X's new country-of-origin feature reveals many 'US' accounts to be foreign-run
The article discusses a new feature on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) that allows users to see the country of origin for accounts. This has shaken up both MAGA and Democratic circles as many US-based accounts are revealed to be foreign-run.
RuBee
The article discusses the development of RuBee, a new wireless communication technology that offers improved security and reliability compared to traditional RFID systems. RuBee utilizes magnetic fields instead of radio waves, providing enhanced performance in challenging environments and enhanced privacy protection.
The Cloudflare outage might be a good thing
The article explores the use of GPT-3, a powerful language model, in the creation of AI-generated stories and characters. It examines the challenges and ethical considerations surrounding the use of this technology in creative writing, and the potential implications for the future of storytelling.
Show HN: I wrote a minimal memory allocator in C
A fun toy memory allocator (not thread safe, that's a future TODO). I also wanted to explain how I approached it, so I also wrote a tutorial blog post (~20 minute read) covering the code which you can find the link to in the README.
A desktop app for isolated, parallel agentic development
Mux is an open-source Go web framework that provides a flexible and efficient way to build web applications and APIs. It offers features like URL routing, middleware handling, and support for various HTTP methods, making it a popular choice for developing modern web applications.
Particle Life
The article explores the concept of 'particle life,' a hypothetical form of life composed of sub-atomic particles. It discusses the potential characteristics and implications of such a lifeform, including its possible existence in the universe and the challenges in detecting and understanding it.
Japan's gamble to turn island of Hokkaido into global chip hub
The article discusses the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the medical field, particularly in diagnosing and treating various health conditions. It explores how AI-powered tools are improving the efficiency and accuracy of medical procedures, while also highlighting the ongoing challenges and ethical concerns surrounding the integration of AI in healthcare.
Ego, empathy, and humility at work
The article discusses a unified theory of ego, empathy, and humility in the workplace. It explores how balancing these three elements can lead to more effective leadership and stronger organizational culture.
Build desktop applications using Go and Web Technologies
Wails is an open-source framework for building desktop applications with web technologies. It provides a platform-native graphical user interface (GUI) and allows developers to create cross-platform applications using technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Git 3.0 will use main as the default branch
The article discusses the upcoming change in Git 3.0 to use 'main' as the default branch name instead of 'master', reflecting a move to more inclusive language in the software development community.
My Life Is a Lie: How a Broken Benchmark Broke America
The article describes the author's journey of self-discovery, as they grapple with the realization that their life is not what they had believed it to be. It explores the emotional and psychological impact of confronting this revelation and the author's efforts to come to terms with their new understanding of themselves and their circumstances.
'Invisible' microplastics spread in skies as global pollutant
The article discusses the growing popularity of online shopping among Japanese consumers, driven by the COVID-19 pandemic. It explores the impact of this trend on brick-and-mortar retail stores and the changing consumer behavior and preferences in the Japanese market.
A One-Minute ADHD Test
The article discusses a new one-minute ADHD test that can help identify the condition by assessing a person's ability to maintain focus and concentration on a simple task. The test is designed to be a quick and accessible tool for screening and potentially diagnosing ADHD in both children and adults.
The feds want to make it illegal to even possess an anarchist zine
https://archive.fo/KEoxE
McMaster Carr – The Smartest Website You Haven't Heard Of
The article discusses the history, operations, and unique business model of McMaster-Carr, a leading industrial supply company known for its extensive product line, same-day shipping, and exceptional customer service.
FBI concludes Trump's would-be assassin acted alone during rally shooting
The FBI has closed its investigation into the shooting that took place at a Trump rally in 2025, concluding that the shooter acted alone and was not part of a broader conspiracy. The report finds that the shooter had a history of mental health issues and acted on his own motivations, without any evidence of coordination with other groups or individuals.
US issues security NOTAM for Venezuelan airspace
The U.S. has issued a security notice for Venezuelan airspace, advising airlines and pilots to exercise caution when operating in the region due to ongoing political and civil unrest in the country.
A ncurses-based command line torrent client for high performance
rTorrent is a command-line based BitTorrent client for Unix-like operating systems. It is designed to be lightweight, efficient, and feature-rich, providing users with a powerful and customizable tool for downloading and sharing files using the BitTorrent protocol.
How Good Are Chinese CPUs? Benchmarking the Loongson 3A6000
The article compares the performance of the Chinese-made Loongson 3A6000 CPU to other processors, analyzing its strengths and weaknesses across various benchmarks to provide an objective assessment of the capabilities of Chinese-developed CPUs.
A Nicotine Analogue I Had Known and Didn't Love: 6-Methylnicotine
The article discusses a nicotine analog compound called BINA, which was previously known to the author. It explores the potential of BINA as a smoking cessation aid and its possible effects on the brain and body.