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urban development

How Smart Cities Boost Our Exercise Habits

November 17, 2024

Ever wondered how smart cities can get us moving more? A recent study dug into this, using data from China's Family Panel Studies from 2010 to 2020. They found that smart city construction really does make a difference in how much we exercise. The study used a special method called Difference-in-Dif

technology

Reviving a Historic Minnesota Hotel into Modern Homes

November 1, 2024

Imagine this: a century-old hotel in Minnesota, left empty for years, is getting a new lease on life. The Solem Hotel, built way back in 1919, is being transformed into something amazing - 18 modern apartments! This isn’t just any renovation; it’s happening with the help of some super cool 3D scanni

entertainment

Celebrity Powerhouses Unite to Save Elizabeth Street Garden: A Tale of Affordable Housing and Greenspace

August 28, 2024

In a remarkable display of solidarity, renowned celebrities Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, and Patti Smith have joined forces with New Yorkers to prevent the transformation of the Elizabeth Street Garden, a charming oasis tucked away near Little Italy, into affordable housing. The trio penned lett