#public-access — Public Fediverse posts

SPARC recently weighed in on OMB's proposed changes to the way federal grants are administered. We're closely following how the rule treats publication costs and what that means for #publicaccess to taxpayer-funded research.
https://sparcopen.org/news/2026/sparc-submits-comments-to-omb-on-proposed-revisions-to-federal-financial-assistance-rules/

SPARC recently weighed in on OMB's proposed changes to the way federal grants are administered. We're closely following how the rule treats publication costs and what that means for #publicaccess to taxpayer-funded research.
https://sparcopen.org/news/2026/sparc-submits-comments-to-omb-on-proposed-revisions-to-federal-financial-assistance-rules/

Doc Talk Podcast: Naked Truth From ‘Public Access’ Director David Shadrack Smith On NY Cable TV’s Wild Experiment In Free Expression
#Documentary #News #Podcast #DavidShadrackSmith #DocTalk #DocTalkPodcast #PublicAccess

https://deadline.com/2026/06/doc-talk-podcast-public-access-director-1236971568/

Doc Talk Podcast: Naked Truth From ‘Public Access’ Director David Shadrack Smith On NY Cable TV’s Wild Experiment In Free Expression
#Documentary #News #Podcast #DavidShadrackSmith #DocTalk #DocTalkPodcast #PublicAccess

https://deadline.com/2026/06/doc-talk-podcast-public-access-director-1236971568/

Public Records Bill Would Make California The ‘Most Secretive’ State In The US

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.techdirt.com/2026/06/24/public-records-bill-would-make-california-the-most-secretive-state-in-the-us/

Public Records Bill Would Make California The ‘Most Secretive’ State In The US

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.techdirt.com/2026/06/24/public-records-bill-would-make-california-the-most-secretive-state-in-the-us/

If you're looking for guidance on how to comply with the federal #PublicAccess policies, SPARC can help. We've created a resource to support authors in actions they might take related to federal policies and publishing options. https://sparcopen.org/our-work/guide-for-authors-complying-with-policies/

If you're looking for guidance on how to comply with the federal #PublicAccess policies, SPARC can help. We've created a resource to support authors in actions they might take related to federal policies and publishing options. https://sparcopen.org/our-work/guide-for-authors-complying-with-policies/

If you want to know key elements of U.S. federal agency #publicaccess policies, we can help. We have a free resource that provides updated agency publication & data sharing requirements in various formats. https://sparcopen.org/our-work/public-access-resources/core-elements-of-federal-public-access-policies/

If you want to know key elements of U.S. federal agency #publicaccess policies, we can help. We have a free resource that provides updated agency publication & data sharing requirements in various formats. https://sparcopen.org/our-work/public-access-resources/core-elements-of-federal-public-access-policies/

Colbert's new ( temporary ) gig with a rare Friday night show

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJTXB5uT_C4

#StephenColbert #PublicAccess #JackWhite #ColbertBootingSucks

Colbert's new ( temporary ) gig with a rare Friday night show

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJTXB5uT_C4

#StephenColbert #PublicAccess #JackWhite #ColbertBootingSucks

Wenn ihr gerne Sachen wie #DeltaGreen, #Cthulhu Now, #TheMagnusArchivesRPG, #PublicAccess oder andere Horror-Mystery-Systeme, dann seht das jetzt als persönliche Empfehlung und unterstützt die Macher:innen. Gibt es für einen schmalen Taler: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/de/product/524171/d66-toolkit-horrid-things-in-an-abandoned-storage-unit

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#pnp #pnpde #rollenspiel

https://www.monroecommunitymedia.org/

https://mas.to/@meganL/116574780103435255

#Media #TV #PublicAccess

https://www.monroecommunitymedia.org/

https://mas.to/@meganL/116574780103435255

#Media #TV #PublicAccess

The US Government Accountability Office (#GAO) just reviewed the #OpenAccess policies at nine federal agencies.
https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-26-107738

A few highlights:

* Among other things, GAO looked for compliance with the #NelsonMemo. This is further evidence that the #Trump admin supports the memo.

* It encourages #NSF and #USDA to go further to ensure #reuse rights. (That would be good.) But it assumes that the other agencies are already doing enough to ensure reuse rights. (I can't agree with this.)

* It praises #NIH for taking steps to reduce money spent on grantee #APCs, and encourages other agencies to follow the NIH lead on this.

* In a few places it leaves the false impression (1) that all OA journals charge APCs and (2) that all publishers are responding the federal policies by charging APCs to publish fed-funded research.

#PublicAccess #ScholComm #USPol #USPolitics

The US Government Accountability Office (#GAO) just reviewed the #OpenAccess policies at nine federal agencies.
https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-26-107738

A few highlights:

* Among other things, GAO looked for compliance with the #NelsonMemo. This is further evidence that the #Trump admin supports the memo.

* It encourages #NSF and #USDA to go further to ensure #reuse rights. (That would be good.) But it assumes that the other agencies are already doing enough to ensure reuse rights. (I can't agree with this.)

* It praises #NIH for taking steps to reduce money spent on grantee #APCs, and encourages other agencies to follow the NIH lead on this.

* In a few places it leaves the false impression (1) that all OA journals charge APCs and (2) that all publishers are responding the federal policies by charging APCs to publish fed-funded research.

#PublicAccess #ScholComm #USPol #USPolitics

Public Access TV at Risk: Cable Giants Threaten to Cut Funds for Local Stations Across U.S.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5FiiumjpoU #PublicAccess #USpol #TV

Public Access TV at Risk: Cable Giants Threaten to Cut Funds for Local Stations Across U.S.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5FiiumjpoU #PublicAccess #USpol #TV

"Democracy runs on information. ... Transparency isn't a feature of Aotearoa New Zealand's democracy; it's the foundation of it.
...
Speaking technically, it is easy enough to bypass, but the real problem isn't really a technical one. The problem is that a decision was made, somewhere inside the Parliamentary Service, that automated access to public parliamentary data should be treated as a threat."

#Aotearoa #NZPol #PublicInformation #PublicAccess #RSS #CivicTech

https://buymeacoffee.com/hammy/parliamentnz-and-radware

"Democracy runs on information. ... Transparency isn't a feature of Aotearoa New Zealand's democracy; it's the foundation of it.
...
Speaking technically, it is easy enough to bypass, but the real problem isn't really a technical one. The problem is that a decision was made, somewhere inside the Parliamentary Service, that automated access to public parliamentary data should be treated as a threat."

#Aotearoa #NZPol #PublicInformation #PublicAccess #RSS #CivicTech

https://buymeacoffee.com/hammy/parliamentnz-and-radware

We've made it easier for you to distill key elements of U.S. federal agency #publicaccess policies. Check out our new resource that lets you compare updated agency publication & data sharing requirements at a glance in different formats. Stay tuned for more soon. https://sparcopen.org/our-work/public-access-resources/core-elements-of-federal-public-access-policies/

We've made it easier for you to distill key elements of U.S. federal agency #publicaccess policies. Check out our new resource that lets you compare updated agency publication & data sharing requirements at a glance in different formats. Stay tuned for more soon. https://sparcopen.org/our-work/public-access-resources/core-elements-of-federal-public-access-policies/

SDF Public Access Unix System

https://sdf.org/?ssh

#HackerNews #SDF #Unix #PublicAccess #OpenSource #RetroComputing #TechCommunity

SDF Public Access Unix System

https://sdf.org/?ssh

#HackerNews #SDF #Unix #PublicAccess #OpenSource #RetroComputing #TechCommunity

STRUCTURAL REPAIRS IMMINENT FOR OAKWELL HALL, SITE OF LITERARY ECHOES

Oakwell Hall near Batley will have structural repairs starting April 2026 to fix roof and water damage, ensuring public access continues.

#OakwellHall, #BatleyRepairs, #HeritageBuilding, #StructuralWork, #PublicAccess

https://newsletter.tf/oakwell-hall-structural-repairs-april-2026-public-access/

Structural repairs costing an estimated £250,000 are needed for Oakwell Hall, a significant increase from previous minor works.

#OakwellHall, #BatleyRepairs, #HeritageBuilding, #StructuralWork, #PublicAccess
https://newsletter.tf/oakwell-hall-structural-repairs-april-2026-public-access/

Village Feud Erupts Over Pippa Middleton's Estate Actions

Pippa Middleton and James Matthews face backlash in West Berkshire for closing a public footpath near their estate, causing local anger and safety concerns.

#PippaMiddleton, #WestBerkshire, #VillageLife, #PublicAccess, #LocalAnger

https://newsletter.tf/pippa-middleton-estate-closes-footpath-west-berkshire/

Villagers in West Berkshire are angry after Pippa Middleton and James Matthews closed a popular footpath. This action has caused significant local upset and claims of a 'snooty approach'.

#PippaMiddleton, #WestBerkshire, #VillageLife, #PublicAccess, #LocalAnger
https://newsletter.tf/pippa-middleton-estate-closes-footpath-west-berkshire/

Missed our past webinars? No worries. We've archived them for viewing at your convenience. Learn about #OpenAccess, #OpenEd, #PIDs, #PublicAccess policies, answers to faculty #AI concerns & more on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwlIcTRLVrPGXujjjc8F27Q

Missed our past webinars? No worries. We've archived them for viewing at your convenience. Learn about #OpenAccess, #OpenEd, #PIDs, #PublicAccess policies, answers to faculty #AI concerns & more on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwlIcTRLVrPGXujjjc8F27Q

Dewey Beach council approves beach dining plan in 5-0 vote | News https://www.diningandcooking.com/2564231/dewey-beach-council-approves-beach-dining-plan-in-5-0-vote-news/ #10Tables #11PMCleanup #44Seats #50Vote #AlcoholRestrictions #BaysideBoardwalk #BeachAccess #BeachDining #CommunityConcerns #DesignatedSeating #DeweyBeach #DickinsonAvenue #dining #DiningOnTheSand #LighthouseRestaurant #May1 #October31 #OutdoorSeating #PublicAccess #PublicBeach #SixMonthLease #SummerSeason #TownCouncil #UnanimousApproval

Dewey Beach council approves beach dining plan in 5-0 vote | News https://www.diningandcooking.com/2564231/dewey-beach-council-approves-beach-dining-plan-in-5-0-vote-news/ #10Tables #11PMCleanup #44Seats #50Vote #AlcoholRestrictions #BaysideBoardwalk #BeachAccess #BeachDining #CommunityConcerns #DesignatedSeating #DeweyBeach #DickinsonAvenue #dining #DiningOnTheSand #LighthouseRestaurant #May1 #October31 #OutdoorSeating #PublicAccess #PublicBeach #SixMonthLease #SummerSeason #TownCouncil #UnanimousApproval

I've been playing #PublicAccess a bit with some friends, because our GM was an early supporter of some sort. It is a heck of a lot of fun, and just went into kickstarter.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gauntlet/public-access-analog-horror-mystery-ttrpg

I suggest checking it out, really fun setting.

I've been playing #PublicAccess a bit with some friends, because our GM was an early supporter of some sort. It is a heck of a lot of fun, and just went into kickstarter.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gauntlet/public-access-analog-horror-mystery-ttrpg

I suggest checking it out, really fun setting.

🚨 Breaking news, folks: it turns out API keys are not like your diary's lock after all! Who would have thought? 😱 Apparently, sharing keys meant for public use with a private access service can lead to some unwanted surprises! Google must be thrilled! 🔓🤦‍♂️
https://simonwillison.net/2026/Feb/26/google-api-keys/ #APIkeys #PublicAccess #DataSecurity #GoogleNews #TechSurprise #HackerNews #ngated

🚨 Breaking news, folks: it turns out API keys are not like your diary's lock after all! Who would have thought? 😱 Apparently, sharing keys meant for public use with a private access service can lead to some unwanted surprises! Google must be thrilled! 🔓🤦‍♂️
https://simonwillison.net/2026/Feb/26/google-api-keys/ #APIkeys #PublicAccess #DataSecurity #GoogleNews #TechSurprise #HackerNews #ngated

There is an answer to mass media and big tech exclusion, but only if we don't let #publicaccess go away. https://mediaburn.org/celebrating-the-black-history-of-public-access-tv/

There is an answer to mass media and big tech exclusion, but only if we don't let #publicaccess go away. https://mediaburn.org/celebrating-the-black-history-of-public-access-tv/

News sites are locking out the Internet Archive to stop AI crawling. Is the ‘open web’ closing?
#Tech #AI #OpenWeb #InternetArchive #DigitalRights #MediaPower #Paywalls #Journalism #TechEthics #Business #PublicAccess #DigitalHistory #AITraining #Copyright
https://the-14.com/news-sites-are-locking-out-the-internet-archive-to-stop-ai-crawling-is-the-open-web-closing/

News sites are locking out the Internet Archive to stop AI crawling. Is the ‘open web’ closing?
#Tech #AI #OpenWeb #InternetArchive #DigitalRights #MediaPower #Paywalls #Journalism #TechEthics #Business #PublicAccess #DigitalHistory #AITraining #Copyright
https://the-14.com/news-sites-are-locking-out-the-internet-archive-to-stop-ai-crawling-is-the-open-web-closing/

We have 3 must-read papers & valuable resources created w/ the @AuthorsAlliance on:
1) #OpenAccess & U.S. Federal Information Policy;
2) The Legal Basis for Federal #PublicAccess Mandates;
3) Federal Grants & Institutional IP policies.
Download now: https://www.authorsalliance.org/legal-pathways-to-open-access/

We have 3 must-read papers & valuable resources created w/ the @AuthorsAlliance on:
1) #OpenAccess & U.S. Federal Information Policy;
2) The Legal Basis for Federal #PublicAccess Mandates;
3) Federal Grants & Institutional IP policies.
Download now: https://www.authorsalliance.org/legal-pathways-to-open-access/

‘Public Access’ Review: A Messy, Occasionally Rich Documentary Trip Through the Chaotic World of New York Public Access Television
#MovieReviews #Movies #DebbieHarry #Festivals #JakeFogelnest #PublicAccess #Sundance2026 #SundanceFilmFestival #Sundancefilmfestival2026 #SundanceFilmFestivalReviews

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/public-access-review-documentary-1236483358/

‘Public Access’ Review: A Serviceable Primer of Free-Speech Television Fails to Capture Its Bizarre Spirit

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.indiewire.com/criticism/movies/public-access-documentary-review-1235174679/