Immutable Linux distributions offer enhanced security by making certain directories read-only and preventing malicious updates or installations. Here are five best options to consider: 1. **CarbonOS**: An independent distribution that uses GNOME, all system files are mounted read-only, and installed apps are sandboxed. 2. **Fedora Silverblue**: Based on Fedora, using rpm-ostree for managing updates, Flatpak … Read more
A flag with an altered swastika symbol was found in US Capitol Hill office of Ohio Rep. Dave Taylor. The congressman strongly condemned the vandalism, saying it does not reflect his staff’s values or his own. An investigation is ongoing with the US Capitol Police, and no further comment will be provided until completed. Source: … Read more
The US has played down claims that Hamas is violating the ceasefire deal with Israel by not returning all the bodies of dead hostages. Only nine of 28 dead hostages have been returned, with Hamas saying it needs time and specialized equipment to recover the others from the ruins of Gaza. Despite the criticism, senior … Read more
US Capitol Police investigated a Capitol Hill office after an American flag altered to include a swastika was found inside that of Rep. Dave Taylor (R-Ohio). The incident occurred in the Cannon Building in Washington, D.C., and is being looked into as possible vandalism. This comes amid controversy surrounding a Telegram group chat involving Young … Read more
Hamas has handed over all the Israeli hostage remains in Gaza that it could recover, but 19 remain unaccounted for. The group returned two more coffins containing the remains of deceased hostages to Israel, but one of them was not a hostage. Since the peace plan took effect last week, Hamas has been accused of … Read more
For years, scientists thought that moderate drinking might be good for your health, but new evidence suggests that even small amounts of alcohol can have negative cognitive effects. Experts say that people should be aware of the risks and manage their own intake. The study’s lead author, Joel Gelernter, used to drink one glass of … Read more
Folk-country singer Bobbie Gentry became famous for her 1967 hit song “Ode to Billie Joe,” but its meaning remains unclear due to her never explaining the lyrics. The song tells the story of a young man’s tragic jump off the Tallahatchie Bridge in Mississippi, where his family nonchalantly discusses his suicide while eating dinner. Gentry … Read more
The US and Israel are waiting for Hamas to return dead captives from the 2023 conflict in Gaza. The US President has said Israeli forces could resume fighting if Hamas doesn’t uphold a ceasefire deal, including disarmament. Hamas says it can access all hostage remains but needs special equipment to recover the rest. The group … Read more
Cannabis drinks are on the rise as Americans opt for non-alcoholic alternatives. The trend is driven by growing consumer demand, with over 500 brands marketing cannabis beverages in the US. These drinks come in various forms, including seltzers, juices, and sodas, and contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary psychoactive compound found in marijuana. According to a … Read more
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s plans to lay off thousands of federal workers during a government shutdown, siding with unions that argued the dismissals were illegal and improperly handled. The decision was made in response to a court hearing on the unions’ motion for a temporary restraining order. The government had argued … Read more