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The core formula of the Hacker News ranking algorithm is Score = (P - 1) / (T + 2)^G, where P is the number of upvotes, T is the number of hours since posting, and G is the gravity coefficient (default value 1.8).
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7/6/2026
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Kelsey Pfendler Sets Record Crossing the Pacific Solo by Rowboat, Arrives in Hawaii
hackernewshackernews7/5/2026
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