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Remote teams
fromEarth911
1 week ago

Is Working from Home Really More Sustainable?

Stopping commuting can significantly reduce work-related carbon footprints, but smart home choices and awareness of digital tool impacts are essential.
Remote teams
fromInc
1 week ago

Why Employees Are Giving Up Remote Work and Moving Back to Urban Centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from urban areas is reversing as tightening return-to-office mandates draw employees back to major cities.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban areas due to tightening return-to-office mandates and job availability.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from cities has reversed, with many returning due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban centers due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromBlack Enterprise
6 days ago

Philippines Encourages Work From Home Amid Surging Transportation Costs

Remote work is encouraged in the Philippines to alleviate rising transportation costs due to increased oil prices from the Middle East conflict.
Remote teams
fromEarth911
1 week ago

Is Working from Home Really More Sustainable?

Stopping commuting can significantly reduce work-related carbon footprints, but smart home choices and awareness of digital tool impacts are essential.
Remote teams
fromInc
1 week ago

Why Employees Are Giving Up Remote Work and Moving Back to Urban Centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from urban areas is reversing as tightening return-to-office mandates draw employees back to major cities.
Austin
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
#cycling
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

How Paris swapped cars for bikes and transformed its streets

Paris has transformed into a more bike-friendly city, reducing car dominance and enhancing livability under Mayor Anne Hidalgo's leadership.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

How Paris swapped cars for bikes and transformed its streets

Paris has transformed into a more bike-friendly city, reducing car dominance and enhancing livability under Mayor Anne Hidalgo's leadership.
Brooklyn
fromUrbanplacesandspaces
2 days ago

Rebuilding Place in the Urban Space

Siloed transit planning hinders effective connections between projects like IBX and Penn Station Access, limiting regional transit network potential.
Design
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Future of Brain Health Is Architecture

The built environment significantly influences mental health, mood, and performance, with neuroscience guiding design for improved well-being.
#data-centers
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago
Data science

People would rather have an Amazon warehouse in their backyard than a data center | TechCrunch

Silicon Valley
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

'You're a liar.' Why the world's biggest building boom has run into a wall in California

Public opposition to data centers in California is rising, impacting investment and job creation in the state.
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago
Data science

People would rather have an Amazon warehouse in their backyard than a data center | TechCrunch

Silicon Valley
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

'You're a liar.' Why the world's biggest building boom has run into a wall in California

Public opposition to data centers in California is rising, impacting investment and job creation in the state.
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

AOC urges Hochul to scrap plan that would widen Cross Bronx Expressway | amNewYork

Ocasio-Cortez emphasized the need to protect the community, stating, 'On behalf of my constituents and nearly 64,000 local residents impacted by this project, I am requesting that your administration reject any plans to expand the Cross Bronx Expressway beyond its current footprint.'
NYC politics
Environment
from99% Invisible
2 days ago

Service Request #4: How Does the Grid in Phoenix Work? - 99% Invisible

Phoenix's extreme summer heat underscores the critical importance of a reliable electrical grid for survival.
NYC music
fromStreetsblog California
3 days ago

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

Streetsblog NYC announced a themed action movie starring Sebastian Stan, alongside updates on videos and federal land fracking proposals.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Editorial | Finding the fare' way forward, for New Yorkers and the budget | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's plan for a fare-free bus system faces funding challenges, but the City Council proposes expanding the Fair Fares program for low-income New Yorkers.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

The Ford government wants the power to set transit fares in Ontario | CBC News

The Ontario government proposes to regulate transit fares to create a unified fare structure across the province.
London food
fromTime Out London
2 days ago

The 14 best places to live near London in 2026 - top commuter towns according to the Sunday Times

Home Counties offer ideal suburban living with good transport links, amenities, and charm, making them attractive alternatives for Londoners.
Digital life
fromHuffPost UK
2 days ago

What Is 'Deadzoning'? The 2026 Travel Trend All About Logging Off For Real

Deadzoning is a cultural shift towards disconnecting during travel to combat burnout and prioritize mental health over constant connectivity.
London
fromianVisits
2 days ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including pay rises for staff and new train services.
fromPhilosophynow
4 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

National app could end parking headaches for drivers

The National Parking Platform initiative aims to simplify parking payments by allowing drivers to use one app for multiple services.
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

"DTF St. Louis" and the New Story of the Suburbs

'They are small stakes, but, of course, everything that is quintessentially American—property, the right to violence, the right to protect land—are all intensely operative in this space.'
Television
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Can we design trouble out of the 16th St. BART plazas?

A major redesign plan for the 16th St. BART plazas is set to begin, focusing on community engagement and improved public space aesthetics.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

What to know about the MBTA's free and discounted commuter rail plans for summer

"As we prepare for events like the World Cup, MA250, Tall Ships, and for millions of visitors to experience all that Massachusetts has to offer, we want to thank our regular riders that rely on us 365 days a year for your patience and continuing to choose transit during this unprecedented summer."
Boston
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

How realistic is it to move Madison Square Garden to fix Penn Station? Here's the not-so-simple answer.

The Grand Penn proposal would move Madison Square Garden across Seventh Avenue, onto or near the former Hotel Pennsylvania site, and use the freed-up space above Penn Station to build a much grander, roomier train hall.
New York Knicks
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days ago

Transit Safety For the People, By the People - Streetsblog USA

The RIDER Safety Act proposes hiring transit ambassadors to enhance safety in public transit without police involvement.
#high-speed-rail
NYC real estate
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

How to Keep the Suburbs Tenant-Free

The rise of corporate landlords is reshaping suburban housing, increasing rental options but facing potential legislative challenges.
#fertility
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

New SFMTA traffic map shows SF streets with highest injuries for pedestrians and cyclists

SFMTA released a map highlighting high-collision areas for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists in San Francisco.
Real estate
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The housing squeeze is quietly reshaping where Americans can live and work

Finding affordable housing is a significant challenge for various groups of renters in the U.S. economy.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Cultural Centers Beyond the Building: 6 Unbuilt Projects Integrating Landscape

Cultural centers are evolving to reflect diverse architectural explorations and redefine public institutions' roles in various contexts.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

State Bill Would Stop Highway Expansions Near Vulnerable New Yorkers - Streetsblog New York City

New York State will halt highway expansions near public housing and asthma hotspots to protect vulnerable communities from pollution.
New York City
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

City Council adds free transit proposal to its preliminary budget response

City Council proposes an alternative budget to address a $6 billion shortfall without raising taxes or cutting essential services.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

DOT's Greenpoint Greenway Project Doesn't Dream Big Enough - Streetsblog New York City

The new Brooklyn waterfront greenway project on Commercial Street is insufficient to meet the growing demand for pedestrian and bike space.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Amid slowdown, developers set to sell part of dormant Dorchester megaproject

Developers are scaling back plans for Dorchester Bay City and putting a significant portion of the site up for sale due to market challenges.
London food
fromianVisits
4 days ago

Over 8.6 million journeys made as contactless rail spreads across South East

The expansion of contactless travel tickets in the South East has recorded over 8.6 million journeys by February 2026.
fromFast Company
5 days ago

How Paris redesigned itself to be a city of bikes-not cars

"This project is symbolic of what we've done over the last 12 years, reshaping the streets and the city," Christophe Najovski, the city's deputy mayor in charge of green spaces, stated during the opening ceremony.
Paris food
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

'BPS transportation is failing us': School bus delays have Boston parents calling for change

Thousands of students face delays in school transportation despite claims of improved on-time performance by Boston Public Schools.
Environment
fromNature
6 days ago

How buildings and cities can be aligned with life

Buildings currently harm the environment, but regenerative design can restore ecological systems and reduce waste through nature-inspired strategies.
fromKqed
6 days ago

As Kaiser's Presence in Downtown Oakland Dwindles, So Does Foot Traffic | KQED

Kaiser Permanente has been steadily shrinking its local office presence in recent years, contributing to quieter streets and struggling small businesses in the city's core.
East Bay (California)
Canada news
fromThe Globe and Mail
1 week ago

Officials urge people to take transit or work from home to avoid World Cup congestion

Toronto is implementing a comprehensive transportation plan for the World Cup to prevent congestion and ensure smooth movement of crowds.
London startup
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Home working, long leases and rise of parking apps - what went wrong for NCP

National Car Parks collapsed due to reduced demand from flexible working, high costs, and changing consumer habits.
#public-transit
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Op-Ed: Let's Make Transit Work for Marin - Streetsblog San Francisco

Golden Gate Transit will cut service to Spencer Avenue bus pads, creating a transit desert in a previously transit-rich area.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Op-Ed: Let's Make Transit Work for Marin - Streetsblog San Francisco

Golden Gate Transit will cut service to Spencer Avenue bus pads, creating a transit desert in a previously transit-rich area.
New York City
fromHoodline
5 days ago

PATH Commute From Jersey City to WTC Back on Track After Terminal Fix

PATH service between Journal Square and World Trade Center resumed normal operations after mechanical issues were resolved.
fromMoneywise
2 days ago

With gas prices spiking, you now have a new reason to ask your boss to work from home

If the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, I'll be happy if they only stayed at $4 a gallon. This situation is bound to impact budgets for commuters significantly.
Remote teams
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

This Massachusetts commute ranks as the most stressful, poll finds

A new poll from personal injury law firm Munley Law, polled more than 3,000 workers across the U.S who drive to work. They were asked to identify the roads in their state that "consistently raise their blood pressure" and leave them "angriest behind the wheel due to congestion, bottlenecks, aggressive driving, or unpredictable delays."
Boston food
#congestion-pricing
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago
New York City

Transit officials announce clean air investments in South Bronx thanks to congestion pricing revenue | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

Congestion pricing: NYC subways saw millions more riders during Manhattan toll program's first year, transit group finds | amNewYork

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Transit officials announce clean air investments in South Bronx thanks to congestion pricing revenue | amNewYork

Congestion pricing funds will replace diesel trucks with hybrid models to reduce air pollution in the city.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Expert Analysis | Congestion pricing survives federal challenge for now | amNewYork

The court upheld New York City's congestion pricing program, rejecting attempts by the U.S. Department of Transportation to rescind federal approval.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Congestion pricing: NYC subways saw millions more riders during Manhattan toll program's first year, transit group finds | amNewYork

New York's congestion pricing program drove a 7.7% increase in subway ridership to 1.3 billion rides in its first year, with over 90 million additional trips compared to the previous year.
Real estate
fromInc
2 weeks ago

Why Connectivity Is the New 'Location' in Commercial Real Estate

Digital infrastructure and connectivity now rival or surpass traditional location as the primary factor determining real estate value for business properties, with 96% of U.S. business leaders willing to pay premium prices for reliable connectivity.
Remote teams
fromAxios
3 days ago

Office vacancies hit record high

Companies are reducing office space needs due to a shift towards remote and hybrid work models post-pandemic.
New York City
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

NYC is so broke, the Brooklyn Bridge might get roommates

The City Council proposes renting hidden rooms in the Brooklyn Bridge to generate revenue for New York City.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
4 days ago

NYC's poorest residents would get free subway and bus rides under Council plan

Nearly 1 million low-income New Yorkers may receive free subway and bus rides under a proposed expansion of the Fair Fares program.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Not carpooling? You may soon be able to use HOV lanes anyway in off-peak hours | CBC News

Gridlock is costing our economy billions of dollars every year and robbing Ontario drivers of valuable time and quality of life. He added the changes would help keep drivers moving across the province.
Canada news
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

How a 'Universal Basic Neighborhood' Can Help Americans Live Longer - Streetsblog USA

Universal Basic Neighborhood aims to ensure healthy living conditions and mobility for all U.S. residents, enhancing life expectancy beyond just financial support.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Wednesday's Headlines: We 404'd The Times Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The New York Times often fails to credit Streetsblog for local coverage, relying instead on their content management system for information.
Remote teams
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Remote or not, workers are drifting back toward the city

Post-pandemic, workers are returning closer to urban centers due to return-to-office mandates and a desire for proximity to major cities.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

UCLA Study Shows How Ambiguous Definition of 'Major Transit Stop' Creates Wiggle Room for Municipalities - Streetsblog California

UCLA's research indicates that if the area surrounding a transit stop is included in the definition, it could add more than 1.3 million acres of land statewide where housing bonuses would apply, nearly tripling the amount of land currently eligible.
Alternative transportation
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Wednesday Headlines: New York For All Edition - Streetsblog Empire State

State lawmakers are advocating for immigration protections for deliveristas to prevent collaboration between local officials and immigration enforcement.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Why Some Congresspeople Want to Go Big on Greenways - Streetsblog USA

The Parks to People Act proposes $300 million in federal funding for walking and biking infrastructure as essential transportation tools, despite political opposition dismissing them as distractions.
US politics
fromwww.njspotlightnews.org
1 month ago

Gateway is a pain - for now. Here's how it will make your life better

The new Portal Bridge will eliminate a key bottleneck on the Northeast Corridor and advance Amtrak's $16 billion Gateway project despite funding disputes delaying completion.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 weeks ago

Opinion: Hochul Must Rescue New York Transit Riders From a Wider Cross Bronx Expressway

The governor must prioritize reducing vehicle miles traveled and improving public transit options for New Yorkers.
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

Mobility Justice: Urban Equity in an Era of Innovation

Every city contains two transportation systems. One is the visible network of roads, rail lines, sidewalks, and bus routes mapped in planning documents. The other is the invisible geography of privilege and exclusion embedded within it: the neighborhoods that received highways instead of parks, the communities whose bus routes were cut, the sidewalks that abruptly end at the edge of a district.
Alternative transportation
fromForbes
1 month ago

Transit-Oriented Housing On Track For Continued Growth

Once a nice-to-have niche urban design concept, TOD has become an essential part of many urban neighborhoods. It has helped address the shortage of housing by enabling the development of higher-density residential communities near transit stations. It has helped revitalize countless once-deteriorating or static urban enclaves near transit hubs by activating sidewalks near the developments. And it has spurred walking and transit use, enabling residents of TODs to reduce or eliminate automobile dependency.
Real estate
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

When The Suburbs Want To Opt Out of Funding Regional Transit - Streetsblog USA

A vote six years in the making that would decimate the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system might soon be called off, potentially averting a major funding crisis for the agency - though advocates say there's more work to be done to make sure every DFW resident has the mass mobility options they deserve. Since the beginning of the decade, a handful of wealthy, sprawling suburban cities in the greater Dallas metro have been fighting
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Call for congestion charges on evening rush hour

More cars entered central London after 18:00 than during the morning, prompting calls to reinstate evening Congestion Charge hours.
US news
fromWSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta
1 month ago

ARC commuter survey reveals new traffic conditions in wake of telework, flexible hours, hybrid jobs

Telework in metro Atlanta increased to 60% occasionally and 20% full-time, reducing average commute times by about five minutes and spreading rush hour.
New York City
fromWSOC TV
1 month ago

Small towns around Charlotte face worst commutes, data shows

York, South Carolina has the most difficult commute in the Charlotte metropolitan area, with 14.5% of workers commuting over one hour and travel times increasing by more than 6 minutes over five years.
Public health
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Want more people to use public transit? Make it safer

Perceived and actual safety concerns, plus infrastructure gaps, drive people away from cycling and transit toward personal cars; safe-systems measures including enforcement are needed.
US news
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Americans relocate less, favor nearby cities over long-distance moves

Americans are moving less over long distances and increasingly trade nearby cities within the same census region, favoring proximity to family, jobs, and familiar surroundings.
Digital life
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months ago

Stuck in a London Traffic Jam - How to Stay Chill

London drivers lost 91 hours to traffic, 10‑km trips average over 33 minutes; commuters cope with mobile gaming, music, podcasts, language apps, and phone calls.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

The impact of road signs on economic development

When routes are well organized, there are clear directional signs, and speed limits become reasonable. The early installation of warning signs allows transport companies to plan deliveries more accurately and avoid delays. For businesses, time is money. When a truck carrying goods does not spend hours detouring due to an unclear traffic scheme or stuck in traffic where it could have been avoided thanks to competent traffic management, fuel costs, driver wages, and vehicle maintenance costs are reduced.
Alternative transportation
Public health
fromBloomberg.com
2 months ago

New York City's Worst Highways Can Lead Somewhere Better

Residents of Los Sures face ongoing harmful noise and air pollution from the Roebling Street onramp that burdens playgrounds and public spaces.
Environment
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Confirmed: Non-Driving Infrastructure Creates 'Induced Demand,' Too - Streetsblog USA

Building high-quality multimodal infrastructure increases cycling and transit use and can reduce car travel when combined with supportive policies.
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