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Mise: Dev tools, env vars, task runner

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Mise is a tool manager for dev tools like node, python, and cmake. It allows installing multiple versions of tools and activates the correct version in the current shell.

Show HN: Countless.dev – A website to compare every AI model: LLMs, TTSs, STTs

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Compare AI models easily! All providers in one place.

How to use Postgres for everything

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A user is creating a resource to track new tools and uses for Postgres, inspired by articles and GitHub gists. The resource includes tools like Sequin for CDC, VectorChord for vector similarity search, and OrioleDB for performance and cost savings.

Structured Outputs with Ollama

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Ollama now supports structured outputs with JSON schema for constrained model outputs. Use the format parameter with a JSON schema to return data in a specific format.

Biggest shell programs

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The biggest shell programs include akinomyoga/ble.sh with 61K lines, drwetter/testssl.sh with 21K lines, and romkatv/powerlevel10k with 12K lines. These programs are substantial, hand-written, and use data structures and algorithms, making them sophisticated and complex.

RollerCoaster Tycoon was the last of its kind [video]

"BGP at home": getting a DIA circuit installed at home

Aakash Patel set up a dedicated internet access (DIA) circuit with Verizon Enterprise to improve network connectivity for his AP Foundation services, which involved a 2.5-mile fiber run and multiple dispatches over two months. The process involved working with Verizon Telecom and Verizon Business teams, and the user was provided with IP details and peering information for a BGP session once ...

Tell HN: Need help, locked out of Google account with 10 years of personal data

Locked out of Google account with over a decade of data, unable to recover through official channels. Desperate for guidance or assistance from Google employees or security experts to prevent permanent loss.

Mathics 7.0 – Open-source alternative to Mathematica

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Improvements were made to Mathics3, including modernizing code, fixing formatting issues, and adding lazy loading of builtins. Changes also included updating the interface, improving support for character encoding, and reducing initial loading time and memory footprint.

Notre Dame Cathedral reopens

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Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris reopened after a 5-year renovation following a devastating 2019 fire. World leaders including President-elect Donald Trump attended the ceremony.

An invisible desktop application that will help you pass technical interviews

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The application uses unidentifiable global keyboard shortcuts that won't be detected by browsers or other applications:

Insects rely on sounds made by distressed vegetation to guide reproduction

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Raspberry Pi users can now access and play PC games remotely using Steam Link on their Raspberry Pi 5. This allows users to play high-quality games from anywhere in the house without needing to physically move their gaming PC.

Can life emerge around a white dwarf?

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Scientists are reassessing white dwarfs as potential hosts for life due to their long lifetime and habitable zones. White dwarfs offer a stable environment for life to emerge and evolve, with a habitable lifetime of up to 7 billion years.

"Eat What You Kill"

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Dr. Thomas Weiner, a high-profile oncologist, was accused of harming patients and overprescribing opioids, leading to his suspension and eventual firing from St. Peter's Hospital. An investigation revealed numerous cases of misdiagnosis, unnecessary treatments, and suspicious deaths, including a 16-year-old girl who died under Weiner's care.

Protecting undersea internet cables is a tech nightmare

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Undersea fiber optic cables are vulnerable to sabotage and damage, with recent incidents in the Baltic Sea sparking suspicion of Russian or Chinese involvement. Protecting these cables is challenging due to their vast network and the difficulty of monitoring all cables at once.
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SpaceX launched 20 Starlink satellites into orbit, enabling direct-to-cellphone connectivity worldwide. The service will initially offer text service, with voice and data available next year, at an unspecified cost.

Police illegally sell restricted weapons, supplying crime

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A police chief in Adair, Iowa, was convicted of conspiracy and selling machine guns for personal profit, sparking a nationwide investigation into law enforcement officers buying and selling firearms. Dozens of cases have been uncovered, with many officers selling restricted guns to violent felons and making large profits.

Show HN: I built an HTML5 RTL-SDR application

Historically, 4NF explanations are needlessly confusing

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The traditional explanation of 4NF is confusing and unnecessary, as it involves presenting a weird single-record design and then decomposing it into two two-column tables, whereas in practice, you can simply create a two-column table with pairs of IDs to store many-to-many relationships. The initial design presented in traditional explanations of 4NF is likely a relic of the past, when ...

Japanese scientists were pioneers of AI; they're being written out of history

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Japanese researchers feel overlooked for the Nobel prize in physics, citing contributions from Shun'ichi Amari and Kunihiko Fukushima to neural networks. A "human science" approach to AI, as seen in Fukushima's work, may offer a more diverse and accessible understanding of the technology.

My4th Light – Custom 8-Bit Forth CPU

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The My4TH XS is a compact 8-bit computer with a reduced microcode and 11.75 logic ICs, running at 85% of the original My4TH's speed. It has a 5.5 KB microcode and a 16 KB EPROM with a fully functional Forth.

Htmhail

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The user was trying to create an accessible button in HTML but was confused by ChatGPT's example. The user realized that the example was incorrect and that a submit button should have type="submit" not type="button".

He Built Apple's 1980s iPad Concept [video]

Ultralytics AI model hijacked to infect thousands with cryptominer

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Ultralytics YOLO11 AI model was compromised in a supply chain attack to deploy cryptominers on devices running versions 8.3.41 and 8.3.42. The issue has been fixed with version 8.3.43 and users are advised to perform a full system scan.

Firefox Is the Superior Browser

The user switched to Firefox from Chrome due to its superior features, including extension support and seamless PDF viewing. Firefox's features, such as private tabs and customizable browsing data deletion, make it a better choice than Chrome.

Nightclub stickers over smartphone rule divides the dancefloor

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Amber's nightclub in Manchester is enforcing a no smartphone camera policy with a sticker requirement, citing a desire to focus on music and experience. The move is being debated on social media, with some welcoming the change as "partying with privacy" and others fearing it will harm clubs' social media presence.

Pierre Schaeffer looking back on his career in musique concrète (1987)

Pierre Schaeffer, a pioneer of Musique Concrete, discusses the intersection of technology and music, arguing that traditional music is exhausted and that new music is impossible. He advocates for a return to baroque music, a mixture of traditional and modern elements.

Google's AI weather prediction model is pretty darn good

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Google DeepMind's GenCast AI model outperformed a leading weather forecasting model 97.2% of the time in a recent study. GenCast uses machine learning to predict weather patterns and could add to the arsenal of tools used to predict severe storms.

What's up with Lobste.rs blocking the Brave browser?

Brave browser's behavior is causing issues with Lobste.rs, with some users experiencing error pages and others seeing a bare block of text. The issue may be philosophical, with some questioning whether users of deceitful browsers like Brave should be allowed to visit certain sites.

Ask HN: Git Alternatives – Sapling vs. Jj

You're looking for a simpler Git alternative with features like stacked PRs and compatibility with GitHub. You're considering Sapling and jj, both of which have nice features, and want to know if anyone has experience with either or both.

Python with Rizz

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PyGyat is a Python preprocessor that translates code into kid-friendly language for Ohio use. It replaces Python keywords with iPad vocabulary and requires a working Python installation to run.

Show HN: App to discover job listings directly from company websites

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Each new job kicks off a search on popular job listing sites to see if it is being advertised. Receive job notifications for your saved job filters and manage new jobs with straightforward actions.

Tell HN: Alaska Airlines website exposes passenger data

Alaska Airlines website exposed customer data including names, phone numbers, emails, and flight information. The issue has recurred after initial reporting and remains unaddressed despite user documentation and theory on the cause.

I made a satellite ion thruster [video]

PSA: The Kagi search engine directly funds Yandex –- and refuses to stop

User needs to register or sign in with developer credentials and ensure a unique User-Agent string to access the application. Alternatively, they can try resetting to default User-Agent or file a ticket for assistance.

The electric shock behind Europe's stuttering EV future

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Europe's car industry is struggling due to a shift to electric vehicles, which threatens high-skilled jobs. China's dominance in battery production, aided by subsidies and investments, is a major factor in this shift.

B+ Tree Visualization

B+ Trees Algorithm Visualizations

The Startup Trap (2013)

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The Start-Up Trap is a mindset where developers think they can break rules and skip disciplines during the start-up phase to go faster, but this leads to slow and catastrophic results. Following disciplines like TDD and refactoring is crucial for success, not just during the start-up phase but throughout the company's life.

US Food and Drug Administration moves to ban red food dye

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The FDA may ban red 3, a petroleum-derived food dye used in 3000 products, due to health concerns. The dye has been linked to cancer in animals and behavioral problems in children.

The momentum of the solar energy transition

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Solar energy is likely to become the dominant power source globally by mid-century due to declining costs and rapid deployment. However, achieving a zero-carbon energy system requires addressing grid stability, finance, material supply chains, and political barriers.

Now Boarding: The Story of Airport

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The list contains 338 languages from around the world, including many indigenous and regional languages. It covers languages from Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas, showcasing linguistic diversity.

OpenAI seeks to unlock investment by ditching 'AGI' clause with Microsoft

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Top internet sleuths say they won't help find the UnitedHealthcare CEO killer

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A high-profile murder in New York City has sparked unusual silence from online sleuths, with many not trying to identify the shooter. Some social media users have even praised the killing, citing frustrations with the US healthcare system.

MultiQueue-Based FPGA Routing: Relaxed A* Priority Ordering-Improved Parallelism [pdf]

A fine-grained parallel FPGA routing algorithm is proposed to speed up path search, achieving 18.7× and 13.2× speedups on Dijkstra's and A* path searches, respectively. The algorithm uses a MultiQueue data structure and is deterministic, with a speedup of 1.98× on directed search and comparable quality to the serial router.

Precursors of Copernicus' heliocentric theory

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Nicolaus Copernicus' heliocentric theory was not a sudden triumph of rationality, but rather built upon earlier ideas from Aristarchus, Jean Buridan, Nicole Oresme, and Martianus Capella, who proposed various models of the Solar System. Copernicus used Martianus Capella's work to argue for a heliocentric theory, and his ideas were part of a diverse range of cosmological theories that existed ...

Dickies moving its headquarters from Texas to California

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Dickies is moving its headquarters from Texas to California after 102 years. The move aims to revitalize the brand and create new opportunities in Southern California.
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Explore our popular air fryer recipes! Get quick reference cooking times + temps for all your favorite foods. Healthy, crispy, and delicious meals made easy.

Ask HN: Next best to incorporate other than Delaware?

User wants to incorporate in a state other than Delaware but is considering its benefits due to well-lubricated American venture economy. User is weighing pros and cons of Nevada, Wyoming, and Texas incorporation.

Wuhan lab samples hold no close relatives to virus behind Covid

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Virologist Shi Zhengli presented data on 56 new coronaviruses from bats in southern China, showing none are closely related to SARS-CoV-2. The results support her claim that the Wuhan Institute of Virology did not have a bat-derived virus closely related to COVID-19.

Health insurers remove executive bios, images from websites after CEO killing

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After UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing, major health insurers are removing executive images from their websites to increase security. This move comes amid a social media backlash against health insurers, with some celebrating Thompson's death and others threatening executives.

How One of the Richest Men Is Avoiding $8B in Taxes

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Economics and Homemakers

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Author argues that homemakers contribute to society beyond tax base, citing unpaid caregiving worth 20% of America's GNP. They propose supporting families with stay-at-home parents, not just paying for childcare.

Five of the best science fiction books of 2024

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Several science fiction novels are reviewed, including Winton's eco-disaster, Whiteley's surreal fable, Bradley's time travel thriller, and Hur's verse novel about a generation starship. These novels explore themes of humanity, love, and existence in a post-apocalyptic world.

Windows on ARM Gets Major Gaming Boost with Prism Update

Microsoft updated its Prism emulator in Windows 11 Insider Preview, enabling gaming and creative applications on ARM-based PCs. The update supports popular games and Adobe Premiere Pro 2025, marking a significant step forward in Microsoft's ARM strategy.

The Birmingham Blade: geographically tailored urban wind turbine designed by AI

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EvoPhase and KwikFab unveiled the Birmingham Blade, an AI-designed urban wind turbine up to seven times more efficient than existing designs in Birmingham's wind speeds and urban environment. The collaboration aims to provide a solution to green energy issues by producing small-scale, affordable generators of clean wind energy.

Stimulants in Germanic communities of the Roman period

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Autorzy zidentyfikowali 241 przedmioty, które mogły służyć jako dozowniki środków pobudzających wojowników germańskich do walki. Ich użycie mogło być znacznie większe niż dotychczas przyjęto.

Arthur Cravan: The Disappearing Dadaist

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Arthur Cravan, a poet, boxer, and performance artist, disappeared in 1918 while sailing alone into the Pacific Ocean. His life was a series of performances, blending art, provocation, and deception, leaving behind a trail of questions and interpretations.

From the Bretton Woods system to global stagnation [pdf]

The Bretton Woods system's collapse led to excessive trade imbalances and a 'race to the bottom' in wages, causing weak and erratic global GDP growth. Liberalisation and deregulation of market economies contributed to declining wage shares and rising income inequality, further hindering economic growth.

The GPT era is already ending

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OpenAI has released o1, a new AI model that uses reasoning to solve problems, marking a shift from prediction-based models. The model's capabilities are still limited, but it shows promise in solving complex tasks and understanding images.

I Built a 4 Axis 3D Printer Unlike Anything You've Seen [video]

Atoms for Peace: Learning to Love the Bomb

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In 1969, the British government planned to detonate a nuclear bomb in North Yorkshire's North York Moors National Park for 'peaceful purposes', to create gas storage facilities. The plan was abandoned and nuclear explosions for peaceful uses were eventually banned in 1976 due to environmental concerns and insincerity.

macOS Build Farm for Apache NuttX RTOS (Apple Silicon)

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To compile Apache NuttX RTOS on macOS, run run-build-macos.sh after removing Homebrew ar from PATH with run-job-macos.sh. This script downloads toolchains and compiles the target.

Mysterious, mathematical origins of world’s most unusually shaped national flag

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Nepal's flag is unique in shape, consisting of two crimson-colored triangles with a navy blue border and white sun and moon symbols. The flag's meaning and history are unclear, with various interpretations including national pride, Buddhist and Hindu legacy, and representation of the Himalayan mountains.

White British students not allowed to apply for security services internship

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Britain's intelligence services have launched a summer internship programme for students from Black, Asian, mixed heritage or ethnic minority backgrounds and those from socially or economically disadvantaged families. The programme has been criticized as "racist" and "blatant discrimination" by politicians and a former RAF officer.