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The article explores the historical significance of the iconic 'flying toasters' screensaver, originally created for the After Dark screensaver software. It provides an in-depth look at the development, popularity, and cultural impact of this classic computer animation.

The article discusses the Trump administration's efforts to increase pressure on the Venezuelan government, including by designating President Maduro as a 'narco-terrorist' and offering a $15 million reward for his capture. It examines the potential implications of these actions, which critics say could escalate tensions and complicate efforts to address the country's ongoing political and economic crisis.

The article explores the political challenges faced by struggling Americans, examining how economic insecurity and inequality have influenced voting patterns and shaped the political landscape in the United States. It discusses the complex interplay between socioeconomic factors and political engagement among lower-income and working-class individuals.

The article explores a unique poem that exhibits machine-like behavior, with each line acting as a separate component that contributes to the overall functionality of the poem as a dynamic, interactive system.

The article discusses how Google plans to build a data center near Oregon's Mount Hood that will use water from a nearby river for cooling, raising concerns about the potential impact on the local water supply and ecosystem.

I've noticed many docs(like Mintlify) or AI products doesn't have "Open in Gemini" button. The reason is simple: gemini.google.com still doesn't support query parameters like q= or prompt=.

Of course, we can use Google search(or google.ai?q=), but it's just not the same for those of us who really cares about personalization.

If anyone works at Google or knows someone on the Gemini team, please fix this.

The article explores the concept of 'signal to source', which refers to the process of tracing the origin of a piece of information or data. It discusses the importance of understanding the provenance of information in today's digital age, where the spread of misinformation is a growing concern.

The article discusses the rise of the 'atelier' model in the tech industry, where small teams of highly skilled craftspeople work collaboratively to create high-quality, bespoke digital products. It explores how this approach blends traditional craft principles with modern software development, and suggests that it may lead to the emergence of a new 'guild' system for tech professionals.

Central banks from different countries have reached the next stage in the Agora cross-border payment project, which aims to develop a new system for international money transfers that is faster, cheaper, and more transparent than existing options.

The article introduces 'Loki Mode', a novel approach to building robust and scalable distributed systems. It highlights Loki Mode's key features, including its ability to handle failures, provide self-healing capabilities, and enable dynamic reconfiguration of system components.

Do not wait until the next election to make your voice heard

#FeedbackFridays

A nationwide, weekly day of boycotts and resistance

Our money, our time, our attention, and our lives make this economy run.

Every Friday, from now until the midterm elections, join your fellow concerned citizens in protest. Remind corporations and political donors that they are accountable to us.

On Fridays, don't spend any money and send a strong signal by refusing to be tracked, traced, agitated, or advertised at.

Ways to Participate Each Friday

Companies are tracking your views, clicks, and purchases. They notice every dip, pause, and trend. Give them undeniable evidence.

- Buy NOTHING

- Disconnect, unsubscribe, and step away

- Log out of everything you can

- No tv, streaming, gaming, ai

- Limit or stop posting, scrolling, and commenting

- Enjoy only untracked media (Books, DVDs, CDs)

Use your intelligence and creativity to make Feedback Fridays your own! Be as private or public about your participation as you want, but we need you.

Windows 11's recent Patch Tuesday update has caused issues for some users, with Microsoft confirming that the update may prevent certain PCs from booting properly. The company is actively investigating the problem and working on a fix.

The article discusses a recent software incident where a single developer's mistake caused widespread issues, highlighting the importance of robust testing and code review processes in software development.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant hidden toll on millions of people with chronic health conditions, as they have faced disruptions to their care and management. The article highlights the challenges these individuals have faced, including delays in diagnosis, treatment, and access to essential services, leading to potential long-term consequences for their health.

The article examines a potential crash in Japan's bond market, which could have significant implications for global interest rates. It explores the factors contributing to this concern and the potential ripple effects on the broader financial landscape.

The article discusses a private White House screening of the film 'White House Plumbers' attended by several high-profile guests, including former First Lady Melania Trump, Apple CEO Tim Cook, and boxer Mike Tyson.

The article discusses the importance of preparing digital forensic investigators for the trauma they may encounter during their work, as they are often exposed to distressing and disturbing content. It highlights the need for mental health support and coping mechanisms to help investigators manage the emotional impact of their roles.

The article explores how ChatGPT can be used to pull information from Grokipedia, a knowledge base, to provide answers to users' questions. It highlights the potential benefits and challenges of using this approach to leverage existing data sources.

If you’re new to werewolf romance, here’s the simplest way I’ve found to navigate it without getting blindsided by tropes you hate.

At its core, it’s romance-first: mates, packs, alphas, and shifting are mostly there to amplify relationship tension (instinct vs choice, loyalty vs freedom, power vs vulnerability). The genre is huge, so using trope keywords is the fastest way to get what you want.

A quick starter path:

If you want comfort + chemistry, try Fated Mates.

If you want angst + redemption, try Rejected Mate (expect grovel and emotional fallout).

If you enjoy world-building and stakes beyond the couple, look for Pack Politics / leadership.

If you prefer an “outsider learns the rules” entry point, Human x Wolf is usually beginner-friendly.

Before you commit, I recommend scanning for content warnings like: coercion/consent issues, humiliation/public rejection, captivity/restraint, heavy violence between leads, pregnancy trope, or cheating (people’s boundaries differ a lot here).

If you need a quick browsing rabbit hole, Goodreads shelves can help you see common tags and reader notes: https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/werewolf-romance

(Disclosure: I work on NovelFlow. If your forum allows external links, it’s one place to browse werewolf romance catalogs/tags:) https://www.novelflow.app/

What trope is an instant “yes” for you—and what’s your hard “nope”?

The article explores the writing of acclaimed science fiction author Ted Chiang, focusing on his ability to create immersive experiences that allow readers to empathize with and understand diverse perspectives and experiences, often related to the human condition.

Built Node.js 18.20.4 natively on a jailbroken iPhone 12 Pro Max (iOS 16.5, Dopamine) to run Claude Code - no SSH to a server.

Key discoveries: - Apple's -fembed-bitcode flag added 11MB overhead per .o file vs 58KB actual code, bloating V8 libraries to 6.8GB+4.5GB - Removing the flag from common.gypi dropped the build from 29GB to under 8GB - Required fake xcrun/xcodebuild scripts since iOS has no Xcode - Every build tool (mksnapshot, torque, etc.) needs ldid signing mid-build - Final binary needed --no-wasm-code-gc flag due to iOS memory management quirks

Final result: 71MB node binary with full WebAssembly + ICU support, Claude Code running interactively.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/NXgqi1jgSq0

This thought-provoking science fiction story explores the concept of a world where beings are dependent on an artificial lung-like system to breathe, and the philosophical and ethical implications that arise as the characters grapple with their existential situation and the potential for the system to fail.

The article discusses the advantages of porting applications to Cloudflare Workers, a serverless platform, highlighting its ease of use, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to quickly deploy code without managing infrastructure.