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- loanDepot’s Frank Martell on building lifelong consumer relationships through technology NEWIn this week’s episode of the Power House podcast, HousingWire President Diego Sanchez sits down for a tantalizing conversation with Frank Martell, the president and CEO of loanDepot, to discuss the company’s profitability in the third quarter of 2024 and its Project North Star growth plan for 2025.
- Sizing Minisplit Mitsubishi Heatpump NEWI live in a townhouse in the Northeast, that is 1100 sq feet. 550 down, 550 up. Kitchen, living room downstairs, 1 window kitchen, 1 slider livingroom,; a passthrough between…
- Option to add thermal mass to 480 sqft additionHello all.Here is an interesting holiday question, with some background first:We are in the (slow) process of building a 20’x24’ stand alone addition to our small house, which will be…
- Opinion on a wall assemblyI have a question regarding a wall assembly. I am in climate zone 6a. My intended wall assembly from outside in is vinyl siding, furring for air path, 3 inches…
- Housing market data positive despite Powell’s Grinch actFed Chairman Jerome Powell played the Grinch last week, but there are plenty of positive signals in the housing market data headed into 2025.
- Two charts that explain why Texas housing markets have stalledRelatively cheap housing, low taxes, looser COVID-19 restrictions and an influx of major employers turned Texas housing markets into hotspots after the pandemic began in March 2020.
- How the Federal Reserve's rate policy affects mortgagesQuantitative tightening at the Federal Reserve may keep upward pressure on 30-year fixed mortgage rates for the foreseeable future.
- How can FAJ Technical Services LLC assist with Siemens washing machine repair in Dubai?FAJ Technical Services LLC offers expert <a href=“https://shorturl.at/wy5sG”>Siemens washing machine repair</a> in Dubai. Our team handles issues like drum problems, leaks, and electrical faults, ensuring efficient repairs to restore your…
- 5 best online Florida estate schools for 2025We rigorously reviewed the best online real estate schools in Florida to help you launch a new career with ease and confidence.
- The Fed cut interest rates but mortgage costs jumped. Here's whyThe average 30-year fixed mortgage rate spiked after the Federal Reserve cut rates. Experts say expectations for rate cuts in 2025 fueled the jump.
- Anywhere settles lawsuit tied to Telephone Consumer Protection Act complaintAfter more than five years of back and forth, Anywhere and the plaintiffs in the Bumpus Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) suit have finally reached a proposed settlement.
- Pacific Northwest: Insulating a detached garageClimate zone 4, the Pacific Northwest: I have a detached garage that has no insulation, other than in the roof. We store things there and they are covered with mold…
- Investor purchases are sinking with the housing market at largeAccording to data from CoreLogic, investor purchases have tracked closely with consumer home sales, and the share of home sales attributable to investors is down as well.
- Keller Williams expands in Milwaukee with addition of Houseworks CollectiveKeller Williams will add Milwaukee-based Houseworks Collective, a leading real estate team that has $118 million in sales volume since 2023.
- Trade groups push for flood insurance extension ahead of potential government shutdownWith a federal government shutdown looming, housing and insurance groups are urging an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program.
- Rocket Companies’ Bill Emerson on HUD lawsuit: ‘We want the correct party responsible, not us’On the HousingWire Daily podcast, Rocket Companies President Bill Emerson details the company’s recent lawsuit against HUD.
- What real estate leaders need to know about the 2025 housing marketDespite 2025 housing market predictions changing fast, there are still key themes and trends for real estate leaders to watch to best serve their clients and business.
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- FHFA finalizes new housing goals for Fannie Mae, Freddie MacIn a final rule, FHFA's guidance is broadly similar to proposed goals announced this past summer for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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- 2024 Third Quarter State-Level GDP DataReal gross domestic product (GDP) increased in 45 states and the District of Columbia in the third quarter of 2024 compared to the second quarter of 2024 according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). Iowa reported no change during this time. The percent change in real GDP ranged from a 6.9 percent increase...
- Homebuilders are using more buyer incentives since the electionZonda reported that new-home sales increased in November as 23% of builders lowered prices, up from 18% in October.
- NKBA Report: Kitchens Are Getting EclecticNKBA Report: Kitchens Are Getting Eclectic
- Ginnie Mae exec who helped launch MBS issuer scorecard announces retirementGinnie Mae’s Leslie Meaux Pordzik is retiring after a 36-year career during which she helped launch the company’s first MBS issuer scorecard.
- Penetration suggestion for air sealingin my old 1930 house I have this penetration where my ductwork goes from the furnace plenum into the unconditioned attic. I'm not sure the best way to air seal…
- Tankless Electric HWH w/ Battery ‘grid buffer’?Hi, I have been searching to see if this exists or if this is just a hair-brained idea. I recently came across a stove - the very high end 'Impulse'…
- Pairing cold climate outdoor heat pump with compact ducted air handlerHi all,I am looking for a compact ducted air handler to serve two small bedrooms in my house. According to the Manual J heat load calculation, they have a combined…
- The leadership deficiency in the mortgage industry: How we got here and how we can fix it When people say, “There’s no such thing as a perfect company,” are they really acknowledging an inherent flaw—or are they feeling the void left by inadequate leadership? This is especially evident in the mortgage industry, where “leadership” is a term often thrown around but rarely understood in its full capacity.
- Finding Air Leaks with Ultrasonic EquipmentTesting a building enclosure's air leakage rate by measuring sound wave frequency
- CEI – combining different types of insulationHi---I need some direction on my wall assembly. I am building a Passiv type home in the mountains West of Denver - climate zone 5. The exterior wall is framed…
- Manual J QuestionI am in the beginning stages of designing a house and I am doing a Manual J calculation to help inform the design. I would like to be able to…
- 5 best Arizona real estate schools for 2025We've pinpointed the best online programs to complete your 96-hour course at an approved Arizona real estate school.
- Housing inventory is down everywhere except in pandemic hotspots. Here’s why.Housing inventory shortages have stifled the market for years, but supply is rising in states that experienced inbound migration spikes during the pandemic.
- New Hampshire’s hot housing market has the state in crisis modeThe state’s population and economic growth are contributing to a housing crisis, which could spill into an economic crisis if action isn’t taken.
- installing windowsBest tape to install a window to air seal in an existing wood frame house
- Origins: When a reverse mortgage saved a client from bankruptcyRick Rodriguez of VIP Mortgage shares his story of getting into the reverse mortgage business and becoming a product proponent.
- Skylight detail on unvented cathedral ceilingHi All,I have an upcoming renovation plus addition project in coastal Maine (6A) where the architect has specced unvented cathedral ceilings with 4" of foil faced polyiso above the roof…
- All those 2025 mortgage rates forecasts are now wrongIt’s late December so all the 2025 mortgage rate forecasts have been published. Unfortunately, all of them are already wrong.
- Longbridge parent issues $243M private reverse mortgage securitizationEllington Financial, the parent company of major reverse mortgage lender and servicer Longbridge Financial, announced this week that it has issued a $243 million proprietary reverse mortgage securitization backed entirely by Longbridge’s “Platinum” product line.
- SHGC for shaded windows in warm climatesI'm designing a home in the South (DFW area). I have well shaded window locations (either via overhangs on the south or trees to the east/west). Typically in a warm…
- HUD awards $225M to preserve and renovate manufactured homes across 26 statesThe funding will support the renovation and preservation of manufactured homes, which the White House hopes will address supply shortages.
- Better.com hires Misti Snow as SVP of operationsIn her new role, Snow will report directly to Better President Chad Smith and will help to run the Tinman proprietary loan platform.
- Real Brokerage adds 400-agent Urban Nest Realty in Las VegasThe Real Brokerage is continuing its trend of affiliate growth by adding the 400 agents at top-producing Urban Nest Realty in Las Vegas.
- FHFA says it prevented 43K foreclosures in Q3, but new cases rose 27%FHFA has helped prevent more than 7 million foreclosures since 2008, but new foreclosure starts rose by 27% in Q3 2024.
- Existing Home Sales Increase in NovemberDespite higher mortgage rates and elevated home prices, existing home sales jumped to an 8-month high in November, marking the second month of annual increase in more than three years, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). While inventory improves and the Fed continues lowering rates, the market faces headwinds as mortgage rates are...
- November home sales surged more than expected, boosted by lower mortgage ratesSales of previously owned homes rose 4.8% in November compared with October, according to the National Association of Realtors
- We're buying the recent dips on 2 stocks in the most oversold market in over a yearThese purchases are being made out of discipline to the S&P 500 Short Range Oscillator.
- Ventilating dehumidifier vs ERV + dehumidifier for hot humid climate3700 sf house in Houston, getting completly gutted and renovated. Goal is to be as air tight as possible when done. The entire house will be conditioned space, unvented roof…
- Construction Starts Increase 5% in November Nonbuilding starts drive month-over-month expansion BEDFORD, MA —December 19, 2024 — Total construction starts increased 5% in November to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.2 trillion, according to... The post Construction Starts Increase 5% in November appeared first on Dodge Construction Network.
- Converting shop with uninsulated concrete floor into living space?I've decided to convert my shop and carport into a small (480 sq ft) home so my young adult daughter has her own space. When and if she decides to…
- Housing issues the incoming administration needs to prioritizeThe 2024 election cycle revealed how much housing affordability matters to the American public. It is a key issue that cuts across geographic, racial, generational, and economic divides. When the Trump administration steps into office on January 20, homeownership should be one of the top priorities for the administration’s first 100 days.
- HousingWire Spotlight: Mortgage Mavericks, The People of PollyWhat drives the secondary market and mortgage industry’s top innovators? This series unveils the personal and professional moments shaping Polly’s executive team and their vision for a better mortgage future. Dive into the lives of Polly’s executive team in this 4 episode docuseries. Inspired by ESPN’s 30 for 30, these four short episodes explore the…
- Reinventing MLSs: Embracing collaboration and seizing the rental opportunity in 2025In a rapidly evolving real estate market, Multiple Listing Services (MLSs) face a pivotal moment. Amid industry-wide challenges, such as commission lawsuits and post-pandemic housing market shifts, MLSs must embrace reinvention.
- Piecewise Insulation and Moisture-Mitigation PlanningWe are currently tackling a renovation project for a 1910 three-wythe brick home with embedded joists in Climate Zone 4A. Unfortunately, our small bathroom renovation revealed mold issues when the…
- Everyday Causes of Bad Indoor Air QualityThe ticket to good indoor air quality, in large part, is paying attention to our behaviors as home occupants
- Open-loop water source heat pump valves keep failing.We have an open loop water source heat pump. Our water is pumped out of a well, circulates through the system, and is pumped out. The open and close valves…
- How to get a real estate license in FloridaWe explain the costs, time commitment, and steps required to become a real estate agent in Florida.
- The power of gratitude in leadership Great leadership isn’t about being the smartest person in the room or having all the answers— it’s about creating an environment where people feel valued, inspired, and empowered to do their best work. Gratitude is one of the most powerful tools a leader can use to build that environment. It costs nothing but has the…
- Broan one ERVHas anyone installed the newer Broan one ERV? Looks easier to install, more efficient, smaller unit etc. Wondering if anyone has any experience with it so far on if it…
- D’mand or Aquamotion for faster hot water questions: We have new construction slab on grade with in floor heat. Our kitchen will have over 50’ of pex connected to 150,000 BTU tankless on demand hot water combo boiler…
- Ginnie Mae annual report touts HMBS 2.0 work as commitment to reverse mortgage spaceIn its year-end financial report, Ginnie Mae said its work on HMBS 2.0 demonstrates its commitment to the reverse mortgage industry.
- Powell’s remarks shoot mortgage rates higherRemarks by Federal Reserve Chairman Powell during the Q&A presser sent the 10-year yield and mortgage rates higher.
- CreditXpert announces launch date for new credit optimization platformThe company is sunsetting a pair of tools as it focuses on credit optimization rather than traditional credit repairs.
- ICE, Sagent are expanding their footprints with new officesICE is moving the headquarters of its mortgage technology division to Jacksonville, while Sagent is opening a new office in Dallas.
- ICE, Sagent are expanding their footprints with new officesICE is moving the headquarters of its mortgage technology division to Jacksonville, while Sagent is opening a new office in Dallas.
- Could ‘cottage courts’ be a solution for aging in place?Some see "cottage courts" as a solution for seniors seeking to age in place, but a debate about them is playing out in a South Carolina town.
- CFPB calls out mortgage servicers for ‘doom loop’A CFPB report finds that homeowners can be thrown into a "customer service doom loop" after divorce or a spouse's death.
- Rim joistI have read the articles questions and answers and am a little unsure what to do in my situation. I have an older log home with a timberstrand engineered rim…
- open cell foam and baffles for kneewallHello,Baltimore county Maryland.Im having dust issues in my bedroom whenever I exhause air via bathroom fan/window fan. I got a blower test done and we believe the main issue is…
- Success Real Estate in Boston mysteriously shuts downBroker Steve Webster told agents that SUCCESS Real Estate was closing over the weekend. Sources blame an alleged embezzlement scheme.
- The Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by another quarter point. Here's what that means for youThe central bank has now shaved a full percentage off its benchmark rate since September. Here's what it means for your borrowing costs.
- Blueprint for Recovery: AIA ABI Index Report Unveils Emerging Opportunities in ArchitectureBlueprint for Recovery: AIA ABI Index Report Unveils Emerging Opportunities in Architecture
- Fed Cuts But Signals Slowing Pace of Easing AheadIn a widely anticipated move, the Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) reduced the short-term federal funds rate by an additional 25 basis points at the conclusion of its December meeting. This policy move reduces the top target rate to 4.5%. However, the Fed’s newly published forward-looking projections also noted a reduction in the...
- Ginnie Mae report illustrates portfolio growth, direct contribution to government earningsGovernment-owned company Ginnie Mae, which oversees the secondary mortgage market and provides a guarantee for a large segment of home loans, released a fiscal year 2024 financial report this week that shows positive results.
- Moisture control for retrofit double studded walledited this as I am exploring a double studded wall. My question here is about moisture concerns.We’re designing a 2 car garage conversion to an apartment. Our primary design goal…
- How to get a real estate license in New YorkWant to learn how to become a real estate agent in NY? We'll take you through the steps and provide all the links and resources you'll need to get started.
- New real estate platform Oyssey aims to ‘replace Zillow’Oyssey aims to “replace Zillow, who, in our opinion, has missed every opportunity to provide real value for buyers,” according to its CEO.
- American homeowners are wasting more space than ever beforeThe number of extra bedrooms — defined as a bedroom in excess of the number of people in a home, and even including one for an office — has reached a new high.
- Extra space for insulation in joistsI'm insulating a floor that's above an uninsulated garage. I have 2x10 joists. I got R30 rockwool as that was the thickest one I could easily get. According to the…
- These are the top 10 'housing hot spots' for 2025 — none are in FloridaIt's too soon to tell if 2025 will be a housing market favoring buyers or sellers. But some areas could offer affordable conditions, according to experts.
- Single-Family Starts Posts Solid Gain While Multifamily FaltersOngoing lean levels of single-family existing home inventory helped to boost single-family production in November, while overall housing production fell because of a double-digit percentage drop in multifamily construction. Overall housing starts decreased 1.8% in November to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.29 million units, according to a report from the U.S. Department of...
- Property Taxes Revenue Surpasses $200 BillionState & local tax revenue from property taxes paid reached $203.9 billion in the third quarter of 2024 (seasonally adjusted), according to the Census Bureau’s quarterly summary of state & local tax revenue. This marks a 2.8% increase from the revised $198.3 billion in the second quarter of 2024 and also marks the first quarter where...
- Citi looks to grow market share with mortgage.com platformCiti's new platform will feature tools like real-time rate comparisons and educational, digital content to guide borrowers and homeowners.
- Mortgage demand drops for the first time in 5 weeks, after interest rates riseTotal application volume fell 0.7% compared with the previous week, according to the MBA's seasonally adjusted index. That was the first decline in five weeks.
- Radon remediation in 1832 bank homeHi (and thank you in advance for any suggestions!) Turning to the experts as the radon mitigation companies we have spoken with are at a loss for solutions. We own a…
- Building to the Fortified Home StandardA trip to the Gulf Coast underscores the harrowing complexities of hurricane damage and demonstrates best practices for protecting homes from severe weather events
- 5 best online real estate courses in New York for 2025We pinpointed the best online real estate courses in New York to help you get licensed quickly & kickstart a new career.
- New apartment construction hasn’t lowered rents in many areasRedfin reported a 18-month high in asking rent prices for new construction apartments. Can low-income workers keep up in 2025?
- Sealing a new hole in existing rain screen sidingWe have fiber broadband being installed in our neighborhood over the coming weeks, and I'm thinking about how to get the cable into the house and then sealing it more…
- Reverse mortgage book inside MMI Fund continues to evolveThe FHA said the estimated economic net worth of the HECM MMI stood at $17.4 million this year, up from $15.4 million last year.
- Running ERV UnbalancedMy house is reasonably airtight (at least for one built in 1960): 1.8 ACH50, 300 CFM50. I was curious how many Pascals my house was under normal conditions so I used…
- Another Fed rate cut is expected Wednesday, but mortgage rates aren’t likely to tumbleMortgage rates haven’t moved in tandem with recent Fed rate cuts. Don’t expect that pattern to change much after policymakers meet Wednesday.
- Any Experience or Thoughts on Pioneer ECOasis 50 and 150 ERVsDo any of you out there have experience with either of these models from Pioneer? We are doing radiant heat in climate zone 7 and don't want a full ducted…
- How has Tampa’s housing market fared since Hurricane Milton?In the days leading up to Hurricane Milton, housing markets in the Tampa area came to a standstill. How have they fared since Milton passed?
- Fairway reverse division honors longtime pro with lifetime achievement award“Pistol Pete” Stebbins, 90, was honored with a lifetime achievement award from Fairway's reverse division in recognition of a 40-year career.
- CFPB rule applies mortgage protections to clean energy loansThe CFPB finalized a rule to protect borrowers of PACE loans, which are designed to pay for home upgrades through clean energy technology.
- Advice on setting balance points for hybrid heat pump/propane furnaceHi I'm trying to figure out how to maximize the economic efficiency of my new hybrid heating system. I want to set it to switchover to maximize energy savings. EX heat…
- After taking morning profits, we're afternoon buyers of 2 stocks in an oversold marketThis is our second trade alert of the day.
- FHFA data on non-performing loan sales reflects fewer delinquencies since pandemicThe Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) on Tuesday released an update about the sales of non-performing loans (NPLs) through the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs), saying the data has shown a steady drop in mortgage delinquencies since the start of COVID-19 pandemic.
- The physics of random stacking: Perspectives on stability and chaosPile up blocks until the tower collapses. But why does the tower always end up collapsing? Is it possible that it can be built ad infinitum? A new study explores the fascinating and complex dynamics of the stacking of blocks subjected to hazards.
- Side files preliminary injunction against Alexander brothers in wake of arrestsSide has filed a preliminary injunction against Tal and Oren Alexander and their brokerage, Official Partners, that seeks to prevent them from dissipating, hiding or moving collateral for a loan that Side claims the brothers have defaulted on.
- Injection open cell foam for Michigan 1990s home without exterior home wrap?I have a 1990s house in Michigan. I have fiberglass insulation in the walls, which is not terribly effective and results in some cold spots and draftiness in the winter.…
- Mortgage demand for new homes is slowing, but the market is still warmMBA estimates that sales of new single-family homes were running at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 713,000 units in November.
- Anywhere faces racketeering charges in Minnesota lawsuitThe suit details a fraudulent home purchase and cover-up scheme allegedly organized by Anywhere and other industry players.
- Designed by RAMSA, the New McCourt School is a Hub for Aspiring PolicymakersDesigned by RAMSA, the New McCourt School is a Hub for Aspiring Policymakers
- Builder Confidence Steady but Signs of Future Optimism in 2025Builder sentiment held steady to end the year as high home prices and mortgage rates offset renewed hope about a better regulatory business climate in 2025. Along those lines, builders expressed increased optimism for higher sales expectations in the next months. Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes was 46 in December,...
- The mortgage rate resting state: Understanding the new normalIn our short-attention-span-theater world, it’s easy to lose perspective on mortgage rates. Like a shopping cart with a bad wheel, we have a natural tendency to pull our expectations in a direction that may not track reality. As a pilot, you’re taught to trust your instruments, not your feelings. With financial matters, we should trust…
- Will AI replace the loan officer?There have been countless press releases and news articles about how AI is changing the mortgage industry. The industry fears AI will ultimately replace everyone, from operations to loan officers. As a loan officer, I am not losing any sleep, and here is why you should not, either.
- The 2025 housing market for first-time homebuyersOwning a home is the signifier of economic success, but over the last few years, that milestone has gotten farther out of reach for first-time homebuyers.
- Mass Timber Prototype Demonstrates Value of Demolition MaterialsA UK-based research collective promotes the growing market for waste wood
- What Flooring Options Are Best for Sunrooms?I’ve been researching the best flooring options for sunrooms, and a few really stand out! Since sunrooms get a lot of natural light and temperature changes, durability and sun resistance…
- Yeti cooler like lid details for my 48′ tall multigenerational ICF homeI wanted to get some feedback on my roof details that are kind of a take off of the article that Martin did a few years back about "Installing Rigid…
- The Classic Beauty of Reuse: Biopartners 5 Balances Modesty and SustainabilityThe Classic Beauty of Reuse: Biopartners 5 Balances Modesty and Sustainability
- Mini split sizing in HoustonI’m hoping on getting some thoughts on sizing Mitsubishi mini splits. I’m in the Houston area (zip 77536)We’re gutting the entire second story and adding many big dormers to actually…
- How to get a California real estate licenseWe walk prospective California real estate agents through steps required to get licensed, detailing the costs, time commitment, and more.
- NRMLA’s Steve Irwin on FHA report, HECM changes and moreNRMLA’s president discusses the association’s outlook for the industry and the condition of the FHA’s Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund.
- Revive solar thermalI recently had my spacepak air to water heat pump installed. Having this system makes me immediately want solar thermal to offset the electricity. I know solar thermal is really really dead…
- The 10 hottest housing markets for 2025: NARThe National Association of Realtors has identified 10 housing markets that are likely to pop in 2025 with strong job growth and migration.
- Pacaso’s top markets for luxury vacation homes are in New Jersey and FloridaAccording to co-ownership marketplace Pacaso, New Jersey and Florida have four of the top five markets for luxury vacation homes.
- What rising inventory means for the 2025 housing marketAs the year draws to a close, available unsold inventory of homes on the market is nearly 27% greater than a year ago.
- History matters as Howard Hanna looks to tackle 2025Howard Hanna Real Estate Services strives to provide consistency for agents and brokers while continuing to innovate for growth in 2025.
- Insulating a thin log wall saunaI have a sauna kit (thin log walls, 2 inches thick). It works pretty good but alot cooler in the winters since the log walls have little insulation obviously. Wondering…
- As seniors age in place, pets could encourage health and friendshipA recent study highlighted by Psychology Today suggests that aging in place with a pet can make a big difference for some seniors.
- Safely undersizing heat pumpI'm selecting a heat pump system for my house. I'm caught between two sizes from different manufacturers and wanted to get some opinions on which way to go, and how…
- Is a screened-in porch an enclosed porch?I have always known screened-in porches to be an enclosed porch. However, I have recently had a disagreement with a Building Official about this and quite frankly have had no…
- Flagstar Financial appoints Lee Smith as CFOFlagstar Financial, the parent company of Flagstar Bank, announced on Friday the appointment of Lee Smith as senior executive vice president and chief financial officer. Smith's role will be effective Dec. 27.
- DOJ requests information on Alexander brothers from Douglas EllimanThe downfall of the Alexander brothers has become a drag on their former brokerage. The Department of Justice (DOJ) has requested information from Douglas Elliman about Oren and Tal Alexander’s time there, when the pair became star luxury real estate brokers.
- Doubling Cathedral Roof Insulation Worth It?Hi There!I want to replace a 20 year old shingle roof with a standing seam metal roof and thought it might be the best/only opportunity to add insulation as well.…
- Trump’s search for watchdog chiefs could be complicated by promises of regulatory cutsReports suggest the Trump transition team is having trouble finding candidates to lead agencies targeted for cuts, including the CFPB.
- Exterior insulation details for a first floor walls in combination with a superior XI foundation and brick ledgeHello, Putting the final plans together with my builder in SE Michigan, energy zone 5a. Single family residence with one side walkout basement. 3 sides foundation walls in the basement will…
- Here's what the Trump presidency could mean for the housing market, experts sayDonald Trump wants to address the housing shortage in the U.S. But some of his promises might be hurdles in the way.
- Scientists develop 3D concrete printing method that captures carbon dioxideScientists have developed a 3D concrete printing method that captures carbon, demonstrating a new pathway to reduce the environmental impact of the construction industry.
- Permeability of closed cell spray foamI have a 110 year old foursquare in Michigan (zone 5). The exterior sheathing is wide board pine, typical of this vintage construction. I will be using rockwool in the…
- Sealing HVAC lineset inside PVC sleeveEarlier this year, we installed two 5-ton heat pumps with linesets run underground, sleeved inside 4" corrugated PVC pipe. After recent landscaping (including pouring a slab), one of the sleeves…
- Rheem Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) EcoNet app Scheduling IssuesModel XE65T10H45U0, installed 20 months ago.Is anybody having issues with their Rheem HPWH unit not following schedule set up in the EcoNet app?For the past few weeks, even though I…
- Single-Family Permits Up in October 2024 Over the first ten months of 2024, the total number of single-family permits issued year-to-date (YTD) nationwide reached 846,446. On a year-over-year (YoY) basis, this is an increase of 9.4% over the October 2023 level of 773,526. Year-to-date ending in October, single-family permits were up in all four regions. The range of permit increases spanned...
- U.S. Trade Deficit: Balancing Act Still Yet to AppearThe U.S. trade deficit in goods was at $112 billion in the month of October, according to the Census Bureau’s Foreign Trade data. Compared to last year, the level has increased 13.3%, rising from $99 billion. Total goods imported was valued at $289 billion while the exports were valued at $177 billion in October. The...
- Why ICE’s move away from SDKs in 2025 is a win for the mortgage industryThe new year will hold special significance for the many users of ICE Mortgage Technology’s iconic Encompass® loan origination system (LOS): The company will begin sunsetting its long-standing software development kit (SDK) in 2025, prodding the majority of the mortgage industry to transition to the more efficient and accurate Encompass Partner Connect (EPC) ecosystem that…
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- Air sealing wood stove chimneyHi all,I’m installing a class A (insulated double wall) chimney pipe through a cathedral ceiling, and I can’t find a good way to maintain continuity between the pipe and the…
- House under extreme negative pressure NOT due to the hvac system depressurizing the house. How can I fix it?Homeowner in Long Island ny. We have a Vented attic that is extremely well air sealed with R-60 blown in cellulose insulation on the attic floor. HVAC system and Ducts…
- Beam Pocket insulation/Prevention of MoistureLooking to have 2x W12x26 spanning across the first floor in my future build, they will sit in beam pockets like the one pictured, and in exterior walls holding up…
- DIY Floor Noise Dampening detail on a Multigenerational 48′ tall ICF homeI am almost done with the shell on my DIY 48' tall multigenerational ICF home that I have been building after work for the last year and half. Once I…
- Any experience with Aluplast Ideal 4000 windows or other low-cost tilt-turn windows?I created a separate post few months ago on low-cost European windows here on GBA and Aluplast 4000 came up recommended by few members which did not recieve and install…
- Conditioned Crawlspace with added Rigid & Concrete FlooringHello - I need to insulate a portion of my crawlspace (currently unconditioned) that will be conditioned and serve as a mechanical room moving forward. Right now there is a concrete…
- Exterior insulation on an old houseI'm looking for some help/advice with insulating my scary wall assembly.I'm in zone 7a. Northwestern Ontario, Canada right on the coast of Lake Superior. My house is well over a century…
- No cllueI have rats that are going to the edge of the attic where the rafter meets the floor. They are penetrating at the edge straight down and getting into the…
- Risk of a frost protected shallow foundation for a heated structureI have a question regarding frost protected shallow foundations designed for a heated structure. They rely on the home to maintain a 64 degree temperature. My question is what if…
- Heat pump design and sizing feedback for new build in Maine (with Manual J)Hi all,I'm having a forever home built in the woods in the Portland, Maine area. Some stats:Climate zone 62 stories plus a semi-finished walkout basement1500 sqft for each of the…
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- 'Worst place I've lived': Vulnerable left in unsafe homes NEWVulnerable people have been left living in homes which have been deemed unsafe, the BBC has discovered.
- Party City to shutter hundreds of stores across the U.S., including 10 in MinnesotaThe party supply company told employees on Friday that it’s going out of business.
- Iran’s Energy Crisis Hits ‘Dire’ Point as Industries Are Forced to Shut DownAlthough Iran has one of the biggest supplies of natural gas and crude oil in the world, it finds itself in a full blown energy emergency, coming just as it also suffers major geopolitical setbacks.
- Bob Dylan’s hometown fans get an early look at ‘A Complete Unknown’ in HibbingThe Dylan biopic had a pre-screening Friday night at a theater in his boyhood home.
- Biden Signs Spending Bill, Finalizing End to Shutdown DramaPresident Biden’s signature, while technically coming after the midnight deadline for a shutdown, ensured that there would be no lapse in government funding.
- Mayor’s bid for emergency powers on homelessness supportedRe “Plan to give San Diego’s mayor emergency powers for homelessness clears one hurdle” (Dec. 11): I’m relieved to see that some action is being taken towards tackling San Diego’s growing homeless population. Too many California politicians have pushed this issue to the side, partially because they don’t care and because it forces them to…
- State still struggling to stem exodus of property insurersThere’s no law requiring California property owners to carry insurance, but the vast majority buy it to protect themselves from fire and other perils, or are required to do so by their mortgage lenders. There’s also no law requiring insurance companies to offer coverage in California, but most would prefer to do so in the…
- US avoids government shutdown after days of political turmoilPresident Biden signs a budget to avert what would be the first US federal shutdown since 2019.
- Biden signs bill that averts a government shutdown and brings a close to days of Washington upheavalThe deal funds the government at current levels through March 14 and provides $100 billion in disaster aid and $10 billion in agricultural assistance to farmers.
- Biden signs bill that averts a government shutdown and brings a close to days of Washington upheavalThe deal funds the government at current levels through March 14 and provides $100 billion in disaster aid and $10 billion in agricultural assistance to farmers
- NFL DFS Week 16 Optimal Lineup: Lions & Saquon Barkley & Bears, oh my!Create the best lineup on DraftKings for Sunday’s NFL Main Slate of games and take home the million-dollar first prize
- Wood Veneer Hub’s Slat Panels Are an Easy Home Office UpgradeDitch the paint bucket and screw in these wood veneer panels to give your home office a makeover.
- 6 easy ways to make your home more sustainableYou don’t have to tear it all down and start again to make your home more environmentally-friendly. The post 6 easy ways to make your home more sustainable appeared first on Popular Science.
- New York man finds mastodon jaw while gardening in his backyardThe mastodon jaw and some other bone fragments were found in late September in a backyard near Scotchtown, New York.
- Friends spike Cherry Creek condo plans, sell development site separatelyPlans for a small Cherry Creek condominium building have been nixed, and half the development site has a new owner.
- Inside the abandoned homes of Assad's ruthless enforcersJamil Hassan, referred to as "the butcher" by people who lived on his street, is among the senior regime figures who have fled with their families.
- ‘The Interview’: Jonathan RoumieThe star of “The Chosen” discusses his early struggles in Hollywood, fans who conflate him with his character and how his own faith informs his work.
- How a tiny village grew into a huge luxury destinationFrom sticky toffee pudding to three Michelin-starred dining, a Lake District hamlet turns hotspot.
- Homelessness in San Diego County shrinks for the first time in yearsThe good news comes with a number of questions
- Judge rules DFL House candidate ineligible, throwing majority to GOP for nowRepublicans poised to lead the Minnesota House by one vote margin, while DFL leader claims decision will be reversed on appeal.
- Breakthrough new material brings affordable, sustainable future within graspResearchers have developed a new material for sodium-ion batteries, sodium vanadium phosphate, that delivers higher voltage and greater energy capacity than previous sodium-based materials. This breakthrough could make sodium-ion batteries a more efficient and affordable alternative to lithium-ion, using a more abundant and cost-effective resource.
- Stocks rally after inflation data but close lower for the weekNEW YORK >> U.S. stocks rallied to close out the trading week today after two lackluster sessions as a cooler-than-expected inflation report and comments from Federal Reserve officials eased worries about the path of interest rates.
- Minnesota Historical Society cancels Ramsey House tours on Dec. 26 after facing criticismAfter saying tours of the historic St. Paul house would go on, officials reversed course later Friday.
- The House Voted to Avert a Government ShutdownAlso, Canada’s leader suffered another setback. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.
- Party City to shut down after nearly 40 years in businessThe party supply chain with more than 50 locations in California is 'winding down' operations immediately, Chief Executive Barry Litwin told corporate employees Friday.
- Oregon sheriff concerned about letters asking people to track possible immigrantsA sheriff in rural, coastal Oregon says he's concerned about letters asking residents to collect information on immigrants.
- Consumer spending solid; inflation showing progress as year endsWASHINGTON >> U.S. consumer spending increased in November amid strong demand for a range of goods and services, underscoring the economy’s resilience, which saw the Federal Reserve this week projecting fewer interest rate cuts in 2025 than it had in September.
- With government shutdown looming, what happens to bird flu surveillance?As government agencies prepare for a potential shutdown, questions about a potentially burgeoning H5N1 bird flu pandemic are top of mind for many public health and agriculture officials.
- ‘Season’s greetings’ sign goes up on new temporary home on La Jolla resident’s wallDan Courtney offered to host the sign as the Kiwanis Club of La Jolla looks for a city permit for future installations at its usual location over Torrey Pines Road
- Poor vascular health accelerates brain agingUsing an AI tool, researchers have analyzed brain images from 70-year-olds and estimated their brains' biological age. They found that factors detrimental to vascular health, such as inflammation and high glucose levels, are associated with an older-looking brain, while healthy lifestyles were linked to brains with a younger appearance.
- Construction materials and household items are a part of a long-term carbon sink called the 'technosphere'We know a lot about how much fossil-derived carbon is emitted to the atmosphere but less about how much is stored in human-made products. Ecological economists estimate that each year, humans add around 400 million tons of fossil carbon to long-lasting products such as plastics, buildings, and human infrastructure. Although these products could be considered…
- Peter Mandelson 'honoured' to be appointed US ambassadorThe former cabinet minister says he will help the government land "big opportunities" with the US government.
- Oceanside approves contract for its first safe parking site for homeless peopleApple Street location has room for 25 to 30 vehicles, with services for participants
- SAN DIEGO: Un hombre obligó a un amigo a que le ayudara a esconder el cuerpo de su esposa en un congeladorEl cuerpo fue descubierto en la casa de Zion Avenue, cerca de Eldridge Street, donde ella y su esposo vivían
- 'I'd rather die than leave my mum': Survivors describe Mayotte cyclone horrorThe BBC hears how roofs flew off homes as people sheltered inside in the cyclone-hit French territory.
- E-bike battery fire destroys family homeOne occupant escaped through the front door and two others were forced to climb on to the roof.
- House approves funding bill and sends to Senate hours before government shutdown deadlineJohnson is proposing a new plan that would temporarily fund federal operations and disaster aid.
- In Florida, the Miccosukee fight to protect the Everglades in the face of climate changeFor centuries, the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida has called the Everglades home.
- Opinion: San Diego’s children and their parents need the community’s helpIt takes a village to raise a child. That’s the simple premise that made my wife and I board a plane with our 5-month-old daughter and move back to San Diego from New York City in 2018. With just a few weeks’ notice, we left behind our Brooklyn apartment and our careers at The New…
- It’s beginning to look like another record for holiday travelMore than 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home
- Opinion: There’s a crisis in San Diego when it comes to children. Here’s how the YMCA is helping.Access to affordable, quality child care is a challenge that calls for bold solutions and collective action. Rising costs, limited resources and a changing landscape are putting significant pressure on families and providers. For over 40 years, the YMCA of San Diego County has been a trusted partner for families and child care providers. Whether…
- Home Office Setup Guide (2024): Webcams, Desks, Chairs, and MoreGear can make or break your home office setup. Here’s our ultimate list of nearly 100 items, from monitors and desks to webcams and chairs.
- L.A. Affairs: He was a rock star. I was just nice. Would our casual romance last?At a boba shop in West Hollywood, he pulled me into his tall, lean frame. I inhaled the scent of him. I just wasn't prepared for the callous ways of 'casual' love.
- I’m Spending the Holidays Watching Cabin Builders on TikTok—While I Still CanEven if TikTok doesn't get banned in the US next year, it'll still be far from the zone-out place it once was.
- Battle over luxury Verdugo Mountains housing development spills into courtFor a year and a half, the activist group No Canyon Hills has protested a 300-acre development coming to the Verdugo Mountains. Now the developer is suing.
- No turf wars, no sexism: Meet the queer Gen Z women giving billiards a rebrand in L.A.The "Please Be Nice" tournament at 4100 Bar in Silver Lake was created as an antidote to the prickly, male-dominated world of dive bar pool.
- 'Queer Eye' newbie Jeremiah Brent cries a lot, but he is so productiveThe interior designer and newest member of the Fab Five knows he cries a lot in this season of Netflix's makeover series, but they are "happy tears."
- Landmark government report calls for national mobilization to curb groundwater depletionIn a new report, scientists say the U.S. is facing serious challenges as groundwater is depleted in many areas. They call for a national effort to safeguard aquifers.
- British Museum shows off early concepts in major revamp competitionThe Architects’ Journal British Museum shows off early concepts in major revamp competition The British Museum has unveiled design concepts from the five shortlisted architecture teams for the overhaul of more than a third of its gallery spaces and behind-the-scenes areas The post British Museum shows off early concepts in major revamp competition appeared first…
- Architecture on the box: a sackful of (meaningful) Christmas viewingThe Architects’ Journal Architecture on the box: a sackful of (meaningful) Christmas viewing Once upon a time, architecture on television wasn’t just dumbed-down Changing Rooms-style makeovers or will-they-won’t-they-succeed, one-off house projects for the one per cent. Architects, buildings and the future of our cities were given significant airtime, often in documentary series that were surprisingly…
- Seeking Relief From Brain Injury, Some Veterans Turn to PsychedelicsUnable to find effective treatments at home, veterans with brain-injury symptoms are going abroad for psychedelics like ibogaine that are illegal in the U.S.
- Aliso Canyon likely to stay open for years under closure plan; residents outragedCalifornia's Public Utilities Commission voted for a plan that could eventually shutter the Aliso Canyon gas storage site but some residents want swifter action.
- President Biden must do more to find Austin Tice in Syria and bring him homeWe at McClatchy join Austin’s family in imploring President Biden to remember that Austin is not just a Syrian captive and American hostage, but a colleague, a brother and a son.
- The Furbo pet camera and pet dispenser is 55% off and still arrives before Christmas if you order nowThis rotating camera provides a 360-degree view of your space and can dispense treats to keep your dog happy when you're not home. The post The Furbo pet camera and pet dispenser is 55% off and still arrives before Christmas if you order now appeared first on Popular Science.
- County homelessness programs sometimes don’t track key information, report findsThe analysis of dozens of contracts further found that money is being left on the table
- Here’s What Could Happen in a Government ShutdownWith a funding deadline approaching, workers are bracing for the possibility of a disruptive holiday season, which could include longer wait times for travelers.
- Aztecs strike in transfer portal, land Michigan QB Jayden Denegal'California guy' happy to return home, take aim at starting job
- Inside the Vikings' offseason bonding barbecue that’s paying dividends in DecemberThe tight ends took home the crown in a grilling competition thanks to Johnny Mundt’s ribeye. Other rewards from the event — football victories — are still mounting.
- Elon Musk Flexes His Political Strength as Government Shutdown LoomsThe world’s richest man led the charge to kill a bipartisan spending deal, in part by promoting false and misleading claims about it.
- Republicans Offered a Plan to Avoid a Government ShutdownAlso, country music was ubiquitous in 2024. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.
- Encinitas to halt Santa Fe Drive overhaul in late January, change contractorA controversial construction project that’s completely overhauling busy Santa Fe Drive will be halted for at least six months while city officials try to figure out if it’s actually improving roadway conditions, the Encinitas City Council decided Wednesday. “This specific project absolutely requires a further look,” Councilmember Luke Shaffer said after nearly 20 public speakers…
- Denver, VA officials mark end of push to move nearly all homeless veterans indoorsMayor Mike Johnston, federal officials say partners have secured shelter for all who want it.
- Portland, Oregon, swears in new government and mayor who campaigned to end homelessnessA businessman with no experience in public office is taking over as mayor of Oregon’s biggest city.
- A Hastings couple can’t get a mortgage. Is the Supreme Court to blame?The Twin Cities couple says a fight over a Biden administration student loan repayment plan is preventing them from buying their first home.
- More people living without running water in U.S. cities since the global financial crisis, study revealsMore American cities -- even those seen as affluent -- are home to people living without running water as people are being 'squeezed' by unaffordable housing and the cost-of-living crisis, new research finds.
- Tinkering with the 'clockwork' mechanisms of lifeOpening new doors for the development of nanotechnologies in medicine and other fields, scientists recreate and compare two natural mechanisms to better program the timescale of molecular communication and functionality.
- How to deal with narcissists at home and at workThe best way to deal with narcissistic people in your personal life may be the hardest advice to take, according to an expert who has studied narcissism for more than 20 years. The best course of action is to identify narcissistic people early on and get them out of your life, said the professor of…
- La exhibición navideña en una casa de Ramona es más grande y mejor este año“Sabía que tenía que mejorar porque mi vecino estaba haciendo mucho”
- How the Climate Crisis Became an Insurance CrisisEven in formerly low-risk areas, home insurers are raising premiums and ending coverage. The upheaval could push down home values and reverberate through the economy.
- Price tag of Torrey Pines project staggers the imaginationRe “San Diego’s public golf courses are raking in millions in profits — and helping fund some major upgrades” (Dec. 10): So it’s $60 million for a new clubhouse, pro shop and cart barn at Torrey Pines? Is Fat Leonard bidding on this project? Does anybody have the phone number for Elon and Vivek? —…
- The best snow tubes for thrilling winter ridesInflatable snow tubes are designed to withstand bumpy rides on uneven snowy terrain.
- Closures, Social Security checks, furloughs: What a government shutdown might meanIt's up to each federal agency to determine how it handles a shutdown, but there would be disruptions in many services.
- Average rate on 30-year mortgage snaps 3-week slide and rises to highest level since late NovemberThe rate rose to 6.72% from 6.6% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday.
- California homebuying jumps 20%, biggest gain in 41 monthsNovember's median sales price of $852,880 was a 3.8% increase in a year.
- Power plant implodes clearing space for proposed waterfront parkAvon Lake residents were told to stay indoors while the remaining five structures were taken down.
- Power plant implodes clearing space for proposed waterfront parkAvon Lake residents were told to stay indoors while the remaining five structures were taken down.
- Immigration drives US population growth to highest rate in 23 years as residents pass 340 millionImmigration this year increased by 2.8 million people, partly because of a new method of counting.
- Homeless sweeps are cruel and counterproductiveRe “Street sweeps make San Diego’s homelessness crisis worse. They must end.” (Dec. 11): Dr. Diab’s report was spot-on. With workers removing her tent, a woman in a wheelchair struggled to load possessions on her lap. When I tried to help, workers prevented me as they destroyed her tent and possessions. Another couldn’t prevent workers from…
- US home sales hit fastest pace since March with more properties up for saleThe rise represents the biggest year-over-year gain since June 2021
- Someone San Diego Should Know: John CaterinoJohn Caterino has been an invited Santa Claus guest hundreds of times at locations ranging from Balboa Park to neighborhood gatherings. His natural long white beard and hair, his warm smile and demeanor and his Santa outfit help many children believe he is Santa. Caterino, 67, recalled about five years ago one little boy did…
- Harland & Wolff saved by deal with Spanish firmSpain's state-owned shipbuilder confirms it is buying Harland & Wolff, best known for the Titanic.
- 9 Best Standing Desks of 2024, Tested and ReviewedTake your home office to new heights with our favorite motorized standing desks.
- A massacre, a rumored hanging and Syrians' thirst for justice and revengeKillings, including a notorious massacre, in a Syrian suburb left residents wanting revenge. Then they heard a militia leader was going to be hanged.
- 'Being bald is OK, but going bald is horrible': Men are opening up about hair lossIn today's digital age, the once hush-hush experience of a man privately processing going bald, or secretly seeking out cosmetic alterations, has entered the mainstream consciousness.
- I'm a woman in my 40s. Why do I feel terrible every time I have a drink?If you're a woman in your 40s whose body can no longer tolerate alcohol, you're not alone. Researchers explain why drinking gets harder as we enter perimenopause.
- Your black plastic kitchen utensils aren't so toxic after all. But you should still toss them, group saysA study warning consumers to toss out their black plastic spatula immediately had a math error but experts are still urging against the toxic products.
- This VPN Lets Anyone Use Your Internet Connection. What Could Go Wrong?A free VPN app called Big Mama is selling access to people’s home internet networks. Kids are using it to cheat in a VR game while researchers warn of bigger security risks.
- Final designs in Helsinki architecture museum contest revealedThe Architects’ Journal Final designs in Helsinki architecture museum contest revealed Five finalists have been revealed in the contest for Finland’s New Museum of Architecture and Design in Helsinki – to be built on the site of the scrapped Guggenheim Museum The post Final designs in Helsinki architecture museum contest revealed appeared first on The…
- RIBA calls on govt not to cut funding for architecture apprenticeshipsThe Architects’ Journal RIBA calls on govt not to cut funding for architecture apprenticeships The RIBA has urged the government to reconsider planned changes to the way apprenticeships are funded or face failing to meet its 1.5 million homes target The post RIBA calls on govt not to cut funding for architecture apprenticeships appeared first…
- Thousands of Syrian doctors work in Germany. It hopes they will stay after Assad’s fallThousands of Syrian doctors work in Germany and the fall of Bashar Assad is raising concern over the potential consequences for the health sector if many of them were to return home.
- Stocks slide as US central bank signals slower pace of rate cutsThe Federal Reserve warned it would be cautious about more interest cuts in the face of inflation concerns.
- Harland & Wolff set to be saved in deal with Spanish firmSpain's state-owned shipbuilder is expected to confirm on Thursday that it is buying Harland and Wolff.
- US makes third interest rate cut despite inflation riskStocks dropped as the Federal Reserve warned it would be cautious about further cuts.
- What’s Inside the Spending Bill to Avoid a Government Shutdown?The mammoth year-end federal funding measure congressional leaders agreed on does far more than just keep the government running. It is stuffed with all manner of policy and other changes.
- Season’s largest dumping of snow expected Thursday as Weather Service ups it predictionShovels and snowblowers will likely be needed as 4 to 7 inches of snow is predicted to fall Thursday across central Minnesota and in the metro.
- The Fed Cut Rates and Signaled a Long Fight Against InflationAlso, California declared an emergency over bird flu. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.
- Rudy Giuliani ordered to appear at contempt hearing in January over failure to give up assetsNEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge on Wednesday ordered Rudy Giuliani to appear in court in early January to face claims that he should be held in contempt for failing to turn over assets including a New York apartment…
- House ethics panel voted secretly to release Gaetz reportWASHINGTON >> The House Ethics Committee secretly voted this month to release an investigative report into the conduct of former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., according to three people with knowledge of the matter.
- Vancouver Island city looks to attract family doctors with municipal job offersCOLWOOD, B.C. - The suburban city of Colwood, B.C., on Vancouver Island, says it has hired its first family doctor in a new approach to easing the community's shortage of physicians.
- Bryce Miller: Patience pays off for coach Stacie Terry-Hutson, San Diego StateAztecs women's basketball grows into winners after 9 rocky seasons
- Submissions sought for Melbourne Design Week 2025The 11-day design festival is the largest across Australia, and provides a platform for designers to share their work across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
- NASA Postpones Return of Stranded Starliner Astronauts to MarchBarry Wilmore and Suni Williams will now come home in March at the earliest, to allow SpaceX and NASA engineers to complete development of a new Crew Dragon spacecraft.
- 16 suspected Tren de Aragua gang members in ICE custody after kidnapping, torture at Aurora’s Edge of Lowry apartmentsThe federal immigration proceedings don’t prevent prosecutors from charging the gang members with state crimes.
- Supreme Court Fast-Tracks TikTok Case in Face of Jan. 19 DeadlineThe company and its Chinese parent invoked the First Amendment in urging the justices to step in before a deadline to sell or be shut down.
- Encinitas considerará declarar la propiedad en Quail Gardens Drive como un sitio para un parque municipalUn terreno de casi 9.4 acres ha sido propuesto para diversos usos
- Summer X Games are leaving Southern California, headed to SacramentoThe sports competition has called Southern California home since 2021 and first landed in Los Angeles in 2003.
- Christine Lopez joins Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties as RealtorBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties recently announced that Christine Lopez has joined the Carlsbad office, bringing with her a wealth of experience in luxury markets, entrepreneurship, and community leadership, according to a news release. With nearly a decade of experience in the jewelry industry as a gemologist, business owner, and entrepreneur, Lopez has honed a…
- FBI agents search home of L.A. deputy mayor over City Hall bomb threatThe FBI searched the home of Deputy Mayor Brian Williams while looking into a bomb threat he 'allegedly made against City Hall earlier this year,' said a spokesperson for Mayor Karen Bass.
- These latkes were named best in Denver at annual competitionRosenberg's took home the coveted Golden Skillet award during JCC Denver’s Latkes and Lights event.
- Global warming can’t be ignored, Montana’s top court says, upholding landmark climate caseMontana’s Supreme Court has upheld a landmark climate ruling that was considered a breakthrough in attempts by young environmentalists to act on climate change.
- Fed lowers key rate quarter-point; sees slower pace of cutsWASHINGTON >. The U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates a quarter percentage point today and signaled it will slow the pace at which borrowing costs fall any further, given a relatively stable unemployment rate and little recent improvement in inflation.
- Little holdout house in Denver’s Berkeley neighborhood now a historic landmarkAlley houses were early forms of affordable housing that used to be common -- a handful were built in the blocks around the Currie/Dryer Cottage -- but have gradually disappeared.
- Metro Vancouver says population growth is accelerating and will hit 4 million by 2045VANCOUVER - Metro Vancouver's projected population growth is accelerating, with an average of 50,000 new residents expected per year.
- NY homeowner makes jaw-dropping mastodon discovery in backyardThe complete mastodon jaw is the first of its kind to be unearthed in New York in over 11 years.
- NY homeowner makes jaw-dropping mastodon discovery in backyardThe complete mastodon jaw is the first of its kind to be unearthed in New York in over 11 years.
- New York man finds mastodon jaw while gardening in his backyardScholars are hailing the discovery of a fossilized mastodon jaw discovered by a man who spotted two giant teeth while gardening at his upstate New York home this year.
- New York man finds mastodon jaw while gardening in his backyardSCOTCHTOWN, N.Y. (AP) — Scholars are hailing the discovery of a fossilized mastodon jaw discovered by a man who spotted two giant teeth while gardening at his upstate New York home this year.
- Family live with sewage spills and maggots in 'horrific' temporary housingFauzia's family are one of a record 123,000 households living in temporary accommodation in England.
- Supermassive black holes halt rapid construction in an ancient celestial cityGalaxy clusters -- the big cities of the universe -- are home to many giant elliptical galaxies that have completed their growth and are not forming stars. However, it is still unclear what has shut down star formation. In a new study, researchers utilized the James Webb Space Telescope to observe an ancestor of galaxy…
- House Ethics Committee secretly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report, source saysGaetz lashed out on social media, again denying any wrongdoing.
- House Ethics Committee secretly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report, source saysIt’s a stunning turnaround for the often secretive panel of five Republicans and five Democrats.
- Supreme Court to hear TikTok case before ban deadlineTikTok's case is set for oral argument on Jan. 10, nine days before the site is scheduled to be shut down.
- Opinion: Fishermen are part of San Diego’s fabric. But we need help.If you’ve strolled through the Tuna Harbor Dockside Market on a Saturday, you’ve likely seen me (tall guy, suspenders) and my son, who co-captains our sea urchin business. As a fisherman for 50-plus years, I spend market days connecting with fellow fishermen vendors and chatting up customers. Our bustling open-air market brings an abundant catch…
- Georgeson Botanical Garden transformed into a winter wonderlandTake a stroll through a winter wonderland under the Arctic Lights at the Georgeson Botanical Garden. The garden, on the University of Alaska Fairbanks Troth Yeddha’ Campus, will be festooned with lights from 5-9 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, Dec. 19 through Jan. 18. Visitors are encouraged to take a walk on the paths between…
- UK inflation – will prices keep rising?Inflation has hit its highest level for eight months, will prices continue to rise at a faster rate?
- Federal Reserve is set to cut key rate but consumers might not feel much benefit anytime soonFederal Reserve will likely signal a slower pace of interest rate cuts next year, meaning only slight relief from still-high borrowing costs for mortgages, auto loans and credit cards.
- Irish brothers must repay $1M after scamming elderly in Seattle areaTwo brothers from Ireland were sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for tricking elderly homeowners into paying for fraudulent home repairs.
- For some, hallacas are a nostalgic taste of homeThis form of tamale, filled with a rich meaty stew, is a comfort at Christmastime for Venezuelans
- Veterans get social housing priority in rule changeCouncils will now have to put veterans at the top of the list for social housing and waive rules requiring a local connection.
- UK inflation rate hits highest level for eight monthsEconomists say the faster pace of price rises all but rules out an interest rate cut on Thursday.
- 10 gifts and experiences L.A. Times staffers are giving from the 2024 Gift GuideSome of the writers and editors who worked on this year's Gift Guide reveal the items they will gift this year along with some of their favorite L.A. shops mentioned in our guide.
- Cookie Monster, Big Bird and Elmo need new 'Sesame Street' addressHBO threw 'Sesame Street' a lifeline a decade ago, enabling the production of new episodes. Warner Bros. Discovery has decided to stop financing first-run episodes after this season.
- An L.A. mom makes bold pottery at home that's 'Midcentury Modern meets '70s surf wear'Emily Haynes' colorful wheel-thrown, hand-painted ceramics reflects Southern California surf style and Midcentury Modern design.
- Prop houses and other Hollywood businesses seek to promote filming in CaliforniaAmid Hollywood's ongoing struggles, a coalition of local production businesses has formed to advocate for increased tax credits and other incentives to improve and support filming in California.
- The Study That Called Out Black Plastic Utensils Had a Major Math ErrorDespite the correction, the study’s authors stand by their conclusions about the risks of certain kitchen utensils.
- Rethinking talent: attracting and retaining staff in a new era of workThe Architects’ Journal Rethinking talent: attracting and retaining staff in a new era of work How can architecture practices adapt to attract and retain the staff they need? This was the topic of an AJ roundtable discussion in partnership with global architecture and design recruiter Bespoke Careers. Photography by Theo Wood The post Rethinking talent:…
- Slow architecture: Jonathan Hendry’s refurb of a rural community hubThe Architects’ Journal Slow architecture: Jonathan Hendry’s refurb of a rural community hub Jonathan Hendry Architects shows that working with heritage doesn’t have to be about large architectural moves, nor about quick wins The post Slow architecture: Jonathan Hendry’s refurb of a rural community hub appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Fran Williams
- Astragal: Bake Off star Mel stirs things upThe Architects’ Journal Astragal: Bake Off star Mel stirs things up Former Great British Bake Off star Mel Giedroyc, aka half of Mel and Sue, has risen up against a John Lewis Partnership (JLP) proposal to redevelop a west London Waitrose with 428 flats The post Astragal: Bake Off star Mel stirs things up appeared…
- Architecture needs to give working mothers a better dealThe Architects’ Journal Architecture needs to give working mothers a better deal Working architect mothers have a raw deal and to change that we need to challenge ingrained practices and reimagine workplace structures, says Victoria Brown The post Architecture needs to give working mothers a better deal appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Alan Gordon
- ‘We have options.’ San Diego may be able to deny Turquoise tower in Pacific BeachState housing agency confirms the project's eligibility for controversial density bonuses — but stops short of requiring the city to approve the project.
- Trans woman argues move to WA men’s prison is cruel punishmentThirty-six-year-old Amber Kim, a transgender woman incarcerated in a state prison, is suing the state because of her housing placement.
- Could this be what our home on Moon or Mars might look like?India tested its first analog space mission in the Himalayan mountains of Ladakh.
- Could this be what our home on Moon or Mars might look like?India tested its first analog space mission in the Himalayan mountains of Ladakh.
- The [Festive] Edit: A round-up of favourite design giftsInteriorsAu editor Cassie Hansen gathers together her favourite design items that have crossed her desk in November 2024.
- Former Timberwolves teammates say Karl-Anthony Towns can expect a lot of emotions in return to MinnesotaMike Conley and Rudy Gobert both experienced emotional nights returning to the places they called home for several seasons.
- Diane Delano, 'Northern Exposure' and 'The Wicker Man' actor, dies at 67Diane Delano, an actor known for 'Northern Exposure' and 'The Wicker Man,' died Friday at her home in Sherman Oaks. She was 67.
- Researchers propose building homes on Mars with human bloodAstroCrete uses a protein found in plasma as a binder. No, really. The post Researchers propose building homes on Mars with human blood appeared first on Popular Science.
- Good Natured Gardening: So, what’s the difference?To better understand the gardening world, it’s important to understand some key differences.
- Christmas display at Ramona house is bigger and better this yearLorrie Scott has been decorating her Hanson Lane house with lights, vignettes, Santas and snowmen for 10 years
- 17 Best Air Purifiers (2024): Coway, AirDoctor, IQAirProtect your home against dust, pets, allergies, and more with air purifiers tested firsthand by WIRED.
- Significant advancement made in engineering biology and clean energyEngineers have reported a significant advancement in engineering biology and clean energy. A team of researchers has developed an innovative light-driven hybrid nanoreactor that merges natural efficiency with cutting-edge synthetic precision to produce hydrogen -- a clean and sustainable energy source.
- Travelers weigh in on weight-based airfares for eco-friendly skiesThe holidays are in full swing and people are shopping, wrapping and packing to visit loved ones. Along with the extra fees for checked baggage and seat upgrades, some airlines are also considering weight-based pricing. A recent study looked at how people felt about weighing their baggage and themselves to help reduce emissions and found…
- Young English speakers are most comfortable with digital healthDigital health tools, such as patient portals, treatment apps and online appointment schedulers, are increasingly common. But not everyone is equally at home using them.
- Opinion: Lifelong learning enriches instructors as well as studentsI’ve been fortunate to work with UC San Diego in some capacity for more than five decades. I started my career as a pathology resident in 1971. Today, I’m a professor emeritus of pathology (neuropathology), and I also serve as an instructor for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, housed under the university’s Division of Extended…
- Woman charged with threatening Crown attorney inside new Toronto courthouse"Our jobs are difficult enough without needing to fear for our safety while riding the elevators in our workplace," said Donna Kellway, the president of the Ontario Crown Attorneys' Association
- Where Etobicoke home break-ins were reported this weekThere were five residential break and enters reported in the district from Dec. 10 to Dec. 16
- Where Scarborough home break-ins were reported this weekThere were seven residential break and enters reported in the district from Dec. 10 to Dec. 16
- Where North York home break-ins were reported this weekThere were 12 residential break and enters reported in the district from Dec. 10 to Dec. 16
- Where York home break-ins were reported this weekThere were two residential break and enters reported in the district from Dec. 10 to Dec. 16
- Where Old Toronto home break-ins were reported this weekThere were nine residential break and enters reported in the district from Dec. 10 to Dec. 16
- Best Bird Feeders With Cameras, Tested and Reviewed (2024)These bird feeders come with cameras and connected apps to let you see and learn about the birds in your neighborhood.
- Homebound seniors living alone often slip through health system’s cracksVulnerable population at risk of insufficient food and medical care, and an unsafe setting
- 17 Best White Elephant Gifts (2024): Legos, Desk AccessoriesBring the gift everyone will want to win from this year's holiday party, from a bathrobe for a bottle of wine to magnets they'll wish they could eat.
- Adoptable or feral? Lawsuit challenges San Diego shelter’s program to return cats to the outdoorsThe case questions the breadth of San Diego Humane Society "community cats" program, which returns cats to where they were found
- No holiday plans? This social app will match you with a group of strangers for dinnerTimeleft gives you limited details about your fellow diners prior to meal, but that's part of the allure.
- Tell us: What's your favorite yoga studio in L.A.?Have a go-to spot in the city to stretch and flow? We want to know where you practice yoga in Los Angeles and why.
- Regional mayors to get unprecedented powers in government devolution driveThe Architects’ Journal Regional mayors to get unprecedented powers in government devolution drive New government devolution plans will give regional mayors unprecedented powers to drive growth in housebuilding and transport infrastructure The post Regional mayors to get unprecedented powers in government devolution drive appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Anna Highfield
- Visiting Yellowstone in Winter: 5 Things to DoForget the summer crowds, exploring wide-open landscapes by ski, snowmobile or snowshoe, and revel in a solitude that few park visitors ever get to experience.
- dRMM-led Peckham scheme criticised as affordable homes are slashed by 71%The Architects’ Journal dRMM-led Peckham scheme criticised as affordable homes are slashed by 71% Regeneration plans by dRMM for a 2.7ha site in Peckham, south London, have been criticised by Southwark Council over a proposed 71 per cent cut in affordable homes on offer The post dRMM-led Peckham scheme criticised as affordable homes are slashed…
- Allies and Morrison and Howells plan 3,700 homes in NewhamThe Architects’ Journal Allies and Morrison and Howells plan 3,700 homes in Newham Allies and Morrison and Howells have put forward a plan to build nearly 3,700 homes in two separate parcels in east London The post Allies and Morrison and Howells plan 3,700 homes in Newham appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Anna Highfield
- CAN designs ‘gathering space’ artwork for Hampshire housing schemeThe Architects’ Journal CAN designs ‘gathering space’ artwork for Hampshire housing scheme Working with the artist Felicity Hammond, CAN has created a permanent artwork commissioned by Eastleigh Borough Council forming a new community space in a development outside Southampton The post CAN designs ‘gathering space’ artwork for Hampshire housing scheme appeared first on The Architects’…
- Lighthouse Children’s Home: a new model for child-centred designThe Architects’ Journal Lighthouse Children’s Home: a new model for child-centred design Architect Conrad Koslowsky tells Mahika Gautam how his design for a children’s home in Sutton rejects the institutional environment found in many such places, instead creating an atmosphere where children can thrive The post Lighthouse Children’s Home: a new model for child-centred design…
- People with allergies have different nasal fungi'The role of the fungal communities residing in the upper airways … is practically unknown.' The post People with allergies have different nasal fungi appeared first on Popular Science.
- Dune: Prophecy actress 'empowered' by women taking centre stageTabu, a household name in India, feels women are playing a prominent role in productions globally.
- ‘Welcome back to Harborside:’ Chula Vista reopens cherished park after controversial closureThe city shut down the park in August 2022 after reports of illicit activities and a surge in illegal camps set up by homeless people
- Encinitas council to consider declaring Quail Gardens Drive property a city park siteNearly 9.4-acre site has been proposed for everything from a library to a public works yard over the decades since its purchase
- TikTok Asks Supreme Court to Block Law Banning Its U.S. OperationsThe company and its Chinese parent invoked the First Amendment in urging the justices to step in before a Jan. 19 deadline to sell or be shut down.
- ‘Unfettered’ Gas Exports Would Harm U.S. Economy, Energy Secretary WarnsJennifer Granholm said a new analysis showed that the continued pace of exports was “neither sustainable nor advisable.”
- Angie Craig wins approval of panel to serve as ranking Democrat on House Agriculture CommitteeThe full House caucus is set to cast a final vote Tuesday. Craig’s strong support gives her an edge in the three-way race.
- Hobart’s showground plans on showThe redevelopment aims to futureproof the site of the Royal Hobart Show by rezoning a portion of it for medium-density housing.
- Competition launched for Queen’s memorial in LondonThe UK government has begun their search for a design team to create a memorial masterplan in honour of Queen Elizabeth II.
- Microchips capable of detecting and diagnosing diseasesResearchers have developed microchips using field-effect transistors that can detect multiple diseases from a single air sample with high sensitivity. The technology enables rapid testing and could lead to portable diagnostic devices for home and medical use.
- Architects appointed for redevelopment of historic port precinct in WAPlans to transform the Port of Albany historic pilot cottages into a community precinct have progressed further, with H and H Architects awarded the contract for detailed design.
- California has sweeping new rules for home insurance. What to knowCalifornia Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has approved regulations that next year will let insurers use complex computer programs that predict future risk in setting rates.
- Home flipping profits in San Diego cool with some of the lowest returns on investment in U.S.Report: San Diego County home flippers had some of the lowest returns on investment
- Tell us what you think about unleashed dogs at Seattle parksSeattle residents are talking more about the prevelance of unleashed dogs at parks that don't allow it. Have you noticed this trend? Do you care if it's true?
- Top anti-fatigue mats to keep your feet happy while you cookWhether you find kitchen chores relaxing or dread them, standing on your feet long enough to cook every meal or wash every dish can take a toll on your body.
- Billie Eilish roars and whispers in hometown show at the ForumThe 22-year-old pop superstar brought her latest album, 'Hit Me Hard and Soft,' to Inglewood's Kia Forum on Sunday night.
- Houston's most affordable zip codes for apartment huntersDo you live in one of these affordable unicorn units?
- One injured in house fire near Cherry Creek State ParkOne person was hospitalized after a house fire near Cherry Creek State Park early Monday morning, according to South Metro Fire Rescue.
- Twin Cities teen who fatally shot 16-year-old with ‘ghost gun’ gets 3 years in juvenile facilityAnthony Wirtjes will be housed at the Minnesota correctional facility for juveniles in Red Wing until Jan. 9, 2028, when he turns 21.
- Federal Reserve is likely to slow its rate cuts with inflation pressures still elevatedThe officials are set to reduce their benchmark rate, which affects many consumer and business loans, by a quarter-point to about 4.3% when their meeting ends Wednesday.
- Naughty or Nice? Many parents rely on threats to manage misbehavior -- from no dessert to no SantaWhen young children's behavior becomes challenging, many parents resort to threats -- from taking away toys to threatening that Santa will skip their house, a national poll suggests.
- Scientists develop 3D concrete printing method that captures carbon dioxideScientists have developed a 3D concrete printing method that captures carbon, demonstrating a new pathway to reduce the environmental impact of the construction industry.
- It's worth mixing it up: what combination of policies will lead to a clean energy future?How can we ensure that as many households as possible adopt not only solar panels, but also their own battery to store solar energy, a heat pump, and an electric car? Researchers have looked into just this question.
- Flavonoid powerhouse: Kaempferol's role in taming allergic responsesFood allergies affect millions of people worldwide, and flavonoids are promising natural compounds to help modulate the immune response and treat inflammation caused by these allergies. In a recent study, researchers have identified that kaempferol, a flavonoid, produces an anti-inflammatory effect through regulatory T-cell development. This occurred through increased RADLH2 expression in dendritic cells via…
- Policía de Ohio inicia investigación por homicidio tras hallar 3 mujeres muertas en una casaLa policía encontró a tres mujeres que fueron declaradas muertas en el lugar
- The gift that could help them keep up with their 2025 self-improvement goalsHeadway makes daily learning sustainable, offering 1,500+ nonfiction book summaries. The post The gift that could help them keep up with their 2025 self-improvement goals appeared first on Popular Science.
- Zoo at centre of welfare concerns to closeBosses at the attraction say they are working to find long-term homes for the animals.
- Steam Bath, Banya-Alutiiq Word of the WeekSteam Bath, Banya — Maqiwik Maqiwik uqnaarllia. – The banya was hot. Alutiiq sod houses had a small side chamber designed specifically for steam bathing. This room had a low ceiling and a narrow, covered doorway that trapped steam. People carried hot rocks into the steam bath with special wooden tongs and piled them into…
- NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde framework 2025-29The Architects’ Journal NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde framework 2025-29 NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has announced a new £1.5 million construction consultancy services framework [Deadline: 24 January 2025] The post NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde framework 2025-29 appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Merlin Fulcher
- Adrian James completes own copper house in OxfordThe Architects’ Journal Adrian James completes own copper house in Oxford The external form of the two-storey house on the edge of Oxford has been shaped by Passivhaus principles and is entirely copper-clad to double up as a ‘solar helmet’ The post Adrian James completes own copper house in Oxford appeared first on The Architects’…
- At the Earlybirds Club, you can dance, sweat and be in bed by 11 p.m.This party for "middle aged-ish" women starts and ends early because people "have sh—t to do in the morning."
- This holiday season, listen to the Capricorns. They're holding it together for everyone around themWho bears a burden more elegantly than the tenth sign?
- It's the end of celebrity as we know it. Will we shift to healthier role models?Narratives around fame are dated. Harmony Holiday and Nicole Miller propose alternatives.
- You don't have to drink to feel festive. Here are 4 tips for cheery and sober holiday celebrationsHow do you get into the holiday spirit without a bubbly glass of champagne? We consulted the experts
- ‘We’re reasonable people’: Residents’ group fears noisy bars will follow new city rules allowing neighbourhood corner storesCity council on Tuesday will debate a change to planning rules allowing corner stores in residential neighbourhoods.
- Big Tech Will Scour the Globe in Its Search for Cheap EnergyWarehouses full of servers are hungry for power, no matter who supplies it.
- Gardner Stewart car park homes plan in Havering facing ‘overpopulation’ claimsThe Architects’ Journal Gardner Stewart car park homes plan in Havering facing ‘overpopulation’ claims Council-backed plans for 34 homes on a car park site in Havering have provoked complaints from residents about ‘overpopulation’ The post Gardner Stewart car park homes plan in Havering facing ‘overpopulation’ claims appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Gino Spocchia
- Entries open: 2025 ArchitectureAu Award for Social ImpactEntries are now open for the 2025 ArchitectureAu Award for Social Impact, a program that recognises the profoundly transformative impact that built works can have on the communities that occupy them.
- Escondido declares local emergency over impacts from homeless encampmentsCity Council to discuss emergency action at special meeting Monday, including spending $4 million on response, after water tests show high bacteria levels
- Lynnwood woman killed as fire destroys houseFirefighters responded to reports of flames from a home near 179th Street Southwest and 33rd Place West shortly after noon.
- Building powered by solar facade in Australian firstThe building’s solar panel facade enables it to generate more electricity than it consumes.
- Designs released for Albury Wodonga Regional HospitalConcept designs for the new $558 million Albury Wodonga Regional Hospital have been unveiled.
- Back home in San Diego for the offseason, Tommy Edman reflects on championship seasonLa Jolla Country Day graduate was named NLCS Most Valuable Player, was key to Dodgers team that beat Yankees for World Series championship
- Jon Wilner: New Pac-12 considering a conference title game for 2026, beyondSan Diego State's new league will consider hosting a title game at home, neutral sites — or could opt against having one at all
- “Kraven” fracasa en su estreno; “Moana” y “Wicked” reinan en las taquillas de nuevoLa película protagonizada por Aaron Taylor-Johnson solo recaudó 11 millones de dólares
- My 500-Mile Journey Across Alaska’s Thawing ArcticI had read about how the rapid warming of the Arctic was upending the landscape and its people. Now I’ve seen it.
- WA’s top climate polluters hand in emission allowances — except oneA defunct mill in Grays Harbor County, holding hazardous and corrosive chemicals, has failed to submit its emission allowances to the state and now faces penalties.
- Seattle overhauled its homeless shelters. Did it work?Officials' ideas of what homelessness shelters should be for residents has changed over the years, and results have followed. But they come with trade-offs.
- How to plan your visit to Notre Dame Cathedral in ParisAfter a fire shuttered the beloved Gothic landmark for five years, visitor demand is expected to be high now that the doors have reopened; here’s how to plan your visit and what to expect.
- As Colorado and major cities target parking rules, will developers build fewer spaces in their projects?Ask an affordable housing developer for horror stories about parking, and they will rattle off tales of stringent local requirements that have limited how much housing they build -- and even sidelining projects. But those requirements maybe on their way out in Denver and some other Colorado cities.
- Michael Smolens: YIMBY expansion, overreach — and backlashPro-housing laws, political push grow but Pacific Beach's "Turquoise Tower," other missteps spark outrage.
- A decade since Canada opened its doors, Syrians reflect on home away from homeSyrians in Canada reflect on a decade in the country
- A decade since Canada opened its doors, Syrians reflect on home away from homeSyrians in Canada reflect on a decade in the country
- Colourful life of 100-year-old artist who's never used a paint brushShe will shortly turn 101 but still paints in her studio at her Swansea home every day.