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Bornean orangutan, roaming freely in the digital forest, swinging from branch to branch, keeping an eye out for stinky durians and crawling insects (read: code smells and bugs). Highly arboreal, mostly solitary.
An “error of judgment” 😂
The BBC chair, Samir Shah, has said the corporation would like to apologise for an “error of judgment” over the editing of a speech by Donald Trump for Panorama.
Why the BBC is apologising over a Trump documentary – and what happens next
www.theguardian.com
November 12, 2025 at 5:02 PM
An “error of judgment” 😂
A thought-provoking essay by @mako.cc. The bottom line: it's the intrinsic ethical value of free software that truly sets it apart from non-free alternatives.
The same can be said of the real advantage democracy affords, especially at a time when authoritarianism clearly has its utilitarian appeal.
The same can be said of the real advantage democracy affords, especially at a time when authoritarianism clearly has its utilitarian appeal.
When Free Software Isn't (Practically) Superior - GNU Project - Free Software Foundation
www.gnu.org
November 11, 2025 at 2:08 PM
A thought-provoking essay by @mako.cc. The bottom line: it's the intrinsic ethical value of free software that truly sets it apart from non-free alternatives.
The same can be said of the real advantage democracy affords, especially at a time when authoritarianism clearly has its utilitarian appeal.
The same can be said of the real advantage democracy affords, especially at a time when authoritarianism clearly has its utilitarian appeal.
TIL after years of discussion, the #CSS spec was updated on 7 February 2023 to require that `border-width` be rendered to whole device pixels. That's why we always have crisp borders now – no more hacks needed!
[css-values-4][various] Define 'snapped as a border width', and invok… · w3c/csswg-drafts@29b1dae
…e it in several properties to snap computed values. #5210
github.com
October 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM
TIL after years of discussion, the #CSS spec was updated on 7 February 2023 to require that `border-width` be rendered to whole device pixels. That's why we always have crisp borders now – no more hacks needed!
I still remember first learning about Jane Goodall when I was a schoolboy – Roots & Shoots came to our school one day and gave out rulers made from recycled ink cartridges. Her grace, compassion, dedication and way of life have been an inspiration to me.
Thank you, Dr Jane Goodall. 🙏
Thank you, Dr Jane Goodall. 🙏
Jane Goodall, world-renowned primatologist, dies aged 91
Jane Goodall, world-renowned primatologist, dies aged 91
Jane Goodall Institute says ‘tireless advocate’ for natural world died in California during US speaking tour
The world-renowned primatologist Jane Goodall has died at the age of 91, her institute has said.
The Jane Goodall Institute announced that she had passed away of natural causes while in California as part of a US speaking tour. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
October 2, 2025 at 12:22 PM
I still remember first learning about Jane Goodall when I was a schoolboy – Roots & Shoots came to our school one day and gave out rulers made from recycled ink cartridges. Her grace, compassion, dedication and way of life have been an inspiration to me.
Thank you, Dr Jane Goodall. 🙏
Thank you, Dr Jane Goodall. 🙏
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President Donald Trump told reporters Thursday that “97%” of some network coverage was negative toward him.
“They give me only bad publicity or press,” Trump said. “They’re getting a license, I think maybe their license should be taken away. It’s up to Brendan Carr.” https://to.pbs.org/4nDxWRg
“They give me only bad publicity or press,” Trump said. “They’re getting a license, I think maybe their license should be taken away. It’s up to Brendan Carr.” https://to.pbs.org/4nDxWRg
LISTEN: Trump calls for licenses of TV networks that give him 'bad publicity' to be revoked
President Donald Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One on Thursday that “97%” of some network coverage was negative toward him. “They give me only bad publicity or press,” Trump said. “They’re get...
to.pbs.org
September 19, 2025 at 12:33 AM
President Donald Trump told reporters Thursday that “97%” of some network coverage was negative toward him.
“They give me only bad publicity or press,” Trump said. “They’re getting a license, I think maybe their license should be taken away. It’s up to Brendan Carr.” https://to.pbs.org/4nDxWRg
“They give me only bad publicity or press,” Trump said. “They’re getting a license, I think maybe their license should be taken away. It’s up to Brendan Carr.” https://to.pbs.org/4nDxWRg
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#Gaza | Experts from the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory & #Israel took questions from the media in Geneva today about their latest report, which found that Israel has committed genocide.
➡️ youtu.be/trUcK8hHaIA
➡️ youtu.be/trUcK8hHaIA
Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, UN Commission finds | Press Conference, 16 September 2025
YouTube video by UN Human Rights Council
youtu.be
September 16, 2025 at 12:05 PM
#Gaza | Experts from the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory & #Israel took questions from the media in Geneva today about their latest report, which found that Israel has committed genocide.
➡️ youtu.be/trUcK8hHaIA
➡️ youtu.be/trUcK8hHaIA
To the chefs who want to stick to their non-stick pans: good luck with that. 😉
California Wants to Ban ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Pans. These Chefs Say Don’t Do It.
www.nytimes.com
September 13, 2025 at 1:50 AM
To the chefs who want to stick to their non-stick pans: good luck with that. 😉
𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘶𝘭𝘦𝘳 (2025)
Putin entertained the idea of prolonging life through organ transplants, suggesting that immortality could be within reach as biotechnology advances, so I explored what he might look like at 150 years old.
Source of inspiration: Cassandra from 𝘋𝘰𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘞𝘩𝘰
Putin entertained the idea of prolonging life through organ transplants, suggesting that immortality could be within reach as biotechnology advances, so I explored what he might look like at 150 years old.
Source of inspiration: Cassandra from 𝘋𝘰𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘞𝘩𝘰
September 6, 2025 at 9:23 AM
𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘶𝘭𝘦𝘳 (2025)
Putin entertained the idea of prolonging life through organ transplants, suggesting that immortality could be within reach as biotechnology advances, so I explored what he might look like at 150 years old.
Source of inspiration: Cassandra from 𝘋𝘰𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘞𝘩𝘰
Putin entertained the idea of prolonging life through organ transplants, suggesting that immortality could be within reach as biotechnology advances, so I explored what he might look like at 150 years old.
Source of inspiration: Cassandra from 𝘋𝘰𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘞𝘩𝘰
“I would hope that people will see that we can dispense justice without being oppressive.”
RIP, your honour. You will be remembered. 🥀
RIP, your honour. You will be remembered. 🥀
Frank Caprio, a retired municipal judge in Rhode Island who found online fame as a caring jurist and host of “Caught in Providence,” has died. He was 88.
https://to.pbs.org/3HGkgFQ
https://to.pbs.org/3HGkgFQ
Judge Frank Caprio, whose empathy in Rhode Island court earned him fame, dies at 88
Frank Caprio, a retired municipal judge in Rhode Island who found online fame as a caring jurist and host of “Caught in Providence,” has died.
www.pbs.org
August 22, 2025 at 10:47 AM
“I would hope that people will see that we can dispense justice without being oppressive.”
RIP, your honour. You will be remembered. 🥀
RIP, your honour. You will be remembered. 🥀
Muscle growth feels awesome – regardless of gender – for orangutans and hoomans alike. I say this both from my first-hand experience during puberty and from the exhilaration I’ve observed among hoomans.
August 21, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Muscle growth feels awesome – regardless of gender – for orangutans and hoomans alike. I say this both from my first-hand experience during puberty and from the exhilaration I’ve observed among hoomans.
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Orangutans are not pets / entertainers / props for selfies!
Today is #InternationalOrangutanDay so let’s say NO to exploitation by:
• Sharing this message.
• Reject and speak out against social media posts that show #orangutans being exploited.
• Sign the BOSF pledge: wildlifetradepledge.com
Today is #InternationalOrangutanDay so let’s say NO to exploitation by:
• Sharing this message.
• Reject and speak out against social media posts that show #orangutans being exploited.
• Sign the BOSF pledge: wildlifetradepledge.com
August 19, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Orangutans are not pets / entertainers / props for selfies!
Today is #InternationalOrangutanDay so let’s say NO to exploitation by:
• Sharing this message.
• Reject and speak out against social media posts that show #orangutans being exploited.
• Sign the BOSF pledge: wildlifetradepledge.com
Today is #InternationalOrangutanDay so let’s say NO to exploitation by:
• Sharing this message.
• Reject and speak out against social media posts that show #orangutans being exploited.
• Sign the BOSF pledge: wildlifetradepledge.com
In fact, the Dalai Lama said as far back as 2015 that he could possibly be reincarnated as a “mischievous blonde woman”. Surely the screenwriter/producer of 𝘋𝘰𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘞𝘩𝘰 must have taken inspiration from this and acted on it first. 😂
Dalai Lama says institution of Dalai Lama will continue reut.rs/4ki2eHe
Dalai Lama says institution of Dalai Lama will continue
The Dalai Lama said on Wednesday the institution of the Dalai Lama will continue and the Gaden Phodrang trust has sole authority to recognise the future reincarnation, ending years of waiting by followers of the Tibetan Buddhist spiritual leader for details about his succession.
reut.rs
July 10, 2025 at 9:26 PM
In fact, the Dalai Lama said as far back as 2015 that he could possibly be reincarnated as a “mischievous blonde woman”. Surely the screenwriter/producer of 𝘋𝘰𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘞𝘩𝘰 must have taken inspiration from this and acted on it first. 😂
[1/2] Over the years, it has become increasingly apparent to me that recursion is deeply ingrained in the mind of RMS – the man simply lives and breathes the idea. For example, GNU is a recursive acronym, and the very concept of copyleft is form of recursion if you think about it.
June 24, 2025 at 8:50 AM
[1/2] Over the years, it has become increasingly apparent to me that recursion is deeply ingrained in the mind of RMS – the man simply lives and breathes the idea. For example, GNU is a recursive acronym, and the very concept of copyleft is form of recursion if you think about it.
It occurred to me today that the hacker spirit can be summed up in just four words: “Look, ma – no hands!”
On Hacking - Richard Stallman
stallman.org
June 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
It occurred to me today that the hacker spirit can be summed up in just four words: “Look, ma – no hands!”
My verdict: while embarrassingly crude in its current form, it can potentially grow into something great over time. Adding support for VS Code's `keybindings.json` would be a good start – being able to use familiar keyboard shortcuts in the terminal should prove especially handy on headless servers.
June 5, 2025 at 7:35 AM
My verdict: while embarrassingly crude in its current form, it can potentially grow into something great over time. Adding support for VS Code's `keybindings.json` would be a good start – being able to use familiar keyboard shortcuts in the terminal should prove especially handy on headless servers.
The characterization in this article is spot on! In my experience, Linux tends to fall short in areas that matter less in the server world. Aside from the audio stack, battery and power management is another weak link that comes to mind.
May 30, 2025 at 12:14 PM
The characterization in this article is spot on! In my experience, Linux tends to fall short in areas that matter less in the server world. Aside from the audio stack, battery and power management is another weak link that comes to mind.
By appropriating the sparkle symbol to represent AI-powered features, tech companies want you to think AI is magic ✨. Critics and skeptics alike should push back against this trend and embrace alternative imagery. #reclaimthesparkles
How the Sparkles Emoji Became the Symbol of Our AI Future
Companies including Google, Slack and Spotify picked the same icon for their AI applications, thanks to Silicon Valley’s ‘hive mind.’
www.wsj.com
April 15, 2025 at 3:44 PM
By appropriating the sparkle symbol to represent AI-powered features, tech companies want you to think AI is magic ✨. Critics and skeptics alike should push back against this trend and embrace alternative imagery. #reclaimthesparkles
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“Shame on you all. You’re all hypocrites,” she said as some in the crowd began to boo. “50,000 Palestinians in Gaza have been murdered with Microsoft technology. How dare you. Shame on all of you for celebrating on their blood. Cut ties with Israel.”
Microsoft CEOs interrupted by another employee protestor: “shame on all of you”
It was the second interruption of Microsoft’s anniversary event.
www.theverge.com
April 4, 2025 at 7:09 PM
“Shame on you all. You’re all hypocrites,” she said as some in the crowd began to boo. “50,000 Palestinians in Gaza have been murdered with Microsoft technology. How dare you. Shame on all of you for celebrating on their blood. Cut ties with Israel.”
I wouldn't go so far as to call it "pure incompetence", but this blunder does remind us that, unsettling as it may be, we are all mortal, and mental decline is an inevitable part of life.
Linus Torvalds forgot to release Linux 6.14 for a whole day
Linus Torvalds forgot to release Linux 6.14 for a whole day
‘It's just pure incompetence’ confesses penguin emperor
Linux kernel development boss Linus Torvalds has admitted his own “pure incompetence” led him to forget to deliver version 6.14 of the project.…
dlvr.it
March 26, 2025 at 1:53 PM
I wouldn't go so far as to call it "pure incompetence", but this blunder does remind us that, unsettling as it may be, we are all mortal, and mental decline is an inevitable part of life.
“Why not my favorite language X, Y or Z?”
Having listened to the episode, I can't help but ask: why not #OCaml? It seems to fit the bill quite well and should have been looked at as a strong contender.
Having listened to the episode, I can't help but ask: why not #OCaml? It seems to fit the bill quite well and should have been looked at as a strong contender.
the reasons why they chose @golang.io for the new @typescriptlang.org compiler
March 19, 2025 at 1:39 PM
“Why not my favorite language X, Y or Z?”
Having listened to the episode, I can't help but ask: why not #OCaml? It seems to fit the bill quite well and should have been looked at as a strong contender.
Having listened to the episode, I can't help but ask: why not #OCaml? It seems to fit the bill quite well and should have been looked at as a strong contender.
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Duterte’s arrest on an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant is a hopeful sign for victims in the Philippines and beyond. It shows that suspected perpetrators of the worst crimes, including government leaders, can and will face justice, wherever they are in the world.
March 11, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Duterte’s arrest on an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant is a hopeful sign for victims in the Philippines and beyond. It shows that suspected perpetrators of the worst crimes, including government leaders, can and will face justice, wherever they are in the world.
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Exclusive: Meta went to extreme lengths, including developing a censorship system, in a failed attempt to bring Facebook to millions of internet users in China, according to a whistleblower complaint.
Zuckerberg’s Meta considered sharing user data with China, whistleblower alleges
Meta went to extreme lengths, including developing a censorship system, in a failed attempt to bring Facebook to millions of internet users in China, according to a whistleblower complaint.
www.washingtonpost.com
March 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Exclusive: Meta went to extreme lengths, including developing a censorship system, in a failed attempt to bring Facebook to millions of internet users in China, according to a whistleblower complaint.
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A senior Thai court has annulled an outdated directive that restricted students' freedom of expression in their choices about their bodies and justified corporal punishments against students who didn’t have the directed style.
March 7, 2025 at 1:56 PM
A senior Thai court has annulled an outdated directive that restricted students' freedom of expression in their choices about their bodies and justified corporal punishments against students who didn’t have the directed style.
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We Were Wrong About Flathub
YouTube video by Brodie Robertson
youtu.be
February 25, 2025 at 10:59 PM