Vantaa expropriated a large inheritance estate at a bargain price, but the neighbor could strike it rich from their own land
The Finnish city of Vantaa has expropriated the Saraksen family estate for future residential development, prompting controversy over compensation and the ongoing legal battle.
Munich's new mayor in an interview: What Dominik Krause plans - 'It's important to me that we move forward faster'
Dominik Krause, Munich's newly elected mayor, speaks about his vision for the city, emphasizing increased engagement in housing development and a move away from party disputes.
Park Hyung-joon: "Why is it that only Busan is excluded from the same regional development law?... Calls for special law processing with head shaving"
Busan Mayor Park Hyung-joon shaved his head to urge the passage of a special law aimed at fostering Busan as a global hub city.
Jeong Cheong-rae: 'I politely request Kim Boo-gyeom to run as the Democratic Party's candidate for Daegu mayor'
Jeong Cheong-rae, the leader of the Democratic Party, has formally requested former Prime Minister Kim Boo-gyeom to run as the party's candidate for mayor of Daegu, emphasizing his leadership skills as crucial for the city's development.
Pinacoteca Benedicto Calixto Receives the Exhibition 'Santos 480 Years - Cradle of Modern Brazil'
The Pinacoteca Benedicto Calixto in Santos is hosting a free exhibition that highlights the city's historical and cultural significance in the development of modern Brazil.
It has more than 220,000 inhabitants: the rural city in Brazil that has rewritten its history in 10 years
Sinop, a city in Brazil’s Mato Grosso state, has transformed from an agricultural frontier into a model of integrated agriculture and urban development over the past decade.
BREAKING: Man City star Ruben Dias ruled out of Carabao Cup final in huge boost for Arsenal
Ruben Dias of Manchester City will miss the Carabao Cup final against Arsenal due to a hamstring injury, a development that could enhance Arsenal's chances in the match.
The state is cutting down trees and not planting new ones in their place
Residents of Jerusalem are grappling with the loss of many old trees due to construction works, raising concerns among environmental activists about the city's green spaces.
City Council of Oriximiná grants title of Honorary Citizen to Bishop Dom Bernardo Johannes
The city council of Oriximiná awarded Bishop Dom Bernardo Johannes the title of Honorary Citizen for his significant contributions to the local community.
Intense smoke development after fire in Fredrikstad
A fire at a scrap metal heap in Fredrikstad has caused significant smoke to spread to surrounding areas, including Kråkerøy and the city center.
An 18th-century estate in Hortaleza is about to disappear between walls of glass and concrete
An 18th-century estate in Hortaleza faces imminent demolition due to a development project approved by the Madrid City Council.
From secret vault to public space: how the former gold chamber of a Dutch bank became a new public treasure
In Amsterdam, a formerly inaccessible banking complex is being transformed to reconnect with the city through a comprehensive architectural intervention.
Monks and developers will not build a hotel in Krakow's Kazimierz after all? The council made a decision
A city council decision has halted plans for a luxury hotel in Kazimierz, Krakow, that would displace local residents and businesses.
Organizers want to establish a large conference center at the location of the Tallinn City Hall
Conference organizers in Estonia advocate for a new large conference center to be built at the site of Tallinn's City Hall due to a significant lack of such facilities in the capital.
Paulistana Times Square Sets Precedent in the Clean City Law
A project dubbed Paulistana Times Square has been approved to install LED panels in São Paulo, raising concerns over public space usage and urban investment.
Housing fund allocates R$ 500 million for paving under Covas and Nunes
The São Paulo city government has allocated over R$ 500 million from a housing fund for asphalt paving, raising concerns about the priority given to road improvements over housing.
Labor Justice in the City: Legal Infrastructure for Productive Development
The article discusses the transfer of labor justice responsibilities to Buenos Aires City as a strategic effort to enhance local autonomy and address labor-related conflicts crucial for economic productivity.
Guayaquil Council approves designation of new principal member of the Airport Authority Board
The Guayaquil City Council approved several agreements regarding urban development and the integration of the Board of the Guayaquil Airport Authority.
Good news for Chicago: the government promotes housing for the middle class with the approval of 81 new units in three key neighborhoods
Chicago's government has approved the construction of 81 new housing units in three neighborhoods as part of its Missing Middle Infill Housing initiative to address the city's housing deficit.
China inaugurates the highest and longest escalator in the world that saves its inhabitants 40 minutes of walking
China has unveiled the world's longest urban escalator, which significantly reduces travel time for residents in the mountainous city of Chongqing.
Developers Do Not Consider Renovation of City Hall Reasonable
Tallinn's mayor and developers express doubts about the feasibility of renovating the City Hall due to high costs, suggesting instead that the area may be better suited for new development.
Cuiabá announces that a building at risk of collapsing will not be demolished
The Cuiabá city government has decided not to demolish the historic building façade that housed part of the old Pepe Graphics, opting instead to preserve it as part of the city's cultural heritage.
Tallinn Music Week introduces conference topics and speakers
The Tallinn Music Week conference will take place from April 10 to 11, focusing on various current issues in the music ecosystem and its impact on city and regional development.
Alter Ego Media – City Hub Events: 4th Forum for Eastern Macedonia and Thrace
The 4th Forum for Eastern Macedonia and Thrace will focus on the region's role in Europe's defense, energy security, regional development, and international challenges.
Helsinki's 'urine tower' to be demolished
The city of Helsinki will demolish a notorious staircase, dubbed the 'urine tower', which was recently deemed one of the city's ugliest spots.
In Brno, 190 apartments will be built for two billion between the city center and commercial zones
A new residential development project in Brno plans to construct 190 apartments, costing 2 billion CZK, strategically located between the city center and commercial areas.
Australia news live: Trump lashes out at Australia over absence of allies against Iran; Cyclone Narelle forms in Coral Sea
The Victorian government is set to announce final planning controls for 25 activity centres near train and tram stations in Melbourne, with significant changes including increased height limits for some areas.
Bauru Chamber approves final report of the 'Scrap CEI' on deviations at Emdurb
The Bauru City Council approved the final report of a special inquiry committee investigating the misappropriation of scrap materials by the Municipal Urban and Rural Development Company of Bauru (Emdurb).
A City Where People Stay, Return, and Come In
The article discusses the challenges facing Busan, South Korea, including significant youth outmigration and the need for sustainable strategies to attract and retain residents.
The Barcelona City Council will rehouse affected people from Vallcarca in Casa Orsola
The Barcelona City Council is rehousing vulnerable residents affected by urban development plans in Vallcarca to Casa Orsola, with mediation by the city Ombudsman.
Architect observing preparations for the Olympic Games: stadiums are important, but it is something else that changes the city
An architect reflects on the implications of the Olympic Games held in Milan and Cortina, questioning the lasting impact of infrastructure on cities.
Riga withdraws money for the development of the Great Cemetery area; concerns in the community about project suspension
The Riga City Council has returned €300,000 allocated for the development of the Great Cemetery area to the city infrastructure fund due to a lack of submissions in the project competition.
Tallinn City Planning Department initiated a new detailed plan for the Pirita TOP area
Tallinn's City Planning Department has launched a new detailed planning process for the Pirita TOP area to update the 2013 planning regulations, reflecting changes in public expectations.
The Moving Reservoir in Yongin, a Famous Sunset Spot, to be Developed into the Largest Lake Park in the Country
Yongin city is planning to develop the Moving Reservoir area into the largest lake park in South Korea, significantly larger than the existing Gwanggyo Lake Park.
Urban Development: Puchheim Makes a Second Attempt for a Shopping Street
The city council of Puchheim is making a renewed effort to revitalize Lochhauser Straße into a more attractive shopping area after a previous attempt failed due to lack of cooperation from property owners.
A Wave of Visitors to the 'Blue Sheet City': DMO's 10 Years as a Command Center for Regional Tourism
The 10-year anniversary of Japan's DMO system shows a significant increase in foreign tourism, particularly in ÅŒzu City, but questions remain about its overall impact on local tourism development.
Multinational holds job fair this Sunday in Pouso Alegre for hiring at the city's factory
General Mills is hosting a job fair in Pouso Alegre, Brazil, to recruit staff for its local factory, emphasizing inclusion and local economic development.
This is how Kokkola was beautified – see the before and after pictures
The city of Kokkola, Finland, is undergoing significant urban development and beautification, transforming its main sights within a few years.
City of São Paulo may authorize decades of verticalization in a few years
Recently revised zoning laws in São Paulo significantly expand areas designated for urban verticalization, raising concerns about future urban development.
The Dissipated City
The article discusses the housing crisis in Spain as a systemic issue rooted in social thermodynamics rather than merely a shortage of space.
How the 'ring' being built will cut travel time in half in northern Buenos Aires
The city government of Buenos Aires is constructing the La Pampa Ring to significantly reduce travel times in the northern part of the city.
Editorial: A nuclear power plant could soon be built right in the middle of a city
The Finnish government has proposed a reform of nuclear energy legislation that would allow small nuclear power plants to be constructed near urban areas.
Piotr Grzelak: Gdańsk Focuses on the South of the City
Piotr Grzelak discusses the Gdańsk New South project aimed at urban development along the new Pomorska Metropolitan Railway line.
Maciej Zielonka: A new phase for Gdynia
Gdynia's vice mayor, Maciej Zielonka, discusses the new tools for collaboration with investors leading to the redevelopment of significant central areas of the city.
Gallery: Tartu Road Tramline to be Greened
The city of Tallinn plans to replace the paving stones between and alongside the tram tracks on Tartu Road with greenery this year.
City hall studies demolishing houses of the first artistic macromural in Juiz de Fora at Esplanada
The Juiz de Fora City Hall is evaluating the demolition of houses that form the city's first artistic macromural due to safety concerns regarding soil conditions.
ThPA: Collaboration with Five Senses Consulting for further development of cruises in Thessaloniki
The Thessaloniki Port Authority is partnering with Five Senses Consulting to enhance the city's profile as a cruise destination in the Eastern Mediterranean.
From a creative city to the 'ecological bifurcation', has Nantes lost its power of attraction?
Nantes is undergoing a transformation driven by its mayor, Johanna Rolland, shifting from a focus on cultural urbanism to a new narrative centered on ecological transition.
City Hall and tour guides discuss new routine for receiving excursions
A meeting between the City Hall and local tour guides in Rio das Ostras aims to improve the organization and quality of visitor reception for tourist excursions.
What to do with the Stalin-era features in the face of Old Riga – demolish or preserve?
A heated discussion recently took place in the Riga City Council regarding the future of the former building of the Riga Technical University, with opinions divided over whether to demolish a Stalin-era monument.