Little London: village with link to 1665 plague fears new exodus from capital
In Little London, residents protest against wealthy newcomers eyeing up homes and overdevelopment, lacking infrastructure for an influx from London. [ more ]
'I've lived in Ladywell for decades and Bakerloo line extension is NOT a good idea'
Keith Ward opposes extending the Bakerloo line into Lewisham, concerned about slower trains and fewer seats. He suggests reopening the line to Beckenham Junction or Bromley South. [ more ]
Mass. Pike overhaul plans in Allston get a boost from federal lawmakers
Massachusetts congressional leaders support a $1.9 billion plan to turn a stretch of highway and rail yard in Allston into a transit and economic hub.
The project includes reconfiguring the neighborhood, straightening the Massachusetts Turnpike, building a new commuter rail station, and opening space for real estate development and outdoor recreation.
Lawmakers are urging U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to consider a federal grant application for the project. [ more ]
Comptroller's report identifies big gaps' in Adams admin's response to tropical storm last September | amNewYork
City Comptroller Brad Lander's office identified gaps in NYC's storm preparedness after Tropical Storm Ophelia, urging improvements and issuing 11 recommendations for better future responses. [ more ]
As Floods Beckoned, Many of New York's Catch-Basin Trucks Were Offline
NYC's public communications and infrastructure were inadequate during extreme weather events based on a report by the New York City comptroller. [ more ]
EU grilled on Gaza at Indo-Pacific talks DW 02/02/2024
The European Union wants to deepen ties with the Indo-Pacific region as a rival to China.
The EU reiterated its commitments to combat climate change, boost trade, develop technology, and invest in infrastructure in the Indo-Pacific. [ more ]
Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg tour Baltimore bridge collapse site, outline federal support for Maryland
Government officials, including President Biden and Secretary Buttigieg, committed federal support after the Francis Scott Key Bridge disaster in Baltimore.
Key actions involve rapid resource allocation, support for maintaining commerce flow, and streamlining regulatory processes to expedite recovery efforts. [ more ]
Biden wants union labor to rebuild the Baltimore bridge. That could touch off a fight
President Biden pledges the federal government's funding for rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore with union labor and American steel.
The House Freedom Caucus raises concerns about the funding promised by Biden, proposing conditions for federal funding that include waiving certain regulations. [ more ]
Travis County celebrates shift to telework - Austin Monitor
Telework Dashboard shows 39% eligible, 60% with reasonable telework. 1.3M cars off the road, 18,000 tons CO2 saved since 2019.
Telework policies reduce commute, save gas. Commissioner emphasizes infrastructure benefits. Energy consumption a concern with reduced onsite staff. [ more ]
Baltimore bridge's collapse is the target of anti-DEI rhetoric
Critics on the right shifted focus to attacks on Mayor Brandon Scott's race rather than discussing the implications of the bridge collapse.
The bridge failure was blamed on diversity, equity, and inclusion policies by some critics, disregarding the actual reasons behind the collapse. [ more ]
Don't drag cyclists into phoney culture wars, say campaigners
London Cycling Campaign emphasizes the mainstream popularity of cycling as a mode of transportation in the city.
The campaign urges mayoral candidates to support cycling infrastructure and highlights the necessity to maintain progress in promoting cycling. [ more ]
Hammersmith Bridge, one of the oldest suspension bridges in the world, has been closed for almost five years due to structural issues.
Efforts to find funding for the bridge's repair have reached an impasse, with the government task force in charge of the repairs not meeting for two years. [ more ]
Why Does Steam Float Over the Streets of Manhattan?
The orange steam funnels in Manhattan are an iconic part of the city's landscape, favored by movie and television directors to depict scenes set in Manhattan.
New York's steam system, which supplies steam for heating, cooling, and other commercial uses around Manhattan, is the oldest and largest in the U.S. [ more ]
Northern rail link replacement plan emerges for axed HS2 route
Mayors of Manchester and Birmingham are discussing a replacement plan for the northern stretch of HS2, which could involve a new high-speed line or upgrades to existing rail connections.
The project would be mostly funded by the private sector, unlike HS2 which faced delays and soaring costs.
Train operating companies would cover initial costs, but taxpayer input would still be required. [ more ]
Integrating eLearning Into Urban Development To Enhance Educational Equity
eLearning can serve as a powerful tool for urban development by improving educational outcomes in underserved urban areas.
Urban development encompasses infrastructure, housing, transportation, public spaces, social services, and economic development in urban landscapes. [ more ]
San Jose school districts skip electric bus grant - San Jose Spotlight
California school districts missed out on $88 million in federal grants for electric buses due to timing, cost, and a lack of infrastructure.
Alum Rock Union School District and East Side Union High School District didn't pursue the EPA program as they applied for similar grants elsewhere, while San Jose Unified School District lacked the infrastructure to support electric buses. [ more ]
San Jose school districts skip electric bus grant - San Jose Spotlight
California school districts missed out on $88 million in federal grants for electric buses due to timing, cost, and a lack of infrastructure.
Alum Rock Union School District and East Side Union High School District didn't pursue the EPA program as they applied for similar grants elsewhere, while San Jose Unified School District lacked the infrastructure to support electric buses. [ more ]
AI pioneer Yoshua Bengio urges Canada to build $1B public supercomputer | CBC News
Yoshua Bengio is concerned about the potential for artificial intelligence to become smarter than humans and pose a threat to humanity.
Bengio believes that regulation and building infrastructure are necessary to control AI systems and prevent them from becoming too powerful and autonomous. [ more ]
Africa Cup of Nations: Dates for 2025 finals undecided amid Club World Cup clash
Motsepe is confident that this year's Afcon will not see a repeat of the tragedy that occurred during the last tournament in Cameroon.
The Ivorian government has invested over $1.5 billion in improving infrastructure to host the tournament, including the construction of a new stadium. [ more ]
The Bakerloo Line Is Extending Further Into South London
The Bakerloo Line will extend to Lewisham in the next 15 years, with potential further extensions to other areas like Catford and Beckenham in the future.
The cost of the Bakerloo Line extension has increased from an initial estimate of £2 billion to a current projection of £5-8 billion. [ more ]
Google Cloud's Nick Godfrey Talks Security, Budget and AI for CISOs
CISOs should balance the allocation of resources between buying security products/services and investing in modern infrastructure that is inherently more defendable.
Prioritizing spending on ransomware and data theft is important, but it's also essential for CISOs to focus on response and recovery capabilities. [ more ]
Chinese hackers Volt Typhoon had critical US infrastructure access for 5 years
China-backed hackers Volt Typhoon have maintained persistent access to critical USA infrastructure for at least five years.
The hackers are positioning themselves on the IT networks of American infrastructure systems to launch disruptive or destructive cyberattacks if a major crisis or conflict occurs. [ more ]
Big Companies Cashed In on Mississippi's Water. Small Towns Paid the Price.
Jackson, Mississippi experienced two major water crises in 2021 and 2022, leaving thousands without running water.
German corporation Siemens failed to deliver on their promise to install modern water meters in Jackson, resulting in inaccurate water bills and lost revenue. [ more ]
Biden Still Wants to Look Like the Climate President
America has become the biggest liquid-natural-gas exporter in the world, but shipping LNG abroad could have negative environmental consequences.
Despite Biden's climate policies, his administration has approved new oil and gas projects and granted permits for infrastructure that activists have criticized. [ more ]
Decoding China: Beijing wants more influence in Africa DW 01/19/2024
China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, embarked on his annual trip to Africa, visiting Egypt, Tunisia, Togo, and Ivory Coast before heading to South America.
China has cultivated intensive cooperation with African countries since after World War II, positioning itself as a spokesperson for the underdeveloped countries of the 'Global South' and relying on Africa for natural resources and energy.
China's investment in Africa includes infrastructure projects such as the Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) that connects Tanzania's ports to raw materials in Zambia. [ more ]
San Jose school districts skip electric bus grant - San Jose Spotlight
California school districts missed out on $88 million in federal grants for electric buses due to timing, cost, and a lack of infrastructure.
Alum Rock Union School District and East Side Union High School District didn't pursue the EPA program as they applied for similar grants elsewhere, while San Jose Unified School District lacked the infrastructure to support electric buses. [ more ]