Why Flask's Dev Server Can Work as a Desktop App Backend If Done Right

Flask's built-in development server carries a warning against production use, but desktop applications operate under fundamentally different conditions that can make it a viable runtime choice. Unlike public web services, a desktop app's Flask server binds only to the local loopback address (127.0.0.1), meaning it is inaccessible from external networks and serves just one user on the same machine. However, developers must explicitly disable Flask's file-watching reloader, which spawns two processes and can break single-instance checks and port management in packaged apps. Enabling threaded mode (threaded=True) is also essential, since the dev server otherwise handles requests sequentially, which can cause stalls when multiple requests — such as a progress stream and a heartbeat ping — run concurrently. Accidentally binding to 0.0.0.0 instead of 127.0.0.1 would expose the server to any device on the local network, undermining the core safety assumption that makes this approach acceptable.

Babar Azam urges Pakistan to play freely in must-watch Edgbaston Test

Pakistan captain Babar Azam has called on his team to play without pressure ahead of the final Test at Edgbaston. The call comes after Pakistan suffered two heavy defeats in the series. The Pakistan Cricket Board responded with a significant mid-series squad shake-up, releasing seven players and bringing in fresh faces. Babar admitted the overhaul came as a surprise but expressed confidence in the newly added players. He believes the new squad members have the ability to make a meaningful contribution in the closing Test.

Netanyahu heads to UN amid calls for his arrest

Meta Develops AI Agent Capable of Sending Emails and Processing Payments

Meta is developing an AI agent internally codenamed Hatch, which is being publicly referred to as Muse. The agent is designed to access third-party applications to perform tasks such as sending emails and making payments on behalf of users. It forms the core of CEO Mark Zuckerberg's broader vision to deliver what he calls 'personal superintelligence' to users. The tool is intended to serve the billions of people who use Meta's platforms on a daily basis.

How Android's Geofencing API Cuts Battery Drain in Location-Based Apps

A developer building Muffle, a location-aware phone-silencing app, found that manually polling for GPS updates via FusedLocationProviderClient drained battery and was frequently killed by Android's background process management. Switching to Android's Geofencing API shifted location monitoring to Google Play Services, allowing the OS to batch events and use Wi-Fi or cell tower triangulation instead of high-power GPS. A key optimization was setting the setNotificationResponsiveness parameter to a five-minute window, letting the system check location at convenient intervals rather than in real time. However, the developer noted that GPS signal drift inside thick-walled buildings like university libraries caused unreliable geofence triggering, revealing a practical limitation of the approach. The project highlights a broader trade-off in mobile development between location accuracy and battery efficiency when building background location features on Android.

Deepika and Ranveer share family maternity photos featuring daughter Dua

Bollywood couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are expecting their second child and recently shared maternity and family photographs. The photo series also featured their daughter Dua, who drew significant attention from fans. Many followers pointed out a strong physical resemblance between Dua and her father, Ranveer Singh, dubbing her his tiny lookalike. Despite the upcoming arrival, Deepika continues to fulfill her professional commitments. Ranveer is simultaneously focused on an upcoming film project.

UPI-ng the ante: PM Modi wants desi connect with global pay

US bans Canadian dairy, alcohol and motorcycles

Zampa signs two-year Hurricanes deal, flags overseas player pay imbalance in BBL

Australian leg-spinner Adam Zampa has committed to the Hobart Hurricanes by signing a two-year deal in the Big Bash League. Zampa has voiced concerns that overseas players continue to receive more favourable financial terms compared to local Australian cricketers in the competition. The spinner's comments highlight an ongoing debate about pay equity within the BBL's player payment structure. Zampa's signing nonetheless signals his continued commitment to the domestic T20 tournament alongside his international career.

Developer builds VS Code and terminal theme as a study project, shares full process

A developer created 'Underground', a dark theme for VS Code, Kiro IDE, and multiple terminals, as a personal study project. The goal was a subdued dark interface with comfortable contrast and a warm green accent as the primary attention color. Rather than assigning colors arbitrarily, the author first defined the visual purpose each color needed to serve across the entire interface. The theme uses a minimal palette built on dark grays, white with alpha transparency for text hierarchy, and a few accent colors for syntax roles. The project and its source files are publicly available on GitHub.

Amazon sued over treatment of pregnant workers

Putin meeting PM Modi on Friday; energy, defence high on agenda

Browser-Based Drug Interaction Tool Uses WebGPU to Keep Medical Queries Private

A new developer tutorial demonstrates how to build a drug interaction checker that runs entirely within the user's browser, eliminating the need to send sensitive medical data to remote servers. The tool uses WebLLM and WebGPU to execute large language models such as Llama-3 or Mistral locally, leveraging the device's own GPU for processing. Built with React, TypeScript, and Vite, the application streams AI-generated responses in real time while ensuring complete on-device data residency. WebGPU enables low-level browser access to local graphics hardware, making it possible to run models typically requiring expensive server-side infrastructure. The project is framed as a privacy-first approach to medical AI, where no user input ever leaves the device.

US Bans Canadian Alcohol and Dairy Imports as Trade Tensions Escalate

The United States has intensified its trade dispute with Canada by banning imports of certain goods, including alcoholic beverages and dairy products. The move was announced by the White House late on Tuesday. In addition to the import bans, the US also raised tariffs on other Canadian goods. The measures mark a significant escalation in the ongoing trade conflict between the two neighboring countries.

Codex silently begs agents to make arbitrary web requests

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Iran war: US destroys 5 Iranian crude oil tankers

Developer Builds Bird Encyclopedia Website Using Google Gemini and PHP

A developer has created an online encyclopedia dedicated to birds with assistance from Google Gemini AI. The website is built using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP. The project's source code is stored and managed on GitHub. Render is used as the hosting platform to execute the PHP code. The live site is accessible at avesdiversas.onrender.com.

Amputee sprinter Dilip Gavit eyes Asian Games glory after Commonwealth record

Dilip Gavit, a 23-year-old para-athlete from a tribal village in Nashik, lost his right arm in a childhood accident but went on to build a remarkable sporting career. He competed in the 400m before making an unlikely switch to the 100m sprint. His perseverance, guided by a pivotal coach, helped him reach the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, where he set a record. Gavit now has his sights set on the Asian Games as his next major milestone.

QNu Labs raises Rs 200 crore in funding