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Two migration tales of strength, hardship, and tenacity

Far too often, certain pundits, politicos, and just plain bigots depict refugees and immigrants as criminals and/or parasites. That couldn’t be further from the truth for the vast majority of those people who are seeking a new life in another … Continue reading

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Skyscrapers of 100 stories or more above ground

Below are listed all the skyscrapers around the planet that rise 100 stories or more above the ground. Ones shown in italics are either under construction or construction has halted. If an expected year of completion is known, it is … Continue reading

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LA en noir et blanc (in black and white)

Below are a few images from mighty Los Angeles taken over the past holiday weekend. They are presented in beautifully subtle black and white monochrome.

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North America’s largest container terminals

The following list identifies the largest marine terminals specifically developed (or being developed) as container terminals at seaports across North America, based on their acreage. The Garden City Container Terminal in Savannah, Georgia is the largest single such facility in … Continue reading

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Ten planning lessons from Daniel Burnham’s Chicago

The following are ten planning lessons from multiples visits to the dynamic City of Chicago. Source: onlyinyourstate.com ________ If Chicago intrigues you too, here are several books about the city that are available via Amazon.com.* ……….Link – The Third Coast……………………………………………Link … Continue reading

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Ten planning lessons from the elegant oasis of Palm Springs

Below are ten (10) planning lessons from the beautiful desert city of Palm Springs, California. Peace! Few places have such a dramatic elevation change in such a short distance (up to 9,000 feet in four miles). This makes Palm Springs’ … Continue reading

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Most populous suburbs of North America

The list below identifies the most populous suburbs of North America. Cities with the most suburbs on the list include: For countries wholes census or population estimates were more than 10 years old, World Population Review was used as a … Continue reading

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15 years after the tornado – Planning lessons from Greensburg, Kansas

May 4, 2007, will always remain a pivotal day in the history of Greensburg, Kansas. On that day, much of the city of Greensburg was obliterated by a EF5 category tornado. Thankfully, most residents survived the tragedy due early and … Continue reading

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Madrid, NM – Coal mining ghost town to eclectic art colony

Among the many attractions within an hour’s drive of Albuquerque and Santa Fe is the former coal mining town of Madrid, New Mexico. Located in a rugged valley bounded by the Ortiz Mountains, the town had acquired the nickname of … Continue reading

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North American cities with toll beltways and bypasses

This list provided below identifies those toll roads/turnpikes that serve as beltways and bypass in of cities in North America. For purposes of this post, tolled bridges, causeways, and tunnels are not included unless they are part of a larger … Continue reading

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