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Brits urged to help hedgehogs beat the heat
As UK summers grow hotter, heatwaves are becoming more dangerous – not just for people, but for wildlife too. Hedgehogs, already under threat from habitat loss, are now facing dehydration, overheating and even death due to rising temperatures. But with a few simple garden design tweaks, homeowners can provide essential shade, shelter, and water to…
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Design Coaching Update: You Have To See How Much Progress Chrissy And Pete Have Made
Big things are happening in the Cambor household! If you’re new to this “design coaching” project, let me catch you up to speed! Back in January, Emily wrote a post asking for people to submit their upcoming design/renovation projects in the hopes that she might be able to offer some insight and wisdom as someone…
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Lib Dems call for COBRA meeting amid second UK heatwave
The Liberal Democrats have called on the Government to urgently convene a COBRA meeting amid the intensifying heatwave gripping the UK. With temperatures soaring for the second time this month, there are growing concerns about public health, infrastructure strain, the NHS’s, and how to keep UK houses cool. Homeowners are advised to take immediate precautions…
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Air conditioning hire: Is it an option for homes?
I’ve hired dehumidifiers during an unfortunate flooding incident, but hadn’t really considered air conditioning hire until someone mentioned it to me the other day. Sitting at home in a hot living room, working through yet another heatwave, I decided to explore what was available to see if it’s a trick I’ve missed. I don’t have…
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Diary dates – what’s on in July
Highlights of the CIOB Calendar for the coming month. Image: Dreamstime Join us for a guided tour of work at Castell Coch, outside Cardiff, with contractor John Weaver. Castell Coch, or the ‘Red Castle’, rises up from the ancient beech woods of Fforest Fawr above the village of Tongwynlais in Wales. The John Weaver conservation…
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Why Hoteliers Are Turning to AI and Augmented Reality
In today’s hospitality landscape, technology isn’t just a support function — it’s a strategic asset that’s transforming how hotel operators connect with guests and operate more efficiently. As an owner/ operator of 45 hotels across the U.S., we are witnessing an exciting evolution in hotel technology, and at the center of it all is artificial…
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Eagleview Launches Eagleview One and New Brand Vision
Today, Eagleview, a leading provider of data and aerial imagery, announces the culmination of a multi-year transformation initiative to provide more value for customers who rely on Eagleview for aerial imagery, insights, and analytics. The transformation across engineering, data, marketing, and operations focused on uniting aerial and drone imagery, AI-powered analytics, and high precision 3D…
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John Von Bargen Helped Redefine Air Pollution Control
Before compliance was a buzzword—before “sustainability” made headlines—John Von Bargen was rewriting the rulebook for American industry. As Ship & Shore Environmental, Inc. (S&SE) accelerates toward its 25th anniversary, Von Bargen’s legacy remains the foundation of one of the world’s most trusted engineering firms in CleanAir Solutions™. A chemical engineer with zero patience for mediocrity, Von Bargen started…
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Bypass Sliding Door Dimensions: A Guide for Modern U.S. Homes
Bypass sliding doors stand out as a practical and elegant choice when it comes to interior design that values both form and function. Especially popular in modern homes, these doors are ideal for closets, pantries, and space-saving room dividers. Unlike hinged doors, they glide along a track and overlap neatly, eliminating the need for swing…