The End of Sierra as We Knew It, Part 1: The Acquisition
By @baud147258Kerosene did not save the sperm whale (2024)
By @ascorbicNew antibiotic that kills drug-resistant bacteria found in technician's garden
By @cpeterson42Thunder Compute (YC S24) is hiring a GPU systems engineer
By @diwankWhat satellite images reveal about Myanmar's quake [video]
The End of Sierra as We Knew It, Part 1: The Acquisition
In 1996, Sierra On-Line merged with CUC International, raising concerns among gamers. CUC, led by Walter Forbes, focused on offline services, marking a significant shift for Sierra's business direction.
Kerosene did not save the sperm whale (2024)
The article clarifies that kerosene did not save sperm whales from extinction, as hunting increased due to industrial demand. International bans and synthetic alternatives later contributed to their protection.
New antibiotic that kills drug-resistant bacteria found in technician's garden
Researchers found a new antibiotic in garden soil that targets drug-resistant bacteria by acting on the bacterial ribosome, reducing resistance likelihood, highlighting the need for novel antibiotics amid rising resistance.
Thunder Compute (YC S24) is hiring a GPU systems engineer
Thunder Compute, a Y-Combinator startup, seeks a Systems Engineer in Atlanta, offering $120K-$150K salary plus stock options. The role focuses on GPU virtualization and growth opportunities within the company.
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What satellite images reveal about Myanmar's quake [video]
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar caused extensive destruction and at least 2,000 deaths, with estimates potentially exceeding 10,000. Government restrictions on media hinder accurate reporting and assessment.
AI 2027
The "AI 2027" report forecasts major advancements in AI, predicting superhuman AI within five years, highlighting scenarios of development, and emphasizing ethical challenges and the need for ongoing research.
Show HN: The C3 programming language (C alternative language)
C3, a programming language project since 2019, has released version 0.7.0, focusing on modern features without backward compatibility. It includes a module system, semantic macros, and various projects.
Show HN: GitMCP is an automatic MCP server for every GitHub repo
GitMCP allows users to create dedicated Model Context Protocol servers for GitHub projects, enhancing AI responses by providing access to key repository files, with a simple setup process.
AnimeJs v4 Is Here
Anime.js is a fast JavaScript animation engine with an intuitive API, supporting SVG animations, scroll synchronization, modular imports, and advanced utilities for staggering and draggable elements. It is free and well-documented.
A university president makes a case against cowardice
Michael Roth, president of Wesleyan University, urges universities to actively resist political pressures, criticizing neutrality and advocating for free speech, civic engagement, and greater intellectual diversity amid threats from the Trump Administration.
I maintain a 17 year old ThinkPad
The article compares a 17-year-old ThinkPad's durability and repairability to a modern MacBook's fragility, emphasizing the ThinkPad's longevity due to its modular design and the Lindy Effect.
Tell HN: Announcing tomhow as a public moderator
Tom Howard has officially become a moderator for Hacker News, transitioning from the username tomhoward to tomhow. He aims to enhance user experience while maintaining the community's ethos of curiosity and engagement.
Dijkstra On the foolishness of "natural language programming"
E.W. Dijkstra critiques natural language programming, arguing that formal symbols are essential to avoid errors. He warns that reliance on natural language could complicate programming and hinder progress.
John Cage recital set to last 639 years recently witnessed a chord change
In Halberstadt, Germany, 500 attendees witnessed a chord change to D natural in John Cage's 639-year performance of ORGAN2/ASLSP, emphasizing the avant-garde nature of his work and time's exploration.
Why I don't discuss politics with friends
Ashwin Mathews refrains from discussing politics due to tribalism, the comfort of shared beliefs, and the social risks involved, advocating for understanding over persuasion in political discourse.
When Jorge Luis Borges met one of the founders of AI
In 1970, Borges and Simon discussed free will, determinism, and the intersection of literature and science, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and the potential of AI in simulating historical figures.
CINC Is Not Chef
CINC is an open-source software distribution from Chef Software, featuring components like Cinc Client and Server. A Cinc Packager is in development, with community engagement encouraged via blog and Slack.
Show HN: Mermaid Chart VS Code Plugin: Mermaid.js Diagrams in Visual Studio Code
The Mermaid Chart VS Code Plugin enables developers to create and edit diagrams in Visual Studio Code, offering features like real-time rendering, Markdown integration, offline editing, and AI-generated diagrams.
Pico.sh – SSH powered services for developers
Pico.sh offers SSH-based services for developers to quickly prototype and share web projects, enabling hosting of static sites and blogs, with simplified deployment and automatic TLS management for security.
Animals Made from 13 Circles (2016)
Dori the Giant created 13 animal designs from 13 circles, inspired by the Twitter logo. Prints start at $20, and she plans to share a tutorial on creating similar designs.