Editorial: Cities need a say in robotaxi expansions
Technology companies need to test self-driving capabilities on public roads. But a rollout that considers all stakeholders is critical for long-term success. That means cities need a say......»»
Amazon Buy Box rigging suit dismissed after users failed to show receipts
Users want Amazon held accountable for hiding cheaper items with faster delivery. Enlarge (credit: Daria Nipot | iStock Editorial / Getty Images Plus) A court has dismissed a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging that A.....»»
GM supplier to invest $390M in new Michigan plant, factory expansions
Gestamp is building a $64.5 million, 450,000-square-foot plant in suburban Detroit to support GM. The plant is expected to create 390 jobs......»»
Coral reefs: Battlegrounds for survival in a changing climate
Coral reefs, those vibrant underwater cities, stand on the precipice of collapse. While rising ocean temperatures and coral bleaching grab headlines, a new essay in Current Biology reveals a hidden layer of complexity in this fight for survival: the.....»»
How to ensure higher-density housing developments still have enough space for residents" recreation needs
Growing populations and housing shortages are affecting cities worldwide, including in Australia. It's driving them to adopt high-density development near public transport hubs instead of endless suburban sprawl on city fringes......»»
Painting roofs white helps lower city heat, studies say
White or reflective paint is more effective at cooling cities than covering roofs in solar panels or greenery, scientists say, and could offer some relief on extremely hot summer days......»»
New research finds Dublin is second most expensive European city in which to build apartments
Dublin is the second most expensive place to build apartments, after Zurich, according to a new construction cost report covering 10 cities across Europe published today by Trinity College Dublin and the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland......»»
Compact cities found to have lower carbon emissions but poorer air quality, less green space and higher mortality rates
What types of cities exist in Europe and which are more favorable in terms of human health, environmental quality and carbon footprint? To answer these questions, a study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) has analyzed 919 Eu.....»»
Apple may want to monetize advanced Apple Intelligence features in the future
Apple is considering a paid future for aspects of its Apple Intelligence service that would expand to a subscription model for additional features and more AI partners.Future expansions to Apple Intelligence may involve more AI partners, paid subscri.....»»
GameStop investor retracts suit accusing Roaring Kitty of pump-and-dump scheme
Roaring Kitty was briefly accused of deceiving his meme stock army. Enlarge (credit: jetcityimage | iStock Editorial / Getty Images Plus) Keith Gill—the meme stock influencer known as "Roaring Kitty" and "DeepF—Value.....»»
How to cut stray cat numbers in a way that works better for everyone
Stray cats are a big problem across most Australian cities and towns. They cause many complaints related to nuisance behaviors and concerns about urban wildlife, as well as straining government resources. Ratepayers ultimately pay for the substantial.....»»
As No Mow May ends, here"s why we should keep patches of lawn permanently wild
Over the last century, nearly all of the UK's wildflower meadows have been destroyed by expanding farms, towns and cities. This loss of habitat has driven nature's decline, according to research led by birds and nature conservation charity the RSPB......»»
Health risks from global warming can help drive city climate action, study finds
Cities around the world were more likely to maintain climate action and enact "green recovery" long-term plans after the pandemic if local decision-makers were more alert to the health risks of climate change, a new global study has shown......»»
Only the Hardiest Trees Can Survive Today’s Urban Inferno
In a rapidly warming world, cities need more tree cover to stay cool—but only certain species can handle soaring temperatures, and often they aren’t native species......»»
Don’t Buy a House in These 5 US Cities That Have Shrinking Populations and Fewer Buyers
Don’t Buy a House in These 5 US Cities That Have Shrinking Populations and Fewer Buyers.....»»
Editorial: Don Harmon rescues Brandon Johnson on the future of Chicago Public Schools. But at what price?
Editorial: Don Harmon rescues Brandon Johnson on the future of Chicago Public Schools. But at what price?.....»»
Quantum Internet Demonstrations Debut in Three Cities
It’s a “big deal” to demonstrate entangled quantum networks outside a lab.....»»
Cities Are Switching to Electric Vehicles Faster Than Individuals
Electric trucks and sedans have proven popular with municipal fleets, but cities have also bought niche vehicles such as an electric Zamboni.....»»
Another US state repeals law that protected ISPs from municipal competition
With Minnesota repeal, number of states restricting public broadband falls to 16. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Yuichiro Chino) Minnesota this week eliminated two laws that made it harder for cities and towns to build.....»»
ShotSpotter improves detection and response to gunfire, but doesn"t reduce crime, research finds
ShotSpotter gunfire detection technology has delivered as promised in terms of enabling police to quickly detect and respond to gunshots in two American cities, research from Northeastern University finds......»»
Climate change will reduce streamflow in the upper Colorado river basin as groundwater levels fall, study finds
The Colorado River makes life possible in many Western cities and supports agriculture that sustains people throughout the country. Most of the river's water begins as snowmelt from the mountainous watersheds of Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming, and a war.....»»