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SuperTuxKart 1.5 Launches: Major Updates Transform the Open-Source Kart Racing Experience
SuperTuxKart 1.5, the latest version of the free, open-source kart racing game, has been released after several years of development. This major update comes three years following the previous version, SuperTuxKart 1.4, and introduces numerous exciting features and enhancements. In SuperTuxKart 1.5, players can look forward to new egg hunt challenges on the Black Forest,…
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Daily Builds of Ubuntu 26.04 LTS Now Available for Testing!
Daily build images for Ubuntu 26.04, code-named ‘Resolute Raccoon’, are now accessible for download, marking the official start of development for the upcoming long-term support (LTS) release. These builds, generated daily from the latest code revisions, offer a way for users to test and report issues with forthcoming changes in the release. The daily builds…
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Xubuntu Website Breach: Users Exposed to Malware Downloads
The official Xubuntu website experienced a security breach over the weekend of October 18-19, 2025, where it inadvertently served malware disguised as a legitimate download. Users attempting to download the Xfce version of Ubuntu were met with a suspicious file named xubuntu-safe-download.zip. Upon extraction, this file contained a Windows executable and a poorly written terms…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights and Updates from October 19, 2025
The 262nd edition of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup is here, keeping you updated with important happenings in the Linux ecosystem for the week ending October 19th, 2025. Notable releases this week included updates for Firefox, Tails, Zorin OS, Thunderbird, GStreamer, the GNOME desktop environment, Calibre, PeaZip, digiKam, and PipeWire. A special thanks is extended to…
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GIMP Launches Official Snap Package for Seamless Ubuntu Installation
GIMP, the renowned image editing software, has recently made a significant transition by officially taking over its Snap package for Ubuntu. Previously, GIMP was available as a Snap package created and maintained by a community group known as ‘snapcrafters.’ While these unofficial packages made it easier for users to access GIMP, they often included additional…
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PeaZip 10.7: New Open-Source Archive Manager with Integrated Image Viewer Feature
PeaZip version 10.7 has been released, introducing a notable enhancement: an integrated image viewer. This open-source file archiver, renowned for its cross-platform capabilities and derived from 7-Zip, Zstandard, and FreeArc, promises improved functionality for users. The new image viewer allows users to view and preview images directly within archives, featuring functionalities such as zoom, immersive…
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Understanding Dracut in Ubuntu 25.10: Importance and Implications
Ubuntu 25.10 has made a transition to using Dracut for its boot system, a change that may go unnoticed by the average user. While new installations of Ubuntu 25.10 will utilize Dracut, those upgrading from earlier versions will continue to use the existing boot system. This shift is significant because it replaces the long-standing initramfs-tools,…
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Enhancements in Calibre 8.13: Open-Source E-Book Manager Boosts Library Export on Linux
Calibre, the popular open-source e-book management software, has released version 8.13, which focuses on improvements for users on Linux. This small update enhances the library export feature for Linux distributions that mount /tmp in RAM, eliminating the use of the /tmp directory when handling large Full-Text Search (FTS) databases. Additionally, it allows users to define…
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Thunderbird 144 Update: A Roundup of Essential Fixes and Improvements
Thunderbird has released its latest monthly update, version 144, which focuses on a series of bug fixes rather than introducing major new features. The open source email client, developed by MZLA Technologies, is experiencing growth with a reported annual revenue increase of 19%, reaching over $10 million. Among the notable improvements for Fastmail users is…
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GNOME 49.1 Launches with Exciting Enhancements and Essential Bug Fixes
The GNOME Project has released GNOME 49.1, marking the first point release for the latest GNOME 49 "Brescia" desktop environment. This update includes a variety of improvements and bug fixes across multiple components, such as Nautilus, Epiphany, and GNOME Software. Key enhancements in GNOME 49.1 focus on accessibility features. The screenshot overlay UI has seen…
