Lebanon, Israel Ceasefire Extended By 45 Days: US [15 May 26, 7:23pm] Lebanon and Israel on Friday extended a ceasefire for 45 days, despite a new flareup in violence, the US State Department said after mediating talks.
Go From Idea to Live Ecommerce Store in One Hour [4 May 26, 4:57pm] Learn how to set up, design, and launch your own online store with WooCommerce on WordPress.com in our new free, self-paced course.
A New Theme for Short-Form Blogging on WordPress.com [28 Apr 26, 2:50pm] At WordPress.com, we believe short thoughts deserve a real home. Today we’re introducing a new theme built for quick posts, replies, and reblogs: the kind of writing that lives somewhere between a tweet and a blog post, on a site that’s entirely…
Microsoft commits to native UI for Windows 11 as users push back against web app slop [15 May 26, 12:32am] The PC community is tired of memory-hogging web apps, and Microsoft is finally listening. In a major architectural pivot, the company is doubling down on the WinUI 3 framework to purge bloated web wrappers from Windows 11. With staggering performance…
Google’s Nest app is down for many in widespread outage [15 May 26, 4:20pm] The Google Home app has largely taken over for most Nest users, but if you still prefer to access older hardware via the Nest app, a widespread outage has broken functionality for many. more…
Pixelated 100: The Googlebook question [15 May 26, 4:01pm] Welcome to episode 100 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will celebrate the milestone by diving into Google’s latest Android Show announcements, including Android Intelligence, user-generated widgets, and, of cou…
Microsoft Warns of Exchange Server Zero-Day Exploited in the Wild [15 May 26, 12:06pm] Microsoft has shared mitigations for CVE-2026-42897 until a permanent patch can be released for affected Exchange Server versions.The post Microsoft Warns of Exchange Server Zero-Day Exploited in the Wild appeared first on SecurityWeek.
American Lending Center Data Breach Affects 123,000 Individuals [15 May 26, 11:06am] The non-bank lender discovered a ransomware attack nearly one year ago, but only recently completed its investigation.The post American Lending Center Data Breach Affects 123,000 Individuals appeared first on SecurityWeek.
OpenAI Hit by TanStack Supply Chain Attack [15 May 26, 10:37am] Two employee devices were compromised in the attack, and credential material was stolen from OpenAI code repositories.The post OpenAI Hit by TanStack Supply Chain Attack appeared first on SecurityWeek.
TeamPCP Ups the Game, Releases Shai-Hulud Worm’s Source Code [15 May 26, 9:47am] The hacking group is encouraging miscreants to use the code in supply chain attacks, promising monetary rewards.The post TeamPCP Ups the Game, Releases Shai-Hulud Worm’s Source Code appeared first on SecurityWeek.
Scientists discover giant “last titan” dinosaur, Southeast Asia’s largest ever [15 May 26, 12:36pm] A massive new dinosaur discovered in Thailand is rewriting Southeast Asia’s prehistoric history. The newly named Nagatitan chaiyaphumensis was a colossal long-necked sauropod that weighed around 27 tonnes and lived more than 100 million years ago.…
Is cannabis safe after 65? Stanford experts reveal 5 risks older adults should know [15 May 26, 12:18pm] Cannabis use among older adults is rising fast, but today’s marijuana is far more potent than many people realize — and experts warn the risks may be underestimated. Stanford Medicine specialists say modern cannabis can increase the chances of he…
Scientists discover vitamin B2 may help cancer cells survive [15 May 26, 11:44am] Scientists have uncovered a surprising dark side to vitamin B2: it may help cancer cells stay alive. The vitamin supports a cellular shield that protects tumors from ferroptosis, a form of programmed cell death linked to cancer suppression. In lab te…
The brain’s “feel good” chemical may be secretly fueling tinnitus [15 May 26, 11:11am] Scientists have uncovered evidence that serotonin — the same brain chemical boosted by many antidepressants — may actually worsen tinnitus. Using advanced light-based brain stimulation in mice, researchers identified a serotonin-driven circuit li…
One in five people may carry this hidden cholesterol risk without knowing it [15 May 26, 10:39am] Researchers analyzing over 20,000 patients found that very high levels of the inherited cholesterol particle Lp(a) dramatically raise the risk of stroke, cardiovascular death, and major heart complications. Because most people with elevated Lp(a) hav…
3 Ryobi Tools With Deep Discounts In May 2026 [15 May 26, 7:31pm] Several Ryobi tools are currently on sale at Home Depot, with discounts of up to $199 waiting. Here are the best Ryobi deals available in May 2026.
Honda's Next-Gen Sedan Design Looks Shockingly Different [15 May 26, 5:07pm] Honda introduced a new concept hybrid sedan today which looks very different for its current lineup, possibly hinting a new roadmap for the company.
Can we really keep kids safe online? [14 May 26, 10:00am] Future of Privacy Forum CEO Jules Polonetsky says protecting minors online requires more than just restrictions and parental controls.
What’s at stake for tech at the Trump-Xi meeting [13 May 26, 10:00am] U.S.-China summit to likely cover AI rivalry, chip exports, supply chain security, and the EV trade as leaders navigate intensifying geopolitical tensions.
Taiwan’s chips power the global economy. China holds the leverage [12 May 26, 10:00am] Big Tech’s reliance on TSMC makes the China-Taiwan dispute the world’s most dangerous geopolitical flashpoint, says writer Eyck Freymann ahead of this week’s Xi-Trump meeting in Beijing.
The Chinese whiz kids of Silicon Valley [11 May 26, 10:00am] Chinese-born tech workers have fueled Silicon Valley for decades. In the AI era, they're superstars.
For Carly Glovinski, Art and Gardening Grow Side by Side [15 May 26, 7:40pm] Carly Glovinski on how gardening, women writers, and the New England landscape inspired her new exhibition at Morgan Lehman Gallery.The post For Carly Glovinski, Art and Gardening Grow Side by Side appeared first on Artnet News.
Sotheby’s Posts $433 Million Haul, as Trophy Lots Continue to Carry the Market [15 May 26, 7:16pm] An $85.8 million Rothko and a heavily guaranteed lineup powered Sotheby’s strongest May sale in years.The post Sotheby’s Posts $433 Million Haul, as Trophy Lots Continue to Carry the Market appeared first on Artnet News.
Borghese Gallery Faces Pushback Over New Building Plan [15 May 26, 5:41pm] The Borghese Gallery is set to offer details of the project on May 19.The post Borghese Gallery Faces Pushback Over New Building Plan appeared first on Artnet News.
Inside the Unlikely Bond Between Lucian Freud and Kate Moss [15 May 26, 4:54pm] The new film 'Moss & Freud' dramatizes how the artist came to paint the model—and the bond that emerged between them.The post Inside the Unlikely Bond Between Lucian Freud and Kate Moss appeared first on Artnet News.
How to Control Infinite CSS Animations (Part 2 of 2) [15 May 26, 1:23pm] This time we get into very smooth starts and stops for infinite animations using CSS. One of the tricks is layering on a transition on top of an animation.
AI Engineer Is a New Role [14 May 26, 5:21pm] The job is creating dependable applications in production. Not just "a developer who uses LLMs", but an engineer in a constant evaluation and improvement loop.
Callout UI with CSS Offset & Border [13 May 26, 1:27pm] We look at designing callout UI elements using CSS, incorporating leader lines and text boxes. It details setting up the HTML structure, utilizing CSS properties like offset-path and borders.
Repeating Square Dots Backgrounds in CSS [12 May 26, 4:23pm] We look at a couple of ways to essentially draw a little square dot in a slightly larger area and let it repeat, giving us a nice dotted background effect.
Arrays, objects… now ‘composites’? [11 May 26, 11:15pm] Nice 9-minute video from Matt Pocock (from about a year ago) introducing composites. The problem of not being able to compare objects definitely feels worth solving. Or, more accurately, fixing the issue where when compare two objects that look exact…
How to Control Infinite CSS Animations (Part 1 of 2) [8 May 26, 9:26pm] Something like manipulating the speed of an animation isn't a big deal, but it's harder when the animation is *already running*. We got tricks.
#216 – Matt Schwartz on Exploring AI’s Impact in WordPress Agencies (Part 2) [13 May 26, 2:00pm] In this episode, Nathan Wrigley and Matt Schwartz continue their discussion about how WordPress agencies can harness AI. They cover practical applications like connecting AI to agency documentation, implementing guardrails with MCPs, using AI for int…
#215 – Matt Schwartz on Exploring AI’s Impact in WordPress Agencies (Part 1) [6 May 26, 2:00pm] Nathan Wrigley and Matt Schwartz discuss the evolving impact of AI on WordPress agencies, focusing on how AI can streamline agency processes beyond just building websites. They explore the importance of revisiting workflows, creating AI vision docume…
#214 – Robby McCullough on Beaver Builder, AI Hype, and Evolving WordPress Workflows [29 Apr 26, 2:00pm] In this episode, Nathan Wrigley interviews Robby McCullough, co-founder of Beaver Builder, about the evolving landscape of WordPress page builders amidst the rise of AI. They reflect on Beaver Builder’s 12-year journey, discuss initial skepticism t…
#213 – Malcolm Peralty on Managed WordPress Hosting and AI Innovation at Pressable [22 Apr 26, 2:00pm] In this episode, Nathan Wrigley interviews Malcolm Peralty from Pressable, about his tech and WordPress career, experiences with Drupal and Acquia, and his current role as a technical account manager. They discuss Pressable’s hosting services, thei…
#212 – Anne Bovelett on How Web Accessibility Boosts Traffic, SEO, and Revenue [15 Apr 26, 2:00pm] In this episode, Nathan Wrigley interviews Anne Bovelett, about the economic and human impact of web accessibility in WordPress. They discuss how improving accessibility offers significant SEO, traffic, and revenue benefits, referencing research show…
Observability and human intuition in an AI world [15 May 26, 7:40am] In this two for one episode recorded at HumanX, Ryan is first joined by Christine Yen, CEO of Honeycomb, to discuss how AI compresses the software development lifecycle, making observability about capturing the right telemetry. Then, Spiros Xanthos,…
How Braze’s CTO is rethinking engineering for the agentic area [13 May 26, 7:40am] Jon Hyman, co-founder and CTO of Braze, shares how he's led the company's engineering organization over nearly 15 years of growth — and how they transformed into an AI-first team in just a few months.
Connecting the dots for accurate AI [12 May 26, 7:40am] At HumanX, Ryan is joined by Philip Rathle, CTO at Neo4j to discuss what knowledge context means for AI agents, how limitations like stale training data make the model-only approach to agents a bad fit for enterprise environments, and how Graph RAG r…
Babcock Runs Into Costly Rework Issues in Type 31 Program [15 May 26, 3:35am] On Wednesday, British defense shipbuilder Babcock told its investors that it would be taking a steep charge due to rework on the first two hulls in t...
Vibrant Stage Design Brings Natural Forms of Mushrooms and Coral Reefs to Coachella [15 May 26, 4:35pm] Vibrant Stage Design Brings Natural Forms of Mushrooms and Coral Reefs to CoachellaMusic festivals wouldn’t be the same without the incredible stages that not only host the artists, but also create immersive experiences for the audience. For Coach…
This Mexico City Museum Holds Diego Rivera’s Expansive Pre-Columbian Artifact Collection [15 May 26, 2:45pm] This Mexico City Museum Holds Diego Rivera’s Expansive Pre-Columbian Artifact CollectionLate Mexican painter Diego Rivera is best known for his work advancing Mexican muralism, one of the most politically charged art movements of the 20th century.…
Rare Superbloom in Death Valley Cloaks the Desert Floor in Vibrant Florals [14 May 26, 7:20pm] Rare Superbloom in Death Valley Cloaks the Desert Floor in Vibrant Florals View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marlon Holden (@marlonholden) Death Valley, California, is the hottest place in North America. The summer temperatures regul…
GitHub availability report: April 2026 [14 May 26, 10:02pm] In April, we experienced 10 incidents that resulted in degraded performance across GitHub services.The post GitHub availability report: April 2026 appeared first on The GitHub Blog.
From latency to instant: Modernizing GitHub Issues navigation performance [14 May 26, 4:00pm] How the GitHub Issues team used client-side caching, smart prefetching, and service workers to make navigation feel instant.The post From latency to instant: Modernizing GitHub Issues navigation performance appeared first on The GitHub Blog.
Why Your AI Ad Strategy Is Only As Good As Your Data via @sejournal, @gregjarboe [15 May 26, 9:00am] AI magnifies what you give it. Weak inputs produce accelerated inefficiency. Here's what feeding the machine better signals actually looks like in 2026.The post Why Your AI Ad Strategy Is Only As Good As Your Data appeared first on Search Engin…
Google Analytics Adds AI Assistant As Default Channel Group via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern [14 May 26, 3:50pm] Google Analytics now separates AI assistant traffic from referrals with a new default channel group for recognized chatbot referrers like ChatGPT and Gemini.The post Google Analytics Adds AI Assistant As Default Channel Group appeared first on Searc…
Drake’s ‘Iceman’ Trilogy: The 20 Best Lines [15 May 26, 7:00pm] The Toronto rapper overwhelmed fans and critics last night with 43 songs, spanning three projects. We tried to pick the best bars.
Empromptu Launches Alchemy Models: The Next Wave of AI After Vibe Coding [15 May 26, 3:49pm] SAN FRANCISCO — Empromptu AI, the company leading enterprises through the transition of static SaaS to self-improving AI-native applications, today announced Alchemy Models, a new capability that allows companies to create, train, and deploy thei…
OpenAI announces Codex for mobile devices [14 May 26, 9:43pm] With the speed of AI-generated code and the quality and security teams overwhelmed by the avalanche, engineers who need to be dialed in to what’s happening at all times now don’t have to look any farther than their cellphones. Today, OpenAI annou…
From LLM-First to Code-First: Lessons From Building Enterprise AI Systems [14 May 26, 5:16pm] We are rewarding teams for how fast they generate code instead of how deeply they understand systems. Right now, developers can create APIs, microservices, cloud deployments, database layers, authentication flows, and front-end applications in hours…
The Ghost in the Matrix: Navigating the Era of Vibe Coding [13 May 26, 6:44pm] In modern software development shops, the sound of mechanical keyboards has been replaced with the silent exchange of tokens. This is the world of vibe coding, a term that Cameron Etezadi, CTO of LaunchDarkly, views with a mix of skepticism and wonde…
News Roundup: May 13, 2026 — AWS Kiro, UiPath, Signadot [13 May 26, 5:52pm] AWS upgrades Kiro agentic development platform AWS announced that Kiro, its agentic software development platform built around spec-driven development, is getting three upgrades: Parallel Task Execution, which runs independent coding tasks concurrent…
First Public Working Draft: Recognized Entities v1.0 [12 May 26, 9:15am] This specification describes a data model with which one or more recognized entities, such as one or more persons and/or organizations, can be described as known to perform specific actions, such as issuing or verifying a verifiable credential.
First Public Working Draft: Long Animation Frames API [28 Apr 26, 5:47am] This document defines an API that web page authors can use to detect presence of "long animation frames" that monopolize the UI thread for extended periods of time and block other critical tasks from being executed - e.g. reacting to user i…
First Public Working Draft: CBOR-LD 1.0 [28 Apr 26, 5:44am] CBOR is a compact binary data serialization and messaging format. This specification defines CBOR-LD 1.0, a CBOR-based format to serialize Linked Data.
Turla Turns Kazuar Backdoor Into Modular P2P Botnet for Persistent Access [15 May 26, 5:10pm] The Russian state-sponsored hacking group known as Turla has transformed its custom backdoor Kazuar into a modular peer-to-peer (P2P) botnet that's engineered for stealth and persistent access to compromised hosts. Turla, per th…
Four OpenClaw Flaws Enable Data Theft, Privilege Escalation, and Persistence [15 May 26, 1:35pm] Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a set of four security flaws in OpenClaw that could be chained to achieve data theft, privilege escalation, and persistence. The vulnerabilities, collectively dubbed Claw Chain by Cyera, can pe…
What 45 Days of Watching Your Own Tools Will Tell You About Your Real Attack Surface [15 May 26, 11:00am] In Your Biggest Security Risk Isn't Malware — It's What You Already Trust, we made a simple argument: the most dangerous activity inside most organizations no longer looks like an attack. It looks like administration. PowerShell, WMIC, ne…
TanStack Supply Chain Attack Hits Two OpenAI Employee Devices, Forces macOS Updates [15 May 26, 10:54am] OpenAI has disclosed that two of its employee devices in its corporate environment were impacted via the Mini Shai-Hulud supply chain attack on TanStack, but noted that no user data, production systems, or intellectual property were compromised or mo…
Visiting Museums May Slow Your Biological Aging, Study Finds [15 May 26, 12:00pm] "Evidence for arts and cultural engagement to be recognized as a health-promoting behavior."ScienceAlert stories are written, fact-checked, and edited by humans, never generated by AI. Don't miss a story, subscribe here.
Vast, Untapped Source of Lithium Found in The US Could Last 300 Years [15 May 26, 11:00am] "Abundant potential to reclaim our mineral independence."ScienceAlert stories are written, fact-checked, and edited by humans, never generated by AI. Don't miss a story, subscribe here.
Reducing fear is key to improving trust in police [15 May 26, 5:06pm] "...we hope our findings will be used to increase the quality of relationships between police and the community members they serve."
Kratom use is on the rise in the US [15 May 26, 4:56pm] A national study of kratom use in the US found rising popularity among young adults, and it's linked to addiction and mental health issues.
Air pollution tied to worse outcomes after surgery [14 May 26, 4:27pm] "When there was an elevation in PM2.5 air pollution in the week before surgery... we saw increased risk of major medical complications..."
Daily Deal: Babbel Language Learning (All Languages) [15 May 26, 5:58pm] Become a language expert with a Babbel Language Learning subscription. With the app, you can use Babbel on desktop and mobile, and your progress is synchronized across devices. Want to practice where you won’t have Wi-Fi? Download lessons before yo…
Bari Weiss Let Benjamin Netanyahu Pick His Own Softball Interviewer [15 May 26, 12:30pm] What’s left of CBS News recently landed an interview with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. It’s a bit of a doozy (transcript, video). There’s a part where Netanyahu tries to blame foreign social media bot farms for the rise in people…
delcy morelos softens barbican’s brutalist concrete with earth and spice installation [15 May 26, 10:50am] tunnels of soil, clay, hay, seeds, and fragrant spices create a tactile environment shaped by softness, memory, and collective experience.The post delcy morelos softens barbican’s brutalist concrete with earth and spice installation appeared first…
in venice, ukrainian artists reclaim joy with tender force [15 May 26, 10:30am] in ‘still joy – from ukraine into the world,’ fleeting acts of sweetness, intimacy, and play reveal joy not as escapism but as a defiant artistic form of survival.The post in venice, ukrainian artists reclaim joy with tender force appeared fir…
SNOC translates architectural thinking into new outdoor furniture [15 May 26, 9:30am] snoc explores tactile surfaces and architectural thinking in outdoor furniture, shaping cohesive environments to improve the outside life. The post SNOC translates architectural thinking into new outdoor furniture appeared first on designboom | arch…
