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in 3 hours

This NYC food tour shares the real stories of Chinatown

The Mott Street Girls aim to combat racism and uplift the community through historical education and walking tours.
Mission District
#affordable-housing
NYC real estate
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 hour ago

NY State grants new timeline to owners of stalled Atlantic Yards project

Atlantic Yards' developers will avoid penalties for failing to deliver affordable housing units on schedule.
Community groups express frustration as development rights may transfer more than two decades later with renewed discussions.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
5 days ago

Plan to Bring Thousands of Affordable Homes and Upgrades to Brooklyn

The Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan will bring 4,600 homes, with 1,900 being permanently affordable, crucial for community development in Central Brooklyn.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
6 days ago

Opinion: The Brooklyn Marine Terminal Can Help Solve NYC's Housing Shortage

New York City must effectively utilize EDC to create affordable housing rapidly, especially at the Brooklyn Marine Terminal.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 hour ago

Philly college students perform out-of-this-world choreography in 'Drexel Dragon Jedi'

We do stage combat performances and make really cool lightsaber battles based on a variety of different stories. Most of the time we just have them at Drexel but open to community members all for free.
DC food
#education
fromsfist.com
1 hour ago
Mission District

Thursday Morning What's Up: That Square Corner Store' Has Opened in the Former Lucca Ravioli

fromsfist.com
1 hour ago
Mission District

Thursday Morning What's Up: That Square Corner Store' Has Opened in the Former Lucca Ravioli

Social justice
fromTruthout
4 hours ago

Awareness Protests Won't Threaten the Richest, Most Well-Armed People on Earth

True change requires meaningful actions, not just awareness.
Grassroots engagement is critical for effective protest.
Coalitional politics are essential against right-wing movements.
#homelessness
fromPoynter
6 hours ago
Roam Research

When homelessness rises, so do the stakes of getting the story right - Poynter

Roam Research
fromPoynter
6 hours ago

When homelessness rises, so do the stakes of getting the story right - Poynter

Reporting on homelessness challenges traditional journalism frameworks, prompting a need for better guidelines.
A collective of reporters has created a guide to aid in nuanced homelessness reporting.
fromPinstripe Alley
6 hours ago

Yankees trivia: Your in-5 daily game, Thursday edition

Today's trivia presents a fun challenge for Yankees fans, featuring both active and retired players that test your knowledge and guessing skills.
New York Yankees
#environmental-awareness
#bay-area-book-festival
fromThe Oaklandside
19 hours ago
East Bay (California)

2025 Bay Area Book Festival offers inspiration and empowerment in overwhelming times

The Bay Area Book Festival features free programming with a focus on changing narratives through literature.
The event includes 275 authors across 85 discussions, celebrating literature and community engagement.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago
Portland food

2025 Bay Area Book Festival offers inspiration and empowerment in overwhelming times

The Bay Area Book Festival celebrates literature with free events, featuring numerous authors and discussions.
The theme of this year’s festival is 'changing the narrative' to inspire community engagement.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
19 hours ago

2025 Bay Area Book Festival offers inspiration and empowerment in overwhelming times

The Bay Area Book Festival features free programming with a focus on changing narratives through literature.
The event includes 275 authors across 85 discussions, celebrating literature and community engagement.
#social-issues
fromAbove the Law
22 hours ago

Law Student Uses ChatGPT To Write Children's Book On Peace Negotiations - Above the Law

The children's book idea first emerged during a Senior Research Associate (SRA) brainstorming session when Professor Williams challenged the students to explore creative ways to engage with peacebuilding.
Artificial intelligence
#social-media
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Young adults in Europe are putting away smartphones DW 05/25/2025

The Offline Club encourages taking breaks from social media through real-world, phone-free experiences.
fromObserver
23 hours ago
Social media marketing

Bluesky CEO Jay Graber Explains How the Social Platform Thrives Without Ads

fromPR Daily
2 days ago
Marketing tech

PR Daily's 2025 Social Media & Digital Awards finalists announced - PR Daily

fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago
Social media marketing

How Brands Can Master Bluesky and Capitalize on Its Growing Audience | Entrepreneur

Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Young adults in Europe are putting away smartphones DW 05/25/2025

The Offline Club encourages taking breaks from social media through real-world, phone-free experiences.
fromObserver
23 hours ago
Social media marketing

Bluesky CEO Jay Graber Explains How the Social Platform Thrives Without Ads

fromPR Daily
2 days ago
Marketing tech

PR Daily's 2025 Social Media & Digital Awards finalists announced - PR Daily

fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago
Social media marketing

How Brands Can Master Bluesky and Capitalize on Its Growing Audience | Entrepreneur

Social media marketing
fromForbes
21 hours ago

How Founders Are Using Substack To Build Real Connection

Founder-led Substacks are transforming brand communication, offering a direct line to engaged audiences free from middlemen.
fromForbes
23 hours ago

New York Liberty Themed Brooklyn Public Library Cards Debut This June

This partnership is also an initiative to support the library's summer reading programming and promote literacy.
New York Knicks
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 day ago

This Comedic Play About Dating in DC Turns Mt. Pleasant Street Into a Stage - Washingtonian

"Some people are probably so annoyed by this, but I just kind of love that it's part of the soundtrack. It's fun to be outside and suddenly the whole world is a part of this."
DC food
fromsilive
1 day ago

Staten Island Zoo receives original banner artwork painted by students at PS 25

We are grateful to the school and students of PS 25 for their ongoing support and beautiful artwork. It is very clear that PS 25 and these students care about the well-being of our animals and love our zoo.
NYC parents
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'Fit and healthy' Wexford lollipop lady told she has to stop working when she turns 70

Philomena O'Leary, the school warden, expressed that her role at Loreto Bunscoil has brought her joy and a sense of community following her husband's passing.
Retirement
#mental-health
fromBronx Times
1 day ago
NYC startup

Ice Spice returns to the Bronx to empower young women at Girls Inc. Wellness Summit - Bronx Times

fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago
Mental health

Identifying barriers faced by people with disabilities - Harvard Gazette

Melissa Shang's research fills a significant gap in understanding the mental health of people with disabilities, linking minority stressors to suicidal thoughts.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
5 days ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Org and BRIC host forum on livability, safety issues

Brooklyn's residents face significant challenges regarding housing affordability, safety, and demographic shifts, calling for community-driven solutions.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
6 days ago

Brooklyn Leaders Talk Housing, Safety, and Mental Health at BRIC Town Hall

The highest priorities for Brooklyn's future include addressing housing affordability and improving mental health and safety concerns.
NYC startup
fromBronx Times
1 day ago

Ice Spice returns to the Bronx to empower young women at Girls Inc. Wellness Summit - Bronx Times

Ice Spice promotes empowerment and mental health awareness for young women in her community through a wellness summit.
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago

Identifying barriers faced by people with disabilities - Harvard Gazette

Melissa Shang's research fills a significant gap in understanding the mental health of people with disabilities, linking minority stressors to suicidal thoughts.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
5 days ago

Brooklyn Org and BRIC host forum on livability, safety issues

Brooklyn's residents face significant challenges regarding housing affordability, safety, and demographic shifts, calling for community-driven solutions.
fromScala-lang
1 day ago

Scala Days 2025 - Functional Programming And The Real World

The Scala Days 2025 conference focuses on Functional Programming And The Real World, featuring important keynotes and an extensive array of industry speakers.
Scala
#cultural-diversity
#local-news
#architecture
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Adjaye Associates Designs International Children's Cancer Research Centre in Ghana

The ICCRC is the first center in West Africa dedicated to treating childhood cancers, aiming to improve survival rates significantly.
fromArchDaily
6 days ago
Renovation

The Holy See Pavilion Presents a Living Practice of Restoration at the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025

Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Adjaye Associates Designs International Children's Cancer Research Centre in Ghana

The ICCRC is the first center in West Africa dedicated to treating childhood cancers, aiming to improve survival rates significantly.
fromArchDaily
6 days ago
Renovation

The Holy See Pavilion Presents a Living Practice of Restoration at the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025

#wellness
Brooklyn
frombrooklyneagle.com
1 week ago

Black Man's Health Festival returns to Brooklyn

The Black Man's Health Festival 2025 focuses on promoting wellness for Black men through diverse activities in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
frombrooklyneagle.com
1 week ago

Black Man's Health Festival returns to Brooklyn

The Black Man's Health Festival 2025 focuses on promoting wellness for Black men through diverse activities in Brooklyn.
#free-events
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Contemporary Garden City / L'atelier DEV architecture

The Bon Air neighborhood in Anderlecht stands out as a low-density area, distinct from Brussels' urban sprawl, preserving its village feel while facing modern challenges.
Renovation
#city-council
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Victim in 1981 San Jose cold case murder identified, DA's office says

Vivian Moss, a murder victim unidentified for over 40 years, has finally been named through forensic genealogy techniques.
Mission District
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Wu announces the city's summer safety plan

We know that safety is just as much about the proactive presence of community and resources, stability and opportunity.
Boston food
fromScary Mommy
1 day ago

High Schoolers Are Pulling Off The Most Wholesome Senior Prank This Year

"It was so cute to see them all walk around the school. The little kids would make friends with each other and hold hands down the hall. It was really cute."
NYC parents
Arts
fromColossal
1 day ago

Amarie Gipson On The Reading Room, Houston's Black Art and Culture Library

Amarie Gipson founded The Reading Room to foster community engagement around Black art and culture, emphasizing accessibility for all.
fromDigiday
2 days ago

T Brand Studio, Dagne Dover and MyShop are shortlisted for the 2025 Future Leader Awards

Alice Severs has turned complex topics into compelling content, blending editorial and creative strategy, and significantly impacting Financial brand communications.
Marketing tech
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

San Jose parks face budget cuts amid ongoing work backlog - San Jose Spotlight

We do everything we can to stretch our resources - grants, partnerships, volunteers and contractors all help us maintain parks. We're also always looking for ways to be more efficient, but the bottom line is that we just don't have enough staff to meet the need. With a $550 million maintenance backlog, it's clear that sustainable funding for park staffing is critical to keeping our parks safe, clean and accessible.
SF parents
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Exclusive | Move over Carrie Bradshaw: This is the hottest stoop in NYC - and yes, photos are encouraged

Kristi Hemric's decorated stoop serves as a vibrant community space, welcoming onlookers and creating joyful moments for passersby.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 days ago

PREMIUMBrooklyn's Thomas Jefferson Club, longest running Democratic club in the state of New York, is finding a new home

"In 1965 when we bought the building, our border was Linden Boulevard on the north and the Queens border on the east... Today, we start at Rockaway Parkway and go past Gerritsen Beach."
Brooklyn
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

What will the next century look like for East Bay parks? The district's general manager shares her vision

We're managing over 126,000 acres of parkland, with our 73 parks. Just to put that into some perspective, that is the equivalent, in terms of geographical size, of the state of Rhode Island.
Online Community Development
Toronto Raptors
fromRaptors HQ
2 days ago

Toronto Tempo take exciting next step ahead of WNBA launch

Toronto Tempo's community event successfully engages fans ahead of their WNBA debut.
Inclusive discussions around basketball signify positive growth for women's sports in Toronto.
Travel
fromEater
2 days ago

Would You Fly Around the World for Your Favorite Food Creator?

Creator-led travel experiences are redefining fan engagement and loyalty.
#leadership
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

Website with new interface provides testing results from Moss Landing battery plant

The new interactive dashboard allows users to find results of water and soil testing, including data collected across Monterey County since the January fire.
Portland food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

'Felt Monster Project': 8th-graders bring kindergarteners' drawings to life

The 'Felt Monster Project' connects 8th graders with kindergarteners through creativity, where older students produce felt dolls based on the designs and personalities created by the younger ones.
SF parents
fromPortland Monthly
2 days ago

Portland's Best Free Concert Venues

Portland is full of gratis shows, formal and informal, big and tiny. Ticketmaster be damned, all you have to do is show up.
Portland food
fromianVisits
2 days ago

Pigeon mural fills a Waterloo railway arch

The London School of Muralism, with permission from Network Rail, has transformed a Waterloo railway arch into a vibrant public art space for students.
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Week of events to showcase London's local rivers

London Rivers Week, now in its ninth year, encourages communities to celebrate all local rivers while raising awareness about their conservation and restoration.
London food
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
5 days ago

Library Lines: Summer Reading fun returning to Contra Costa branches

The Contra Costa County Library system's 2025 summer literacy program emphasizes play as a core method of learning, encouraging readers to engage actively with various activities.
East Bay food
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

You feel useful to society': Italy's busybody pensioners go professional

The term 'umarell' was coined by writer Danilo Masotti in 2005, describing retired men who watch over construction sites, offering unsolicited advice.
Europe news
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Well-Crafted: Floral Mosaic at Sams American Eatery (SF)

Join us at SAMS for a custom leather bracelet workshop and create pressed flower mosaics inspired by beautiful tile patterns while enjoying drinks and bites.
San Francisco
fromBrooklyn Eagle
5 days ago

PREMIUMBrooklyn Hospital Founders Ball raises more than $1.4M

Davi also praised the hospital workers, noting that everyone who works at TBHC feels that it is their hospital, and an immeasurable amount of pride shines through in everything they do "from the parking attendant, to the cashier in the café, to the doctors and the nurses, everyone brings their best self to work each and every day."
Brooklyn
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Morgan Hill: Chick-fil-A sets opening date for its first restaurant in this city

Chick-fil-A will open its first Morgan Hill location on May 29, serving classic fried chicken and seasonal specials, with a focus on community support.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Century 21 expands Colorado footprint

We're focused on growing in a way that's thoughtful and aligned with our values. It's an affiliation that will help us grow while staying true to who we are.
SF real estate
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
5 days ago

Bklyn Tween Speaks Truth to Mayor Adams on Supposedly 'Dangerous' Bike Lane, Gets Booed By Hasidic Men - Streetsblog New York City

The town hall featured a respectful dialogue about community safety, reflecting the strong relationship between Mayor Adams and the local Hasidic community.
fromeLearning Industry
5 days ago

Hivebrite Pricing Plans And Costs (2025): Which Plan Is Right For You?

Hivebrite offers a scalable platform with various pricing tiers tailored to different community needs, but its cost can be prohibitive for smaller organizations.
Online Community Development
fromBrooklyn Eagle
5 days ago

Student starts initiative to have American flag on Verrazzano to celebrate the United States 250th anniversary

"I was talking to some old-timers about how they drove to California for the bicentennial, and they mentioned a boat parade and the flag on the Verrazano-Narrows which sparked my interest to look into this story," Bejleri told the Brooklyn Eagle. "Then I realized that the 250th anniversary wasn't that far away so I wanted to start [the initiative] as soon as possible, which was in late March of 2025."
Brooklyn
#racial-justice
fromPortland Mercury
6 days ago
Portland

Good Morning, News: Portland Baby Elephant Awarded Symbolic Parade Authority, Mercury Weekend BlackOut, and Cyanobacteria Algae Bloom Season Is Here

fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago
Portland food

Good Morning, News: Shenanigans in Old Town, Council Reduces Bloated Police Budget, and Bad News for Christian Nationalists

fromPortland Mercury
6 days ago
Portland

Good Morning, News: Portland Baby Elephant Awarded Symbolic Parade Authority, Mercury Weekend BlackOut, and Cyanobacteria Algae Bloom Season Is Here

fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago
Portland food

Good Morning, News: Shenanigans in Old Town, Council Reduces Bloated Police Budget, and Bad News for Christian Nationalists

#art
Arts
fromDocumentjournal
6 days ago

Beyond the festival: meet the artists behind TONO 2025

TONO Festival's third edition showcased immersive exhibitions and celebrated the interconnectedness of art, culture, and community in time-based works across Mexico City and Puebla.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
6 days ago

Michaiel Patrick Bovenes Creates Safe Spaces Where Gay Men Can Build Meaningful Connections - San Francisco Bay Times

The article highlights Michaiel Patrick Bovenes as a champion of love and community connection through his initiative, Gay Community Circles.
fromThe Mercury News
6 days ago

Bay Area News Group wins 21 California Journalism Awards

Frank Pine, BANG's executive editor, said he's grateful for the CNPA's recognition of the journalism produced by staff at the Mercury News and East Bay Times.
East Bay (California)
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

Free "Namasakaram" Volunteer Kickoff Party (SF)

This is the first step in creating Namasakaram - a massive, interactive sculpture being built by local nonprofit Looking Up Arts, heading to Burning Man this summer.
Mission District
Cryptocurrency
fromcointelegraph.com
6 days ago

Trendspotting in crypto: How to discover winning projects before the crowd

Identify early-stage crypto projects by analyzing onchain metrics and community traction.
Avoid hype-driven investments and focus on real growth signals.
Learn from past successful projects like Solana and Arbitrum.
#san-francisco
fromSFGATE
6 days ago
Alternative transportation

Bay Area middle schoolers help improve $55 million bus system

Teenagers successfully petitioned Marin Transit for improved bus service, addressing student transportation concerns.
fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago

Oakland school board restores after-school funding

Two years in an after-school program improves math scores by 20 percentile points. It increases attendance, it reduces behavioral suspensions and expulsions, and it closes the achievement gap between low- and high-income families
NYC parents
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

The Old Lucca Ravioli Space to Become a Corner Store' for Tech Payment Processing Company Square

The longtime Lucca Ravioli location at 1100 Valencia Street had belonged to the Italian-American grocer and Italian goods importer for 94 years, until its closure in 2019.
Mission District
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

POP QUIZ PDX: Sassy Trivia Qs About Nightmare Sausages, Twin Peaks, and Let's Buy Big Pink!

This week's edition of POP QUIZ PDX features a variety of trivia topics, including Twin Peaks character look-alikes and local nightmare sausages.
Portland food
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Lego is giving $1 million to the Boston Public Library

Lego donates $1 million to Boston Public Library to enhance children's programs and literacy initiatives.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Official who proposed 'boycott' of holiday-home owners apologises as Taoiseach criticises 'divisive' call

Mayo County Council's recent discussions aim to address housing challenges without formally adopting controversial proposals related to holiday homes in the region.
UK politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

Century-old civic club holds annual golf outing

'12:30 for Life' reflects the commitment of members to support local businesses and foster strong community ties through initiatives like the annual golf outing.
Brooklyn
#geoguessr
fromKotaku
1 week ago
Soccer (FIFA)

GeoGuessr Bails On Controversial Saudi Tournament After Map Makers Revolt: 'When You Tell Us We've Got It Wrong We Take It Seriously'

fromKotaku
1 week ago
Soccer (FIFA)

GeoGuessr Bails On Controversial Saudi Tournament After Map Makers Revolt: 'When You Tell Us We've Got It Wrong We Take It Seriously'

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