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The article discusses Microsoft's efforts to reinvent how .NET is built and shipped, including adopting a continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) approach, improving build performance, and making the platform more modular and cloud-native.

The article explores the concept of a 'generative burrito' as a metaphor for the creative process, emphasizing the importance of embracing the unpredictable and allowing for emergent outcomes in artistic and innovative endeavors.

This article explores the Nostromo, the cargo ship featured in the film Alien, and its role as a 'space truck' transporting raw materials across the galaxy. It delves into the design and purpose of the Nostromo, as well as the daily routines and challenges faced by the crew during their long-haul space voyages.

The article highlights the rising demand for data scientists and analytics professionals, with Indeed predicting a significant increase in such job postings by 2025. However, it also notes the potentially gruesome nature of some of these roles, which can involve tasks like examining horrific images or reviewing copious amounts of abusive online content.

A photojournalist was arrested while covering a protest against ICE and had his camera gear impounded by authorities. The article details the incident, highlighting concerns about the implications for press freedom and the ability of journalists to document important events.

The article discusses the addition of constant-time support in LLVM, which helps protect cryptographic code at the compiler level. This enables compilers to generate code that is resistant to timing attacks, improving the security of cryptographic applications.

An Nvidia intern was asked to hand in an RTX 5060 GPU they won on a business trip, but the employee refused, leading them to quit their job in protest over the company's policy of reclaiming employee prizes.

The article debunks the myth of reflected power, arguing that the belief that antennas derive power from reflected signals is inaccurate. It explains that the power received by an antenna comes from the transmitted signal, not from any reflected signals.

Proton Meet is a secure video conferencing and collaboration platform that prioritizes privacy and end-to-end encryption, offering features like screen sharing, chat, and calendar integration for remote work and online meetings.

A modder who famously added Thomas the Tank Engine to Skyrim has openly defied cease and desist letters from lawyers, continuing to integrate the character into other Elder Scrolls games like Morrowind. The modder expresses a disregard for the concerns of corporate executives, asserting their right to creatively modify games they own.

A court filing reveals that Meta (Facebook's parent company) researchers privately compared the addictive nature of Instagram to that of addictive drugs, raising concerns about the platform's impact on user well-being.

The article discusses the rise and fall of the Doge meme, a popular internet phenomenon featuring a Shiba Inu dog. It explores the meme's origins, cultural significance, and eventual decline, highlighting the transient nature of viral internet trends.

The article discusses how mass surveillance is leading to a rise in pretextual traffic stops, where law enforcement uses minor infractions as a pretext to search vehicles and gather information on individuals, often in violation of their civil liberties.

The article warns about a scam involving fake advertisements for Metaverse-related products and services. It advises readers to be cautious of unsolicited ads and to verify the legitimacy of any companies or offers before making purchases or providing personal information.

The article reveals that New York real estate developer Steven Witkoff advised Russia on how to pitch a plan to the Trump administration to have Ukraine become a neutral buffer state between Russia and NATO. Witkoff's involvement highlights the complex political and financial entanglements behind the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Plex is cracking down on free remote streaming access, requiring users to have a Plex Pass subscription or purchase a new remote streaming license starting this week. This change aims to monetize Plex's remote streaming features and encourage users to upgrade to a paid Plex Pass plan.

The article discusses the potential impact of climate change on the global economy, highlighting how rising temperatures, extreme weather, and other environmental factors could lead to significant economic disruption and loss. It explores the economic risks associated with climate change and the importance of taking action to mitigate these risks.

The article discusses the CSS Subgrid feature, which allows grid items to inherit the grid structure of their parent container, making it easier to create complex layouts within grid systems. It explains the benefits of Subgrid and how it can simplify the implementation of nested grids.

Research finds that all billionaires under the age of 30 have inherited their wealth, suggesting that self-made billionaires in this age group are extremely rare or non-existent.

The article discusses the development of Rich Communication Services (RCS), a new messaging standard that aims to enhance the capabilities of traditional SMS and provide features similar to popular messaging apps. It explores the challenges and potential benefits of widespread RCS adoption among mobile carriers and smartphone users.