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Meta Launches Academy to Train Data Center Construction Workers
Meta is investing $115 million to launch a five-week workforce academy.

McCarthy and Palantir Forge AI Partnership to Revolutionize Construction
McCarthy Building Companies, founded in 1864, is building an AI operating system called 'Pulse' with Palantir Technologies.

Applied Digital Secures 15-Year Lease for AI Factory Campus
Applied Digital signed a 15-year lease for an AI Factory campus, a deal expected to generate $5.

Chicago Bears advance stadium project in Hammond, Indiana
The Chicago Bears' board of directors has voted to advance a stadium project in Hammond, Indiana, despite finalizing a $197 million land deal in Arlington Heights just last year.

Data Centers and Healthcare Fuel Construction Planning Boost in 2026
Data centers now command 92% of all office-category construction dollars and a staggering 22% of total nonresidential building starts, up from under 2% in 2023, according to ConstructConnect News .

Fisk Electric lands $48M data center manufacturing job
Fisk Electric Company, a Tutor Perini subsidiary, secured a $48 million electrical project for an advanced manufacturing and data center infrastructure facility in Houston, TX, Stocktitan reported.

Minneapolis data centers boom amid broader industrial slowdown
Construction activity in the greater Twin Cities area declined this spring.

7 Reasons Top Contractors Choose EFI Demolition Equipment for Job-Ready Reliability
Top demolition contractors are increasingly choosing EFI Demolition Equipment for its job-ready reliability, a critical factor amid labor shortages. The company, with 35 years of experience, ensures every machine is 100% operational, boosting productivity and lowering the total cost of ownership for its clients.

CPUT graduate picks carpentry business over teaching career
Phaphama Ngalimani, a Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) graduate, now earns in one week from his carpentry business what he previously made in three months as a contract teacher, accordin

Alabama Building Futures: $2,000 for Aviation, Construction
Only 50 Alabama residents will receive a $2,000 scholarship for aviation or construction careers through a new state program.

Affordable Benchtop Sander for Larger Projects
Weighing a surprising 88 pounds, the Craftsman 351.217570 benchtop sander offers significant capacity, defying its 'small projects' designation.

Low maintenance flowers that don't need deadheading
Imagine a garden bursting with continuous blooms, yet you haven't touched a single faded flower all season.

Jetterix Nozzle: Improves Garden Hose for Everyday Cleaning
Despite being marketed as a 'pressure nozzle' and an alternative to electric washers, the Jetterix attachment explicitly does not output 3,000 PSI, nor does it match commercial gas-powered units, acco

NASA Awards 7 Contracts for Johnson Space Center Upgrades
NASA awarded seven companies contracts totaling up to $300 million for upgrades at its Johnson Space Center.

Judge Halts Google Data Center Project in Minnesota
A proposed 482-acre Google data center campus in Pine Island, Minnesota, intended to be powered by 1,900 megawatts of new clean energy, has been abruptly halted.

US steel imports drop 30% as tariffs impact global trade
Steel imports into the United States plummeted by nearly 30% year-to-date in 2026, a direct consequence of ongoing Section 232 tariffs.

Weather Guard's steel sliding truck bed system boosts professional efficiency
A single WEATHER GUARD Sliding Bed system handles up to 2,000 pounds, allowing professionals to access heavy tools without climbing into their truck beds.

Fiji vocational training: Graduates face job mismatch
Despite over 69,000 learners graduating from Fiji National University's TVET programs between 2019 and 2023, Fiji's youth unemployment hit 15.

Washable painter tape market sees growth from construction, auto sectors
The washable painter tape market, often seen as niche, will hit USD 7.

Freezing Offers Critical First Step in Archival Preservation
Leaving water-soaked archival materials for just 48 hours in temperatures above 70 degrees Fahrenheit can almost certainly lead to heavy mold growth, making costly restoration nearly impossible.

Mastering Simple Finish Carpentry Rules for 2026 Projects
Custom trim can provide around 70 percent of its cost back when selling a home, making thoughtful carpentry a powerful investment.

Is SUPR5TR Construction the Best Drywall Contractor in Phoenix? (A 2026 Review)
This review evaluates SUPR5TR Construction, analyzing what makes a drywall contractor "the best" in Phoenix, emphasizing reliability, communication, and professionalism. It highlights how SUPR5TR addresses common industry frustrations like unreliability and site messiness.

How to Choose the Best Exterior Doors for Modern Homes
As interest rates climb, home renovation is now the top choice for homeowners seeking to improve their living spaces without moving, according to Masonite .

US DOT Invests $466 Million in Washington Union Station Renovation
A $466 million federal investment was announced for Washington Union Station, a sum poised to kickstart immediate improvements for the historic D.