How we lost communication to entertainment
The article discusses the evolution of communication and entertainment, exploring how digital technologies have transformed the way we interact, consume media, and experience the world around us. It examines the implications of these changes on our personal and social lives, highlighting both the benefits and challenges of the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
White House pushes to dismantle leading climate and weather research center
The White House is pushing to dismantle the leading climate and weather research center, the National Climate Assessment, which provides authoritative reports on the impacts of climate change in the United States. This move is seen as an effort to undermine the scientific consensus on climate change.
Say No to Palantir in the NHS
The article discusses efforts to prevent Palantir, a data analytics company, from obtaining a contract with the UK's National Health Service (NHS). It outlines concerns about Palantir's involvement in healthcare data and calls for action to stop the company's expansion into the NHS.
Rainbow Six Siege hacked as players get billions of credits and random bans
Rainbow Six Siege experienced a global server outage due to a hacking incident, disrupting gameplay for players worldwide. The game's developer, Ubisoft, is working to resolve the issue and restore normal operations.
Fathers’ choices may be packaged and passed down in sperm RNA
The article examines how a father's physical fitness can be passed down to offspring through RNA molecules in sperm. Researchers found that paternal exercise alters sperm RNA, which can impact the health and development of future generations.
Calendar
The article provides a calendar for the year 2026, including information on the days of the week, holidays, and notable events for that year.
Scientists edited genes in a living person and saved his life
Paper: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2504747
Pfizer ended up passing on my GLP-1 work back in the early '90s (2024)
https://web.archive.org/web/20240909093450/https://www.statn...
Functional programming and reliability: ADTs, safety, critical infrastructure
The article discusses the benefits of functional programming and algebraic data types (ADTs) in building reliable and safe critical infrastructure. It emphasizes how ADTs can improve code reliability, error handling, and overall safety in mission-critical systems.
How We Found Out About COINTELPRO (2014)
The article discusses how the public learned about the FBI's COINTELPRO program, which illegally monitored and disrupted domestic political organizations, through a group of activists who broke into an FBI field office and leaked the documents.
In 1995, a Netscape employee wrote a hack in 10 days that now runs the Internet
This article explores the story of how a Netscape employee, in just 10 days in 1995, created a hack that would eventually become the foundation of the modern internet's infrastructure, the Domain Name System (DNS).
The Dangers of SSL Certificates
The article discusses the potential dangers of SSL certificates, highlighting how they can be used to facilitate man-in-the-middle attacks and enable surveillance by malicious actors. It emphasizes the need for users to be cautious when encountering SSL certificates and to verify their legitimacy to protect against these security risks.
'Off switch' discovery could help clear our brains of a common parasite
https://journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/msphere.00438-25
Vaccinated dog tests positive for rabies, at least 13 people PEP so far
The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control has confirmed that a dog in Cook County, Illinois has tested positive for rabies. The public is advised to be cautious and report any potential animal exposures to the authorities.
Travel agents took 10 years to collapse, developers are three years in
This article explores the changing relationship between travel agents and software developers, highlighting how the rise of online booking platforms has transformed the travel industry and the roles of these two professions. It discusses the challenges and opportunities this shift has created for both travel agents and developers.
Cat Ownership Linked to Increased Risk of Schizophrenia, Research Suggests
A new study suggests that owning a cat may increase the risk of developing schizophrenia, possibly due to exposure to a common parasite found in cat feces. However, the researchers emphasize that the overall risk remains low and that cat ownership should not be a cause for undue concern.
Travel agents took 10 years to collapse. Developers are 3 years in
This article explores the changing relationship between travel agents and software developers, highlighting how the rise of online booking platforms has transformed the travel industry and the roles of these two professions. It discusses the challenges and opportunities this shift has created for both travel agents and developers.
Legal sports betting linked to sharp increases in violent crime
A study found that the legalization of sports betting in the United States is associated with a significant increase in violent crime, indicating potential social costs that policymakers should consider when regulating the industry.
Bankruptcies are exploding across the economy
The article discusses the potential for a surge in bankruptcies across the economy, including small businesses, households, and corporations, as the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to linger into 2025.
Nick Fuentes and Groypers: How Bots Built America's Anti-Indian Hate Movement
The article explores the anti-Indian hate movement led by Nick Fuentes and his 'Groyper' followers, highlighting how foreign bots and disinformation campaigns have contributed to the growth of this movement in the United States.