New Yorkers Protest Against and For U.S. Attack
Hundreds of protesters gathered in New York City's Times Square to express their opposition to President Trump's foreign policy and military actions against Iran.
Helsinki decided to reduce meat dishes in schools โ HU: Oven sausage returns to the menu
Helsinki's city council has decided to reduce meat and dairy sourcing in city food services by 2030, yet has introduced 'oven sausage' back into school menus, alternating weekly with another dish.
Mamdani's response to Trump's Iran strike sparks conservative backlash: 'Rooting for the ayatollah'
New York City's Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces significant criticism from conservatives after condemning a U.S.-led military strike on Iran that resulted in the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
NYC landlords fire back at โracistโ Mamdani aide's claim that ties homeownership to 'White supremacy'
New York City landlords are criticizing comments from a top housing official connecting homeownership to white supremacy, labeling them as 'racist' and neglectful of immigrant property owners.
The Dutch city of Utrecht refuses to impose fines for sleeping on the street
Utrecht city council in the Netherlands has decided to stop imposing fines for street sleeping, acknowledging that such penalties exacerbate the situation of vulnerable individuals and criminalize poverty.
Prohibition of demolitions and new buildings affects 102 properties in areas with changed zoning in SP
A recent court ruling in Sรฃo Paulo prohibits new constructions in specific areas affected by zoning changes, impacting 102 properties and highlighting the city's regulatory focus on housing density.
Philadelphia sued for allegedly not promoting five police officers because they are White
Five white police officers in Philadelphia are suing the city, claiming they were denied promotions based on their race and sex as a result of a new diversity policy.
City Hall of Rio Preto revokes decree that altered the Generic Plan for properties
The city government of Sรฃo Josรฉ do Rio Preto has revoked a decree that proposed changes to the city's property valuation plan due to concerns about inflated assessments.
City Hall inaugurates new night shelter for homeless population in Belรฉm
The City Hall of Belรฉm has inaugurated a new night shelter aimed at accommodating the homeless population.
City Hall releases updated IPTU and waste collection fees bills
The City Hall of Pindamonhangaba has made updated IPTU and waste collection fee bills available for consultation, printing, and payment after corrections to the tables were made earlier this month.
Two streets in the city suddenly became paid: residents are furious, calling the decision a misunderstanding
Residents are outraged over new tolls introduced on two city streets, which they believe is an ill-conceived decision.
Helsinki halves meat and dairy procurement in schools and daycares
The Helsinki City Council has approved a proposal to halve the procurement of meat and dairy products in city food services by 2030, substituting them with plant-based foods.
Mamdani's rent freeze, tax hikes a 'one-two wealth destruction punch,' economists warn
Economists are concerned that Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed rent freeze and tax increases could severely impact New York's housing market and broader economic stability.
They Want a City Train Instead of a City Line
Local leaders in Iceland suggest prioritizing a train connection between Reykjavik and Hafnarfjordur over the planned bus rapid transit system.
Rent cap in CDMX will end up raising housing costs
A recent Supreme Court decision in Mexico City limits rent increases to inflation rates, which may exacerbate housing affordability issues rather than solve them.
Musk responds sarcastically to Sheinbaum after her statements about suing him: what did he say?
Elon Musk reacted sarcastically on social media after Mexico City President Claudia Sheinbaum suggested they were considering suing him over his comments regarding her security strategy.
Kante: There are over five hundred available kindergarten places in Tallinn
Tallinn city council member Natalie Mets criticizes the city government's family policy, urging for funds to be directed toward building new kindergartens.
Quito will present legal actions for the reform to the Cootad
The city of Quito plans to take legal action against recent reforms to a law impacting financial transfers for local governments.
Refis: Piracicaba City Council unanimously approves debt negotiation bill with the city hall and rejects amendments
The Piracicaba City Council has unanimously approved a bill that establishes a Fiscal Regularization Program to allow debt negotiations with the city, while rejecting several amendments during the process.
Entry charges to the city center failed at the ministry. Prague is now talking about a strict ban
Prague's plan to implement entry charges to its city center has been abandoned in favor of a stricter ban, following concerns raised by the Ministry of the Interior.
Montreal promises new approach to homeless with encampment โtolerance zonesโ
Montreal is implementing a new policy to allow some homeless encampments, termed 'tolerance zones,' on city-owned land as part of a compassionate approach to address homelessness.
"Mini City" for Children: A Municipality in the Conurbano, Recognized in Mexico for its Urban Project
San Martรญn municipality in Argentina was recognized for its child-focused urban development strategies, participating in a training program in Mexico.
BH City Hall creates a commission to monitor and improve water quality in Lagoa da Pampulha
The Belo Horizonte City Hall has established a permanent commission to oversee and enhance water quality and maintenance efforts for Lagoa da Pampulha.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani reverses course on homeless encampments after pausing clearings
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani has decided to resume the clearings of homeless encampments after initially pausing the policy, emphasizing a more compassionate approach to aid those experiencing homelessness.
Socialist NYC Mayor Mamdani clashes with Hochul over tax hikes as some critics warn of catastrophe
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces criticism and a power struggle with Governor Kathy Hochul over proposed tax hikes on the wealthy.
Changes in Secondary School: the City of Buenos Aires Reduces Allowed Absences Per Year to End Repeated Absenteeism
Buenos Aires has reduced the maximum number of school absences allowed from 25 to 20 in an effort to tackle high absenteeism rates among secondary students.
New vehicle registration rates with inflation caps: how to calculate the new values, when they expire, and what happens to those who have already paid
New vehicle registration bills for Buenos Aires residents have been issued with updated rates and inflation caps set by the city government.
City Hall of Sรฃo Paulo and Ambev are notified for street vendors' queues during street Carnival
The Brazilian Ministry of Labor has sent a recommendation to the Sรฃo Paulo City Hall and Ambev to improve infrastructure for official street vendors during Carnival.
New York News: Zohran Mamdani Reactivated Exclusive Lanes for Buses and Bicycles
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced plans to reinstate and expand exclusive lanes for buses and bicycles as part of his transportation policy.
"Two billion euros for 8000 social housing units": the heavy toll of preemption in Paris
Paris City Hall is under fire for its high spending on social housing while the opposition calls for a halt to its preemption policy in light of unsatisfactory results.
No Expectation of Changes to Preschool Proposals in City Council
Iceland's city council is unlikely to change its proposals regarding preschool matters.
And the Double Hoy No Circula is not going, is not going: Which cars are not going out this Tuesday?
Due to ongoing poor air quality in Mexico City and the State of Mexico, authorities have implemented restrictions on vehicle circulation for Tuesday, February 17.
Establishing a 'Shade Strategy' for Heatwave Measures: Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, to Implement First in the City from Next Fiscal Year
Shinagawa Ward in Tokyo plans to create a new urban strategy called the 'Shade Policy' to increase shaded areas in the city to combat rising temperatures due to climate change.
Sรฃo Josรฉ dos Campos Receives Gold Seal in Literacy for the 2nd Time
The city of Sรฃo Josรฉ dos Campos has received the National Seal of Commitment to Literacy, Gold category, for the second consecutive year, awarded by the Ministry of Education in Brazil.
High City Liberal Democratic Party's Landslide Victory: How Will China Respond? Chinese Experts Discuss the 'New Normal'
The Liberal Democratic Party of Japan achieved a significant victory in the recent House of Representatives election, leading to discussions on how China's reactions will unfold, particularly amid the deteriorating relations following Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's statements on Taiwan.
See who is exempt from IPTU in Palmas in 2026: more than 30 thousand properties are on the list
The city of Palmas announces exemptions from the IPTU for specific categories of property owners under certain conditions for 2026.
City Hall of BH opens school during Carnival for children of street vendors and recyclers, but attendance is low
Belo Horizonte's city hall has launched a pilot school for children of street vendors and recyclers during Carnival, yet engagement has been disappointingly low.
Want to abandon the City Line, reduce asylum seekers, and spread out development
The article discusses proposals to abandon the City Line project in Iceland while also suggesting reducing the number of asylum seekers and spreading out urban development.
Rฤzekne City Council rejects the Ministry of Culture's offer to involve the state in the management of 'Gora'
The Rฤzekne City Council has decided not to support the Ministry of Culture's proposal for the state to take over the management of the Gors cultural venue.
The dispute over light in the streets of Prague: white LED lamps meet resistance, the city speaks of safety and savings
Prague's city officials defend their switch to LED street lighting as a necessary measure for safety and cost savings, while opposition groups claim the change is unwarranted and not mandated by EU regulations.
What does Mamdani's 'Quality of Life' policy mean?
The article discusses the progressive policies of New York City Mayor Joran Mamdani focused on improving the quality of life for residents, particularly through universal free childcare.
Dispute over 'Gors': the government pushes for state involvement, the city council objects
The Latvian government is advocating for state involvement in the management of the Gors concert hall, despite objections from the local council.
Hundreds of tractors take to the streets in Madrid against the CAP and the EU-Mercosur trade agreement
Farmers in Madrid are protesting the Common Agricultural Policy and the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, with hundreds of tractors mobilizing in the city center.
Eveliis Padar: go to work, you will get health insurance
The Tartu city government's plan to stop covering ambulatory medical expenses for residents without health insurance reveals a harmful mindset regarding personal responsibility and social safety.
Good news for tenants in New York: public hearings against rental abuses and scams begin
New York City has launched public hearings to address rental abuses and scams, allowing tenants to share their grievances in a bid to reform housing policies.
Economy in Munich: City wants to link new offices to the construction of apartments
Munich city officials are proposing a policy that would link the development of new office spaces with residential housing to promote mixed-use areas and affordable spaces for various social purposes.
Heating may become even more expensive in this city: here's what happened
Residents of a Lithuanian city are facing significantly increased heating costs due to recent policy changes and severe winter weather.
Campinas City Council approves increase in job vacancies for Black and Indigenous people in public competitions and exclusive lanes for PWDs
The Campinas City Council has approved a law increasing job vacancies for Black, Indigenous, and quilombola individuals in public competitions, along with allowing vehicles transporting people with disabilities to use exclusive bus lanes.
Good news for New York: Mamdani signed an executive order to protect citizens from 'abusive immigration enforcement application'
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order aimed at protecting city residents from what he describes as an abusive immigration enforcement policy by the Trump administration.
January Inflation: IPC Accelerated in the City and Reached 3.1% in the First Month of 2026
In January 2026, Buenos Aires experienced a spike in inflation, reaching 3.1%, up from 2.7% in December.