#noise-pollution
#noise-pollution

16 hours ago

NYC music

Inside the Living Rooms of Notable New Yorkers

The film 'Beeps' illustrates the frustration of dealing with a persistent noise in an engaging way.

#community-impact

1 day ago

Cryptocurrency

How Trump's love for crypto threatens US residents' peace: I just want quiet'

Cryptocurrency mining operations are significantly impacting residents' quality of life in Texas.

The influx of bitcoin miners has escalated noise pollution and energy consumption in the area.

fromArs Technica

Miscellaneous

Neighbors sue over loud Bitcoin mine

Homeowners are pushing back against the Bitcoin mine's operations, citing serious noise-related disruptions to their quality of life and health concerns.

fromNew York Post

New York City

Rockaways residents' outraged over noise from nearby $3.7M amphitheater

The opening of the Beach 94th Street Amphitheater has caused significant noise disturbances for local residents, leading to numerous complaints and frustration.

1 day ago

Cryptocurrency

How Trump's love for crypto threatens US residents' peace: I just want quiet'

Cryptocurrency mining operations are significantly impacting residents' quality of life in Texas.

The influx of bitcoin miners has escalated noise pollution and energy consumption in the area.

fromArs Technica

Miscellaneous

Neighbors sue over loud Bitcoin mine

Homeowners are pushing back against the Bitcoin mine's operations, citing serious noise-related disruptions to their quality of life and health concerns.

fromNew York Post

New York City

Rockaways residents' outraged over noise from nearby $3.7M amphitheater

The opening of the Beach 94th Street Amphitheater has caused significant noise disturbances for local residents, leading to numerous complaints and frustration.

more#community-impact

Mental health

fromArchDaily

6 days ago

Internal Acoustics: Effective Noise Mitigation Techniques in Architecture

Environmental noise poses severe health risks, including cardiovascular problems and mental health issues.

#public-transport

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Call to fine 'headphone dodgers' who play music on buses

Liberal Democrats propose fines for playing loud music on public transport to mitigate anti-social behavior.

3 weeks ago

Mental health

Hell is other people who won't wear headphones | Letters

People often ignore the impact of their loud phone usage in public spaces, reflecting selfishness and inconsideration.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Call to fine 'headphone dodgers' who play music on buses

Liberal Democrats propose fines for playing loud music on public transport to mitigate anti-social behavior.

3 weeks ago

Mental health

Hell is other people who won't wear headphones | Letters

People often ignore the impact of their loud phone usage in public spaces, reflecting selfishness and inconsideration.

more#public-transport

#misophonia

Brooklyn

The Torment of a Neighbor's Noise in "Beeps"

Noise disturbances can significantly affect sleep and well-being, exemplified by a couple's struggle with a bothersome smoke alarm.

2 weeks ago

Music

My petty gripe: we need nature, not Nickelback please put on your headphones | Stephanie Convery

People often inflict their music choices on others in public spaces, which is both disrespectful and irritating.

Brooklyn

The Torment of a Neighbor's Noise in "Beeps"

Noise disturbances can significantly affect sleep and well-being, exemplified by a couple's struggle with a bothersome smoke alarm.

2 weeks ago

Music

My petty gripe: we need nature, not Nickelback please put on your headphones | Stephanie Convery

People often inflict their music choices on others in public spaces, which is both disrespectful and irritating.

Alternative transportation

Why the car horn is the most annoying UX failure on the road

Car horns have shifted from safety tools to instruments of frustration, worsening urban noise pollution and miscommunicating danger on the roads.

Roam Research

The Torment of a Neighbor's Noise in "Beeps"

Neighbors connect through shared annoyance of a beeping alarm, transforming discomfort into community engagement.

fromMedium

4 weeks ago

Alternative transportation

Why the car horn is the most annoying UX failure on the road

Car horns have shifted from safety tools to instruments of frustration, worsening urban noise pollution and miscommunicating danger on the roads.

Roam Research

The Torment of a Neighbor's Noise in "Beeps"

Neighbors connect through shared annoyance of a beeping alarm, transforming discomfort into community engagement.

more#urban-living

Environment

fromConde Nast Traveler

2 weeks ago

Tuning In to Earth's Rhythms With Acoustic Ecologist Gordon Hempton

Gordon Hempton's mission is to preserve natural soundscapes to highlight their importance and impact on environmental health.

#westminster-council

fromwww.independent.co.uk

London

'Leicester Square buskers are a nuisance to our office work' - Global Radio

Global Radio is suing Westminster council over noise issues from buskers, marking a significant move under the Environmental Protection Act.

London

Wannabe boy racers' perform doughnuts near Buckingham Palace

Late-night car meets near Buckingham Palace led to dangerous driving and significant noise disturbances, prompting official penalties.

London politics

Loud buskers playing songs on loop across Leicester Square is 'psychological torture', says judge

Buskers in Leicester Square have been deemed a psychological nuisance by a judge, prompting a council ruling to manage noise levels.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

London

'Leicester Square buskers are a nuisance to our office work' - Global Radio

Global Radio is suing Westminster council over noise issues from buskers, marking a significant move under the Environmental Protection Act.

London

Wannabe boy racers' perform doughnuts near Buckingham Palace

Late-night car meets near Buckingham Palace led to dangerous driving and significant noise disturbances, prompting official penalties.

London politics

Loud buskers playing songs on loop across Leicester Square is 'psychological torture', says judge

Buskers in Leicester Square have been deemed a psychological nuisance by a judge, prompting a council ruling to manage noise levels.

more#westminster-council

#environmental-science

fromNature

OMG science

Humanity's noise is the natural world's enemy

Human-made noise disrupts ecosystems, highlighting the importance of silence for species survival.

OMG science

Nature's secret soundscape: listen with me to the world's quietest creatures

Passive acoustic monitoring helps scientists discover rich sounds from more-than-human environments, despite the increasing noise pollution caused by humans.

OMG science

fromNature

Humanity's noise is the natural world's enemy

Human-made noise disrupts ecosystems, highlighting the importance of silence for species survival.

OMG science

more#environmental-science

Nature's secret soundscape: listen with me to the world's quietest creatures

Passive acoustic monitoring helps scientists discover rich sounds from more-than-human environments, despite the increasing noise pollution caused by humans.

#community-concerns

London politics

fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk

'Disturbance' concerns cause cafe and lounge plans to be rejected after opening

Havering Council refused retrospective planning permission for Lushi's Lounge due to noise concerns and insufficient parking issues highlighted by local residents.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk

East Bay real estate

Oakland airport expansion will move forward after settlement over noise, traffic and air-quality concerns

Settlements reached to address community noise and air quality concerns will allow Oakland Airport's expansion to proceed.

Miscellaneous

24/7 gambling shop could open close to primary school

A new 24/7 gambling shop is proposed near a primary school in Finsbury Park, raising community concerns about noise and gambling shop concentration.

fromAustin Monitor

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Austin

Noisy neighbors: Council to consider changes in decibel limits for some new construction - Austin Monitor

Proposed changes to DB90 zoning could lower noise limits in residential areas, addressing mounting concerns from community members.

fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk

Miscellaneous

Bromley neighbours divided over controversial plan for helicopter lift in garden

Opposition from some neighbors stems from concerns about noise and potential community divisions over the helicopter lift plan.

London politics

'Disturbance' concerns cause cafe and lounge plans to be rejected after opening

Havering Council refused retrospective planning permission for Lushi's Lounge due to noise concerns and insufficient parking issues highlighted by local residents.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk

East Bay real estate

Oakland airport expansion will move forward after settlement over noise, traffic and air-quality concerns

Settlements reached to address community noise and air quality concerns will allow Oakland Airport's expansion to proceed.

Miscellaneous

24/7 gambling shop could open close to primary school

A new 24/7 gambling shop is proposed near a primary school in Finsbury Park, raising community concerns about noise and gambling shop concentration.

fromAustin Monitor

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Austin

Noisy neighbors: Council to consider changes in decibel limits for some new construction - Austin Monitor

Proposed changes to DB90 zoning could lower noise limits in residential areas, addressing mounting concerns from community members.

Miscellaneous

Bromley neighbours divided over controversial plan for helicopter lift in garden

Opposition from some neighbors stems from concerns about noise and potential community divisions over the helicopter lift plan.

more#community-concerns

fromBoston.com

Renovation

Ask the remodeler: Heat pump has become a noisy neighbor

Low-frequency noises from heat pumps can disturb nearby homes.

Vibration-dampening pads may help reduce sound transmission.

Sound-deadening insulation can be added to a roof built over the units.

East Bay (California)

fromThe Oaklandside

Oakland meat packing company and city tussle over noise and traffic complaints

Oakland sues Suprema Meats for noise and traffic disturbances impacting neighbors, escalating a long-standing conflict.

fromTravel + Leisure

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Miscellaneous

This State Has the Most Naturally Quiet Places in the U.S. - and It's Home to the First U.S. Wilderness Quiet Park

The Noise Pollution Clearinghouse identifies Montana and Wyoming as home to the last natural quiet places in the U.S.

Design

Wall-mounted meditation bowl turns recorded audio memories into a new sound experience - Yanko Design

The article emphasizes the importance of hearing and the role of sound in memory, through the design of the Sonic Heirloom.

fromsfist.com

Miscellaneous

Another Pickleball Dispute Arises Between Downtown SF Condo Owners and Fitness Club

Outdoor pickleball courts are causing significant noise pollution issues, leading residents to file a lawsuit for relief from the sound disturbances.

fromStreetsblog

Miscellaneous

City Eyes More Tour Flights From Downtown Heliport With Electric Aircraft - Streetsblog New York City

The city is considering lifting a cap on helicopter trips to promote electric aircraft despite noise complaints from residents.

fromwww.newhamrecorder.co.uk

London

'Noise sewers' could blight London's skies with Heathrow planes on narrower flight paths, warns council

Heathrow's proposed flight path changes may create concentrated noise pollution affecting specific communities in London.

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.

fromAustin Monitor

Austin

Residents may get relief from persistent mechanical noises - Austin Monitor

Austin plans to review and improve noise pollution regulations due to concerns about mechanical equipment disrupting residents' lives.

fromwww.thelocal.es

Miscellaneous

Valencia to swap megaphones for headsets to keep tour groups quiet

Valencia City Council is addressing noise pollution from large tour groups by subsidizing radio guide equipment for tour guides.

OMG science

fromThe Nation

We Deserve a Quieter World

Noise pollution is a serious and often overlooked environmental issue that is deteriorating both human health and ecosystems.

fromTime Out New York