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KernelScript 0.1 Debuts as a New Language for eBPF Development

OnMay 25, 2026

KernelScript 0.1 introduces an experimental type-safe DSL for writing eBPF, userspace, and kernelspace code from one codebase.

Sway 1.12 Wayland Compositor Released with HDR10 and Window Capture

OnMay 25, 2026

Sway 1.12 lands with HDR10 support via the Vulkan renderer, individual window capture, wlroots 0.20, and new Wayland protocols.

AppGrid 1.8 KDE Plasma Launcher Adds Smarter Search

OnMay 25, 2026

AppGrid 1.8 updates the KDE Plasma 6 launcher with rewritten favorites, drag-and-drop support, smarter search, and deeper Plasma integration.

Flatpak’s Future May Leave Non-systemd Distros Behind

OnMay 25, 2026
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Flatpak’s future sandboxing design may rely more heavily on systemd services, raising questions about compatibility with non-systemd systems.

MX Linux 25.2 Released with Linux 7.0 AHS Kernel

OnMay 25, 2026
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MX Linux 25.2 is now available with Linux 7.0 on the AHS edition, Debian 13.5 base updates, and refreshed ISO images.

Linuxiac Weekly Wrap-Up: Week 21, 2026 (May 18 – 24)

OnMay 24, 2026

Catch up on the latest Linux news: Rhino Linux 2026.1, Proxmox VЕ 9.2, Nitrux 6.1, Firefox 151, GNOME Commander 2.0, Microsoft Azure Linux 4, Linux Mint’s new screenshot tool, and more.