These animated creatures might look like they’re straight out of a Pixar movie, but it isn’t long before things take a dark turn. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/this-cute-animated-short-takes-a-dark-turn/
Sounds like a fair match to us… Read more: http://www.wimp.com/two-professional-liverpool-soccer-players-vs-30-kids-under-nine/
While many traditional media companies continue to struggle, business is booming for the social media industry. With millions of users updating statuses, posting photos and sharing articles, these networks have become massive content hubs. But how do you harness the best content and use it to engage the larger user base? How can useful news and information be created — or curated — from these communities? These are questions social networks are now working to answer by hiring editorial teams and, in effect, becoming the publishers of the future. Today we’ll discuss how social networks are evolving their content strategies with Jessica Bennett, editorial director at Tumblr, and Daniel Roth, executive editor at LinkedIn, in a live Q&A on Google+. Tune in at 3 p.m. ET by viewing the video above. Have questions or comments for Jessica and Dan? Join us in the Hangout on Mashable‘s Google+ page or tell us in the comments below. Get Your Tickets to Mashable Media Summit The Mashable Media Summit 2012 will explore the impact that technology is having on media, and how digital media is affecting our lives and changing the world. This one-day conference will bring together the brightest minds in media, including content creators, technology leaders, entrepreneurs, social media executives and journalists. Date: Friday, Nov. 2, 2012 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: The TimesCenter, 242 West 41st Street, New York, NY 10036 Tickets: Purchase tickets on Eventbrite. A Look Back at Last Year’s Mashable Media Summit Mashable Media Summit 2011 Media Summit 2011 The Mashable Media Summit on Nov. 4 at the Times Center in New York City attracted professionals in digital, tech, advertising, sales, marketing, mobile and publishing from all over the world. Media Summit 2011 We had a packed house in attendance for this year’s Media Summit. The Future of Social Media Pete Cashmore, founder and CEO of Mashable, speaks on the future of social media, its current landscape and what trends to expect for 2012. Media Summit 2011 This year’s Media Summit was located at the Times Center in New York City. Social Media Grows Up: The Evolving Role of Social Media in News Organizations Mashable‘s community manager Meghan Peters chats with Katie Rogers, social media manager at The Washington Post; Anthony De Rosa, social media editor at Reuters; and Drake Martinet, social media editor at AllThingsD. Teaching – and Learning From – The Old Grey Lady Brian Stelter, a media reporter and blogger at The New York Times speaks at the Media Summit. The Filter Bubble: How to Fix Content Curation Eli Pariser, author and chairman of the board at MoveOn.org, discusses how human editors and algorithms can work together to get users clicking on content that matters. What Facebook’s New Features Mean For Journalism Adam Ostrow, executive editor and senior vice president of content, Mashable speaks with Vadim Lavrusik, journalist program manager of Facebook, about how the social network’s new features can help journalists. The Evolution of Sports Illustrated Sports Illustrated Group editor, Terry […]
This mom-duck is not going to win any Parent of the Year awards. But, hey — all’s well that ends well, right? The video above hit YouTube Thursday and began making its way around the social web on Friday, although other version have been floating around for a couple weeks. And, yes, the ducklings all make it. Read more: http://mashable.com/2012/09/07/ducklings-cross-highway/
Not that long ago, a frightened puppy was moments away from euthanasia when some kind people rescued him. They named him Yumenosuke. His new owners helped him transform into a brand new animal. He was once a fearful dog who would urinate when he became scared. But now? He is almost unrecognizable. His journey from a fearful puppy to a hero rescue dog is one you need to see. Yumenosuke being picked up at the pound at the 11th hour. PeaceWindsJapan Things did not look good for him at first. PeaceWindsJapan But thanks to the love and training of his owner, he was able to become a hero himself. PeaceWindsJapan Yumenosuke to the rescue! PeaceWindsJapan Does that look like the kind of dog who would wet themselves out of fear? I didn’t think so. PeaceWindsJapan For more on Yumenosuke’s journey from rescued dog to rescue dog, watch this video. (via rocketnews24) What Yumenosuke accomplished is amazing, but it wouldn’t have been possible without his owners. It’s imporant to remember that. Perhaps you can help another person or dog become their own Yumenosuke. Read more: http://viralnova.com/frightened-puppy-turned-rescue-dog/
Dr. Kent Brantly was serving as medical director for the Samaritan’s Purse Ebola Consolidated Case Management Center in Monrovia when he tested positive for Ebola, the organization says.Image: Facebook Samaritan's Purse An American patient who was diagnosed with Ebola and airlifted to the United States for treatment has released his first statement since the ordeal began. Doctor Kent Brantly, an American aid worker from North Carolina, said in a statement Friday he is “growing stronger every day.” He was infected with the Ebola virus while working for U.S. aid group Samaritan’s Purse at a Liberian hospital that treated Ebola patients. Post by Samaritan’s Purse. He released the statement from the isolation unit of Atlanta’s Emory University Hospital where he is being treated. There is no known cure for Ebola, and Brantly is being treated with an experimental serum. Brantly thanked those who have been praying for his recovery, and said his focus remains on following God. The full statement: I am writing this update from my isolation room at Emory University Hospital, where the doctors and nurses are providing the very best care possible. I am growing stronger every day, and I thank God for His mercy as I have wrestled with this terrible disease. I also want to extend my deep and sincere thanks to all of you who have been praying for my recovery as well as for Nancy and for the people of Liberia and West Africa. My wife Amber and I, along with our two children, did not move to Liberia for the specific purpose of fighting Ebola. We went to Liberia because we believe God called us to serve Him at ELWA Hospital. One thing I have learned is that following God often leads us to unexpected places. When Ebola spread into Liberia, my usual hospital work turned more and more toward treating the increasing number of Ebola patients. I held the hands of countless individuals as this terrible disease took their lives away from them. I witnessed the horror first-hand, and I can still remember every face and name. When I started feeling ill on that Wednesday morning, I immediately isolated myself until the test confirmed my diagnosis three days later. When the result was positive, I remember a deep sense of peace that was beyond all understanding. God was reminding me of what He had taught me years ago, that He will give me everything I need to be faithful to Him. Now it is two weeks later, and I am in a totally different setting. My focus, however, remains the same – to follow God. As you continue to pray for Nancy and me, yes, please pray for our recovery. More importantly, pray that we would be faithful to God’s call on our lives in these new circumstances. BONUS: The Ebola Outbreak: What You Need to Know window._msla=window.loadScriptAsync||function(src,id){if(document.getElementById(id))return;var js=document.createElement(‘script’);js.id=id;js.src=src;document.getElementsByTagName(‘script’)[0].parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}; _msla(“//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#appId=116628718381794&xfbml=1&status=1&cookie=1″,”facebook_jssdk”); Read more: http://mashable.com/2014/08/08/american-ebola-patient/
This little duckling thinks this man is its “mama,” and it will stop at nothing to be by his side. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/duckling-races-to-keep-up-with-its-new-mama/
It’s a tough sport, but somebody’s gotta do it. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/cross-country-snowboarding/
If there’s one thing that many of us avoid for as long as we can when it comes to laundry, it’s washing and putting the duvet cover back on the comforter. By yourself, it takes forever. As a team, it still requires a ton of effort. There must be an easier way, right? Well, it turns out there is. Simply follow these incredibly easy steps and you can do it by yourself in no time! Didn’t we tell you? Simple, easy, and effective. Now you can wash your duvet cover a little more often (like more than once every two years) without stressing about putting it back on! Read more: http://www.viralnova.com/comforter/
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, meaning turkey, football and one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. To make sure your holiday stays focused on family, friends and food and less on airport delays, traffic jams and missed exists, we’ve rounded up seven essential tech travel tools to ease your holiday plans this year. All you have to do now is sit back, enjoy your time with loved ones and be thankful. 1. Waze Unless you want to get caught in bumper-to-bumper highway traffic this Thanksgiving, make sure you’ve downloaded Waze onto your iPhone or Android. It’s no surprise Waze is the fastest-growing traffic and navigation app, because it shares road information and updated traffic updates. Waze lets you know when you’re approaching police, accidents, traffic jams or road blocks so you’ll know to reroute before it’s too late. You’ll save time and gas money with this handy app by your side. 2. Vonage Mobile Vonage Mobile is a new calling app that lets you make free calls from your iPhone or Android smartphone. Holidays, for many of us, mean lots of time to catch up with loved ones — even the ones you can’t see in person. This app ensures you won’t go over minutes, because it lets you call for free. If your friends or family are out of the country, Vonage Mobile offers lower rates than Skype for international calling — even if they haven’t downloaded the app. Just select to call “someone who doesn’t yet have Vonage Mobile.” 3. TomTom VIA 1605 TM If you prefer to stick to a traditional GPS device rather than a smartphone app, be sure to consider TomTom’s latest, the VIA 1605 TM. If you think your smartphone is too small, you’ll surely prefer this device, which has an extra-large six-inch screen, bigger buttons and menus and a vibrant display. Planning a long road trip for the holiday? Try out different navigation voices to add some entertainment, including Homer Simpson, James Bond or Han Solo. You may also choose the most fuel-efficient routes to save gas money and minimize your damage to the planet. The TomTom VIA 1605 sells for $299.95, so it could also be a nice holiday gift for someone special on your list. 4. Connectify Don’t be stifled by a slow Wi-Fi connection on the road — use the Connectify router for Windows computers, which speeds your Internet by connecting to multiple networks at once. The software router uses your PC’s built in Wi-Fi card to create a hotspot you and nearby friends can use. Connectify is a great tool for people trying to get work done remotely, stream movies from a relative’s sub-par network or upload a big batch of holiday photos. Mobile fans can upgrade to Connectify Hotspot PRO to share their phone or tablet’s 3G or 4G connection with all other devices. The Pro option sells for $29.99 for one year or $49.99 for a lifetime package. 5. GasBuddy The holidays are enough […]