GOG.com is based in Poland^[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GOG.com]. Many games are available as DRM-free downloads. They have a Steam-like launcher, GOG Galaxy^[https://www.gog.com/galaxy]. They also have a preservation program to keep old games playable^[https://www.gog.com/en/gog-preservation-program].
Data center setups don’t use consumer level PSUs and CPUs.
CPU coolers, not CPUs.
And presumably the raw materials are the same for server PSUs and heatsinks, which is the explanation (true or not) for price hikes given in the article:
The company explained that prices for key upstream materials such as copper, silver, and tin have continued to climb over the past few months due to global market conditions.
A New Zealand man has been charged with theft after allegedly swallowing a Fabergé James Bond Octopussy egg pendant worth more than $33,500 (US$19,200). ...
In fact, China’s military spending per capita is less than the global average, and 1/10th that of the US alone. Yes, China has a big population, but even in absolute terms, the US-aligned military bloc spends over seven times more on military power than China does.
Furthermore, China has not fired a single bullet in international warfare in over 40 years, while during this time the US has invaded, bombed or carried out regime-change operations in over a dozen Global South countries. If there is any state that poses a known threat to world peace and security, it is the US.
These are points worth making every single time our politicians and media try to scaremonger on China.
As Swarbrick came to the end of her contribution, she challenged coalition MPs to back her member's bill allowing New Zealand to apply sanctions on Israel. ...
The fucking gall of Albo to imply the protest movement is just empty slogans when he hasn't lifted a fucking finger, whereas members of the protest movement have put their bodies on the line to obstruct weapons exports.
If they thought it would do any good, then they wouldn't have the spine to do it.
We know they don't have the spine to do anything with any practical effect, because otherwise they would have done it by now. They could have instituted broad trade sanctions, or prevented the export of military goods including F-35 parts and steel armour plating.
Police were largely powerless to stop a neo-Nazi march through the Melbourne CBD, during which officers escorted the group of masked men to “maintain community safety”. ...
they do these timid little flash mobs when most people are asleep because they keep getting beaten up or humiliated whenever they do anything in daylight
so fucking epic
Steam alternatives?
Are there any alternatives to Steam? Like websites or things like it where you can publish and purchase games? FOSS is ideal.
World Anti-Doping Agency bosses 'will look at' claims of penis enlargement in ski jumping ( www.abc.net.au )
Rally against anti-protest laws and state visit by Israeli president - Today, 6pm, Sydney Town Hall
After RAM and SSDs, PSUs and CPU coolers are next in line for price hikes ( www.notebookcheck.net )
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Uber Eats robot thrown into bush by two Wee Willy Winkies, a cow and a Pikachu ( metro.co.uk )
Man charged with theft after allegedly swallowing Fabergé pendant in jewellery store ( www.theguardian.com )
A New Zealand man has been charged with theft after allegedly swallowing a Fabergé James Bond Octopussy egg pendant worth more than $33,500 (US$19,200). ...
Rising Tide protest: climate activists stop three ships from entering world’s largest coal port in Newcastle ( www.theguardian.com )
I need a savoury, summery drink as an alternative to beer ( piefed.blahaj.zone )
It’s a hot summer afternoon. I’m sitting down on a hot afternoon, with a burger, and a cold beer. ...
arc raiders on Linux?
I'm just curious I'd anyone here has successfully run arc raiders on Linux. If so what OS are you using and what was the setup if there was any?
Easily confused
Israel top military lawyer arrested after she admitted leaking video of soldiers’ abuse ( www.theguardian.com )
Antisocial swan removed from Stratford-upon-Avon ( www.bbc.com )
Pro-Palestine protesters fill the streets in cities and towns across Australia after Gaza famine declaration ( www.theguardian.com )
Pro-Israel group lobbied La Trobe and Bendigo Writers Festival over Palestinian academic's inclusion ( www.deepcutnews.com )
Contaminated foam returns to central-west NSW river, more potent than ever ( www.abc.net.au )
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The real reason the West is warmongering against China ( www.aljazeera.com )
Ah yes, little known the kiwi flag with white stars
At the local grocery store in The Netherlands and spotted this beauty.
More than 50 participants withdraw from Bendigo Writers Festival over censorship concerns ( www.abc.net.au )
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Zero stars for the Young Liberals
NBN internet is getting faster in September: What you need to know ( www.gadgetguy.com.au )
Far-right Israeli minister announces plans to 'bury' Palestinian state ( www.abc.net.au )
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University of Technology Sydney tells staff facing axe to 'wash delicates' to help manage stress as it suspends 146 courses ( www.abc.net.au )
In short: ...
University of Technology Sydney tells staff facing axe to 'wash delicates' to help manage stress as it suspends 146 courses ( www.abc.net.au )
Legendary film critic David Stratton dies peacefully aged 85 ( www.abc.net.au )
Dozens of Australian military export contracts cleared for Israel during Gaza war ( www.abc.net.au )
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Donald Trump's National Guard troop deployment tests limits of 150yo law ( www.abc.net.au )
Judge Charles Breyer says the central question is whether the Trump administration may have violated the 1878 Posse Comitatus Act. ...
(NZ) Parliament set for showdown as Greens' co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick refuses to apologise for comments ( www.rnz.co.nz )
As Swarbrick came to the end of her contribution, she challenged coalition MPs to back her member's bill allowing New Zealand to apply sanctions on Israel. ...
Discussion Thread 🍁 Wednesday 13 August 2025
Breaking: Apple and Google lose landmark court case over anti-competitive conduct ( www.abc.net.au )
Conch blowing could help to alleviate sleep apnoea, study suggests ( www.theguardian.com )
Conch blowing could help to alleviate sleep apnoea, study suggests ( www.theguardian.com )
Helsinki just went a full year without a single traffic death ( www.politico.eu )
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Recognising Palestine is a distraction. We need sanctions to stop my people being killed ( www.smh.com.au )
De-paywalled archive link: https://archive.is/eYz66 ...
PM brushes off push for Israel sanctions as a 'slogan' | Canberra CityNews ( citynews.com.au )
Israel kills Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza air strike ( www.abc.net.au )
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Australia to recognise Palestinians' right 'to a state of their own', PM says ( www.abc.net.au )
Why UK police arrested 466 people at protest for banned Palestine Action group ( www.abc.net.au )
A popular Japanese anime flag has become a symbol of resistance in Indonesia ( www.abc.net.au )
Police escort neo-Nazis in early morning march through Melbourne’s CBD ( www.theage.com.au )
Police were largely powerless to stop a neo-Nazi march through the Melbourne CBD, during which officers escorted the group of masked men to “maintain community safety”. ...
JD Vance went kayaking for his birthday. Secret Service had the river level raised ( apnews.com )
Broadmeadow Rezoning to Deliver 3,200 Homes and 2,350 Jobs ( newy.com.au )
Why commitment to quality childcare and early education is incompatible with the profit motive ( www.abc.net.au )