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- 1Kitchen Tester Names Three Gadget Types Not Worth Buying●I Test Kitchen Tools for a Living — These 3 Types of Gadgets Aren’t Worth the Drawer Space
A Food & Wine kitchen tools tester says three types of gadgets do not earn their place in the drawer, based on hands-on testing experience. The piece argues many single-use devices duplicate what basic equipment already does. Home cooks are sharing and debating which tools they regret buying.
- 2Claim that Lord Victor Rothschild spoke twice in 50 years in Lords●Hey @Grok Lord Victor Rothschild sat in the House of Lords for over 50 years and only spoke twice. Both times in 1946. O
Posts claim Lord Victor Rothschild sat in the House of Lords for more than 50 years and spoke only twice, both in 1946 — once supporting a Jewish homeland in Palestine and once backing compulsory milk pasteurization. Users are asking the Grok AI bot to verify the claim, with some linking the pasteurization point to debates over raw milk.
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Swedish TV personality Pernilla Wahlgren is at the centre of a public family dispute with her daughter Bianca. Viewers are criticizing comments Wahlgren made to Bianca, with some asking who would speak that way to their own daughter. Bianca has responded angrily, reportedly calling her mother a narcissist, and the exchange is fueling wide discussion in Swedish media.
- 4Senator Padilla's call to investigate Elon Musk draws backlash●Senator Padilla's 'Investigate Elon Musk' Post Draws Backlash
US Senator Alex Padilla has publicly called for an investigation into Elon Musk, prompting immediate criticism from opponents who accuse him of political grandstanding. Supporters argue scrutiny of the billionaire's business and government ties is warranted, while critics say the move targets a political adversary. The dispute has reignited debate over Musk's role in public life.
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Movistar Plus is drawing attention in Spain for its new thriller miniseries, which holds a 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics quoted in Spanish media call it 'raw but essential' viewing. Meanwhile, channel La Séptima is reportedly finalising deals to expand beyond terrestrial TV and reach viewers through Movistar Plus, Digi TV, Vodafone TV and even YouTube.
- 6US startup criticized for plan to reflect sunlight from space onto Earth▼Sunlight at night: US startup’s demonstration of lighting Earth from space draws criticism
A US startup carried out a demonstration of artificial sunlight at night, using mirrors in orbit to imitate the reflection of the sun and illuminate parts of Earth from space. The test has drawn pushback from scientists, environmentalists and residents in California, who raised concerns about light pollution and the consequences of tampering with natural darkness.
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The Carabao Cup quarter-final draw is drawing attention from English football fans as the competition reaches its latter stages. Ahead of the draw, Liverpool are set to host Chelsea and Manchester City face Brighton in fourth-round ties, and supporters are now debating who will go furthest and which teams could make the semi-finals.
- 8Black Memphis voters may get a representative accused of working against them●NEW: In a Newly Drawn District, Black Voters May Get a Representative Who Spent Years Undermining Their Interests --- Br
Brent Taylor, a Tennessee state senator, is the front-runner for a Memphis congressional district that was recently redrawn from majority Black to majority white. ProPublica reports that as a state senator, Taylor spent years taking positions seen as undermining the interests of Black voters, who could now find themselves represented by him. The report is drawing scrutiny to how redistricting shaped the race and to Taylor's legislative record.
- 9Halloween cartoon of marshmallow smelling revenge●Smelling revenge. # grickledoodle # marshmallow # horror # halloween # october # horror # cartoon # drawing # art # funn
Cartoonist Graham Annable, known for his Grickle comics, shared a new Halloween-themed sketch showing a marshmallow character out for revenge, playing on the idea of a roasted marshmallow getting back at its tormentor. The darkly funny seasonal doodle is being shared and liked by readers enjoying spooky October humor online.
- 10900-Acre Solar Farm Planned Near Mesa Verde National Park▼A 900-acre solar farm could be built near Mesa Verde National Park. Here’s why it’s drawing attention
A large-scale solar farm covering roughly 900 acres is proposed for land near Mesa Verde National Park in southwestern Colorado. The project is drawing attention because of its scale and its proximity to the federally protected archaeological park, raising questions about visual impacts, land use, and renewable energy development in the region. Details about the developers and approval process remain limited.
- 11Divers encounter cuttlefish in the Gili Islands●Always strange, the cuttlefish # gili # giliislands # lombok # diving # scuba # trawangan # diveandstay # giliair # sing
A diver shared an encounter with a cuttlefish while scuba diving in the Gili Islands off Lombok, Indonesia, calling the animal "always strange". The post highlights the area's reputation as a diving destination, with tags pointing to sites around Gili Trawangan and Gili Air, popular among dive operators and visiting divers from Singapore and elsewhere.
- 12AI-generated food images plague Just Eat listings●Need a giggle this Monday? AI slop has infiltrated takeout site Just Eat offering potential customers tiger prawns with
Takeout platform Just Eat is drawing ridicule after users spotted listings using obviously AI-generated images, including tiger prawns advertised alongside actual tigers and a children's margarita complete with a lime slice. The flawed pictures have become a source of online amusement, with people sharing the most absurd examples as evidence of low-quality AI content creeping into everyday shopping sites.
- 13Pirate Adley swims in a beach storm and spots a shark●WHAT WAS THAT?! Swimming in a Beach Storm! Pirate Adley uses a nose straw to blow bubbles! Shark!
The family adventure channel Shonduras has released a new episode in which young Adley, dressed as a pirate, swims during a beach storm and uses a so-called nose straw to blow bubbles underwater before what looks like a shark appears. The video has drawn well over a million likes, with viewers reacting to the stormy swimming and the shark scare.
- 14Paper straws worse for environment than plastic, study finds●Paper straws worse for the environment than plastic ones, says study
A new study concludes that paper straws may be more harmful to the environment than plastic ones, challenging the assumption behind widely adopted plastic straw bans. The finding has prompted debate about whether alternatives like paper straws actually reduce environmental harm or simply shift it elsewhere, with many questioning the sustainability choices made by businesses and governments.
- 15Artist releases holographic Capybara Zodiac Virgo sticker●Sticker of the Day! This is my holographic sticker based on my drawing of Virgo from the Capybara Zodiac Collection! htt
Artist Joyous Joyness is showcasing a new holographic sticker in her Capybara Zodiac Collection, this time depicting Virgo. The design is based on her own drawing of a capybara reimagined as the zodiac sign and is sold through her online shop. The piece sits within a wider series pairing each astrological sign with the popular animal.
- 16Tutorial on safely opening glass ampoules draws large audiences●How to Open a Glass Ampoule Safely & Draw Medicine | IM Injection Step by Step | NCLEX 2026
A nursing tutorial showing how to open a glass ampoule safely and draw up medicine for an intramuscular injection, step by step, is attracting major attention ahead of NCLEX 2026 preparation. Viewers are using it to review practical injection technique and medication-handling skills commonly tested in nursing exams.
- 17Inktober artist draws silkscreen penguins with bat'leths●For today's # inktober drawing, I'm celebrating some progress with silkscreen printing by drawing some batleth wielding
An artist is marking her progress in silkscreen printing with an Inktober drawing of penguins wielding bat'leths, the curved Klingon swords from Star Trek, rendered in bright colors. She shared an in-progress image publicly, with the finished piece available to backers on Patreon and Ko-fi. It is a lighthearted entry in the annual October drawing challenge.
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Roma forward Stephan El Shaarawy has become a father, sharing the news on social media alongside his partner Ludovica. He called the arrival of his child "the greatest gift". Congratulatory messages have been pouring in from fans and the football community.
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Professional wrestling is drawing heavy attention this week after a stacked run of shows. WWE RAW featured Liv Morgan defending the Women's Title against Becky Lynch, a no DQ match between Bayley and Lyra, and Gable and Lee against Ethan and Cass. NXT fans debated Kelani's status, while AEW's Grand Slam France saw Will Ospreay fend off Kazuchika Okada atop a well-received card, earning strong grades from reviewers.
- 20Brawl Stars animation introduces Vince and his family●Meet Vince and his family! (Brawl Stars Animation)
Supercell's Brawl Stars has released a new animated short introducing Vince and his family, drawing millions of likes from the game's fanbase. Viewers are reacting to the characters' designs and story, and fans are speculating about whether Vince could appear in the game as a playable brawler or star in future animated content.
- 21Organized Severe Thunderstorms Not Expected Today●Organized severe thunderstorms are not expected today. # WeatherAwareDay # weather # wx # SPC # SevereWeather # tornado
Weather watchers are passing along the Storm Prediction Center's outlook that organized severe thunderstorms are not expected today. The update covers risks such as tornadoes, damaging wind and hail, telling followers no widespread severe weather is anticipated for the day.
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WWE RAW is coming to Fresno, and fans are searching for event details as Liv Morgan trends in the US. Local coverage outlines what attendees need to know, including parking fees at the venue and how many tickets remain. Wrestling fans are discussing the card and whether Morgan will appear, driving online interest ahead of the show.
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The draw for the second round of the FA Trophy has been made, with non-league clubs across England, including AFC Telford United, learning their opponents in the knockout competition. Supporters are checking who their sides will face next as the tournament progresses and lower-division clubs chase a potential run at Wembley.
- 24Ultrawealthy Emit More Carbon Than Nearly Half of Humanity●The Ultrawealthy Produce More Carbon Pollution Than Nearly Half of Humanity
New reporting highlights the stark carbon footprint of the ultrawealthy, whose emissions are said to exceed those of nearly half the world's population combined. Private jets are identified as one of the biggest sources of their emissions, alongside other luxury consumption habits. The findings are fuelling renewed debate about wealth inequality and individual responsibility for climate change, with critics calling for higher taxes and restrictions on private aviation.
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Swedish singer Oscar Zia is in the spotlight from two directions: he has released a new EP, telling QX that the community is 'a bit messed up by all the possibilities', and he appears alongside Edvin Törnblom in SVT's new series 'Boyfriends', which premieres with the pair describing it as 'raw and naked'. Swedish media are also covering the state of Zia's and Törnblom's relationship after a widely reported heartbreak.
- 26Intelligent Drawing Robot Delights Viewers in Live Art Session▼funtime with this intelligent drawing robot #live #diy #drawing #art
An intelligent drawing robot is entertaining a large live audience with real-time sketches, drawing wide attention among art and DIY fans. Viewers are tuning in to watch the machine create artwork on its own, with the broadcast drawing well over a million engagements as the device demonstrates the growing role of robotics in creative work.
- 27New Markdown blogging platform claims near-perfect PageSpeed score▼Show HN: I built a Markdown and raw HTML blog platform scoring 99 on PageSpeed
A developer has launched Bloffy, a blogging platform that supports Markdown and raw HTML and reports a PageSpeed score of 99. The project was shared on Hacker News as a 'Show HN' submission, where makers typically present their work for feedback and discussion from the technical community.
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Search interest in Becky Lynch has risen as WWE brings an episode of RAW to Fresno, California. The Fresno Bee published a viewer guide covering what fans need to know ahead of the show, including parking fees and the availability of remaining tickets. Local wrestling fans are looking up event details, and Lynch remains one of the promotion's most prominent stars.
- 29Inktober artists take on 'Dumb' prompt with Beavis and Butt-Head sketches▼Inktober 2026 Day 27: Dumb # art # artist # illustration # illustrator # drawing # sketch # sketchbook # creative # inkt
Inktober 2026 participants are marking day 27, whose prompt word is 'Dumb'. Artists are sharing traditional pen-and-ink sketches on the theme, with at least some drawing on 1990s slacker pop culture such as Beavis and Butt-Head fan art. The annual October drawing challenge continues to draw illustrators posting their daily linework and sketchbook pieces online.
- 30Apple's Foldable iPhone Duo Faces Early Screen Cracking Complaints▼Apple’s Foldable iPhone Duo Draws Early Complaints of the Screen Cracking
Early buyers of Apple's foldable iPhone Duo are reporting complaints about the screen cracking, according to a Bloomberg report. The issue has surfaced shortly after the device's launch, raising questions about the durability of Apple's first foldable display. The reports have sparked discussion about whether the problem is widespread and how Apple will respond to affected customers.
- 31Gardener finds clay olla teeming with life●Water is indeed life. I uncovered the banana olla so I could refill it and for the first time, noticed it crawling with
A gardener refilling a buried clay irrigation pot, known as an olla, found it crawling with life: sweet potato vine roots had grown into the pot's neck and fungi spotted its exterior. The post celebrates the healthy soil ecosystem that ancient olla irrigation can support in a home garden.
- 32Wired Reviews the Wallhack M-001 Gaming Mouse●Wired reviews the Wallhack M-001 and finds a gaming mouse that prioritizes feel over specs - a tactile customization don
Wired has published a review of the Wallhack M-001, a gaming mouse that prioritizes how it feels over raw specification numbers. The reviewer highlights a tactile customization dongle and a metal chassis, concluding that it is one of the more enjoyable mice to use. The review is drawing attention among gaming peripheral enthusiasts interested in design and comfort rather than headline specs.
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Canadians are searching for the Lotto Max draw time as tonight's draw offers a record jackpot. The top prize has reached an unprecedented amount, drawing unusually high interest from players across the country. Outlets including NTV News are reminding buyers to get their tickets before sales close ahead of the draw.
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Attention is on the Carabao Cup as the fourth round concludes and the draw for round five approaches. Coverage includes predictions for all eight fourth-round fixtures, with fans and outlets speculating about which clubs will advance and who could meet in the quarter-finals.
- 35Roman Reigns and Sami Zayn clash in war of words on Raw●Roman Reigns and Sami Zayn engage in a disrespectful war of words: Raw highlights, Oct. 19, 2026
Roman Reigns and Sami Zayn traded heated insults in a confrontational promo segment on the October 19, 2026 episode of WWE Raw, described as a disrespectful war of words between the two stars. Fans are reacting to the sharp exchanges and what the confrontation could set up for a future match between them.
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A 27-year-old German man died after a brawl at a punk festival, with reports suggesting a Nazi song or Hitler greeting sparked the confrontation. Outlets including WELT, FOCUS Online and BILD report that prosecutors have opened an investigation into the death and that a suspect described as a neo-Nazi is alleged to have beaten the victim. The case has renewed attention on the band Krawallbrüder and right-wing extremism at music events.
- 37Workers grapple with bosses who send AI-written messages●Ask HN: How do you deal with AI output of your boss?
A question circulating among tech workers asks how to handle receiving managers' communications that appear to be raw AI output. The discussion touches on workplace communication quality, with respondents sharing strategies for responding to generic, machine-generated OKRs, emails and feedback from supervisors, and debating whether to raise the issue directly or quietly adapt.
- 38GB men struggle after Richardson withdrawal as women take silver●GB men 'on back foot' after Richardson withdrawal, but women take silver https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cycling/articles/ck
Great Britain's men have been left 'on the back foot' at the Olympics cycling competition following the withdrawal of athlete Richardson, the BBC reports. The British women's team, by contrast, delivered a positive result, taking silver in their event. Attention is now on how the men's squad regroups after losing a key rider, while the women's medal offers a lift.
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WWE is releasing updated ticket sales figures for tonight's episode of RAW, according to a report from Figure Four Weekly/Wrestling Observer. The update comes as fans check availability for the October 26, 2026 show, with attention focused on how the event is drawing ahead of broadcast time.
- 40Cartoonist shares humorous Cthulhu Halloween selfie doodle●Cthu-selfie. # grickledoodle # halloween # october # lovecraft # cthulhu # cartoon # art # drawing # funny # humor # hor
Cartoonist Graham Annable, known for his Grickle doodles, has shared a new Halloween-themed cartoon titled "Cthu-selfie", imagining H.P. Lovecraft's monstrous Cthulhu taking a selfie. The drawing has drawn warm engagement from readers, with many appreciating the mix of horror and humor during the Halloween season.
Repos
- sanxchep/licasa Open-source image viewer and editor for Ubuntu 24.04. View HEIC, AVIF, JPEG XL, RAW previews, and Motion Photos in fulls
- enesozturk/dimensional-drawing Create Apple style dimensional drawings of UI components.
- kitlangton/scrawl Show an agent a problem: mark up, record, send
- mksglu/context-mode Context window optimization for AI coding agents. Sandboxes tool output (98% reduction), persists session memory, and
- storytold/lightcraft LightCraft: An open-source non-destructive photo editor written by scratch in pure Rust
- zolagonano/RawLink A reliable encrypted transport with built-in SSH obfuscation
- outcrawlai/scout Scout: the open-source browser agent, by Outcrawl. Mirrored automatically from Outcrawl's own repository.