Arizona's Phoenix and Tucson on Track to Merge
Experts predict a 'megapolitan' merger between Phoenix and Tucson by 2040, driven by massive population growth, despite challenges like extreme heat and water supply.
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Serbia fast-tracks Kushner deal for Belgrade site
Serbia forms joint venture with Jared Kushner's firm to redevelop bombed military headquarters site, sparking protests and controversy over cultural heritage.
Fresno's $4bn Housing Plan Faces Local Fury
Residents and farmers in Fresno, California, are protesting a massive 9,000-acre, 45,000-home development, citing urban sprawl, loss of prime farmland, and poor air quality. Discover the battle over the city's future.
Serbians protest Kushner development on army HQ site
Thousands of Serbians are protesting against a luxury hotel development linked to Jared Kushner on the site of Belgrade's former army headquarters. Join the conversation about this controversial project.
LA's £1B abandoned skyscraper becomes graffiti canvas
The stalled Oceanwide Plaza development in Los Angeles has been transformed into an illegal urban art gallery, with graffiti artists scaling the billion-dollar complex in a spectacular display of defiance.
Village fury over 65ft 'mega-shed' built via planning loophole
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Vietnam Cities Forming Major Economic Corridor
Groundbreaking research from Kyoto University identifies Vietnam's Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City region as an emerging megapolitan area set to transform Southeast Asia's economic landscape by 2030.
Saudi Arabia's £1.1T Futuristic Linear City Revealed
Discover Saudi Arabia's revolutionary 170km-long linear city 'The Line' - a £1.1 trillion megaproject featuring AI integration, zero cars and carbon-neutral living in the heart of Neom.
Mixed Reactions to USAID Cuts: Not Everyone is Mourning
As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.
Billionaires' secret California city plan sparks outrage
Silicon Valley titans pour billions into controversial new city project in Solano County, facing fierce local opposition and political scrutiny over their secretive land grab tactics.
Rio families evicted as Brazil clears favelas for development
Exclusive report reveals the human cost of Rio de Janeiro's urban transformation as hundreds of families face forced evictions from their homes in Vila Autódromo community.
Wealthy suburbs create 'luxury effect' for wildlife
Groundbreaking research reveals how affluent neighbourhoods are creating urban oases for plants and animals through the 'luxury effect' - but is this deepening environmental inequality across our cities?
Poundbury residents revolt against King Charles's town rules
Exclusive investigation reveals growing discontent in the King's visionary Dorset town as locals complain of restrictive covenants, poor design quality, and feeling like 'exhibits in a museum' rather than a living community.
Melbourne's French Quarter: A Parisian Dream Down Under
Discover how Melbourne is creating a stunning French Quarter, complete with Parisian-style cafes, boutiques and architecture, as part of an ambitious urban renewal project inspired by European elegance.
Indonesia's £27bn Jungle Capital Nusantara Takes Shape
Indonesia is racing against time to complete its revolutionary new capital city Nusantara, a £27 billion urban marvel rising from Borneo's rainforests. Discover the vision, challenges and controversy behind one of the world's most ambitious infrastructure
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.
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.
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.
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.
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