Conservative commentator Justin Shubows National Civic Art Society group is behind a new proposal that would radically alter the Penn Station area to move Madison Square Garden and deliver a new public plaza and open-air train hall in its place.Image courtesy of Grand Penn Community AllianceImage courtesy of Grand Penn Community AllianceA nonprofit named Grand Penn Community Alliance authored the plan called Grand Penn Park. The architect credited to the proposal is Alexandro Washburn, a Principal of the Brooklyn firm DRAW Brooklyn, and according to his LinkedIn, the former leader of an entity called the Pennsylvania Station Redevelopment Corporation from 1996 to the Millennium. As Gothamist reported, the estimated cost quoted by the architect was $7.5 billion.Image courtesy of Grand Penn Community AllianceImage courtesy of Grand Penn Community AllianceIt appears to be a paean to the current administrations politicization of architecture and follows others that have come in the...

While Nintendo is getting ready to reveal more details about the Nintendo Switch 2, rumours have popped up that indicate that the company has already started shipping units of the console to North America. As caught by Reddit user Icy-ConcentrationC, a post on the Famiboards by user LiC indicates that almost 400,000 units of the Switch 2 have been shipped between Janaury 17 and January 22.Totalling up to around 383,000 units, the consoles seemingly have the USZ region code, which would indicate that they will be sold in the US and Canada. Peripherals are also being shipped, according to the rumour, including a charging grip with the product code BEE-A-ESSKA. For context, the original Switchs charging grip had the product code HAC-A-ESSKA.So, it finally happened. HVBG exported 383,000 units of the completed console set between January 17th and January 22nd, wrote LiC on Famiboards. They were all shipped to the US, and all were of the USZ (US/Canada) region code. 41,598 units of the charging grip were also shipped to the US, confirming that HGU0620 is the charging grip with a product code of BEE-A-ESSKA, which matches the Switch 1 charging grips HAC-A-ESSKA.For context, HVBG is a Vietnam-based manufacturers that is likely involved with assembling the Switch 2 out of the various parts it gets from other suppliers. These parts would include things like the display, buttons, and logic boards.LiC further wrote about HVBG getting a host of system parts that would likely be for the new console, including SoCs. As of December, the company reportedly got 1.2 million units of SoCs and screens. January saw even more shipments, numbering at 1.7 million.If these rumours are true, Nintendo is likely trying to avoid stock shortage for the Switch 2 as we get closer to its currently-unannounced launch date.Nintendo officially unveiled the Switch 2 back in January with a video. Since then, the video has hit new milestones in terms of how many people saw it. At the time of writing, the Nintendo of America YouTube pages version of the first-look trailer boasts 21 million views.The Switch 2 reveal gave us our first look at the consoles new design, which is going for more muted aesthetics than its predecessors. For example, rather than the JoyCons sporting bold colours, the iconic red and blue are instead used for accents around the edges and the analogue sticks.The console will also feature a larger display, as well as a new magnet-based attachment system for its JoyCon controllers. Speaking of which, the controllers also feature a mysterious new C button, the purpose of which is yet to be revealed.The dock for the Switch 2 has also gone through a redesign, featuring rounded corners along with a more low-profile design with more of the console being visible even when the dock is being used.More details about the Switch 2, including launch-period games, technical information, and a launch date are expected to be revealed during the Switch 2-specific Direct slated for April 2.

Developer Remedy Entertainment has revealed that the sequel to Control is now in full production. In its annual report, Remedy has stated that development on Control 2 is now under full swing after having finished all the pre-production work on the title.As described by Remedys own report, a game being in full production means that it has already wrapped up with a number of parts of the development process, from the original mandate of the games development being started, all the way to getting ready for production after finishing a proof-of-concept. As part of full production, Remedy estimates a time frame of between 15 and 26 months, with a team size that can range from over 75 all the way up to 200.Along with Control 2, the company has also revealed that other titles like the Max Payne 1 & 2 remake, as well as co-op action game FBC: Firebreak also fall in the full production category.Remedy has also stated that the initial development budget for Control 2 totals up to around 50 million. The studio also wrote about its partnership with Annapurna Pictures, who is financing 50 percent of the development costs for Control 2. In return, Annapurna Pictures gets the rights to adapt Remedy games like Control and Alan Wake into movies and TV shows.This reveal comes a month after Remedys previous earnings report, when the company had said that Control 2 would be entering the full production stage soon.While Remedy hasnt given us too many details about Control 2 other than the fact that it will follow up on the events of the original Control, the game was seemingly teased in a DLC for Alan Wake 2. The DLC, titled The Lake House, featured protagonist Kiran Estevez getting transported to various locations from Control, including the Panopticon in the Oldest House, and even the Oceanview Hotel.The studio has previously described Control 2 as being an action RPG. While the original Control also had a few RPG-adjacent mechanics like crafting mods for your weapons, the fact that the studio is referring to Control 2 as an action RPG would indicate that these elements might be getting expanded to feature more in-depth systems.Alongside Control 2, the Control universe is also getting expanded thanks to spin-off FBC: Firebreak. Director Mike Kayatta has spoken about the choice for Remedy to make a multiplayer title, referring to the move as a chance for the studio to do something new.A lot of this is uncharted territory for us, said Kayatta back in January. We know we have a lot to learn to deliver on the potential we see, but theres a lot of passion and drive behind our push into this space.Remedy has stated that more details about FBC: Firebreak will be revealed at the Future Games Show taking place on March 20. The game is being developed for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. The studio has also previously stated that FBC: Firebreak will be a mid-priced title, and that its system requirement wont be as extreme as Alan Wake 2.

The winners of the 2024 Niagara Biennial, hosted by Ontarios Niagara Region, have officially been announced.The bi-annual awards program celebrates design excellence in Niagara and showcases a range of exemplary design solutions within the diverse built environments of Niagara.Established in 2020, the program aims to promote the contribution to Niagaras economy by creatives such as designers, artists, fabricators, builders, and owners. The work of these individuals must balance complex issues of sustainability, livability, inclusivity, vibrancy, and climate change.Here is a list of the 2024 winners.The Exchange. Photo credit: Khaldoon, courtesy of Niagara RegionGrand Prize WinnerThe Exchange | Niagara FallsProject Address: 5910 Sylvia Place, Niagara FallsProject Owner: City of Niagara FallsProject Team: DTAH, Garritano Brothers Ltd, Ft Lab, WalterFedy, ENTRO, Introba/Integral Group, ASIJordan Village Public Realm Revitalization. Photo courtesy of Niagara RegionGrand Prize WinnerJordan Village Public Realm RevitalizationProject Address: Jordan VillageProject Owner: Town of LincolnProject Team: Arcadis, Trenchline & Roads, Stevensville Lawn Service Inc., EarthscapeCoronation Park Improvement. Photo courtesy of Niagara RegionOutstanding Achievement (Landscape Architecture)Coronation Park ImprovementProject Address: 77 Main Street West, GrimsbyProject Owner: Town of GrimsbyProject Team: Shoreplan Engineering, CRL Campbell ConstructionReNew the View. Photo courtesy of Niagara RegionOutstanding Achievement (Outdoor Art)ReNew the ViewProject Address: 282 Ontario Street, St. CatharinesProject Owner: Willow Arts CommunityProject Team: Willow Arts Community Visual Artists: Marvin Dale, Tammy Fenner, Tricia Franklin, Kim Height, and Doug Paget.Glendale Diverging Diamond Interchange. Photo courtesy of Niagara RegionAward of Excellence (Enduring Design)Glendale Diverging Diamond InterchangeProject Address: Queen Elizabeth Way/Glendale Avenue/York Road/ Airport Road, Niagara-on-the-LakeProject Owner: Ontario Ministry of Transportation with Niagara RegionProject Team: Niagara Region, The Miller Group, Morrison Hershfield/ Stantec Engineering, HDR Inc., AECOMCasablanca Waterfront Park. Photo courtesy of Niagara RegionAward of Excellence (Landscape Architecture)Casablanca Waterfront ParkProject Address: 420 North Service Road, GrimsbyProject Owner: Town of GrimsbyProject Team: SDG Landscape Architects, Matrix Solutions Inc., MNE Engineering, Kuntz ForestryConsulting Inc., Oakridge Landscape ContractorsFirst Nations Peace Monument. Photo credit: Khaldoon,courtesy of Niagara RegionAward of Excellence (Landscape Architecture)First Nations Peace MonumentProject Address: 2370 DeCew Road, ThoroldProject Owner: City of ThoroldProject Team: Friends of Laura Secord, Douglas J. Cardinal Architect Inc., Quartek Group, Plenty Canada and Landscape of Nations 360, Niagara Parks Commission, Niagara Region, Rankin Construction Inc.Public Art at the Exchange. Photo courtesy of Niagara RegionAward of Excellence (Outdoor Art)Public Art at the ExchangeProject Address: 5910 Sylvia Place, Niagara FallsProject Owner: City of Niagara FallsProject Team: Nicholas Crombach, Dillon Douglas, Jacob Headley, Emily Andrews, Lyndsay-Ann ChilcottProjects the Jury wished to also recognize the following projects with a Certificate of Acknowledgment:Fonthill AbbeyTown of PelhamProject Owner: Rinaldi HomesProject Team: Raimondo Architects + AssociatesUrban Studios RedefinedCity of St. CatharinesProject Owner: Elevate LivingProject Team: Better Neigbourhoods Inc., Invizij ArchitectsVineyard SquareTown of Niagara-on-the-LakeProject Owner: DJR HoldingsProject Team: ACK Architects Studio Inc., Upper Canada Consultants, Hallex Engineering, Sirignano Contracting, McWilliam and Assoc.Copacabana RestaurantCity of Niagara FallsProject Owner: SMJR HospitalityProject Team: Raimondo Architects + Associates, Francois Frossard Design Ltd., VBSA, ARC Engineering, Seguin Engineering Inc.Sanctuary Suites on ElmCity of Port ColborneProject Owner: Hometown Properties Inc.Project Team: Engineering, Seguin South Coast Consulting, G. Curnock and Associates, Upper Canada ConsultantsNiagara-on-the-Lake Heritage District FeatureTown of Niagara-on-the-LakeProject Owner: Town of Niagara-on-the-LakeProject Team: SDG Landscape Architects, MNE Engineering, Whistling Dwarf Stonework, Three SeasonsLandscapes, Smart Watering SystemsThe post 2024 Niagara Biennial Design winners announced appeared first on Canadian Architect.

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After a season 3 finale that left open plenty of possibilities for a return, its now confirmed: Ted Lasso is coming back. The Apple TV Plus sitcom is getting a fourth season, though it appears to be still fairly early in development.In an interview on the New Heights podcast, star Jason Sudeikis confirmed that season 4 is being written now, and that it will follow the eponymous coach as he leads a new womens soccer team. Aside from Sudeikis, theres no other word on what characters might be returning, although much of the creative team will be back, including writer (and Roy Kent actor) Brett Goldstein.As we all continue to live in a world where so many factors have conditioned us to look before we leap, Sudeikis said in a statement. In season 4, the folks at AFC Richmond learn to leap before they look, discovering that wherever they land, its exactly where theyre meant to be.Ted Lasso remains one of the biggest hits for Apple TV Plus, so the return isnt too surprising. And the news comes as Apple is on a steady run of returning series, including the second seasons of both Silo and Severance, alongside the fourth season of Mythic Quest.

Theres a lot to explore in Google Maps, but you may not always know where to look. Its great if youre trying to drive through a crowded city or find out which local coffee shop has the best-rated bagels, but there are also other, lesser-known features worth investigating. These include historical imagery on Google Street View. Google Maps actually makes it easy to switch between different time periods. On either desktop or mobile, you can go back to when Googles Street View cars first started patrolling the streets in some areas, you can go back as far as 2007 and see how roads and places looked years ago.So whether you have a practical purpose or just want to take a nostalgia trip, heres how to go about it. These instructions apply to the latest versions of Google Maps for the web, Android, and iOS.Street View on desktopStreet View image dates appear as options at the bottom of the screen. Screenshot: GoogleIf youre using Google Maps in a desktop browser, you can get to Street View by clicking anywhere on the map where Street View is available (which is most roads and famous landmarks), then clicking the Street View panel at the bottom. (It will look like a small square photo with a curved arrow.)Alternatively, select a specific destination on the map, like a bar or park, to bring up its info panel then either click the same Street View panel at the bottom or click Street View & 360 in the photo gallery on the pop-up. Both methods get you to the same place.If historical Street View imagery is available (and it isnt everywhere), look for a See more dates link in the address box in the top left.Select this link to display a series of thumbnails along the bottom of the screen, labeled with all the available dates. Scroll right to see the oldest.Click any thumbnail to see the Street View pictures from that time. Click and drag on the pictures themselves to look around.You can still move around as normal by clicking on the arrows on the Street View images. If you navigate to a place where there isnt any older imagery, youll be taken back to the most recent photos.If you want to move around any faster, you can click inside the mini map (lower left) and then click again on a specific point to jump to that place. Areas with Street View coverage are marked in blue.Click See latest date (top left) to go back to the most recent images in the Street View database.Street View on mobileLeft: You can find the Street Views category in a places thumbnails. Right: Once you choose See more dates, you find past dates at the bottom of the screen. Screenshots: GoogleIf youre using Google Maps on Android or iOS, then again youve got two ways to jump to Street View: you can tap and hold on any spot on the map, and if Street View imagery is available for it, a Street View photo appears in the lower-left corner of the map. (You may also get the same photo in the bottom half of the screen, depending on how your version of Google Maps is set up.) Either way, tap on that to get to Street View.You can also tap on a labeled place name to bring up its info card, then choose Photos and Street View & 360 (if it appears) to get to Street View and start looking around.If imagery from other dates is available, you get a See more dates link at the bottom of the screen. Tap this to see the same selection of thumbnails as on the computer, labeled with the month and year. Tap any thumbnail to jump to it.Tap and drag on the screen to look around or tap on any of the onscreen arrows to navigate around the location youre in.As on the desktop, if you move to a place that doesnt have older photos, youll be taken back to the most recent imagery.You can also go back to the latest photos by tapping the left-most thumbnail in the date selection or by tapping the X in the top-left corner.Historical satellite imagery in Google EarthGoogle Earth gives you access to older satellite imagery. Image: GoogleYou can also explore historical satellite imagery using Google Earth. You can either use it on the web or get the apps for Android and iOS.In the web interface, click the Activate historical imagery button in the top toolbar. (It looks like a globe with an arrow around it.) You then get a timeline of available imagery for the region youre looking at: just click on a year to go back in time. You can also switch from Historial imagery to Timelapse using the button on the top left of the screen and choose how fast you want time to lapse.With the mobile apps, you tap the layers button (two squares, top right), then toggle on Historical imagery. A pop-up on the bottom of the screen will show you the same timeline as you get on desktop, and you can travel backward and forward in time by dragging your finger along the timeline. If you want to do a timelapse, look for the icon showing a round backward arrow at the top of the pop-up.Satellite imagery goes back as far as the 1970s in some parts of the world, but of course, as you go back through time, the image resolutions will get lower and lower, depending on the satellite technology available that year. See More:

Update 3/14/25 10:22 a.m. ET: The stock situation for this controller appears to be pretty limited. It's currently available at PS Direct for everyone with an account, and at GameStop but for Pro members only (you can sign up here for $25/year). It's also periodically flickering in and out of stock at Walmart. It still hasn't gone live yet at Amazon or Best Buy. I'll keep updating this article as things change.Heres one for the post-apocalyptic crowd: Sony is releasing a new limited-edition The Last of Us-themed DualSense controller. The PS5 controller features an eye-catching black and white design, with trophy icons from The Last of Us Part I and Part II etched into it. It comes out April 10 with an MSRP of $84.99. Preorders are live now at various retailers (see it on PS Direct). Read on for the details.Preorder The Last of Us PS5 ControllerOut April 10PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller The Last of Us Limited Edition$84.99 at WalmartThe controller was made in close collaboration with the Naughty Dog creative team. It features white-on-black icons of the Fireflies logo on the touchpad, with the moth and wolf on either side of the grips. A number of other icons also appear in glossy black on matte black. The bottom side of the controller has a The Last of Us logo in white on black. It looks very nice and classy overall, Id say.The Last of Us Limited Edition PS5 ControllerOn the PlayStation Blog, Naughty Dog Head of Studio and Head of Creative Neil Druckmann and Graphic Designer Megan Mehran said:We were excited by the chance to memorialize The Last of Us franchise in a controller that fans and our own team would love. We wanted to ensure that both installments of The Last of Us are represented, via trophy icons printed in black gloss across the controller body. Among the trophies, three particular images will immediately stand out for TLOU fans: The firefly, moth, and wolf. Players will recognize the Fireflies iconic spray-painted logo that originated in Part I, while the moth and wolf represent the intertwining lives and duality between Ellie and Abby in Part II.This isnt the first PS5 game-themed limited-edition controller to hit the market. Others based on games like Astro Bot, Helldivers 2, Spider-Man 2, and Fortnite have come out, among others, some of which are still available. And those are in addition to all the other PS5 controllers in various colors that are available.This The Last of Us controller comes out right around a couple of related releases. The Last of Us Part II is coming to PC on April 3, while the second season of the HBO show premieres on April 13.Chris Reed is a deals expert and commerce editor for IGN. You can follow him on Bluesky @chrislreed.com.

Ted Lasso Season 4 is officially in the works, star and producer Jason Sudeikis has announced.The Saturday Night Live alum revealed that the beloved Apple TV+ series will get at least one more season during a conversation with Jason and Travis Kelce on their New Heights sports podcast. A snippet from the shows latest episode highlights a moment that saw the two NFL brothers pressing Sudeikis for an update on Ted Lasso Season 4 following the conclusion of Season 3 in summer 2023.Thats what were writing. Were writing Season 4 now, Sudeikis teased. Thats the official word, yeah. Teds coaching a womens team.Its the first concrete update on a continuation for the project in nearly two years and should offer relief for those who have hoped to see the feel-good soccer series push on. Theres no word on whether Ted Lasso Season 4 is its last or where in the world it might take place. Even Travis Kelce wasnt able to get an answer out of Sudeikis when asking if the former football coach is coming back to the U.S.Yeah, thats too many questions, and thats only because I dont know, Sudeikis said with a laugh.Meanwhile, Deadline reports that Keeley actress Juno Temple is in negotiations to return for more Ted Lasso, with Hannah Waddingham, Brett Goldstein, and Jeremy Swift all already set to return as Rebecca, Roy, and Leslie, respectively. Its sources say that Episode 1 of the fourth season will likely be filmed in Kansas City before Ted returns to the UK, adding that the aim is to begin production in July.Apple TV+ is already on the move when it comes to reestablishing Ted Lasso in the public consciousness. Although no release date or plot details have been spilled quite yet, the shows official X/Twitter account has reemerged with a tongue-in-cheek post poking fun at its unexpected hiatus.Our last update on Ted Lasso story came in summer 2024 when a Deadline report signaled that Season 4 was preparing for greenlight status. For more on Sudeikis critical hit soccer show, you can read up on why mid-2023 was a particularly painful time for TV fans. You can also see our review for the Ted Lasso Season 3 premiere here.Michael Cripe is a freelance contributor with IGN. He's best known for his work at sites like The Pitch, The Escapist, and OnlySP. Be sure to give him a follow on Bluesky (@mikecripe.bsky.social) and Twitter (@MikeCripe).