Tech News Digest – May 19, 2025

📢 Beats a hard kick in the face

Kernel prepatch 6.15-rc7

Category: Linux
Tags: Linux
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 06:03:34 +0000
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The Linux kernel prepatch 6.15-rc7 has been released for testing. According to the developer, the patch looks solid and unless unexpected issues arise, it will be followed by the final 6.15 release next weekend.
The 6.15-rc7 kernel prepatch is out for testing. "So while I wish we hadn't had some of the excitement of last week, on the whole it all still looks pretty solid, and unless something strange happens I'll do the final 6.15 release next weekend."
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Five more stable kernels

Category: Linux
Tags: Linux
Published: Sun, 18 May 2025 08:26:38 +0000
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The Linux kernel has released five stable updates: 6.14.7, 6.12.29, 6.6.91, 6.1.139, and 5.15.183. Each update contains important fixes that improve the stability and security of the Linux kernel.
The 6.14.7, 6.12.29, 6.6.91, 6.1.139, and 5.15.183 stable kernel updates have been released; each contains another set of important fixes.
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[$] A kernel developer plays with Home Assistant: case studies

Category: Linux
Tags: Linux
Published: Fri, 16 May 2025 13:29:04 +0000
TL;DR: Here is a summary of the text in 2 sentences:

The previous article introduced Home Assistant and its capabilities, but didn't delve into specific uses or applications. This final article will showcase how Home Assistant was used to solve real-world problems, highlighting its practical value and benefits.
The first article in this series provided an overview of Home Assistant, its community, and its capabilities. It was deliberately short on descriptions of interesting things that can be done with Home Assistant, though — the reasons why one might actually want to use this program. In this closing article, we'll look at how Home Assistant was used to solve some real problems.
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An Asahi Linux 6.15 progress report

Category: Linux
Tags: Linux
Published: Fri, 16 May 2025 13:26:27 +0000
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The Asahi Linux project has published a progress report ahead of the release of the 6.15 kernel, which supports Linux on Apple Silicon Macs. The project has achieved a major milestone with the merging of its graphics driver userspace API into the Linux kernel, allowing for OpenGL, OpenCL, and Vulkan support for Apple Silicon in upstream Mesa.

The Asahi Linux project, which supports Linux on Apple Silicon Macs, has published a progress report ahead of the 6.15 kernel's release.

We are pleased to announce that our graphics driver userspace API (uAPI) has been merged into the Linux kernel. This major milestone allows us to finally enable OpenGL, OpenCL and Vulkan support for Apple Silicon in upstream Mesa. This is the only time a graphics driver's uAPI has been merged into the kernel independent of the driver itself, which was kindly allowed by the kernel graphics subsystem (DRM) maintainers to facilitate upstream Mesa enablement while the required Rust abstractions make their way upstream. We are grateful for this one-off exception, made possible with close collaboration with the kernel community.

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Security updates for Friday

Category: Linux
Tags: Linux, Red Hat
Published: Fri, 16 May 2025 13:10:27 +0000
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Various Linux distributions have released security updates to address vulnerabilities, including AlmaLinux (.NET, kernel, and more), Debian (chromium), Red Hat (compat-openssl11, kernel, and thunderbird), and SUSE (nbdkit, open-vm-tools, and rustup). The updates aim to patch known security issues and keep users' systems safe from potential threats.
Security updates have been issued by AlmaLinux (.NET 8.0, .NET 9.0, kernel, kernel-rt, redis:6, and yelp and yelp-xsl), Debian (chromium), Red Hat (compat-openssl11, kernel, and thunderbird), and SUSE (nbdkit, open-vm-tools, and rustup).
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Final Bookworm-Based Raspberry Pi OS Released Ahead of Debian Trixie

Category: Linux Today
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 14:40:58 +0000
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The final release of the Bookworm-based Raspberry Pi OS was launched ahead of Debian Trixie, featuring new features and enhancements. This release was announced on Linux Today, with a link to the original post for more information.

Discover the final release of the Bookworm-based Raspberry Pi OS, launched just before Debian Trixie. Explore new features and enhancements today!

The post Final Bookworm-Based Raspberry Pi OS Released Ahead of Debian Trixie appeared first on Linux Today.

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Ubuntu 25.10 Will Default to Rust-Powered sudo-rs

Category: Linux Today
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 14:37:29 +0000
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Ubuntu 25.10 will default to using sudo-rs, which is powered by the Rust programming language, improving system security and efficiency. This change aims to enhance the overall performance and security of Ubuntu systems.

Learn about Ubuntu 25.10's shift to Rust-powered sudo-rs, improving system security and efficiency. Stay updated on this exciting development!

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Slimbook Launches Kymera Black Linux Desktop Computer for Gamers and Creators

Category: Linux Today
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 14:34:56 +0000
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The Kymera Black Linux Desktop, designed by Slimbook, is a powerful computer system tailored for gamers and creators. It offers a sleek design and robust performance for users to work on their projects with ease.

Discover the Kymera Black Linux Desktop by Slimbook, designed for gamers and creators. Experience powerful performance and sleek design for your projects.

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Clonezilla Live 3.2.1-28 Is Out Based on Ubuntu 25.04 and Linux Kernel 6.14

Category: Linux Today
Tags: Linux
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 14:29:49 +0000
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Clonezilla Live 3.2.1-28 has been released, based on Ubuntu 25.04 and Linux Kernel 6.14. The new version offers enhanced features for efficient disk cloning.

Discover Clonezilla Live 3.2.1-28, now based on Ubuntu 25.04 and Linux Kernel 6.14. Explore new features and enhancements for efficient disk cloning.

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Ubuntu 25.10 (Questing Quokka) Daily Build ISOs Are Now Available for Download

Category: Linux Today
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 14:24:49 +0000
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The Ubuntu 25.10 (Questing Quokka) daily build ISOs are now available for download, offering the latest enhancements and updates to Ubuntu technology. This release is perfect for those who want to stay ahead of the curve with the newest developments in Ubuntu.

Download the Ubuntu 25.10 (Questing Quokka) Daily Build ISOs and explore the newest enhancements. Stay ahead with the latest in Ubuntu technology!

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The Sonos Move 2 is cheaper than ever, just in time for summer

Category: The Verge
Tags: General
Published: 2025-05-19T10:24:42-04:00
TL;DR: The Sonos Move 2 wireless speaker is currently on sale at Amazon and Best Buy for $336, down from its original price of $449, making it a more affordable option. With its built-in battery capable of up to 24 hours of continuous playback, the speaker offers a great balance of portability and sound quality.
The portable and capable Sonos Move 2 wireless speaker just hit its lowest price yet at Amazon and Best Buy, costing $336 (was $449) for each of its three available colors. It’s still pricey, but now it’s a better deal. Its built-in battery can last up to 24 hours of continuous playback, and, like the […]
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Sesame Street’s next season will stream on Netflix

Category: The Verge
Tags: General
Published: 2025-05-19T09:53:22-04:00
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Netflix has announced that season 56 of Sesame Street will be available on its platform later this year. While the new season won't be fully exclusive to Netflix, it will have exclusive worldwide premiere rights and episodes will be available day-and-date on both Netflix and other platforms.
Sunny days are on their way to Netflix. The streamer just announced that the next season of Sesame Street will be available on Netflix “later this year.” Season 56 of the show won’t be fully exclusive to Netflix, as the company says that it “has exclusive worldwide premiere rights and episodes will be available day-and-date […]
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Google I/O 2025: how to watch and what to expect

Category: The Verge
Tags: General
Published: 2025-05-19T09:00:00-04:00
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Google's annual I/O developer conference is approaching, with the opening keynote expected to focus on AI-related announcements. However, there won't be any major Android OS updates, as Google already made those announcements last week.
Google’s annual I/O developer conference is almost here, and all eyes will be on the company’s opening keynote. But for the first time in years, we know there’s little reason to hope for major Android OS announcements, since Google already did that last week. Instead, we’re expecting I/O’s keynote to be (almost) all about AI, […]
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How to watch Microsoft’s Build 2025 conference

Category: The Verge
Tags: General
Published: 2025-05-19T07:45:46-04:00
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Microsoft's annual developer conference, Build, kicks off in Seattle, Washington, where the company will announce its latest platform changes and AI advancements. The event coincides with Google's I/O developer event in California, setting the stage for a showdown between the two tech giants as they highlight their respective innovations to developers.
Microsoft’s annual developer conference kicks off today in Seattle, Washington, during the same week Google hosts its own I/O developer event in Mountain View, California. Build will be focused on Microsoft’s latest platform changes for developers, including new AI announcements that are bound to go head-to-head with Google’s own news. Microsoft is streaming Build online […]
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Apple is trying to get ‘LLM Siri’ back on track

Category: The Verge
Tags: General
Published: 2025-05-18T19:06:37-04:00
TL;DR: Apple Intelligence, which debuted last year, has been struggling with various issues, and a new report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reveals the reasons behind its woes. To turn things around, Apple is focusing on rebuilding Siri from scratch, with much of its effort centered on improving the virtual assistant to better compete in the market.
Apple Intelligence has been a wreck since its first features rolled out last year, and a big new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman details why — and how Apple is trying to piece things back together. And much of its effort hinges on rebuilding Siri from the ground up. Gurman has reported in the past […]
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Experts alarmed over Trump’s promotion of deep-sea mining in international waters

Category: Ars Technica
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 15:09:34 +0000
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Critics are calling for a moratorium on the industry until more scientific data can be collected to support its practices or products. This pause would allow for further research and evaluation before proceeding, ensuring that the industry operates safely and responsibly.
Critics call for an industry moratorium until more scientific data can be obtained.
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HBO’s The Last of Us S2E6 recap: Look who’s back!

Category: Ars Technica
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 02:00:46 +0000
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The game's most memorable and impactful moments are being adapted into an HBO production. This adaptation will bring these pivotal scenes to life on screen, likely offering a new way for fans to experience and engage with the story.
Some of the most impactful scenes from the game get the HBO treatment.
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Do these Buddhist gods hint at the purpose of China’s super-secret satellites?

Category: Ars Technica
Tags: General
Published: Sat, 17 May 2025 17:00:29 +0000
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China's spaceflight patch designs were often unoriginal until recent times. The country has made efforts to improve the creativity and uniqueness of its spaceflight patches.
Until recently, China's entries in the realm of spaceflight patches often lacked originality.
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Sierra made the games of my childhood. Are they still fun to play?

Category: Ars Technica
Tags: General
Published: Sat, 17 May 2025 11:00:08 +0000
TL;DR: I'd be happy to! However, I don't see any text to summarize. It appears you just provided a phrase asking someone to get ready for nostalgia, but there is no additional information to summarize. If you could provide more context or details, I'd be happy to help!
Get ready for some nostalgia.
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RFK Jr’s plan to ban fluoride supplements will “hurt rural America,” dentists say

Category: Ars Technica
Tags: General
Published: Fri, 16 May 2025 21:55:55 +0000
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In regions where tap water is not fluoridated, dietary supplements are the primary means of obtaining sufficient fluoride intake. These supplements provide a reliable source of fluoride for individuals who may be at risk of tooth decay or other oral health issues without access to fluoridated drinking water.
In areas without fluoridated water, supplements are the only way to get adequate doses.
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21 Best MagSafe Accessories (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Category: Wired
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 14:00:00 +0000
TL;DR: The article highlights the exciting and versatile world of MagSafe accessories that allow you to customize and enhance your smartphone experience, making it feel more modular. It showcases the author's favorite MagSafe accessories for achieving this level of flexibility and personalization.
The weird, wonderful world of MagSafe accessories can make your smartphone feel modular. These are our favorites.
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12 Ways to Upgrade Your Wi-Fi and Make Your Internet Faster (2025)

Category: Wired
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000
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There are various things you can do to boost your internet experience at home, such as adjusting settings like Wi-Fi channels. Additionally, simple physical actions like routing an Ethernet cable can also make a positive impact on your online connectivity.
From changing Wi-Fi channels to routing an Ethernet cable, there’s always something you can do to improve your internet at home.
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Best Wireless Headphones (2025): Tested Over Many Hours

Category: Wired
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 12:33:00 +0000
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WIRED has tested various headphones for different purposes, including workouts and gaming. The recommended picks offer excellent sound quality that rivals the best options available.
Whether you need workout earbuds or gaming over-ears, these WIRED-tested picks sound like a million bucks.
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The 6 Best Bamboo Sheets for Silky-Soft Sleep (2025)

Category: Wired
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 11:31:00 +0000
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Bamboo sheets offer incredibly soft textures that can elevate your bedding experience. If you're looking for a softer sheet option, bamboo sheets are definitely worth considering!
Looking for softer sheets? Bamboo sheets are here to help, bringing some of the softest texture you'll find in bed sheets.
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Who Even Is a Criminal Now?

Category: Wired
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000
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The article questions whether it's possible to preserve the "rogue" or rebellious spirit of innovation and disruption on the internet, which has been destructive in its current form. It suggests that this spirit, while admirable, has been misused and needs to be reined in to avoid further harm to the online world.
WIRED loves a rogue. Except rogues ruined the internet. Is there any salvaging the rebellious spirit without destroying everything?
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Kernel prepatch 6.15-rc7

Category: LWN.net
Tags: Linux
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 06:03:34 +0000
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The 6.15-rc7 kernel prepatch has been released for testing purposes. The developer expects the patch to be solid, and unless any unexpected issues arise, plans to make the final 6.15 release next weekend.
The 6.15-rc7 kernel prepatch is out for testing. "So while I wish we hadn't had some of the excitement of last week, on the whole it all still looks pretty solid, and unless something strange happens I'll do the final 6.15 release next weekend."
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Five more stable kernels

Category: LWN.net
Tags: Linux
Published: Sun, 18 May 2025 08:26:38 +0000
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The Linux kernel has released five stable updates: 6.14.7, 6.12.29, 6.6.91, 6.1.139, and 5.15.183. Each update includes important fixes, making them stable versions of the Linux kernel.
The 6.14.7, 6.12.29, 6.6.91, 6.1.139, and 5.15.183 stable kernel updates have been released; each contains another set of important fixes.
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[$] A kernel developer plays with Home Assistant: case studies

Category: LWN.net
Tags: Linux
Published: Fri, 16 May 2025 13:29:04 +0000
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The first article in this series provided an overview of Home Assistant and its capabilities, but didn't delve into specific uses for the program. This second article will focus on how Home Assistant was used to solve real-world problems, showcasing its practical applications.
The first article in this series provided an overview of Home Assistant, its community, and its capabilities. It was deliberately short on descriptions of interesting things that can be done with Home Assistant, though — the reasons why one might actually want to use this program. In this closing article, we'll look at how Home Assistant was used to solve some real problems.
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An Asahi Linux 6.15 progress report

Category: LWN.net
Tags: Linux
Published: Fri, 16 May 2025 13:26:27 +0000
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The Asahi Linux project has published a progress report ahead of the release of Linux kernel version 6.15, which includes a major milestone in enabling graphics support for Apple Silicon Macs. Specifically, the project's graphics driver userspace API (uAPI) has been merged into the Linux kernel, allowing for OpenGL, OpenCL, and Vulkan support on Apple Silicon devices.

The Asahi Linux project, which supports Linux on Apple Silicon Macs, has published a progress report ahead of the 6.15 kernel's release.

We are pleased to announce that our graphics driver userspace API (uAPI) has been merged into the Linux kernel. This major milestone allows us to finally enable OpenGL, OpenCL and Vulkan support for Apple Silicon in upstream Mesa. This is the only time a graphics driver's uAPI has been merged into the kernel independent of the driver itself, which was kindly allowed by the kernel graphics subsystem (DRM) maintainers to facilitate upstream Mesa enablement while the required Rust abstractions make their way upstream. We are grateful for this one-off exception, made possible with close collaboration with the kernel community.

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Security updates for Friday

Category: LWN.net
Tags: Linux, Red Hat
Published: Fri, 16 May 2025 13:10:27 +0000
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Various Linux distributions have issued security updates, including AlmaLinux, Debian, Red Hat, and SUSE. The updates patch vulnerabilities in various packages such as .NET, kernel, chromium, thunderbird, redis, and more.
Security updates have been issued by AlmaLinux (.NET 8.0, .NET 9.0, kernel, kernel-rt, redis:6, and yelp and yelp-xsl), Debian (chromium), Red Hat (compat-openssl11, kernel, and thunderbird), and SUSE (nbdkit, open-vm-tools, and rustup).
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Vivaldi 7.4 Update Adds New Keyboard Shortcut Controls

Category: OMG! Ubuntu!
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 19 May 2025 12:49:01 +0000
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Vivaldi has released version 7.4 of its web browser, which aims to make everyday browsing "smoother, faster, and just a little more delightful" through new keyboard shortcut controls. With Vivaldi 7.4, users can fine-tune how shortcuts behave on a per-site basis, allowing them to prioritize website-specific shortcuts over browser defaults.

A new version of the Vivaldi web browser is available to download, carrying changes said to make our collective “everyday browsing smoother, faster, and just a little more delightful.” How does Vivaldi 7.4 make browsing the increasingly gamified, algorithmically manipulative and Ai slopified modern web more ‘delightful’? Shortcuts. More specifically, Vivaldi 7.4 gives you the ability to “fine-tune” how shortcuts behave on a per-site basis. If you want a website’s shortcuts to take priority over Vivaldi’s, you can. “It’s about putting you in control, making sure your shortcuts work where and when you need them most”, says Jon von Tetzchner, […]

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elementary OS Preview Cool Upcoming Features

Category: OMG! Ubuntu!
Tags: General
Published: Fri, 16 May 2025 15:15:57 +0000
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Elementary OS recently released several smaller features as software updates, including improvements to the Files app and other minor changes. The project founder also gave an early look at an exciting new app that will be coming soon, but more details have not been revealed yet.

The elementary OS 8.0.1 release back in March brought an appreciable set of improvements with it, including a much-improved Files app, but as ever in development: the work never stops! Project founder, Danielle Foré, recently recapped a few smaller features that have been issued to users of the Ubuntu-based Linux distribution as software updates, including: If you run elementary OS 8.x, install your updates and eat your greens, you should be benefitting from the changes listed above (if you don’t have them, go update to get ’em). But Danielle also gave us an early-look at an exciting new app and […]

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Ubuntu is Replacing its Image Viewer and Terminal Apps

Category: OMG! Ubuntu!
Tags: General
Published: Fri, 16 May 2025 01:55:06 +0000
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Ubuntu 25.10, codenamed "Questing Quokka", will feature Loupe and Ptyxis as the default image viewer and terminal apps in its upcoming October release. This change replaces Ubuntu's current image viewer and terminal apps with new ones, according to OMG! Ubuntu.

Ubuntu 25.10 'Questing Quokka' will ship Loupe and Ptyxis as default image viewer and terminal apps in the upcoming October release.

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Firefox Now Lets You Add Custom Images to New Tab Page

Category: OMG! Ubuntu!
Tags: General
Published: Thu, 15 May 2025 22:41:51 +0000
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Mozilla has added new customization options to the Firefox New Tab page, including the ability to upload and set your own custom background image. This feature is available in the latest stable release of Firefox, version 138, and allows users to personalize their new tab page with images that suit their tastes.

A number of new personalisation features have been added to the Firefox New Tab page in the past year, including the ability to pick a background image from a small set of hand-picked pics and solid colours. Pleasant though those curated images are, they’re not to everyone’s tastes. This is why Mozilla’s engineers have been beavering away on a few enhancements to provide greater customisation — you can “test” them in the latest stable release, which is Firefox 138 at the time I write this. The big change is that you can now “upload your own image” to use as […]

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Canonical Donating $120,000 to Open Source Projects This Year

Category: OMG! Ubuntu!
Tags: General
Published: Wed, 14 May 2025 01:54:40 +0000
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Canonical has committed to donating $120,000 to open source developers who are building projects and tools that support the Ubuntu ecosystem. This donation aims to support the community of developers who contribute to the Ubuntu ecosystem.

Canonical commits to donating $120k to the open source developers building the projects and tools that help power the Ubuntu ecosystem.

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Automatically Format Code On File Save in Visual Studio Code

Category: It's FOSS
Tags: General
Published: Sun, 18 May 2025 05:23:03 GMT
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By setting up auto-formatting when saving files in VS Code, you can save time and reduce effort. This will also ensure that your code has a clean and organized appearance.
Save time and effort by setting up auto format when you save files in VS Code. Let the code have good vibe.
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Play With Words in Linux Terminal With This Bookworm Inspired Game

Category: It's FOSS
Tags: General
Published: Fri, 16 May 2025 14:25:21 GMT
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Sausage is a game that offers similar fun to the classic Bookworm game, allowing you to play a word-based puzzle game from within the terminal.
Remember the classic Bookworm game? You can have similar fun in the terminal with Sausage.
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FOSS Weekly #25.20: KDE Widgets, Deepin Security Issues, New GNOME Player and More Linux Stuff

Category: It's FOSS
Tags: General
Published: Thu, 15 May 2025 04:47:12 GMT
TL;DR: Here is a summary of the statement "OpenSUSE is not happy with Deepin desktop team" in 2 sentences:

OpenSUSE, an open-source operating system, has expressed dissatisfaction with the Deepin desktop team. The exact nature of the disagreement is unclear, but it suggests some kind of issue or conflict between the two teams involved.
openSUSE is not happy with Deepin desktop team.
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Handling Indentation in VS Code

Category: It's FOSS
Tags: General
Published: Wed, 14 May 2025 03:14:27 GMT
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VS Code allows users to customize their indentation settings, with options to apply them globally, on a per-project basis, or specifically for individual programming languages. This flexibility enables developers to tailor their coding experience to their personal preferences and work style.
VS Code lets you control indentation your way, whether you want to set it globally, per project, or even per language basis.
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How I Turned My Old Hi-Fi Speakers into Bluetooth Ones with Raspberry Pi

Category: It's FOSS
Tags: General
Published: Sat, 10 May 2025 06:49:14 GMT
TL;DR: The author's curiosity led them to upgrade their old speakers with Bluetooth capabilities, allowing them to stream music from services like Spotify wirelessly. This desire for innovation was driven by a sense of curiosity rather than a focus on sustainability or environmental concerns.
Curiosity, more than sustainability, drove me to add Bluetooth features to my old speakers and thus play Spotify and other players wirelessly through it.
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Render a Guitar Pro Score in Real Time

Category: Fedora Magazine
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 12 May 2025 08:00:21 +0000
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We will use Tuxguitar to convert Guitar Pro scores into audio files, which can contain transcriptions of complete band scores including guitars, bass, drums, synths, and more. Tuxguitar is a powerful application that combines Java and C programming languages to render scores in real-time.
We will use Tuxguitar to render the audio of a Guitar Pro score [5]. Guitar Pro scores are files with a complete band score transcribed (guitars, bass, drums, synths and more). Introduction Tuxguitar is a quite powerful application written in a mixture of Java / C. It is able to render a score in real […]
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Nominate Your Fedora Heroes: Mentor and Contributor Recognition 2025

Category: Fedora Magazine
Tags: General
Published: Wed, 07 May 2025 23:41:42 +0000
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The Fedora Project relies on dedicated and hardworking contributors who go above and beyond to maintain its success, from reviewing code to onboarding new members. The project's reliance on these "quiet champions" was recognized at the Fedora Mentor Summit, where efforts were made to [continue with unknown plans].
The Fedora Project is built on the dedication, mentorship, and relentless efforts of contributors who continuously go above and beyond. From reviewing pull requests to onboarding new community members, from writing documentation to organizing events — it’s these quiet champions who make Fedora thrive. As a part of the Fedora Mentor Summit , we would […]
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Start Planning Fedora 43 Test Days!

Category: Fedora Magazine
Tags: General
Published: Wed, 07 May 2025 08:00:00 +0000
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The Fedora project relies on many contributors to create each release, and one way to get involved is by participating in Test Days. As Fedora 43 development begins, it's time to start planning and proposing Test Days, which are described in this article.
Each Fedora release is only possible thanks to the dedication of many contributors. One of the most important ways you can get involved is by participating in Test Days! This article describes the steps in proposing and scheduling test days. As Fedora 43 development moves ahead, it’s time to start planning and proposing Test Days. […]
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Building your own Atomic (bootc) Desktop

Category: Fedora Magazine
Tags: General
Published: Mon, 05 May 2025 08:00:00 +0000
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Bootc and associated tools provide the foundation for creating a personalized desktop, and this article will guide you through the process of building your own custom installation. However, please note that using a custom installation may be more challenging to support than mainstream solutions, as it's considered "at your own risk".
Bootc and associated tools provide the basis for building a personalised desktop. This article will describe the process to build your own custom installation. Disclaimer Building and using a custom installation is “at your own risk”. Your installation may be harder to find support for when compared with a mainstream solution. Motivation There has been […]
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Enabling system-wide DNS over TLS

Category: Fedora Magazine
Tags: General
Published: Fri, 25 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +0000
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This article provides guidance on setting up and enforcing DNS over TLS (DoT) on your system at runtime and during boot time, with support available in Fedora 42. It also covers how to set up encrypted DNS for system installation using Fedora Rawhide (Fedora 43), allowing you to try it out currently.
This article will guide you to enforcing DoT (DNS over TLS) on your running system and at boot time. Support is avaliable in Fedora 42. It will also guide you to set up encrypted DNS for system installation, if you want to try it with current Fedora Rawhide (Fedora 43). Background Traditionally, DNS queries are […]
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