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The Indian activist jailed after taking on a luxury hotel plan

An activist's detention has brought under focus a larger battle over land and development around the famed Kaziranga National Park.

Event Tracker • Aug 18, 2026
Technology Aug 18, 2026

Ukrainian drones overwhelm Russian tanks’ new active protection system—for now

Tanks with defensive tech for shooting down drones are still proving vulnerable. ...

NFL Aug 18, 2026

What waiving Mitch Van Vooren means for the Patriots

The Patriots parted ways with the tight end after signing offensive lineman Greg Van Roten.

PC Gaming Aug 18, 2026

GTA 6 Gameplay and Map Appear to Leak Online, Group Reportedly Responsible Threatens Rockstar Over All-Digital Future

Grand Theft Auto 6 appears to have suffered yet another significant leak after what looks like legitimate gameplay video...

Technology Aug 18, 2026

Cursor capitalizes on Github frustration, launches rival hosting platform

Cursor, known for its AI Code Editor, is launching a new code hosting platform to rival developers' long preferred favor...

Terrorism & Security Aug 18, 2026

Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, court hears

Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states got und...

Terrorism & Security Aug 18, 2026

Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, US court hears

Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states started...

NFL Aug 18, 2026

Cowboys injury updates: Hunter Luepke exists Tuesday scrimmage with Saints

Hunter Luepke exited Tuesday’s practice early

Technology Aug 18, 2026

AI usage patterns in software teams

Article URL: https://linear.app/data Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49353432 Points: 12 # Comments:...

Technology Aug 18, 2026

GLM-5.3 Artificial Analysis Benchmarks

Article URL: https://artificialanalysis.ai/models/glm-5-3 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49353407 P...

PC Gaming Aug 18, 2026

Industry legend Warren Spector is retiring: 'I'm feeling like I've done what I set out to do'

The man who helped give us Ultima Underworld, System Shock, Deus Ex, and Epic Mickey is ri...

Technology Aug 18, 2026

fx :Tiny, open, native coding agent.

Article URL: https://fx.sh Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49353339 Points: 12 # Comments: 2

NFL Aug 18, 2026

Ravens reunite with David Sharpe to shore up offensive tackle depth

The Ravens signed a familiar face on Tuesday to shore up their offensive tackle depth.

NFL Aug 18, 2026

NFC Notes: Donovan Ezeiruaku, Terry McLaurin, Commanders, Cowboys, Eagles

Commanders Commanders WR Terry McLaurin said dealing with the contract dispute and injuries made for the toughest year o...

PC Gaming Aug 18, 2026

Neverness To Everness Devs Forget To Remove Watermark For Free Trial Of AI Software

NTE players in China spotted the watermark for a free version of the Doubao AI software on the artwork for a seahorse in...

NFL Aug 18, 2026

The Falcoholic Reacts Survey: Who is the next starting inside linebacker?

Three players are vying for a spot next to one of the Falcons’ most valuable defensive players.

NFL Aug 18, 2026

Bills Sign DL Greg Gaines

Veteran defensive lineman Greg Gaines has reached an undisclosed deal with the Bills, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports. The...

PC Gaming Aug 18, 2026

One of Breaking Bad's Best Episodes Is Coming to Theaters Soon

One of the most iconic episodes of Breaking Bad will be shown in theaters next month.

NFL Aug 18, 2026

Dallas Cowboys roster: Michael Trigg misses Saints scrimmage with injury

Michael Trigg is still out with his toe injury

PC Gaming Aug 18, 2026

'Ash Is Done' — Bruce Campbell Says He Will No Longer Play Evil Dead's Ash Williams

Bruce Campbell has put his most iconic character, Ash Williams, to bed.

PC Gaming Aug 18, 2026

Clipmatrix is a Counter-Strike-like, bunny hopping, platforming romp through surreal and industrial locales

A thing that always tickles me in a particular way is when a game takes a beloved mechanic from an iconic game that do...

NFL Aug 18, 2026

Giants practice takeaways: Malik Nabers, Arvell Reese, Andrew Thomas, more

Giants getting ready for trip to Miami that will include joint practice.

Technology Aug 18, 2026

A 3D fruit fly on macOS desktop powered by the real FlyWire connectome

Article URL: https://github.com/DenisSergeevitch/desktop-fly Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=4935322...

Technology Aug 18, 2026

Flock impersonates journalist in order to cancel his hotel reservations

Article URL: https://xcancel.com/bennjordan/status/2089430236945342508 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?...

NFL Aug 18, 2026

49ers’ Fred Warner sets record straight after breaking teammate’s ribs

That distinction matters because the injury had quickly been framed as friendly fire caused by Warner’s trademark tech...

Terrorism & Security Aug 18, 2026

Why has Russia threatened the UK and what happens next?

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said London will continue "to support Ukraine 100%".

NFL Aug 18, 2026

Nakobe Dean embracing leadership role during Las Vegas Raiders’ training camp

Free-agent addition is taking command of the defense early on

NFL Aug 18, 2026

Longtime special teams coach Frank Gansz Jr. dies at 64

Frank Gansz Jr., who spent decades as an assistant coach in the NFL, college football and multiple spring leagues, has d...

NFL Aug 18, 2026

Longtime special teams coach Frank Gansz Jr. dies at 64

Frank Gansz Jr., who spent decades as an assistant coach in the NFL, college football and multiple spring leagues, has d...

NFL Aug 18, 2026

Rams stars Puka Nacua, Myles Garrett take crucial first step toward return

Rams stars Puka Nacua and Myles Garrett returned to the field Tuesday for individual drills, taking a key step toward re...