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London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The Guardian view on toilets: public spaces need public conveniences | Editorial

Public toilet availability in England has decreased by 14% over the last decade, impacting social equality and hygiene.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

Mathematicians found out why waiting for the elevator takes forever

Elevators in tall buildings often go in the opposite direction of the desired floor, as observed by physicists George Gamow and Marvin Stern.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

All TTC elevators now operational but require staff assistance after service disruption, transit agency says | CBC News

All TTC elevators are now fully operational after being down Monday morning, but passengers will have to seek out a staff member to use them, as elevator assistance intercoms remain out of service.
Toronto startup
#accessibility
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
New York City

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
UK news

Wheelchair user stuck in lift calls fire brigade

A wheelchair user was trapped in a London Bridge lift, faced long staff response time, called the fire brigade who freed him; accessibility issues persist.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Tunneling, construction is underway for Ontario Line transit project | CBC News

Premier Doug Ford stated, 'If we don't act now, too many people are wasting time in traffic,' highlighting the necessity of the Ontario Line for alleviating congestion in Toronto.
Canada news
#elevator-outage
NYC parents
fromNews 12 - Long Island
1 week ago

Elevator outage leaves East Flatbush tenants climbing steps and crossing rooftops

A broken elevator in a six-story apartment building has severely impacted residents' daily lives, especially for the elderly.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 week ago

East Flatbush elevator outage leaves seniors stranded

Residents of an East Flatbush apartment building face severe challenges due to a prolonged elevator outage, impacting mobility and safety, especially for the elderly.
#urban-design
Design
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
Typography
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

UNS and Settanta7 Selected to Design Turin Metro Line 2 as a 32-Station Network

UNS's design for Turin's Metro Line 2 emphasizes flow, integrating urban identity and mobility through a modular approach across 32 stations.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
Typography
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

UNS and Settanta7 Selected to Design Turin Metro Line 2 as a 32-Station Network

UNS's design for Turin's Metro Line 2 emphasizes flow, integrating urban identity and mobility through a modular approach across 32 stations.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'Broken lift is affecting my mental health'

Disabled residents in a Camden block face mental health issues due to a broken lift, affecting their mobility and access to essential services.
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Person Injured After 100-Year-Old Russian Hill Elevator Falls Three Floors

The elevator fell multiple floors with someone inside and abruptly stopped when the emergency brakes were activated. While the brakes fortunately kept the elevator from crashing into the bottom of the elevator shaft, the sudden stop caused the person to sustain moderate to severe injuries.
San Francisco
Alternative transportation
fromOpen Culture
2 weeks ago

The Self-Balancing Monorail: A 1910 Train That Could Balance Without Falling

Mono­rails have a negative perception, partly due to cultural references, but innovative designs like the gyro mono­rail offer new possibilities.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

One injured after elevator plummets 3 floors in century-old SF building

"The adult patient sustained moderate to severe injuries and was transported to the hospital for treatment," the department said in a news release.
San Francisco
fromFuturism
4 weeks ago

China Built the World's Largest Outdoor Escalator, and It's a Modern Marvel That Looks Like It Never Stops Rising Into the Sky

The Goddess escalator, which takes almost 21 minutes to ascend, is almost certainly the world's largest of its kind, cutting through the center of Wushan and rising straight into the sky.
Skiing
#mta
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

How many of the newest NYC subway trains will have open gangways? MTA says that depends on numerous challenges | amNewYork

Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

How many of the newest NYC subway trains will have open gangways? MTA says that depends on numerous challenges | amNewYork

MTA is evaluating operational and maintenance challenges of open gangway trains for its new subway car order.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 month ago

MTA will bring modern fare gates to more subway entrances, board says

MTA will install modern fare gates at every entrance of 20 stations by year-end to reduce fare evasion and improve accessibility.
London
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

Why people on London Underground escalators stand on the right - and not the left

London Underground escalator etiquette of standing right and walking left originated from the diagonal design of the first escalator installed at Earl's Court in 1911, which forced passengers to exit leftward.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 months ago

Broadway Junction ADA Overhaul Begins With Elevator Lifts

Broadway Junction transit hub in Brooklyn is undergoing a major accessibility overhaul with seven new elevators and improved circulation to serve five subway lines.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

If you instinctively hold elevator doors for people running to catch it, psychology says you display these 7 signs of emotional intelligence - Silicon Canals

Small, instinctive gestures like holding an elevator door indicate heightened affective empathy and social awareness, reflecting strong emotional intelligence in workplace and relationships.
Social justice
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Good urbanism isn't any good if you're not allowed to walk or bike

Cultural fear and aggressive policing curtail children's independent mobility despite urban design intended for all ages.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

My petty gripe: tempted to start a conversation with the stranger in the elevator? Please don't

Observe unspoken elevator etiquette: avoid blocking doorways, refrain from conversation or phone use, and position yourself along walls to maximize comfort for others.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why urban planners should strive for 'the photo album standard'

My family had Slide Show Night when I was growing up. Not every Saturday, but a whole bunch of Saturdays. Either my sister or I would be in charge of setting up the projector, the screen, and loading the carousel. During the show, there'd be a few landscapes or skylines taken during vacations, but almost all the shots were up close. Like most dads, mine wasn't a professional photographer, but he did a good job of capturing memory triggers: faces, gestures, and decorations.
Photography
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

High-rise rules relaxed after internet rollout warning

Government plans to exempt internal wall drilling for broadband installations in high-rise English flats from prior building-safety-regulator approval to speed fibre upgrades.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Flats for the blind could be sold to developer

When I moved in here it truly was my last resort. Since living here I feel like I have the same independent life that my friends have and I just don't want to lose that. The guide dog run is probably the most important thing for me. It's a safe and confined area where I feel comfortable taking my dog out, especially at night.
London politics
New York City
fromUntapped New York
1 year ago

What Do the Tiny Signs on NYC Subway Stairs Mean? - Untapped New York

White staircase labels in NYC subways are codes indicating level (M/S/P), staircase number, and channel (A/B/C) used for wayfinding and maintenance.
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