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    Feb 25

    NEW: The just released 2.8 million images + nearly two centuries of data into the public domain under . Here's what means for Wikimedia projects and women's stories, via , ⬇️

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  2. Mar 2

    You can do so much more with than browse — learn how to edit and simplify any article, and even turn Wikipedia into a book 👉

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  3. Mar 1

    How has remained "a bastion of the Good Internet" since it began 19 years ago? Volunteer editors' dedication to professionalism, the site's nonprofit status, and an emphasis on consensus play a big role.

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  4. Feb 29

    ICYMI: Millions of images are now in the public domain via ! The new initiative opens countless opportunities to make collections — particularly those about women — available on . Learn more:

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    Feb 29

    Happy ! Did you know that leap-year babies present fascinating legal questions? 👶 For example, when do those kids legally turn 18? 👉

    A baby as seen on a 1903 postcard.
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  6. Feb 29

    History is “a collection of our smaller personal stories and everyday experiences that have real significance, whether we realize it or not.” How personal experience and community history fits into the sum of all knowledge, via .

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  7. Feb 28

    Have you ever found yourself reading a article and wondering "who wrote that"? We have a tool to help! This new browser extension allows you to highlight over any Wikipedia content to immediately see all other content from the same author. More:

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    Feb 10

    Did you ever wonder whether we have the extended Kardashian clan modeled in ? Why yes, do we ever. And you can interact with it via this knowledge graph.

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  9. Feb 27

    "Any scenario where is inaccessible poses a great loss to the free knowledge movement." —Wikimedia's + share how 's proposed intermediary liability rules could severely disrupt Wikipedia's operations in the country.

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    Feb 27

    Touching piece from on the significance of our histories and how what gets shared and what doesn't changes everything:

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    Feb 23

    Thanks to the volunteers who helped make it so and those who join every day to read it, edit it, and make it better. We are all so lucky for your efforts! via

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    Feb 25

    💻🦜Meet Prof Cavell Brownie, superhero of statistics + wonder woman of wildlife sampling . Brownie was born + raised in 🇯🇲 + earned her PhD . She advocated for minoritised groups throughout her career. New page:

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  13. Feb 26

    As an organization whose mission requires that people around the world have reliable, non-discriminatory access to the internet, we urge the to amend its proposals. Learn more about the campaign ⬇ (2/2)

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  14. Feb 26

    Together with , we support the campaign, working to defend net neutrality in . Among other concerns, the has proposed rules that may give preferential treatment to paying providers. (THREAD 1/2)

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    Feb 26

    "...within every collection are stories that can change the way we understand our past and shape our future. By setting them free through , we promote a world where everyone has access to knowledge, and anyone can unearth a hidden truth." Beautifully said. ❤️

    NEW: The just released 2.8 million images + nearly two centuries of data into the public domain under . Here's what means for Wikimedia projects and women's stories, via , ⬇️
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  16. Feb 25

    "Our mission is a world where everyone can share in the sum of all knowledge. It says nothing about us, but everything about humanity." —Wikimedia's shares how advances free knowledge and supports gender equity. Learn more:

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    Feb 25

    Today, 2.8 million of the Smithsonian's digital collections were released for broader public use. We welcome you to download, transform, and share the wonders of the Smithsonian. Tune in to discover how will inspire new creativity.

    Tune in to our event celebrating the millions of digital resources—collection images, 3D models, data and research—that you can now make your own. See them at
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  18. Feb 25

    Happening now ➜ Watch live from the in Washington, DC, to learn more about , which just released millions of digital resources into the public domain. Speakers include , , , and many more!

    Tune in to our event celebrating the millions of digital resources—collection images, 3D models, data and research—that you can now make your own. See them at
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    Feb 25

    What does mean in the context of cultural heritage? What new stories can it bring to light? Smithsonian Wikimedian in Residence and I penned this post to celebrate the launch of

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  20. Feb 25

    is a milestone moment for the free knowledge movement. Wikimedians around the world can now discover, reuse, and remix millions of artifacts — and share them via , , and other Wikimedia projects.

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