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.

Slashdot » Voyager 1 Fires Up Thrusters After 37 Years

Friday 1 December 23:50:00 UTC 2017

If you tried to start a car that's been sitting in a garage for decades, you might not expect the engine to respond. But a set of thrusters aboard the Voyager 1 spacecraft successfully fired up Wednesday after 37 years without use. NASA announces: Voyager 1, NASA's farthest and fastest spacecraft, is the only human-made object in interstellar space, the … [Link]

Mashable » The first image of Robin in DC's 'Titans' is here and surprisingly we're not mad

Friday 1 December 23:39:30 UTC 2017

There are a lot of bad superhero costumes out there. This is not one of them.  Warner Bros. Television has released a first look at Brenton Thwaites as Dick Grayson, a.k.a. Robin, in DC's upcoming Titans show.   And this look … isn't awful?  Image: Warner bros. TelevisionThe sleek, comic-appropriate armor was created by the costume designer behind Iron Man and … [Link]

Slashdot » Blockchains Are Poised To End the Password Era

Friday 1 December 23:10:00 UTC 2017

schwit1 shares a report from MIT Technology Review: Blockchain technology can eliminate the need for companies and other organizations to maintain centralized repositories of identifying information, and users can gain permanent control over who can access their data (hence "self-sovereign"), says Drummond Reed, chief trust officer at Evernym, a startup that's developing a blockchain network specifically for managing digital identities. … [Link]

Mashable » Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were always meant to be and this 'Love Actually' meme proves it

Friday 1 December 22:42:36 UTC 2017

It seems like when it comes to love, there actually are some fairytale endings after all. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's engagement has sparked all sorts of attention in the media.  And now, a perfect meme of their young doppelgängers has gone viral, further proving they're so meant to be.  Since we're safely in the holiday season, it's safe to invoke … [Link]

Mashable » Watch Piers Morgan ruin Christmas

Friday 1 December 22:33:31 UTC 2017

There’s nothing quite as enjoyable as watching bad TV person Piers Morgan embarrass himself in front of thousands of people on live TV. Getting into the holiday spirit, Morgan attempted to help turn on the Christmas lights in Stockbridge, United Kingdom, on Friday using one of those cartoon-like dynamite plungers.  "They’re expecting Beatlemania style scenes so get there early,' Morgan said … [Link]

Slashdot » Homeland Security Claims DJI Drones Are Spying For China

Friday 1 December 22:30:00 UTC 2017

A memo from the Los Angeles office of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement bureau (ICE) says that the officials assess "with moderate confidence that Chinese-based company DJI Science and Technology is providing U.S. critical infrastructure and law enforcement data to the Chinese government." It also says that the information is based on "open source reporting and a reliable source within … [Link]

Mashable » 19-year-old gambling addict lays out a case against video game microtransactions

Friday 1 December 22:18:05 UTC 2017

In a powerful open letter to the video game industry, a 19-year-old gambling addict gave a first-hand account of how in-game microtransactions and loot boxes can tempt young players into spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars for content. Reddit user Kensgold, who asked us not to use his real name, shared his story on Reddit in November.  The post, aimed … [Link]

Mashable » Jupiter has the blues, just like the rest of us

Friday 1 December 22:17:13 UTC 2017

It’s been a pretty crappy week here on Earth, so let's take our bad moods on a little interplanetary excursion. Jupiter seems to be a nice fit.  The giant planet's roiling clouds, churning in its northern hemisphere, make it look like a peaceful Van Gogh painting in this newly-released photo taken by NASA's Juno spacecraft.  SEE ALSO: This is what Jupiter … [Link]

Mashable » Would you buy these $15 period brownies?

Friday 1 December 22:10:54 UTC 2017

Eating chocolate during your period is one of those tropes I just don't understand. How am I supposed to eat chocolate while I am busy sobbing at a commercial for soup?  But those who are members of the period chocolate community might be interested in these new treats from Washington bakery Moon Cycle, which the company is launching on Dec. 15 … [Link]

Mashable » 5 Times We Thought We Found Aliens But Didn't

Friday 1 December 22:07:09 UTC 2017

Read more…More about Aliens, Mashable Reels, Science, and Space [Link]

Mashable » Gabrielle Union did the sweetest thing for two body-shamed reporters

Friday 1 December 22:05:02 UTC 2017

Gabrielle Union doesn't have time for your body comments.  The Being Mary Jane actress posted a supportive message to anchor Laura Warren after she was body shamed by a viewer for her outfit choice while being pregnant.  She applauded her for standing up to body shamers and even sent her a few outfits from her New York & Company line.   … [Link]

Slashdot » Was Your Name Stolen To Support Killing Net Neutrality?

Friday 1 December 21:50:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from DSLReports: New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has launched a new tool for users interested in knowing whether their identity was stolen and used to fraudulently support the FCC's attack on popular net neutrality rules. The NY AG's office announced earlier this month that it was investigating identity theft and comment fraud during … [Link]

Mashable » Brow crowns have surfaced to make you look and feel like a fashion queen

Friday 1 December 21:43:21 UTC 2017

While you may not be the incomparable living legend, Beyoncé Knowles, you can be a queen with this rather odd beauty trend.  As if reverse cat eyeliner and glitter tongues weren't enough to satisfy the masses, a new look has surfaced making everyone raise an eyebrow in confusion.  Introducing, brow crowns!  SEE ALSO: Are you brave enough for bright brows? Instagram … [Link]

Mashable » Cocoon sleeping bag can keep you warm while camping in the snow

Friday 1 December 21:20:14 UTC 2017

Inferno is a sleeping bag for your hammock. It keeps you warm while also weather proofing your hammock. Read more…More about Tech, Kickstarter, Mashable Video, Weather, and Outdoors [Link]

Mashable » Everyone is sharing this clip to point out the hypocrisy of Flynn's guilty plea

Friday 1 December 21:11:34 UTC 2017

Michael Flynn has plead guilty to lying to the FBI and many on social media have resurfaced a clip from his RNC speech to point out his hypocrisy. Read more…More about Politics, Russia, Mashable Video, Donald Trump, and Social Media [Link]

Slashdot » Health Risks To Farmworkers Increase As Workforce Ages

Friday 1 December 21:10:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares an NPR report: More than 90 percent of California's crop workers were born in Mexico. But in recent years, fewer have migrated to the U.S., according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Researchers point to a number of causes: tighter border controls; higher prices charged by smugglers; well-paying construction jobs and a growing middle-class in Mexico … [Link]

Mashable » Twitter basically just admitted it doesn't understand its own policies

Friday 1 December 21:05:55 UTC 2017

Twitter doesn't understand its own policies. That's the only conclusion to draw from the company's bizarre change of course today in regards to Donald Trump's Twitter account. One day after saying that it didn't remove Trump's retweets of far-right anti-Muslim propaganda because of a "legitimate public interest," CEO Jack Dorsey said that reasoning was a mistake. But not because those tweets … [Link]

Mashable » Rihanna has given serious thought to casting transgender models for Fenty Beauty campaigns

Friday 1 December 20:55:57 UTC 2017

Rihanna’s new Fenty Beauty line has been heaped with praise about its countless shade range and diverse ads. But one fan had something to say about it all and took his questions straight to Riri herself.  On Twitter, @lbertootero asked the singer about the lack of inclusion of trans models in her otherwise inclusive campaign, and surprisingly Rihanna took the time … [Link]

Mashable » HQ trivia is far from a one-man show. Meet Sharon Carpenter

Friday 1 December 20:53:53 UTC 2017

Would you call a trivia host Quiz Daddy? The Ringer's Claire McNear is thinking about it and probably so are about hundreds of thousands of other people who have played HQ, the mobile trivia game stopping employees from working globally, over the past few months.  Scott Rogowsky, HQ's first host, has wooed the world (okay, parts of it) with his witty … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » ParallelDots Announces Two New AI API Products

Friday 1 December 20:53:27 UTC 2017

ParallelDots, artificial intelligence solution provider, has introduced two new API products. The Virality Detection API predicts anticipated popularity of a photo based on photos trending on social media. The Excel add-in allows users to integrate ParallelDot's AI APIs into Excel. The Excel add-in allows users to analyze data within Excel without the need for code. [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Salesforce Has Cracked The Code On Demystifying Machine Learning For Mortals

Friday 1 December 20:46:47 UTC 2017

The categories of computer technology known as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and data science have a serious public relations problem. Despite their ability to be game changing for many organizations and individuals — I mean mind-blowingly game changing — they live on the fringes of esoterica where, relatively speaking, barely a handful of people know what they are … [Link]

Slashdot » Netflix Is Not Going to Kill Piracy, Research Suggests

Friday 1 December 20:33:00 UTC 2017

Even as more people than ever are tuning to Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime and other streaming services to look, piracy too continues to thrive, a research suggests. An anonymous reader shares a report: Intrigued by this interplay of legal and unauthorized viewing, researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and Universidade Catolica Portuguesa carried out an extensive study. They partnered with a … [Link]

Mashable » Wine glasses that stay cold on their own are the hot new thing

Friday 1 December 20:32:43 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Every wine connoisseur knows that room temperature white wine is just not acceptable. You could wait for it to chill out in the fridge, but no one has time for that. And sure, you could put ice cubes in your glass, but ice melts, … [Link]

Mashable » Best Buy's '20 Days of Doorbusters' is your daily stop for holiday deals in December

Friday 1 December 20:26:18 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. The Twelve Days of Christmas is so 1780. Luckily, Best Buy's got an amazing set of deals to last you through nearly three weeks of gift giving leading up to the holidays.  Best Buy's 20 Days of Doorbusters is like an advent calendar of … [Link]

Mashable » Michael Flynn’s guilty plea makes these old Trump tweets seem incriminating

Friday 1 December 20:19:15 UTC 2017

Okay, so we know Michael Flynn has entered a guilty plea for lying to the FBI and it spells bad news for Trump. The commander in chief has been very active on Twitter this week –maybe because he knew all of this was coming. Got it. SEE ALSO: Is this why Trump has gone off the rails on Twitter this week? … [Link]

Mashable » James Comey throws shade at Flynn and Trump with first Instagram post

Friday 1 December 20:10:52 UTC 2017

As hellfire prepares to rain down on the White House, former FBI Director James Comey is chillin', you know, just getting his Instagram on. After news broke that Trump's former national security advisor Michael Flynn pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI about his contact with Russia, Comey responded by posting his first Instagram and trolling the men with a biblical … [Link]

Mashable » Want to become a project manager? This course can teach you how.

Friday 1 December 20:06:37 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Looking for a new job? Surprisingly, now's the time. Despite companies' lengthy holiday breaks, December is actually a great time of year to find a new job. Searching for a title bump or pay raise might be second nature to you, but if you want … [Link]

Mashable » Kids lose their minds as they visit a fan-made, life-sized version of Kylo Ren’s 'Star Wars' TIE Silencer

Friday 1 December 20:02:23 UTC 2017

Kylo Ren is a pretty bad guy, but we cannot deny that he takes his design aesthetics very seriously. He shares an appreciation for all black outfits, a cool helmet, a bizarre lightsaber, but most importantly, he has the sleekest whip in the entire galaxy.  Sorry, Millennium Falcon.  Popular Youtuber, Colin Furze was given the task, in collaboration with eBay, … [Link]

Mashable » 2017 was the year middle-aged women fought back

Friday 1 December 19:54:01 UTC 2017

When 61-year-old former federal government worker Annie Williams retired in 2013, taking on a proto-fascist president wasn't exactly part of her retirement fantasy. Knitting hats was. "My plan was to take classes at my local community college, learn how to knit and make hats and scarves for my nieces and nephews," Williams says. Nov. 9, 2016 changed all of that. Williams, … [Link]

Mashable » Your holiday party will be as lit as a Christmas tree with these planning tips

Friday 1 December 19:51:04 UTC 2017

The holidays can be pretty intense. From shopping, to decorating, to attempting to find a moment to watch your favorite holiday movie for the 10,000th time, you're trying to check off a lot of things on your list in a couple short months. And when it's your turn to host the holiday party, that pressure is magnified, especially because you can't … [Link]

Slashdot » Linux Journal Ceases Publication

Friday 1 December 19:50:00 UTC 2017

Not too long after Linus Torvalds wrote his own Unix kernel, which he called Linux, in the summer of 1991, a magazine was founded by enthusiasts to focus on the operating system. For more than two decades Linux Journal has been an authority magazine on all things Linux, often cited by mainstream outlets, but it is now shuttering doors. In … [Link]

Mashable » Christmas whistlers managed to stay focused even after a tiny ninja appears out of nowhere

Friday 1 December 19:46:01 UTC 2017

When most people try to whistle their favorite song, you can maybe catch a few notes before the whistle fades out and becomes incoherent breathing sounds. Whistling is an intensive activity after all.   Jaclyn and Jason Hayes uploaded a video of their whistling styles over the weekend. What was probably meant to be a nice, festive moment turned a … [Link]

Mashable » Why apologies for sexual misconduct will never be enough

Friday 1 December 19:44:10 UTC 2017

Let’s stop one thing right now: A certain incensed line of questioning is starting to take shape in the cultural conversation as, for the first time, some powerful men suffer consequences for repeated sexual misconduct and issue publicist-approved apologies: What more do you want? What else do you expect? What more can he do if he's already apologized? The underlying, unspoken … [Link]

Mashable » Why the first 5 minutes of every video conference is, 'Can you hear me?'

Friday 1 December 19:36:06 UTC 2017

The video conference is one of the least-liked parts of modern office culture. Despite the plethora of video conferencing services — Google Hangouts, BlueJeans, Highfive, Skype, FaceTime, and dozens more — the first five minutes of every meeting tends to be a series of fruitless attempts to get everyone's audio working correctly. And even when it does, dropped connections, poorly … [Link]

Mashable » You can start learning actual Japanese for less than $40

Friday 1 December 19:35:12 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Trying to learn how to speak Japanese by solely watching anime with subtitles is like trying to learn how to play guitar by playing Guitar Hero. You'll pick up minor things, but they won't really take you that far. You deserve to actually learn … [Link]

Mashable » Feds want to take Martin Shkreli's $2 million Wu-Tang album

Friday 1 December 19:17:36 UTC 2017

Feds want to seize everything around Martin Shkreli. Prosecutors asked a Brooklyn court on Friday to force the incarcerated "pharma bro" to forfeit some of his most valuable possessions, including the $2 million single-copy Wu-Tang Clan album Once Upon a Time in Shaolin, the unreleased Lil Wayne album Tha Carter V, a Picasso, and an antique World War II Enigma machine. … [Link]

Mashable » Google's top Android apps of 2017 might surprise you

Friday 1 December 19:14:49 UTC 2017

Google has just come out with its annual list of the top apps of the year, and some of its picks might surprise you. This year, Google highlighted both its favorite new apps and the most popular new apps, not simply the most downloaded titles. SEE ALSO: Google bans Android apps that sneak in ads on your phone's lockscreen That means … [Link]

Mashable » Something insane is happening on Reddit right now

Friday 1 December 19:11:26 UTC 2017

I awoke on Friday morning on the West Coast, logged online, and did what I have been doing every single morning for years. I opened my browser and immediately went to Reddit.com to see what top stories, memes, and videos were trending. After all, it is "the front page of the internet." But what I saw was unlike anything I've ever … [Link]

Mashable » Clean up after your pets without having to pick up nasty hairballs

Friday 1 December 19:10:51 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Of course we all love our pets, but the little monsters seem to relish leaving their hair everywhere. On your dress pants, on your fancy couch, on your carpet, on your tablecloths—no surface is safe from their reign of fluffy terror.  SEE ALSO: Furbo, … [Link]

Mashable » Relax, everyone. These pictures prove royals have taken selfies before.

Friday 1 December 19:10:32 UTC 2017

Everyone knows a life of royalty comes with certain sacrifices, but rest assured, taking selfies is likely not one of them. *wipes sweat from brow and breathes sigh of relief* A recent Twitter Moment titled, "Royals can't take selfies says Meghan as she steps out with Harry" unnecessarily shook people up on a Friday. It focused on a tweet from The … [Link]

Slashdot » Tesla Switches on Giant Battery To Shore Up Australia's Grid

Friday 1 December 19:10:00 UTC 2017

Tesla switched on the world's biggest lithium ion battery on Friday in time to feed Australia's shaky power grid for the first day of summer, meeting a promise by Elon Musk to build it in 100 days or give it free. From a report: "South Australia is now leading the world in dispatchable renewable energy," state Premier Jay Weatherill said … [Link]

Mashable » 'The View' hosts reacting to the Flynn news is the definition of joy

Friday 1 December 19:02:41 UTC 2017

The women of The View heard the Michael Flynn news live on air Friday morning and the reaction in the studio was jubilant to say the least. Host Joy Behar got the honor of revealing the bombshell that Trump's former national security advisor Michael Flynn pleaded guilty about lying to the FBI about working with the Russians. SEE ALSO: Is this … [Link]

Mashable » Send flowers to family this holiday for half the price

Friday 1 December 19:01:25 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. ’Tis the season to send flowers. So do you opt for supermarket bouquets that die in a few days? Or fancy arrangements from the florist that cost you an arm, a leg, and a kidney? SEE ALSO: Gifts under $20 that are actually useful … [Link]

Mashable » An investigation into what's happening under Toad's mushroom cap

Friday 1 December 18:51:01 UTC 2017

Every Toad you meet in Mario games appears to have mushrooms on its head. And yet a debate rages on: Are the polka-dotted tops hats or actually a part of Toad's head? Inspired by the recent release of Super Mario Odyssey, in which Toads are seen wearing hats and even headphones over their polka-dotted domes, Dorkly did a deep-dive investigation … [Link]

Mashable » Apple might release a new, cheaper iPad in 2018

Friday 1 December 18:47:00 UTC 2017

The iPad is great, but it's so damn expensive. That may be about to change.  Anonymous sources with intimate knowledge of Apple's supply chain told DigiTimes that the tech giant is considering releasing a 9.7-inch iPad for only $259 in 2018.  SEE ALSO: Apple's next iPad could have Face ID and no home button The new, inexpensive 9.7-inch iPad would be … [Link]

Mashable » Trump 'forgets' to mention the LGBTQ community on Worlds AIDS Day

Friday 1 December 18:30:27 UTC 2017

It’s a miracle when America can go 24 hours without President Trump doing or saying something wildly offensive. Alas, today is not that day. For World AIDS Day on Friday, President Trump blatantly failed to address the LGBTQ community in his official White House Statement on the disease. SEE ALSO: The best Maxine Waters moments of 2017 "Today, on World AIDS … [Link]

Slashdot » Mozilla Revenue Jump Fuels Its Firefox Overhaul Plan

Friday 1 December 18:30:00 UTC 2017

Well, now we know what paid for all those programmers cranking out the overhauled Firefox Quantum browser: a major infusion of new money. From a report: Mozilla, the nonprofit behind the open-source web browser, saw its 2016 revenue increase 24 percent to an all-time high of $520 million, it said Friday. Expenses grew too, but not as much, from $361 … [Link]

Mashable » You can now have matching PJs with your dog

Friday 1 December 18:11:56 UTC 2017

fabdog is selling matching PJs for you and your dog. It's perfect for snuggling and getting that Instagram-worthy photo. A matching set retails for $60. They're currently back-ordered and will be back in stock in time for Valentine's Day with more designs and sizes.  Read more…More about Dogs, Animals, Winter, Dog, and Plaid [Link]

Mashable » Reddit found this dude's stolen car in a matter of hours

Friday 1 December 17:56:44 UTC 2017

Getting your car stolen is one of the worst things, but finding it can be MUCH easier than it was a decade ago. Over Thanksgiving week, Sebastiaan de With, a freelance designer and photographer, got his Land Rover Defender stolen in the San Francisco Bay Area, after just having purchased it a little over a year ago. SEE ALSO: Duo who … [Link]

Slashdot » House Panel Advances Bill on Key Surveillance Measure

Friday 1 December 17:51:00 UTC 2017

The House Intelligence Committee approved a bill Friday along party lines that would reauthorize a central surveillance law, the Washington Post reports. From a report: It does change the law — known as Section 702 — but doesn't satisfy surveillance reform advocates, including in the tech industry. The law is used to authorize the surveillance of electronic communications by foreign … [Link]

Mashable » Frankentooth babywolf’s shocking doggy DNA is revealed

Friday 1 December 17:45:43 UTC 2017

On What's Your Mutt?, we test the doggy DNA of one pooch to reveal its exact breed mix and genetic makeup, once and for all! Don't miss the shocking results of our “pawternity” tests, each week! After years of uncertainty, Frankie finally gets his "pawternity" test results to find out his specific dog DNA makeup! But, can he handle the truth? … [Link]

Mashable » Apple's new augmented reality platform lets you build apps just like Pokémon Go

Friday 1 December 17:44:25 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Although the fad was short-lived, pulling up the Pokémon Go app for the very first time made you feel like you were just granted access to a previously undiscovered dimension. A dimension where a Rattata lurks behind your toilet and Ivysaurs spawn in the … [Link]

Mashable » Let the annual 'Is Die Hard a Christmas movie?' debate begin

Friday 1 December 17:41:37 UTC 2017

Everybody’s got a favorite holiday movie that's not really a holiday movie. So what elements put an otherwise regular movie over the "okay NOW it's a holiday movie" line? Clint, Ti and Michael discuss along with a few of their own favorite not-a-holiday movies! Subscribe to Cinefix for more movie-related content. Read more…More about Christmas, Batman, Michael Keaton, Johnny Depp, and … [Link]

Mashable » Amazon patent reveals company's latest idea: a self-destructing delivery drone

Friday 1 December 17:38:10 UTC 2017

Amazon has a new idea to ensure delivery safety: a self-destruct drone. On Friday, The Verge reported that Amazon has submitted a patent for a drone that can initiate a crash sequence and break itself into pieces in case of emergencies.  SEE ALSO: This cute, flying robot could be your new bestie The idea behind the design is simple: If anything … [Link]

Mashable » Is this why Trump has gone off the rails on Twitter this week?

Friday 1 December 17:33:53 UTC 2017

While we've already established that Donald Trump has had an unusually bizarre week on Twitter, even for him, it seems we maybe finally know why he's been firing off these random tweets like a drunk monkey with a smartphone. SEE ALSO: The mystery of Trump's Twitter mentions and where he finds those awful retweets On Friday morning, Trump's former National Security … [Link]

Mashable » Reddit dedicates homepage to net neutrality ahead of looming destruction

Friday 1 December 17:24:23 UTC 2017

Reddit users have been quite outspoken about their outrage over the Federal Communications Commission's plan to upend net neutrality.  SEE ALSO: Alyssa Milano vs. Ajit Pai is the net neutrality fight we need right now On Friday, the company itself protested the upcoming FCC ruling by dedicating its site to the cause.  You might have noticed something a little different about … [Link]

Mashable » A toilet seat for Trump and a coin case for Spicer: The thrill of White House work orders

Friday 1 December 17:18:15 UTC 2017

Mice! Cockroaches! A display case for coins! If politicians asking for new toilet seats interests you, look no further than this year's White House maintenance requests, brought to you by the Freedom of Information Act. In 2017, officials sent in hundreds of service requests for modifications, repairs, and pest problems in the White House. (Remember, the White House is extremely old.) … [Link]

Slashdot » Stephen Hawking: 'I Fear AI May Replace Humans Altogether'

Friday 1 December 17:10:00 UTC 2017

dryriver writes: Wired magazine recently asked physicist Stephen Hawking what he thinks of everything from AI to the Anti Science Movement. One of the subjects touched on was the control large corporations have over information in the 21st Century. In Hawking's own words: "I worry about the control that big corporations have over information. The danger is we get into … [Link]

Mashable » Someone's impersonating Chris Pratt on Facebook and he's not happy about it

Friday 1 December 16:55:52 UTC 2017

Chris Pratt is a known prankster, but his latest Instagram post isn't a joke at all.  The Guardians of the Galaxy actor just discovered a fake profile claiming to be him on Facebook, and has taken upon himself to make sure no one is duped by the Chris Pratt that's luring young female fans "trying to get their numbers and who … [Link]

Mashable » Someone designed a car that doubles as office

Friday 1 December 16:55:02 UTC 2017

Project Redspace unveiled REDS, a fully electric car designed for commuters in Chinese megacities. The projects aims to let people reclaim their time lost while stuck in traffic by converting the car into a workstation. The car was designed by Chris Bangle, a former BMW Chief of Design, commissioned by China Hi-Tech Group Corporation. Read more…More about China, Mashable Video, Office, … [Link]

Mashable » Netflix announces 'Stranger Things' Season 3 is on its way, because we all need something nice

Friday 1 December 16:45:57 UTC 2017

Not everything about 2017 is bad — at least we still have Stranger Things. On Friday Netflix announced that the Duffer brothers' hit show is getting picked up for a third season (duh), which means we're not done obsessing over Hawkins, Indiana, just yet. FOR THE LOVE OF STEVE, DUH! So hold tight baby darts — season 3 is officially happening. … [Link]

Slashdot » US 'Orchestrated' Russian Spies Scandal, Says Kaspersky Founder

Friday 1 December 16:30:00 UTC 2017

Alex Hern, writing for The Guardian: Eugene Kaspersky, chief executive and co-founder of the embattled Russian cybersecurity firm that bears his name, believes his company is at the centre of a "designed and orchestrated attack" to destroy its reputation. Over a short period in the summer of 2017, Kaspersky Labs was the subject of multiple media reports alleging that the … [Link]

Mashable » The Origins of Your Phone's Most Curious Emoji

Friday 1 December 16:20:22 UTC 2017

Read more…More about Iphone, Emoji, Mashable Reels, Sn Reels, and Tech [Link]

Mashable » New 'Black Mirror' trailer for 'Hang the DJ' is unbearably intriguing

Friday 1 December 16:15:19 UTC 2017

Because nothing says dystopian future like Smiths lyrics. SEE ALSO: The latest 'Black Mirror' poster is super dark and eerie The latest trailer for the fourth season of Black Mirror is perhaps not as spooky as previous teasers, but it's just as fascinating. Hang the DJ seems to take place in a future where romantic relationships are somehow dictated by … [Link]

Mashable » How to fix Bitcoin's energy-consumption problem

Friday 1 December 16:14:31 UTC 2017

Bitcoin mining consumes a lot of energy. Every once in a while, someone compares this to another random metric — say, the energy consumption of Ireland — and it induces a collective gasp. How can this thing be sustainable? Well, it probably isn't. But, long-term, it might not be that big of a deal. SEE ALSO: Bitcoin's little brother Ethereum is … [Link]

Mashable » This shapeshifting roof window transforms into a balcony in two seconds

Friday 1 December 16:10:07 UTC 2017

A Danish company has figured out a way to transform boring roof windows into tiny balconies.  Read more…More about Innovation, Denmark, Balcony, Construction, and Terrace [Link]

Mashable » The internet trolls Donald Trump over his Christmas tree lighting crowd turnout

Friday 1 December 16:09:15 UTC 2017

‘Tis the season to analyze crowd sizes simply because you know it will irk the president deep down to his core, right? Donald Trump's infamous crowd size debate, which was first ignited with a comparison of Barack Obama and Trump's inauguration crowds, has returned for the holidays and once again. (Sad!) SEE ALSO: Who pulled the bigger crowd: Trump or Obama? … [Link]

Mashable » Some jerk just diverted a flight by naming his hotspot 'bomb on board'

Friday 1 December 16:04:02 UTC 2017

A Turkish Airlines flight was diverted by a "bomb on board" that turned out to be a false alarm.  SEE ALSO: Singapore Airlines' new cabins are basically a hotel room in the sky The flight from Nairobi to Istanbul made an emergency landing in Khartoum, Sudan, after passengers detected an wifi network titled "bomb on board." Nice going, dude.  The flight … [Link]

Mashable » This 'magic' wand lets you build anything out of thin air

Friday 1 December 16:00:00 UTC 2017

The Yeehaw Wand hooks up to your phone or tablet and lets you create 3D objects out of thin air. Read more…More about Kickstarter, Mashable Video, 3d Printing, Mashable Video, and Real Time [Link]

Mashable » Of course Chrissy Teigen celebrated her birthday Pan-Am style

Friday 1 December 15:58:41 UTC 2017

Chrissy Teigen was flying high on her birthday yesterday.  She celebrated her 32nd birthday with a Pan-Am theme party. The bash was filled with food, drinks and even 'Chrissy Bingo' to celebrate her birthday 'up in the sky.' SEE ALSO: Chrissy Teigen isn’t keen to share the birthday spotlight with another, uh, celebrity A post shared by Kim Kardashian Snapchats 🍑 … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook videos may start with ads, just like on YouTube

Friday 1 December 15:57:59 UTC 2017

Get ready for more ads on Facebook.  Facebook Watch, the company's initiative for original shows, will reportedly test pre-roll video ads — a.k.a. commercials — before the actual video starts, AdAge reported Friday.  SEE ALSO: Facebook signs Bill Murray and Brian Doyle-Murray for an original video series This potential change opposes Facebook's previous strategy and CEO Mark Zuckerberg's own words.  "We … [Link]

Mashable » Volvo is trying out car subscriptions that are just like smartphone payment plans

Friday 1 December 15:56:11 UTC 2017

Volvo is taking steps to embrace new technologies more aggressively than some of its peers, and that trend even extends to the way the Swedish automaker will market its vehicles to drivers. The company officially released the terms for its previously announced Care by Volvo service, which offers consumers an all-inclusive lease on the new XC40 compact SUV. While car leases … [Link]

Mashable » Women over 50 see sexual harassment very differently to millennials

Friday 1 December 15:54:26 UTC 2017

Somewhere between the main course and dessert at a dinner party, I became aware of a colossal chasm in the way my generation and my parents' generation perceive sexual harassment. It was during a recent trip to my parents' home in rural Warwickshire, England, that I found myself embroiled in conversations with family friends and neighbours about sexual harassment and sexual … [Link]

Mashable » Aaron Judge narrowly edged out Big Bird in NYC mayoral write-in votes

Friday 1 December 15:51:33 UTC 2017

Bill de Blasio may have easily won his second term as New York City's mayor last month with more than 66 percent of the vote, but his run wasn't entirely uncontested. The official write-in results are in, thanks to the NYC Board of Elections, and there were quite a few public figures who came within just, you know, a few hundred … [Link]

Slashdot » Disney Sues Redbox, Hoping To Block Digital Movie Sales

Friday 1 December 15:50:00 UTC 2017

phalse phace writes: About 1 month ago, Redbox started selling through their kiosks slips of paper with codes on them that lets the buyer download a digital copy of a Disney movie.But Disney says that's a no-no and this week it sued Redbox in an attempt to stop the code sales. According to Marketwatch: "Walt Disney sued Redbox on Thursday … [Link]

Mashable » This year's winner of the Bad Sex in Fiction Award will make your skin crawl

Friday 1 December 15:47:16 UTC 2017

And the winner is… LA LA LAND! Oh wait… SEE ALSO: 69 times Ryan Reynolds was hands down the funniest actor on Twitter The Literary Review announced the winner of the 25th annual Bad Sex in Fiction Award at what it described as "a lavish ceremony" on Thursday evening. The Bad Sex in Fiction award's purpose is "to draw attention to … [Link]

Mashable » Google bans Android apps that sneak in ads on your phone's lockscreen

Friday 1 December 15:46:08 UTC 2017

One of the disadvantages of Android being an open operating system is that app developers can pretty much mess with the core experience in any way they want. Like inject ads that show up on your phone's lock screen. Nobody really wants that, which is why Google's now banned apps that try to sneak in ads onto your lockscreen from the … [Link]

Mashable » The 'Batman Ninja' anime trailer looks insane in the best way

Friday 1 December 15:45:16 UTC 2017

Batman Ninja is an anime movie coming out in 2018 and it looks like it could easily be the best Batman film ever made. Starring a Samurai-esque Batman and Joker and loaded with teases of fellow heroes and villains alike, the Batman Ninja trailer gives us a glimpse at a fresh take on Batman, a hero whose Gotham City story … [Link]

Mashable » 2016 Michael Flynn video highlights the soul-crushing hypocrisy of his F.B.I. guilty plea

Friday 1 December 15:43:35 UTC 2017

Call the internet the hypocrisy elephant, because it never forgets your B.S. On Friday morning, the world learned that Trump's former national security adviser Michael Flynn is expected to plead guilty to lying to the F.B.I. about his contact with the Russian ambassador.  SEE ALSO: Russia sent payments quite literally labelled 'to finance election campaign of 2016' The guilty plea could … [Link]

Mashable » This walkie-talkie set makes a great gift for the kids in your life

Friday 1 December 15:36:25 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Provide the kids in your life with a little throwback fun and let them experience a time before smartphones were the norm. These walkie-talkies are 38% off today. SEE ALSO: Target's offering up to 50% off select toys in time for holiday shopping The … [Link]

Mashable » Alexa wants to host your next game night with new Echo Buttons

Friday 1 December 15:24:44 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. Amazon wants Alexa to be everything for you: a personal assistant, a maid, a news anchor, and now a game show host.  SEE ALSO: Get a WeMo mini smart plug for only $20 today The next gadget to be added to Alexa's arsenal just … [Link]

Mashable » You'll never believe how happy Holland the rescue dog gets after a haircut

Friday 1 December 15:09:08 UTC 2017

A small pup now smiles from ear to ear in the comfort of her new and loving home, thanks to a team of dedicated animal rescuers.  Little Holland fell into the hands of the Trio Animal Foundation in Chicago for urgent medical care after she endured uninhabitable conditions at a "open access" shelter that only accepted abandoned animals.  According to TAF's … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Hummingbirds have massive hearts to power their hovering flight

Friday 1 December 15:08:56 UTC 2017

Birds that hover in front of flowers have huge hearts to power their energy-intensive flight, and even birds that glide effortlessly need fairly big hearts to keep it up [Link]

New Scientist – News » Baby pterosaurs were cute, defenceless and unable to fly

Friday 1 December 15:08:53 UTC 2017

Over 200 pterosaur eggs have been found at a site in China, the largest such discovery on record, and the embryos inside reveal what newly-hatched pterosaurs were like [Link]

Mashable » Get lit with this stocking-shaped drink dispenser that's less than $15

Friday 1 December 15:02:59 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. 'Tis the season for holiday parties and seasonal sipping. If you're looking to get turnt at your holiday office party, then might we suggest this boozy stocking flask that's currently 50% off. SEE ALSO: Rock your holiday party with the best ugly sweaters the … [Link]

Mashable » Prince Harry manages to avoid the most awkward live TV interview ever

Friday 1 December 15:00:46 UTC 2017

You might remember Alison Hammond, the over-the-top showbiz reporter who turned into an Internet star after this hilarious interview with Harrison Ford and Ryan Gosling. Seriously, watch it if you haven't already: it's already a classic. Now she's turned her eyes to the couple of the year, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, who just got engaged and are in Nottingham … [Link]

Mashable » These are the top 10 most dirty places in the office

Friday 1 December 15:00:00 UTC 2017

Would you ever lick the surface of your phone? How about your keyboard? How about the doorknob? EW! We probably go dilly-dallying around the workplace without thinking twice about who and what’s touched the surfaces we regularly encounter. Here are the top 10 places in the office that are as dirty as the toilet seat. Subscribe for Sharp Science and … [Link]

Mashable » Let Caitriona Balfe and Sam Heughan take you inside 'Outlander' with this romantic deleted scene

Friday 1 December 15:00:00 UTC 2017

If you've always dreamed of stepping onto the set of Outlander, Starz and Mashable have just the ticket: an exclusive deleted scene from Season 3, episode 11, filmed with 360 degree cameras to allow you to explore every inch of the Artemis — the gorgeous full-scale ship that's currently carrying Claire and Jamie Fraser to Jamaica.  SEE ALSO: Inside the musical … [Link]

Slashdot » Google Will Block Third-Party Software From Injecting Code Into Chrome

Friday 1 December 15:00:00 UTC 2017

Catalin Cimpanu, writing for BleepingComputer: Google has laid out a plan for blocking third-party applications from injecting code into the Chrome browser. The most impacted by this change are antivirus and other security products that often inject code into the user's local browser process to intercept and scan for malware, phishing pages, and other threats. Google says these changes will … [Link]

Mashable » A delightful side-by-side comparison of 'The Room' and 'The Disaster Artist'

Friday 1 December 14:49:58 UTC 2017

The Disaster Artist, in-theaters Friday, is already certified fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.  Centered on the making of a cult-classic called The Room, the A24 flick's even generated Oscar buzz for its director and star James Franco. But how does Franco's portrayal of The Room's Tommy Wiseau stand up next to the real thing? This delightful side-by-side comparison offers a brief … [Link]

Mashable » Save $30 on these Beats, in-ear headphones

Friday 1 December 14:31:20 UTC 2017

Just to let you know, if you buy something featured here, Mashable might earn an affiliate commission. The holidays are quickly approaching, so why not tackle your gift list early by snagging this pair of urBeats in-ear headphones for 30% off. SEE ALSO: Light up the party with this wireless Bluetooth speaker According to the product page, these headphones are durable … [Link]

Slashdot » The Underground Uber Networks Driven by Russian Hackers

Friday 1 December 14:10:00 UTC 2017

Joseph Cox, reporting for DailyBeat: Uber's ride-sharing service has given birth to some of the most creative criminal scams to date, including using a GPS-spoofing app to rip off riders in Nigeria, and even ginning up fake drivers by using stolen identities. Add to those this nefariously genius operation: Cybercriminals, many working in Russia, have created their own illegitimate taxi … [Link]

Mashable » Can you tell the difference between 'The Room' cast and their 'Disaster Artist' doppelgangers?

Friday 1 December 14:09:30 UTC 2017

If you aren't familiar with cult cinematic classic The Room, it's time to leave your stupid comments in your pocket and educate yourself.  Widely considered to be the worst film ever made, the so-bad-it's-sublime 2003 indie movie was written, directed and produced by its enigmatic star, Tommy Wiseau, and the process of making it was apparently so arduous, unpredictable, and downright … [Link]

Mashable » The world is on fire, but at least Harry and Meghan are loved-up in their first public engagement

Friday 1 December 13:36:42 UTC 2017

News of their engagement brought fans of the Royals into a rapturous ecstasy.  SEE ALSO: Watch 11-year-old Meghan Markle protesting a sexist ad on TV So naturally their first public engagement was a thundering success.  We're talking about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who greeted cheering members of the public in Nottingham, ahead of a visit to a World Aids charity … [Link]

Slashdot » Russia Wants To Launch Backup DNS System By August 1, 2018

Friday 1 December 13:00:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader shares a report from BleepingComputer: The Russian government plans to build its own "independent internet infrastructure" that will be used by BRICS member states — Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The plan was part of the topic list at the October meeting of the Russian Security Council, and President Vladimir Putin approved the initiative with … [Link]

Mashable » Matt Smith has not met Prince Philip, even though he plays Prince Philip

Friday 1 December 12:53:32 UTC 2017

He may not be British royalty, but a Time Lord probably outranks a Prince anyway. SEE ALSO: 2 surprise guests at 'The Crown' Season 2 premiere totally stole the show Matt Smith was a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live to talk about the upcoming second season of The Crown. As it turns out, Matt Smith has never met Prince Philip, … [Link]

Mashable » Hugh Jackman and Patrick Stewart's 'father and son' pic is wrecking everyone's emotions

Friday 1 December 11:55:58 UTC 2017

Patrick Stewart: Do you think it's possible to break someone using only a single captioned image?Hugh Jackman: hold my beer… SEE ALSO: Patrick Stewart happily picking apples is ripe for a Photoshop battle On Thursday Hugh Jackman tweeted a picture of himself and his X-Men co-star Patrick Stewart. He also decided to knock it up another notch with a very special … [Link]

Mashable » Prince George wants only this single gift for Christmas

Friday 1 December 11:42:09 UTC 2017

With all the attention on the engagement of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, our favourite prince-future-king George must have felt a bit lonely.  SEE ALSO: Prince George's favourite film proves once and for all he just can't wait to be king But fear not, because his wonderful dad William has passed a special request during his trip to Finland.  The Duke … [Link]

Mashable » Politician quotes Dumbledore to make a point about Trump, nails it

Friday 1 December 11:29:30 UTC 2017

There’s no book more vital to a politician's repertoire than Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. SEE ALSO: Cozy up inside the Hogwarts house of your choosing for the winter On the BBC flagship political programme Question Time on Thursday, the panel was asked by an audience member: "How far would Donald Trump have to go before our government formally rescinded … [Link]

Mashable » The Ikea tote bag has now been reimagined as a holiday stocking because¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Friday 1 December 11:29:24 UTC 2017

Ikea’s iconic Frakta shopping bag has now been fashioned into a holiday stocking because the world is apparently out of ideas.  SEE ALSO: Balenciaga is trying to make car mat skirts happen for more than $2,000 For some unfathomable reason, this blue, ugly bag has gained a kind of cult status of late. Even fashion house Balenciaga crafted a $2,145 bag … [Link]

Mashable » Watch 11-year-old Meghan Markle protesting a sexist ad on TV

Friday 1 December 10:47:21 UTC 2017

Footage has emerged of Meghan Markle campaigning against sexist adverts when she was just 11 years old.  SEE ALSO: 6 things you need to know about Meghan Markle now that she's about to become a royal Inside Edition obtained footage of Markle talking about a sexist ad for Ivory washing up liquid on Nick News back in 1993. In the … [Link]

Mashable » Jimmy Kimmel addresses his Twitter exchange with Roy Moore

Friday 1 December 10:29:42 UTC 2017

If you missed Roy Moore coming for Jimmy Kimmel on Twitter, you should definitely check out what happened. SEE ALSO: You need to watch Larry David's outtakes from Jimmy Kimmel's 'Mean Tweets' In his show on Thursday Jimmy Kimmel addressed his Twitter exchange with Roy Moore, which started after Moore accused Kimmel of mocking "christian values" and invited him to … [Link]

Mashable » Selena Gomez thanking her best friend for 'saving my life' is the purest thing you'll see today

Friday 1 December 10:28:34 UTC 2017

In September, Selena Gomez revealed in a candid Instagram post that she had a kidney transplant due to her lupus and her best friend and fellow actress Francia Raisa donated a kidney to her. I’m very aware some of my fans had noticed I was laying low for part of the summer and questioning why I wasn’t promoting my new music, … [Link]

Slashdot » SpaceX's First Falcon Heavy Launch Will Now Take Place In 2018

Friday 1 December 10:00:00 UTC 2017

The launch of SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket has been delayed to 2018. In an email to Aviation Week, SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell said, "We wanted to fly Heavy this year. We should be able to static fire this year and fly a couple of weeks right after that." Engadget reports: The static fire test will be the first time that … [Link]

Mashable » Kate Winslet and Stephen Colbert film the perfect alternative ending for 'Titanic'

Friday 1 December 9:48:47 UTC 2017

A veritable bonanza of Titanic tidbits. SEE ALSO: James Cameron is tired of your 'Titanic' death theories Kate Winslet was a guest on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Thursday night, and leading up to the re-release of Titanic the actress revealed many interesting facts about the film. For example, it was actually James Cameron, not Leonardo DiCaprio, who … [Link]

Mashable » Guy paints his own arrows on the road, in hopes of speeding up his commute

Friday 1 December 9:30:51 UTC 2017

A Chinese commuter, fed up with a typically congested intersection on his way home, decided to hit on the brilliant idea of changing the arrow markings on the road himself. Police released surveillance footage of the 28-year-old man, named Cai, painting over a left-turning arrow with a can of white spray paint. SEE ALSO: Watch a biker stop traffic to save … [Link]

Mashable » Pikachu gets his highest honor yet, becomes Japan city ambassador

Friday 1 December 7:30:09 UTC 2017

Turns out those speaking skills came in handy for Pikachu after all. The famous Pokémon has been appointed ambassador for the Japanese city of Osaka, Taro Kono, Japan's minister for foreign affairs announced in a tweet. SEE ALSO: A new Pokémon Cafe is opening up in Tokyo At the ceremony, Kono also appointed Hello Kitty to the role. I have appointed … [Link]

Mashable » Uber reveals 1.2 million customers affected by hack in one country alone

Friday 1 December 7:06:53 UTC 2017

Uber’s once secret data breach affected 57 million customers globally, but it's only recently we've seen how the hack is affecting specific markets. In Australia, the company's local arm revealed 1.2 million customers were affected by the data breach, as per a report by the Australian Financial Review.  SEE ALSO: Uber's new CEO says he banned employees from using secure messaging … [Link]

Slashdot » Vine Co-Founder Dom Hofmann Says He's Working On 'a Follow-Up To Vine'

Friday 1 December 7:00:00 UTC 2017

Last year, the six-second video social media app called Vine was shut down by Twitter. The Verge reports that Vine's co-founder, Dom Hofmann, says he's working on "a follow-up to Vine," where he will be funding the project himself outside of his current company, Interspace. "I'm going to work on a follow-up to vine. i've been feeling it myself for … [Link]

Mashable » Bumble’s pop-up wants to remind people that dating isn't all doom and gloom

Friday 1 December 6:36:17 UTC 2017

As some know too well, the modern dating experience isn't always a positive one. For Bumble, with its "women-first" philosophy across the now three different modes (Bumble, BFF and Bizz) of its app, positivity has been a key factor in setting itself apart from the rest.  SEE ALSO: Why heterosexuals are so obsessed with height in online dating It's evident in … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Baby pterosaurs were cute, defenceless and unable to fly

Friday 1 December 6:30:33 UTC 2017

Over 200 pterosaur eggs have been found at a site in China, the largest such discovery on record, and the embryos inside reveal what newly-hatched pterosaurs were like [Link]

New Scientist – News » Married people are much less likely to get dementia

Friday 1 December 6:30:32 UTC 2017

People who are single for life are 42 per cent more likely to get dementia, but marriage isn’t always good for your health – especially if you’re a woman [Link]

New Scientist – News » No, aliens aren’t lurking on the International Space Station

Friday 1 December 6:30:30 UTC 2017

History tells us that earthly contamination is by far the most likely explanation for “extraterrestrial” bacteria found on the ISS hull, says Geraint Lewis [Link]

New Scientist – News » Tasty tomatoes could be sacrificed in drive to cut food waste

Friday 1 December 6:30:29 UTC 2017

People are up in arms over new UK food labelling guidelines that advise storing tomatoes in the fridge. Does flavour have to lose out to reduce spoilage? [Link]

Mashable » Twitter Lite app launches in 24 more countries

Friday 1 December 6:01:29 UTC 2017

Twitter Lite, the space-saving version of Twitter's main app, is ready for prime time after about two months of ground testing in the Philippines. The social network announced on Friday it's releasing Twitter Lite to Android's Google Play store in 24 countries, mostly in emerging markets across Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. SEE ALSO: Twitter replaced its … [Link]

Mashable » Data-friendly YouTube Go comes out in beta in Southeast Asia

Friday 1 December 4:17:53 UTC 2017

Google has released its data-friendly YouTube Go app in some of Southeast Asia, and Africa's new markets. Available now in beta for Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and the Philippines, the app is a way to get video to users in countries where data availability might not be as complete as it is in other countries. SEE ALSO: Now you can play YouTube … [Link]

Slashdot » Democrat Senators Introduce National Data Breach Notification Law

Friday 1 December 3:30:00 UTC 2017

New submitter unarmed8 shares a report from CyberScoop: Three Democratic senators introduced legislation on Thursday requiring companies to notify customers of data breaches within thirty days of their discovery and imposing a five year prison sentence on organizations caught concealing data breaches. The new bill, called the Data Security and Breach Notification Act, was introduced in the wake of reports … [Link]

Mashable » Google Translate might have a gender problem

Friday 1 December 3:13:12 UTC 2017

So much of our life is determined by algorithms. From what you see on your Facebook News Feed, to the books and knickknacks recommended to you by Amazon, to the disturbing videos YouTube shows to your children, our attention is systematically parsed and sold to the highest bidder. These mysterious formulas that shape us, guide us, and nudge us toward someone … [Link]

Mashable » Australia wants to throw Prince Harry his bachelor party

Friday 1 December 3:07:49 UTC 2017

As you've probably seen a gazillion times on the internet already, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are engaged. Which means aside from organising a very lush wedding, there's also the matter of the honeymoon and putting together pre-wedding plans — such as a bachelor/bachelorette party.  SEE ALSO: Meghan Markle is Madonna and Prince Harry is naked in this cheeky mobile graffiti … [Link]

Mashable » The Google Pixel Buds mistranslated the word salad 4 times

Friday 1 December 2:40:00 UTC 2017

The Google Pixel Buds claim to be able to translate up to 40 languages. We brought in 2 interpreters to put the buds to the test. To our surprise, the earphones had trouble with the word Arabic word for salad… multiple times. Read more…More about Google, Salad, French, Russian, and Headphones [Link]

Mashable » In NYC, uptown and downtown rats don’t mix

Friday 1 December 2:19:06 UTC 2017

It turns out rats, like New Yorkers, are partial to their neighborhoods. An ecology researcher has been tracking brown rats all over Manhattan for nearly the past three years. Fordham University grad student Matthew Combs found that the rodents stick to certain areas: you'll find uptown rats and downtown rats, with a break in midtown. The two groups don't mingle much. … [Link]

Slashdot » CNN Visualizes Climate Change-Driven Arctic Melt With 360-Degree VR Video

Friday 1 December 2:05:00 UTC 2017

dryriver writes: CNN has put up a slickly produced and somewhat alarming 360-degree browser video experience that allows the viewer to see firsthand what arctic melt looks like in Greenland. The video takes the viewer to the "Ground Zero" of climate change. Throughout the 7-minute long video, the viewer can interactively look around the locations visited. Voice narration and various … [Link]

Mashable » A new Pokémon Cafe is opening up in Tokyo

Friday 1 December 1:44:36 UTC 2017

The ever-enduring franchise of your childhood, Pokémon, is going into the food business. A Pokémon Cafe is opening up in Tokyo, Japan at the Takashimaya store in Nihonbashi, and it'll be the company's first permanent restaurant. SEE ALSO: Drivers distracted by 'Pokémon Go' caused major damage in the game's first few months Set to open in March 2018, the new café … [Link]

Mashable » Chrissy Teigen isn’t keen to share the birthday spotlight with another, uh, celebrity

Friday 1 December 1:32:15 UTC 2017

Birthdays are awesome. You get presents, eat cake, and best of all, every last bit of attention is directed toward you for the entire day. However, apparently that's not the case when you're a celebrity who shares the birthday spotlight with other celebrities. SEE ALSO: Someone help Chrissy Teigen get her lost Nintendo Switch back That seems to be the case … [Link]

Slashdot » Verizon Will Launch 5G Home Internet Access In 2018

Friday 1 December 1:25:00 UTC 2017

wyattstorch516 writes: Real competition may finally be on the way for the residential broadband market. Verizon will be the first company to introduce 5G wireless broadband in a select number of cities. This will give residential customers an alternative to cable/fiber offerings. 5G wireless can offer speeds in the range of hundreds of megabits per second. Full technical specifications as … [Link]

Mashable » Bette Midler demands apology from Geraldo Rivera for alleged sexual assault

Friday 1 December 1:16:43 UTC 2017

The #MeToo movement gained a powerful voice today when Bette Midler posted about an accusation of assault she first made back in 1991.  Those were different times, but now, in this moment of cultural reckoning, Midler's assertion that sexual assault is "not funny" is finally being heard.  SEE ALSO: #MeToo is beating out Trump in TIME's 'Person of the Year' reader … [Link]

Mashable » Beyoncé and Ed Sheeran's first duet is delightful and cheesy

Friday 1 December 1:14:21 UTC 2017

Ed Sheeran's first ever duet with Beyonce has dropped. Announced on Thursday, the British pop star teamed up with Queen Bey for a new version of "Perfect" from his March 2017 album ÷. SEE ALSO: Ed Sheeran 'raps' on Taylor Swift's 'reputation' and Twitter is having none of it Sheeran first dropped the announcement on Instagram, marking the release time of … [Link]

Mashable » 4 ways to be there for someone who is grieving during the holidays

Friday 1 December 1:12:15 UTC 2017

The holiday season is meant to be a period filled with joy. But for many people it's a sad reminder of past or recent tragedy: the death of a loved one, a devastating medical diagnosis, a difficult divorce. That grief can feel more intense when no one acknowledges your pain.  That's why OptionB.org, the website founded earlier this year by Facebook … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Amazon's New AWS Offerings Launched at Re:invent

Friday 1 December 1:12:05 UTC 2017

This week, Amazon announced a slew of new offerings at its AWS division Re:invent conference in Las Vegas. Here's a look at several of the most exciting. AWS AppSync According to Amazon, “In this day and age, it is almost impossible to do without our mobile devices and the applications that help make our lives easier.” But mobile app developers … [Link]

Mashable » Tesla switches on the world's largest lithium ion battery

Friday 1 December 0:51:04 UTC 2017

Tesla’s hit the switch on the world's largest lithium ion battery. After winning a bet to build the huge battery in 100 days, Musk and his team, along with the South Australian government, completed the installation of a Powerpack system with 100 megawatts of capacity on Nov. 23. And now, it's up and running. SEE ALSO: This isn’t the first time … [Link]

Mashable » The 6 Best Places to Live in the Event of Nuclear War

Friday 1 December 0:45:00 UTC 2017

Read more…More about Nuclear Weapons, Mashable Reels, Culture, and Politics [Link]

Slashdot » System76 Will Disable Intel Management Engine On Its Linux Laptops

Friday 1 December 0:45:00 UTC 2017

System76 is rolling out a firmware update for its recent laptops that will disable the Intel Management Engine altogether. The decision comes after a major security vulnerability was discovered that would allow an attacker with local access to execute arbitrary code. Liliputing reports: What's noteworthy in the System76 announcement is that the PC maker isn't just planning to disable Intel … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Daily API RoundUp: DBS Bank, AWS, Veem

Friday 1 December 0:31:19 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]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Axway Announces Changes to its AMPLIFY Platform

Friday 1 December 0:30:42 UTC 2017

Axway has announced changes to its AMPLIFY platform which include modifications to API management, application development, file transfer, and analytics capabilities. [Link]

Mashable » This graph compares Trump tweets with 'Fox & Friends,' and I'm sorry to even make you look

Friday 1 December 0:30:39 UTC 2017

If you want to predict President Donald Trump's next move, look no further than Fox News' hit propaganda disasterpiece, Fox and Friends. Trump has long been a fan of the show, frequently tweeting about show segments when he's not busy spreading anti-Muslim venom. A new graphic examines the relationship between Trump's tweets and the hours when Fox & Friends comes on … [Link]

Mashable » Super confident GM says its driverless cars will hit city streets by 2019

Friday 1 December 0:16:16 UTC 2017

General Motors President Dan Ammann made a rather bold statement today: In less than two years, autonomous Chevy Bolts will be driving around busy city streets. “If we continue on our current rate of change, we will be ready to deploy this technology in large scale in the most complex environments in 2019,” Ammann said at a press and investor event … [Link]

Slashdot » Australian Man Uses Snack Bags As Faraday Cage To Block Tracking By Employer

Friday 1 December 0:03:00 UTC 2017

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: A 60-year-old electrician in Perth, Western Australia had his termination upheld by a labor grievance commission when it was determined he had been abusing his position and technical knowledge to squeeze in some recreation during working hours. Tom Colella used mylar snack bags to block GPS tracking via his employer-assigned personal … [Link]

Mashable » Disney has cast its live-action 'Mulan' and the internet is celebrating

Friday 1 December 0:00:00 UTC 2017

Disney has cast Chinese actress Liu Yifei to star in its live-action version of 'Mulan' and fans have reacted positively to the fresh face. Read more…More about Entertainment, Movies, Disney, Mashable Video, and Kids [Link]

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