The first American Horror Story: Freak Show trailer is 20 seconds of terror. But you should have expected that. From the moment we learned that the new season of Ryan Murphy's scare-fest would delve into the dying world of freak shows circa 1950, we knew to expect some, well, freaky stuff. But between Sarah Paulson's tweet about her two-headed character and this new sneak peek, we're gearing up for what could...
Sunday, July 13, 2014
Supermoon Rises: 10 Gorgeous Photos to Remind Us How Small We Are
The full moon rises above the castle of Somoskoujfalu, northeast of Budapest, Hungary.Image: Peter Kamka/Associated Press The first of three supermoons expected to light up the sky this summer provided a breathtaking show to people around the world on Saturday night. A supermoon, also known as a "perigee moon," occurs when...
Saturday, July 12, 2014
Chrome Extension Plays Clown Music When You Read About Rob Ford
Embattled Toronto Mayor Rob Ford may have a reputation for bringing "his circus" wherever he goes, but in case you forgot just how ridiculous the city's top official is, there's a tool to help remind Google Chrome users. A new browser extension for Chrome will play clown music when you read an article or news story about Ford....
Satya Nadella's Big Bid to Reshape Microsoft
Five months into his new role as CEO of Microsoft, Satya Nadella is ready to shake things up. In a 3,300 word memo sent to employees and the press Thursday, Nadella laid out the most clear vision yet for how he sees the future of Microsoft. There's a lot to unpack in the memo, but dissecting it and reading through the lines, a few central themes come into shape. First, Nadella is very clearly differentiating his vision for...
Apple Refutes China's Security Claims, Says It Does Not Track Users
Customers look at iPads near an advertisement for the iPhone 5C at Apple's retail outlet in Beijing Monday, Dec. 23, 2013. Image: Ng Han Guan/Associated Press No, Apple isn't using your iPhone to track your location in China. That's Apple's response to a recent report from China's state-run television station alleging the iPhone...
Apple Refutes Chinese Security Claims, Says It Does Not Track Users
Customers look at iPads near an advertisement for the iPhone 5C at Apple's retail outlet in Beijing Monday, Dec. 23, 2013. Image: Ng Han Guan/Associated Press No, Apple isn't using your iPhone to track your location in China. That's Apple's response to a recent report from China's state-run television station alleging the iPhone...
Brazil's World Cup Loss to the Netherlands Reopens Wounds Just Beginning to Heal
Netherlands' Arjen Robben fights for the ball with Brazil's Paulinho, right, and Brazil's David Luiz during the World Cup third-place soccer match between Brazil and the Netherlands at the Estadio Nacional in Brasilia, Brazil, Saturday, July 12, 2014. Image: Themba Hadebe/Associated Press Brazil entered the consolation match...
The Art of Dating: Past and Present
Once upon a time, dating meant finding the right person to share a lifetime of romantic meals and intimate conversation. Today, dating means finding someone to sit next to while you play Candy Crush on your iPad. In these comics, artist Maria Scrivan shares the difference between dating before and after the technological boom . ...
Australian Olympic Swimmer Ian Thorpe Comes Out as Gay
Australian swimmer and Olympic gold medalist Ian Thorpe revealed in an interview that he is gay, confirming years of speculation about his sexuality. Thorpe sat down for an interview with British broadcaster Sir Michael Parkinson, which will air Sunday night in Australia on Channel Ten, according to the Sydney Morning Herald. Thorpe reportedly discussed a wide range of issues, including his battle with depression....
Garmin Forerunner 15: a Good GPS Fitness Watch With Room to Improve
For Garmin, GPS has always been the key to setting its fitness devices apart from much of the competition. And with a starting price of $170, the Forerunner 15 watch delivers that functionality at a relatively low price point. The device, which is expected to ship sometime this quarter, also brings with it more trackable details than...
Plane Diverted to Island Due to Burning Smell, No Smoke Monster Reported
It's not a good sign when passengers compare their airline experience to the TV show Lost, especially when smoke may be involved. While traveling to Guam over the Pacific Ocean, a United Airlines flight was diverted to a small island after reports of electrical problems and a burning smell. Originating in Honolulu, the Boeing 777 plane was delayed for three hours due to a burning smell, but was eventually cleared, according...
15 Crazy Things You Never Thought About
A small piece of useless knowledge can completely rattle your brain. Tiny bits of information and thoughts may leave you pondering your very existence. Or at least give you a genuine "woah" moment. See also: 20 Simply Genius Shower Thoughts Expand your brain, Internet. We apologize in advance if this list leaves you questioning every...
World Cup Day 31: The Painful, Penultimate Third-Place Match
What a long, strange, intense â€" and amazing â€" month of World Cup soccer it's been. Two matches remain, and before we determine a winner â€" the best soccer nation in the world â€" we have to find out who comes in third. So while you wait for the redemptive rematch between Germany and Argentina, here's what to expect in the World Cup third place match. Before we get to the actual meat and bones of the matchup, the very...
Friday, July 11, 2014
Japan Is Getting a 'Frozen'-Themed PlayStation 4
Rejoice, Japanese Frozen fans: A PlayStation 4 embossed with your favorite characters is coming soon. The black console features a laser stencil of Elsa and Anna from Disney flick on the top, along with the Frozen logo and several snowflakes. The special edition is being released July 16 and will be priced at 42,980 yen (about...
The People of Gaza and Israel Document Their Terror
Palestinians look the damage of a destroyed house where five members of the Ghannam family were killed in an Israeli missile strike early morning in Rafah refugee camp, southern Gaza Strip on Friday, July 11, 2014.Image: Khalil Hamra/Associated PressBy Brian Ries & Louise Roug2014-07-11 22:50:22 UTC This week Israel launched...
Israel's Iron Dome Is a 'Total Failure' at Its Most Important Job, Experts Say
In this July 9, 2014 file photo, an Iron Dome air defense system fires to intercept a rocket from the Gaza Strip in Tel Aviv, Israel.Image: Tsafrir Abayov/Associated Press David Talbot for MIT Technology Review 2014-07-11 22:30:27 UTC Even though Israel’s U.S.-funded “Iron Dome†rocket-defense interceptors appear...
Tim Howard Snubbed in FIFA 'Golden Glove' Award
Tim Howard during the Round of 16 match between Belgium and the USA.Image: Jamie McDonald Getty Images Sport The 2014 World Cup has had its share of bad refereeing calls â€" but none so outrageous for U.S. fans as FIFA's decision Friday to not make goalkeeper Tim Howard a finalist for its "Golden Glove" award, given to the greatest...
Colin Farrell, Taylor Kitsch Could Star in 'True Detective' Season 2
Image: Ferdaus Shamim/WireImage; Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic LOS ANGELES â€" One day after HBO executives hinted at major True Detective Season 2 casting news coming down the pike, two actors are said to be circling roles on the upcoming installment of the anthology series. First up, Colin Farrell is in serious talks with the...
Which Android Smartwatch Is Right for You?
If you didn’t tune into this year’s Google I/O keynote, you may not realize that Android Wear just made smartwatches more valuable than ever. In our latest Mobile Minute video, we take a look at the three new watch models Google introduced, that are all at different price points for different lifestyles. Android Wear smartwatches let you perform voice commands, set reminders, check texts, get directions,...
9 Deadly Outbreaks That Plagued Mankind (And One That's Spreading Now)
By Lauren Drell and Corinne Bagish2014-07-11 12:35:39 -0400 Smallpox. Swine Flu. H1N1. SARS. Nothing brings on a chill or a case of the willies like an infectious disease, whether it's in your country, on the news or in a Hollywood blockbuster (see also: Outbreak, Contagion, 12 Monkey, World War Z). The world is fascinated...
LeBron James Decides: He's Returning 'Home' to Cleveland
Miami Heat forward LeBron James smiles as he responds to a question during a media availability for the NBA basketball finals on Saturday, June 14, 2014, in San Antonio.Image: Tony Gutierrez/Associated Press The epic, excruciating, ridiculous and wholly entertaining wait is finally over. LeBron James has made up his free-agent...
Ukraine President Calls Emergency Meeting After 19 Die in Rocket Attack
DONETSK, Ukraine â€" Pro-Russia rebels killed 19 and injured 93 of Ukraine's soldiers and border guards in a rocket attack near the country’s eastern border early on Friday, prompting the president to summon security advisers in Kiev for an emergency meeting, according to officials. Ukrainian military officials said the rebels bombarded...
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