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Raac found in prison housing blocks

Raac has been found in five prisons - HMP Onley, HMP Portland, HMP Leyhill, HMP Parkhurst and HMP Northumberland - and one probation site in Cardiff. From the 1950s to the 1990s the lightweight ... read more

‘A Paradise of Small Houses’ Review: A Little Place to Call Home

From Philadelphia row houses to the shotgun homes of New Orleans, densely-packed urban housing has left its stamp on America. read more

Theatre closes for investigation over Raac concerns

A Surrey theatre has closed for an investigation into the safety of its concrete structure. Camberley Theatre was built in 1966 when reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (Raac) was used, a ... read more

How to start a vegetable garden as a beginner, according to experts

Starting a fruit and vegetable garden is daunting, which is why we spoke to gardening experts for this beginner’s guide. read more

Community rallies to preserve Queensbridge composting as Parks Dept. eviction looms

By Iryna Shkurhan Elected officials and environmental advocates rallied on the grounds of a nationally recognized community composting site ... read more

Mistakes Everyone Makes When Whipping Cream

The canned stuff just can't compare with homemade whipped cream. But according to the experts, everyone makes these mistakes when whipping cream. read more

How construction can help keep the nation healthy

Amit Vadgama is a principal building surveyor at Pick Everard Outdated, dilapidated and in need of investment. These were the challenges lobbied at the ... read more

Fore! Perfect your swing at these 9 pleasant L.A. public golf courses

Take advantage of the public courses L.A. has to offer with a guide that considers conditions, location, price, accessibility, staff, services, difficulty and — most important — vibes. read more

RAAC surveys completed at Motherwell Concert Hall and Theatre

"Option appraisals" have been carried out and councillors will be asked to consider a report on the building at a future meeting ... read more

‘A generational tradition.’ Behind the scenes at the Penn State Berkey Creamery

“Any business, nowadays, that lasts more than 10 years is phenomenal. But for a business to last more than 150 years and continue to make positive transitions and adjust to the market — that’s pretty ... read more

Haverfordwest: Withybush Hospital wards shut by Raac reopen

Six Withybush Hospital wards afflicted by crumbling concrete have all now reopened after being shut down. Half the Haverfordwest hospital's 12 wards were closed because of Raac (reinforced autoclaved ... read more

England’s chalk streams were millions of years in the making. Can they survive today?

There are fewer than 300 of these streams on the planet, and they’re teeming with life. But in recent years, detergents, microplastics, and other waste have taken a toll. read more