Gutenberg Times: How WordPress decides a theme is a “block theme”
The term “block theme” is used a lot in WordPress but it was never really clear to me what that meant exactly from a code point of view. While researching The post editor is going full iframe: what block developers need to know before WordPress 7.1, I learned that the outcome of testing WordPress 7.1 […]
Open Channels FM: The Growth of Domain Names and the Future of AI in Internet Identity
This episode looks at the evolving online landscape, focusing on domain names, digital identity, and AI’s influence. Key insights include rising domain registrations, AI in managing abuse, and the importance of open source.
Open Channels FM: Open Source and the Open Source Initiative
People think Open Source is just about having access to the source code. Actually, there’s a much longer history behind it. Open Source existed before the term Open Source was even coined, back in the late 60s. Universities started giving away software like Unix for free under small licenses like BSD or MIT, coincidentally named […]
Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canada and Carney vows to ‘intensify’ trade talks
The duties mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.
US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for deaths of soldiers
Iran says it has hit two ships in the Strait of Hormuz as well as targets in Bahrain and Jordan.
Tropical Storm Bertha threatens US Gulf coast
Storm surges up to 4ft are possible along parts of the Louisiana and Mississippi coasts, officials say.
‘Anti-ICE’ Army veteran set fire outside Manhattan federal building, say officials
Andrew Arrabaca, 43, was armed with two axes, a machete, three knives and fireworks, says the FBI.
THE ‘CIVILIAN COUP’ THAT STOPPED JAMB’S BOSS IN HIS TRACKS: How an Unscripted Tribute Left Prof. Is-haq Oloyede Speechless
By Akindele Orimolade It was not a protest. It was not a boardroom ambush. Neither was it a political showdown.Yet, for a few unforgettable moments inside the headquarters of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), an unusual “civilian coup” unfolded ; one that caught the outgoing Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, completely off guard and […]
Tate brothers appear in US court for extradition proceedings
They were arrested on Saturday after the UK announced dozens of new charges, including rape and sex trafficking, which they deny.
WordCamp Central: WordCamp Rajshahi 2026: Celebrating Community, Learning, and Open Source
WordCamp Rajshahi 2026, held on July 2nd-3rd, 2026, at the Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET) Auditorium, brought together WordPress enthusiasts, developers, designers, business owners, students, and open-source contributors from across Bangladesh and beyond. As a non-profit, community-driven conference, the event demonstrated the strength of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the spirit of open source. […]