South Africa Wins $925 Million World Bank Loan for Ailing Cities
The World Bank approved a $925 million loan for South Africa to support a six-year program costing three…
12 hours in Gisborne: top places to eat, drink and explore
Wake up early and head out to Waikanae Beach. Stroll along the sand and be one of the…
COP30: What Happens at COP Climate Change Summits? What’s at Stake in Brazil?
For three decades, the United Nations has been holding an annual summit on the climate known as COP,…
HK’s Economy Grows Most Since 2023, Defying Trade Tensions
Hong Kong’s economy expanded much faster than forecast in the third quarter, posting the strongest growth in nearly…
China Home Sales Slump Deepens After Easing in Top Cities
China’s new-home sales extended a slump in October, despite recent easing measures introduced by major cities to revive…
China’s Gig Economy Shows Why Quitting the Corporate Grind Isn’t So Simple
Admit it: At some point, we’ve all thought about quitting our job, if only for a fleeting moment.…
Amsterdam 750th Anniversary Showcases Centuries of Climate Adaptation
On Amsterdam’s northern edge, a brand new island in the vast IJmeer lake is being readied for homebuilding.…
Creating Cities for Tomorrow: The Future of Sustainable Construction
European Patent Office, Vienna, Austria. Built with ECOPact, ECOCycle® and Elevate inside. Image © ATP Architects Share Share…
Staging Culture: The Architect as Curator
‘Zero Gravity Urbanism – Principles for a New Livability’ at the Abbazia di San Gregorio, Venice. Image ©…
Medical Tourism: Africa Leaders Should Get Their Healthcare at Home
The tragedy of the death of veteran Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga, who was “arguably robbed of the…
China Home Prices Drop Faster Even as Top Cities Ease Rules
China’s home prices fell more steeply in September, despite recent easing measures introduced by major cities to revive…
Singapore’s CPF Ranked Among the World’s Best Pension Systems
Each week we’ll bring you insights into one of Asia’s most dynamic economies. If you haven’t yet, please…