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Photos
The Insurance Company That Thought Its Buildings Could Save Cities
Why Prudential thought it could save America's downtowns through its own decentralization.
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Meet 'Strappy,' the Almost-There Future of Urban Transport Technology
Near-field communication — which turns your phone into your fares, ads, and more — has shown both promise and problems.
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Democracy in America
This Week in Bans: Santa Monica Outlaws Christmas Displays
Also banned recently: Porch sofas in Durham, North Carolina; public profanity near Boston; a British man who drinks mouthwash.
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A Jacket That Lets Introverts Hide in a Cloud of Fog
This weather-producing coat out of Cambridge is perfect for city-dwellers who want privacy.
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Democracy in America
This Week in Bans: Moscow Outlaws Gay-Pride Parades for Next 100 Years
Also, California cities binge on foie gras before it's banned; Boston knocks down satellite dishes; you can't dress up like Tinker Bell at Disney World; a British city welcomes back meter maids.
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Charts
Which City Might Try to Ban Huge Sodas Next?
Deductive reasoning says Seattleites should drink 'em while they got 'em.
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A Crime Most Slippery: Grease Thieves Plague the Restaurant Industry
Step aside, copper thieves. There's a new weirdly brazen criminal in town.
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What Will New York City's Bike Share Program Mean for Rider Safety?
Bike lanes could keep accident rates low, even without helmets.
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Postcard
A Celebration of Steampunk
A festival transforms Waltham, Massachusetts, into a place worthy of Jules Verne's admiration.
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Walk Score Launches Bike Score
How bikeable is your city?
