VENICE, Italy — It’s a simple solution, but one that may keep the marble columns and valuable mosaics of Venice’s iconic St. Mark’s Basilica safe from seawater-induced erosion: A set of glass barriers installed around the 900-year-old church has kept its floors dry during frequent high tides. Even after it evaporates, water leaves behind salt crystals that corrode the marble …
With at least 25 attempted suicides in 17 months, the Delhi Metro is turning into a suicide point for the national capital. Figures also show that between 2014 and 2018, there have been 80 suicide bids inside Delhi Metro stations. In the wake of the increasing number of suicide bids, Delhi Metro has also installed glass barriers on the platforms …
