The second test rebuild for Ubuntu 26.10 "Stonking Stingray" has been completed for the main component across most architectures, with universe and multiverse still in progress ahead of the October 15 release. This rebuild was initiated due to significant changes in the glibc library and the default LLVM compiler, which could potentially break packages. While the main archive is largely ready, universe and multiverse are still addressing numerous issues, as they contain a larger volume of community and third-party software. Developers are encouraged to participate in the process by reviewing failure reports and submitting fixes to ensure a smooth release
Ubuntu 26.10 Stonking Stingray Second Test Rebuild Clears Main Ahead of October 15 Release
Ubuntu's second archive-wide test rebuild for Ubuntu Linux 26.10 "Stonking Stingray" has finished for the main component across nearly all architectures, though universe and multiverse are still running. The rebuild was triggered by the new glibc 2.44 and the default LLVM compiler transition, the two changes most likely to break packages. Main is essentially complete except for the small riscv64 base, while universe and multiverse form a longer tail of fixes still to come. The release team has about a week to land those fixes before the final freeze and the October 15 go-live.
