Talking Headways Podcast: Planning for Underground Cities
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We talk to a geotechnical engineer about underground infrastructure and its importance for the future of cities.
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See How Far U.S. Street Safety Has Fallen Behind
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We knew it was bad, but not THIS bad.
British Official Floats Idea of SUV Ban
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British traffic safety authorities are starting to figure out how dangerous SUVs are for pedestrians. Unlike the U.S., they might actually do something about it.
Helmets Do Nothing, Says British Surgeon
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Many cyclists believe bike helmets will protect their skull if they ever get into a crash, but a British neurosurgeon claimed they are not worth the trouble. Dr. Henry Marsh, a neurosurgeon at St. George’s Hospital in London who treats patients with cycling injuries, argued that most helmets are ineffective and “too flimsy” to keep […]
Tally Ho! London Breaks its Cycling Record
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London's painstaking network of new bike lanes, refurbished signals at intersections, and traffic congestion policies are paying off with record ridership.
20 MPH Speed Limits Might Become the New Normal in Scotland
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The "20's Plenty" movement may be on the verge of a new milestone.