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Buildner and Kingspan Launch MICROHOME 2026 With 100K in Awards and Announce 10th Edition Winners

Participants are challenged to design a modular, self-sufficient, and energy-efficient microhome with a maximum footprint of 25 m². Proposals should push the boundaries of innovation, functionality, and sustainability while addressing real-world challenges such as urban density, affordability, and environmental responsibility.

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NYC politics

fromStreetsblog

1 month ago

Thursday's Headlines: Affordability for Whom Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani supported lowering auto insurance rates that reduce compensation for injured people and may encourage more driving, conflicting with road safety and livability goals.

US politics

fromThe New Yorker

2 months ago

What Zohran Mamdani and Michael Bloomberg Have in Common

A socialist mayor and a plutocratic predecessor embody contrasting urban visions and forms of capital that shape priorities, governance styles, and political contestation in the city.

US news

fromTravel + Leisure

2 months ago

These Are the Best U.S. Cities for Young Adults to Move in 2026 Based on Jobs, Rent, and Social Life

Pittsburgh, Boston, and Washington, D.C. rank highest for Gen Z living due to affordability, strong job markets, walkability, and abundant social opportunities.

New York City

fromGeorgia Public Broadcasting

4 months ago

Should the bus be free? Transit advocates are divided

Making buses free could improve affordability and speed boarding, increase ridership, and shift travelers from cars and ride-hailing, though experts remain divided on priorities and feasibility.