Data center overcapacity

NH Wedding Venue Floor Collapse Injures Multiple Guests

Six individuals were transported to area hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries following a floor collapse at the Preserve at Chocorua wedding venue in Tamworth, New Hampshire. The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2026, while approximately 140 wedding guests were present. The collapse created a significant opening in the floor, causing about 70 guests to fall into the basement, some becoming trapped by debris. Investigators believe the building may have been over capacity at the time of the incident, and an investigation into the cause is underway.

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Microsoft Halts Ohio Data Center Plans Amidst Economic Uncertainty

Microsoft has cancelled its $1 billion data center project in Licking County, Ohio, citing a global slowdown in new infrastructure spending. Despite halting construction of three planned campuses, the company will fulfill existing agreements for infrastructure improvements and continue supporting local digital skills development and community restoration initiatives. Microsoft retains ownership of the acquired land, leaving open the possibility of future development. This decision reflects a broader industry trend suggesting potential data center overcapacity.

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