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Wales Online
a day ago
- Health
- Wales Online
UK may need to consider digital and eco-friendly graveyard solutions as space for dead runs out
UK may need to consider digital and eco-friendly graveyard solutions as space for dead runs out Innovative ways to bury the dead will be needed in the near future, especially in overcrowded urban areas, according to a new study by a professor at Canada's MacEwan University Graveyards could go digital in the future as UK towns and cities run out of space (Image: Getty Images ) Experts warn that cemeteries may need to adopt digital solutions as urban areas in England and Wales are rapidly running out of burial space. With the global death rate projected to reach nearly 90 million by 2048, innovative burial methods will be necessary, especially in overcrowded cities. In 2024, England and Wales recorded 568,613 deaths, prompting The Law Commission to suggest reusing old graves and reopening closed burial grounds, some of which have been declared "full" since the Victorian era, to address the shortage. To ensure respect for the deceased, safeguards would be implemented, allowing graves to be repurposed only if the last burial occurred at least 75 years ago. A recent study by Dr. Farzan Baradaran Rahimi, an assistant professor at MacEwan University in Canada, proposes alternative ways to remember the deceased, such as living on as trees, generating green electricity, or even as holograms that can converse with loved ones. The Necropolis 4.0 report highlights that factors such as population growth, climate change, land shortage, resource constraints, and social inequalities are contributing to the diminishing availability of burial space. Graveyards are running out of space (Image: Universal Images Group via Getty Images ) It emphasises "there is still an increasing need to find new ways to design for death as a social space in the urban future to make it less resource-demanding and isolated, but more nature-friendly and social leveraging emerging technologies and techniques". In the future, cemeteries may transform from traditional headstone rows into interactive spaces where we engage with our ancestors. The report envisions people uploading their memories to extensive databases during their lifetimes, reports the Mirror. Article continues below Artificial intelligence will be utilised to create holograms, enabling future generations to interact with virtual versions of ourselves. In parallel, our remains could be placed in biodegradable pods with seeds, fostering the growth of trees and shrubs. Thermal towers could harness the heat emitted to generate electricity through turbines. Dr Rahimi is optimistic about the potential shift in conventional attitudes towards death, particularly among younger generations. He commented: "While some will embrace the idea of 'digital immortality', others may resist it, particularly due to cultural or spiritual understandings of death, the afterlife, and the nature of existence. But younger generations - and those that follow - may be more receptive to these ideas. "They might see such concepts as a natural evolution of the world they inhabit, where identity and presence can extend beyond the physical realm." Experts suggest greener and more digital orientated solutions could be the answer (Image: Getty Images ) Dr Rahimi led a group of specialists to explore radical ideas about mortality. His study, featured in the journal Cities, suggests: "A nature-human-machine relationship... paves the way for... a novel, green, and sustainable design for death in the urban future. Necropolis 4.0 eliminates the need for physical burial spaces, significantly reducing the environmental footprint." Article continues below Necropolis 4.0 envisions a system of subterranean centres where individuals can preserve their memories. These hubs would also serve as places for people to interact with holograms that replicate our voices and facial expressions. The deceased would be laid to rest in biodegradable pods alongside seeds to cultivate plants. The report further notes: "This paves the way for the spread of greenery, extending even to the rooftop gardens of skyscrapers. "As the plants flourish, they contribute to the natural beauty of the surroundings while also purifying the air. Thermal energy created in the rapid composition process will serve the power grid across the city."
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Towns and cities are running out of space to bury the dead
Innovative ways to bury the dead will be needed in the near future especially in overcrowded urban areas Graveyards could be forced to go digital as towns and cities are set to run out of room to bury the dead, experts say. The United Nations estimates total annual global deaths will reach nearly 90 million in 2048. So innovative ways to bury the dead will be needed in the near future, especially in overcrowded urban areas. Last year The Law Commission warned urban areas across England and Wales are fast running out of burial space. In 2024, there were 568,613 deaths registered in England and Wales. They suggested old graves could be reused and closed burial grounds - some of which were declared 'full' in Victorian times - should be reopened to tackle a shortage of space for the dead. Safeguards would also be in place for each individual grave, with plots only eligible for repurpose when the last person was buried at least 75 years ago. Now a study by Dr Farzan Baradaran Rahimi, assistant professor of design and immersive learning at Canada's MacEwan University, says we're destined to live on as trees, green electricity and even holograms that can chat to relatives. The Necropolis 4.0 report states population growth, climate change, land shortage, resource constraints, and social inequalities are all factors in the declining amount of burial space. It says 'there is still an increasing need to find new ways to design for death as a social space in the urban future to make it less resource-demanding and isolated, but more nature-friendly and social leveraging emerging technologies and techniques'. Instead of rows of headstones future cemeteries will become an interactive experience with our ancestors. The report predicts that during their lifetimes, people will be able to upload memories into vast databases. AI will create holograms, allowing future generations to share our experiences with virtual versions of ourselves. Meanwhile, our bodies would be interred with seeds in biodegradable pods which will help bushes and trees grow. The heat given off will be gathered in thermal towers to power electricity turbines. Dr Rahimi believes his ideas would change conventional views on death – and is convinced the young generations will understand. He said: 'While some will embrace the idea of 'digital immortality', others may resist it, particularly due to cultural or spiritual understandings of death, the afterlife, and the nature of existence. But younger generations - and those that follow - may be more receptive to these ideas. 'They might see such concepts as a natural evolution of the world they inhabit, where identity and presence can extend beyond the physical realm.' Dr Rahimi convened a panel of experts to think the unthinkable about death. His report, published in the journal Cities, states: 'A nature-human-machine relationship… paves the way for… a novel, green, and sustainable design for death in the urban future. Necropolis 4.0 eliminates the need for physical burial spaces, significantly reducing the environmental footprint.' Necropolis 4.0 would see a network of underground hubs where the living will drop in and upload their memories. And they will also be where loved ones will later visit holograms that mimic our voice and facial expressions. Bodies would be interred with seeds in biodegradable pods to grow plants. The report adds: 'This paves the way for the spread of greenery, extending even to the rooftop gardens of skyscrapers. 'As the plants flourish, they contribute to the natural beauty of the surroundings while also purifying the air. Thermal energy created in the rapid composition process will serve the power grid across the city.'
Business Insider
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Analysts Offer Insights on Healthcare Companies: Guardant Health (GH), AnaptysBio (ANAB) and Alignment Healthcare (ALHC)
There's a lot to be optimistic about in the Healthcare sector as 3 analysts just weighed in on Guardant Health (GH – Research Report), AnaptysBio (ANAB – Research Report) and Alignment Healthcare (ALHC – Research Report) with bullish sentiments. Protect Your Portfolio Against Market Uncertainty Guardant Health (GH) In a report released today, David Westenberg from Piper Sandler maintained a Buy rating on Guardant Health, with a price target of $60.00. The company's shares closed last Monday at $44.05. According to Westenberg is a 3-star analyst with an average return of 3.1% and a 44.4% success rate. Westenberg covers the Healthcare sector, focusing on stocks such as Adaptive Biotechnologies, Elanco Animal Health, and Pacific Biosciences. Currently, the analyst consensus on Guardant Health is a Strong Buy with an average price target of $59.26, which is a 29.4% upside from current levels. In a report issued on April 22, Leerink Partners also maintained a Buy rating on the stock. AnaptysBio (ANAB) In a report released today, Yasmeen Rahimi from Piper Sandler maintained a Buy rating on AnaptysBio, with a price target of $57.00. The company's shares closed last Monday at $20.73. According to Rahimi is a 1-star analyst with an average return of -1.0% and a 34.8% success rate. Rahimi covers the Healthcare sector, focusing on stocks such as Structure Therapeutics, Inc. Sponsored ADR, NewAmsterdam Pharma Company, and Praxis Precision Medicines. The word on The Street in general, suggests a Strong Buy analyst consensus rating for AnaptysBio with a $45.57 average price target, which is a 120.2% upside from current levels. In a report issued on April 22, Wells Fargo also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a $51.00 price target. Alignment Healthcare (ALHC) In a report released today, Jessica Tassan from Piper Sandler maintained a Buy rating on Alignment Healthcare, with a price target of $21.00. The company's shares closed last Monday at $15.48. According to Tassan 's ranking currently consits of 0 on a 0-5 ranking scale, with an average return of -5.8% and a 39.2% success rate. Tassan covers the Healthcare sector, focusing on stocks such as Privia Health Group, Health Catalyst, and Evolent Health. Currently, the analyst consensus on Alignment Healthcare is a Moderate Buy with an average price target of $18.35, implying a 18.6% upside from current levels. In a report issued on May 2, TD Cowen also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a $17.00 price target.
Chicago Tribune
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Leila Rahimi is named as Dan Bernstein's replacement as The Score's midday co-host
Longtime Chicago TV and radio host Leila Rahimi was named co-host of the midday show on WSCR-AM 670 on Monday. Rahimi will join Marshall Harris as hosts of 'Rahimi and Harris,' which airs weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. She replaces Dan Bernstein, who was fired last month after a social media spat. Bears reporter Mark Grote also will appear on the show twice a week. 'We're committed to having top-tier hosts who are respected by local teams and can connect with our listeners through thoughtful and engaging opinions,' Mitch Rosen, Audacy Chicago's vice president of sports programming, said in a release. 'Leila is one of the hardest-working teammates at The Score and her knowledge of Chicago sports has made her a beloved voice among the city's fans.' Rahimi has been with The Score as a contributor since 2017 and as a co-host since 2020. She previously co-hosted the midday show with Bernstein in 2021 and 2022. Recently she co-hosted the midday show on Wednesdays and has helped fill in with Harris since Bernstein's departure. The station said she is the first female full-time, prime-time sports radio host in Chicago. Rahimi, a Texas native, was a sports anchor at NBC-5 from 2021-24 and also spent five years at NBC Sports Chicago, where she led baseball pregame and postgame shows and reported on other major events. She also has worked in Philadelphia, Houston and San Diego and for MLB Network. 'We have changed. The Score listener has not, and that's really who this is about today,' Rahimi said on the air Monday morning. 'It's about those who listen to The Score no matter what. We appreciate you. We thank you. 'And to me, that's been the consistent. It's that I know they're there. And I want to say thanks to everybody who has been there the whole time because that is what makes us go.' 'I didn't have a Plan B.' How Leila Rahimi became one of Chicago's favorite sportscasters. Harris joined Bernstein in September after a shake-up at the station in which Laurence Holmes moved to afternoons with Matt Spiegel. The 'Bernstein and Harris' show didn't make it a year after Bernstein's fight with an X user that started over Bernstein posting a photo of a northern pike. The argument, which centered on whether Bernstein killed the fish or released it, escalated until Bernstein threatened to publicly reveal the user's address and phone number and added, 'Want your kids involved?' Bernstein had been at the station for 30 years and had more than one public misstep in that time. Rahimi joins a short list of female sports radio hosts in Chicago, with Peggy Kusinski, Dionne Miller and Courtney Cronin (national ESPN Radio) all hosting part time on WMVP-AM 1000. 'The support The Score listeners have shown over the years has meant the world to me,' Rahimi said in a statement. 'And I'm looking forward to spending more time with them every day from 10 to 2 o'clock.'
BBC News
19-04-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Northallerton Afghan refugees to run pop-up restaurant
A family who fled Afghanistan to Northallerton during the Taliban's resurgence are running a pop-up restaurant to showcase Afghan cuisine and say thanks to their Rahimi worked as an interpreter with the UK Armed Forces and left the country in 2021 with his wife Nelab and their four family moved to North Yorkshire in 2023 after the government granted them sanctuary Rahimi said: "We are very grateful but we want to work and pay our way. I wanted to share Afghan cuisine and culture with the local community." According to North Yorkshire Council, 484 Afghans have been relocated to 97 households in the region since August 2021 under the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) or the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme (ACRS).People being resettled under the ARAP scheme include interpreters who worked for the Armed Forces. 'Life on the line' Habib said "Living in Northallerton has been a wonderful experience. The people here are very kind and friendly, which has made it easier for us to settle. "We feel safe and the community has been supportive, especially in helping us find a home and adjust to life in England."Jonathan Spencer, who is senior resettlement officer for the council, said the authority felt it had a responsibility to support the Rahimis because they would not have been safe had they stayed in Afghanistan. "Habib really put his life on the line, quite literally, so they've really risked their lives for the UK."The pop-up restaurant will be held at Northallerton Town Hall on 19 April. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
