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Bluesky: Updated Terms and Policies

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-18 18:54:14

Since launching Bluesky two years ago, we’ve grown tremendously. As our community has expanded, feedback on our terms of service, community guidelines, copyright, and privacy policies has surfaced opportunities to improve clarity. With more experience under our belt and an evolving regulatory landscape, we’re updating the language in our terms and policies to better explain our approach and provide more detail. For our Community Guidelines, we’re asking for input from the community. The propose

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Lambdas, Nested Functions, and Blocks (2021)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-15 12:31:24

I have the fortunate privilege to be part of the ISO C Standard mailing list, and recently a thread kicked off about Lambdas and what their need is in the C Community. That thread was in response to an ongoing push by Jens Gustedt’s proposal N2736, where Gustedt is building steam to put a proper function + data type into the C Standard at some point. What kicked off in that thread was a lot of talking about nested functions, blocks, statement expressions, whether we even need the ability to have

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Lambdas, Nested Functions, and Blocks

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-16 00:31:24

I have the fortunate privilege to be part of the ISO C Standard mailing list, and recently a thread kicked off about Lambdas and what their need is in the C Community. That thread was in response to an ongoing push by Jens Gustedt’s proposal N2736, where Gustedt is building steam to put a proper function + data type into the C Standard at some point. What kicked off in that thread was a lot of talking about nested functions, blocks, statement expressions, whether we even need the ability to have

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Google Photos wants to help you spot deepfakes and AI edits (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-21 16:00:08

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google is working on adding a new section called “How was this made” to the details view. This section will tell a user if certain photos or videos were edited with AI or not. The feature uses Content Credentials to maintain a history of edits, both with and without AI tools. An error message will appear if the media history has been modified or is missing. As AI continues to blur the lines between what’s real and what’s fake, it’s becoming increasingly

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Apple Reportedly Planning AI Comeback, Complete With a Tabletop Robot

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-21 16:42:00

Apple wants a bigger place in your home, according to a report Wednesday from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. While you might think of Apple primarily as the maker of the iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook, AirPods and more, the tech giant reportedly hopes to use artificial intelligence to sell you a number of new smart home devices. Those devices may include a tabletop robot, home security cameras and a smart speaker with a screen. An Apple representative didn't immediately respond to a request for c

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April Fools 2014: The Real Test Driven Development (2014)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-22 15:46:40

Update: APRIL FOOLS! class LinkGeneratorTest(googletest.TestCase): def setUp( self ): self .generator = link_generator.LinkGenerator() def testGetLinkFromIDs( self ): expected = ( 'https://frontend.google.com/advancedSearchResults?' 's.op=ALL&s.r0.field=ID&s.r0.val=1288585+1310696+1346270+' ) actual = self .generator.GetLinkFromIDs(set((1346270, 1310696, 1288585))) self .assertEqual(expected, actual)

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April Fools 2014: The Real Test Driven Development

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-22 21:46:40

Update: APRIL FOOLS! class LinkGeneratorTest(googletest.TestCase): def setUp( self ): self .generator = link_generator.LinkGenerator() def testGetLinkFromIDs( self ): expected = ( 'https://frontend.google.com/advancedSearchResults?' 's.op=ALL&s.r0.field=ID&s.r0.val=1288585+1310696+1346270+' ) actual = self .generator.GetLinkFromIDs(set((1346270, 1310696, 1288585))) self .assertEqual(expected, actual)

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Launch HN: Golpo (YC S25) – AI-generated explainer videos

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-23 03:11:35

Enterprise Built for teams that scale When you need unlimited video creation, custom workflows, and dedicated support for your entire organization.

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How to Wash a Heated Blanket Safely

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-23 08:08:00

Crawling into a warm bed after a long, hard day is hard to beat, but it isn't always a given. As we work our way towards the fall, you're probably already looking forward to getting your electric heated blanket out of the closet. And if you don't already own one, now is the time to start shopping for one. But like other blankets, they do need some upkeep -- and things get more complicated when there is electricity involved. One obvious question has probably already sprung to mind. Whether you'r

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As a cell phone expert, these are the 5 cheapest carriers I recommend

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-24 15:00:02

Ryan Haines / Android Authority Over the last few years, I’ve tried well over a dozen phone service providers across a variety of different price points. While I regularly recommend a few carriers above the rest, what if you’re simply looking for the cheapest service you can get without sacrificing too much in terms of quality and features? The good news is that there are plenty of options out there. Below, I’ll focus on just five carriers that I feel offer a solid mix of pricing, reputation,

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ChatGPT's new subscription costs less than $5, but it's not for everyone

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-11-24 03:01:24

OpenAI has begun updating its pricing page to include a new plan called 'ChatGPT Go.' It costs 399 INR (Indian Rupee) or roughly $4.55, but there’s a catch. The GPT Go plan will be limited to certain regions, likely developing countries like India. It’s unclear if OpenAI will expand the low-cost subscription to other regions, including the United States. The ChatGPT web app warns that the Go plan is "Only available in certain regions" at ₹399 INR/month, with everything in Free. But it also of

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Teen Influencer Stranded in Antarctica After Controversial Plane Landing

gizmodo.com Lucas Ropek 2025-11-25 17:00:23

An American teenager is currently stuck in Antarctica after illegally landing his single-engine airplane in Chilean territory. 19-year-old Ethan Guo, who was in the midst of navigating a trip around the world when he landed at the world’s southernmost pole, has been stuck in the icy region since June, according to the Associated Press. Upon landing, local officials charged Guo with providing them with “false flight plan information” and landing without authorization. Since then, he has been sta

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HMRC using AI to scour suspected tax cheats' social media

feeds.bbci.co.uk Unknown 2025-11-26 08:11:48

HMRC using AI to scour suspected tax cheats' social media 50 minutes ago Share Save Tom Gerken Technology reporter Share Save Getty Images HMRC has confirmed it uses artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor social media posts as part of criminal investigations into suspected tax cheats. It said the tech would not replace "human decision-making" and was subject to legal oversight. "Greater use of AI will enable our staff to spend less time on admin and more time helping taxpayers, as well as be

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You can now watch Apple TV+ shows for free on United Airlines flights

9to5mac.com Benjamin Mayo 2025-11-26 22:19:21

You can now watch Apple TV+ shows on in-flight entertainment systems across United Airlines’ fleet of planes, thanks to a new partnership announced today. United travellers can get free access to Apple Originals like Severance, Slow Horses, and Ted Lasso, with more titles being added on a monthly basis. The United partnership follows a similar long-running deal Apple has had with American Airlines. In the case of United, customers can watch using the in-flight entertainment system in the back

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United Now Offers Complete Seasons of Apple TV Plus Shows

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-26 22:00:00

United has a new offering for passengers looking to fight in-flight boredom: full seasons of Apple TV Plus original shows. United on Tuesday announced Apple TV Plus is now included at no cost on the airline's more than 130,000 seatback screens and in the United app. The entire first seasons of Severance, Shrinking, Ted Lasso, Slow Horses and Silo are among the select titles available. Passengers will also get access to The Morning Show and Bad Sisters in September. An Apple TV Plus subscriptio

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Netherlands: Citrix Netscaler flaw CVE-2025-6543 exploited to breach orgs

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-11-28 08:19:49

The Netherlands' National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is warning that a critical Citrix NetScaler vulnerability tracked as CVE-2025-6543 was exploited to breach "critical organizations" in the country. The critical flaw is a memory overflow bug that allows unintended control flow or a denial of service state on impacted devices. "Memory overflow vulnerability leading to unintended control flow and Denial of Service in NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway when configured as Gateway (VPN virtual

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iPhone 17, the ‘thinnest iPhone ever,’ and everything else we’re expecting out of Apple’s hardware event

techcrunch.com Lauren Forristal 2025-11-28 22:22:05

Apple usually announces its new hardware in the fall, and this year is likely no different. The event is reported to be on September 9, and Apple is expected to release its iPhone 17 lineup, along with updates for the Apple Watch and AirPods. As always, there are many rumors circulating, including bigger screens and improved cameras for the iPhone 17 models and the introduction of an ultra-thin iPhone Air that could replace the Plus model. iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max The iPhone 17 is ex

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Ratfactor's Illustrated Guide to Folding Fitted Sheets

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-29 12:58:52

If you search the Web for the history of fitted sheets, you’re going to find a reference to exactly two patents: 1959 - Bertha Berman of New York: FITTED BED SHEET CONSTRUCTION (PDF, 355Kb) 1992 - Gisele Jubinville of Alberta: MATTRESS COVER/FITTED BED SHEET (PDF, 492Kb) Now, if you actually look at the patents, what you’ll see is that Berman’s was a more complex design that consisted of multiple pieces (but does feature elastic!) And Jubinville’s design, indeed, has the stitched-in elastic d

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How to Watch Man United vs. Fiorentina From Anywhere: Stream Preseason Friendly Soccer

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-29 15:45:03

The Red Devils' preparations for the upcoming English Premier League campaign come to a close on Saturday as Man United takes on Italian outfit Fiorentina on home turf in its final preseason friendly. Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to watch this friendly match as it happens, wherever you are in the world. We'll also explain how to use a VPN if the match isn't available where you are. Ruben Amorim's team has had an encouraging couple of weeks, with three wins from thre

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How Wikipedia is fighting AI slop content

theverge.com Emma Roth 2025-11-30 22:30:47

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. With the rise of AI writing tools, Wikipedia editors have had to deal with an onslaught of AI-generated content filled with false information and phony citations. Already, the community of Wikipedia volunteers has mobilized to fight back against AI slop, somethi

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Diabetic Man With Gene-Edited Cells Produces His Own Insulin—No Transplant Drugs Required

gizmodo.com Ed Cara 2025-12-01 22:20:36

A new case study offers a tantalizing glimpse into the potential future of transplantation medicine. A man with type 1 diabetes is now able to make his own insulin thanks to a transplant of gene-edited pancreatic cells—a transplant that hasn’t required the typical drugs used to avoid rejection. Scientists in Sweden and the U.S. conducted the research, published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine. The 42-year-old man with long-standing diabetes was given donated islet cells that we

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Firefly Aerospace soars over 30% in market debut to land at $8.5 billion valuation

cnbc.com Samantha Subin 2025-12-03 08:13:36

Firefly’s CEO Jason Kim reacts during the company's IPO at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City, U.S., August 7, 2025. Firefly Aerospace jumped more than 34% in its Nasdaq debut on Thursday after pricing shares above its expected range. The stock closed at $60.35, valuing the company at roughly $8.5 billion. Shares initially opened at $70 under the ticker symbol FLY. Space technology has gained momentum in recent years as companies such as Elon Musk's SpaceX amass more funding and governmen

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Woman Diagnosed with Malaria in Washington May Be State’s First Locally Acquired Case

gizmodo.com Natalia Mesa 2025-12-03 12:55:11

Washington state officials have revealed that a local woman has been diagnosed with malaria, which, if confirmed, would mark the first known case of the disease being acquired in the state. The woman was diagnosed with malaria, a mosquito-borne illness caused by a parasite, on August 2, according to the officials. State and federal public health agencies are working to confirm the source of the infection, according to a statement published on Wednesday. Officials believe that the infection may

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Firefly Aerospace stock opens at $70 in Nasdaq debut

cnbc.com Samantha Subin 2025-12-03 22:58:02

Firefly Aerospace rings the opening bell at the Nasdaq on Aug. 7th, 2025. Firefly Aerospace jumped more than 50% in its Nasdaq debut on Thursday after pricing shares above its expected range. Shares started trading at $70 each under the ticker symbol FLY. The initial price values the company at close to $10 billion. The shares ticked lower after the open. Space technology has gained momentum in recent years as companies such as Elon Musk's SpaceX amass more funding and government contracts. F

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Mark your calendar: The ROG Xbox Ally release date just leaked

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-12-03 22:59:51

TL;DR The release date of the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X will reportedly be October 16. The date comes from a leak focused on Europe, but other regions may follow suit. Xbox is expected to show off the handhelds and begin pre-sales during its Gamescom showcase on August 20. Xbox’s upcoming handhelds have been making waves since rumors about them began, but one key detail has remained elusive until now. A new report claims the official release date of the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X will be on Octo

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Outdated Software, Nationwide Chaos: United Grounds Flights After Meltdown

news.ycombinator.com Judith Dunville 2025-12-04 17:55:41

United Airlines passengers across the country found themselves stranded, confused, and angry on Wednesday as a massive technology failure triggered a nationwide grounding of flights. The culprit: Unimatic, a decades-old internal system so vital to United’s operations that when it failed, the airline had no choice but to bring the entire operation to a standstill. From major hubs in Chicago, Newark, Denver, Houston, to San Francisco, the outage rippled through the airline’s scheduling, flight

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5 carriers you should sign up for instead of Verizon

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-12-05 06:30:09

Joe Maring / Android Authority If you’re a Verizon customer, chances are you probably aren’t thrilled with the current state of the carrier. We recently reported on a host of plan and price changes, none of which are positive. Verizon is eliminating loyalty discounts, increasing the price of activation fees and other bill charges, and removing Apple Arcade and Google Play Pass perks that were previously included in its plans. To put it simply, Verizon isn’t in the best position right now, and

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Trump vows 100% tariff on chips, unless companies are building in the U.S.

cnbc.com Kevin Breuninger 2025-12-05 17:36:29

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during an event with Apple CEO Tim Cook in the Oval Office of the White House on August 6, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Donald Trump said Wednesday he will impose a 100% tariff on imports of semiconductors and chips, but not for companies that are "building in the United States." The announcement of new sector-specific tariffs shows Trump ratcheting up his efforts to pressure businesses to manufacture their products in the U.S. But specifics about the p

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DoorDash shares rise on earnings, revenue beat

cnbc.com Ari Levy 2025-12-06 03:37:50

Doordash food delivery service in New York City on Feb. 13, 2025. DoorDash shares climbed about 5% in extended trading on Wednesday after the food delivery company reported better-than-expected earnings and revenue for the second quarter. Here's how the company did compared to analyst estimates based on LSEG's consensus: Earnings per share : 65 cents vs. 44 cents expected : 65 cents vs. 44 cents expected Revenue: $3.28 billion vs. $3.16 billion expected Revenue jumped 25% from $2.63 billion

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Airbnb beats on top and bottom lines for second quarter

cnbc.com Ashley Capoot 2025-12-06 03:25:32

Airbnb reported second-quarter results on Wednesday that beat analysts' expectations. Here's how the company did based on average analysts' estimates compiled by LSEG: Earnings per share: $1.03 vs. 93 cents expected $1.03 vs. 93 cents expected Revenue: $3.10 billion vs. $3.04 billion expected Revenue increased 13% from $2.75 billion during the same period last year. The company reported net income of $642 million, or $1.03 per share, up from $555 million, or 86 cents per share, a year earlie

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Latest Tech News

Bluesky: Updated Terms and Policies

Lambdas, Nested Functions, and Blocks (2021)

Lambdas, Nested Functions, and Blocks

Google Photos wants to help you spot deepfakes and AI edits (APK teardown)

Apple Reportedly Planning AI Comeback, Complete With a Tabletop Robot

April Fools 2014: The Real Test Driven Development (2014)

April Fools 2014: The Real Test Driven Development

Launch HN: Golpo (YC S25) – AI-generated explainer videos

How to Wash a Heated Blanket Safely

As a cell phone expert, these are the 5 cheapest carriers I recommend

ChatGPT's new subscription costs less than $5, but it's not for everyone

Teen Influencer Stranded in Antarctica After Controversial Plane Landing

HMRC using AI to scour suspected tax cheats' social media

You can now watch Apple TV+ shows for free on United Airlines flights

United Now Offers Complete Seasons of Apple TV Plus Shows

Netherlands: Citrix Netscaler flaw CVE-2025-6543 exploited to breach orgs

iPhone 17, the ‘thinnest iPhone ever,’ and everything else we’re expecting out of Apple’s hardware event

Ratfactor's Illustrated Guide to Folding Fitted Sheets

How to Watch Man United vs. Fiorentina From Anywhere: Stream Preseason Friendly Soccer

How Wikipedia is fighting AI slop content

Diabetic Man With Gene-Edited Cells Produces His Own Insulin—No Transplant Drugs Required

Firefly Aerospace soars over 30% in market debut to land at $8.5 billion valuation

Woman Diagnosed with Malaria in Washington May Be State’s First Locally Acquired Case

Firefly Aerospace stock opens at $70 in Nasdaq debut

Mark your calendar: The ROG Xbox Ally release date just leaked

Outdated Software, Nationwide Chaos: United Grounds Flights After Meltdown

5 carriers you should sign up for instead of Verizon

Trump vows 100% tariff on chips, unless companies are building in the U.S.

DoorDash shares rise on earnings, revenue beat

Airbnb beats on top and bottom lines for second quarter

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