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Japanese Government Tests Fingerprints As “Currency”

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Starting this summer, the government will test a system in which foreign tourists will be able to verify their identities and buy things at stores using only their fingerprints. The government hopes to increase the number of foreign tourists by using the system to prevent crime and relieve users from the necessity of carrying cash or credit cards. It aims to realize the system by the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games. The experiment will have inbound tourists register their fingerprints and other data, such as credit card information, at airports and elsewhere. Full Story at Joe.My.God

First Film Trailer for ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY

Rogue One

The first trailer for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is out and all I can say is: it’s about time. As the numerous novels have proved, Star Wars offers a rich universe that offers a wellspring of ideas on which to base other stories. The animated series was a great start, but I really wanted to see a live-action film or series that echoes the wonder of the films. This first trailer looks very promising. Plus: Forest Whitaker and At-AT Walkers! Full Story at SF Signal

Ryan Reynolds Signs On For ‘Deadpool 2’

Deadpool

Ryan Reynolds has signed on to play the pansexual superhero Deadpool once again, reports Heroic Hollywood. Reynolds was in talks to increase his earnings after making $2 million for the first film. “Deadpool” ended up raking in $754 million at the box office making it the most successful film in the X-Men franchise. It also earned the title of highest grossing R-rated movie of all time. According to Heroic Hollywood, details on the new contract have not been released but Reynolds would make more money. By Mariah Cooper – Full Story at The Washington Blade

The 2016 Queer Sci Fi Flash Fiction Contest is Here!

Hi all, We have some big news today. We’re launching the third annual flash fiction contest on QueerSciFi.com. Last year’s contest was a great success, with 115 entries across the LGBTIQA and speculative fiction spectrums. This year promises to be even better. Like last year, we are partnering with Mischief Corner Books to create an eBook with all the entries that we will then sell on Amazon, ARe, etc, on the site and at cons to help fund the growth of the Queer Sci Fi empire. :) There will be cash prizes for the top three entries, along with a … Read more

New Trailer for Electra Woman and Dyna Girl Movie

Electra Woman & Dyna Girl

A smart, witty and fresh twist on the cult-classic television series from Sid & Marty Krofft, Legendary Digital Studios’ all-new feature-length superhero action comedy ELECTRA WOMAN & DYNA GIRL stars Grace Helbig (“The Grace Helbig Show”) and Hannah Hart (“My Drunk Kitchen”) and debuts on all major digital platforms June 7. From SF Signal

Eyeball Tattoos? Seriously? Seriously Creepy

Just when we were getting over Alex Minsky‘s butt tattoos, an episode of the U.K. documentary series Bodyshockers features a guy who got his eyeballs tattooed because he’s going for that whole alien look. Last week’s episode featured Cristian, a 27-year-old Italian model who’s working to cover his entire body in tattoos to look unique: “I want to look like alien, or look like from another planet. For me, the look is very important. Some people go to the gym or get a haircut to look good. For me, a tattoo is the same. I want to cover my body … Read more