A curated selection of today’s most interesting stories from 61 RSS sources.
Technology
Balancing Code and Books: A Developer’s February Reading Goals
Doing way too many things simultaneously today. Took a few minutes to unplug and read a book in the afternoon before diving back into code. Only finished one book in January, hoping to make progress on a few more in February.
Source: https://www.manton.org/2026/02/02/doing-way-too-many-things.html
OpenAI Unifies Codex with New Mac App
OpenAI has launched a new Mac application that brings together Codex CLI and the web-based Codex platform into a single, streamlined interface. This unified approach represents the natural evolution of OpenAI’s vision for Codex, offering developers a more cohesive and accessible coding assistant experience on macOS.
Source: https://www.manton.org/2026/02/02/openai-has-a-new-mac.html
Timing Is Everything: How the Web Era Mirrors Today’s AI Revolution
So much of success is just timing. I feel lucky to have been 20-ish in the mid 1990s, seeing the potential for the web, being able to focus nearly all of my attention on it. The same will happen now for young folks who understand the AI shift. (Ironically, my own kids want nothing to do with it!)
Source: https://www.manton.org/2026/02/02/so-much-of-success-is.html
Why App Polish Will Matter More Than Ever
Listening to the latest AppStories podcast. Fun discussion about OpenClaw, but also they make a really good point about the future of software: developers will need to focus even more on polish and making an app feel like a finished product to distinguish from the vibe-coded flood of new apps.
Source: https://www.manton.org/2026/02/02/listening-to-the-latest-appstories.html
OpenAI Codex App Brings Multi-Agent AI Coding to macOS
OpenAI has launched a powerful new Codex app for macOS that transforms software development by enabling developers to coordinate teams of AI agents working in parallel across the entire coding lifecycle. The app features Skills, Automations, sandbox mode, and JetBrains IDE integration, with limited-time free access and doubled rate limits for paid users.
Source: https://mjtsai.com/blog/2026/02/02/codex-app/
Web Excursions: New Apps, Tools, and AI Innovations Worth Exploring
Discover a piano synth app, a Safari port of the beloved Vimium extension, and personal AI assistants you can run on old hardware. This curated collection also highlights an Instagram alternative focused on free expression and a multi-agent AI workspace manager. Perfect for tech enthusiasts looking to expand their digital toolkit with practical utilities and cutting-edge automation tools.
Source: https://brett.trpstra.net/link/535/17268512/web-excursions-for-february-2nd-2026 \n## Entertainment
The Lazy GM’s Complete Campaign Building Checklist
Sly Flourish offers a comprehensive yet efficient campaign building checklist refined through running two session zeros in a single week. The guide walks game masters through every stage from initial system selection and player buy-in to session zero preparation, character development, and ongoing worldbuilding using a spiral development approach.
Source: [slyflourish.com/lazy_camp…
Streaming-News im Februar 2026: Stargate SG-1, Inglourious Basterds und mehr
Im Februar zeigt Netflix alle Staffeln von ‘Stargate SG-1’. Bei Amazon Prime ist ‘The Life Of Chuck’ im Programm und bei Disney+ läuft ‘Inglourious Basterds’.
Source: [www.heise.de/news/Neue…
25 Small Ways to Be a True Class Act Every Day
Discover how to move through the world with dignity and charm through 25 simple yet powerful courtesies that elevate your everyday interactions. From writing handwritten thank-you notes to keeping your phone away during conversations, these actionable tips show how class is about comportment, not wealth, and how small acts of respect can make you someone people admire and trust.
Source: https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/behavior/25-ways-to-be-a-class-act/
SMBC’s Private Comic: Absurd Parenting Decisions
Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal delivers another hilarious comic exploring parenting decisions with an unexpected sci-fi twist. The comic features a bonus panel and clever hovertext that reveals the father’s name is Mechavac-9000, showcasing SMBC’s signature blend of intellectual humor and absurdity.
Source: https://www.smbc-comics.com/comic/private \n## Health
Baked Jalapeño Popper Dip: The Ultimate Party Appetizer
Transform the beloved flavors of jalapeño poppers into an easy, scoopable dip that delivers all the smoky, creamy, savory goodness you love. This crowd-pleasing appetizer captures everything great about the classic snack in a shareable format perfect for your next gathering.
Source: https://www.seriouseats.com/hot-jalapeno-popper-dip-recipe-11897599
Spice-Forward Buckwheat Bread Perfect for Cold Weather
Discover a unique sourdough bread featuring scalded buckwheat and malt for a rich, spice-forward flavor profile. This artisan recipe is perfect for cold weather baking, offering a warm, hearty bread that brings complexity and depth to your winter table.
Source: https://www.theperfectloaf.com/scalded-buckwheat-and-malt-sourdough-bread/
17 Beautiful Trinket Trays to Organize Your Small Treasures
Wirecutter tested 61 models and carefully inspected 30 to identify the 17 best trinket dishes and catchalls for every style and budget. These curated vessels not only keep your keys and jewelry organized but also serve as conversation pieces and thoughtful gifts that remind you of special memories.
Source: [www.nytimes.com/wirecutte…
Budget-Friendly Activewear That Actually Performs
Adanola is challenging pricey athleisure brands by offering stylish, functional activewear at affordable prices. While the UK-based brand excels in aesthetics and value, questions remain about how its performance compares to premium competitors like Lululemon and Athleta.
Source: [www.nytimes.com/wirecutte…
The Best Flats: Comfort Meets Style in Perfect Harmony
After testing 27 pairs and researching over 60 styles, Wirecutter identifies the nine best flats that balance fashion with comfort. From classic ballet flats to mules and loafers, these versatile picks span multiple budgets and are designed to take you from day to night in style.
Source: [www.nytimes.com/wirecutte… \n## Politics
Raspberry Pi Raises Prices Again Amid Ongoing RAM Crisis
Raspberry Pi is increasing prices for the second time in two months due to AI-driven memory chip shortages affecting the global supply. The hikes impact Pi 4, Pi 5, and Pi 500 models with 2GB+ RAM, with increases ranging from $10 to $60 depending on capacity.
Judge Rules Trump’s Climate Working Group Illegal
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration illegally formed its Climate Working Group, which attempted to undermine greenhouse gas regulations without following required advisory body protocols. Despite the DOE disbanding the group, court proceedings have now forced disclosure of the group’s internal communications, revealing their efforts to challenge climate science.
Source: https://arstechnica.com/science/2026/02/us-forced-to-disclose-its-climate-working-groups-communications/ \n## Food
Apple’s Financial Results and Creator Studio Bundle Roll-out
The Upgrade podcast breaks down Apple’s latest financial results, including potential supply-chain challenges on the horizon. They also discuss the difficult rollout of Apple’s new Creator Studio bundle, offering insights into what these developments mean for users and the company’s creator-focused strategy.
Source: https://sixcolors.com/podcast/2026/02/upgrade-601-spreadsheet-for-creators/ \n## Business
BMW Sichert Milliardenauftrag für Weiterentwicklung der ZF 8-Gang-Automatik
BMW hat bei ZF eine Weiterentwicklung der bewährten 8-Stufen-Wandlerautomatik mit einem Volumen von mehreren Milliarden Euro bis in die späten 2030er-Jahre bestellt. Diese langfristige Partnerschaft unterstreicht das Vertrauen in die bewährte Technologie und sichert die Versorgung mit fortschrittlichen Getrieben für kommende BMW-Modelle.
Source: [www.heise.de/news/Mill…
Relativitätstheorie erklärt das Fehlen von Tatooine-ähnlichen Welten
Forscher haben gefunden, warum Exoplaneten um Doppelsterne extrem selten sind: Einsteins Relativitätstheorie macht diese Orbits langfristig instabil. Die Entdeckung erklärt, warum wir trotz intensiver Suche kaum Planeten in binären Systemen finden und warum Tatooine aus Star Wars in der Realität kaum existieren könnte.
Source: [www.heise.de/news/Rela…
NativePHP ermöglicht kostenlose Entwicklung nativer Mobile-Apps mit PHP
NativePHP veröffentlicht mit Version 3 sein Mobile-Framework ohne Lizenzkosten. Entwickler können nun native iOS- und Android-Anwendungen mit PHP und Laravel erstellen, was die App-Entwicklung für PHP-Entwickler deutlich zugänglicher macht.
Source: [www.heise.de/news/Nati…
CERN-Teilchenbeschleuniger heizt jetzt Wohnviertel mit Abwärme
Das Kühlwasser des Large Hadron Colliders am CERN wird nun innovativ zur Wärmegewinnung genutzt und versorgt Ferney-Voltaire mit umweltfreundlicher Fernwärme. Dieses intelligente Abwärme-Konzept zeigt, wie riesige Forschungsanlagen nachhaltig zur regionalen Energieversorgung beitragen und Ressourcen schonen können.
Source: [www.heise.de/news/Larg…
Expertenwissen für Microsoft 365 Copilot: Fünf Sessions für Profis
Ab dem 3. März bietet heise einen vertiefenden Kurs zu Microsofts KI-Assistenten M365 Copilot an. In fünf Sessions vermittelt ein Experte praxisnahes Profiwissen speziell für Administratoren und fortgeschrittene Anwender, die ihr Verständnis für den KI-Assistenten erweitern möchten.
Source: [www.heise.de/news/M365… \n## Science
Warum Politik die Digitalisierung im Gesundheitswesen bremst
ITSG-Chef Stefan Haibach erklärt im Interview, dass nicht mangelnde Technik, sondern politische Hürden und Gesetzgebung die digitale Transformation des deutschen Gesundheitswesens ausbremsen. Ein aufschlussreicher Blick auf die wahre Frontstelle im eHealth-Kampf.
Source: [www.heise.de/hintergru…
Werden Sie zum zertifizierten Software-Architekten
Werden Sie zum Certified Professional for Software Architecture (CPSA). Die Online-Intensiv-Schulung bereitet Sie optimal auf die iSAQB-Zertifizierung vor und vermittelt praxisnahes Wissen für professionelle Software-Architektur.
Source: [www.heise.de/news/iX-W…
Staatliche Angreifer manipulieren Notepad++-Updater mit Schadsoftware
Cyberangreifer haben den Updater von Notepad++ kompromittiert, um gezielt Schadsoftware auf Systemen zu installieren. Ermittler deuten auf eine Operation staatlicher Akteure hin. Dies unterstreicht die Gefahr kompromittierter Software-Updates.
Source: [www.heise.de/news/Note…
OpenClaw: Der heißeste KI-Client übernimmt Mac-Steuerung
Entwickler Peter Steinberger hat mit OpenClaw einen KI-Client speziell für Macs erstellt, der Computer aus der Ferne steuern kann. Das Projekt, auch bekannt als Clawd oder MoltBolt, gilt derzeit als eines der vielversprechendsten KI-Projekte und bietet spannende Möglichkeiten zur ferngesteuerten Mac-Steuerung.
Source: [www.heise.de/news/Open…
Apple erwägt Klapp-Phone im Motorola-Razr-Stil
Nach Berichten über ein faltbares iPhone denkt Apple nun auch über ein Klapp-Handy im Stil des Motorola Razr nach. Damit würde Apple Samsung und anderen Herstellern folgen, die bereits mit Flip-Phones am Markt sind.
Source: [www.heise.de/news/Appl… \n## Education
Google DeepMinds AlphaGenome revolutioniert das Verständnis der Genregulation
Google Deepminds neues KI-Modell AlphaGenome liefert laut einer Studie erstmals einen umfassenderen und hochauflösenden Einblick, wie Gene biologische Prozesse im Körper steuern. Dieser Durchbruch könnte das Verständnis genetischer Mechanismen und damit verbundener Krankheiten grundlegend verbessern.
Source: [www.heise.de/news/Genr…
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