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Hey HN!

A few weeks ago, meet.hn was released. We are now about 1700 hackers willing to meet each other in almost 700 locations worldwide.

Since then, some community requested features and bug fixes have been implemented.

- locations are now searchable and not restricted to a simplistic city-country pair

- locations work with diacritics and diverse languages

- new socials: personal website, email, Mastodon, Discord, GitLab, Google Scholar, YouTube, etc.

- upon user request, I can

Article URL: https://maplant.com/2024-12-13-Scheme-to-the-Spec-Part-I:-Concurrent-Cycle-Collection.html

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This has been a good year for web performance. We’ve seen some exciting new features and updates that have the potential to make a big impact on how we build and optimize websites. https://webdesignernews.com/2024-in-review-whats-new-in-web-performance/

We are living, breathing websites – each of us a complex layout system constantly negotiating space. https://webdesignernews.com/designing-space-and-emotions-the-css-box-model-analogy/

When the content wraps to a new line, there is enough space for the figure, but the figure stays with the classic look. Can we do better? https://webdesignernews.com/solved-by-modern-css-feature-image/

Rather than provide any high level insight, let me address the various changes in Tailwind 4 individually. https://webdesignernews.com/thoughts-on-tailwind-4/

Language models (LMs) have become a critical technology for tackling a wide range of natural language processing tasks, making them ubiquitous in both AI research and commercial products. https://webdesignernews.com/awesome-open-source-language-models/

SpaceX is launching a new mission: making its Starbase site a new Texas city.

Billionaire Elon Musk‘s company on Thursday sent a letter to local officials requesting an election to turn what it calls Starbase—the South Texas site where SpaceX builds and launches its massive Starship rockets—into an incorporated city. Residents o

Experimenty s polokovem ZrSiS při magnetooptické spektroskopii přinesly nečekané první pozorování exotických kvazičástic semi-Diracových fermionů. Při pohybu určitým směrem se jeví jako nehmotné, při jiném směru pohybu se zase zdá, že mají hmotnost. Podivné kvazičástice by mohly mít rozmanité praktické uplatnění. http://www.osel.cz/13819-fyzici-poprve-pozorovali-kvazicastice-ktere-jsou-ci-nejsou-hmotne-podle-smeru-pohybu.html

The latest iteration in the long-running and hugely popular Call of Duty franchise can now be yours for just $35. https://www.cnet.com/deals/save-50-and-play-blockbuster-game-call-of-duty-black-ops-6-on-your-ps5/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple cider vinegar can do it all, from cleaning your kitchen to boosting your health. Here's how to maximize the benefits. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/everything-you-need-to-know-about-maximizing-apple-cider-vinegar-for-your-health/#ftag=CADf328eec

A real-world test of Microsoft's AI search feature shows it's capturing personal information it's supposed to filter out. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/microsofts-recall-feature-captures-credit-cards-and-social-security-info/#ftag=CADf328eec

Amazon has an array of Dreame robot vacuums on sale and our exclusive code can increase your savings, just in time for the holidays. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-exclusive-offer-code-will-save-you-more-than-50-on-select-dreame-vacuums-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Your toaster needs to be regularly cleaned, just like any other kitchen appliance. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/the-correct-way-to-clean-your-toaster-inside-and-out/#ftag=CADf328eec

The holidays are right around the corner and so are the shipping cutoffs for getting gifts in time. Take a look at the best places to shop that offer in-store or curbside pickup options. https://www.cnet.com/deals/shipping-deadlines-are-coming-up-and-in-store-pickup-is-your-best-bet-for-last-minute-gifts/#ftag=CADf328eec

As part of the Call of Duty wintry CODMAS event, developer Treyarch is boosting player level XP, weapon XP and battle pass XP gains this weekend. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/call-of-duty-black-ops-6-double-xp-weekend-and-multiplayer-free-trial-live-now-december-13-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's common to feel like you are sleeping too much during winter. Here's why and our tips to help you feel your best. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/snuggle-in-and-cozy-up-youre-going-to-sleep-more-this-winter/#ftag=CADf328eec

Did you know that healthy aging comes down to the vitamins and minerals you get? These are the top ones you need. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/healthy-aging-made-easy-the-6-vitamins-and-minerals-experts-say-you-need-plenty-of/#ftag=CADf328eec

Hazelight Studios has unveiled its new co-op game, Split Fiction.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/consoles-pc/split-fiction-is-a-new-co-op-game-from-the-studio-behind-the-award-winning-it-takes-two

"Lawful access by design" is "insecurity by design," say experts. Here's all you need to know.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/cyber-security/civil-societies-warn-against-eu-plans-to-make-digital-devices-monitorable-at-all-times

Amazon's new AI feature for Prime Video knows what you want to watch next.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/amazon-prime-video/prime-video-is-testing-a-great-new-feature-thatll-use-ai-to-better-recommend-movies-and-shows

eM Client snaps up Postbox to enhance email solutions and expand user base.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/em-client-acquires-postbox-enhancing-its-email-offerings-and-expanding-its-user-base

Samsung and Google's VR headset could be a mistake, but the glasses sound sweet.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/virtual-reality-augmented-reality/project-moohan-shows-samsung-doesnt-understand-what-makes-the-meta-quest-3-special-and-i-dont-think-ai-will-rescue-it

Apple’s CarPlay 2 system is meant to launch by the end of 2024, but it’s nowhere in sight.

https://www.techradar.com/vehicle-tech/where-is-apple-carplay-2-a-2024-launch-is-looking-unlikely-but-not-impossible

Method looked to to abuse FileProvider to steal iOS and macOS files, but it's now been fixed.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/apple-forced-to-patch-ios-and-macos-security-flaw-that-could-have-leaked-your-private-info

Astro Bot has won Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/consoles-pc/astro-bot-takes-home-four-major-awards-at-the-game-awards-2024-including-game-of-the-year

It's surprising to see that Arcane lost to Fallout for the Best Adaptation at The Game Awards 2024.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/i-didnt-expect-fallout-to-win-best-adaptation-at-the-game-awards-2024-when-netflixs-arcane-was-such-a-hit

If you have a Yoto Mini speaker (SKU PRPLXX00860), please stop using it immediately and contact Yoto for a free battery replacement kit.

https://www.techradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/this-yoto-mini-fire-hazard-childrens-speaker-has-been-recalled-again-due-to-its-overheating-battery

Nintendo Switch 2 might've just been leaked, or has it?

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/do-these-images-show-the-nintendo-switch-2-we-have-our-doubts

Get the Beats Studio Buds for $99 and give the gift of music this holiday season

https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/airpods-earbuds/snag-the-boomin-beats-studio-buds-for-just-usd99-time-for-the-holidays

Here’s everything that we know so far about the Samsung Galaxy S25, from its expected release date and price to its specs, features, and more.

https://www.laptopmag.com/phones/android-phones/samsung-galaxy-s25-rumors-expected-release-date-price-specs-and-more

The Elder Scrolls Online developer ZeniMax Online Studios has unionized, with Microsoft voluntarily recognizing the union.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/zenimax-online-studios-union-xbox-microsoft

An incorrect report claims that Microsoft has dropped Windows 11's strict TPM 2.0 requirement. It hasn't.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/no-microsoft-isnt-letting-you-install-windows-11-on-unsupported-hardware

Broadcom expects three major hyperscale customers to deploy AI supercomputers with 1 million Broadcom-developed AI GPUs in 2027.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/ai-gpu-clusters-with-one-million-gpus-are-planned-for-2027-broadcom-says-three-ai-supercomputers-are-in-the-works

HDMI 2.2 is expected to further widen the bandwidth and transfer rates along with support for higher resolutions and refresh rates.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/hdmi-2-2-is-set-to-debut-at-ces-2025-the-new-standard-brings-higher-resolutions-refresh-rates-and-bandwidth

Break It Yourself has gone above and beyond this Christmas by decorating his entire block with a synchronized light show featuring custom candy canes.

https://www.tomshardware.com/raspberry-pi/raspberry-pi-lights-up-a-synchronized-neighborhood-holiday-light-show

Intel's new Arc B580 reigns as the budget-mainstream GPU right now, with an official starting MSRP of just $249. Partner cards cost more, and the card is selling quickly, but supplies should improve in the coming days. Here's a look at all the models available and where to buy the Intel Arc B580 graphics cards.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus

Nvidia is celebrating the inevitable RTX 50 series announcement at CES 2025 with a 50 hour LAN party that will take place in Las Vegas, Beijin, Taipei, and Berlin.

https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/pc-gaming/nvidia-revives-lan-party-after-13-years-to-celebrate-rtx-50-series-gpu-launch-geforce-lan-50-is-a-50-hour-lan-party-across-four-different-cities

Minisforum launches MS-A1 AM5 Mini PC with OCuLink eGPU support.

https://www.tomshardware.com/desktops/mini-pcs/minisforums-am5-mini-pc-gets-ryzen-9-9950x-upgrade-for-usd919-adding-64gb-ram-and-2tb-ssd-pushes-the-price-tag-to-usd1-199

If you missed out on picking up Sonos soundbars and/or speakers on sale during Black Friday, here’s another chance for you to score good deals on them before the holidays. They’re now up to 39 percent off. The Ray soundbar, for one, is getting the full discount.

For the next three months, I plan on staying as warm and cozy as possible, tucked away watching movies, reading books and playing games. If you're also doing the latter, a soon-to-be-expired deal on

2024 is unquestionably the year of Balatro. It came out of nowhere to fill our heads with dreams of flush fives and legendary Jimbos. But I think what put it really over the top was when it launched on iOS and Android earlier this fall. That’s because even though I don’t have the numbers to prove it, Charlie Brooker — as he so often does in his show Black Mirror – made a particularly prescient prediction during an interview with

It's getting close to pinch time, when gifts bought online will probably arrive in time for the holidays, but then again, might not. If you're willing to assume the odds are in your favor — or don't really care when something arrives on your doorstep — you'll be happy to know this turned out to be a pretty good week to save on tech. 

Many of the sale prices from Black Friday expired after Cyber Week ended, but some deals have miraculously popped back up. The

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The surest sign a social media platform is winning: when Meta starts cribbing notes from it.

Stories only arrived on Instagram in 2016 after Snapchat proved the ephemeral concept had some heat. Reels launched on Instagram in 2020 and Facebook and

Experts weigh in to help you keep your teeth in tip top shape. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/should-you-floss-before-or-after-brushing/#ftag=CADf328eec

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but here's what you should keep in mind. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/how-much-should-you-keep-in-a-cd/#ftag=CADf328eec

I spoke with executive producers Nigel Marchant and Gareth Neame about the series and Jackal's interesting human side. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/the-day-of-the-jackal-eps-on-that-twist-filled-season-finale-and-whats-next-for-the-jackal/#ftag=CADf328eec

President-elect Trump might try to eliminate the $7,500 tax credit for electric vehicles, but there's still time to make the most of it. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/whats-going-to-happen-to-the-ev-tax-credit/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Messages app on the iPhone (and iPad) is more expressive than ever, including unique emoji with Apple Intelligence. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/have-you-tried-all-8-of-these-new-iphone-messages-in-ios-18-2/#ftag=CADf328eec

Johnson and Chris Evans seek out a missing man with the bag in the Prime Video offering. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/red-one-starring-dwayne-johnson-hits-streaming-how-to-watch-at-home/#ftag=CADf328eec

Use our exclusive code to save 20% across a variety of handy tools and doohickies. https://www.cnet.com/deals/stuff-some-stockings-for-less-with-20-off-popular-rak-tools-when-using-our-promo-code/#ftag=CADf328eec

I have a new favorite boxed mac and cheese. I also learned some tips along the way to make these quick meals even better. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/i-tried-9-stovetop-mac-and-cheese-brands-heres-what-i-found/#ftag=CADf328eec

TV speakers are never all that hot and this Bose soundbar deal is just waiting to upgrade your Christmas movie-watching experience. https://www.cnet.com/deals/upgrade-your-holiday-tv-game-with-80-off-this-bose-soundbar-with-pre-christmas-delivery/#ftag=CADf328eec

An AI chatbot and tons of personality set this budgeting app apart from the rest. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/cleo-budgeting-app-review-can-ai-make-money-management-fun/#ftag=CADf328eec

Don't miss your chance to grab top tech, kitchen appliances, home decor, apparel and more at a serious discount. https://www.cnet.com/deals/qvc-holiday-coupon-code-offers/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Prometheus toolkit has flaws that can be abused for data leaks, DoS attacks, and more.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/thousands-of-servers-potentially-at-risk-from-prometheus-security-flaw

Apple's smallest speaker is allegedly getting a 2025 update with a new Wi-Fi chip.

https://www.techradar.com/audio/audio-streaming/apple-homepod-mini-2-said-to-be-arriving-in-2025-along-with-one-maxi-upgrade

Rory Kinnear reprises his role as Dave Fishwick in this exciting new follow-up movie.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/netflix/netflix-releases-trailer-for-bank-of-dave-2-and-i-cant-wait-to-see-him-take-on-a-new-rival

Pixel phones are now able to cap charging at 80% to preserve the long-term health of the battery.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/google-pixel-phones/the-latest-google-pixel-drop-changes-how-your-phone-charges-heres-whats-new

Okami sequel is in development with original creator Hideki Kamiya's new studio and Capcom.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/ps2-and-wii-classic-okami-is-getting-a-sequel-headed-up-by-original-creator-hideki-kamiya

There are more hybrid workers than office-based or remote employees, and many now have their own at-home office.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/hybrid-work-is-winning-out-despite-employers-trying-to-force-a-return-to-office

The second week of December is chock full of great looking new movies and shows to watch at home.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/7-new-movies-and-tv-shows-to-watch-on-netflix-prime-video-max-and-more-this-weekend-december-13

Next year's streaming price hikes have started already as YouTube TV raises its subscription fees.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/2025s-first-streaming-price-hike-will-come-courtesy-of-youtube-tv-and-im-concerned-which-service-is-next

By planning for the worst, organizations can ensure they are ready for anything.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/ensuring-data-security-with-continuity-compliance-and-disaster-recovery

Iranian hackers emerge with a new piece of malware, and they're going after gas stations and other critical infrastructure.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/critical-infrastructure-being-hit-by-dangerous-new-malware-routers-firewalls-and-fuel-systems-all-under-threat

To meet the current and future needs for digital resilience organizations need to see their entire digital supply chain.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/can-digital-resilience-be-achieved-beyond-the-it-perimeter

Up-and-coming chipmaker has backing from industry heavyweights.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/a-rare-sight-lg-joins-samsung-in-700m-funding-round-to-back-up-nvidia-competitor-led-by-amd-legend

An unnamed Finnish phone carrier has reportedly shared key Galaxy S25 details to a public database, but the rumored S25 Slim is conspicuously missing.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/new-galaxy-s25-leak-suggests-therell-be-no-slim-model-after-all-but-im-not-convinced

iOS18.2 got us closer to the full Apple Intelligence experience but really not close enough

https://www.techradar.com/phones/ios/image-playground-made-me-a-wizard-but-im-still-waiting-for-that-siri-magic

Amazon and Microsoft engineers have been working together to tackle a list of M365 security concerns.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/amazon-pauses-usd1bn-microsoft-365-rollout-following-russian-security-concerns

Who comes out tops when humans and AI go head-to-head?

https://www.laptopmag.com/ai/in-1996-ai-beat-a-grandmaster-at-chess-in-2024-the-stakes-are-higher

The Insta360 Link 2 follows one of the most popular 360-degrees gimbal tracking webcam with a new design and features, although it can be a little inconsistent.

https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/insta360-link-2-review

On Windows 11, you can use the Clock app to manage time with alarms, timers, and you can even use a stopwatch. In this guide, I'll show you how.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/how-to-use-alarm-timer-and-stopwatch-on-windows-11

You can now use vertical taskbars in Windows 11 if you have the latest beta of third-party app Start11. The app also lets you customize the look of the Start menu to match various versions of Windows.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/vertical-taskbars-are-back-in-windows-11-but-not-from-microsoft