Forgejo 14.0, a self-hosted Git forge software, replaces the web editor, improves issue and PR search, and adds security and reliability enhancements.

PipeWire 1.4.10 multimedia framework is out with a small bugfix update, fixing volume restore regressions, stream cleanup issues, and improving overall stability.

Raspberry Pi Imager 2.0.4 improves write reliability with better recovery handling, timeout safeguards, and enhanced support for large storage devices.

COSMIC Desktop now supports rounded corners and window shadows across all apps, with new appearance options available in Settings.

Let’s Encrypt has made IP-based TLS certificates generally available, allowing secure HTTPS connections directly to IP addresses.

KDE Plasma 6.6 adds graphical process priority controls to System Monitor, improves HDR calibration, and more.

KDE developers have kicked off work on Plasma 6.7, adding an instant light and dark mode switch to the Brightness and Color widget.

A developer has published a patched Wine build that reportedly allows Adobe Photoshop installers to complete on Linux.

Amarok 3.3.2 music player is out with usability improvements and bug fixes across the UI, playlists, audio backend, and collection handling.

The jQuery team has released version 4.0, introducing breaking changes, modern browser support, and long-planned cleanups.

Catch up on the latest Linux news: EndeavourOS Ganymede Neo, Plasma 6.6 Beta, GNOME 49.3, Wine 11, Firefox 147, Debian to remove GTK2, Zorin 18 hits 2M downloads, Let’s Encrypt launches IP address certificates, and more.

One year on, Alpine Linux confirms its hosting and CI issues are behind it, thanks to new partners and community support.

The openSUSE Myrlyn package manager moves to version 1.0 with enhanced transaction history, RPM Recommends search, and usability refinements.

MX Linux 25.1 "Infinity" is out now, restoring dual init support with both systemd and sysvinit available on a single ISO.

A new Snap Store scam campaign abuses expired publisher domains to bypass trust signals and deliver malicious app updates.

Deepin Linux 25.0.10 introduces upgrades to the File Manager, a smarter system installer, and multiple usability improvements across the desktop.

Slimbook Executive pairs Intel Core Ultra 7 performance with a 1.2 kg chassis, Linux support, and a 99Wh battery for mobile professionals.

Raspberry Pi Imager 2.0.5 adds macOS dark mode icon support, fixes the update dialog, and improves UI behavior across platforms.

Fastfetch 2.58 system information tool improves system detection on Linux and macOS while fixing KDE Plasma 6.6-related bugs.

The latest COSMIC Desktop 1.0.3 update is out, improving usability in Files, Settings, Terminal, and portal integration for Linux users.

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