history
Coverage of history in the Nexus archive.
- America’s AI election
The article examines America’s AI election landscape and discusses how opposition to data centres is reshaping politics. Specifically, it analyzes the relationship between political change and regulating new technologies using historical insights.
- The hidden politics of time: How clocks, calendars — and now-contentious time zones — came to be
The article examines the hidden politics surrounding how time is measured, covering concepts like clocks, calendars, and contentious time zones. It emphasizes that time itself is viewed as a concept that varies across cultures and throughout history.
- RSS aims at weakening Left movement, says Vijayaraghavan
Vijayaraghavan claims RSS is weakening the Left movement and adversely affecting governance through Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rapid implementation of its agenda in areas like history, higher education, and literature.
- Seedance is making a fresh push into education with study app Gauth — starting with AI animated lessons
Seedance, a ByteDance-owned AI video app, partners with Gauth, an AI-powered edtech app, to create cinematic AI-generated videos for educational content. The collaboration, launching August 4, will transform subjects like history into visual stories with adaptive quizzes, targeting a younger audience.
- What young people don’t understand about America and its wars
The article discusses the lack of understanding among young people regarding America's wars and history. It briefly introduces the topic with the phrase 'Welcome to history.'
- Where Poles and Ukrainians Stand Together
Polish and Ukrainian politicians are attempting to weaponize history by disputing the memory of a Ukrainian partisan army during WWII, which was involved in the ethnic cleansing of Polish villages. However, the majority of the populace has resisted being manipulated by these political tactics.
- The European Country That Figured Out Trump’s White House
Poland has been successful in its dealings with Trump’s White House due to strong personal ties, though historical patterns indicate this success may not be long-lasting.
- Less than half of Tennessee students are proficient in any school subject, data shows
Less than half of Tennessee students are proficient in any school subject, with over 50% of 3rd through 8th graders not meeting expectations in all tested subjects. High schoolers show similar struggles, particularly in math, where less than one-third are proficient. The Tennessee Department of Education reported modest gains but did not highlight the persistent challenges in student performance.
- The Bay: Preserving The Future
The Chesapeake Bay, shaped by rivers, wildlife, watermen, farms, and communities, is explored in a documentary that examines its decline, challenges, and restoration efforts. The film combines science, history, and personal stories to highlight the estuary's importance and the work to preserve it.
- The Outer Edge: Nerdy by Nature
The article explores how researchers, educators, and coastal observers in the Outer Banks examine the relationship between place and human thought through engineering, history, and discovery. It highlights the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and ham radio signals as examples of connections between land, sea, and shared understanding.
- Running the national barbecue: How Mexico actually works
The article explores Mexico's complex political and social systems, emphasizing the intertwined relationships between power, institutions, and individuals. It describes a nation shaped by centuries of history, revolutions, and strong personalities, resulting in a system that is both fascinating and occasionally inefficient.
- Trump's changes to history at national parks must be undone, judge rules
President Trump issued an executive order in March 2025 requiring national parks to avoid displaying elements that 'inappropriately disparage Americans past or living.' A judge has ruled that these changes to history at national parks must be undone.
- Celebrate 250: Drumthwacket
The article highlights a tour of Drumthwacket, the New Jersey governor's mansion, focusing on its historical significance. PIX11 reporter Jim Vasil provides insights into the mansion's 250-year legacy.
- Are We Reliving the 1890s, 1930s, or 1950s?
The article explores whether current global developments mirror historical periods like the 1890s, 1930s, or 1950s, focusing on what history can and cannot explain about today’s shifting order.
- WATCH: Ambassador Monica Crowley on a year of historic diplomacy and the biggest July 4th ever
Ambassador Monica Crowley discusses diplomacy, history, and America's biggest July 4th celebration on 'The Sitdown with Alex Swoyer'. The interview focuses on a year of historic diplomacy and the significance of the upcoming July 4th event.
- Bitcoin and software stocks are breaking up — and history says a major crypto move is coming
Bitcoin and software stocks are diverging, with historical patterns suggesting a significant cryptocurrency movement. The article highlights a potential major shift in the crypto market based on historical trends.
- We found a $40 app that makes learning feel less like homework
Nibble is a $40 app that transforms spare moments into short lessons on AI, history, personal finance, art, and other subjects. It aims to make learning feel less like homework by offering quick, engaging educational content.
- A 42bn-euro dilemma: What is stopping EU from holding Israel to account?
The European Union faces a dilemma over whether to suspend its 42bn-euro association agreement with Israel, balancing trade interests, historical ties, and internal political divisions. The deadlock reflects tensions between holding Israel accountable and maintaining economic and diplomatic relationships.