Shopping Center Struggles with Empty Space – Lappeenranta Seeks Industry in Place of Russian Tourists
Lappeenranta is considering repurposing a shopping area that flourished during Eastern tourism for industrial use due to significant declines in Russian tourist visits.
The Boskovice Reuse Center Returns Items and Lives Back to Life. It Helps the Homeless with Its Profits
The Boskovice Reuse Center focuses on repurposing items while providing support for homeless individuals through its profits.
NDG’s Empress Theatre to be demolished, site repurposed as cultural space
The Empress Theatre in Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, built in 1927, is set to be demolished with plans to preserve its iconic facade while repurposing the site as a cultural space.
Common blue pill could work as a potential dementia treatment says new study
A study finds that Viagra may lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease, suggesting its potential as a treatment for dementia.
South Africa: South Africa Is Moving Away From Coal - How Mines and Power Stations Could Be Used for Green Energy and Farming
South Africa is exploring the repurposing of its coal mines and power stations for green energy and agricultural use as it transitions away from coal.
Bristol church repair opens door to Edward Colston exhumation
Repair work on a church in Bristol, believed to be the burial site of slave trader Edward Colston, may lead to his remains being exhumed as the building is considered for repurposing.
AI Data Center in Munich: The Future Moves into Munich's Tucherpark
A new underground data center officially opens in Munich's Tucherpark, repurposing a former bank facility and showcasing the latest server technology.
Fast track change of use to open closed properties
The article discusses a fast track approach to repurposing derelict buildings into emergency housing to address the housing crisis, highlighting the need for deviations from urban planning regulations.
Migration: District of Erding closes nine refugee accommodations
The District of Erding plans to close nine refugee accommodations between March and December 2026, repurposing these facilities for the local housing market and affecting 72 placements.
Freed Askatasuna, but its 'branch' is still occupied. A banner appears to free the imam of Turin
Local politicians in Turin aim to restore legality and public health by repurposing the former ITIS Baldracco site, which remains occupied despite calls for its use as a cultural site.
New Use of Churches: Ommmm instead of Amen
In Germany, many churches are either abandoned or being demolished, but they can be repurposed into bookstores, climbing gyms, yoga studios, or apartments, illustrating a global trend of transforming these structures.
Re-use of Church Properties: When the Kindergarten Moves into the Church
In Limburg, the Catholic Church is advising parishes on repurposing their large church buildings, sometimes resulting in architecturally impressive transformations as seen in St. Matthew's Church.