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- 1Game developer makes miniature paper from dwarf papyrus plants▼Since I have dwarf papyrus plants, I made miniature paper! Don't forget to tickle the soil now again my # gamedev friend
A game developer who grows dwarf papyrus plants has made miniature paper from them, sharing the result with friends in the game development community. The post links the craft to ancient Egyptian ideas of the soul, noting the plant's historical use for papermaking, and encourages fellow developers to tend their soil for the sake of their plants and mental health.
- 2US Senate blocks resolution on Israeli violence in West Bank●US Senate blocks resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence in West Bank By Joseph Gedeon in Washington N
The US Senate has blocked a resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence against Americans and Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. The resolution, reported by Joseph Gedeon in Washington, sought answers amid the deaths of nine American citizens killed by Israeli settlers or security forces in the territory since 2022. The Senate's rejection means no formal accountability mechanism will proceed, drawing criticism from those pressing for US action over the killings.
- 3New Google Maps images reveal scale of Gaza's destruction●New # Google # Maps images show the scale of Israel’s # destruction of # Gaza , where more than 74,000 Palestinians have
Updated Google Maps satellite imagery shows entire neighbourhoods in Gaza reduced to rubble, with only faint outlines of main roads remaining visible. Al Jazeera reports the images underline the scale of devastation in the territory, where more than 74,000 Palestinians have been killed since the war began. The imagery is being widely shared as a stark visual record of the conflict's impact on urban areas.
- 4Poem about Calgary's translucent pipes draws readers●pipes translucent to Calgary heights (and hemmed, astrained lawyers) https:// subspacewagon.systems/pipes-tr anslucent-t
A poem titled 'pipes translucent to Calgary heights (and hemmed, astrained lawyers)' is being circulated among poetry and writing communities, tagged with themes of disability, the Anthropocene and environmental imagery. Readers are sharing and liking the piece, which pairs the industrial image of pipes with strained legal figures, though little further discussion of its content has emerged.
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Women's health, particularly as it relates to home life and family responsibilities, is being highlighted in online conversation under a cluster of widely used hashtags. The posts do not point to a specific event, policy change or announcement, but instead frame women's health as a topic tied to domestic and family contexts.
- 6Oasis Reunion Tour Documentary Coming to Disney+●オアシス再結成ツアーのドキュメンタリー『ドント・ルック・バック・イン・アンガー』 海外では独占未公開映像付きでDisney+で配信決定 – amass オアシス：ドント・ルック・バック・イン・アンガー © 2026 Disney. All
A documentary following Oasis's reunion tour, titled 'Don't Look Back in Anger', will stream on Disney+ internationally with exclusive unreleased footage. The announcement, reported by Japanese music media, gives fans worldwide access to behind-the-scenes coverage of the band's hugely anticipated comeback shows, which marked Liam and Noel Gallagher's first performances together in over 15 years.
- 7Eurosam tipped for Swiss air defence system●# Suisse # défense # solair # Eurosam # armée # système # antiaérien # Switzerland # airdefense # Eurosam # army # airde
Switzerland is reportedly moving toward choosing Eurosam, the Franco-Italian joint venture, to supply a ground-based air defence system for the Swiss army. The news, reported by Swiss public broadcaster RTS, is drawing attention in defence circles given Switzerland's recent military modernisation push, including its earlier fighter jet procurement decision.
- 8Hundreds of humanoid robots roam a Chinese theme park●Hundreds of robots are roaming this Chinese theme park. It's only the beginning of our humanoid future https://www.fastc
A Chinese theme park is running with hundreds of humanoid robots moving among visitors, in a project tied to robotics maker AgiBot. The experiment is being framed as an early glimpse of humanoid robots entering everyday public spaces, not just factories or labs. Commenters in tech circles are weighing whether this signals a near future where humanoids become commonplace.
- 9Federal Duck Stamp has raised $1.3 billion for conservation since 1934●Since 1934, the Federal Duck Stamp has raised $1.3 billion for habitat conservation https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.p
The Federal Duck Stamp, sold to hunters and conservationists since 1934, has raised $1.3 billion for wetland and habitat conservation. Popular Science highlighted the program alongside the announcement of the 2026 duck stamp contest winner, a yearly art competition that determines the stamp's design. The item is drawing attention as a reminder of one of the oldest and most successful conservation funding programs in the United States.
- 10Photographers gather at Copenhagen Fashion Week catwalk●Photographers at the end of a catwalk 📸 # photography # fashion # copenhagen # kongenshave
Photographers positioned at the end of a catwalk in Kongens Have, Copenhagen, are the subject of a fashion photography post drawing attention. The image captures the media scrum that forms at runway shows during Copenhagen's fashion events, a regular fixture of the city's fashion calendar held against the backdrop of the historic park.
- 11Your browser fingerprint gives you away online●Comprobando la huella de nuestro navegador A menudo creemos que no es tan fácil que nos identifiquen navegando por la we
A Spanish-language technology writer is warning that browser fingerprinting makes internet users far easier to identify than most people assume. Rejecting cookies is not enough to evade trackers, because the browser itself exposes parameters that uniquely identify a device across websites. The piece invites readers to check their own browser's fingerprint and reconsider how anonymous their everyday browsing really is.
- 12Pardall Games library tool wins over retro gaming fans●RE: https:// mastodon.gamedev.place/@alfred baudisch/117356504268306297 now this is cool and going in my # RSS reader ht
Game developer Alfred Baudisch shared a project connected to Pardall Games, a website offering a library aimed at retro and retrogaming fans. Other users on Mastodon praised it as a cool tool and said they were adding its feed to their RSS readers to follow new content.
- 13Gardeners urged to build brush piles for overwintering wildlife●For those who have enough space around their home, this can make a beautiful overwintering place for all kinds of specie
A gardening tip circulating online suggests that people with space around their homes can help wildlife through the winter by piling branches on top of each other, leaving gaps between them, and covering the pile with turf and leaves. The structure creates shelter for hedgehogs, insects and other small animals looking for a place to overwinter.
- 14Fans look ahead to the fast flow of Sepang●Whether it's your first time or you're a veteran, get familiar with the glorious flow of Sepang 😮💨 # F1 # BahrainGP
Motor racing fans are being invited to get to know Sepang, the sweeping Malaysian circuit prized for its flowing layout, whether they are first-time viewers or long-time followers of the sport. The message mixes references to Formula 1 and the Bahrain Grand Prix even though Sepang last hosted an F1 race in 2017 and now chiefly holds MotoGP rounds, prompting some confusion among followers.
- 15Critics warn AI in classrooms could weaken students' intellect●Incorporar una tecnología que puede atrofiar las capacidades intelectuales es contraproducente. La educación es un derec
A Spanish-language debate over artificial intelligence in education is gaining attention, with commentators arguing that introducing technology capable of atrophying students' intellectual capacities is counterproductive. They insist education is a fundamental right that cannot be subordinated to immediacy, laziness or a superficial, reductionist view of the world, pushing back against growing adoption of generative AI tools in schools.
- 16Remembering Ben Ferencz, Nuremberg's youngest Nazi prosecutor●'No one showed any sign of remorse': The heroic US lawyer who put Nazi death squad members on trial at Nuremberg On 29 S
A look back at American lawyer Ben Ferencz, who at 27 served as chief prosecutor in the Einsatzgruppen trial at Nuremberg, which opened on 29 September 1947 and has been called the biggest murder trial in history. He brought 22 Nazi death squad leaders to justice and later recalled that none of the defendants showed any remorse for their roles in mass killings.
- 17French Farmers Grow Homegrown Tropical Fruit as Climate Warms●Resilient French Farmers Use Warming Climate to Grow the Country’s Own Tropical Fruit https://www. goodnewsnetwork.org/r
Farmers in France are now growing tropical fruit domestically, taking advantage of rising temperatures caused by climate change. Reports describe the shift as an example of agricultural resilience, with growers adapting their crops to new conditions instead of abandoning traditional farming. The story is being shared widely as an unusually hopeful angle on climate change, though it also highlights how profoundly warming is reshaping agriculture in Europe.
- 18AI boom is pushing up borrowing costs, expert says●AI has made borrowing more expensive – an expert explains how bond markets are changing https:// theconversation.com/ai-
An economics expert writing in The Conversation argues that the surge of investment in artificial intelligence has made borrowing more expensive. Massive spending on data centres and computing infrastructure is reshaping bond markets, increasing demand for credit and putting upward pressure on yields, which in turn raises costs for other borrowers across the economy.
- 192028 Olympic torch relay to pass through all 50 states●2028 Olympic torch relay to travel through all 50 states https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.10tv .com/article/sports/oly
Organizers of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games have announced that the torch relay will travel through all 50 US states before the opening ceremony. The nationwide route aims to bring the Games to communities far from Los Angeles, with local celebrations expected along the way as anticipation builds for the event.
- 20Canada and Israel: an embargo of shifting geometry●https:// altrenotizie.org/canada-israel e-embargo-a-geometria-variabile/ # democracy # Government # technology # markets
An Italian-language commentary examines Canada's stance on the arms embargo against Israel, describing it as 'a variable geometry' policy — inconsistent or selectively applied. The piece links the issue to democracy, government, technology and markets, suggesting Canada's official position does not match its practice. Little verified detail beyond the headline claim is available.
- 21Hackers exploit Citrix NetScaler zero-day to deploy web shells●"Hackers exploit Citrix NetScaler zero-day to deploy web shells" "[...] Cybersecurity firms say attackers exploited the
Cybersecurity firms report attackers are exploiting a previously unknown vulnerability in Citrix NetScaler, tracked as CVE-2026-88772, to deploy custom web shells and tunneling malware. The attackers reportedly gain root access, steal credentials, and move into victims' internal networks. Security teams are urged to check exposed NetScaler appliances for signs of compromise and apply patches as they become available.
- 22Cloudflare Containers flaw exposed cross-tenant data fragments●Discover how a Cloudflare Containers data flaw exposed cross-tenant fragments. Learn about the skip_block_zeroing thin p
A reported vulnerability in Cloudflare Containers, linked to a skip_block_zeroing thin provisioning issue, allegedly allowed fragments of data from other tenants to be exposed across customer boundaries. Security commentary is focusing on how uninitialized storage blocks in thin-provisioned environments can leak residual data, raising questions about isolation guarantees in shared container infrastructure.
- 23US troops fully withdraw from Baghdad base after two decades●US troops fully withdraw from Baghdad base after two decades https://www. aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2 026/9/29/us-tro
US Army soldiers have completed their full withdrawal from a base in Baghdad, ending an American military presence at the site that spanned roughly two decades. The move marks a significant milestone in the long-running US military footprint in Iraq. Reactions are focusing on what the departure means for regional security, Iraq's sovereignty, and the future of US-Iraq relations.
- 24The Goalpost Rule: asset or liability is fixed at signing●Before you sign the next one — Know Rule iv. The Goalpost Rule. Classification is fixed at origination. Asset stays Asse
A personal finance reminder is circulating online: under the so-called Rule iv, or Goalpost Rule, an asset's classification is fixed at origination — an asset stays an asset and a liability stays a liability, and the terms cannot be changed after signing. Readers are urged to review contract rules carefully before putting pen to paper, with references to rule RM144.
- 25Claude's demands for deep workplace access spark security warnings●(work) Claude: "We need access to your Slack, your email, install this .sh script on your development environment, acces
A widely shared satire piece imagines Claude Code demanding access to employees' Slack, email archives, desktop files and an unsigned shell script installed on their development machines before any coding can begin, with the IT department supposedly endorsing it all. The joke lands because agentic AI coding tools genuinely do request broad, hard-to-audit permissions, and security professionals are using the attention to warn companies about granting them.
- 26Colorado mail ballots set to go out this week●Hello fellow Coloradans! Your ballot could be in the mail as early as Friday and will be in the mail by next Friday. If
Colorado voters are being reminded that mail ballots could arrive as early as Friday and will be mailed out to all registered voters by next Friday at the latest. The notice urges residents to check that their voter registration is current through the Colorado Secretary of State's website, and to register if they have not yet done so, ahead of the upcoming election.
- 27East Antarctica may hold greater sea level risk than thought▼# Antarctica Hidden climate risk beneath East Antarctica, new study warns It holds enough ice to raise global sea levels
A new study warns of a hidden climate risk beneath East Antarctica, a region long viewed as relatively stable. The ice sheet there holds enough ice to raise global sea levels by three to four metres, and researchers are calling for urgent investigation into how vulnerable it may be to warming. The findings are drawing attention because East Antarctica, unlike its western counterpart, has largely been left out of worst-case sea level projections.
- 28Billionaires and Food Banks in the Same Economy●Billionaires and Food banks in the same economy. 110,000,000 People could be reached with emergency food aid globally fo
Campaigners are drawing attention to extreme wealth inequality by comparing billionaire spending with global hunger. One widely shared claim says the 110 million people reached by emergency food aid worldwide could be fed for nearly a year and a half for the sum Elon Musk paid to buy Twitter. The argument is being used to rally support for taxing the rich.
- 29Polish watchdog fines bid-rigging firms 13.5 million zloty●- *„Następnym razem jak zadzwonię, to wy ustąpicie”* – między innymi tymi słowami jeden z uczestników niedozwolonego por
Poland's competition authority UOKiK has imposed fines totalling 13.5 million zloty on participants of bid-rigging agreements in tenders organised by PGE Dystrybucja. One participant allegedly influenced tender outcomes with words such as 'next time I call, you will step aside'. The case highlights collusion in public procurement linked to the state energy group.
- 30400-Euro Suicide Prevention Pack Draws Attention▼More than 400 euros for a "suicide prevention pack". Sounds expensive, but it seems to be working so far. # thoughts # b
Discussion is circulating about a suicide prevention package priced at more than 400 euros. Commenters note the cost sounds steep, but report that it appears to be effective so far. The conversation touches on mental health, depression and access to prevention resources, with people weighing whether the price is justified by the results.
- 31New analysis tracks Germany's battery storage expansion●# Steady # Klimacrew Wie genau entwickelt sich der Ausbau von # Batteriespeicher n in Deutschland – und was verraten di
A researcher is analysing how battery storage capacity in Germany is developing, using raw data from the Bundesnetzagentur's Marktstammdatenregister. The work, shared with the Steady Klimacrew community, applies the same data-driven approach previously used to track the growth of balcony solar installations, aiming to show concrete trends in the rollout of stationary electricity storage.
- 32Dark poetic lyrics spark quiet music-break moment online●🎧 # music break Do you think, when they gouge out your eyes And place two jewels where your eyes once were Will you see?
An anonymous lyric from a French-language song about having one's eyes gouged out and replaced with jewels is being shared as a 'music break' post, asking whether blood, suffering and things that cannot be bought can be forgotten or sold. The verses read like a dark meditation on greed, memory and loss, and it is unclear which song or artist the lines come from.
- 33Paul Beckwith releases new video on declining dust levels●My new video… Dust in the Wind: Less than Before https:// youtu.be/i1nMtPbz2xk?si=tL9Yws Ktt5RhRDvx # climate # ClimateA
Climate scientist Paul Beckwith has published a new video titled 'Dust in the Wind: Less than Before', examining how dust levels in the wind are lower than in the past. The discussion points to connections between dust, deserts, drought and weather patterns across Africa and Asia, framed within the wider climate conversation.
- 34Europe urged to rethink response to Russian grey zone tactics●📰 Europe needs a new strategy for Russian grey zone aggression 🔗 https://www. atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukra inealert/eu
The Atlantic Council argues Europe needs a new strategy to counter Russian grey zone aggression, meaning hostile actions below the threshold of open war such as sabotage, disinformation and cyberattacks. The analysis, published on its Ukraine Alert blog, warns that current responses are inadequate and calls for a coordinated European approach to these destabilising tactics amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
- 35Poets share 'Bottle Meditation' haiga with beach photography●Bottle Meditation (C) Paul David Mena @ extraspecialbitter & Nara Moore @NaraMoore Image (C) Diana Savage - # HottoCocoa
Poet Nara Moore and Paul David Mena have released a collaborative haiga titled 'Bottle Meditation', pairing poetry with a photograph by Diana Savage. The piece, shared under the HottoCocoa tag alongside imagery of a dead crab on a beach, blends haiku tradition with photography, drawing modest attention from poetry and photography communities online.
- 36Scott Graffius promotes tech and business insights site●Explore https:// scottgraffius.com for unique resources and actionable insights on # technology and # business , includi
Scott Graffius is promoting his website, which offers resources and analysis on technology and business topics including AI, Agile, project management, teamwork and leadership. As an example of the content, he points to a talk on strategic alignment he gave at a PMI Silicon Valley event. The self-promotion has drawn only minimal attention so far, with a small number of likes and little visible discussion.
- 37EU negotiates new rules on cross-border investigative orders●Grenzenlos ermitteln, aber bitte nicht grenzenlos überwachen! Die EU verhandelt über neue Regeln für grenzüberschreitend
The EU is continuing negotiations on new rules for cross-border investigative orders, which would allow law enforcement authorities to access evidence more easily across member state borders. Digital rights advocates are warning that while cross-border investigations may be legitimate, the rules must not open the door to unlimited surveillance, and are calling for strong safeguards as the talks proceed.
- 38NHL season opens with hockey fiction tie-in chatter●The # NHL season starts today! That makes it a perfect day to check out The Head Game on # RoyalRoad . Lucas Reilly is a
The NHL season gets underway today, and hockey fans are marking the occasion by sharing a hockey novel, The Head Game on Royal Road. The story follows NHL superstar Lucas Reilly chasing the Stanley Cup as his younger brother Eric earns his first call-up, with the two meeting in the playoffs before a devastating hit changes both their careers. Readers are using the season opener as an excuse to recommend hockey fiction.
- 39What Survives The Morning: Reflections on the RNC Convention●What Survives The Morning # Trans # TransRights # LGBTQ # QueerNews # Politics # News # Journalism # HumanRights # Resis
An essay titled 'What Survives The Morning' is drawing attention for its critical take on the Republican National Convention, described scathingly as lackluster. The piece frames the convention within a broader discussion of trans rights, LGBTQ issues, human rights and democracy, urging resistance and solidarity. Readers in queer and progressive online communities are sharing and endorsing its political commentary.
- 40Dutch users react to documentary trailer on ongoing Gaza genocide●Ik had nooit gedacht dat ik ooit naar een trailer van een docu/film zou kijken over een genocide die… gaande is. Wat is
Social media users in Belgium and the Netherlands are sharing their shock at watching a trailer for a documentary about a genocide that is happening right now in Gaza. The reaction reflects broader unease about the war in Gaza, with commenters questioning what is happening to humanity and how the conflict is being documented in real time.
- 41Senate Bill Would Match First-Time Homebuyers' Savings Five to One●New Senate bill: first-time homebuyers who save up to $10,000 would get a 5-to-1 HUD match, capped at $50,000. Homes mus
A new Senate bill would give first-time homebuyers a 5-to-1 federal match on savings, administered by HUD. Buyers who save up to $10,000 could receive up to $50,000 toward a home. Only personal savings would qualify, and homes must be priced at or below the area median.
- 42Mortgage rates climb back above 7 percent▼The housing market is way out of whack - Mortgage rates rise again, hitting over 7% and depressing the housing market. h
Mortgage rates in the United States have risen again, moving above 7 percent and putting further pressure on an already strained housing market. Commenters describe the market as badly out of balance, with high borrowing costs discouraging buyers and worsening affordability. The development feeds into broader frustration over the ongoing housing crisis and the state of the economy.
- 43Insuretech Outmarket raises $34.5M months after prior round●Insuretech Outmarket raises $34.5M just months after prior round https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/28/insuretech-outmarket-
Insurance technology startup Outmarket has raised $34.5 million in fresh funding, coming just months after its previous financing round. The rapid follow-up signals strong investor appetite for the company, which operates at the intersection of insurance, fintech and AI. Details on lead investors and use of proceeds remain limited in the initial report.
- 44Spam email scores blog's 'AI readiness' at 56%●I got this spam email just now, and I am a little intrigued. My blog scored 56% on AI readiness (whatever the hell that
A blogger shared a spam email claiming their blog scored 56% on so-called 'AI readiness', a vague metric with no clear definition. The blogger refused to click any links, joking about wanting the score down to 0% and noting their blog contains old prompt-injection jokes that may have triggered it. The episode highlights a growing wave of AI-themed marketing spam preying on publishers' anxieties about how their content is used by AI systems.
- 45Gold Steady as Markets Await U.S. Economic Data●Gold Steady; Markets Await U.S. Economic Data https://www.wsj.com/finance/commodities-futures/gold-steady-markets-await-
Gold prices held steady in trading as investors refrained from major moves ahead of upcoming U.S. economic data releases. Traders are watching the figures closely for signals on the direction of interest rates and inflation, which typically influence demand for the metal. Commentators note markets are in a wait-and-see mode until the numbers come out.
- 46US foreign policy accused of terrorism and war crimes●The USA. # uspol # usa # terrorism # warcrimes # war # history
Posts are circulating in US political discussions characterising the United States as an actor associated with terrorism and war crimes, framing the claim in historical terms. The tags tie the conversation to ongoing debates about American military actions and their legacy. No specific incident, statement or report is cited alongside the accusation, so the substance of the debate remains undefined.
- 47Remembering Anna May Wong, Hollywood's First Asian-American Star●Remembering Anna May Wong, Hollywood’s First Asian-American Star “Wong provides us with a road map of how to forge ahead
Tributes and retrospectives are honoring Anna May Wong, widely recognized as Hollywood's first Asian-American movie star. Writers highlight how she forged a pioneering career despite the severe racial barriers of early Hollywood, with one remembrance noting that Wong 'provides us with a road map of how to forge ahead even under the most difficult of circumstances.' Readers are revisiting her legacy and its relevance to ongoing conversations about Asian-American representation in film.
- 48Italian site calls Baltic states' war warnings farce●https:// altrenotizie.org/le-farse-di-g uerra-dei-baltici-bellicosi/ # breakingNews # business # ukraine # tv # NATO
The Italian site AltreNotizie has published a piece titled 'Le farse di guerra dei baltici bellicosi', or 'The war farces of the belligerent Baltics', accusing the Baltic states of alarmism over the conflict in Ukraine. The article is being shared in posts tagged with Ukraine and NATO, reflecting ongoing debate about the Baltic countries' hardline stance on Russia and their calls for Western military readiness.
- 49Golf coach explains why wrong swings make you worse▼ゴルフが上手くなれないのには理由がありました#間違えた動きでボールを打つほど下手がかたまる#ゴルフ上達の盲点 # tenswing # 増田哲仁 # 腰痛からの解放 https://www. golftweet.com/644571/ #
Japanese golf instructor Masuda Tetsuhito says golfers fail to improve because the more they hit balls with incorrect movements, the more firmly bad habits become ingrained. He highlights a blind spot in golf improvement and promotes his "ten swing" method, which he also links to relief from lower back pain.
- 50Surveillance Firm Pitching Facial Recognition for Flock Cameras●Surveillance Company Tells Cops It Wants to Add Facial Recognition to Flock Cameras
A surveillance company has told police departments it wants to add facial recognition capabilities to Flock Safety's camera network, aiming to 'close the gap' that Flock itself does not fill. The pitch raises privacy concerns, as Flock's license plate readers are already deployed widely across US communities, and critics warn the expansion would dramatically increase mass surveillance of ordinary people without their consent.