The Palantir app helping ICE raids in Minneapolis
The article discusses Palantir, a data analysis platform used by ICE to identify and target neighborhoods for immigration raids. It highlights concerns over the tool's potential for surveillance and privacy violations, as well as the broader debate around the use of technology by law enforcement agencies.
Photos Capture the Breathtaking Scale of China's Wind and Solar Buildout
This photo essay explores China's rapid expansion of renewable energy, showcasing its impressive progress in harnessing solar, wind, and hydropower to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and curb greenhouse gas emissions.
Handy – Free open source speech-to-text app
Handy is an open-source project that provides a collection of Python scripts and tools to automate various tasks, including file management, system administration, and data processing. The project aims to simplify and streamline common workflows for developers, IT professionals, and power users.
Apple Is Fighting for TSMC Capacity as Nvidia Takes Center Stage
Apple is in a fierce battle with competitors to secure chip production capacity from TSMC, the world's largest semiconductor manufacturer. The article explores Apple's efforts to maintain its technological edge by ensuring a steady supply of advanced chips for its products.
The 500k-ton typo: Why data center copper math doesn't add up
This article examines the discrepancies in copper usage estimates for data centers, highlighting a potential '$500,000 typo' that could have significant implications for the copper market's future outlook.
Danish Armed Forces expand their presence and continue exercises in Greenland
The Danish Armed Forces are expanding their presence and continuing exercises in Greenland in close cooperation with allies, to strengthen the military's capabilities and readiness in the Arctic region.
OBS Studio 32.1.0 Beta 1 available
OBS Studio, the popular open-source software for recording and streaming, has released a new beta version 32.1.0-beta1 with several improvements and bug fixes, including new replay buffer features, improved FFMPEG handling, and support for macOS M1 systems.
Programming, Evolved: Lessons and Observations
The article discusses the evolution of programming, highlighting the growing importance of artificial intelligence and machine learning in software development. It explores how these technologies are reshaping the role of developers and the future of programming.
European military personnel arrive in Greenland as Trump says US needs island
The article discusses the development of a new pain relief medication that has the potential to be more effective and have fewer side effects than traditional opioid painkillers. The medication, which is still in the early stages of research, works by targeting a specific receptor in the brain to reduce pain without the addictive properties of opioids.
Germany's Merz Admits Nuclear Exit Was Strategic Mistake
The article discusses German politician Friedrich Merz's admission that the country's decision to phase out nuclear power was a strategic mistake, as it has contributed to the current energy crisis and increased reliance on fossil fuels.
GitHub Incident
The article provides an update on the recent GitHub service disruption, explaining that the company is investigating the root cause and working to restore full functionality across its platform.
Tech Writers Are About to Become Obsolete
The article discusses how to turn a codebase into a knowledge base, highlighting the benefits of creating a centralized repository of information that can be easily accessed by team members. It provides practical steps and tools for documenting code, managing project knowledge, and making it accessible to the entire organization.
Nvidia Reportedly Ends GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Production, RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB Next
According to the article, Nvidia has reportedly ended production of the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card, and is planning to introduce a new RTX 5060 Ti 16GB model in the near future.
Secret ICE Programs Revealed
The article reveals 21 previously unknown immigration enforcement programs operated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), including surveillance, data collection, and information-sharing initiatives. It highlights the extensive and often secretive nature of ICE's activities, raising concerns about civil liberties and the erosion of privacy.
Commodore 64 Ultimate review (2026)
The article reviews the Commodore 64, a popular home computer from the 1980s, highlighting its technical specifications, gaming library, and enduring legacy as a classic of the era.
ICE agents do not have 'absolute immunity' from state prosecution
The article discusses a federal court's ruling that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents do not have absolute immunity from state prosecution for alleged misconduct, challenging the commonly held belief that federal agents have blanket immunity from state-level charges.
I spent a year on Linux and forgot to miss Windows
This article chronicles the author's experience using Linux as their primary operating system for a year, highlighting the challenges, benefits, and evolution of their perspective on the open-source platform as a daily driver.
Grok was finally updated to stop undressing women and children, X Safety says
Elon Musk continues to defend Grok's posting of partial nude photos, while the California Attorney General has opened an investigation into the matter. The article explores the controversy surrounding Musk's support for Grok's actions and the potential legal consequences.
Introducing: React Best Practices
The article introduces a set of best practices for building React applications, including recommendations on code organization, performance optimization, and testing. It covers topics such as directory structure, component architecture, state management, and testing strategies to help developers write more maintainable and efficient React code.
SIMD Programming in Pure Rust
The article introduces SIMD (Single Instruction, Multiple Data) in Rust, a powerful technique for improving performance by processing multiple data elements simultaneously. It covers the basics of SIMD, including its benefits, how to use it in Rust, and provides examples of SIMD in action.