Noise

Top-load agitator washers are described as remaining cheap and simple washing machines available for purchase. Consumer Reports tested 40 of these models on multiple metrics, including their cleaning effectiveness, noise levels, and water usage.

The WIN Waste incinerator in Hudson Falls, N.Y., is set to close after 35 years of operation. The facility, which processed up to 500 tons of waste daily, faced long-standing complaints regarding smell, noise, and air quality.

Consumer Reports tested basic fridges in 2026, finding that models without water dispensers and icemakers require fewer repairs. The tests focused on temperature control and noise performance.

The article outlines methods to oppose data centers due to concerns about noise, utility costs, and pollution. It provides guidance for addressing these issues.

A judge ordered Waymo to halt overnight operations at Santa Monica charging stations due to resident complaints about noise, light, and traffic. The court action follows claims that the autonomous vehicle company's round-the-clock use of the stations is disrupting nearby communities.

A judge ordered Waymo to stop using Santa Monica charging stations overnight due to resident complaints about noise, light, and traffic. The autonomous vehicle company had been operating the stations around the clock, disrupting nearby residents.

Consumer Reports tested range hoods for airflow, noise, and lighting to identify models that improve kitchen air quality by effectively removing cooking smoke and odors.

Consumer Reports tested wearable fans in 2026, evaluating factors like airflow, noise, and comfort. A neck fan was found to be loud and hard-to-control, causing annoyance.

Google held a meeting with residents near its new Waltham Cross Datacenter in the UK to address concerns, but faced complaints about poor consultation, noise, and light pollution. Residents criticized the lack of communication and claimed the council and Google did not adequately involve them before construction. Google and the council stated all procedures were followed, but attendees argued the consultation process was ineffective.

Consumer Reports evaluated whole-house heat pumps for efficiency, noise, and reliability, highlighting that inefficient or noisy models can increase annual bills. The analysis focuses on performance factors affecting energy costs and user experience.

Electric drones could reduce pollution through small package deliveries, but Amazon’s Prime Air program in North Texas faces community concerns about noise from flight paths.

The article discusses how thermodynamic computers aim to address the challenge of thermal noise, which disrupts precision in classical and quantum computing by causing atomic fluctuations. It highlights the need for reliable computation despite energy-related disturbances.

Elmhurst residents are opposing a proposed industrial warehouse set to replace the Clarion Inn. Concerns include noise, pollution, increased traffic, and potential environmental contamination.

Consumer Reports tested bathroom exhaust fans to identify top performers based on airflow and noise levels. Weak fans can leave mirrors foggy after showers, prompting the evaluation.

Residents, alumni, and community leaders attended a Fisk University town hall to question President Dr. Agenia Clark about concerns related to a proposed data center, including noise, energy use, environmental impacts, and effects on surrounding neighborhoods.

Parents at PS/IS 187 in Washington Heights oppose the city's plan to build a new school building, citing concerns over construction dust, noise, and reduced outdoor play space.

Consumer Reports evaluated vehicles based on ride, noise, and seat comfort to identify the nine most comfortable cars on the market.

Residents of Belle Mina, Alabama, reached a settlement with a limestone quarry over dust and noise issues. The settlement requires buffer zones around homes, advance notification for blasting, and restrictions on nighttime and Sunday operations.

A group called No Data Center COS plans to gather at Colorado Springs City Hall next week to voice concerns about the approval process for Project Taurus, a data center proposal. The group will address utility costs, noise, and environmental impacts, and has invited city council members to a canceled meeting. They also intend to file an appeal before Monday's deadline.

Residents near the Nashville zoo in South Nashville oppose a proposed data center in Grassmere Park, citing environmental risks, noise, and strain on local resources. City leaders are considering a bill to regulate data centers, including proximity limits to neighborhoods and protected areas. DC Blox, the company proposing the facility, claims its design will minimize noise, reduce water use, and avoid community costs.

The Seattle City Council will vote on a one-year moratorium on new data centers, supported by current Amazon employees, amid concerns over water consumption, electricity prices, and noise from companies proposing five large-scale centers in the city.

The North London high street has been taken over by 'dodgy' Albanian bars, leading to round-the-clock noise, crime, and chaos that locals describe as making their lives a misery.

The article discusses five companies addressing noise challenges in open-concept office designs, which are known to hinder concentration.

A new study reveals that early steps in quantum circuits lose their impact, making deep quantum circuits behave more like shallow ones and limiting current quantum computer capabilities.