News
03/21/15
Python Apocalypse Imminent: Giant Snakes Wipe Out 99% of Some Animal Populations, Humanity Likely Next
By Andrew Whalen
While even the most dire warnings for global warming won’t fully rid America of Florida, the explosion in the burmese python population may ensure that the state is soon uninhabitable. Despite all of the post-apocalyptic shows, movies, and Y.A. novels, it seems that our dooms may be sealed by an entirely unexpected and outlandish invasion of giant killer snakes.
News
03/09/15
Florida Governor Rick Scott Bans Climate Change Science, Here’s the Devastation Bad Global Warming Policy Could Wreak
By Andrew Whalen
Sure, Rick Scott's decision to ban the terms "global warming" and "climate change" is asinine political optics. But the damage to Florida's capacity to shape policy will be the real legacy. Here's all the awesome science Florida is going to miss out on.

Features
Google DeepMind Atari Demo Is Impressive But AI Doesn't Scare DARPA Roboticist
iDigitalTimes spoke with a DARPA roboticist about artificial intelligence and the state of robotics. Meanwhile Google and its DeepMind AI company have demonstrated an artificial intelligence capable of destroying human gamers. Could the hype surrounding artificial intelligence be overblown? Let's take a closer look at what's going on in AI.
By Andrew Whalen 03/03/15
News
Israel Defense Forces Training Against Alien Invasion with UFO Threat Drills Designed to Bolster Cyber-Attack Capabilities
New drills by the Israel Defense Forces have a unique premise: alien invasion. Sending their hacker units against fictional UFO threats is just the latest step in Israel's efforts to beef up cyber-defense and cyber-attack capabilities.
By Andrew Whalen 02/25/15
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UFO Crash in Canada: Where Have all the Good Hoaxes Gone?
A dramatic crash into Lake Winnipeg has UFO enthusiasts convinced a government cover-up is afoot. The evidence would suggest otherwise. But where are the good hoaxes? Has the UFO community lost its hucksters?
By Andrew Whalen 02/23/15
Guides
How To Make A Gif From A YouTube Video: 5 Cool Tools For Easy Animated Picture Making
Want to make an animated GIF from YouTube videos or other sources? Check out our awesome list of easy to use animated picture makers here.
By Cammy Harbison 02/16/15
News
"Jet Fuel Can't Melt Steel Beams" Meme: How Recycling Gamergate Jokes to Ridicule 9/11 Truthers Took Off
A new meme recycles the Gamergate "Actually, it's about ethics in game journalism" for another deserving target. This time? 9/11 Truthers.
By Andrew Whalen 02/04/15
News
'Star Wars 7' Trailer 2 Will Front 'The Avengers: Age of Ultron'
Rumor has it that the new "Star Wars: Episode 7 The Force Awakens" teaser trailer will premiere in front of "The Avengers: Age of Ultron." Here's what to expect.
By Andrew Whalen 01/15/15
News
'Star Wars Rebels' Characters Joined by Lando Calrissian in New Episode, but What About Lobot?
"Star Wars Rebels" introduces a beloved old face in the next episode, as Lando Calrissian guests. Here's what we know about the Lando Calrissian episode of "Star Wars Rebels."
By Andrew Whalen 01/12/15
News
Sony Hack 2014: “The Interview” Stars Seth Rogen and James Franco Are Wrong About Reporting on Stolen Data
Everyone should go see "The Interview," even if Seth Rogen and James Franco are wrong about reporting on the Sony hack. Here's why.
By Andrew Whalen 12/17/14
News
Gifts for Serial Killers: A 2014 Gift Guide for Those "Maybe a Secret Murderer" Men in Your Life
Have any potential serial killers in your life? Check out our gift guide for the gift that will keep them from coming after you! With a men's lifestyle market focused more and more on violent masculine tropes, shopping for a serial killer is easier than ever!
By Andrew Whalen 12/10/14
News
Sony Hack 'Unparalleled' Says Mandiant Founder, But Security Community Proves He's Full Of Shit
Mandiant's founder has called the Sony Pictures hack "unparalleled" and something no one could have planned for, but the security community disagrees.
By Cammy Harbison 12/09/14
News
'Star Wars' Comics Marvel #1: Disney and Marvel Are Putting the Focus Back On Luke Skywalker in a Big Way
"Star Wars" #1 is coming from Marvel. It will track the adventures of Luke, Leia, Han, Chewbacca, and the droids in the days between the explosion of the Death Star and the Battle of Hoth. It also heralds a renewed interest in Luke Skywalker. Expect to see a lot more Luke between now and the release of "Star Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens" in Dec. of 2015.
By Andrew Whalen 11/21/14
Reviews
Hugo Awards 2015 Winner 'Three-Body Problem' Book Review: Tor Trilogy Will Forever Change How You Look At Aliens
"The Three-Body Problem" introduces American readers to Chinese phenom Liu Cixin. Detailing humanity's first contact with aliens and the conflict that will inevitably follow, "The Three-Body Problem" is full of fresh visions of a very different future. Plus, "The Three-Body Problem" is just the opening book in a trilogy that will change the way science fiction fans look at aliens forever.
By Andrew Whalen 11/13/14
News
George R.R. Martin Interview: 'Game of Thrones' Author GRRM is Right About Guillotines
What can the author of Game of Thrones, George R.R. Martin (GRRM), teach us about public policy regarding the death penalty in the United States? Quite a lot, as it turns out. Here's George R.R. Martin on why we should switch from lethal injection to guillotines (or, preferably, get rid of the death penalty entirely).
By Andrew Whalen 11/04/14
News
UFO News 2014 Youtube Documentary: Is Anyone Fooled By Boyd Bushman's Area 51 Deathbed Confession?
Why does no one believe in the humble alien UFO anymore? A new video of a supposed Area 51 "scientist" has the Internet abuzz, but has been meant by a collective shrug from the usually foaming skeptic crowd. As conspiracy theories have grown stranger and stranger, the UFO has largely been left behind except for all but the diehard.
By Andrew Whalen 10/31/14
News
Christopher Nolan Net Worth: 'Interstellar' Movie Director Should Be Taxed More
'Interstellar' is going to make a ton of money and Christopher Nolan gets to take home 10%. We should tax it at 90%. It's not about Christopher Nolan, it's about everyone.
By Andrew Whalen 10/31/14
News
Ebola Virus Outbreak 2014: Marijuana Ebola Cure Claims Are Early Warning of Big Weed Future
Medical marijuana may have many uses, but could it cure Ebola? No, of course not. But at least one major marijuana company wants you to believe that marijuana could be instrumental in fighting the Ebola virus outbreak and the weed press has been eating it up. It's time for us to be more skeptical of marijuana companies, especially as they begin to emulate big corporations in the wake of legalization.
By Andrew Whalen 10/20/14
News
4Chan Ebola Virus Outbreak Meme Ebola-Chan Is Not Spreading the Disease: They're Obnoxious Teens, Not Supervillains
4Chan loves headlines suggesting that Ebola Chan is spreading panic and uncertainty in Africa. Too bad it's not true. They're obnoxious teens, not supervillains.
By Andrew Whalen 09/23/14
News
The Surge Soda Review I Couldn't Finish Because 12 Cans In 12 Hours Is A Dumb Thing To Do
Seriously, why did I do this again?
By Bob Fekete 09/22/14
News
911 Truth Videos: Evidence of Truther Worldview, Not WTC 7 Conspiracy
Looking for 911 Truth Videos? You know, the kind that proves that controlled demolition brought down the towers to fulfill Mossad's Illuminati plan? These are the guys that make those videos. Here's what they've been watching.
By Andrew Whalen 09/09/14

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