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A new report found inflation on the rise in June, another indicator of the affect Donald Trump's tariffs are having on the US economy. https://www.cnet.com/tech/tariff-inflation-is-looking-real-so-im-tracking-11-key-products-for-price-moves/#ftag=CADf328eec

Some of these games are on sale for as much as 60% off, but don't expect these deals to last. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/best-video-games-under-50-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for July 19, No. 1,491. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-july-19-1491/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 19, #769. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-july-19-769/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for July 19, No. 299. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-july-19-299/#ftag=CADf328eec

Cleaning your TV screen regularly is smart, but harsh cleaners can ruin its surface. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/whats-the-right-way-to-clean-your-tv-screen-without-damage/#ftag=CADf328eec

You might be booking your flights all wrong. Here's what Google recommends. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/google-data-reveals-the-best-times-to-book-flights-for-the-cheapest-airfare/#ftag=CADf328eec

The most affordable foldable phones you can buy in the US have good specs and features for the price. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsung-galaxy-flip-7-fe-vs-motorola-razr-2025-battle-of-the-budget-foldables/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can't control the economy, but you can make money moves to help you ride out the storm. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/the-economy-sucks-right-now-take-your-revenge-with-this-new-money-trend/#ftag=CADf328eec

Get your iPhone powered back up without the wait using these tips. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-charging-too-slow-use-these-9-tricks-to-speed-it-up/#ftag=CADf328eec

I stopped using an extra app for private conversations. Instead I use my iPhone's Notes app. Here's how it works. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/keep-your-private-conversations-secret-with-your-iphone-notes-app/#ftag=CADf328eec

We take a deep dive into the advantages and controversies of Grok, and what sets it apart from other generative AI chatbots. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/what-is-grok-everything-to-know-about-elon-musks-ai-tool/#ftag=CADf328eec

How often are you washing your bath towels? While we use them when we're clean, damp conditions can still lead to bacteria and other issues. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/fresh-or-filthy-proper-bath-towel-hygiene/#ftag=CADf328eec

I like using Skyworth's battery-powered 24-inch TV so much better than a portable monitor. Here's why. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-portable-streaming-tv-turns-my-patio-into-an-entertainment-oasis/#ftag=CADf328eec

Get ready for fall with our recommendations for the best back-to-school tech including laptops, keyboards, headphones and more. https://www.cnet.com/tech/best-back-to-school-tech-gear/#ftag=CADf328eec

Colorful’s new GPU combines mid-range graphics with SSD storage, raising serious questions about upgrade flexibility, performance trade-offs.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/graphics-cards-with-ssd-slots-are-becoming-more-popular-but-i-fail-to-understand-why-these-products-actually-exist

Peter Connelly, known for composing Tomb Raider and shaping the series' iconic music, has been jailed after fraudulently obtaining over $75,000 in COVID support loans.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/tomb-raider-composer-jailed-for-75k-loan-fraud

Netflix admitted during its earnings call on Thursday that it used generative AI to create VFX in The Eternaut, a Netflix original from Argent

Article URL: https://www.filfre.net/2025/07/the-year-of-peak-might-and-magic/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44607403

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Article URL: https://www.biocentury.com/article/656520/third-death-from-a-sarepta-gene-therapy

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44608170

Points: 122

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Article URL: https://blog.nilenso.com/blog/2025/06/23/how-i-keep-up-with-ai-progress/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44608275

Points: 123

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https://blog.nilenso.com/blog/2025/06/23/how-i-keep-up-with-ai-progress/

Article URL: https://www.sciencenews.org/article/cancer-tumor-dna-blood-test-screening

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44608295

Points: 101

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https://www.sciencenews.org/article/cancer-tumor-dna-blood-test-screening

We launched marimo [1], an open-source reactive Python notebook, last year on HackerNews. Today, the most popular recent feature request in Google Colab’s issue tracker asks for marimo support in Colab [2].

Rather than try to convince Google to replace their notebook with marimo, we decided to just build our own cloud-hosted notebook service instead. We're calling this molab (mo for marimo), and we're launching it today.

You can try it at

Article URL: https://eprint.iacr.org/2025/1237

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44608622

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Article URL: https://kristoff.it/blog/asynchrony-is-not-concurrency/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44608754

Points: 74

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https://kristoff.it/blog/asynchrony-is-not-concurrency/

Article URL: https://www.grepular.com/Evolution%20Mail%20Users%20Easily%20Trackable%20Part%202

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44608814

Points: 12

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I've been working on librari.io for the past several months and just launched the beta version.

The Problem: I have 500+ books across multiple rooms in my house and was desperately looking for an app to manage them properly. Most library management apps are either too basic or designed for institutional libraries with rigid workflows that don't fit personal use.

What I Built:

- Multiple libraries: manage collections in different locations

- Location tracking - remember exactly which

Article URL: https://github.com/bitnami/charts/issues/35164

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44608856

Points: 19

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https://github.com/bitnami/charts/issues/35164

Article URL: https://old.reddit.com/r/Steam/comments/1m000kp/trying_to_send_a_sticker_in_steam_chat_burned/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44608998

Points: 28

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https://old.reddit.com/r/Steam/comments/1m000kp/trying_to_send_a_sticker_in_steam_chat_burned/

Article URL: https://burn.dev/blog/sota-multiplatform-matmul/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44609137

Points: 13

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https://burn.dev/blog/sota-multiplatform-matmul/

Article URL: https://paulkedrosky.com/honey-ai-capex-ate-the-economy/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44609130

Points: 99

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https://paulkedrosky.com/honey-ai-capex-ate-the-economy/

Article URL: https://vision3d-lab.github.io/hush/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44609508

Points: 3

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https://vision3d-lab.github.io/hush/

Article URL: https://arstechnica.com/ai/2025/07/exhausted-man-defeats-ai-model-in-world-coding-championship/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44609616

Points: 15

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https://arstechnica.com/ai/2025/07/exhausted-man-defeats-ai-model-in-world-coding-championship/

If you’ve built an audience around documenting your 9-to-5 online, what happens after you hand in your notice?

That’s the conundrum facing Connor Hubbard, aka “hubs.life,” a creator who amassed a huge following by sharing the mundane details of his corporate life as a senior analyst at a Fortune 500 company. In April 2024, The Guardian dubbed him “the most boring man on the internet,” with some of his most popular videos showing viewers his

I use these quick, effective steps to turn my home into a cool sanctuary during heatwaves -- while saving money. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/home-hacks-to-cool-down-without-blasting-the-ac/#ftag=CADf328eec

A study by Common Sense Media showed many say they'd just as soon talk with AI as with humans, but the survey company recommends that "no one younger than 18 should use AI companions." https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/more-than-half-of-teens-surveyed-use-ai-for-companionship-why-thats-not-ideal/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: This edgy hacker series won Emmys, changed the television medium and is one of the best dramas ever made. After a decade, I'm still beyond obsessed. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/whatever-you-do-dont-become-obsessed-with-this-conspiracy-thriller-on-netflix/#ftag=CADf328eec

If personal information like your home address has appeared online, take these steps to scrub it off the web. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/tips-to-safeguard-home-address-from-the-internet/#ftag=CADf328eec

Reduce the number of AI images in your searches with DuckDuckGo. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/this-search-engine-lets-you-hide-ai-generated-images-in-search-results/#ftag=CADf328eec

Microsoft has abruptly stopped offering rentals and sales of TV shows and movies on its media platforms. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/its-the-end-of-the-road-for-microsoft-store-movies-and-tv-shows-what-it-means-for-you/#ftag=CADf328eec

Dyson's beloved hair dryer has been an absolute game-changer for my hair, but at $500, there's no denying it's a big investment. That's why this deal is worth checking out. https://www.cnet.com/deals/the-dyson-supersonic-nural-hair-dryer-is-worth-the-hype-and-the-money-but-now-its-100-off/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Alpha Capricornids and Southern Delta Aquariids meteor showers will be at their full glory on the same day in July. https://www.cnet.com/science/space/two-meteor-showers-are-peaking-on-the-same-night-in-july-how-to-catch-a-glimpse/#ftag=CADf328eec

This AI Chatbot has a lot of functionality for everyday tasks, but it's still unsuitable for some things. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/11-things-you-shouldnt-be-using-chatgpt-for/#ftag=CADf328eec

I'm a frequent traveler, and the Insta360 Go 3S is my go-to device for getting cool POV footage. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-tiny-4k-action-cam-is-smaller-than-a-gopro-and-i-take-it-everywhere-i-travel/#ftag=CADf328eec

The tournament favorites takes on the hosts in Bern for a place in the semifinals. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-watch-spain-vs-switzerland-from-anywhere-for-free-stream-uefa-womens-euro-2025-soccer/#ftag=CADf328eec

Baseus' latest security cam tracks the sun so you don't have to worry about battery life, and it's available for preorder now. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/an-innovative-new-security-camera-has-a-solar-panel-that-follows-the-sun/#ftag=CADf328eec

Robot lawnmowers can simplify your summer lawn care routine, but are they worth the hefty price? Here's what you need to know before investing in one. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/are-robot-lawn-mowers-worth-the-splurge-what-you-need-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

Don't miss the latest on Paramount Plus, Netflix and other streaming services. Here's what you should binge this weekend. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/your-weekend-streaming-watch-list-untamed-the-summer-i-turned-pretty-star-trek-strange-new-worlds-more/#ftag=CADf328eec

I compared over 150 plans from the top ISPs to find the country's average broadband costs. Here's what I found. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/americans-are-paying-78-monthly-for-internet-on-average-heres-what-to-do-if-your-bill-is-too-high/#ftag=CADf328eec

A city cloaked in darkness hides a murder mystery, and other worldly manipulation, in this techno-noir gem. https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/this-dark-and-atmospheric-90s-flick-is-a-sci-fi-classic-and-its-streaming-free-on-tubi/#ftag=CADf328eec

Let us help you compare which platforms carry the live channels you want. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/live-tv-streaming-service-top-100-channels-guide-sling-youtubetv-more/#ftag=CADf328eec

There have been 56 serious injuries reported related to this Class I recall. If you use Dexcom's continuous glucose monitoring systems, this is what you need to know. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/these-continuous-glucose-monitors-have-been-recalled-due-to-faulty-speakers-what-you-need-to-do-to-stay-safe/#ftag=CADf328eec

You're vacuuming wrong -- and fixing your technique can make your floors truly squeaky clean. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/is-your-vacuuming-routine-just-moving-dirt-around-try-this-instead/#ftag=CADf328eec

Is hi-res music streaming about to hit the mainstream? If so, FiiO's got to be in pole position

https://www.techradar.com/audio/hi-fi/fiios-portable-hi-res-dac-and-amp-is-priced-to-make-you-an-audiophile-right-before-hi-res-goes-truly-mainstream

GodFather malware clones apps into hidden environments to steal crypto and bank logins.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/criminals-are-targeting-hundreds-of-legitimate-banking-and-crypto-apps-using-an-advanced-virtualization-technique-heres-how-to-stay-safe

More titles are about to be removed from Hulu in August. Check out the full list so you don't miss them.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/hulu/everything-leaving-hulu-in-august-2025

Netflix's enthusiasm about personalized ads might not go down well with subscribers on the lower-priced tier.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/netflix/netflixs-cheapest-tier-might-become-unbearable-as-the-streamer-confirms-the-rollout-of-personalized-ads

Lenovo’s white ThinkPad X9 Aura boasts sleek looks and powerful specs but sacrifices core features.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/sacrilege-lenovo-launches-white-thinkpad-with-only-four-ports-no-red-trackpoint-and-no-physical-touchpad-buttons-and-i-have-only-one-word-for-it-why

A very low-priced 2TB SSD at Newegg sees the Platinum P41 from SK hynix for only $114.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/ssds/only-usd114-for-the-2tb-platinum-p41-from-sk-hynix-in-this-newegg-low-price-deal-one-of-our-favorite-pcie-gen-4-drives

AMD’s 96-core Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9995WX reportedly scores 73% higher than its predecessor in Cinebench R23, though the result raises doubts about its realism.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/amds-threadripper-9995wx-stuns-in-cinebench-r23-new-ryzen-flagship-reportedly-73-percent-faster-than-its-predecessor

Ensuring your product communicates clearly to a global audience is not just about localisation. Even for products that have a proper localisation process, English often remains the default language for UI and communications. This article focuses on how you can make English content clear and inclusive for non-native users. Oleksii offers a practical guide based on his own experience as a non-native English-speaking content designer, defining the user experience for international companies. https:

Microsoft has rather abruptly closed down its Movies & TV app, which is accessible on Xbox and Windows PCs via the Microsoft Store. This allowed people to rent or buy movies or TV shows natively through their console or computer’s storefront, but in a newly updated

Remedy has announced plans to fix FBC: Firebreak and restore the good will of consumers after a rough launch earlier this year. Many of the issues surrounding the launch were regarding the onboarding p

Meta said on Friday that it won't sign the European Union's new AI code of practice. The guidelines provide a framework for the EU's AI Act, which regulates companies operating in the European Union.

The EU's code of practice is voluntary, so Meta was under no legal obligation to sign it. Yet Meta's Chief Global Affairs Officer, Joel Kaplan, made a

Article URL: https://www.quantamagazine.org/a-new-geometry-for-einsteins-theory-of-relativity-20250716/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44605670

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https://tangled.sh/@rockorager.dev/lsr

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44604050

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Article URL: https://www.neowin.net/news/libreoffice-calls-out-microsoft-for-using-complex-file-formats-to-lock-in-office-users/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44606646

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https://www.neowin.net/news/libreoffice-calls-out-microsoft-for-u

Article URL: https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/18/duckduckgo-now-lets-you-hide-ai-generated-images-in-search-results/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44606803

Points: 109

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https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/18/duckduckgo-now-lets-you-hide-ai-generated-images-in-search

Article URL: https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/18/starbase-injury-rates-outpace-rivals-as-spacex-chases-its-mars-moonshot/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44607252

Points: 28

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Article URL: https://lists.archlinux.org/archives/list/aur-general@lists.archlinux.org/thread/7EZTJXLIAQLARQNTMEW2HBWZYE626IFJ/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44607740

Points: 41

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Article URL: https://newsletter.pragmaticengineer.com/p/the-pulse-section-174-is-reversed

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44607961

Points: 19

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https://newsletter.pragmaticengineer.com/p/the-pulse-section-174-is-reversed

Article URL: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/07/18/meta-europe-ai-code.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44607838

Points: 34

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Article URL: https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/mango-health/jobs/3bjIHus-founding-engineer

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44608294

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OpenAI should continue to be controlled by a nonprofit because the artificial intelligence technology it is developing

A versal letters is a typographic flourish found in illuminated manuscripts and traditional book design, where it adds visual interest and helps guide a reader’s eye to where they should begin.

Getting Creative With Versal Letters originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the

A graphic-novel adaptation from Argentina already used AI to generate final footage, Netflix's CEO says. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/when-will-you-see-ai-generated-content-on-netflix-its-possible-you-already-have/#ftag=CADf328eec

DK is exactly what the Switch 2 needed to give gamers a glimpse of what Nintendo may have coming. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/donkey-kong-bananza-is-satisfyingly-smashing-madness/#ftag=CADf328eec

Walking is a great low-impact exercise, and hitting your daily steps may be easier than you think. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/your-10000-step-goal-may-only-be-a-walk-away-experts-explain-this-daily-exercise-goal/#ftag=CADf328eec

You'll need to set up direct deposit to get your Social Security payments by September. Here are the details. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/paper-social-security-checks-phasing-out-in-september-2025-but-exceptions-are-possible/#ftag=CADf328eec

An orca, Sasquatch and more emoji will land on your phone in the future. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/heres-your-first-look-at-the-nine-new-emoji-coming-out-this-fall/#ftag=CADf328eec

It appears Google has resolved the incident that caused a short-lived, but widespread outage. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/is-google-still-down-what-we-know-about-the-gmail-workspace-and-drive-outage/#ftag=CADf328eec

A study by Common Sense Media showed many say they'd just as soon talk with AI as with humans, but the survey company recommends that "no one younger than 18 should use AI companions." https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/more-than-half-of-teens-surveyed-regularly-use-ai-chatbots-why-thats-not-ideal/#ftag=CADf328eec

If your state participates, you can save a little extra on school supplies, clothing, laptops and more. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/sales-tax-holidays-tax-free-back-to-school-shopping-events-kick-off-this-weekend/#ftag=CADf328eec

The FCC is set to vote on proposals to secure submarine cables from foreign adversaries.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/us-government-wants-to-ban-chinese-technology-in-submarine-cables

We’re only a few weeks away from Apple TV+ releasing the first two episodes of Platonic season 2, and judging by the trailer, we’re in for a wild ride.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/apple-tv-plus/platonic-season-2s-trailer-looks-even-more-unhinged-than-the-apple-tv-shows-ridiculous-first-season-and-thats-the-best-news-we-could-ask-for

Bill Gates helps launch $1 billion initiative to help low-income Americans get out of problems with AI.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/bill-gates-charity-foundation-is-spending-usd1bn-to-boost-ai-tools-for-at-risk-americans

Should you be worried if you own one of these CPUs? The 14700K in particular is singled out as a concern.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/cpu/firefox-engineer-warns-intel-raptor-lake-cpus-are-crashing-more-often-because-of-the-summer-heat-and-its-making-me-worry-about-the-future-of-these-chips

For nine months, the group lurked, exfiltrating sensitive data and potentially moving to other networks, as well.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/chinese-hackers-were-able-to-breach-us-national-guard-and-stay-undetected-for-months

If you’re hunting around for some good savings or are just in the market for a good deal, then you’ve come to the right place. Each week, we cover a good range of offers, which all stand out to us to cover in separate deal articles, but some of these might slip through your net. [...]

The post I’m a full time deals hunter and these 9 savings are not to be missed this week

Remedy's multiplayer Left 4 Dead-like 'FBC: Firebreak' had tons of promise, but it hasn't blown up quite as the Control and Alan Wake developer might've liked. But that doesn't mean the team is giving up.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/remedy-offers-update-on-fbc-firebreak-details-coming-improvements