Archivo del Autor: Belen De Leon

This fireman's funky home theater kicks butt, literally – CNET

Michael’s exotic man cave contains a 106-inch projection screen, two full racks of gear and beer on tap. And it’s named after the family dog.
Source: CNET

How Russia Hacks Elections in the US and Around the World

A brief history of Russia’s digital meddling in foreign elections shows disturbing progress.
Source: Wired

Review: Cheese Grotto

The Cheese Grotto promises to extend the life of fine cheeses by creating the perfect storage conditions. But in reality, deli wrap just as well.
Source: Wired

Canada Is Using Genetics to Make Cows Less Gassy

Breeding—or someday even genetically engineering—a more efficient cow would make a dent in greenhouse gas emissions.
Source: Wired

Thailand jails man for 35 years for Facebook posts that insulted its royal family

 A man in Thailand has been sentenced to 35 years in prison after he was found guilty of insulting the country’s royal family on Facebook. Identified only as Wichai, he is alleged to have published 10 photos, videos and comments on the social network that violate Thailand’s strict lèse majesté regulations which outlaw criticism of the royal family, according to free speech… Read More

Source: TechCrunch

Robot created to ace Chinese math exams barely beats humans – CNET

They may be unbeatable at Chess and Go, but robots are having trouble nailing university entrance exams.
Source: CNET

Japan passes law legalizing Airbnb and other sharing economy rentals

 There’s good news for Airbnb in Japan where the government has approved legislation that legalizes its service, and others like it, in the country. The law, which was passed by Japan’s upper house on Friday, will allow home-owners to let out their property to paying guests for up to 180 days per year. They are subject to registering with local authorities who, in turn, have license… Read More

Source: TechCrunch

Exclusive giveaway: Win* a prop from the Logan movie! – CNET

Take home the phone case that Hugh Jackman used in the Logan film and the limited edition Blu-ray set. This sweepstakes ends June 25, 2017.
Source: CNET

Weekend Streaming: 'Orange is the New Black' returns for its fifth season – CNET

Find out what else is new to watch this weekend on Netflix, Amazon and Hulu.
Source: CNET

India’s Supr Daily raises $1.5M to expand its milk and grocery delivery service

 Milk deliveries may not sound like an industry in need of disruption, but that’s exactly what one startup in India is working to do. Supr Daily — the company in question — graduated the Y Combinator accelerator program this year and now it has raised $1.5 million from a range of investors to expand its service. The Supr Daily service is designed to bring formality and order… Read More

Source: TechCrunch