Geekish

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 » For the love of god stop sending 'Elon Musk' your Ethereum. It's a scam.

Wednesday 21 February 23:37:08 UTC 2018

People, please please please listen closely: Elon Musk is not giving away Ether. Scammers have swarmed Twitter in recent weeks in an attempt to trick people out of their hard-earned cryptocurrency, and as a particular tweet today makes clear they're having a lot of success. SEE ALSO: Has Elon Musk finally … cracked? The scam itself is incredibly simple, and starts … [Link]

Slashdot » Apple In Talks To Buy Cobalt Directly From Miners

Wednesday 21 February 23:30:00 UTC 2018

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Bloomberg: Apple Inc. is in talks to buy long-term supplies of cobalt directly from miners for the first time, according to people familiar with the matter, seeking to ensure it will have enough of the key battery ingredient amid industry fears of a shortage driven by the electric vehicle boom. The iPhone maker … [Link]

Mashable » Ford's North America president, Raj Nair, is out due to 'inappropriate behavior'

Wednesday 21 February 23:21:27 UTC 2018

Ford’s president of North America, Raj Nair, is no longer with the company — effective immediately. The company offered a statement about Nair's departure on Wednesday, explaining that "The decision follows a recent internal investigation into reports of inappropriate behavior." Nair was found by a review to have behaved in a way that was "inconsistent with the company’s code of conduct." … [Link]

Mashable » Looks like Kylie Jenner might be giving up on Snapchat with everyone else

Wednesday 21 February 23:06:46 UTC 2018

When one of the most popular users of your app joins the thousands of people (including Chrissy Teigen) speaking up about your awful redesign, well, maybe it's finally time to listen. Kylie Jenner, aka Stormi's mom, aka @kylizzlmynizzl on Snapchat, has officially added her voice to the concerned Snapchat users who reject everything about the new redesign. SEE ALSO: Chrissy Teigen … [Link]

Slashdot » 100-Page Report Warns of the Many Dangers of AI

Wednesday 21 February 22:50:00 UTC 2018

dmoberhaus writes: Last year, 26 top AI researchers from around the globe convened in Oxford to discuss the biggest threats posed by artificial intelligence. The result of this two day conference was published today as a 100-page report. The report details three main areas where AI poses a threat: political, physical systems, and cybersecurity. It discusses the specifics of these … [Link]

Mashable » How mobile photography technology has evolved over two decades of phone cameras

Wednesday 21 February 22:34:44 UTC 2018

Picture this: The sun is sinking below the horizon, and it's going to be a stunner of a sunset — one for the books (or at the very least, for Facebook). You scramble for your phone to capture those vivid, cotton candy-coloured skies, but the image simply doesn't translate on your screen as beautifully as it appears IRL. In the nascent … [Link]

Mashable » Adorable child has a bone to pick with KFC

Wednesday 21 February 22:21:25 UTC 2018

Chicken — it gets personal. This tiny poultry lover in the UK gave a very passionate interview to Britain's ITV News on Tuesday after more than 500 KFC stores remained shut following "operational issues" with the fast food titan's new distribution system. SEE ALSO: KFC has run out of chicken in the UK The child seems pretty calm in the … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Research Reveals that APIs Can Solve Digital Transformation Troubles

Wednesday 21 February 22:13:42 UTC 2018

There’s a lot riding on the shoulders of IT leaders today. [Link]

Mashable » This picture of Kylie Jenner's baby bump became a thirsty meme

Wednesday 21 February 22:12:23 UTC 2018

When Kylie Jenner announced the birth of her daughter Stormi on Super Bowl Sunday, she released a sweet 11-minute documentary about her secret pregnancy. But knowing the internet, it only took a few days for people to turn an adorable baby video into a meme about wanting some. SEE ALSO: Kylie Jenner had a baby, and the loveliest reason for keeping … [Link]

Slashdot » New Lawsuit Accuses Tesla of Knowingly Selling Defective Vehicles

Wednesday 21 February 22:10:00 UTC 2018

A new lawsuit from a former Tesla employee claims the company knowingly sold defective cars, and that the employee was demoted and eventually fired after reporting the practice to his superiors. The lawsuit was filed in late January in New Jersey Superior Court under the Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA). The Verge reports: The former employee, Adam Williams, worked for … [Link]

Mashable » Snap Maps shows chilling view of gun control walkouts spreading across the country

Wednesday 21 February 22:09:46 UTC 2018

This is what collective mobilization looks like. High school students across the country walked out of school on Wednesday to protest inaction from politicians on gun control policy. The protests are a direct response to the deadly high school shooting in Parkland, Florida last week that took 17 lives. A striking way to see the spread of this movement — from … [Link]

Mashable » Get yourself a collapsible water bottle to save space and stop waste

Wednesday 21 February 22:06:59 UTC 2018

Heads up: All products featured here are selected by Mashable's commerce team and meet our rigorous standards for awesomeness. If you buy something, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. It's getting warmer, and that means it's time to start thinking more about on-the-go hydration. Your travel bag and the environment will probably thank you for storing your drinks in this collapsible … [Link]

Mashable » The book world had plenty of shade for Trump at the 2018 PEN America Literary Awards

Wednesday 21 February 22:03:14 UTC 2018

The book world came together to celebrate groundbreaking new literature on Tuesday night at the 2018 PEN America Literary Awards. The ceremony, hosted annually by PEN America, honors authors who have made significant contributions to the literary world and celebrates books published in fiction and a wide array of non-fiction, including sports writing, science writing, essays, and more. SEE ALSO: 10 … [Link]

Mashable » Try not to get hypnotized by this 'shark whisperer' and his calming powers

Wednesday 21 February 21:57:48 UTC 2018

British marine biologist Alexander Wilcox has been working as an apprentice under Cristina Zenato, a certified 'shark whisperer.' Here he is showing off the insane skills he's learned to divers in the Caribbean. Read more…More about Mashable Video, Real People, Shark, Sharks, and Scuba [Link]

Mashable » The U.S. Government Accuses Two Chinese Phone Makers of Spying on Americans – Here's Why We Think It's Bullsh*t

Wednesday 21 February 21:33:50 UTC 2018

The CIA, NSA, and FBI are accusing the Chinese government of using Huawei and ZTE phones to spy on Americans. The thing is, there's no hardcore evidence. Even though the company denied these allegations, they need to show their customers that their phones are safe to use. Read more here. Read more…More about China, Mashable Video, Nsa, Government, and Usa [Link]

Mashable » Ski ballet is the magnificently weird Olympic sport that deserved better

Wednesday 21 February 21:32:39 UTC 2018

Warning: you're about to miss a sport you never knew existed. What is ski ballet, you ask? For the most part, it's probably what you're imagining: a choreographed freestyle ski program full of jumps, spins, and other stunts. Yes, it was set to music. Yes, the athletes wore enormous sleeves. Yes, it was the manifestation of all my personal dreams. SEE … [Link]

Slashdot » Snapchat Responds To Change.Org Petition Complaining About the App's Redesign

Wednesday 21 February 21:30:00 UTC 2018

An anonymous reader quotes a report from TechCrunch: Snapchat has posted an official response to users who signed a petition on Change.org asking the company to reverse its controversial update, which people say makes the app more difficult to use. In the response, Snapchat promises to make a few more changes to the Friends and Discover section in order to … [Link]

Mashable » Today's best deals include PlayStation and Xbox bundles, robot vacuums, security cameras, and Dell laptops

Wednesday 21 February 21:28:57 UTC 2018

Heads up: All products featured here are selected by Mashable's commerce team and meet our rigorous standards for awesomeness. If you buy something, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. President's Day might be over, but the tech deals are flowing over into a second term — 10/10 presidential reference, am I right? If you had this past Monday off and were … [Link]

Mashable » 3D posts on Facebook just got a lot better

Wednesday 21 February 21:07:39 UTC 2018

Support for 3D imagery on Facebook is growing. Last October, Facebook introduced interactive posts of 3D objects to its news feed. The social network rolled out support for a new file format this week, which will make it even easier for users to share high-quality 3D images. The format, glTF 2.0, allows for more realistic rendering of objects' textures, and more … [Link]

Mashable » We finally found the world's smallest fidget spinner

Wednesday 21 February 20:52:12 UTC 2018

If you have small hands, you'll know that spinning a fidget spinner can be a cumbersome affair. Westminster Inc. has just the solution. The toy and brand has created what it claims is the world's smallest fidget spinner. It's one and a quarter inches long, and fits comfortably on even the smallest of fingers. SEE ALSO: Now there's a disgusting pimple … [Link]

Slashdot » Instead of Slowing Down Innovation To Protect Few People, Policymakers Should Focus On Helping Displaced Workers Transition Into New Jobs, ITIF Suggests

Wednesday 21 February 20:51:00 UTC 2018

A recently published report by Information Technology & Innovation Foundation (ITIF) argues that rather than slow down change to protect a small number of workers at the expense of the vast majority, policymakers should focus on doing significantly more to help workers transition easily into new jobs and new occupations [PDF]. From a report: There has been growing speculation that … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » W3C WebAssembly Working Group Publishes Three First Public Working Drafts

Wednesday 21 February 20:44:24 UTC 2018

The World Wide Web Consortium’s (W3C) WebAssembly Working Group has published three first public working drafts for the WebAssembly Core Specification, WebAssembly JavaScript Interface and WebAssembly Web API. [Link]

Mashable » This travel pillow looks like it's attacking you — but it really just wants to give you a hug

Wednesday 21 February 20:40:39 UTC 2018

‘MonPère’ is a travel pillow in the shape of hands that cradle your face while you sleep. The mitts stay secure whichever way you bend them and comfortably hold your neck and head in place. Fighting for the window seat is a thing of the past. Read more…More about Watercooler, Travel, Kickstarter, Mashable Video, and Train [Link]

Mashable » Twitter updates its developer rules to crack down on bots

Wednesday 21 February 20:39:37 UTC 2018

Twitter is getting serious about its bot problem. Hours after a massive bot purge that prompted the #TwitterLockOut hashtag to trend, the company is announcing new rules for developers meant to prevent bots from using third-party apps to spread spam. SEE ALSO: Are you arguing with a bot? Here's how to know. According to the new rules, developers that use Twitter's … [Link]

Mashable » If you really want to put 'America First,' support tech industry immigrants

Wednesday 21 February 20:39:14 UTC 2018

This column is part of a series called "Voices of Women in Tech," created in collaboration with AnitaB.org, a global enterprise that supports women in technical fields, as well as the organizations that employ them and the academic institutions training the next generation. As the daughter of a family of overachievers in Kolkata, India, I knew that an advanced degree from an … [Link]

Mashable » Who wants to live forever, asks the book Benedict Cumberbatch is bringing to the screen

Wednesday 21 February 20:30:59 UTC 2018

The world's richest man made a $42 million investment in a vast clock, now under construction, that is designed to tick away for 10,000 years. Elon Musk sent a car to space that should orbit the sun for millions of years, containing a miniature library that will last for billions more. Meanwhile Netflix's latest hit, Altered Carbon, shows us a future … [Link]

Slashdot » Poland's Central Bank Accused of Paying YouTubers To Make Videos That Attack the Legitimacy of Cryptocurrencies

Wednesday 21 February 20:11:00 UTC 2018

Poland's central bank has been accused of hiring YouTubers to "start a smear campaign" against cryptocurrencies in the country, Business Insider reports. From the story: According to Business Insider Poland, the Narodowy Bank Polski spent around 91,000 zloty ($27,300) on a marketing campaign designed to attack the legitimacy of cryptocurrencies. The money was spent on platforms including Google and Facebook, … [Link]

Mashable » Watch Billionaire Bill Gates try to guess the prices of normal people groceries

Wednesday 21 February 19:47:11 UTC 2018

Billionaire Bill Gates would probably be great on a show where he guessed the prices of real estate and yachts. Groceries for norms? Not so much. Gates appeared on The Ellen Show on Wednesday, where host and millionaire of the people, Ellen DeGeneres, decided to quiz the tech mogul The Price is Right style. In a segment called "Bill's Grocery … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » Why The Monolith Isn’t Dead

Wednesday 21 February 19:44:10 UTC 2018

With all the talk and content praising the microservices design approach, you might think the monolithic architecture is outdated and inefficient, but don’t limit your options when it comes to your application and, indeed, your company. In certain circumstances, a monolithic design is ideal, said Steven Czerwinski, a former Google employee and current head of Engineering at Scalyr, a server … [Link]

Mashable » Uber CEO: Flying taxis will be a real business in 5-10 years

Wednesday 21 February 19:41:28 UTC 2018

Every product here is independently selected by Mashable journalists. If you buy something featured, we may earn an affiliate commission which helps support our work. Uber is looking to spread from the roads to the skies. This week Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi recommitted to the company's goal of offering flying taxis as a transportation option — and not in the distant … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Sea urchins can drill holes in solid rock with just their teeth

Wednesday 21 February 19:24:21 UTC 2018

If a sea urchin can't find a suitable pit to live in, it makes one – even if it has to spend months gnawing away at hard granite [Link]

New Scientist – News » When it comes to climate change, a tantrum is just what we need

Wednesday 21 February 19:24:20 UTC 2018

We can’t wait for the next generation to solve the problem of climate change but today’s kids can still be a big force for change, says Michael E. Mann [Link]

Slashdot » Matching DNA To a Diet Doesn't Work

Wednesday 21 February 19:20:00 UTC 2018

DNA testing won't guide dieters to the weight-loss regimen most likely to work for them, scientists reported on Tuesday. From a report: Despite some earlier studies claiming that genetic variants predict whether someone has a better chance of shedding pounds on a low-carbohydrate or a low-fat diet, and despite a growing industry premised on that notion, the most rigorous study … [Link]

Mashable » How to calculate the exact amount of Bitcoin riches you've missed out on

Wednesday 21 February 19:11:01 UTC 2018

The value of Bitcoin has been a roller coaster, and a select few have come out on top. If you, like most of us, are not among the cryptocurrency elite, never fear. The Bitcoin Regret Club, featured on Product Hunt, is here to remind you just how disappointed you should be that you didn't invest in bitcoin. SEE ALSO: Bye-bye, Bitcoin. … [Link]

Mashable » Prepare for 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' with all this merch for Han Solo superfans

Wednesday 21 February 19:03:14 UTC 2018

Heads up: All products featured here are selected by Mashable's commerce team and meet our rigorous standards for awesomeness. If you buy something, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. Han Solo: Though the Star Wars website refers to him as "Smuggler. Scoundrel. Hero.", we like to refer to him as "Our favorite sarcastic galactic badass." Superfans have already known this, but … [Link]

Mashable » The coolest 14-year-old is raising money to send 1,000 girls to see 'A Wrinkle in Time'

Wednesday 21 February 18:48:12 UTC 2018

Sometimes a movie comes along and has such a powerful impact on the world that it inspires a wave of charitable efforts. The latest film to do so is Ava DuVernay's A Wrinkle in Time, based on Madeleine L’Engle's popular science fiction-fantasy novel. The movie, which has a female-heavy cast, stars inspirational women of color like Oprah Winfrey, Mindy Kaling, … [Link]

Slashdot » Intel Has a New Spectre and Meltdown Firmware Patch For You To Try Out

Wednesday 21 February 18:40:00 UTC 2018

Mark Wilson writes: The Spectre/Meltdown debacle continues to rumble on, and now the chip manufacturer has announced the availability of a new 'microcode solution' to the vulnerability. The updated firmware applies to 6th, 7th and 8th Generation Intel Core devices, and the release sees the company crossing its fingers and hoping that everything works out this time. This is Intel's … [Link]

Mashable » Snap has a new message for all the Snapchat redesign haters

Wednesday 21 February 18:39:35 UTC 2018

Snap has finally responded to the more than 1 million unhappy users who signed an online petition demanding the company reverse its hated redesign. Unfortunately for all of them, though, Snap's response isn't quite as apologetic as they may have hoped. SEE ALSO: How to switch back to the old version of Snapchat (before it sucked) Writing an official response on … [Link]

New Scientist – News » We do not know for sure how dark or light Cheddar Man’s skin was

Wednesday 21 February 18:18:22 UTC 2018

The headline was that an ancient Briton from 10,000 years ago had dark skin, but the genetics of skin colour are so complex that we can’t be sure [Link]

New Scientist – News » Trigger warnings are taking over universities, but do they work?

Wednesday 21 February 18:18:21 UTC 2018

Talk of trigger warnings and microaggressions are sweeping through university campuses, but some researchers question whether they have any psychological basis [Link]

New Scientist – News » France wants to have 500 wolves roaming its countryside

Wednesday 21 February 18:18:20 UTC 2018

The number of wolves in France will be allowed to increase by 40 per cent, as wilderness continues its return to Europe [Link]

New Scientist – News » We can now squeeze a molecule and turn it into one that we want

Wednesday 21 February 18:18:19 UTC 2018

We can now precisely tweak molecular structures just by squeezing them – a technique that could let us efficiently build custom drug compounds on the cheap [Link]

New Scientist – News » Rock dusting on farms could cool the climate, so let’s try it

Wednesday 21 February 18:18:18 UTC 2018

Crushed basalt applied to agricultural land could soak up billions of tons of carbon dioxide and boost crops. Let's put it to the test, says Olive Heffernan [Link]

Mashable » Jamaica's first women's Olympic bobsled team just made history

Wednesday 21 February 18:15:51 UTC 2018

It’s bobsled time! The Jamaican women's bobsled team made their Olympic debut on Tuesday, becoming the first women's team from Jamaica to take part in the competition. Teammates Jazmine Fenlator-Victorian and Carrie Russell had a tough time making it to the games after losing their coach, sponsors, and sled shortly before the competition. However, with some help from the Jamaican beer … [Link]

Slashdot » uTorrent Client Affected by Some Pretty Severe Security Flaws

Wednesday 21 February 18:00:00 UTC 2018

A Google security researcher has found multiple security flaws affecting the uTorrent web and desktop client that allow an attacker to infect a victim with malware or collect data on the users' past downloads, reports BleepingComputer. From the report: The vulnerabilities have been discovered by Google Project Zero security researcher Tavis Ormandy, and they impact uTorrent Web, a new web-based … [Link]

Mashable » Millions of refugees could benefit from big data — but we're not using it

Wednesday 21 February 18:00:00 UTC 2018

Today, 65 million people live as refugees or are displaced within their home countries — more than at any other point since the U.N. Refugee Agency began collecting data. Many countries have opened their borders to those displaced by war and famine, but struggle to handle the large influx. This global crisis is often misunderstood as an overwhelming challenge for which … [Link]

Mashable » New DOJ task force is sure to solve American cybersecurity problems

Wednesday 21 February 17:55:53 UTC 2018

Nothing says cutting-edge digital badassery like a government cybersecurity task force, amirite? On Tuesday, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced the creation of a new, special cybersecurity task force aimed at combatting global threats and protecting U.S. elections from foreign interference. The unit is being called the "Justice Department’s Cyber-Digital Task Force." A DOJ-appointee will lead the group, and work with members … [Link]

Mashable » 6 Reasons You Should Buy a Drone

Wednesday 21 February 17:49:57 UTC 2018

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

Mashable » Watch our eerie new take of Justin Timberlake's 'Say Something' music video

Wednesday 21 February 17:45:00 UTC 2018

Thought that Justin Timberlake actually singing in his latest video was a breath of fresh air? How about taking out all the echoes and reverberations from the instruments and choir really make this just an eerie congregation in the Blade Runner building? Read more…More about Watercooler, Entertainment, Music, Mashable Video, and Music Video [Link]

Mashable » Netflix's 'Lost in Space' revival gets a sharp-looking trailer that hits all the right notes

Wednesday 21 February 17:43:44 UTC 2018

The Netflix remake of Lost in Space is set to arrive on April 13 and here's your first look, in the form of a trailer. Much like the original, the Netflix series tells the story of the Robinson family, one of many selected to fly off and colonize a new world in Earth's future. Disaster strikes when their ship is … [Link]

Mashable » What is the cast of ‘The Office’ doing now?

Wednesday 21 February 17:42:30 UTC 2018

The comedy hit 'The Office' came to an end in 2013 and most of the cast has moved on in their careers. But no matter where they are or where they end up, they will forever be treasured in our hearts as the dysfunctional employees of Dunder Mifflin. Read more…More about Netflix, Mashable Video, Show, Office, and Oscar [Link]

Mashable » 'Get Out' will win Best Picture because the Academy can't make up its mind

Wednesday 21 February 17:30:00 UTC 2018

Dave Schilling (@dave_schilling) joins us again to talk about Get Out. What's going to have to happen behind the scenes to send a Best Picture trophy home with a thriller? It doesn't happen often, but this might be the year. Subscribe to CineFix for more movie-related content Read more…More about Mashable Video, Oscars, Academy Awards, Awards, and Jordan Peele [Link]

Mashable » Will Smith shares inspiring message with 'Black Panther' cast

Wednesday 21 February 17:27:13 UTC 2018

Excited for Black Panther? So are we. Which is why we're rolling out obsessive coverage with Black Panther Week. Will Smith just showed the world that he's one of the biggest Black Panther fans around. SEE ALSO: 'Black Panther' is a huge victory for representation in film After the tremendous success of Black Panther's opening weekend, Will Smith took to Instagram … [Link]

Mashable » Wednesday will be the warmest February day ever recorded along the East Coast

Wednesday 21 February 17:20:57 UTC 2018

The East Coast feels more like May on Wednesday than February, with temperatures of at least 30 degrees Fahrenheit above average for this time of year. All-time record high temperatures are being set from Florida to the northern tip of Maine, as a southwest flow of air transports mild, moisture-laden air from the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean. These records … [Link]

Slashdot » Slashdot Asks: What Do People Misunderstand or Underappreciate About Apple?

Wednesday 21 February 17:20:00 UTC 2018

In an interview with Fast Company, Apple CEO Tim Cook says people who have not used his company's products miss "how different Apple is versus other technology companies." A person who is just looking at the company's revenues and profits, says Cook, might think that Apple "is good at making money." But he says "that's not who we are. In … [Link]

Mashable » Avocado wedding proposals have to be a sign of the apocalypse

Wednesday 21 February 17:17:42 UTC 2018

Avocados are fine. Great, even. But when we as a society begin proposing with avocados, I get afraid. SEE ALSO: This couple accidentally proposed at the same exact time, and it was precious Yes, that's correct. People are proposing with avocados. Tag someone who should propose like this #valentinesday #2018 #avobox #vegan #proposal #💍 #avocadoproposal A post shared by F O … [Link]

Mashable » This sandwich has your name on it (literally)

Wednesday 21 February 17:14:59 UTC 2018

Ever wanted your name laser-etched onto a sandwich? Introducing 'The Laser Sandwich,' a collaboration between entertainment company 'a razor, a shiny knife' and NYC-based sandwich shop Make Sandwich that lets you order the ultimate custom sub. Read more…More about Instagram, Food, Mashable Video, Nyc, and Foodies [Link]

Mashable » Jennifer Lawrence isn't here for your dress shaming, people

Wednesday 21 February 17:14:59 UTC 2018

Jennifer Lawrence doesn't address the public on social media much, so when she does, it's best to listen. Today, she's here to defend her decision amidst what she calls the "'Jennifer Lawrence wearing a revealing dress in the cold' controversy." While attending a press call for her latest film Red Sparrow yesterday, Lawrence joined her co-stars on a balcony in London … [Link]

Mashable » 'Deepfake' Porn Is Only the Beginning

Wednesday 21 February 17:11:18 UTC 2018

Read more…More about Pornography, Mashable Reels, Sn Reels, Deepfakes, and Tech [Link]

Mashable » Olympic North Korean speed skater appears to try and trip his Japanese rival mid-race

Wednesday 21 February 17:05:03 UTC 2018

In rude Olympic news, a North Korean speed skater received a penalty during his race for appearing to attempt to throw off one of his fellow skaters. Speed skater Jong Kwang-Bom fell – twice! – during the men's 500 meters heat on Tuesday in Pyeongchang. Jong's first fall came within seconds of starting, prompting the judges to pause the race and … [Link]

Mashable » Netflix's 'Flint Town' trailer zeroes in on a suffering city

Wednesday 21 February 17:01:28 UTC 2018

Flint, MI has been on national radar for a while now, but the city's problems aren't over, nor did they arise from nothing. Netflix's latest documentary series, Flint Town, explores the background and trajectory of this city how poverty, police relations, and a notorious water crisis took a heavy toll. SEE ALSO: Anger management isn't going so well in new … [Link]

Mashable » Reviews find 'Annihilation' twisted, gripping, and mostly satisfying

Wednesday 21 February 16:55:40 UTC 2018

If you were disappointed by the promised sci-fi thrill and star power of something like Cloverfield Paradox, you might be in luck with Alex Garland's Annihilation, due in theaters on Friday. The Ex Machina director returns to the genre, this time with a winsome cast of women (and his constant, Oscar Isaac) to adapt Jeff VanderMeer's 2014 novel. Early reviews … [Link]

Mashable » Powerful New York Times ad calls out lawmakers funded by the NRA

Wednesday 21 February 16:51:19 UTC 2018

The New York Times has "all the news that's fit to the print" — and all the ad spreads too. Gun control groups Everytown for Gun Safety and Mom's Demand Action for Gun Sense joined forces and purchased a two-page ad in the New York Times on Wednesday, listing the name of every politician in Congress who has received money from … [Link]

Slashdot » Apple CEO Tim Cook: 'I've Only Had Good Years'

Wednesday 21 February 16:47:00 UTC 2018

Business Insider: Under CEO Tim Cook's watch, Apple has sold hundreds of millions of iPhones, booked hundreds of billions of dollars in profit, and launched new products like AirPods and Apple Watch. In fact, Cook says, he's never had a bad year as CEO of Apple. "I've only had good years. No, seriously," he said in an interview with Fast … [Link]

Mashable » 'Black Panther: A Nation Under Our Feet' might help those who want to stay in Wakanda

Wednesday 21 February 16:46:37 UTC 2018

T’Challa finally got his very long overdue (get your sh*t together, Hollywood) standalone movie this February with Marvel's new movie Black Panther. The good news is that the movie has already broken a ton of records, with a $427 million worldwide opening. The bad news is that the movie is just over two hours, and, according to our movie critic, "If … [Link]

Mashable » Heavy metal figure skater performs to AC/DC on the ice

Wednesday 21 February 16:24:07 UTC 2018

While we're all content to watch Winter Olympics figure skating set to tasteful classical music, every so often someone comes to mix up the formula. SEE ALSO: Figure skating wins gold in the sexual tension Olympics Ivette Toth of Hungary hit the ice on Wednesday in a black leather ensemble, complete with fingerless gloves and a studded belt, and performed her … [Link]

Mashable » Android P may prevent background apps from accessing your camera

Wednesday 21 February 16:10:40 UTC 2018

The next major version of Android, for now referred to as "Android P" until Google comes up with a dessert-inspired code name, may have a new feature to help protect your privacy. An Android Open Source Project commit, spotted by XDA-Developers, indicates that apps that have been idle for more than "a certain amount of time" will not be able to … [Link]

Mashable » Donald Glover helped punch up jokes in 'Black Panther'

Wednesday 21 February 16:08:40 UTC 2018

Excited for Black Panther? So are we. Which is why we're rolling out obsessive coverage with Black Panther Week. Although he didn't appear in Black Panther, renaissance man Donald Glover was still able to leave his mark on Marvel's latest superhero movie. During an interview with Entertainment Tonight on Tuesday, Glover revealed that director Ryan Coogler asked Glover to take a … [Link]

Slashdot » 'Tech Companies Should Stop Pretending AI Won't Destroy Jobs'

Wednesday 21 February 16:01:00 UTC 2018

Kai-Fu Lee, the founder and CEO of Sinovation Ventures and president of the Sinovation Ventures Artificial Intelligence Institute, believes that we're not ready for the massive societal upheavals on the way. He writes for MIT Technology Review: The rise of China as an AI superpower isn't a big deal just for China. The competition between the US and China has … [Link]

Mashable » 'Jeff Session' captures hearts after Trump misspelled his own attorney general's name

Wednesday 21 February 15:57:17 UTC 2018

Early Wednesday morning, President Trump tweeted something sensible, rational, and good for America. Jk. Responding to recent developments in Robert Mueller's investigation into the Trump campaign's association with Russia, the president's Twitter account has seemed more unhinged than usual. This morning he fired off a tweet asking why Obama and the Democrats weren't also under investigation. Then he misspelled his attorney … [Link]

Mashable » #TwitterLockout claims hundreds of conservative users are falsely named bots

Wednesday 21 February 15:55:34 UTC 2018

UPDATE: Feb. 21, 2018, 1:20 p.m. EST Twitter responded to the outcry over conservative users' accounts being blocked Tuesday evening by saying its actions had no political skew and they were part of the company's safety effort. A spokesperson directed Mashable to Twitter's enforcement page and sent this statement: "Twitter’s tools are apolitical, and we enforce our rules without political bias. … [Link]

Mashable » Humans can't stop the Boston Dynamics' robot dog from opening a door

Wednesday 21 February 15:53:59 UTC 2018

The robotics company Boston Dynamics, known for making scarily-competent robots and then beating them up, is at it again. The company showed off the SpotMini earlier this February, a dog-like robot that can open doors and eerily resembles a creature from Black Mirror. SEE ALSO: Robots are much cuter when they're dogs Now the company has released a clip showing … [Link]

Mashable » Canadian Olympic skier Chris Del Bosco injures pelvis in terrifying crash

Wednesday 21 February 15:50:23 UTC 2018

Olympic skiers are trained to fly through the air and perform all sorts of impressive feats, but even the most professional athletes don't always stick the landing. During the 1/8 finals of men's ski cross on Wednesday, Canadian skier Christopher Del Bosco suffered a brutal crash while competing at PyeongChang's Phoenix Park. SEE ALSO: Olympic Austrian skier dramatically crashes into cameraman … [Link]

Mashable » There's a lot more to the music of 'Black Panther' than you think

Wednesday 21 February 15:45:21 UTC 2018

Excited for Black Panther? So are we. Which is why we're rolling out obsessive coverage with Black Panther Week. There's a small detail in the first Black Panther trailer you might have missed. It starts about a minute in, when King T'Challa drops down onto unsuspecting militants. It has nothing to do with the footage, but everything to do with the … [Link]

Mashable » Hmm, here is some very disturbing nail art based on Kylie Jenner's baby's hand

Wednesday 21 February 15:35:42 UTC 2018

Okay, here's the situation: A Russian nail artist debuted some detailed nail art earlier this week based on the photo Kylie Jenner Instagrammed after she gave birth to her daughter, Stormi. Personally, I am overwhelmed by just the idea of this, so the actual execution nearly destroyed me. At the very least, I will be going to sleep early and taking … [Link]

Mashable » Pick up some wireless headphones with their own charging box for 31% off

Wednesday 21 February 15:29:36 UTC 2018

Heads up: All products featured here are selected by Mashable's commerce team and meet our rigorous standards for awesomeness. If you buy something, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. Phones are using fewer and fewer wires these days, and you deserve to have a pair of wireless headphones of your own. These earbuds could be for you, and with their own … [Link]

Mashable » 'Black Panther' is a huge victory for representation in film

Wednesday 21 February 15:23:55 UTC 2018

Excited for Black Panther? So are we. Which is why we're rolling out obsessive coverage with Black Panther Week. Contrary to the Gill Scott Heron/Vince Staples track scorching the Black Panther trailer, this movie's revolution will be televised. It will be broadcast in movie theaters, on TV screens, and in the hearts and minds of audiences around the world who flocked … [Link]

Slashdot » AI Experts Say Some Advances Should Be Kept Secret

Wednesday 21 February 15:21:00 UTC 2018

AI could reboot industries and make the economy more productive; it's already infusing many of the products we use daily. But a new report [PDF] by more than 20 researchers from the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, OpenAI, and the Electronic Frontier Foundation warns that the same technology creates new opportunities for criminals, political operatives, and oppressive governments — so … [Link]

Mashable » Boston Dynamics tried to prevent ‘SpotMini’ from escaping, but the robot outsmarted them

Wednesday 21 February 15:20:33 UTC 2018

Last week, Boston Dynamics posted a video of its robot 'SpotMini' opening the door for its robotic buddy. This week new footage unveils the tests that these robots have to undergo in order for their robustness to be ensured. Read more…More about Science, Technology, Robots, Mashable Video, and Boston [Link]

Mashable » Amazon has DEWALT power tools on sale today for your next DIY project

Wednesday 21 February 15:18:28 UTC 2018

Heads up: All products featured here are selected by Mashable's commerce team and meet our rigorous standards for awesomeness. If you buy something, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. Weekend warriors and DIY addicts, rejoice. Amazon has some great deals today on DEWALT power tools to help you level up your next project. SEE ALSO: Grobox is the soilless, aesthetically pleasing … [Link]

Mashable » This high-tech candy shop carves your face out of Belgian chocolate

Wednesday 21 February 15:15:40 UTC 2018

Candy Mechanics is a London startup that uses 3D modeling CNC mills to create tiny, but delicious, chocolate heads. Read more…More about Uk, Art, London, Mashable Video, and Portrait [Link]

Mashable » Netflix reality special 'The Push' guides one unsuspecting man toward… murder?

Wednesday 21 February 14:58:26 UTC 2018

At any given moment, how close are any of us to committing an act as despicable as murder? What kind of circumstances could arise to push a person in that direction? Those are questions The Push sets out to ask. The upcoming Netflix reality special stages an elaborate ruse in which a series of scripted events drive one unsuspecting man … [Link]

New Scientist – News » Huge underwater landslides and tsunamis may be caused by ooze

Wednesday 21 February 14:56:00 UTC 2018

Layers of ooze in the seabed may be responsible for submarine “megaslides” that dwarf ordinary landslides and can cause tsunamis [Link]

Mashable » Apple will probably launch two new iPads soon

Wednesday 21 February 14:50:44 UTC 2018

Rejoice, iPad lovers: New Apple-branded tablets may be coming soon. New entries in the Eurasian Economic Commission database, discovered by French blog Consomac and noticed by 9to5Mac, indicate Apple is preparing launch two new iPad models. SEE ALSO: Why it makes no sense for Apple to bring iPad apps to Macs The filing contains no info about the new iPads except … [Link]

Slashdot » Lawsuits Threaten Infosec Research — Just When We Need it Most

Wednesday 21 February 14:40:00 UTC 2018

This year, two security reporters and one researcher will fight for their professional lives in court. Steve Ragan, senior staff writer at tech news site CSO, and Dan Goodin, security editor at Ars Technica, were last year named defendants in two separate lawsuits. The cases are different, but they have a common theme: they are being sued by the companies … [Link]

Mashable » Today's Amazon deals: DEWALT power tools, refurbished Macbooks, and an Amazon's Choice mattress

Wednesday 21 February 14:15:08 UTC 2018

Heads up: All products featured here are selected by Mashable's commerce team and meet our rigorous standards for awesomeness. If you buy something, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. Home improvement can come in many forms. Whether you're a weekend warrior tackling a DIY project, trying to sleep better at night, or even just looking for a new computer for bingeing … [Link]

Mashable » This top-rated app will help you envision and create any home design project

Wednesday 21 February 14:03:25 UTC 2018

Heads up: All products featured here are selected by Mashable's commerce team and meet our rigorous standards for awesomeness. If you buy something, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. Sometimes chicken scratches on a Post-it note just don’t cut it. For example, when you’re trying to renovate or redesign your home. Whether you’ve got something new in mind for the master … [Link]

Slashdot » The Car of the Future Will Sell Your Data

Wednesday 21 February 14:00:00 UTC 2018

Picture this: You're driving home from work, contemplating what to make for dinner, and as you idle at a red light near your neighborhood pizzeria, an ad offering $5 off a pepperoni pie pops up on your dashboard screen. Are you annoyed that your car's trying to sell you something, or pleasantly persuaded? From a report: Telenav, a company developing … [Link]

Mashable » This classy marble wireless charger is actually affordable

Wednesday 21 February 13:54:17 UTC 2018

Heads up: All products featured here are selected by Mashable's commerce team and meet our rigorous standards for awesomeness. If you buy something, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. Are you still charging your devices with a wire? What is this, 2017? Nowadays, wireless charging is becoming the norm — and why not? It's super convenient and less of a hassle. … [Link]

Mashable » Guillermo finally got to interview LeBron James at NBA media day and it was adorable

Wednesday 21 February 13:45:27 UTC 2018

The problem with watching Guillermo at press events is that once you've seen his unique interview technique at least once, all others pale in comparison. The guy just has a knack for it. SEE ALSO: Jimmy Kimmel sent Guillermo to the Super Bowl Opening Night and it was adorable This year, after talking to Steph Curry about hair products and … [Link]

Slashdot » FCC To Officially Rescind Net Neutrality Rules On Thursday

Wednesday 21 February 13:00:00 UTC 2018

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is expected to publish on Thursday its December order overturning the landmark Obama-era net neutrality rules, two sources briefed on the matter said Tuesday. The formal publication in the Federal Register, a government website, means state attorneys general and advocacy groups will be able to sue in … [Link]

Mashable » Women are sharing their side profile selfies to show noses of all sizes are beautiful

Wednesday 21 February 12:45:43 UTC 2018

A woman is encouraging others to share selfies of their side profiles to embrace their big noses. Freelance journalist Radhika Sanghani created the #SideProfileSelfie campaign in a bid to celebrate larger noses, which she feels lack representation in the entertainment and fashion industries. SEE ALSO: This app tells you which museum art you look like and it's way too real Sanghani … [Link]

Mashable » Maisie Williams describes what it was like finding out how 'Game of Thrones' ends

Wednesday 21 February 12:33:44 UTC 2018

We may still have a horrendous 14-month wait before we find out how Game of Thrones ends, but Maisie Williams already knows. So does her mum, in fact. SEE ALSO: Maisie Williams denies reports that she let slip the 'Game of Thrones' S8 air date In the clip above, everyone's favourite list-keeper tells Jimmy Kimmel what it's like knowing the … [Link]

Mashable » James Corden delivers a passionate speech about gun control in the U.S.

Wednesday 21 February 12:21:00 UTC 2018

After a week-long break, James Corden started his Tuesday night edition of The Late Late Show with a passionate speech addressing the recent school shooting in Florida. SEE ALSO: After the Parkland shooting, the gun control debate isn't fading away "I may not be American, but I have experience of what happened in my country when a mass shooting happened," … [Link]

Mashable » Kid sends heartwarming letter to teacher after her dog passes away

Wednesday 21 February 11:20:32 UTC 2018

Twitter can be a troll-filled, argumentative place at the best of times. So it's always nice when something comes along that actually brings people together. SEE ALSO: These text messages a little girl sent to her grandpa after he passed away are so moving On Monday, Lucie Dunne from Glasgow, Scotland shared some photos of a letter a child at her … [Link]

Mashable » Even the Queen can't make Anna Wintour part with her sunglasses

Wednesday 21 February 11:08:53 UTC 2018

It’s not out of the ordinary to see the odd bit of fashion royalty on the FROW at London Fashion Week. On Tuesday, actual royalty graced London Fashion Week when Queen Elizabeth II plonked herself right next to the Queen of Fashion, Dame Anna Wintour. Wintour's decision to keep her sunglasses on during the show has left some Brits feeling royally … [Link]

Mashable » Uber Express Pool: cheaper rides, as long as you don't mind walking

Wednesday 21 February 11:00:00 UTC 2018

Uber just discovered a new activity to integrate into its app: walking. Yes, using your feet is an essential ingredient in Uber Express Pool, a new option users in select cities will begin seeing in the Uber app. Similar to standard Pool, Express Pool combines up to three individual rides into one, but instead of forcing the car to zig-zag across … [Link]

Mashable » These old 'Simpsons' sketches are everything you need and more

Wednesday 21 February 10:50:16 UTC 2018

Stop googling your own name and look at this cool early Simpsons art instead. SEE ALSO: People summarised their lives with 'Simpsons' screenshots and the results were sublime Animator David Silverman shared some sketches he found from a 1995 Simpsons writers' retreat, giving us another glimpse at the "what could have been" Simpsons universe. Sketchbook drawings from @TheSimpsons writers’ retreat winter … [Link]

Mashable » Here's 1 emoji you definitely shouldn't tweet at J.K. Rowling

Wednesday 21 February 10:22:50 UTC 2018

J.K. Rowling often goes after people on Twitter, but usually she reserves her magical takedowns for trolls or politicians. Not today, though. This morning, the subject of her wrath was something entirely different: an emoji. SEE ALSO: 11 times J.K. Rowling tweeted awesome writing advice It started with this viral tweet about how the meaning of "lol" has changed over time. … [Link]

Mashable » These people are giving up plastic for Lent and it's all because of 'Blue Planet II'

Wednesday 21 February 10:22:07 UTC 2018

Some give up chocolate, others give up crisps, and some stop putting sugar in their tea. But, for Lent this year, lots of people are giving up something a little bit different: plastic. People in the UK are attempting #PlasticFreeLent, a challenge that requires giving up plastic packaging for forty days. And, it's all because of Blue Planet II. SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » David Harbour actually did the Hopper dance with penguins and all is right with the world

Wednesday 21 February 10:16:03 UTC 2018

Nice try Harbour, we all know a new portal to the Upside Down has opened up down there. SEE ALSO: David Harbour is as smooth as butter in this hilarious Super Bowl ad for Tide After a challenge on Twitter that escalated dramatically, David Harbour was promised by Greenpeace that he could go and dance with penguins in the Antarctic. Well, … [Link]

Slashdot » Flixster Video Shuts Down

Wednesday 21 February 10:00:00 UTC 2018

After being purchased by Fandango in 2016, Flixster Video is officially shutting down. The site has been sending users regular emails over the past several months about the shutdown, reports Android Police. Now, the site is no longer operational, and only points people to its mobile app, which can still be used for getting movie reviews and tickets. The Verge … [Link]

Slashdot » Barbie Will Be Used To Teach Kids To Code

Wednesday 21 February 7:00:00 UTC 2018

Mattel and Tynker are teaming up to launch seven new Barbie-themed coding lessons this coming summer. "The curriculum, aimed at teaching girls about computer programming, will also expose them to potential careers like becoming a veterinarian, astronaut, or robotics engineer," reports Engadget. "The larger goal is to introduce coding to 10 million kids by 2020." From the report: The Barbie … [Link]

Mashable » Trailer for 'Silicon Valley' Season 5 drops, minus TJ Miller of course

Wednesday 21 February 6:50:39 UTC 2018

What's life going to be like for the Silicon Valley gang, sans Erlich Bachman? Following last season's departure of TJ Miller, who plays Bachman, fans have likely wondered what Season 5 will look like — especially without that priceless tension between him and Jian Yang. HBO dropped a trailer for the upcoming season on Tuesday, and well, it'd certainly appear … [Link]

ProgrammableWeb.com » ProgrammableWeb's Most Popular APIs of 2017

Wednesday 21 February 5:30:01 UTC 2018

Editor's note: Be sure to check out our research on the overall growth of Web APIs since 2005. At the time of writing, this is the most recent data we have, but check the research page to see if we have a more updated article. We will be continually updating the overall growth chart with other charts getting updated on … [Link]

Mashable » Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir watch a montage of themselves, and it's too much

Wednesday 21 February 5:24:07 UTC 2018

With sultry routines that've long threatened to melt the ice, people can't help but egg on figure skaters Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir to requite their apparent love. Following their Winter Olympics gold medal win, Virtue and Moir sat down with CBC to watch a montage of their 20-year career together on the ice. SEE ALSO: Figure skating wins gold in … [Link]

Mashable » These are the first cities to get AT&T's mobile 5G

Wednesday 21 February 4:59:00 UTC 2018

Internet speeds are about to get way faster in many U.S. cities. AT&T announced on Wednesday the first locations that will receive its new mobile 5G network. The company says a dozen cities will receive the new, lightning-fast internet including parts of Dallas, Atlanta, and Waco, Texas. The company will announce additional cities in the coming months. SEE ALSO: 5 things … [Link]

Mashable » 'Black Panther' director sends touching thank you note to fans

Wednesday 21 February 3:42:17 UTC 2018

Black Panther director Ryan Coogler just got all mushy on us. The director tweeted a touching thank you note to fans on Tuesday, celebrating the film's immense success. SEE ALSO: 5 reasons why ‘Black Panther’ scored big with fans and critics And he's right to gush — Black Panther not only nailed the biggest opening weekend for a solo Marvel movie, … [Link]

Slashdot » Researchers Develop Online Game That Teaches Players How To Spread Misinformation

Wednesday 21 February 3:30:00 UTC 2018

An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Guardian: Cambridge researchers have built an online game, simply titled Bad News, in which players compete to become "a disinformation and fake news tycoon." By shedding light on the shady practices, they hope the game will "vaccinate" the public, and make people immune to the spread of untruths. Players of the fake … [Link]

Mashable » Adam Rippon and Leslie Jones' hilarious figure skating commentary is everything

Wednesday 21 February 2:47:39 UTC 2018

It was a match made in Winter Olympics heaven. Figure skating champion of our hearts Adam Rippon teamed up with Saturday Night Live star Leslie Jones for the ultimate Olympic commentary. SEE ALSO: Adam Rippon is an immortal witch The two personalities teamed up on Monday to hilariously commentate on Canadian figure skaters Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir's short dance. The … [Link]

Mashable » iMessage and FaceTime goes down for users on Australian carrier

Wednesday 21 February 2:05:15 UTC 2018

Well, this is odd. Some customers of Australian carrier Telstra were unable to use iMessage and FaceTime on Wednesday morning, as technicians worked to fix the issue with the two Apple services. SEE ALSO: Google might finally make its messaging app more like Apple's iMessage The carrier's outages page confirmed the problem. In a tweet, Telstra said customers could continue to … [Link]

Mashable » Are you arguing with a bot? Here's how to know.

Wednesday 21 February 2:04:21 UTC 2018

So, you live and breathe online and couldn't be happier about it. But maybe, just maybe, your daily digital interactions across the social web aren't quite as authentic as you thought. No, this time around it's not the algorithm's fault, but rather the result of a different kind of bad actor mucking up the works: bots. The automated scourge has invaded … [Link]

Mashable » Netflix debunked that distressing rumor about 'Stranger Things'

Wednesday 21 February 1:39:18 UTC 2018

The hottest goss around Hawkins High was the awful rumor that the Duffer brothers, who created, direct, and write Stranger Things, were leaving the show. But Netflix is here to turn our world right-side up. "Don't drop your Eggos," read a tweet from their official U.S. account. "Rumors that the Duffer Bros are leaving Stranger Things after season 3 are false." … [Link]

Mashable » 10 books by black authors that are shaping our conversation about race

Wednesday 21 February 1:19:21 UTC 2018

Sometimes the best way to understand the world around us is to stop and pick up a book. That's certainly true of race and power in America. Whether it's through thoughtful essays, gripping fiction, or haunting poems, contemporary black authors have been publishing a number of books that are shaping our conversations about race for readers of all ages. SEE ALSO: … [Link]

Mashable » Natalie Portman 'very much' regrets signing Roman Polanski petition

Wednesday 21 February 1:11:18 UTC 2018

Back in 2009, film industry luminaries signed a petition to release Roman Polanski from a Swiss prison — and now one star is regretting it. The filmmaker had been detained over a 1977 underage sex case from the U.S., which he plead guilty to. One of the petition's signatories was Natalie Portman, who told BuzzFeed she "very much" regrets putting her … [Link]

Mashable » Kirstie Alley vs. U.S. curling squad is the Olympic argument we never expected

Wednesday 21 February 1:03:18 UTC 2018

Do not piss off Team USA's men's curling team — something Kirstie Alley is learning the hard way. The actress tweeted an off-hand thought while watching the Winter Olympics on Monday, calling the sport of curling "boring." SEE ALSO: Adam Rippon is an immortal witch Im not trying to be mean but…… Curling is boring — Kirstie Alley (@kirstiealley) February 20, … [Link]

Slashdot » Judge Rules AT&T Can't See Trump White House Communications About Time Warner Merger

Wednesday 21 February 0:50:00 UTC 2018

The judge presiding over the Justice Department's attempt to block the AT&T-Time Warner merger has ruled that the White House's private communications on the merger will not be released. The Verge reports: When the department said in November that it would sue to block the mega-merger, thoughts immediately turned to the White House. President Trump has made no secret of … [Link]

Mashable » Fishtail brows are a thing now, and we're not sure why

Wednesday 21 February 0:49:09 UTC 2018

The past few years have seen something of an eyebrow renaissance, from the squiggle brow to the feather brow to — yes, this is real — the Christmas tree brow. The latest brow trend has Instagram literally splitting hairs: fishtail brows. A post shared by 🇨🇳LENA OREO 🇰🇭 (@llalalena) on Feb 20, 2018 at 11:22am PST Beauty bloggers are drawing in … [Link]

Mashable » Facebook is seeking a tech journalist and a #content creator

Wednesday 21 February 0:33:40 UTC 2018

Facebook is looking to hire two editors, one focused on managing technology-related stories and the other working with the company's Creative Shop for brand campaigns. The recent job descriptions align with Facebook's efforts to be more transparent and to provide meaningful interactions. The majority of stories about Facebook for the last year were and still are focused on its ongoing problem … [Link]

Slashdot » Samsung To Cut OLED Production Due To Poor iPhone X Sales

Wednesday 21 February 0:10:00 UTC 2018

Samsung's panel-making division, Samsung Display, is reportedly reducing OLED panel production at its South Chungcheong plant due to lower than expected iPhone X sales. According to Nikkei Asian Review, Samsung now plans to cover 20 million or fewer iPhone X devices for the quarter ending in March, a large decrease from the expected 45 to 50 million units. CNET reports: … [Link]

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