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IndiaNDTV ·

Trump Links US-Saudi Nuclear Deal to Saudi Recognition of Israel

US President Donald Trump has stated that a civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia is contingent on Riyadh joining the Abraham Accords. The Accords, brokered during Trump's first term, normalized relations between Israel and several Arab nations. Trump described the Accords as 'respected and successful,' signaling that Saudi-Israeli normalization remains a key foreign policy priority. The proposed deal would help Saudi Arabia develop a civilian nuclear program, but Trump made clear it will only move forward if the kingdom agrees to recognize Israel.

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ProgrammingHacker News ·

Opinion: Emacs Reframed as a Lisp Machine With a Text Editor Bolted On

A blog post published on andros.dev argues that Emacs is better understood as a Lisp computing environment than as a conventional text editor. The author suggests the term 'Lispboard' more accurately captures what Emacs fundamentally is. The piece challenges the common perception that Emacs is simply a programmable editor, positioning Lisp as its core identity rather than a feature. The article was shared on Hacker News, where it attracted 10 upvotes at the time of posting.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Opens Volunteer Applications for Conference Access

TechCrunch is inviting people to volunteer at its Disrupt 2026 startup conference. Volunteers will gain behind-the-scenes access to one of the world's largest events in the startup and technology space. The opportunity offers participants a firsthand look at how a major tech conference is organized and executed. Those interested can apply to be part of the team that helps bring the event to life.

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ProgrammingDEV Community ·

ClickHouse 26.3 adds ANSI SQL time keywords to ease database migrations

ClickHouse version 26.3 introduces support for standard SQL temporal keywords such as CURRENT_DATE, CURRENT_TIMESTAMP, and NOW without parentheses, improving compatibility with the ANSI SQL standard. Previously, developers migrating from databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Snowflake had to rewrite time-related queries to use ClickHouse-native functions such as today() and now(). The update allows SQL queries from other systems to run in ClickHouse with little or no modification, reducing migration effort across large query sets. BI and reporting tools like Tableau, Metabase, and Apache Superset, which auto-generate ANSI SQL, are expected to benefit directly from this change. The existing native ClickHouse functions remain fully supported and are still the recommended approach for new development.

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ProgrammingDEV Community ·

Browser-based JSONL viewer handles large log files without terminal or editor crashes

A developer has built a free, browser-based JSONL viewer after finding that most online JSON tools fail to handle newline-delimited log data. The tool parses each line of a JSONL file independently, displaying results in a filterable and sortable table entirely client-side, with no uploads or sign-up required. The project was born out of a late-night production debugging session where a 340MB, 1.2-million-line log file crashed a code editor and proved tedious to navigate using command-line tools like jq. Unlike standard JSON parsers that expect a single document, the viewer treats each line as a separate JSON object, meaning a malformed line does not break the rest of the output. The tool is available for free and works offline, making it a practical alternative for engineers who regularly work with large log files.

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ProgrammingDEV Community ·

Developer releases Pulseboard, a free self-hosted HTTP uptime monitoring tool

A full-stack developer based in Yerevan has built and open-sourced Pulseboard, a lightweight self-hosted HTTP uptime monitoring tool. The project was inspired by Uptime Kuma and aims to offer similar functionality without a SaaS subscription cost. Pulseboard supports scheduled HTTP/HTTPS checks, a history and statistics dashboard, and optional alert webhooks. It can be run locally via npm or deployed using Docker Compose, and uses JSON file storage rather than a heavy database for its initial release. The source code is publicly available on GitHub under the repository mamyan2001-gif/pulseboard.

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SpaceNASA ·

NASA Astronaut Chris Williams Returns After 8-Month Space Station Mission

NASA astronaut Chris Williams is preparing to return to Earth after completing his first mission aboard the International Space Station, which lasted approximately eight months. During his stay, Williams contributed to medical research aimed at developing new cancer treatments. He also worked on advancing the production of materials intended to improve computers and electronics. Williams performed two spacewalks, venturing outside the station into open space as part of his duties. His departure marks the conclusion of a wide-ranging scientific and technical assignment on the orbiting laboratory.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Apple Sues OpenAI Over Alleged Trade Secret Theft by Ex-Apple Employees

Apple has filed a trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that former Apple employees solicited confidential information during job interviews and downloaded files related to hardware manufacturing from Apple's servers. OpenAI denies the allegations, and its formal legal response has not yet been filed. IP and trade secret lawyers consulted by The Verge say the individual claims are not unprecedented, but the combination of allegations in a single high-profile case is unusual. The lawsuit adds significant pressure to OpenAI, which is already navigating cash burn, executive turnover, and competition across enterprise and consumer AI markets. Apple has a well-documented history as an aggressive litigant, having previously pursued prolonged legal battles against companies like Microsoft and Samsung.

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Crypto & Web3CoinDesk ·

Uniswap launches permissioned pools for tokenized real-world assets

Uniswap has introduced a new framework enabling regulated funds and securities to trade on its decentralized exchange. The initiative was developed in collaboration with Superstate, Securitize, and Dowgo. The permissioned trading pools are designed to enforce compliance rules required by institutional participants. This move marks a significant step by Uniswap into the tokenized real-world assets space, bridging decentralized finance with traditional financial regulation.

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ProgrammingDEV Community ·

How to Add a Reliable Export-as-Image Button to Any Web Dashboard

Developers often delay building export-as-image features for dashboards, even though users frequently need to share charts or KPI panels in presentations and messaging tools. Client-side libraries like html2canvas tend to fail on dashboards due to issues with web fonts, cross-origin images, and SVG charts. A more reliable approach involves rendering the panel server-side using a headless Chromium-based image API, which produces pixel-accurate PNG output regardless of the user's device or screen resolution. A lightweight Node.js backend can rebuild the panel as a self-contained HTML document and forward it to a rendering endpoint, then stream the resulting image back to the browser. The front end only needs a simple fetch call to trigger the download, with no canvas manipulation or client-side rendering libraries required.

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IndiaTimes of India ·

Baltimore woman inherits father's home, finds $228,000 unpaid water bill blocking sale

A Baltimore woman received a rude shock after inheriting her late father's home, discovering an unpaid water bill of $228,000 tied to the property. The outstanding debt has resulted in a lien being placed on the house, making it impossible for her to sell it. The case has sparked a dispute over who bears responsibility for the bill — the individual homeowner or the local homeowners association. The situation highlights the financial and legal complications that can arise when inheriting property with unresolved municipal debts.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Ford becomes first automaker to embed Apple Maps directly into its EVs

Ford has become the first automaker to adopt a new suite of Apple developer tools designed for vehicle integration. These tools allow Ford to embed Apple Maps navigation and mapping features directly into its cars' infotainment systems. The move marks a significant step in Apple's push to deepen its presence in the automotive technology space. By integrating Apple Maps natively, Ford aims to offer a more seamless in-car navigation experience for drivers of its next-generation electric vehicles.

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ProgrammingDEV Community ·

Open-Source RAG Chatbot Starter Uses FastAPI and ChromaDB With No API Key

A developer who builds production RAG and LLM systems has released a free, open-source starter template for creating document-based chatbots using FastAPI and ChromaDB. The system uses Retrieval-Augmented Generation, a technique that retrieves relevant document chunks before passing them to a language model, reducing hallucinations and enabling source citations. The stack includes SentenceTransformers for embeddings and supports any LLM backend, including locally run models via Ollama, meaning no API key or internet connection is required. Key design considerations highlighted include chunk size tuning, overlapping chunks, OCR handling for scanned PDFs, and cross-encoder re-ranking to improve retrieval quality. The project is licensed under MIT and can be cloned and run locally with a single Docker command.

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WorldBBC World ·

Brent Crude Tops $100 for First Time Since May Amid Middle East War

Brent crude oil prices surpassed $100 per barrel on Thursday, marking the first time this threshold has been reached since May. The price surge represented a rise of more than 5% in a single day. The spike is being driven by the ongoing escalation of conflict in the Middle East. Rising geopolitical tensions in the region have rattled global energy markets, pushing prices sharply higher.

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ProgrammingHacker News ·

Brow6el Brings Full-Featured Chromium-Based Browsing to the Terminal

Brow6el is a newly released web browser designed to run entirely within a terminal environment. It is built on top of Chromium, aiming to offer a full-featured browsing experience without a traditional graphical interface. The project was shared on Hacker News, where it received minimal initial engagement. It targets developers and power users who prefer or require terminal-based workflows. The source code and further details are available through the project's repository on Tangled.

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Crypto & Web3CoinDesk ·

Goldman Sachs CEO supports Clarity Act, breaking ranks with banking peers

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon has voiced support for the crypto market structure legislation known as the Clarity Act. Solomon argued the bill would establish a more predictable and stable regulatory environment for digital assets. His stance puts him at odds with other major banking industry leaders who have raised objections to the bill. The primary concern among opposing bank executives centers on specific provisions governing stablecoins. The division highlights growing disagreement within the financial sector over how crypto regulation should be shaped.

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IndiaTimes of India ·

DRDO Successfully Test-Fires Indigenous Kusha Long-Range Air Defence Missile

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation has conducted the first flight test of the indigenously developed Kusha air defence missile. The system is designed to neutralise a wide range of aerial threats at long range. Kusha is being built on a three-tier architecture capable of engaging targets at varying interception distances. Bharat Electronics Limited is serving as the primary industry partner, handling radar systems integration. The missile programme is set to become a cornerstone of India's future national air defence infrastructure.

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ProgrammingHacker News ·

DARPA and US Air Force Successfully Test AI-Controlled F-16 Fighter Jet

DARPA and the US Air Force have conducted a flight of an F-16 fighter jet operated under artificial intelligence control. The milestone marks a significant step in the development of autonomous military aircraft technology. The program reflects ongoing efforts by US defense agencies to integrate AI into combat aviation systems. Details of the test, including its location and specific parameters, were published on DARPA's official website.

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IndiaTimes of India ·

How the Passenger Pigeon Went from Billions to Extinct by 1914

The passenger pigeon was once the most abundant bird in North America, with populations numbering in the billions. Relentless industrial-scale hunting combined with widespread habitat destruction drove the species to the brink of extinction within decades. The last known passenger pigeon, a female named Martha, died in captivity in 1914, marking the complete disappearance of the species. The bird's rapid extinction shattered the widespread belief that natural resources were inexhaustible. Today, the passenger pigeon's fate continues to serve as a cautionary tale and a key reference point in modern wildlife conservation efforts.

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