Facebook is disabling messaging in its mobile web app to push people to Messenger

 Facebook is removing the messaging capability from its mobile web application, according to a notice being served to users: “Your conversations are moving to Messenger,” it reads. Welcome news to the millions like me who switched to the web app in order to avoid Messenger in the first place! Read More from TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1U0pFUZFiled under: […]

Reports of ‘grave condition’ prompt outpouring of support for Muhammad Ali

Muhammad Ali is reportedly in “very, very grave” condition after being hospitalized earlier this week with a respiratory issue.  The 74-year-old boxing legend and American cultural icon’s status sent ripples across the sports world Friday afternoon, with fans, media members and fellow athletes alike expressing worry and well-wishes.  SEE ALSO: NFL star Patrick Willis is […]

Oil train’s derailment sparks massive fire

PORTLAND, Ore. — A train towing cars full of oil derailed Friday in Oregon’s scenic Columbia River Gorge, sparking a fire that sent a plume of black smoke high into the sky and leading to evacuations. The accident happened around noon near the town of Mosier, about 70 miles east of Portland. Eleven rail cars […]

Are buyouts the new IPOs?

 Buyouts may replace IPOs as the exit of choice for tech companies in the coming months. This comes as the number of startups unable to exit into a frozen market continues to grow. With only two tech IPOs so far in 2016 and poor market returns for the majority of those already public, companies are turning elsewhere to cash in […]

VOEZ is an addictive anime-themed rhythm game

 VOEZ is a new game out of Taiwan that is climbing the app gaming charts. It is part Rock Band, part DDR, but in a karaoke-esque setting. Put simply, VOEZ is an anime-themed rhythm game. You need to tap, hold and swipe as colorful commands fall to the target line. There are only a few […]

The tech bracelet that knows when you’re happy or stressed

http://ift.tt/1t7dOfj Zenta is not just a fitness tracker. This wearable keeps track of your emotions in an effort to help promote overall well-being, not just physical fitness. The product is currently seeking funding on Indiegogo. Read more… More about Gadgets, Fitness, Tech, Wellness, and Wearable Tech from Mashable http://ift.tt/1t7dDkbFiled under: U Tagged: mashable

Woman who taped her dog’s mouth shut found guilty of animal cruelty

A woman who taped her dog’s mouth shut was found guilty of animal cruelty Friday, ABC 11 reports.  The woman, Katharine Lemansky, posted the photo to Facebook in November with the caption, “This is what happens when you dont shut up!!!”  The post immediately received backlash from animal lovers and activists on social media. (Lemansky went by […]

Hey, I’m John, a new summer writing intern at TechCrunch

 Hi, I’m John and I am super pumped to be TechCrunch’s new summer writing intern. As a venture-capital obsessed Michigan Wolverine, I’m thrilled to be thawing out in the startup mecca of SOMA, San Francisco. Read More from TechCrunch http://ift.tt/1XX70fhFiled under: U Tagged: TechCrunch

Channing Tatum attends Harvard Business School, intelligence gets even sexier

In case Channing Tatum‘s impressive acting, dancing and stripping skills were somehow not sexy enough for you, he’s now also attending an Ivy League university. On Thursday, Tatum and fellow hunks, LL Cool J, Chris Paul and Pau Gasol attended Harvard Business School’s Executive Education Program. SEE ALSO: ‘Magic Mike’ is being turned into a Vegas show […]

German graduation ball invitation recreates ‘Game of Thrones’ intro

Ideally, a graduation ball involves no one dying. According to redditor Checkheck, this customized Game of Thrones intro was created by a fellow classmate as a video invitation to their university’s graduation ball in Bayreuth, Germany.  No one hold the door for anyone.  Several Bayreuth landmarks were included in the post for reference.  Dude’s spot-on Nickelodeon impressions will […]

These glamorous chickens are bringing back ’80s chic

It’s 2016, but ’80s glamour is alive and well — just ask these stylish chickens.  They’re the stars of photographer Dan Bannino’s latest project, “Chic Chicks,” which spotlights the bodacious Paduan chickens of Padua, Italy. SEE ALSO: Photographer stunningly transforms shelter dogs into famous writers Image: dan bannino After coming across photos of the chickens […]