Ever wondered how smart cities can get us moving more? A recent study dug into this, using data from China's Family Panel Studies from 2010 to 2020. They found that smart city construction really does make a difference in how much we exercise. The study used a special method called Difference-in-Differences (DID) to see how smart city policies affect people's workout...

Imagine this: a century-old hotel in Minnesota, left empty for years, is getting a new lease on life. The Solem Hotel, built way back in 1919, is being transformed into something amazing - 18 modern apartments! This isn’t just any renovation; it’s happening with the help of some super cool 3D scanning tech. AMI Consulting Engineers and the City of Cloquet are teaming...

In a remarkable display of solidarity, renowned celebrities Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, and Patti Smith have joined forces with New Yorkers to prevent the transformation of the Elizabeth Street Garden, a charming oasis tucked away near Little Italy, into affordable housing. The trio penned letters to Mayor Adams and the New York City Department of Housing Preser...