US New Home Construction Hits Lowest Rate Since April 2020 Amidst Rising Costs
Home builder confidence declines as elevated material and financing costs impact new housing starts, reaching a low not seen since the early…
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Autonomous Vehicles: A Missed Opportunity for Urban Mobility Equity?
While autonomous vehicle technology advances, its current application in robotaxis prioritises convenience for a few over the urgent need for accessible public…
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Sound Transit Reaffirms Commitment to Ballard Link Rail Project Amidst Funding Scrutiny
Despite reports suggesting otherwise, Sound Transit CEO Dow Constantine has confirmed that the Ballard Link rail extension remains on schedule, with significant…
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New App Maps Shadiest Walking Routes to Combat Extreme Heat
Researchers have developed a new app that helps users find the coolest walking paths, taking into account factors beyond air temperature to…
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Midtown Community Boards Demand Enhanced Park Avenue Redesign for Pedestrians and Cyclists
Two Manhattan community boards have voted to urge the Department of Transportation to go beyond its current Park Avenue redesign proposals, advocating…
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HUD Suspends LA Homeless Services Funding Amid Investigation
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has paused federal funding for the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, with the potential…
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EU Home Prices Surge 53% Since 2015, Raising Housing Affordability Concerns
A new report highlights a significant increase in EU home prices, raising alarms about the right to adequate housing and increasing the…
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Wellesley Town Sues Massachusetts Over State Housing Plans on College Parking Lot
The town of Wellesley, Massachusetts, has filed a lawsuit against the state, challenging plans to build 180 housing units on a state-owned…
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Seattle Halts New Data Center Development for One Year Amidst Power Concerns
The Seattle City Council has approved a one-year moratorium on new data center construction, responding to concerns raised by the city's power…
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HUD Suspends Federal Funds for LA Homelessness Agency Amid Fraud Allegations
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has moved to suspend federal funding for the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority…
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Short-Term Rental Rules Under Scrutiny Amidst World Cup Preparations
As major sporting events like the World Cup approach, short-term rental platforms are investing heavily in lobbying efforts to relax regulations, sparking…
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San Francisco Condo Owners Clash with Robotaxis Over Garage Access
Residents of a luxury San Francisco condominium are experiencing delays and frustration as autonomous vehicles from Waymo struggle to navigate their shared…
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