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GitHub is down again
The article reports on an incident that caused a widespread outage of GitHub services, affecting users globally. The incident was caused by a network configuration change, which the GitHub team worked quickly to identify and resolve to restore normal service.
Converting a $3.88 analog clock from Walmart into a ESP8266-based Wi-Fi clock
This article describes the development of a WiFi-enabled analog clock using an ESP8266 microcontroller. The clock can display the current time on a 12-hour analog interface and can be set remotely through a web interface.
Why is the sky blue?
The article explains the scientific reason behind the sky's blue color, which is caused by the scattering of sunlight by air molecules, a phenomenon known as Rayleigh scattering. It discusses how this process leads to the predominance of blue wavelengths in the sky's appearance.
UEFI Bindings for JavaScript
Promethee is an open-source, self-hosted task management and communication platform that aims to provide a secure and decentralized alternative to popular cloud-based solutions. It offers features such as task management, team collaboration, and encrypted messaging.
AI Doesn't Reduce Work–It Intensifies It
This article argues that the widespread adoption of AI technology in the workplace has not reduced the overall amount of work, but rather has intensified it. It examines how AI has altered job responsibilities, increased performance demands, and created new types of labor-intensive tasks for workers.
Another GitHub outage in the same day
GitHub experienced a major service disruption, leading to widespread outages and degraded performance for its platform. The incident was caused by a significant network incident, and GitHub worked to restore services as quickly as possible.
Hard-braking events as indicators of road segment crash risk
The article explores using hard braking events as indicators of road segment crash risk. It presents a data-driven approach to identify high-risk road segments by analyzing vehicle braking patterns, which can help inform infrastructure improvements and safety interventions.
Sleeper Shells: Attackers Are Planting Dormant Backdoors in Ivanti EPMM
The article discusses the discovery of a vulnerability in Ivanti Endpoint Manager (formerly MobileIron) that allows attackers to plant 'sleeper shells' - persistent backdoors that can be activated at a later time. The vulnerability, which was patched by the vendor, highlights the importance of keeping enterprise software up-to-date to mitigate potential security risks.
Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai gets 20 years' jail
The article discusses the growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States, highlighting their increased adoption, declining battery costs, and the impact of government policies on the EV market.
From watchdogs to mouthpieces: Washington Post and the wreckage of legacy media
The article discusses the ongoing tension between Jeff Bezos, the owner of The Washington Post, and former U.S. President Donald Trump. It examines the complex relationship between the two figures and how it has impacted the media landscape.
Long-Sought Proof Tames Some of Math's Unruliest Equations
Researchers have found a new way to tame some of the most complex and unruly equations in mathematics, known as the Navier-Stokes equations, which describe the motion of fluids. This breakthrough could lead to advancements in fields like weather forecasting, fluid dynamics, and the study of turbulence.
Eddie Bauer, venerable outdoor apparel retailer, declares bankruptcy
Eddie Bauer, the iconic outdoor apparel brand, has filed for bankruptcy after facing ongoing financial struggles. The company plans to restructure and emerge from bankruptcy as a private entity, focusing on its core outdoor and lifestyle products.
Ice Kid Prisons
The article explores the experiences of children detained at the Dilley immigration detention center in Texas, highlighting the harsh conditions, lack of adequate medical care, and the profound impact of prolonged detention on their mental and physical well-being.
AirPods Pro 4 Could Feature Cameras to 'See Around You'
The article discusses rumors that the next generation of AirPods Pro could feature built-in cameras to provide users with a more immersive augmented reality experience, as Apple continues to explore new technologies for its wireless earbuds.
Super Bowl Ad for Ring Cameras Touted AI Surveillance Network
The article discusses a controversial Super Bowl advertisement for Ring cameras, which promoted the company's AI-powered surveillance network. The ad raised concerns about the expansion of private surveillance and its potential impact on privacy and civil liberties.
Discord Launches Teen-by-Default Settings Globally
Discord has launched 'Teen by Default' settings globally, which automatically apply privacy and safety features to accounts for users under the age of 18. These settings are designed to create a safer online experience for younger users on the platform.
This Whistle Fights Fascists
The article discusses the creation and use of 3D-printed whistles by activists in Minneapolis and Chicago to alert immigrants to the presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The whistles were designed to help immigrants stay informed and avoid potential detainment or deportation.
We Forked Supabase Because Self-Hosted Postgres Is Broken
Vela is an open-source, self-hosted CI/CD platform that provides a simple, scalable, and secure way to automate the building, testing, and deployment of applications. It offers a modern user interface, supports multiple SCM providers, and can be deployed on-premises or in the cloud.
Show HN: Open source setup to self-host OpenClaw instances on any host
The article provides a guide for setting up the OpenClaw Host Kit, an open-source software platform that enables the creation of custom smart home automation and IoT applications. It covers the installation process, configuration options, and the capabilities of the platform.