An OpenAI model solved a famous math problem that stumped humans for 80 years
I tried to explain OpenAI’s solution more clearly than OpenAI did.
What would you like to ask Robert Kubica?
On 9 June, Autosport will meet Robert Kubica for our newest ‘You Ask The Questions’ interview, as the Le Mans winner takes up the Sarthe challenge again.You, the Autosport reader, have the chance to ask any questions to Kubica, ranging from his Le Mans success to unlikely Formula 1 return followi...
NY-based Accenture worker alleges he was axed because of his dreadlocks
The Accenture corporate logo is featured at the reception desk of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on March 5, 2026. The ex-employee claims in a federal lawsuit his fortunes dimmed after growing dreadlocks. [ more › ]
Max Verstappen will “order a new back” for Monaco GP amid Red Bull ride woes
During the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen already indicated that riding bumps and kerbs remains one of Red Bull’s main weaknesses. It has been an Achilles’ heel for several years now, and despite the all-new technical regulations, that has not changed.“Anywhere that it’s bumpy is g...
Nigeria police warn against reprisal attacks against South Africans
Tensions have been rising in South Africa in recent weeks following several anti-migrant protests.
France seized sanctioned Russian oil tanker with UK help, Macron says
The French Navy conducted the operation with the support of allies including the UK on Sunday.
Federal housing cuts could leave 7K formerly homeless New Yorkers at risk
Eric Greene, 60, has been living in the Upper West Side in a single room for the last six years in a program run by Goddard Riverside. HUD is expected to issue a new funding request outlining the kinds of programs it will pay for next year by the end of Monday. [ more › ]
Asus just announced the OLED Xbox Ally X of my dreams
If you asked me what I'd change about the Xbox Ally X handheld - aside from fixing Windows, I mean - I'd tell you two key things. First, give me a bigger, better screen. Even a little bit bigger, so games feel less claustrophobic and with less ugly bezel. Second, get rid of the "Library" […]
Unastella, a South Korean rocket startup that launched from home, raises $24M
The Seoul-based rocket startup is developing its own launch vehicles and engines.
Get your next weather report from a Rothko painting
Sometimes a quick glance at the weather app is not enough to decipher what truly awaits outside the comfort of indoors. But now, a project is using an unexpected tool to tell users what the weather feels like outside your window—Mark Rothko paintings. A leading figure in Abstract Expressionism...
China just gave humanoids a national ID. What could go wrong?
The Chinese government has launched an official system to assign digital ID cards to all humanoid robots operating in its territory. It may seem surprisingly early, given that most robot deployments at this stage are very limited, but this urgent legislation is driven by a state that knows exactl...
Dangerous chemical plant disasters spotlight Trump’s deregulatory efforts
Critics are outraged that the Trump administration is moving to roll back chemical safety rules even as the U.S. faces deadly industrial chemical incidents. Last week, about 50,000 people were told to evacuate in Southern California because an overheating chemical tank was at risk of ex...
Trump’s Iran peace deal pits Republican vs. Republican
President Trump’s serious consideration of a peace deal with Iran that would open the Strait of Hormuz but also ease sanctions on Iran, a longtime U.S. adversary, is pitting Republican against Republican in a messy debate that will take over the Senate this week. Defense hawks led by Senate Armed...
Hackers more focused on misleading voters than ballot tampering: Report
Hackers and foreign influence operators are increasingly turning to misinformation campaigns to confuse and mislead voters rather than tampering with voting machines and ballots in the 2026 midterm elections, a new cybersecurity report found. The report, published Monday by cybersecurity firm Che...
Trump wades into GOP fight over prediction market regulation
President Trump is throwing his weight behind an effort to block state restrictions on prediction markets, as federal and state regulators vie for authority over the platforms in a legal dispute that has divided the GOP. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has brought cases against mo...
Becerra looks likely to pull off California comeback
Former Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra (D) looks poised to finish as one of the front-runners Tuesday in the race to succeed California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), a remarkable arc for the candidate who polled in just single digits a few months ago. De...
This week on the Hill: Reconciliation bill runs up against Republican infighting
Monday was supposed to be the deadline for getting an immigration enforcement funding package on President Trump’s desk. Instead, the Senate will return Monday evening, preparing for a showdown over the bill after negotiations on the measure blew up more than a week ago following the White Hous...
Five patients recover from Ebola in DR Congo and leave hospital
Those infected can get better and officials stress that people should seek medical help if they have symptoms.
US says it struck Iranian radar sites as Kuwait reports missile and drone attacks
Iran and the US say they have carried out fresh strikes around the Strait of Hormuz, with Kuwait condemning "repeated" Iranian attacks.
Boards of directors have critical new responsibilities in the AI era
“The pursuit of greater profits cannot justify choices that systematically sacrifice jobs, because the human person is an end, not a means, and the economic order must remain subordinate to human dignity and the common good.” —Pope Leo XIV, Magnifica Humanitas According to the people building ...
Overtake Mode helped ‘lock cars together’ in battle at Canadian GP | Formula 1
Formula 1's new Overtake Mode played a clear role in the battles for position at the Canadian Grand Prix, according to Mercedes' Andrew Shovlin.
14 high-achiever habits that lead straight to burnout
High achievers often mistake their most productive habits for the very behaviors driving them toward burnout. This article draws on insights from workplace psychology experts and organizational leaders to identify 14 common patterns that can create unsustainable work practices. Understanding thes...
Zee Lands FIFA Soccer Rights for India, Covering World Cups Through 2034 - Variety
Zee Lands FIFA Soccer Rights for India, Covering World Cups Through 2034 Variety
Why are large language models so terrible at video games?
Article URL: https://spectrum.ieee.org/ai-video-games-llms-togelius Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48354405 Points: 17 # Comments: 20
World Cup fans face staggering prices. Following your team to the 2026 final could cost over $30,000. - Business Insider
World Cup fans face staggering prices. Following your team to the 2026 final could cost over $30,000. Business Insider
Becoming a mentally healthy leader
Imagine you’re a manager in a meeting where the SVP shares bad news: The company is laying off 8,000 employees over the next two months. Your team will be affected. That’s all they can tell you. They’ll be back with an update in a few weeks. The room shifts. People tense up, fidget...
One by one, U.S. civil rights agency dismantles tools to fight discrimination
The EEOC is seeking to overturn rules created decades ago to tackle discrimination in employment. The Trump administration says those rules have led to more discrimination —against white people.
City Hall Made Her the Face of a Housing Solution. Now She’s All But Cut Out.
During the last mayor’s term, Sadé Singh was a face of the city’s push to allow more housing across the boroughs. Now, building that housing on her own property may be impossible. Singh, who lives in St. Albans, Queens, wanted homeowners like herself to be able to build backyard cottages and apar...
Cessation of public development of Kefir C compiler
Article URL: https://kefir.protopopov.lv/posts/announce2.html Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48354224 Points: 31 # Comments: 2