InfoQ

Java 26 Delivers Language Innovation, Library Improvements, Performance and Security

Oracle has released version 26 of the Java programming language and virtual machine. As the first non-LTS release since JDK ...

Java 26 with JVM optimizations, HTTP/3, and finally no Applet API

The current OpenJDK 26 is strategically important and not only brings exciting innovations but also eliminates legacy issues like the outdated Applet API.
The New York Times

Early spring training observations: ABS system a hit, young players standing out and more

The ABS challenge system has generated a buzz in spring camps, just like Spencer Jones and Konnor Griffin have with their bats. Illustration: Demetrius Robinson / The Athletic; Photos: Christian ...
Deadline.com

Banijay In Talks Over More European Versions Of ‘Fear Factor’ Following Fox Revival

Banijay wants to bring some Fear Factor to Europe. The revival of the NBC show, which launched on Fox last year hosted by Johnny Knoxville, has achieved stellar ratings in the U.S. and the distributor ...
MLB

Red Sox go all-in early on ABS challenges

This story was excerpted from Ian Browne's Red Sox Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox. FORT MYERS, Fla. -- With the Automated ...
Goal

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi remains MLS’s top star - but should the league change its format or consider promotion-relegation? GOAL surveyed players to find out

News alert: Lionel Messi is still Major League Soccer’s biggest star. But he’s far from the only reason there’s momentum around the league. From improved infrastructure to a growing pool of young ...
IGN

Amazon Has Some Great Deals On Magic: The Gathering Commander Decks Right Now

There’s nothing better than a Magic: The Gathering Commander night with friends, and Wizards of the Coast keeps releasing plenty of preconstructed decks so you can jump right in with friends or start ...