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news.ycombinator.com
Ask HN: Has anyone shipped a self-modifying application with LLMs?https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49366144In the past the model for software would typically be to ship a fixed application and then if users need some custom functionality, they would need to install a plugin or create their own.For non technical users they would have to find an existing plugin or maybe it doesn't exist so they are stuck.But I can't help but think why wouldn't for example an application just have a prompt box that builds an extension dynamically on the fly (e.g. "make me a UI panel with some buttons that does X")Obviously it would be "use at your own risk" and YMMVHave any companies or applications actually done something like this?I think modifying the real source code would get out of hand but perhaps just generating extensions that have access to a sand boxed set of safer APIs.
Aug 19, 2026 7:33 PM
europeanspaceflight.com
ATMOS Moves Forward with Phoenix 3 as Phoenix 2 Launch Slipshttps://europeanspaceflight.com/atmos-moves-forward-with-phoenix-3-as-phoenix-2-launch-slips/German space logistics company ATMOS Space Cargo has completed an early-stage design study for its reusable Phoenix 3 spacecraft. The announcement comes just two months after the company pushed the launch of its Phoenix 2 spacecraft from the second half of 2026 to early 2027. Work on the Phoenix 3 study was conducted with the […] The post ATMOS Moves Forward with Phoenix 3 as Phoenix 2 Launch Slips appeared first on European Spaceflight.
Aug 19, 2026 7:32 PM
spacenews.com
Katalyst Space and NASA abandon plans for Swift reboosthttps://spacenews.com/katalyst-space-and-nasa-abandon-plans-for-swift-reboost/Katalyst Space and NASA have called off plans to use the company’s Link spacecraft to raise the orbit of the agency’s Swift gamma-ray observatory, citing attitude-control problems with the spacecraft. The post Katalyst Space and NASA abandon plans for Swift reboost appeared first on SpaceNews.
Aug 19, 2026 7:23 PM
theguardian.com
Can Andy Burnham rewire the ‘Treasury brain’ to boost growth?https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/aug/19/can-andy-burnham-tame-the-power-of-the-treasury-to-boost-growthPM wants to reduce department’s stranglehold on public purse and bring long-term thinking to economic policyAndy Burnham is far from the first prime minister to dream of taming the power of the mighty Treasury.Boris Johnson all but forced the resignation of Sajid Javid by handpicking his team; Margaret Thatcher favoured her economic adviser Alan Walters over Nigel Lawson, prompting the latter’s fu...
Aug 19, 2026 6:46 PM
nytimes.com
North Korean Official Dismisses Reduced Drills Between US and South Koreahttps://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/19/world/asia/north-korea-trump-military-drills.htmlKim Yo-jong, a powerful adviser and sister of Kim Jong-un, also said she was “unaware” of any communication with Washington, contradicting President Trump’s claim her brother had responded to his outreach.
Aug 19, 2026 6:17 PM
theverge.com
Watch Valve set up the Steam Frame in its own leaked videoshttps://www.theverge.com/games/982406/valve-steam-frame-setup-unboxing-leaked-videosValve just leaked several new videos showing the Steam Frame's unboxing, setup process, and various accessories. The videos apparently appeared on the ARM Steam client following an update, but they were "quickly pulled after that," according to the Steam Hardware Updates account on X. The Steam Frame is Valve's virtual-reality headset that can stream games from a PC or play them locally. Valve fir...
Aug 19, 2026 6:16 PM
theverge.com
Grab an iPad Air M4 for its lowest price since the June increasehttps://www.theverge.com/gadgets/982242/ipad-air-m4-garmin-inreach-deal-saleThe iPad Air M4 in space gray. | Image: The Verge Almost everything with high-end memory or storage is more expensive these days, and tablets are no exception, so we’re glad to see that Amazon and Best Buy have the most recent 11-inch iPad Air with the M4 chip on sale for $649. That’s $100 lower than the new retail price that went into effect (alongside plenty of other Apple price hikes) in June...
Aug 19, 2026 5:56 PM
bloomberg.com
Betterment CEO Warns on Sports Bettinghttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-19/betterment-ceo-warns-on-sports-bettingBetterment CEO Sarah Levy sounds the alarm on Gen Z treating sports betting like investing. She joins Open Interest to explain why gambling apps, social-media financial advice and speculative trading are blurring the line between entertainment and long-term wealth building—and why investors need stronger guardrails. (Source: Bloomberg)
Aug 19, 2026 5:48 PM
sports.yahoo.com
? Plan B activated: Barça rule out Julián and move for Lautarohttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/plan-b-activated-bar-rule-174300795.htmlFC Barcelona have drastically changed their plans in the market after Atlético de Madrid’s outright refusal to negotiate for Julián Álvarez. Faced with the firm stance of the rojiblanco board, De...
Aug 19, 2026 5:43 PM
sports.yahoo.com
Former Patriots Super Bowl Returner Lands 1-Year Deal With Titanshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/former-patriots-super-bowl-returner-173754722.htmlThe New England Patriots’ primary kickoff returner in Super Bowl LX is heading to Tennessee.NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported that the Tennessee Titans are signing veteran running back D’Ernest Johnson to a one-year contract. Schultz noted that Johnson brings more than 1,000 career rushing yards, 50-plus receptions and extensive experience in the return game. Sources: The […] The post Former Pat...
Aug 19, 2026 5:37 PM
sports.yahoo.com
Houston Texans WR Jayden Higgins tears ACL, out for 2026https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/houston-texans-wr-jayden-higgins-173717802.htmlHouston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins sustained a torn ACL and will miss the entire 2026 NFL season. He appeared in all 17 games last season.
Aug 19, 2026 5:37 PM
sports.yahoo.com
Former Michigan QB Davis Warren named Stanford’s starterhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/former-michigan-qb-davis-warren-173535280.htmlFormer Michigan QB Davis Warren has another chance to be a starter — this time for Stanford. How will Warren fare in the ACC?
Aug 19, 2026 5:35 PM
cbsnews.com
Sculpting Evolution: Using genetic engineering to curb Lyme | 60 Minutes Archivehttps://www.cbsnews.com/video/sculpting-evolution-using-genetic-engineering-to-curb-lyme-60-minutes-archive/Lyme disease is rapidly emerging in southern Appalachia, the CDC said in a new report. In 2025, Dr. Jon LaPook, on assignment for 60 Minutes, met a team of scientists on Nantucket who are using genetic engineering to fight the spread of the disease.
Aug 19, 2026 5:30 PM
sports.yahoo.com
How to live stream Atletico Madrid vs Málaga: La Liga, TV channelhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/live-stream-atletico-madrid-vs-173000892.htmlAtletico Madrid hosts Málaga in its first game of La Liga’s new season on Wednesday. How to watch Atletico Madrid vs Málaga Atletico Madrid faces a unique Wednesday kick-off for its new campaign in La Liga as it prepares to…
Aug 19, 2026 5:30 PM
sports.yahoo.com
How to watch Washington vs Alabama: Live stream Little League World Series, TV channelhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/watch-washington-vs-alabama-live-173000532.htmlTacoma, Wash. and Phenix City, Ala. will square-off in the first game of the Little League World Series on Wednesday out of the United States bracket. How to Watch Washington vs Alabama Soundview Little League from Tacoma, Wash. avoided elimination…
Aug 19, 2026 5:30 PM
sports.yahoo.com
UpShot League Founder Donna Orender Has Lived at Center of Women’s Basketballhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/upshot-league-founder-donna-orender-172952849.htmlThe rise of Women’s sports has been undeniable over the last decade. Viewership has reached record numbers, and there are more opportunities for women in sports than ever before. One of the biggest reasons for this surge is the efforts of one woman: former WNBA President Donna Orender. Now, Orender is creating even more opportunities […] The post UpShot League Founder Donna Orender Has Lived at Ce...
Aug 19, 2026 5:29 PM