2:08:45 UTC 2017

Interacting with a digital representation of a hallucinated voice can reduce the power it has over people with schizophrenia, and the distress it causes [Link]

New Scientist – News » App can tell you if a mosquito is about to give you malaria

Friday 24 November 2:08:43 UTC 2017

AI trained to differentiate the whines of 3500 species of mosquitoes can use your cheap smartphone to tell you if that nearby mosquito will put you at risk of Zika, malaria and dengue fever   [Link]

New Scientist – News » Strong bones may be vital for maintaining memory in old age

Friday 24 November 2:08:42 UTC 2017

A hormone secreted by bone reverses age-related memory loss in mice, hinting that strengthening your bones may protect you from some of the ravages of old age [Link]

New Scientist – News » The UK just missed a big chance to cut harmful diesel pollution

Friday 24 November 2:08:39 UTC 2017

Harmful fumes from diesel vehicles are a real problem in the UK but the government's attempt to tackle this toxic issue in its budget is feeble, says Tim Chatterton [Link]

New Scientist – News » No, the UK didn’t vote that animals can’t feel pain or emotion

Friday 24 November 2:08:35 UTC 2017

Campaigners say a recent UK vote will deny sentience to animals, but the reality is rather different. The real issue is what happens to animal welfare post-Brexit [Link]

Mashable » These are the best deals on Amazon's home tech devices for Black Friday

Friday 24 November 2:06:48 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Black Friday is a battlefield, y'all. Tablets, smart home assistants, and all the other Amazon devices we've been drooling over all year are finally marked down. Here's what you need to know: Life is easier with smart home assistants If you've been wanting to … [Link]

Mashable » Walmart has an enormous, curved TV on sale for $300 off right now

Friday 24 November 2:01:11 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Hey don't freak out, but we just wanted to let you know that you can get $300 off a Samsung 65" Smart TV at Walmart right now for Black Friday. You're welcome. SEE ALSO: Walmart has deals on PS4 and Xbox One consoles this … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Huge dose of brain chemical dopamine may have made us smart

Friday 24 November 2:00:00 UTC 2017

Two “thinking” regions of human brains are much richer in a neurotransmitter called dopamine than the equivalent brain regions in apes and monkeys [Link]

Mashable » The absolute best Black Friday deals on laptops, TVs and electronics

Friday 24 November 2:00:00 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Updated 11/24 5:30 AM ET: We've added a ton of new deals and cleared out some expired deals. If you've stuffed your face with as much turkey as humanly possible and need an excuse to get away from your great-aunt Dorothy, do we have … [Link]

Slashdot » Broadband Firms in UK Must Ditch 'Misleading' Speed Ads

Friday 24 November 2:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report: Broadband firms will no longer be able to advertise their fast net services based on the speeds just a few customers get, from May next year. Currently ISPs are allowed to use headline speeds that only 10% of customers will actually receive. In future, adverts must be based on what is available to at … [Link]

Mashable » The Sonos One is already on sale for you because Black Friday treats you right

Friday 24 November 1:59:37 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. We'll get right to it: The Sonos One smart speaker is on sale for $175. Happy Black Friday, y'all. With Alexa's help, you can play songs from your favorite music streaming service, check traffic and weather, and even connect with other Sonos sound devices … [Link]

Mashable » SONOS has Black Friday deals that last beyond Cyber Monday

Friday 24 November 1:56:59 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Sure, SONOS has Black Friday covered, but the discounts don't end there. The smart home early adopter knows that your holiday shopping doesn't stop after Cyber Monday. They're keeping the party going with holiday deals that last throughout the entire holiday season.  SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » Paramedics take terminally ill patient to the beach for one last time

Friday 24 November 1:11:54 UTC 2017

In the end, it's the little things that matter. Ambulance officers from Hervey Bay, Australia took a terminally ill patient to see the beach for one final time, in a heartbreaking photo shared on the Queensland Ambulance Service Facebook page on Wednesday. SEE ALSO: This robot could save lives by improving breast cancer screenings "A crew were transporting a patient to … [Link]

Mashable » You can finally spend Christmas at Hogwarts thanks to Universal's new Harry Potter holiday celebration

Friday 24 November 0:54:44 UTC 2017

If you're still waiting for your acceptance letter from Hogwarts, chances are you've always dreamed of spending the holidays in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter — and now Universal Studios is ready to bring those dreams to life. Beginning Nov. 24 at Universal Studios Hollywood (the festivities kicked off at the Orlando theme parks on Nov. 18) and continuing through … [Link]

Mashable » Uma Thurman posts fierce message to Harvey Weinstein

Friday 24 November 0:02:07 UTC 2017

“You don't deserve a bullet." Actor Uma Thurman, star of Harvey Weinstein-produced films like Kill Bill, has delivered a characteristically dynamite message to the producer this Thanksgiving. SEE ALSO: Old 'Rolling Stone' interview reveals Uma Thurman's thoughts on treatment of women in Hollywood It's the first time Thurman has expanded on her early November statement on Weinstein, who is facing sexual … [Link]

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