Indonesia's $35bn New Capital: Nusantara Explained
Discover how Indonesia is racing against time to construct its new political capital Nusantara, a $35 billion sustainable metropolis designed to replace sinking Jakarta by 2045.
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Vietnam Floods Strand Tourists in Hue and Hoi An
Severe flooding has devastated central Vietnam's tourist heartland, stranding visitors and disrupting travel plans in Hue and Hoi An. Essential updates for affected travellers.
Victoria's 10-day home approval plan cuts objection rights
The Victorian government plans to slash planning approval times to just 10 days while limiting objection rights, promising efficiency but raising concerns about community consultation.
Aristocrat's £25m Townhouse Plan Sparks Local Fury
Lady of the Manor faces local fury as she pushes forward with controversial plans to build luxury townhouses on historic family land, despite overwhelming community opposition.
Nicole Kidman on daughters' bond after Keith Urban split
Hollywood icon Nicole Kidman reveals the emotional journey of raising her two daughters amid family changes and how they've forged their own unique dynamic.
Zurich's housing cooperatives solve Europe's homes crisis
Discover how Zurich's innovative housing cooperatives offer a blueprint for tackling Europe's deepening housing crisis through community-led solutions and sustainable urban planning.
SF's Mission Hunan closes after 35 years due to homeless housing
A cherished family-run Chinese restaurant in San Francisco is shutting its doors after 35 years, blaming a nearby homeless housing development for devastating business and safety concerns that drove away customers.
Packer's Kings Cross luxury tower faces political firestorm
James Packer's proposed $500 million luxury apartment development in Sydney's Kings Cross meets fierce resistance, with former PM Paul Keating joining heritage advocates in challenging the controversial project.
Nicole Kidman's rare family outing with Keith Urban and daughters
Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman and country music star Keith Urban were spotted enjoying a rare family day out in Sydney with their two teenage daughters, Sunday and Faith, offering a glimpse into their closely guarded private life.
UK construction costs surge 40%, threatening projects
New data reveals UK construction costs have surged by up to 40%, forcing developers to delay or redesign major projects as budgets spiral out of control.
Obama's Chicago library slammed as 'eyesore' destroying park
Former President Barack Obama's controversial presidential library faces mounting criticism from Chicago locals who condemn the concrete-heavy design as an urban blight and protest the seizure of cherished public parkland for the $500 million project.
Honda invests heavily in Vietnam EV production
Japanese automotive giant Honda announces substantial investment to expand electric motorcycle and car production in Vietnam, signalling strong confidence in the growing Southeast Asian market.
Portland's twin crises: Housing costs and drugs drive exodus
Exclusive investigation reveals how Portland, Oregon's celebrated liberal policies have backfired, creating a perfect storm of unaffordable housing and rampant drug use that's driving residents away.
Australian businessman faces drug charges in Vietnam
Exclusive: Australian businessman Daniel Badger's glamorous life unravels as he faces serious drug trafficking allegations in Vietnam, exposing a dangerous double life that spanned continents.
Kenya plans new city near Nairobi to ease congestion
Kenya embarks on an ambitious urban development project to construct a new city near Nairobi, designed to alleviate congestion and drive economic growth across East Africa.
McDonald's Newtown Plan Sparks Community Backlash
Fast-food giant McDonald's encounters fierce community resistance as it seeks approval for a new outlet in Sydney's bohemian Newtown neighbourhood, sparking debates about local character and corporate expansion.
Nashville's Walking Revolution Transforms City Life
Discover how Nashville, Tennessee is embracing pedestrian-friendly initiatives that are reshaping city life, improving community wellbeing and creating more walkable neighbourhoods.
Indigenous YouTuber confronts security in Vancouver land dispute
A tense confrontation between an Indigenous content creator and security personnel over filming rights on traditional territories in Vancouver has ignited discussions about land rights and public access.
Office-to-Apartment Conversions Stalling in Australia
Australia's ambitious plan to transform empty offices into residential apartments faces major hurdles as high costs and complex regulations stall projects nationwide. Discover why this property trend is losing momentum.
Sydney Housing Crisis: Development Favours Wealthy Suburbs
Exclusive analysis reveals how New South Wales' desperate push for new housing may be disproportionately benefiting affluent Sydney suburbs, raising questions about equitable urban development.
IGDA: Building the next generation of game developers
Discover how the International Game Developers Association is breaking down barriers and creating pathways to success for aspiring game creators worldwide through mentorship, education and global networking.
Indonesia's £26bn new capital rises in Borneo jungle
Indonesia is embarking on one of the world's most ambitious urban projects, building a new capital city from scratch in Borneo's rainforest while Jakarta sinks beneath the waves.
Bronze Age burial site discovered in Cardiff sparks concerns
Archaeologists raise alarm after significant Bronze Age remains discovered during Cardiff housing development, highlighting tensions between urban expansion and heritage preservation in Wales.
Sunday Rose Kidman Urban's stylish London outing
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's teenage daughter Sunday makes fashionable statement in Miu Miu during London outing as her famous parents navigate their separation.
Nicole Kidman at Chanel with daughters Sunday Rose & Faith
Nicole Kidman makes stylish appearance at Chanel's Paris Fashion Week show with daughters Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, while confirming marriage to Keith Urban remains strong after 18 years.
French City Shamed by Graffiti Sparking National Debate
The historic city of Nîmes in southern France confronts its urban deterioration crisis after anonymous graffiti declaring 'Nîmes, I am ashamed of you' appears across the city, igniting a nationwide conversation about France's urban decline.
Labour's radical planning shake-up targets green belt for new towns
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party unveils ambitious planning reforms targeting green belt land for new housing developments, drawing comparisons to Disney-style communities and sparking controversy over urban sprawl and local democracy.
March against homes in Thomas Hardy countryside
Hundreds of protesters marched through Dorset countryside opposing 2,000-home development they claim would destroy landscape immortalised by Thomas Hardy
British tourists brawl in Vietnamese bar sparking local fury
Shocking footage emerges of British tourists engaged in violent street brawl outside Vietnamese bar, prompting local authorities to demand immediate action and threatening tourism reputation.
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