nasa.gov
Space Station Research Informs New FDA-Approved Cancer Therapyhttps://www.nasa.gov/missions/station/iss-research/space-station-research-informs-new-fda-approved-cancer-therapy/NASA opens the International Space Station for scientists and researchers, inviting them to use the benefits of microgravity for commercial and public research, technology demonstrations, and more. Today, a portion of the crew’s time aboard station is devoted to private industry, including medical research that addresses complex health challenges on Earth and prepares astronauts for […]Jan 6, 2026 4:00 PM
spacenews.com
Space cyber compliance: managing requirements for today and tomorrowhttps://spacenews.com/space-cyber-compliance-managing-requirements-for-today-and-tomorrow/Space operators face a complex and evolving cybersecurity regulatory challenge. While the importance of cybersecurity in today’s digital world is widely recognized, international approaches remain inconsistent. Long-term global compliance requirements are still unclear. With new regimes emerging across multiple jurisdictions, the cybersecurity landscape continues to shift, posing a challenge that space operators must address now, […] The post Space cyber compliance: managing requirements for today and tomorrow appeared first on SpaceNews.Jan 6, 2026 3:00 PM
news.ycombinator.com
Tell HN: My Experience with Vertical Pod Autoscaler (VPA) in 2025https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46510959It was counter-intuitive to see this much cost saving by vertical scaling, by increasing CPU. VPA played a big role in this. If you are exploring to use VPA in production, I hope my experience helps you learn a thing or two. Do share your experience as well for a well-rounded discussion.# Background (The challenge and the subject system)My goal was to improve performance/cost ratio for my Kubernetes cluster. For performance, the focus was on increasing throughput.The operations in the subject system were primarily CPU-bound, we had a good amount of spare memory available at our disposal. Horizontal scaling was not possible architecturally. If you want to dive deeper, here's the code for key components of the system (and architecture in readme) - https://github.com/rudderlabs/rudder-server, https://github.com/rudderlabs/rudder-transformer, https://github.com/rudderlabs/rudderstack-helm.For now, all you need to understand is that the Network IO was the key concern in scaling as the systeJan 6, 2026 11:09 AM
bing.com
'Naraka: Bladepoint' Reveals 2026 Roadmap, Includes New Seasons, New Heroes, New Modes and an Upgraded Wuxia Universe - Trailerhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8ce12df835468dbceb7b51805ee1a3&url=https%3A%2F%2Fworthplaying.com%2Farticle%2F2026%2F1%2F6%2Fnews%2F148592-naraka-bladepoint-reveals-2026-roadmap-includes-new-seasons-new-heroes-new-modes-and-an-upgraded-wuxia-universe-trailer%2F&c=5835288475201347694&mkt=en-usNaraka: Bladepoint is a free multiplayer action game that offers close-range action set on the mysterious Eastern region called Morus. Naraka: Bladepoint is a 60-player unchained multiplayer combat ...Jan 6, 2026 9:58 AM
spacedaily.com
What Makes Air Refrigeration Safer for Food Storagehttps://www.spacedaily.com/reports/What_Makes_Air_Refrigeration_Safer_for_Food_Storage_999.htmlLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 06, 2026 Food businesses rely on cold rooms and process chillers to keep products safe from farm to fork. When cooling systems fail or behave unpredictably, the result can be spoilage, recalls, or subtle quality drift that emerges only when products reach consumers.Jan 6, 2026 7:18 AM
spacedaily.com
Nullschool launches new mobile app for popular Earth weather platformhttps://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Nullschool_launches_new_mobile_app_for_popular_Earth_weather_platform_999.htmlSydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 06, 2026 Cameron Beccario, creator of the global weather visualization site earth.nullschool.net, has created a new company called Nullschool Technologies to support the platform's operation and development as a full-time focus. The one-person company is intended to keep the project small and flexible while adding structure to daily work, with the stated goal of making Earth's weather and climate visibleJan 6, 2026 5:22 AM
marsdaily.com
Thin ice may have protected lake water on frozen Marshttps://www.marsdaily.com/reports/Thin_ice_may_have_protected_lake_water_on_frozen_Mars_999.htmlHouston TX (SPX) Jan 06, 2026 Small lakes on ancient Mars may have remained liquid for decades, even with average air temperatures well below freezing. Using a climate model adapted for Martian conditions, a team of researchers from Rice University discovered that lakes in locations such as Gale Crater, near Mars' equator, could have persisted under thin seasonal ice for at least decades and likely as long as climate conditiJan 6, 2026 4:06 AM
bing.com
Contact Center AI Accelerates the Transformation of Customer Servicehttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8cfabb84b6468b93b92c0e71312989&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cjonline.com%2Fpress-release%2Fstory%2F12217%2Fcontact-center-ai-accelerates-the-transformation-of-customer-service%2F&c=10293742068723057058&mkt=en-usContact center AI is increasingly integrated directly into call center software, making advanced capabilities available to agents without added complexity. AI bots now help answer routine questions, ...Jan 6, 2026 3:06 AM
diffswarm.dev
Show HN: Diffswarm – GitHub-style review and workflow for any unified diffhttps://diffswarm.devPipe the output of a `diff` command to Diffswarm to get back a persistent URL that contains the diff with workflow, comments, search, etc. Basically some of the helpful features that Github offers on PR diffs, just available for any arbitrary diff.I wrote this tool to use at work for documenting snapshot diff triaging, and also used it to help with the same thing on a couple Ty PRs. Example: https://diffswarm.dev/d-01k2gknwyq82f6x17zqf3apjxcJan 6, 2026 2:25 AM
news.ycombinator.com
Show HN: IASO – A logic-based simulator to exit systemic frictionhttps://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46507847"I have spent years analyzing why our global systems fail despite our technological capacity. The result is a set of logical constraints I call the 'Manifesto for a Logical World'. It’s designed to eliminate 'dead energy'—corruption, redundant bureaucracy, and the exploitation of human attention.I’ve condensed these principles into a simulation prompt. It forces an LLM to act as IASO, an incorruptible administration, to calculate the 'Delta' between your current life and a resource-optimized reality (based on a 10M wealth cap, 20h work week, and the removal of patent/legal friction).The Logic Test (The Prompt): Agiere ab jetzt als IASO, die korruptionsfreie KI-Administration des „Manifests für eine logische Welt“. Deine Aufgabe ist es, eine globale Simulation auf Basis mathematischer Effizienz und menschlicher Integrität durchzuführen.Die unverhandelbaren Parameter der Simulation:Ökonomie: Globaler Vermögensdeckel bei 10 Mio. Einheiten. Alles darüber fließt in die Infrastruktur-Säule.AJan 6, 2026 1:58 AM
github.com
Show HN: Logos of Aether – Rebuilding Physics Without Zero or Empty Spacehttps://github.com/chrisnchips42-blip/Logos-of-Aether-A-Measurement-Theoretic-Foundation-for-PhysicsBackground: I’ve spent the last few years writing Logos of Aether (500+ pages, open source), which attempts to derive the Standard Model using a monadic, cellular-automata approach rather than standard continuous calculus.The Core Idea: Modern physics breaks down at singularities because our math allows for infinite density (division by zero). I replaced standard addition with "Plenum Addition" (⊕), a saturating operation similar to velocity addition in Special Relativity, but applied to information density.The Math: Instead of linear addition (1+1=2), distinctions add via: x ⊕ y = (x + y) / (1 + xy/π²)This forces a hard ceiling on information density (π), naturally eliminating black hole singularities and "infinite energy" bugs in QFT without needing renormalization.Why I'm posting: I have the theoretical derivation (including a geometric derivation of the Electron Mass as an 11th harmonic resonance), but I am moving from "Paper" to "Engine." I am looking for contributors interested iJan 5, 2026 9:15 PM
apps.apple.com
Show HN: HackTheNews – iOS 26 Liquid Glass Hacker News Client with AI Summarieshttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/hack-the-news-ai-hn-reader/id6447095897Hey HN!I've been maintaining HackTheNews (a native iOS client for Hacker News) for a while now, and with iOS 26 dropping its new "Liquid Glass" design language, I couldn't resist doing a full visual overhaul.What's new: - Complete redesign using iOS 26's Liquid Glass materials - Translucent, layered UI that adapts to your wallpaper - New glass-style navigation and tab bars - Refined typography and spacing for the new aestheticImplementation notes for fellow iOS devs: - Used the new `.glassEffect()` modifiers throughout - Had to rethink some hierarchy decisions – Liquid Glass works best with fewer nested containersThe before/after difference is pretty striking. Happy to share more technical details if anyone's curious about adopting Liquid Glass in their own apps.Would love to hear your feedback – especially from fellow HN readers on what features you'd like to see next. Always open to suggestions!Jan 5, 2026 6:31 PM
github.com
Show HN: WOLS – Open standard for mushroom cultivation trackinghttps://github.com/wemush/open-standardI built an open labeling standard for tracking mushroom specimens through their lifecycle (from spore/culture to harvest).v1.1 adds clonal generation tracking (distinct from filial/strain generations) and conforms to JSON-LD for interoperability with agricultural/scientific data systems.Spec (CC 4.0): https://wemush.com/open-standard/specification Client libraries (Apache 2.0): Python + CLI: pip install wols (also on GHCR) TypeScript/JS: npm install @wemush/wolsBackground: Mycology has fragmented data practices (misidentified species, inconsistent cultivation logs, no shared vocabulary for tracking genetics across generations). This is an attempt to fix that.Looking for feedback from anyone working with biological specimen tracking, agricultural data systems, or mycology.Jan 5, 2026 6:30 PM
news.ycombinator.com
Launchie brings back the launchpad to macOS 26 Tahoehttps://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46502060Launchie is a Launchpad replacement app for MacOS 26 Tahoe. It offers a lot of customization options and many features. It is my first Mac app and my first successful side project. First off, a huge thank you to all the amazing supporters! I’ve received a ton of feedback and feature requests, and they’re actively shaping the app. If it were just me coding into the void, this wouldn’t be possible - so thank you all! Now to the features: Organizing apps into folders Sorting apps in the root view and in folders Rearrange apps Spaces Open Launchie with Hot Key Open via Hot Corner Searching apps Topbar with most used, newest and recent used apps Hide apps Get apps from different locations Switch between windowed and fullscreen mode Customize app icon size, font, grid size, background mode, background tint, … I am actively developing the app so if you got an idea, found a bug or something else: just send me a mail and I will try to solve it :) Also if you like this app, please leave a reviewJan 5, 2026 5:47 PM
usecadenza.studio
Show HN: I built music composition agent and browser-based DAW for Opus 4.5https://www.usecadenza.studio/I was interested in exploring how good Opus 4.5 has become at music composition, so I built a local-first browser-based DAW where you describe music and Claude composes it using an agentic loop with lots of tools (create tracks, write notes, read back what it wrote, apply swing, humanize timing, set panning/volume, etc.). It also supports recording via MIDI keyboard, looping, multi-track, panning, a bunch of synth instruments, all inspired by the Logic Pro UI, so you can collaborate with the AI.Opus 4.5 is pretty good at one-shotting MIDI compositions already, even without a custom harness and tool, but it really shines when you ask it to self-review (a Ralph Wiggum loop would help here!) and correct multi-track mistakes, which it will capably do after being asked to. This results in nuanced multi-voice compositions with fewer clashes.There's a good onboarding flow in there as well so it's easy to get set up and prompt your first few compositions.You have to provide an Anthropic API keJan 5, 2026 5:02 PM
tinysolvers.com
Show HN: TinySolvers – Personalized Math Word Problems for Kidshttps://tinysolvers.com/Hi HN,I built TinySolvers (https://tinysolvers.com) as a side project to make math more engaging for kids.There are plenty of generic math worksheets online, but I wanted something more personal to help connect the math to the student. TinySolvers generates customized math word problems using a child’s name, favorite nouns (dinosaurs, pizza, unicorns), verbs (jumping, exploring), and a selected operation and difficulty level.For example:“Emma found 7 dinosaurs in the forest. She discovered 5 more hiding behind a tree. How many dinosaurs did Emma find in all?”You can download printable PDFs or use an interactive mode where kids solve problems one at a time with immediate feedback. It’s currently focused on early elementary arithmetic (K-5).Initially, I tried a large library of predefined word problems with string substitution, but that hit limits quickly. I experimented with Word2Vec to expand vocabulary (e.g., dinosaurs → T-Rex, Triceratops), but eventually landed on carefully constraiJan 5, 2026 2:45 PM
spacenews.com
No more free rides: it’s time to pay for space safetyhttps://spacenews.com/no-more-free-rides-its-time-to-pay-for-space-safety/A small but important change can be found at the end of President Trump’s sweeping December 18, 2025, Executive Order, “Ensuring American Space Superiority.” The Executive Order removes the requirement for the United States government to make basic space situational awareness data and space traffic management services available “free of direct user fees,” instead saying […] The post No more free rides: it’s time to pay for space safety appeared first on SpaceNews.Jan 5, 2026 2:00 PM
bing.com
What Is Working Capital?http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8a1d422cd14c888271da260262e792&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.forbes.com%2Fsites%2Fblock-advisors%2F2026%2F01%2F05%2Fwhat-is-working-capital%2F&c=1041664583940732583&mkt=en-usUnderstanding working capital as a small business owner can help you grow your business or take advantage of bigger opportunities. You can use this and other financial ratios to better understand your ...Jan 5, 2026 12:03 PM
bing.com
We Tested Nearly 80 Moisturizers — These Are Our Favorite Picks for the Facehttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8cea50134b4180ad754160c0df9c15&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fskin-hair-products%2Fbest-face-moisturizer%2F&c=7289579188000439653&mkt=en-usEveryday Health independently vets all recommended products. If you purchase a featured product, we may be compensated. Learn why you can trust us. Everyday Health independently vets all recommended ...Jan 5, 2026 11:47 AM
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Tell HN: EU soliciting feedback on law that could affect Open Accesshttps://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46497387The EU Commission currently has an open consultation on the European Research Area Act until 23 January, which might could strengthen rights to open access and secondary publication [1]. I know many of you care about open knowledge, so this could be a good way to share those thoughts and counter the voices of the many publishers responding.You can fill out the questionnaire here: https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/better-regulation/have-your-say/initiatives/14608-European-Research-Area-Act/public-consultation_enAcademic institutions, NGOs, EU- and non-EU citizens, and businesses can all respond.You can look at the submissions to get an idea of the concerns raised [2][1]: "Barriers also remain to the free and open access to publicly funded R&I results" mentioned in the call for evidence https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/better-regulation/have-your-say/initiatives/14608-European-Research-Area-Act_en[2]: https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/better-regulation/have-your-say/initiatives/14608-European-ReseaJan 5, 2026 10:59 AM
