I commuted by helicopter in New York City. It was convenient and luxurious, but I can see why some locals hate the flights.Flexjet provides luxury helicopter rides in NYC while aiming to minimize noise and environmental impacts.
Apparently, NYC is only the second noisiest city in the worldNew York City is the second noisiest city in the world according to a new survey.
Most N.Y.C. Drivers Who Honk Are Breaking the Law. Can They Be Stopped?Enforcing laws against unnecessary honking in New York City has been a longstanding challenge despite regulations dating back to the 1930s.
Op-Ed | Reforming NYC's helicopter industry | amNewYorkThe New York City helicopter industry is causing harm through excessive noise, pollution, and minimal revenue generation.
I commuted by helicopter in New York City. It was convenient and luxurious, but I can see why some locals hate the flights.Flexjet provides luxury helicopter rides in NYC while aiming to minimize noise and environmental impacts.
Apparently, NYC is only the second noisiest city in the worldNew York City is the second noisiest city in the world according to a new survey.
Most N.Y.C. Drivers Who Honk Are Breaking the Law. Can They Be Stopped?Enforcing laws against unnecessary honking in New York City has been a longstanding challenge despite regulations dating back to the 1930s.
Op-Ed | Reforming NYC's helicopter industry | amNewYorkThe New York City helicopter industry is causing harm through excessive noise, pollution, and minimal revenue generation.
Neighbours complain 15,000 capacity K-pop festival in Wembley 'will stop children studying'The planned K-pop festival in west London faces backlash over potential disruption during children's exam periods.
3 ways smarter design can solve the noise problemPoor acoustics significantly impact cognitive well-being, productivity, and learning, necessitating focus on acoustical design in various environments.
Neighbours complain 15,000 capacity K-pop festival in Wembley 'will stop children studying'The planned K-pop festival in west London faces backlash over potential disruption during children's exam periods.
3 ways smarter design can solve the noise problemPoor acoustics significantly impact cognitive well-being, productivity, and learning, necessitating focus on acoustical design in various environments.
New planes at London City Airport 'could worsen noise for neighbours'London City seeks to modify aircraft take-off and landing angles to accommodate the Airbus A320neo, aiming to increase passenger capacity efficiently.
London City Airport passenger cap to rise by 2.5mLondon City Airport's passenger cap will rise to 9 million, but an appeal to extend Saturday flight hours was rejected due to noise concerns.
More Londoners might soon be living directly under a flight pathLondon City Airport plans to consult on changing flight paths, potentially affecting noise levels for various communities in East London.
New planes at London City Airport 'could worsen noise for neighbours'London City seeks to modify aircraft take-off and landing angles to accommodate the Airbus A320neo, aiming to increase passenger capacity efficiently.
London City Airport passenger cap to rise by 2.5mLondon City Airport's passenger cap will rise to 9 million, but an appeal to extend Saturday flight hours was rejected due to noise concerns.
More Londoners might soon be living directly under a flight pathLondon City Airport plans to consult on changing flight paths, potentially affecting noise levels for various communities in East London.
The Number of Pedicabs in London May Be About to DropLondon is set for a crackdown on pedicabs due to outdated laws and complaints about unregulated fares and noise.
Ottolenghi is opening a new deli in southwest London - but locals aren't happyLocals in Richmond are unhappy about a proposed new branch of Ottolenghi taking over an old furniture show room.Residents express concerns about increased noise and busyness in the area as well as a potential negative impact on quality of life.
The Number of Pedicabs in London May Be About to DropLondon is set for a crackdown on pedicabs due to outdated laws and complaints about unregulated fares and noise.
Ottolenghi is opening a new deli in southwest London - but locals aren't happyLocals in Richmond are unhappy about a proposed new branch of Ottolenghi taking over an old furniture show room.Residents express concerns about increased noise and busyness in the area as well as a potential negative impact on quality of life.
Silencio Network Officially Launches, Revolutionizing Noise Data Collection Globally | HackerNoonSilencio launches as the first decentralized noise data engine, transforming smartphones into crowd-sourced sensors for real-time noise data.
Waymo exec. joins livestream, apologizes to SF residents for robotaxi honking messWaymo's communication and software changes arose from community feedback over nighttime honking disturbances.
Silencio Network Officially Launches, Revolutionizing Noise Data Collection Globally | HackerNoonSilencio launches as the first decentralized noise data engine, transforming smartphones into crowd-sourced sensors for real-time noise data.
Waymo exec. joins livestream, apologizes to SF residents for robotaxi honking messWaymo's communication and software changes arose from community feedback over nighttime honking disturbances.
Bexley corner shop staying open all day will 'prevent sleep for residents'The application for extended operating hours of GB News faces community opposition despite proposed safety measures and compliance with licensing regulations.
Decision made on plans to turn Harold Hill police station into pizza restaurantPlans to convert a former police station into a pizza restaurant were refused due to noise, cooking odors, and inadequate parking.
New Addington business park could be used as wedding venueResidents fear that serving alcohol may lead to littering and anti-social behaviour due to past experiences with events.
Bexley corner shop staying open all day will 'prevent sleep for residents'The application for extended operating hours of GB News faces community opposition despite proposed safety measures and compliance with licensing regulations.
Decision made on plans to turn Harold Hill police station into pizza restaurantPlans to convert a former police station into a pizza restaurant were refused due to noise, cooking odors, and inadequate parking.
New Addington business park could be used as wedding venueResidents fear that serving alcohol may lead to littering and anti-social behaviour due to past experiences with events.
Norway Has Figured Out How to Make Construction Much QuieterOslo's construction industry uses electric machinery significantly, reducing noise and pollution, possibly influencing global construction practices.Electric machinery in construction could serve as a proof of concept for cleaner technologies.
Residents of multi-million pound South London flats win battle to block late-night bars opposite their homesResidents of luxury flats successfully opposed plans for late-night drinking venues due to concerns over noise and disruption.
Norway Has Figured Out How to Make Construction Much QuieterOslo's construction industry uses electric machinery significantly, reducing noise and pollution, possibly influencing global construction practices.Electric machinery in construction could serve as a proof of concept for cleaner technologies.
Residents of multi-million pound South London flats win battle to block late-night bars opposite their homesResidents of luxury flats successfully opposed plans for late-night drinking venues due to concerns over noise and disruption.
Forest Hills Stadium's Concert Season Might Be Suspended In 2025Forest Hills Stadium faces renewed legal challenges aiming to limit its concert schedule and mitigate community disruption, highlighting ongoing tensions with local residents.
Neighbors sue over loud Bitcoin mineHomeowners are pushing back against the Bitcoin mine's operations, citing serious noise-related disruptions to their quality of life and health concerns.
Rockaways residents' outraged over noise from nearby $3.7M amphitheaterThe opening of the Beach 94th Street Amphitheater has caused significant noise disturbances for local residents, leading to numerous complaints and frustration.
SpaceX Starship's Sonic Boom Creates Risk of Structural Damage, Test FindsStarship generates noise levels that exceed safety limits, risking property damage in nearby communities.
New Yorkers Who Live Next to a Stadium Say They Can't Take It AnymoreResidents of Forest Hills Gardens are frustrated with concert noise from nearby Forest Hills Stadium, which disrupts their peace and violates noise regulations.
Will Data Centers Ruin Your Neighborhood? | HackerNoonData centers significantly impact local communities, causing noise complaints and sparking protests despite technological advancements driving their growth.
Forest Hills Stadium's Concert Season Might Be Suspended In 2025Forest Hills Stadium faces renewed legal challenges aiming to limit its concert schedule and mitigate community disruption, highlighting ongoing tensions with local residents.
Neighbors sue over loud Bitcoin mineHomeowners are pushing back against the Bitcoin mine's operations, citing serious noise-related disruptions to their quality of life and health concerns.
Rockaways residents' outraged over noise from nearby $3.7M amphitheaterThe opening of the Beach 94th Street Amphitheater has caused significant noise disturbances for local residents, leading to numerous complaints and frustration.
SpaceX Starship's Sonic Boom Creates Risk of Structural Damage, Test FindsStarship generates noise levels that exceed safety limits, risking property damage in nearby communities.
New Yorkers Who Live Next to a Stadium Say They Can't Take It AnymoreResidents of Forest Hills Gardens are frustrated with concert noise from nearby Forest Hills Stadium, which disrupts their peace and violates noise regulations.
Will Data Centers Ruin Your Neighborhood? | HackerNoonData centers significantly impact local communities, causing noise complaints and sparking protests despite technological advancements driving their growth.
We Deserve a Quieter WorldNoise pollution is a serious and often overlooked environmental issue that is deteriorating both human health and ecosystems.
Europe's most peaceful spots to try 'quiet tourism'The trend of 'quiet tourism' is rising as travelers seek peaceful holiday experiences to escape increasing noise pollution.
Noise from traffic stunts growth of baby birds, study findsTraffic noise pollution during early bird development significantly impacts health, growth, and reproduction, as shown in the study.
We Deserve a Quieter WorldNoise pollution is a serious and often overlooked environmental issue that is deteriorating both human health and ecosystems.
Europe's most peaceful spots to try 'quiet tourism'The trend of 'quiet tourism' is rising as travelers seek peaceful holiday experiences to escape increasing noise pollution.
Noise from traffic stunts growth of baby birds, study findsTraffic noise pollution during early bird development significantly impacts health, growth, and reproduction, as shown in the study.
from Nature1 month agoHumanity's noise is the natural world's enemyHuman-made noise disrupts ecosystems, highlighting the importance of silence for species survival.
Wall-mounted meditation bowl turns recorded audio memories into a new sound experience - Yanko DesignThe article emphasizes the importance of hearing and the role of sound in memory, through the design of the Sonic Heirloom.
Honks and Beeps but No One to Yell at: Waymo's Driverless Cars Wake NeighborsWaymo's driverless cars in San Francisco create noise disturbances for residents due to their programmed honking behavior.Sophia Tung livestreamed the chaotic scene to raise awareness about the impact of autonomous vehicles on urban life.
Another Pickleball Dispute Arises Between Downtown SF Condo Owners and Fitness ClubOutdoor pickleball courts are causing significant noise pollution issues, leading residents to file a lawsuit for relief from the sound disturbances.
Honks and Beeps but No One to Yell at: Waymo's Driverless Cars Wake NeighborsWaymo's driverless cars in San Francisco create noise disturbances for residents due to their programmed honking behavior.Sophia Tung livestreamed the chaotic scene to raise awareness about the impact of autonomous vehicles on urban life.
Another Pickleball Dispute Arises Between Downtown SF Condo Owners and Fitness ClubOutdoor pickleball courts are causing significant noise pollution issues, leading residents to file a lawsuit for relief from the sound disturbances.
City Eyes More Tour Flights From Downtown Heliport With Electric Aircraft - Streetsblog New York CityThe city is considering lifting a cap on helicopter trips to promote electric aircraft despite noise complaints from residents.
It's nonstop': how noise pollution threatens the return of Norway's whalesNoise pollution significantly disrupts whale communication and feeding.Underwater recordings reveal the detrimental effects of human activity on marine wildlife.
Sadiq Khan 'concerned' over London City Airport passenger cap increaseThe Ministry of Housing rejected extending the airport's Saturday cut-off time, raising concerns over air quality and noise.
A Defense of the Leaf BlowerLeaf blowers, while often reviled for their noise and pollution, serve a practical purpose in yard maintenance and can be viewed positively in the right context.
It's nonstop': how noise pollution threatens the return of Norway's whalesNoise pollution significantly disrupts whale communication and feeding.Underwater recordings reveal the detrimental effects of human activity on marine wildlife.
Sadiq Khan 'concerned' over London City Airport passenger cap increaseThe Ministry of Housing rejected extending the airport's Saturday cut-off time, raising concerns over air quality and noise.
A Defense of the Leaf BlowerLeaf blowers, while often reviled for their noise and pollution, serve a practical purpose in yard maintenance and can be viewed positively in the right context.
Huge student tower block plans refusedThe proposed student accommodation block was rejected due to concerns over size, anti-social behavior, and potential noise pollution despite assurances from planning officers.
Late night flights are set to be banned at one of Europe's busiest airports - here's whyIncreasing local discontent over noise pollution from nighttime flights at Lisbon Airport is leading to petitions for a stricter curfew.
Factory Town festivals disrupt neighborhoods in Hialeah, Miami Springs, residents sayFactory Town's lively entertainment has resulted in severe noise issues for nearby residents, leading to public outcry and legal action.
24/7 gambling shop could open close to primary schoolA new 24/7 gambling shop is proposed near a primary school in Finsbury Park, raising community concerns about noise and gambling shop concentration.
Plans refused for 'absurd' extended opening hours at Greenwich AsdaThe shop's proposal to extend hours and allow earlier deliveries has raised significant concerns among residents regarding noise and traffic disruption.
Noisy neighbors: Council to consider changes in decibel limits for some new construction - Austin MonitorProposed changes to DB90 zoning could lower noise limits in residential areas, addressing mounting concerns from community members.
24/7 gambling shop could open close to primary schoolA new 24/7 gambling shop is proposed near a primary school in Finsbury Park, raising community concerns about noise and gambling shop concentration.
Plans refused for 'absurd' extended opening hours at Greenwich AsdaThe shop's proposal to extend hours and allow earlier deliveries has raised significant concerns among residents regarding noise and traffic disruption.
Noisy neighbors: Council to consider changes in decibel limits for some new construction - Austin MonitorProposed changes to DB90 zoning could lower noise limits in residential areas, addressing mounting concerns from community members.
Greenpoint residents say DKN Ready Mix concrete facility has brought dust, noise, and health concerns * Brooklyn PaperThe new concrete batching facility in Greenpoint is causing noise pollution and vibrations for nearby residents.
Two THOUSAND residents object to quarry plans during consultationCommunity opposition to the Rainham Lodge Farm quarry proposal is overwhelming, with nearly 2,000 objections primarily due to environmental and safety concerns.
Greenpoint residents say DKN Ready Mix concrete facility has brought dust, noise, and health concerns * Brooklyn PaperThe new concrete batching facility in Greenpoint is causing noise pollution and vibrations for nearby residents.
Two THOUSAND residents object to quarry plans during consultationCommunity opposition to the Rainham Lodge Farm quarry proposal is overwhelming, with nearly 2,000 objections primarily due to environmental and safety concerns.
'Noise sewers' could blight London's skies with Heathrow planes on narrower flight paths, warns councilHeathrow's proposed flight path changes may create concentrated noise pollution affecting specific communities in London.
Central line screeching 'is so loud it could cause hearing damage'There are serious concerns regarding overcrowding and noise on the Central line, raising health and safety issues.
San Jose residents want sound walls to protect neighborhood - San Jose SpotlightSan Jose City Council plans to approve sound walls along I-280 to address safety and noise concerns for the Gardner neighborhood.
High end restaurants Le Caprice and Carbone want to move into former US embassy site in MayfairLe Caprice, a luxury restaurant, faces noise concerns from residents as it applies to open in a former embassy in Mayfair.
London's weekly railway newsPlanned Tube strikes are expected to be called off amidst infrastructural concerns and calls for upgrades.Extreme noise levels on London Underground trains pose health risks and have led to protest plans by drivers.
Tube drivers are reducing speed in protest on the Underground - here's whyExcessive noise on the Victoria line has prompted protests from tube drivers and significant investments from TfL to enhance safety and comfort.
Noise levels on Tube are louder than at a gigThe Victoria line of London Underground is now the noisiest, with noise levels exceeding legal limits impacting driver safety and wellbeing.
Why is the Victoria line so loud?Victoria line noise issue caused by speed restrictions; rail erosion leads to dangerously high decibel levels affecting driver's and passenger's hearing.
London's weekly railway newsPlanned Tube strikes are expected to be called off amidst infrastructural concerns and calls for upgrades.Extreme noise levels on London Underground trains pose health risks and have led to protest plans by drivers.
Tube drivers are reducing speed in protest on the Underground - here's whyExcessive noise on the Victoria line has prompted protests from tube drivers and significant investments from TfL to enhance safety and comfort.
Noise levels on Tube are louder than at a gigThe Victoria line of London Underground is now the noisiest, with noise levels exceeding legal limits impacting driver safety and wellbeing.
Why is the Victoria line so loud?Victoria line noise issue caused by speed restrictions; rail erosion leads to dangerously high decibel levels affecting driver's and passenger's hearing.
Residents may get relief from persistent mechanical noises - Austin MonitorAustin plans to review and improve noise pollution regulations due to concerns about mechanical equipment disrupting residents' lives.
Valencia to swap megaphones for headsets to keep tour groups quietValencia City Council is addressing noise pollution from large tour groups by subsidizing radio guide equipment for tour guides.
'Leicester Square buskers are a nuisance to our office work' - Global RadioGlobal Radio is suing Westminster council over noise issues from buskers, marking a significant move under the Environmental Protection Act.
Wannabe boy racers' perform doughnuts near Buckingham PalaceLate-night car meets near Buckingham Palace led to dangerous driving and significant noise disturbances, prompting official penalties.
'Leicester Square buskers are a nuisance to our office work' - Global RadioGlobal Radio is suing Westminster council over noise issues from buskers, marking a significant move under the Environmental Protection Act.
Wannabe boy racers' perform doughnuts near Buckingham PalaceLate-night car meets near Buckingham Palace led to dangerous driving and significant noise disturbances, prompting official penalties.
Two Vermont communities have had enough of the F-35sResidents are pressing local leaders to address the disruptive noise from F-35 fighter jets after years of suffering.
Amazon's delivery drones become the scourge of Texas town: 'It sounds like a giant hive of bees'Residents of College Station are concerned about noise from Amazon's delivery drones, comparing it to a 'giant hive of bees' and prompting official complaints.
Amazon's delivery drones are too loud for the residents where it's testing the programAmazon's drone delivery program in College Station aims for sub-one-hour deliveries but faces local noise concerns and logistical challenges.
Amazon's delivery drones become the scourge of Texas town: 'It sounds like a giant hive of bees'Residents of College Station are concerned about noise from Amazon's delivery drones, comparing it to a 'giant hive of bees' and prompting official complaints.
Amazon's delivery drones are too loud for the residents where it's testing the programAmazon's drone delivery program in College Station aims for sub-one-hour deliveries but faces local noise concerns and logistical challenges.
I craved quiet. Then my sons moved out, dog died and hens were killed and noise now feels necessary | Emma BeddingtonEmbracing silence after a lifetime of seeking peace and quietness for mental well-being.
Shrill, ear-splitting on-and-off noise torments Brooklyn neighborhood at all hours: 'Annoying as hell'Residents in Bedford-Suyvesant have been disturbed by a loud, high-pitched noise for over a month.
Buffer zones outside a Bay Area Planned Parenthood haven't quelled disruptive protest. Will a noise ban help?Patients at Planned Parenthood in Walnut Creek will have a quieter experience with the ban on voice amplification devices near the facility.Noise in medical settings can lead to stress responses, affecting patients' well-being and hindering healing processes.
What Is Acoustic Insulation? - Yanko DesignGood acoustics positively impact mental and physical well-being.Sound insulation is crucial for reducing noise pollution and improving privacy in buildings.
from www.nytimes.com8 months agoCalifornia Supreme Court Allows U.C. Berkeley to Build at People's ParkCalifornia Supreme Court ruled in favor of building housing for students and homeless at People's Park in Berkeley, despite noise pollution concerns.
Feeling unproductive at work? It could all be down to audio - and here's the biggest issues aroundNoisy offices impact employees' health and productivity. Quiet workspaces and hybrid working setups are essential for overall well-being and performance.