CDP and Komeito on the verge of forming new centrist party, reports say
The formation of a new party ahead of snap polls likely to take place in February would mark a stunning development that changes Japan’s political landscape.
NFL Divisional Playoff Picks, Predictions: Broncos vs. Bills
NFL experts predict the AFC divisional playoff game between the Denver Broncos and Buffalo Bills.
U.S. Senate narrowly blocks effort to rein in Trump's Venezuela war powers
The Republican president put pressure on party members who had supported it, causing two senators to change course, dooming the resolution.
All Tool Upgrades in Quarantine Zone The Last Check
Players need to earn research points to increase their zone level and upgrade their tools in Quarantine Zone: The Last Check - here's how.
U.S. to suspend immigrant visa processing for 75 nations
The move does not impact U.S. visitor visas, which have been in the spotlight given the United States is hosting the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics.
Bubblewrap: A nimble way to prevent agents from accessing your .env files
Article URL: https://patrickmccanna.net/a-better-way-to-limit-claude-code-and-other-coding-agents-access-to-secrets/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46626836 Points: 3 # Comments: 0
Mike Flanagan's Carrie: Perfect Replacement for Netflix's Canceled Show?
Netflix made one of its most controversial cancellations a few years ago, but Flanagan’s new Stephen King show fills the void the series left behind.
BTS set to return to Japan with world tour in April
After a nearly four-year hiatus and military service, all seven BTS members will reunite with a new album in March and a record-breaking world tour to follow.
Is passive investment inflating a stockmarket bubble?
Article URL: https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2026/01/14/is-passive-investment-inflating-a-stockmarket-bubble Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46626826 Points: 11 # Comments: 7
Can a hashtag help prevent atrocities? Study shows social media can be a powerful tool
Social media is often criticized for fueling misinformation and violence, but it could actually play a role in preventing genocide and mass atrocities—if used strategically.
2 held in Lucknow for killing friend over ‘who would arrange liquor’
Lucknow police swiftly apprehended two friends within 72 hours for the brutal murder of Sachin Tiwari. A drunken argument over alcohol escalated into a fatal assault, with the victim allegedly struck and then his throat slit. The accused then attempted to conceal the crime by burning the body, but w...
Feds face skeptical judge in lawsuit to overturn California's ban on masked ICE agents
Department of Justice lawyers argued at a hearing in Los Angeles on Wednesday that the state's first-of-its-kind ban on police face coverings could unleash chaos across the country if allowed to take effect.
Browsers have always worked one page at a time. That’s starting to change
Open a browser, click a link, and the current page is replaced by the next one. Despite decades of progress in web technologies, this interaction model has remained largely intact. Inside a browser tab, user interaction is still fundamentally sequential. This structure dates back to the earliest day...
3 AI ETFs Poised for 100% Surge as Tech Revolution Accelerates
Investors have been able to enjoy huge gains from artificial intelligence (AI) stocks. We're still in the early innings, though, and that means opportunities are still available.
Star Wars Teases New Kylo Ren Project After Legacy of Vader Finale
Even though Disney cancelled The Hunt for Ben Solo, it looks as though Star Wars is teasing an all-new Kylo Ren story in the near future.
Ravens owner makes outstanding Lamar Jackson contract stance
Bisciotti has made it clear that Lamar will be in Baltimore in 2026.
China tells its firms to not use U.S. and Israeli cybersecurity software: sources
Amid trade and diplomatic tensions between China and the U.S., Beijing has been keen to replace Western-made technology with domestic alternatives.
Diego Pavia Announces Career Decision After Final College Football Season
Vanderbilt Commodores star quarterback Diego Pavia has confirmed the 2025 season will mark the end of his college football career.
Warriors Trade Idea Reveals Cost to Acquire Michael Porter Jr.
With the Golden State Warriors kicking around the idea of adding Michael Porter Jr., a mock trade reveals his potential cost.
Davante Adams doesn't see the end of his career just yet
The veteran receiver believes he has more left in the tank.
Stunned Albanese says Coalition ‘playing politics’ as Ley calls hate speech reforms ‘pretty unsalvageable’
Opposition leader says government took ‘a month to deliver this bad bill’ as Labor criticises Liberal ‘hypocrisy’ on proposed hate lawsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe opposition leader, Sussan Ley, has said ...
Twenty one English councils ask for election delays
Nearly a third of eligible authorities have want to postpone local polls scheduled for May.
LeBron James Sends Clear Message on Austin Reaves Trade Idea
LeBron James responds to a Lakers trade idea suggested by his agent that would have Los Angeles acquire a two-time All-Star.
LeBron James Sends Clear Message on Austin Reaves Trade Idea
LeBron James responds to a Lakers trade idea suggested by his agent that would have Los Angeles acquire a two-time All-Star.
Portland man shot by Border Patrol pleads not guilty to assaulting agent
Luis David Nino-Moncada, shot the day after Renee Good was killed, denies using vehicle as weapon against officerA man shot and wounded by a Border Patrol agent during an immigration stop in Portland last week has plead not guilty to charges of aggravated assault against a federal officer and damagi...
Adelaide festival apologises to Randa Abdel-Fattah and invites her to participate in 2027 writers’ week
Apology comes as former Adelaide festival board member accuses Louise Adler of hypocrisy after she resigned citing free speech concernsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe new Adelaide Festival board has issued a public ...
‘Fallout’ Team Breaks Down ‘Very Jarring’ Episode 5 Betrayal
Ella Purnell, Walton Goggins and showrunner Geneva Robertson-Dworet also tease what's coming in Season 2 after Lucy's big reunion The post ‘Fallout’ Team Breaks Down ‘Very Jarring’ Episode 5 Betrayal appeared first on TheWrap.
Zoe Saldaña Reacts to Becoming Highest-Grossing Actor of All Time Following ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’: “Deeply Grateful”
The Oscar winner's films have reportedly amassed a combined total of $15.47 billion.
Time to end bid-rigging in Hong Kong with criminalisation and tougher enforcement
Recent events in Hong Kong, particularly the tragic blaze at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po last November, have focused society’s attention on reforms to the legal system, especially those concerning building management and maintenance. Corruption and improper practices in the tendering process for larg...
Without pension reform, China is leaving its rural elderly out in the cold
“Rural heating problems in Hebei cannot wait any longer” declared a recent report in Farmers’ Daily. It described a disturbing reality in parts of northern China: elderly villagers who would rather shiver through freezing temperatures than turn on their heaters, because they simply cannot affo...
I'm prepared to die for these limited edition Hatsune Miku Sony earbuds and I don't care who knows it
Sony has unveiled a new limited edition Hatsune Miku variant of its LinkBuds Fit earbuds.
Google plans to make Chrome for Android an agentic browser with Gemini
Google appears to be testing a new feature that integrates Gemini into Chrome for Android, allowing you to use agentic browser capabilities on your mobile device. [...]
Musk's xAI disables Grok's ability to create sexualized images of real people after backlash
X's safety account said in a social media post that no users will be able to create sexualized images of real people using Grok.
Iranian Oscar Winners Call for US Military Action: ‘A Moral Responsibility’ | Guest Column
Hossein Molayemi and Shirin Sohani say "the Iranian people cannot dismantle a regime that has made peaceful change impossible" on their own The post Iranian Oscar Winners Call for US Military Action: ‘A Moral Responsibility’ | Guest Column appeared first on TheWrap.
Iron Ore’s Strength Hard to Reconcile With Soft Chinese Demand
Iron ore’s robust start to the year continues to highlight what many observers deem to be a persistent mismatch between market pricing and conditions on the ground.
US releases legal memo citing justifications for Maduro’s capture
The document offers new insight into how the administration proceeded with the operation on January 3
Verizon outage affects over 2 million users: What 'SOS' means, refunds, more updates
If you see an SOS sign at the top of your phone, don't panic just yet. It's happening across the US.
Key quotes from President Trump's interview with Reuters
WASHINGTON, Jan 14 - U.S. President Donald Trump sat for an interview with Reuters in the Oval Office on Wednesday. Here are some key quotes:
What to know about Havana Syndrome and a device that might be linked to it
Years after the first reports of Havana Syndrome emerged, U.S. officials have obtained and are testing a device that could be linked to the debilitating condition.
Broncos legend discusses desire to return to team, but that ship has sailed
Von Miller would love to play for the Broncos again.
Can XRP Ever Hit $100?
XRP's recent price strength has reignited debate about its future upside story.
Recalled "super greens" supplement linked to dozens of salmonella cases, CDC says
Illnesses linked to the New York-based Live it Up Super Greens brand powder were reported in 21 states from Aug. 22 to Dec. 30, 2025.
Quarantine Zone has been patched so now you can actually detect people smuggling hand grenades in their butts
What's in your (prison) wallet?
Joel Embiid Reaches Legendary 76ers Feat vs Cavaliers
During the Sixers' match on Wednesday night, Joel Embiid reached a new milestone in his career.
Toyota Industries shares jump after Toyota Motor raises buyout offer to over $35 billion
Toyota Motor sweetened the tender offer price for buying out the carmaker by more than 15% to over $35 billion.
Trump says Iran regime could fail, blames Zelensky for stalemate, warns Republicans to be loyal
The wide-ranging interview also touched on the situation in Venezuela.
Trump says Iran regime could fail, blames Zelensky for stalemate, warns Republicans to be loyal
The wide-ranging interview also touched on the situation in Venezuela.
Ask HN: What is the best way to provide continuous context to models?
With research done till date, what according to you is the best way to provide context to a model. Are there any articles that go into depth of how Cursor does it?How do context collation companies work? Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46626639 Points: 3 # Comments: 1
Can biology reveal parental manipulation?
Parental alienation is when one parent manipulates the child into distancing themselves from the other parent. But does this leave detectable biological evidence?
Rural coworking spaces thrive on community ties and mixed funding models
Coworking spaces have emerged as an alternative to traditional workplaces. Driven by the COVID-19 pandemic and the rise of remote working, these spaces are becoming increasingly common in cities, as well as in rural areas, where they hold promise for community engagement and local development, but a...
Meta sets up 'top-level' Compute initiative to make sure its AI data centers get all the power they need - Zuckerberg promises 'tens of gigawatts this decade, and hundreds of gigawatts or more over time'
Meta Compute will oversee AI infrastructure expansion, unify leadership, and plan for tens to hundreds of gigawatts over the next decade.
All Base Upgrades in Quarantine Zone: The Last Check
As players increase their Zone Level in Quarantine Zone: The Last Check, they'll gain access to more upgrades - here's a detailed list.
Riverside Church Opens Defense in Child Sex Abuse Trial
Defense witnesses testify to having no knowledge of coach Ernest Lorch's alleged abuse of youth basketball players
Joel Embiid hits 76ers franchise milestone against Cavaliers
More franchise history for the big fella.
Newsom says he is blocking Louisiana's push to extradite doctor accused of mailing abortion pills
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he is blocking Louisiana's effort to extradite a California doctor accused of mailing abortion pills out of state
Grok stops users from making sexualized AI images after global backlash
Grok will no longer be allowed to edit photos of real people to show them in sexualized or revealing clothing.
Trump prevails in US Senate showdown over Venezuela war powers
US President Donald Trump’s pressure campaign to unify his party behind his takeover of Venezuela succeeded Wednesday when all but three Senate Republicans voted to block a resolution opposing further military action in the country. US Vice-President J.D. Vance broke a tie vote in order to stop th...
Trump says Zelenskiy, not Putin, is holding up a Ukraine peace deal
WASHINGTON, Jan 14 - U.S. President Donald Trump told Reuters that Ukraine - not Russia - is holding up a potential peace deal, rhetoric that stands in marked contrast to that of European allies, who have consistently argued Moscow has little interest in ending its war in Ukraine.
Costa Rica, weeks before election, hosts El Salvador President Bukele to inaugurate new mega-prison
SAN JOSE, Jan 14 - El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele inaugurated a new maximum-security prison in nearby Costa Rica on Wednesday, less than three weeks before Costa Ricans elect a new president in an election that has put crime front and center in campaigns.
Trump calls Minnesota ICE shooting 'sad to see on both sides'
WASHINGTON, Jan 14 - U.S. President Donald Trump struck a more conciliatory tone regarding an ICE officer's fatal shooting of a Minnesota mother, saying on Wednesday that it was \"sad to see on both sides.\"
Trump calls Minnesota ICE shooting ‘sad to see on both sides’
The US president called the shooting "unfortunate".
L.A. unions push new tax on companies with 'overpaid' CEOs
The proposal is sponsored by the "Fair Games Coalition," a collection of labor groups that includes the Los Angeles teachers union.
Most Open RPGs Of All Time
Open-world RPGs are one of the most popular genres in modern gaming, and these games take the concept of "open exploration" very seriously.
Prince Andrew's New Home: Marsh Farm Renovations
After being stripped of his titles, Prince Andrew is reportedly relocating to Marsh Farm on the Sandringham Estate, with extensive renovations.
BOJ puts self defense ahead of solidarity with Fed's Powell
The BOJ's decision not to sign the statement was in line with its long-held practice of withholding comment on controversial topics, analysts say.
Tom Brady Delivers Message to Chiefs Star Travis Kelce as Rumors Grow
As Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce weighs retirement, football icon Tom Brady compliments Kelce.
John Forté dead at 50: How a musical prodigy went from poverty to Fugees to prison to Martha's Vineyard
John Forté, a Grammy-nominated musician who saw a 14-year federal prison sentence commuted halfway through by President George W. Bush, was found dead at home.
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Game Rant reveals an exclusive new trailer for Return to Silent Hill, which gives a sneak peek at James Sunderland getting his iconic radio.
AI may be everywhere, but it's nowhere in recent productivity statistics
Forrester principal analyst JP Gownder says jobs eaten by bots don't come back Interview Analyst firm Forrester’s vice president and principal analyst J. P. Gownder remains unconvinced that AI will revolutionize productivity.…
2 huge roster decisions could define new Ravens HC
What the franchise does will be interesting.
Eagles veteran’s retirement decision gets update from NFL insider
Is Brandon Graham going to call it a career again? An NFL insider shed some light on the Philadelphia Eagles pass rusher's mindset.
Bruno Mars Adds 30+ New Dates to ‘The Romantic Tour’
Bruno Mars has added 30+ new dates to his 2026 “Romantic Tour,” announced earlier this week, which marks his first full headline tour in nearly a decade. Produced by Live Nation, the 2026 tour will be his first full headlining stadium tour, spanning nearly 70 shows to date across North America, ...
‘Late Shift’ Director Breaks Down Her Swiss Film’s Spin on ‘The Pitt’
Petra Volpe's Oscar-shortlisted film follows an overburdened healthcare worker through a single shift The post ‘Late Shift’ Director Breaks Down Her Swiss Film’s Spin on ‘The Pitt’ appeared first on TheWrap.
Odd 'David vs. Goliath' post has Broncos, Bills fans confused
The playoffs are about to heat up.
Haiti drone operation strikes home of gang leader 'Barbecue'
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Jan 14 - Haitian security forces on Wednesday bombed three houses belonging to top gang leader Jimmy \"Barbecue\" Cherizier, local outlet Gazette Haiti reported on Wednesday, after unverified footage showed a large explosion in the capital Port-au-Prince.
Trump questions Reza Pahlavi's ability to garner support in Iran
WASHINGTON, Jan 14 - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Iranian opposition figure Reza Pahlavi \"seems very nice\" but expressed uncertainty over whether Pahlavi would be able to muster support within Iran to eventually take over.
Chinese Navy’s goal of projecting power farther ashore gains steam
Long thought to be an ultimate ambition of Beijing, this may become a reality much sooner than anticipated.
Is Coca-Cola Still 1 of the Best Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever?
Investors can certainly appreciate this company's stable and predictable nature.
Where did the Browns rank on ESPN’s NFL rookie class list? Cleveland nearly takes #1 spot
Find out how Cleveland pulled off a feat unseen since 1970 by leading the team in passing, rushing, receiving, and tackles with rookie players."
Liberian man arrested in Minneapolis raid was regularly checking in with authorities, lawyer says
The Liberian man arrested over the weekend after heavily armed immigration agents used a battering ram to break through the front door of his Minneapolis home had been checking in regularly with federal authorities for years, his attorney said
Are AI health coach subscriptions a scam? My verdict after testing Fitbit's for a month
Is Fitbit Premium, and its Gemini smarts, enough to justify its price? Here's my buying advice.
Uganda to vote in tense election clouded by succession questions
KAMPALA, Jan 15 - Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni is seeking to extend his rule into a fifth decade in an election on Thursday with internet restricted across the country following an often violent campaign.
‘The Masked Singer’ Reveals Identity of Croissants: Here Are the Celebrities Under the Costumes
SPOILER ALERT: Details follow from Season 14, Episode 2 of “The Masked Singer,” “Fear Night,” which aired Jan. 14 on Fox. More details coming at 9 p.m. ET. Todd and Julie Chrisley, who were fully pardoned by Donald Trump last year after the reality stars were convicted of tax evasion and ban...
‘Masked Singer’: Todd and Julie Chrisley on Performing “Jailhouse Rock” and Advice from Trump Post-Prison Release
"I think from the very beginning, we embraced it," Julie told The Hollywood Reporter of their performance on the reality series.
Akshay Khanna's character to return in 'Dhurandhar 2' on popular demand - Report
Akshaye Khanna's unforgettable portrayal of Rehman Dakait is reportedly making waves again in 'Dhurandhar 2', the sequel to Aditya Dhar's box-office sensation. Although his character seemed to meet a tragic end in the first installment, the filmmakers are devising innovative flashbacks and reshoots ...
How well do you know classic videogame cheats? See if you can answer these 10 tricky questions
Turn on big head mode and root around in there for the answers to these questions about classic cheat codes and console commands.