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Show HN: Neural emotion matrix for NPCshttps://github.com/mavdol/npc-neural-affect-matrixHey! I built this system to humanize NPCs by giving them emotions using Rust and ML.The system provides emotion coordinates (based on Russell's circumplex model) from text input or actions, with persistent emotional memory per entity. Think NPCs that remember how they feel about specific players or events.I pre-trained a DistilBERT model on ~1k video game dialogues (Skyrim, Cyberpunk, etc.) and plan to extract and evaluate 100k+ dialogues soon. However studio/team can manually add dialogues to enrich their own dataset.The matrix doesn't generate dialogue, it only analyzes content. When you pass text or an action, it returns emotion coordinates on the valence (pleasant/unpleasant) and arousal(energetic/calm) scale. For example:- [0.00, 0.00] = neutral- [0.29, 0.80] = excited- [-0.50, -0.30] = sad/tiredI made a quick visualizer here to help understand https://valence-arousal-visualizer.vercel.app/The system helps select which dialogue/action to play based on emotional state:- Player saysSep 29, 2025 1:05 PM
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A perspective on space: Preparing for 2075https://spacenews.com/a-perspective-on-space-preparing-for-2075/Recognizing that space is now an integral component of present-day society, the Royal Society (the U.K. academy of sciences) has recently completed a report that explores the potential implications of space activities by 2075, aiming to stimulate discussion without predicting specific outcomes. It highlights the transformative impact of space exploration on industry, society and culture, […] The post A perspective on space: Preparing for 2075 appeared first on SpaceNews.Sep 29, 2025 1:00 PM
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IAC 2025 - One-to-one with ESA Director General Josef Aschbacherhttps://www.esa.int/ESA_Multimedia/Videos/2025/09/IAC_2025_-_One-to-one_with_ESA_Director_General_Josef_AschbacherWatch the one-to-one interview with Josef Aschbacher, Director General of the European Space Agency (ESA), extracted from Plenary 1 of the 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2025). In this session, he shares his insights into ESA's strategic vision.Sep 29, 2025 12:20 PM
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Moog Completes High-Velocity Propulsion Systems, Begins Next Phase of Spacecraft Integrationhttps://spacenews.com/moog-completes-high-velocity-propulsion-systems-begins-next-phase-of-spacecraft-integration/East Aurora, NY – Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B), a worldwide designer, manufacturer and systems integrator of high-performance precision motion and fluid controls and control systems announces the completion […] The post Moog Completes High-Velocity Propulsion Systems, Begins Next Phase of Spacecraft Integration appeared first on SpaceNews.Sep 29, 2025 12:00 PM
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100 Sister Quotes That Perfectly Describe Your Inexplicable Bondhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8d5cbdff064d2896dc39a526ef55cb&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.today.com%2Flife%2Fquotes%2Fsister-quotes-rcna130585&c=11578538300848639140&mkt=en-usSisters have a relationship like no other. They tease you and they fight with you, but they also have your back and act as your biggest cheerleader. This bond is of just unique significance that it ...Sep 29, 2025 6:09 AM
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Corporate Profits In Nonfinancial Industries Plunge By Most Ever In USD, Amid Massive Downward Revisionshttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8d701e36124c148aec1734468846bd&url=https%3A%2F%2Fseekingalpha.com%2Farticle%2F4826532-corporate-profits-nonfinancial-industries-plunge-most-ever-usd-amid-massive-downward-revisions&c=17408279697809355880&mkt=en-usWholesale trade profits plunged by 18% in Q2 from Q1, and by 26% from Q4, and also by 26% year-over-year, to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $218 billion. Manufacturing nondurable goods profits ...Sep 29, 2025 3:10 AM
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IAI’s Game-Changing Communication Satellites: Revolutionizing Global Connectivityhttps://spacenews.com/iais-game-changing-communication-satellites-revolutionizing-global-connectivity/Unmatched Performance and Security: How IAI’s Compact Communication Satellites are Reshaping Global Connectivity In our ever-connected world, communication satellites play a vital role in bridging distances, empowering global communication, and […] The post IAI’s Game-Changing Communication Satellites: Revolutionizing Global Connectivity appeared first on SpaceNews.Sep 28, 2025 12:17 PM
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App systematizing iterative self-improvementhttps://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45403330Hi all, I’m a Xoogler who’s always had a strong interest in the area of self-improvement.Right now, I have a structure/system to iteratively address my outstanding weaknesses within the following domains conventionally regarded as “foundations to success”: discipline, mindfulness, motivation, patience, grit, cognition speed (to the extent it can be modulated).I employ a wide range of tools largely drawing from CBT, and leverage mindfulness gained from meditation to ensure I’m able to actually perform the relevant interventions. I journal regularly to reflect on the value my current toolset provides and iterate accordingly, using observations about my thoughts and feelings I glean throughout the day as fodder.None of these things are at all novel, but I’m struggling to find an existing application that replicates this flow. Since I’ve been able to use this structure to improve my overall performance as a SWE, I’m considering possibly making an app for this.My target audience might be foSep 28, 2025 10:43 AM
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7 Counterintuitive Negotiation Strategies That Win Every Timehttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8d77327fb240b8a8d026bc3bd2031f&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.inc.com%2Fpeter-economy%2Fcounterintuitive-negotiation-strategies-that-win-every-time%2F91243612&c=14744574396251766922&mkt=en-usNegotiation is a fact of business life. Whether you’re negotiating your salary, a deadline, a supplier contract, or a team project, your success is linked to how well you communicate and influence.Sep 28, 2025 9:00 AM
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Swachh Shehar Jodi: MoHUA rolls out massive urban waste management mentorship initiative, nearly 300 cities sign MoUhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8d428006134d879077785ba6e08ed3&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.aninews.in%2Fnews%2Fbusiness%2Fswachh-shehar-jodi-mohua-rolls-out-massive-urban-waste-management-mentorship-initiative-nearly-300-cities-sign-mou20250927193013%2F&c=9290752823121556838&mkt=en-usNew Delhi [India], September 27 (ANI): The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the Swachh Shehar Jodi (SSJ) initiative, a structured mentorship and collaborative action program ...Sep 27, 2025 7:00 AM
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Ask HN: Any interest in a dev-friendly financial tracker?https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45392138Earlier this year I built a personal financial tracker (expenses, budgets, goals, investments) unsatisfied with options on the market (copilot, mint, etc.).It's got a bunch of features that I've found really useful: - A comprehensive tagging system - Notes for transactions - 'Virtual transactions' to set aside money for budgets - Lots of analytics and dashboards that rely on custom filters and tie into the tagging system. - A simple UI that uses shadcn defaults.Solutions on the market seem to work for most people, but personally it's been a joy to have really fine-grained control over my finances. I've setup filters that answer questions like "How much did I spend on coffee last month?", "How much more do I need to set aside to buy my Miata?", "What were my largest expenses last month?", "What was the price distribution of my spending last month?", at a glance.Asking HN because there's probably like-minded individuals here with oddly specific things to track. Do existing tools work forSep 26, 2025 11:38 PM
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From City Lights to Moonlight: NASA Training Shows How Urban Parks Can Connect Communities with Space Sciencehttps://science.nasa.gov/learning-resources/for-professionals/courses-curriculums/from-city-lights-to-moonlight-nasa-training-shows-how-urban-parks-can-connect-communities-with-space-science/When you think about national park and public land astronomy programs, you might picture remote locations far from city lights. But a recent NASA Earth to Sky training, funded by NASA’s Science Activation Program, challenges that assumption, demonstrating how urban parks, wildlife refuges, museums, and green spaces can be incredible venues for connecting communities with […]Sep 26, 2025 8:44 PM
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Turk Demands $340K From Cash Money Tour Promoters After Abrupt Removal Over B.G. Disputehttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8cd15b27614f0f933440c85f23db49&url=https%3A%2F%2Fallhiphop.com%2Fnews%2Fturk-demands-340k-from-cash-money-tour-promoters-after-abrupt-removal-over-b-g-dispute%2F&c=12022231625735222955&mkt=en-usThe lawsuit, filed Friday in Broward County, Florida, accuses Artists By Artists Agency LLC and Dope Shows Inc. of breaching their contract and misusing Turk’s name and image in promotional materials ...Sep 26, 2025 8:02 PM
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Turk Demands $340K From Cash Money Tour Promoters After Abrupt Removal Over B.G. Disputehttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8cb3f0e77a4767bff804071bd47a02&url=https%3A%2F%2Fallhiphop.com%2Fnews%2Fturk-demands-340k-from-cash-money-tour-promoters-after-abrupt-removal-over-b-g-dispute%2F&c=12022231625735222955&mkt=en-usThe lawsuit, filed Friday in Broward County, Florida, accuses Artists By Artists Agency LLC and Dope Shows Inc. of breaching their contract and misusing Turk’s name and image in promotional materials ...Sep 26, 2025 8:02 PM
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Turk Demands $340K From Cash Money Tour Promoters After Abrupt Removal Over B.G. Disputehttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8d1d13970441ebbbd4be3b7798c9a9&url=https%3A%2F%2Fallhiphop.com%2Fnews%2Fturk-demands-340k-from-cash-money-tour-promoters-after-abrupt-removal-over-b-g-dispute%2F&c=12022231625735222955&mkt=en-usThe lawsuit, filed Friday in Broward County, Florida, accuses Artists By Artists Agency LLC and Dope Shows Inc. of breaching their contract and misusing Turk’s name and image in promotional materials ...Sep 26, 2025 8:02 PM
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Turk Demands $340K From Cash Money Tour Promoters After Abrupt Removal Over B.G. Disputehttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8ce52eaed043b0a315985db0c25d2d&url=https%3A%2F%2Fallhiphop.com%2Fnews%2Fturk-demands-340k-from-cash-money-tour-promoters-after-abrupt-removal-over-b-g-dispute%2F&c=12022231625735222955&mkt=en-usThe lawsuit, filed Friday in Broward County, Florida, accuses Artists By Artists Agency LLC and Dope Shows Inc. of breaching their contract and misusing Turk’s name and image in promotional materials ...Sep 26, 2025 8:02 PM
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NASA Helps Connect Astronomers and Community Colleges Across the Nationhttps://science.nasa.gov/learning-resources/for-colleges-universities/nasa-helps-connect-astronomers-and-community-colleges-across-the-nation/The NASA Community College Network (NCCN) and the American Astronomical Society (AAS) have teamed up to provide an exciting and impactful program that brings top astronomy researchers into the classrooms of community colleges around the United States. The Harlow Shapley Visiting Lectureship Program, named for astronomer Harlow Shapley (1885-1972), has a history dating back to […]Sep 26, 2025 5:18 PM
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Ask HN: Are there any non-SPA front end developers left?https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45386596Back in "my days" we would get an in-house web designer to create assets, styles, and a demo HTML document demonstrating all necessary components to implement the planned content.We would then break down the demo HTML into templates, which we would render in the backend, and work from there.There would be JS for interactive components - first Knockout (viewmodels, terrible idea), then React (which would let you separate the state from presentation).Backend templates + React frontend components was IMO the optimum, as long as your POST handling logic was sensible and data-oriented rather than some OO nightmare (https://wtforms.readthedocs.io/en/3.2.x/fields/#the-field-base-class).You didn't have to implement the API separately from the frontend to later discover that your frontend developer worked really... fast. And implemented their own understanding of the problem domain. These days, if you're super unlucky, you discover that your frontend has been blessed with some non-standard compSep 26, 2025 1:58 PM
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Stop Tracking, Start Growing: A Habit App Built on Social Accountabilityhttps://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45383408Hi Hacker News,We're excited to introduce Build & Break - Habit Garden, an iOS app aimed at solving one of the core problems with habit-building: the isolation of effort.The Challenge of Habit TrackingThe current landscape of habit trackers is excellent at logging, but often falls short on motivational sustainability. Apps tell you what you did, but they often leave you feeling alone in the grind. A missed day is just a red square on a calendar. There’s no immediate, tangible, or public consequence to keep you honest—and that's where we think a massive opportunity lies.Our Core Philosophy: Social Accountability & Visible ConsequenceBuild & Break is built on two primary pillars designed to inject urgency and external motivation:1. The Spectator Effect (Social Accountability): Every habit task a user starts is optionally viewable by others. We call these other users "Spectators." They can interact with your actual progress data, and they can see your daily check-ins, offer simple encouraSep 26, 2025 6:32 AM
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NASA & STEM Learning Ecosystems: Opportunities & Benefits for Everyonehttps://science.nasa.gov/learning-resources/for-professionals/nasa-stem-learning-ecosystems-opportunities-benefits-for-everyone/STEM learning ecosystems are intentionally designed, community-wide partnerships that enable all Americans to actively participate in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) throughout their lifetimes. Lifelong STEM learning helps people build critical knowledge and skills, access economic opportunities, drive innovation, and make informed decisions in a changing world. STEM learning ecosystems draw on expertise and […]Sep 25, 2025 4:36 PM
