Xfce is great
The article discusses the author's positive experience with the Xfce desktop environment, highlighting its lightweight, customizable, and efficient nature as an alternative to more resource-intensive desktop environments.
Ozempic reduced grocery spending by an average of 5.3% in the US
The article discusses how the popularity of the weight-loss drug Ozempic has led to changes in the foods Americans are buying, with increased demand for certain ingredients used in the drug's production, such as semaglutide. This has resulted in supply chain disruptions and price fluctuations for these ingredients.
Lightpanda migrate DOM implementation to Zig
This article discusses the migration of a web application's DOM (Document Object Model) from JavaScript to the Zig programming language. It highlights the benefits of using Zig, such as improved performance and better memory management, along with the challenges and lessons learned during the migration process.
Windows 8 Desktop Environment for Linux
The article discusses the development of a Windows 8 development environment (Win8DE) that uses virtualization technology to provide a consistent and isolated development platform, allowing developers to test and deploy applications across different Windows 8 configurations.
Ai, Japanese chimpanzee who counted and painted dies at 49
The article discusses the challenges faced by some small businesses in the United Kingdom due to the ongoing post-Brexit trade issues, including supply chain disruptions, increased costs, and difficulties hiring EU workers.
Zen-C: Write like a high-level language, run like C
Zen-C is a high-performance, concurrent, scripting language designed for building scalable, real-time applications. It features a powerful type system, lightweight concurrency model, and seamless interoperability with C/C++ libraries.
Ireland fast tracks Bill to criminalise harmful voice or image misuse
The article discusses a call to fast-track a new bill in Ireland that aims to regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI), deepfakes, and identity hijacking. The proposed legislation seeks to address emerging technological challenges and their potential impact on individuals and society.
Reproducing DeepSeek's MHC: When Residual Connections Explode
The article discusses the reproduction of the major histocompatibility complex (MHC), a crucial component of the immune system. It explores the evolutionary significance of MHC diversity and its role in mate choice and offspring fitness.
Keychron's Nape Pro turns your keyboard into a laptop‑style trackball rig
The article discusses the Nape Pro, a new product from Keychron that transforms a mechanical keyboard into a laptop-style trackball rig. The Nape Pro adds a trackball and palm rest to a mechanical keyboard, providing an alternative input method for users.
How to Build Reactive Declarative UI in Vanilla JavaScript
The article explains how to create a reactive system in vanilla JavaScript, using a simplified version of reactive programming principles. It demonstrates a basic implementation of a reactive pattern, including how to handle data changes and update the user interface accordingly.
TimeCapsuleLLM: LLM trained only on data from 1800-1875
The article discusses the development of a Time Capsule Language Model (TimeCapsuleLLM), a novel approach to natural language processing that aims to capture the evolution of language over time. The model is designed to learn and understand the contextual meaning of words and phrases as they change across different time periods, providing a more comprehensive and accurate understanding of text.
2025 marked a record-breaking year for Apple services
Apple's services business reached a record high in 2025, driven by strong growth in areas like the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company's services segment generated over $100 billion in revenue, a significant milestone for the tech giant.
WhatsApp is untrustable
The article discusses the latest updates to WhatsApp, including the introduction of a new privacy-focused feature that allows users to leave group chats silently without notifying other members. It also covers upcoming changes to the app's visual design and message sharing capabilities.
BreachForums hacking forum database leaked, exposing 324,000 accounts
The database of the hacking forum Breachforums has been leaked, exposing personal information of over 324,000 accounts. The leak includes email addresses, usernames, and encrypted passwords, raising concerns about the potential impact on users.
US Authoritarian Regime Executes Unarmed Civilian as Ruler Grows More Erratic
The article discusses the execution of a civilian by the U.S. regime during the Trump administration, highlighting concerns about the lack of transparency and potential violations of international law surrounding the incident.
I reverse engineered Ann Arbor's parking ticket system and built a live map
The article discusses the A2 parking system, which aims to provide a more efficient and organized parking experience. It explores the benefits of the A2 system, including its ability to reduce traffic congestion, improve parking availability, and offer a convenient payment method.
US prosecutors launch criminal investigation into Federal Reserve chair
U.S. prosecutors have launched a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, focusing on his actions and potential conflicts of interest regarding the dollar, stock market, gold, and Bitcoin. This development has sparked concerns about the stability and integrity of the U.S. financial system.
Solar panels on land used for biofuels: enough electricity for all cars/trucks
The article examines the land use requirements for biofuel production and solar energy, and compares them to the land use of electric vehicles. It finds that the land needed for biofuels is much greater than that required for solar power or electric vehicles, highlighting the potential advantages of transitioning to renewable electricity and electric transportation.
Measles continues raging in South Carolina; 99 new cases since Tuesday
The article reports on a measles outbreak in South Carolina, with 99 new cases reported since Tuesday. The outbreak is part of a larger nationwide surge in measles cases, with health officials urging vaccination to control the spread of the highly contagious disease.
Are the YouTube channel Courts and Crimes's shorts AI-generated deep fakes?
The article investigates whether the YouTube channel 'Courts & Crimes' is producing AI-generated deep fakes of news reports. It examines the visual and audio cues that suggest the content may be artificially created, while acknowledging the need for further analysis to conclusively determine the authenticity of the videos.