Tag: sustainable cities
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Tengah Takes Shape: Life in Singapore’s Growing HDB Town as Residents, Retailers Adapt
New Beginnings in a Growing HDB Town Singapore’s Tengah, the newest HDB town, is steadily filling with residents as more flats complete and amenities come online. From first movers like Mr. Mohd Zaky and his family to the many households arriving over the past months, Tengah is transitioning from a quiet construction site to a…
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In Focus: The Dreams and Perils of Moving Capitals in a Changing Asia
Introduction: Why Capitals Move in Asia Across Asia, capitals have always been more than administrative centers; they are symbols of national identity, engines of regional growth, and barometers of political will. As economies diversify, climate risks rise, and demographic pressures intensify, governments increasingly consider relocating capital cities. This bold move promises efficiency and resilience, yet…
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Earthshot Prize: Prince William Heads to Brazil for Awards Ceremony
Prince William to Attend Earthshot Prize Ceremony in Brazil The Earthshot Prize, a landmark environmental award founded by Prince William five years ago, is heading to Latin America for the first time as the ceremony takes place in Rio de Janeiro next month. Describing the finalists as “heroes of our time,” the Prince of Wales…
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Earthshot Prize in Rio: Prince William Champions Global Climate Innovators in Latin America
Prince William brings Earthshot Prize to Rio de Janeiro For the first time in its five-year history, the Earthshot Prize ceremony will travel to Latin America, with Prince William heading to Rio de Janeiro next month. The visit marks a milestone for the ambitious environmental initiative, which awards £1 million each year to five projects…