With friends like the MTA, New Yorkers don't need enemies
The recent MTA subway failures highlight the impact of neglect and disinvestment in public transportation infrastructure in NYC.
MTA's emergency exits are a gauntlet of dangers like exposed wiring, broken handrails and missing lights: audit
MTA's emergency exits are fraught with hazards, necessitating urgent repairs according to a recent audit.
Video shows substation blast that knocked out subway power, leaving thousands stuck
An electrical substation explosion in Brooklyn disrupted subway service, affecting thousands of riders and highlighting the aging infrastructure of the transit system.
With friends like the MTA, New Yorkers don't need enemies
The recent MTA subway failures highlight the impact of neglect and disinvestment in public transportation infrastructure in NYC.
MTA's emergency exits are a gauntlet of dangers like exposed wiring, broken handrails and missing lights: audit
MTA's emergency exits are fraught with hazards, necessitating urgent repairs according to a recent audit.
Video shows substation blast that knocked out subway power, leaving thousands stuck
An electrical substation explosion in Brooklyn disrupted subway service, affecting thousands of riders and highlighting the aging infrastructure of the transit system.
High-speed rail financial crisis could get worse under Trump
California's high-speed rail project faces significant threats from potential federal funding cuts and lacks a solid financial strategy for completion.
How Your State's Bridges Stack Up Against the Rest of the Country
Many U.S. bridges require urgent repair, with substantial funding needed for maintenance and safety.
Mont-Blanc Tunnel re-opens after 15 weeks: But will it close again?
The Mont-Blanc Tunnel has reopened after renovations, improving connectivity between France and Italy.
Extensive work focused on safety and structural integrity in one of Europe's key transport routes.
HS2 boss blames failure to control costs on rush to start work
HS2 is facing massive budget overruns due to poor planning and the need for a comprehensive reset to manage costs effectively.
Cost of HS2 could pass 80bn as estimated bill jumps 15% in a year
HS2 railway costs have surged, now estimated to exceed £80bn due to recent increases in budget projections.
With $850 Million Secured, ODOT Plans to Break Ground on Rose Quarter Project
ODOT will start I-5 Rose Quarter improvements in 2025, but faces funding challenges and incomplete plans.
High-speed rail financial crisis could get worse under Trump
California's high-speed rail project faces significant threats from potential federal funding cuts and lacks a solid financial strategy for completion.
How Your State's Bridges Stack Up Against the Rest of the Country
Many U.S. bridges require urgent repair, with substantial funding needed for maintenance and safety.
Mont-Blanc Tunnel re-opens after 15 weeks: But will it close again?
The Mont-Blanc Tunnel has reopened after renovations, improving connectivity between France and Italy.
Extensive work focused on safety and structural integrity in one of Europe's key transport routes.
HS2 boss blames failure to control costs on rush to start work
HS2 is facing massive budget overruns due to poor planning and the need for a comprehensive reset to manage costs effectively.
Cost of HS2 could pass 80bn as estimated bill jumps 15% in a year
HS2 railway costs have surged, now estimated to exceed £80bn due to recent increases in budget projections.
With $850 Million Secured, ODOT Plans to Break Ground on Rose Quarter Project
ODOT will start I-5 Rose Quarter improvements in 2025, but faces funding challenges and incomplete plans.
Biden is racing to boost EV charging networks before Trump takes office
Biden administration races to finalize $7.5 billion EV charging network funding before Trump takes office, raising concerns over future investments.
What is battery swapping and could it help make EVs more popular?
Battery swapping technology, although not new, faces various challenges and shows potential primarily in the Chinese market due to its advanced EV adoption.
GM and ChargePoint plan to install hundreds of fast EV chargers by the end of 2025
GM is expanding its EV charging network with ChargePoint, planning to install 500 fast-charging ports across the U.S. by 2025.
Hyundai Charging Up India's EV Revolution
Hyundai plans to install 600 fast EV charging stations in India over the next 7 years to address infrastructure gaps and support the EV market growth.
Biden is racing to boost EV charging networks before Trump takes office
Biden administration races to finalize $7.5 billion EV charging network funding before Trump takes office, raising concerns over future investments.
What is battery swapping and could it help make EVs more popular?
Battery swapping technology, although not new, faces various challenges and shows potential primarily in the Chinese market due to its advanced EV adoption.
GM and ChargePoint plan to install hundreds of fast EV chargers by the end of 2025
GM is expanding its EV charging network with ChargePoint, planning to install 500 fast-charging ports across the U.S. by 2025.
Hyundai Charging Up India's EV Revolution
Hyundai plans to install 600 fast EV charging stations in India over the next 7 years to address infrastructure gaps and support the EV market growth.
Delayed by More Than a Year, Will a Brooklyn Infrastructure Upgrade Ever Get Done?
Infrastructure projects in New York City are significantly delayed, impacting essential services like water and sewer upgrades amidst rapid housing development.
Europe's biggest EV charging centre plan revealed
Trafford Centre plans to build Europe's largest ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging hub, enhancing sustainability and supporting electric vehicle usage.
Delayed by More Than a Year, Will a Brooklyn Infrastructure Upgrade Ever Get Done?
Infrastructure projects in New York City are significantly delayed, impacting essential services like water and sewer upgrades amidst rapid housing development.
Europe's biggest EV charging centre plan revealed
Trafford Centre plans to build Europe's largest ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging hub, enhancing sustainability and supporting electric vehicle usage.
The West London Orbital project has received confirmation of feasible solutions, progressing towards design work and potential completion in the early 2030s.
Why has our station waited 18 years for lifts?
Luton railway station has faced almost two decades of delays regarding lift installations, significantly impacting passengers with disabilities.
Mont Blanc tunnel set to reopen after three months
Mont Blanc tunnel reopening hinges on successful security tests after extensive renovations that could lead to more major closure plans in the future.
Hounslow to Hendon Overground plans move forward
The West London Orbital project has received confirmation of feasible solutions, progressing towards design work and potential completion in the early 2030s.
Why has our station waited 18 years for lifts?
Luton railway station has faced almost two decades of delays regarding lift installations, significantly impacting passengers with disabilities.
Mont Blanc tunnel set to reopen after three months
Mont Blanc tunnel reopening hinges on successful security tests after extensive renovations that could lead to more major closure plans in the future.
Bronx Water Main Break Floods Streets and Submerges Cars
New York City is addressing a significant water main break in the Bronx causing substantial flooding and road closures, with no reported injuries.
Massive water main break floods streets, submerges cars in the Bronx
A major water main break caused severe flooding in the Bronx, leaving cars submerged and emergency crews struggling to manage the situation.
Bronx Water Main Break Floods Streets and Submerges Cars
A major water main break in the Bronx caused significant property damage but thankfully resulted in no injuries.
Bedford Park residents face aftermath of massive water main break, flooding homes and cars - Bronx Times
Residents in Bedford Park faced extensive damage due to a water main rupture that flooded homes and vehicles, sparking calls for better infrastructure maintenance.
Bronx Water Main Break Floods Streets and Submerges Cars
New York City is addressing a significant water main break in the Bronx causing substantial flooding and road closures, with no reported injuries.
Massive water main break floods streets, submerges cars in the Bronx
A major water main break caused severe flooding in the Bronx, leaving cars submerged and emergency crews struggling to manage the situation.
Bronx Water Main Break Floods Streets and Submerges Cars
A major water main break in the Bronx caused significant property damage but thankfully resulted in no injuries.
Bedford Park residents face aftermath of massive water main break, flooding homes and cars - Bronx Times
Residents in Bedford Park faced extensive damage due to a water main rupture that flooded homes and vehicles, sparking calls for better infrastructure maintenance.
Op-Ed | Improving the quality of life for all New Yorkers | amNewYork
Mayor Adams emphasizes a dual focus on large projects and essential municipal services, improving city maintenance and infrastructure for New Yorkers.
Brooklyn Bridge Sees 15% Spike in Daily Bike Riders Amid Citywide Cycling Surge
Cycling ridership in New York City continues to soar, reaching historic levels due to improved infrastructure and increased popularity among residents.
Port Authority Bus Terminal, The Busiest Bus Station In The World, Is Officially Getting A $10B Upgrade
The Port Authority Bus Terminal will undergo a $10 billion upgrade to modernize facilities and alleviate congestion, starting construction in 2025.
City Council passes package of flood protection bills authored by Council Member Gennaro - QNS
New York City Council passed bills to combat flooding and improve sewer systems, showcasing a proactive approach to climate change.
The legislation includes updated sewer backup prevention measures and a new flood risk mapping initiative.
Op-Ed | Improving the quality of life for all New Yorkers | amNewYork
Mayor Adams emphasizes a dual focus on large projects and essential municipal services, improving city maintenance and infrastructure for New Yorkers.
Brooklyn Bridge Sees 15% Spike in Daily Bike Riders Amid Citywide Cycling Surge
Cycling ridership in New York City continues to soar, reaching historic levels due to improved infrastructure and increased popularity among residents.
Port Authority Bus Terminal, The Busiest Bus Station In The World, Is Officially Getting A $10B Upgrade
The Port Authority Bus Terminal will undergo a $10 billion upgrade to modernize facilities and alleviate congestion, starting construction in 2025.
City Council passes package of flood protection bills authored by Council Member Gennaro - QNS
New York City Council passed bills to combat flooding and improve sewer systems, showcasing a proactive approach to climate change.
The legislation includes updated sewer backup prevention measures and a new flood risk mapping initiative.
Trump Held His First News Conference as President-Elect
Trump's first post-election press conference covered a wide range of topics and highlighted his ongoing contentious relationship with the media and political establishment.
Unidentified Drones Light Up New Jersey's Skies, Baffling Residents
Residents are increasingly concerned about frequent drone sightings in New Jersey, particularly their proximity to infrastructure and their menacing behavior.
NYC officials want answers from NYPD, FBI about disconcerting drone sightings
Staten Island lawmakers are frustrated with the federal response to unidentified drone sightings over critical infrastructure and demand action from authorities.
Unidentified Drones Light Up New Jersey's Skies, Baffling Residents
Residents are increasingly concerned about frequent drone sightings in New Jersey, particularly their proximity to infrastructure and their menacing behavior.
NYC officials want answers from NYPD, FBI about disconcerting drone sightings
Staten Island lawmakers are frustrated with the federal response to unidentified drone sightings over critical infrastructure and demand action from authorities.
AI is having its "We need more power, Scotty" moment
AI is entering a phase requiring significantly more computing power and infrastructure, as companies like OpenAI and Microsoft expand their data center capabilities.
Here are the deals the 'AI arms race' could drive in 2025, according to 4 bankers from Goldman Sachs, BofA, and Axom Partners
AI is expected to drive a significant rise in M&A activity, particularly for companies focused on data management and infrastructure.
Autodesk CEO: AI can help the U.S. fix its crumbling infrastructure before it's too late
The U.S. infrastructure is deteriorating and requires immediate attention, with AI potentially playing a key role in improving sustainability and efficiency.
Google's Gradient backs Cake, a managed open-source AI infrastructure platform | TechCrunch
Cake simplifies AI infrastructure integration for businesses, reducing engineering overhead.
AI is having its "We need more power, Scotty" moment
AI is entering a phase requiring significantly more computing power and infrastructure, as companies like OpenAI and Microsoft expand their data center capabilities.
Here are the deals the 'AI arms race' could drive in 2025, according to 4 bankers from Goldman Sachs, BofA, and Axom Partners
AI is expected to drive a significant rise in M&A activity, particularly for companies focused on data management and infrastructure.
Autodesk CEO: AI can help the U.S. fix its crumbling infrastructure before it's too late
The U.S. infrastructure is deteriorating and requires immediate attention, with AI potentially playing a key role in improving sustainability and efficiency.
Google's Gradient backs Cake, a managed open-source AI infrastructure platform | TechCrunch
Cake simplifies AI infrastructure integration for businesses, reducing engineering overhead.
Amazon Introduces Elastic VMware Service for VMware Workload Migration to AWS in Preview
AWS launched Amazon Elastic VMware Service, enabling customers to run VMware workloads in AWS with simplified deployment and migration.
I was born in the 'Silicon Valley' of India and watched it change from a quiet, green city to an international tech hub
Urbanization has drastically transformed Bengaluru from a peaceful 'Garden City' to a bustling tech hub, causing challenges for locals.
Storm Darragh showed me how unprepared my family and Britain are for disaster | Gaby Hinsliff
The article highlights the vulnerability of modern infrastructure to power outages and climate change's impact on essential services.
AT&T says it won't build fiber home Internet in half of its wireline footprint
AT&T has accelerated its copper network discontinuation plans to improve reliability and reduce maintenance costs, aiming for full retirement by 2029.
Here's How a Major East Bay Sewage Leak Could Harm Fish and Wildlife | KQED
A sewage leak in Contra Costa County spilled 20 million gallons of wastewater into a wetland, potentially harming local fish and wildlife.
London's weekly railway news
London's rail news highlights innovations like Google Street View for tube stations and improved mobile coverage on the Elizabeth line, but also concerns about capacity issues.
wood and cork towers create water reservoir and wildlife shelter in luxembourg forest
The Arquitecturas Extremas water reservoir integrates infrastructure with biodiversity, serving both as a water source and wildlife refuge in a protected forest.
Up to 120 electric buses to be deployed in North Macedonia, according to government's plans - Sustainable Bus
North Macedonia plans to introduce 100-120 electric buses in one year, primarily in Skopje.
Starmer accuses Whitehall of being comfortable with failure in landmark speech
Keir Starmer urges a cultural shift in Whitehall to overcome complacency and focus on ambitious policy delivery.
Thames Water receives buyout offer from investment group Covalis Capital
Covalis Capital plans to restructure Thames Water, potentially breaking it into smaller, more efficient businesses to enhance service delivery.
Op-Ed | Mayor's so-called City of Yes investments' are fool's gold | amNewYork
The proposed $5 billion investment for the City of Yes rezoning plan falls short compared to the infrastructure demands of New York City.
Patriots announce plans for new training facility to be built next to Gillette Stadium
The Patriots are constructing a new training facility to address poor player survey scores on existing facilities, expected to be completed by 2026.
Biden in Africa pledges millions more for a rail project the US hopes will boost its influence there
Biden pledges $600 million for Lobito Corridor, aiming to boost Africa's infrastructure, economy, and U.S. presence in the mineral-rich region.