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USUCGER publishes report on the Survey of Geotechnical programs in the US
The United States Universities Council on Geotechnical Education and Research (USUCGER) Board has published a report focusing on the number of gradua The United States Universities Council on Geotech...
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House collapses into large sinkhole in Russia
A residence collapsed due to a large sinkhole that opened in a Russian village. A sinkhole is a depression in the ground that is triggered by the fai A residence collapsed due to a large sinkhole tha...
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Building collapses in London after explosion: 2 casualties
Two people have been reported dead after an explosion caused a building to collapse in West London, UK. The incident occurred on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, at about 6:30 am local time in Southall...
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From what material will buildings on Mars be constructed?
A material that exists on Earth but is not used in the construction industry can be utilized for future construction projects on Mars. Future space missions will aim at visiting and establishing ba...
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M 7.5 earthquake hit Alaska triggering tsunami warnings
A tsunami warning was issued after a powerful earthquake hit Alaska's southern coast. The M 7.5 earthquake struck on Monday, October 19, 2020, at A tsunami warning was issued after a powerful ear...
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Roof collapse in Curtin University, Australia: 1 person dead
One person has been reported dead after a roof collapsed in a Curtin's University building, Australia. Curtin University is a public university located in Perth, Western Australia. The roof of a 5-...
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Landslides devastate Vietnam: 35 people reported dead and many missing
At least 35 people have been reported dead and many are still missing after landslides hit central Vietnam. During the recent period, central Vietnam At least 35 people have been reported dead and ma...
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High tower in South Korea engulfed in fire
A 33-story building was engulfed in fire but, fortunately, it was put under control without any fatalities. The high tower is located in the city of Ulsan, South Korea. The structure caught on fire...
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3D-printed buildings using soil material
Researchers have developed a new technique to construct a building using a 3-D printer and soil material. Today, construction and building industries account for almost 40% of the total carbon emis...
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Plans for largest indoor arena in the United Kingdom approved
The scheme for the UK's biggest indoor arena has been recently approved. The plans for the new indoor arena were approved by Manchester City Council on September 24, 2020. The facility will b...
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