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GIMP 3.4 Takes Shape with New Project Format and Better PSD Support

OnAugust 16, 2026

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

OnAugust 16, 2026
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The first public beta of the redesigned TUXEDO OS is now available, marking the distro’s move away from Ubuntu to Debian Testing.

Debian Celebrates 33 Years of Free and Open Source Software

OnAugust 16, 2026
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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

OnAugust 15, 2026

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

OnAugust 15, 2026
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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

OnAugust 15, 2026

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

OnAugust 15, 2026

GNOME 51 Beta is now available with background blur support, reduced-motion improvements, HDR enhancements, and updates across Shell, Mutter, Settings, and apps.