California's Air Resources Board Votes to Increase Fuel Standards, Potential 65-Cent Gas Price Hike Looms
The US Senate has a limited time frame to pass the PRESS Act, a federal bill that would provide nationwide protections for journalists from being forced to disclose confidential sources. The House passed the bill with bipartisan support in January, but it has been pending in the Senate since then. The PRESS Act aims to shield journalists and their sources from government overreach, including secret seizures of phone records, except in emergency cases.
The bill's supporters argue that such protections are necessary to prevent a chilling effect on newsgathering and to safeguard the public's right to be informed. Critics, however, might question the need for federal legislation and worry about potential implications for national security or government investigations.
Source: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/10/its-the-senates-last-chance-to-pass-the-press-act/
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Jan Baptist van Helmont, a 17th-century physician and alchemist, proposed a radical theory that emotions are connected to the digestive organs. He believed that sensations like fear or sorrow can be felt in the stomach, an idea considered "mad" by his contemporaries. However, recent research on the gut microbiome and enteric nervous system has revealed a dynamic relationship between the belly and brain, validating van Helmont's intuition.
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Source: https://wellcomecollection.org/stories/the-soul-in-the-stomach
"Introducing mdBook, a free and open-source command line tool for creating books with Markdown. Ideal for product or API documentation, tutorials, and course materials. Used by the Rust programming language project, mdBook relies on community contributions. Learn more at https://rust-lang.github.io/mdBook/."
The Rust Foundation's trademark policy continues to face criticism, with some developers expressing concerns that it stifles community engagement and legacy preservation. Despite a feedback form being available until November 20, the policy has been deemed restrictive by many.
Source: https://purplesyringa.moe/blog/the-rust-trademark-policy-is-still-harmful/
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has reportedly halted shipments of advanced chips to Chinese companies, following a US Department of Commerce order. The move aims to determine if other firms are diverting chips to Huawei, which faces significant trade restrictions. TSMC is complying with export controls and has notified affected customers.
** Amazon Tests New Grocery Formats, Blurring Lines Between Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh
Amazon is experimenting with new grocery formats by integrating its Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh operations. The company has begun shipping Whole Foods products from 26 Amazon Fresh fulfillment centers and plans to build a microfulfillment center at a Pennsylvania Whole Foods Market. Additionally, an experimental "Amazon Grocery" store is being set up inside a Chicago Whole Foods. These tests aim to provide customers with a one-stop shopping experience for various products.
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India's cyber fraud problem reaches alarming levels, with estimated losses reaching 0.7% of GDP ($14 billion). To address this issue, Hyderabad-based startup Equal has developed a suite of identity verification and financial data-sharing products to streamline know-your-customer requirements, prevent fraud, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Source: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/10/equal-has-a-plan-to-fight-indias-growing-cyber-fraud-problem/
Noted mathematician Paul Erdos' generous spirit and charitable nature have been highlighted in a story shared by his friend, Graham. Erdos lent $1,000 to a promising young mathematician to help him attend Harvard, but instead of expecting repayment, he suggested the young man do with the money what he did - give it away to those in need.
Source: https://people.math.osu.edu/nevai.1/AT/ERDOS/erdos_washington_post.html
Software Development Strategies: "Algorithms We Develop Software By"
A tech CEO and engineer's conversation has sparked a discussion on unconventional software development methodologies. Two strategies, dubbed the "start over each day" method and rewriting code twice, aim to produce higher quality code. These approaches have been compared to pathfinding algorithms in problem space, highlighting the importance of efficient problem-solving in engineering.
Source: https://grantslatton.com/software-pathfinding#algorithms-we-develop-software-by
ZDNET Recommends Affordable Android Option: NUU N10 Review
ZDNET Recommends: JBL Clip 5 Portable Speaker Review
The JBL Clip 5 portable speaker has been discounted by $30, bringing its price down to $50 on Amazon ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. This compact speaker produces surprisingly loud sound despite its small size, making it a great option for outdoor activities or indoor use where space is limited.
Reviewers praise the speaker's powerful audio quality, with some noting that the JBL signature sound curve can result in a compressed soundstage, which may not be ideal for every genre. The speaker also features a carabiner clip and a Play button, volume buttons, and a rugged design.
While some users may find the midrange sound lacking or the high end of the frequency slightly dipped, others have reported enjoying the speaker's lively sound during outdoor activities.
** Apple starts selling repair parts for iPhone 16 and 16 Pro, making DIY repairs more accessible. Parts, including cameras, displays, and batteries, are available on the company's self-service store.
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The Rust Foundation updates trademark policy after community feedback, aiming to balance brand protection and creative freedom.
Source: https://foundation.rust-lang.org/news/rust-trademark-policy-updates/
** Microsoft Announces Significant Updates in F# 9, Enhancing Developer Experience and Performance.
F# 9 introduces a range of improvements, including parser recovery enhancements, faster equality checks, optimized start..finish expressions, and more precise diagnostic messages. These updates aim to streamline development workflows, improve code quality, and boost performance. The new version also includes fixes for long-standing issues and compatibility with Visual Studio debugger visualizers.
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Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/dotnet/fsharp/whats-new/fsharp-9
Recent Developments in Section 230's Evisceration: A Trend of Court Decisions and Legislative Threats Continue.
** Mergify Lacks GitLab Support Due to Market Dynamics and User Behavior
Mergify, a software company, has announced that they do not support GitLab due to several factors. The company's decision is based on their observation that the vast majority of French software engineers prefer using the free Community Edition of GitLab over purchasing a GitHub license. This preference is attributed to the cultural norm in France where software engineers often prioritize time-saving and cost-effectiveness over paid services.
Additionally, Mergify notes that the market share of GitLab is small and probably shrinking compared to GitHub's significant revenue. They also mention that innovation is happening on GitHub, which is the preferred platform for building new products and open-source projects.
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Source: https://julien.danjou.info/p/theres-almost-no-gitlab
** DJI Introduces Affordable Goggles for Enhanced Drone Experience
DJI has launched a new pair of goggles, the Goggles N3, designed for FPV drone pilots. These goggles feature an ultra-wide screen, expanded field of view, and a defogging fan at an entry-level price point. The device is compatible with DJI's Neo and Avata 2 drones.
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Source: https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-djis-affordable-new-goggles-can-transform-your-drone-flights/
** MoradaUno aims to simplify apartment rentals in Mexico, tackling restrictive requirements and lack of trust between landlords and tenants. The proptech startup underwrites tenant risk, working with brokers to offer a more efficient and accessible rental process.
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Source: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/06/moradauno-wants-to-make-it-easier-to-rent-apartments-in-mexico/
** DJI Announces Affordable Goggles N3, Pairing with New $199 Drone
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Source: https://www.theverge.com/24285651/dji-goggles-n3-price-release-date-hands-on