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samuel.vvolhejn.com
Show HN: Samuel, a Silly Speech Modelhttps://samuel.vvolhejn.com/My original idea was to make a modern supercharged version of SAM, the old-school text-to-speech. Then I remembered Pink Trombone, one of my favorite creative coding projects. In the end, I decided to just make it a model that mimics speech - it would be easy to make a text-to-speech by chaining an existing TTS with a Samuel filter.The phonetics work quite well for vowels - you can try making a sound and then seeing if the predicted tongue prediction matches where your tongue was. It's less accurate for consonants; it doesn't do plosives or nasals (I tried).How the machine learning works:It's a speech autoencoder in which the decoder is Pink Trombone. A couple of issues: PT is not differentiable, so I use Gumbel softmax to get a differentiable approximation. PT also generates audio sample-by-sample (apparently it's called a "Kelly-Lochbaum vocal tract model"), which would make training extremely slow. To do that, I approximate it using FIR filters that change each 10ms. The fundamental
Aug 18, 2026 10:16 AM
bloomberg.com
Target Bets on Trendy Snacks and Drinks in Grocery Revamphttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-18/target-bets-on-trendy-snacks-and-drinks-in-grocery-revampTarget has long struggled with its grocery identity: whether it wants to be a discounts-driven everyday chain or a cool zeitgeisty retailer. Its latest big bet indicates it’s chosen the latter. (Source: Bloomberg)
Aug 18, 2026 10:15 AM
github.com
Show HN: AnyCreature. making 3D creature by agent. harness by 3D assets pipelinehttps://github.com/Ariescar/anyCreatureI’m a Technical Artist. I built anyCreature, an open-source, mesh-based generative harness designed to programmatically quantify and enforce 3D aesthetics through three automated pipeline checks: 1. QC Thresholds: Automated pass/fail checks for standard game-engine specs (poly count, vertex budget, rigging, and animation tracks). 2. Quantified Aesthetics: Spatial vertex analysis to objectively measure mass distribution and form tension, ensuring biologically logical anatomy. 3. Silhouette & Readability: Automated high-contrast B&W renders and 24px thumbnail tests to guarantee visual clarity and instant readability in-game.I would love to see what you create with this tool. Feedback is welcome as I continue to optimize this harness.Ariescar | Gobkit
Aug 18, 2026 10:13 AM
aljazeera.com
Eight air strikes hit airbase in Syria’s Idlibhttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/18/eight-air-strikes-hit-airbase-in-syrias-idlib?traffic_source=rssSyrian state TV quotes military source as saying Israeli forces carried out attack, causing damage and no casualties.
Aug 18, 2026 10:11 AM
theguardian.com
AFL chief breaks silence over ‘deeply concerning’ Sydney Swans sexual assault allegationshttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/18/afl-chief-breaks-silence-over-deeply-concerning-sydney-swans-sexual-assault-allegations-ntwnfbAndrew Dillon says the AFL ‘will consider the broader conduct of the players as more information comes to light’The AFL has declared it is prepared to act over “deeply concerning” sexual assault allegations involving Sydney Swans players.Victorian police on Tuesday confirmed the sexual crimes squad was investigating a reported sexual assault at Melbourne’s Pullman Hotel early on Monday morning. No...
Aug 18, 2026 10:07 AM
bing.com
Northwest Plumbing, Heating & AC Expands Online Access to Preventive Home Maintenance Planshttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8d39c8cf1a427180406ee4aac1ae10&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.desmoinesregister.com%2Fpress-release%2Fstory%2F113511%2Fnorthwest-plumbing-heating-ac-expands-online-access-to-preventive-home-maintenance-plans%2F&c=1997407048008509940&mkt=en-usDAVENPORT, Iowa - August 18, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Northwest Plumbing, Heating & AC has expanded online access to its ...
Aug 18, 2026 10:06 AM
sports.yahoo.com
Toronto Tempo vs Indiana Fever: Time, TV, streamhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/toronto-tempo-vs-indiana-fever-100548464.htmlThe Indiana Fever and Toronto Tempo are headed in opposite directions going into the their matchup on Tuesday. Here's how to watch the game.
Aug 18, 2026 10:05 AM
bing.com
Are Cuisinart’s Glass Air Fryers Better Than Ninja’s? My Take After Testing Bothhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8d19cfbcc8492487754a8704f1c3fb&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnet.com%2Fhome%2Fkitchen-and-household%2Fare-cuisinarts-glass-air-fryers-better-than-ninjas-my-take-after-testing-both%2F&c=5184793731889765806&mkt=en-usNinja's Crispi line set the standard for glass-bowl air fryers, but it has stiff competition from Cuisinart's latest launch.
Aug 18, 2026 10:05 AM
theguardian.com
WA police appeal for help to find 10-year-old girl missing from Perth suburbshttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/18/wa-police-appeal-for-help-to-find-10-year-old-girl-missing-from-perth-suburbsLyndel Ningella was last seen leaving home in Butler on Saturday evening prompting concerns about her safetyGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWestern Australia police have appealed for help in finding a 10-year-old girl who went missing from Perth’s outer northern suburbs on Saturday.Lyndel Ningella has not been seen since early Saturday evening when police said the young ...
Aug 18, 2026 10:03 AM
sports.yahoo.com
Corinthians confirm Memphis Depay contract renewalhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/corinthians-confirm-memphis-depay-contract-100200848.htmlCorinthians president Osmar Stabile confirmed on Monday night (17) the renewal of forward Memphis Depay’s contract.The decision brings an end to a dramatic twist in the negotiations and secures the ...
Aug 18, 2026 10:02 AM
sports.yahoo.com
‘Thank you Jesus for this life’: Sophie Cunningham sends a messagehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/thank-jesus-life-sophie-cunningham-100025671.htmlLast month, Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham made national headlines after she spoke out against transgender women competing in women’s sports. While the ensuing weeks have certainly been a whirlwind for her, it sounds like she is grateful. On Sunday, Cunningham celebrated her 30th birthday as the Fever took on the Atlanta Dream. After the…
Aug 18, 2026 10:00 AM
news.google.com
Obituary: Michael Burditt Cadwell, 1952-2026https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimAFBVV95cUxNRU1sUGpKNzJNYXJZeUU5MUFtUWNvcUpKZkgya0RZcVQ3N1BPUE5yeWwyYnhZRGV1SE8wQlZtV1hDVlpHcENydzJLZ2kxeUsyXzJLTFc3WEJ5clQ1OXdmZ1BvZnNYbFpmNmtTbTcwWVJKSkpaRDhWRUJDakpJV183Q01mQVlUZ0pkV0QySll6cmlWWGw2YXlIWg?oc=5Obituary: Michael Burditt Cadwell, 1952-2026  Seven Days Vermont
Aug 18, 2026 10:00 AM
news.google.com
Obituary: Robert "Bob" William Friend, 1959-2026https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimwFBVV95cUxOb19WOFkteDlQcHF2REJCNG1Nc3FORTBfQVhQVlNQR2FIaUw2MWJkU0ppLVE3N1hjY21iMkI5TzZNQ2xXRkNaVTFKNkNrYVRDalZ3WEZkUEtEWUVVR0xnOElEWEdCNWFsOEJCZjlnaWMwbUttRVEwT0N2SnVqRi11cDRZcG1jR1paY1c2b25SSWFtc1FEelZHUE5fTQ?oc=5Obituary: Robert "Bob" William Friend, 1959-2026  Seven Days Vermont
Aug 18, 2026 10:00 AM
hollywoodreporter.com
BBC, A24’s ‘The Ministry of Time’ Series Casts Aoife Hinds, Billy Howle as Leadshttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/bbc-a24-the-ministry-of-time-series-aoife-hinds-billy-howle-1236675923/The 'Dune: Prophecy' and 'The Perfect Couple' actors will star in the six-part show based on Kaliane Bradley’s bestselling novel, which has been adapted by Alice Birch ('Normal People').
Aug 18, 2026 10:00 AM
sports.yahoo.com
New-look Spurs can challenge for Europe, says Tottenham reporterhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/look-spurs-challenge-europe-says-100000083.htmlBrentford welcome Tottenham Hotspur to Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday (5.30pm kick-off BST), with Roberto De Zerbi’s new-look side aiming to make a significant improvement on last season.After ...
Aug 18, 2026 10:00 AM