Virginia Oliver, Maine 'Lobster Lady' who fished for nearly a century, has died
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/28/maine-lobster-lady-dies-aged-105
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/28/maine-lobster-lady-dies-aged-105
the Guardian
Maine’s ‘Lobster Lady’ who fished for nearly a century dies aged 105
Virginia ‘Ginny’ Oliver, had entered the business when she was eight and liked ‘being along the water’
Questom (YC F25) Is Hiring an Engineer
https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/questom/jobs/UBebsyO-founding-engineer
https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/questom/jobs/UBebsyO-founding-engineer
Y Combinator
Founding Engineer at Questom | Y Combinator
We’re looking for a Founding Engineer to help build the core systems that power Questom.
This is not a framework-specialist role. It’s not about perfect abstractions on day one. It is about systems thinking, ownership, and the ability to stitch together complex…
This is not a framework-specialist role. It’s not about perfect abstractions on day one. It is about systems thinking, ownership, and the ability to stitch together complex…
Europe's next-generation weather satellite sends back first images
https://www.esa.int/Applications/Observing_the_Earth/Meteorological_missions/meteosat_third_generation/Europe_s_next-generation_weather_satellite_sends_back_first_images
https://www.esa.int/Applications/Observing_the_Earth/Meteorological_missions/meteosat_third_generation/Europe_s_next-generation_weather_satellite_sends_back_first_images
ESA
Europe’s next-generation weather satellite sends back first images
The first images from the Meteosat Third Generation-Sounder satellite have been shared at the European Space Conference in Brussels, showing how the mission will provide data on temperature and humidity, for more accurate weather forecasting over Europe and…
Vitamin D and Omega-3 have a larger effect on depression than antidepressants
https://blog.ncase.me/on-depression/
https://blog.ncase.me/on-depression/
blog.ncase.me
Vitamin D & Omega-3 have a larger effect on depression than antidepressants
An accessible deep dive into the science (⏱️ 28 min read)
The Tech Market Is Fundamentally Fucked Up – AI Is Just a Scapegoat
https://bayramovanar.substack.com/p/tech-market-is-fucked-up
https://bayramovanar.substack.com/p/tech-market-is-fucked-up
Substack
The Tech Market is Fundamentally Fucked Up - AI is Just a Scapegoat
Does running wear out the bodies of professionals and amateurs alike?
https://theconversation.com/does-running-wear-out-the-bodies-of-professionals-and-amateurs-alike-270507
https://theconversation.com/does-running-wear-out-the-bodies-of-professionals-and-amateurs-alike-270507
The Conversation
Does running wear out the bodies of professionals and amateurs alike?
Amateur runners and professional athletes differ greatly in demand and support, yet both remain vulnerable to running-related injuries.
Days numbered for 'risky' lithium-ion batteries
https://www.livescience.com/technology/engineering/days-numbered-for-risky-lithium-ion-batteries-scientists-say-after-fast-charging-breakthrough-in-sodium-ion-alternative
https://www.livescience.com/technology/engineering/days-numbered-for-risky-lithium-ion-batteries-scientists-say-after-fast-charging-breakthrough-in-sodium-ion-alternative
Live Science
Days numbered for 'risky' lithium-ion batteries, scientists say, after fast-charging breakthrough in sodium-ion alternative
An innovative approach to battery materials could bring sodium-ion energy density and charging speeds far closer to those of lithium-ion, scientists say.
Drug trio found to block tumour resistance in pancreatic cancer
https://www.drugtargetreview.com/news/192714/drug-trio-found-to-block-tumour-resistance-in-pancreatic-cancer/
https://www.drugtargetreview.com/news/192714/drug-trio-found-to-block-tumour-resistance-in-pancreatic-cancer/
Drug Target Review
Drug trio found to block tumour resistance in pancreatic cancer
Explore groundbreaking research on pancreatic cancer treatment that shows promise in inducing complete tumour regression.
Mozilla is building an AI 'rebel alliance' to take on OpenAI, Anthropic
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/27/mozilla-building-an-ai-rebel-alliance-to-take-on-openai-anthropic-.html
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/27/mozilla-building-an-ai-rebel-alliance-to-take-on-openai-anthropic-.html
CNBC
Mozilla is building an AI ‘rebel alliance’ to take on industry heavyweights OpenAI, Anthropic
Mozilla is looking to deploy its roughly $1.4 billion in reserves to support "mission driven" companies and nonprofits, and is particularly focused on AI.
AI's Impact on Engineering Jobs May Be Different Than Expected
https://semiengineering.com/ais-impact-on-engineering-jobs-may-be-different-than-initial-projections/
https://semiengineering.com/ais-impact-on-engineering-jobs-may-be-different-than-initial-projections/
Semiconductor Engineering
AI's Impact On Engineering Jobs May Be Different Than Expected
Workflows and the addition of new capabilities are happening much faster than with previous technologies, and new grads may be vital in that transition.
County pays $600k to pentesters it arrested for assessing courthouse security
https://arstechnica.com/security/2026/01/county-pays-600000-to-pentesters-it-arrested-for-assessing-courthouse-security/
https://arstechnica.com/security/2026/01/county-pays-600000-to-pentesters-it-arrested-for-assessing-courthouse-security/
Ars Technica
County pays $600,000 to pentesters it arrested for assessing courthouse security
Settlement comes more than 6 years after Gary DeMercurio and Justin Wynn's ordeal began.