Triangles, Crescents, Slivers: Can Odd-Shaped Lots Help Ease the Housing Crisis?
Over the past year, the nation’s 250 largest cities, including Seattle, have made 257 significant zoning changes to clear the path for denser development.
Month: August 2025
White House denies Stephen Miller’s alleged ‘arrest targets’ for ICE agents exist
A court filling last week stated that ‘no such goal has been set as a matter of policy, and no such directive has been issued to or by DHS or ICE’
Third child dies nearly a week after a boat collision near Miami, Coast Guard says
The U.S. Coast Guard says a third child has died nearly a week after a barge struck and sank a boat during a sailing camp near Miami.
Putin Widens Effort to Control Russia’s Internet
Russia is escalating its efforts to curtail online freedom, taking new steps toward a draconian state-controlled internet.
China pushes back at US demands to stop buying Russian and Iranian oil
China has taken a firm stance against U.S. demands that it stop buying oil from Russia and Iran or face a possible 100% tariff.
Woman charged after toddler is found in suitcase in New Zealand bus’ luggage compartment – NBC News
Woman charged after toddler is found in suitcase in New Zealand bus’ luggage compartment NBC NewsNew Zealand woman arrested after two-year-old found in luggage BBCNew Zealand woman arrested after 2-year-old girl found alive in sui…
China pushes back at US demands to stop buying Russian and Iranian oil – AP News
China pushes back at US demands to stop buying Russian and Iranian oil AP NewsChina standing firm against U.S. demands that it stop buying oil from Russia and Iran CBS NewsUS-China talks hit energy roadblock: Beijing defies pressu…
Secret filming exposes the ‘madams’ involved in Kenya’s child-sex trade
An undercover BBC investigation reveals the women who involve children as young as 13 in sex work.
An interview with Strava CEO Michael Martin on Athlete Intelligence, the premium AI “coach” introduced in 2024 that has alienated experienced users, and more (Haley Zimmerman/Wall Street Journal)
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An interview with Strava CEO Michael Martin on Athlete Intelligence, the premium AI “coach” introduced in 2024 that has alienated experienced users, and more — Over 150 million peop…
Demond Williams Jr., Zach Durfee impress during Day 4 of UW fall camp
Quarterback Demond Williams Jr. and edge rusher Zach Durfee enjoyed standout days at UW’s fourth fall practice as the Huskies had their most significant scrimmage sessions to date.