The non-profit organization behind one of Winnipeg's top tourist attractions is seeking financial compensation in court over alleged construction defects. It's the latest in a series of legal claims filed in the Leaf's relatively short history. According to a statement of claim filed Dec. 13 in the Manitoba Court of King's Bench, the Assiniboine Park… Continue reading Assiniboine Park Conservancy Holds Contractor Responsible for Flood Damage: Lawsuit
These Apple products are expected in early 2025
According to Mark Gurman, Apple is preparing for a busy spring of 2025 with several new devices launching. Here's what's coming? Entry-level iPads: Expected to receive an update in spring 2025 iPhone SE 4: Scheduled for release in spring 2025 New iPad Air: Also expected for spring 2025 M4 MacBook Air: Expected to be available… Continue reading These Apple products are expected in early 2025
A Silver Lake home was redesigned within budget
It's vibrant, artistic and full of personality. A young couple was ready to completely redesign their three- and two-bedroom home in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles. “They sought a complete transformation and wanted a space that would not only accommodate their growing family, but also capture the artistic essence of their eccentric Silver… Continue reading A Silver Lake home was redesigned within budget
“What are they citing your lawn for?”
Homeowners associations are no strangers to enforcing neighborhood rules. A post on Reddit's r/f***HOA subreddit reignited this debate and showed just how far HOAs can go to maintain their idea of ”perfection.” One user shared a picture of his manicured lawn — neat with a few stray leaves and white, fluffy dandelions, but objectively better… Continue reading “What are they citing your lawn for?”
Decorative options not feasible | Otago Daily Times Online News
The dilapidated buildings at 319A South Rd are set to be demolished but efforts to beautify the street while leaving the site empty have failed, Dunedin City Council documents say. The Council gave its approval for “temporary border treatment” at the end of last month. It said the applicant, Otakou Health Ltd, bought the property… Continue reading Decorative options not feasible | Otago Daily Times Online News
Its social and political landscape
I celebrated my birthday week several times at the Diliman campus of the University of the Philippines (UP), in most cases coinciding with the traditional lantern parade. The parade traverses the UP Academic Oval, which is canopied by sturdy acacia trees over a century old, which bear silent witness to the struggles of Diliman residents.… Continue reading Its social and political landscape
HGTV star Jasmine Roth shares her money-saving tip for sprucing up a room
Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock New buildings sometimes lack character, as do conversions that lack construction quality. To breathe life into boring decor, look for vintage-inspired finds for your home. Jasmine Roth, star of HGTV's “Help!” I Wrecked My House” has lots of ideas on how to do just that. When she's not busy fixing DIY… Continue reading HGTV star Jasmine Roth shares her money-saving tip for sprucing up a room
Climate Tech reduces emissions and improves urban landscapes and lives
Sign up for daily updates from CleanTechnica by email. Or follow us on Google News! If we hope to see a climate-resilient world in the coming years, we need to rethink the way we design our urban environments – making them ecologically sound and resilient, sustainable spaces. Possible paths to achieving such goals… Continue reading Climate Tech reduces emissions and improves urban landscapes and lives
Driver and dog rescued from vehicle that crashed on I-57 – Shaw Local
BOURBONNAIS – The driver of a Jeep and her dog were rescued by emergency responders Sunday morning after the Jeep left Interstate 57 and landed in a pond. The driver was traveling north when, for unknown reasons, the Jeep left the east side of the roadway south of the Bourbonnais Parkway (318) exit. According to… Continue reading Driver and dog rescued from vehicle that crashed on I-57 – Shaw Local
Here's how to care for robins with the leftovers from your Christmas dinner
With winter on the horizon and snowfall forecasts becoming confirmed, it is important to consider how the freezing temperatures could affect our garden birds. Many birds struggle to survive in the colder months because they have less daylight to forage and a lack of natural sources. Robins are particularly at risk because they rely on… Continue reading Here's how to care for robins with the leftovers from your Christmas dinner