This Week In Techdirt History: November 2nd – 8th
Five Years Ago This week in 2020, we featured a guest post about why most complaints about Section 230 are really just complaints about the First Amendment, and another with a deep dive into the implications of the presidential election for various issues in tech. As the votes from saidContinue Reading
Grand Theft Auto VI release delayed until Nov. 2026
Announced in 2022, GTA 6 was initially slated for a 2025 release before being postponed for the first time to May 2026., (NewsNation) — The highly anticipated release of the open-world action-adventure game Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed to Nov. 19, 2026. Developed by Rockstar Games, GTA 6Continue Reading
Is Israel inching towards another regional war?
The Israeli military ramps up attacks on Lebanon as Hezbollah disarmament fails., Inside Story The Israeli military ramps up attacks on Lebanon as Hezbollah disarmament fails. Recent Israeli air strikes on Lebanon have reignited fears of more conflict along the border. Israel says it is targeting Hezbollah positions to stopContinue Reading
UN rights office warns of ‘unimaginable atrocities’ in Sudan’s el-Fasher
UN estimates 82,000 of el-Fasher’s total population of 260,000 fled after RSF atrocities, with many still trapped., The United Nations Human Rights Office in Sudan says that “brutal attacks” are escalating in el-Fasher after the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) seized the city in the western region of Darfur lastContinue Reading
Ownership of Digital Content Is an Illusion—Unless You Self‑Host
The internet of the early 2000s—what I once called the revelatory internet—felt like an endless library with doors left ajar. Much of that material circulated illegally, yes. I am not advocating a return to unchecked piracy. But the current licensing frameworks are failing both artists and audiences, and it’s worthContinue Reading
Debian 13 “Trixie”: Best New Features
A roundup of the key features of the latest Debian 13 release. After almost two years of development, Debian 13 “Trixie” is now available to download and upgrade from Debian 12. This critical release brings few major updates including latest packages across modules, Linux Kernel 6.12 LTS, modern desktop environmentsContinue Reading
YouTube Goes Bonkers, Removes Windows 11 Bypass Tutorials, Claims ‘Risk of Physical Harm’
We are no strangers to Big Tech platforms occasionally reprimanding us for posting Linux and homelab content. YouTube and Facebook have done it. The pattern is familiar. Content gets flagged or removed. Platforms offer little explanation. And when that happens, there is rarely any recourse for creators. Now, a popularContinue Reading
DHL to electrify 66% of its vehicle fleet by 2030
Global logistics and shipping firm DHL has announced plans to accelerate the electrification of its vehicle fleet. DHL currently operates some 39,000 EVs in pickup and delivery services, representing more than 41% of its fleet. The company plans to raise that proportion to 66% by 2030. New electric trucks andContinue Reading
ITS Logistics introduces battery logistics hub network
Third-party logistics provider ITS Logistics has launched a dedicated network of integrated distribution space and transportation solutions for lithium-ion batteries. The company aims to offer manufacturers and Tier 1 automakers safe, compliance-ready and scalable operations. ITS Logistics offers a full suite of network transportation solutions across North America and omnichannelContinue Reading
‘Salmonella can contaminate any food, not just meat’: professor on pistachio recall
Professor of Food Safety at the University of Guelph, Lawrence Goodridge says most people think salmonella is associated with chicken or meat, but it can contaminate virtually any food. He warns it can lead to death for people in high-risk groups. #edmonton #alberta #canada #yeg Subscribe to CTV News toContinue Reading
Travelers at Miami International Airport hope for end to government shutdown after flight reductions
Travelers at Miami International Airport hope the government opens soon as hundreds of flights in the U.S. are being scratched this weekend. (AP Video by Cody Jackson) Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/homeContinue Reading
NBC Cuts Marissa Bode’s Monumental ‘Power-Hungry Dictator’ Moment From ‘Wicked’ Special
NBC’s Wicked: One Wonderful Night delivered a glittering celebration of music and magic but not without controversy. Viewers tuning into Thursday’s two-hour special may not have realized one moment was missing: a pointed political remark from Wicked star Marissa Bode . Bode, who originated the role of Nessarose Thropp inContinue Reading
Cleaner fatally shot after going to wrong house
Cleaner fatally shot after going to wrong house, Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading