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In 2005, Florida sank about 500 tons of concrete railroad ties off St. Lucie County; a year later, divers recorded 17 fish species and heavy marine growthFlorida's groundbreaking initiative saw 500 tons of discarded railroad ties submerged offshore, creating a new artificial reef aimed at fos...- In 2022, Miami sank 345 tons of concrete from a demolished waterfront pier instead of dumping it; the rubble became a reef rising 8 feet from the seafloorMiami-Dade County has developed an innovative approach by creating artificial reefs using demolished concrete. The materials from Bentley B...
- North Carolina dumped 7,200 tons of discarded concrete pipe onto bare ocean floor at AR-165; the reef later grew to include 3 retired tugboats for fish habitatIn North Carolina, marine biologists are transforming sunken tugboats and concrete pipes into artificial reefs, enhancing the habitat for n...
- Growing economy inequality one of nation's most pressing concerns, govt must act: CongCongress has raised concerns about growing economic inequality and the lack of employment opportunities under the Modi government. The part...
- ‘I loved that’: Nana Patekar’s co-star recalls how the actor made her rehearse 3 Marathi words a million timesDeepti Naval fondly recounted her time working alongside the late Nana Patekar in the Marathi film Suryodaya. She recalled diligently pract...
- India woos South Korea, Cyprus to boost shipbuilding and maritime sectorUnion Minister Sarbananda Sonowal engaged South Korean and Cypriot maritime leaders to enhance India's shipbuilding capabilities. Discussio...
- In 1961, Georgia waiter Dilmus Hall retired and began filling his home and yard with handmade figures; decades later, the Smithsonian was preserving his storyDilmus Hall ingeniously transformed his residence into a vibrant artistic haven, brimming with sculptures shaped by his personal beliefs an...
- Serbian Elections: How a student protest born after a railway station canopy collapse ended right-wing Aleksandar Vučić’s 12-year grip on powerSerbia’s student-led movement has emerged victorious in the October 25, 2026, parliamentary election, dealing a major blow to Aleksandar Vu...
- Jamia Millia Islamia students reject university notice, say hunger strike will continue until demands are metProtesting students at Jamia Millia Islamia have rejected the administration's notice regarding their demands. They insist their agitation ...
- In 1942, Wisconsin furniture worker James Tellen began making concrete figures; over 15 years, he created more than 30 historical, religious and mythical sculptures in his family’s woodsIn the year 1942, inspired by the stunning views from his hospital window, James Tellen embarked on a remarkable journey to create a mesmer...
- 'Dialogue on with Ministry, OMCs': Federation of LPG Distributors distances itself from call for Delhi strikesThe Federation of LPG Distributors of India has opposed the proposed protests and indefinite strike in Delhi, urging distributors to mainta...
- When noise is high, separate short-term headwinds from long-term business. 5 large-cap stocks with upside potential of up to 23%For any decision you make in this market over the next three to six months, the first question should be about the business and the company...
- In 2019, New York deployed 4.5 million pounds of retired Mill Basin Drawbridge materials at Hempstead Reef off Long Island’s South Shore, adding to the artificial reefThe Mill Basin Drawbridge has been intentionally submerged at Hempstead Reef to create a habitat for marine life. Research suggests that wh...
- India, Russia aim for $100 billion trade by 2030 as Modi, Putin push cooperationIndian Ambassador Vinay Kumar announced collaboration plans between India and Russia to increase trade significantly. Prime Minister Narend...
- In late 2020, New Jersey crews placed nearly 6,000 tons of retired container-inspection concrete forms on the seafloor off Manasquan, adding about 1.25 acres of reef habitatIn a significant environmental initiative, New Jersey's Bureau of Marine Fisheries has installed approximately 6,000 tons of concrete reef ...
- In 2004, Texas sank 152 discarded concrete power poles weighing 1,457 tons in the Gulf; the unusual load became an artificial reef 130 feet underwaterIn 2004, an innovative project transformed discarded concrete utility poles into an artificial reef within the Gulf of Mexico. A total of 1...
- Nick Engelbert was a Wisconsin dairy farmer when a sprained ankle led him to make one concrete sculpture; 15 years later, his yard held more than 40 statuesIn Wisconsin, Nick Engelbert, a dedicated dairy farmer, turned his farm into a unique art landscape featuring over 40 concrete sculptures i...
- Micron workers in Taiwan to strike in push for bigger profit shareHuge global appetite for chips used in AI data centres has sent revenues soaring for firms that design, produce and assemble them but as th...
- At 64, retired Kansas teacher and farmer S.P. Dinsmoor began building his Garden of Eden with concrete sculptures; the property later became a tourist attractionSamuel Perry Dinsmoor constructed the Garden of Eden in Lucas, Kansas, during his retirement from farming. This outdoor attraction features...
- In 1986, Illinois rebuilt 4.14 miles of I-57 using recycled concrete; 20 years later, load transfer efficiency across transverse cracks still averaged over 90%In the 1980s, the Illinois Department of Transportation pioneered a project that involved recycling roadway concrete into new pavement. Aft...
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