June 13, 2016

Here's what the Xbox One S could look like

80a0f1a9-eca9-4508-99xouft Microsoft has a new Xbox One to showcase at E3 later today, and here's what it's going to look like. Rumors of a slimmer, cheaper Xbox One have been quite persistent for the past few weeks. And the NeoGAF forums leaked two i Read More

Source: TechCrunch

Today is a clock that reminds you to slow down

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA Scott Thrift takes the long view on things. The Brooklyn-based artist has been making crazy clocks for most of this decade, starting out with the incredible ThePresent seasons clock and culminating in something he's calling Today. His Kickstarter project for the new clock has already blown past its goal and he's excited to bring his unique brand of time-telling to our daily lives.… Read More

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Less Costly 'Trump 2.0' Tax Plan Urged by Reagan-Era Economists

Donald Trump has said his main tax-policy goal is a cut for the middle class, yet his guest list for a series of policy presentations at Trump Tower included a Reagan-era economist who has suggested revamping that plan.

Source: Bloomberg Politics

America Devastated by Worst Terror Attack Since 9/11

America was devastated by the worst terror attack on U.S. soil since 9/11 on Sunday, and details emerging about the suspected shooter in the Florida rampage gave early indication of ties to ISIS.

The post America Devastated by Worst Terror Attack Since 9/11 appeared first on Washington Free Beacon.

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Former senior services director sues group over firing

MARTINSBURG, W.Va. (AP) - The former executive director of Berkeley Senior Services is suing the group over claims she was fired for speaking out against alleged wrongdoing by the former board president.

The Journal reports (http://bit.ly/1tgW7cD ) Linda Holtzapple filed the lawsuit in Berkeley County Circuit Court.

The lawsuit says ...

Source: www.washingtontimes.com stories: Politics

Chat app Line makes over $270 million a year from selling stickers

line stickers Japanese mobile messaging app Line is banking more than $20 million per month selling sticker packs, which typically trade for $1-2 for sets of 6-12, according to data from the company. Read More

Source: TechCrunch

Where to watch the live stream for today's Apple WWDC keynote

wwdc16-og Apple is holding a keynote ahead of its annual WWDC developer conference today at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, and the company is planning once again to live stream the event. At 10 AM PT (1 PM in New York, 6 PM in London, 7 PM in Paris), you'll be able to watch the event on all Apple devices. Apple is likely to announce iOS 10 and macOS 12, as well as a brand new Siri with… Read More

Source: TechCrunch

Live from Apple's Keynote at WWDC 2016

live2 Once a year, Apple gathers thousands of developers and journalists to show off all of the secret things the company has been working on for the past many months. Today is that day — and we're there live! Tune in for all the news the second it breaks. Read More

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As mass shootings plague US, survivors mourn lack of change

DENVER (AP) - The deadliest shooting in modern U.S. history has people around the world wondering why mass violence keeps happening in America.

For those who have lived through mass shootings, and for the law enforcement officers trying to prevent them, the answer is self-evident.

"Because we allow it," said ...

Source: www.washingtontimes.com stories: Politics

Closing arguments set in congressman's corruption trial

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Closing arguments are expected Monday in the federal corruption trial of U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah and four co-defendants.

The 11-term Philadelphia Democrat is accused of taking an illegal $1 million campaign loan from a friend to help pay for his failed mayoral bid.

Prosecutors say he also ...

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Insurance firm China Life puts $600M into Didi Chuxing months after backing Uber China

chinese yuan Can't beat 'em, join 'em. That appears to be the motto of China Life, Asia Pacific highest valued insurance firm, after it backed Chinese taxi app Didi Chuxing barely months after investing in its fierce rival Uber China. Read More

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Playing around with a smart rubber duck

Edwin Some things you should probably know about me before we dive in here: I am a full-grown adult. I have health insurance and a 401K. I drink bourbon and to NPR.  I'm wearing a button up shirt right now. I own many fine sweaters. I do not presently have children. If you send me a smart rubber ducky, I'm probably going to play around with it. I'm not made of stone. This is… Read More

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