Spiritual Trauma: What It Is and Why It Feels Like Psychological PTSD

This article discusses a type of trauma that is not caused by traditional sources such as war or violence, but rather through spiritual experiences.

Modeling strategies in non-invasive spinal stimulation: perspectives on state-of-the-art

This article reviews the modeling strategies used in non-invasive spinal stimulation technologies, providing insights into current practices and future directions.

iOS Dev Tools: FRTMProxy, LLM Checker, PicoClaw

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Editorial: Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) for daily activities: innovations in EEG signal analysis and machine learning approaches

This editorial discusses advances in Brain-Computer Interfaces, focusing on innovative approaches in EEG signal analysis and machine learning that enhance the functionality of BCIs.

A case–control neuroimaging investigation of chronic Zika virus-infected adults

This original research article presents a case-control study examining neuroimaging findings in adults chronically infected with the Zika virus.

A Local Inhibitory Plasticity Rule for Control of Neuronal Firing Rate and Supralinear Dendritic Integration

This paper presents a new theory regarding the local inhibitory plasticity rule that could significantly impact understanding neuronal firing rates and dendritic integration processes.

Depression: Single dose of psychedelic drug shows lasting effect

Treatment with the psychedelic dimethyltryptamine, or DMT, alongside psychotherapy, can relieve severe depressive symptoms, a phase 2 trial has found.

Behavioral timescale synaptic plasticity: properties, elements and functions

Understanding how brains learn and remember remains among the most important challenges in science. Recent studies suggest that a new form of synaptic plasticity provides a basis for future explorations ranging from biochemistry to cognition.

Attractor dynamics of a whole-cortex network model predicts emergence and structure of fMRI co-activation patterns in the mouse brain

Author summary Whole-brain activity at rest transitions on a timescale of seconds between stereotyped co-activation patterns (CAPs), each with a distinct spatial profile of co-activation across different brain regions. CAPs have been robustly reported across …

FATE-MAP predicts teratogenicity and human gastrulation failure modes by integrating deep learning and mechanistic modeling

Human gastrulation and AI are often treated as black boxes. Here, the authors provide interpretability to both by combining stem cell models with AI and mechanistic modeling to understand how gastrulation can fail and to predict teratogenic risk.

Multimodal PET/MR imaging of prolonged disorders of consciousness: a pilot feasibility study

This study investigates the feasibility of using multimodal PET/MR imaging to assess prolonged disorders of consciousness, highlighting the potential of integrated imaging approaches in clinical settings.

Prediction of glioma-related epilepsy by Brain Age Index: a multicenter study

This multicenter study examines the efficacy of the Brain Age Index as a predictive tool for glioma-related epilepsy, supporting the integration of biomarkers in clinical assessments.

Glymphatic system dysfunction in temporal lobe epilepsy with hippocampal sclerosis: MRI-based evaluation of circulatory markers and disease progression

The study assesses glymphatic system dysfunction in patients with temporal lobe epilepsy, using MRI to evaluate circulatory markers and disease progression.

When Life Knocks You Down, What Helps You Stand Back Up?

This article focuses on fundamental beliefs about resilience and how they impact our ability to recover from setbacks.

New psychology research reveals how repetitive thinking primes involuntary memories

This research explores the connection between repetitive thought patterns and the triggering of involuntary memories, enhancing our understanding of cognitive processes.

What was Albert Einstein’s IQ?

This article discusses the implications of Albert Einstein's IQ, linking it to his remarkable contributions to science and impressions of intelligence.

Neuroscientists identify a unique feature in the brain’s wiring that predicts sudden epiphanies

Researchers have pinpointed specific neuroanatomical structures that are indicative of sudden insights or creative breakthroughs, contributing to our understanding of cognitive mechanisms.

An AI coding bot took down Amazon Web Services

Blames “user error, not AI error” for incident in December involving its Kiro tool.

Microsoft deletes blog telling users to train AI on pirated Harry Potter books

The now-deleted Harry Potter dataset was 'mistakenly' marked as public domain.

Lawsuit: ChatGPT told student he was “meant for greatness”—then came psychosis

“AI Injury Attorneys” target the chatbot design itself.

Google announces Gemini 3.1 Pro, says it’s better at complex problem-solving

Google says 3.1 Pro is ready for “your hardest challenges.”

Dao Foods Updates: 2025 Year in Review

As we step into the first days of the Year of the Fire Horse, all of us at Dao Foods extend our warmest wishes for the year ahead.

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Lipstick won't cure depression

The article explores the idea that superficial solutions cannot address deep-seated issues such as depression.

OCD, Depression & Entrepreneurship With Riley Sheehey

This podcast episode discusses the intersection of entrepreneurship, OCD, and depression from a personal perspective.

Your baby’s cord could be your future saviour

Discussion on the potential benefits of stem cell banking.

ZKsync Prividium: Banks' Secret Blockchain Weapon Revealed

An exploration of the uses and implications of ZKsync and how it can serve as a powerful tool for banks.

ZKsync and Phylax Launch Bank Stack: A Full-Scale Institutional Architecture Built on Ethereum

Details the collaboration between ZKsync and Phylax in deploying a robust banking architecture on Ethereum.

Deep Learning Weekly: Issue 443

This issue covers optimizing AI IDEs at scale, economic value benchmarks for agents, a paper on MemSkill, and more.

Deep Learning Weekly: Issue 442

This issue discusses Claude Opus 4.6, Codex leveraging in engineering, Weak-Driven Learning, and other innovations.

⬡ SureChEMBL 2.0: Rebuilding Patent Chemistry for the AI Era

This edition delves into SureChEMBL 2.0, exploring its functionalities and implications for patent chemistry in the context of artificial intelligence.

EMBL-EBI’s Enzyme Motif Miner, Arc Institute's RESPLICE, and Harvard’s MEDEA

The article summarizes recent developments in software tools for enzyme motif prediction and their significance for biological research.

What would it look like to communicate like nature?

This piece explores alternative communication strategies inspired by natural processes, reflecting on the limitations of current social media algorithms.

China recognises 16 companies as AI x Biomanufacturing pioneers

The article discusses the recognition of 16 companies in AI-driven biomanufacturing by the Chinese government.

Pison Perform Review After 511 Tests: This Wearable Tracks Brain Health, Reaction Time, & Decision Speed

The review discusses the Pison Perform device, a wearable technology that measures brain health metrics such as reaction time and decision speed, based on extensive testing.

Feedback-driven event-related potentials in conditional discrimination: insights from a matching-to-sample study

This original research article explores feedback-driven event-related potentials during conditional discrimination tasks based on a matching-to-sample paradigm.

China brain computer interface outfit accelerates to human trials in quest to outpace Neuralink — mix of government backing and investor enthusiasm speeds time to market for NeuroXess

China could overtake the US in brain computer interface (BCI) technology leadership thanks to streamlined planning, regulatory approval, and financing.

Depression: A Comprehensive Review of the  Leading Cause of Disability Worldwide

Depression is a pervasive and debilitating mental health disorder affecting millions worldwide, recognized as the leading cause of disability globally.

Fragile X study uncovers brain wave biomarker bridging humans and mice

A team of MIT researchers, backed by collaborators across the U.S. and in the U.K., identifies a biomarker in fragile X syndrome, the most common inherited autism form. Mice modeling the autism spectrum disorder exhibit the same pattern of differences in low-…

Mirror-gazing-induced dissociation impairs self-reported and implicit sense of agency: A causal investigation of dissociation and agency under controlled laboratory conditions

Dissociation and sense of agency disruptions are related, but the causal pattern between them is unknown. This two-phase study explored whether laboratory-induced dissociative experiences impair the sense of agency. Study 1 tested the feasibility of generatin…

The Correlation and Gut Microbial Characteristics in the Whole Spectrum of Alzheimer's Disease: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

This systematic review and meta-analysis investigates the correlation and characteristics of gut microbial diversity across the entire spectrum of Alzheimer's disease.

Neural signatures of impulsivity and neuroticism are largely distinct in youth

A study findings indicate that neural correlates associated with impulsivity and neuroticism help differentiate between these traits in youth. This research contributes to understanding the neurobiological basis of personality.

Ibogaine appears to trigger an accelerated “auto-psychotherapy” process during PTSD treatment

The study reveals that ibogaine may facilitate an accelerated psychotherapy process in PTSD treatment, highlighting its potential therapeutic role in treating trauma.

Scientists Reveal How Exercise Protects the Brain from Alzheimer’s

Research shows how physical activity prompts liver to release enzymes that help maintain blood-brain barrier integrity, reducing Alzheimer's risk.

Autism-Spectrum vs Schizophrenia-Spectrum

Is there another possible explanation?

OUR ONLY HOPE IS DECENTRALIZED MONEY AND ECONOMY! LET’S BUILD IT!

This podcast episode discusses the potential of decentralized money and the economy, emphasizing the need for collective efforts to build a decentralized future.

Ep. 647 How Bitcoin Can be Used as a Decentralized Payment System with Casey Ward

In this episode, Casey Ward discusses the applications of Bitcoin as a decentralized payment system, exploring its benefits and challenges.

Plastic in Your Testicles, AI Sleep Scans, The 29% Weight Loss Drug

This episode explores the impact of microplastics on male fertility, links between aging anxiety and biological aging, the weight loss drug Retatrutide, AI's potential in predicting disease from sleep, the effects of high altitude on diabetes, and new legislation regarding dietary supplement regulations.

A Physics Informed Neural Network (PINN) framework for fractional order modeling of Alzheimer's disease

This study presents a Physics Informed Neural Network (PINN) framework to model Alzheimer’s disease using fractional order calculus. The method aims to integrate prior knowledge into the learning process effectively.

EVAH: a new initiative to generate evidence for AI in health

The article announces the EVAH initiative which aims to produce robust evidence on AI technologies in low- and middle-income health settings.

Drug-controlled CAR T cells through the regulation of cell–cell interactions

Drug-controlled DROP-CARs enable reversible extracellular control of CAR T cell function via human-derived protein switches that modulate cell–cell interactions and support dual-antigen targeting as well as logic-gated signaling.

Doctors implant dopamine-producing stem cells in Parkinson’s patients

A groundbreaking clinical trial is testing whether specially engineered stem cells can help the brain restore its own dopamine production in people with Parkinson’s disease. Because the condition is driven by the gradual loss of dopamine-producing cells—leadi…

Scientists reveal how exercise protects the brain from Alzheimer’s

Exercise may sharpen the mind by repairing the brain’s protective shield. Researchers found that physical activity prompts the liver to release an enzyme that removes a harmful protein causing the blood-brain barrier to become leaky with age. In older mice, d…

DeFi Crypto Mutuum Finance Records 300% MUTM Growth With Over 19,000 Investors Since 2025

As we move deeper into 2026, the spotlight has shifted toward new crypto projects that combine technical delivery with a transparent and rewarding entry model. One name that has consistently appea…

Scientists identify a liver-to-brain signal that mimics exercise benefits

Researchers have discovered a signal from the liver to the brain that produces effects similar to those of physical exercise, potentially opening new avenues for treating metabolic diseases.

The effect of self-concealment on post-traumatic stress symptoms in breast cancer patients: The mediating role of experiential avoidance

Background Breast cancer is a major global health issue. It brings death threats or serious physical injuries to patients, and is a traumatic event that can seriously affect their mental health and lead to post-traumatic stress, which can lead to serious phys…

Immunometabolic determinants of long-term response in leukemia patients receiving CD19 CAR T cell therapy

Most patients with B-cell leukemia respond to chimeric antigen receptor T cell (CAR T) therapy, yet many relapse due to loss of CAR T function. Here, the authors show that the metabolism of CAR T from short- and long-term responders is different, which may ex…

Scientists Grew Mini Brains, Then Trained Them to Solve an Engineering Problem

A few blobs of lab-grown brain tissue have demonstrated a striking proof of concept: living neural circuits can be nudged toward solving a classic control problem through carefully structured feedback.

Praxis Precision Medicines Provides Corporate Update and Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Financial Results

Two new drug applications (NDA) for ulixacaltamide in essential tremor (ET) and for relutrigine in SCN2A and SCN8A developmental and epileptic encephalopathies (DEEs) have been submitted to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

‘An AlphaFold 4’ – scientists marvel at DeepMind drug spin-off’s exclusive new AI

Isomorphic Lab’s proprietary drug-discovery model is a major advance, but scientists developing open-source tools are left guessing how to achieve similar results.

Insurer to Pay Millions Over Alleged Ghost Network for Mental Health Care

EmblemHealth has agreed to a $2.5 million settlement regarding allegations over providing misleading information about their mental health provider network.

The bridging role of gut microbiota-derived metabolites in neuropathic pain comorbid with anxiety

This review explores the connection between gut microbiota metabolites, neuropathic pain, and comorbid anxiety disorders, emphasizing the gut-brain axis.

After the Readout: How the Field Is Interpreting Compass’ Phase 3 Psilocybin Data

Researchers, clinicians and executives react to Compass Pathways’ second positive Phase 3 psilocybin readout in treatment-resistant depression.

OpenAI Drops EVMbench After Claude Vibe Code Disaster

The post discusses OpenAI's decision to discontinue EVMbench following a significant code-related issue.

Creatine: The Longevity Supplement Hiding in Plain Sight

The article discusses how creatine, often seen as a supplement for bodybuilders, has potential longevity benefits that have been overlooked.

Causal AI in Clinical Trials: Vin Singh of BullFrog AI

How does causal AI improve clinical trial outcomes by turning messy real-world datasets into actionable biomarker insights?

Decentralized Radio

A podcast exploring the principles of decentralization and its implications for various sectors, including technology, finance, and society.

Synchron Debuts First Thought-Controlled iPad Experience Using Apple’s New BCI Human Interface Device Protocol

Synchron has introduced a groundbreaking BCI that allows users to control an iPad using thought alone, leveraging Apple's new human interface device protocol.

Inside voice: what can our thoughts reveal about the nature of consciousness? – podcast

A podcast discussing the insights of scientists and philosophers studying consciousness, revealing the mysteries surrounding our inner experiences.

Inside voice: what can our thoughts reveal about the nature of consciousness?

An exploration of consciousness and self-awareness, discussing what our thoughts can reveal about our internal world.

Mental health tool, which includes Tetris, stops intrusive flashbacks

This article discusses the efficacy of a new mental health tool which incorporates Tetris to combat intrusive flashbacks associated with PTSD.

Some Brain Cells Resist Dementia, And Scientists Finally Know Why

Some brain cells can resist the toxic processes associated with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

Odds & Ends: February 20, 2026

Aerobic Exercise Proves Just as Effective as Antidepressants in Large Review. We’ve talked about the mental health benefits of exercise on AoM for years, and I’m fond of saying that if you struggle with depression and aren’t regularly exercising, you haven’t …

Popular online puzzle game can help reduce PTSD symptoms

Researchers found that some people who engaged with the puzzle game as part of PTSD treatment experienced a significant reduction in flashbacks

Block it out: Tetris can help tackle memories of past trauma

Experts have called the findings "a real breakthrough" and claim the impact of the study could be "enormous".

Crypto VC funding surging again sounds like a rally, until you trace where the money actually lands

Dragonfly Capital closed its fourth fund at $650 million this week, the same size as its 2022 vehicle, raised into a venture market Fortune calls a “mass extinction event.” The headline reads like a vote of confidence: institutional capital returning, crypto …

Why do psychedelics cause vivid hallucinations? #science

How brain input and memory get unbalanced New experiments suggest psychedelic compounds change the brain’s internal trade off between incoming sensory signals and stored memories. Rather than simply amplifying imagery, the drugs appear to weaken the flow of f…

Central Nervous System Therapeutics Market Growth Accelerates to USD 285.72 Billion by 2035 with Strong Investment in Neuropharma Innovations

According to Precedence Research, the global central nervous system therapeutic market size will grow from USD 138.62 billion in 2026 to nearly USD 285.72 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 8.64% from 2026 to 2035 According to Precedence Research, the gl…

Witness: Corinth veteran struggled with mental health before his death - Valley News

A military veteran suffering from PTSD took his life during a mental health crisis. His partner hopes sharing his story will encourage others to seek help.

Towards precision medicine in Tourette syndrome: a perspective on AI-driven predictive modelling and personalised care

This review discusses the application of AI-driven predictive modeling for personalized care in Tourette syndrome, emphasizing the importance of precision medicine.

Probability-Invariant Random Walk Learning on Gyral Folding-Based Cortical Similarity Networks for Alzheimer's and Lewy Body Dementia Diagnosis

The study presents a novel framework for classifying individualized gyral folding networks in Alzheimer's and Lewy Body Dementia patients without explicit node alignment, demonstrating improved performance over existing models.

Q1 2026 Psychedelic Drug Development Pipeline: Bullseye Charts

We present the psychedelic drug development pipeline in two ‘bullseye chart’ formats, as of Q1 2026.

Organoid study reveals shared brain pathways across autism-linked variants

This study investigates shared brain pathways linked to autism variants using organoid models.

We All Speak Music: The Brain’s Constant Search for Harmony

New research shows that even without formal training, we all use deep musical context to predict the next note.

Teen Cannabis Use Doubles Psychosis and Bipolar Risk

New research confirms that teen cannabis use doubles the risk of severe psychiatric disorders in young adulthood, suggesting significant implications for mental health interventions.

Scientists Reveal Why Human Language Isn’t Like Computer Code

New insights into the structure of human language and its inherent flexibility, contrasting with rigid computer code.

Essentials: Optimize Your Exercise Program with Science-Based Tools | Jeff Cavaliere

The episode discusses optimal strategies for exercise programs based on scientific principles.

NIH director Bhattacharya to temporarily run CDC

NIH director Bhattacharya will take on a temporary role at the CDC, focusing on health policy and reform.

A Global Approach to Cognitive Dysfunction as a Framework for Neurodivergence

This paper proposes a global approach to distinguishing between cognitive function and dysfunction, aimed at understanding neurodivergence within the context of psychiatry.

Clene to Present at the Emerging Growth Conference

SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clene Inc. (Nasdaq: CLNN) (along with its subsidiaries, “Clene”) and its wholly owned subsidiary Clene Nanomedicine Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on improving mitochondrial health an…

Investigation on the cutting-infiltration integrated strategy based on medical waterjet for targeted drug delivery

The integration of cutting and anesthesia within a single surgical instrument presents a significant opportunity to increase precision and reduce mechanical injury. This study introduces an innovative integrated water jet system that synergistically combines …

Interview with EBRAINS CSO Viktor Jirsa: “The EBRAINS Roadmap is a shared vision and implementation plan for the next decade of neuroscience in Europe”

In this interview, EBRAINS Chief Science Officer Viktor Jirsa answers common questions about the EBRAINS 10-Year Roadmap, and invites you to contribute.

Enhanced medical image segmentation using optimized bidirectional LSTM and dolphin partner optimizer

Medical imaging has become a standard in diagnosing and treating how organs and tissues operate. In earlier systems, machine learning approaches were used for segmentation over a long period. Thus, processing and analyzing these medical images are highly impo…

Degradation graphs reveal hidden proteolytic activity in peptidomes

Author summary Proteins are continuously broken down into smaller fragments called peptides, a process known as proteolysis. This controlled degradation shapes the proteome, regulates signaling, and generates bioactive molecules involved in immunity, inflamma…

Alzheimer’s blood tests predict the average age at which the disease may strike, study finds

Tests that could reveal when Alzheimer’s disease will emerge, while promising, are not ready for use in otherwise healthy people, scientists say

Show HN: LexPrep – Open-source toolkit for linguistic stimulus preparation

Hi HN,I built LexPrep during my Master’s in Cognitive Neuroscience because preparing lexical datasets for reading experiments was taking me hours every week.Most NLP libraries I tried were powerful but too general for psycholinguistics workflows. I needed som…

Praxis Precision price target raised by $200 at Truist, here's why

See the rest of the story here. legacy.thefly.com provides the latest financial news as it breaks. Known as a leader in market intelligence, The Fly's real-time, streaming news feed keeps individual investors, professional money managers, active traders, and…

How Viagra might help ward off dementia: study

In the hunt to ward off dementia, research out of the UK this week looked to assess whether existing drugs could be repurposed to fight the memory-robbing illness.

How to change a memory

Neuroscientist Steve Ramirez sees memory as a way to time travel. But what if we could edit our memories?

Compass, with Phase 3 hits, ready to take psilocybin to the FDA

The company plans to meet with the FDA to discuss a rolling approval application for ‘COMP360,’ a synthetic form of psilocybin that could become the first ‘classic’ psychedelic cleared for the U.S. market.

GDF15 – a potential novel biomarker of cognitive impairment in cervical dystonia

This study investigates GDF15 as a novel biomarker for assessing cognitive impairment associated with cervical dystonia.

Construction of a classification model for dementia among Brazilian adults aged 50 and over

This paper discusses the development of a dementia classification model utilizing data from over 9,000 Brazilian adults, highlighting significant predictors of dementia and advocating for public health policies focused on brain health.

Study Shows Cognitive Recovery in Psychosis

A decade-long study reveals how the brain’s 'growth chart' can predict recovery and treatment success in people with psychosis, suggesting new targets for rehabilitation.

The Biophysical World Inside a Jam-Packed Cell

Innovations in imaging and genetic engineering are coming together to probe the biophysics of cytoplasm inside living animals.

Design de Comunidades Como Infraestrutura para Network States

Discusses the necessity of architects for creating communities, focusing on infrastructure for network states.

End of Universal Crypto Cost Basis

Wallet-by-Wallet Crypto Tax Tracking Starts in 2025 (File in 2026)

Bacterial ghosts embedded in natural hydrogels as drug delivery vehicles for cancer treatment

RSC Adv., 2026, 16,10400-10417DOI: 10.1039/D6RA00738D, Paper Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Arzanish Mehmood, Sadia Masood, Talha Farooq Khan, Danial Asghar, Ayeesha MujeebSchematic overvie…

Aptos eyes tokenomics overhaul to scale APT deflation

The Aptos Foundation is set to propose new tokenomics and policy changes related to developer grants, while also exploring a token buyback program.

Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. (PRAX) Gains Analyst Confidence With Ulixacaltamide

Needham Bullish on Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. (NBIX) Pipeline Amid 2026 Growth Expectations for Crenessity and Ingrezza

Praxis Precision price target raised by $55 at Deutsche Bank

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Axsome Therapeutics price target raised by $13 at Mizuho

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Analysts Bullish on COMPASS Pathways plc (CMPS) Following Psychedelics Symposium and Model Updates

COMPASS Pathways plc (NASDAQ:CMPS) is among the 7 Most Promising Psychedelic Stocks According to Hedge Funds. COMPASS Pathways plc (NASDAQ:CMPS) is given...

Nurses, NYC Health System Reach Tentative Deal to End City's Largest Nursing Strike

The proposal now goes to union members for a vote to resolve the labor dispute affecting a major health system in New York City.

Psychedelics stocks rise as Compass’ psilocybin drug heads to FDA

Shares of at least four other developers were up by mid-single digits to low-double digits at certain points on Tuesday.

Editorial: Neurobiological basis of substance use disorders: new findings and perspectives

This editorial highlights the latest research findings on the neurobiological underpinnings of substance use disorders, presenting new perspectives on treatment and understanding.

Your DNA Might Be the Reason Music and Art Gives You Chills

A study of 15,500 people reveals that genetics account for 30% of why people experience "aesthetic chills" from music and art.

Peak XV raises $1.3B, doubles down on AI as global VC rivalry in India heats up

Peak XV has successfully raised $1.3 billion to enhance its AI-focus amid intensifying competition among venture capital firms in India.

What Web3 Founders Ignore? | Coindoo Sale Live

The biggest blind spot in Web3 isn’t product. It’s positioning.

A Practical Framework for Web3 Project Growth | Coindoo Sale Live Now!

Why the Year of the Dragon Is the Perfect Visibility Window?

Bureaucracy now consumes most of your health care spending [PODCAST]

Vascular surgeon Paula Muto discusses her article on the impact of administrative bloat on health care costs and services.

What is software now?

A topic discussing the current state and concepts of software, with multiple replies and engagement from community members.

Can animals get PTSD from fireworks?

Can Animals Get PTSD from Fireworks? The Hidden Scars of Celebration Yes, animals can develop PTSD-like symptoms after traumatic events, including those triggered by fireworks. While the definitive diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in animals…

Aptos Eyes Structural Shift to Capped Supply in Deflation Strategy, What It Means for Investors

Aptos is preparing a major economic shift of moving from open-ended token issuance to a capped, potentially deflationary supply model. This change aims to align APT supply more closely with network activity, marking a transition from its growth-focused, incen…

Singapore authorities warn against illegal injectable peptides sold online for weight loss, muscle gain

Peptides, which must be prescribed in Singapore, have become popular among many fitness influencers, trainers and enthusiasts around the world.

Regimen – Track peptides, GLP-1s, and compounds with reminders

Track peptides, GLP-1s, and compounds with reminders

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Show HN: OctoFlow – A GPU-native programming language

I built a general-purpose programming language where the GPU is the primary execution target, not an afterthought. Most languages treat GPU as "write a kernel, dispatch it, copy results back." OctoFlow flips it — data lives on the GPU by default. The CPU han…

Trump mulls Australia-style social media BAN for U.S. teens

U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly exploring a potential nationwide ban on social media for minors, inspired by Australia’s strict under-16 restrictions. Lara Trump revealed discussions with Trump about the neurological harms of screen addiction, citin…

Hickman's 'courageous' slopestyle recovery a sign of things to come

In a Winter Olympics beset by both glory and injury, Ally Hickman's heavy fall in the snowboard slopestyle could have turned a happy day into another disappointing one. Instead, the young Aussie showed her grit to get back up and go again.

Prince William Opens Up About When He Realized His Mental Health Was “Deteriorating”

In a candid interview with BBC Radio 1, Prince William recounted his journey of emotional awareness and confronting trauma in an effort to change the tides of Britain's mental health crisis.

'It helps to vocalize it' | Mental health resources available for police after loss of fellow officer

When police officers lose one of their own in the line of duty, it takes a toll physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Endometriosis and PMDD public meeting to be held in Ballymun on Thursday evening

A public meeting on endometriosis and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is scheduled in Ballymun to raise awareness.

Interplay Between Ligand Field Strength and the Nephelauxetic Effect in Chromium(III) Complexes with Anionic Amido Ligands

Chem. Sci., 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5SC09069E, Edge Article Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Polina Yaltseva, Benjamin Wittwer, Daniel Leitner, Florian Rochus Neururer, Frank T…

A Simple Blood Test Could Eventually Tell You When Alzheimer’s Is Coming

WashU researchers have created a model that can seemingly predict a person's symptoms of Alzheimer's within a few years.

Praxis Precision reports Q4 EPS ($3.50), consensu ($3.13),

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Grey’s Anatomy star Eric Dane dies of ALS: Neuros explain what’s it all about and how many Indians are at risk

It affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, paralysing the muscles and making it harder for people to move, talk, eat and breathe independently

What is ALS, the disease that killed actor Eric Dane?

ALS is slightly more common in men and tends to strike in midlife.

What is ALS and what are the symptoms and causes?

The progressive neurodegenerative disease Eric Dane had affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord

Eric Dane: What is ALS? The motor neurone disease Grey’s Anatomy ‘McSteamy’ actor died from,

'McSteamy' actor died less than a year after being diagnosed with the incurable disease.

What is ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease?

The fatal nervous system disease known as ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease, killed actor Eric Dane less than a year after he announced his diagnosis

Hume Band (2026 CONSUMER REPORT): Revolutionary "Metabolic Momentum Protocol" Redefines Personal Health Monitoring and Longevity

The new Hume Band is at the forefront of a 2026 wellness revolution, using its advanced sensor technology and proprietary Metabolic Momentum score to provide users with unprecedented insights into their biological age and long-term health trajectory. The new …

The First ‘Surveillance Smartphone’ with Thermal Imaging and Night-Vision Cameras: Ulefone Armor 27T Pro+

The First ‘Surveillance Smartphone’ with Thermal Imaging and Night-Vision Cameras: Ulefone Armor 27T Pro+Ulefone has a knack for designing rugged phones tagged with unique features that make them unique. Case in point, the Armor 30 Pro with a...

Rugged beast of a phone packs thermal and night vision for field pros

Chinese rugged phone maker Ulefone has equipped its new Armor 27T Pro+ model with an unusual party trick for a smartphone: a triple camera system that includes both thermal imaging and dedicated infrared night vision. While rugged phones typically focus on su…

Polymer matrix drives thermal stimulation-caused dynamic phosphorescence in dispersed chromophores

Polymer matrices are widely explored for room-temperature phosphorescent materials, but their effects on photophysical properties remain insufficiently explored. Here, the authors report a study considering the electronic and steric impacts of the matrix on t…

Biotech investor set to lead US National Science Foundation

If confirmed by the US Senate, Jim O'Neill would be the first non-scientist or engineer to lead the agency, a big funder of US basic research.

AI health ATMs, file managers and mental health companions: How startups are transforming healthcare access and diagnostics

Tech innovators unveil AI tools at the AI Impact Summit. They reduce hospital visits, organise medical records and expand healthcare access

Trump Wants Veterans to Lose Benefits As Soon As Their PTSD Symptoms Are Treated. There’s One Problem With That.

FDA reverses course on Moderna’s flu vaccine

In response to a query from BioPharma Dive, an HHS spokesperson said the FDA will “maintain its high standards during drug review and potential licensure stages.”

Effects of Chronic High-Altitude Exposure on Memory Function in Indigenous Highland Junior High School Students: Behavioral and Electroencephalographic Evidence

This research investigates the cognitive effects of long-term high-altitude exposure on memory function in highland junior high school students through behavioral and EEG assessments.

Device-Centric ISAC for Exposure Control via Opportunistic Virtual Aperture Sensing

This paper discusses a device-centric Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) approach, focusing on optimizing exposure control through innovative virtual aperture sensing techniques.

FDA Shifts to One Pivotal Trial and Moderna Flu Shot Back Under FDA Review – This Week in Biotech #90

This article discusses the recent changes in FDA protocols regarding trials, the new review status of Moderna's flu shot, and highlights the latest updates in biotech.

Full Speed Ahead — To the Future and Beyond

Why Infrastructure Growth Matters More Than Short-Term Price

A Weekend Reflection for PhDs Applying Beyond Academia

Why diving deep into companies and job descriptions is the fastest way to separate yourself from the pack.

The Rebellion Must Be Decentralized

'The Corruptors' Are Too Powerful and Too Good At Corrupting Centralized Systems. Anything Centralized Will Become Corrupted.

Mnemonic agency?

This article explores the concept of mnemonic agency, discussing issues of memory and agency within social interactions.

Rural health care crisis: Can telemedicine close the gap?

Explores the impact of rural hospital closures and the potential role of telemedicine in addressing access issues.

The misuse of hormone therapy in menopause care

Explores the challenges and risks of hormone replacement therapy in menopause care.

Some big news for the local AI ecosystem has dropped

A recent post highlighting significant updates regarding advancements in the local AI technology scene.

Setting up a xSIID NFC + LED Implant for access panel at work

A discussion about the implementation of an NFC implant for workplace access.

Researchers of the Skoltech AI Center receive Government of Russia Letters of Appreciation for contributions to AI ...

Researchers from the Skoltech AI Center have been honored with letters of appreciation from the Government of Russia for their significant contributions to the field of artificial intelligence.

NIH halts arm of clinical trial evaluating a potential stroke treatment

Study found low-dose rivaroxaban to be unsafe and ineffective compared to standard of care.

How Do Workers Think About The Costs and Benefits of Freelance Work? New Evidence From a Survey Experiment

This paper examines how workers perceive the trade-offs of freelancing through a novel survey design, exploring perceptions of jobs and their effects on take-home pay.

Why do you shake when deer hunting?

Why Do You Shake When Deer Hunting? The Science Behind the Shivers The intense cold, nerve-wracking anticipation, and the physiological responses to stress all contribute to why you shake when deer hunting. This involuntary trembling is a common experience, o…

Insurer Agrees to Pay Millions for Failing to Fix Errors That Made It Harder for Customers to Get Mental Health Care

EmblemHealth will compensate customers who paid out of pocket for mental health care because they couldn’t secure an appointment with a provider listed as being in-network. It also pledged to take additional steps to fix its provider directory.

The Macroeconomic Effects of Tariffs: Evidence From U.S. Historical Data

This working paper studies the macroeconomic impacts of tariff policy using historical U.S. data spanning from 1840 to 2024, presenting new insights on tariff fluctuations.

A dynamical anthrax toxin nanopore biosensor for high-fidelity single-peptide classification

Author summary Most nanopore sensors function like static molecular calipers, identifying molecules based solely on their size as they pass through a fixed channel. However, this approach often struggles to distinguish chemically similar molecules without ave…

A Major Study Just Confirmed The Best Time To Eat Your Last Meal

Good news, early birds. The case for an earlier breakfast just got stronger<br>

It's Not Just What You Eat, but When You Eat That Matters

A newly published study shows that stopping to eat at least three hours before bedtime has demonstrable benefits for heart health.

These Are The Best Foods For Your Brain, According To A Nutritional Psychiatrist

Ever wonder what a brain health expert puts in their shopping cart? 

Heart health: Fasting for 12+ hours overnight may lower blood pressure

Overnight fasting, or time-restricted eating, for at least 12 hours may benefit cardiovascular health, and help lower blood pressure while improving blood sugar, according to a new study.

Longevity: Can NAD supplements really slow down aging?

Can NAD supplementation help slow down aging and boost longevity? A longevity expert explains explains what we should know.

Racial Bias in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Psychosis

Schizophrenia has been historically overdiagnosed in Black individuals. To minimize bias, clinicians can ask themselves three questions.

Asha Sharma named EVP and CEO, Microsoft Gaming - The Official Microsoft Blog

This article announces Asha Sharma's appointment as the Executive Vice President and CEO of Microsoft Gaming, discussing her vision and leadership approach.

ndx-rate-maps added to PyPI

NWB extension for storing rate maps (spatial firing rate maps, tuning curves)

frontier model training methodologies

How do labs train a frontier, multi-billion parameter model? We look towards seven open-weight frontier models: Hugging Face’s SmolLM3, Prime Intellect’s Intellect 3, Nous Research’s Hermes 4, OpenAI’s gpt-oss-120b, Moonshot’s Kimi K2, DeepSeek’s DeepSeek-R1,…

Show HN: Learn GPU programming with coding agents

Everyone talks about AI-assisted learning. Here's what it actually looks like. A 155-message journey from zero WebGPU knowledge to a working MNIST classifier, with the entire conversation captured and browsable.

Show HN: A physically-based GPU ray tracer written in Julia

We ported pbrt-v4 to Julia and built it into a Makie backend. Any Makie plot can now be rendered with physically-based path tracing.Julia compiles user-defined physics directly into GPU kernels, so anyone can extend the ray tracer with new materials and media…

Colorism: An Underrecognized Mental Health Issue

What happens when your therapist doesn’t understand colorism? Learn why this blind spot harms clients and what clinicians must do differently.

‘I do not believe AI should do therapy’ – I asked a psychologist what worries the people trying to make AI safer

A psychologist and AI risk advisor explains the real-world risks developers and users aren’t fully seeing.

Voltage-controlled topological spin textures in the monolayer limit

The authors observed the electric field-induced generation and manipulation of topological spin textures at the monolayer limit using the topological magneto-optical effect.

Mastodon is testing easier ways to get you started in the fediverse

New users on the decentralized social network Mastodon could soon have an easier time getting started. Mastodon is running "onboarding experiments" to test ways to improve the new user experience, starting with default server recommendations. Now when new use…

Before We Blame AI For Suicide, We Should Admit How Little We Know About Suicide

Warning: This article discusses suicide and some research regarding suicidal ideation. If you are having thoughts of suicide, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or visit this list of resources for help. Know that people care abou…

Wells Fargo Cautious on Praxis Precision (PRAX) After Recent Revenue Estimates

Tracking SARS-CoV-2 genomic variants in wastewater sequencing data with LolliPop

Author summary Wastewater-based epidemiology has become a valuable tool for tracking viruses like SARS-CoV-2 across entire communities. Sequencing wastewater can reveal which viral variants are circulating, offering early insights into variant dynamics while …

Discovery of tunable and soluble organic emitters for solid-state lasers with a self-driving laboratory

Organic lasers, known for their colour purity, are emerging as next-generation light emitters. Here, the authors use a self-driving laboratory to discover soluble red-shifted emitters and automate the search for solution-processable laser dyes.

OpenAI pits AI agents against each other to red team smart contracts

OpenAI, along with Paradigm and Ottersec, has released the EVMbench research paper, looking at how well different AI models can detect, patch up, and exploit smart contract vulnerabilities.

This DIY ESP32 coaster will make sure you drink your water, or else

You don't want to make it mad.

The mostly ignored treatment for drinking too much

People are using GLP-1s to cut back on alcohol use disorder, but there are already three FDA-approved drugs: naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram.

Study reveals how SUGARY DRINKS sabotage teens’ mental health

A new meta-analysis reveals adolescents who regularly consume sodas, fruit juices and energy drinks face a 34% higher risk of anxiety disorders compared to those who avoid them. Rapid blood sugar spikes, brain inflammation, caffeine overload and nutritional d…

ShadAR: LLM-driven shader generation to transform visual perception in Augmented Reality

The paper introduces ShadAR, an innovative system that leverages large language models (LLMs) for shader generation in augmented reality (AR) applications, enhancing user visual experience and interaction.

Open-source benchmark EVMbench tests how well AI agents handle smart contract exploits

Smart contract exploits continue to drain funds from blockchain projects, even as auditing tools and bug bounty programs grow. The problem is tied to how Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) contracts work: code is deployed permanently, runs autonomously, and often…

PAIRNet: Predicting PIWI cleavage specificity via position-aware RNA interaction modeling

Author summary Small RNA systems like miRNA and siRNA—honored by Nobel Prizes—play vital roles in biology. As another key member, piRNA works with PIWI proteins to defend genomes by cutting viruses and mobile genetic elements. However, unlike miRNA and siRNA,…

The #1 Strength Exercise To Undo Years Of Slouching & Spinal Strain

Time to fix the bad habit we are all guilty of

Spike in Earth vibrations could be scrambling brains with bizarre ‘ringing’ noise

We can feel the electricity in the air.

Sonic Labs Launches Spawn, the First AI Platform for Building Web3 Apps From Natural Language

Previewed LIVE at ETHDenver 2026, Spawn eliminates the barrier to smart contract coding, allowing anyone to build and deploy complete Web3 applications from a single prompt DENVER, February 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AI-powered builder tools have accelerated We…

‘The U.S. government betrayed them’: Pardoned Army veteran pleads for clemency for imprisoned brother-in-arms

'Because of these diagnoses, he was technically nondeployable, but they deployed him anyway'

Trump’s VA Found a New Way to Cut Disability Compensation for Vets

Donald Trump's Department of Veterans Affairs announced changes to disability ratings affecting veterans' compensation.

VA backs off rule that would have cut benefits amid outrage - CNN

Veterans Affairs has pulled back on a controversial disability rule after public outrage.

VA halts implementation of controversial disability rating rule following backlash - Military Times

VA halts implementation of a new disability rating rule after backlash from veterans groups.

In rare move, Veterans Affairs pulls back on controversial disability rule - The Washington Post

Veterans Affairs reverses course on a disability rule after public backlash and veteran group opposition.

VA halts enforcement of new benefits rule after sparking outrage | CNN Politics

The Department of Veterans Affairs is halting enforcement of a new rule for determining disability payments after veterans expressed outrage.

Show HN: Clawbernetes – Replace kubectl with conversation (Rust)

Clawbernetes turns OpenClaw into an AI-native infrastructure manager. Instead of YAML, Helm charts, and kubectl — you have a conversation."Deploy Llama 70B on the node with the most VRAM" → agent selects the best node, pulls the image, starts the container wi…

This ‘Machine Eye’ Could Give Robots Superhuman Reflexes

Running on a brain-like chip, the 'eye' could help robots and self-driving cars make split-second decisions.

They Call It the 'Wolverine Peptide.' And Everyone from Biohackers to the Marathoner Next Door Wants It Now.

What to know about BPC-157, one of the most popular peptides in fitness circles due to its reputation for healing tendons and ligaments. Despite widespread adoption, there are as many questions as answers.

The Longevity Scam

Pouring some cold water on cold plunges

Real-time detection of WeChat moments interface blocking behavior and generation of generational user personas based on YOLOv5

Scientific Reports - Real-time detection of WeChat moments interface blocking behavior and generation of generational user personas based on YOLOv5

Steady-state and time-resolved near-infrared photoluminescence of [M1Ag24(SR)18]n− (M = Ag, Au, Pt, Pd, Ni) nanoclusters

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5CP04426J, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.

AI agents not worth the cost as humans still cheaper: Tech execs

AI agent adoption in the workplace may be limited if humans can perform the same tasks just as efficiently for a lower cost, says tech investors Jason Calacanis and Chamath Palihapitiya.

OpenAI’s latest paper exposes the risks of AI in smart contracts

AI can now drain crypto contracts in seconds, so why is finding bugs still its biggest weakness?

The challenges of measuring AI literacy

Measuring student understanding in computing education is not an easy task. As AI literacy becomes an important pillar in computing education, defining and accurately measuring students’ understanding of concepts and their skills is an even greater challenge.…

Lario Therapeutics awarded $2.4m to advance calcium channel platform

Funding from MJFF and Wellcome supports expansion into Parkinson’s and PTSD.

Mikrobiomik secures approval for gut‑microbiota therapy for C difficile infection

Basque company becomes first authorised under new European SoHO rules.

Neural Implicit Representations for 3D Synthetic Aperture Radar Imaging

This paper introduces neural implicit representations in the context of 3D synthetic aperture radar imaging, aiming to enhance imaging capabilities and efficiency.

The Effectiveness of a Virtual Reality-Based Training Program for Improving Body Awareness in Children with Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder

This study assesses the effectiveness of a virtual reality training program designed to enhance body awareness in children diagnosed with Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

What Do LLMs Associate with Your Name? A Human-Centered Black-Box Audit of Personal Data

This paper conducts a human-centered audit to explore the associations that Large Language Models (LLMs) make with individual names based on personal data.

Modeling Distinct Human Interaction in Web Agents

The paper details a model of human interaction with web agents, focusing on understanding how agents can best respond to human actions within various contexts.

Explaining Covert Narcissistic Abuse When They Can't Relate

This article addresses the challenges of explaining covert narcissistic abuse, especially to those who have not experienced it themselves.

MAHA moms threaten to turn this car around as RFK Jr. flips on pesticide

MAHA members call movement a “sham” after Kennedy supports glyphosate order.

Controversial NIH director now in charge of CDC, too, in RFK Jr. shake-up

The unusual dual role has renewed criticism of Bhattacharya’s lack of leadership.

Hallucinogen DMT an effective antidepressant in small clinical trial

Effectiveness appears to correlate with self-described mystical experience.

India’s Sarvam launches Indus AI chat app as competition heats up

Sarvam introduces an AI chat application titled Indus, aiming to capture the growing demand for AI-driven communication tools amidst increasing competition.

Anthropic-funded group backs candidate attacked by rival AI super PAC

A political candidate receives backing from a group funded by Anthropic, amidst a backdrop of clashes with AI-focused political action committees.

SciShots: Nervous and immune systems team up to take on parasites

Pain-sensing neurons in the intestine give marching orders to the immune system to kick off an attack against parasites.

My Advice is: You Always Have to Keep Persevering.

The article emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the face of challenges.

Ethereum News. Feb 20, 2026

Ethereum News featuring Compound Finance, Securitize, Balancer, Aave, Sharplink, and more.

Ethereum News. Feb 19, 2026

Ethereum News featuring Base, World Chain, Octant, Solidity, Privacy Pools, and more.

The POTS-Autism Connection

A lived perspective of how they feel so intrinsically connected

The biggest challenge of AI is freeing and nourishing natural intelligence

AI will enable new human activity not imagined hitherto, to realise that potential, education must train young minds to develop critical thinking and imagination

Dataset Update - Mind the Gaps

Discussion about the latest updates and potential gaps in the dataset related to the Deep Past Challenge - Translate Akkadian to English.

Model Explainability

Discussion centered around the explainability of models in the context of the Predicting Heart Disease competition.

AI is Acceleration

The article discusses the author's reflections on their journey from AI research to their current roles as an economist and futurist.

Reviewing locum tenens agreements: Look beyond the hourly rate

Emphasizes the importance of clarity in locum tenens agreements beyond just the hourly rate.

Kick streaming?

A discussion revolving around streaming platforms and their viability in today's market.

Bio mechanical animals

Discussion thread focused on bio-mechanical animal projects and innovations.

Cognitive speed training over weeks may delay the diagnosis of dementia over decades

NIH-funded effort finds positive outcomes with strategies that engaged mostly unconscious, rather than conscious, thinking.

ETH-Staked Oracle for Prediction Markets

Discussion on the mechanism design and application of an ETH-staked oracle intended for prediction markets. The post explores implications and potential use cases in the ecosystem.

The hidden epidemic: How “forever chemicals” are damaging teen LIVERS

PFAS exposure during puberty is linked to a 169% increased risk of developing fatty liver disease. The teenage body, with its still maturing liver and changing metabolism, is especially vulnerable to these chemicals. PFAS are called “forever chemicals” becaus…

Crypto for Advisors: crypto vaults explained

Crypto vaults explained: Learn about risk layers (smart contract, redemption), composability and how RWAs will change DeFi yields.

Zuckerberg says he went to Tim Cook to discuss ‘wellbeing of teens and kids’

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified this week in what’s viewed as a landmark court case around the mental health impact of social media. As part of that testimony, Zuckerberg revealed that he reached out to Apple CEO Tim Cook to talk about the “wellbeing of te…

Show HN: Nvshmem from Scratch – RDMA, GPUDirect, and GPU Networking Demystified

I wrote a guide that walks through building a minimal GPU-initiated networking library from the ground up. It covers RDMA transport with libfabric on AWS EFA, PCIe topology-aware GPU-NIC placement, GPUDirect RDMA via DMA-BUF, CUDA IPC for intra-node NVLink tr…

This 3-in-1 red light therapy mask shocked me — but not in the way you may think

Flawless skin awaits.

‘Dehumanised’: How ‘out of date’ workplaces are harming mental health

From wellbeing policies ignoring maternal mental health to persistent stigma around menopause, poor workplace culture risks a marketing talent exodus.

'Gone badly wrong': Premier weighs in after two mental health patients escape

NSW Premier Chris Minns says it is "deeply distressing" after two mental health patients who escaped from the same Sydney hospital within 24 hours went on to allegedly kill three people between them.

keys-vals added to PyPI

Efficient Inference, Fine-tuning and Key-Value Caching on top of LitGPT

Are We Falling Out Of Love With Our AI Confidants?

There are good reasons why people, at least at first, feel positive about their relationship with an AI companion. But new research is showing that these feelings change over time. Artificial empathy, it turns out, comes at a cost. – Psyche

Specialized AI detects 92% of real-world DeFi exploits

New research claims specialized AI dramatically outperforms general-purpose models at detecting exploited DeFi vulnerabilities.

Consistency diffusion language models: Up to 14x faster, no quality loss

Standard diffusion language models can't use KV caching and need too many refinement steps to be practical. CDLM fixes both with a post-training recipe that enables exact block-wise KV caching and trajectory-consistent step reduction — delivering up to 14.5x …

Polymarket’s lawsuit could decide who regulates US prediction markets

Polymarket’s lawsuit challenges state authority and could redefine whether the CFTC controls US prediction markets or whether states set their own rules.

Peptide Structure and Silver Ion Affinity: Influence on the Formation of α-Helices upon Metal Binding

Chem. Commun., 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D6CC00195E, Communication Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence.Katharina Fromm, Alexandre BianchiMetal ion binding is essential …

This week in science: Mental health and chatbots, ultrarunning and intermittent fasting

NPR's science podcast Short Wave talk about how ultrarunning affects the body, the trend of intermittent fasting and how to protect people's mental health when they talk with chatbots.

Computational insights into fused heterocyclic-based 2D COFs for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5CP04816H, Paper

What is frozen shoulder? The weird menopause symptom everyone’s talking about

A South Shore University Hospital OG/GYN shares the three stages of frozen shoulder — and several treatment options for women going through menopause.

Beat depression with every bite: 11 Foods for better mental health

Nutrition directly impacts mental health, with deficiencies in key nutrients like B vitamins, vitamin C and selenium linked to depression and mood disorders. A balanced diet supports neurotransmitter production and brain function. Processed foods worsen menta…

Why Graphic News Stories May Not Be Safe for Everyone

Graphic news stories or social media posts about the Epstein files are everywhere—underscoring the fact that not every nervous system can tolerate constant exposure to emotionally charged material.

Listening To A Single Molecule Sing Its Own Name

At 7 kelvin — a temperature so cold that even air would freeze solid — a single molecule sits on a copper surface. It is, by most reckoning, one of the

FRCP-YOLO: Road object detection algorithm based on improved YOLOv8n

The accuracy of road object detection is crucial for ensuring the safe driving of autonomous vehicles. Challenges such as small object missed detection, excessive parameters, low accuracy, and poor robustness are commonly observed in current road object detec…

AMD Announces hipThreads For Easier Porting Of C++ Code To GPUs

The newest addition to AMD's ROCm/HIP portfolio is HIP Threads "hipThreads" as a C++ style concurrency library for AMD GPUs...

Is Seeking Recovery Support on Social Media Confidential?

Social media has become a surprisingly common place for people to explore addiction recovery. Whether... The post Is Seeking Recovery Support on Social Media Confidential? appeared first on Social Media Explorer.

New Research Shows AI Agents Are Running Wild Online, With Few Guardrails in Place

And this research was conducted before OpenClaw unleashed a monster.

Keyviz

Analytical Derivation of Quantization Error in Threshold Level Quantizers Using Bipolar PFM

This paper presents an analytical model for quantization errors associated with threshold level quantizers in signal processing, utilizing bipolar pulse frequency modulation.

The Cerebellum Takes the Stage, Playing a New Role

New research from Evelina Fedorenko and colleagues identifies specific language-processing regions in the cerebellum that closely mirror regions in the frontal and temporal lobes of the neocortex.

Parental Firearm Injury Linked to Surge in Children’s Psychiatric Diagnoses

Research analyzing health insurance records shows a rise in psychiatric diagnoses among children following a parental firearm injury.

Under The Mistletoe

A poem reflecting themes of vulnerability in love and connection.

Zane & Shebah

A short narrative about connection and emotional experiences.

The Kanye conundrum

Discussion on the representation of bipolar disorder in media, particularly focusing on Kanye West.

Finding Your Fellow Travelers on the Bipolar Path

A piece discussing the importance of having a supportive network for those with bipolar disorder.

AMD vis-à-vis GPUs #2

Installing ROCm & PyTorch on Fedora 43 natively.

Could An EMP Event Kill Bitcoin?

This article discusses the potential effects of an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) event on Bitcoin, exploring scenarios and implications for the digital currency's operability.

#Desci #Bio

Discussion about the $Bio token related to DeSci initiatives.

Exploring coordinator hiding in ZK voting: homomorphic tally without decrypting individual votes

Research into zero-knowledge voting mechanisms that enable homomorphic tallying, focusing on how these systems can preserve voter anonymity while maintaining transparency.

DJ Khaled Flexes Weight Loss In New Video: “You See My Neck Now”

DJ Khaled showed off his noticeable weight loss in recent social media videos.

Rahul Dravid Endorses Colgate Total to Champion Oral Health as a Performance Edge

Rahul Dravid endorses Colgate Total, emphasizing oral health as a crucial factor for peak athletic performance and recovery.

Resident Evil Requiem Has a Bizarre Ultra-Limited Edition With Exercise Equipment in Japan — and It Sold Out Almost Instantly

In Japan, Capcom is launching a bizarre and extremely limited Resident Evil Requiem edition that includes exercise equipment.

How to Support Your Liver (Without Extreme Detoxes)

One of the questions I get all the time is how to do a liver detox. When to do it, how to do it, and what liver cleanse is best. It’s become almost expected in wellness circles that at some point we’ll need to “detox” our liver. Over time, though, I began to …

Tom Lee’s Bitmine snaps up 45,000 ETH in rapid two-day accumulation: Onchain data

Bitmine's aggressive ETH acquisition could intensify competition among treasury firms, potentially influencing Ethereum's market dynamics and staking. The post Tom Lee’s Bitmine snaps up 45,000 ETH in rapid two-day accumulation: Onchain data appeared first on…

18 high-protein foods to incorporate for sustainable weight loss

For decades, the public conversation around weight management has cycled through eras of fat phobia and carbohydrate demonization, often leaving consumers in a confusing tug-of-war between conflicting dietary dogmas. Yet emerging from this noise is a consiste…

Morning Minute: OpenAI and Paradigm Turn Focus to Smart Contracts

The AI security nightmare is here and it looks suspiciously like lobster

A hacker tricked a popular AI coding tool into installing OpenClaw - the viral, open-source AI agent OpenClaw that "actually does things" - absolutely everywhere. Funny as a stunt, but a sign of what to come as more and more people let autonomous software use…

AI coding assistant Cline compromised to create more OpenClaw chaos

4K unintended installs in very odd supply chain attack Someone compromised open source AI coding assistant Cline CLI's npm package earlier this week in an odd supply chain attack that secretly installed OpenClaw on developers' machines without their knowledge…

Are you constipated? It could be because of these two bacteria

A new study pinpoints two species of bacteria that work together to dry out the lining of the gut and cause constipation

Categorical identity signatures can reduce host error rates during brood parasitism

In brood parasitism, prior work predicts a trade-off in the host's error rates from accepting foreign eggs and rejecting their own eggs. This study combines comparative field experiments and simulations to show advantages when egg trait distributions are cate…

Oxford breakthrough could make lithium-ion batteries charge faster and last much longer

Oxford researchers have found a way to visualize one of the most hidden — yet critical — components inside lithium-ion batteries. By tagging polymer binders with traceable markers, they revealed how these tiny materials are distributed at the nanoscale and ho…

Despite state’s new schemes, nursing upgrades: Vacant posts, unsafe hostels, stalled hospitals deepen healthcare shortages

On February 16, students and resident doctors at Mumbai’s Grant Medical College and JJ Hospital began an indefinite hunger strike, demanding autonomy for the historic Gymkhana, safer hostels, timely stipends and improved infrastructure.

Taking Photos With Scotch Tape Instead Of A Lens

Typically, when we want to take images, we use an image sensor paired with some sort of lens assembly to make a picture that’s sharply in focus. However, [okooptics] is here to show us there&…

The Scientists Groveling to Trump Are Kidding Themselves

The government has pulled back from massive cuts to the NIH, but it’s still destroying scientific research. So why are some groups appeasing the president?

NIH director Bhattacharya tapped as acting CDC head

Jay Bhattacharya, a critic of the CDC’s Covid-19 response, will now lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

RFK Jr. is winning MAHA’s vaccine war

In choosing a leading vaccine critic to run the CDC, the HHS secretary continues to endanger public health

It's the Mac Mini's moment, thanks to the OpenClaw craze

Demand for Apple's higher-memory Mac Minis is spiking as OpenClaw AI drives tech enthusiasts to buy, leading to weekslong wait times.

Parents hope the 'tide will turn' against Big Tech as Mark Zuckerberg takes the stand

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified in a landmark trial about social media addiction. Parents who attended hope the 'tide will turn' against Big Tech.

A True Believer in the Intellectual Spirit

I'm getting close to retirement and realizing some of the religious forces at work shaping our attitudes toward education and the life of the mind.

Design of Al-decorated C24N24 fullerene for efficient adsorption and removal of methylene blue dye from water

RSC Adv., 2026, 16,9709-9721DOI: 10.1039/D6RA00172F, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.

Ryan Garcia: Devin Haney 'scared' to rematch, has 'PTSD'

Ryan Garcia isn't too sure Devin Haney wants to run things back.

Drgn v0.1 Released For Very Versatile Programmable Debugger

Drgn is the programmable debugger developed by Meta engineer Omar Sandoval that has proven quite versatile and popular with Linux kernel developers and others. After nearly two dozen releases already, Drgn v0.1 was released this week as another big step forwa…

Intel Hiring More Linux Developers - Including For GPU Drivers / Linux Gaming Stack

As some good news out of Intel today on the Linux/open-source side following last year's layoffs, they're hiring for some new Linux software development roles -- including for enhancing their Linux graphics driver stack that also includes a focus on Linux gam…

nvidia-nat-semantic-kernel 1.5.0a20260220

Subpackage for Semantic-Kernel integration in NeMo Agent Toolkit

datascience-agent 0.9.1

AI Agent with dynamic planning and persistent Jupyter kernel execution for data analysis

kernax-ml 0.4.4a0

A JAX-based kernel library for Gaussian Processes with automatic differentiation and composable operations

cccc-pair 0.4.1

Global multi-agent delivery kernel with working groups, scopes, and an append-only collaboration ledger

datascience-agent 0.9.0

AI Agent with dynamic planning and persistent Jupyter kernel execution for data analysis

long-running-agents 0.1.0

A Pydantic AI agent that remembers across sessions, can create its own tools, and delegates to specialists

‘I could have a piece of him come back’: The murky ethics of pet cloning

As celebrities clone their pets and cloned petfluencers multiply online, the growing practice reflects our evolving relationship with mortality

Michael Pollan says AI may 'think' — but it will never be conscious

"Consciousness is under siege," says author Michael Pollan. His new book, A World Appears, explores consciousness on both a personal and technological level.

Microsoft scientists invent tiny glass ‘books’ that could store data for millennia

A Microsoft Research study suggests glass blocks etched with lasers could provide enduring data archives

The battle over Scott Adams' AI afterlife

Dilbert cartoonist Scott Adams was turned into an AI avatar after his death — and his family hates it, saying on social media, "this is not an honor.",

Microsoft just pulled off a breakthrough in glass‑based data storage — and the implications are way bigger than you think

Traditional storage methods are quite precarious. They're prone to degradation over time, and they're sensitive to heat, moisture, and magnetism. Using glass solves all of those problems, and Microsoft just had a big breakthrough.

InScope nabs $14.5M to solve the pain of financial reporting

InScope has secured $14.5 million in funding aimed at addressing inefficiencies in financial reporting processes.

Ali Partovi’s Neo looks to upend the accelerator model with low-dilution terms

Ali Partovi aims to innovate the accelerator model through lower dilution terms for startups.

OpenAI Releases Smart Contract Benchmark Test: What Does It Mean?

This article discusses the implications of OpenAI's release of a benchmark test for smart contracts, suggesting it serves as an on-chain survival exam for agents.

Non-Custodial Bitcoin Lending with Surge

This article discusses the challenges and future of non-custodial Bitcoin lending, and how it seeks to avoid centralization through innovation.

Mature Cultural Desire

The post unveils misconceptions about desire and entitlement in cultural contexts.

Empirical Analysis of Price Elasticities for Ethereum State and Burst Resources

A post presenting an empirical analysis measuring price elasticities associated with Ethereum's state and burst resources, focusing on how these factors might influence usability and resource management.

Nigeria intensify Commonwealth Games build-up in Asaba

Nigerian track and field athletes intensify their Commonwealth Games build-up with a structured training camp in Asaba ahead of the international event. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-intensify-commonwealth-games-build-up-in-asaba/

Raspberry Pi Pico 2 at 873.5MHz with 3.05V Core Abuse

Adventures with dry ice and RP2350 - how fast can it go? – Pimoroni Learning Portal

Ggml.ai joins Hugging Face to ensure the long-term progress of Local AI

Announcement We are happy to announce that ggml.ai (the founding team of llama.cpp) are joining Hugging Face in order to keep future AI truly open. Georgi and team are joining HF with the goal of s...

Why Mental Health Took Center Court During NBA All-Star Weekend

During NBA All-Star Week, mental health moved to center stage, signaling a cultural shift in how elite athletes define strength, resilience, and identity.

Alysa Liu Breaks U.S. Women's Figure Skating's 20-Year Olympic Drought With GOLD

The most mentally healthy athlete of possibly all time capped off her unbelievable two-year comeback with Olympic gold.

How Team USA's Olympic Skiers and Snowboarders Got an Edge From Google AI

Google engineers hit the slopes with Team USA's skiers and snowboarders to build a custom AI training tool.

Radioisotope-mimetic molecular afterglow probe for downregulated cancer biomarker imaging

A probe with month-long molecular afterglow luminescence targeting a downregulated cancer biomarker detects small liver tumours for image-guided resection in mice and rabbits.

A Different Way to Rein in Health Care Costs

A Personal Perspective: What is one of the most fundamental causes of the excessive cost of health care?

Projecting spatiotemporal changes in Soil Organic Carbon stocks in Mexico under coupled socioeconomic and climate scenarios

Soil organic carbon (SOC) sequestration is a pivotal strategy for achieving global climate goals, yet current projections often rely on static landscape assumptions that fail to capture the complex interplay between climatic forcing and socioeconomic developm…

exoprotocol 0.1.28

Repo-native governance kernel for ExoProtocol

exoprotocol 0.1.27

Repo-native governance kernel for ExoProtocol

aex 1.2.1

AEX — Auto Execution Kernel. Local-first governance layer for AI agents with budget enforcement, rate limiting, capability policies, and audit trails.

Linux Still Working To Clean Up The Realtek RTL8723BS 802.11b/g/n WiFi Driver In 2026

Introduced to the Linux 4.12 kernel's staging area back in 2017 was the Realtek RTL8723BS WiFi driver. The Realtek RTL8723BS is an 802.11 b/g/ SDIO WLAN adapter with Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity too. In the nearly decade since this driver was added to the stagi…

Linux Kernel 7.0 Speeds Up File Cache Memory Reclaim by Up to 75%

In the latest Linux kernel v7.0, freeing up system memory used for caching large files has received a noticeable performance boost. According to notes on the kernel mailing list, a new set of patches queued for the Linux 7.0 merge window showed reclaim speed …

Custom-built 96,000mAh power bank charges your laptop, phone, and even runs small appliances off-grid

Custom-built 96,000mAh power bank charges your laptop, phone, and even runs small appliances off-gridFor power users loaded with a laptop, tablet, drone, a robot, and, of course, a smartphone, the ordinary power bank options do not make the...

Zuckerberg Defiant In Social Media Trial Testimony: “I’m Focused On Building A Community That Is Sustainable”

Meta CEO Zuckerberg pushed back hard today in court over claims that social media platforms like Instagram aim to hook and potentially harm users through calibrated algorithms and other engineering Unlike rivals and one-tine fellow defendants TikTok and Snap,…

New ‘GOAT’ Short ‘Roarball Roundup’ Launches Alongside Classroom Mental Health Curriculum From Kevin Love Fund

Sony Pictures Animation debuts an in-universe short tied to a free classroom curriculum focused on emotional resilience and mental wellness.

Microbe with the smallest genome yet pushes the boundaries of life

Symbiotic bacteria living inside insect cells have lost much of their DNA over hundreds of millions of years, much like the ancient microbes that evolved into mitochondria

AI agents abound, unbound by rules or safety disclosures

MIT CSAIL's 2025 AI Agent Index puts opaque automated systems under the microscope AI agents are becoming more common and more capable, without consensus or standards on how they should behave, say academic researchers.…

The Bitcoin Retirement Plan

This article outlines a conceptual retirement strategy focused on Bitcoin and discusses essential changes to traditional retirement planning in the context of cryptocurrency.

Starforge Explorer III Pro Review: A Worthy Rival to DIY in Performance and Value

The Starforge Explorer III Pro is a big, exceptional machine that delivers stellar performance and value.

The idea of using a Raspberry Pi to run OpenClaw makes no sense

The micro-computer maker’s shares surged this week after an X post tied the AI agent to Pi demand opinion Beloved British single-board computer maker Raspberry Pi has achieved meme stock stardom, as its share price surged 90 percent over the course of a coupl…

How to Shift from Surviving to Thriving

When life is hard, our emotional and physical reserves drain. Learn how to use intention and gratitude to steer your life in a positive direction and thrive under pressure.

TRMNL Open Source Home Display

The customizable e-ink dashboard built to keep you focused and off your phone.

Facing a mental health crisis, an NJ school pulled a beloved novel from English class

Junot Díaz's The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao was removed from an English class at the public school. PEN America says it's part of a trend of scrubbing literature dealing with uncomfortable topics.

Amazon Reportedly Pins the Blame for AI-Caused Outage on Humans

Allegedly, the coding assistant decided to “delete and recreate the environment” that was causing problems.

OpenAI Has No Moat, No Tech Edge, No Lock-in and No Real Plan, Analyst Warns

OpenAI faces four fundamental strategic problems that no amount of fundraising or capex announcements can paper over, according to analyst Benedict Evans: it has no unique technology, its enormous user base is shallow and fragile, incumbents like Google and M…

The path to ubiquitous AI (17k tokens/sec)

By Ljubisa Bajic Many believe AI is the real deal. In narrow domains, it already surpasses human performance. Used well, it is an unprecedented amplifier of human ingenuity and productivity. Its widespread adoption is hindered by two key barriers: high latenc…

Why Developers Keep Choosing Claude over Every Other AI

Benchmarks say one thing. Developers do another. Why Claude keeps winning at real coding work while Gemini loops, Codex catches up, and process beats raw intelligence.

What can birds see that humans can t?

What Birds Can See That Humans Can’t: A World Beyond Our Perception Birds possess visual capabilities that vastly exceed human sight, perceiving a spectrum of colors, ultraviolet light, polarized light, and magnetic fields that remain invisible to us. In esse…

Linux 7.0 Shows Significant PostgreSQL Performance Gains On AMD EPYC

When beginning some early Linux 7.0 kernel benchmarking this week for looking at its performance in its early development state, I started off testing on Core Ultra X7 "Panther Lake" in being hopeful for better performance with the maturing Arc B390 Xe3 graph…

Farewell Rust,For now...

veramem-kernel 1.1.6

Minimal deterministic cognitive kernel for traceable and auditable reasoning systems.

veramem-kernel 1.1.3

Minimal deterministic cognitive kernel for traceable and auditable reasoning systems.

veramem-kernel 1.1.4

Minimal deterministic cognitive kernel for traceable and auditable reasoning systems.

geepers-kernel 1.2.0

Foundation library for the geepers ecosystem — LLM providers, config management, data fetching, and utilities

veramem-kernel 1.1.5

Minimal deterministic cognitive kernel for traceable and auditable reasoning systems.

flashinfer-python 0.6.4

FlashInfer: Kernel Library for LLM Serving

liger-kernel-nightly 0.7.0.dev20260219183429

Efficient Triton kernels for LLM Training

MIT/Heimdal Kerberos credentials cache type FILE risks

Posted by Solar Designer on Feb 18 Hi, Raul Vega, CC'ed here, sent the below AI-generated message to linux-distros on Feb 5, without disclosing the use of AI, yet correctly set the public disclosure date to "2026-02-18 (14-day embargo per linux-distros policy…

geepers-kernel added to PyPI

Core infrastructure for the geepers agent system — LLM providers, orchestration, data clients, and MCP server

phellem-semantic-kernel added to PyPI

Semantic Kernel adapter for the Phellem security framework

Einstein, Gödel, and Our Strange Experience of Time: Rebecca Goldstein on How Relativity Rattled the Flow of Existence

Is there anything we know more intimately than the fleetingness of time, the transience of each and every moment?

A Mystery Phone, Found in the Desert, Slowly Reveals Its Secrets

The Samsung phone had been lost for a decade. Then Katie Elkin found it.

Crypto markets feel the chill, Base, ether.fi reorganize layer-2 landscape

The day ahead in crypto: Feb. 19, 2026

Bitcoin, ether, xrp ETFs bleed while Solana bucks outflow trend

U.S. spot crypto ETFs saw broad-based redemptions led by bitcoin and ether funds, while Solana products drew fresh inflows, signaling selective institutional rotation rather than a full retreat from digital assets.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Super Early Bird rates end in 1 week

The upcoming TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 event offers limited time Super Early Bird rates that expire in a week.

General Catalyst commits $5B to India over five years

General Catalyst pledges $5 billion in investments towards supporting startups in India over the next five years.

📅 ThursdAI - Feb 19 - Gemini 3.1 Pro Drops LIVE, Sonnet 4.6 Closes Gap, OpenClaw Goes to OpenAI

A recap of events related to AI developments, including the launch of Gemini 3.1 Pro and other updates.

Building a Simple MCP Server in Python

Build a working MCP server in Python using FastMCP with tools, resources, and prompts.

NIH scientists develop 'digital twin' of eye cells to understand and treat age-related macular degeneration

Breakthrough modeling technology reveals how cells lose their organization in leading cause of vision loss.

The Joy of Making Handheld Tetris From Scratch

As anyone who’s made a thing knows, a lot of work goes into bringing something from idea to completion. But there’s also considerable satisfaction in the process. [Willian] recently did …read more

Quantum security is turning into a supply chain problem

Supplier onboarding, invoice processing, and procurement platforms run on encrypted data flows that were built for long-term trust. In many organizations, that trust still depends on cryptographic standards like RSA and elliptic curve cryptography (ECC), even…

Do Vibration Plates Really Work? I Used One Every Day To Find Out

The viral wellness trend promises everything—but does it deliver? I found out.

Making frontier cybersecurity capabilities available to defenders

Claude Code Security is one step towards our goal of more secure codebases and a higher security baseline across the industry.

AI Safety Meets the War Machine

Anthropic doesn’t want its AI used in autonomous weapons or government surveillance. Those carve-outs could cost it a major military contract.

It's the end of the 'everybody has potential' era

Some tech workers are about to get caught "sleepwalking" as the culture shifts under their feet.

How do you know if you inhaled too much chlorine?

How Do You Know If You Inhaled Too Much Chlorine? Knowing the signs of chlorine inhalation is crucial. Early indicators of inhaling too much chlorine include coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath, while more severe symptoms can involve chest pain, vomit…

USB Driver For Google Tensor SoCs, UCSI Thunderbolt Alt Mode In Linux 7.0

All of the Thunderbolt/USB driver changes were merged this week for the nearly-over Linux 7.0 merge window...

Linux 7.0 Brings Apple Type-C PHY, Snapdragon X2 & Rockchip HDMI 2.1 FRL Additions

Ahead of the Linux 7.0 merge window ending this weekend, the PHY updates were merged this week for this next major kernel release. There are some notable PHY additions particularly for Apple Silicon USB Type-C support as well as additions for Qualcomm's new S…

No Supernova Needed. This Star Collapsed Directly Into A Black Hole

Theory says that, under the right conditions, massive stars can collapse directly into black holes without exploding as supernovae. But observational evidence of the phenomenon has been hard to get. Now astronomers have found some sequestered in archival data.

Porting Super Mario 64 To the Original Nintendo DS

Considering that the Nintendo DS already has its own remake of Super Mario 64, one might be tempted to think that porting the original Nintendo 64 version would be a snap. Why you’d want to d…

American Jordan Stolz speedskates to a third Olympic medal -- silver this time

U.S. speedskater Jordan Stolz had a lot of hype accompanying him in these Winter Olympic Games. He's now got two gold medals, one silver, with one event to go.

The Lenovo Legion RTX 5070 Ti Gaming PC with 32GB of DDR5 RAM Drops to $1,799.99

Less expensive than building out your own DIY RTX 5070 Ti system.

Raspberry Pi stock has jumped 50% in the past week

Bitcoin’s Price Crash Hasn’t Stopped One Company From Adding to Its $47 Billion Crypto Stash

How low can it go until it's too late? Well...

LLM wrote it? Fine, but show us human documentation, demands EFF,'Just trust us' – Big Tech's hackneyed catchphrase makes an unwelcome return

The Electronic Frontier Foundation says it will accept LLM generated code from contributors to its open source projects but will draw the line at non-human generated comments and doc…

New Tool Makes 3D Printed PCBs, Fast

Getting PCBs made is often the key step in taking a dodgy lab experiment and turning it into a functional piece of equipment. However, it can be tedious to wait for PCBs to ship, and that can reall…

EFF’s Policy on LLM-Assisted Contributions to Our Open-Source Projects

We recently introduced a policy governing large language model (LLM) assisted contributions to EFF's open-source projects. At EFF, we strive to produce high quality software tools, rather than simply generating more lines of code in less time. We now explicit…

Northern Glow Spans Iceland and Canada

A vivid display of the aurora lit up skies over the Denmark Strait and eastern Canada during a minor geomagnetic storm in February 2026.

Hot Water in 3 Minutes: The Garden Shower Fueled by Fire

Hot Water in 3 Minutes: The Garden Shower Fueled by FireIf you’ve ever dreamed of taking a hot shower in the middle of your garden, off the back deck, or somewhere completely off the grid,...

We've spotted the strongest microwave laser in the known universe

Colliding galaxies can create a beam of focused microwave radiation known as a maser, and astronomers have discovered the brightest one ever seen

The Optical Engineering Required to Photograph an Earth Twin

More and more papers are coming out about the upcoming Habitable Worlds Observatory (HWO). As the telescope moves from theory to practice (and physical manifestation), various working groups are discovering, defining, and designing their way to the world’s ne…

Searching Out Missing Links in Galaxy Evolution

How do galaxies evolve? When did they start forming? Those are questions astronomers and cosmologists are working to answer. The standard path includes early bright starforming activity, a middle age, and then a quiescent old age where they stop making stars.…

Can we be a star-maker? Budget 2026’s outlay for telescopes is big deal— it can spur India to be a global astronomy leader

India embarks on a journey to expand its celestial horizons through investments in advanced telescopes and observatories. This strategic shift highlights India's growing influence in the realm of global astronomy. The new infrastructure is set to enhance scie…

For the first time, the James Webb Space Telescope has mapped auroras on Uranus in 3D

The James Webb Space Telescope has mapped the auroras of Uranus in 3D for the first time. And this is a major breakthrough in this field, which could help astronomers better understand ice giants.

How the Great Zen Master and Peace Activist Thich Nhat Hanh Found Himself and Lost His Self in a Library Epiphany

"To live, we must die every instant. We must perish again and again in the storms that make life possible."

Why Protecting Your Energy Isn’t Selfish or Shameful

“Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” ~Ian Maclaren A friend recently told me a story about her mother that stayed with me. They walk together some evenings around her mom’s apartment building—part exercise, part ritual. Her mom doesn’t …

SwiftUI Agent Skill: Build Better Views with AI

Explore the SwiftUI Agent Skill that transforms view building and refactoring. Improve your code with this open-source solution.

Scenario-based portfolio optimization via bootstrapping and machine learning methods: Theory development and empirical evidence from the Tehran Stock Market

Predicting future returns and modeling return uncertainty are essential yet challenging tasks in portfolio optimization. To address these issues, this study proposes a hybrid approach combining machine learning for return prediction, bootstrapping for uncerta…

5 powerful command line tricks every Raspberry Pi owner should know

Raspberry Pis are some of the most reliable SBCs out there for hobbyist electrical projects and lightweight self-hosting. Here are 5 commands or utilities that every Pi user should know.

Moonquakes: Understanding the Moon's Tectonic Forces Could Protect Future Astronauts

Space agencies and companies looking to set up lunar outposts should build far away from seismic activity.

MuMu Player (NetEase) silently runs 17 reconnaissance commands every 30 minutes

MuMu Player Pro (NetEase) silently runs 17 system reconnaissance commands every 30 minutes on macOS - news.md

Security updates for Thursday

Security updates have been issued by AlmaLinux (edk2, glibc, gnupg2, golang, grafana, nodejs:24, and php), Debian (gimp and kernel), Fedora (fvwm3), Mageia (microcode and vim), Oracle (edk2, glibc, kernel, nodejs:24, and php), Red Hat (python-s3transfer), SUS…

I hope Google's reported Android face unlock upgrade doesn't replace fingerprint sensors

Android's face unlock feature lacks advanced security and reliability in difficult lighting situation, but Google might be changing that.

Windows Hello finally works with external sensors, and it’s about time

No more compromises, just faster and safer sign-ins.

Explore the World with Open Sourced Street Views

Nono’s Odyssey is a refreshing map game that prioritizes exploration and discovery over direct competition. It’s an interactive tool that blends open-source street imagery with the addictive mecha…

How long does it take for a bird to get out of shock?

The time how long it takes for a bird to get out of shock varies greatly, ranging from a few minutes to several hours, depending on severity of trauma and species.

Crypto Markets Tick Up Following Supreme Court Tariff Ruling

Bitcoin holds near $67,700 while investors assess Trump’s new 10% global tariff plan.

Fusaka Upgrade Fuels Record Address Poisoning on Ethereum

The latest Fusaka upgrade has led to unprecedented levels of address poisoning on Ethereum.

Lightspark Teams Up with Cross River Bank for Fiat Payments via Bitcoin

Lightspark collaborates with Cross River Bank to facilitate fiat payments through Bitcoin.

Kraken Acquires Magna for Early Token Support

Kraken's acquisition of Magna aims to enhance early token support functionalities.

The boys’ club no one was supposed to write about

An exploration of the discreet circles in venture capital.

Bybit CEO Ben Year-End Keynote: 1010 Review and 2026 Roadmap

In this keynote address, Bybit CEO Ben reviews the rapid development of the global crypto industry in 2025 and outlines Bybit's strategy for 2026.

Learning from Europe’s University Alliances: Reflections from the DiPYUA Workshop in Málaga

At the end of January, European University Alliance representatives met in Málaga for the DiPYUA workshop to exchange experiences and lessons on building and managing digital platforms.

2.1-channel audio HAT for Raspberry Pi features Texas Instruments TAS5825M class-D amplifier

Previously, we wrote about the Louder Raspberry Pi, an open-source media center that integrates the Louder Raspberry Hat based on a 25W TAS5805M Class-D amplifier. Now, the developer has introduced the Louder Raspberry Hat Plus, upgrading from the TAS5805M am…

Is iodine toxic to axolotls?

Is Iodine Toxic to Axolotls? Understanding the Risks and Alternatives Yes, iodine can be highly toxic to axolotls, especially in high concentrations or prolonged exposure, often leading to metamorphosis, which is usually detrimental to their health and lifesp…

Ask Hackaday: Do You Have a Dead Man’s Switch?

During the Cold War, the specter of a nuclear “dead man’s switch” was central to the concept of Mutually Assured Destruction (MAD). In the event that one side was annihilated …read more

DJI’s Osmo Pocket 4 Is Going to Be a Certified Hit if This Leak Is Real

So long as DJI can skirt the U.S. ban, we may get a vlogging camera built for shooting at night.

Turn Dependabot Off

I recommend turning Dependabot off and replacing it with a pair of scheduled GitHub Actions, one running govulncheck, and the other running CI against the latest version of your dependencies.

Uptime Kuma: Open-source monitoring tool

Service availability monitoring remains a daily operational requirement across IT teams, SaaS providers, and internal infrastructure groups. Many environments rely on automated checks and alerting to track outages, latency issues, and service degradation acro…

New York’s New 3D Printing Law, As Written, Is Extremely Harmful And Annoying

The good folks over at Adafruit are raising the alarm about a new New York State 3D printing law that could greatly imperil the public’s freedom to tinker and could generally make life way more annoying for the schools, libraries, hospitals, small businesses,…

Alt + F4 has a worthy upgrade that's completely free

When one window closes, a shortcut emerges.

How Private Equity Debt Left a Leading VPN Open To Chinese Hackers

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Bloomberg: In early 2024, the agency that oversees cybersecurity for much of the US government issued a rare emergency order -- disconnect your Connect Secure virtual private network software immediately. Chinese spies…

Introducing the 185 Organizations for GSoC 2026

The complete list of GSoC Mentoring Organizations is now available! 2026 brings us 185 open source communities who are eager to mentor.

Raymond Depardon’s Documentary Confrontations with Power

Richard Brody on the French filmmaker Raymond Depardon, whose masterworks of social conflict and inner struggle will be showcased in a retrospective at Films at Lincoln Center.

The Color of Wonder and the Chemical Code of Creation

This essay is adapted from Traversal. We look at a thing — a bird, a ball, a planet — and perceive it to be a certain color. But what we are really seeing is the color that does not inhere in it—the portion of the spectrum it shirks, the wavelength of light i…

How uncrewed narco subs could transform the Colombian drug trade

On a bright morning last April, a surveillance plane operated by the Colombian military spotted a 40-foot-long shark-like silhouette idling in the ocean just off Tayrona National Park. It was, unmistakably, a “narco sub,” a stealthy fiberglass vessel that sai…

Mamdani restarts policy of clearing out homeless encampments following double-digit death toll from cold exposure

The policy had been paused on concerns it was inhumane, but Mamdani vows its restart will be more successful.

I Am the “Kid” in Kid Rock’s Name and I Officially Quit

I would like to begin by thanking Robert James Ritchie, aka “Kid Rock,” for the many years of steady employment that he has provided me, the adjective “Kid.” It has been a wild, sleeveless, never-eating-your-vegetables ride. However, after deep reflection and…

(PR) Razer Unveils the Huntsman Signature Edition Keyboard

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Huntsman Signature Edition, a flagship keyboard created for users who want both peak performance and a refined desktop centerpiece. Positioned at the very top of Razer's keyboard …

Study revisits chances of detecting alien technosignatures

For more than sixty years, astronomers have searched the sky for signs of advanced extraterrestrial technology, scanning the Milky Way for artificial radio transmissions, optical flashes and excess infrared heat. Despi…

PenCott GreenZone Returns: Hyde Definition and WidePlus International Relaunch Iconic Camouflage Fabrics at EnforceTac 2026

After an extended absence driven by global production disruptions and supply-chain challenges, the highly regarded PenCott® GreenZone™ camouflage pattern is returning to the market on a new line of durable performance fabrics. Hyde Definition Ltd., creator of…

Jen Psaki giddy as Trump plans to send 'nightmare' Cabinet on campaign trail

Trump is considering an unconventional midterm strategy after his top political advisers met at a private Capitol Hill Club to discuss campaign plans. According to the Wall Street Journal, a key component involves sending Cabinet secretaries to competitive di…

Stephen Colbert Roasts RFK Jr. for Wearing Jeans to Work Out With Kid Rock: ‘That Is Madness’ | Video

"What is the deal with those jeans? Why won't he wear shorts?" the late night host adds The post Stephen Colbert Roasts RFK Jr. for Wearing Jeans to Work Out With Kid Rock: ‘That Is Madness’ | Video appeared first on TheWrap.

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The bird is a beautiful silver-gray, and as she dies twitching in the lasernet I’m grateful for two things: First, that she didn’t make a sound. Second, that this will be the very last time.  They’re called corpse doves—because the darkest part of their gray …

Olympic Snowboarder Nick Baumgartner, 44, Says His Goal Is to Compete in 2034 Games at Age 52 (Exclusive)

"Tell me I can't do something and watch me get obsessed with proving you wrong," Baumgartner tells PEOPLE

How Fictional Storylines Inspire Real-World Digital Entertainment Trends

‘Stranger Things’ Reportedly Rewritten and Will Be Released Following Season 5 Backlash

The world of Stranger Things expanded significantly in the last four years with the fourth and fifth seasons of the show and the addition of the prequel stage play. Few Netflix series reached the cultural heights of Stranger Things. When Season 4 debuted in M…

VSL Synchron Wagner Tuba Ensemble

Captured on Stage a of the Vienna Synchron Stage, Synchron Wagner Tuba Ensemble presents users with “the noble sonority of four Wagner tubas in a cohesive, symphonic blend”.

Ubuntu kernel 6.8.0-100-generic has buggy networking

Some wee debugging ere the weekend. A tutorial on how to resolve intermittent networking problems in Ubuntu with the kernel 6.8.0-100-generic, including overview of the issue with Web pages not loading, apt repositories not reachable or ping command failing, …

OpenBSD Jumpstart | bsd.rd

Master the OpenBSD bsd.rd kernel: the definitive guide for installation, system upgrades, and disaster recovery. Learn how to boot and use the RAM disk kernel effectively.

Project Loom’s Virtual Threads: Why Blocking Code Is Cool Again

For the last eight years, Java developers faced an uncomfortable choice: keep your code simple but sacrifice scalability, or embrace reactive programming with all its complexity to handle high concurrency. Libraries like Spring WebFlux and Project Reactor pro…

kernel 0.35.0

The official Python library for the kernel API

Use TrueCrypt and VeraCrypt containers in Linux, natively

Here's something handy. A tutorial on how to use TrueCrypt and VeraCrypt containers natively in Linux without relying on either program by utilizing built-in kernel dmcrypt functionality, including flexibility of use on multiple platforms and processor archit…

isage-kernel 0.2.4.14

SAGE Kernel Module - Streaming-Augmented Generative Execution

spice-kernel-db 0.8.0

Browse, get, and manage SPICE kernels and metakernels across NASA and ESA mission archives

spice-kernel-db 0.8.1

Browse, get, and manage SPICE kernels and metakernels across NASA and ESA mission archives

phellem-kernel 0.0.1

Kernel module for the Phellem security framework

spice-kernel-db 0.9.0

Browse, get, and manage SPICE kernels and metakernels across NASA and ESA mission archives

spice-kernel-db 0.9.1

Browse, get, and manage SPICE kernels and metakernels across NASA and ESA mission archives

snapshot-kernel 0.1.1

A snapshotting Python kernel with REST API

C++’s RAII Pattern: Why Destructors Became the Foundation of Resource Management

In 1984, Bjarne Stroustrup faced a problem that would define C++ for decades to come: how do you manage resources reliably in a language without garbage collection? His answer—Resource Acquisition Is Initialization (RAII)—became one of the most influential de…

MediaTek MT7902 wireless chipset finally gets Linux drivers

MediaTek MT7902 wireless modules are used in many Windows laptops, but so far, Linux drivers have been missing. This is about to change, as Mediatek has finally committed a patchset for MT7902 to the mainline Linux mailing list. This is personal. I bought an …

Re: Systemd vsock sshd

Posted by Solar Designer on Feb 18Brad Spengler pointed me at this Linux merge commit (it's not in 6.19, should get into 6.20): commit 099…

Cisco Secure AI Factory with NVIDIA: Why This Is the Partner Opportunity of 2026

Tim Coogan, SVP of Global Partner Sales, explores why Cisco Secure AI Factory with NVIDIA is the definitive partner opportunity for 2026. Learn how this modular architecture translates into a concrete business case, the role of the Cisco 360 Partner Program, …

Fedora Community Blog: Community Update – Week 8 2026

This is a report created by CLE Team, which is a team containing community members working in various Fedora groups for example Infrastructure, Release Engineering, Quality etc. This team is also moving forward some initiatives inside Fedora project. Week: 16…

phellem-kernel added to PyPI

Kernel module for the Phellem security framework

Re: MIT/Heimdal Kerberos credentials cache type FILE risks

Posted by Jacob Bachmeyer on Feb 19That would be the first warning sign. And this would be a second strike. My summary up front:  this report is bogus. I would not be so sure about FILE being unsafe at all. While I cannot claim to be an expert on Kerberos…

Virtuozzo Unifies its Cloud Technologies into Single Product Platform Reducing Cost and Complexity

Virtuozzo unifies virtualization, storage, networking and application management into a single product, reducing cost, complexity and operational overhead.

WATCH: Celebrating 50 years of go-go music

In honor of Black History Month, "GMA" celebrates Washington, D.C.'s homegrown go-go music, long known as the city's soundtrack.

26 Hilarious DIY Fails That People Didn’t Hold Back From Shaming Online (New Pics)

Coming up with an idea for a DIY project and bringing it to life can be exciting. However, handmade creations aren’t always as straightforward as they might seem, and diving headfirst into them is rarely a good idea. Those who tackle DIY projects without a cl…

You, too, can install this cute open-source tamagotchi on your ESP32

He's too adorable not to.

WATCH: Avalanche coats skiers waiting in line for chair lift

Eyewitness video shows the moment dust from an avalanche engulfs skiers waiting for a chair lift in a ski resort in Italy.

How to Be More Alive: Hermann Hesse on Wonder and the Proper Aim of Education

While wandering down the path of wonder, I briefly escape the world of separation and enter the world of unity.

Virginia Sin’s KEEP Collection Makes Order Look Like Art

Virginia Sin’s KEEP Collection Makes Order Look Like ArtThere’s a certain satisfaction in putting things exactly where they belong. Keys on the hook. Jewelry in a tray. Pens in their place. It sounds...

Easy Home Decor and DIY Tweaks for a Fresh New Look

How simple home decor tweaks can make a big difference in our homes! Even tiny updates make a difference, especially in the new year when si...

French stickers turn aging devices into badges of honor

The average smartphone lasts about two years before it's replaced. Vignette Tech wants to flip the script on how people feel about holding onto their devices. The concept is simple: colorful stickers that users stick on the back of their phones, tablets or la…

These new Ukrainian ground robots can launch unjammable fiber-optic drones close to the front so troops don't have to

The Ratel Robotics' robot launches fiber-optic drones close to the front lines in Ukraine so operators can stay farther back and safer.

I created a "Work Profile" on my personal phone to keep prying eyes out of my data

I didn’t buy a second phone, I just gave my work apps their own locked room.

The Darwin Incident ‒ Episode 7

Those are all just mechanical components of the storytelling to be impressed by, though, as the thematic and emotional elements continue to run dry for The Darwin Incident with this arc.

Bliki: Host Leadership

A leader acts as a host, creating space for participants to act.

Gigabyte MZ33-AR1: A Uniquely Positioned AMD EPYC 9005 Motherboard For Open-Source Firmware

The Gigabyte MZ33-AR1 is a single socket AMD EPYC 9004/9005 E-ATX server motherboard for those wanting up to 24 RDIMMs, dual 10 Gigabit LAN, and plenty of storage potential via six MCIO connectors and four PCIe Gen5 x16 slots. Beyond offering nice capabilitie…

A Japanese toilet maker and seasoning giant are unlikely winners of the AI boom

The AI surge is lifting companies in the semiconductor supply chain — including a toilet maker and a seasoning giant.

T LOunge for February 20th 2026

Deep breaths, everyone. In through the nose and out through the mouth. Lower those shoulders. It’s FRIDAY. Let’s do this.

RG3 Blasts Sean Strickland For Calling The NFL Soft Over Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

Chinese walnuts in the guise of Afghan in dry fruit container ship detained by Indian Customs at Nhava Sheva Port

Indian Customs detain Chinese walnuts misdeclared as Afghan to evade duties, uncovering a ₹50 crore duty evasion scheme.

Palm Oil Market to Hit USD 105.15 Billion by 2032, Growing at 4.47% CAGR, Says Maximize Market Research Report

PUNE, India, Feb. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Palm Oil Market Size 2025–2032 reflects structural transformation across supply chains, downstream processing, and sustainability frameworks. The Palm Oil Market was valued at US$ 77.42 Billion in 2025 and is project…

Undocumented Immigrants Are The Backbone Of Texas Agriculture. An Abbott-Endorsed Agriculture Commissioner Candidate Wants To Change That.

Immigration raids have caused unrest in Texas agriculture, the state’s second largest industry. Now, Gov. Greg Abbott’s preferred candidate for agriculture commissioner, the chief advocate for the state’s 230,000 farms, has made stricter immigration enforceme…

Car key replacement

Yesterday's car key failure sounded expensive. I've had it once before, though I can't find a reference here, and the price was ridiculuous. Today Yvonne took it to Sovereign City Service Centre, where Frank gave her a quote of $250, but suggested that Mister…

Identifying Internet rogues

Talking about the bot that overloaded my web sites on Monday. Juha Kupiainen came up with this page, referring to just one of the many IP addresses that bombarded me. Not surprisingly, lots of people are affected. I fear that this kind of blocking will become…

What is deer crack?

What is Deer Crack? Unveiling the Addictive Treat for Deer This article explores what deer crack is: a highly palatable and attractive mixture of ingredients designed to lure deer to a specific location. It’s essentially a bait concoction used by hunters and …

I talked to John Oates about his 2026 tour. Here’s why you can’t miss him live

“I feel like I have to play ‘She’s Gone’ but I love having to have to play that song,” the Rock Hall of Famer shared.

Merge tag 'i2c-for-7.0-part2' of git://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/wsa/linux

Merge tag 'trace-v7.0-2' of git://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/trace/linux-trace

Merge tag 'mm-stable-2026-02-18-19-48' of git://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/akpm/mm

macOS 26.3 might have just confirmed Apple’s biggest March 4 surprises

As we have extensively covered, Apple is rumored to soon introduce new products, as the company recently confirmed a special announcement for March 4. Among the expected products are a low-cost MacBook and a new generation of Studio Display.

Merge tag 'for-linus-7.0-rc1a-tag' of git://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/xen/tip

Merge tag 'mm-nonmm-stable-2026-02-18-19-56' of git://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/akpm/mm

macOS 26.3 references two new Studio Display models, per report

New references uncovered in macOS 26.3 reveal multiple new Apple hardware products coming soon. Ahead of Apple’s March 4 special “experience,” there are new references to two new Studio Display models as well as the oft-rumored low-cost MacBook powered by the…

Massive Winos 4.0 Campaigns Target Taiwan

FortiGuard Labs analyzes Winos 4.0 (ValleyRat) campaigns targeting Taiwan, detailing phishing lures, DLL sideloading, BYOVD abuse, and evolving attacker infrastructure…

MiniMeters 1.0.23.166

MiniMeters is a simple audio metering Application & Plug-In suite for Windows, macOS, and Linux. In the Standalone app, monitor any stereo Input, Output*, or use the included Audio Server plug-in to send audio into the MiniMeters app. New in v1.0…

US supreme court rules Trump exceeded his authority by imposing global tariffs

Court ruling striking down tariffs jeopardises key power in delivering White House economic plan

Show HN: Experimental C# Windows 11 privacy hardening framework(not just an app)

Introducing Towel ProtocolYes It works / Based on windows 11 enterprise / Has avalonia UI100% created with a couple days work with AI github copilot pro plus with vs codewindows 11 introduced lots and lots of AI / new telemetry / the old tools released projec…

The Rise and Fall of Bay Area Streetcar Transit System

All nine counties of the Bay Area had robust streetcar systems at the start of the 20th century. In the East Bay, rumors swirl about how and why the Key System failed.

Show HN: Running Debian on the OpenWrt One

Article URL: https://github.com/sjoerdsimons/openwrt-one-debian Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47092122 Points: 4 # Comments: 0

Feature Flag

Contribute to sohaibhbill/laravel-feature-flags development by creating an account on GitHub.

Franklin Templeton and Binance Advance Strategic Collaboration with Institutional Off-Exchange Collateral Program

Franklin Templeton and Binance Advance Strategic Collaboration with Institutional Off-Exchange Collateral Program

The Best of KBIS 2026: Hidden Cooktops, Ice Makers and More Industry Firsts

The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show showcases breakthrough technology in the home industry. CNET's David Watsky is there in person to see it all.

7 Beautiful Hotel Spas in North America for Pure Uninterrupted Relaxation

Craving a true reset? These seven hotel spas across North America pair dreamy settings with massages, saunas, and total tranquility.

The third book from The Gourmand makes room for the mushroom

Eggs, lemons and now fungi – the latest title in this culinary series gets its hands dirty and digs into the earthy world of mushrooms.

10 Clever Home Appliance Innovations You'll See in 2026

I got a glimpse at the next generation of home appliances at a sprawling showcase in Orlando. These were the standouts from KBIS 2026.

$14.99* | 8Bitdo Media Infrared Remote for Xbox One/Series X|S (Long Edition) at Amazon

Amazon [amazon.com] has 8Bitdo Media Infrared Remote for Xbox One/Series X|S (Long Edition) for $14.99. Shipping is free with Prime or on $35+ orders. Price $10 lower (40% savings) than the list pric

Sharp Invented a New High-Speed Cooking Technology Called the 'Golden Heater'

The Celerity high-speed oven is an industry first. Its "golden heater" technology can cook a chicken three times faster than a normal oven.

Caltech Astrophysicist Gunned Down on His Front Porch

"was known for his decades of work and contributions in galactic astronomy"

28 Small Home Office Ideas That Make Every Inch Work Like It’s on Salary

Trying to make the most of a compact workspace? These 28 small home office ideas are clever, cozy, and creatively efficient — perfect for turning tight corners into productive, stylish spots that inspire focus without sacrificing comfort. From smart storage t…

Webb maps Uranus's mysterious upper atmosphere

For the first time, an international team of astronomers have mapped the vertical structure of Uranus’s upper atmosphere, uncovering how temperature and charged particles vary with height across the planet. Using NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope's…

Breakthrough for Seasnake: Sweden Becomes First NATO Customer

The newest NATO member, Sweden, has commissioned Rheinmetall to supply eight Seasnake 30 weapon systems for the Swedish Navy. These systems will be the primary armament of the new Combat Boat 90 fast military assault craft. The first order under the framework…

Uranus Has Been Quietly Cooling For Decades And Now We Know Why It Matters

For fifteen hours last January, the James Webb Space Telescope stared at a single target — watching it rotate, methodically slicing through its faint,

Where do birds sleep before they build a nest?

Where Do Birds Sleep Before They Build a Nest? Before the cozy confines of a newly built nest beckon, birds utilize a variety of temporary roosting sites for sleep. Where do birds sleep before they build a nest? They often choose sheltered locations like dens…

What kind of bird chirps all night?

What Kind of Bird Chirps All Night? Identifying the Nocturnal Songsters The bird most commonly associated with chirping or singing throughout the night is the Northern Mockingbird. These vocal virtuosos are renowned for their ability to mimic a wide range of …

The Republican Party Is So Tacky Now

The party of Lincoln has been reduced to RFK Jr. and Kid Rock's "workout" video. Are they really OK with that?

Our Palm Springs Team Retreat: Things Got Weird!

This spring's team retreat was in Palm Springs and boy was it fun and connective. Come read how we ran this retreat and what we created lol.

Mystery as groundbreaking Caltech genius found gunned down on porch of SoCal home

A Caltech genius was found gunned down on his porch in Southern California, and now authorities are trying to piece together what happened.

These are the hotel openings TPG is most excited for in 2026

Read TPG's list of the most anticipated hotel openings of 2026, from major points brands like Marriott, Hyatt and Hilton — plus independent and luxury properties spanning the globe.

U.S. Navy Reaches Initial Operational Capability for GBU-53 SDB II

The GBU-53/B SDB II, also known as StormBreaker, has reached the Initial Operational Capability on the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, following its first operational use in 2025. The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) and RTX announced that the U.S. Navy has reached…

Fort Benning Integrates Virtual Drone Training into OSUT Program of Instruction

FORT BENNING, Ga. — As small unmanned aircraft systems, sUAS, become a defining feature of the modern battlefield, the Maneuver Center of Excellence is ensuring every new Soldier has a high-tech edge. One-Station Unit Training trainees are now undergoing a 10…

Luxury Beverly Hills residence just saw its first penthouse sale — a year after a new developer took over

Centurion Real Estate Partners bought the Mandarin Oriental Residences in Beverly Hills from the struggling developer Michael Shvo.

Iranian air force jet crashes during training exercise, pilot killed

One pilot is dead and another injured after an Iranian air force jet crashed during a training exercise in the Nowbaran district. An Iranian air force jet...

Notepad is reportedly getting image support, and I'm wondering what Notepad's niche is now

It's not WordPad, but it's WordPad.

Mag-Lev Lemming Refuses To Fall

Are you ready to feel old? Lemmings just turned thirty-five. The famous puzzle game first came out in February of 1991 for the Commodore Amiga, before eventually being ported to just about …read more

I'm here to tell you your home server doesn’t need Kubernetes

Look, need and want are two different things

WATCH: President Trump says Iran 'can't have a nuclear weapon'

Trump on Thursday said "bad things will happen" to Iran if the country does not make a deal regarding nuclear enrichment at the inaugural meeting for the Board of Peace.

WATCH: Proposed billionaire tax divides Democrats

A proposed one-time 5% tax on billionaires in California is causing division between prominent national Democratic Party figures as the party seeks a unifying message ahead of the 2026 midterms.

WATCH: What’s next for former Prince Andrew after his arrest?

International attorney Ann Olivarius breaks down potential criminal pathways, jurisdictional hurdles and investigative next steps.

WATCH: King Charles arrives at London Fashion Week show after arrest of his brother

King Charles III attended a show at London Fashion Week after his brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

WATCH: Sports car slams into school bus in Florida

No serious injuries were reported after a Jaguar crashed into the back of a school bus in Florida. Fortunately, there were no children on the bus at the time.

WATCH: Sec. Rubio delivers remarks at President Trump's Board of Peace

"We have to get this right. There is no 'Plan B' for Gaza," the secretary of state said.

WATCH: Scientists discover new dinosaur species roughly the size of a T-Rex

During a 2022 expedition to Niger in West Africa, fossils of a new species of Spinosaurus, called Spinosaurus Mirabilis, were discovered.

WATCH: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested in London

Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest on Thursday follows the emergence of documents detailing communication between the former prince and the late convicted sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein.

WATCH: Trump says ‘really bad things’ will happen if Iran doesn't make deal

Pressed by ABC News' Karen Travers, President Trump repeated Thursday that “really bad things” would happen to Iran if its leaders don’t make a nuclear deal.

WATCH: Atlanta Braves star Ozzie Albies shares love of fish with kids

Three-time MLB All-Star Ozzie Albies is sharing his love of fish with a group of fifth graders in Georgia.

Couple ask wedding guests to bring groceries and chairs to their $13k DIY wedding: 'The Fyre Festival of weddings'

Weddings aren't cheap, but this bride is planning the "Fyre Festival" of ceremonies, and her friends are giving her a major side-eye over her plans.  People really do put a lot of planning and effort into their weddings, which are touted as one of the most i…

Kavanaugh in dissent: Bad policy or not, Trump's tariffs were 'clearly lawful'

Justices Kavanaugh, Alito, and Thomas argued that Trump's tariffs were lawful and that reversing them could get messy.

Supreme Court invalidates most of Trump's tariffs

The Supreme Court on Friday invalidated most of President Donald Trump's tariffs, a cornerstone of his economic policy in his second term.

Iran and the U.S. lean into gunboat diplomacy as nuclear talks hang in balance

Iran and the United States leaned into gunboat diplomacy Thursday, with Tehran holding drills with Russia and the Americans bringing another aircraft carrier closer to the Mideast.

Not All Cars Are Money Pits: 10 Cars That Are Worth More Used Than New

The car market can often defy logic. As we are aware, buying used saves money in general, as new cars lose a potential 30% of their value within two years...

Garb: White Cap

Surfside Supply "Brian Pinstripe Shirt / $125. Surfside Supply "Surfrider" Canvas Beach Bag / $50. Surfside Supply "Marine" French Terry Hoodie / $98. Surfside Supply "Joseph" Textured Shirt / $98. Surfside Supply Corduroy Hat / $35. Surfside Supply "Jimmy" S…

Campo Grande's Vaca Vieja Prime Rib

Vaca Vieja translates literally to "old cow," and in this instance, it's a compliment. Campo Grande sources this three-rib prime rib from 100% grass-fed cows that live up to 12 years, butchered in the Spanish style at a cooperative in...

WATCH: This baseball star shares his love of fish with 5th graders

Three-time MLB All-Star Ozzie Albies says he didn't hesitate after receiving letters from students asking for his advice on how to set up their classroom aquarium.

WATCH: British police arrest former Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct

British police confirmed that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor -- formerly known as Prince Andrew -- was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Capcom Pledges 'Firm Action' Following Widespread Resident Evil Requiem Leaks, Begs Fans Not to 'Ruin' Excitement for Others

Capcom has at last acknowledged the fact that Resident Evil Requiem has now been widely leaked, and promised "firm action" against those responsible.

Epstein Accomplice Goes Missing Right Before He Was Going to Spill

Jean-Luc Brunel was ready to testify against Jeffrey Epstein in 2016 in exchange for immunity from his own alleged crimes against women and girls.But when Epstein heard of Brunel’s plans, he reached out to attorney and former Obama White House counsel Kathryn…

Reporters Arrested at Trump’s Secret Deportation Compound in Cameroon

Four journalists and a lawyer were arrested in Cameroon trying to cover Donald Trump’s secret deportation program.The journalists were interviewing deported immigrants at a government detention center in the capital, Yaoundé, when they were detained by police…

Trump Brags About Peace as More U.S. Military Builds Up Near Iran

President Donald Trump won’t stop bragging about saving lives while making plans for war behind the scenes. Speaking at the inaugural meeting of his so-called Board of Peace in Washington Thursday, Trump boasted to world leaders about ending foreign wars arou…

one-mold uno stool brings flexibility and color into any interior space

modularity is achieved through spatial arrangement rather than assembly.

traditional european library transforms compact office into a layered reading space

vertical symmetry reinforces the room’s formal composition.

EC asks CEOs to make preparations: SIR to start in Punjab, Haryana, HP from April

SIR to start in Punjab, Haryana, HP from April

I finally quit the big 3 cloud providers for this Swiss alternative

No ads, no tracking—just storage that behaves.

The ‘Hopeless Labor’ of Writing

American writing instruction has always involved some level of torture. What happens when technology makes it easy?

No Need To Prime or Prep—This New Sheer Tint Is Your Skin, But Better

If there's anything we've learned from 2026's recent beauty trends, it's to keep the base simple, fresh, and hydrated. Lucky for us, It Cosmetics' newest product, the Do It All Sheer Tint Face...

Paradise Season 2 Review: Sterling K. Brown Returns For A Messier, But More Emotional Odyssey

Despite a bumpy ride, Paradise season 2 is well worth the watch, especially when it focuses on star Sterling K. Brown and new cast member Shailene Woodley.

Three Former Google Engineers Indicted Over Trade Secret Transfers to Iran

Two former Google engineers and one of their husbands have been indicted in the U.S. for allegedly committing trade secret theft from the search giant and other tech firms and transferring the information to unauthorized locations, including Iran. Samaneh Gha…

Tokyo architects renovate own office using reclaimed materials

Tokyo-based firm SYMBOLPLUS has completed a renovation of its own office. Completed at the beginning of this year, the project was an exercise in exploring how workplace design can respond to hybrid working patterns through material reuse, minimal interventio…

Steven Spielberg Returning To SXSW, Will Deliver Keynote Speech

Three-time Oscar winner Steven Spielberg is heading back to South by Southwest, this time as a keynote speaker on Friday, March 13. The filmmaker’s first time at SXSW was for the world premiere of his 2018 feature Ready Player One which was adapted from the s…

Default Folder X 6.2.6

Brings a few improvements and bug fixes for the Open/Save dialog utility. ($39.95 new, free update, 28.6 MB, macOS 10.13+)

Forget solid-state batteries – researchers have made a lithium-ion breakthrough that could boost range and drastically lower costs

Researchers say a new gel-based electrolyte could increase EV battery energy density while drastically lowering costs

Lattepanda IOTA as a Roon Server on Windows

Audio: Listen to this article.       Note: As a hockey fan this week has been amazing and terrible. The Olympic Games have been amazing, but they are during the middle of the day. I haven’t had time to get any work done! I’v been testing the Latte…

A Blockbuster Captures Japan’s Identity Crisis

“Kokuho” offers an artful meditation on a country in flux.

iGarden’s Hyper-portable Swim Jet Turns any Backyard Pool Into a Lap Pool for $699

iGarden’s Hyper-portable Swim Jet Turns any Backyard Pool Into a Lap Pool for $699Here’s a question: what if your backyard pool could moonlight as a personal aquatic gym, wave pool, and lazy river – all without any permanent...

Man builds Tetris console inside cardboard box

The eco-friendly DIY device runs on three AAA batteries.

I'm an American who's lived in Paris for nearly a decade. These 8 things have surprised me about living in the French capital.

As an American, living in Paris for almost a decade has come with many surprises about French culture, fashion, healthcare, and smoking habits.

The next iTunes may be vibe-coded

This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. Wouldn't it be great if you could exchange music recommendations with your friends, no matter …

Retirement Planning Mistakes That Only Show Up After You Stop Working

Most retirement planning mistakes are obvious in that you didn’t save enough money, you claimed Social Security too early, or you invested too conservatively...

Highguard Breaks Silence With Surprise Update And Teases A New Mode That Focuses On What The Game Does Best

The new mode will be focused on raiding

Rob Reiner's Family Reportedly Keeping Distance From The Alleged Killer Son, Nick, Amid His Stay In Jail

Nick Reiner has reportedly not yet received any visits from family members amid his stay in jail after being accused of killing his parents.

Migrants are not responsible for the UK’s healthcare crisis

They are not a burden on the NHS, but a vital part of how it functions.

American healthcare

Hello from CVS.  CVS messed up my order so I have to wait around for 30 minutes while they reprocess it.  It costs $30/month, used to be home-delivered, and their app said that today was the last day I could pick it up.  But when I arrived, they told me they’…

Bulgaria's caretaker government takes over, pledges to secure conditions for fair elections

SOFIA, Feb 19 () - Bulgaria's caretaker government led by Andrey Gyurov, deputy governor of ‌the Bulgarian National Bank, took over duty ‌on Thursday and...

Southwest to launch four new nonstop routes from Austin in October

Southwest Airlines is continuing its expansion efforts at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, with four new nonstop routes planned for October.

Apple and Google employees customized their own Tudor watches. Now they're up for sale.

Watch collector clubs inside Apple and Google have collaborated with watchmaker Tudor on limited-edition timepieces that are available for resale.

New: HandBrake Portable 1.10.2 (video converter) Released

HandBrake Portable has been released. Handbrake is a video converter with support for most video formats output to a set of modern, widely supported codecs. It's packaged in PortableApps.com Format so it can easily integrate with the PortableApps.com Platform…

Walmart delivers another quarter of impressive sales but offers a muted outlook

Walmart delivered another standout quarter as the promise of lower prices drew in a broader spectrum of Americans during the critical holiday shopping period, including wealthier households

Woman Finds Biological Sister Wanting To Connect, Assumes She’s Invited To Her Wedding

Adoption can leave people with very different feelings about biological family. Some spend years searching for answers, while others are content with the life they already have. Things got messy for one woman when a biological sister tracked her down and quic…

Nintendo Virtual Boy for Switch 2 Review: An Incredible Recreation of a Terrible Console

You'll enjoy Nintendo's $100 Virtual Boy if you enjoy digging through gaming history.

Walt Whitman’s Advice on Living a Vibrant and Rewarding Life

“Love the earth and sun and the animals… re-examine all you have been told at school or church or in any book, dismiss whatever insults your own soul…”

CodeSOD: Terned Backwards

Antonio has an acquaintance has been seeking career advancement by proactively hunting down and fixing bugs. For example, in one project they were working on, there was a bug where it would incorrectly use MiB for storage sizes instead of MB, and vice-versa.

As terrorists shift base to mountains and dense forests, a weekly security review to bring Jammu and Kashmir closer

Aim is to get instant operational and intelligence feedback and for better coordination between the security apparatus deployed in the two regions