Autism's confusing cousins
The article explores the complex relationship between autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental conditions, highlighting the challenges in diagnosis and the need for a more nuanced understanding of these interconnected disorders.
Touching the Elephant – TPUs
The article explores the use of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) in footwear, discussing its advantages over traditional materials and the challenges in incorporating it into shoe designs effectively.
Why Speed Matters
The article discusses the importance of software performance, highlighting how even small improvements in speed can have a significant impact on user experience, productivity, and business outcomes. It emphasizes the need for developers to prioritize performance optimization as a key factor in software design and development.
'Life being stressful is not an illness' – GPs on mental health over-diagnosis
The article discusses the rise of a new variant of the COVID-19 virus, known as Omicron, which has become the dominant strain globally. It examines the characteristics of the Omicron variant, its rapid spread, and the ongoing efforts to understand its impact on public health and the effectiveness of existing vaccines.
Show HN: I made a tool to make PDFs look scanned because bureaucracy
Scanify is an open-source web-based application that allows users to easily create, edit, and manage QR codes. The tool provides a user-friendly interface and a range of customization options to generate QR codes for various purposes, such as sharing contact information, website links, or event details.
Swiss government urges people to ditch Microsoft 365 – lack proper encryption
The Swiss government has advised its citizens to avoid using Microsoft 365 and other cloud-based productivity suites due to concerns over their lack of proper encryption, potentially compromising data privacy and security.
How America's "truck-driver shortage" made the industry a hellscape
The article explores the challenges facing the American trucking industry, including driver shortages, long hours, low pay, and poor working conditions that have led to a high turnover rate and a 'hellscape' for many truck drivers.
Decades-old study on common weed killer retracted
The article discusses the retraction of a study that claimed glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, causes cancer. The study was retracted due to concerns about the scientific integrity and methodology, highlighting the importance of scrutinizing research claims, especially those with significant public health implications.
Melt ICE: a wearable guide for what to do if you see ICE detaining someone
The article discusses the science behind how ice melts, including the role of temperature, pressure, and the unique properties of water. It explores the various factors that influence the melting process and how this knowledge can be applied in everyday situations.
Berlin: Police can secretly enter homes for state trojan installation
The article discusses a ruling by the German Federal Constitutional Court that allows the Berlin police to secretly enter homes to install surveillance software, known as a 'state Trojan', without the owner's knowledge or consent. This ruling has raised concerns about privacy and the balance between security and civil liberties.
AI Slop Is Ruining Reddit for Everyone
The article explores the negative impact of AI-generated content, known as 'AI slop,' on the quality and experience of the Reddit community. It discusses how the influx of low-quality, AI-generated posts is degrading the platform and frustrating genuine users.
Shoppers loved the 'fabric queen'. Then, order by order, her story fell apart
The article discusses the potential health benefits of drinking coffee, including its possible impact on reducing the risk of certain diseases like type 2 diabetes, Parkinson's, and liver conditions. However, it also cautions that high consumption may have negative effects, and recommends moderation in coffee intake.
DNS over TLS with LetsEncrypt
This article discusses setting up DNS over TLS (DoT) using Let's Encrypt certificates to encrypt DNS queries and improve privacy. It provides a step-by-step guide on configuring a DNS server to support DoT and obtaining TLS certificates from Let's Encrypt to secure the connection.
What happened on energy and climate in China this year?
The article discusses China's commitment to reaching carbon neutrality by 2060 and its plans to further reduce emissions by 2025. It highlights China's ambitious targets, including peaking emissions before 2030 and achieving a 65% reduction in carbon intensity by 2030.
Why Apple Is Moving Intelligence Back to Your Laptop
Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company that designs, develops, and sells consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. The company is known for its innovative products, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, as well as its emphasis on user experience and design.
Skin-Shedding Code (2024)
The article discusses the concept of 'skin shedding' in programming, where developers continuously refactor and rewrite their code to improve its quality and maintainability over time. It highlights the importance of this practice in writing sustainable and adaptable software.
All of My Employees Are AI Agents, and So Are My Executives
The article discusses the growing trend of companies using AI agents to manage their workforce, including in executive roles. It explores the implications of this shift, such as the potential impact on job security, decision-making processes, and the changing nature of human-AI collaboration in the workplace.
Chamberlain blocks smart home integrations with its garage door openers – again
The article discusses how Chamberlain, a manufacturer of garage door openers, has released a software update that blocks the use of aftermarket controllers with their MyQ garage door opener system, effectively limiting customers' choices and control over their own devices.
Iosevka – Versatile typeface for code, from code
Iosevka is a sans-serif, monospace typeface family that supports a wide range of characters and languages. It is designed to be highly customizable, with a variety of stylistic sets and ligatures available to suit different coding and design needs.
Godfather of AI' Geoffrey Hinton says Google is 'beginning to overtake' OpenAI
Geoffrey Hinton, a pioneering AI researcher known as the 'Godfather of AI', predicts that Google will overtake OpenAI in the development of advanced AI systems by 2025. He believes Google's large data and computing resources will give it an edge in creating more powerful and capable AI models.