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Spam Reports
Microsoft Customers Targeted with Lottery and “Home Use Program” Scams
Kaspersky has analyzed the scams in the May 2013 spam report
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
419 Scam Alert: Google 15 Years Anniversary Awards
Belgian Users Targeted with BNP Paribas Lottery Phishing Scam
Windows
Microsoft: You Won’t Need a Clean Install to Move to Windows 8.1
Company exec talks about the way users should deploy the first Windows 8 update
by Bogdan Popa, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Microsoft to Open New Specialty Store in Downtown Seattle
Microsoft and Oracle Prepare Secret Announcement for Monday
Security Blog
Trustwave Launches SIEM Software for Enterprises
The solution can protect organizations against both internal and external threats
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Open Source Projects Get Free SSL Certificates from GlobalSign
Risk I/O Enhances Vulnerability Intelligence Platform with Real-Time Attack Data
Operators
Virgin Mobile to Launch iPhone 5 on June 28
It will be priced starting at $549.99 (€416) for the 16GB model
by Ionut Arghire, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
XCOM: Enemy Unknown Arrives on iOS on June 20
Starship Battles Mobile Game Now Available for iOS
Green/Eco Blog
Orphaned Rhino Calf Gets Comfy in Its New Home
The baby rhino's mother was shot dead by poachers who wanted its horn
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Maggie Q, WildAid Ask People to Quit Buying Ivory and Rhino Horn Products
Philippines Readies to Destroy National Ivory Stock
Death Penalty Awaits Serious Polluters in China
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
Courts in China can now punish environmental crimes harsher than ever
Green/Eco Blog
Security Blog
Ephrata Community Hospital Says Employee Illegally Accessed Medical Records
Social security numbers and other financial information have not been accessed
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
LinkedIn Outage Caused by DDOS Attack on Network Solutions
Uganda Domains of Sony, PayPal, Gmail, Intel, Yahoo Hacked via DNS Poisoning (Updated)
Mobile OS
Serious Security Flaw Found in Galaxy S4
It could result in premium text messages being sent from the phone
by Ionut Arghire, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Galaxy Mega 6.3 Spotted at the FCC Again, AT&T Connectivity Included
Another Leaked Photo Shows Galaxy Note III’s Front
Music, Film & TV Blog
Must See: James Gandolfini Video Tribute
Esteemed actor died aged 51 in Italy, but his fans will cherish his memory for eternity
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
James Gandolfini Death: No Evidence of Drugs, Alcohol
Watch: James Gandolfini Reads Maurice Sendak’s “In the Night Kitchen”
Science Blog
Tesla Revolutionizes the Electric Car with 90-Second Battery Swap – Video
It takes longer to get a fresh set of batteries than to fill a tank of gas
by Lucian Parfeni, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Exotic Hydrogen Experiment Finds Bafflingly Small Proton, Hints at Physics Beyond the Standard Model
Mussolini's 12th and “Most Secret” Bunker Discovered in Rome
Green
Urban Forests Remove Fine Particulate Air Pollution, Save Lives
Study documents how urban forests benefit public health
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Air Pollution Almost Doubles a Woman's Chances of Having an Autistic Child
Adorable Twin Gorillas Born at Burgers' Zoo in the Netherlands
Thirdhand Smoke Triggers DNA Damage in Human Cells
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
Study documents the health risks associated with noxious residue that clings to surfaces
Science Blog
Diets
Kim Kardashian Has Already Started Losing the Pregnancy Weight
Reality star gave birth to her first child this week, is reportedly planning ahead
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Lose Weight with the Chugay Tongue Patch, Which Makes Eating Solids Painful
Musician Papa Joe Aviance Loses 250 Pounds (113.3 kg) on the 99-Cent Diet
Science Blog
Man Runs on Lava, Geoscientist Lets Us In on How He Did It
Erick Klemetti says it is possible to run on lava, advises people not to try doing so
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
7 in 10 American Take Prescription Drugs, Study Finds
Rare Killer Whale Type Documented by Scientists
Green/Eco Blog
Pit Bull Stars in James Gandolfini's Final Film, “Animal Rescue”
The film is expected to raise awareness of animal abuse issues
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
PETA's “Cage Fight” Game Lets People Kick Animal Abusers
PETA Blasts Hangover III, Says Director Todd Phillips Is Insensitive to Animal Cruelty
Green/Eco Blog
Watch: Abused Dog Is Rescued, Turns Into a Fun, Loving Family Pet
Ralph is one of those lucky few who get a second chance, can now make the most of life
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Rescue Dog Killed by New Owner Just 4 Days After Adoption
Juvenile Whale Shark Rescued After Getting Caught in Fishing Nets
Spam Reports
Crooks Exploit Tumblr’s Acquisition by Yahoo in Giveaway Scam
ThreatTrack Security experts have come across a fake Tumblr news website
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
419 Scam Alert: Google 15 Years Anniversary Awards
Twitter Diet Spam Campaign Abuses Legitimate Compromised Accounts
Rare North Pacific Right Whale Spotted near British Columbia
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
It's been over 60 years since a North Pacific right whale was last spotted in these waters
Green/Eco Blog
Green
Japan Announces Plans to Reopen Its Nuclear Reactors
The reactors will be reopened by the end of this year, early next year at the latest
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Watch: Stars Take a Stand Against Nuclear Weapons
California's San Onofre Nuclear Plant Shuts Down After 4 Decades of Activity
Green/Eco Blog
Dog Meat Festival in China Going According to Plan Despite Protests
Animal lovers are outraged, the people taking part in the festival couldn't care less
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
PETA's “Cage Fight” Game Lets People Kick Animal Abusers
PETA Blasts Hangover III, Says Director Todd Phillips Is Insensitive to Animal Cruelty
Security Blog
Information-Stealing Fareit Malware Used Against Wells Fargo Customers
The Trojan is capable of performing a wide range of malicious activities
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Twitter Diet Spam Campaign Abuses Legitimate Compromised Accounts
Domain Name Registrar Moniker Hacked, Users Forced to Change Passwords
Windows software reviews
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ESET Smart Security 7 Beta – Review
Adds IDS exceptions to the list of firewall options
by Ionut Ilascu, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
SpyShelter Firewall – Review
ESET NOD32 Antivirus 7 Beta – Review
Television
Courtney Stodden Documents Breast Augmentation Surgery for Reality Show
“Teen Bride” goes up from a C cup to a double D, says she’s thrilled with the results
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Mama June Hits the Beach, Has Baywatch Moment for the Paparazzi
Famous Pilot Bob Tur Starts Transition to Become a Woman – Video
Man Beats World Record for Most Rotating Donuts in 100 Seconds
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
Stunt driver Terry Grant spins around 39 times in less than two minutes
Oddiverse Blog
Technology Blog
Looks like Not All Samsung's New Products Are Portable: ATIV One 5 Style AiO
The all-in-one personal computer has a very slim metal frame and a white bezel
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
3D Printed Battery Is Smaller than a Grain of Sand
Amazon Updates Its Kindle Paperwhite Through Firmware Version 5.3.6
Music, Film & TV Blog
Carly Rae Jepsen Defends Justin Bieber: He’s Doing the Best He Can
Singer stands by the man who helped make her an international star
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Giggling Justin Bieber Makes Instagram Video Debut, Is Probably Stoned
Kid Rock on Justin Bieber: He’s Just like Vanilla Ice, Is In for a Steep Fall
Security Blog
Hacker Guccifer Leaks Journolist Archives
Conversations from the highly controversial private forum have come to light
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Facebook, Email Accounts of US NNSA Administrator Hacked
MSN Account of US National Intelligence Council Chairman Hacked by Guccifer
Oddiverse Blog
Toddler Falls from 4th Floor in China, Delivery Men Catch Her
Viral video shows girl's heroic rescue as she falls out an open window
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
2-Year-Old Crashes Truck into Neighbors' House
Landlords from Hell Who Bullied Tenants into Moving to Be Sent to Jail
Windows software reviews
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Unify Cloud Storage and Sync Services
Manage content in multiple online storage accounts
by Ionut Ilascu, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
ESET NOD32 Antivirus 7 Beta – Review
Add a Modern Touch to Windows 7
Paula Deen Pulls Out of The Today Appearance, Matt Lauer Calls Her Out
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
Celebrity chef is reportedly besides herself after racist allegations
Music, Film & TV Blog
Technology Blog
Logitech Decides to Keep Harmony Remote Division After All
The company launches a new Harmony Remote called Ultimate
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
The Power of Thought Lifts Helicopter into the Air
WiSee, a Technology That Detects Gestures from Different Rooms, Through Wi-Fi – Video
Security Blog
PoisonIvy Variant Abuses Legitimate Application as Loader
The technique is called binary planting, or DLL preloading attack
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Cybercriminals Target Bank Accounts of European Organizations with Shadesrat Trojan
Expert: Cybercriminals Likely Exploited SQL Injection to Pull Off $45M / €34M Heist
Oddiverse Blog
Watch: Package Delivery in Russian Style
Postal workers throw packages around on the platform
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Chinese Freight Handler Throws Boxes Around, Mishandles Shipment
Air China Jet Allegedly Hits UFO While Flying at 26,000 Feet Above Ground
Technology Blog
Ativ Tab 3 Has Also Been Unveiled by Samsung
It is very thin, 8.22 mm-thin in fact, and has an HD 10.1-inch screen
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
11.6-Inch Tablet with Windows 8 Launched by Vizio
ATIV Book 9 Plus, Samsung's Flagship Series 9 Ultrabook
Mobile World
BlackBerry Q10 Now Available at AT&T
The phone sports a price tag of $199 (€150) on a two-year contract
by Ionut Arghire, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
BlackBerry OS 10.1 Starts Arriving on AT&T’s Z10 Smartphones
AT&T Starts Shipping BlackBerry Q10 Devices to Users
Certified Ethical Hacker Exam Study Guide Offered for Free by TrainACE
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
The study guide can help hackers prepare for the EC-Council exam
Security Blog
Science Blog
Iron Supplements Help Women Deliver Bigger, Healthier Babies
Researchers find that pregnant women should take iron supplements
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Parents Want Kids to Fulfill Their Own Unrealized Ambitions, Study Says
7 in 10 American Take Prescription Drugs, Study Finds
Laptops
ATIV Book 9 Plus, Samsung's Flagship Series 9 Ultrabook
It has a Gorilla Glass panel protecting the 3200 x 1800 resolution LCD
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Samsung Ativ Q: A 13.3-Inch Dual-Boot Convertible Tablet/Ultrabook
10.1-Inch Windows 8 Tablet Released by Lenovo
Oddiverse Blog
Pope Francis Takes Kid with Down's Syndrome on Popemobile Ride [AP]
17-year-old Alberto di Tullio traveled from the South of Italy to meet the Pope
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Pope Blesses Harleys During Bike Manufacturer's 110th Anniversary
Nun Cloistered for 86 Years Dies at 105
Science Blog
Gorgeous Green Lake Shaped like a Human Face, Seen from Space
Astronaut Chris Hadfield still has thousands of stunning images to share
by Lucian Parfeni, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
How Urine and Other Used Water Is Recycled in Space – Video
Chris Hadfield Tests Mythbusters' Game in Space – Video
Science Blog
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Watch: Doctors Inject Dying 6-Year-Old Girl with HIV, Cure Her Leukemia
Emma Whitehead was near death, this odd treatment saved her life
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Structure of HIV Inner Shell Decoded by Scientists
Marijuana Might Help Treat HIV Infection, Researchers Claim
Dunkin' Donuts to Debut Gluten-Free Products in 2013
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
Clients on diets and those suffering from gluten intolerance can benefit from this
Oddiverse Blog
Oddiverse
hot
Landlords from Hell Who Bullied Tenants into Moving to Be Sent to Jail
38-year-old Kip Macy and 37-year-old Nicole Macy will be going to jail for over four years
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
$800K (€612K) Infestation Bill: Owner to Pay for Failing to Remove Bedbugs
All-Male Cheerleading Team in Alabama Will Rock Your World – Video
Music, Film & TV Blog
Giggling Justin Bieber Makes Instagram Video Debut, Is Probably Stoned
Pop star posts video online, gets people guessing as to what he’s been smoking
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Kid Rock on Justin Bieber: He’s Just like Vanilla Ice, Is In for a Steep Fall
Listen: Miley Cyrus Talks Dating Justin Bieber
Technology Blog
11.6-Inch Tablet with Windows 8 Launched by Vizio
This is one item that took its sweet time to come to market
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
ASUS’ Transformer Pad TF300TG Firmware Version 10.6.2.6 Is Up for Grabs
10.1-Inch Windows 8 Tablet Released by Lenovo
Oddiverse Blog
Worst Office Birthday Card Ever Includes Checkmarks
A disappointing birthday card is not even signed
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Guy Brings Girlfriend's Purse Along on Everyday Activities
Dentist Joke Meme Snapshot Is Funny, Completely Frightening
Music, Film & TV Blog
“Devious Maids” Criticized for Pushing Latina Stereotypes
New show produced by Eva Longoria is met with criticism even before premiere
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
First Look at Helena Bonham Carter, Dominic West in New Liz Taylor Biopic – Photo
First Trailer for Lifetime’s Anna Nicole Smith Film Is Out
US Authorities Seize 1,700 Internet Domains in “Operation in Our Sites”
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
The figures are provided in a recent White House report
Security Blog
Oddiverse
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Woman Killed on Walk of Fame After Taking Photo of Drifters
23-year-old Christine Calderon has been fatally stabbed
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Brielle Shooting Prompts Arrest of 62-Year-Old Point Pleasant Man
Student Jailed for NRA T-Shirt Could Be Going to Prison for a Year
Video
EVGA Launches Six GeForce GTX 760 Graphics Cards
The company is really trying to break the bank with these things
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Specifications of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 Finally Found
ASUS GeForce GTX 760 DirectCU II OC Graphics Card Listed
Internet Life
hot
Apple's Steve Wozniak Backs NSA Whistleblower Edward Snowden
He says that he feels the same about him as he did for Daniel Ellsberg
by Gabriela Vatu, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Edward Snowden Explains Why He Waited to Reveal PRISM
Documents Allow the NSA to Collect US Data Without Warrant
Music, Film & TV Blog
James Gandolfini Death: No Evidence of Drugs, Alcohol
Toxicology tests haven’t been performed yet, so COD has not been announced
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Watch: James Gandolfini Reads Maurice Sendak’s “In the Night Kitchen”
James Gandolfini Wanted to Reconnect with His Roots in Italy
Security
UK Government’s “Crime Against Businesses” Report Omits Cybercrime
Experts say that a study on crime that ignores cybercrime is misleading
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
UK ICO Has Imposed Fines of £2.6M / $4M on 23 Organizations, Report Shows
69% of US Small Businesses Aren’t Concerned About the Impact of a Data Breach
Human Brain Mapped in 3D in Its Entirety by International Team of Neuroscientists
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
The resulting atlas is expected to help clarify, redefine the make-up of brain regions
Science
Oddiverse Blog
Wife Throws Husband's Mistress off a Cliff During Feud – Video
A video shot in Peru illustrates a very violent cat fight
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
All-Male Cheerleading Team in Alabama Will Rock Your World – Video
Wendy's Photo of Frosty Guzzling Prompts Employee Termination
Nature
Belugas Gather by the Hundreds in the Waters near Canada's Somerset Island
The marine mammals are traveling north, occasionally stop to feast on several fish species
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Human Brain Mapped in 3D in Its Entirety by International Team of Neuroscientists
Naked Mole Rats Are Cancer-Proof, Scientists Now Know Why
Games
hot
DICE: 60 FPS 64 Player Games Crucial for Full Battlefield 4 on Xbox One and PS4
The game is now a complete first-person shooter experience
by Andrei Dumitrescu, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Leaked Battlefield 4 Alpha Files Mention Elimination, Obliteration, and Playground Modes
PS Vita Mega Pack Includes 10 Games and an 8GB Memory Card, Out in Europe Soon
Tablets
10.1-Inch Windows 8 Tablet Released by Lenovo
Called Miix, it runs an Atom dual-core processor from Intel
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Samsung Ativ Q: A 13.3-Inch Dual-Boot Convertible Tablet/Ultrabook
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Tablets Priced in Europe
Oddiverse Blog
Jodi Arias Dons Striped Prison Jumpsuit in Court Appearance
The death penalty decision might be delayed as the defense asks for a January court date
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Arias Jury Deadlocked, Deep in Second Day of Deliberations [AP]
Arias: “I'll Donate My Hair” If It Gets Me Out of the Death Penalty [AP]
"Star Trek" Creator and Actor Who Played Scotty Headed for Space
Reuters
by Gabriela Vatu, June 21st, 2013
The remains of the two men will head on a space journey next year
Science Blog
Spam Reports
Cybercriminals Increasingly Target Apple ID Data, Kaspersky Warns
The average number of phishing site detections is 200,000 per day
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Domain Name Registrar Moniker Hacked, Users Forced to Change Passwords
Ichitaro Developer Warns Customers of Vulnerability Exploited in Targeted Attacks
Music, Film & TV Blog
Kid Rock on Justin Bieber: He’s Just like Vanilla Ice, Is In for a Steep Fall
The Biebs is a flash in the pan, an accident waiting to happen, apparently
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Justin Bieber Accused of Hit and Run Offence, Word Has It He Injured a Paparazzo
Justin Bieber’s Pet Cat, Tuts, Gets His Own Twitter
History
Ancient Mayan City Hidden in the Mexican Jungle Discovered by Archaeologists
Remains of several pyramids, plazas, homes and altars have thus far been uncovered
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
X-Rays Help Recover Opera Lost for 200 Years
German WWII Bomber Pulled from the English Channel
Security Blog
Fake Argos Facebook Page Promises HD TVs in Exchange for “Likes”
The retailer is aware of the scammy page and has issued an alert to customers
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
419 Scam Alert: Google 15 Years Anniversary Awards
Twitter Diet Spam Campaign Abuses Legitimate Compromised Accounts
Celebrity News
Paula Deen Admits to Using Racial Slur, Says She’s Too Old Not To
Celebrity chef issues half apologetic statement through her publicist
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Prison Food Is Making O.J. Simpson Fat, He Claims
Zoe Saldana’s Weight “Unnecessarily” Revealed on Allure Cover
UK Government to Invest Millions in Anti-Cyber Fraud Campaign
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
The campaign will be officially launched this fall
Security Blog
Music, Film & TV Blog
Robert Downey Jr. Signs On for 2 More “Avengers” Movies
Marvel confirms he will be reprising the Iron Man role, with sequel to come in 2015
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
How “Iron Man 3” Should Have Ended – Video
Joss Whedon Denies $100 Million (€76.6 Million) Paycheck for “Avengers 2”
Music, Film & TV Blog
Rapper Lil Snupe Shot and Killed at 18
Promising artist was shot dead over a dice game gone bad
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Restaurant Where Tony Soprano Ate His Last Meal Offers Tribute to Gandolfini
James Gandolfini Dies at 51 of Suspected Heart Attack
Oddiverse Blog
Check Out Dancers in Black and White Tights Create an Optical Illusion
A group in half black, half white leotards dance to folk-rock
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
All-Male Cheerleading Team in Alabama Will Rock Your World – Video
Wendy's Photo of Frosty Guzzling Prompts Employee Termination
Technology Blog
Entry-Level, Low-Cost Mirrorless Camera Revealed by Fujifilm
It's actually an unintended leak really, but it's interesting all the same
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Samsung Galaxy NX Press Photos Leaked
Samsung Officially Releases Galaxy NX Android Camera
Security Blog
Bill Inspired by Aaron Swartz Suicide Introduced to Senate
The bill aims at reforming the controversial Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Activist Accused of Hacking AT&T Will Be Sentenced on March 18
Jeremy Hammond Talks About Aaron Swartz, Activism and the Justice System
“Empire State” Trailer: Dwayne Johnson Is After Liam Hemsworth
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
Straight to DVD film is based on real events, will be out in September
Music, Film & TV Blog
Oddiverse
2-Year-Old Crashes Truck into Neighbors' House
Homeowner George Williams is not upset by the incident
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Shooting at Carneys Point Prompts Manhunt, Suspect on the Run
Pico Rivera Crash Caused by Speeding Driver During Graduation Ride Home
Nature
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The Atlantic Ocean Is Likely to One Day Disappear, Get Pulled into the Earth's Mantle
New information about subduction zone forming close to Spain and Portugal comes to light
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Naked Mole Rats Are Cancer-Proof, Scientists Now Know Why
Cambodian Jungle Hides 1,200-Year-Old Lost City, New Information Comes to Light
Technology Blog
Core i7 Ivy Bridge-E Intel CPUs Set for September Release, Second Week
We know exactly when the Core i7-4820K, Core i7-4930K and Core i7-4960X will come out
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Xigmatek Launches New CPU Cooler with PWM Fan
Samsung Ativ Q: A 13.3-Inch Dual-Boot Convertible Tablet/Ultrabook
Play Station
PlayStation 4 Has the Upper Hand on Xbox One Due to Lower Price, Popularity, Analyst Says
The better price and the big number of fans will give the PS4 the edge over Xbox One
by Andrei Dobra, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Xbox One Launches on November 27, Amazon Listing Says
Xbox One Used Games DRM Change Was Forced by Sony, Not Consumers, Bleszinski Says
Music, Film & TV Blog
Watch: Stephen Colbert Pays Touching Tribute to His Late Mother
Lorna Elizabeth Tuck Colbert died last week, aged 92
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Stephen Colbert's Mother, Lorna Elizabeth Tuck Colbert, Dies at 92
Stephen Colbert Spoofs “Accidental Racist” with “Oopsie-Daisy Homophobe”
Photo of Gainward GeForce GTX 780 Phantom Graphics Card Found – Video
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
The video board uses the signature cooler with three fans and a grid covering them
Technology Blog
Google News
Google Won't Remove "Rogue Pharmas" from Search Results
But it will try to adjust its autocomplete algorithms
by Lucian Parfeni, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Google to Settle for $22.5 Million Over Safari Tracking Cookies Issue
Use Google+'s Image Recognition Search on Your Own Photos and Be Blown Away
Oddiverse Blog
All-Female Zimmerman Jury – Will It Help or Harm the Defendant? [AP]
Six jurors will be on the stand at George Zimmerman's trial
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Shooting at Carneys Point Prompts Manhunt, Suspect on the Run
Brielle Shooting Prompts Arrest of 62-Year-Old Point Pleasant Man
Security Blog
OpPetrol Launched: Government Sites from Saudi Arabia and Indonesia Hacked
Some data has been leaked, but it's hard to say if it's genuine
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Anonymous Hackers to Launch OpPetrol on June 20 – Video
Here’s What Experts Think We Should Expect from Anonymous’ OpPetrol
Oddiverse Blog
World's Ugliest Dog – Which of the Last Three Winners Is Uglier?
Princess Abby, Yoda and Mugly battle it out as the 2010 to 2012 winners
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
How to: Getting a Boomerang to Return to You – Video
World's Ugliest Dog: Meet Last Year's Winner
iPhone
iPhone 5S Emerges in New Leaked Photos
Users can have a look at the phone's logic board, battery, and back cover
by Ionut Arghire, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Low-Cost iPhone Won’t Be Cheap, Pegatron CEO Claims
iPhone 5S Spotted in Model Schematics Alongside “Light” iPhone Flavor
Slackel KDE 4.10.2 Is Slackware Made Easy
by Silviu Stahie, June 21st, 2013
Download the latest Slackel KDE distro from Softpedia
Linux Distributions
Wireless
FAA Prepares to Ease Restrictions for Gadget Use on Planes [WSJ]
According to a new report, the restrictions during takeoff and landing will loosen
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Raven Mini-ITX, SilverStone's New Compact Mini Case
Behold, a Concrete Plane That Flies
Security Blog
Open Source Projects Get Free SSL Certificates from GlobalSign
Take a look at what you need to become eligible for the offer
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
McAfee Set to Acquire Stonesoft
Malware Attached to Boston Marathon Bombings Spam Uses SSL to Communicate
Oddiverse Blog
Military Wife Finds Other Woman's Name on Husband's Tombstone
58-year-old Edna found “Dolores, his wife” written on her dead husband's gravestone
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
All-Male Cheerleading Team in Alabama Will Rock Your World – Video
Wendy's Photo of Frosty Guzzling Prompts Employee Termination
Science Blog
Watch: Animation Documents a Year's Worth of Changes to Vegetation Across the World
The animation was pieced together by NASA scientists
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Watch: Time-Lapse Video Shows Mexico's Popocatepetl Volcano Erupting
This Is What Would Actually Happen If Superman Punched You – Video
Mac software reviews
XBMC – A Suitable Replacement for Apple’s Front Row
A free and easy-to-use media center application for your Mac
by George Popescu, June 21st, 2013
more on this topic
Decibel – Minimalistic Music Player for Audiophiles
Musictube – YouTube Music in Playlist Mode
How to: Getting a Boomerang to Return to You – Video
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
The simplest way to achieve this is getting a dog to fetch it
Oddiverse Blog
Oddiverse Blog
Guy Brings Girlfriend's Purse Along on Everyday Activities
A boyfriend bonds with a woman's purse, documents their time together
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
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Dentist Joke Meme Snapshot Is Funny, Completely Frightening
Wendy's Photo of Frosty Guzzling Prompts Employee Termination
Spam Reports
419 Scam Alert: Google 15 Years Anniversary Awards
Google will never hand out large amounts of money to random users
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
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Scam Alert: You Are a Winner of Facebook Online International Lottery
US Authorities Arrest Man Suspected of Making $1.6M / €1.2M Through 419 Scam
Science Blog
Supermoon 2013: Sunday, June 23, the Moon Will Appear Bigger, Brighter
The supermoon will be visible shortly after the sun sets on the evening of that day
by Laura Sinpetru, June 21st, 2013
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Watch Herschel Space Telescope's Final Moments as Last Commands Are Issued
NASA Has Picked the First Deep Space Astronauts
Open Source Software
eBook Conversion Software Calibre 0.9.36 Greatly Improves DOCX Conversion
The latest version of Calibre can be downloaded from Softpedia
by Silviu Stahie, June 21st, 2013
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Linux Kernel 3.9.7 Has Been Officially Released
Team Fortress 2 for Linux Brings Better Hat Shading with the Latest Update
Security
Security Expert: Microsoft Does the Right Thing by Paying for Windows 8.1 Bugs
Qualys CTO says that this campaign could help Microsoft make Windows 8.1 more secure
by Bogdan Popa, June 21st, 2013
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Microsoft Tried to Develop Own Marketplace to Compete with Amazon, eBay [WSJ]
Leaked Photo Confirms: Windows 8.1 Stable to Be Launched in October
Firefox Is Getting Smart About Cookie Privacy
by Lucian Parfeni, June 21st, 2013
Mozilla and Stanford have put together a new way of dealing with rogue cookies
Internet Life
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Samsung Loses Again, Apple Wins Lawsuit in Japan
The bounce back patent strikes again, with as little mercy as ever
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
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Global Tablet Sales Fall 20-30% in Q2 2013
Genius Electronic Optical Sued for Patent Infringement
Incidents
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LinkedIn Outage Caused by DDOS Attack on Network Solutions
The DNS issues occurred while Network Solutions attempted to address the attack
by Eduard Kovacs, June 21st, 2013
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Brazilian Anti-Government Protests Move Online, Several High-Profile Sites Defaced
Here’s What Experts Think We Should Expect from Anonymous’ OpPetrol
Celebrity News
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Kim Kardashian’s Baby Name Officially Revealed: North West
Birth certificate confirms older rumor that Kim and Kanye named their daughter North
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
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Kanye West Cannot Wait to Marry Kim Kardashian, Is Getting Ready to Propose
Kim Kardashian, Kanye West Reportedly Name Baby Girl Kaidence Donda West
Laptops
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Samsung Ativ Q: A 13.3-Inch Dual-Boot Convertible Tablet/Ultrabook
It has a hinge that lets it turn the display into a tray or spin it around
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
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New Acer Chromebook Has a 16 GB SSD, $199 / €199 Price
Cheaper Google Nexus 10 Tablet with 32 GB Up for Order
Oddiverse Blog
Feminist Makeup Tutorial Will Help You “Dismantle the Patriarchy”
A clever teen records a parody, underlines stereotypes about feminism
by Raluca Anghel, June 21st, 2013
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Watch a Russian Train Traveling with an Open Door – Video
All-Male Cheerleading Team in Alabama Will Rock Your World – Video
New Super Smash Bros. Will Aim to Capture Brawl-Loving Public
by Andrei Dumitrescu, June 21st, 2013
The team wants to deliver an accessible and solid experience
Games
Photo & Video Cameras
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Samsung Officially Releases Galaxy NX Android Camera
It is the successor to the Galaxy Camera and has over 30 smart modes
by Sebastian Pop, June 21st, 2013
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New App Allows Lytro Light Field Camera to Share Photos
Samsung Galaxy NX Press Photos Leaked
Internet Life
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Documents Allow the NSA to Collect US Data Without Warrant
Some documents signed by the Fisa court in 2009 enable the NSA to collect domestic data
by Gabriela Vatu, June 21st, 2013
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Edward Snowden Explains Why He Waited to Reveal PRISM
India Sets Up Surveillance System to Tap E-mails and Phone Calls [Reuters]
Games
Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag DLC Has New Playable Character, Season Pass Leaks
New story-based add-ons, multiplayer content, and customization items are coming as DLC
by Andrei Dobra, June 21st, 2013
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Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Present-Day Protagonist Is an Abstergo Employee
Assassin's Creed 4 and Watch Dogs Have Shared Easters Eggs, Huge Surprise
Music, Film & TV Blog
“Dumb and Dumber 2” Finds New Home, Will Be Made After All
Rights to sequel to 1994 comedy hit picked up by Columbia Pictures
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
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“300: Rise of an Empire” First Trailer: There Will Be Death and Destruction
“The Purge” Sequel Is Already in the Works
Developing Projects
Microsoft Tried to Develop Own Marketplace to Compete with Amazon, eBay [WSJ]
The software giant has already talked with retailers and tech companies, source reports
by Bogdan Popa, June 21st, 2013
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Microsoft Brings the Modern UI on MSDN Forums
Microsoft Rolls Out First Windows 8 Update for Bing Translator
Vanessa Lachey’s Secret to Losing the Pregnancy Weight: Don’t Stress About It
by Elena Gorgan, June 21st, 2013
Mom of 9-month-old Camden says she gained 65 pounds (29.4 kg) while pregnant
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