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- 1Windows 11 still carries Windows 95's memory manager●Why Windows 11 still ships with Windows 95's memory manager hidden inside it
Windows Latest explains that Windows 11 still contains memory-management code dating back to Windows 95, a legacy component Microsoft has never fully replaced. The article traces why the decades-old manager remains embedded in the modern operating system, and readers are debating how much backward compatibility shapes Windows architecture and whether Microsoft will ever remove such old foundations.
- 2Artist shares daily spooky pixel art ahead of Halloween●In honor of Halloween, I'll post spooky artwork every day until the joyful day has come. The woman outside the second-fl
An artist is marking the run-up to Halloween by posting a spooky piece of artwork every day until the holiday arrives. The latest share is a 1-bit pixel sketch from 2008 depicting a woman standing outside a second-floor window. The countdown series is drawing attention from horror and pixel-art fans online.
- 3Developer's side project finds an open-source audience●Can't believe that a personal project of mine has 65 stars, 16 forks, and has received PRs from 8 people (other than me)
A developer known as Ben is celebrating unexpected traction for beansprout, a personal side project he built while exploring the river window manager. The project has drawn 65 stars, 16 forks, and pull requests from eight outside contributors, plus more than 400 downloads of its latest release. He says he never expected a personal experiment to attract an active community.
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SelectBlinds has unveiled The Martha Stewart Collection, a new line of custom window treatments carrying the lifestyle mogul's brand. The launch brings Stewart's design sensibility to blinds and shades sold direct to consumers online. It is the latest in a long series of brand partnerships for Stewart, whose name continues to be licensed across home goods, food and décor categories.
- 5Steam Client Update Boosts Vulkan Game Support on Linux●Latest # Steam Client Update Improves Support for Vulkan Games on Linux https:// 9to5linux.com/latest-steam-cli ent-upda
Valve has released a new Steam client update that improves support for Vulkan games on Linux, according to 9to5Linux. The change matters for Linux gamers and the Steam Deck, where Vulkan is the primary graphics API, as it should make more Windows-originating titles run more smoothly through Proton. Linux gaming outlets and open-source communities are sharing the news, reflecting continued momentum behind gaming on Linux.
- 6Folders: an esoteric programming language made of nested directories▼Folders : un langage ésotérique qui encode vos programmes dans des dossiers imbriqués, sans une ligne de texte. Seuls co
A developer has unveiled Folders, an esoteric programming language that encodes programs entirely in nested folder structures, with no text at all. Only the nesting depth and alphabetical order of folders matter; their names are ignored. On Windows, empty folders take no disk space, meaning such programs can exist invisibly. Programmers online are sharing and discussing the quirky project, the latest in a long tradition of joke and experimental languages that push the boundaries of what counts as code.
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Chivas de Guadalajara continue to make moves in their squad. Young player Diego Campillo is reportedly being followed by clubs in Greece, while names like Carrillo and Denzell also feature in the club's latest transfer news. Fans in Mexico and the United States are closely tracking Campillo's situation as rumors about a possible move abroad gain momentum.
- 8UN environment report maps path back to 1.5 degrees●Der neue Umweltbericht der # UN legt dar, was geschehen muss, damit die Welt auf einen 1,5-Grad-Pfad zurückkehrt (was nu
A new UN environment report outlines what is needed to return the world to a 1.5-degree emissions pathway, saying this is now only possible with a temporary overshoot of the limit. According to the findings, global emissions would have to fall by 45 percent by 2035. Commenters note that the energy transition is already working but must be accelerated further.
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Chelsea are being linked with a move for Alex Scott in the latest round of transfer rumours. The talk comes amid a busy stretch of Premier League speculation, with reports of Manchester United's January plans, Liverpool pursuing an English midfielder, Arsenal interest in Julian Alvarez, and Florian Wirtz rejecting a Premier League move. No official bid has been confirmed.
- 10Nvidia RTX Spark laptops go on sale with Blackwell GPU▼Nvidia's RTX Spark laptops are now on sale from six hardware partners, introducing the Blackwell GPU architecture to por
Laptops built around Nvidia's RTX Spark platform are now available from six hardware partners, bringing the Blackwell GPU architecture to portable Windows PCs for the first time. The launch marks Nvidia's effort to push its latest graphics and AI silicon into smaller, mobile form factors, and tech outlets are covering the rollout as a notable step for on-device AI and high-performance portable computing.
- 11Microsoft strips most Copilot shortcuts from OneDrive File Explorer●OneDrive loses bunch of Copilot shortcuts in File Explorer clear-out Microsoft keeps 'Ask Copilot' as dedicated actions
Microsoft has removed several Copilot shortcuts from OneDrive's File Explorer integration, keeping only the 'Ask Copilot' option as a dedicated action. The changes took effect between mid-November and early December. The tidy-up suggests the company is streamlining where its AI assistant appears in Windows, though some users may miss the quicker access points.
- 12Boland strikes as rain interrupts Australia-South Africa Test▼Australia’s Boland damages South Africa in brief respite from rain
Australia's Scott Boland damaged South Africa's batting during a brief window of play before rain again interrupted the Test match. Boland, known for his accuracy with the new ball, took wickets in the short respite, putting Australia in a strong position. The weather stoppage drew frustration as it repeatedly stalled Australia's momentum in the contest.
- 13Microsoft: October Windows Updates Can Break Exchange Server Email▼Microsoft Confirms October Windows Updates Can Break Exchange Server Email Services
Microsoft has confirmed that its October Windows updates can disrupt email services on Exchange Server. Administrators running Exchange on Windows Server are being warned that applying the latest cumulative updates may cause mail flow and related functionality to fail, forcing IT teams to choose between security patching and keeping email running. The company is expected to issue fixes or guidance as reports spread through the administrator community.
- 14Saturday Garden Blogging Turns to a Final Harvest Warning▼Saturday Morning Garden Blogging Vol: 22.42 - Last Call for Garden Goodies, the F-Word has Spoken
A long-running Saturday morning gardening column has published its latest edition, focusing on last-chance tasks for gardeners preparing for the colder months. The piece, framed as a 'last call' for garden goodies, blends seasonal advice with the columnist's characteristically frank commentary on the state of the garden as the growing season winds down.
- 15iPhone 17 preorder chaos traced to one Apple decision▼iPhone Duo preorder chaos came down to one decision Apple got very wrong
Apple's dual-iPhone preorder launch descended into chaos, and PhoneArena reports the problems came down to one key decision by the company that it got very wrong. Customers faced difficulties during the preorder process, prompting criticism of how Apple handled the rollout of its latest iPhone lineup.
- 16Proton-CachyOS 11.0-20261014 released●Proton-CachyOS: version 11.0-20261014 released https:// playingtux.com/en/articles/202 6/10/proton-cachyos-11-0-20261014
A new build of Proton-CachyOS, version 11.0-20261014, has been released. The project provides a custom Proton fork based on Wine and Vulkan, used to run Windows games on Linux systems including CachyOS. Linux gaming communities are sharing news of the update, which brings the latest compatibility and performance fixes to Steam users on Linux.
- 17Journal Star opens voting for Boys Athlete of the Week▼Vote for Journal Star Boys Athlete of the Week for Oct. 12-17, presented by CEFCU
The Peoria Journal Star has opened fan voting for its Boys Athlete of the Week award covering high school performances from October 12-17, with the poll presented by sponsor CEFCU. Readers can choose among standout local athletes based on their performances in fall sports during that week. It is the latest installment of the outlet's regular weekly recognition series for central Illinois prep athletes.
- 18Arsenal chase Barcelona wonderkid as transfer deadline gossip swirls●Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal want Barcelona wonderkid; shock Man Utd move; Scott to Chelsea; Liverpool latest https:// fe
Arsenal are reportedly tracking a Barcelona wonderkid as part of a busy day of transfer gossip that also includes a shock Manchester United move, Chelsea's pursuit of Scott, and the latest on Liverpool's business. The Standard is running live coverage of the transfer window, with fans following every rumour as clubs push to complete deals.
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Apple's latest iPhone pair, sold as a duo in its new lineup, sold out during pre-order in an unusually fast sellout. Demand reportedly outstripped initial supply, with many buyers facing delays before further stock arrives. The strong opening suggests continued robust appetite for the new models.
- 20Manchester United: JJ Gabriel update as Michael Carrick shares transfer hope●Man United latest: JJ Gabriel update emerges as Michael Carrick shares transfer hope https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.
New reporting from the Manchester Evening News on Manchester United covers an update on young talent JJ Gabriel, with former United midfielder Michael Carrick also commenting on his hope for the club's transfer business. The story combines news on the academy prospect with Carrick's outlook on incoming signings during the current window.