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Chemical pollution a threat comparable to climate change, scientists warn | Environment | The Guardian
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"Pfas “forever chemicals”, for example, have been found in nearly all humans tested, and are now so ubiquitous that in many locations even rainwater contains levels regarded as unsafe to drink. Meanwhile, more than 90% of the global population breathes air that breaches World Health Organization (WHO) pollution guidelines."
#Pollution #Chemicals #FPAS #Capitalism
Chemical pollution a threat comparable to climate change, scientists warn
More than 100 million ‘novel entity’ chemicals are in circulation, with health impact not widely recognisedDamien Gayle (The Guardian)
On Creating a Cover for Genocide
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"In July 2025, the Massachusetts legislature’s Judiciary Committee heard testimony on a bill to make it the 38th state to follow the federal government, 45 other countries (almost all of them in the global North), and more than 50 U.S. local governments in adopting a strange definition of antisemitism. In 2016, the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA), a group More
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On Creating a Cover for Genocide - CounterPunch.org
In July 2025, the Massachusetts legislature’s Judiciary Committee heard testimony on a bill to make it the 38th state to follow the federal government, 45Aviva Chomsky (CounterPunch.org)
Engineering Wonder in Motion: The Enduring Legacy of the Ferris Wheel
Introduction
Rising like a sentinel on the skyline of amusement parks, the Ferris wheel is more than just a rotating structure—it is a mechanical icon that encapsulates the very spirit of vertical leisure. Among all amusement rides, it offers a paradoxical blend of serenity and elevation, of motion and pause. From historical prototypes to modern mega-wheels, this engineering marvel has retained its charm while adapting to evolving design paradigms and safety standards.
The Origin of Vertical Rotation
The inception of the Ferris wheel traces back to the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago, where engineer George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. unveiled the original structure as America’s answer to the Eiffel Tower. Measuring 264 feet in height and carrying 36 wooden cars, each capable of holding 60 people, the design was nothing short of audacious for its time.
The prototype wheel was a triumph of structural integrity and rotary engineering. Built using carbon steel and riveted joints, it resisted not only its own torsional stress but also the skepticism of contemporary architects. This inaugural model laid the groundwork for the global proliferation of the Ferris wheel in urban and recreational contexts.
Structural Components and Mechanical Design
A modern Ferris wheel is a synthesis of axial symmetry and dynamic balance. At its core is a massive central axle supported by two robust towers. The wheel rotates via motorized drive systems that typically use electric motors connected to gear trains or hydraulic actuators, depending on the model’s scale.
Key structural elements include:
- Spokes and rim: Typically constructed from tensile cables and tubular steel, ensuring reduced weight and improved tensile strength.
- Gondolas: Suspended by gravity-based pivot points, these passenger cabins remain level throughout the rotation due to centripetal regulation.
- Drive mechanism: Often outfitted with redundant systems to ensure safe deceleration and emergency stops.
Some high-capacity models incorporate frequency converters and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to manage rotational speed and loading cycles with precision. Safety interlocks and overload sensors are also integrated to comply with international standards such as ASTM F2291 and EN 13814.
Spatial Impact and Themed Integration
As one of the most recognizable amusement rides, the Ferris wheel is often the focal point of a park’s layout. Its towering presence serves dual purposes: offering panoramic vistas and acting as a spatial anchor that enhances navigability within the park.
Designers increasingly employ themed gondolas, LED-integrated spokes, and immersive audio systems to align with branding goals and customer experience metrics. For instance, observation wheels in metropolitan settings now feature climate-controlled cabins, touchscreen tour guides, and luxury seating to convert them into quasi-touristic capsules.
The Role of Material Science
The reliability of the Ferris wheel depends heavily on advanced material selection. Galvanized steel, marine-grade aluminum, and polycarbonate enclosures dominate the construction landscape. Anti-corrosion coatings are applied to protect against environmental degradation, particularly in coastal or humid regions.
Welding methods such as TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) and robotic MIG welding are employed to maintain dimensional consistency and fatigue resistance. Structural simulations using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software are now a mandatory part of the design validation process.
Safety Protocols and Redundancy Systems
Although Ferris wheels operate at relatively low rotational speeds, safety is paramount due to their vertical orientation and high passenger volume. Operators must adhere to rigorous inspection protocols that include:
- Daily pre-operation checks of mechanical, electrical, and control systems
- Ultrasonic testing of weld joints
- Load testing of braking systems
- Real-time monitoring via sensor arrays and automated diagnostics
Advanced installations also include backup power supplies and emergency descent procedures, such as manual cranking systems or auxiliary drives. Emergency egress platforms and intercom systems in each gondola provide additional layers of operational safety.
Economic Viability and ROI
A Ferris wheel offers considerable return on investment (ROI) due to its broad demographic appeal and high throughput. It operates efficiently in a variety of settings—theme parks, shopping malls, waterfronts, and festivals. Operators often recoup installation costs through diversified revenue streams, including:
- Standard ride tickets
- VIP gondola rentals
- Corporate branding and sponsorships
- Onboard merchandise and refreshments
The longevity of the structure—often exceeding 30 years with proper maintenance—further supports its financial sustainability.
Ferris Wheel vs. Other Amusement Rides
Unlike high-thrill amusement rides such as roller coasters or pendulum swings, the Ferris wheel offers a tranquil, scenic experience. This quality makes it accessible to a wider audience, including seniors, young children, and those averse to intense motion.
While it lacks the adrenaline factor, its visual dominance and experiential appeal provide intangible value that high-speed attractions often cannot replicate. Moreover, the Ferris wheel's compatibility with tight footprints and modular construction makes it a flexible asset for parks of all sizes.
Innovations on the Horizon
Recent technological advancements are redefining what Ferris wheels can offer. Concepts under development include:
- Augmented Reality (AR) windows for educational or entertainment overlays
- Dynamic lighting sequences controlled via AI algorithms
- Self-cleaning cabin materials using photocatalytic coatings
- Solar-assisted energy systems for eco-conscious operation
The integration of smart systems enables predictive maintenance, reduced energy consumption, and customized user experiences.
Conclusion
The Ferris wheel remains a quintessential symbol in the pantheon of amusement rides. Its graceful rotation belies the complexity of its mechanical heart, while its adaptability ensures it remains relevant across generations. In a world increasingly dominated by virtual experiences, the Ferris wheel continues to deliver an elemental joy: the simple wonder of rising above the ground, suspended between sky and structure.
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Lourdes Gurriel Jr. makes history, crushes 103.9 mph pitch from Mason Miller for a 2-run homer
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“Out, Damned Spot!” The Actively Complicit Try to Launder a Genocide
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"A week ago, a grotesque parade of op-ed writers, pundits, and politicians who have publicly supported, justified, or excused the war on Gaza for more than a year and a half began a series of predictable contortions in hopes of escaping what I am going to call their “active complicity” in a genocide: neither the direct
“Out, Damned Spot!” The Actively Complicit Try to Launder a Genocide - CounterPunch.org
A week ago, a grotesque parade of op-ed writers, pundits, and politicians who have publicly supported, justified, or excused the war on Gaza for more than a year and a half began a series of predictable contortions in hopes of escaping what I am goin…Adam Rzepka (CounterPunch.org)
Amid Massacres and Blockade, Iranian Red Crescent Delivers Food Aid to Gaza
As the Israeli military turns the streets of Gaza into killing fields with unprecedented brutality, subjecting its defenseless people to relentless bombardment, starvation, and a deliberate campaign of ethnic cleansing — the Iranian Red Crescent has…iranpress.com
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TURQUIE. Les Kurdes de Dersim souhaitent que le DEM Partie joue un rôle plus actif
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"TURQUIE / KURDISTAN – Les Kurdes de Dersim font confiance au Mouvement de libération du Kurdistan, mais souhaitent que le DEM Parti se concentre davantage sur les problèmes locaux. Les habitants de Dersim, dans le contexte de la nouvelle phase qui a commencé avec l’appel d’Abdullah
Since I don't plan to get another dog right away, I took all of Gordon Freeman's things to a dog rescue.
The lady there tried to send me home with a rescue chicken.
She also has rescue sheep and goats.
As Gaza Starved, NPR’s Coverage Expanded but Didn’t Get Any Better
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"Before the third week of July, when mass-starvation alarms finally started sounding, only a tiny minority of Americans were focused on the crimes against humanity that Israel was committing in Gaza. CounterPunch readers had long known what was going on, of course, but most Americans who depend on establishment media,
An Important New Book on the Praxis of Social Ecology
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"Proponents of the theory and praxis of social ecology – the holistic approach to reharmonizing society and nature originated by social theorist Murray Bookchin during the 1960s – ’90s – have long sought new ways to introduce those ideas to a wider audience. While Bookchin’s writings offer an exceptional depth of analysis that has thoroughly
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Music: BGM 3Composers: JupiterPlaylist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8uiqPjoAZDoXB1dtgo23SG98q7pQK6M0Platform: PC, Nintendo SwitchPurchase this ga...YouTube
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Rachel Reeves needs to put up taxes to cover £40bn deficit, thinktank says
NIESR suggests a rise of 5p in the pound on basic and higher rate of income tax would fill the budget gapPhillip Inman (The Guardian)
Trump’s Tariffs Come for Your Morning Wake-Up Routine
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"On August 6 — unless he chickens out — US president Donald Trump will impose a 50% tariff on American buyers of Brazilian coffee. Brazilian coffee isn’t the only coffee Americans find themselves paying exorbitant taxes on. Vietnamese, Indonesian, Indian, Colombian, Nicaraguan, and European Union-produced coffee just got hit with tariffs (paid
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Freedom To Report : Gaza Mission
media enquiries: gazapressmission@pm.me Instagram The Issue What’s happening in Gaza today reveals a far broader crisis: the erosion of press freedom as a pillar of democracy.Freedom to Report
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Dieu est le cœur battant du zen libre.
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#zen #silence #prière #méditation
Zen et Dieu
Je me demande parfois si ne pas nommer Dieu, ne pas parler de Dieu dans une pratique n’est pas la meilleure façon de lui permettre d’exister en nous.Le zen occulte le divin, tandis que dans certain…Notes & Silence
Tiny city, big impact: Arxan emerges as cross-cultural bridge
Tucked away in the northwestern corner of Xing’an league in north China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region, Arxan ranks among China’s “tiniest cities” by population, just 28,600 residents, yet it exerts a disproportionate influence in tourism and cul…Tehran Times
From the depths of my being, there is no prayer that I cannot pronounce.
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#zen #silence #prayer
Tradition, All Traditions
From the depths of my being, there is no prayer that I cannot pronounce,No practice that seems more exact than anotherI see no difference between having practices, rituals, prayers that come from o…Notes & Silence
They were waiting to get food aid and #IsraelTerroristEntity just bombed them.
YOUR FAMILY REMAINS FITTING IN A FUCKING BACKPACK.
#stopgazagenocide
SEND TROOPS TO ISRAEL NOW AND STOP THESE ZIOMONSTERS. @Curia
Brewers use best 60-game stretch in team history to state case as best team in the major leagues
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Small enough that you can slowly affect county politics etc. if that's needed.
Not an easy feat.
Our socials: fediverse.blog/~/ActaPopuli/fo…
They are not yet gone. But for thousands of species, the Earth is already holding its breath.
A new review published in Nature Reviews Earth & Environment confirms what conservationists have long suspected: more than 10,000 species now sit on the precipice, listed on the IUCN, the global wildlife conservation authority, as critically endangered (CR) — the final designation before vanishing from the wild entirely.
Founder's Brief by Rhett A. Butler
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Requiem for the nearly lost
Founder’s Briefs: An occasional series where Mongabay founder Rhett Ayers Butler shares analysis, perspectives and story summaries. They are not yet gone. But for thousands of species, the Earth is already holding its breath.Conservation news
even in carpentry there are many tools that incorporate new tech like laser pointers...
The Israeli military has imposed a full blockade on Gaza’s sea from north to south,
preventing fishers, swimmers, and all other Palestinians from entering the last remaining source of relief from this genocide.
The Israeli military’s Arabic-language spokesperson, Avichay Adraee, announced the total maritime closure on July 12, 2025
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Israel Bans Palestinians From Gaza Sea, Cutting Off Yet Another Food Source
As Palestinians endure unbearable starvation, the sea was the last place where fresh food might be found.Sara Awad (Truthout)
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Cornerstone Roundtable: Tom Luongo, Alex Krainer and Matt Ehret (Is China our Enemy?)
In this Roundtable hosted by Shaun Newman, Tom Luongo, Alex Krainer and Matt Ehret discuss the causes for the existential crisis striking western civilization and address the question: Is Trump a genius, a patriotic doofus, captured by transhumanists…Matthew Ehret (Matt Ehret's Insights)
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De retour de Gaza, des médecins témoignent du désastre et interrogent la torpeur européenne : « Nous reste-t-il encore un peu d’humanité ? »
Cinq médecins et deux infirmières, français et suisse, qui ont effectué plusieurs missions humanitaires dans l’enclave palestinienne depuis novembre 2023, racontent au « Monde » l’impossibilité de répondre aux besoins de la population.Clothilde Mraffko (Le Monde)
Hiroshima marks 80 years since atomic bombing
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Hiroshima: Officials attend 80th anniversary of atomic bombing
Japan's leader Shigeru Ishiba and officials from across the world attended the annual ceremony in Hiroshima.Shaimaa Khalil (BBC News)
Buenos y antisionistas días ✨
Con Palestina y con todos los pueblos que resisten el acoso del imperialismo de “occidente”
UN official says Israel expanding Gaza operations would risk 'catastrophic consequences'
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UN official says Israel expanding Gaza operations would risk 'catastrophic consequences'
The UN's assistant secretary general says reports of the possible move are "deeply alarming".Yolande Knell (BBC News)
Dems say Trump and Youngkin are targeting Virginia’s universities for political reasons - NewsBreak
Virginia Democrats say they are ready for a fight.NewsBreak
Big Balls has the right heart, we just need to give our young guys better strategy and organization.
These young fellows are the way we win. But they need to be taught collective action and tactics and strategies.
This one goes out to Big Balls and young White men everywhere.
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*Monarch butterflies’ mass die off in 2024 caused by pesticide exposure - study.*
Monarch butterflies’ mass die-off in 2024 caused by pesticide exposure – study
New peer-reviewed research found an average of seven pesticides in each of 10 butterflies testedTom Perkins (The Guardian)
You did this, #Netanyahu.
You are a destroyer of cities.
A killer of people.
A murderer of children.
Have you no pity?
Have you no shame?
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A wasteland of rubble, dust and graves: how Gaza looks from the sky
The Guardian joins a Jordanian military airdrop for a rare chance to observe a landscape devastated by Israel’s offensiveLorenzo Tondo (The Guardian)
An Important New Book on the Praxis of Social Ecology - CounterPunch.org
Proponents of the theory and praxis of social ecology – the holistic approach to reharmonizing society and nature originated by social theorist MurrayBrian Tokar (CounterPunch.org)
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Exceptionally large Roman shoes discovered at Magna fort near Hadrian’s Wall
Archaeologists uncover unusually large Roman shoes at Magna fort, revealing insights into ancient military life near Hadrian’s Wall.Dario Radley (Archaeology News Online Magazine)
U.S. Atomic Bombings Didn’t Save Lives or End the War - CounterPunch.org
August 6 and 9 are the 80th anniversaries of the U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The killing of 140,000 civilians at Hiroshima was theJohn Laforge (CounterPunch.org)
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“Out, Damned Spot!” The Actively Complicit Try to Launder a Genocide - CounterPunch.org
A week ago, a grotesque parade of op-ed writers, pundits, and politicians who have publicly supported, justified, or excused the war on Gaza for more than a year and a half began a series of predictable contortions in hopes of escaping what I am goin…Adam Rzepka (CounterPunch.org)
A wasteland of rubble, dust and graves: how #Gaza looks from the sky
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A wasteland of rubble, dust and graves: how Gaza looks from the sky
The Guardian joins a Jordanian military airdrop for a rare chance to observe a landscape devastated by Israel’s offensiveLorenzo Tondo (The Guardian)
Génocide à Gaza – « Tous les enfants qui souffrent actuellement de malnutrition mourront »
linsoumission.fr/2025/08/05/ge…
« Toute personne souffrant de malnutrition en ce moment mourra », a déclaré le docteur canadien Tarek Loubani, urgentiste et directeur médical de l’organisation de santé Glia, en mission à l’hôpital Nasser à Gaza, dans une interview récente. A Gaza, 28 enfants sont assassinés chaque jour par l’armée génocidaire d’après l’UNICEF.
Génocide à Gaza - « Tous les enfants qui souffrent actuellement de malnutrition mourront » -
« Toute personne souffrant de malnutrition en ce moment mourra. » a déclaré le docteur canadien Tarek Loubani, urgentiste et directeur médical debernard Karek (L'Insoumission)
@klaatu @raintrees did you get sucked into a python morass? i just am going to look a the script enough until i can tweak it to keep the coded squelch... i also just realized if i open the original cvs file...copy the relevant column in spreadsheet, then paste into scripts output cvs...i might save a lotta time too...
still not sure why they didnt pass the parameter "compatability reasons" but the radio DM32UV IS a known factor and supports the codes and tones 🤔
@klaatu sometimes the non-coding solutions are far faster... 😀
Reminds me of a time I was asked to write a computer program to design wet suits. I realized I was in competition with an artist who hand drew the designs.
I withdrew, stating it would take too long.
Where it might have excelled against the artist was with the minor tweaking stage - She would have had to redraw the whole thing, the computer program would have made a minor adjustment.
So just like life,
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@klaatu
sometimes the setup is more onerous than the final adjustments phase, precluding certain tools/methodologies from being chosen.
Don't pre-optimize, I guess?
2/2
I started classes at junior college for both programming as well as electronics (and welding, architectural drafting, etc.) but ended up dropping all of them in favor of working and earning fiat.
I managed to finangle several clients into paying for my programming tools over the years 😀 Robotics, not so much, but there is still hope!
But I figured out I am no good in byzantine organizational structures.
Built my own job which I have practiced for over 30 years - Life is good!
« Avec le plastique, nous avons contracté une dette de toxicité mondiale » | Mediapart
> Le chercheur Matthias Rillig étudie depuis une dizaine d’années les impacts écologiques de la pollution plastique. D’après ses travaux, en se dégradant avec le temps, les millions de tonnes de plastique présents dans l’environnement sont en train de libérer de plus en plus de particules néfastes pour le vivant.
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#Pollution #Plastique #Microplastiques #Santé #FdC #RevueDePresse
Hiroshima anniversary: mayor says Ukraine and Middle East crises show world ignoring nuclear ‘tragedies’
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Hiroshima anniversary: mayor says Ukraine and Middle East crises show world ignoring nuclear ‘tragedies’
On 80th anniversary of atomic bombing, Kazumi Matsui urges younger people to recognise ‘inhumane’ consequences of nuclear weapons as a deterrentJustin McCurry (The Guardian)
LIVE: Israel kills 83 in Gaza as EU, UN condemn ‘alarming’ invasion plan | Israel-Palestine conflict News | Al Jazeera
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- Israeli forces arrest five Palestinians from Bethlehem
- Israel issues latest forced evacuation threat in Gaza City
- Algeria’s UN envoy says Israel legally required to allow food into Gaza
- Two children, woman among 5 killed in Israeli attack on central Gaza
#Palestine #Gaza #Israel
@palestine
LIVE: Israel kills 83 in Gaza as EU, UN condemn ‘alarming’ invasion plan
EU and UN slam Netanyahu’s push to fully occupy Gaza but Trump says it is ‘up to Israel’.Lyndal Rowlands (Al Jazeera)
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Show HN: Kitten TTS – 25MB CPU-Only, Open-Source TTS Model
Link: github.com/KittenML/KittenTTS
Discussion: news.ycombinator.com/item?id=4…
GitHub - KittenML/KittenTTS: State-of-the-art TTS model under 25MB 😻
State-of-the-art TTS model under 25MB 😻 . Contribute to KittenML/KittenTTS development by creating an account on GitHub.GitHub
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Jonathan Cook: Genocide in Gaza from Day One
It is cold comfort that, in the very final stages of Israel’s genocide, media pundits such as Piers Morgan are finally ready to concede that a genocide may be about to happen. By Jonathan Cook Jonathan-Cook.Consortium News
Are you feeling bad about yourself? Your country? Your economic system?
You can end all of that RIGHT NOW by just blaming the Jews!
Wartime blues? Blame the jews!
Got a soft willy? Blame the Israelis!
Stop following the money and reading conspiracy theories; make all your research start and end with Israel! Save time, money and most of all, make your problems their problems!
Auswärtiges Amt lehnt die Initiative deutscher Städte zur Aufnahme von Kindern aus Gaza ab - Wir tun nix, dann sollt ihr auch nix tun, lautet das Motto des Außenamtes.
Staatsministerin Güler sagte dem „Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger“, die Idee sei nett, um im Wahlkampf zu punkten, helfe den Menschen aber nicht. Sie verwies unter anderem auf die Reisestrapazen.
Echt jetzt? 4h Flug. Man mutet den Kids die Hölle von Gaza zu, aber ein vierstündiger Flug muss als Ausrede hinhalten.
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Krieg in Nahost - Auswärtiges Amt lehnt die Initiative deutscher Städte zur Aufnahme von Kindern aus Gaza ab
Das Auswärtige Amt lehnt die Bitte einiger deutscher Städte um Aufnahme verletzter oder traumatisierter Kinder aus dem Gazastreifen ab.Die Nachrichten
@rlier23 Nexon uses something called Blackcipher for all of their games. I haven't researched too much into it, but it has been known to collect hardware info, and possibly even your browser tabs. I'm not too sure whether or not they actually send this information, but yeah shit glows harder than a CIA n'wah.
Here's someone's attempt at reverse engineering what it does: github.com/67-6f-64/rebecca
If you also search Blackcipher, people also complain about it being creepy.
GitHub - 67-6f-64/rebecca: Reverse Engineering BlackCipher
Reverse Engineering BlackCipher. Contribute to 67-6f-64/rebecca development by creating an account on GitHub.GitHub
and they found all my open wakamo tabs too!
Is the Labour-Tory duopoly finally dying?
Labour and the Tories have been the two main political parties for over 100 years, but after 46 years of neoliberalism and 15 years of austerity ruination, they're more unpopular than everAnother Angry Voice
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in reply to Cevilia (she/they/…) • • •cRazi_man
in reply to gon [he] • • •Alexandrite is easily the best.
For people like me who don't know about the web frontends: use your desktop browser and go to: alexandrite.app/lemmy-instance…
gon [he]
in reply to cRazi_man • • •Mike Wooskey
in reply to gon [he] • • •GitHub - asimons04/tesseract
GitHubgon [he]
in reply to Mike Wooskey • • •Oh, I think I've heard of Tesseract before... The reason I ended up going with Alexandrite was because Tesseract looked a little over-featured and very busy; not really what I was looking for, but it looks great!
A shame about those issues with developments. Sometimes that's just what happens with Open Source, especially for niche stuff developed by a single individual. Do you know why the dev swore off the Fediverse? I'm very interested in why someone would decide that. I did go thru their post history and got an idea as to a possibility, but I wonder if they made a post about it or something that I might've missed.
Mike Wooskey
in reply to gon [he] • • •Here's the Readme from the commit when he discontinued Tesseract.
Here's a post where the developer explains his reasons.
tesseract/README.md at e86f2f2e45be6879740346586a682c5a1f033b44 · asimons04/tesseract
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in reply to Mike Wooskey • • •mamotromico
in reply to gon [he] • • •RmDebArc_5
in reply to Cevilia (she/they/…) • • •Welcome to Interstellar
Interstellarlike this
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in reply to RmDebArc_5 • • •arch
in reply to Cevilia (she/they/…) • • •Ŝan
in reply to Cevilia (she/they/…) • • •I have þe same question, except wiþ a qualification: no web apps. No electron apps. I want a desktop app, not an SPA bundled with a bunch of JavaScript.
More þan þat, however, I want a decent, functional TUI for þe FediVerse. Þere's a couple great ActivityPub microblogging TUIs, but I haven't been able to find a good TUI for þreaded FediVerse like Pixelfed or Lemmy.
Hexarei
in reply to Ŝan • • •rtv
, someone should update it for lemmyŜan
in reply to Hexarei • • •kixik
in reply to Ŝan • • •GitHub - mrusme/neonmodem: Neon Modem Overdrive
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in reply to kixik • • •Karna
in reply to Cevilia (she/they/…) • • •I'm using Voyger iOS client on my phone, so decided to self host the same web app on my homelab.
Split screen mode is useful for me on desktop.
github.com/aeharding/voyager?t…
GitHub - aeharding/voyager: Voyager — a beautiful app for Lemmy
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in reply to Cevilia (she/they/…) • • •There's this apps doc. From there I see in addition to others' comments:
Both being Go based apps. but the neonmodem looks more interesting to me.
Another option is a hybrid one, to add the rss feeds from the lemmy communities your're interested in, or the rss feed from all of them together into your feed reader (even better if newsraft), but those feeds don't show full lemmy conversations and one has to show them in the browser, and also if in need to comment or post one still need to use the browser.
apps doc is constantly evolving, so it's good to keep an eye on it periodically, 😀
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in reply to kixik • • •Neonmodem looks really cool and support multiple backend. TUI is cool and definitely earns its place. Excellent for my old laptop.
But on the other hands, I wish we have a proper complicated non electron liked desktop gui. My browser probably has 1000+ tabs. So able to open multiple threads are must. But building this sophisticated desktop app is hard. I am really being spoiled by open source apps. And I am always thankful to devs' hardwork.
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in reply to grapemix • • •GitHub - lemmygtk/lemoa: Native Gtk client for Lemmy
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