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Article URL: https://spectrum.ieee.org/toyota-prius-transformed-auto-industry

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42747899

Points: 14

# Comments: 4

https://spectrum.ieee.org/toyota-prius-transformed-auto-industry

Article URL: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/jan/16/bloodletting-recommended-for-jersey-residents-after-pfas-contamination

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42747923

Points: 27

# Comments: 7

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/jan/16/bloodletting

US financial systems that touch on tax breaks, home buying and other areas favor married couples. Here's what you can do. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/my-partner-and-i-arent-getting-married-heres-how-we-manage-our-money/#ftag=CADf328eec

The last round of payments for January are coming. If you're waiting on your check, here's when you can expect it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-january-2025-the-last-round-of-payments-is-headed-out/#ftag=CADf328eec

You may see "return" and "refund" used interchangeably. But they're really not the same. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/tax-return-and-tax-refund-whats-the-difference/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple's latest iPhone update gives you more features and power to make the phone yours. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/8-easy-iphone-tweaks-to-personalize-your-ios-18-2-experience/#ftag=CADf328eec

Are you thinking about giving up on your New Year's resolutions? Try this advice before you do. https://www.cnet.com/health/never-too-late-new-years-resolution-tips-reaching-your-goals/#ftag=CADf328eec

Vincent Kompany's side could go seven points clear at the top of the table with a win against the Wolves. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/bundesliga-soccer-livestream-how-to-watch-bayern-munich-vs-wolfsburg-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

Airbnbs can have hidden dangers, but the right tech and steps will keep you safe and prepared from the moment you get there. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/airbnb-security-tips-checks-to-make-when-you-arrive/#ftag=CADf328eec

This feature can help ensure the person you're texting isn't a scammer. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/give-your-iphone-messages-more-security-in-4-easy-steps/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Buckeyes and Fighting Irish meet Monday night in Atlanta on ESPN, and you don't need cable to watch. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/cfp-national-championship-how-to-watch-ohio-state-vs-notre-dame/#ftag=CADf328eec

Can the Hammers make it back-to-back wins in the EPL under new boss Graham Potter? https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-livestream-west-ham-vs-crystal-palace-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Reds look to maintain their 4-point lead at the top of the EPL as they take on the indifferent Bees. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-livestream-brentford-vs-liverpool-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: Nintendo has an opportunity to dominate the entire gaming industry. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/will-nintendo-get-out-of-its-own-way-to-make-the-switch-2-a-steam-deck-competitor/#ftag=CADf328eec

Don't wait for SAVE to be resolved to review your student loan options. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/student-loan-borrowers-should-do-these-6-things-before-the-white-house-transition/#ftag=CADf328eec

What looks to be an official promo video for the Galaxy S25 series leaks online and then is promptly pulled again.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/the-latest-galaxy-s25-leak-shows-off-more-ai-features-but-wheres-the-galaxy-s25-slim

Donut Lab recently showcased the next generation of its in-wheel motor technology that has the potential to change the EV game.

https://www.techradar.com/vehicle-tech/hybrid-electric-vehicles/these-powerful-in-wheel-motors-could-spawn-the-next-generation-of-affordable-high-performance-evs

The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds are an impressive first dip into the earbuds formfactor, delivering the audio quality SteelSeries is known for in a profile that’s stylish and compact with strong battery life.

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/gaming-headsets/steelseries-arctis-gamebuds-review

Call of Duty dev studios address lackluster anti-cheat performance and plans for updates in Season 2 and 3.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/call-of-duty-devs-issue-a-new-community-update-addressing-cheating

We tested Intel's fix for its lackluster 'Arrow Lake' Core Ultra 200S and found it doesn't have any meaningful impact.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/intels-arrow-lake-fix-doesnt-fix-overall-gaming-performance-or-correct-the-companys-bad-marketing-claims-core-ultra-200s-still-trails-amd-and-previous-gen-chips

Ditch burst pipes and water damage this winter with these tips. They'll save you from the headache and the costly repairs. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/6-winter-home-maintenance-hacks-that-can-save-you-hundreds/#ftag=CADf328eec

This small Tennessee town doesn't have many internet providers but the available plans will do the job. These are the best, according to CNET experts. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-internet-providers-in-maury-tn/#ftag=CADf328eec

Two in-form teams vying for European qualification meet at St. James' Park. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-livestream-newcastle-vs-bournemouth-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

We all love free shipping, but that isn't the only great reason to get a Prime membership. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/amazon-prime-gets-you-cheaper-gas-plus-these-17-perks/#ftag=CADf328eec

The runored Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim looks like it could be a thinner alternative to the S25 Plus.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-galaxy-s25-slim

Many firms remain unconcerned about AI energy usage, for now.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/concerns-about-ai-energy-use-ranks-last-in-global-enterprise-survey-highlighting-the-challenges-which-lie-ahead

Here's the biggest tech news stories from Apple, Samsung, TikTok and more.

https://www.techradar.com/tech/icymi-the-weeks-7-biggest-tech-news-stories-from-apple-and-samsung-phone-leaks-to-nintendos-switch-2-reveal

You'll soon be able to show your PCs battery percentage directly on the Taskbar in Windows 11.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/microsoft-is-finally-adding-a-highly-requested-feature-to-the-taskbar-on-windows-11

Article URL: https://utcc.utoronto.ca/~cks/space/blog/sysadmin/SSHOnExposingPasswordAuth

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42745876

Points: 10

# Comments: 8

https://utcc.utoronto.ca/~cks/space/blog/sysadmin/SSHOnExposingPasswordAuth

Article URL: https://reedybear.bearblog.dev/ive-been-advocating-for-rss-support-and-you-should-too/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42746222

Points: 127

# Comments: 24

https://reedybear.bearblog.dev/ive-been-advocating-for-rss-support-and-you-should-too/

Its been some time since this question was asked. Every RSS reader I've used so far sucks. Either the built-in web support is poor or it stops fetching the feeds or renders then poorly. Sorry for my frustration, but I would like to know what everyone else is using and if they are satisfied with their RSS reader.

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42746682

Points: 9

# Comments: 8

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The editor of a tech site took some revealing snaps of the inside of El Capitan, the world's fastest supercomputer.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/tech-editor-takes-close-snaps-of-worlds-fastest-supercomputer-and-lives-to-publish-them

Can't wait for the Nintendo Switch 2? Level up your current Switch setup with these deals on the best Switch controllers!

https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/gaming/excited-for-the-nintendo-switch-2-score-over-40-percent-off-on-top-switch-controllers-this-weekend

Article URL: https://andymasley.substack.com/p/individual-ai-use-is-not-bad-for

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42745847

Points: 123

# Comments: 104

https://andymasley.substack.com/p/individual-ai-use-is-not-bad-for

Here are some hints — and the answers — for the Jan. 18 Strands puzzle, No. 321. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-jan-18-321/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Jan. 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-saturday-jan-18/#ftag=CADf328eec

Article URL: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/can-you-read-this-cursive-handwriting-the-national-archives-wants-your-help-180985833/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42745334

Points: 57

# Comments: 65

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-ne

Article URL: https://www.newyorker.com/news/annals-of-communications/is-the-tiktok-ban-a-chance-to-rethink-the-whole-internet

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42745082

Points: 7

# Comments: 19

https://www.newyorker.com/news/annals-of-communications/is-the-tiktok-ba

Start off the new year by watching a skyful of shooting stars. https://www.cnet.com/science/how-to-watch-a-meteor-shower-in-2025-shooting-star-guide/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections: Sports Edition No. 117 for Saturday, Jan. 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-jan-18-117/#ftag=CADf328eec

Amazon is ending the Try Before You Buy program in favor of AI tools.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/amazon-thinks-ai-helping-you-buy-clothes-is-better-than-you-sending-back-whatever-doesnt-fit

Article URL: https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2025/01/eff-statement-us-supreme-courts-decision-uphold-tiktok-ban

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42744695

Points: 24

# Comments: 6

https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2025/01/eff-statement-us-supreme-courts-decision-uphold-tiktok-ban

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42744820

Points: 0

# Comments: 0

https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42744820

Article URL: https://electrek.co/2025/01/17/byd-launches-worlds-largest-car-carrier-fuel-global-ev-takeover/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42744933

Points: 18

# Comments: 4

https://electrek.co/2025/01/17/byd-launches-worlds-largest-car-carrier-fuel-global-ev-takeover/

The Nintendo Switch 2's specs are still a bit of a mystery, but the one official video teaser still revealed a lot. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/switch-2-specs-vs-switch-1-specs-whats-new-with-nintendos-next-console/#ftag=CADf328eec

Something is stirring beneath the surface of a revived Enron, and it seems to be pushing a parody product of a stylish at-home nuclear reactor. https://www.cnet.com/news/is-the-enron-egg-at-home-nuclear-reactor-more-than-a-funny-fake/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here's when you can catch new episodes of the highly anticipated second season. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/severance-season-2-how-to-stream-the-sci-fi-thriller-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

The surge in AI-aided cybercrime and fraud will only increase as bad actors become familiar with the technology. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/cybercriminals-are-using-ai-to-scam-you-and-you-may-not-even-know-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/quordle-today-answers-clues-18-january-2025

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-18-january-2025

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-18-january-2025

A Pew Survey finds ChatGPT use by students doubled in a year.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/chatgpt-is-the-homework-helper-for-more-than-a-quarter-of-teens-and-the-trend-is-accelerating

Further details into Qualcomm's counter-suit have emerged

https://www.laptopmag.com/ai/copilot-pcs/qualcomm-arm-court-case-trial-date

On Thursday, The New York Times published a lengthy story about the rise in power of Stephen Miller, a longtime loyalist of Donald Trump known for his hardline views on immigration. Normally, a story like tha

The Federal Aviation Administration is ordering SpaceX to conduct a mishap investigation into what caused the company's Starship rocket to

Article URL: https://www.nutraingredients-asia.com/Article/2025/01/07/higher-potassium-intake-at-dinner-linked-to-fewer-sleep-disturbances/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42742161

Points: 9

# Comments: 0

https://www.nutraingredients-asia.com/Article

Article URL: https://blog.railway.com/p/data-center-build-part-one

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42743019

Points: 112

# Comments: 33

https://blog.railway.com/p/data-center-build-part-one

Article URL: https://old.reddit.com/r/AskHistorians/comments/172wq05/swedish_exports_of_ball_bearings_are_commonly/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42743673

Points: 15

# Comments: 3

https://old.reddit.com/r/AskHistorians/comments/172wq05/swedish_exports_of_ball_bearings_are

Officials in California are warning the public about scams targeting wildfire relief donors with bogus charities. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/wildfire-scams-who-theyre-targeting-and-how-to-spot-them/#ftag=CADf328eec

The next-gen Switch could see many new games not typically found on a Nintendo console. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/this-nintendo-switch-2-feature-could-be-a-game-changer/#ftag=CADf328eec

The company allegedly collected and sold geolocation and driver behavior data to third-party companies. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/general-motors-barred-from-selling-driver-data-for-5-years/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1309 for Jan. 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-jan-18-1309/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for Connections No. 587 for Jan. 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-jan-18-587/#ftag=CADf328eec

TikTok refugees making their way over to the Meta platform should know about this update. https://www.cnet.com/news/social-media/as-tiktok-ban-looms-instagram-reels-introduces-a-new-way-to-interact-with-friends/#ftag=CADf328eec

You don't need an Amazon Prime membership to score some seriously great discounts. https://www.cnet.com/deals/slash-your-amazon-bills-by-up-to-70-with-this-easy-shopping-trick/#ftag=CADf328eec

TikTok will almost certainly disappear on Sunday, which means you'll lose access to your videos. We'll show you how to download them to your phone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/2-days-left-download-your-tiktok-videos-before-the-jan-19-ban/#ftag=CADf328eec

These picks are anything but boring. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/best-tv-shows-hulu-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Amazon knocks up 40% off Sony noise-cancelling over-ear headphones

https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/headphones/noise-cancelling-headphones/our-favorite-sony-noise-cancelling-headphones-are-up-to-40-percent-off-now-3-deals-id-add-to-my-cart

The seven-year wait is finally over. Nintendo has officially revealed its next console, the Switch 2. Now that the reveal has actually happened, after months of speculation

As the world turns, so do the console generations. The Nintendo Switch is over seven years old, so it’s due for a refresh. Nintendo Switch 2 rumors have been swirling for years, but now we have some signs of life. The company

Greta Gerwig's follow-up to Barbie, an adaptation of one of C.S Lewis' Chronicles of Narnia books, will be exclusively viewable in theaters for four weeks before it hits Netflix on Christmas, according to a new report from Puck

We published this work at SIGGRAPH ASIA 2024.

Based on Mitsuba 3 and Dr. JIT we provide our software Dr. TVAM to optimize patterns for TVAM. TVAM allows to print centi-meter scale objects within seconds.

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42740183

Points: 19

# Comments: 3

https://github.com/rgl-epfl/drtvam

Article URL: https://cceckman.com/writing/branchless-utf8-encoding/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42742184

Points: 42

# Comments: 9

https://cceckman.com/writing/branchless-utf8-encoding/

Article URL: https://arxiv.org/abs/2501.09286

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42742057

Points: 18

# Comments: 9

https://arxiv.org/abs/2501.09286

Article URL: https://blogsystem5.substack.com/p/netbsd-graphics-wo-x11

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42741155

Points: 29

# Comments: 5

https://blogsystem5.substack.com/p/netbsd-graphics-wo-x11

Hi! I've been working on the flipjump project, a programming language with 1 opcode: flip (invert) a bit, then jump (unconditionally). So a bit-flip followed by more bit-flips. It's effectively a bunch of NOT gates. This language, as poor as it sounds, is RICH.

Today I completed my compiler from C to FlipJump. It takes C files, and compiles them into flipjump. I finished testing it all today, and it works! My key interest in this project is to stretch what we know of computing and to prove

Article URL: https://lcamtuf.substack.com/p/investigating-an-evil-rj45-dongle

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42743033

Points: 22

# Comments: 5

https://lcamtuf.substack.com/p/investigating-an-evil-rj45-dongle

Illegal rent hikes by landlords during the crisis are prompting public outrage. Here's what to know. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/dont-fall-victim-to-rental-price-gouging-housing-resources-for-la-wildfire-evacuees/#ftag=CADf328eec

Developers and public beta testers can download and use the update now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-18-3-public-beta-3-reels-in-ai-notification-summaries/#ftag=CADf328eec

We all want to keep our eyes healthy and our vision crisp. Some of your daily habits might be secretly sabotaging your efforts. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/watch-out-for-these-6-sneaky-habits-that-might-be-hurting-your-vision/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Supreme Court upheld the ban on TikTok in the US, so here's what you should know about its sister app, Lemon8. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/what-you-need-to-know-about-lemon8-and-how-its-different-from-tiktok/#ftag=CADf328eec

The SAVE payment pause prevented some PSLF borrowers from getting debt relief. This buyback option could help. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/new-buyback-program-could-help-you-get-student-loan-forgiveness-sooner-heres-who-qualifies/#ftag=CADf328eec

Mini PC maker Minisforum reveals its N5 Pro NAS device, powered by a Ryzen AI HX 370 CPU and with a staggering 154TB of storage.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/what-kind-of-mini-pc-is-that-minisforums-nas-packs-a-ryzen-ai-hx-370-up-to-96gb-ram-and-a-staggering-154tb-storage

Everything we know about the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT in one place.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/gpu/amd-radeon-rx-9070-xt-news-rumors-and-everything-we-know

Multiple groups are using the same infection chain to deliver different infostealers, including 0bj3ctivityStealer and VIP Keylogger.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/hackers-hide-malware-into-website-images-to-go-unnoticed

As Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 continues its success by crossing 6 million players, Games Workshop wants another big 40K game.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/as-space-marine-2-crosses-6-million-players-games-workshop-is-looking-for-the-next-big-warhammer-40-000-game