Tor Browser 15.0 Arrives Based on Firefox ESR 140
Tor Browser 15.0 introduces vertical tabs, tab groups, and improved privacy tools based on the new Firefox ESR 140.
Linux & Open Source News
Explore the latest updates from the Linux and Open Source ecosystem. Find out about the newest distributions, software releases, and community-driven projects making headlines.
Fedora 43 Officially Released, This Is What’s New
Fedora 43 lands with Wayland-only GNOME, RPM 6.0, Python 3.14, DNF5-powered installer, and an upgraded GNU Toolchain with GCC 15.2 and glibc 2.42.
KDE Plasma 6.5.1 Desktop Environment Released
KDE Plasma 6.5.1 desktop environment fixes major Wayland and KWin issues, delivering a noticeably smoother and more stable user experience.
Distrobox 1.8.2 Brings Polished Experience, New Maintainer
Distrobox 1.8.2, a containerized Linux environment, brings polish, better integration, and 20 new contributors joining the growing project.
IPFire 2.29 Core Update 198 Released with Suricata 8 and Real-Time IPS Email Reporting
IPFire 2.29 Core Update 198 open-source firewall ships with Suricata 8 and real-time IPS email alerts for faster threat detection and better network insight.
OpenRazer 3.11 Adds Support for 2025 Razer Laptops and New Peripherals
OpenRazer 3.11 adds support for Razer Blade 2025 models, as well as new mice and keyboards, bringing better Linux integration for Razer devices.
Python Software Foundation Withdraws $1.5M U.S. Government Grant Over DEI Restrictions
Python’s governing body drops a $1.5 M U.S. grant, saying the anti-DEI clause violates its mission and community spirit.
nEMU 3.4 Ncurses-Based QEMU Frontend Released with VM Preview Feature
nEMU 3.4 arrives a year and a half after the previous release, introducing a VM preview feature, new config options, and improved QEMU integration.
Ubuntu Unity Project Faces Uncertain Future
Ubuntu Unity faces manpower shortages as lead dev Rudra has no time to maintain it, sparking a public call for help.
Why KDE Linux Chose to Bet on Immutability Instead of Native Packages
KDE’s Nate Graham explains why KDE Linux bets on immutability for stability and simplicity, moving away from traditional package systems.