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Why earthquake-prone Greece is now considering nuclear power
- Mar, 13, 2026
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- Greece
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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
- Mar, 14, 2026
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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
- Mar, 06, 2026
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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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How Japan’s first two-story 3D-printed home is built for earthquakes
- Mar, 01, 2026
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- Japan
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In Miyagi Prefecture, a small two-story home built mostly with 3D-printed concrete has reached an important milestone. Called the O House, this 50-square-meter residence is the first reinforced concr...
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Concrete alternatives for sustainable construction
- Feb, 17, 2026
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Cement is one of the most widely used materials in the world, but it comes at a high environmental cost. In fact, its production is responsible for about 8% of global CO₂ emissions and thus designers...
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Storstrøm Bridge Project: Strengthening Europe’s transport links with advanced engineering solutions
- Feb, 28, 2026
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- Denmark
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Denmark is taking a major step toward improving its transport infrastructure with the construction of the new Storstrøm Bridge. This project is a key part of modernizing the road and rail links betwe...
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Powerful deep earthquake hits Sabah and Sarawak (Malaysia)
- Feb, 22, 2026
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- Malaysia
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Strong earthquake tremors were experienced in Malaysia between Sunday and Monday. According to American seismologists, the quake struck near the Malaysian state of Sabah on Monday morning, originatin...
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Building collapses in Pakistan due to blast: at least 16 fatalities
- Feb, 19, 2026
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- Pakistan, Karachi
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An explosion brought down a residential building in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi early on February 19, leaving at least 16 people dead, including women and children, according to officials....
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Central Bridge in Lawrence closed after fire raises structural safety concerns
- Feb, 17, 2026
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- United States, Massachusetts, Lawrence
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A heavily traveled bridge in Lawrence, Massachusetts, has been closed after officials raised concerns about possible structural damage, police said Tuesday. The Central Bridge, which carries both car...
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Greenwich Village’s tallest tower moves ahead with $190 million in financing
- Feb, 10, 2026
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- United States, New York, New York
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A new development poised to become the tallest building in Greenwich Village is officially moving ahead. Plans for a 30-story luxury condominium at 11 West 13th Street took a major step forward last...
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