1. Repair Cafe – Fix Your Broken Items (www.repaircafe.org)

Repair CafΓ© is a global initiative that promotes the culture of repair. Join us in fixing things together and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Repair CafΓ© encourages community members to come together to repair broken items, fostering a culture of sustainability and collaboration. Participating not only helps reduce waste but also builds valuable skills and connections within the community.

3. Claude: Degraded Performance for Multiple Models (status.claude.com)

Claude's Status Page - Degraded performance for multiple models.

Several models under Claude are currently experiencing degraded performance, as noted on the status page. Users may want to check for updates on the situation and any potential impact on their applications.

4. California's new tire efficiency rules could save drivers $1B a year (grist.org)

The nation’s first tire efficiency standards target an overlooked drag on fuel economy that can cost drivers more at the pump.

California’s new tire efficiency standards aim to improve fuel economy by addressing tire-related factors that contribute to higher fuel costs. This initiative could potentially save drivers up to $1 billion annually.

6. Claude Code Teaching macOS to Natively Print to the HP Laser 1008a (cdn.kuber.studio)

A ~4-hour Claude Code session, rendered as it happened: reverse-engineering an SPL3 laser, beating the USB sandbox, HP

A recent coding session focused on making the HP Laser 1008a work natively with macOS, highlighting the challenges of reverse-engineering the printer’s SPL3 language and overcoming USB restrictions. This detailed account offers insights into the technical process and problem-solving involved.

7. Show HN: Shoehorn – Quantize any model down to run on your machine (notactuallytreyanastasio.github.io)

Solves a per-tensor quantization that uses 99.99% of your exact VRAM budget β€” every spare megabyte spent where it buys the most quality. macOS, Linux, and Windows.

Shoehorn is a tool that allows users to quantize machine learning models for local use on Mac, Linux, and Windows, featuring an intuitive GUI for easy setup. The project shows promising results and is detailed in its GitHub documentation, making it a practical resource for developers looking to optimize model performance.

8. US announces new sanctions on top ICC figures (www.bbc.com)

The Trump administration has vowed to dismantle the international court "brick by brick".

The Trump administration is intensifying its stance against the International Criminal Court by implementing new sanctions on key figures. This move aligns with its broader goal of undermining the court’s authority and operations.

10. Deus Ex creator Warren Spector is retiring from game development (www.videogameschronicle.com)

There are three games he’d still like to make, but feels he’s β€œdone what I set out to do”…

Warren Spector, known for his influential work on the Deus Ex series, is stepping away from game development after achieving his goals in the industry. He mentions three projects he still hopes to create, hinting at unfulfilled ambitions before his retirement.

11. 2,500-year-old sculpture discovered at UNESCO site in Turkey (www.theartnewspaper.com)

The statue gives new insight into the ancient Lydian civilisation, Turkey’s culture ministry says

A newly uncovered 2,500-year-old statue sheds light on the ancient Lydian civilization, offering valuable insights into Turkey’s rich historical heritage.

15. Show HN: Openleetcode – local LeetCode runner where tests live in the repo (github.com)

we have democratized the LeetCode tests. Contribute to therepanic/openleetcode development by creating an account on GitHub.

Openleetcode allows developers to run LeetCode problems locally using a command-line interface, supporting around 1,400 problems across multiple programming languages. While still in its early stages, it promises future updates to include additional problem types and features.

16. IBM Simon (1994): the original smartphone, explained in its own ad [video] (www.youtube.com)

IBM Simon from Bellsouth. Learn all about the features this smartphone has to offer!

The IBM Simon, launched in 1994, was the first smartphone, and its ad highlights the innovative features that set it apart from traditional mobile phones. Discover how this groundbreaking device paved the way for the smartphones we use today.

18. Launch HN: machine0 (YC S26) – Persistent CPU and GPU VMs from the CLI (machine0.io)

Designed for agents using CLI or MCP. Up to 60 vCPUs, 240 GB RAM & H200s. Billed by the minute.

machine0 offers a command-line interface to easily create persistent cloud VMs, providing options for significant processing power at competitive rates. With features like minute-based billing and high uptime, it’s designed for users needing reliable compute resources for long-duration tasks.

20. Wellington second-hand bookstore's mysterious orders (www.rnz.co.nz)

Book Haven in Wellington's Newtown started to receive more orders than it could possibly handle.

A second-hand bookstore in Wellington has been inundated with mysterious orders that exceed its capacity. The unexpected surge has left the shop owners puzzled about the source and motivation behind the demand.

22. One Oakland police officer made $490k in overtime (oaklandside.org)

One OPD officer logged 5,242 total working hours, racking up $490,000 in overtime pay. If he worked more than half of the time in a calendar year, why can't the city tell us what he did?

An Oakland police officer earned nearly half a million dollars in overtime by logging over 5,200 hours in a year, raising questions about transparency in city payroll practices. The article scrutinizes the circumstances behind such extensive overtime.

24. Ranking the Most Brilliantly Colored Birds with Data (moultano.wordpress.com)

Finding beautiful birds with data, and the ethics of converting preferences into math

A new analysis combines data and ethics to rank the world’s most vividly colored birds, examining how subjective beauty can be quantified. Discover the intriguing intersection of aesthetics and mathematics in this unique study.

25. The 37signals Manager Playbook (basecamp.com)

Everything you need to know about managing people at 37signals.

Gain insights into the management philosophy at 37signals, including strategies and principles that guide their approach to leading teams effectively. This playbook offers valuable lessons for anyone looking to improve their management skills.

26. Companies promote incompetent employees to management tolimit damage they can do (lawsofsoftwareengineering.com)

Companies tend to promote incompetent employees to management to limit the damage they can do.

Many organizations elevate less capable workers into management roles as a strategy to minimize potential harm within their teams. This practice raises questions about workplace dynamics and the impact on overall company performance.

27. Ask HN: Ive quit six systems for tracking my illness. What works?

A college student shares their struggle with tracking their illness using various methods, from apps to paper journals, and seeks advice on effective strategies. They are also working on a new solution to help others in similar situations, inviting discussion on innovative tracking techniques.

28. GitHub degradation affects Cursor Origin, its new Git platform (status.cursor.com)

Cursor's Status Page - GitHub degradation affecting some Cursor services β€” Automations, Cloud Agents, Codebase.

Cursor is currently experiencing service disruptions due to a degradation in GitHub, impacting its automations, cloud agents, and codebase functionalities. Users relying on these features may face interruptions as the issue unfolds.

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