Israel: The Yemenite Children Affair [22 Oct 24, 1:26pm] The disappearance of over 2,000 babies - suspected victims of irregular adoption - in Israel in 1949.
Performance Chat Agenda: 22 October 2024 [22 Oct 24, 11:32am] Here is the agenda for this week’s performance team meeting scheduled for . If you have any topics you’d like to add to this agenda, please add them in the comments below. This meeting happens in the #core-performance channel. To join the meeting…
Internationalization improvements in 6.7 [21 Oct 24, 10:33am] There are a number of internationalization (i18n) improvements in WordPress 6.7, which I'd like to cover in this dedicated dev note.
Block Bindings: Improvements to the Editor Experience in 6.7 [21 Oct 24, 10:16am] WordPress 6.7 introduces various improvements to the Block Bindings API and the built-in post meta source, including a default UI and the beginnings of a public editor API. For an introduction to Block Bindings, first introduced in WordPress 6.5, see…
Updates to Block Hooks in WordPress 6.7 [21 Oct 24, 9:56am] Allow insertion as first or last child of Template Part block (#60854). Prior to WordPress 6.7, it wasn’t possible to insert a hooked block as a Template Part block’s first or last child, i.e. the following example wouldn’t work: This has now b…
Developer Notes for Zoom Out in WordPress 6.7 [21 Oct 24, 9:25am] Zoom Out in WordPress 6.7, introduces a new way to easily create and edit content using Patterns rather than lower-level, individual blocks. Accessible via a toggle in the editor toolbar, when activated the canvas will “zoom out” providing users…
New Plugin Template Registration API in WordPress 6.7 [20 Oct 24, 5:31pm] Since the introduction of block themes, theme authors have been able to create custom block templates. However, this possibility was limited to themes, leaving plugins without a straightforward way to register their own templates. To achieve similar…
Don’t buy sketchy wireless Android Auto adapters – what to look for [22 Oct 24, 2:30pm] Wireless Android Auto adapters are super useful, but you have to be careful with which ones you buy. Nowadays, there are more options than ever, but a lot of them are sketchy, and you probably shouldn’t bother in the first place. more…
Snapdragon 8 Elite may bring UWB to a lot more Android phones [22 Oct 24, 1:55pm] Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite looks like a stunning chipset for future Android phones, and it’s coming up pretty soon. And, from the looks of it, Snapdragon 8 Elite will usher in a new wave of UWB-supported smartphones. more…
Pixel 9 updates seem to have addressed frustrating Bluetooth issues [22 Oct 24, 1:40pm] Pixel phones have been notorious for random Bluetooth quirks and issues over the years, but the Pixel 9 series debuted with some bigger, more frustrating problems. Through recent updates, Google seems to have addressed these qualms. more…
Samsung says it still won’t make the cheaper Galaxy Z Fold everyone wants [22 Oct 24, 1:12pm] Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold lineup may be behind the curve, but the company still puts out an excellent foldable phone. Yet, Samsung has confirmed yet again that it has no plans to make a Galaxy Z Fold device with a more affordable price tag. more…
U.S. weather: Dry in east; active pattern for west [18 Oct 24, 1:52pm] A weather pattern change is in progress across the Western U.S. as an amplified upper trough supports the passage of a strong cold front across the Intermountain West. This will result in widespread mountain snow across the higher elevations…
U.S. oil rig number down by 1 [18 Oct 24, 1:49pm] U.S.oil rig count in the week to October fell by 1 to 585 rigs. Canadian oil rig number fell by 2 to 217. The Baker Hughes Rig Counts are an important business barometer for the drilling industry and its suppliers. When drilling r…
New York State achieved major solar milestone one year early [18 Oct 24, 1:46pm] Governor Kathy Hochul announced that 6 gigawatts (GW) of distributed solar have been installed across New York, marking the early achievement of the State’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act statutory goal a year ahead of schedule.…
Sofidel expansion expected to create 160 new jobs in Duluth, Minnesota [18 Oct 24, 1:43pm] Governor Tim Walz announced that the manufacturer Sofidel will make a $200 million expansion in Duluth, supported by $5 million in business expansion funding from the State of Minnesota. The expansion will create at least 160 new jobs, tr…
Sweetened beverage taxes decrease consumption in lower-income households by nearly 50% [21 Oct 24, 9:05pm] New research investigated responses to sweetened beverage taxes using the purchasing behavior of approximately 400 households in Seattle, San Francisco, Oakland and Philadelphia. Researchers found that after the tax was introduced, lower-income house…
The transformative power of movies [21 Oct 24, 9:04pm] Docudrama can lead people to be more empathetic toward people who are stigmatized in society, a new study finds.
Weather-changing El Nino oscillation is at least 250 million years old [21 Oct 24, 9:04pm] A new modeling study shows that the El Nino event, a huge blob of warm ocean water in the tropical Pacific Ocean that can change rainfall patterns around the globe, was present at least 250 million years in the past, and was often of greater magnitud…
Microbes drove methane growth between 2020 and 2022, not fossil fuels [21 Oct 24, 9:03pm] Microorganisms growing in landfills, on agricultural land and in wetlands are contributing to skyrocketing levels of atmospheric methane, a potent greenhouse gas, according to new research.
Subaru EyeSight Not Working? Here's How To Reset It [22 Oct 24, 2:45pm] Subaru EyeSight has helpful features that help keep drivers safe, and resetting it could fix it if it isn't working. Here's how to fix EyeSight.
Every Major Sport Touring Motorcycle On The Market Today [22 Oct 24, 2:30pm] Explore top sport-touring motorcycles, combining thrilling performance with comfort for long rides. Discover the latest models and features from top brands.
10 Of The Best Looking Nissan Trucks Ever Designed [22 Oct 24, 1:30pm] Nissan's trucks have a specific appeal to fans of the brand and consumer trucks, and there are tons of cool trucks you'll want to know about.
5 Non-Harley Motorcycles Powered By A V-Twin Engine [22 Oct 24, 1:15pm] While Harley-Davidson is famed for its powerful V-Twin engines, it's certainly not the only motorcycle manufacturer that places them in bikes.
North America Enters Rig Loss Streak [22 Oct 24, 7:41am] North America cut three rigs week on week, according to Baker Hughes' latest rotary rig count.
IEA Opens First Office Outside of Paris HQ in Singapore [22 Oct 24, 6:30am] 'The opening of the IEA's new office in Singapore is a historic moment for the IEA and signals a step change in our relationship with Southeast Asia'.
Rare Egon Schiele Death Mask Appears at Auction [22 Oct 24, 1:17pm] Sculptor Gustinus Ambrosi made four copies of Schiele's death mask.The post Rare Egon Schiele Death Mask Appears at Auction appeared first on Artnet News.
Stray Dog’s Pyramid Climb Goes Viral—And Raises Concerns for Giza’s Ancient Monuments [22 Oct 24, 12:46pm] The viral clip highlights the unexpected risks Egypt's ancient wonders face, from wildlife intrusion to preservation challenges.The post Stray Dog’s Pyramid Climb Goes Viral—And Raises Concerns for Giza’s Ancient Monuments appeared first…
‘We Are Bodies of Water’: Artist Melissa McGill on Tracing the Cosmos Through Waterways [21 Oct 24, 9:29pm] The American artist is the subject of her first—and most expansive—solo to date in Turin, Italy, at Mazzoleni gallery.The post ‘We Are Bodies of Water’: Artist Melissa McGill on Tracing the Cosmos Through Waterways appeared first on Artnet N…
A California Museum’s Prized Gauguin Goes on View—But How Real Is It? [21 Oct 24, 9:28pm] The painting was excluded from the artist's recent catalogue raisonné, casting doubt on its authenticity.The post A California Museum’s Prized Gauguin Goes on View—But How Real Is It? appeared first on Artnet News.
#141 – Christy Nyiri and Mike Straw on Automattic’s Special Projects Team [16 Oct 24, 2:00pm] On the podcast today we have Christy Nyiri and Mike Straw from Automattic's Special Projects Team. They discuss their design work, contributions to WordPress, and the team's internal, agency-like model. They highlight their passion for qual…
Rahmat Akintola: Voices of the Open Source AI Definition [10 Oct 24, 11:30am] The Open Source Initiative (OSI) is running a series of stories about a few of the people involved in the Open Source AI Definition (OSAID) co-design process. Today, we are featuring Rahmat Akintola, one of the volunteers who has helped to shape and…
How we passed the AI conundrums [9 Oct 24, 5:01pm] Some people believe that full unfettered access to all training data is paramount. This group argues that anything less than all the data would compromise the Open Source principles, forever...
The Open Source Initiative Supports the Open Source Pledge [8 Oct 24, 1:00pm] Creating a new social norm of companies paying Open Source maintainers and organizations, the Open Source Pledge is supported by the OSI and other contributors.
Members Newsletter – October 2024 [3 Oct 24, 12:30pm] We’re pleased to announce that Release Candidate 1 of the Open Source AI Definition has been confirmed and published! If you’d like to add your name to the list of endorsers published online,...
Co-designing the OSAID: a highlight from Nerdearla [3 Oct 24, 12:05pm] At the 10th anniversary of Nerdearla, one of the largest Open Source conferences in Latin America, Mer Joyce, Co-Design Facilitator of the Open Source AI Definition (OSAID), delivered a key presentation titled "Defining Open Source AI".
The Open Source AI Definition RC1 is available for comments [2 Oct 24, 5:04pm] The Open Source AI Definition first Release Candidate has been published and collaboration continues online. Read what changes have been made, what to do next and how to get involved.
A Journey toward defining Open Source AI: presentation at Open Source Summit Europe [1 Oct 24, 5:05pm] A few weeks ago I attended Open Source Summit Europe 2024, an event organized by the Linux Foundation, that brought together brilliant developers, technologists and leaders from all over the world, reinforcing what Open Source is truly about—collab…
A food system that fights climate change — instead of causing it | Gonzalo Muñoz [22 Oct 24, 2:56pm] Here's a wild stat: nearly one-third of the world's food production goes to waste each year, a major contributor to the climate crisis. Farmer and UN climate champion Gonzalo Muñoz sheds light on the international negotiations aimed at tur…
Could we replace data centers with … plant DNA? | Cliff Kapono and Keolu Fox [21 Oct 24, 2:51pm] Is it possible to meet the world's seemingly infinite demand for data storage while also caring for the natural environment? Biomedical researcher Keolu Fox and professional surfer and scientist Cliff Kapono believe that Indigenous knowledge com…
Why creativity thrives on challenges | Jon M. Chu [18 Oct 24, 2:58pm] Filmmaker Jon M. Chu has enjoyed an incredible run of success, directing films like "Crazy Rich Asians," "In the Heights" and the highly anticipated adaptation of "Wicked" in theaters soon. But he wasn't always sure…
Will the end of economic growth come by design — or disaster? | Gaya Herrington [18 Oct 24, 2:46pm] What if solving poverty, caring for nature and fostering well-being were the ultimate goals of the economy, instead of growth for its own sake? Environmentalist and economist Gaya Herrington proposes a shift in thinking from "never enough"…
A sonic journey through the universe | Felipe Sánchez Luna [17 Oct 24, 2:53pm] In an astounding sonic experience, creative director Felipe Sánchez Luna takes you on a journey through the universe as told in sound. Take a deep breath, listen closely and discover the power of sound to provide you with a new emotional understandi…
What long COVID taught me about life (and data) | Giorgia Lupi [16 Oct 24, 2:56pm] Data isn't just about numbers or trends — it's about capturing the stories that shape our lives, says information designer Giorgia Lupi. Following a long COVID diagnosis, she tracked her symptoms meticulously over four years, the data cul…
New report reveals that targets to save 30% of the ocean by 2030 aren't being met [22 Oct 24, 3:10pm] The world is gathering in Colombia for the UN biodiversity conference known as Cop16, a biannual pulse-taking of the living planet where actions to protect the natural world are agreed. At its last meeting in 2022, an ambitious roadmap for nature pro…
A model for the decline of trends, fads and information sharing [22 Oct 24, 3:07pm] A model of human behavior finds that people will share information if enough—but not too many—of their contacts do so. Humans are social creatures, and many behaviors and beliefs can spread from person to person. Understanding the dynamics of beh…
Theoretical framework reveals how reaction conditions tune catalytic selectivity [22 Oct 24, 3:00pm] Chemists at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory have developed a new theoretical framework for more accurately predicting the behavior of catalysts. These collections of atoms lower the energy needed for countles…
Get a grip: The best thumb position for disc launch speed and spin rate [22 Oct 24, 3:00pm] Disc golf is a sport growing in popularity, but there hasn't been much research into the best techniques—until now. Researcher Zachary Lindsey and his team studied professional and amateur disc golf players in Georgia to analyze the effect of…
The U.S. AI Safety Institute stands on shaky ground [22 Oct 24, 3:13pm] One of the only U.S. government offices dedicated to assessing AI safety is in danger of being dismantled if Congress doesn’t choose to authorize it. The U.S. AI Safety Institute (AISI), a federal government body that studies risks in AI systems, w…
Ex-SpaceX engineers land $14M to scale new method for 3D printing metal [22 Oct 24, 2:59pm] 3D printing objects using metal is a well-established technique, but it tends to be too complex, expensive, or imprecise to match traditional methods at scale. Armed with $14 million from Nvidia and Boeing, Freeform aims to change that, building a ne…
Stability claims its newest Stable Diffusion models generate more ‘diverse’ images [22 Oct 24, 2:53pm] Following a string of controversies stemming from technical hiccups and licensing changes, AI startup Stability AI has announced its latest family of image generation models. The new Stable Diffusion 3.5 series is more customizable and versatile than…
Celebrities Reunite With Their Past Selves in Realistic Photoshop Edits [22 Oct 24, 2:45pm] Celebrities Reunite With Their Past Selves in Realistic Photoshop EditsEver wonder what it would be like to meet your younger self? Digital creator Ard Gelinck brings this idea to life with his Photoshop skills, creating realistic portraits of celeb…
7 Flowers That Are Perfect for Pressing This Autumn [22 Oct 24, 9:55am] 7 Flowers That Are Perfect for Pressing This AutumnFall is in full swing, which means that there’s more time to spend indoors working on crafts. Flower pressing is a wonderful way to work with your hands and create wall art or cards with items fro…
Astronomers Make a Discovery That Challenges Our Notions of the Universe [21 Oct 24, 7:20pm] Astronomers Make a Discovery That Challenges Our Notions of the UniverseIt's common knowledge that our planet is part of the Milky Way, and that our galaxy is just a small part of the universe. But an international team of researchers guided by…
Anne Frank’s Secret Rooms Recreated for Exhibition in New York [21 Oct 24, 5:30pm] Anne Frank’s Secret Rooms Recreated for Exhibition in New YorkAmsterdam's Anne Frank House is visited by millions of people each year, and now, for the first time, its rooms will be recreated for a one-of-a-kind exhibition in New York City. T…
Photo Contest Celebrates Excellence in Architectural Photography [21 Oct 24, 4:35pm] Photo Contest Celebrates Excellence in Architectural PhotographyThe proper photography can make a piece of architecture pop by accentuating its design. In awknowledgement of this, the Architecture MasterPrize (AMP) recognizes excellence in the field…
U.S. Border Surveillance Towers Have Always Been Broken [21 Oct 24, 3:47pm] A new bombshell scoop from NBC News revealed an internal U.S. Border Patrol memo claiming that 30 percent of camera towers that compose the agency's "Remote Video Surveillance System" (RVSS) program are broken. According to the report,…
EFF to Third Circuit: TikTok Has Section 230 Immunity for Video Recommendations [18 Oct 24, 10:24pm] EFF legal intern Nick Delehanty was the principal author of this post.EFF filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in support of TikTok’s request that the full court reconsider the case Anderson v. TikTok after a th…
A Flourishing Internet Depends on Competition [18 Oct 24, 8:28pm] Antitrust law has long recognized that monopolies stifle innovation and gouge consumers on price. When it comes to Big Tech, harm to innovation—in the form of “kill zones,” where major corporations buy up new entrants to a market before they…
California Attorney General Issues New Guidance on Military Equipment to Law Enforcement [17 Oct 24, 8:04pm] California law enforcement should take note: the state’s Attorney General has issued a new bulletin advising them on how to comply with AB 481—a state law that regulates how law enforcement agencies can use, purchase, and disclose information abo…
Prosecutors in Washington State Warn Police: Don’t Use Gen AI to Write Reports [17 Oct 24, 2:27pm] The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, which handles all prosecutions in the Seattle area, has instructed police in no uncertain terms: do not use AI to write police reports...for now. This is a good development. We hope prosecutors across…
Securing the open source supply chain: The essential role of CVEs [21 Oct 24, 4:00pm] Vulnerability data has grown in volume and complexity over the past decade, but open source and programs like the Github Security Lab have helped supply chain security keep pace. The post Securing the open source supply chain: The essential role of…
GitHub for Nonprofits: Drive social impact one commit at a time [17 Oct 24, 5:00pm] Now, it’s easier than ever for nonprofits to receive GitHub product discounts.The post GitHub for Nonprofits: Drive social impact one commit at a time appeared first on The GitHub Blog.
Career growth, learning, and fun, oh my! Your guide to GitHub Universe 2024 [17 Oct 24, 4:00pm] Dive into a whirlwind of insights, inspiring sessions, and mingle with industry leaders at this year’s Universe. Get your tickets now before they’re gone! The post Career growth, learning, and fun, oh my! Your guide to GitHub Universe 2024 appea…
GitHub Availability Report: September 2024 [10 Oct 24, 8:54pm] In September, we experienced three incidents that resulted in degraded performance across GitHub services. The post GitHub Availability Report: September 2024 appeared first on The GitHub Blog.
5 tips and tricks when using GitHub Copilot Workspace [9 Oct 24, 4:00pm] GitHub Next launched the technical preview for GitHub Copilot Workspace in April 2024. Since then, we’ve been listening to the community, learning, and have some tips to share on how to get the most out of it!The post 5 tips and tricks when using…
Google Expands Travel Feeds In Search Ads via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern [21 Oct 24, 7:57pm] Google expands Travel Feeds in Search Ads, allowing hotel advertisers to display more detailed information in search resultsThe post Google Expands Travel Feeds In Search Ads appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Calling all Google Workspace Developers! Your feedback is needed [21 Oct 24, 8:03pm] Steven Bazyl, Head of Google Workspace Developer Relations, recently distributed a survey aimed at getting feedback on the Google Workspace platform. This is your chance to influence the future of the platform.The survey is short and focuses on k…
Quickly append file permissions in Google Drive with Google Sheets and Google Apps Script [16 Oct 24, 8:16am] Phil Bainbridge has written this post with a Google Apps Script tool that simplifies the process of appending new permissions to existing files in Google Drive or Shared Drive. The solution is designed for users who already have a Google Sheet contai…
Gassypedia October 2024 Update: Apps Script Ecosystem Trends on Github [7 Oct 24, 7:35pm] Bruce Mcpherson has created an October 2024 update report on Gassypedia, a shared dataset that tracks the Google Apps Script ecosystem on Github. The data is publicly available on BigQuery and Looker Studio if you want to explore yourself, but Bruce…
IBM releases next generation of Granite LLMs [21 Oct 24, 5:53pm] IBM has announced the third-generation of its open source Granite LLM family, which features a number of different models ideal for various use cases. “Reflecting our focus on the balance between powerful and practical, the new IBM Granite 3.0 mo…
Microsoft 365 Copilot allows users to create their own autonomous agents [21 Oct 24, 4:08pm] Microsoft is continuing to improve generative AI across Windows with new updates to Microsoft 365 Copilot. The company has announced that the ability for users to create their own autonomous agents in Copilot Studio is moving from private to public p…
Apple adds new requirements for apps distributed through the App Store in the EU [18 Oct 24, 3:47pm] Apple is adding new requirements for developers releasing apps through its App Store in the EU because of new rules imposed by the Digital Services Act (DSA), a new regulation for online platforms and marketplaces designed to make those spaces safer…
Q&A: Why the Developer Relations Foundation is forming [17 Oct 24, 6:14pm] Developer relations (DevRel) is an important role within the development space, acting as a liaison between a company making development tools and the developers actually using those tools. Recently, the Linux Foundation announced its intent to form…
WCAG2ICT Published as W3C Group Note [8 Oct 24, 7:06am] WCAG2ICT describes how Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) principles, guidelines, and success criteria can be applied to non-web information and communications technologies (ICT), specifically to non-web documents and software.
Consortium Members elect Board of Directors [27 Sep 24, 5:00pm] World Wide Web Consortium Members have elected seven individuals to the World Wide Web Consortium, Inc. Board of Directors
Quick exercise bursts enhance cognitive function [22 Oct 24, 2:57pm] New research finds that bursts of exercise, like cycling or HIIT workouts, can improve memory, attention, and other cognitive functions.
How guilt and shame control environmental decisions [21 Oct 24, 6:59pm] A new study contributes to a deeper understanding of how emotions of guilt and shame influence people's everyday environmental decisions.
American teens feel pressure in 6 areas of life [21 Oct 24, 6:20pm] A new study flips the typical approach in research about youth and social media by first listening to teens about the pressures they face.
Former Sony Exec Worries Creativity Will Stagnate Due To AAA Sequels & Free Games [21 Oct 24, 11:16pm] I’ve talked about Shawn Layden before. And in admiring terms, too. In the wake of the much of the industry consolidation we saw in the video game space last year, his comments about both what that would mean for creativity within gaming, the creati…
libratone puts speakers on top of sports headphones UP for wireless, open ear listening [22 Oct 24, 10:30am] there are no buds to push into the canal as the sports headphones’ speakers lie just outside the ears.The post libratone puts speakers on top of sports headphones UP for wireless, open ear listening appeared first on designboom | architecture &…
smart, eco-conscious architecture and décor inspired by nature’s finest materials [22 Oct 24, 9:50am] caneplexus blends tradition with modern design, offering sustainable architectural and décor solutions crafted from natural materials.The post smart, eco-conscious architecture and décor inspired by nature’s finest materials appeared first on de…
breathable stone facade by maanchitra enfolds family residence in rural india [22 Oct 24, 9:30am] marble, natural wood, and kota stone are selected to blend with the surrounding landscape.The post breathable stone facade by maanchitra enfolds family residence in rural india appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
