Tag: urban redevelopment
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Shashi Tharoor backs Bengaluru demolition drive: ‘No unnecessary provocation’ and legal steps followed
Context and Contention In a controversial move that has drawn both praise and criticism, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor publicly backed the Karnataka government’s demolition drive in Bengaluru. Tharoor’s comments emphasised that the authorities followed due process and that affected residents were offered alternative arrangements. The remarks arrive amid heightened sensitivity around urban redevelopment, housing…
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Plymouth Tops UK for Steepest 2025 House Price Rise as Amenities Boom Attracts Buyers
Plymouth’s 2025 Price Surge: What’s Driving the Rise In 2025, Plymouth stands out as the UK’s standout hotspot for house price growth, recording the steepest annual rise among major markets. While central London faced softer demand and more modest gains, the south-west city benefited from a strong mix of investment and lifestyle appeal that translated…
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Panama Monument Demolition Sparks Outrage Over Chinese Community Heritage
Background: A Monumentalist Gesture in Panama The controversial demolition of a monument dedicated to the Chinese community in Panama has reignited debates over cultural memory, national identity, and foreign influence. In a decision that has drawn condemnation from international actors and concerns from local residents, the removal of the statue and surrounding commemorative features has…
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Tiong Bahru SIT Flats: Residents Refuse Million-Dollar Buyout
Preserving aLiving Legacy: The Tiong Bahru SIT Flats Dilemma In the heart of Singapore’s historic Tiong Bahru estate, a quiet stand is taking shape. Longtime residents of the former Singapore Improvement Trust (SIT) flats are holding their ground, even as developers and investors circle with ever-larger buyout offers. The most talked-about case involves a fourth-floor…
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Tiong Bahru Holdouts: Why Some SIT Flat Owners Won’t Budge, Even for S$1 Million
Why Some SIT Flats in Tiong Bahru Hold Onto Duty, Not Just Property In Singapore’s beloved Tiong Bahru district, a quiet but stubborn chapter is unfolding among longtime residents living in former Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) flats. Despite speculative offers that reach into the millions of dollars, a number of owners are choosing not…
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Rockwell, Madrigals in Talks for ATC Facelift
A New Chapter for Alabang Town Center In a development that could reshape Manila’s southern retail landscape, Rockwell Land Corp., a unit of the Lopez-owned property group, is reportedly in negotiations with the Madrigal family to redevelop the Alabang Town Center (ATC) in Muntinlupa. While specifics remain confidential, sources familiar with the talks say the…
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LSK Moves to Court Over Makongeni Estate Evictions: Calls for Suspension of Demolitions
LSK Seeks Legal Intervention Over Makongeni Estate Evictions The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has escalated its concerns surrounding the planned demolitions at Makongeni Estate, arguing that the process could displace tens of thousands of residents and undermine access to affordable housing. The group has announced intentions to head to court in a bid to…
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A Sewing Circle, a Home, a Lifeline: The Threat to Older Homes and Community Ties
Introduction: A Community’s Quiet Crisis In neighborhoods where quiet streets once echoed with the clack of a sewing machine and the hum of conversations, a more troubling sound has begun to dominate: the slow, systematic erasure of homes that generations of seniors call their own. As developments press forward and older properties are earmarked for…
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Former Bar of the Year Double Deuce Lounge to Close on Bridge St, Frustrations Grow Over Friday Drinks
Closure of a CBD Icon: Double Deuce Lounge to Close on Bridge Street The nightlife landmark known as the Double Deuce Lounge, once celebrated as Bar of the Year, is set to close its doors on Bridge Street. The northern CBD precinct is bracing for the loss of a venue that has long been a…
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SM Breathes New Life into Susana Heights Village: A Southern Classic Reborn
Introduction: A Southern Classic Reimagined Susana Heights Village, once a quiet beacon along the South Luzon Expressway, is stepping into a new era. Under SM’s stewardship, this southern neighborhood is undergoing a thoughtful rebirth that blends nostalgia with modern living. The revival aims to honor the community’s serene roots while infusing it with contemporary conveniences…