26 Jan 2026

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New AppImage Offers an Easier Way to Run Affinity on Ubuntu

No more fighting with Wine dependencies: an unofficial Affinity v3 AppImage runs Canva's creative suite on Ubuntu via a simple, self-contained executable.

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26 Jan 2026 11:23pm GMT

Mecha Comet – Modular Linux Handheld with Snap-On Modules

Meet the Mecha Comet: a modular, open-source Linux handheld built for tinkerers. Features snap-on modules, Linux OS and AMOLED display - now on Kickstarter!

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26 Jan 2026 4:06pm GMT

25 Jan 2026

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Turn Scripts into Quick Settings Toggles with this GNOME Extension

GNOME logo on a laptop with a puzzle piece floating over it to denote extensions.Add custom command and script toggles to GNOME Shell's Quick Settings menu. Create up to 6 buttons to trigger any action you want, easily and in reach!

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25 Jan 2026 10:56pm GMT

23 Jan 2026

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How to avoid package End of Life through backporting 

When a Git vulnerability hit systems past Ubuntu package end of life, teams had to reassess security options. Learn how to stay protected beyond standard support.

23 Jan 2026 9:15am GMT

19 Jan 2026

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Showcasing open design in action: Loughborough University design students explore open source projects

Last year, we collaborated with two design student teams from Loughborough University in the UK. These students were challenged to work on open source project briefs. Team 1 focused on non-code contributions, while Team 2's brief was to create a unified documentation experience, giving them a chance to apply their design skills to real-world problems […]

19 Jan 2026 11:09am GMT

15 Jan 2026

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Canonical Ubuntu and Ubuntu Pro now available on AWS European Sovereign Cloud

Canonical announced it is a launch partner for the AWS European Sovereign Cloud, with Ubuntu and Ubuntu Pro now available. This new independent cloud for Europe enables organizations to run secure, enterprise workloads with full operational autonomy and EU data residency. By combining the performance and expanded security coverage of Ubuntu Pro with AWS sovereignty controls, customers can meet stringent EU regulatory requirements while continuing to innovate at scale.

15 Jan 2026 10:06pm GMT