Petition for Recognition of Work on Open-Source as Volunteering in Germany
The petition calls for the recognition of open-source work as volunteering in Germany, arguing that contributions to open-source projects should be counted towards civic engagement and social commitments, similar to traditional volunteering activities.
Show HN: Ghidra MCP Server – 110 tools for AI-assisted reverse engineering
The article describes the development of a plugin for the Ghidra software reverse engineering framework that adds support for the Minecraft Protocol (MCP), allowing for the analysis and understanding of Minecraft server software and communication protocols.
Why poor countries stopped catching up
The article explores why the economic convergence between rich and poor countries has stalled in recent decades. It examines factors such as the changing nature of technology, global trade patterns, and the role of institutions in contributing to this slowdown in catch-up growth.
Trump, ICE set to be handed access to Australians' biometric data, ID documents
The article discusses concerns about the Australian government's plan to share biometric data, such as facial recognition, with foreign agencies like Donald Trump's ICE. It highlights privacy and civil liberties issues surrounding the expanded use of this data for surveillance and law enforcement purposes.
Trump's Profiteering Hits $4B
The article examines how former President Trump and his family have profited extensively from his time in office, through real estate deals, merchandise sales, and other business ventures, potentially amounting to over $4 billion in revenue.
DHS Hunts Down 67-Year-Old U.S. Citizen Who Criticized Them in Email
The article discusses the case of a 67-year-old U.S. citizen who was criticized by the Department of Homeland Security for an email he sent, raising concerns about the government's surveillance and scrutiny of citizens' private communications.
Staggering evidence trove shows who put Trump in the WH – and controls him still
The article investigates the relationship between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Russia, examining potential connections and allegations of collusion during the 2016 presidential election.
One in four video game developers laid off over the past two years
A recent survey found that one in four game developers have been laid off in the past two years, indicating significant workforce challenges within the industry.
"Superhuman": A 13 year old boy swims 2.5 miles to save family swept out to sea
A 10-year-old boy swam for hours to save his mother and siblings after they were swept out to sea, displaying remarkable endurance and bravery to bring his family back to shore.
NASA hit by fuel leaks during a practice countdown of the moon rocket
NASA's Artemis program aims to return astronauts to the Moon, including the first woman and person of color, as part of a broader effort to explore and develop the lunar surface for long-term human presence.
The Chinese planemaker taking on Boeing and Airbus
The article discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the mental health of young people, highlighting increased rates of depression, anxiety, and loneliness among this demographic. It explores the factors contributing to these mental health challenges and the importance of providing support and resources to address the needs of young people during this difficult time.
EU rejects 'nonsense' censorship charge from Trump allies
The European Union has rejected accusations of censorship from allies of former U.S. President Donald Trump, stating that the bloc's efforts to regulate online content are not aimed at silencing political views but rather at addressing the spread of misinformation and illegal content.
The debt I cannot repay, by Claude
The article explores the author's personal experience with overwhelming student loan debt and the emotional toll it takes, highlighting the broader societal issue of the rising cost of education and the financial burden it places on individuals.
Vibe Coding is the new RAD
The article discusses the emergence of Vibe Coding, a new software development approach that aims to provide a more intuitive and efficient alternative to traditional Rapid Application Development (RAD) methodologies. It highlights the key features of Vibe Coding, including its focus on visual programming, simplified workflow, and ability to rapidly create and iterate on software applications.
Embedded Vector and Graph Database in Pure Go
This repository provides a Python implementation of the SQVect algorithm, which is a novel approach for approximate nearest neighbor search. The algorithm aims to achieve efficient and accurate similarity search in high-dimensional vector spaces.
Show HN: Librediffusion: C++ / CUDA Reimplementation of StreamDiffusion
LibreDiffusion is an open-source text-to-image generation model based on Stable Diffusion, allowing users to create high-quality images from text descriptions without requiring a powerful GPU or cloud computing resources.
Apple's Xcode Now Supports the Claude Agent SDK
Anthropic announces the release of the Claude Agent SDK for Apple's Xcode development environment, enabling developers to easily integrate AI-powered chatbots and voice assistants into their iOS, iPadOS, and macOS applications.
LLMs fail in ways humans never would
The article discusses the author's journey of finding purpose and meaning in a world that often prioritizes productivity and materialism. It explores the author's personal experiences and insights on cultivating a fulfilling life beyond societal expectations.
Chinese Drywall
Chinese drywall is a construction material that was imported to the United States from China in the 2000s, leading to widespread reports of health issues and home damage. The article discusses the causes, effects, and response surrounding the Chinese drywall problem.
Attackers Are Turning Lovable into a Microsoft Phishing Machine
The article discusses the 'Lovable Vibecoding' phishing campaign, which targets individuals through malicious email attachments disguised as job offers or other attractive opportunities. The article aims to raise awareness about this phishing scheme and provide tips for recognizing and avoiding such deceptive practices.