Tag: Public Engagement
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Apology Delivered: Nga Kor Ming Retracts Remarks after I Lite U Backlash
Background: The I Lite U Launch and the Backlash The controversy surrounding the Bukit Bintang I Lite U lighting initiative began with remarks by Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming during the project’s pre-launch event. The lighting project, touted as a bold step in revitalizing an iconic urban corridor, drew attention from residents…
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Grumpy Guide at Düsseldorf Museum Turns Heads Worldwide
Introduction: A new kind of museum guide In the hushed halls of the Kunstpalast in Düsseldorf, an unlikely star has emerged: a guide who openly admits, with a wry grin, that he aims to make visitors feel ignorant so they’ll learn. Joseph Langelinck — known to his groep of visitors simply as the “grumpy guide”…
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The Grumpy Guide Reimagining Museum Visits: A Surprise Hit in Düsseldorf
How a blunt approach reshapes a classic museum visit In the dimly lit galleries of Düsseldorf’s Kunstpalast, a new kind of museum guide has emerged—from the pages of a script, into the everyday chatter of art lovers. Joseph Langelinck, the guide behind the phenomenon, isn’t content with the traditional, hushed cadence of the typical museum…
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Tanzania’s Samia Suluhu Hassan Draws Millions in Campaign Rallies Across the Nation
Overview: A Historic Campaign Momentum for CCM The ruling party in Tanzania, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), reports a remarkable surge of support for its presidential candidate, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan. Campaign organizers disclosed that more than 114 rallies were held nationwide, drawing a combined in-person attendance of approximately 25.3 million people. The party said the…
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Chico State Professors Awarded Lantis Endowments to Advance Global and Rural Research
Chico State Announces 2024 Lantis Endowed Chairs The University has named three Chico State faculty members as recipients of its annual Lantis Endowed University Chairs. The awards, which recognize distinguished scholarship and promise for impact, provide funding to advance research and enrich student learning. This year’s honorees—International relations professor Angela Gapa, criminal justice professor Amy…
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Bin Baskets aim to capture the missing one-third of NSW’s Return and Earn recycling
Introduction: A simple idea with big recycling potential New South Wales’ Return and Earn program has already transformed recycling habits, with two out of every three eligible containers being recycled. But a persistent gap remains: the containers that are consumed out of home, often ending up in general waste. Exchange for Change, in collaboration with…
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New Zealand Astrobiology Network Celebration: A Decade of Discovery in Aotearoa
Celebrating a Decade of Astrobiology in Aotearoa In September, the U.S. Embassy joined forces with the New Zealand Astrobiology Network to honor ten years of astrobiology in Aotearoa and 150 years of enduring U.S.–NZ scientific collaboration. The collaboration brought together leading scientists from NASA, Kiwi researchers, educators, students, and the public for a month of…
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HUMANS Space Project: Global Messages About Humanity Sent to Deep Space
A global message for the cosmos What would you tell a universe that has no language barrier or borders? The HUMANS project, led by MIT in collaboration with the art and nanotechnology community, is collecting answers from people in more than 80 countries and in over 65 languages. In Sydney, Year 6 student Saanvi Singh…
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Thyroid Cancer Insight: 95% Control in 20–30 Years, Says MSS
A lifetime of leadership in cancer research Manuel Sobrinho Simões, a towering figure in European pathology and the founder of IPATIMUP (Institute of Molecular Pathology and Immunology of the University of Porto), has long shaped Portugal’s course in cancer research. Recognized in 2015 by The Pathologist as the world’s most influential pathologist, his work sits…
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Gurzelen: From Abandoned Stadium to Community Playground
Introduction to Gurzelen Gurzelen, an old football stadium in Bienne, Switzerland, was once on the brink of demolition. However, instead of the bulldozers rolling in, a vibrant community movement emerged, turning this neglected space into a lively playground for the people. This remarkable transformation is documented in an impressive book featuring contributions from 261 writers,…