A proof-of-concept neural brain implant providing speech
Link: arstechnica.com/science/2025/0…
Discussion: news.ycombinator.com/item?id=4…
Focusing on sound production instead of word choice makes for a flexible system.Jacek Krywko (Ars Technica)
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In Sacramento this week, jury selection began in the trial of accused Unabomber Ted Kaczynski, and appears to be moving briskly.
In fact, lawyers for the defense had only one question for each prospective juror:
"What is your mailing address?"
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Former Army Ranger Greg Stoker reveals how the US military breaks young men and fuels Israel’s war on Gaza. “I was brainwashed,” he tells Lowkey.Lowkey (MintPress News)
"I have seen the light, I thought baby killing was done for a good cause... mass murdering very poor people in the other side of the planet was done to "protect" my own."
It is not just people it is their media too ... the planet stands shocked to hear Americans' sad personal tragedy of being dumb and brainwashed.
It is not just a job, as a free pass for murder and get away with it.
>around 400 tickets for springfield + signature weapon + peri + mechty weapon
Im not gonna make it, bros. Then i'll have to save again to get Niketta or Belka.
I only want Belka for her succubus slut outfit 
so i'll just roll for her and not her weapon.
Israeli military used 500lb bomb in strike on Gaza cafe, fragments reveal | Israel-Gaza war | The Guardian
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"Exclusive: Experts say use of heavy munition in Monday’s strike that killed dozens may constitute a war crime"
I like the "may" :-|
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Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz Under Fire After Rare Stock Trade Surges Over 300%
In response to these concerns, Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley (R) introduced the Preventing Elected Leaders from Owning Securities and Investments (PELOSI) Act earlier this year.
The proposed legislation seeks to prohibit members of Congress and their spouses from trading stocks during their terms in office.
Trump to meet at White House with American hostage freed from Gaza
https://apnews.com/article/trump-melania-edan-alexander-gaza-hostages-0be2160cecc447f540c81bb973096649?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Lenovo is doing something that many aren't.Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)
@DarkMahesvara @Azur_Fenix All fair and I don't really think the Wayland situation was that pressing since most DEs handle it instead. It's merely an example of a pointless argument that has been drawn out over a year now that forces cross-platform software (i.e. SDL) to uncross-platform itself for sake of Wayland and only Wayland as it doesn't share a standard that every other platform does for this feature. I got it a little incorrect at first and I do apologize for that.
Point was I think drama fucks over FOSS much more since there's far less structure and requirements for any of it. A disagreement can start unrelated to any given project and all of the sudden there's a minefield around with everyone's thoughts and responses. Managers are awful and definitely have issues but there is the benefit of the fact that a manager can force a team to get something users need done. It doesn't matter what happened behind closed doors since the people were paid and forced to make something happen regardless. I'm not championing closed software or anything, rather I'm worried quite a lot of projects have disconcertingly lacking structure. Some would choose to value their political views and arguments over accepting that the guy the disagree with may make good software.
>valve can simply implement the code itself thats the whole point and spirit of free and open source software like they already did numerous times e.g. made HDR on x11 work.
This is good but relies entirely on how others react. I imagine most would be willing to also adopt features. I stretched a bit in what I said though. You're right that it'll at least provide something and would likely benefit overall. Not worthless, just not guaranteed to solve problems across the board. Hopefully Valve's contributions can help make others more usable and provide others with what they need.
I still stand by SteamOS, as it is being developed, cannot prove to be a good desktop OS. It will need a mostly different build to provide that.
>I still stand by SteamOS, as it is being developed, cannot prove to be a good desktop OS
valve has from the get go prioritized the handheld part with the optional desktop part being exactly that. none of the things discussed here would prevent them from prioritizing the desktop part once they target desktop combined with desktop hardware support making it as good as any other proper distro experience 
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Köyhän kriisi Suomessa tänään:
- Mun tuet, reseptilääkkeet sekä terapia katkesivat yhtäkkiä 4-6kk ajaksi byrokraattisen säästösyyn takia, kun mun asiakkuus siirrettiin yhdestä laitoksesta sellaiseen, missä ei ole jatkolausuntojen kirjoittamisen mahdollisuutta
- Jäin toimeentulotuen varaan, toimeentulotukipäätös on nyt kestänyt 13 päivää Kelan kesätukoksen vuoksi (mulla ei ole ollut edes 1 euroa rahaa yli kahteen viikkoon)
- Virkailija puhelimessa sanoi kuulevansa ”tätä hätää päivittäin”
Kapitalismi on nostanut miljardeja ihmisiä köyhyydestä ja mahdollistanut ennennäkemättömän kukoistuksen.Helsingin Sanomat
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has condemned the repeated use of Iraqi airspace by the Israeli regime to carry out military strikes against Iran, labeling the act a clear violation of Iraq’s sovereignty and a breach of international law…ABNA English
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#US-Israel #Israel #US-Israel-terrorism
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Посвящается Дэвиду Грэберу,
чье наследие будет жить вечно
Кори Доктороу, "Гиблое дело"
Такое посвящение, как по мне, делает больше для восприятия содержимого, чем аннотация и цитаты на обложке.
Is there a reference to Lost Cause of the Confederacy in the title of the novel?
I just think there is. And then the title of the novel is not translated very well... Although I couldn't have offered a better one.
Military veteran gets a life sentence for plotting an FBI attack after his Jan. 6 arrest
https://apnews.com/article/capitol-riot-edward-kelley-attack-fbi-assassinate-b835475ca455502ffeb244a13a1f0a2e?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Filmed footage this evening documented the moments when the alarm sirens sounded in the towns of occupied Palestine after the launch of a missile from Yemen, which led to the closure of the airspace and air traffic in the occupied territories.FollowDAILY YEMEN
About 70 Jewish settlers attacked #IDF reservists near #Ramallah, throwing stones, choking a commander, and damaging military vehicles. Israeli media outlets described them as “Jews,” “citizens,” or “settlers” in headlines. The same outlets call #Palestinians who throw stones “terrorists.” The analysis in the Seventh Eye compared coverage from #Kan 11, #Ynet, Channel 13, and other major #Israeli media, showing different terminology for the same actions based on who commits them.
[…] And how did the main media outlets in Israel describe the incident? On Kan 11, not a media outlet considered a propaganda mouthpiece, this headline was given: “Jews attacked reserve fighters, six arrested.” “Jews.” Not terrorists, not hooligans, not even rioters. What a whitewashed definition for a violent and dangerous incident against IDF soldiers.
[…] When it comes to stone-throwers who are not Jewish, the treatment is completely different. For example, the headline on the “Israel Hayom” website for an article that referred to Palestinians throwing stones at Israeli drivers was “Stone-throwing terror.” When Ynet wanted to report on a case of stone-throwing by Arabs, the headline was “Terrorists threw stones at a bus in Samaria and fled, Israeli citizen injured.“
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What delayed the launch of my new podcast? you ask. Endless staff debates about whether episodes should be released semimonthly or biweekly. (We compromised on fortnightly.)
Anyway, Kohn's Zone is finally available. Listen to the 1st two episodes now at alfiekohn.org/podcasts/
Thank you so much for providing an RSS feed. So few people do these days.
It's always been important, but particularly so now, to provide an option that allows people to listen without the tech oligarchs intermediating and surveilling.
Kotaku once again passed around like a cheap whore. Sold once again.
Indigenous peoples of Panama. Still subdued by neocolonialism. The current government of José Raúl Mulino has represented the opposite of human principles and democracy. Under Operation Omega, there have been people injured, detained, tortured, and killed. A struggle against Law 462, the opening of mining, the reservoirs on the Indio River and territorial sovereignty in the face of the US military presence. All within the framework of the National Strike 2025.
Photographs: Olmedo Carrasquilla Aguila. Radio Temblor / ALER
#Panama #Noticias #Latinoamerica #Internacionales #Nacionales #DerechosHumanos #RadioTemblor #News #Worldnews #Global #World #Breakingnews #Newsalert #Humanrights
Update on my friend's wife's scans. Prelimanary scans are very good and she goes in for more next Monday.
The Karma is working
Thank you all
Et ce mec, qui n'arrive pas au bas de la cheville de Lavrov, est secrétaire général de l' #OTAN...
Le bon à rien Mark #Rutte, qui ne sait que lécher le cul de son maître et s'humilier devant lui de toutes les manières possibles, a essayé d'utiliser les mots les plus stupides pour blesser le meilleur et le plus instruit diplomate du 21e siècle, Sergueï #Lavrov, sur Fox News :
"As for Lavrov - well, in my opinion, he has been the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia since the birth of Jesus Christ. And since then, nothing useful has come out of his mouth. So let's not pay too much attention to Mr. Lavrov."
Les paroles d'un politicien de haut vol
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Attached: 1 image Capitalizing on Sustainable HVAC Demand in the Netherlands https://www.byteseu.com/1158307/ #NetherlandsMastodon
New podcast out now! @elifriedman.bsky.social and Kevin Lin talk about their book, China in Global Capitalism. Class struggle, feminist activism, China's relations with Israel, the US, and much more.
Listen to a preview here or wherever you get your podcasts: workingclasshistory.com/podcas…
As part of our Radical Reads series, we speak to Eli Friedman and Kevin Lin about their new book, China in Global Capitalism: Building International Solidarity Against Imperial Rivalry.Working Class History
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New podcast episode! We talk to the authors of China in Global Capitalism about working-class life and struggle in China and its relations abroad, inc with Israel, in Africa, and its rivalry with the US.
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As part of our Radical Reads series, we speak to Eli Friedman and Kevin Lin about their new book, China in Global Capitalism: Building International Solidarity Against Imperial Rivalry.Working Class History
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A postmodern nonsense has descended on the damage assessments regarding Iran’s nukes, leaving the way clear for over remunerated soothsayers.Binoy KAMPMARK (Oriental Review)
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Neofeud is a Dystopic Cyberpunk adventure game in the vein of Blade Runner, but with an overlay of Game of Thrones-like political intrigue, and 1366x768, hand-painted, stylized visuals.store.steampowered.com
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Neofeud is a Dystopic Cyberpunk adventure game in the vein of Blade Runner, but with an overlay of Game of Thrones-like political intrigue, and 1366x768, hand-painted, stylized visuals.store.steampowered.com
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The report delivers a searing indictment of corporate involvement in Israel’s settler-colonial enterprise and its genocide in Gaza.admin (Palestine Chronicle)
Show HN: CSS generator for a high-def glass effect
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Wikipedia's fine; it usually sucks but it is convenient. But it was written during the Perpetual Now, and it's more interesting to look at contemporary sources. Before the establishment of the Perpetual Now by paywalled newspapers and shitty goddamn blogs that want to ruun 6MB of JavaScript for engagement farming, there was Usenet and public mailing lists and bulletin boards for discussion and because of bandwidth constraints, "publications" that weren't on physical media were on really lightweight text files. This sort of thing is easy to pass around, it's all viewable regardless of operating system, you have your choice of software. Searching through text and processing text, these are really well-understood pieces of computer science, there are standard tools for doing it on any operating system, and they are so well understood that when you build search, the first thing you do is reduce everything to text; this is the point of software like Tesseract. Even HTML is more or less serviceable (provided you follow Fielding's advice on document structure). But someone babbling in a TikTok video or some four-hour Youtube ramble, a paywalled news site, that's all huge, heavy on bandwidth, and most people don't have a way to view RealMedia videos, soon enough they won't have a way to view .flv files. Nobody worries about this.
I'm not saying this because of nostalgia or anything like that: it is interesting that for that period of history, we have very good records, but it's just that window. Whatever is going on now is all broken links and paywalls and a morass of content-marketing, right, you are at the mercy of major commercial search engines, which are opaque and censored and then further censored in a way that varies by region and then gamed by people trying to make some cash, blogs have to have these massive header images. So one era of history has this really machine-friendly way of recording itself and that was rare before and after: you can read code and text from really old systems but say the bulk of it, the heyday of text files, maybe the mid-80s to the mid-00s.
So I have been reading up a little on Operation Sundevil (I'll probably have some more things to say about it), having gotten interested in it after reading about it in old issues of 2600. If you are not familiar, in 1990 the Secret Service coordinated with local law enforcement to carry out about thirty simultaneous raids across 15 cities and seized BBSs, floppies, etc., but ended up with very few actual arrests, and there was a lot of rhetoric in press releases from law enforcement and it was pretty apparent that they didn't understand the tech. The EFF was founded as a result of a raid that (coincidentally) happened at the same time as the Operation Sundevil raids: Steve Jackson Games was publishing cyberpunk-themed tabletop games and the feds seized the company's BBS because they believed the tabletop game ruleset "GURPS Cyberpunk" was a "hacking manual", they seized half the company's material for their upcoming game (due to be published a month later). All of these independent public communications systems were scooting along, people were dialing in and sending each other messages and then out of nowhere, the cops showed up. The reason someone running a fedi instance should be interested in how that event unfolded is obvious; the German government just arrested that old lady for posting thumbs-up emojis at a joke about a news story. Do you know what it will look like in real-time when they start to *really* notice fedi?
Of course there's a Wikipedia page ( en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operatio… ) but the contemporary accounts of it are very interesting. Wikipedia is written in retrospect: what did the people that were There say about it while it was happening? Fedi actually matches the culture around the BBSs really closely, so when (or "if" for optimists) this sort of thing happens to fedi, what will it look like? Contemporary accounts of it give you a better feel for how it unfolds. People over- and under-reacting, how you perceive these things with the fog of war (so to speak) in effect.
So, here is a tarball of text files. Phrack is a phreak/hacker publication (was distributed on BBSs and still available as text files) and was one of the targets; FidoNet was the biggest network of BBSs and had a model that caused some really similar inter-board dynamics (read some of the old FidoNews, see if it doesn't resemble fedi instance drama) and they had FidoNews published periodically. Note that spelling varies: "Operation Sundevil", "Operation Sun-Devil", "Operation Sun Devil". I was generous with the grep and it is probably going to be a footnote rather than the main topic. But because they're text files, I could just grab them and use grep. (And, of course, this stuff is what got me to write that uudecode thing in awk: I've been reading these on Plan 9. git.freespeechextremist.com/gi… )
I am below going to break one of my own rules; not an ethical thing but a "I really shouldn't". I try not to say "someone really should": I think you either do it or support someone else that is doing it but "someone really should" is terrible. I am going to be terrible.
And, kind of related, maybe there should be something like FidoNews for fedi: a kind of neutral publication that is independent of any given instance or project, information and announcements for people running instances or using fedi, open submissions, editorial from the staff, maybe interviews, maybe transcripts of the interviews in the Fedi Files podcast, something that people can download and have. It is, at present, easier to understand FidoNet's history than fedi's, because of FidoNews. Fedi has itself (good luck searching) and scattered blogs, and if I decide to shit some awful fedi drama onto the FSE blog, there's not an editor that will reject it: I'm the editor of my blog. That's fine for a blog, but a fedi-wide publication with a couple of editors, you know? I'm sure on the non-ideologue region of fedi there are some people that'd do a reasonable job, I'd be happy to help or send some material, but I am really not fit to be the editor, among other things I am too stubborn and I will spend my time arguing with people about their submissions instead of just publishing them (and aside from that, being the FSE admin carries some baggage that this publication shouldn't have to deal with). Tom Jennings (creator of FidoNet and main editor of FidoNews for most of its history) is on fedi and I would be surprised if he wants to be the editorial staff for that but you can probably ask him for advice (and probably should because I have *never* dialed into a FidoNet BBS but FidoNews is still an interesting read). So, sorry to "someone should" but someone should.
Thank you for reading my blog post. Here is a tarball.
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Dear ICE raid protestors,
Mexican is not a race, it's a nationality. The Mexican flag doesn't represent a race, it represents a country. Hispanic is not a race, it's really just people who share a language. Which really isn't a shared culture at all.
Mexicans claim their Hispanic ancestry from... Spain. And last time I checked, Spanish people are... WHITE and... EUROPEAN. And most Mexican Americans are... WHITE.
Americans aren't prejudice against your race, they are opposed to illegal immigration. Coming from Mexico. Which is a corrupt, shithole country that produces ignorant people. It's also slightly socialist.
Being born in American, you have the luxury of abandoning that identity and becoming the proud people you see yourself as. But instead, you choose to identify with the dregs of humanity.
I am libertarian, and I am probably a little bit more socially liberal than other users here. But all commies can go to hell. If you insist on subjugating yourself to Marxist identity politics, then you have no hope, and you have no sympathy from me
maybe mexicans do regard themselves as a race apart from anglos
and maybe that spreads out into cultural identity with all hispanic culture
takes years of traveling in latin america to learn things
A recent Israeli military order threatens to displace 1,200 Palestinians from our homes in Masafer Yatta, but we refuse to be erased.
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Imagine walking into your bathroom and feeling like you’ve just entered a serene spa. Sounds amazing, right? With the right touch of design and decor, this dream can become a reality. One simple yet effective way to create a spa-like atmosphere is by using calming mosaic tiles. These tiles come in various shapes, colors, and patterns that can instantly transform your bathroom into a soothing retreat.
But how do you choose the right ones? And how do you use them effectively? Don’t worry—I’ll walk you through it!
First, let’s talk about picking the right mosaic tiles. The color and pattern you choose can set the mood for the entire space. Think soft blues, gentle greens, and earthy tones. These colors are known for their calming effects. They remind you of nature—clear skies, flowing water, or a peaceful forest.
If you’re not sure where to begin, take a trip to a tile shop in Singapore. You’ll find a wide variety of options to look at, touch, and imagine in your bathroom. Seeing the tiles in person can help you get a better idea of what will work best for your space.
One of the easiest ways to incorporate mosaic tiles is by creating a feature wall. This wall becomes the focal point of your bathroom, drawing attention and adding a bit of luxury. Consider using the mosaic tiles in the shower area or behind the sink. This will instantly elevate the look of your bathroom and make it feel like a spa.
If you want a subtle design, go for a pattern that uses light colors and small tiles. For a bolder look, try a striking geometric pattern or a mix of colors. A tile shop in Singapore can provide you with plenty of options, from classic designs to modern styles.
Why not pamper yourself from the ground up? Using mosaic tiles on the bathroom floor is a wonderful way to add texture and style. Small, textured tiles can prevent slipping, making them a practical choice. Plus, they feel great under your feet.
When choosing floor tiles, look for ones that are easy to clean and durable. Darker colors or patterned mosaics work well, as they won’t show dirt as easily. Again, visiting a tile shop in Singapore can help you find the perfect flooring that balances beauty and functionality.
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While this might require a bit more investment and planning, the results can be truly stunning. A tile shop in Singapore can help you find matching mosaics that vary slightly in texture or shade to add depth without breaking the calming vibe.
To complete the spa-like atmosphere, consider combining mosaic tiles with natural elements. Wooden shelves, stone countertops, or plants can complement the smooth, shiny surface of the tiles. This blend of natural and man-made materials creates a balance that feels both elegant and peaceful.
Imagine light green mosaic tiles paired with bamboo accessories or soft beige tiles alongside a potted plant. It’s a look that’s simple yet sophisticated, and it brings a touch of the outdoors inside.
Creating a spa-like bathroom is all about setting the right mood. Calming mosaic tiles can do wonders in transforming your space into a relaxing retreat. Whether you choose to add a feature wall, cover the floor, or go all-in with a full mosaic design, these tiles bring a unique charm that few other materials can match.
If you’re not sure where to start, visit a tile shop in Singapore. There, you’ll find inspiration and guidance to help you pick the best mosaic tiles for your bathroom. Remember, the key is to keep it simple, soothing, and true to your personal style. With the right choices, you can turn your bathroom into a place that’s more than just functional—it’s a space where you can unwind and recharge, just like in a spa. Enjoy creating your dream bathroom!
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#People in #Manchester took the streets in solidarity with #Palestine and to denounce the ongoing #Israeli #genocide in #Gaza.
#video #rafah #freepalestine #antinazi #antizionist #classwar #ausgov #politas
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Trump ACCUSED Of MASS EXECUTING Illegals By DUMPING Them In The Ocean
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🇪🇺Viktor #Orban : "L’ #Ukraine dans l’ #OTAN ? Cela signifierait la guerre avec la #Russie, et la Troisième Guerre mondiale dès le lendemain. Pendant ce temps, la ruée imprudente de l’ #UE pour admettre l’Ukraine amènerait les lignes de front au cœur de l’Europe. Ce n’est pas de la diplomatie, c’est de la folie — on ne jette pas des allumettes sur une poudrière. 💥
Nous ne les laisserons pas transformer l’Europe en champ de bataille."
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last day of school (university) tomorrow, finally! but i'm kinda sad that i won't see some people anymore, this was my last school year 😿
but i'm glad i met all of them and i had loads of fun these last few years 😸
#catgirl #neko #schoolgirl #girl
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