As we hear more and more about a game industry drowning in crunch, we finally get some good news: Rockstar employees who felt the pinch the hardest are being given better positions. It’s a tiny step, but hopefully the first of many — goodness only knows the industry desperately needs the change. There’s a rising
Read MoreA team of scientists recently conducted a first-of-its-kind experiment to study the effects of space radiation on a living brain. And the results don’t bode well for NASA‘s planned mission to Mars. The research was conducted by lead author Charles Limoli and scientists from University of California, Irvine, Stanford University, Colorado State University, and the
Read MoreShop safety is important regardless of what kind of work you do. For those of us soldering, that means extracting the noxious fumes released by heating up the solder flux used in our projects. [yesnoio] brings to us his own spin on the idea of a fume extractor, and it pulls out all stops with
Read MoreiHeartMedia is planning translated versions of the podcasts it acquired in its $55 million deal for Stuff Media. Radio Giant, Riding Podcast Boom, Takes ‘Stuff You Should Know’ Global Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreThe lawmakers are demanding answers about a smart speaker the two companies were reportedly developing. Google targeted by Republican senators over Huawei project – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWhen you look at your paycheck, do you wish the amount was higher? If so, you might be interested in what our many Democratic presidential candidates think about the federal minimum wage and what they intend to do about it. Read more… Every Democratic Presidential Candidate’s Stance on the Minimum Wage Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreIt’s unclear what companies will attend the meeting. White House to meet with tech companies about online extremism, report says – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePhoto by Scott Olson/Getty Images The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission voted Wednesday to extend its cap on the number of Uber and Lyft vehicles permitted to operate within the city. The commission also amended its rules aimed at limiting the amount of time drivers can cruise without passengers in Manhattan below 96th
Read MoreEquinox Equinox has announced that it will soon be launching connected fitness equipment that offers streaming classes similar to the likes of Peloton. The unnamed device, as reported by Fast Company, will offer content from Equinox’s portfolio of brands — most notably, SoulCycle. The platform, which will also come with an accompanying app, will recommend
Read MoreThe loneliest number, indeed. Ram recalls one single pickup truck for a bad instrument cluster – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read More2U is partnering with the London School of Economics and Political Science to offer the company’s first online undergraduate degree program. 2U Announces First Online Undergrad Degree Offering Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreOver the weekend, at least 31 people were killed in mass shootings in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, just days after similar acts of gun violence in Gilroy, California and Brownsville, Brooklyn. Read more… What Are Red Flag Laws and Do They Help Curb Gun Violence? Source: Life Hacker
Read More8chan’s owner suggested the alleged gunman used an Instagram account to post the manifesto. But Instagram said the account hasn’t been active in over a year. Instagram denies 8chan owner's claim about El Paso shooting manifesto – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreOur Curiosity rover has come a long way since touching down on Mars seven years ago. It has traveled a total of 13 miles (21 kilometers) and ascended 1,207 feet (368 meters) to its current location. Seven Years After Landing, Curiosity Rover is Still Rock N' Rolling Source: NASA
Read MoreNow you don’t need an HBO subscription to watch some of HBO’s most popular programs. Today the network launched a new “Recommended By Humans” tool that will allow anyone to stream over 50 free episodes, movies, and documentaries—provided they were recommended by, well, a human. Read more… Watch HBO for Free With Its New 'Recommended
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Since 2012, Apple has been running a program it calls Mastered for iTunes. The initiative allows engineers to preserve the highest-possible quality when encoding master recordings for digital distribution through iTunes (and now Apple Music). Apple’s tools and guidelines prevent clipping and other unwanted remnants of the loudness
Read MoreIt’s intimidating to email someone whose work you admire, asking for advice, or a coffee chat, or any first meeting that you secretly hope sparks a career-long mentorship. It’s like asking someone on a date while also asking them for a raise. It’s hard and even if you do it right, it might not work!
Read MoreThursday, August 8 is National Frozen Custard Day, and several chains are offering deals to celebrate. (Frozen custard is a denser, richer version of ice cream made with egg in addition to cream and sugar.) Here’s where to get your free or discounted custard. Read more… Where to Get Free Frozen Custard on August 8
Read MorePhoto by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge Google says that it is “just a few weeks away” from releasing the official version of Android Q. Which means that today is the day for it to release the final beta version, beta 6. There isn’t a ton that’s new in this version — except that Google
Read MoreImage: Launch Center Pro Launch Center Pro can now be used to create custom iOS home screen icons, a feature that Apple hasn’t previously officially supported on its phones. The new functionality is coming with version 3.1 of Launch Center Pro, which includes a new Icon Composer that was originally designed to let you create
Read MoreA recent effort to use technology more consistently in the college student advising process resulted in few changes over the status quo. Tech Not a Cure-all in Student Advising Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreAn explosive article in Motherboard alleges that contractors working for Microsoft are listening to the conversations of Skype users conducted through the app’s real-time translation service. The piece, penned by cybersecurity reporter Joseph Cox, cites a trove of internal documentation, screenshots, and audio recordings obtained by the publication. Audio of captured recordings depict deeply personal
Read MoreMicrosoft is using humans to listen to some Skype Translator and Cortana conversations, according to a new report. Microsoft contractors are listening to some Skype translation calls: Report Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreThe gathering marks the Trump administration’s first major engagement on the issue days after two mass shootings left 31 dead. White House invites tech companies to discussion of violent online extremism Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreOne thing I don’t like about homework for young kids is the fact that after they’ve just spent a whole day sitting at a desk at school, we direct them to another desk at home. It’s inhibiting. Their bodies are wiggly and restless and begging to move. Read more… Make a 'Homework Mat' for Your
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