Tag: Urban Development
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Digital Infrastructure Drive Boosts Urban Growth, Service Delivery: State Ministers
Overview: A New Era for Ethiopia’s Cities Across Ethiopia, a sweeping expansion of digital infrastructure is accelerating urban development. State ministers and government agencies are highlighting how better connectivity, data systems, and digital services are transforming city life—from faster public services to more resilient revenue collection—and creating a foundation for sustainable growth in Addis Ababa…
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Congress Goes Solo in Mumbai BMC Elections: Shiv Sena UBT Responds
H2: Congress stakes solo path for Mumbai’s BMC polls Pacing ahead with a clear message, the Congress on Saturday announced that it will contest the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections alone, stepping away from the former grand alliance dynamics that have long defined Mumbai politics. Ramesh Chennithala, the Congress Maharashtra in-charge, told party workers…
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Windhoek Building Approvals Dip in November, Signals Slower Construction Momentum
November Building Approvals in Windhoek Fall Short of October Windhoek’s construction activity showed signs of cooling in November as the City Council approved 153 building plans valued at N$123.9 million. This marks a decrease of 33 approvals compared with October, underscoring a softer month for development activity in the Namibian capital. The month-on-month drop in…
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Windhoek Building Approvals Dip in November Amid Slower Construction Momentum
Overview: Windhoek’s November Building Approvals The City of Windhoek reported a notable slowdown in building activity for November, with 153 building plans approved valued at N$123.9 million. This mark represents a decrease of 33 approvals compared with October, underscoring a cooler month for new development in Namibia’s capital. Industry analysts, including IJG Securities, noted that…
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Jimmy’s Corner Faces Eviction: A Heartbreaker for Times Square’s Landmark Dive Bar
Overview: A Time-Honored Spot at Risk In the heart of Times Square, where neon lights flicker with constant renewal, Jimmy’s Corner stands as a stubborn relic of old New York. Founded by former boxer and trainer Jimmy Glenn in 1971, the bar has survived three-quarters of a century’s worth of change, a constant reminder of…
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Times Square’s cherished Jimmy’s Corner faces eviction—what it means for a landmark dive bar
Overview: a landmark under threat In the heart of Times Square, a neighborhood staple stands at a crossroads. Jimmy’s Corner, the small but storied bar founded by former boxer and trainer Jimmy Glenn in 1971, is facing eviction as the area around it continues to evolve at a rapid pace. For decades, patrons—locals, visitors, and…
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Times Square Legend in Peril: Jimmy’s Corner Faces Eviction
Introduction: A Landmark at Risk In the heart of New York’s glitzy Times Square sits a stubbornly unchanged relic: Jimmy’s Corner. Founded in 1971 by former boxer turned trainer Jimmy Glenn, the small corner bar became a neighborhood institution, a place where locals and travelers could trade stories over a cold drink while watching the…
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Davao City Council Reshuffle Looms as Duterte II Prepares to Assume Role
Background: A Possible Leadership Refresh The political landscape in Davao City is poised for a significant change as acting Vice Mayor Rodrigo S. Duterte II prepares to formally assume his post. A seasoned member of the city council, Duterte II is expected to bring new energy and direction to the chamber, with observers anticipating shifts…
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LSK Takes Makongeni Evictions to Court, Calls for Halt on Demolitions
LSK Taps the Courts Over Makongeni Evictions The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has signaled a legal challenge to the government’s plan to demolish parts of Makongeni Estate as part of a broader push to create new affordable housing. In a bold move aimed at protecting residents and ensuring due process, LSK has urged authorities…
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LSK Heads to Court Over Makongeni Estate Evictions
LSK Takes Legal Route to Pause Makongeni Demolitions The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has announced plans to pursue legal action in response to government demolition plans at Makongeni Estate. The move seeks to suspend ongoing and upcoming evictions that are part of a broader project to pave the way for new affordable housing developments.…