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From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-14 22:48:23
Adobe unveils AI video generator trained on licensed content
New text-to-video tool focuses on video pros, made with content owner permission.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-14 20:25:54
The Internet Archive and its 916 billion saved webpages are back online
Wayback Machine back in read-only mode after DDoS, may need further maintenance.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-14 20:06:27
Invisible text that AI chatbots understand and humans can’t? Yep, it’s a thing.
A quirk in the Unicode standard harbors an ideal steganographic code channel.
From Americast at 2024-10-14 18:03:00
Americanswers...on 5 Live! How likely is a repeat of the January 6 attacks? (p0jxqq8x.mp3)
With Matt Chorley in the US this week, the Americast team joined presenter Leila Nathoo for another round of Americanswers on 5 Live.
With less than 25 days until the election and tensions escalating in the Middle East and elsewhere around the world, how much does foreign policy resonate with undecided voters?
With the events of January 6 2021 still fresh in voters' minds, how likely is the prospect of violence this time around in the aftermath of the presidential election?
And, the team offer their thoughts on the ultimate political film...
HOSTS:
• Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter • Sarah Smith, North America Editor • Marianna Spring, Disinformation and Social Media Correspondent • Anthony Zurcher, North America Correspondent
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From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-14 17:49:08
This is a current list of where and when I am scheduled to speak:
- I’m speaking at SOSS Fusion 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. The event will be held on October 22 and 23, 2024, and my talk is at 9:15 AM ET on October 22, 2024.
The list is maintained on this page.
From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-14 12:06:27
Perfectl in an impressive piece of malware:
The malware has been circulating since at least 2021. It gets installed by exploiting more than 20,000 common misconfigurations, a capability that may make millions of machines connected to the Internet potential targets, researchers from Aqua Security said. It can also exploit CVE-2023-33246, a vulnerability with a severity rating of 10 out of 10 that was patched last year in Apache RocketMQ, a messaging and streaming platform that’s found on many Linux machines.
The researchers are calling the malware Perfctl, the name of a malicious component that surreptitiously mines cryptocurrency. The unknown developers of the malware gave the process a name that combines the perf Linux monitoring tool and ctl, an abbreviation commonly used with command line tools. A signature characteristic of Perfctl is its use of process and file names that are identical or similar to those commonly found in Linux environments. The naming convention is one of the many ways the malware attempts to escape notice of infected users...
From The Rest Is History at 2024-10-14 00:10:00
503. The French Revolution: Bloodbath in Paris (Part 1) (GLT8447202194.mp3?updated=1728860091)
Welcome to Season 2 of The French Revolution Revolutionary fervour threatens to engulf the streets of Paris, as demonstrators have gathered on the Champ de Mars to sign a petition demanding the removal of the King. Two days prior, the National Assembly had decreed that Louis XVI would remain King under a constitutional monarchy, even after his failed escape to Varennes, an inexcusable betrayal of the French people. The crowd has begun to swell on the Champ de Mars, and two men have already been lynched by the mob. The National Guard, with Lafayette at its head, has been sent to disperse the demonstrators, and a bloody, violent face-off erupts… Join Tom and Dominic in the first part of our second Season of the French Revolution, as they break down the events of the Champs de Mars Massacre. _______ LIVE SHOWS *The Rest Is History LIVE in the U.S.A.* If you live in the States, we've got some great news: Tom and Dominic will be performing throughout America in November, with shows in San Francisco, L.A., Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Boston and New York. *The Rest Is History LIVE at the Royal Albert Hall* Tom and Dominic, accompanied by a live orchestra, take a deep dive into the lives and times of two of history’s greatest composers: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. Tickets on sale now at TheRestIsHistory.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis + Aaliyah Akude Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From Leading at 2024-10-14 00:10:00
102. Alan Johnson: From Blair to Starmer - What can Labour learn? (Part 2) (GLT5719462642.mp3?updated=1728225541)
How does militant socialism compare to Corbynism? How did Labour’s ‘remain’ campaign go so wrong? And what should Labour be doing about immigration? On today’s episode of Leading, Rory and Alastair are joined by long-serving Labour minister, Alan Johnson, to discuss all this and more Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @RestIsPolitics Email: restispolitics@gmail.com Assistant Producer: India Dunkley Video Editor: Teo Ayodeji-Ansell Social Producer: Jess Kidson Producer: Nicole Maslen and Fiona Douglas Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-13 17:33:04
In 1941, a mostly Australian force invaded Lebanon from Palestine. The enemy wasn't Germany but France! Find out the full story of this peculiar side campaign of WWII here... Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS, FRSA, is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Visit my audio book channel 'War Stories with Mark Felton': https://youtu.be/xszsAzbHcPE Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Australian War Memorial; Imperial War Museum Primary Source: 'Syria & Lebanon 1941: The Allied Fight Against the Vichy French' by David Sutton, (Osprey: 2022) Thumbnail coloured by Nils Hagemann & Ben Nightingale
From Drachinifel at 2024-10-13 11:31:56
00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:38 - G14 carrier vs Malta or Midway? 00:05:00 - Why weren't medium cruisers ever a thing? 00:09:35 - If flat deck carriers had never been a thing, what would seaplane "fleet carriers" look like? 00:14:20 - What would Grand Admiral Drach's doctrine be for fighting a naval war with one of the top naval powers, as a nation with a smaller fleet? 00:23:14 - In Drydock 303 you said you had found new information that made you change your stance on Rodney's torpedo attack from maybe to almost certain, are you planing to do addendum video this information and are there any other ships or battles you think need an addendum video might be good? 00:26:05 - If Rodney had aggressively pursued de Grasse's defeated force at the Saintes, a) how likely is it that he'd've been able to bag the entire deployed portion of the French battleline (as his critics afterwards alleged he'd passed up the opportunity to do), and b) if he had managed to bag de Grasse's entire fleet, what effects would that've had going forwards? 00:31:53 - The Japanese navy had plans to swap the turrets of the Mogami and other ships in the event of war, could the Americans could have had better torpedo blisters ready for ships like Wasp, Ranger or Saratoga? 00:36:02 - 16"/50 Mk2 vs Mk7? 00:39:56 - In the time period the channel covers, how common was smoking aboard warships? 00:42:07 - What special tactics, formations, precautions did fleets take when transiting choke points when potentially facing combat? 00:47:39 - Through the magical power of hand waving the negotiations for the Washington Naval Treaty are delayed by 3 years, how does this change the Treaty, the fleets, and WWII? 00:56:43 - Tubular vs tripod/cage masts? 01:00:03 - ASW projectiles for escorts main battery? 01:02:56 - Who was Japans Churchill/FDR/Stalin etc figure?
From Drachinifel at 2024-10-12 12:00:09
The St Vincent class, battleships of the British Royal Navy, are today's subject. Read more about the ships here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/British-Battleships-Oscar-Parkes/dp/0850526043/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/British-Battleships-World-War-One/dp/1848321473/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/British-Battleship-1906-1946-Norman-Friedman-ebook/dp/B019EJVJT8/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Grand-Fleet-Warship-Development-1906-1922-ebook/dp/B0CBNF2PJS/ Naval History books, use code 'DRACH' for 25% off - https://www.usni.org/press/books?f%5B0%5D=subject%3A1966 Free naval photos and more - www.drachinifel.co.uk Want to support the channel? - https://www.patreon.com/Drachinifel Want a shirt/mug/hoodie - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/drachinifels-dockyard/ Want a poster? - https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Drachinifel Want to talk about ships? https://discord.gg/TYu88mt 'Legionnaire' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
From The Week in Westminster at 2024-10-12 11:30:00
George Parker of the Financial Times analyses the week's political developments at Westminster.
In the week of Sir Keir Starmer's 100 days in Number Ten, the former deputy chief of staff to David Cameron, Baroness Kate Fall, and Tony Blair's former director of political operations, John McTernan, discuss the political fallout of the resignation of the Prime Minister's chief of staff, Sue Gray.
To discuss the forthcoming budget George is joined by former Treasury minister and crossbecnh peer, Lord O'Neill and the Head of Bloomberg Economics, Stephanie Flanders.
Following his retirement from the House of Lords, the Labour politician and founding member of the Social Democratic Party, Lord Owen, discusses his life in politics. Two former Conservative MPs, David Gauke and Miriam Cates discuss the latest in the Conservative leadership contest.
From More or Less: Behind the Stats at 2024-10-12 06:00:00
Uncertainty, probability and double yoked eggs (p0jx6k2y.mp3)
Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter is one of the great communicators of probability and uncertainty.
His new book, The Art of Uncertainty, explains how to approach uncertainty, luck, probability and ignorance.
Tim Harford talks to Sir David about double yoked eggs, the Bay of Pigs, and his top tips for politicians who want to communicate evidence and uncertainty. Presenter: Tim Harford Series producer: Tom Colls Production co-ordinator: Katie Morrison Sound mix: John Scott Editor: Richard Vadon
From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-11 22:04:10
Indian Fishermen Are Catching Less Squid
Fishermen in Tamil Nadu are reporting smaller catches of squid.
From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-11 20:00:27
More on My AI and Democracy Book
In July, I wrote about my new book project on AI and democracy, to be published by MIT Press in fall 2025. My co-author and collaborator Nathan Sanders and I are hard at work writing.
At this point, we would like feedback on titles. Here are four possibilities:
- Rewiring Democracy: How AI Will Transform our Politics, Government, and Citizenship
- The Thinking State: How AI Can Improve Democracy
- Better Run: How AI Can Make our Politics, Government, Citizenship More Efficient, Effective and Fair
- AI and the New Future of Democracy: Changes in Politics, Government, and Citizenship...
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-11 17:30:07
Are Tesla’s robot prototypes AI marvels or remote-controlled toys?
Partying robots spark debate about accuracy of Musk's "biggest product ever of any kind" vision.
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-11 17:10:17
Inside the Kaiser's Closet - World's Finest WW1 Militaria Collection
NOTE: THIS IS THE COMPLETE EDITION OF MY ORIGINAL 3-PART SERIES Join me as we open Kaiser Wilhelm II's closets and examine his vast collection of uniforms, medals and swords today stored at his former home in the Netherlands, Huis Doorn. This collection is not open to the public, but I was able to catalogue many of its highlights for you! Special thanks to the staff at Huis Doorn for inviting me on a private tour of the building and grounds. My thanks to the following persons: Curator Cornelis van der Bas, Junior Curator Leon van der Kuil, and Marketeer Jaël Buteijn. Many thanks for such a memorable and fascinating visit! For information on visiting Huis Doorn, please go to: https://www.huisdoorn.nl/en/homepage/ Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS, FRSA, is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Visit my audio book channel 'War Stories with Mark Felton': https://youtu.be/xszsAzbHcPE Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Bundesarchiv; Jaël Buteijn; A. Savin; Tony Webster
From The Incomparable Mothership at 2024-10-11 17:00:00
737: The Bolthole of My Own Self-Referentiality (9be2c3fe-5733-491b-b1eb-20a799e6cd7f.mp3)
It was the late ’80s and comic writer Grant Morrison was fast becoming Grant Morrison. Come back with us to look at his run on Animal Man, issues 1-26, in which a has-been/never-was superhero becomes an outspoken animal rights activist, witnesses the near-undoing of the Crisis on Infinite Earths, and meets his own maker—who looks strangely like Grant Morrison. Before Deadpool and She-Hulk broke the fourth wall, this was Peak Meta....
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-11 15:58:35
AMD unveils powerful new AI chip to challenge Nvidia
AMD CEO Lisa Su on the MI325X: "This is the beginning, not the end of the AI race."
From Drachinifel at 2024-10-11 14:00:26
Wrecks of Melbourne - HMAS J7 and HMVS Cerberus
Head to https://www.squarespace.com/drachinifel to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code DRACHINIFEL Today we take a look two historic wrecks that can be found in surprisingly easy reach of the city of Melbourne, Australia. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:55 - Wrecks! Naval History books, use code 'DRACH' for 25% off - https://www.usni.org/press/books?f%5B0%5D=subject%3A1966 Free naval photos and channel posters - www.drachinifel.co.uk Want to support the channel? - https://www.patreon.com/Drachinifel Want to talk about ships? https://discord.gg/TYu88mt 'Legionnaire' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
From Americast at 2024-10-11 12:44:00
It’s James Carville, Stupid! (p0jx51fm.mp3)
The Clinton strategist and Dem party giant is on Americast
LONG
James Carville, the influential Democrat strategist, and man behind Bill Clinton’s successful ’92 presidential campaign, is on Americast.
His message, ‘It’s the economy, stupid!’ is credited with some of that success.
He tells Justin what he thinks Kamala Harris’s message should be in 2024, and why he thinks her party’s campaign needs to be more aggressive.
And he talks about being the subject of a new documentary, Carville: Winning Is Everything, Stupid.
HOST * Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter
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From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-11 12:08:28
After retiring in 2014 from an uncharacteristically long tenure running the NSA (and US CyberCommand), Keith Alexander founded a cybersecurity company called IronNet. At the time, he claimed that it was based on IP he developed on his own time while still in the military. That always troubled me. Whatever ideas he had, they were developed on public time using public resources: he shouldn’t have been able to leave military service with them in his back pocket.
In any case, it was never clear what those ideas were. IronNet never seemed to have any special technology going for it. Near as I could tell, its success was entirely based on Alexander’s name...
From School of War at 2024-10-11 12:04:34
Ep 151: Nicholas Morton on the Crusades (NEBM8804349211.mp3?updated=1728645038)
Nicholas Morton, Senior Lecturer in History, Nottingham Trent University and author of The Crusader States and their Neighbours: A Military History, 1099-1187, joins the show to discuss the the Crusades. ▪️ Times • 01:25 Introduction • 02:21 What were the Crusades? • 07:30 Franks and Turks • 09:57 Combat • 14:01 50/50 • 19:48 Sieges • 23:47 Others • 31:31 Seljuks • 36:50 Crusader States • 41:28 Why did they fail? • 45:19 Continuity and complexity • 49:45 Fluidity Follow along on Instagram Find a transcript of today’s episode on our School of War Substack
From Americast at 2024-10-10 16:34:00
Hurricane Milton and a storm of misinformation (p0jwyj2g.mp3)
More than 3 million homes and businesses in Florida have been left without power after Hurricane Milton tore through the center of the state. The Americast team have partnered with Newscast to bring you a special episode on the storm that arrived less than two weeks after Hurricane Helene devastated the Gulf Coast.
Sarah is in Miami to survey the scale of the damage, and Justin, Marianna and Adam are in the studio to discuss Hurricane Milton’s potential impact on the upcoming election and the disinformation swirling online.
HOSTS: * Sarah Smith, North America editor * Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter * Adam Fleming, Newscast presenter * Marianna Spring, Disinformation and Social Media correspondent
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From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-10 15:26:47
Join Ars in DC for infrastructure, cocktails, and spycraft on October 29
On the discussion agenda: Privacy, compliance, and making infrastructure smarter.
From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-10 12:00:59
Deebot Robot Vacuums Are Using Photos and Audio to Train Their AI
An Australian news agency is reporting that robot vacuum cleaners from the Chinese company Deebot are surreptitiously taking photos and recording audio, and sending that data back to the vendor to train their AIs.
Ecovacs’s privacy policy—available elsewhere in the app—allows for blanket collection of user data for research purposes, including:
- The 2D or 3D map of the user’s house generated by the device
- Voice recordings from the device’s microphone
- Photos or videos recorded by the device’s camera
It also states that voice recordings, videos and photos that are deleted via the app may continue to be held and used by Ecovacs...
From The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart at 2024-10-10 08:30:00
Election 2024: How Secure is Your Vote? (CBS1985787220.mp3?updated=1728520372)
In the aftermath of 2020, and with 2024 voting already underway, election integrity remains a pivotal issue in our political discourse. Joining us this week for a bipartisan breakdown of election security myths vs. facts are Stacey Abrams, voting rights activist and host of "Assembly Required," and Matt Masterson, Senior Director of Microsoft's Democracy Forward Program. Together, they lay bare the real vulnerabilities and safeguards of our voting system. Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social media for more: > YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weeklyshowpodcast > Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weeklyshowpodcast > TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@weeklyshowpodcast > X: https://x.com/weeklyshowpod Host/Executive Producer – Jon Stewart Executive Producer – James Dixon Executive Producer – Chris McShane Executive Producer – Caity Gray Lead Producer – Lauren Walker Producer – Brittany Mehmedovic Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo Audio Editor & Engineer – Nicole Boyce Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear Music by Hansdle Hsu — This podcast is brought to you by: ZipRecruiter Try it for free at this exclusive web address: ziprecruiter.com/ZipWeekly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-10 01:12:56
Archive.org, a repository storing the entire history of the Internet, has been hacked
31 million records containing email addresses and passwords hashes exposed.
From The Rest Is Politics at 2024-10-10 00:10:00
325. Question Time: Are the Tories dead or sleeping? (GLT7173535121.mp3?updated=1728414929)
How many civilian casualties is too many: what defines a proportionate war? What makes a good civil servant according to Alastair and Rory. And, why should children learn how to disagree agreeably? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all of these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy, a green electricity supplier powering homes across the UK. Use referral code POLITICS after sign up for a chance to win a signed copy of Rory and Alastair's books with personalised messages. Learn more at getfuse.com/politics ⚡ Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restispolitics It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ TRIP Plus: Become a member of The Rest Is Politics Plus to support the podcast, receive our exclusive newsletter, enjoy ad-free listening to both TRIP and Leading, benefit from discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, join our Discord chatroom, and receive early access to live show tickets and Question Time episodes. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. TRIP TOUR: To buy tickets for our October Tour, just head to www.therestispolitics.com Instagram @restispolitics Twitter:@RestIsPolitics Email: restispolitics@gmail.com Assistant Producer: India Dunkley Video Editor: Teo Ayodeji-Ansell Social Producer: Jess Kidson Producer: Nicole Maslen and Fiona Douglas Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From The Rest Is History at 2024-10-10 00:00:00
502. The Roman Conquest of Britain: To the Ends of the Earth (Part 4) (GLT1970351222.mp3?updated=1728515096)
In the aftermath of Boudicca’s uprising, the Romans felt they could not withdraw from the British Isles. They sent their most competent fighters and leaders to suppress the indigenous Britons in the south. As the Druids of Wales were defeated, and the resistant Caledonians were massacred, the process of Romanisation in Britain began. London became the urbanised imperial capital, and the Roman love of hot springs saw the development of Bath. And, forty years after their arrival, they finally reached the Highlands, conquering lands as north as Orkney. Listen as Tom and Dominic discuss how the Romans circumnavigated the British Isles, colonised its lands and returned to Rome as heroes. _______ LIVE SHOWS *The Rest Is History LIVE in the U.S.A.* If you live in the States, we've got some great news: Tom and Dominic will be performing throughout America in November, with shows in San Francisco, L.A., Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Boston and New York. *The Rest Is History LIVE at the Royal Albert Hall* Tom and Dominic, accompanied by a live orchestra, take a deep dive into the lives and times of two of history’s greatest composers: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. Tickets on sale now at TheRestIsHistory.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-09 22:33:34
Is China pulling ahead in AI video synthesis? We put Minimax to the test
With China's AI video generators pushing memes into weird territory, it was time to test one out.
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-09 19:22:38
Himmler's Fourth Reich - SS Assets Saved in Global Conspiracy
In August 1944, as the Battle of Normandy raged, a secret meeting was held in Strasbourg by a cabal of senior SS officers and German industrialists. The meeting was ordered by Heinrich Himmler himself - its purpose - none other than to save German industrial wealth from the Allies and to lay the foundations for a postwar Fourth Reich, with Himmler as its leader. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - 'SS-1: The Unlikely Death of Heinrich Himmler' by Hugh Thomas, (Fourth Estate: 2002) - 'Nazi Billionaires: The Dark History of Germany's Wealthiest Dynasties' by David de Jong, (William Collins: 2022) - 'Revealed: The secret report that shows how the Nazis planned a Fourth Reich ...in the EU' by Adam Lebor, EW-Pa 128 report, 8 November 2009 - 'Nazi Gold by Ian Sayer & Douglas Botting, (Granada Publishing: 1984) Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Moonik; Dormskirk; Sith Coolive; Matti Blum; Joerg Zaegel
From The Media Show at 2024-10-09 18:45:00
Reporting Gaza, expert women on the news, publishing's big week (p0jwq6pg.mp3)
The BBC's Rushdi Abualouf, The Economist's Zanny Minton Beddoes, how to increase the number of female experts on the news, and the publishing industry's "Super Thursday".
Presenters: Katie Razzall and Ros Atkins
Assistant Producers: Lucy Wai and Martha Owen
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-09 13:26:26
Two never-before-seen tools, from same group, infect air-gapped devices
It's hard enough creating one air-gap-jumping tool. GoldenJackal did it 2x in 5 years.
From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-09 12:05:50
Auto-Identification Smart Glasses
Two students have created a demo of a smart-glasses app that performs automatic facial recognition and then information lookups. Kind of obvious, but the sort of creepy demo that gets attention.
News article.
From Drachinifel at 2024-10-09 12:00:49
A Drydocked Battleship - What's below the waterline?
Today we take a look an exclusive look at what the underside of an Iowa class battleship looks like as we tour USS New Jersey in her drydock. Support the ship here: https://www.battleshipnewjersey.org/ Naval History books, use code 'DRACH' for 25% off - https://www.usni.org/press/books?f%5B0%5D=subject%3A1966 Free naval photos and channel posters - www.drachinifel.co.uk Want to support the channel? - https://www.patreon.com/Drachinifel Want to talk about ships? https://discord.gg/TYu88mt 'Legionnaire' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
From More or Less: Behind the Stats at 2024-10-09 09:30:00
Should the government target persnuffle? (p0jwdkdq.mp3)
Are childhood obesity rates going down? Do 35 million birds die every year in the UK after hitting windows? How much money could the Chancellor find by changing the debt rule? And Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter contemplates the probability of his own conception.
Tim Harford investigates some of the numbers in the news, and in life.
Presenter: Tim Harford Reporter: Charlotte MacDonald Producers: Bethan Ashmead Latham, Natasha Fernandes and Nathan Gower Series producer: Tom Colls Production co-ordinator: Katie Morrison Sound mix: Neil Churchill Editor: Richard Vadon
From The Django weblog at 2024-10-09 04:26:40
Why Django supports the Open Source Pledge
We at the Django Software Foundation are pleased to share that Sentry, alongside other partners, has launched the Open Source Pledge — an initiative designed to address sustainability challenges in open source.
The Open Source Pledge is a commitment for member companies to pay OSS maintainers meaningfully for their work. When maintainers are adequately supported, they can better sustain their projects, ensuring the growth, stability, and security of the broader ecosystem.
The sustainability challenge in the Django community
In our community and OSS at large, the challenge is real and significant. Django packages are often maintained by small teams or even individuals, often unpaid. As the demands on these projects grow, so too does the pressure on the maintainers. And without financial support, maintainers often move on without a clear succession plan. The potential failure of these projects not only impacts the developers involved but also the thousands of companies and millions of users who rely on these critical pieces of infrastructure.
Here are a few assorted examples from Django packages in the top 10 by download counts:
- Is DRF still considered alive?, Moving REST framework forward
- Lots of open PRs with no feedback or action
- Recruiting maintainers
- We need more roadies in jazzband
The case for joining the pledge
The Open Source Pledge is simple but impactful: member companies commit a minimum of $2,000 per year, per developer on staff, to support open source maintainers. Additionally, companies are encouraged to publish an annual report detailing their payments, creating transparency and accountability within the community.
We encourage companies of all sizes to join the Pledge and contribute to the sustainability of the software we all depend on. By making a financial commitment, you are not just supporting maintainers—you are investing in the stability, security, and growth of the entire tech ecosystem.
If you're interested in joining the Open Source Pledge or learning more about the sustainability issues facing OSS, please visit the initiative’s page. Together, we can build a stronger, more sustainable open source future. And if you believe in this cause, we encourage you to share this post to help broaden awareness and inspire further commitments from peers and partners.
From The Rest Is Politics at 2024-10-09 00:00:00
324. Israel at War: One Year On (GLT3830207934.mp3?updated=1728428453)
How has the political landscape of the Middle East changed in the year since Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel? Why has Keir Starmer reshuffled his top team? Is “the grid” still working for the Labour government? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more in today's episode of The Rest Is Politics. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy, a green electricity supplier powering homes across the UK. Use referral code POLITICS after sign up for a chance to win a signed copy of Rory and Alastair's books with personalised messages. Learn more at getfuse.com/politics ⚡ Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restispolitics It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ TRIP TOUR: To buy tickets for our October Tour, just head to www.therestispolitics.com TRIP Plus: Become a member of The Rest Is Politics Plus to support the podcast, receive our exclusive newsletter, enjoy ad-free listening to both TRIP and Leading, benefit from discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, join our Discord chatroom, and receive early access to live show tickets and Question Time episodes. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @RestIsPolitics Email: restispolitics@gmail.com Assistant Producer: India Dunkley Video Editor: Josh Smith Social Producer: Jess Kidson Producer: Nicole Maslen + Fiona Douglas Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Head of Digital: Sam Oakley Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-08 16:17:37
In stunning Nobel win, AI researchers Hopfield and Hinton take 2024 Physics Prize
Hinton, who quit Google in 2023 to warn of AI dangers, was "flabbergasted" at the news.
From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-08 12:00:52
China Possibly Hacking US “Lawful Access” Backdoor
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Chinese hackers (Salt Typhoon) penetrated the networks of US broadband providers, and might have accessed the backdoors that the federal government uses to execute court-authorized wiretap requests. Those backdoors have been mandated by law—CALEA—since 1994.
It’s a weird story. The first line of the article is: “A cyberattack tied to the Chinese government penetrated the networks of a swath of U.S. broadband providers.” This implies that the attack wasn’t against the broadband providers directly, but against one of the intermediary companies that sit between the government CALEA requests and the broadband providers...
From The Django weblog at 2024-10-08 12:00:00
Django bugfix release issued: 5.1.2
Today we've issued the 5.1.2 bugfix release.
The release package and checksums are available from our downloads page, as well as from the Python Package Index. The PGP key ID used for this release is Natalia Bidart: 2EE82A8D9470983E.
From School of War at 2024-10-08 11:25:00
Ep 150: Katherine Kuzminski on the Draft (NEBM5950399480.mp3?updated=1728348244)
Katherine Kuzminski, Director of the Military, Veterans, and Society Program at CNAS, joins the show to discuss recruiting and mass mobilization in the event of war. ▪️ Times • 01:33 Introduction • 02:08 Why worry about mobilization? • 03:54 Meeting the threshold • 06:58 Low yield • 11:37 A loss of identity • 15:42 Aging up • 21:38 The Russian model • 23:55 Israeli lessons • 26:38 Working with what we have • 32:05 Infantry concerns • 35:05 Women in the draft • 39:12 Deterrent value • 41:20 Sustaining industry • 43:45 An “I” society Back to the Drafting Board Follow along on Instagram Find a transcript of today’s episode on our School of War Substack
From A Collection of Unmitigated Pedantry at 2024-10-07 21:58:34
Friends, Readers, Countrymen, lend me your eyes! As sadly expected, the hiatus is going to continue through October. I am making good progress on my writing, but still need to keep focusing. I am currently, I believe, on track for us to go back to normally scheduled posts in November, but I don’t want to … Continue reading Continues the Hiatus, 2024
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-07 17:59:53
Betraying the Lienz Cossacks - Operation Keelhaul 1945
In 1945, Britain deported over 50,000 Cossacks to the Soviet Union, these men having served the German Army. This was in spite of agreeing not to do this. The Cossacks at Lienz, Austria resisted, but the British Army used violence to force them onto trains to the Soviet sector and an uncertain future. Operation Keelhaul has become a notorious British crime. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - 'Operation Keelhaul' by Julius Epstein, (Devin-Adair Company: 1973) - 'The Last Secret' by Nicholas Bethell, (Andre Deutsch Limited: 1974) Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Europas Wanderdorfer; Bundesarchiv
From Americast at 2024-10-07 17:52:00
Americanswers…on 5 Live! Why has Melania Trump entered the abortion debate? (p0jw670l.mp3)
Americast is back on BBC Radio 5 Live! The whole team assembled to join Matt Chorley to answer your questions live on air.
With almost four weeks until the election, Melania Trump has entered the campaign with the release of snippets from her upcoming memoir in which she forcefully defends abortion rights. Does this present a problem for her husband, as he tries to win over voters who are pro-choice?
We unpack how Kamala Harris has changed the Democrat's social media strategy and how different it is covering an election in the US compared to the UK.
And, a caller offers Justin a thoughtful gift...
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From TIKhistory at 2024-10-07 17:00:52
THIS is the Actual Idea behind Fascism
This video explains the actual philosophical idea behind Fascism, which is Giovanni Gentile's "Actual Idealism", showing that its roots run deep throughout philosophy and history. This video is discussing events or concepts that are academic, educational and historical in nature. This video is for informational purposes and was created so we may better understand the past and learn from the mistakes others have made. The timeline map used in this video (version 001.02) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IJkAYcN9w0G9Hy5V6PacYLb4hMlHitCW/view?usp=sharing Follow me on Twitter https://twitter.com/TIKhistory ⏲️ Videos on Mondays at 5pm GMT (depending on season, check for British Summer Time). - - - - - 📚 BIBLIOGRAPHY / SOURCES 📚 The main sources used in this video: Farrell, N. "Mussolini: A New Life." Endeavour Press Ltd, Kinde 2015. Gentile, G. “Origins and Doctrine of Fascism: with Selections from Other Works.” Routledge, 2017. Gregor, J. “Giovanni Gentile: Philosopher of Fascism.” Routledge, Kindle 2017. Gregor, J. "Mussolini's Intellectuals: Fascis Social and Political Thought." Princeton University Press 2005. Leonard Peikoff's History of Philosophy series on YouTube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqsoWxJ-qmMuYO4AKp7NZ_qBy6gaj3cUv&si=ZEXS1yzykrQyoy42 Full list of all my sources https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/114GiK85MPs0v4GKm0izPj3DL2CrlJUdAantx5GQUKn8/edit?usp=sharing Photo by kittbui: https://www.pexels.com/photo/child-squatting-and-playing-in-water-27054228/ Photo by Pixabay: https://www.pexels.com/photo/white-matchstick-68543/ Photo by Karol D: https://www.pexels.com/photo/lighted-matchbox-399910/ Photo by Pixabay: https://www.pexels.com/photo/white-matchstick-67823/ Photo by Pavel Danilyuk: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-person-holding-white-printer-paper-8204987/ Photo by Ivan Samkov: https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-woman-taking-notes-4458554/ Photo by Chokniti Khongchum: https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-holding-container-with-seaweed-2280568/ Photo by Mikhail Nilov: https://www.pexels.com/photo/deer-behind-rock-and-tree-7710402/ - - - - - ⭐ SUPPORT TIK ⭐ This video isn't sponsored. My income comes purely from my Patreons and SubscribeStars, and from YouTube ad revenue. So, if you'd like to support this channel and make these videos possible, please consider becoming a Patreon or SubscribeStar. All supporters who pledge $1 or more will have their names listed in the videos. There are higher tiers too with additional perks, so check out the links below for more details. https://www.patreon.com/TIKhistory https://www.subscribestar.com/tikhistory Thank you to my current supporters! You're AWESOME! - - - - - ABOUT TIK 📝 History isn’t as boring as some people think, and my goal is to get people talking about it. I also want to dispel the myths and distortions that ruin our perception of the past by asking a simple question - “But is this really the case?”. I have a 2:1 Degree in History and a passion for early 20th Century conflicts (mainly WW2). I’m therefore approaching this like I would an academic essay. Lots of sources, quotes, references and so on. Only the truth will do.
From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-07 12:02:36
Largest Recorded DDoS Attack is 3.8 Tbps
CLoudflare just blocked the current record DDoS attack: 3.8 terabits per second. (Lots of good information on the attack, and DDoS in general, at the link.)
News article.
From Leading at 2024-10-07 00:10:00
101. Alan Johnson: The Prime Minister We Never Had? (Part 1) (GLT6292320646.mp3?updated=1728221049)
How much have the “bleak” post-war years shaped modern Britain? How did growing up parentless and in poverty inspire Alan Johnson’s life choices? And, is Alastair right, could he have been prime ministerial material? On today’s episode of Leading, Rory and Alastair are joined by long-serving Labour minister, Alan Johnson, to discuss all this and more. TRIP Plus Become a member of The Rest Is Politics Plus to support the podcast, receive our exclusive newsletter, enjoy ad-free listening to both TRIP and Leading, benefit from discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, join our Discord chatroom, and receive early access to live show tickets and Question Time episodes. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. TRIP TOUR To buy tickets for our October Tour, just head to www.therestispolitics.com Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @RestIsPolitics Email: restispolitics@gmail.com Assistant Producer: India Dunkley Video Editor: Teo Ayodeji-Ansell Social Producer: Jess Kidson Producer: Nicole Maslen and Fiona Douglas Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From The Rest Is History at 2024-10-07 00:00:00
501. The Roman Conquest of Britain: Boudicca’s Reign of Blood (Part 3) (GLT3128836892.mp3?updated=1728255952)
“Two cities were sacked, eighty thousand of the Romans and of their allies perished, and the island was lost to Rome. Moreover, all this ruin was brought upon by a woman...” Few figures have statues dedicated to them in the towns they incinerated. But Boudicca was no ordinary figure. With a name that means “she who brings victory”, Boudicca was Rome’s supervillain. She was a freedom fighter who stood up to the greatest imperial power in the world. In 60 AD, Boudicca led her Iceni army to attack Colchester and London, cities left bare and vulnerable without fortifications. But the Romans would not accept such defeats without taking revenge… Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the life of the first vivid personality in British history, a fierce tale of a warrior queen. _______ LIVE SHOWS *The Rest Is History LIVE in the U.S.A.* If you live in the States, we've got some great news: Tom and Dominic will be performing throughout America in November, with shows in San Francisco, L.A., Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Boston and New York. *The Rest Is History LIVE at the Royal Albert Hall* Tom and Dominic, accompanied by a live orchestra, take a deep dive into the lives and times of two of history’s greatest composers: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. Tickets on sale now at TheRestIsHistory.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-06 16:27:38
Did German Commandos Raid England?
It has been reported that German commandos raided mainland Britain to assault radar stations - are these reports true? Did German soldiers actually land in England? Dr. Mark Felton FRHistS, FRSA, is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channel: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Russ McLean
From Drachinifel at 2024-10-06 12:00:08
00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:38 - Re-use of ships machinery in civillian roles? 00:04:48 - Is Yamato's fame ahistorical? 00:08:58 - Why so few twin/triple combo armament schemes? 00:14:34 - UK keeping battleships post WW2? 00:23:09 - 'Easy upgrades' for a frigate/DE design in the interwar period? 00:28:57 - USS Texas at Jutland? 00:33:38 - Why was almost everyone unhappy with almost every treaty cruiser? 00:38:23 - Do you have any strong opinions on how naval vessels are depicted in fiction? 00:42:28 - How did the 4-in shells on HMS Belfast get to the guns? 00:44:30 - Would any of the German battlecruisers have been useful for interwar carrier or 'supercruiser' conversions? 00:46:31 - Army at Sea vs Seapower State? 00:52:59 - What kind of coastal defences did the British isles have just before, and develop during, WW1? 00:58:32 - When someone is taking sounding with a lead, how do they know when they've hit the bottom? Especially for very deep leads, like HMS Challenger near Guam. 01:00:02 - Would the US have deployed battleships if they knew about Hiei and Kirishima earlier? 01:05:02 - US and Italy Visits in October
From Drachinifel at 2024-10-05 12:00:26
The bigger of the 'Electroboots', last submarines of Kriegsmarine, are today's subject. Read more about the ships here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/ANATOMY-SHIP-TYPE-BOAT-Anatomy-dp-0851779220/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hitlers-Wonder-U-Boats-Hunter-Submarines-ebook/dp/B09GPZ62Y4/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/U-boat-Evolution-Technical-History-Submarines/dp/0870219669/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/GERMAN-UBOAT-Schiffer-Military-History/dp/0764307878/ http://www.uboatarchive.net/Design/DesignStudiesTypeXXI.htm https://uboat.net/technical/electroboats.htm Naval History books, use code 'DRACH' for 25% off - https://www.usni.org/press/books?f%5B0%5D=subject%3A1966 Free naval photos and more - www.drachinifel.co.uk Want to support the channel? - https://www.patreon.com/Drachinifel Want a shirt/mug/hoodie - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/drachinifels-dockyard/ Want a poster? - https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Drachinifel Want to talk about ships? https://discord.gg/TYu88mt 'Legionnaire' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
From More or Less: Behind the Stats at 2024-10-05 06:00:00
Are 672 billion pounds of corn eaten in the US every year? (p0jvlnhm.mp3)
National Geographic magazine recently wrote that “people in the United States eat more than 672 billion pounds of corn per year, which breaks down to more than 2,000 pounds per person annually”.
Is this really true?
Tim Harford investigates all the things that we don’t eat, that are counted in this number.
Presenter: Tim Harford Producer: Bethan Ashmead Latham Production co-ordinator: Katie Morrison Sound mix: Giles Aspen Editor: Richard Vadon
From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-04 22:07:53
Friday Squid Blogging: Map of All Colossal Squid Sightings
Interesting map, from this paper.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-04 20:55:09
OpenAI’s Canvas can translate code between languages with a click
New side-by-side document and code-editing feature catches up with Anthropic's Artifacts.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-04 19:42:06
Meta’s new “Movie Gen” AI system can deepfake video from a single photo
A future where realistic video fakes are easy and plentiful seems inevitable.
From The Incomparable Mothership at 2024-10-04 17:00:00
736: I Have Planets for That (f6eecb0c-b09a-4da0-a482-c4b3774ef51f.mp3)
Dan Moren’s “The Armageddon Protocol” is now on sale. He joins Jason to discuss how to wrap up a long-running series (while leaving doors open for future adventures), juggling an increasingly complex home life with a two-book contract, the broader publishing options available to fiction writers, and (of course) sandwiches....
From Americast at 2024-10-04 14:44:00
Will conflict in the Middle East impact the US election? (p0jvn5vp.mp3)
How important is the United States when it comes to resolving conflict in the Middle East, and how much power does the U.S. president really have in the region? With the election just weeks away, Justin and Sarah look at how the conflict might affect voters, and what it means for both Donald Trump’s and Kamala Harris’s presidential campaigns. CNN’s Chief International Anchor, Christiane Amanpour joins Justin and Sarah, sharing her insights and contacts from the region.
HOSTS: • Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter • Sarah Smith, North America Editor
GUEST: • Christiane Amanpour, CNN Chief International Anchor
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From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-04 00:42:05
Thousands of Linux systems infected by stealthy malware since 2021
The ability to remain installed and undetected makes Perfctl hard to fight.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-03 17:14:19
Microsoft’s new “Copilot Vision” AI experiment can see what you browse
Microsoft brings two new opt-in trial features to some users of its Copilot AI-assistant.
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-03 17:04:08
Iran's Top Guns - The Last F-14 Tomcat Squadrons
Iran is the only nation still using the F-14 Tomcat, the fighter made famous by the 1986 movie 'Top Gun'. Find out how Iran obtained these US planes and why they are still in service 50 years later in 2024. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Sources: - 'The Spies and Arms Smugglers Who Kept Iran’s F-14 Tomcats Flying' by Stephen Witt, Popular Mechanics, March 2, 2023 - 'How Is Iran Still Flying Top-Gun F-14 Tomcats?' by Kris Osborn, US Navy News, June 15, 2023 - 'Iran Flies the F-14 Tomcat Fighter Like in Top Gun: Maverick' by Maya Carlin, The National Interest, October 1, 2024 Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; US Navy; Israeli Defense Force
From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-03 12:04:20
Hackers can execute commands on a remote computer by sending malformed emails to a Zimbra mail server. It’s critical, but difficult to exploit.
In an email sent Wednesday afternoon, Proofpoint researcher Greg Lesnewich seemed to largely concur that the attacks weren’t likely to lead to mass infections that could install ransomware or espionage malware. The researcher provided the following details:
- While the exploitation attempts we have observed were indiscriminate in targeting, we haven’t seen a large volume of exploitation attempts
- Based on what we have researched and observed, exploitation of this vulnerability is very easy, but we do not have any information about how reliable the exploitation is ...
From The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart at 2024-10-03 08:30:00
How Algorithms, Money, & Bureaucracy Distance us from Democracy (CBS3548641375.mp3?updated=1727917410)
With the election just over a month away, Americans are caught between a flood of political promises and the reality that we live in a time of political dysfunction. Joining us this week to explore the root causes are Ezra Klein, opinion columnist at The New York Times, host of "The Ezra Klein Show" podcast, and author of "Why We're Polarized," alongside Tristan Harris, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology and co-host of "Your Undivided Attention" podcast. We examine how engagement-driven metrics and algorithms shape public discourse, fueling demagoguery and widening the gap between political rhetoric and public needs. Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social media for more: > YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weeklyshowpodcast > Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weeklyshowpodcast > TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@weeklyshowpodcast > X: https://x.com/weeklyshowpod Host/Executive Producer – Jon Stewart Executive Producer – James Dixon Executive Producer – Chris McShane Executive Producer – Caity Gray Lead Producer – Lauren Walker Producer – Brittany Mehmedovic Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo Audio Editor & Engineer – Nicole Boyce Researcher/Associate Producer – Gillian Spear Music by Hansdle Hsu — This podcast is brought to you by: ZipRecruiter Try it for free at this exclusive web address: ziprecruiter.com/ZipWeekly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From The Rest Is Politics at 2024-10-03 00:10:00
323. Question Time: How it feels to become “the story” (GLT9963488623.mp3?updated=1727888254)
Why are so many young men supporting the AFD in Germany? Would Trump be welcome on TRIP? And who, out of the pair, has the best Dame Maggie Smith story? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all of these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy, a green electricity supplier powering homes across the UK. Use referral code POLITICS after sign up for a chance to win a signed copy of Rory and Alastair's books with personalised messages. Learn more at getfuse.com/politics ⚡ Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restispolitics It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ TRIP TOUR: To buy tickets for our October Tour, just head to www.therestispolitics.com The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy, a green electricity supplier powering homes across the UK. Use referral code POLITICS after sign up for a chance to win tickets to the TRIP O2 Arena show in October. Learn more at getfuse.com/politics ⚡ TRIP Plus: Become a member of The Rest Is Politics Plus to support the podcast, receive our exclusive newsletter, enjoy ad-free listening to both TRIP and Leading, benefit from discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, join our Discord chatroom, and receive early access to live show tickets and Question Time episodes. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @RestIsPolitics Email: restispolitics@gmail.com Assistant Producer: India Dunkley Video Editor: Teo Ayodeji-Ansell Social Producer: Jess Kidson Producer: Nicole Maslen and Fiona Douglas Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From The Rest Is History at 2024-10-03 00:00:00
500. The Roman Conquest of Britain: The Empire Strikes Back (Part 2) (GLT3137178317.mp3?updated=1727886683)
Viewed as an idiot by those around him, Claudius felt the need to prove himself. In the century since Caesar had invaded Britain, the mythology surrounding the island had taken hold in Roman imaginations. Stories of sea monsters, terrifying Druids, and human sacrifice by barbarians, instilled fear into the imperial legions. But Claudius was determined, and launched a two-pronged attack on the southeastern coast to immortalise his name as a victor. Accompanied by German mercenaries, Roman soldiers forced their way across the Medway in Kent and headed up the Thames to London. British elites had two options: resist or collaborate… Join Tom and Dominic as they piece together, coin by Roman coin, how Claudius conquered Britain in 43 AD. _______ LIVE SHOWS *The Rest Is History LIVE at the Royal Albert Hall* Tom and Dominic, accompanied by a live orchestra, take a deep dive into the lives and times of two of history’s greatest composers: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. *The Rest Is History LIVE in the U.S.A.* If you live in the States, we've got some great news: Tom and Dominic will be performing throughout America in November, with shows in San Francisco, L.A., Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Boston and New York. Tickets on sale now at TheRestIsHistory.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis Editor: Aaliyah Akude Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-02 22:50:28
Attackers exploit critical Zimbra vulnerability using cc’d email addresses
When successful, attacks install a backdoor. Getting it to work reliably is another matter.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-02 20:56:31
OpenAI is now valued at $157 billion
OpenAI has nearly doubled what investors think it's worth—but there's a catch.
From The Media Show at 2024-10-02 19:33:00
Middle East crisis, Sony's video game flop, The Sidemen (p0jv76mb.mp3)
As the Israeli offensive against targets in Lebanon continues, we discuss the challenges for journalists reporting the story from Beirut and Jerusalem. We also look at how the media is reporting on the story and how the fast-moving nature of the conflict makes verifying information difficult. And we hear about one of the biggest flops in video game history as Sony pulls its new game Concord just days after launch. We explore why it failed and what it tells us about the state of the industry. Plus the manager of the biggest YouTube creators in Europe, The Sidemen. Jordan Schwarzenberger reveals their creative process and business strategy.
Guests: Lyse Doucet, Chief International correspondent, BBC; Alex Crawford, Special correspondent, Sky News; Yolande Knell, Middle East correspondent, BBC; Shaina Oppenheimer, Journalist, BBC Monitoring; Hesham Shawish, Journalist, BBC Monitoring; Shayan Sardarizadeh, Senior Journalist, BBC Verify; Keza MacDonald, video games editor, The Guardian; Jordan Schwarzenberger, Co-founder, Arcade Media.
Presenters: Katie Razzall and Ros Atkins Content Editor: Richard Hooper Assistant Producers: Martha Owen and Lucy Wai
From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-02 12:01:30
California AI Safety Bill Vetoed
Governor Newsom has vetoed the state’s AI safety bill.
I have mixed feelings about the bill. There’s a lot to like about it, and I want governments to regulate in this space. But, for now, it’s all EU.
(Related, the Council of Europe treaty on AI is ready for signature. It’ll be legally binding when signed, and it’s a big deal.)
From Drachinifel at 2024-10-02 12:00:58
Last Stand of HMS Edinburgh - Arctic Gold
Today we take a look at the last voyage and heroic last stand of HMS Belfast's sister-ship in the high Arctic Sources: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Last-Call-H-M-Edinburgh/dp/0002166771/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/British-Town-Class-Cruisers-Southampton/dp/1526718855/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Forgotten-Sacrifice-Arctic-Convoys-World-ebook/dp/B01DPPXF5I/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Arctic-Convoys-1941-1945-Richard-Woodman-ebook/dp/B07FJM4CWY/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Arctic-Convoys-Bletchley-Park-Seas-ebook/dp/B0CKS1QTK4/ https://www.forcesnews.com/feature/history-focus-story-hms-edinburghs-sunken-cargo-russian-gold Naval History books, use code 'DRACH' for 25% off - https://www.usni.org/press/books?f%5B0%5D=subject%3A1966 Free naval photos and channel posters - www.drachinifel.co.uk Want to support the channel? - https://www.patreon.com/Drachinifel Want to talk about ships? https://discord.gg/TYu88mt 'Legionnaire' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
From More or Less: Behind the Stats at 2024-10-02 09:30:00
How do you breed seventeen octillion rats? (p0jtyhjt.mp3)
Are GPs really working less hours per week? Does Wetherspoons really pay one in every £1000 of tax in the UK? Are more people in the UK economically inactive? How long does it take two rats to produce 17 octillion rats?
Tim Harford investigates some of the numbers in the news.
Presenter: Tim Harford Reporters: Natasha Fernandes and Bethan Ashmead-Latham Producer: Nathan Gower Series producer: Tom Colls Production co-ordinator: Katie Morrison Sound mix: Sarah Hockley Editor: Richard Vadon
From Americast at 2024-10-02 07:54:00
The JD Vance VS Tim Walz Vice Presidential Debate! (p0jv1v0t.mp3)
Vice presidential candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz have taken part in their first, and likely only, debate of the 2024 US election.
There were heated moments discussing January 6th, one muted microphone, and lots of policy ground covered: foreign policy, immigration and abortion rights. Will Vance and Walz’s performances help or hurt Donald Trump or Kamala Harris?
Sumi joins Marianna and Anthony who analyse who said what, and how much it matters to the presidential race.
HOSTS: • Anthony Zurcher, North America Correspondent • Marianna Spring, Disinformation and Social Media Correspondent • Sumi Somaskanda, BBC Chief Presenter
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From School of War at 2024-10-01 23:38:24
Ep 149: Mark Dubowitz on the Iran-Israel War (NEBM8437542008.mp3?updated=1727822522)
Mark Dubowitz, chief executive of Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joins the show to help us understand breaking developments in the war between Israel, Iran, and Iran’s regional proxies. ▪️ Times • 01:41 Introduction • 02:24 Iran’s missile attack • 03:56 Iranian intentions • 06:34 Options • 11:27 Iranian concerns • 14:59 Ring of fire • 19:10 Near term calculus • 23:49 Regime change • 28:52 Reagan strategy • 32:55 A “good” deal Follow along on Instagram Find a transcript of today’s episode on our School of War Substack
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-01 20:40:59
Crook made millions by breaking into execs’ Office365 inboxes, feds say
Email accounts inside 5 US companies unlawfully breached through password resets.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-01 20:40:59
Crook made millions by breaking into execs’ Office365 inboxes, feds say
Email accounts inside 5 US companies unlawfully breached through password resets.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-01 20:16:14
OpenAI unveils easy voice assistant creation at 2024 developer event
Altman steps back from the keynote limelight and lets four major API additions do the talking.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-01 20:16:14
OpenAI unveils easy voice assistant creation at 2024 developer event
Altman steps back from the keynote limelight and lets four major API additions do the talking.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-01 19:22:47
“Extreme” Broadcom-proposed price hike would up VMware costs 1,050%, AT&T says
Broadcom "preventing some vendors from selling products to us," AT&T alleges.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-10-01 19:22:47
“Extreme” Broadcom-proposed price hike would up VMware costs 1,050%, AT&T says
Broadcom "preventing some vendors from selling products to us," AT&T alleges.
From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-10-01 17:48:31
War Prize! The German Plane All Allied Leaders Wanted
There was one WWII German plane that all Allied leaders had to have - the Fi-156 Storch. Find out why here... Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; AlfvanBeem; debbie62140
From The Rest Is Politics at 2024-10-01 17:18:00
322. Israel vs Hezbollah: Iran’s next move (GLT9726730568.mp3?updated=1727799268)
What does the killing of Hezbollah’s leader mean for the Middle East? Who will be Labour’s next cabinet secretary? How did the far right win in Austria? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more in today's episode of The Rest Is Politics. TRIP TOUR: To buy tickets for our October Tour, just head to www.therestispolitics.com The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy, a green electricity supplier powering homes across the UK. Use referral code POLITICS after sign up for a chance to win tickets to the TRIP O2 Arena show in October. Learn more at getfuse.com/politics ⚡ Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restispolitics It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ TRIP Plus: Become a member of The Rest Is Politics Plus to support the podcast, receive our exclusive newsletter, enjoy ad-free listening to both TRIP and Leading, benefit from discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, join our Discord chatroom, and receive early access to live show tickets and Question Time episodes. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @RestIsPolitics Email: restispolitics@gmail.com Assistant Producer: India Dunkley + Becki Hills Video Editor: Josh Smith Social Producer: Jess Kidson Producer: Nicole Maslen + Fiona Douglas Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From The Rest Is Politics at 2024-10-01 17:18:00
322. Israel vs Hezbollah: Iran’s next move (GLT9726730568.mp3?updated=1727819172)
What does the killing of Hezbollah’s leader mean for the Middle East? Who will be Labour’s next cabinet secretary? How did the far right win in Austria? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more in today's episode of The Rest Is Politics. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy, a green electricity supplier powering homes across the UK. Use referral code POLITICS after sign up for a chance to win a signed copy of Rory and Alastair's books with personalised messages. Learn more at getfuse.com/politics ⚡ Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restispolitics It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ TRIP TOUR: To buy tickets for our October Tour, just head to www.therestispolitics.com TRIP Plus: Become a member of The Rest Is Politics Plus to support the podcast, receive our exclusive newsletter, enjoy ad-free listening to both TRIP and Leading, benefit from discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, join our Discord chatroom, and receive early access to live show tickets and Question Time episodes. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @RestIsPolitics Email: restispolitics@gmail.com Assistant Producer: India Dunkley + Becki Hills Video Editor: Josh Smith Social Producer: Jess Kidson Producer: Nicole Maslen + Fiona Douglas Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From Schneier on Security at 2024-10-01 12:07:34
Hacking ChatGPT by Planting False Memories into Its Data
This vulnerability hacks a feature that allows ChatGPT to have long-term memory, where it uses information from past conversations to inform future conversations with that same user. A researcher found that he could use that feature to plant “false memories” into that context window that could subvert the model.
A month later, the researcher submitted a new disclosure statement. This time, he included a PoC that caused the ChatGPT app for macOS to send a verbatim copy of all user input and ChatGPT output to a server of his choice. All a target needed to do was instruct the LLM to view a web link that hosted a malicious image. From then on, all input and output to and from ChatGPT was sent to the attacker’s website...
From School of War at 2024-10-01 11:39:20
Ep 148: Alex Miller on the Evolving Battlefield (NEBM8389537059.mp3?updated=1727779467)
Alex Miller, Senior Advisor for Science and Technology and the CTO to the Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army, joins the show to talk about how the U.S. Army is preparing to fight on the battlefields of the future. ▪️ Times • 01:17 Introduction • 01:32 CTO of the U.S. Army • 04:48 Scale/E.W./drones • 09:06 How we buy • 13:07 Transforming in Contact • 18:15 Electronic warfare • 22:37 Defensive spectrum • 25:20 An invisible world • 28:12 Drone warfare • 35:05 Humans and machines • 37:49 What does the army need? Follow along on Instagram Find a transcript of today’s episode on our School of War Substack
From School of War at 2024-10-01 11:39:00
Ep 148: Alex Miller on Battlefield Technology (NEBM8389537059.mp3?updated=1727783668)
Alex Miller, Senior Advisor for Science and Technology and the CTO to the Chief of Staff of the Army, joins the show to talk about how we are preparing to fight on the battlefields of the future—which are here today. ▪️ Times • 01:17 Introduction • 01:32 CTO • 04:48 Scale/E.W./drones • 09:06 How we buy • 13:07 Transforming in Contact • 18:15 Electronic warfare • 22:37 Defensive spectrum • 25:20 An invisible world • 28:12 Drone warfare • 35:05 Humans and machines • 37:49 What does the Army need? Follow along on Instagram Find a transcript of today’s episode on our School of War Substack
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-09-30 21:30:26
Systems used by courts and governments across the US riddled with vulnerabilities
With hundreds of courts and agencies affected, chances are one near you is, too.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-09-30 21:30:26
Systems used by courts and governments across the US riddled with vulnerabilities
With hundreds of courts and agencies affected, chances are one near you is, too.
From Americast at 2024-09-30 20:16:00
Americanswers! How will Russia and Iran shape the US election? (p0jtrvl0.mp3)
As expectation builds that an Israeli ground offensive in Lebanon is imminent, we answer your questions on how the escalating conflict in the Middle East is likely to impact the upcoming US election.
JD Vance says he has “learnt his lesson” when it comes to speaking on behalf of Donald Trump. Is he likely to play it safe in tomorrow’s debate with Tim Walz?
And, the last presidential election had a turnout of 66.8%. What are Democrats and Republicans doing to win over the millions not taking part in US elections?
HOSTS: * Anthony Zurcher, BBC North America Correspondent * Sumi Somaskanda, BBC Chief Presenter
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From Mark Felton Productions at 2024-09-30 18:18:35
Flags of Fear - Nazi Leaders' Personal Standards
They flew from headquarters, cars and trains - personal standards, specially-created flags for the leaders of Nazi Germany, all very different from each other and each with a story to tell. Dr. Mark Felton is a well-known British historian, the author of 22 non-fiction books, including bestsellers 'Zero Night' and 'Castle of the Eagles', both currently being developed into movies in Hollywood. In addition to writing, Mark also appears regularly in television documentaries around the world, including on The History Channel, Netflix, National Geographic, Quest, American Heroes Channel and RMC Decouverte. His books have formed the background to several TV and radio documentaries. More information about Mark can be found at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Felton Help support my channels: https://www.paypal.me/markfeltonproduction https://www.patreon.com/markfeltonproductions Disclaimer: All opinions and comments expressed in the 'Comments' section do not reflect the opinions of Mark Felton Productions. All opinions and comments should contribute to the dialogue. Mark Felton Productions does not condone written attacks, insults, racism, sexism, extremism, violence or otherwise questionable comments or material in the 'Comments' section, and reserves the right to delete any comment violating this rule or to block any poster from the channel. Credits: US National Archives; Library of Congress; Conay; Edoardo Cavaleri; Bundesarchiv
From Schneier on Security at 2024-09-30 12:00:40
For years now, AI has undermined the public’s ability to trust what it sees, hears, and reads. The Republican National Committee released a provocative ad offering an “AI-generated look into the country’s possible future if Joe Biden is re-elected,” showing apocalyptic, machine-made images of ruined cityscapes and chaos at the border. Fake robocalls purporting to be from Biden urged New Hampshire residents not to vote in the 2024 primary election. This summer, the Department of Justice cracked down on a Russian bot farm that was using AI to impersonate Americans on social media, and OpenAI disrupted an ...
From The Rest Is History at 2024-09-30 00:10:00
499. The Roman Conquest of Britain: Julius Caesar’s Invasion (Part 1) (GLT9770560726.mp3?updated=1727648896)
Julius Caesar saw the Britons as brutal savages. Yet the Romans romanticised their lack of civilisation, deeming them as untainted by Mediterranean luxury. In 55 BC, after sending scouts along the Kentish coast, Caesar launched an invasion of the island as part of his Gallic Wars campaign. After a disastrous first attempt marred by storms, the “menacing horde of barbarians” of the English Home Counties asked Caesar for help and he returned with a bigger, stronger army to support their prince. Will this campaign succeed? Join Tom and Dominic as they explore Caesar’s invasion of Britain and how it entered the orbit of the great imperial power. _______ LIVE SHOWS *The Rest Is History LIVE at the Royal Albert Hall* Tom and Dominic, accompanied by a live orchestra, take a deep dive into the lives and times of two of history’s greatest composers: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. *The Rest Is History LIVE in the U.S.A.* If you live in the States, we've got some great news: Tom and Dominic will be performing throughout America in November, with shows in San Francisco, L.A., Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Boston and New York. Tickets on sale now at TheRestIsHistory.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis Editor: Aaliyah Akude Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From Leading at 2024-09-30 00:10:00
100. Anne Applebaum: Corruption, Populism, and Ending the War in Ukraine (GLT5835910331.mp3?updated=1727456378)
What constitutes an autocratic state? How did populism come to dominate global politics from 2012-2014? When and how will the war in Ukraine end? On today’s episode of Leading, Rory and Alastair are joined by American-Polish journalist and historian Anne Applebaum, to discuss all this and more. TRIP Plus: Become a member of The Rest Is Politics Plus to support the podcast, receive our exclusive newsletter, enjoy ad-free listening to both TRIP and Leading, benefit from discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, join our Discord chatroom, and receive early access to live show tickets and Question Time episodes. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. TRIP TOUR: To buy tickets for our October Tour, just head to www.therestispolitics.com Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @RestIsPolitics Email: restispolitics@gmail.com Assistant Producer: Becki Hills + India Dunkley Video Editor: Teo Ayodeji-Ansell Social Producer: Jess Kidson Producer: Nicole Maslen and Fiona Douglas Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From Drachinifel at 2024-09-29 13:22:56
The Drydock - Episode 317 (Part 2)
00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:27 - How did Von der Tann manage to hit and destroy Indefatigable so quickly? 00:05:36 - If modern combustible case ammunition (like what we see on some attack aircraft) technology was made available and practical for naval caliber guns just after WWI, what would the likely impacts be on autoloader technology as it was being developed. 00:08:10 - What are some great naval examples of someone just saying 'no' to the best laid plans of their opposition? 00:14:24 - Could you, please, briefly review the four major Pacific carrier battles of 1942? At least for me, Coral Sea and Midway are more ingrained into the collective unconscious, however the second two battles, Santa Cruz and Eastern Solomons are less familiar. 00:19:23 - Could the Italians have successfully invaded Malta during WWII 00:23:02 - When Winston Churchill wrote his book about WW1, a scenario that he seems to have worried about a lot is the High Seas Fleet attacking the British troop convoys in the opening days of the war, and it seems that Tirpitz also thought post-war that this would have been their least-bad chance. How would it likely have gone for the German fleet if they'd tried this? 00:29:47 - How much HP to get QE up to her design speed? 00:36:00 - With hindsight, what was the last battleship that was "worth the cost" to build for its navy? 00:43:24 - What made the Scharnhorst's guns better than the Deutschlands? 00:46:36 - After the Soviet Union was established, did Japan's naval developments impact Soviet naval shipbuilding/warship design, especially when it came to the Soviet Pacific fleet? 00:49:20 - Regarding the formation of the Italian navy from the various naval traditions across Italy, were fleets and minor navies just gobbled up from the various Italian states? 00:51:06 - Battle of Cape St Vincent and the Levantar wind? 00:56:09 - Did any of the navies during the timeframe of the channel ever experiment with magnetic or other proximity fuses for depth charges? 01:03:40 - What is your take on Myers' argument that the defeat of Japan was not inevitable and that with a couple of smaller changes a different outcome would have resulted, such as a negotiated settlement? 01:12:15 - Enemy warships on display after a war? 01:14:50 - Nitro-boosted engines? 01:17:25 - Why in so many sources are Japanese Daihatsu-class landing craft referred to as "barges"? 01:19:31 - 'A Triple-F' or, 'Aqueous Film Forming Foam' has been a staple of DC Lockers in the US Navy for many decades. Who actually came up with the idea of fighting fires with soap and how did (if it did) spread to other navies? 01:23:38 - With hindsight: what could the USN have done better in the aftermath of Pearl Harbor in terms of recovery and repair? 01:27:37 - Cost of a drydock vs the cost of a battleship? 01:34:49 - Did the UK purchase merchant ships in WW2 to replace losses? 01:38:14 - British 74 vs French 80 gun ship of the line? 01:45:20 - Which WW1 capital ship would be most useful to the Germans if modernised for WW2? 01:50:11 - WW2 Japanese IR homing missiles? 01:52:45 - During the late 18th and early 19th century, the South China Sea harboured some of the largest pirate fleets in history, with crew numbers going into the tens of thousands, yet European Naval presence seems to have been quite limited. Why is that? 01:56:47 - What properties exactly ensure that “big” ships cope better with bad weather? 02:03:09 - Just how massive an advantage did geography grant to the US in the Pacific War? 02:10:29 - Obsolete weapons used during WW2? 02:13:12 - Carrier air group manpower requirements? 02:15:24 - A prominent returning theme of the channel is the lost opportunities caused by the treasury limiting naval spending. Are there any times, in your opinion, when the naval budget of the United Kingdom was too high? Particularly when there were other pressing non-defense budgetary priorities of the nation? 02:19:50 - How are the blocking plans for dry docking damaged ships amended?
From Drachinifel at 2024-09-29 11:55:52
The Drydock - Episode 317 (Part 1)
00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:32 - How did officer advancement boards/tests in the RN come about? How did standardization set in? Are they still administered in some form today? 00:06:27 - WW2 supply routes to the USSR via the Pacific? 00:10:45 - Anti-shipping stakes at the Siege of La Rochelle? 00:15:38 - What types of ships resupplied the British and Commonwealth forces garrison at Tobruk during their siege in 1941? 00:21:02 - Which hypothetical/prototype ship design are you most glad was never built, and why? 00:26:58 - Airships with sub-hunting sonar? 00:30:03 - Can you please calculate where a shell fired from the 11inch gun from the Dutch Pantserschip HNLMS De Zeven Provinciën on display at the Museum TNI AL Loka Jala Crana in Surabaya, Indonesia, would land if it were to be fired? 00:34:15 - It seems on naval history YouTube channels two ships that never served in a naval capacity, The Titanic and the Edmund Fitzgerald, are unspoken "fair game" for questions. What is your stance on questions from your viewers regarding civilian ships? 00:38:06 - Star Trek followup - Could Chief O'Brien have taken command of USS Valiant? 00:41:33 - Is there a place for the battleship in modern warfare? 00:52:07 - Late 1939 USN AA upgrades? 00:58:28 - You have stated that maximum theoretical rate of fire of battleships means little in practical combat ranges due to need to observe fall of the shells. Is this true even after advanced optical and radar fire control systems came into service? 01:04:25 - Battle of Midway 'colorful' pilot radio transmissions? 01:06:15 - What if Jellicoe never made it to the Grand Fleet? 01:10:20 - In the aftermath of the Washington treaty when a large number of battleships and battlecruisers were being scrapped, were any of the main guns reused by the signature nations for coastal defence? 01:13:25 - Degrading a modern battleships capacity to fight with HE shells? 01:17:51 - What part of Admiral Halsey’s problems in the latter part of WW2 was temperament, what was seamanship and what was a matter of an old dog not learning new tricks because he was behind a desk when the tricks where being invented? 01:23:19 - Most and Least important engagements that went unrecognised as such at the time? 01:31:58 - Carrier vs Battleship build times? 01:37:40 - What makes the perfect Q ship? 01:46:30 - Which nation's ship designers benefitted the most and which the least from the collapse of the treaty system? 01:50:46 - Did the Japanese know about HMS Victorious / USS Robin? 01:55:30 - Will you come and visit USS Intrepid? 02:00:04 - If the Italians had the budget do you think they would have built a dreadnought based on Vittorio Cuniberti's before any other nations did? 02:04:17 - Does hammering a cannon ball actually help? 02:08:14 - Were there any significant Allied war atrocities during WWIi which were papered over like My Lai in Vietnam? 02:15:22 - Mechanical fuse setting and delay in loading? 02:19:30 - How were ships maintained and cleaned before drydocks? 02:24:27 - What individual had the greatest and/or longest-lasting *positive* influence on their country's navy as a direct result of their poor judgment or incompetence? 02:31:36 - Could you please tell me about holystoning? 02:35:18 - Where were HMS Dreadnought and HMS Ramillies at the surrender of the High Seas Fleet? 02:38:49 - Admiral vs Captain responsibilities in battle? 02:42:44 - Why were twin gun turrets the standard for so long on battleships? 02:49:55 - Are there estimations of how many personnel, through the two WW, died not of disease, enemy action or sea catastrophe but out of exhaustion and stress? 02:53:07 - Raising propellors? 02:55:56 - How did second world war LCGs compared to the first world war monitors?
From Americast at 2024-09-29 06:00:00
Introducing... Why Do You Hate Me? USA (p0jt7bv4.mp3)
Meet Camille and ‘Wild Mother’. Both women love nature, animals, and the outdoors. Both women also believe the assassination attempts on Donald Trump were staged – but have very different political views. Why do people believe the things they do? And what role do social media sites – and their algorithms – play?
In this series, BBC disinformation and social media correspondent Marianna Spring travels to the United States to investigate the social media backdrop to the 2024 presidential election and explore the different ways in which what is happening online is influencing the campaign offline.
Marianna starts her journey in Colorado, looking at how conspiracy theories have spread so far across the political spectrum in the US. She interrogates the consequences for Camille, ‘Wild Mother’, and the upcoming election.
Host: Marianna Spring Producers: Daniel Wittenberg & Emma Close Story Editor: Matt Willis Editor: Sam Bonham Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Sound Designer: Tony Churnside Production Co-ordinator: Rosie Strawbridge
From Drachinifel at 2024-09-28 12:01:01
Holland-type submarines - Guide 407
The Holland type, early submarines of various navies, are today's subject. Read more about the ships here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Conways-Worlds-Fighting-Ships-1860-1905/dp/0851771335 https://www.amazon.co.uk/ALL-WORLDS-FIGHTING-SHIPS-1906/dp/0851772455 https://www.amazon.co.uk/U-S-Submarines-Through-1945-Illustrated/dp/1557502633 https://www.amazon.co.uk/John-P-Holland-1841-1914-Inventor-Submarine/dp/0870212729 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Submarine-Boats-Beginnings-Underwater-Warfare/dp/0851772889 Naval History books, use code 'DRACH' for 25% off - https://www.usni.org/press/books?f%5B0%5D=subject%3A1966 Free naval photos and more - www.drachinifel.co.uk Want to support the channel? - https://www.patreon.com/Drachinifel Want a shirt/mug/hoodie - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/drachinifels-dockyard/ Want a poster? - https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Drachinifel Want to talk about ships? https://discord.gg/TYu88mt 'Legionnaire' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
From More or Less: Behind the Stats at 2024-09-28 06:00:00
The puzzles you’re meant to get wrong (p0jt6q58.mp3)
Why do some puzzles make us immediately leap to the wrong conclusion?
That’s the subject of Alex Bellos’ new book Think Twice, which has page after page of questions designed to deceive.
Alex sets Tim Harford some of his favourite puzzles.
Presenter: Tim Harford Series producer: Tom Colls Production co-ordinator: Katie Morrison and Janet Staples Sound mix: Donald MacDonald Editor: Richard Vadon
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-09-27 21:50:50
Google and Meta update their AI models amid the rise of “AlphaChip”
News about Gemini updates, Llama 3.2, and Google's new AI-powered chip designer.
From Biz & IT – Ars Technica at 2024-09-27 18:53:28
Meta pays the price for storing hundreds of millions of passwords in plaintext
Company failed to follow one of the most sacrosanct rules for password storage.