FAA closes airspace around El Paso, Texas, for 10 days, grounding all flights
The FAA temporarily closed airspace around El Paso, Texas due to an unspecified 'national security' incident. The closure affected flights and air traffic in the area, though the reason for the closure has not been publicly disclosed.
Chrome extensions spying on users' browsing data
A research study analyzed 287 popular Chrome extensions, revealing that a significant number contained code that could potentially spy on users' online activities, including accessing sensitive data and sending it to external servers without user consent.
Communities Are Not Fungible
The article discusses the importance of building meaningful communities, emphasizing that communities are not interchangeable or fungible. It highlights the value of fostering unique, diverse, and authentic communities rather than treating them as easily replaceable assets.
A Cosmic Miracle: A Remarkably Luminous Galaxy at z=14.44 Confirmed with JWST
The article reports the confirmation of a remarkably luminous galaxy at a redshift of z = 14.44 using data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), making it one of the most distant galaxies observed to date, providing insights into the early universe.
Do not apologize for replying late to my email
The article discusses the importance of not apologizing for responding to emails, as it can undermine one's confidence and professionalism. It emphasizes the need to communicate effectively and confidently without unnecessary apologies or self-deprecation.
Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish (2005)
The article is a commencement speech delivered by Steve Jobs at Stanford University in 2005. In the speech, Jobs shares his personal experiences and encourages the graduates to embrace the principles of 'staying hungry' and 'staying foolish' to lead a fulfilling life.
A simpler way to remove explicit images from Search
Google announces a new feature that allows users to request the removal of explicit images from search results, empowering individuals to control their online presence and protect their privacy.
Tech workers are frustrated by their companies silence about ICE
The article discusses the growing resistance among tech workers against their companies' involvement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). It highlights the efforts of tech employees to pressure their employers to cut ties with ICE and the broader debate surrounding the ethical responsibilities of tech companies and their employees.
Show HN: Claudit – Claude Code Conversations as Git Notes, Automatically
Uses agent and Git Hooks to automatically create Git Notes on commit, containing the agent conversation that led to that commit. Works if either you or the agent commit.
It's basically the same thing as entire.io just announced that they got $60m investment for. Except I got Claude Code to write it last week, in my spare time, without really paying attention. I certainly didn't read or write any of the code, except for one rubbish joke in the README.
I've got a Claude Code instance working on Gemini CLI support and OpenCode support currently.
Deploying Rust to Production Checklist
This article provides a comprehensive checklist for deploying Rust applications in production, covering essential aspects such as error handling, monitoring, security, and more. It offers practical guidance to ensure Rust projects are reliable, scalable, and secure when running in a production environment.
Building a semantic search engine in ±250 lines of Python
This article details the construction of a semantic search engine in just 250 lines of Python code. It covers the implementation of a text processing pipeline, vector embedding, and a search engine that can find relevant documents based on user queries.
5,300-year-old 'bow drill' rewrites story of ancient Egyptian tools
Researchers have discovered an ancient Egyptian drill bit made from copper and wood, providing insights into the tool-making capabilities of ancient Egyptians. The drill bit, found in an archaeological site in Egypt, dates back to around 3,700 years ago and sheds light on the technological advancements of the ancient civilization.
We all live in Jeffrey Epstein's world
The article explores how the legacy of Jeffrey Epstein's alleged sex trafficking and abuse has permeated various aspects of society, including the media, politics, and the legal system, highlighting the broader societal issues underlying his case.
European nations gear up to ban social media for children
European countries are considering banning or restricting social media access for children, citing concerns over the negative mental health impacts of platforms like Instagram and TikTok, which have been linked to increased anxiety and depression among young users.
Why capital is fleeing Tech for the Tangible Economy
The article discusses the 'great rotation' in the financial markets, where capital is fleeing from growth and technology stocks and moving towards value and cyclical sectors. This shift is driven by rising interest rates, high inflation, and expectations of a potential economic slowdown.
The painful scene that makes Taxi Driver a classic
The article examines the iconic 'You talkin' to me?' scene from the film 'Taxi Driver', discussing how it became a defining moment in cinema and a testament to the acting prowess of Robert De Niro, who portrayed the troubled Travis Bickle.
Show HN: Payment SKILL for Your Agent
The article describes a payment skill for the Alexa voice assistant, which allows users to make online purchases and payments using voice commands. The payment skill integrates with popular payment gateways and provides a secure and convenient way for users to complete transactions through their Alexa-enabled devices.
Archive.today: Operator uses users for DDoS attack
The article discusses an incident where an archive service operator used its users' computers to carry out a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack against another website, highlighting the potential risks of web services abusing user resources for malicious purposes.
Ship Types, Not Docs
ShipTypes.com is a comprehensive website that provides detailed information about various types of ships, including their design, construction, and applications. The site covers a wide range of ship categories, from cargo vessels and tankers to passenger ships and specialized marine vessels, offering a valuable resource for those interested in the maritime industry.
I built Fluxer, a Discord-like chat app
The article describes the process of building Fluxer, a Discord-like chat application. It covers the key technologies and architectural decisions involved in developing the web-based platform, including the use of WebSockets for real-time communication and a React-based frontend.