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The article explores the concept of 'making people care' and the challenges associated with it, discussing the importance of engaging the audience's emotions and values, as well as the difficulties in crafting persuasive narratives that resonate with diverse perspectives.

The article explores the potential risk of fascism emerging in the United States, discussing the rise of authoritarian tendencies, the erosion of democratic norms, and the impact of former President Trump's 'MAGA' movement on the country's political landscape.

The article explores the concept of 'social tipping points,' where a small percentage of people (around 35%) can spark widespread social change. It discusses how this phenomenon has been observed in various historical and contemporary movements, and the implications for driving positive societal transformations.

The article discusses Clawdbot, an open-source robotics platform designed for educational and hobbyist purposes. It provides a detailed overview of the hardware and software components that make up the Clawdbot system, highlighting its modularity and customizability.

The article explores the growing popularity of plant-based meat alternatives and their potential impact on the traditional meat industry. It examines the environmental and health benefits of these alternative protein sources, as well as the technological advancements and consumer trends driving their increasing adoption.

Original paper: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-67657-w

The article explores Iran's implementation of a 'tiered internet' system, where access to certain online services is restricted or slowed down, leading to a widespread internet blackout in the country. The article delves into the technical and political implications of this system, and its impact on Iranian citizens' access to information and communication.

The article reports that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has labeled a legal observer as a 'domestic terrorist' for monitoring its activities, citing the agency's extensive database on individuals. This highlights concerns over government surveillance and the potential misuse of counterterrorism measures against those exercising their constitutional rights.

The article explores the growing importance of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) as a key discipline in software engineering, emphasizing its role in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of complex software systems in the modern digital landscape.

This article explores the behavioral cost of personalized pricing, discussing how it can undermine consumer trust, discourage repeat business, and lead to negative perceptions of the company. It highlights the importance of transparent and fair pricing practices in maintaining positive customer relationships.

This is a hobby project of mine that I started a few years ago to learn about programming language implementation. It was created 95% without AI, although a few recent commits include code from Gemini CLI.

I started out following Crafting Interpreters, but gradually branched off that until I had almost nothing left in common.

Tech stack: Rust, Cranelift (JIT compilation), LALRPOP (parser).

Original title: "A small programming language where everything is a value" (edited based on comments)

Microsoft has warned that some PCs might not boot after the Windows 11 January 2026 update (KB5074109), likely due to compatibility issues with certain hardware or drivers. The company is investigating the issue and recommends users to back up their data before installing the update.

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 ongoing protests in Iran sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman who died after being arrested by the country's morality police. It highlights the government's crackdown on the protests, including the use of violence, and the international condemnation of Iran's actions.

The article explores the artistic merit of video games, arguing that they can be considered a legitimate art form. It discusses the various ways in which video games incorporate and build upon traditional artistic elements like visual design, narrative, and interactivity.

The article discusses the increasing tribalism and polarization surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) development, with some viewing it as a threat to humanity while others see it as a transformative technology. The author argues that this tribalism can hinder progress and calls for a more balanced, nuanced approach to AI discourse.

This article explores the concept of microclimates and their impact on urban environments, highlighting the importance of understanding local climate variations for urban planning and design to create more sustainable and livable cities.

The article discusses how the browser has become a secure sandbox for running web applications, where modern browser security features and isolation mechanisms protect users from the underlying operating system. It highlights the browser's role in enabling the growth of the web as a platform for diverse applications.

The article discusses the case of Bovino, who claims that Pretti forfeited his Second Amendment rights by fatally shooting someone. It examines the legal and ethical implications of this argument and the ongoing debate surrounding gun rights in the United States.

The article discusses the potential release of erotic content generated by the AI chatbot ChatGPT, raising concerns over the safety and ethical implications of such a move, particularly regarding the protection of minors and the potential for the AI to perpetuate harmful stereotypes or reinforce unhealthy sexual behaviors.