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Proposing a Fork in HN to Enhance Content Discovery
The article discusses the decline in quality of content on HN (Hacker News) and proposes the idea of forking HN into AI/LLM and "Everything else/other" to improve content discovery.
news.ycombinator.com10mo ago
Testing the Fish Kick: A Swimmer's Look at an Unconventional Stroke
nautil.us10mo agoTrouble in Syria: General de Gaulle's Stand on French Mandate
The diary entry discusses the trouble in Syria regarding the French mandate and General de Gaulle's insistence on the matter. It highlights the legal complexities and the absence of the League of Nations to resolve the issue.
orwelldiaries.wordpress.com10mo agoImpact of Pet Ownership on Cognitive Functioning in Later Adulthood
The study examines the longitudinal relationship between pet ownership and cognitive functioning in later adulthood, focusing on different pet types and age groups. Results show that owning dogs and cats is associated with slower cognitive decline, while bird and fish ownership does not show the same effect.
nature.com11mo agoIBM's Dmitry Krotov wants to crack the 'physics' of memory
Article URL: https://research.ibm.com/blog/dmitry-krotov-ai-physics Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44382367 Points: 9 # Comments: 0
First methane-powered sea spiders found crawling on the ocean floor
Article URL: https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/17/science/spiders-deep-sea-methane-new-species Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44338309 Points: 42 # Comments: 23
Backlash to artificial dye grows as Kraft ditches coloring for Kool-Aid, Jell-O
Article URL: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/06/17/kraft-heinz-artificial-food-dyes-us-products/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44355539 Points: 6 # Comments: 2
Exploring the Origins of the 'Father of Modern Metal'
The article discusses the early life of Harry Brearley, known as the 'Father of Modern Metal,' and his introduction to steelworks in Sheffield, England. It highlights his curiosity and interest in workshops, setting the stage for his later achievements in metallurgy.
nautil.us11mo agoWhat Is the Most Realistic Submarine Movie Ever Made? [U.S. Naval Institute]
Article URL: https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2019/october/what-most-realistic-submarine-movie-ever-made Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44312645 Points: 16 # Comments: 2
FedFlix — Public Domain Stock Footage Library
Article URL: https://public.resource.org/ntis.gov/index.html Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44323914 Points: 8 # Comments: 1
What Happens When Clergy Take Psilocybin
Article URL: https://nautil.us/clergy-blown-away-by-psilocybin-1217112/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44293610 Points: 5 # Comments: 2
Scientific Study of the Winston Red Diamond
The article presents a scientific and historical study on the 2.33 ct Winston Red, the fifth-largest known Fancy red diamond.
gia.edu11mo agoA Blacklisted American Magician Became a Hero in Brazil
Article URL: https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/careers/magician-brazil-national-celebrity-d31f547a Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44239107 Points: 12 # Comments: 8
Consequences Faced by American Loyalists in the American Revolution
The article discusses the fate of American colonists who sided with the British during the American Revolution, highlighting the severe consequences they faced such as losing their lands, reputations, and even their lives.
smithsonianmag.com11mo agoUniversity of St Andrews Develops Tool to Identify Poisonous Books
University of St Andrews develops a tool to identify poisonous books historically colored with arsenic and copper, posing health risks to readers. The toxic pigment in book bindings can lead to serious health issues if handled regularly.
theguardian.com11mo agoCysteine depletion triggers adipose tissue thermogenesis and weight loss
Article URL: https://www.nature.com/articles/s42255-025-01297-8 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44193225 Points: 4 # Comments: 0