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Millennials want houses, but they don't want what boomers are selling

There's an "imbalance in the housing market" — young buyers want modern designs, open plans and walkable communities but that's not what boomers are selling.



  • Remodeling & Design

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This innovative vertical greenhouse in Wyoming is empowering people with disabilities

Vertical Harvest is a hydroponic greenhouse in Wyoming that offers year-round produce and employs people with disabilities.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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​How biomass helps farmers make the most of 'waste wood'

The leftover wood that tree farms, orchards and other agriculture operations often end up with is now offering new value as a source of biomass energy.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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What is a 'forever home?'

British architect Mark Siddall is designing homes that work at every stage of your life.



  • Remodeling & Design

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16 houseplants that are almost impossible to kill

Even without a green thumb, these plants should be incredibly easy to keep alive. Here are 16 plants that just need a little water and light.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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'Downsize' shows you how to think big when living small

The new book by Sheri Koones is full of beautiful homes and good ideas.



  • Remodeling & Design

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When is it 'too soon' to decorate for Christmas?

Though there's no official timeline for Christmas decor, for one Texas family, early November was unacceptable to their homeowners association.




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There's a new apple in town

After 20 years in development, the Cosmic Crisp apple just hit stores.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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We can't stop talking about porch pirates

It's a sad fact but package thefts increase around the holidays because of all the online shopping.




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Why Germany's little gardens are a way of life

Once critical for survival, Germany's allotment gardens now provide a different type of health and wellness.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Former FCA insider develops compliance platform for brokers

Industry veteran Michael Sicsic partners with Governor Software to help brokers and insurers digitalise key compliance processes in a changing regulatory environment.




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Blog: How does the SM&CR approach misconduct?

Nick Wilcox and Rolleen McDonnell of law firm BDBF examine where brokers may fall foul of the latest regulation to hit intermediaries.




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FCA warns of temporary permissions deadline as Brexit looms

There will be no change to EEA firms 'passporting' into the UK from tomorrow (31 January), but the temporary permissions regime will be used if the UK and EU fail to sign an agreement by 31 December 2020.




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FCA admits "mistake" after it accidentally shared private complainant data

The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of certain FCA complainants were publicly available between November 2019 and February 2020.




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FCA under attack for "comprehensively and scandalously" failing consumers

Regulator rejects claims from Gina Miller's True and Fair Campaign, stating they contain “numerous inaccuracies", as campaigners call on the Chancellor of the Exchequer to review Andrew Bailey's appointment as governor of the Bank of England.




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Covid-19: Six month MOT exemption announced

The AA said it had raised MOT concerns with transport ministers last week.




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FCA data reveals complaints numbers soared in H2 2019

Regulator reports 75% increase in PPI complaints ahead of 29 August 2019 deadline.




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Diversity & inclusion success in Insurance to be celebrated at new Age awards

The first Diversity & Inclusion in Insurance Awards to be held in November




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News analysis: Why do brokers need to care about the FCA focus on D&I?

A recent letter from the regulator could indicate that it wants to widen its remit to include diversity and inclusion. Should brokers be worried? Martin Friel reports.




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Blog: How flood prevention technology can impact claims management

Jonathan Jackson, CEO at flood forecasting InsurTech Previsico, explains how new technologies can change the industry's approach to flood claims.




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Applied Systems implements remote working globally

Software house has also introduced measures to enable its clients to follow suit.




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Why can't we solve the modern traffic jam?

With more cars on the road and few infrastructure projects to ease congestion, traffic jams are just getting more epic.




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The world's newest commercial airport is an engineering marvel

One of the world's newest airports, Pakyong Airport, is amazingly scenic, but engineers had to build it from scratch in the Himalaya Mountains.




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Are the Autobahn's speed limit-free days nearing an end?

Although a proposed universal speed limit on Germany's national highway system could curb emissions, many politicians are quick to dismiss the idea.




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Tesla releases new 'dog mode' for pet owners

Clever new option from Tesla prevents your dogs from getting too hot and also informs curious passersby of your imminent return.




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Costa Rica poised to become world's first fossil fuel-free country

While the Central American country of Costa Rica is the king of clean electricity, it has some serious work to do when it comes to transportation.




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London gets its first 3D crosswalk and it's a traffic-slowing beauty

Located in northwest London, it's the first optical illusion-y pedestrian crossing in the U.K.




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When it comes to aging in place, self-driving cars won't save us

A new study finds that older people react a lot more slowly when they take back control of an autonomous vehicle.




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Family-owned cheese farm's secret ingredient: Fog

The 3 Giacomini sisters have transformed their family's farm in Point Reyes, Calif., into a cheesemaking hub.




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What's the best car for older drivers?

Just about everyone recommends a big gasoline-powered SUV for seniors. This will not end well.




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This bike lane is covered in solar panels. (It's also in the middle of a highway)

Bicyclists have a 20-mile bike lane in South Korea conveniently covered by a solar roof.




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A bike is like 'a rolling walking stick'

Do older people need parking, or do they need a safe place to ride bikes and scooters?




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Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Cybertruck

Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Cybertruck, the first electric pickup.




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Why flying at lower or higher altitudes might reduce the climate impact of air travel

Only a small fraction of flights would need to adjust their altitudes to achieve the effect, new research suggests.




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India gets world's first 100% solar-powered airport

Visitors who fly to Cochin, Kerala, will see a 12MW solar farm. What better place to send a message to the world?




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Why self-driving cars won't replace mass transit

Even if self-driving cars could replace mass transit, it would be a very bad thing.




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Why is Indonesia's wildfire so hard to put out?

Created by humans, these fires just keep on burning due to underground stores of peat.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Why you should care about one church's fight over solar panels in N.C.

This David vs. Goliath story could impact the future of renewable energy everywhere.




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Why are solar companies fleeing Nevada?

Months after opening a flagship training center near Las Vegas, SolarCity is exiting the state and slashing jobs.




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The greatest scientist you've never heard of

Among scientists, he's as highly regarded as Einstein. Yet most of us have no idea who James Clerk Maxwell is.



  • Research & Innovations

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U.K. grocer embraces 'wonky' veg to trim waste

Walmart's British cousin Asda gets serious about selling funny-looking vegetables.




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This theater is heated with sewage (and no, it doesn't smell)

It doesn't sound too pleasant, but sewage can be a great source of heating and cooling for municipal buildings.




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No more work email at home? French law may protect workers' home life

The French really do know how to put work in its place...



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Sea levels are rising fast, and they'll stay that way for a long time

Sea levels are rising faster now than they have in over 2,800 years. And they'll keep on rising, even if we stop polluting tomorrow.



  • Climate & Weather

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You too can be a 'space archaeologist'

A new crowdsourcing platform aims to turn all of us into satellite-enabled Indiana Joneses.



  • Arts & Culture

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Which lifestyle changes really make a dent in your environmental impact?

In a world where almost everything we do has an impact, it's hard to know where to even start.




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Finland's mail carriers will soon be mowing lawns. But are they happy about it?

In a bid to diversify revenue, Posti, Finland's state-owned mail carrier, is offering new services, including lawn mowing on Tuesdays.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Why aren't funeral costs more transparent?

A new site, Parting.com, claims to be a 'Yelp' for funerals, bringing transparency and accountability to the funeral industry.




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Why don't we bury power lines in the U.S.?

Storm-related blackouts are expensive. But then, so are buried power lines.



  • Climate & Weather

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How real should 'fake' meat and dairy be?

From somewhat reminiscent to actually "bloody," the thinking on alternatives to meat appears to be split.