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3 weeks ago

This Is the No. 1 City in the World for Green Space-and It Has Tropical Weather, Tree-lined Corridors, and Giant Urban Parks

Medellín, known as the 'City of Eternal Spring,' boasts a remarkable 92 percent satisfaction rate from locals regarding its green spaces, according to a recent global survey.
Travel
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Revolutionary brake discs solve the problem of hidden air pollution in London - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Recent studies show that brake dust accounts for up to 20% of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) air pollution at roadsides, especially during rush hours.
Alternative transportation
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

NYC teams expand war on rats with noxious gas strategy in street tree beds

NYC's new strategy involves using carbon monoxide to combat rats in tree beds, part of a broader pest management initiative.
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fromMission Local
2 months ago
Mission District

Day 91 at the 16th St. Plaza: A fire and DPW crews floods the zone

The Department of Public Works quickly addressed trash issues on Mission Street after early morning reports.
Community efforts, including homeless residents, contribute to the cleanup of local streets.
fromMission Local
2 months ago
Mission District

Day 82 at the 16th St. Plaza: Eight pipes, foil, and 'I gotta eat.'

Mission Street's west side is marked by vibrant vending but also significant drug use concerns.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Fly-tipper caught dumping bed by London roadside is fined 4,600

Brent Council emphasizes its zero-tolerance stance on fly-tipping, evidenced by a significant increase in fines and surveillance efforts to deter offenders.
London politics
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

BirdAid concept brings biodegradable splint for injured urban birds - Yanko Design

BirdAid is an innovative, biodegradable splint designed to provide immediate first aid to injured wild birds, particularly in urban environments.
Alternative medicine
fromMission Local
3 months ago

Day 65 of the 16th St. Plaza Crackdown: a plaza newcomer security guard

The police officers would usually check the alleyways but leave people alone if they were on their own. Dispersed crowds would often return.
Mission District
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Things can only get better with less noise in Leicester Square | Brief Letters

The court rightly ruled that this was unacceptable. For those disturbed by the noise, in the words of the song, things can only get better.
London politics
NYC politics
fromqns.com
4 months ago

Council passes tree care legislation to clarify pruning and removal procedures QNS

New NYC legislation clarifies tree care processes and enhances transparency for residents.
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