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Real estate
fromCbsnews
1 hour ago

Housing development plans for former Flushing Airport site in Queens face community opposition

Large-scale housing development in College Point faces opposition due to infrastructure concerns and environmental impacts.
fromIndependent
5 days ago

'It's a fantastic resource and it should be protected': concerns over River Shannon and Lough Derg's future as pipeline plan gets approval

Concerns arise over a proposed €4.6bn to €10bn pipeline that would pump water from the Shannon to Dublin, affecting local swimmers and rowers.
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Hazardous 'forever chemicals' found in period products DW 07/26/2025

PFAS can affect fertility, sperm quality or even the development of the child in the womb. Toxicologist Marike Kolossa-Gehring emphasized these serious health effects.
Public health
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Ontario plans to sell parts of Wasaga Beach. Environmentalists decry 'awful precedent' | CBC News

Environmental advocates warn that Ontario's decision to transfer parts of Wasaga Beach Provincial Park for tourism could set an awful precedent for future provincial park disposals.
Toronto
#immigration
fromFortune
1 month ago
Miami food

The Trump administration is days from opening a 5,000-bed detention center in the Florida swamp

fromFortune
1 month ago
Miami food

The Trump administration is days from opening a 5,000-bed detention center in the Florida swamp

Environment
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

California environmental groups vent concerns over building standards law

Environmental groups are concerned that AB 306 may hinder climate resiliency efforts in housing construction.
Environment
fromMail Online
1 week ago

The next Chernobyl? Nuclear power plant could go off at 'any moment'

Armenian Nuclear Power Plant poses significant risks due to its location in a seismic zone and outdated technology.
Agriculture
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Could Norway be Europe's rare earths future? DW 07/22/2025

Ulefoss, Norway, has a large deposit of rare earth elements crucial for technology, but mining plans face local scrutiny.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Metal bottle caps surprising' source of microplastic contamination, study finds

Metal bottle caps significantly contribute to microplastic contamination in beverages, posing health risks due to embedded harmful chemicals.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on the water industry: a return to public ownership should still be on the table | Editorial

Labour could have chosen the public interest over the profit motive when reorganizing the water industry in England and Wales. Despite polling showing support for publicly owned water companies, the government ruled out reversing the 1989 water privatization.
UK politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 week ago

The Trump Administration Cheated Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski out of a Deal

Senator Lisa Murkowski feels cheated over presidential actions contradicting her recent tax law concession protecting wind and solar projects.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

The Downstream Effects of China's Rare Earth Mining

Thailand is building flood control barriers along the Sai river to address environmental concerns from Myanmar's rare earth mineral production.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

From Ashes to Equity: How Entrepreneurs Are Reinventing End-of-Life Rituals

The Death Care industry is adapting to Baby Boomers' needs through innovative, eco-friendly services and technological advancements.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Hopes for total barbecue ban at historic park dashed by council

Camden Council has not lifted the temporary barbecue ban in Waterlow Park due to air quality concerns and wildfire risks.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Tottenham women's green belt plan gets green light

Tottenham Hotspur received approval to build a training ground in Whitewebbs Park despite opposition over environmental concerns.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Trump's Ultimatum for America's Largest Public-Energy Provider

Public opposition to a proposed gas-fired power plant in Nashville has led to significant political and operational repercussions for the Tennessee Valley Authority.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Officials react to proposal for a futuristic AI tech city' on Alameda Point

Abby Thorne-Lyman expressed astonishment at Frontier Valley's announcement, stating, "I guess it was a little hard to believe as a concept because we understand all of the constraints and the visions for that space as being a designated wildlife area."
Silicon Valley
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Texas flash flood recovery effort turns its focus to lakes

Authorities in Kerr County plan to drain one flood-swollen lake while searching for about 100 missing individuals since catastrophic flooding occurred on July 4.
US news
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Could this Hawaii community be the next Lahaina? Some residents fear a similar wildfire fate

Invasive grasses pose serious wildfire risks in Hawaii, prompting residents to seek Firewise status for safety.
Miscellaneous
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

A battery storage facility is being proposed in a rural Mass. town. Residents are pushing back.

Local residents oppose the proposed lithium battery storage facility due to environmental concerns and potential risks to the Quabbin watershed.
US politics
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

Miami-Dade mayor demands access to Everglades detention camp on seized county land

Miami-Dade County Mayor seeks live monitoring of the immigration detention center in the Everglades due to environmental and treatment concerns.
#wimbledon
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Protesters rally outside of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's SF home: Here's why

"My neighbors, my friends, my family, the people who are most deserving are going to be basically reverse Robin Hooded by these billionaires, and we can't be lining their pockets while we're cutting a trillion from Medicaid, SNAP, food assistance and other vital services," said Ashmu Murakami, Sunrise Movement.
US politics
#data-centers
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
Digital life

The true cost of AI data centers' rapid growth across America

The rapid expansion of data centers in the US raises concerns about environmental resource use but also provides tax revenue benefits for local communities.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago
Silicon Valley

Santa Clara data centers hit max energy capacity - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara's data centers raise concerns about environmental impact amidst economic benefits.
fromCyclingnews
4 weeks ago

'This partnership isn't about luxury' - Mathieu van der Poel on the defensive following backlash over deal with private jet charter company

"I've seen some of the reactions, and I want to be open about my partnership with Flying Group as a sustainable partner. I understand the environmental concerns, and I respect everyone's voice."
Bicycling
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago

USAF holds hypersonic resupply site review over seabirds

The site picked for testing was Johnston Atoll, an island in the North Pacific, which made geopolitical sense for rapid logistics to counter supply challenges.
Environment
fromNatural Health News
4 weeks ago

USDA Poised to Deregulate New GMO Corn: What Could Go Wrong?

Studies link genetically engineered crops like MON 95379 to organ damage, infertility, and increased pesticide use that harms soil health and biodiversity.
Alternative medicine
#migrant-detention
fromFast Company
1 month ago
US politics

'Alligator Alcatraz' merch appears on Amazon and Florida GOP website, making light of controversial facility

fromFast Company
1 month ago
US politics

'Alligator Alcatraz' merch appears on Amazon and Florida GOP website, making light of controversial facility

#wildfires
#immigration-policy
Mental health
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

Our grief is what brings us together - High Country News

The conversation among campers shifted quickly from casual topics to serious concerns about climate change and mental health.
#deep-sea-mining
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

This company wants to be the first to mine the ocean floor, with Trump's help

Gerard Barron aims to pioneer deep-sea mining to secure crucial minerals for the U.S.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago
US news

Experts alarmed over Trump's promotion of deep-sea mining in international waters

Deep-sea mining poses risks to unexplored marine ecosystems and calls for an industry moratorium until more scientific data is available.
US news
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Experts alarmed over Trump's promotion of deep-sea mining in international waters

Deep-sea mining poses risks to unexplored marine ecosystems and calls for an industry moratorium until more scientific data is available.
#ai-development
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Tech Guy Wants to Use Federal Land at Alameda Point for AI City, Drafts Sample Executive Order

fromKqed
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

A Company Wants to Build a City for AI on Alameda Point. But the Land Is Already Spoken for | KQED

fromsfist.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Tech Guy Wants to Use Federal Land at Alameda Point for AI City, Drafts Sample Executive Order

fromKqed
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

A Company Wants to Build a City for AI on Alameda Point. But the Land Is Already Spoken for | KQED

#jeff-bezos
Venture
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I was in Venice for George Clooney's wedding. Jeff Bezos' feels completely different - and not in a good way.

Christine Matthey expresses concern over Jeff Bezos' lavish wedding, highlighting its divisive impact on Venice compared to George Clooney's wedding.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Air quality tests around xAI's Memphis data center raise questions | TechCrunch

Residents of Memphis are concerned about air pollution from Elon Musk's xAI data center.
Initial air quality tests showed no danger, but ozone was not tested.
Testing locations and methods have been criticized by environmental advocates.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

River Thames treated wastewater plans go on show

Thames Water proposes a scheme to pump treated wastewater into the Thames to combat future droughts in London.
Cars
fromFortune
1 month ago

Cargo ship that was delivering 3,000 new cars to Mexico sinks off Alaska weeks after catching fire

A cargo ship carrying new vehicles sank in the North Pacific after a fire and crew evacuation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Scientists sound the alarm for Nullarbor's fragile limestone caves and unique underground creatures

The world's largest hydrogen export hub threatens unique ecological treasures beneath the Nullarbor plain.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The Trump administration wants to shut down the agency that investigates chemical explosions

The proposed closure of the Chemical Safety Board may jeopardize chemical plant safety and public health.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A timebomb': could a French mine full of waste poison the drinking water of millions?

Stocamine's toxic waste poses significant risks to future generations due to the potential contamination of vital water supplies.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

From Yosemite to Big Sur, Millions of Acres Eligible for Sale Under Senate's Big Beautiful Bill'

The bill allows any interested party to purchase land, which critics say opens the door to wealthy individuals and corporations at the expense of public access.
SF real estate
Boston real estate
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Indigenous protest as Brazil sells Amazon oil blocks

Brazil auctioned 19 offshore oil blocks to major companies, sparking environmental protests and concerns for Indigenous communities.
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

The $250 EV Tax May Be Dead, But There's Something Else Brewing

The proposed annual registration fee for electric vehicles has been removed from the Senate budget due to implementation concerns.
SF politics
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
1 month ago

Big Tech Comes to Tucker County, West Virginia - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Local officials were not informed about the proposed gas power plant by Fundamental Data.
Legislative actions to facilitate construction of such plants align with economic growth plans in West Virginia.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Dead elephants and feral sea lions: how poisonous algal blooms harm the planet

The deaths of elephants in 2020 were linked to toxic water from an algal bloom, revealing broader environmental concerns.
Arts
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Agus Putu Suyadnya's 'Symbiotic Utopia' Imagines a Future of Fragile Harmony | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Symbiotic Utopia explores humanity's connection to nature through evocative art that highlights environmental challenges and possibilities for healing.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Earthquakes hit Nevada military base known for testing nuclear weapons

Multiple earthquakes occurred near Nellis Air Force Base, previously significant for nuclear testing until 1992.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Firefighters tackle ANOTHER blaze at problematic' Rainham landfill site

Firefighters spent several hours extinguishing a number of hotspots across approximately one hectare of land.
London food
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
1 month ago

Plans for surfing lake with waves and beach front area in Lee Valley

"The proposals will enable far greater community use of, and access to, large parts of the site, while also retaining the existing golf activities to the north of the application site."
London food
London food
fromianVisits
1 month ago

The London Buzz - 2nd June 2025

A man was convicted for burning a Koran outside a Turkish consulate, raising significant discussions about free speech.
Two teenagers responsible for a firework death have been imprisoned, emphasizing issues around youth crime.
Fresh legal challenges emerge over a festival at Brockwell Park as ticket sales begin without planning consent.
Public protests against a flood defense scheme in a park show community engagement on environmental matters.
London politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Brits warned barbecues could land you with a 5,000 fine - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Using disposable barbecues in restricted areas can lead to hefty fines and safety hazards.
Councils are enforcing stricter regulations regarding barbecuing in public spaces.
Residents are encouraged to check local rules to avoid penalties related to barbecues.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Swiss glacier collapse: Situation stabilizes overnight DW 05/31/2025

Authorities expressed relief that the Lonza River has begun to flow down the valley, reducing the risk of a flood swell.
Germany news
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Stockpiling disposable vapes could cause your house to go up in flames, Britons told

The impending ban on disposable vapes highlights public health efforts against youth vaping and environmental concerns.
Stockpiling disposable vapes could pose life-threatening fires due to lithium batteries.
Food & drink
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Activists want to rename World Milk Day 'Bovine Mammary Secretion Day'

World Milk Day promotes dairy but PETA argues for its renaming to reflect ethical concerns regarding animal treatment.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Letters: The Delta tunnels should never be built

The Delta tunnel project faces significant opposition due to cost, environmental concerns, and lack of public support, raising questions about the justification for such infrastructure.
US politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

The London Buzz - 27th May 2025

London council struggles with resident complaints about housing conditions and parking restrictions.
Local politics see unexpected alliances, with a Labour councillor endorsing a Green candidate after disciplinary actions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Anti-Musk sentiment runs high in Australian city as 95% of submissions oppose land sale to Tesla

Residents in Adelaide overwhelmingly rejected plans for a Tesla factory, attributing their decision largely to anti-Elon Musk sentiment and environmental concerns.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Motor oil from sunken Alameda ship found in water as divers continue search for fuel tanks

A research vessel named Kaisei sank in the Oakland Estuary while docked, prompting investigations and environmental concerns.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump signs executive orders to spur US nuclear energy renaissance'

Trump's executive orders aim to revitalize nuclear energy to meet growing electricity demands, particularly for AI industries.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Brazilian meat giant JBS gets closer to listing on the NYSE-despite 'history of corruption'

last fall, 20 environmental organizations-including Mighty Earth, Greenpeace and Rainforest Action Network-signed an open letter to JBS investors opposing the listing, saying it would put the climate at greater risk.
NYC startup
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Revealed: MTC Canceled Bridge Bike Lane Meetings Because Staff Findings Showed it Should Stay Open - Streetsblog San Francisco

A few months ago we raised alarm bells about an impending vote by the Bay Conversation and Development Commission (BCDC) to determine whether the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Trail would stay open 24/7 or be converted into a breakdown shoulder for cars.
Mission District
SF politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

House Republicans just gutted the IRA. What happened to all the supposed holdouts?

The House passed a budget bill that undermines the Inflation Reduction Act, causing concern for job losses and increased energy costs.
Online Community Development
fromNature
2 months ago

Why space exploration must not be left to a few powerful nations

The space industry's growth must include marginalized voices to address ethical concerns and rights of Indigenous communities and low-income countries.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

New report highlights economic benefit Chevron refinery brings Richmond, Contra Costa County

Chevron refinery is vital for Richmond's economy and job support.
Local economic dependency on Chevron creates challenges balancing environmental concerns.
Richmond's financial stability is heavily reliant on Chevron's revenue.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Permanent grounding: NYC communities call for federal ban on helicopter joy rides'

These helicopters are not emergency aircraft; they're joyrides and luxury charters disrupting daily life and putting people at risk, Melissa Elstein, board chair of the nonprofit, said.
NYC politics
SF politics
fromKqed
2 months ago

California Delta Leaders Blast Newsom's Push to Fast-Track $20 Billion Water Tunnel | KQED

Governor Newsom's proposed Delta Conveyance Project faces strong opposition from lawmakers and environmentalists who argue it silences local voices.
Upper West Side
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Billionaire NFL owner wants to build affordable housing on a pristine NJ hilltop - and locals are mad as hell

The proposed 500-unit apartment complex in West Orange, NJ, raises concerns over environmental impact and public safety, despite providing affordable housing.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Federal Land Sale-Possibly for Affordable Housing-Slides Into 'Big Bill' Making Its Way Through Congress

The debate over federal land sales is intensifying as Congress considers a bill related to substantial tax breaks and proposed land development.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

We've reached peak lantern festival mania. Experience these magical ones around SoCal

Lantern festivals are beautiful but can pose fire risks, leading to alternative, safer methods like helium balloons.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Ontario court tosses out developer's $300K lawsuit trying to 'silence' student | CBC News

The Ontario court dismissed a lawsuit against an engineering student for expressing concerns about a contested development project.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Retail theft surge in Inland Empire store prompts new policy: Leave shopping bags with the cashier

"While this has always been posted on our front door, we have had some take advantage and walk out of the store without stopping by the register."
NYC parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Exploding birds plague East Bay neighborhood as residents plea for PG&E to fix it: 'Just horrifying'

It's very traumatic. They just quickly explode, and it's really violent.
Portland food
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

A sewer in Malibu? January firestorm has coastal city pondering the once-unthinkable

"While Malibu's leaders and citizens remain adamantly in favor of controlled growth, they believe there may be a way to build a sewer that does not open the way for wide-scale development."
Los Angeles
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Mixed response on 'Thunderbirds Batman-style' helicopter lift in Bromley garden

Local opinions divided on helicopter lift proposal at Cookham Dene estate.
Council rejects plans due to environmental concerns despite some local support.
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Video. Tourists roam Alcatraz ruins as Trump floats prison comeback

US President Donald Trump has expressed a desire to restore Alcatraz Island as a high-security prison, despite its closure over 60 years ago due to costs and decay.
San Francisco
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

From Gwen Stefani to Katy Perry to Kim Kardashian: The MAGA drift of Democratic celebrities

Katy Perry's space trip on a Blue Origin rocket has worsened her public image due to extensive social media backlash.
fromKqed
2 months ago

Communities In Far Northern California Challenged By Return Of Gray Wolves | KQED

Since 2011, when a wolf wearing a radio collar crossed into the state from Oregon, California's gray wolf population has grown into the dozens.
California
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