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May 2015

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About 32 articles found for 23 May 2015:

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A Gamer’s Week: May 24

Delivering reviews, news, Gamer Diaries, and editorials

by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicHouse of Wolves Breaks Destiny Records, Trials of Osiris Debuts Tomorrow Star Wars Battlefront Uses Photogrammetry to Stay True to the Movies

PC Games

Pillars of Eternity Patch 1.06 Changelog Revealed

The beta version should be available later today

by Cosmin Vasile, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicPillars of Eternity Patch 1.05 Now Available for Download Pillars of Eternity Patch 1.05 Changelog Revealed (Hint: It's Huge)

Games

Download Minecraft Patch 1.8.5 to Fix Some Security Issues

The latest update also fixes some other general bugs

by Cosmin Vasile, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicMinecraft Gets Patch 1.15 on PS4, PS3, PS Vita, New Update on Xbox One & 360 Minecraft Gets New Update on Xbox One, Fixes TNT Explosions

Linux

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New Linux Kernel Vulnerability Patched in Ubuntu 14.04 LTS (Trusty Tahr)

All users are urged to update as soon as possible

by Marius Nestor, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicEXT4 RAID Data Corruption Issue Patched in Arch Linux Q4OS Linux Distro Will Allow Users to Purchase Apps via New Software Center

Mobile OS

Motorola Moto Maxx Now Receiving Android 5.0.2 Lollipop Update

The upgrade is only available in India for the moment

by Cosmin Vasile, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicDROID Turbo Receiving Android 5.1 Lollipop Update in Mid-June DROID Turbo in Limited Edition Metallic Colors Coming to Verizon on May 28

Yes, “Mad Max: Fury Road” Is a Feminist Movie, and Here’s Why You Should See It

by Elena Gorgan, May 23rd, 2015

George Miller’s reboot is a glorious visual spectacle, but also a statement for today’s film landscape

Editorials

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Security

Control Server for Money Grabbing Carbanak Points to Russian Security Service

FSB website also points to the same IP address

by Ionut Ilascu, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicMalware Achieves Privilege Escalation via Windows UAC Adult Friend Finder Hacked, Info on Almost 4 Million Users Leaked

Madden NFL 16 Screenshots Show Be the Playmaker Mode Details

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Madden NFL 16 Screenshots Show Be the Playmaker Mode Details

Gamers will get an enhanced set of gameplay mechanics

by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicMadden NFL 16 Ultimate Team Rewards Can Be Earned by Playing Madden NFL 15 FIFA 15 Teams of the Season Is Launching for Ultimate Team

Google News

Google Patents Creepy Plushy Robot

Google's patents are getting weirder by the day

by Andreea Murgu, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicGoogle Is Looking into E-Commerce with Shoppable YouTube Ads Google Patents In-Conversation Googling

Oddiverse

Colossal Sinkhole Opens Up on Golf Course in Missouri, US

The sinkhole measures about 70 feet (21 meters) across

by Laura Sinpetru, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicWatch: Nerdy Girl Beats Up Gym Combat Trainers Mom Shocked to Find Pot Inside Packaged Toy She Got from Walmart

Diets

Honey Boo Boo Lost 8 Pounds (3.6 Kg) in 1 Month, The Doctors Special Lied

Mama June charges against CBS on social media

by Elena Gorgan, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicMama June Will Sue TLC for Keeping 19 Kids and Counting on Air Honey Boo Boo, Mama June Fail to Lose Weight, Get Grilled on The Doctors - Video

Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen Won’t Be in the “Full House” Reboot

by Elena Gorgan, May 23rd, 2015

“They are still very much considered family,” says exec

Music, Film & TV Blog

Google News

Google Is Looking into E-Commerce with Shoppable YouTube Ads

Google wants to add a "Click to Buy" button on YouTube ads

by Andreea Murgu, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicGoogle Patents In-Conversation Googling Facebook Wants to Build Data Center in Ireland

Security

Malware Achieves Privilege Escalation via Windows UAC

Proof-of-concept also used to achieve SYSTEM privileges

by Ionut Ilascu, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicAdult Friend Finder Hacked, Info on Almost 4 Million Users Leaked Malicious SVG Files Used for Ransomware Delivery

65-Year-Old Woman Gives Birth to Perfectly Healthy Baby Boy

Oddiverse

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65-Year-Old Woman Gives Birth to Perfectly Healthy Baby Boy

The boy, conceived via IVF, was born earlier this week

by Laura Sinpetru, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicIt Rained Millions of Itsy Bitsy Spiders in Australia, No Joke Couple Living in Michigan, US, Welcome Their 13th Son in a Row

Television

Pilot for CBS’ “Supergirl” Series Leaks in Full, 6 Months Before Release

Rumor says the “leak” was planned to gauge audience reaction

by Elena Gorgan, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicCBS Releases First Trailer for “Supergirl” - Video Here’s Your First Look at Supergirl from Warner Bros. - Gallery

Mobile World

Samsung Galaxy Grand Neo Plus Officially Introduced in India

The smartphone is now available for Rs 9,990 ($157 / €143)

by Cosmin Vasile, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicSamsung Galaxy Note 4 to Receive New TouchWiz UI with Android 5.1 Lollipop - Updated Samsung Confirms Android 5.0 Lollipop Update for Galaxy Ace 4 and Galaxy Ace Style

Facebook's Oculus Rift Slammed with Trade Secrets Misappropriation Lawsuit - WSJ

by Andreea Murgu, May 23rd, 2015

The founder is accused of using confidential information

Internet Life

Tips and Tricks

Getting Started with MongoDB

Basic MongoDB shell commands and a list of Web GUIs

by Catalin Cimpanu, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicBasic Commands for npm (Node.js Package Manager)Script of the Day: Genghis

Music, Film & TV Blog

New “Black Mass” Trailer: Johnny Depp Is the Most Feared Gangster in US History - Video

James “Whitey” Bulger biopic comes out in September

by Elena Gorgan, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicAmy Winehouse Documentary “Amy” Gets Extended, Touching Trailer - Video Supercut Proves All Movie Trailers Are the Same - Video

Halo: The Master Chief Collection Reveals Playlist Tweaks for Content Update

Games

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Halo: The Master Chief Collection Reveals Playlist Tweaks for Content Update

Team Doubles is not becoming permanent option

by Andrei Dumitrescu, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicHalo: The Master Chief Collection Bundle Gets a New Xbox One Special Edition in the United States Xbox One Might Get Improved Graphics Performance Soon, Job Ad Suggests

Space

“Nasty” Star Is Probably the Result of Cosmic Cannibalism

The star is one of a kind in our Milky Way, astronomers say

by Laura Sinpetru, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicRemote Galaxy Shines with the Light of over 300 Trillion Suns Neighboring Galaxy Andromeda Is Surrounded by a Huge Halo

TLC Pulls 19 Kids and Counting from Schedule After Josh Duggar Molestation Scandal

Television

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TLC Pulls 19 Kids and Counting from Schedule After Josh Duggar Molestation Scandal

Network’s biggest brand is in danger, cancelation is pending

by Elena Gorgan, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicMama June Will Sue TLC for Keeping 19 Kids and Counting on Air Josh Duggar Investigated for Assault on Minors, Including His Sisters, Speaks Out

MimeChat Allows Users to Chat Through Avatars, Out on Android & iOS

by Cosmin Vasile, May 23rd, 2015

Avatars can be customized to look the way you want

Mobile Apps

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Gamer Diary

The Witcher 3 Diary: It's Good but Not Flawless

The new role-playing game has quite a few faults

by Andrei Dobra, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicThe Witcher 3 Diary: The Downgrade Is Real but It Still Looks Good The Witcher 3 Patch 1.03 Launches on PS4 and Xbox One Next Week

Security

Malicious SVG Files Used for Ransomware Delivery

Analysts find SQL commands hard coded in the malware

by Ionut Ilascu, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicAdult Friend Finder Hacked, Info on Almost 4 Million Users Leaked Google Finds Security Questions Are Not Sufficiently Reliable or Secure

Microbiology/Genetics

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Laboratory-Made Fungus Is Part Human

Scientists create yeast cells carrying human DNA

by Laura Sinpetru, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicWatch: How Our Fingerprints Form, as Explained by Science Genetic Recipe Could Let Scientists Bring Back Woolly Mammoths

Mobile World

Sprint Confirms LG G4 Arrives on June 5, Pre-Orders Now Live

Free 32GB memory card, extra battery, and battery cradle

by Cosmin Vasile, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicLG G4 Buyers to Get Free 32GB microSD Card, Extra Battery and Charging Cradle (US Only)LG G4 Gets Teardown Treatment, Proves Easy to Repair

Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Video Shows the Free DLC That's Now Available

Games

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Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Video Shows the Free DLC That's Now Available

New weapons, gear, and other things are now live

by Andrei Dobra, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicCall of Duty: Advanced Warfare Gets Single Wield SAC3 and Royalty Weapons on May 19 Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Gets Royalty Elite Gun Supply Drops, Fresh SAC3 Variants

Just Cause 3 Brings Enhanced Grapple, Lets Players Move like Spider-Man

by Andrei Dobra, May 23rd, 2015

Use the improved grapple to get around easily

Games

Linux

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EXT4 RAID Data Corruption Issue Patched in Arch Linux

Users are urged to check the integrity of the file systems

by Marius Nestor, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicQ4OS Linux Distro Will Allow Users to Purchase Apps via New Software Center CrossOver Now Offers Better Support for Running Diablo III on Ubuntu and Debian

Linux Distributions

Q4OS Linux Distro Will Allow Users to Purchase Apps via New Software Center

Q4OS 1.2.2 fixes bugs and updates translations

by Marius Nestor, May 23rd, 2015

more on this topicCrossOver Now Offers Better Support for Running Diablo III on Ubuntu and Debian AndEX Now Lets You Run Android Lollipop 5.0.2 on Your PC with Linux Kernel 4.0