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🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Residents of Dimona Thought Missiles Would Not Reach Them. This Illusion Shattered Among the Old Train Housing

Residents of Dimona, especially in old train housing, believed missiles would not reach their city until a recent attack shattered that illusion, highlighting the lack of shelters and accessibility for vulnerable people.

Mar 22 • 20:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Avenida Nove de Julho: 1 year after a R$ 32 million project, the City Hall considers redone pavement work

A year after a R$ 32 million revitalization project, Avenida Nove de Julho in Ribeirão Preto faces issues of loose cobblestones, prompting the city to consider further repairs.

Mar 22 • 16:16 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Calculated how long it will take to save money for the down payment: in this city, you will save the longest

The majority of housing loans are taken by younger individuals, indicating a trend toward increased financial planning among youth in Lithuania.

Mar 22 • 10:01 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Heritage Protection Sets Restrictions on the Renovation of Pirita TOP

The Tallinn City Planning Office has initiated a new detailed plan for the Pirita Olympic Sailing Center, focusing on modernizing the area while preserving elements of its historical architecture.

Mar 22 • 08:47 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The new appearance of Prague's stops: the legendary red markers are being replaced by dark ones

Prague is changing its iconic red bus and tram stop markers to a new dark design.

Mar 21 • 11:05 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Linnahall or City Paralysis?

The article discusses the long-standing closure of Linnahall in Tallinn and the need for action regarding its future.

Mar 20 • 14:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

From New Town to Grigiškės: What Makes Each Vilnius District Special?

A study of Vilnius districts aims to help the city government, communities, and businesses to better plan for the future by understanding the unique characteristics and needs of each area.

Mar 20 • 12:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Municipality of Athens: The entire urban planning map of the city with one click

The Municipality of Athens has launched a new digital urban planning map to enhance reliability and transparency.

Mar 20 • 10:26 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Indrek Ibrus: The Tortured Genius Formula for Tallinn City Traffic

Indrek Ibrus discusses the ongoing reliance on cars in Tallinn and reflects on the cultural impact of the film 'A Beautiful Mind', which depicts the life of mathematician John Nash.

Mar 20 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court suspends expropriation of building in Botafogo and prevents auction; project provided for AI center

A Rio de Janeiro court has halted the expropriation of a building in Botafogo, citing irregularities in the city's process and preventing an upcoming auction.

Mar 19 • 21:15 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Alert in the world's most populous capital: it sinks year after year and plans to relocate it

Jakarta, identified as the world's most populous capital, faces severe structural challenges due to rising sea levels and ground subsidence, leading to ongoing discussions about relocating the city.

Mar 19 • 18:54 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Proposal to increase parking spaces at new constructions

A proposal is under discussion in Reykjavik to increase the allowance for parking spaces associated with new residential buildings in the city.

Mar 19 • 16:37 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Italian City Seeks Professional "Smellers"

An Italian city is on the lookout for professional odor testers to evaluate the scent landscape of their area.

Mar 18 • 19:51 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Fire Victims of Multicomercio Building Hold Protest and Announce Second Constitutional Demand for Omission

A group of fire victims from the Multicomercio building in Guayaquil is planning to file a second constitutional demand against the city government and fire department for alleged negligence.

Mar 18 • 19:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

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.

Mar 18 • 11:21 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Processing delayed by a week

The Reykjavík City Environmental and Planning Council has postponed the consideration of a building application for a café due to be operated by Samhjálp at Grensásvegur 46 for a week.

Mar 18 • 06:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

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.

Mar 17 • 19:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Electric Scooters are Back – These Things are Changing

Helsinki's city officials have announced changes to electric scooter regulations for the upcoming season, including expanded no-parking zones around the city.

Mar 17 • 15:47 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

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.

Mar 16 • 13:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

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.

Mar 16 • 02:18 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mamdani redesigns 14th Street in Manhattan for 28,000 passengers: there will be a public meeting on March 25

New York City is planning a redesign of 14th Street in Manhattan to enhance safety and public space for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users, with a public meeting scheduled for March 25.

Mar 15 • 21:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Binary system changes traffic on two main roads in Vila Velha; see how it looks

A new traffic management system has been implemented in Vila Velha, Brazil, allowing two main roads to operate in one direction only.

Mar 15 • 19:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

João Pessoa begins offering contraceptive implants at public health units

João Pessoa has started offering the Implanon contraceptive method for free at several public health units in the city.

Mar 14 • 21:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

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.

Mar 14 • 13:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Understanding point by point the crisis of gullies that have been advancing for decades in a city in Maranhão

Gullies in Buriticupu, Maranhão, have been causing significant destruction and risks to families for decades, with legal authorities demanding action that has yet to be fulfilled.

Mar 14 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

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.

Mar 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario city uses strong mayor powers to block four units as-of-right

A Markham mayor has exercised new strong mayor powers to veto a planning decision allowing four residential units on properties, citing concerns about infrastructure stress.

Mar 12 • 22:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MPPE takes legal action to prevent real estate growth from collapsing infrastructure and public services in Tamandaré

The Public Ministry of Pernambuco is seeking court intervention to ensure sustainable urban growth in Tamandaré as the city anticipates a significant increase in housing units.

Mar 12 • 20:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Line F: this is the project that would change the north-south connectivity of the city, from Barracas to Palermo

The construction of Line F in Buenos Aires aims to improve transportation connectivity between the north and south of the city, benefiting around 300,000 passengers.

Mar 12 • 14:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Barcelona will process the plan for the future Thyssen Museum of Barcelona with the support of Junts

Barcelona's city council is set to process the urban plan for the Thyssen Museum with backing from the Junts party, which claims to have secured greater heritage protection and an improved museum program.

Mar 12 • 12:41 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Opened the doors of Moscow's house: after long disputes – a new turn

The mayor of Vilnius, Valdas Benkunskas, is seeking clarification from the State Territorial Planning and Construction Inspectorate regarding the stalled demolition of a controversial building in the city, originally authorized by the court over 1100 days ago.

Mar 12 • 09:58 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

In Bordeaux, the place of the car in the city, a burning issue of the municipal elections

Bordeaux's mayor, Pierre Hurmic, is facing criticism for his efforts to reduce car usage in the city amid the upcoming municipal elections.

Mar 12 • 07:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Times Square in SP will not operate overnight and will have more restrictions, determines commission

A commission in São Paulo has approved new operational restrictions for the city's 'Times Square,' impacting its functionality during nighttime hours.

Mar 11 • 22:20 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Four years of improvisation: Stara Vlaška is now undergoing reconstruction

The City of Zagreb has finally initiated the procurement process for the reconstruction of Stara Vlaška, a project that has seen nearly four years of delays since its designation as a pedestrian zone.

Mar 11 • 21:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Tallinn Transport Department Will Become the Mobility Department

Tallinn's city government has proposed a new regulation that will rename the Transport Department to the Mobility Department and update its responsibilities.

Mar 11 • 18:18 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tartu city considers additional subsidies for kindergarten fees

The city of Tartu is planning to exempt families with four or more children from kindergarten fees, which may affect around 200 families and cost the city approximately €200,000 annually.

Mar 11 • 16:15 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Alleged ISIS-inspired suburban terrorists lived 10 miles apart but were 'strangers' before NYC attack: Lawyer

Two young men from Pennsylvania, accused of planning an ISIS-inspired attack in New York City, were reportedly strangers before the incident, according to one suspect's lawyer.

Mar 10 • 17:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

LIVE FROM POSTIMEES ⟩ Is the Centre Party planning to build a metro in Tallinn? Guest Joel Jesse in the studio

Tallinn's Deputy Mayor Joel Jesse discusses the future of public transport in the city and upcoming plans for light traffic regulations.

Mar 10 • 14:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Technical area warned the SP City Hall about allowing tall buildings in locations prohibited by the Zoning Law

Technical staff alerted the São Paulo City Hall about the approval of tall buildings in areas not compliant with zoning regulations just days before the urban revision was sanctioned.

Mar 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Ten tips if you want to travel to New York

The article provides ten essential tips for travelers planning a visit to New York City, emphasizing budgeting and avoiding common mistakes.

Mar 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Buriticupu, city of giant craters in Maranhão, sees the problem of gullies increase

Buriticupu, Brazil is experiencing an increase in the issue of gullies, causing distress among residents as giant cracks open in the ground.

Mar 10 • 01:15 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Suspect in NYC terror probe planned attack 'bigger than the Boston Marathon bombing,' prosecutors say

A suspect in a New York City terrorism investigation is accused of planning an attack larger than the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, according to federal prosecutors.

Mar 9 • 19:04 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Natalie Mets: The shortage of school places in Tallinn is already here

Natalie Mets analyzes the Tallinn city government's plans for reorganizing the school network in North Tallinn, questioning the demographic forecasts that underpin these decisions.

Mar 9 • 07:56 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Celebrated 80,000 residents – this is how Luleå aims to become 100,000

Luleå, Sweden, is setting an ambitious goal to increase its population from 80,000 to 100,000 within the next 15 years, focusing on addressing housing shortages to achieve this growth.

Mar 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

To kill with gas or to build city pigeon lofts? Cities are dealing with what to do with birds

Cities in Czechia are grappling with the issue of managing urban bird populations, considering strategies like humane culling or providing areas for pigeon lofts.

Mar 8 • 07:04 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Most Walkable Cities in the World: Riga Included in the List

A recent study has declared Florence the most walkable city in the world, with Riga also recognized for its pedestrian-friendly features.

Mar 6 • 22:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Kiosks on Avenida Roberto Freire are demolished for exceeding permitted height

Five kiosks have started to be demolished on Avenida Engenheiro Roberto Freire in Ponta Negra, Natal, for violating the city's new Master Plan regarding allowed building heights.

Mar 6 • 18:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Espoo plans to change construction direction - in the future, even a third of single-family homes, says the committee chair

Espoo's city planning committee will pause the preparation of primarily apartment-based plans to prioritize the development of single-family homes in attractive areas.

Mar 6 • 15:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Prostějov has banned overnight parking of trucks and trailers on the streets

The city of Prostějov has implemented a ban on overnight parking for trucks and trailers in its streets.

Mar 6 • 11:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

New government headquarters in SP has a good architectural project; lacks urban planning

The new administrative center for the São Paulo state government is set to be built, but questions remain about its urban integration and effectiveness in revitalizing the city center.

Mar 6 • 10:00 UTC

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