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Lidar Reveals Extensive Pre-Columbian Urban Network in the Amazon
Using lidar technology, researchers discovered evidence of 10,000–24,000 pre-Columbian earthworks in the Amazon basin, revealing sophisticated urban settlements and sustainable land management practices that challenge historical assumptions about the region's human occupation.
Lidar Reveals Extensive Pre-Columbian Urban Network in the Amazon
Using lidar technology, researchers discovered evidence of 10,000–24,000 pre-Columbian earthworks in the Amazon basin, revealing sophisticated urban settlements and sustainable land management practices that challenge historical assumptions about the region's human occupation.
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40% Bias Score
Wildfires Intensified by Climate Change Devastate US and Chile
Climate change and poor urban planning are intensifying wildfires, as evidenced by the destruction in Los Angeles (17 million structures affected, at least 28 deaths) and numerous Chilean cities, highlighting the need for preventative measures including better urban planning and public awareness.
Wildfires Intensified by Climate Change Devastate US and Chile
Climate change and poor urban planning are intensifying wildfires, as evidenced by the destruction in Los Angeles (17 million structures affected, at least 28 deaths) and numerous Chilean cities, highlighting the need for preventative measures including better urban planning and public awareness.
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16% Bias Score
Guillotine's Impact: Symbol of Revolution and Modernity's Fragmentation
During the French Revolution, the guillotine's efficiency in public executions at Paris' Place de Grève, reaching up to 50 beheadings in 28 minutes by June 1794, symbolized both revolution and tyranny, significantly impacting French society and inspiring László Földényi's analysis of modernity's fra...
Guillotine's Impact: Symbol of Revolution and Modernity's Fragmentation
During the French Revolution, the guillotine's efficiency in public executions at Paris' Place de Grève, reaching up to 50 beheadings in 28 minutes by June 1794, symbolized both revolution and tyranny, significantly impacting French society and inspiring László Földényi's analysis of modernity's fra...
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48% Bias Score
Eppstein Explores Revitalization Plans Based on Student Proposals
Eppstein, Germany, a town of 13,758 with an aging population and limited commercial activity, is exploring the repurposing of a vacant Sparkassenakademie building and the revitalization of its Rathausplatz, based on proposals from Mainz University students.
Eppstein Explores Revitalization Plans Based on Student Proposals
Eppstein, Germany, a town of 13,758 with an aging population and limited commercial activity, is exploring the repurposing of a vacant Sparkassenakademie building and the revitalization of its Rathausplatz, based on proposals from Mainz University students.
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36% Bias Score
AIA Survey Reveals Shift Towards Smaller, Simpler, and More Resilient Homes
The AIA's 2024 Home Design Trends Survey shows increased demand for smaller, simpler homes with fewer exterior features (35% in 2024 vs 29% in 2023), walkable neighborhoods (46% vs 32%), and multi-generational housing (55% vs 44%), potentially reflecting rising ADU popularity and a need for more res...
AIA Survey Reveals Shift Towards Smaller, Simpler, and More Resilient Homes
The AIA's 2024 Home Design Trends Survey shows increased demand for smaller, simpler homes with fewer exterior features (35% in 2024 vs 29% in 2023), walkable neighborhoods (46% vs 32%), and multi-generational housing (55% vs 44%), potentially reflecting rising ADU popularity and a need for more res...
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36% Bias Score
Frankfurt City Council Approves Bockenheimer Landstraße Redesign Amid Coalition Tensions
The Frankfurt City Council approved a plan to redesign Bockenheimer Landstraße, adding bike lanes and removing a car lane, despite internal coalition disagreements that resulted in several resignations and absences, with a final vote of 47 to 39.
Frankfurt City Council Approves Bockenheimer Landstraße Redesign Amid Coalition Tensions
The Frankfurt City Council approved a plan to redesign Bockenheimer Landstraße, adding bike lanes and removing a car lane, despite internal coalition disagreements that resulted in several resignations and absences, with a final vote of 47 to 39.
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52% Bias Score
Perth CBD Office Vacancy Rate Drops Amid National Increase
Perth's CBD office vacancy rate dropped to 15.1 percent in January 2024, down from 15.5 percent in July 2023, contrasting with a national increase and highlighting a strong in-office work culture and high demand for office space.
Perth CBD Office Vacancy Rate Drops Amid National Increase
Perth's CBD office vacancy rate dropped to 15.1 percent in January 2024, down from 15.5 percent in July 2023, contrasting with a national increase and highlighting a strong in-office work culture and high demand for office space.
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44% Bias Score
Sydney to Increase Housing Density Amidst Evolving Demand
The NSW government plans to build 377,000 new homes in Sydney over five years, focusing on higher-density housing in the CBD and inner suburbs while acknowledging continued demand for larger homes in outer areas, based on a recent survey showing increased support for higher-density living.
Sydney to Increase Housing Density Amidst Evolving Demand
The NSW government plans to build 377,000 new homes in Sydney over five years, focusing on higher-density housing in the CBD and inner suburbs while acknowledging continued demand for larger homes in outer areas, based on a recent survey showing increased support for higher-density living.
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48% Bias Score
Brisbane Council to Reduce Car Parking Requirements for High-Density Developments
Brisbane City Council will vote on Tuesday on a proposal to reduce car park requirements in high-density developments across expanded inner-city areas, including East Brisbane and Woolloongabba, aiming to lower housing costs, with the Labor opposition backing the plan but seeking assurances that sav...
Brisbane Council to Reduce Car Parking Requirements for High-Density Developments
Brisbane City Council will vote on Tuesday on a proposal to reduce car park requirements in high-density developments across expanded inner-city areas, including East Brisbane and Woolloongabba, aiming to lower housing costs, with the Labor opposition backing the plan but seeking assurances that sav...
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36% Bias Score
İzmir's Earthquake Risk Higher Than Istanbul's Due to Soil Conditions and Building Practices
Sinancan Öziçer, head of İzmir's Geophysical Engineers Chamber, warns that İzmir faces a higher earthquake risk than Istanbul due to widespread, deep alluvial soil that amplifies seismic waves, impacting numerous older buildings in densely populated areas, especially in Çiğli, Karşıyaka, Bayraklı, K...
İzmir's Earthquake Risk Higher Than Istanbul's Due to Soil Conditions and Building Practices
Sinancan Öziçer, head of İzmir's Geophysical Engineers Chamber, warns that İzmir faces a higher earthquake risk than Istanbul due to widespread, deep alluvial soil that amplifies seismic waves, impacting numerous older buildings in densely populated areas, especially in Çiğli, Karşıyaka, Bayraklı, K...
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48% Bias Score
Dubai's Booming Economy Strains Infrastructure and Affordability
Dubai's record tourism and immigration, while boosting its economy, are causing severe traffic congestion and rising housing costs, prompting rare public concern from Emirati residents and leading the government to explore high-tech solutions like flying taxis and remote work.
Dubai's Booming Economy Strains Infrastructure and Affordability
Dubai's record tourism and immigration, while boosting its economy, are causing severe traffic congestion and rising housing costs, prompting rare public concern from Emirati residents and leading the government to explore high-tech solutions like flying taxis and remote work.
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56% Bias Score
Spain's CO2 Emission Reduction Plan Hampered by Intercity Travel Challenges
A study reveals that Spain's plan to cut CO2 emissions from transport is hampered by a focus on urban areas, while intercity travel accounts for 42% of transport emissions. Train travel is rarely faster than car travel, even on high-speed routes, limiting the effectiveness of current policies.
Spain's CO2 Emission Reduction Plan Hampered by Intercity Travel Challenges
A study reveals that Spain's plan to cut CO2 emissions from transport is hampered by a focus on urban areas, while intercity travel accounts for 42% of transport emissions. Train travel is rarely faster than car travel, even on high-speed routes, limiting the effectiveness of current policies.
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40% Bias Score
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