Saturday, July 23, 2016

Kaine you even? Tim Kaine could be the punniest VP pick ever - CNET
[ Sat, 23 Jul 2016 05:55:31 +0000 ]
Puns fly on Twitter as Hillary Clinton names Kaine her vice presidential candidate of choice. Or is that Kaindidate?

NASA rebuts UFO speculation
[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:40 EDT ]
NASA denied claims by amateur observers that it cut off a video feed from the International Space Station to avoid showing a UFO.

New rover will be able to hear Mars
[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 09:52:39 EDT ]
When the newly developed Mars 2020 rover lands on the Red Planet in February 2021 after embarking on a seven-month cruise through space, we will be able to hear sounds of the landing and the Martian surface for the first time, according to NASA.

K2 mission finds more than 100 new planets
[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 09:57:08 EDT ]
The golden age of exoplanet discovery continues.

'X' shape in Milky Way confirmed via Twitter
[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 09:51:43 EDT ]
When astronomer Dustin Lang tweeted out some galaxy maps he made using publicly available data from NASA's Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE) in 2015, he wasn't expecting for them to lead to a new way of looking at our galaxy, the Milky Way.

The best and worst Pokemon Go stories
[ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 22:23:42 EDT ]
Y'all, Pokemon Go has been out for just over a week and it has already inspired enough craziness and hot takes to last us until the end of time. If we wrote about every single funny tweet or poor sap who fell in a lake while trying to catch a Rattata (not worth it), we would never sleep.

Friday, July 22, 2016

'Pokemon Go' Players Launch Pepper Spray Campaign
[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 21:59:45 GMT ]
Two 'Pokemon Go' gamers who were attacked by armed robbers earlier this month have started raising money to buy pepper spray for fellow players.

Men Sentenced for Threats Against Pokemon Championships
[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 01:20:00 GMT ]
James Stumbo and Kevin Norton's lawyers have argued the online remarks were idle chatter.

What Did Silicon Valley Think of Thiel's Trump Speech?
[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 10:37:00 GMT ]
The overriding perception among Republican tech workers was that Thiel's focus on tech, the economy and small government, was a resounding success.

'Pokemon Go' Launches in Japan, With McDonald's Tie-In
[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 11:17:05 GMT ]
Eager Japanese rushed to their phones on Friday to start hunting as Pokemon Go finally launched in Japan, home of the colorful cartoon characters.

Tesla Stock Takes a Dip After Musk 'Master Plan'
[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 17:08:00 GMT ]
In sometimes apocalyptic tones, Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk has finally revealed the broad corporate strategy he has been promising for several weeks —

'Legends of the Hidden Temple' VR put me face-to-stony-face with Olmec - CNET
[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 10:53:16 +0000 ]
Wish you could have been on the '90s Nickelodeon game show? This virtual reality experience takes you inside the infamous temple.

The best laptops you can buy right now - CNET
[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]
Our favorites, from budget-priced hybrids to upscale ultraportables to gaming laptops that skip the performance compromises.

Apple Watch gets 14 flag-inspired Olympic bands - CNET
[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 11:19:37 +0000 ]
You can now wear your support for your national team on your sleeve -- although you do have be willing to go to Brazil to do so.

CNET UK podcast 490: British chip designer ARM sold, Pokemadness and 'Star Trek Beyond' reviewed - CNET
[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 11:28:12 +0000 ]
Is the sale of tech giant ARM to Japan's SoftBank a sign that Britain's open for business, or flogging the family silver? Plus spoiler-free thoughts on the new Trek movie, and much more.

Nintendo's tiny NES Classic Edition comes to Comic-Con - CNET
[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 11:37:01 +0000 ]
The new miniature NES Classic Edition is on display alongside the original NES at Nintendo's Play Lounge outside San Diego Comic-Con.

Hundreds of new galaxies discovered
[ Sun, 17 Jul 2016 17:05:26 EDT ]
A South African radio telescope has revealed hundreds of galaxies in a tiny corner of the universe where only 70 had been seen before.

NASA rebuts UFO speculation
[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:40 EDT ]
NASA denied claims by amateur observers that it cut off a video feed from the International Space Station to avoid showing a UFO.

NASA: Hottest June on record
[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:57 EDT ]
The first six months of 2016 were the hottest ever recorded, NASA announced on Tuesday, while Arctic sea ice now covers 40% less of the Earth than it did just 30 years ago.

The best and worst Pokemon Go stories
[ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 22:23:42 EDT ]
Y'all, Pokemon Go has been out for just over a week and it has already inspired enough craziness and hot takes to last us until the end of time. If we wrote about every single funny tweet or poor sap who fell in a lake while trying to catch a Rattata (not worth it), we would never sleep.

Brutal video brings online harassment to life
[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:27:51 EDT ]
When do "mean tweets" cross the line from harmless to flat-out harassment? Here's a good rule of thumb: If you can't look the recipient in the eye while reading your clever insults, it's probably not OK.

Thursday, July 21, 2016

Five Years Ago the Space Shuttle Program Ended
[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 19:41:04 GMT ]
On July 21, 2011, Atlantis landed in Florida, ending NASA's space shuttle program after captivating the world for 30 years.

Are Insurers Stuck in the Slow Lane on Smart Cars?
[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 19:44:00 GMT ]
As cars become more autonomous, liability will be absorbed by the manufacturer — creating challenges for the insurance industry.

Charges, Arrest in Crackdown on Illegal Movie Sharing Sites
[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 23:41:00 GMT ]
Prosecutors on Wednesday filed charges against a Ukrainian man accused of running the world's most often-visited website for illegally sharing movies.

Elon Musk Sees Tesla Becoming a Renewable Energy Enterprise
[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 06:58:02 GMT ]
Tesla Motors' founder and CEO released Wednesday a second installment of Tesla's 'Master Plan," a sequel to comments he posted online in 2006.

Despite Fatal Crash, Govt Stands by Self-Driving Cars
[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 11:17:06 GMT ]
The government will not abandon efforts to speed the development of self-driving cars, despite a fatal accident involving a Tesla on autopilot.

Anna Faris and Rhys Darby star in flight safety video you might actually watch - CNET
[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 10:35:01 +0000 ]
Air New Zealand wants you to have a safe flight -- and it's using celebrities and social media to make that happen.

Tinder users can now swipe right on group dates - CNET
[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 10:00:02 +0000 ]
With Tinder Social, the more the merrier. The viral dating app has a new feature to bring together groups for a night out.

Michelle Obama talks Snapchat and sings Beyonce in 'Carpool Karaoke' - CNET
[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 10:10:08 +0000 ]
The First Lady of the United States rocks out to Beyonce, Stevie Wonder and Missy Elliott with "The Late Late Show" host James Corden in a carpool tour around the White House grounds.

Apple free to open stores in India thanks to special exemption, report says - CNET
[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 10:35:53 +0000 ]
The iPhone maker has been deemed "cutting edge" enough to get a three year exemption from local laws, according to Bloomberg.

Japan issues Pokemon Go safety guide ahead of game's launch - CNET
[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 10:51:26 +0000 ]
The Japanese government recommends keeping cool under the hot sun and not wandering into dangerous areas.

Hundreds of new galaxies discovered
[ Sun, 17 Jul 2016 17:05:26 EDT ]
A South African radio telescope has revealed hundreds of galaxies in a tiny corner of the universe where only 70 had been seen before.

NASA rebuts UFO speculation
[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:40 EDT ]
NASA denied claims by amateur observers that it cut off a video feed from the International Space Station to avoid showing a UFO.

NASA: Hottest June on record
[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:57 EDT ]
The first six months of 2016 were the hottest ever recorded, NASA announced on Tuesday, while Arctic sea ice now covers 40% less of the Earth than it did just 30 years ago.

The best and worst Pokemon Go stories
[ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 22:23:42 EDT ]
Y'all, Pokemon Go has been out for just over a week and it has already inspired enough craziness and hot takes to last us until the end of time. If we wrote about every single funny tweet or poor sap who fell in a lake while trying to catch a Rattata (not worth it), we would never sleep.

Brutal video brings online harassment to life
[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:27:51 EDT ]
When do "mean tweets" cross the line from harmless to flat-out harassment? Here's a good rule of thumb: If you can't look the recipient in the eye while reading your clever insults, it's probably not OK.

Wednesday, July 20, 2016

Border Patrol's Social Media Proposal Comes Under Fire
[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 15:24:00 GMT ]
A controversial federal proposal to ask people visiting the country under the visa waiver program for their social media handles has come under fire.

Twitter Eases Process for Getting a Verified Account
[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 19:09:00 GMT ]
Twitter announced Tuesday it has created an online application process for users to apply for a verified status.

Tom Brokaw on Social Media As a Force in 2016 Election
[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 00:00:59 GMT ]
Donald Trump uses Twitter to galvanize millions in an election cycle where social media has dictated the rules.

Twitter Suspends Accounts After 'Ghostbusters' Actor Abused
[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 11:47:34 GMT ]
Twitter said it had moved to suspend some accounts for harassment after Ghostbusters actor Leslie Jones drew new attention to the issue.

McDonald's Japan Scores First 'Pokemon Go' Deal: Report
[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 10:37:00 GMT ]
McDonald's restaurants in Japan may become Pokemon "gyms," said a report Wednesday. But gamers in Japan are still waiting for the game to launch.

Uber pairs with satellite imaging company for better location data - CNET
[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 07:04:36 +0000 ]
DigitalGlobe will be providing Uber with high-resolution satellite imagery for better data on pick-up locations.

The Eagle has landed: 11 amazing facts about Apollo 11 - CNET
[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 07:01:02 +0000 ]
On this day: 1969, July 20, humans for the first time walked on the moon. Here are 11 fascinating facts about the Apollo 11 mission.

This bookmark doubles as a reading light - CNET
[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 10:26:38 +0000 ]
Japanese designer Kouichi Okamoto has used silver conducting and nanoparticle ink to lighten up reading.

Take pictures by blinking with Blincam on your glasses - CNET
[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 10:31:44 +0000 ]
A team in Japan has developed sensors that allow the camera to differentiate between usual blinking and a purposeful wink.

Spotify could go public next year, report says - CNET
[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 11:30:28 +0000 ]
The Swedish streaming service is reported to be considering an IPO, but may have to bring down payments to the music industry to become profitable.

Hundreds of new galaxies discovered
[ Sun, 17 Jul 2016 17:05:26 EDT ]
A South African radio telescope has revealed hundreds of galaxies in a tiny corner of the universe where only 70 had been seen before.

NASA rebuts UFO speculation
[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:40 EDT ]
NASA denied claims by amateur observers that it cut off a video feed from the International Space Station to avoid showing a UFO.

NASA: Hottest June on record
[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:57 EDT ]
The first six months of 2016 were the hottest ever recorded, NASA announced on Tuesday, while Arctic sea ice now covers 40% less of the Earth than it did just 30 years ago.

The best and worst Pokemon Go stories
[ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 22:23:42 EDT ]
Y'all, Pokemon Go has been out for just over a week and it has already inspired enough craziness and hot takes to last us until the end of time. If we wrote about every single funny tweet or poor sap who fell in a lake while trying to catch a Rattata (not worth it), we would never sleep.