Dossier
May 28
Coverage of May 28 in the Nexus archive.
- Manhole mystery: Brooklyn sewer divers likely on the hunt for stuff you’ve flushed down the drain, sources say
A group of individuals entering manholes in Brooklyn are believed to be scavengers searching for valuables flushed down drains, according to police sources. Videos of the activity sparked conspiracy theories, but authorities confirmed no evidence of terrorism or other criminal intent. Similar incidents occurred previously, including an April 2025 arrest of three men for the same behavior.
- Cambodia to Mark May 28 as the Beginning of its Border War With Thailand
Cambodia is commemorating May 28 as the start of its border war with Thailand. The ruling party is leveraging the conflict to reinforce its political narrative and myth-building.