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construction

South Lebanon's Fight to Rebuild Amidst Ongoing Conflict

December 16, 2025

In 2025, a troubling pattern emerged in South Lebanon. Reports surfaced that the Israeli military was deliberately hindering reconstruction efforts in the region, even after a ceasefire was supposed to be in effect since late 2024. This alleged behavior raised serious concerns about international la

technology

Abu Dhabi's 15-Storey Tower: A Leap in Green Construction

December 16, 2025

Abu Dhabi just built a 15-story tower in just 12 days. It was made by robots and has no concrete. This is a big deal because it shows how technology can change how we build things. The tower was put together like Lego blocks. Each part was made in a factory and then put together on site. This metho

environment

Sumatra's Road to Recovery: What Lies Ahead?

December 15, 2025

Sumatra, Indonesia, is slowly picking up the pieces after devastating floods and landslides. The disaster, triggered by a powerful cyclone, has left over 1, 000 people dead. Many more are still missing. The storms also caused destruction in nearby countries, with around 200 lives lost in southern Th

politics

DC's New Monument: A Priority Amidst Rising Costs?

December 15, 2025

In a surprising move, the president recently highlighted a new project that has caught the attention of many. During a holiday gathering at the White House, Donald Trump singled out Vince Haley, his domestic policy chief, for praise. Trump described Haley as exceptional in policy matters and hinted

technology

How Frank Gehry Changed the Game for Architects

December 10, 2025

Frank Gehry didn't just design famous buildings. He also changed how architects work. His bold designs, like the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, are well-known. But his impact goes beyond these landmarks. Gehry spent years pushing for new technologies an

business

Pennsylvania Contractor Wins Partial Tax Refund Battle

December 9, 2025

A construction contractor in Pennsylvania recently scored a partial victory in a tax dispute. The state's Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) ruled that the contractor deserved a refund for some taxes paid. The contractor had asked for a refund on taxes paid on building machinery and equipment given

politics

A New Architect Joins White House Ballroom Project

December 5, 2025

A fresh face is joining the team working on the White House ballroom. Shalom Baranes Associates, a well-known architecture firm based in Washington, D. C. , has been brought on board. This move comes as the project shifts into a new phase, requiring different expertise. The current architect, James

crime

Cheap Choices, Deadly Consequences: The Hong Kong Fire Tragedy

December 1, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, it has come to light that the recent fire in Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court housing estate was made worse by some contractors' decisions. Officials discovered that after a typhoon, cheaper, unsafe netting was used to replace the original scaffolding material. This netting d

politics

The Education Department's Role in Shaping America

November 30, 2025

After the Civil War, many smart people saw a big problem. They thought that many Southerners who didn't own slaves couldn't read or write. This made them easy to trick. Leaders who supported slavery took advantage of this. They used it to get people to fight for their cause. The end of the Civil Wa

crime

Hong Kong's Deadly Fire: What Went Wrong?

November 28, 2025

A tragic fire in Hong Kong has left 128 people dead, with many more still missing. The blaze started in a high-rise apartment complex that was undergoing renovations. The fire spread quickly, engulfing seven of the eight towers in the complex. Firefighters worked for over 24 hours to bring the blaze