Magnitude 2.8 earthquake jolts Southern California
The Los Angeles area experienced a magnitude 2.8 earthquake, indicating ongoing seismic activity and concerns about building safety in the affected neighborhoods.
Popular Indian restaurant in Plumstead closes over dispute with landlord'
Five Rivers Bar Grill & Restaurant in Plumstead has closed due to landlord disputes over building safety and integrity, with support from local council.
Final Grenfell inquiry report released as companies involved brace for criticism
The Grenfell Tower report is expected to reveal widespread failures by involved parties and propose crucial reforms to improve future building safety.
Action needed to replace cladding after Dagenham fire, Grenfell report author warns
Urgent action is needed to replace dangerous cladding to ensure residents' safety and accountability in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster.
Tower Hamlets: London council orders removal of dangerous Grenfell-style cladding in 'UK first'
Tower Hamlets Council has secured a legal order to remove dangerous cladding from a high-rise, marking a significant step in building safety enforcement.
Construction industry's rotten culture' faces reckoning after Grenfell report
The Grenfell Tower inquiry highlights systemic failures and a culture of profit over safety in the construction industry.
Firms criticised by Grenfell inquiry face calls to be banned from public contracts
Companies involved in Grenfell Tower's refurbishment may face bans from public contracts due to their roles in the disaster.
What is the cladding scandal and how does the Government intend to fix it?
The Grenfell Tower inquiry report underscores systemic failures in safety protocols and responsibilities of government and construction firms regarding flammable cladding.
Slow progress and lack of accountability post-inquiry have left many residents of tall buildings feeling unsafe and financially burdened.
Final Grenfell inquiry report released as companies involved brace for criticism
The Grenfell Tower report is expected to reveal widespread failures by involved parties and propose crucial reforms to improve future building safety.
Action needed to replace cladding after Dagenham fire, Grenfell report author warns
Urgent action is needed to replace dangerous cladding to ensure residents' safety and accountability in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster.
Tower Hamlets: London council orders removal of dangerous Grenfell-style cladding in 'UK first'
Tower Hamlets Council has secured a legal order to remove dangerous cladding from a high-rise, marking a significant step in building safety enforcement.
Construction industry's rotten culture' faces reckoning after Grenfell report
The Grenfell Tower inquiry highlights systemic failures and a culture of profit over safety in the construction industry.
Firms criticised by Grenfell inquiry face calls to be banned from public contracts
Companies involved in Grenfell Tower's refurbishment may face bans from public contracts due to their roles in the disaster.
What is the cladding scandal and how does the Government intend to fix it?
The Grenfell Tower inquiry report underscores systemic failures in safety protocols and responsibilities of government and construction firms regarding flammable cladding.
Slow progress and lack of accountability post-inquiry have left many residents of tall buildings feeling unsafe and financially burdened.
City issues vacate order for Crown Heights building with 'large hole' in facade * Brooklyn Paper
A Crown Heights building was evacuated due to critical structural issues caused by illegal construction.
In New York City, earthquakes are generally tiny, and unnoticed.
New York City has experienced earthquakes of various magnitudes, some with historical significance like the 1884 Coney Island earthquake.
The recent 4.8 magnitude earthquake in New Jersey served as a reminder of the fault lines in the area, leading to questions about the safety of tall buildings.
Here's what NYC building owners can do to prevent fatal bird collisions after the death of Flaco
Bird collisions with buildings are a leading cause of bird death in New York City, with a quarter of a million birds killed annually.
New Yorkers are urged to take easy steps to make city real estate more bird-friendly to prevent such collisions.
New York City's skyscrapers are built to withstand most earthquakes
Skyscrapers are built with flexibility to withstand moderate shaking, like the recent 4.8 magnitude quake in New Jersey near New York City.
Despite the earthquake and aftershocks, New York City did not report any major damage to its buildings, roads, or mass transit system.
City issues vacate order for Crown Heights building with 'large hole' in facade * Brooklyn Paper
A Crown Heights building was evacuated due to critical structural issues caused by illegal construction.
In New York City, earthquakes are generally tiny, and unnoticed.
New York City has experienced earthquakes of various magnitudes, some with historical significance like the 1884 Coney Island earthquake.
The recent 4.8 magnitude earthquake in New Jersey served as a reminder of the fault lines in the area, leading to questions about the safety of tall buildings.
Here's what NYC building owners can do to prevent fatal bird collisions after the death of Flaco
Bird collisions with buildings are a leading cause of bird death in New York City, with a quarter of a million birds killed annually.
New Yorkers are urged to take easy steps to make city real estate more bird-friendly to prevent such collisions.
New York City's skyscrapers are built to withstand most earthquakes
Skyscrapers are built with flexibility to withstand moderate shaking, like the recent 4.8 magnitude quake in New Jersey near New York City.
Despite the earthquake and aftershocks, New York City did not report any major damage to its buildings, roads, or mass transit system.
Government funding for dangerous cladding removal in London tallies over 1 billion, but accountability from building owners remains crucial for safety improvements.
Will Austin really be the next single-staircase city? - Austin Monitor
City staff opposes proposal for single stairways in multifamily buildings to comply with International Building Code standards.
'I've seen solar panels go up in flames before'
The failure to declare solar panels in a fire risk assessment increased the risk and danger for firefighters during a London block of flats blaze.
Billions spent on cladding removal after Grenfell
Government funding for dangerous cladding removal in London tallies over 1 billion, but accountability from building owners remains crucial for safety improvements.
Will Austin really be the next single-staircase city? - Austin Monitor
City staff opposes proposal for single stairways in multifamily buildings to comply with International Building Code standards.
'I've seen solar panels go up in flames before'
The failure to declare solar panels in a fire risk assessment increased the risk and danger for firefighters during a London block of flats blaze.
New 'Flood Adaptive Platform' automatically lifts homes to save them from flooding
The Flood Adaptive Platform provides a revolutionary method to protect homes from flooding by automatically elevating them above rising water levels.
Dry rot found at Berkeley middle school forces classes to relocate for start of new school year
Longfellow Middle School students adapt to a new campus due to unforeseen structural issues, leading to unanticipated positive outcomes for teachers and students.
Asbestos Surveys - Benefits You Must Know
Asbestos surveys are crucial in identifying and managing health risks associated with asbestos-containing materials.
Woman in critical condition after East New York fire: FDNY * Brooklyn Paper
A woman is in critical condition after a fire in East New York.
The owner of the building had been ordered to fix a broken self-closing door for fire safety.
Window pane falls from high rise above TD Garden
The incident of an external window pane falling in a high-rise building above TD Garden highlights the importance of structural safety measures.
London buildings still wrapped in Grenfell-style cladding seven years on from the disaster
Leaseholders impacted mentally by inability to sell homes due to cladding issues.