Communities
Coverage of Communities in the Nexus archive.
- Rain or shine: How farmers markets create connection within communities
Farmers markets are noted for their ability to create connections within communities. Small business owners have shared experiences explaining how participating as vendors at these markets has contributed to the growth of their businesses.
- The data center backlash reaches Texas
Texas is auditing hundreds of proposed data centers. This action occurs as communities across the U.S. are resisting due to the rising costs associated with the AI boom.
- Nigeria cannot build safe schools in unsafe communities
The Safe Schools Initiative in Nigeria is failing because communities outside school grounds remain unsafe. Addressing security beyond school premises is essential for the initiative's success.
- UCC panel invites ideas on proposed law in Chhattisgarh
A UCC panel in Chhattisgarh is inviting ideas on a proposed law and has requested submissions from various groups and individuals by October 15 this year.
- South Sudan: How climate change can result in toxic water
Years of flooding in South Sudan's main oil region have caused disastrous water pollution. Communities, scientists, and health workers are seeking solutions, but long-term impacts remain unclear.
- $1.8M in grants awarded for 'high-impact' wildfire projects
$1.8 million in grants has been awarded for high-impact wildfire projects. The projects are designed to address varying wildfire risks across different communities.
- Kenmore Air crash updates: Latest on investigation, injuries
The article provides updates on the Kenmore Air crash investigation and details the reactions from communities and businesses.
- Data center debate grows across Texas as leaders push for more oversight
Data center development in Texas is expanding, prompting communities, local officials, and state leaders to question its impact on power grids, water supplies, and land use. The industry's growth has led to calls for increased oversight.
- Send Bridge Michigan journalists where the story leads
Bridge Michigan journalists travel across the state to report firsthand from communities, classrooms, shorelines, businesses, and public meetings. The article seeks funding support to sustain this travel and keep journalism close to the people and places behind the news.
- Gambia: Mental Health Is Disability Inclusion - How Volunteers, Schools and Communities Are Changing the Conversation
The article from Foroyaa's Environmental Column highlights efforts in Gambia to address mental health as a form of disability inclusion, emphasizing the roles of volunteers, schools, and communities in reshaping public perception.
- Philippines’ Pax Silica AI hub plan slammed for mineral ‘plunder’
The Philippines' proposed Pax Silica AI hub, a US-backed project on a 1,620-hectare site north of Manila, aims to develop AI, semiconductors, and critical minerals. Critics accuse it of exploiting contested land, threatening local communities' livelihoods and water supplies.
- Saving shea: How a Ugandan woman is turning waste into clean energy
A Ugandan woman is converting waste into clean energy to combat the threat of charcoal demand on indigenous trees. Communities are repurposing waste materials to create value and promote sustainability.
- Candidate Q&A: State House District 29 – Tess Abalos
Tess Abalos is a candidate for State House District 29. She advocates for practical solutions to strengthen infrastructure, improve preparedness, and help communities adapt to future challenges.
- Daily life around the world, in photos
A photo gallery showcasing everyday moments across countries, cultures, and communities worldwide, created by AP photo editors.
- Texas leads nation in proposed power plants for data centers, which would emit large amounts of air pollution
Texas is leading the nation in proposed power plants designed to supply electricity for data centers. Experts warn that these plants will emit significant air pollution, which could harm the health of nearby communities.
- Candidate Q&A: Kauaʻi County Council – John Mattos
John Mattos, a candidate for Kauaʻi County Council, emphasizes the importance of community involvement in developing revenue-generating assets for the county. His statement highlights a focus on collaborative approaches to financial growth.
- Kempe Gowda belonged to all communities: Minister
The Minister stated that Kempe Gowda belonged to all communities. The announcement highlights a recognition of Kempe Gowda's inclusive heritage.
- In times of uncertainty, we must focus on giving, resilience
The article highlights increasing demand for services and diminishing funding, urging unity to support leaders driving change in communities.
- Half a billion people are using Threads every month
Threads has reached 500 million monthly active users, according to Meta, with CEO Mark Zuckerberg suggesting the platform could hit 1 billion users. Growth is driven by communities, which Meta is expanding with new features like a communities hub.
- Punjab govt treats over 90,000 drug victims in rehabilitation centres
The Punjab government has treated over 90,000 drug addiction victims through rehabilitation centres. Dr. Balbir Singh highlighted the role of teachers, parents, and communities as the first line of defence against drug addiction.
- Dr Congo adapts burials amid Ebola outbreak
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is adapting burial practices to manage a new Ebola outbreak, as bodies remain contagious post-death. Specialized teams handle burials to prevent infection, but public acceptance is hindered by misinformation and mistrust in some communities.
- The pollution that outlives war
The article discusses how toxic remnants from war continue to harm communities and the environment long after conflicts end. It highlights the lasting pollution caused by warfare, which persists and poisons ecosystems and human populations.
- X is shutting down its Communities feature
X, a social media platform, is discontinuing its Communities feature, which allows users to create and join interest-based groups. The shutdown will affect user engagement and content sharing on the platform.
- X is shutting down Communities because of low usage and lots of spam
X has announced the shutdown of its Communities feature due to low user engagement and high spam activity. The company reported that only a small fraction of users utilized the feature, with much of the activity being spam.
- Hands on with X’s new AI-powered custom feeds
X is replacing its Communities feature with AI-powered custom timelines curated by Grok, introducing new ad slots as part of the update.
- RiseDotRich Unlocks Instant Liquidity On Every Token, No Applications. No Waiting. No Third Parties
RiseDotRich's RISE platform enables instant, interest-free borrowing against token floor values without applications, waiting periods, or third parties. Loans are capped at floor value, backed by protocol reserves, and lack liquidations, allowing users to deploy capital while retaining tokens. The platform targets creators, communities, and artists seeking funding without selling holdings.
- Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance
Tech companies are rapidly expanding AI data centers across the country, with over 4,000 operational facilities. However, communities are opposing these developments due to concerns about environmental impact and financial costs.
- Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance
Tech companies are rapidly expanding AI data centers, with over 4,000 operational nationwide. Communities are opposing these facilities due to environmental and financial concerns, prompting debate between advocates and opponents.
- Communities are waiting on billions in disaster funding from the Trump administration
States are facing delays in receiving disaster funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Trump administration, which is hindering efforts to protect communities from wildfires and hurricanes. The slowdown in funding is causing significant delays for critical infrastructure projects.