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Jeddah Tower nears 370 meters as construction resumes toward world’s tallest building

Construction of the Jeddah Tower—set to become the world’s tallest building at a planned height of 1,000 metres—has now reached level 91, standing at around 370 metres, according to Saudi Arabia’s Ki...

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Denmark’s tallest timber tower: Future of circular, low-carbon architecture

In Denmark’s second-largest city, a former industrial harbor has been transformed into a vibrant mixed-use neighborhood. At its center stands a roughly 260-foot-tall building that tackles one of arch...

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Two buildings collapsed in Istanbul due to gas explosion

A suspected gas explosion struck Istanbul’s Fatih district on Sunday, causing two adjacent buildings to collapse and resulting in one fatality. Rescue crews pulled multiple people from the wreckage,...

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Structural collapse in Tamworth causes several injuries

Six people were transported to the hospital after a floor gave way at the Preserve at Chocorua event venue in Tamworth on Saturday afternoon, according to the New Hampshire Fire Marshal. The venue, d...

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Morocco’s longest bridge takes shape in Laâyoune as construction advances

Construction is progressing on what is set to become the longest bridge in Morocco. The structure, which will span approximately 1.7 kilometers across the Sakia El Hamra riverbed in the southern city...

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Cardiff approves 50-storey skyscraper which is set to become Wales’ tallest building

Plans for a 50-storey skyscraper in Cardiff—set to become the tallest building in Wales—have received approval. The proposal was submitted by REAP 3, a subsidiary of build-to-rent developer BlueCastl...

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New Release - ADINA 2026

Bentley Systems just announced the 2026 major release of ADINA. For a complete list of new features and corrections see ADINA 2026 Release Notes. Ribbon Menu Customization An option to customize the...

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Why earthquake-prone Greece is now considering nuclear power

The Deon Policy Institute argues that developing nuclear power in Greece could strengthen the country’s energy, economic, and climate security. Reflecting growing concerns about energy supply and gre...

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Building collapse in Johannesburg suburb: at least six fatalities

At least six people have died, and several others are still believed to be trapped after a building collapsed on Monday in a southern suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa, according to local official...

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Newly patented device to help buildings withstand earthquakes and strong vibrations

A newly granted U.S. patent describes a new device designed to help protect buildings, infrastructure, and sensitive equipment from earthquakes, strong winds, and other vibrations caused by human act...

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