Linux Kernel 7.2 Released with Btrfs, Scheduler, and Networking Improvements
Linux kernel 7.2 is out with cache-aware scheduling, Btrfs large folios, Rust on s390, and broad networking and virtualization improvements.
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Linuxiac Weekly Wrap-Up: Week 33, 2026 (August 10 – 16)
Catch up on the latest Linux news: Manjaro 26.1, Omarchy 4.0, GNOME 51 Beta, OpenSSH 10.5, Podman 6.1, KDE Plasma 6.6 gets three years of LTS support, and more.
GIMP 3.4 Takes Shape with New Project Format and Better PSD Support
GIMP developers preview major 3.4 features, including a new project format, improved PSD compatibility, and expanded non-destructive editing.
TUXEDO OS Debian-Based Open Beta Is Now Available for Testing
The first public beta of the redesigned TUXEDO OS is now available, marking the distro’s move away from Ubuntu to Debian Testing.
This New Nextcloud Client Looks Surprisingly Good Already
Nextcloud Native is a new open-source client bringing Files, Photos, Talk, Calendar, Mail, and more into one polished native interface.
Debian Celebrates 33 Years of Free and Open Source Software
Founded in 1993 by Ian Murdock, Debian celebrates 33 years as one of the most influential projects in the Linux ecosystem.
nnn 5.3 Terminal File Manager Adds Native Preview Pane, Better Fuzzy Filtering
nnn 5.3 “Mai Tai” introduces a native preview pane, improved fuzzy filtering, lazy-loaded plugins, new plugins, and numerous usability fixes.
Bazaar Joins GNOME Circle, Targets GNOME 52 as GNOME Software Successor
Bazaar, the modern Flatpak-focused app store, joins GNOME Circle while targeting GNOME 52 as part of GNOME’s plans beyond GNOME Software.
Arch-Based Omarchy 4.0 “Quattro” Is Here with Its Biggest Desktop Overhaul Yet
Omarchy 4.0 “Quattro” arrives with a completely rewritten Quickshell-based desktop shell, faster installs, dual-boot support, and usability improvements.
GNOME 51 Beta Released with New Fingerprint UI, Blur Support, and More
GNOME 51 Beta is now available with background blur support, reduced-motion improvements, HDR enhancements, and updates across Shell, Mutter, Settings, and apps.