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fromFuncheap
1 week ago

SkeptiCal 2025: Explore Science, Skepticism + Skepardy (Oakland)

The SkeptiCal Conference brings stimulating and entertaining speakers to a world-wide audience of science fans, critical thinkers, and questioners of extraordinary claims.
Science
fromObserver
1 week ago

Melissa Joseph Scales Up Poignancy in Public Spaces With 'Tender'

Melissa Joseph's art utilizes wool felt to explore diasporic experiences and personal narratives while engaging broader public audiences.
LGBT
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Letters: San Jose still isn't engaging on animal welfare at shelter

Administration failing to engage with animal welfare and community stakeholders is undermining support for San Jose Animal Care Center.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Call to Action: Car Brains Try to Remove San Mateo Committee Member for Opposing Widenings - Streetsblog San Francisco

Criticism of freeway widening leads to attempts to remove Mike Swire from the San Mateo County Transportation Authority Community Advisory Committee.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Thousands meet their MPs to show huge demand for climate action

More than 5,000 people from across the UK arrived in Westminster to meet their MPs and demand urgent climate action to protect their communities. This mass lobby is one of the largest to date, with constituents including parents, doctors, and youth campaigners lobbying at least 500 MPs, about 80% of the total.
UK politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Dartford chicken shop wants to serve hot food until 2am every day

Metro Fried Chicken has applied for a premises licence to serve hot food from 11pm to 2am every day.
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

Greenwich's legendary observatory is getting a massive 77 million makeover

The Royal Observatory Greenwich celebrates its 350th anniversary with a £77 million renovation project called 'First Light.'
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

Hidden spaces beneath the Barbican could reopen after nearly 30 years in the dark

Two disused exhibition halls at the Barbican may reopen as part of the Barbican Renewal project, seeking innovative ideas for public use.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Catherine talks candidly of 'life-changing' cancer treatment

"You put on a sort of brave face, stoicism through treatment, treatment's done - then it's like 'I can crack on, get back to normal'. But actually the phase afterwards is really difficult..."
Mental health
US politics
fromDefector
4 weeks ago

All I Want Is To Live In A World Where People Talk Normal | Defector

Democrat party leaders are perceived as ineffective, prioritizing tenure over genuine political representation in the face of rising minority candidates.
Digital life
fromZDNET
4 weeks ago

Your Netflix just got a free NASA upgrade - beaming spacewalks straight to your living room

NASA will stream live content on Netflix this summer, enhancing accessibility of space-related programming.
Miami
fromMiami Herald
4 weeks ago

Questions surround plan to revive Miami's historic Olympia Theater. Here are 5 takeaways

Miami officials are considering transferring Olympia Theater to a charter school, raising concerns about transparency and community input.
#climate-change
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Science

Naoise Dolan: Storm Donald, Storm Vladimir, Storm Benjamin... let's name extreme weather after real climate culprits

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Science

Naoise Dolan: Storm Donald, Storm Vladimir, Storm Benjamin... let's name extreme weather after real climate culprits

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

No 10 accused of control freakery' over ban on civil servants speaking at events

The recent guidance issued by No 10 restricting civil servants from speaking at media-present events is seen as detrimental to public engagement and discourse.
UK news
#theater
fromsilive
1 month ago
NYC music

The Public Theatre to bring free 'Much Ado About Nothing' to Wolfe's Pond Park on Staten Island

fromsilive
1 month ago
NYC music

The Public Theatre to bring free 'Much Ado About Nothing' to Wolfe's Pond Park on Staten Island

fromStreetsblog Projects
1 month ago

It's The 2025 Celebrity Mayoral Rankings! - Streetsblog Projects

Urban livability is shaped by differing priorities, as shown by the luminaries' mayoral rankings.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

New signs at national parks and historic sites around Bay Area, NorCal drawing concerns: Here's why

"This is an attempt to rewrite history, whitewash history. Eliminate the stories of critical contributors to history," said Dennis Arguelles with the National Parks Conservation Association.
San Francisco
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Silence isn't golden

CEOs need to actively engage with audiences or risk becoming irrelevant.
Direct communication is trusted more than traditional advertising or news.
#science-communication
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Worldwide Watch Parties for New Vera Rubin Observatory Let You See the Full Night Sky in HD

The Vera Rubin Observatory will release its first images of the cosmos, allowing public participation through livestream and global watch parties.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

TAC! 2025 Urban Architecture Festival: Winning Pavilions Celebrate Local Materials and Coastal Culture in Spain

The TAC! Festival promotes contemporary architecture through public engagement and innovative designs by young architects.
fromHackernoon
1 month ago

Skilled Workers Sound the Alarm as Immigration Reform Sparks Record Petition Response in UK | HackerNoon

The announcement of potential changes to immigration policy has ignited significant concern among the immigrant community in the UK, prompting a swift response through petitions.
UK politics
London food
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Peter Cook and LEGO Group's Play Pavilion Opens at Serpentine on World Play Day

The Play Pavilion opens in London, celebrating World Play Day with interactive design promoting creativity and playfulness.
NYC politics
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

City may rehire PR firm as possible referendum on downtown public housing looms

Menlo Park is preparing for a housing ballot initiative by rehiring a crisis management firm for communications support.
#journalism
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago
Canada news

Breaking News! Canadians Actually Care about What's Happening in Other Communities! | The Walrus

fromThe Walrus
2 months ago
Canada news

Breaking News! Canadians Actually Care about What's Happening in Other Communities! | The Walrus

fromTheartnewspaper
1 month ago

UK national museums back call for end to 'relentless negativity' around corporate arts sponsorship

The British Museum and other major institutions support a call to end negativity around corporate sponsorship in the arts.
fromColossal
1 month ago

Order an Object at the New V&A East Storehouse to Get Up-Close to 5,000 Years of Cultural Heritage

The new V&A East Storehouse in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park provides a purpose-built home for over 250,000 objects, showcasing 5,000 years of human creativity.
Arts
#brooklyn-marine-terminal
Design
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Wuhan Qianzishan Waste-to-Energy Power Plant / United Units Architects

The Qianzishan Waste-to-Energy Power Plant exemplifies innovative industrial architecture by combining form, function, and aesthetics in its design.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on a new era for museums: letting the public take control | Editorial

The V&A Storehouse allows access to 250,000 objects, bringing art storage out of hiding and into public view, redefining museum experience.
London food
US news
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How to watch: Scientists are hosting a 100-hour livestream to protest Trump cuts

Scientists are advocating for climate science through a 100-hour livestream event addressing concerns over recent research funding cuts.
fromianVisits
2 months ago

V&A's vast archive warehouse opens its doors to the public

The V&A's new warehouse allows the public to explore their extensive storage collections, creating an accessible and immersive experience for museum visitors.
London food
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Fancy a masterpiece? Just pop one in your basket! V&A's new open-access outpost will thrill art-lovers

V&A East Storehouse allows anyone free access to select and view art pieces personally.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

A Competitive Reality TV Show for Citizenship? I Wouldn't Put It Past Them.

A proposed DHS reality show undermines the true meaning of citizenship, reducing it to spectacle over civic engagement.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

Fleet Week NYC 2025: Where to Catch the Parade of Ships and Free Events This Week | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Fleet Week NYC showcases a rich maritime tradition and honors service members through events like the Parade of Ships and public ship tours.
Renovation
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

Spectacular new images have been revealed of the Barbican's upcoming 240 million makeover

The Barbican Centre will undergo a major 'renewal' project from 2027 to 2030, preparing for its 50th anniversary.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago

international museum day 2025: tour the new and upcoming museums around the world

In this context, architecture becomes a means of orientation, framing memory and revealing histories in how we engage with artwork and civic life.
Renovation
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

The East Bay Regional Park District wants your input on the future of its parks

EBRPD seeks community input for its future park district plan, emphasizing the importance of public involvement in shaping park management.
DC food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Navy opens the curtain, a bit, to life aboard one of its California-based submarines

The homecoming of sailors from the USS Alexandria highlights the Navy's new approach to public engagement after deployments.
fromCreativeApplications.Net
2 months ago

Noise Surround System - Bringing city noise into philharmonic

Noise Surround System confronts audiences with urban noise in a philharmonic setting to raise awareness about noise pollution.
#queen-elizabeth-ii
fromArchDaily
2 months ago
London food

UK Government Reveals Five Shortlisted Designs for the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial in London

fromArchDaily
2 months ago
London food

UK Government Reveals Five Shortlisted Designs for the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial in London

fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Goldberg: Can Hakeem Jeffries break through?

Hakeem Jeffries emphasizes increased public engagement and focuses on practical issues like the economy and healthcare amidst political challenges.
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Video. Watch the live restoration of Courbet's masterpiece at Musee d'Orsay

Musée d'Orsay's live restoration of Gustave Courbet's 'A Burial at Ornans' lets art lovers witness the meticulous process, aiming to restore its original vibrance by 2026.
Paris food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Gilroy narrows down to two maps in districting saga

Gilroy's City Council is shaping new district-based election maps amidst a legal challenge, prioritizing community input, particularly concerning the Latino East Side.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Shekou Cultural and Sports Park / Tanghua Architects

The Shekou Cultural and Sports Park emphasizes human-centered design, focusing on accessibility and merging indoor and outdoor spaces.
#new-york-city
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Op-Ed | Strengthening local democracy through charter reform * Brooklyn Paper

Public engagement in local democracy and charter changes is vital for effective governance in New York City.
fromHell Gate
3 months ago
NYC politics

Eric Adams Asked for Photos of Cops Staring at Their Phones, and New Yorkers Delivered

Mayor Adams called on New Yorkers to report police inactivity by sending photos of officers on their phones in the subway.
NYC politics
fromHell Gate
3 months ago

Eric Adams Asked for Photos of Cops Staring at Their Phones, and New Yorkers Delivered

Mayor Adams called on New Yorkers to report police inactivity by sending photos of officers on their phones in the subway.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Dem Rep. Jamie Raskin packs out LI town hall with nearly 2K residents: 'We are being governed by morons'

My friends, we are being governed by morons. The more difficult the struggle, the more glorious the victory.
NYC politics
#reproductive-rights
Washington DC
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Trump administration is having early discussions to hold a military parade in Washington on June 14

The Independent emphasizes the importance of unbiased reporting amid critical social and political issues, highlighting transparency in journalism.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 months ago

UK National Parks deploys AI, IoT to transform environmental monitoring | Computer Weekly

Vodafone UK's partnership with National Parks aims to enhance conservation through technology and respond to public demand for nature engagement.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
3 months ago

Historic Swiss Cottage pub gains protection from redevelopment

Alan Selwyn, planning lead at the Belsize Society, expressed delight that the pub's significance has been recognized, aiming to collaborate with owners for community benefits.
London politics
UK news
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Prince William thrills crowds by flouting protocol established by his grandmother

Prince William has modernized royal engagement by lifting the no selfies rule established by Queen Elizabeth II.
OMG science
fromNature
3 months ago

How we're battling Trump's science cuts across small-town America

Scientists launch 'Science Homecoming' to advocate for research funding amid federal cuts.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

How the White House Easter Egg Roll became one of the oldest American traditions

The White House Easter Egg Roll is an enduring tradition that celebrates spring and community.
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

Nancy Mace yells 'F**k you!' at man she assumes is gay for asking her a question in an Ulta store

Rep. Nancy Mace reacted aggressively to a constituent's question, using the platform to demean LGBTQ+ individuals while portraying herself as a victim.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 months ago

POP QUIZ PDX: Sassy-Ass Trivia About Naughty Landlords, Bizarre Doughnuts, and It's Time to Fire the Easter Bunny!

Engage with local trivia in this week's POP QUIZ PDX featuring a variety of humorous topics.
The quiz not only entertains but also encourages readers to subscribe to newsletters for more content.
fromStreetsblog
3 months ago

How to Build a Better Sustainable Transportation Pilot - Streetsblog USA

Piloting safe streets projects can help cities overcome public opposition or cease projects early, a study finds. Now is a crucial time for trial runs.
Alternative transportation
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Reed Hilderbrand and SO-IL Reimagine San Antonio Botanical Garden with New Pollinator Garden and Public Greenhouse

The strategic master plan for San Antonio Botanical Garden focuses on accessibility, conservation, and horticultural education with new initiatives and designs.
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 months ago

What's the government up to with digital verification services? 'ID' like to know | Computer Weekly

We are far beyond a pressing need for a trusted and effectively delivered system of distributed digital ID and digital verification. The current, continuing lack of clarity is concerning.
Digital life
fromSan Jose Inside
3 months ago

CA Lawmakers Want to Shield Themselves from Public Questions

It is the one time throughout the year where we pause and we ask the question: Are decisions in government being made in the public light? Can the people know what's going on?
SF politics
fromwww.montereyherald.com
3 months ago

Monterey Bay Aquarium announces name of newest resident otter

Monterey Bay Aquarium's new resident otter is named Opal after a public poll, with a planned summer debut.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

National Gallery to let one person sleep overnight for first time

The National Gallery is offering a unique overnight experience for one lucky winner, allowing them to sleep near the art as part of its 200th anniversary celebration.
London food
fromPoynter
3 months ago

Concerned about press freedom? Here are some things you can do about it. - Poynter

Freedom of the press is under unprecedented duress as political attacks intensifying showcase a troubling relationship between power and journalism.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Skygazers gather across northern hemisphere to glimpse partial solar eclipse

The partial solar eclipse captured significant public interest across the northern hemisphere, offering a thrilling experience for those who witnessed it.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

King Charles III seen in public one day after hospitalization for cancer treatment side effects

Charles' cancer diagnosis has heaped pressure on the British monarchy, which is still evolving after the 70-year reign of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Labour must involve whole country if it wants to achieve its goals, report warns

Labour's ambitions are jeopardized unless the government actively engages various sectors, moving away from a central command and control model to embrace mass mobilization.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Kemi brings little cheer to toxic Tories bracing for tough local elections | John Crace

The Conservatives find themselves backed into a corner, desperate for an outbreak of national amnesia about the local elections but aware they must act to avoid looking scared.
UK politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 months ago

Protestors disrupt the House of Lords calling for the chamber to be abolished

We did this action on behalf of Assemble and the ask is that, instead of a House of Lords, which is a house of unelected wealthy elites, we have a house of the people.
UK politics
fromPortlandTribune.com
4 months ago

Portlanders sound off about city budget cuts during first listening session

Portlanders oppose planned cuts to community services amid a $157 million budget shortfall, emphasizing the need for youth investment.
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