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GIMP 3.0.4 Open-Source Image Editor Is Now Available for Download with Bug Fixes 9to5linux.com/gimp-3-0-4-o...

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GIMP 3.0.4 Open-Source Image Editor Is Now Available for Download with Bug Fixes - 9to5Linux
GIMP 3.0.4 open-source image editor is now available for download with various fixes for bugs, crashes, regressions, and other issues.
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May 18, 2025 at 10:12 PM
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: May 18th, 2025 9to5linux.com/9to5linux-we...

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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: May 18th, 2025 - 9to5Linux
The 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup for May 18th, 2025, brings news about Debian 12.11, GIMP 3.0.4, Shotcut 25.05, Inkscape 1.4.2, and more.
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May 18, 2025 at 11:27 PM
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Nvidia's RTX 5060 launch and the erosion of independent GPU reviews
Hardware Unboxed has found plenty of success success on YouTube and has become a trusted voice in the PC hardware community. As you may know, Steve and Tim run HUB independently, and we're proud to have them continue collaborating with TechSpot to bring their reviews to our audience. Steve has... Read Entire Article
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May 19, 2025 at 5:55 AM
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Why is the BIOS key so tricky to find!? 😖
May 19, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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Is It Time to Drop Synology? Exploring Alternatives in 2025
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May 14, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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You can build your own humanoid robot with this open source project! 🤖

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You Can Build an Open Source Humanoid Robot for Just $5,000
UC Berkley shows an interesting project for the open source and robotics community.
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May 14, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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We tested out Firefox's new Tab Groups feature!

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Exploring Firefox Tab Groups: Has Mozilla Redeemed Itself?
Firefox's Tab Groups help you organize tabs efficiently. But how efficiently? Let me share my experience.
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May 1, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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These Linux terminals are a must-try in 2025!

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7 Modern Linux Terminals You Should Try in 2025
Looking for a fresh command-line experience on Linux? 🚀In this video, we explore 7 modern terminal emulators that are redefining what it means to use the te...
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May 1, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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Fedora 42's new additions are nice.

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Fedora 42 Released! 6 Things I Like Here
Fedora 42 delivers major upgrades like GNOME 48, a COSMIC spin, and more.
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April 18, 2025 at 10:19 PM
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Tariffs xkcd.com/3073
April 8, 2025 at 12:03 AM
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This is my favorite sign so far
A very displeased llama saying “no touchy”
April 6, 2025 at 12:35 AM
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Linus Torvalds figured out Microsoft’s agenda way before the rest of us. 🙂
April 5, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Senate passes resolution to counter President Trump's tariffs on Canada, as some Republicans rebuke the president's plans.
Senate rebukes Trump’s tariffs as some Republicans vote to halt taxes on Canadian imports
The Senate has passed a resolution that would thwart President Donald Trump’s ability to impose tariffs on Canada.
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April 2, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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This is one hundred percent a case of a man completely obsessed with the idea of tariffs being told "no, bad" by every single smart person around him, and the flip to "it's gonna cause some pain" rhetoric was when they finally got through to him.

But his stupid stubborn ego won't let him back down.
April 3, 2025 at 12:50 AM
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guess where they got their weird trade deficit math from?

i went to the pit for y'all and brought back the screenshots with alt text
chatgpt log: What would be an easy way to calculate the tariffs that should be imposed on other countries so that the US is on even-playing fields when it comes to trade deficit? Set minimum at 10%. Reasoned about trade tariffs and deficits for 10 seconds v A straightforward (if naïve) method is to set the tariff rate for each trading partner equal to the percentage share of the trade deficit relative to that country's total imports-always no less than 10%. In formula form: Tariff Rate (%) = max(10, (Trade Deficit ÷ Total Imports) * 100) For example, if the US runs a $20 billion deficit on $100 billion worth of imports from a country, the calculated rate is (20/100)×100 = 20%. If the deficit were only 5%, you'd still impose a 10% floor. This method ignores the intricate dynamics of international trade-such as elasticities, retaliatory measures, and supply chain nuances-but it provides a blunt, proportional rule to "level the playing field." One might implement it in Python like so: [code] Gemini answer: Okay, let's break down the idea of using tariffs to achieve an "even playing field" defined as eliminating the US trade deficit. While the goal of balancing trade is understandable, devising an "easy way" to calculate tariffs to achieve this is extremely complex, and most economists would argue it's not feasible or desirable for several reasons. However, let's outline a highly simplified conceptual approach based only on the numbers, ignoring the vast real-world complexities and consequences: Simplified (and Problematic) Calculation Idea: 1. Identify the Bilateral Deficit: Determine the trade deficit the US has with a specific country (Country X). Deficit_X = Value of Imports from X - Value of • Exports to X 2. Target Reduction: The goal is to reduce imports from Country X (or increase their cost to US buyers) by the amount of the deficit, so that the value effectively balances out. 3. Calculate Required Tariff (Ignoring Economics): • If you assume, very unrealistically, that a tariff directly reduces the value of imports by a corresponding percentage (which it doesn't - it increases the price), you could try: Required Reduction % = Deficit_X / Value of • Imports from X Claude: What would be an easy way to calculate the tariffs that should be imposed on other countries so that the US is on even-playing fields when it comes to trade deficit? Set minimum at 10%. To calculate tariffs that could theoretically level the playing field for trade deficits, I'd suggest a straightforward approach based on the trade imbalance percentage: 1. Calculate the bilateral trade deficit with each trading partner: Trade Deficit - US Imports from Country - US Exports to Country 2. Express this as a percentage of total bilateral trade: Deficit Percentage - (Trade Deficit / Total Bilateral Trade) × 100 3. Apply a tariff rate that corresponds to this percentage, with your minimum 10% floor: Tariff Rate = max(Deficit Percentage, 10%) This creates a proportional response where countries with larger trade surpluses with the US would face higher tariffs. For example: • If Country A has a 25% trade surplus with the US (meaning the US has a 25% deficit), apply a 25% tariff • If Country B has a 5% trade surplus with the US, apply the minimum 10% tariff This method is relatively simple to calculate and directly ties tariff levels to trade imbalances. However, I should note that economists generally caution that trade deficits alone don't necessarily indicate unfair trade practices, and tariffs can have complex economic consequences including increased consumer prices and potential retaliation. Would you like me to elaborate on any part of this approach or discuss potential refinements to make it more sophisticated? Grok: the deficit. The deficit as a percentage of total trade is $295B/$582B = 50.69%. Using the formula Tariff% = 10% + (Deficit% × Scaling Factor), we choose a scaling factor of 50 for illustration: • Tariff = 10% + (50.69% × 50) = 10% + 25.345% = 35.345%, rounded to 35.3%. This means a 35.3% tariff on Chinese goods could be proposed to offset the imbalance, aiming to reduce imports and encourage domestic production or exports. Extending to Other Countries To provide a broader view, here's a table of top US trading partners with 2024 deficits, using data from The Motley Fool and similar calculations (assuming scaling factor of 50 for consistency): [data table headings] Country Deficit (USD Billion) Total Trade (USD Billion) Deficit % Calculate d Tariff % China -295 582 50.69% 35.3% Mexico -172 840 20.48% 20.2% Vietnam -123 (Data incomplet e, estimate) ~30% 25.0% Ireland -87 (Data incomplet e, estimate) ~25% 22.5% Germany -85 (Data incomplete estimate) ~20% 20.0%
April 3, 2025 at 12:42 AM
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Steam's latest client update is good news for Linux users. 🐧🎮
Steam's Latest Client Update Introduces Many Refinements for Linux
Steam's newest client update brings important fixes for Linux gamers.
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April 3, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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For those who are actually curious what living with a modern EV (which isn't a Tesla) is actually like...

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An unplanned trip from Chicago to Milwaukee in an electric car
YouTube video by Technology Connextras
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March 31, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Wikipedia exits the Nazi group chat

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March 28, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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March 27, 2025 at 2:03 AM
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AerynOS 2025.03 is the first release following the Serpent OS rebranding.
Serpent OS Sheds its Skin to Evolve into AerynOS
Serpent OS has successfully rebranded into AerynOS with a new release.
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March 27, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Dell Alienware AW2725Q 27" Review: Most Affordable 4K 240Hz QD-OLED
The Dell Alienware AW2725Q debuts as the cheapest 27-inch 4K 240Hz QD-OLED gaming monitor yet, priced $200 below competitors. Is this a genuine deal or are sacrifices made? Read Entire Article
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March 21, 2025 at 10:13 AM
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AppImages can be made into default apps for quick launches.
Set an AppImage Application as Default App
Quick little tip to set AppImage applications as default.
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March 20, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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The broader purpose of studying hidden objectives is to prevent future scenarios where AI systems might deceive or manipulate human users.
Researchers astonished by tool’s apparent success at revealing AI’s “hidden objectives”
Anthropic trains custom AI to hide objectives, but different “personas” spill their secrets.
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March 18, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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Latest Patch Tuesday accidentally removes Copilot app from Windows, and people want that as a feature
On March 17, Microsoft released the KB5053598 update for Windows 11, bringing the OS build number to 26100.3476 and introducing the usual batch of changes and security updates. As Windows users have come to expect, each new Patch Tuesday can be both a security improvement and a potential disaster for OS stability. Read Entire Article
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March 17, 2025 at 11:38 PM
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