Category: Urban Life

This is your first of three free stories this month. Become a free or sustaining member to read unlimited articles, webinars and ebooks. Become A Member With huge red brick smokestacks that jut in the sky, Revolution Mill is hard to miss. The 800,000-square-foot former flannel mill was one of the dozens of industrial mills…

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Introduction: From Soil to SocietyIn the context of rapid urbanization in China, the demand for green spaces transcends ecological concerns, touching upon issues of equity and community well-being. Community gardens emerge as a compelling solution, fostering environmental sustainability and social cohesion. These modest spaces are redefining our understanding of inclusive and participatory urban design. From…

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Gardening is not just about digging holes and planting seeds, rather it is about understanding the soil, sunlight, seasonal planting and creating a new space that works year-round. The best part here is you don’t need to learn them all from books. You just have to join the best gardening workshop in Brisbane for hands-on…

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This Memorial Day weekend, Priority Bicycles is rolling out a series of impressive specials, perfect for cycling enthusiasts looking to upgrade their ride. Shoppers can take advantage of up to a staggering $1,000 off select bicycle models, including the Apollo, 600, 600 HXT, Gemini, Folder, and one of our fave city commuters, the L-Train. Apollo…

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Baby chickens are a rite of passage in spring, but the preparation starts long before that. Here are some tips to help you start planning and keep your growing flock healthy and happy. 1. Order Early From Hatcheries Near You Most of us want specific breeds for particular reasons, whether it’s for ornamental reasons, egg-laying…

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Spring/Summer Exhibition 2025 | GraffitiStreet Gallery, Chichester: As spring unfurls and the world around us awakens, Concrete & Colour invites reflection on transformation. Featuring world renowned street artists, this exhibition draws on the visual language of the urban landscape to explore renewal, change, and the emergence of beauty in unexpected places. Concrete & Colour –…

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To mark the publication of new contributions to our Cambridge Elements in Global Urban History series, we will feature interviews with authors and share short excerpts from their work. Here, series co-editor Tracy Neumann interviews Richard Harris, the author of our first Element, How Cities Matter (2021). Richard Harris is Professor Emeritus at McMaster University…

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Debating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cities has occupied the urban discussion airspace across the globe. Finland is no exception. The mainstream narrative, also boosted by the media, is that people are fleeing cities in search of a healthier life in the exurbs, if not venturing even further to the solitude of the…

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An interactive journey through time, space, materials, and the art of making.  Loewe’s singular playfulness.  LOEWE Crafted World: A World of Craft showcases LOEWE’s avant-garde approach to fashion and the culture of craft that has been passed down through the generations. The exhibition opened for the first time in Shanghai in 2024 as a traveling…

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879: Bevin Cohen on Growing Herbs in Every Season. Exploring Nature’s Herbal Bounty. In This Podcast: Greg welcomes returning guest Bevin Cohen, an award-winning author and owner of Small House Farm, to discuss Bevin’s new book, ‘Herbs in Every Season.’ The conversation delves into Bevin’s holistic approach to herbs, focusing on their various uses throughout…

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