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GitHub - Wack0/entii-for-workcubes: PowerPC Windows NT ported to Nintendo GameCube/Wii/Wii U

A comprehensive guide detailing NT operating system compatibility and installation procedures for Nintendo GameCube, Wii, and Wii U (vWii) systems. The documentation covers supported hardware configurations, driver requirements, and step-by-step installation instructions while highlighting potential limitations and build requirements.

How the British Broke Their Own Economy

The UK faces severe housing and energy shortages due to post-WWII policies that made construction and development extremely difficult. Restrictive regulations, particularly the 1947 Town and Country Planning Act, have led to declining homeownership rates, skyrocketing housing prices, and reduced energy production capabilities. These challenges stem from excessive bureaucratic control and environmental regulations that hinder new developments.

GitHub - tearflake/flake-ui: fractal-structure inspired, parent-children orbiting, zooming-elements based graph visualization user interface

FlakeUI is a Javascript-based graph user interface utilizing fractal structures and orbiting elements for unique content navigation. The interface enables content exploration through zoomable, orbiting ovals arranged in parent-child relationships, controlled by five simple gestures. Content management involves XHTML pages structured through XML files, making it suitable for recurring visitors exploring curated web links or hierarchical catalogs.

Ex-SAP CTO walks away with €7.1M payout after scandal

Former SAP CTO Jürgen Müller received a €7.1 million payout after leaving the company following a harassment incident at a company event. SAP executives Scott Russell and Julia White also departed with significant severance packages, while the company reported strong financial performance with cloud revenue reaching €29.96 billion in 2024. The company's share value increased by 50% over the year.

Kasey Hou

A repairable flatpack toaster project demonstrates the feasibility of DIY-assemblable consumer electronics, challenging traditional manufacturing approaches while addressing e-waste concerns. The design allows users to assemble and repair their toasters, extending product lifespan through repair-oriented design and circular economy principles. User testing revealed positive engagement with the assembly process, increased repair confidence, and changed perceptions about appliance complexity.

James Harrison, whose blood donations saved over 2 million babies, has died

James Harrison, known as the 'Man with the Golden Arm,' passed away at 88 after donating blood and plasma 1,173 times over 64 years, saving 2.4 million babies through his rare anti-D antibody. His donations were crucial in preventing haemolytic disease in newborns, particularly helping Australian mothers, and his legacy continues through ongoing scientific research to synthesize his antibody.

GDPNow

GDPNow provides real-time forecasts of GDP growth using a methodology similar to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, with the latest estimate showing -2.8% growth for Q1 2025. The model aggregates forecasts of 13 GDP subcomponents using public data and bridge equations, achieving an average absolute error of 0.77 percentage points since 2011.

SQLite-on-the-Server Is Misunderstood: Better At Hyper-Scale Than Micro-Scale

SQLite's strengths shine particularly well at scale, offering advantages like dynamic scaling, infinite cheap databases, and global distribution through platforms like Cloudflare Durable Objects and Turso. The SQLite-per-partition approach provides local ACID transactions and efficient I/O, making it a viable alternative to traditional partitioned databases for large-scale deployments.

Hacking the Xbox 360 Hypervisor Part 2: The Bad Update Exploit

An in-depth exploration details how a security researcher discovered and exploited vulnerabilities in the Xbox 360 hypervisor using encrypted memory attacks and race conditions. The researcher successfully developed a software-only exploit chain that achieves hypervisor code execution through a bootloader update payload, though with relatively low success rates and temporary effects.

The Golden Age of Japanese Pencils, 1952-1967

A detailed history of Japanese pencil manufacturing from 1952-1967, focusing on the rivalry between Tombow and Mitsubishi that led to groundbreaking innovations in pencil technology. The period marked significant advancements in manufacturing processes, design, and quality standards, culminating in the creation of two legendary pencils: Hi-Uni and MONO 100. Despite market changes, these pencils remain industry standards and continue to be manufactured today.

Smart Pointers Can't Solve Use-After-Free

Smart pointers in C++ cannot fully prevent use-after-free vulnerabilities due to internal raw pointers in types beyond user control. Examples with std::vector, std::span, and std::lock_guard demonstrate how iterator invalidation and pointer mismanagement can still lead to memory safety issues regardless of smart pointer usage.

Mapping the French Culinary Network

An analysis of French culinary networks using LeFooding.com reviews reveals over 5000 connections between restaurants and staff, mapped through advanced language models and data visualization techniques. The project demonstrates how LLMs can extract structured information from restaurant reviews to create an interactive network visualization, highlighting professional relationships in the French culinary scene.

The “strategic reserve” exposes crypto as the scam it always was

The US Government's announcement to purchase cryptocurrencies with taxpayer money contradicts crypto advocates' previous claims about independence from government control. The move suggests a potential last-resort effort to sustain crypto prices as the speculative bubble may be nearing its end, raising concerns about widespread economic impact.

Apple's Software Quality Crisis: When Premium Hardware Meets Subpar Software

Recent experiences with iPad Air 11" M2 reveal significant performance issues, including lag and overheating, particularly when using Apple's native applications like Notes and Freeform. Multiple software updates and hardware replacements have failed to resolve these problems, suggesting a broader decline in Apple's software quality that affects the premium user experience.

YOUTH

A writer reflects on his unfulfilled ambition to become a published author at a young age, exploring the relationship between youth, creativity, and success. The narrative delves into the universal experience of aging and the loss of potential, while examining how society values achievements differently based on the age at which they occur.