urban

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Known for its cultural diversity, the city remained one of the most significant urban centers in the region until it was abandoned around 275/280 CE.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Most of the severe declines happened in rural areas, although urban counties like San Francisco and Los Angeles also saw decreases.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

A California-based startup called Reflect Orbital says that reflecting sunshine on places during times of darkness could charge up solar panels, grow crops and replace urban lighting.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Back in Salford, James acknowledges that although not everyone is in favour of e-bikes and e-scooters in urban centres, more choice can only be a plus.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

But after the oil crash and the onset of the energy crisis, large cities had been flooded with refugees from surrounding suburban and rural areas, resulting in a massive urban housing shortage.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline