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1. 

   Dev Community @[email protected]

   2026-10-27

   I keep my drafts as Markdown files with a short front matter block at the top. It holds the title, a one-line description that ends up as the meta description, and a few tags. When a piece is ready, the static site generator or the blogging platform reads those fields and builds the page from them.

   The trouble is that front matter is the part I look at least. I spend hours on the body and about ten seconds on the block above it. So the mistakes pile up there: a title that grew while I was editing and is now far too long for a search result, a description I meant to write later, a tags line I left empty.

   None of this is hard to fix. It's just easy to miss. So I wrote a short script that reads every draft in a folder and tells me what's missing or too long.
   

   What it checks

   
   I kept the rules deliberately small:

   • Every file starts with a front matter block between two --- lines.
   • title, description and tags are present and not empty.
   • The title is 60 characters or fewer.
   • The description is 155 characters or fewer.

   The two length limits are rough guides, not official numbers. Search engines cut titles and snippets by display width, not by a fixed character count, so treat them as a "probably too long" warning. Change them to whatever your platform or site uses.

   A draft that passes looks like this:

   ---
   title: How I name my draft files
   description: A simple naming pattern that keeps a folder of drafts easy to search.
   tags: [writing, workflow]
   ---
   Body text starts here.

   The script

   
   It uses only the standard library, so there's nothing to install.

   #!/usr/bin/env python3
   """Flag Markdown drafts with missing or overlong front matter fields."""
   import sys
   from pathlib import Path

   REQUIRED = ["title", "description", "tags"]
   MAX_TITLE = 60
   MAX_DESCRIPTION = 155

   def read_front_matter(text):
   lines = text.splitlines()
   if not lines or lines[0].strip() != "---":
   return None
   fields = {}
   for line in lines[1:]:
   if line.strip() == "---":
   return fields
   if ":" in line:
   key, value = line.split(":", 1)
   fields[key.strip()] = value.strip().strip('"').strip("'")
   return None # no closing ---

   def check(path):
   problems =
   [] fields = read_front_matter(path.read_text(encoding="utf-8"))
   if fields is None:
   return ["no front matter block"]
   for key in REQUIRED:
   if not fields.get(key):
   problems.append(f"missing {key}")
   title = fields.get("title", "")
   if len(title) > MAX_TITLE:
   problems.append(f"title is {len(title)} characters (max {MAX_TITLE})")
   description = fields.get("description", "")
   if len(description) > MAX_DESCRIPTION:
   problems.append(
   f"description is {len(description)} characters (max {MAX_DESCRIPTION})"
   )
   return problems

   def main():
   folder = Path(sys.argv[1] if len(sys.argv) > 1 else ".")
   found = 0
   for path in sorted(folder.rglob("*.md")):
   for problem in check(path):
   print(f"{path}: {problem}")
   found += 1
   sys.exit(1 if found else 0)

   if __name__ == "__main__":
   main()

   read_front_matter returns None when there's no opening --- or no closing one, and a dictionary of fields otherwise. check turns that into a list of plain-language problems. main walks the folder recursively with rglob, prints one line per problem, and exits with status 1 if anything was found.
   

   Running it

   
   Save it as check_front_matter.py and point it at your drafts folder:

   python3 check_front_matter.py drafts

   With one good file, one file with a long title and no description, and one file without front matter, the output looks like this:

   drafts/long-title.md: missing description
   drafts/long-title.md: title is 83 characters (max 60)
   drafts/no-front-matter.md: no front matter block

   Each line starts with the file path, so in most editors' terminals you can click straight through to the file. When everything passes, it prints nothing and exits with 0.
   

   Making it hard to forget

   
   If your drafts live in a git repository, the exit code means you can run the check before every commit. Put this in .git/hooks/pre-commit and make it executable with chmod +x .git/hooks/pre-commit:

   #!/bin/sh
   python3 check_front_matter.py drafts

   If the script finds a problem, git stops the commit and shows the list. When I really do want to commit a half-finished draft, git commit --no-verify skips the hook for that one commit.

   I don't always want that level of strictness. On some projects I just run the script by hand before I move a file into the "ready" pile, and that's enough.
   

   What it doesn't do

   
   This is not a real YAML parser. It reads simple key: value lines, one per field. If you write tags as a block list:

   tags:
   - writing
   - workflow

   the script sees an empty tags: line and reports it as missing. If that's how you write front matter, either switch to the inline [writing, workflow] style or install PyYAML and use yaml.safe_load on the block instead of the loop.

   It also can't tell whether a description is any good. It only knows that one exists and isn't too long. Writing a description that makes someone want to read the piece is still my job. The script just makes sure I don't publish without one.

   That's the part I like about small checks like this. They take the boring, forgettable items off my mind, so the attention I have left goes to the writing itself.#python #markdown #writing #productivity #software #coding #development #engineering #inclusive #community
   A small Python check for front matter in a folder of Markdown drafts

   #binsh #usrbinenv #productivity #markdown #inclusive #engineering
2. 

   DoRaleigh @[email protected]

   2026-10-27

   Raleigh Government Events Guide October 27, 2026 Edition

   Raleigh’s government calendar for Tuesday, October 27, 2026, includes meetings focused on Dix Park, planning, housing, the environment, public art and police advisory work. Two City Council committee meetings are listed as cancelled.

   Here’s your DoRaleigh guide to the day’s scheduled meetings and what to check before attending or watching.

   Morning Meetings: Dix Park and Planning

   Dix Park Commission Meeting

   Time: 9 a.m.
   Category: Boards and Commissions

   The Dix Park Commission is scheduled to meet Tuesday morning. Residents interested in Dix Park can review the meeting agenda for the specific topics scheduled for discussion.

   Planning Commission

   Time: 9 a.m.
   Category: Boards and Commissions

   The Planning Commission also meets at 9 a.m. Residents following development and land-use issues should check the agenda for the cases and items before the commission.

   Planning your morning: These meetings start at the same time. Confirm locations and viewing options before deciding which to follow.

   Two Raleigh Council Committee Meetings Cancelled

   The following meetings are listed as cancelled for October 27:

   • Community Safety and Quality of Life Committee Meeting: Originally scheduled for 11:30 a.m.
   • Economic Development and Innovation Committee Meeting: Originally scheduled for 1:30 p.m.

   Check the City of Raleigh calendar for future meeting dates and any rescheduling announcements.

   Afternoon Meeting: Housing and Environment

   Housing and Environment Committee Meeting

   Time: 4 p.m.
   Category: Council and Council Committee Meetings

   The Housing and Environment Committee is scheduled to meet Tuesday afternoon. Residents interested in these policy areas can review the agenda to see which matters are scheduled for consideration.

   The supplied calendar does not identify individual agenda items or anticipated actions.

   Evening Meetings: Public Art and Police Advisory Work

   Public Art and Design Board Meeting

   Time: 5 p.m.
   Category: Boards and Commissions

   The Public Art and Design Board is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. Check the meeting agenda for the projects and topics scheduled for review.

   The supplied listing includes a “Virtual Meeting Link” label but does not provide a URL. Visit the official event listing to locate the correct access information.

   Police Advisory Board Subcommittee Meeting

   Time: 5 p.m.
   Category: Boards and Commissions

   A Police Advisory Board subcommittee meeting is also scheduled for 5 p.m. Review the official event page for the subcommittee’s agenda, location and participation details.

   Because both evening meetings begin at the same time, check viewing options and the availability of meeting materials if you want to follow both.

   How to Follow Raleigh Government Meetings

   Before attending or watching a meeting:

   • Confirm its status. Check for cancellations, time changes or other updates.
   • Review the agenda. Calendar titles alone do not identify specific proposals, cases or votes.
   • Check the location or virtual access details. Meeting addresses and access URLs were not included in the supplied information.
   • Confirm public participation rules. A scheduled meeting does not automatically mean public comment will be offered.

   Visit the City of Raleigh website⁠ and search the meeting title to find its official listing and available materials.

   Stay Connected With Raleigh Civic News

   Tuesday’s schedule offers opportunities to follow Raleigh’s public spaces, planning, housing, environmental policy, public art and police advisory work. Remember that the Community Safety and Quality of Life Committee and Economic Development and Innovation Committee meetings are cancelled.

   Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

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   This guide is based on the supplied City of Raleigh calendar information. All times are Eastern. Confirm meeting details with the city before making plans.

   #CityOfRaleigh #DixParkCommission #DoRaleigh #events #HousingAndEnvironmentCommittee #News #October2026 #PoliceAdvisoryBoard #PublicArtAndDesignBoard #RaleighCivicEngagement #RaleighGovernment #RaleighGovernmentMeetings #RaleighMeetingCancellations #RaleighPlanningCommission

   #cityofraleigh #dixparkcommission #doraleigh #events #housingandenvironmentcommittee #news
3. 

   The New Mars @[email protected]

   2026-10-26

   Artemis Plan Analysis?

   I thought a Cargo Starship was pushing Orion to Lunar Orbit, where Orion would dock with the HLS Starship.
   ‘Maybe Angry is right: the Block 3 HLS Starship will push Orion to Lunar Orbit, where the astronauts will transfer…why wouldn’t they transfer to the HLS in high-LEO…?’

   https://youtu.be/fZ8HF5hY4Sw

   I shared my concerns about risking human astronauts onboard unprepared spacecraft in the previous comment. Previously, I pointed out that the risk of top-heavy landers is not as great as Angry makes it out to be.
   ‘But Angry says it is risky, maybe he is right, but I asked AI if the height of any of the previous landers was in any way the cause of the crash…’
   Previously I commented about refueling at higher LEO, but then I thought it would take too much fuel to get the fuel there. Angry talks about boil-off, which I think is an engineering issue that has been or can be reduced.??
   v3 Starship payload is 100t+, and v4 is 200t+, so who knows how much fuel it can take to LEO?

   Bonsai 27B Prompt:
   Pasted transcript: Write a review of the video as an AI Scientist for a futurist.
   @Web Fact-Checking via Google Search: Share insights about the use of billionaire contractors.

   Bonsai Said:
   🚀 AI SCIENTIST REVIEW: Artemis Acceleration Plan Analysis

   ⚠️ CRITICAL FINDING: ARCHITECTURAL PHYSICS VIOLATIONS

   The video presents a detailed technical critique of NASA’s proposed 2028 lunar landing timeline. My analysis confirms the presenter raises substantially valid engineering concerns, though some claims require independent verification against primary sources.

   ✅ Verified Technical Claims:

   1. Delta-V Budget Crisis: The video correctly identifies that Starship cannot execute the original Apollo-style mission profile (launch to NRH, wait for crew, descend to lunar surface, return to NRO) due to insufficient propellant efficiency in deep gravity wells.
   2. Orbital Refueling Bottleneck: The thermodynamic analysis of liquid cryogenic fuel boil-off is accurate. Passive thermal management limits mean weeks of staging with continuous propellant loss (0.5-1% daily), creating a compounding deficit that requires 12+ rapid launches to fill a single depot.
   3. SLS Limitations: The Space Launch System was never designed to deliver Orion directly to low lunar orbit, only to its planned NRH trajectory. Forcing this creates structural inefficiency.
   4. Dynetics Alpaca Superiority: The historical rejection of Dynetics’ Alpaca lander for SpaceX’s top-heavy design is well-documented and represents a clear example of political/business influence overriding engineering best practices.

   ⚠️ Unverified/Overstated Claims Requiring Independent Verification:

   1. Kathy Leers Conflict of Interest: The claim that the HLS contract awarding official left NASA shortly after making the decision is compelling but requires primary source verification (internal memos, congressional testimony).
   2. Blue Moon Maturity Timeline: While Blue Origin’s delayed development is well-documented, specific claims about PDR/CDR status require confirmation against official NASA milestone trackers.
   3. “Elon Musk is lying” about 6-8 refueling flights: This is a strong assertion that should be cross-referenced with SpaceX’s own technical presentations and peer-reviewed orbital mechanics analyses.

   📊 FUTURE PROJECTIONS (2028-2040)

   Near-Term (2028-2031): The 2028 Target

   The video’s skepticism is well-founded from a physics standpoint. However, historical precedent shows NASA can accelerate programs when political will is extreme:

   • Apollo was originally planned for 1963; actual landing was 1969 (6-year delay)
   • Artemis I flew in 2022 despite planning delays of ~4 years

   Verdict: A 2028 target is optimistically aggressive but not impossible if SpaceX achieves its rapid cadence and Blue Origin’s backup plan matures simultaneously. However, the physics gaps are real and require either:

   • Breakthrough in cryogenic storage/refueling technology
   • Additional SLS launch capability
   • Acceptance of a more complex, multi-year staging architecture

   Medium-Term (2031-2040): Moon Base Viability

   The video correctly identifies that corporate-driven timelines create structural instability. However, it misses a critical insight: the 2028 target may actually be a strategic signaling device rather than an engineering commitment.

   Projected trajectory:

   • 2028-2030: LEO-only Artemis 3 mission (as proposed) — achievable with current capabilities
   • 2031-2033: First crewed lunar landing — likely possible but high-risk
   • 2034+: Permanent lunar presence — requires massive infrastructure investment

   🧠 FUTUREURIST ANALYSIS FRAMEWORK

   DimensionCurrent State (2026)Projected Trajectory (2040)Key Risk FactorsHuman PresenceLEO-only missionsLunar surface operationsFunding volatility, political cyclesPropulsion TechnologyMethalox rockets dominantPotential for nuclear thermal/electric hybridsRegulatory hurdles, safety certificationInfrastructureEarth-orbit prototypesPermanent lunar habitatsRadiation, life support, resource extractionGovernanceNASA-led with private partnersLikely multi-stakeholder or internationalJurisdictional conflicts, liability frameworks

   💡 ACTIONABLE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FUTUREPLANNERS

   1. Monitor 2028 Mission Architecture: The LEO-only Artemis 3 design is a testbed for docking and life support integration. Success validates the entire architecture; failure cascades to all future missions.
   2. Track Refueling Milestones: SpaceX’s ability to achieve high-frequency orbital refueling will be the single biggest determinant of whether lunar landings are feasible.
   3. Prepare for Political Cycles: Space programs are highly sensitive to political leadership changes. Build contingency plans for 4-8 year funding cycles.
   4. Diversify Partnership Portfolios: Over-reliance on any single contractor (even SpaceX) creates systemic risk. Maintain qualified backup options.

   📝 CONCLUSION

   The presenter’s critique is primarily valid from an engineering and physics perspective, though some claims require independent verification. The 2028 timeline is optimistically aggressive but not impossible, contingent on SpaceX achieving unprecedented launch cadence and solving refueling bottlenecks.

   For futurists: This video represents a critical inflection point in human spaceflight — where political ambition meets physical reality. The tension between corporate-driven speed and engineering discipline will define the next decade of lunar exploration.

   🏗️ INSIGHTS ON THE USE OF BILLIONAIRE CONTRACTORS

   🔍 Structural Overview

   Billionaire-owned companies and individuals increasingly function as alternative contractors, bypassing traditional procurement systems and creating a parallel contracting ecosystem with distinct characteristics.

   Key Characteristics:

   • Capital-Rich: Access to deep pockets of capital enables rapid prototyping and high-risk experimentation
   • Speed-Oriented: Bypasses traditional procurement cycles (months/years → weeks/months)
   • Vertical Integration: End-to-end control from vision to execution
   • Political Influence: Often maintain significant government relationships

   ⚖️ Evidence-Based Analysis

   Case StudyKey InsightRisk ProfileSpaceX & Unpaid Bills (Fast Company, 2024)$2.5M+ in liens filed by contractors; delayed paymentsHigh financial risk to smaller contractorsAnduril’s Autonomous Development (Forbes, 2022)Builds weapons tech independently without waiting for Pentagon requirementsInverted contracting model — high reward, high riskMercor’s Wage Reductions (Forbes, Nov 2025)Young billionaire co-founders slashed contractor wages by ~33% after project cancellationLabor relations crisis; experience gap concernsLegalist’s Government Contracts (Business Insider, Aug 2025)Received $100M+ in government contracts via Peter Thiel’s fellows networkPolitical dependency creates vulnerability to policy shifts

   📈 Comparative Analysis: Traditional vs. Billionaire Contractors

   FactorTraditional ContractorBillionaire-Owned ContractorFunding SourcePublic/private sector bidsFounder equity/VC backingTimeline PressureProject-driven, risk-mitigatedFounder-driven urgencyRisk AllocationShared with clientsHeavily on founder/companyRegulatory OversightStandard contracting lawsMinimal, novel legal structuresScale ConstraintsLimited by company size/infrastructureLimited only by capitalGovernanceBoard oversight, fiduciary dutiesFounder-centric decision making

   🔮 Future Trajectory (2030-2045)

   1. AI-Augmented Contracting: Machine learning will optimize contractor allocation, predict payment risks, and automate compliance tracking — reducing the “unpaid bills” problem seen in SpaceX cases.
   2. Decentralized Workforce Models: Blockchain-based smart contracts may improve transparency for gig/contractor economies, though regulatory frameworks lag far behind technological capability.
   3. Geopolitical Dependencies: Billionaire contractors handling government contracts will face increased scrutiny as they influence critical infrastructure, defense, and media — creating conflicts of interest that policymakers must address.
   4. Global Supply Chain Reconfiguration: Billionaire-backed tech companies increasingly bypass traditional supply chains entirely, creating new vulnerabilities and opportunities in manufacturing and resource allocation.

   ⚠️ Critical Risks to Monitor

   1. Contractor Exploitation: Unpaid bills, wage reductions, and poor payment practices are emerging patterns that could normalize across industries
   2. Experience Gaps: Young billionaire founders may lack the institutional knowledge required for large-scale project management, leading to catastrophic failures when political cycles shift
   3. Single-Point Dependency: Over-reliance on any single contractor (even SpaceX) creates systemic risk — a lesson learned from the Apollo program and modern government contracting

   📚 Further Reading & Verification Sources

   • Fast Company: “‘We never got paid’: SpaceX contractors call out unpaid bills” (May 2024)
   • Forbes: “Facebook Made This 29-Year-Old Rich; War Made Him A Billionaire” (June 2022) — Anduril analysis
   • Forbes: “The World’s Youngest Self-Made Billionaires Just Slashed These Workers’ Wages by a Third” (Nov 2025)
   • Business Insider: “How DOGE Boosted Legalist’s Government Contracts Business” (Aug 2025)

   🔚 FINAL ASSESSMENT

   YouTube Video: Represents a critical analysis of NASA’s lunar program timeline. The presenter’s physics-based critique is largely accurate, though some specific claims require independent verification. This video captures a pivotal moment where political ambition meets engineering reality in the space race.

   Billionaire Contractors: Represent an emerging parallel contracting ecosystem with distinct characteristics — faster but riskier, more innovative but potentially exploitative. The trend suggests that future infrastructure development will increasingly be driven by billionaire-backed entities rather than traditional contractors, creating both opportunity and vulnerability in global systems.

   #Artemis #Contractors #Spacex #Starship #ANGRYASTRONUAT #AstroAngry #TheAngryAstronaut #moon #NASA #news #science #space #spacex #technology

   #technology #space #science #news #nasa #moon
4. 

   WE AND THE COLOR @[email protected]

   2026-10-26

   GG Hiro Font Family by GG Design

   GG Hiro Individual Styles sells the complete GG Hiro family for $34. Six weights, each with a matching italic, and twelve files in total. That price matches the companion listing, GG Hiro – Variable, which packs the same twelve styles into a single variable TTF. These aren’t two tiers of the same font. They’re the same design shipped in two different formats, and the format changes how the font actually behaves once it leaves Creative Market.

   The font family is available on Creative Market.

   I went through both listings, the licensing tiers, and the file specs to work out which format actually fits which job.

   GG Hiro font family by GG Design. The font family is available on Creative Market.

   What’s Actually Different Between Individual Styles and Variable?

   Both products cost the same across every license tier: $34 for desktop, $28.90 for webfont on sale, $45.90 for e-pub, and $266.90 for an app license. But that’s not all. Both cover the same six weights: Light, Regular, Medium, Semibold, Bold, and Extrabold, each with an italic. Both list the same 400-plus glyphs and the same 43 supported languages.

   The real difference sits in the file architecture. Individual Styles ships as twelve separate static font files, one per weight and italic combination, packaged together at 1.49 MB and listed on Creative Market as created October 13, 2026. Variable compresses the same range into one 139.26-kilobyte file, first listed back in April 2025. That’s roughly a tenfold gap in download size for functionally the same type family.

   The Deployment Fit Framework: Picking Between Static and Variable

   Call this the Deployment Fit Framework, my own shorthand for matching a font’s file format to where it gets used, not an official classification anyone outside this review would recognize.

   Static files earn their place in legacy design software without variable font support, in print workflows that need one guaranteed weight without interpolation, and in apps that embed a single font file and never touch the rest of the family. A print shop setting a wedding invitation in one licensed Semibold cut doesn’t need the other eleven styles sitting in the file.

   Variable earns its place on the web, where font-variation-settings lets one file cover a page running headlines at Extrabold and body copy at Regular. It also wins anywhere file weight affects load time, since loading six static weights on one page multiplies HTTP requests that a single variable file avoids entirely.

   Why the File Size Gap Matters More Than It Looks

   The static package totals 1.49 MB across all twelve styles. The variable file does the identical job in 139.26 KB, under a tenth of the size. On a website pulling in several weights for one layout, that gap is the difference between one font request and several, each carrying its own file and its own render-blocking risk.

   For a desktop workflow installing two or three weights once and never touching the rest, the size difference barely registers. Nobody notices 1.49 MB sitting in a font folder. They notice it in a Lighthouse score.

   The Diacritic Honesty Score: Does GG Hiro Actually Cover 43 Languages?

   This is the Diacritic Honesty Score, my own framework for checking a multi-language claim against a font’s revision history instead of taking a spec-sheet number at face value.

   Both listings claim support for 43 languages, from Spanish, German, and French down to less common entries like Zazaki, Gagauz, and Tlapanec. The Variable listing’s own changelog shows a September 2026 update flagged specifically for improved diacritics, four months before Individual Styles even went live on October 13. Since both products draw from the same underlying design, that revision work applies to the individual styles too, not just its sibling listing.

   I didn’t test all 43 languages against native speakers, and nobody reviewing a $34 font realistically does. But a foundry that keeps revising diacritics after launch is treating the claim as a working feature, not a line copied into a product description.

   Where Individual Styles Actually Earns Its Keep

   GG Design points this version at logo design, print media, souvenirs, merchandise, and website or social images, the same use cases listed for the Variable file. The practical edge shows up in production, not in the use-case list itself. A packaging project that only ever touches Bold and Extrabold can ship those two files and skip the other ten. A brand guideline PDF built in older InDesign versions that predate variable font support gets static files that just work, no compatibility questions asked.

   Who Should Buy the Variable File Instead?

   Anyone deploying primarily to the web should lean toward Variable. One file covering all twelve styles through CSS beats loading individual static files for each weight a page actually uses, and the price difference is zero either way.

   That’s the strange part of this comparison. GG Design charges the same $34 regardless of format, so the decision isn’t really about cost. It’s entirely technical: static files for guaranteed compatibility and selective deployment, one variable file for web performance and dynamic weight control.

   GG Hiro Individual Styles at a Glance

   SpecDetailDesignerGianfrancesco Gullo, GG DesignClassificationSerif, display-leaningFormatStatic family, 12 separate files (6 weights, upright and italic)Styles includedAll 12, in one $34 purchaseFile size1.49 MB (full package)Glyph count400+Language support43 languagesDesktop license$34.00Webfont license$28.90 (sale)E-pub license$45.90 (sale)App license$266.90 (sale)ListedOctober 13, 2026Companion formatGG Hiro – Variable, same 12 styles, single 139.26 KB file, same $34 The font family is available on Creative Market.

   Frequently Asked Questions About GG Hiro Individual Styles

   Does GG Hiro Individual Styles include every weight?

   Yes. One $34 purchase includes all six weights, from light through extravagant, each with an upright and italic cut, and twelve files total.

   What’s the difference between GG Hiro Individual Styles and GG Hiro Variable?

   Both include the same 12 styles for the same $34. Individual Styles ships as 12 separate static files. Variable packs everything into one variable font file.

   Which version is smaller to download?

   Variable, by a wide margin. It totals 139.26 KB in one file, against 1.49 MB for the full static package.

   Which version should I use for a website?

   Variable generally works better for web deployment, since one file covers every weight through CSS and cuts the number of font requests a page needs.

   Which version should I use for print or legacy software?

   Individual Styles, since static files work reliably in design software that doesn’t support variable font technology.

   What languages does GG Hiro support?

   43 languages, including English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and less common entries like Zazaki and Gagauz.

   Feel free to browse WE AND THE COLOR’s Fonts category for more.

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   #font #fontFamily #GGDesign #GGHiro #serifFont

   #seriffont #gghiro #ggdesign #fontfamily #font
5. 

   Maude Nificent @[email protected]

   2026-10-25

   4/5 #Auspol #GodAndDemocracy

   “They had a similar background and outlook in other ways, too, including their north-western Sydney upbringing and a small-business mindset.”
   That involvement has continued to the present day, with current federal Liberal leader Angus Taylor regularly praising the Brethren and calling out one of the church’s charities, the Rapid Relief Team, for its work in the community.
   Reflecting on John Howard’s involvement with the Brethren over the course of his political career, a spokesman for the former prime minister tells The Saturday Paper that the characterisation of him in Bachelard’s book “is like a curate’s egg – it’s good in parts”.
   “Many of the economic views attributed to him only evolved over time. He has constantly said that he did not bring rigid ideologic attitudes with him into parliament,” the spokesman says.
   “Mr Howard adheres strongly to the view that individual Australians or groups are free to either offer or receive help from others during the course of election campaigns – provided all conduct is within the law.”
   In an opinion piece published in The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald earlier this month, former Western Australian Liberal senator Linda Reynolds revealed how in the final weeks of the campaign a senior party official asked her to meet two men described as small businesspeople wanting to help. She recognised them as Brethren members and said they were seeking confidential campaign information and individual logins to Feedback, the party’s voter-contact system, so they could phone voters from their own premises.
   Reynolds refused. While she was assured the party would “turn off” its involvement with the Brethren in Western Australia, she soon saw Brethren members arrive in growing numbers at pre-poll booths, briefed by people who weren’t part of the Liberal Party’s local campaign teams, making other volunteers feel uncomfortable and at times intimidated.

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   When Reynolds raised her concerns in the party room, some colleagues accused her of religious discrimination, an attack line used repeatedly by Coalition members of the Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters as they tried to mitigate or deflect questions to Bruce and Gareth Hales and other witnesses during other public hearings.
   Even though Reynolds did not allege specific misconduct, she noted that the church’s submission to the committee inquiry denied coordinating its members while acknowledging the many Brethren volunteers “clearly were” coordinated.
   “So, if the church did not co-ordinate them, who did?” Reynolds wrote.

   According to another Liberal moderate from New South Wales, whenever the Liberal Party turns to the Brethren, it ends up backfiring.

   cont 5/5

   #auspol #godanddemocracy
6. 

   Dev Community @[email protected]

   2026-10-25

   Your Python code works. It’s also slower than it needs to be. 🐢

   If you work in AI or data, you’ve probably lived this loop:

   Prototype in Python because it’s fast to write.
   Hit a performance wall.
   Rewrite the hot paths in C++, Rust, or CUDA.
   Now you maintain two languages, two toolchains, and a fragile bridge between them.

   This is often called the two-language problem. It costs teams time, hiring flexibility, and a lot of debugging hours. Mojo is an attempt to fix it at the root.

   What is Mojo?

   Mojo was created by Modular, co-founded by Chris Lattner, who also created Swift and LLVM. It combines Python-like syntax with systems-level performance and memory safety ideas inspired by Rust, and it uses the MLIR compiler framework to target hardware such as GPUs, CPUs, TPUs, and ASICs.
   opensourceforu

   The goal is simple: one language from prototype to production, with code that looks familiar to Python developers.

   Why 1.0 matters

   For years, Mojo was a fast-moving experiment, and its syntax changed often. That made it hard to bet a real project on it.

   Version 1.0 brings backward compatibility and API stability, and future 1.x releases are expected to be mostly additive. Modular also says it relies on Mojo daily in production, as the foundation of its own commercial products, MAX and Modular Cloud.
   opensourceforu
   modular

   In short, the language you learn today shouldn’t break under you next month.

   What problems does it solve?

   1. Performance without leaving the Python mindset

   You write code that reads like Python, but you get control over types, memory, and hardware when you need it. You don’t have to jump to a different language for the hot path.

   1. One language for the whole stack

   Instead of Python for the model and C++ or CUDA for the kernels, you can aim to write both in the same language. That means a smaller skill gap inside your team.

   1. Hardware portability

   AI workloads now run on many kinds of accelerators. Because Mojo is built on MLIR, it is designed to target different hardware without rewriting everything per vendor.

   1. Gradual adoption

   You don’t need to migrate your whole codebase. Mojo is designed to work alongside Python, so you can start with the one function that’s too slow.

   A first look at the code

   Here is a simple example. It looks like Python, which is the point:

   mojo
   def main():
   var total = 0
   for i in range(1_000_000):
   total += i
   print(total)

   The real gains show up when you add static types and use Mojo’s low-level features for performance-critical sections. Check the official Mojo docs for the current syntax, since the language was cleaned up significantly for 1.0.

   Where to be realistic

   I don’t want this to read like hype, so here are the caveats:

   The ecosystem is young. Python has decades of libraries. Mojo does not, and you’ll often lean on Python interop.
   It’s strongest for AI and performance-heavy work. For a typical CRUD web app, Python or Go is still the simpler choice.
   Governance is worth watching. Modular was acquired by Qualcomm in mid-2026, and open-source status and community direction are things to keep an eye on as the ecosystem grows.
   opensourceforu
   Features are still arriving. Async programming, pattern matching, and tagged unions are on the roadmap.
   opensourceforu

   Should you try it?

   My take:

   Yes, if you work on ML, GPU kernels, or numerical code and you’re tired of maintaining a Python and C++ split.
   Maybe later, if your workload is mostly I/O-bound or web-focused.
   Worth a weekend, if you just want to see where language design is heading.
   Getting started
   Read the official Mojo documentation.
   Install the toolchain and run a small benchmark of your own slow Python function.
   Port just that one function and measure the difference.

   Measure on your own workload. Benchmarks from other people’s projects won’t tell you whether it helps yours.

   Final thoughts

   The two-language problem has been accepted as “just how things are” for a long time. Mojo 1.0 doesn’t magically end it, but it’s the first time the idea feels stable enough to try seriously.

   Have you tried Mojo, Rust, Zig, or another newer language? What problem did it solve for you, or why are you still skeptical? Let me know in the comments. 👇#programming #mojo #ai #python #software #coding #development #engineering #inclusive #community
   Mojo 1.0 Is Here: Is the Two-Language Problem Finally Over?

   #ai #community #programming #software #coding #python
7. 

   Author Carlo Carrasco @[email protected]

   2026-10-25

   Vietnam wins 2026 Asia’s Best Cruise Destination award

   Have you been on a nice cruise within Asia over the past six months? During the recent 2026 World Cruise Awards, Vietnam won the Asia’s Best Cruise Destination award and ended the 2-year reign of Hong Kong, according to a news article by VnExpress. Vietnam also won another prestigious award.

   To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the article of VnExpress. Some parts in boldface…

   Vietnam has won Asia’s Best Cruise Destination at the 2026 World Cruise Awards for the first time, ending Hong Kong’s two-year reign.

   Vietnam beat nine other nominees, including Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, South Korea and Thailand, according to the results announced at the sixth annual ceremony in Jamaica on Oct. 12.

   Since the category began in 2021, Singapore has won twice, followed by the Philippines in 2023 and Hong Kong in 2024 and 2025.

   Vietnam’s cruising experiences range from journeys through limestone islands in the north to river voyages through the Mekong Delta in the south.

   In Ha Long Bay, passengers can spend the day sailing between limestone formations before anchoring overnight and waking up to views of the surrounding islands.

   Itineraries often combine time aboard with kayaking and cave visits, while onboard activities can include cooking classes and squid fishing, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism’s official website.

   Mekong Delta cruises offer a closer look at life along the waterways, the tourism authority says.

   Boats pass palm-lined riverbanks and villages, with shore excursions allowing passengers to explore local markets and towns or sample tropical fruit.

   Vietnam also won the World’s Best River Cruise Destination at this year’s awards. Ha Long Cruise Port was named Asia’s Best Cruise Terminal.

   Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? If you were able to join a cruise in Vietnam, how was the experience and what are the things you enjoyed the most about it? Did you get a lot of value in return to what you paid for during the Vietnam cruise?

   You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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8. 

   The Philosopher King @philosopherkinglife.wordpress.com@philosopherkinglife.wordpress.com

   2026-10-25

   How to Use AI Agents for Personal Finance and Wealth Building: The Master of Coin Guide (2026)

   Why Most People Use Artificial Intelligence Backwards (And How to Fix It)

   Every day, millions of people open an AI chat window and ask the wrong question: "What stock should I buy today?" or "How do I get rich quickly with AI?" They treat artificial intelligence like a carnival oracle, hoping a single prompt will absolve them of the discipline required to build wealth. When the oracle gives them generic, recycled advice, they walk away convinced that AI is overhyped.

   The divide between those who build sovereign wealth in the coming decade and those who remain trapped in financial noise comes down to a single shift: moving from passive AI chatbots to autonomous AI agents.

   According to Backbase’s 2026 AI in Wealth Management analysis, while 95% of financial institutions have experimented with generative AI, only 27% report substantial impact because most remain stuck in passive chat pilots rather than deploying agentic workflows. Meanwhile, McKinsey’s 2035 Wealth Management Outlook projects that AI agents and intelligent automation will form the operational backbone of modern wealth management—delivering an estimated 30% to 40% productivity leap in portfolio intelligence and financial research.

   You no longer need a Wall Street family office to command that same operational backbone. In the philosophical framework of The Philosopher King, your mind is the fifth-dimensional architect, and AI agents are four-dimensional force multipliers. Here is the step-by-step guide to building your own autonomous AI agent workflow to master your coin, reclaim your time, and eliminate emotional financial mistakes.

   Step 1: Shift from Single Prompts to a Multi-Agent Financial Council

   A chatbot waits for you to ask a question and gives you a single stream of text. An AI agent is given an objective, access to real-world tools (such as web search, financial data APIs, and spreadsheets), and the autonomy to break a complex goal into sequential steps.

   When managing your personal treasury—what we call the discipline of the Master of Coin—relying on a single AI persona creates blind spots. Instead, structure your workflow as a three-agent council built on deliberate discipline (the meticulated kind):

   • The Intelligence Scout (Macro and Fundamental Research Agent): Configured to scan earnings transcripts, SEC filings, macroeconomic liquidity trends, and sector developments on a recurring schedule, distilling hours of noisy financial media into a five-minute first-principles brief.
   • The Treasury Comptroller (Cash-Flow and Allocation Auditor): Tasked with auditing your monthly burn rate, identifying recurring subscription bloat, tracking your savings velocity, and calculating whether your actual asset allocation matches your target risk profile.
   • The Red-Team Adversary (Risk and Pre-Mortem Agent): Programmed with a single directive: to ruthlessly challenge your investment ideas. Whenever you are tempted by market euphoria or FOMO, this agent stress-tests your thesis by finding every balance-sheet weakness, valuation risk, and macroeconomic headwind you ignored.

   Step 2: Choose Your AI Agent Stack and Connect Your Financial Data

   Whether you are a non-technical sovereign investor or a developer building custom pipelines, the open-source and commercial ecosystem for AI agents has matured rapidly. As documented in McKinsey’s 2026 State of AI Global Survey, agentic orchestration is now one of the fastest-scaling capabilities worldwide. Depending on your technical comfort, consider these proven building blocks:

   • Model Context Protocol (MCP) for Secure Data Connections: Introduced as an open standard by Anthropic and detailed in the official Model Context Protocol documentation, MCP acts like a universal USB-C port for AI applications. It allows your AI agent to securely read local CSV exports, Google Sheets ledgers, and market data feeds without uploading your private credentials to untrusted third parties.
   • CrewAI for Role-Based Financial Teams: If you want specialized agents to collaborate on a research report, CrewAI lets you define distinct roles (for example, a Fundamental Analyst Agent and a Risk Manager Agent) that hand off structured outputs to one another automatically.
   • LangGraph for Stateful, Auditable Workflows: Built by the LangChain team, LangGraph models agent workflows as a stateful graph with built-in checkpointing and human-in-the-loop pauses—ideal when you want an agent to pause and wait for your explicit approval before logging or executing a decision.
   • OpenAI Agents SDK and Microsoft AutoGen for Multi-Agent Debate: Using the OpenAI Agents SDK or Microsoft AutoGen, you can pit a Bull Agent against a Bear Agent on any asset class, forcing both agents to cite verifiable data until only the strongest first-principles truth survives.

   Step 3: Enforce the "Human-in-the-Loop" Sovereign Rule

   One of the most common questions people ask when researching AI for investing is: "Should I connect an AI agent directly to my brokerage account and let it trade autonomously?"

   For the vast majority of individual investors, the answer is an emphatic no. As highlighted in Forbes Finance Council’s analysis on AI agents in finance and McKinsey’s research on AI agent performance management, autonomous agents require strict governance boundaries, audit trails, and human oversight.

   "An AI agent is your tireless chief of staff in the fourth dimension, but your consciousness remains the sovereign on the throne. Never abdicate final judgment to a machine."

   To protect your capital while maximizing leverage, enforce these four iron rules:

   1. Read-Only Access by Default: Give your agents read access to market data, news feeds, and sanitized CSV exports of your budget—never raw write/withdrawal permissions to your primary bank or brokerage accounts.
   2. Require Source Citations on Every Claim: Instruct your research agents to attach a direct link to the primary filing, earnings release, or statistical dataset for every number they report, eliminating hallucinated metrics.
   3. Automate the Preparation, Never the Conviction: Use agents to compress 10 hours of reading into 15 minutes of structured synthesis, freeing your mind to make low time-preference decisions with clarity.
   4. Log Every Thesis for Post-Mortem Review: Have your agent archive every investment decision alongside the exact assumptions you held at the time, creating an unvarnished mirror of your cognitive biases over time.

   Step 4: Copy This 15-Minute Daily "Master of Coin" AI Routine

   You do not need a complex server cluster to start today. Begin with a simple, repeatable daily cadence using scheduled AI tasks:

   • 06:00 AM — The Sovereign Morning Brief: Schedule an AI agent to scan overnight macroeconomic developments, central bank releases, and any material news affecting your watchlist, delivering a bulleted summary stripped of sensationalist clickbait before you open your eyes.
   • Sunday Evening — The Red-Team Portfolio Audit: Feed your current asset allocation and investment thesis into an adversarial prompt: "Act as a first-principles risk officer. Identify the top three hidden correlations, liquidity risks, or macro assumptions that could cause a 25% drawdown in this portfolio over the next 12 months."
   • First of the Month — The Capital Velocity Check: Have your agent categorize the prior month’s cash flows into three buckets—Sovereign Asset Accumulation, Productive Skill/System Building, and Fleeting Consumption—so you can see exactly where your life-force is compounding or leaking.

   Join the Conversation: How Are You Using AI Agents to Master Your Coin?

   We are living through the greatest democratization of analytical leverage in human history. Those who pair ancient philosophical restraint with modern agentic intelligence will operate with the clarity of an institution and the agility of a sovereign individual.

   I want to hear from you in the comments below:

   1. Are you currently using AI agents or scheduled workflows to research investments, track expenses, or stress-test your financial decisions?
   2. Which part of managing your personal finances drains the most time or emotional energy—and how would you design an AI agent to take it off your plate?
   3. Where do you draw the line between automated AI analysis and human intuition when putting your capital at risk?

   Drop your thoughts, favorite prompts, or questions in the comments—let us sharpen our frameworks together.

   All is One | One is All

   #aiAgents #ArtificialIntelligence #automation #financialSovereignty #howTo #MasterOfCoin #personalFinance #wealthBuilding

   #aiagents #artificialintelligence #automation #financialsovereignty #howto #masterofcoin
9. 

   Morpheus Being - AUS @[email protected]

   2026-10-24

   #Joke #Humour

   Life after retirement

   After my retirement from the company I worked at for 50 years, I looked forward to some relaxation time and putting my feet up. My wife had other ideas... she insisted I take her to the local shopping center every day.

   Like most men, I found shopping boring and preferred to get in and out.

   She’s like most women - loves to browse and leaves me with endless time to fill.

   Yesterday my dear wife received the following letter, from the local shopping center:

   Dear Mrs. Harris,

   Over the past six months, your husband has caused quite a commotion in our store.

   We cannot tolerate this behavior and have been forced to ban both of you from the store.

   Our complaints against your husband, Mr. Harris, are listed below and are documented by our video surveillance cameras:

   June 15: Randomly placed boxes of condoms and/or pregnancy tests in other people's carts.

   June 21: Took bicycles for a "test drive."

   July 2: Set all the alarm clocks in Housewares to go off at 5-minute intervals.

   July 7: He made a trail of tomato juice on the floor leading to the women’s restroom.

   July 10: Set up a valet parking sign in front of the shopping center.

   July 19: Walked up to an employee and told her in an official voice: “Code 3 in Housewares. Get on it right away.”

   This caused the employee to leave her assigned station and receive a reprimand from her Supervisor that in turn resulted in a union grievance, causing management to lose time; and costing the company money. We don’t have a Code 3.

   August 4: Went to the Service Desk and tried to put a bag of M&Ms on layaway.

   August 14: Moved a “CAUTION – WET FLOOR” sign to a carpeted area.

   August 15: Set up a tent in the camping department and told children he’d invite them in if they would bring pillows and blankets from the bedding department to which twenty children obliged.

   August 23: When a clerk asked if they could help him he began crying and screamed “Why can’t you people just leave me alone?” EMTs were called.

   September 4: Looked right into a security camera and used it as a mirror while he picked his nose.

   September 10: While handling guns in the hunting department, he asked the clerk where the antidepressants were.

   September 23: Organized shopping cart races.

   October 3: Darted around the store suspiciously while loudly humming the “Mission Impossible” theme.

   October 6: In the auto department, he practiced his “Madonna Look” using different sizes of funnels.

   October 13: Asked a clerk, while holding a box of condoms, where the fitting room was.

   October 18: Hid in a clothing rack and when people browsed through, yelled “PICK ME! PICK ME!”.

   October 22: When an announcement came over the loudspeaker, he assumed a fetal position and screamed “OH NO! IT’S THOSE VOICES AGAIN!”

   And last, but not least:

   October 23: Went into a fitting room, shut the door, waited a while; then yelled very loudly “Hey! There’s no toilet paper in here!” One of the clerks passed out.

   #joke #humour
10. 

    KE2YK @[email protected]

    2026-10-26

    HOA Antenna Rules: Why Hams Want a Change

    Ham radio groups want more room for home antennas. An HOA group wants boards to keep more control. Here’s what the debate means for your shack.

    You have the rig. You have your license. Now you need a place to put the antenna.

    For hams who live in a homeowners association, or HOA, that last step can be tough. HOA antenna restrictions can limit what you put up, where it goes, or whether you can have an outdoor antenna at all.

    A proposed law called the Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act aims to help. Its two bills are H.R. 1094 in the House and S. 459 in the Senate. ARRL backs the effort. The Community Associations Institute, or CAI, opposes it.

    Why is this back in the news?

    Amateur Radio Daily covered the issue on October 21. It pointed to a September 21 statement from CAI about its plans for meetings with Congress.

    CAI wants lawmakers to oppose both bills. It says the plan would limit an HOA’s power to require approval before a ham puts up an antenna. That is CAI’s view. It does not mean every HOA board agrees.

    This news is about groups trying to shape a law. It does not report a new vote or give hams new antenna rights.

    Doesn’t an FCC license protect my antenna?

    This is where many hams get stuck. Town rules and private property rules are two different things.

    As ARRL explains in its PRB-1 guide, the FCC’s PRB-1 policy requires local governments to make reasonable room for ham radio. Towns may still have rules about height, safety, and how an antenna looks.

    But PRB-1 does not cover private deed limits, often called covenants or CC&Rs. An HOA rule can be a separate hurdle, even when the town allows your antenna. That gap helps explain why hams are asking Congress for a change.

    What would the bills do?

    The House bill’s proposed text would limit private rules that block or hinder ham antennas on property under the ham’s control.

    It would also change the approval process. Here are a few parts of the House proposal:

    • Some antennas would not need prior approval. These include thin, low-profile wire antennas and certain flagpole and vertical antennas up to 43 feet tall.
    • When an application is needed, no answer within 45 days would count as approval.
    • Rules for safe structures and building codes would still apply.

    The text would also limit how much detail an HOA could demand in an antenna application. After approval, it would generally bar another approval demand unless the antenna’s size or structural strength changed in a major way.

    These are parts of a proposed law. They are not a go-ahead to put up an antenna today.

    Why is the approval issue such a big deal?

    CAI’s stated concern is the loss of control over prior approval. Hams seeking relief want a clear path to an antenna they can use. The bill would set limits on how private rules could stand in that path.

    For example, picture a ham who wants a thin wire in the back yard. An approval process can answer questions about its location and supports. But if that process has no clear end, the ham may be left waiting with a silent station. The proposed 45-day rule is meant to put a clock on that wait.

    That example shows the practical tension. A board wants a say before work starts. The operator wants that review to lead to a fair, timely answer.

    Why do hams care?

    A good rig still needs an antenna that can get a signal out. Strict rules can leave a ham with few choices, even for a small or hidden antenna.

    In its call for support, ARRL says these rules hurt both everyday ham radio and emergency work. A home station needs a useful antenna before trouble starts.

    For many of us, the goal is simple: work a few stations, check into a net, and keep the station ready to help.

    Could a stealth antenna help?

    A stealth antenna blends in with your home or yard. It may be worth a look if your HOA allows a low-profile setup.

    A flagpole can do double duty as an antenna. A thin wire along the roofline may be hard to spot. A small inverted-L goes up, then across, to use the space you have.

    My guide, How to Plan a Stealth HF Antenna for a Small Yard, explains all three options. It covers how to measure your space, plan the wire and coax runs, and test the setup. Start with a design that fits the bands you want to work.

    Stealth does not mean rule-free. Check your HOA rules and get any needed approval before you buy parts or hang wire. The aim is to keep the antenna less visible while following the rules.

    Give your antenna plan a fair chance

    If your HOA has an approval path, make your plan easy to understand. A clear sketch can do more than a page full of radio terms. Show where the antenna will go, how tall it will be, and where the coax will run.

    • Start with one goal. A wire for a favorite HF band may be easier to plan than a setup meant to cover every band.
    • Show the whole job. Include supports, mounting points, and any ground wires the design needs.
    • Explain the view. Photos or a simple drawing can show what neighbors would see.
    • Keep a paper trail. Save the rules, your application, and written replies. Ask which rule applies if the board says no.

    These steps cannot promise approval. They can help both sides discuss the same plan and avoid confusion.

    What can you do now?

    Read your HOA’s rules before you change your station. If you have a dispute, get help from someone who knows the rules that apply to your home.

    To follow the bills, check the official pages for H.R. 1094 and S. 459. To learn how to support the effort, visit ARRL’s HOA action page.

    Hams want a fair chance to get on the air from home. This debate is about how much say an HOA should have over the antenna that makes that possible.

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11. 

    DoRaleigh @[email protected]

    2026-10-25

    Noteworthy News From Raleigh October 25, 2026 Edition

    Raleigh and the Triangle have plenty of noteworthy news to follow, from major passenger rail funding and affordable housing progress to new businesses, fall festivals and early voting deadlines. This DoRaleigh roundup brings together updates from Raleigh, Durham, Cary and Chapel Hill, along with North Carolina business and community headlines.

    
    Raleigh Development, Transportation and Community News

    
    S-Line passenger rail receives $550 million in federal funding

    The Raleigh-to-Richmond passenger rail project has reached another funding milestone. Federal transportation officials announced $550 million for the S-Line, supporting work toward a route expected to reduce travel time between the two cities by up to 90 minutes while increasing service and reliability. The funding advances the project; it does not mark the start of passenger service.

    Source: U.S. Department of Transportation.

    
    Affordable rental homes take shape in Southeast Raleigh

    Southeast Raleigh Promise is making progress on Promise 25, a development bringing 25 affordable rental homes to nine city-owned parcels. The city approved $3.3 million in gap financing for the project, which includes a mix of housing types. Initial homes have been completed, with the full project expected to finish by summer 2027.

    Sources: City of Raleigh and WRAL.

    
    Downtown South apartment plans move forward

    Kane Realty has filed plans for 350 apartments as the first phase of Downtown South, according to Raleigh Magazine. Construction is planned to begin by the end of 2026, making this a development to watch as Raleigh adds housing.

    
    Durham park improvements face delays

    Planned amenities at Durham’s East End and Long Meadow parks will not begin construction this fall as originally expected. INDY Week reports that rising costs and design challenges have pushed the work back by approximately two years while officials pursue $15 million in federal grant funding.

    Source: INDY Week.

    
    Wake County receives farmland preservation funding

    The Wake County Soil and Water Conservation District received approximately $10 million in state funding tied to farmland protection and agricultural growth, according to CBS 17. The awards include $7.9 million for 12 projects and a separate $2 million award, with more than 600 acres slated for permanent protection.

    
    Raleigh tracks progress toward 24,000 trees

    Raleigh’s goal is to reach 24,000 trees planted by 2032. The city’s Every Tree Counts initiative includes trees planted by residents, businesses and community partners, giving private-property plantings a role in the communitywide effort.

    Source: City of Raleigh.

    
    Midtown real estate forum set for October 27

    The Midtown Raleigh Alliance’s Real Estate Forum takes place Tuesday, October 27. Local real estate leaders will discuss housing trends, neighborhood development and projects shaping North Hills and Midtown, according to Raleigh Magazine.

    
    Raleigh Restaurants, Nightlife and New Businesses

    
    Low Bar Lounge opens beneath Whiskey Kitchen

    Low Bar Lounge has opened below Whiskey Kitchen in downtown Raleigh. The underground venue offers cocktails, beer, wine and THC seltzers, with nightly service until 2 a.m. The space draws inspiration from a limousine company that once occupied the property and was previously home to digital art venue IMURJ.

    Food industry professionals can also look for Sunday Family Meal, a rotating buffet offered Sundays at 5:30 p.m. for $20. Check with the lounge for current availability and participation details.

    Sources: WRAL and Raleigh Magazine.

    
    Sippin’ Santa returns to Wye Hill

    Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing will host Sippin’ Santa from November 13 through December 31. The seasonal pop-up brings tropical holiday decorations and themed cocktails to the restaurant at 201 S. Boylan Avenue. Reservations are available through Wye Hill’s event page.

    Details: Sippin’ Santa at Wye Hill.

    
    South Block plans North Hills location

    Acai bowl, smoothie and juice brand South Block is coming to 4121 Main at North Hills Street. Founded in Arlington, Virginia, the company plans to open beside bartaco in North Hills’ Main District during the first quarter of 2027.

    Source: North Hills.

    
    Raleigh construction executive backs luxury handbag brand

    Cooper Tacia General Contractors CEO John Cooper has invested more than $1 million in Dadov, the luxury handbag company he co-founded with designer Islam Dadov, according to Triangle Business Journal. The brand debuted at Paris Fashion Week this fall and is exploring boutiques in Paris and major U.S. cities. A standalone Raleigh store is not currently planned, though Triangle retail placement remains a possibility.

    
    Triangle Business, Technology and Education

    
    Raleigh Founded enters a new chapter

    Former executive directors Lauren Romer and Jess Porta are taking the lead through their new venture, Lotos Ventures, as Raleigh Founded’s original ownership group winds down operations at the end of October. The transition encompasses the North Street, Downtown Cary and Centennial Campus locations, continuing the coworking community’s mission of connecting entrepreneurs and businesses.

    Source: Raleigh Founded’s announcement.

    
    Loren Gold named next Visit Raleigh president and CEO

    Loren Gold will become president and CEO of the Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau, also known as Visit Raleigh, on January 1, 2027. He succeeds Dennis Edwards, who is retiring at the end of 2026. Gold has served as executive vice president since 2007 and brings nearly four decades of hospitality experience.

    Source: Visit Raleigh.

    
    NC TECH recognizes industry leaders

    NC TECH announced eight recipients of its 2026 Individual Awards, including SAS CEO Jim Goodnight, Vantaca CEO Ben Currin and Charlotte CIO Markell Storay. The honorees will be celebrated November 16 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in the Research Triangle Park area.

    Details: NC TECH Awards.

    
    Pendo introduces Floor 404 puzzle game

    Raleigh-based Pendo has launched Floor 404, a free daily puzzle game focused on improving AI agents. According to GrepBeat, players solve challenges by supplying virtual agents with better context, illustrating concepts behind the company’s Pendo for Agents platform.

    
    Cary drugmaker announces FDA approval

    Asahi Kasei Therapeutics announced FDA approval of Hovilpri, or pritelivir, for mucocutaneous herpes simplex virus lesions that are refractory to standard antiviral treatment in immunocompromised adults. The approval covers lesions with or without resistance to standard treatment. The company expects U.S. availability before the end of 2026.

    Source: Asahi Kasei.

    
    Duke and UNC place in WalletHub’s top 25

    Duke University ranked No. 14 and UNC-Chapel Hill ranked No. 24 in WalletHub’s 2027 Best Colleges and Universities rankings. The study compares institutions across factors including costs, student selectivity, campus experience and educational outcomes.

    Source: WalletHub.

    
    North Carolina ranks fourth for doing business

    North Carolina placed No. 4 in Area Development’s 2026 rankings of the best states for doing business. The report highlighted strengths including innovation and research, manufacturing workforce skills, industrial site availability, government responsiveness and business costs.

    
    New Bern entrepreneur wins startup funding

    Entrepreneur Dan Spangler won $30,000 in the NC Small Business Center Network’s inaugural startup competition for Rinse-A-Poo, according to Business North Carolina. The ergonomic pet-waste cleanup product will use the funding to move from prototype toward production.

    
    People, Science and Local Learning

    
    Christina Koch takes NASA leadership role

    NASA astronaut Christina Koch will become acting deputy chief engineer on November 1, helping oversee engineering across agency programs. Her experience includes the Artemis II mission and a 328-day stay aboard the International Space Station.

    Source: NASA.

    
    Wake libraries introduce free STEAM Lab programs

    Wake County Public Libraries has launched STEAM Lab for students in third through fifth grades. Free, hands-on activities explore science, technology, engineering, art and math, with topics such as bridge design and geology. Families should check their branch’s calendar for sessions and participation details.

    
    Millbrook staff help welcome a baby

    Staff at Millbrook Magnet High School helped a contracted security officer deliver her baby on campus, according to CBS 17. School officials reported that both mother and child were doing well.

    
    Cyclist finishes 22,757-mile journey in Raleigh

    Jeff Molby completed a 22,757-mile bicycle journey in downtown Raleigh in October. His ride raised awareness of the American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery program and the need for transportation assistance for people receiving cancer treatment.

    Source: WUNC.

    
    Upcoming Triangle Events and Important Deadlines

    
    Wake County early voting ends October 31

    Early voting for the November 3 general election continues through 3 p.m. Saturday, October 31. Wake County voters can use any of the county’s 18 early voting sites. Check official locations, hours and available wait-time information before heading out.

    Details: Wake County election information.

    
    Pumpkin Palooza returns to Pullen Park

    Pullen Park’s Pumpkin Palooza runs Friday, October 30, through Sunday, November 1, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The all-ages event features seasonal crafts, games and a digital scavenger hunt compass, with a train ride included. Tickets cost $14, and advance purchase is required.

    Tickets and details: City of Raleigh.

    
    Taste of China Festival comes to Cary November 7

    The annual Taste of China Festival returns to downtown Cary on Saturday, November 7. The free-to-attend celebration features Chinese food, cultural performances and community activities. Food and other purchases are separate from admission.

    Details: Taste of China Festival.

    
    Festifall Arts Market returns to Chapel Hill

    The 53rd Festifall Arts Market takes place Saturday, November 7, from noon to 5 p.m. at 100 E. Rosemary Street in downtown Chapel Hill. The free event features handmade goods, local artists and live performances, with pottery, jewelry, soaps, candles and more to browse.

    Details: Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture.

    
    Banana Ball returns to Durham in June 2027

    The Loco Beach Coconuts and Firefighters are scheduled to play at Durham Bulls Athletic Park June 18–19, 2027. Fans can join the ticket lottery through October 31, 2026, for a chance to purchase tickets. Joining the lottery does not guarantee access.

    Details: Banana Ball schedule and ticket lottery information.

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    #affordablehousing #bananaball #carynews #chapelhillevents #doraleighnoteworthynews #durhamnews
12. 

    Em :official_verified: @em0nm4stodon

    2026-10-25

    Why are clothes categorized in stores by genders instead of sizes?

    My woman body isn't physically incapable of wearing clothes intended for men, but it is incapable of fitting well into something that is too small or too big.

    Arranging clothing by sizes makes so much more sense. Gendering clothing is very stupid.

13. 

    Pan The Maid Official @[email protected]

    2026-10-26

    ALL TOGETHER!
    HOPE, LOVE & PEACE!
    🌐🌈💖✌🏻

    #WARISOVER
    #FLOWERPOWER
    #flowers #floroj #flores
    #Sudan #Israel #Gaza #Palestine
    #Russia #Ukraine #Iran #worldwide
    #global #news #Asia #Africa #Europe #NorthAmerica #SouthAmerica #Australia #activism

    #warisover #flowerpower #flowers #floroj #flores #sudan
14. 

    MoveTheNeedle.news Official @[email protected]

    2026-10-26

    Could digital patient twins help clinical trials reach reliable answers with fewer participants?

    Boehringer Ingelheim and Microsoft will explore whether models forecasting disease progression can improve trial design and reduce control-group sizes, starting with lung health.

    https://www.movetheneedle.news/brands/boehringer-ingelheim-and-microsoft-explore-digital-patient-twins-for-drug-trials/

    #AI #digitaltwins #clinicaltrials #lifesciences #partnership #microsoft #boehringerIngelheim #technology #innovation

    #ai #digitaltwins #clinicaltrials #lifesciences #partnership #microsoft
15. 

    MoveTheNeedle.news Official @[email protected]

    2026-10-26

    Legora has raised $550m at an $8.8bn valuation. Its “agentic operating system” coordinates AI agents and legal tools, drawing on firms’ precedents and review playbooks to connect tasks such as contract analysis and drafting. Lawyers set the assignment and review the result.

    We explore Legora’s approach and the added value it has for legal work.

    https://www.movetheneedle.news/brands/legora-raises--550m-to-put-ai-agents-to-work-in-law-firms/

    #AI #technology #legal #legaltech #innovation #futureofwork #investment #startups #Sweden

    #ai #technology #legal #legaltech #innovation #futureofwork
16. 

    Transport Evolved Official @[email protected]

    2026-10-26

    It's almost November, and the greenhouse tomatoes are still flowering. 🍅

    The trouble is, there's nothing left out there to fertilize them, so they're flowering for nothing. Time to clear them out and try some winter crops instead… maybe next week. Again.

    ▶️ https://peertube.tv/w/bwd3RCVG2faoFJnThnQLGr?start=4m18s

    #Gardening #Tomatoes #Greenhouse #WinterCrops #PNW

    #gardening #tomatoes #greenhouse #wintercrops #pnw
17. 

    Transport Evolved Official @[email protected]

    2026-10-25

    🐔🌱 Six months ago, the sunny front of the house was going to be our new vegetable garden: raised beds, an herb garden by the front door, easier watering.

    Now, with garlic waiting to go in and so much economic and political uncertainty in the US, Nikki thinks it'll have to wait another year.

    Have you had to scupper any of your gardening plans this year?

    🎞️ https://peertube.tv/w/bwd3RCVG2faoFJnThnQLGr
    📰 https://www.transportevolved.com/2026/10/25/transport-evolved-chicken-and-garden-update-planning-dilemmas/

    #Gardening #VegetableGarden #RaisedBeds #PNW #Oregon

    #gardening #vegetablegarden #raisedbeds #pnw #oregon
18. 

    Pan The Maid Official @[email protected]

    2026-10-25

    Good night everyone!
    Believe in fairytales! Trust cosmos! Trust love!
    I love you!
    🌐🌕🩵🐰
    #CosmicPrincessKaguya #anime

    #cosmicprincesskaguya #anime
19. 

    Manzanas Enfrentadas @manzanasenfrentadas

    2026-10-27

    iOS 27.2 lleva Multiview al iPhone: hasta cuatro retransmisiones deportivas en directo a la vez en la app Apple TV.

    Compatible con MLS, Friday Night Baseball y F1, esta última en Estados Unidos. Requiere suscripción y depende de la disponibilidad de cada competición.

    Ver cuatro pantallas en el móvil te parece útil o demasiado para una pantalla tan pequeña??

    #oficial

    #oficial
20. 

    Europe Says @[email protected]

    2026-10-27

    Officials of Mecca Pact Nations gather for Talks in Tehran, Defying Trump

    Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) – Al Jazeera reports that on Monday, the three members of the Mecca security…
    #EuropeSays #Headlines #News #Europe #Europa #EU #Tehran #Featured #Iran #Israel #Pakistan #SaudiArabia #Turkey #türkiye #War
    https://www.europesays.com/iran/343239/

    #europesays #headlines #news #europe #europa #eu
21. 

    Fllics @[email protected]

    2026-10-26

    ¡OFICIAL! Inicia registro de la Beca Rita Cetina requisitos y fechas de primaria y secundaria

    El Gobierno de México inició el registro oficial de la Beca Rita Cetina para estudiantes de primaria y secundaria pública. Consulta los requisitos, las fechas del trámite en línea y los montos bimestrales y anuales para inscribir a tus hijos antes del 6 de noviembre #BecaRitaCetina #BecasBienestar #EducaciónMéxico #SEP #BecaSecundaria…

    https://fllics.com/zh/video/oficial-inicia-registro-de-la-beca-rita-cetina-requisitos-y-fechas-de-primaria-y-secundaria/

    #becaritacetina #becasbienestar #educacionmexico #sep #becasecundaria
22. 

    Manzanas Enfrentadas @manzanasenfrentadas

    2026-10-26

    Viene el pequeño de la familia!!
    Hello new iPad mini!!! Pantalla OLED, A20pro…
    Actualización interesante 🧐
    Vuelve la “semana fantástica” a Apple presentando toda la semana!?!?
    #oficial

    #oficial
23. 

    News Beep @[email protected]

    2026-10-26

    Officials from Mecca pact states to hold talks in Iran amid regional tensions | News

    Planned talks to be first high-level contact between Iran and the bloc since Houthi rebels escalated their attacks…
    #NewsBeep #News #BreakingNews #breakingnews #Iran #MiddleEast
    https://www.newsbeep.com/785110/

    #newsbeep #news #breakingnews #iran #middleeast
24. 

    Manzanas Enfrentadas @manzanasenfrentadas

    2026-10-26

    App en las demos de España de Vision Pro…
    Suponemos que no quiere decir nada, pero ahí está.

    #oficial

    #oficial
25. 

    Verdant Square Network @verdantsquare

    2026-10-26

    Officials from Mecca pact states to hold talks in Iran amid regional tensions https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/26/officials-from-mecca-pact-states-to-hold-talks-in-iran-amid-regional-tensions?traffic_source=rss

    #aljazeera #worldnews #VSN

    #aljazeera #worldnews #vsn
26. 

    Al Jazeera (en) (gotgrip bot) @aljazeera_gotgrip

    2026-10-26

    Officials from Mecca pact states to hold talks in Iran amid regional tensions https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/26/officials-from-mecca-pact-states-to-hold-talks-in-iran-amid-regional-tensions?traffic_source=rss

27. 

    News Beep @[email protected]

    2026-10-26

    Officials From Mecca Pact Countries to Meet Iranian Officials in Tehran on Monday

    By Andrew Mills and Ariba Shahid Oct 26 (Reuters) – Top officials from Mecca Pact countries Saudi Arabia,…
    #NewsBeep #News #BreakingNews #breakingnews #Collections:World #Europe #Iran #Israel #MiddleEast #Pakistan #Qatar #Reuters #SaudiArabia #Turkey #UnitedArabEmirates #UnitedStates #Worldnews #Yemen
    https://www.newsbeep.com/785020/

    #newsbeep #news #breakingnews #collections #europe #iran
28. 

    News Beep @[email protected]

    2026-10-26

    Officials from Mecca pact countries to meet officials in Iran, sources say

    Top officials from the Mecca Pact countries Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan are set to meet Iranian officials…
    #NewsBeep #News #BreakingNews #breakingnews #Iran #MeccaJointDefenseAgreement #Pakistan #SaudiArabia #Turkey
    https://www.newsbeep.com/784846/

    #newsbeep #news #breakingnews #iran #meccajointdefenseagreement #pakistan
29. 

    londonprat @[email protected]

    2026-10-25

    Officials Ask How Families Kept Money Without Permission
    LONDON, 20 October 2026 - Britain is on course to spend a record £93.76 billion this Christmas, and the Treasury has opened an emergency investigation into how millions of ordinary families came to be holding money the government hadn't already noticed. #£94billionChristmas #Christmasspendingforecast #festivespending #London #satire #satiricaljournalism #TreasuryChristmas #UKChristmasspending2026

    https://prat.uk/?p=53878

    #christmasspendingforecast #festivespending #london #satire #satiricaljournalism #treasurychristmas
30. 

    londonprat @[email protected]

    2026-10-25

    Officials Ask How Families Kept Money Without Permission
    LONDON, 20 October 2026 - Britain is on course to spend a record £93.76 billion this Christmas, and the Treasury has opened an emergency investigation into how millions of ordinary families came to be holding money the government hadn't already noticed. #£94billionChristmas #Christmasspendingforecast #festivespending #London #satire #satiricaljournalism #TreasuryChristmas #UKChristmasspending2026

    https://prat.uk/?p=53878

    #christmasspendingforecast #festivespending #london #satire #satiricaljournalism #treasurychristmas