Richard Stallman to Speak on Software Freedom and AI at Georgia Tech
2026-01-21
The free software pioneer returns to campus., Read More From It’s FOSSContinue Reading
HPQ Silicon lithium-ion cells earn UL 1642 certification for US commercial sales
2026-01-21
HPQ Silicon’s ENDURA+ lithium-ion battery cells have received UL 1642 certification, a US safety standard required for commercial acceptance of lithium-ion cells. The certification covers its cylindrical 18650 (4,000 mAh) and 21700 (6,000 mAh) cell formats and clears the cells for US commercial sales. The company says the UL 1642Continue Reading
Ghost Town: Why Only 3% Of Allegiant Air’s Flights Are On Tuesdays
2026-01-21
This article was updated on Wednesday, January 21, to include information about other US carriers’ lack of flights on Tuesdays. It was originally published on Tuesday, January 20.Continue Reading
What Are The Benefits Of Flying In American Airlines’ New Premium Economy?
2026-01-21
American Airlines is one of the big three international US-based carriers and offers long-haul flights to destinations around the world. It is in the process of rolling out its new refreshed premium economy seats on its new 787-9 Dreamliners, offering a rewarding experience for people flying American who are usedContinue Reading
Netflix delivers solid 4th quarter, but stock sinks amid worries about slowing subscriber growth
2026-01-21
Netflix capped last year with another solid financial performance despite slowing subscriber growth that underscored the importance of its contested $72 billion bid to take over Warner Bros.’ movie studio and slot HBO Max into its video streaming line-up. The fourth-quarter results announced Tuesday eclipsed the projections of stock marketContinue Reading
EU plans phase out of high risk telecom suppliers, in proposals seen as targeting China
2026-01-21
LONDON (AP) — The European Union said Tuesday it plans to phase out gear supplied by companies based in “high risk” countries from critical infrastructure such as high-speed telecom networks, in a move seen as targeting Chinese companies including Huawei and ZTE. Brussels’ proposed measures to tighten up cybersecurity comeContinue Reading
MX Linux 25.1 brings back switchable init systems
2026-01-21
Dislike systemd but occasionally need it for something? MX can help MX Linux 25.1 restores the ability to switch init systems – the killer feature of MX Linux of old.…, Read MoreContinue Reading
Sony no longer home of the Bravia as it plans TV biz spin-out to China’s TCL
2026-01-21
Hasn’t said why, but low share in a slow-growing market suggests it can’t be bothered Sony wants to stop making televisions.…, Read MoreContinue Reading
Why Silicon Valley is losing faith in the American dream
2026-01-21
In Silicon Valley, the servers are humming again – and so is the unease. Massive data centers packed with Nvidia GPUs are fueling the artificial intelligence boom, generating extraordinary wealth for chipmakers, cloud providers, and startups racing to train large-scale models. But beneath the boomtime exuberance…Continue Reading
NASA’s Day of Remembrance Honors Fallen Heroes of Exploration
2026-01-21
NASA will observe its annual Day of Remembrance on Thursday, Jan. 22, which includes commemorating the crews of Apollo 1 and the space shuttles Challenger and Columbia. The event is traditionally held every year on the fourth Thursday of January, as all three astronaut accidents happened around the end of the month. “On NASA’s DayContinue Reading
NASA Astronaut Suni Williams Retires
2026-01-21
After 27 years of service, NASA astronaut Suni Williams retired from the agency, effective Dec. 27, 2025. Williams completed three missions aboard the International Space Station, setting numerous human spaceflight records throughout her career. “Suni Williams has been a trailblazer in human spaceflight, shaping the future of exploration through her leadership aboard the space stationContinue Reading
Here’s the problem with plug-in hybrids
2026-01-20
EVs aren’t the only cars that plug in. Plug-in hybrids can theoretically serve as stepping stones to all-electric vehicles, providing enough electric range for short trips while still offering the flexibility of a gasoline engine. For those who can’t charge at home, or just don’t want to deal with the uncertainty of public charging infrastructureContinue Reading
Nearly 50% of prospective homebuyers this year will use AI: Report
2026-01-20
The analysis revealed 27% of Americans have or will use AI to help estimate housing costs., The analysis revealed 27% of Americans have or will use AI to help estimate housing costs., from Newsnation Read MoreContinue Reading