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.
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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.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Vietnam with deadly floods
Tropical Storm Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains across Vietnam, triggering devastating floods and landslides that have left communities reeling and rescue operations underway.
Hanoi's canal pollution crisis exposed by scientists
Groundbreaking research reveals severe contamination in Hanoi's canal network, with pollution levels up to 40 times higher than national safety standards, posing significant health risks to millions.
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.
Vietnam power cuts: Cities face blackouts in heatwave
Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City experience widespread power cuts as extreme temperatures push Vietnam's electricity grid to breaking point, disrupting businesses and daily life.
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.
Vietnam's Hoi An submerged by severe flooding
Stunning images reveal Hoi An's historic streets transformed into waterways as severe flooding overwhelms the UNESCO World Heritage site, disrupting tourism and daily life.
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.
Vietnam Flooding: Essential Travel Advice for UK Tourists
UK travellers to Vietnam face significant disruptions as severe flooding hits central regions. Discover which popular destinations are affected, transport updates, and crucial safety advice for your Southeast Asian journey.
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.
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.
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