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DiceDB
rainhacker about 4 hours ago

DiceDB

DiceDB is an online platform that allows users to discover, discuss, and buy tabletop role-playing game dice. The website provides a comprehensive database of dice, user reviews, and a community forum for dice enthusiasts.

dicedb.io
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Male octopus injects female with venom during sex to avoid being eaten
delichon about 5 hours ago

Male octopus injects female with venom during sex to avoid being eaten

Male octopuses inject females with venom during mating to avoid being consumed, as female octopuses are known to sometimes eat their mates after sex. This behavior allows the male to mate and escape unharmed.

newscientist.com
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Raytracing on Intel's Arc B580 – By Chester Lam
rbanffy about 7 hours ago

Raytracing on Intel's Arc B580 – By Chester Lam

The article explores the performance of Intel's Arc B580 GPU in ray tracing, a computationally intensive graphics technique. It provides benchmark results and insights on the Arc B580's capabilities in ray tracing tasks compared to other graphics solutions.

chipsandcheese.com
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Styling an HTML dialog modal to take the full height of the viewport
maxloh about 7 hours ago

Styling an HTML dialog modal to take the full height of the viewport

This article discusses a CSS solution to make a dialog box or modal window take up the full height of the viewport, even when the content inside is shorter than the screen. The key is to use the CSS property `height: 100vh` along with `display: flex` and `flex-direction: column` to ensure the dialog content fills the available space.

til.simonwillison.net
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"Wait, not like that": Free and open access in the age of generative AI
thinkingemote about 1 hour ago

"Wait, not like that": Free and open access in the age of generative AI

The article discusses the implications of generative AI models, such as ChatGPT, on the future of free and open access to information. It explores the potential benefits and challenges of these technologies and their impact on research, education, and public discourse.

citationneeded.news
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Amiga 600: From the Amiga No One Wanted to Retro Favorite
rbanffy about 1 hour ago

Amiga 600: From the Amiga No One Wanted to Retro Favorite

The article discusses the Amiga 600, a personal computer released in 1992 that failed to gain widespread popularity. It examines the technical specifications, marketing strategies, and factors that contributed to the Amiga 600's lack of success in the market.

dfarq.homeip.net
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Undergraduate Upends a 40-Year-Old Data Science Conjecture
thefreeman about 7 hours ago

Undergraduate Upends a 40-Year-Old Data Science Conjecture

An undergraduate student challenges a long-standing data science conjecture by proposing a new algorithm that can solve certain optimization problems more efficiently, potentially leading to advancements in fields like machine learning and computer science.

wired.com
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Show HN: I Built a Customer Feedback Tool
xRxphael about 4 hours ago

Show HN: I Built a Customer Feedback Tool

Hey HN,

I've been making products for almost a year now. I always started projects and stopped after 2 weeks because I lost motivation. But this time, I’m determined to release it – even if it’s not perfect yet!

Let me introduce Feedlyst: a customer feedback tool where you can create boards, let customers submit & upvote feedback, and turn ideas into action.

I hope this tool will be helpful for you! Would love your feedback!

Raphael

usefeedlyst.com
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The Five-Week Solo Startup
surprisetalk about 6 hours ago

The Five-Week Solo Startup

The article examines how the internet has transformed the way we consume and interact with media, leading to the rise of user-generated content, social media platforms, and the democratization of information sharing. It explores the potential benefits and challenges of this new digital landscape.

taylor.town
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Abuse of power at Germany's elite research institution [video]
Koaisu about 1 hour ago

Abuse of power at Germany's elite research institution [video]

The article examines allegations of abuse of power and misconduct at the prestigious Max Planck Institute in Germany, where elite scientists have been accused of creating a culture of fear and intimidation towards junior researchers.

dw.com
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For Delivery Workers in Latin America, Affordable E-Bikes Are a Superpower
PaulHoule about 4 hours ago

For Delivery Workers in Latin America, Affordable E-Bikes Are a Superpower

The article explores the growing popularity of e-bikes among delivery workers, who are finding them to be a cost-effective and efficient transportation option that improves their working conditions and reduces their environmental impact.

reasonstobecheerful.world
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Here’s how many billions Elon Musk’s companies are making from U.S. taxpayers
zfg about 9 hours ago

Here’s how many billions Elon Musk’s companies are making from U.S. taxpayers

The article examines the relationship between Elon Musk's companies, including SpaceX and Tesla, and the U.S. government, highlighting their reliance on government contracts and subsidies while Musk himself avoids personal income taxes.

independent.co.uk
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A powerful free and open source WAF – UUSEC WAF
uusec about 7 hours ago

A powerful free and open source WAF – UUSEC WAF

uuWAF is an open-source web application firewall (WAF) that provides comprehensive protection against a wide range of web-based attacks, including SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks.

github.com
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Starlink seems to be getting preferential treatment by the Trump administration
throw0101d about 3 hours ago

Starlink seems to be getting preferential treatment by the Trump administration

The article discusses Elon Musk's ventures, including Tesla, Dogecoin, and Starlink, and his relationship with former US President Donald Trump. It examines Musk's unique position in the tech industry and his influence on various sectors and markets.

vox.com
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Trump admin deports migrants even as judge orders removals stopped
zzzeek about 1 hour ago

Trump admin deports migrants even as judge orders removals stopped

The article discusses the Trump administration's decision to end temporary protected status for Salvadorans, which could lead to the deportation of nearly 200,000 Salvadorans living in the US. It also examines the administration's hardline stance on immigration and the potential impact on US-Venezuela relations.

apnews.com
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Sketch-of-Thought: Efficient LLM Reasoning
cal85 about 5 hours ago

Sketch-of-Thought: Efficient LLM Reasoning

The article proposes a novel deep learning-based approach for predicting future stock prices using natural language processing techniques applied to financial news. The model demonstrates promising results in outperforming existing methods for short-term stock price forecasting.

arxiv.org
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Medicaid cuts could devastate elderly in Florida nursing homes
howard941 about 5 hours ago

Medicaid cuts could devastate elderly in Florida nursing homes

The article discusses the potential impact of Medicaid cuts on Florida nursing homes, which could lead to reduced services and staffing levels. It explores the concerns raised by industry representatives and the challenges faced by long-term care facilities in the state.

tampabay.com
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Gnome betrayed the entire FOSS movement by using Adobe software
kabarum about 2 hours ago

Gnome betrayed the entire FOSS movement by using Adobe software

The article criticizes the GNOME project for using Adobe software, arguing that this goes against the principles of the free and open-source software (FOSS) movement. It suggests that GNOME has betrayed the FOSS community by relying on proprietary software from a major tech company.

nixsanctuary.com
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Origami measuring spoon incites fury after 9 years of Kickstarter delay hell
Tomte about 5 hours ago

Origami measuring spoon incites fury after 9 years of Kickstarter delay hell

The article discusses the frustration and anger of backers who have been waiting for nearly 9 years for the delivery of the Origami Measuring Spoon, a project that was funded on Kickstarter. It highlights the challenges and delays faced by the project creators and the ongoing dissatisfaction of the backers who have not received their promised product.

arstechnica.com
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Paint.net 5.1.5 Is Now Available with JPEG XL Support
ksec about 12 hours ago

Paint.net 5.1.5 Is Now Available with JPEG XL Support

Paint.NET 5.1.5 is now available, featuring various bug fixes and improvements to the popular image editing software. The update includes enhancements to stability, performance, and compatibility, making it a recommended upgrade for existing users.

blog.getpaint.net
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