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Every Windows 11 app should kill Electron, and Discord just showed why
Hacker News discussion (29 points, submitted by thunderbong). Discussion thread: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50403507
British soldier ignored order to pull his SIM card, then got blackmailed
Soldier told repeatedly to lock down devices before deploying, got sextorted, court-martialed.
GoRuck Black Friday Sale: My Favorite Packs and Weighted Vests Are Nearly 50% Off
Skip the gym and get outdoors with GoRuck’s indestructible packs and workout gear, deeply discounted ahead of the holidays.
Apps for Caregivers Get a Dose of AI, but That Might Not Be Enough
The apps and platforms that help family caregivers manage their loved ones’ needs are becoming more capable, but the broader issue of caregivers’ well-being remains unsolved.
Ecoflow Rapid Pro Power Bank Deal: Save $80
With huge capacities, retractable USB-C cables, and fast-charging capability, these discounted Ecoflow power banks are worth grabbing.
The 19 Best Early Black Friday Deals 2026
The early bird gets the worm. Here are the best Black Friday deals for 2026 you can already get right now.
Upload Your RAM
Hacker News discussion (19 points, submitted by susanthenerd). Discussion thread: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50403214
The American Dream Wasn’t Built for Climate Change
Owning a home is billed as a way to build wealth, but amid climate-related disasters, for many, it's beginning to feel like a trap.
Every Mac comes with an (undocumented) family member classifier
Hacker News discussion (14 points, submitted by infwhispers). Discussion thread: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50403097
Running a law firm on Free software
Hacker News discussion (16 points, submitted by DeepLogin). Discussion thread: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50403066
Port 0: The Port That Does Not Exist
Hacker News discussion (10 points, submitted by NewCzech). Discussion thread: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50403063
Need for Speed Underground 2 online in the browser
Hacker News discussion (9 points, submitted by fluxusars). Discussion thread: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50403052