kris-holt

Kris Holt


Based in Montreal, Kris Holt has been writing about technology and web culture since 2010. He writes for Engadget and Tech News World, and his byline has also appeared in Paste, Salon, International Business Times, Mashable, and elsewhere.

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That Rich Kids of Instagram Tumblr inspired a reality show

As soon as we spot a Kardashian guest star, we’re sawing off the state of California.

On Aug 5, 2013 by Kris Holt

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When no one’s watching, morning TV hosts start fat-shaming

When Karl Stefanovic couldn't think of a smarter way to mock someone's body, he used a 15-year-old movie quote.

On Aug 5, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Someone on Craigslist is trying to sabotage an exotic pet shop

The person behind the threats may be an illegal snapping turtle dealer.

On Aug 5, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Bizarre malware scam plants child porn on corporate servers

The Internet Watch Foundation recieved 227 reports of hidden child abuse images over six weeks.

On Aug 5, 2013 by Kris Holt

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China escalates war on citizen journalism

Critics say it's a government attack on citizen journalism

On Aug 2, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Burger King employee reclines in throne of hamburger buns

He made his bread and now he'll have to lie in it.

On Aug 2, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Hungry cannibal looking for nonviolent way to eat you

When paramedics bite off more than they can chew

On Aug 2, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Watch the highlights from the Curiosity Rover’s first Earth-year on Mars

The only thing live on Mars right now is Curiosity's camera. Maybe.

On Aug 1, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Have you spotted one of this Instagrammer’s 1,000 paper cranes?

An Instagram user is leaving beautiful paper cranes all over the globe. Have you seen one?

On Aug 1, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Netflix yanks “Star Trek” movie to add Klingon subtitles

Come on, Netflix. Don't get your yopwaH in a bunch.

On Aug 1, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Female journalists face bomb and rape threats online

One writer, Grace Dent, had covered the hubbub surrounding a One Direction profile in GQ.

On Aug 1, 2013 by Kris Holt

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The Twitter button meant to stop trolls actually feeds them

Twitter's new "report abuse" button is as much a gift to griefers as it is to victims.

On Jul 31, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Twitter’s transparency can’t extend to secret FISA orders

The U.S. makes more requests for data than other governments combined, according to Twitter's latest transparency report.

On Jul 31, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Instagramming your food makes it taste better, says science

Conducting a small ritual before eating increases the enjoyment of a meal. Does Instagramming it qualify?

On Jul 31, 2013 by Kris Holt

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John Green challenges you to pronounce these 79 words

Interesting that Green picks up where Pronunciation Book left off. Iiiiinteresting.

On Jul 31, 2013 by Kris Holt