US government is absolutely detrimental to #science and its applications.
Scientific society under pressure after Trump DEI crackdown.
nature.com/articles/d41586-025…
US funding freezes are endangering global health.
nature.com/articles/d41586-025…
Scientists globally are racing to save vital health databases taken down amid Trump chaos.
nature.com/articles/d41586-025…
“We are a target”: scientific society under pressure after Trump DEI crackdown
The American Society for Microbiology deleted terms such as equity from its website, sparking protests from members.Basilio, Humberto
Camera-wiki.org @camerawiki turns 14 today! Some backstory is here, for those who don't know how it all started. camera-wiki.org/wiki/Camera-wi…
Oh no. NIH is reportedly capping the "overhead" paid on research grants to 15% of direct costs, which would represent a 60-80% reduction for most grant recipients. I'd expect NSF and other funding agencies may likely follow suit.
Why is this bad? Overhead on grants is what funds most of the infrastructure - office space, administrative staff, utilities, etc - at research universities. Without it, they simply can't operate.
National Institutes of Health radically cuts support to universities
Sudden and drastic change will make it hard for researchers to keep the lights on.John Timmer (Ars Technica)
If you work at an r1 in the US, it's likely that at least some of them will bankrupt in the next year. New guidance issued instantly capping indirects at 15%.
Those that don't go bankrupt are going to be purged of a substantial amount of staff and faculty.
grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/no…
NOT-OD-25-068: Supplemental Guidance to the 2024 NIH Grants Policy Statement: Indirect Cost Rates
NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices in the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts: Supplemental Guidance to the 2024 NIH Grants Policy Statement: Indirect Cost Rates NOT-OD-25-068. ODgrants.nih.gov
Major privacy alert for Android users.
mastodon.sdf.org/@jack/1139522…
@jack #Privacy #Android #cybersecurity
Arch + BTRFS = fast and safe.
itsfoss.com/arch-linux-install…
Installing Arch Linux with BTRFS and Disk Encryption
The process is pretty much the same as regular Arch install. You just choose a few additional settings.Sreenath (It's FOSS)
I like it, but I'd split them into 3 different optional animations to be chosen.
Option 1: segment from 0-10 seconds + ending
Option 2: segment from 10-17 seconds + ending
Option 3: segment from 17 -28 seconds + ending
All three options could have the same cool ending, from the segment 28-33 seconds.
Confused between these two terms? We make it easy:
itsfoss.com/llm-vs-generative-…
Generative AI & LLMs: How are They Different or Similar?
Learn how generative AI and LLMs are different but still complement each other.Abhishek Kumar (It's FOSS)
Article seems to be for non tech people and that it doesn't clearly state that relationship feels wrong to me.
UK demands access to Apple users' encrypted data
The UK government has demanded to be able to access encrypted data stored by Apple users worldwide in its cloud service. Currently only the Apple account holder can access data stored in this way - the tech giant itself cannot view it. The demand has been served by the Home Office under the Investigatory Powers Act (IPA), which compels firms to provide information to law enforcement agencies.
#News #UK #Apple #DataEncryption #PrivacyLaws #IPA #BigBrotherWatch #FascismRising #BBC
UK government demands access to Apple users' encrypted data
The Home Office served the notice to the tech giant under the Investigatory Powers Act.Zoe Kleinman (BBC News)
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"Apple is likely to stop offering encrypted storage in the UK as a result of the demand."
macrumors.com/2025/02/07/could…
Could Apple Pull iCloud Services From the UK Market?
Given today's bombshell report revealing the UK government's unprecedented demand for backdoor access to encrypted iCloud data, it's...Tim Hardwick (MacRumors.com)
On the 20th anniversary of May First our first membership meeting will be dedicated in continuing to think about the role of May First in spaces for social justice.
Would you like to join us and our awsome panel? Register here outreach.mayfirst.org/civicrm/…
More info: outreach.mayfirst.org/civicrm/…
En el marco del 20 aniversario de May First, nuestra primera reunión de membresía estará dedicada a seguir reflexionando sobre nuestro rol los espacios para la justicia social.
¿Te gustaría participar junto a nuestro maravilloso panel de invitadas? Regístrate aquí outreach.mayfirst.org/civicrm/…
Más información: outreach.mayfirst.org/civicrm/…
Arch Linux is finally getting an official WSL image!
news.itsfoss.com/arch-linux-ws…
Windows Users Will Soon be Able to Say “I use Arch, BTW”
After much discussion, an Arch Linux WSL image is finally on the way.Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)
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Future releases of GTK won't ship with these two components.
news.itsfoss.com/gtk-drops-x11…
GTK Drops X11!
And Broadway Support, Lays the Foundation for New Android BackendSourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)
February’s Night Sky Notes: How Can You Help Curb Light Pollution?
Light pollution has long troubled astronomers, who generally shy away from deep sky observing under full Moon skies. The natural light from a bright MoonKat Troche (NASA Science)
Hubble Goes Supernova Hunting
A supernova and its host galaxy are the subject of this NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image. The galaxy in question is LEDA 132905 in the constellationNASA Hubble Mission Team (NASA Science)
Golden Moon over the Superdome - NASA
The full moon rises over the Superdome and the city of New Orleans, Louisiana on Monday evening, January 13, 2025.NASA
In 2021, T-Systems worked with #Nextcloud and Deutsche Telecom to migrate millions of users to the new and improved MagentaCLOUD!
Download the full case study to discover their journey to digital sovereignty! 🔽
nextcloud.com/blog/migration-d…
How T-Systems migrated millions of MagentaCLOUD users to Nextcloud - Nextcloud
MagentaCLOUD’s migration to Nextcloud in 2021 resulted in a fully equipped Online Storage with an integrated online office suite that further improves the user experience, flexibility and security for customers.Mikaela Schneider (Nextcloud)
NASA Explores Earth Science with New Navigational System - NASA
NASA’s G-IV aircraft flew its first mission to test this navigational system from NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California, in DecemberDede Dinius (NASA)
Yesterday’s painting~ 💜🩵
Gouache and coloured pencil in my wonderful custom sketchbook by @syystuuli
My patrons already have access to the process pictures (all paid tiers), and next week Apprentices and above will get the full process video with commentary! ✨
You can sign up right here: patreon.com/lindenshieldarts
#mastoart #traditionalart #originalart #sketchbook #fantasy #fantasyart #forest #ForestArt #gouache #mixedmedia #magic #purple #pixelfed #fediverse
Tesla sales are collapsing
Nebula: nebula.tv/videos/tfc-tesla-sal…
YouTube: youtu.be/g69KMq8MF1E
The Friday Checkout — Tesla sales are collapsing
This week Tesla's sales started collapsing in Europe and Australia as Elon Musk's politics is catching up with the brand, the Sonos disaster also continued with more layoffs and new leaks, while Samsung's flagship phones got a sales win. Episode 235Nebula
APOD: 2025 February 7 - LEDA 1313424: The Bullseye Galaxy
A different astronomy and space science related image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation.apod.nasa.gov
"¿Por qué es tan caro reparar mis dispositivos?"
La reparación de dispositivos no tiene por qué ser cara, pero las empresas han convertido la reparación en una forma de desviar más dinero de tu bolsillo al suyo.
eff.org/deeplinks/2024/10/why-…
"¿Por qué es tan caro reparar mis dispósitivos?"
Ahora, por supuesto, a todos se nos ha caído un móvil, lo hemos recogido y nos hemos dado cuenta de que hemos destrozado absolutamente su pantalla.Electronic Frontier Foundation
Safe In Our World team up with Fanatical for a big charity game bundle gamingonlinux.com/2025/02/safe…
#Gaming #SafeInOurWorld #PCGaming
Safe In Our World team up with Fanatical for a big charity game bundle
Mental health charity Safe In Our World and Fanatical have announced a big charity bundle giving you 27 games for a single purchase.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
I'd prefer if this old book wasn't so timely, but it's 2025 & here we are.
Climate change, vaccines, pandemic preparedness & the future of science, innovation & leadership.
My thinking has evolved in the 16+ years since this was published, but so much remains regretfully relevant.
Everwarder is a fresh tower defense roguelite hybrid about clearing the darkness gamingonlinux.com/2025/02/ever…
#Everwarder #IndieGames #PCGaming #LinuxGaming
Everwarder is a fresh tower defense roguelite hybrid about clearing the darkness
Everwarder asks: how long will your light last? Not very long in some of my attempts. It's a fresh feeling spin that merges tower defense with a bit of roguelite action together, as you attempt to break through the darkness.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
Please don't distract me I'm trying to dig a big hole over here gamingonlinux.com/2025/02/plea…
#IndieGames #PCGaming #Gaming #LinuxGaming
Please don't distract me I'm trying to dig a big hole over here
Can you truly call yourself a "gamer" if you haven't at least spent a good few hours doing nothing but digging a hole? I have answered the call and my hole has been dug.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
Cast n Chill is a gorgeous looking pixel-art idle fishing game coming soon gamingonlinux.com/2025/02/cast…
#IndieGames #Gaming #LinuxGaming #PCGaming
Cast n Chill is a gorgeous looking pixel-art idle fishing game coming soon
Revealed in a press email today is Cast n Chill from developer Wombat Brawler. A game where you explore serene lakes, rivers, and oceans. Catch rare fish, upgrade your gear and reel in legendary catches - with your loyal pup by your side.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
BAFTA-nominated narrative adventure Vampire Therapist gets a Couples Therapy DLC gamingonlinux.com/2025/02/baft…
#VampireTherapist #IndieGames #PCGaming #Linux #VisualNovel
BAFTA-nominated narrative adventure Vampire Therapist gets a Couples Therapy DLC
Vampire Therapist is a narrative adventure / visual novel with a sprinkle of dark comedy that was nominated for a BAFTA in 2024, and now it's expanded with the Vampire Therapist - Couples Therapy DLC.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
A deck-builder for busy people, Bramble Royale: A Meteorfall Story plans full Steam Deck support for launch gamingonlinux.com/2025/02/a-de…
#SteamDeck #SteamOS #Linux #IndieGames
A deck-builder for busy people, Bramble Royale: A Meteorfall Story plans full Steam Deck support for launch
Developer Slothwerks have announced their upcoming turn-based card-battler Bramble Royale: A Meteorfall Story will have full Steam Deck support at launch.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
Patrick Schätz (@wndrlst_pctrs) | Unsplash Photo Community
See 48 of the best free to download photos, images, and wallpapers by Patrick Schätz on Unsplash.Patrick Schätz (unsplash.com)
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Take-Two CEO believes AI will actually increase employment and productivity gamingonlinux.com/2025/02/take…
#PCGaming #Gaming #AI #TakeTwo
Take-Two CEO believes AI will actually increase employment and productivity
You have to hand it to the people in suits at the top, they all sure do love AI, and the latest to be bullish about it is Take-Two's CEO Strauss Zelnick.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
Civilization VII gets a mixed reception on Steam, Firaxis say they're listening and put up a small roadmap gamingonlinux.com/2025/02/civi…
#CivilizationVII #PCGaming #Gaming #Linux #SteamDeck
Civilization VII gets a mixed reception on Steam, Firaxis say they're listening and put up a small roadmap
It seems it's increasingly rare to have a major game release that doesn't come filled with lots of issues. The latest is Sid Meier's Civilization VII from Firaxis Games.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
LibreOffice's first major release of 2025 is here! 🚀
news.itsfoss.com/libreoffice-2…
LibreOffice Delivers First Major Release Of 2025
The LibreOffice 25.2 release is here, bringing with it many new refinements, alongside tweaks that improve user experience.Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)
Games to claim from Prime Gaming, February 7 edition round-up for SteamOS Linux and Steam Deck gamingonlinux.com/2025/02/game…
#Gaming #PCGaming #PrimeGaming #SteamDeck #Linux
Games to claim from Prime Gaming, February 7 edition round-up for SteamOS Linux and Steam Deck
Here's the up to date list of games available on Amazon Prime Gaming for February 7th, and what compatibility you can expect for Linux / SteamOS and Steam Deck.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
Should we all configure our web servers to return a HTTP 402 (Payment Required) when #AI bots are crawling?
Right now I have linux-audit.com/ still open for AI, but must admit I also have some doubts.
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