#chill house mix 2025

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☆⋆ﾟ𓂃 いとし凛 : NEW YEARS

── after a full day of preparation for New Years, your boyfriend of 4 years didn't show up.

.࣭𓆩̟࣪𓆪̟ pro!itoshi rin ‹ ˖࣪ ִֶָ ‹ fem!reader : (★) 2.4k w ──

⋅☾ IMAGINE , angst to fluff , comfort , heartbreak , happy ending

lexi's note . · ☄︎ hello! This is my first writing for bllk ! If you enjoy, please do insist on requesting !! I might make this as a mini series, but we'll see, due to college ! Other than that, here is some things that I'll like to go over with ! First English isn't my first language so please bare with me if I don't make sense or either the writing ! Second, this imagine will contain sorts of heated arguments, cussing, etc. Therefore, I wish you guys a happy new year! 🫶🏻✨️

As the sky shimmered with stars against the inky black atmosphere, the dining table gleamed under the soft glow of candlelight. Every plate was accurately placed, reflecting the anticipation and care that Y/n had poured into the evening. She stood by the door, her heart a mix of excitement and worry, waiting for her handsome boyfriend to return home. The table was set at exactly 7 pm, each dish carefully chosen to be his favorite, creating an inviting smell that mingled with the delicate scent of flowers in the centerpiece. Y/n knew Rin's demanding schedule well, his travels for tournaments and intense matches often keeping him busy. His practice was supposed to end at 10 pm, and with their home just 30 minutes away, he should have been back by 10:30. Yet, as the clock ticked closer to 11, the silence of their cozy home grew more unsettling. She tried to reassure herself, imagining Rin picking up last-minute gifts, but the unease gnawed at her. However, five minutes turned into 30, then an hour, until it was 11:59. The only sound breaking the silence was the TV, counting down from 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1... ushering in 2025. A new year without... Rin. Her beloved boyfriend. Y/n's heart sank as the fireworks lit up the night sky outside, their vibrant colors mocking the emptiness she felt inside. She had spent weeks planning this night, hoping to surprise Rin with a celebration that would show him just how much he meant to her. But now, as the new year arrived, she was alone, her mind racing with worry and fear. Had something happened to him? Was he hurt or in trouble? The thoughts swirled in her head, each one more terrifying than the last. Another hour had passed, hitting exactly at 1:45 in the morning. Y/n let out a soft sigh, the sound echoing in the quiet of the house as she moved to clean the dining table.

The remnants of their romantic dinner lay scattered, the once warm food now cold and uninviting. She carefully put the leftovers into the fridge, the door creaking slightly as she closed it, then turned her attention to the dishes. The water splashed as she washed them, the warm suds contrasting sharply with the chill in her heart. She tossed the melted candle into the trash, its waxy remnants a sad reminder of the evening that had slipped away. With a heavy heart, Y/n glanced back at the dining table, now a shadow of its former charm, before trudging up the stairs to their shared bedroom. The familiar routine felt hollow tonight, but she tucked herself into bed, pulling the covers tightly around her as if they could shield her from the pain. She switched off her lamp, the room plunging into darkness, but sleep eluded her. As the clock ticked closer to 2 am, she sighed again, her eyes fluttering closed, finally succumbing to a deep slumber. Meanwhile, Rin was oblivious to the turmoil at home. It was 2025, a new year full of possibilities, and he thought little of his late return. After a lively dinner with his team to celebrate, he hadn’t expected to stumble into the quiet apartment at 3 in the morning. He sighed, the sound of his keys jingling as he unlocked the door, the familiar creak of it swinging open greeting him like an old friend. As he stepped inside, the silence wrapped around him, the only light coming from the hallway, casting soft shadows on the walls. He shrugged off the unease creeping into his chest, assuming Y/n had gone to bed early. But as he entered the bedroom, a chill ran down his spine. Y/n’s side of the bed was untouched, the sheets neatly made as if she hadn’t been there at all. A wave of concern washed over him, and he glanced at her nightstand, where her phone lay, untouched and silent. “Y/n?” he called softly, his voice breaking the stillness. The silence stretched, and his heart raced with worry. He sat on the edge of the bed, the weight of the moment pressing down on him. Leaning over, he gently brushed a hand against her shoulder.

The next morning felt like a repeat for Y/n. Rin had early practice, and she knew he wouldn’t be home until 10 at night again. She didn’t care much; it had become the norm. To pass the time, she decided to do some chores around the house. As she moved from room to room, she stumbled upon a pair of nasty socks hidden behind the couch. “Ew, it has spider webs on it!” she exclaimed, grossed out. These were the socks Rin had been looking for for soccer. With a sigh, she picked them up and tossed them into the laundry basket, shaking her head at the dirty socks that happened to be found. She sighed to herself as she pushed the couch back to its place. She continued to work around the house, diligently moving from one task to the next. She swept the floors, her broom gliding across the wooden planks, collecting dust and crumbs into neat little piles. Next, she tackled the carpets, the hum of the vacuum cleaner filling the air as she meticulously covered every inch, ensuring no speck of dirt was left behind. With a bucket of soapy water and a mop in hand, she scrubbed the tiles, watching as the grime dissolved and the floors gleamed once more. Finally, she turned to the laundry, carefully folding each piece of clothing, smoothing out wrinkles, and stacking them into tidy piles. Just as she was about to finish, Rin comes home, his face a mix of exhaustion and frustration. Y/n didn't pay much attention to his facial features but asked, "How was your day at practice?" Rin, irritated from Bachira and Isagi's constant annoyance, responded roughly with a stern voice, "Don't worry about it." He scoffed, his irritation evident in his tone. "Well, I should worry if my boyfriend is sounding upset. Here, help me put the laundry away," she states, trying to keep the atmosphere light. Rin groans, "Why me? Do it yourself. I want to rest." He slumps onto the couch, his body language screaming fatigue. She hands him a stack of freshly folded clothes, her eyes softening as she watches him. "Come on, it won't take long," she says gently, hoping to ease his frustration.

"No, for once can you fucking leave me alone? You're all over me, it gets annoying! You're too clingy! Why can't you just do shit for yourself without asking me for help?" he screams irrationally. "Me? Annoying? Clingy?" she chuckles, her voice tinged with disbelief. "Seriously, me out of all the girls you fucking dated! Itoshi Rin, do you not notice the hard work I put in the entire day? I work my ass off just for you to sit here and discredit me? Like seriously I'm the one you should be thankful to, that you still have a clean home to come to, food on the table for you! So don't sit here and say I ask for help too much, which I don't. I understand you're upset because of practice, but lashing out at me is not okay!" she heaves, her chest rising and falling heavily with emotion. "Whatever, all you ever do in this house is nag. Without me, you wouldn't be able to pay for a roof over your head!" Rin snaps, his face flushed with anger. Y/n's eyes widen in shock, but she quickly regains her composure. "Nag? Is that what you think I do? Every day, I wake up early to clean this house, cook your meals, and make sure everything is perfect for you. And you think all I do is nag?" Her voice trembles with a mix of hurt and frustration. Rin turns away, his jaw clenched. "You wouldn't survive a day without me. I'm the one who pays the bills and keeps us afloat." Y/n takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself. "You think money is everything? What about the emotional support, the care, the effort I put into making this house a home? You can't just dismiss all that because you're upset. This isn't fair, Rin." Y/n just stood there in disbelief. "It's fine cause honestly, you weren't ever there for me in the first place. Example, last night. You knew we had New Year's planned out. But still, didn't even try to make the effort to show up. How is that nagging? If you had plans yesterday, I could've sworn you would've said something to give me the heads up!" She screamed, but more irritation began to set on fire for Rin. "Maybe it's because I didn't want to sit my ass home with you. You complaining, whining, and your clingy self, it's a nuisance. As a matter of fact, I'd rather go out than be stuck at home with a bitch who nags like you!" He screamed, chest heaving from the words he spat out.

Y/n just stood there, mouth agape, body shaking, and tears slipping out of her eye sockets. Her eyes tried to search for lies in his cold grey teal eyes, but all she saw was anger... no remorse. She felt the weight of his words pressing down on her chest, making it hard to breathe. The room seemed to close in around her, the once familiar walls now feeling like a prison. The memories of their happier times flashed before her eyes, making the present moment even more unbearable. She remembered the laughs they shared, the promises they made, and how she once felt safe in his arms. But now, those memories felt like a cruel joke, mocking her for believing in something that was never real. Rin's face was twisted in anger, his eyes burning with a fire she had never seen before. "You always make everything about you, Y/n. Every single time. I'm tired of it. I'm tired of you," he continued, his voice dripping with venom. Each word was like a dagger to her heart, tearing apart the fragile threads that held her together. Y/n's mind raced, trying to find a way to respond, to make him see how much he was hurting her. But the words wouldn't come. All she could do was stand there, feeling the tears stream down her face, her body trembling with a mixture of sadness and rage. She wanted to scream, to fight back, but she felt paralyzed by the sheer intensity of the moment. Rin sighed before leaving the living room, making his way up into the shared bedroom, slamming the door shut, causing her to jump to realization. Rin sighed before leaving the living room, making his way up into the shared bedroom. The tension in the air was palpable, and each step he took seemed to echo the unresolved conflict between them. As he reached the bedroom, he slammed the door shut with a force that sent a shiver down her spine, causing her to jump in realization.

Y/n stood frozen in the living room, the sound of the door reverberating in her ears. It was as if the slam had shattered the fragile silence that hung between them, bringing to the surface all the unspoken words and buried emotions. Her heart pounded in her chest, and she could feel the weight of the situation pressing down on her. She sank onto the couch, her mind racing with thoughts and memories. The image of Rin's back as he walked away was etched into her mind, a stark reminder of the distance that had grown between them. She could feel the tears welling up in her eyes, but she blinked them back, refusing to let them fall. The room around her seemed to blur as she replayed the events of the past few days in her mind. The arguments, the misunderstandings, the moments of silence that spoke louder than words. She realized that they had been drifting apart for a while, and the slammed door was just the final punctuation mark in a sentence that had been written long ago. As the minutes ticked by, Y/n knew she had to face the reality of their situation. Still, she couldn't leave Itoshi Rin; she still loved him. Y/n knew that Rin didn't mean the words he spoke. It was just that they were in the heat of the moment. But... still, why did it hurt so bad? Why did his words send knives stabbing into the soft heart she let him hold on to? Just why? Y/n knew Rin's frustrations came from a place of stress and exhaustion. She had seen the weariness in his eyes, the way his shoulders slumped when he thought no one was watching. She understood that his words were born out of that momentary lapse, but it didn't make them hurt any less. The sting of his accusations and the sharpness of his tone had cut deeper than she cared to admit. Her mind wandered to the happier times they had shared, the laughter and the quiet moments of understanding. Those memories felt like a distant dream now, overshadowed by the lingering pain of their recent fight. She clutched her chest, feeling the physical manifestation of her emotional turmoil. As she sat there, tears began to blur her vision. She couldn't help but wonder why love had to be so complicated, why the person she trusted most could also be the one to cause her the most pain. She knew Rin hadn't meant to hurt her, but knowing that didn't make the pain go away. It only made it more confusing, more tangled in the web of their emotions.

Even so, an hour had gone by after the argument. Rin was still cooped up in the room while Y/n was thinking about the outcome of the argument. Until she heard the door swing open from their shared bedroom. Footsteps coming from upstairs traveled all the way down to where she was seated, and then she felt a dip next to her. Y/n couldn't look. She couldn't look at his face. She knew that if she looked into his beautiful grey teal eyes, she would forgive him easily. "Baby," he started, grabbing onto her hand that was still shaking. "I'm sorry, I'm really sorry. You're not clingy, you're not a nuisance, you're not a hassle, you don't nag at me, you don't complain, you don't whine, and you’re definitely not a bitch." He began. "Then why did you say those words?" she spoke up with a whisper. Rin's face softened as he felt agony and guilt creeping into his body, sending chills down his spine. "I didn't mean it. I was upset from practice, and I'm sorry for missing out yesterday night. I know that we planned it out, but by the time I was going to text you, my phone died. I couldn't text you, and I honestly should've let you know about the plans that were made." Rin grabbed her chin to lift her face up, looking into her teary eyes that were now swollen red. The room was silent except for the sound of their breathing. Y/n's heart ached with the weight of his words, but she could see the sincerity in his eyes. The tension between them hung heavy in the air, a stark contrast to the warmth they usually shared. Rin's hand trembled slightly as he held her chin, desperate for her forgiveness. Y/n's mind raced with conflicting emotions. She wanted to believe him, to let go of the pain and embrace the love she knew was still there. But the hurt was still fresh, the wounds still raw. She searched his eyes for any sign of deceit but found only remorse and a deep longing to make things right. Rin's voice broke the silence once more, softer this time, almost a plea. "Please, Y/n. I know I messed up. I know I hurt you. But I promise, I'll make it up to you. Just... give me a chance."

"You hurt me." She cried again, her face in her palms as she leaned forward, pressing her forehead onto his shoulder. Y/n continued her cries while Rin patted her back and whispered soft apologies. After her crying calmed down, Rin kissed her forehead, and she smiled, happy to know he owned up to his actions. "So, do I get another chance?" he pleaded. "Welllllllll..." she began, teasingly drawing out the word. "Babyyyyyy," he practically begged, his voice filled with desperation. "I'm just kidding," she smiled. "You can have it, but the trust... you're going to have to make it all up." She spoke before booping his nose. Rin smiled, a mixture of relief and determination in his eyes. "Now you're going to refold all this laundry," Y/n pointed out. "What? Why?" he whined, looking at the pile of clothes with a dramatic sigh. "Do I have to repeat myself?" she asked, raising an eyebrow. "No, ma'am," he saluted, a playful grin on his face as he began to fold the laundry. Y/n watched him, feeling a sense of warmth and contentment. She leaned down and gave him a small peck on the cheek. "Thank you," she smiled before going back to folding clothes alongside Rin, her beloved boyfriend.

As they folded the laundry together, the atmosphere in the room shifted from one of tension to one of quiet companionship. The rhythmic movements of their hands, the soft rustle of fabric, and the occasional shared glance spoke volumes about their commitment to each other. They knew that rebuilding trust would take time, but in that moment, they were united in their effort to move forward. Rin paused for a moment, looking at Y/n with a tender expression. "I promise I'll do whatever it takes to make things right," he said softly. Y/n nodded, her heart swelling with hope. "I know you will. And I'll be here, every step of the way." They continued to fold the laundry, side by side, finding solace in the simple act of working together. The future was uncertain, but as long as they had each other, they knew they could face whatever challenges came their way. In the quiet of their shared space, they found a renewed sense of connection and a deepened understanding of what it meant to truly love and forgive.

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The Beginning After the End...

A new journey... Perhaps?

The New Year is always a bit magical, isn’t it? As the clock ticks down on December 31st, there’s this weird feeling in the air—kind of like everything is about to reset. Like hitting the restart button on your phone. You get to say goodbye to whatever happened in the past year and look forward to all the new opportunities, dreams, and even challenges the next one will bring. And honestly? It feels pretty exciting.

I’ve had a pretty memorable Year to say the least, from stressing about school to just chilling at home with family. No matter how you how you look at it, New Year’s is near approaching and well now, its time to appreciate what I've learned, and stepping into the next chapter. Here’s how my experience in 2024 so far has made me even more excited for New Year’s, and what's in store for me in 2025.

The Big Moment

Let’s be real: there’s just something about the moment the clock strikes 12. Suddenly, everyone’s shouting “Happy New Year!” and using their vehicles to honk as loud as possible. It’s like you’re part of this giant global celebration that connects everyone, no matter where they are.

For me, New Year’s Eve has always been a mix of excitement and reflection. One year, I spent it with my family, playing games and trying my best in school. The next, I was at a friend’s house, eating snacks, watching fireworks, and trying not to let the stress of school weigh me down. Both ways were fun in their own way. But what makes the night so special isn’t just the celebration, it’s what comes after: the feeling that a new year is here and with it, endless possibilities.

Looking back...

Before jumping into all the things I want to do in the next year, I usually take a moment to reflect on the year that’s just ended but, i guess i am doing this advanced. Since, 2024 is ending soon and well, yes it has had a mix of ups and downs. There were definitely times when I felt like I wasn’t good enough, or like I wasn’t accomplishing what I wanted. But looking back, I realized how much I actually grew. I handled tough situations better than I thought I would, and I definitely learned a lot from my mistakes.

It wasn’t all bad either. I made new friends, finally started taking my health more seriously, and even got better at managing my time (still a work in progress, though). So when I look back, I think about the things that shaped me—not just the perfect moments, but the messy ones too. All of them contributed to who I am right now.

Resolutions i guess?

Okay, so I’m not always the biggest fan of “New Year’s resolutions.” They often feel like these giant promises we make that we know we’re probably not going to keep. But I do think New Year’s is a good time to set intentions and figure out what I want to focus on in the coming months. Next year (2025), I'm planning to set some big goals like working out more, getting better grades, and being kinder to myself. And, yeah, some of them probably won't exactly stick. But i will try and make some progress (hopefully), and that counts for something.

For 2025, I’m keeping it simple. I want to be more mindful of my mental health and spend more time doing things I enjoy, not just things I feel like I have to do. I also want to learn something new—maybe pick up a new hobby, like drawing or picking up a new instrument. I know, I won’t stick to everything 100%, but I think that’s okay. What matters is that I’m trying, right?

A Fresh Start

The best part about the New Year? It’s like a giant reset button. No matter how the past year went, you get to choose how you move forward. Sure, it can feel a little overwhelming to think about all the things you want to accomplish, but that’s the beauty of it: you get to decide what kind of year it’s going to be. It’s like being handed a blank notebook and a shiny new pen. The pages are all empty, and you get to write whatever you want on them.

For me, New Year’s isn’t just about making big resolutions. It’s more about giving myself permission to try new things, grow as a person, be content with the past, and find peace in not having everything figured out. It’s about embracing the idea that every day is a chance to start over and that's what make's it so refreshing.

My Final Thoughts

As the end of 2024 is right around the corner, I know there are going to be challenges. Life’s not perfect, and not every day will feel like a “new beginning.” But I think the New Year is a good reminder that we have the power to change things up if we want to. We don’t have to wait for the perfect moment or for everything to fall into place. We can start right now, and with the new year, we’re all kind of starting together.

So, here’s to new experiences, growth, and hopefully, a little more happiness in 2025. Whether you’re out celebrating with friends, staying home with family, or just taking a quiet moment to reflect, I really hope this coming New Year's will bring you everything you’re hoping for—and more, and once again

Happy (Advance) New Year!

[omanxl1]

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Oil’s Lazy Day & Gold’s Unplanned Rally: What's Next? The Market Jitters: Hidden Moves in Oil and Gold You Can't Miss Imagine your weekend went so smoothly that Monday is almost too chill. That's where oil prices are right now: rangebound, as traders like to say. After Friday's hard sell-off, crude futures nursed their losses like a runner icing a sore knee. But with light newsflow and no new geopolitical drama in the Middle East to spice things up, it's more of a "Netflix and stay" situation for crude. But wait—there's always something lurking below the surface in these sleepy markets, right? Let’s break down what's happening without the usual jargon overload. Biden's Clean Fuel Bill—A Game Changer or Just Hot Air? US President Biden's administration is gearing up to drop a study on LNG (that’s Liquefied Natural Gas for those just joining us). They also want to push through a clean fuel bill before January 20th—which sounds ambitious, like trying to finish your New Year’s resolution before it’s even begun. The White House claims this is about driving towards cleaner energy. But here's where it gets juicy: these sorts of bills often sneak in incentives or penalties that swing market moods drastically. Think about it—if LNG suddenly faces tighter environmental scrutiny, the ripple effect could hit everything from fuel production to power generation. Advanced traders know: regulatory news like this is a ticking time bomb for specific industries. It might be time to glance sideways at energy ETFs or peek into how LNG producers are pricing in this news. Or maybe it’s just more political posturing—you never can tell. Goldman Sachs Sees $3,000 Gold (Eventually)... But What About Today? Goldman Sachs threw a glittery number into the mix, setting their long-term gold target at USD 3,000 per ounce by December 2025. Sounds shiny, right? But while we wait for that golden payday, spot gold did a little rally dance today in sync with silver—but let’s be real, there was no major catalyst, just a jump that coincided with the Shanghai market opening. It's like when the neighborhood cat decides to sprint across your lawn at 3 am—no real reason, just vibes. What’s the takeaway? When gold rallies without clear reasons, it's a reminder that emotion and market psychology are powerful forces. Traders new to this often look for concrete headlines, but sometimes, movement stems from nothing more than market sentiment—a fact savvy traders exploit by riding the waves of “just vibes.” The next time this happens, consider short-term plays while keeping your eyes on those long-term predictions. Brent Crude and Iran—Could Sanctions Light the Fuse Again? Goldman Sachs is also forecasting Brent crude to bounce between USD 70-85 per barrel, with potential spikes if Trump-era sanctions on Iran get harsher. It’s almost like a will-they-won’t-they romance, but with international energy markets. Tighter sanctions mean less supply, which generally means more price action. A lot of traders overlook the long-tail impacts of such geopolitical maneuvers—we're talking about how not just oil, but currencies and risk sentiment as a whole could react. Contrarian alert: while the market worries about supply-side issues, remember that higher prices incentivize producers elsewhere to ramp up, often leading to unexpected stabilizations. Don’t get caught up just looking at the surface—scan for the lagging effects too. Copper Gains in a World of "Risk On" Meanwhile, copper futures squeaked out some gains today, buoyed by a mostly positive risk sentiment. Copper’s like the unsung hero of economic indicators—often shadowing bigger metals like gold. It’s dubbed “Dr. Copper” for its ability to predict economic health. Gains in copper typically hint at confidence in industrial demand and economic activity, and right now, optimism’s on the rise. But before you get too cozy, remember—sentiment can flip faster than a rookie trader’s weekend swing play. Watch those risk indicators closely. The Undercurrents You Can’t Ignore So where’s the opportunity here? Today’s seemingly boring market has a few undercurrents: - Regulatory Risks: Biden’s moves might shake up energy sectors in a big way. Stay ahead by looking at how natural gas companies hedge against legislative surprises. - Gold's Uncertain Sparkle: A rally without a reason can mean one thing—overbought conditions looming on the horizon. Consider being cautious with long positions. - Oil's Geo-Drama: Sanctions have a funny way of making the impossible suddenly inevitable. Don’t underestimate how quickly sentiment shifts in response to perceived threats. - Copper’s Clues: Positive copper might mean more robust economic activity, but it’s also a flashing signal of potential overheats—time your entries and exits wisely. Turning Mundane Markets into Magic Boring days in the market often hide the most opportunity. When the news is sparse, that’s when disciplined traders do the deep dives—thinking not just about today’s headlines, but what moves tomorrow’s sentiment. So, while crude nurses its post-Friday hangover, gold gleams without much reason, and Biden readies his clean energy ambitions, remember this: there’s always an angle most traders are too lazy to see. —————– Image Credits: Cover image at the top is AI-generated   Read the full article

[cityformers]

The Ideal City

Copenhagen, Denmark

When It comes an Ideal city that is pedestrian oriented as well as highly sustainable, there are few places that match up closely to Copenhagen, Denmark. 

      Located on the eastern Island of Zealand of Denmark, Copenhagen Faces the Øresund to the east, the strait of water that separates Denmark from Sweden. In addition there are also canals that add to the waterfront living in Copenhagen.The water provides the city with abundant of economic and social advantages overall raising the quality of life for the people of Copenhagen.

Transportation

      Being one of the most walk able cities in world, Copenhagen prides itself in providing its people in a comfortable lifestyle. Many downtown streets are pedestrian-only removing cars from the inner city and limiting them to only car specific streets. Being a compact city many landmarks and sites are located to be easily accessed by on foot allowing anybody to move easily and quickly throughout the city. Another popular way of getting around the city is biking, over 50% of citizens commuting to work, school, or university use a bicycle as transport. Similar to walking there are several streets that are dedicated to biking.

        Copenhagen’s public transportation consist as a Metro, S-trains, and buses. The cities public transportation system is has been made so that it is efficient and inexpensive to it’s citizens. All public transportation can be accessed with the same ticket, there are also Copenhagen cards that allow free transport to the public. Public transportation is always getting updated and enhanced making it more comfortable for the cities citizens. 

Climate

In Copenhagen, the summers are comfortable and partly cloudy and the winters are long, very cold, windy, and mostly cloudy. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 29°F to 71°F and is rarely below 17°F or above 79°F. The warm season lasts for 3.1 months, from June 4 to September 9, with an average daily high temperature above 64°F. The hottest day of the year is July 30, with an average high of 71°F and low of 56°F. The cold season lasts for 3.9 months, from November 21 to March 19, with an average daily high temperature below 43°F. The coldest day of the year is February 8, with an average low of 29°F and high of 37°F.

Sustainability

Copenhagen is one of the most sustainable cities in the World, by 2025 it is on track to being the first carbon neutral Capital. The planning process plays a significant role by making environment friendly forms of transport easily accessible, focusing on sustainable urban redevelopment, and efficient energy use tactics.

Automobiles are not the main source of transportation, and instead infrastructure is focused on Biking. This has helped in eliminating over a third of all transportation fossil fuel use. The easy accessibility is a main reason for the people of Copenhagen choose to use bicycles rather than cars. They are also investing in electrical and or hydrogen powered vehicles rather than fossil fuel burning cars.

They also have climate change in mind when it comes to planning for the city. They make projects with flooding from water and sewage systems in mind. They plan to build high above sea level by investing in dikes, increasing sewer capacity and more emergency preparedness. They pass on knowledge of flooding and risks that come with it to the people, keeping the public informed of the environment condition and give people options in preparing for disasters.

For heating and cooling they produce it centrally and it is later dispersed to surrounding neighborhoods. They use combined heat and power, which captures, and reuses heat energy lost when electricity is generated. For cooling, they distribute chilled water mixed with cold sea water. The plant that powers this is fueled with biomass reducing its carbon footprint. It reduces the district heating costs around 45%, it is affordable energy production without harming the environment.

Copenhagen also puts an emphasis on energy efficient buildings, with new buildings and older buildings alike by “retrofitting” meaning modernizing older buildings with energy efficiency in mind. They also preserve green space, with buildings being intertwined with recreation spaces and green parks. This is to combat the urban heat island effect where the suns heat is stored in the buildings and gets bad if no vegetation or water to help the process.

They make it a municipal priority to be sustainable. It is a part of their plans, and they even do a public service. The Energy advisory service informs many citizens on energy efficiency and how to use natural gas and limit energy usage. They teach people as young as elementary students, exposing the young to energy conscious lifestyles.

Urban Space

By 2025, Copenhagen is expecting over 100,000 new inhabitants. More planning and development must be done in the city streets and open spaces.

Urban spaces:

-        will need to be arranged to accommodate more people

-        must provide a framework for a wide range of activities: transport, work, relaxation, sport, meetings, celebrations, markets etc.

-        must be creative and available

Flexibility and Creativity

-        Copenhagen wants a more flexible and dynamic city that reflects the rich diversity of culture and the people

-        Neighborhoods are attractive and organized to bring new communities

“You can see that the open spaces and green places are popular, they are used a lot. It’s cool, people get out more and they are together more.”

Target by 2025

-        Copenhagen to spend 20% more time in urban spaces

-        The number of deprived areas is at least halved

-        90% of Copenhageners find it easy to get around the city

-        At least 70% of new social housing is placed in school districts with less than 20% of social housing

“The open spaces are probably my favorite. I appreciate the parks and the lakes; They give me freedom to do different things”.

Project: Park ‘n’ Play / JAJA Architects

This Project integrates a parking house into the city by creating a functional parking structure, and an attractive public space. The parking House respects the scale, history, and future urban culture of the new development area Nordhavnen in Copenhagen.

Project: Superkilen

Architects: BIG Architects, Topotek 1, Superflex

Superkilen is a half a mile-long urban space through one of the most ethnically diverse neighborhoods.

“A collection of global urban diversity that in fact reflects the true nature of the local neighborhood”

The urban space contains objects ranging from:

-        Exercise gear from LA

-        Sewage drains from Israel

-        Palm trees from China

-        Neon signs from Qatar and Russia

Mark Manrique : Introduction and Transportation including pictures.

Jason Olvera: Climate and Sustainability Including pictures

Mario Rodriguez: Urban Space Including picture

Sources: 

urbandevelopmentcph.kk.dk

Urban Life Account- Copenhagen

Co-create Copenhagen 2025

Archdaily

[madhurimasengupta]

You lost your sight - along with everyone else on Earth - in The Great Blinding. Two years later, without warning, your sight returns. As you look around, you realize that every available wall, floor and surface has been painted with the same message - Don't Tell Them You Can See. ~Writing Prompt

One fine morning, fine as i am about to do my usual stuffs without having an eyesight, the whole world is now running without any vision, but after years of struggling they have accustomed to function their other body parts quickly. Just back then realisation stuck into the head, what was lost once is back again,  I can see! First i thought i am dreaming, and once the alexa, which is one of the useful tool of our kind, rings right in 7 am . I look at the clock it was dead i asked alexa what time is it? "'its 7 past 15'". I am very nervous now and i jumped out of the bed to ask everyone in the house, that I can see, Can they?

Then, suddenly a chill runs through my entire body,  The entire bedroom looks usual except the walls. I have seen it! Oh god! What is this? My wall once it was painted in yellow and pink is now covered in pitch black letters. ' don't let them know you can see'.

And, now one thing stuck on my head, again, How i have lost my eyesight at the first place? I remembered very quickly that one night a beautiful one probably i was reading a book about hansel and gretal, i smelled rotten eggs mixed with rose water and wood, it was very strange but petrified kind of smell. Mixed  of toxins, but yet so good!  and suddenly everything turned black. No other colours i could see. No other person i could see. Just black.

First i thought it was a black out. But when i realised it was not I freaked out. I cried for mum and dad, they were crying too. The entire surrounding was crying just like me , for help. But, no help came and we kinda grow our habits according to it.

Now, i am freaking out again. Because, the entire world is now based on intuitions. Alexa stuck again "  its 7 past 25, time for breakfast" .   I am trying to neglected the message completely. I want to forget it as soon as i can. Because, i can see now. I can read books, i can watch tv, i can see soccer. I can do so many things which i was used to and loved to. I am so happy rn, i can forget the whole world. And, it's just a message. I ran down to my kitchen where my ma and baba is having breakfast now. They are working people. Very hard and generous one.  And, suddenly again fear cut down my spine. I don't know they can see or not. Should i ask them? What if they don't? Will they be happy? Will it give them hopes? That once something is lost can retrieve back to them as well? They look unusal. Honestly, i forget how they look in past years, I could not measure that that is it normal or just they are pretending too? Because, the persons i am living with, i don't know how they look until now.  I sat down the dining table. I looked around.  I want to give them a hint, that i can see. " Alexa play the tv" Dad, looked to me in fear.

" There are tvs back in 2009, its 2025. Maddy".

How can i forget  the entire system in now without sights. It means, no soccer, no books in hand, no video games! I got my answer.

My mom and dad turned into me. And, the look made me realised they have their eyesight back as well, just like me or maybe before. But they got the same message just like me, maybe. but i don't know how to confirm. So, i asked them lowering my voice, ' ma, baba, Can you see? Cause I can!'

The next moment i was not expecting. Alexa turned on again " Noone can see, seeing something is a myth. Seeing in 2025 is like playing football, or watching tv, you must be dreaming or lying! "

[wizeylove]

Rich vs. poor(middle class)

Just in case people don't realize it there is no middle class it is a myth! Silicon Valley is right—our jobs are already disappearing Published on February 7, 2017Featured in: Editor's Picks, Entrepreneurship, Technology LikeSilicon Valley is right—our jobs are already disappearing2,815Comment305ShareShare Silicon Valley is right—our jobs are already disappearing801 Andrew Yang Andrew Yang FollowAndrew Yang Stephen Hawking says that “we are at the most dangerous moment in the development of humanity” and that the “rise of artificial intelligence is likely to extend job destruction deep into the middle classes, with only the most caring, creative or supervisory roles remaining.” Sam Hinkie, the smartest man in sports and a Stanford grad, asks, “How are you preparing your kids for a life with 60% unemployment?” Sam Altman, the head of YCombinator, is so convinced that we’re going to need to figure out new ways of providing people with a means to live that he’s giving ~$20k each to 1,000 people in Oakland for a year just to see what they do with their new jobless income. Literally the smartest people in the world think an unprecedented wave of job destruction is coming with the development of artificial intelligence, robotics, software and automation. My friends in Silicon Valley have read the Second Machine Age and Rise of the Robots and they see a wave coming. The White House published a report last month that reinforced this view. Some of the headline stats: 83% of the jobs where people make less than $20 per hour will be subject to automation or replacement. Between 9% and 47% of jobs are in danger of being made irrelevant due to technological change, with the worst threats falling among the less educated. Between 2.2 and 3.1 million car, bus and truck driving jobs in the U.S. will be eliminated by the advent of self-driving vehicles. Source: Executive Office of the President of the United States; Artificial Intelligence, Automation, and the Economy; December 2016 Read that last sentence again: we’re confident that between 2 and 3 million Americans who drive vehicles for a living will lose their jobs in the next fifteen years. Self-driving cars are the most obvious job-destroying technology, but there are similar innovations ahead that will dislocate cashiers, fast food workers, customer service representatives, groundskeepers and many many others in a few short years. How many of these people will be readily employable elsewhere? Okay, you’re thinking. But isn’t this all still in the somewhat distant future, since unemployment is only 4.6% according to the headlines? Actually, automation has already eliminated about 4 million manufacturing jobs in the U.S. since 2000. And instead of finding new jobs, a lot of those people left the workforce and didn’t come back. The U.S. labor force plummeted by about 10 million during the same period, down to levels not seen in decades. The labor participation rate is now at only 62.7%, a rate right below El Salvador and right above the Ukraine: Each 1 percent decline in the labor participation rate equates to approximately 2.5 million Americans dropping out. The number of working-age Americans who aren’t in the workforce has surged to a record 95 million, up almost 500,000 in the last month alone, with many of these being factory workers. Yes, there are 95 million working-age Americans no longer in the workforce. The Great Displacement is already here and is set to accelerate. High rates of unemployment are linked to higher rates of substance abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, depression and just about every other social ill. Despair, basically. Note the recent spike in drug and opioid overdoses in the U.S. If you care about communities and our way of life, you care about people having jobs. This is the most pressing economic and social issue of our time; our economy is evolving in ways that will make it more and more difficult for people with lower levels of education to find jobs and support themselves. It’s a boiling pot getting hotter one degree at a time. And we’re the frog. I run an organization, Venture for America, with the mission of helping to create 100,000 U.S. jobs by 2025. We do this by helping growth companies access talent and training the next generation of entrepreneurs. We are taking some of the strongest young people in the country and saying, “Hey, use your talents to do some good and build businesses in Detroit, Birmingham, Baltimore, New Orleans, Cleveland, Philadelphia or some other U.S. city that could use a boost.” We’ve had some incredible success stories with people building multi-million dollar businesses that have hired dozens or even hundreds of people, including some low-skilled manufacturing workers. We’ve trained over 500 aspiring entrepreneurs to work in eighteen cities around the U.S., and are now recruiting executives from Silicon Valley companies who want to help. We saw the decline in American entrepreneurship in markets around the country and resolved to do something about it. I’m proud of everything that we do. But I feel increasingly like we’re working on islands of relative prosperity that are shrinking beneath our feet. Every business will hire the very best people it can find – particularly startups. When our entrepreneurs start companies and expand, they generally aren’t hiring the down-on-his-or-her-luck-marginal-worker-in-need-of-a-break. They’re hiring the strongest contributors with the right mix of qualities to help an early-stage company succeed. The majority of the startup jobs that we’re helping to create essentially require a college degree. That excludes 68 percent of the population right there. And some of these companies are lifting further inefficiencies out of the system - reducing jobs in other places even while hiring its own new workers. I’m reminded of a scene in The Hard Things about Hard Things, when Ben Horowitz meets with his two lieutenants. He says to one of them, “You’re going to do everything in your power to make this deal work.” Then he turns to the other and says, “Even if he does everything right, it’s probably not going to work. Your job is to fix it.” That’s where we’re at. Unprecedented things are happening in real-time and starting to wreak havoc on lives and communities around the country, particularly on those least able to adapt and adjust. We should do all we can to reduce the worst effects of the Great Displacement – it should be the driving priority of government and non-profits for the foreseeable future. We should invest in education, job training, apprenticeships, relocation, entrepreneurship, matching people to opportunities, tax incentives to hire – anything to help make hiring and retaining workers appealing. And then we should assume that, for millions of people, it’s not going to work. Uber is going to get rid of its drivers as soon as it can. Its job isn’t to hire lots of people – its job is to move customers around as efficiently as possible. One programmer, Labib Rahman, said to me recently that “any responsible technologist has to be for providing people a universal basic income to make ends meet.” He knows what’s coming. Before long, we’re going to have to rethink the relationship between work and being able to feed yourself. And then figure out how to convey the psychic and social benefits of work in other ways. It’s one reason why what Sam Altman is doing in Oakland is so fascinating and important. He’s basically piloting what the government should be doing so there will be relevant data when the need is too pressing to ignore. Many of my friends think that people will just chill out if you give them free money. I tend to think they’ll make the most of it and try to better themselves and their future. Sam is going to find out for all of us. Will our jobless future look more like Star Trek or Mad Max? If you squint a little, you can see which way we’re headed. As William Gibson says, “The future is already here – it’s just unevenly distributed.” The future of automation and job loss is right now. This article originally appeared in Quartz.