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BIG and SCAPE Reimagine Decommissioned Power Plant into a Public Destination in Connecticut, US

Archdaily.com 

Landscape architecture firm SCAPE together with Bjarke Ingels Group have announced plans to transform Connecticut's Manresa Island into a public-oriented development as a hub for learning, exploration, and community engagement. Originally slanted for private waterfront housing, the new scheme aims to open up the area as a public park with ample waterfront access, a project led by SCAPE. Additionally, the decommissioned coal-fired power plant is set to be converted by BIG into a community hub for multiple activities including swimming... Читать дальше...

UK revises down economic growth but signs of strength remain

Cyprus Mail 

Britain’s economy grew more slowly than previously thought in the second quarter, but there were positive signs from household finances and business investment that could encourage finance minister Rachel Reeves as she prepares next month’s budget. Economic output expanded by 0.5 per cent in the April-to-June period, the Office for National Statistics said on Monday. […]

Multiple people killed in attack in Israel's Jaffa, police say

BangkokPost.com 

At least six people were killed and nine wounded in a suspected shooting and stabbing terror attack in Jaffa, Tel Aviv, on Tuesday (October 1), Israeli police said. The attack took place minutes before Iran launched a barrage of missiles at Israel. - REUTERS

India can emerge as a hub for green shipbuilding: Maritime expert

Business Standard 

India has "great potential" to emerge as a hub for green shipbuilding, backed by the government's strong focus on alternative fuels and renewable energy, a maritime industry expert said on Wednesday. Modernisation and upgradation of Indian shipyards is in progress, while older dockyards are being assessed for reopening and adding more capacities for green shipbuilding given a strong pickup in global demand, said Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, Regional Manager South East Asia, Pacific & India... Читать дальше...

Will iPhone 16 become a new milestone for India's quick commerce?

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Indians are rapidly ordering iPhone 16 via quick commerce platforms like Bigbasket and Blinkit, delivered within 10 minutes. These platforms, traditionally focused on groceries, are now eyeing high-value goods. Despite a successful start, challenges like logistics, cost structures, and consumer preferences for inspecting large appliances remain.

Falklands, "Ring of Fire" solar eclipse begins peaking at 17:30

«MercoPress» (en) 

This Wednesday afternoon a spectacular "ring of fire" annular solar eclipse will be visible for some parts of South America. While southern Chile and Argentina, Patagonia, will see a ring of the Sun as the Moon passes in front of it, those in the Falklands Islands will see a large solar eclipse.

Africa roads among world's deadliest despite few cars

France24.com (en) 

As everywhere, speed, alcohol and not wearing a seat belt or helmet are among the main causes of death and injury, say experts. But in Africa, where there are 620 traffic deaths every day, these problems are compounded by bad roads, outdated vehicles, minimal prosecutions and a shortage of emergency services. A recent World Health Organisation report found that Africa surpassed the rest of the world, including Southeast Asia -- which recorded the most road deaths -- with a record ratio of 19.5 people killed per 100,000 inhabitants in 2021. Читать дальше...

Vance refuses to say Trump lost in 2020

The Moderate Voice 

For context, I was a high school debater on a winning team. I was immediately turned off by the slick spiel that marked Sen. JD Vance’s performance as he “debated” (not really) Gov. Tim Walz. This was the defining moment, and it came as the debate wrapped up: Walz asked Vance if Trump had lost […]

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