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Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Science, Tech Groups Oppose Philippines-US Pax Silica Deal
A coalition of science and technology groups in the Philippines has voiced opposition to the Pax Silica agreement with the United States, citing concerns over mineral extraction impacts. The groups highlighted potential environmental harms and effects on local populations. The de…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Fiji Villagers Oppose Australian Billionaire's Waste-to-Energy Plan
Villagers in Fiji have rejected a proposal by an Australian billionaire to burn rubbish for energy production. They described the plan as 'waste colonialism' and expressed concerns it could harm local beaches. A representative from the nation echoed these sentiments at the UN.
Damian Putica / Wikimedia (Public domain)Generative AI and Its Reported Impacts on Art and Society in 2026
A 2026 article discusses generative AI's effects on the art world through reproduction technologies. It highlights criticisms including resource use and societal harms. Artists are noted as early predictors of these issues.
joepyrek from Richmond, Va, USA / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)Proposed $5.18 Billion Data Center in Georgia Near Family Cemetery Since 1800s
A $5.18 billion hyperscale data center project in Muscogee County, Georgia, is planned less than two miles from a 15-acre property containing a cemetery with 22 graves held by a local family since the mid-1800s. The property owner, Debbie Jackson, learned of the project in Februa…
Deezee518 / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)U.S. Rep. Beth Van Duyne Addresses Water and Power Demands of Texas Data Centers
U.S. Representative Beth Van Duyne responded to concerns over water usage by data centers in Texas during an Axios Live event. She stated that data centers are improving their water efficiency and that power consumption will likely become the primary issue. The comments highlight…