New top story on Hacker News: App Should Have Been a Website (and Probably Your Game Too)

App Should Have Been a Website (and Probably Your Game Too)
14 by thunderbong | 8 comments on Hacker News.

What we know about why Trump supporters are clashing over US visas

A row has erupted over a long-standing US visa programme, We looked into the figures behind the scheme.

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New top story on Hacker News: MiceWine – run Windows applications and games on Android smartphones

MiceWine – run Windows applications and games on Android smartphones
23 by bj-rn | 2 comments on Hacker News.

New top story on Hacker News: 86Box: Emulator of x86-Based Machines

86Box: Emulator of x86-Based Machines
7 by tosh | 0 comments on Hacker News.

'Green' ferry emits more CO2 than old diesel ship

One transport expert tells the BBC it might be better to run the new CalMac ferry on diesel.

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New top story on Hacker News: We've not been trained for this: life after the Newag DRM disclosure [video]

We've not been trained for this: life after the Newag DRM disclosure [video]
19 by doener | 3 comments on Hacker News.

Murray bringing 'fresh look' to my game - Djokovic

Novak Djokovic credits Andy Murray with "bringing a fresh look" to his game as he prepares for his first tournament since naming his former rival as his new coach.

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Kiefer Sutherland grew up unaware of dad Donald's success

Only when he moved to Hollywood to pursue his own career did he realise his dad was a great actor.

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New top story on Hacker News: The Nvidia Way – Review of Tae Kim's New Book

The Nvidia Way – Review of Tae Kim's New Book
11 by klelatti | 1 comments on Hacker News.

How a town got together to cut crime by a third

Baildon in West Yorkshire "feels safe", residents say, after a Neighbourhood Watch scheme exploded.

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'Innovation in every sense - that's what F1 is'

Formula 1 travels the globe to create a spectacle of cars going around in circles burning fuel. But what is it doing in terms of global sustainability?

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Make more use of open prisons, former minister says

As he reviews sentencing policy, David Gauke points to Spain where reforms have cut prison numbers.

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Queen Elizabeth II had dim view of Orange marches, state papers claim

Irish state papers reveal a private conversation between the late Queen and an ex-Irish ambassador.

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Watch Match of the Day

Gary Lineker introduces highlights from all the Boxing Day Premier League fixtures.

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NHS workers' wages wrong after pay deal - union

A union says NHS staff are missing thousands from Christmas wage packets following a pay agreement.

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New top story on Hacker News: The Rise of Post-Literate History

The Rise of Post-Literate History
12 by bertman | 1 comments on Hacker News.

Test your knowledge in the big sports quiz of 2024

As the year draws to a close, test your sporting knowledge with our quiz, which looks back at some of the big events of the year.

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Valencia appoint West Brom's Corberan as new boss

La Liga strugglers Valencia appoint West Bromwich Albion boss Carlos Corberan as their new head coach.

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Man shot dead by armed police on Christmas Eve

West Mercia Police refers itself to the policing watchdog after a man was shot in Redditch.

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New top story on Hacker News: Physicists measure quantum geometry for first time

Physicists measure quantum geometry for first time
3 by pseudolus | 0 comments on Hacker News.

Konstas, 19, to make Australia debut in Boxing Day Test

Opener Sam Konstas is set to become Australia men's youngest Test batting debutant in 71 years in the Boxing Day Test against India.

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MoJ staff accused of accessing Nottingham attacks case files

Police are investigating claims MoJ staff illegally accessed Nottingham attacks files.

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Cross back as England name Women's Ashes squad

Fast bowler Kate Cross has recovered from an injury to be named in the England squad for the Women's Ashes starting in Australia next month.

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New top story on Hacker News: We saved battery in our ESP32 WiFi circuits (TCP vs UDP)

We saved battery in our ESP32 WiFi circuits (TCP vs UDP)
8 by harry247 | 4 comments on Hacker News.

England recall Root for ODIs but Stokes left out

England recall Joe Root, who tops the men's Test batting rankings, to their one-day international squad for the tour of India and the 2025 Champions Trophy.

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Syria's minorities seek security as country charts new future

After the fall of Assad, many are apprehensive about how Syria will next be ruled.

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New top story on Hacker News: Kannel: Open-Source WAP and SMS Gateway

Kannel: Open-Source WAP and SMS Gateway
10 by thunderbong | 3 comments on Hacker News.

New top story on Hacker News: BonkysInferno

BonkysInferno
9 by akkartik | 0 comments on Hacker News.

How a tiny village grew into a huge luxury destination

From sticky toffee pudding to three Michelin-starred dining, a Lake District hamlet turns hotspot.

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RFU chair Ilube steps down amid pay row

Tom Ilube steps down as Rugby Football Union chairman, pre-empting the possibility of a grassroots rebellion forcing him out over executive bonuses.

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Why Rashford is 'lightning rod for criticism'

BBC Sport columnist Nedum Onuoha explains why Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has always been judged differently to other players.

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McIlroy and Scheffler dominate PGA-LIV 'Showdown'

PGA Tour superstars Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler show their superiority against LIV Golf rivals Bryson DeChambeau and Bryson Koepka in a floodlit exhibition in Las Vegas.

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BBC and ITV agree World Cup deal for 2026 and 2030

BBC Sport agrees a deal to share live coverage of the Fifa World Cup in 2026 and 2030 with ITV, and will broadcast across TV, audio and digital platforms.

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New top story on Hacker News: Intel ME Cleaner

Intel ME Cleaner
4 by akkartik | 0 comments on Hacker News.

'Our rapists should admit guilt before they get parole'

Ellie Wilson and Hannah McLaughlan are calling for changes to the parole system.

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Can Rangers find a way to dent Celtic domination?

Can Rangers manager Phillipe Clement find a first win over Celtic in Sunday's League Cup final or will Brendan Rodgers continue his impressive Old Firm record?

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New top story on Hacker News: Suchir's Essay on Fair Use

Suchir's Essay on Fair Use
19 by hgarg | 1 comments on Hacker News.

Family's tribute to 'beautiful' teen killed at docks

Zacharias Atkinson, 19, was fatally injured in an industrial incident in Bootle, Merseyside.

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Woman awarded £36k over Christmas party harassment

A woman who works for the Human Rights Commission complained about "unwanted physical contact".

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Can Postecoglou rediscover old comforts in Glasgow?

Ange Postecoglou is in stormy waters at Tottenham. But might a return to Glasgow in the Europa League restore some calm?

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New top story on Hacker News: Timemap.org – Interactive Map of History

Timemap.org – Interactive Map of History
20 by agilek | 1 comments on Hacker News.

Two arrests after baby injured in dog attack

A woman, 76, and a man, 18, have been arrested in connection with the attack near Folkestone.

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Chatbot encouraged US teen to kill parents over screen time limit, lawsuit claims

Legal action filed in Texas alleges Character.ai 'poses a clear and present danger' to young people.

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New top story on Hacker News: Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024 winners

Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024 winners
6 by helsinkiandrew | 1 comments on Hacker News.

Man fulfils dying wish accompanying daughter down aisle

Bride Jess was ready to cancel the wedding - but the help allowed people to say goodbye to her dad.

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Five things to look out for in the Welsh budget

Spending plans are to be unveiled by Mark Drakeford, but a deal needs to be struck to make them pass.

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New top story on Hacker News: The slow death of the hands-on engineering manager

The slow death of the hands-on engineering manager
17 by Liriel | 4 comments on Hacker News.

Blow to UK as equipment hire giant Ashtead heads for US

The building equipment rental firm joins others who have moved to the US from London.

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King says Elizabeth II wore her crown at bath time when he was a child

The King also spoke of feeling "slightly anxious" about wearing the heavy St Edward's Crown at his own coronation.

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New top story on Hacker News: Raspberry Pi 500 Review: The keyboard is the computer, again

Raspberry Pi 500 Review: The keyboard is the computer, again
22 by rcarmo | 4 comments on Hacker News.

UK will review Syrian group's terror ban, cabinet minister says

Pat McFadden says the UK will consider if a terrorist designation should remain for a Syrian group which led the overthrow of al-Assad rule.

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New top story on Hacker News: Show HN: Run10K Trainer – Personalized Training Running Plans for Your 10K Race

Show HN: Run10K Trainer – Personalized Training Running Plans for Your 10K Race
6 by alexdevcodes | 3 comments on Hacker News.
Hi HN! I’m a professional runner and programmer, and I built *Run10K Trainer*, the app I wish I had when I started training. It’s a web and mobile app that generates personalized plans for 10K races, tailored to your schedule, experience level, and race date. After months of development, I’d love your feedback to help make it even better for runners everywhere. Does this sound like something you’d use?

'I watched my house burn down with memories of my late daughter inside'

A 64-year-old with no insurance is left homeless after fire tore through her house in East Lothian.

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New top story on Hacker News: The UC Berkeley Project That Is the AI Industry's Obsession

The UC Berkeley Project That Is the AI Industry's Obsession
4 by marban | 0 comments on Hacker News.

Dick Van Dyke stars in Coldplay video as he turns 99

The actor recreates dance moves from across his career, and reflects on old age in a touching video.

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New top story on Hacker News: Ukraine's three nuclear power plants have restored electricity production

Ukraine's three nuclear power plants have restored electricity production
29 by mpweiher | 5 comments on Hacker News.

'Pink-ball master' Starc claims his best Test figures

Mitchell Starc takes his best Test figures of 6-48 as Australia dismiss India for 180 on day one of the second Test in Adelaide.

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'Unbelievable', 'world class', 'immense' - pundits purr over Salah

Match of the Day pundit Micah Richards praises an "immense" performance from Mohamed Salah and says Liverpool "must keep" the Egypt forward.

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New top story on Hacker News: How to Grow Professional Relationships

How to Grow Professional Relationships
16 by Liriel | 1 comments on Hacker News.

Central Cee and Jorja Smith among Mobo nominees

They are among several three-time nominees for the 2025 ceremont, alongside Cleo Sol and Ghetts.

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The president's gamble backfired: What was he thinking?

Yoon's shock move was a bid to get the kind of grip on power that has eluded him since he was elected.

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Who are the rebels threatening Assad's grip on Syria?

The long-running civil war has unexpectedly sprung back into the spotlight

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Van Dijk 'the best ever'? Rank great Premier League centre-backs

Where does Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk rank amongst the best Premier League centre-backs ever?

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'Extraordinary' - the case for Aspinall to fight Jones in numbers

A statistical look at why Britain's Tom Aspinall deserves a UFC undisputed heavyweight title showdown with Jon Jones.

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McLaren call for inquiry into Norris penalty as FIA under scrutiny

McLaren call for an inquiry into the penalty Lando Norris was given for ignoring yellow flags during the Qatar Grand Prix.

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New top story on Hacker News: Large Language Models as Markov Chains

Large Language Models as Markov Chains
10 by Anon84 | 1 comments on Hacker News.

Why would a US fugitive choose to hide in Wales?

One of America's most wanted men is arrested in rural north Wales following 21 years on the run.

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British holidaymaker killed in Turkey lift-shaft incident

Tyler Kerry was "a young man full of personality, kindness and compassion", his uncle says.

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