The MongoDB community has been actively sharing news, stories, and insights on various topics such as data modeling, security, and scaling, with experts like Trisha Gee introducing the basics of MongoDB for big data, while others like Asya Kamsky challenge the common misconception that noSQL means noDBA. The blog also covered product updates like the MongoDB Test Drive now available on AWS, as well as company news such as meeting new team members and being named InfoWorld 2014 Technology of the Year. Additionally, there are tips and best practices shared by experts like ScaleGrid to improve MongoDB security, and insights into data modeling with Vlad Mihalcea. The community is also actively engaging in discussions on migration, backup, and scaling, showcasing the ongoing growth and development of the MongoDB ecosystem.