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NSW Housing Authority's Fast-Tracked Approvals Spark Backlash
The NSW government's Housing Delivery Authority has fast-tracked approval for over 70,200 homes in seven months, bypassing local councils who warn of strained infrastructure and the erosion of commercial precincts, sparking a growing backlash.
NSW Housing Authority's Fast-Tracked Approvals Spark Backlash
The NSW government's Housing Delivery Authority has fast-tracked approval for over 70,200 homes in seven months, bypassing local councils who warn of strained infrastructure and the erosion of commercial precincts, sparking a growing backlash.
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60% Bias Score
Berlin's Left Party Proposes Rooftop and Integrated Public Pools
Berlin's Left party proposes integrating swimming pools into new housing projects and creating rooftop pools, inspired by Vienna's model, to address the city's shortage of public pools, especially in districts like Marzahn-Hellersdorf which currently lacks one.
Berlin's Left Party Proposes Rooftop and Integrated Public Pools
Berlin's Left party proposes integrating swimming pools into new housing projects and creating rooftop pools, inspired by Vienna's model, to address the city's shortage of public pools, especially in districts like Marzahn-Hellersdorf which currently lacks one.
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40% Bias Score
Madrid Resident Critiques Almeida's Urban Development, Citing Environmental Damage and Loss of Cultural Identity
A Madrid resident's anonymous social media account, @MadridDecadente, criticizes Mayor Almeida's urban renovations, citing the Plaza de Sol and the potential closure of Café Central as examples of projects harming the city's environment, public spaces, and cultural identity; the account's popularity...
Madrid Resident Critiques Almeida's Urban Development, Citing Environmental Damage and Loss of Cultural Identity
A Madrid resident's anonymous social media account, @MadridDecadente, criticizes Mayor Almeida's urban renovations, citing the Plaza de Sol and the potential closure of Café Central as examples of projects harming the city's environment, public spaces, and cultural identity; the account's popularity...
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56% Bias Score
Madrid Tightens Terrace Rules Amid Noise Complaints and License Renewal Concerns
Madrid's new terrace ordinance increases penalties for noise and safety violations, potentially revoking licenses, while automatic license renewals raise concerns about enforcement; the ordinance aims to balance social life with residents' rest, but has sparked conflict.
Madrid Tightens Terrace Rules Amid Noise Complaints and License Renewal Concerns
Madrid's new terrace ordinance increases penalties for noise and safety violations, potentially revoking licenses, while automatic license renewals raise concerns about enforcement; the ordinance aims to balance social life with residents' rest, but has sparked conflict.
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56% Bias Score
Perth's North to Expand with 8,000 New Homes Despite Infrastructure Concerns
Western Australia approved the first phase of a 50-year plan to build 28 precincts with 8000 hectares of land and 8000 new homes in Perth's north, accommodating 150,000 people, despite criticism for not having transport, schools and other essential services in the works, while the government claims ...
Perth's North to Expand with 8,000 New Homes Despite Infrastructure Concerns
Western Australia approved the first phase of a 50-year plan to build 28 precincts with 8000 hectares of land and 8000 new homes in Perth's north, accommodating 150,000 people, despite criticism for not having transport, schools and other essential services in the works, while the government claims ...
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56% Bias Score
Record Rainfall Cripples Mexico City
Mexico City experienced its rainiest July on record in 2024, with over 298 millimeters of rainfall causing widespread flooding, infrastructure damage, and transportation disruptions, particularly affecting vulnerable southern areas.
Record Rainfall Cripples Mexico City
Mexico City experienced its rainiest July on record in 2024, with over 298 millimeters of rainfall causing widespread flooding, infrastructure damage, and transportation disruptions, particularly affecting vulnerable southern areas.
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24% Bias Score
Helsinki Achieves Zero Traffic Fatalities: A Model for Global Road Safety
Helsinki reported zero traffic fatalities in the past year, attributed to a multifaceted approach including lower speed limits, improved street design, better enforcement, and advanced vehicle technology, offering a global model for enhanced road safety.
Helsinki Achieves Zero Traffic Fatalities: A Model for Global Road Safety
Helsinki reported zero traffic fatalities in the past year, attributed to a multifaceted approach including lower speed limits, improved street design, better enforcement, and advanced vehicle technology, offering a global model for enhanced road safety.
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24% Bias Score
Northbridge Development Plan Faces Community Backlash
A proposal to expand Northbridge's entertainment precinct into residential streets via a 20-story building development faces community backlash due to concerns over the displacement of small businesses and the impact on heritage homes; the City of Vincent Council will vote on the plan Tuesday.
Northbridge Development Plan Faces Community Backlash
A proposal to expand Northbridge's entertainment precinct into residential streets via a 20-story building development faces community backlash due to concerns over the displacement of small businesses and the impact on heritage homes; the City of Vincent Council will vote on the plan Tuesday.
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52% Bias Score
Spain Sees 6% Drop in Urban Traffic Fatalities in 2024
Spain reported a 6% decrease in urban traffic fatalities in 2024, totaling 488 deaths, while vulnerable road users accounted for 79% of these deaths; this positive trend requires continued focus on safety measures for pedestrians, motorcyclists, and cyclists.
Spain Sees 6% Drop in Urban Traffic Fatalities in 2024
Spain reported a 6% decrease in urban traffic fatalities in 2024, totaling 488 deaths, while vulnerable road users accounted for 79% of these deaths; this positive trend requires continued focus on safety measures for pedestrians, motorcyclists, and cyclists.
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44% Bias Score
Helsinki Surpasses Year Without Traffic Fatalities: A Multifaceted Approach to Road Safety
Helsinki, Finland, a city of 660,000, surpassed a year without traffic fatalities in July 2024, primarily attributed to a 30 km/h speed limit on half its streets, improved infrastructure, and increased traffic camera surveillance, aligning with the European 'Vision Zero' initiative.
Helsinki Surpasses Year Without Traffic Fatalities: A Multifaceted Approach to Road Safety
Helsinki, Finland, a city of 660,000, surpassed a year without traffic fatalities in July 2024, primarily attributed to a 30 km/h speed limit on half its streets, improved infrastructure, and increased traffic camera surveillance, aligning with the European 'Vision Zero' initiative.
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32% Bias Score
Cardiff Approves Controversial Co-living Apartments Despite Size Concerns
Cardiff Council approved plans for 182 co-living apartments, ranging from 216.3 sq ft to 321.8 sq ft, despite concerns from Cardiff Civic Society about the small size and lack of specific planning guidance on this housing type. The development includes significant communal areas, but the society arg...
Cardiff Approves Controversial Co-living Apartments Despite Size Concerns
Cardiff Council approved plans for 182 co-living apartments, ranging from 216.3 sq ft to 321.8 sq ft, despite concerns from Cardiff Civic Society about the small size and lack of specific planning guidance on this housing type. The development includes significant communal areas, but the society arg...
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52% Bias Score
Melbourne Rail Loop: Insufficient Active Transport Planning Risks Project Failure
Melbourne's $34.5 billion Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) aims to reduce car use but faces criticism for insufficient walking and cycling infrastructure, potentially hindering its ability to meet ambitious modal shift targets by 2041; councils and advocates highlight missed opportunities to create wider cy...
Melbourne Rail Loop: Insufficient Active Transport Planning Risks Project Failure
Melbourne's $34.5 billion Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) aims to reduce car use but faces criticism for insufficient walking and cycling infrastructure, potentially hindering its ability to meet ambitious modal shift targets by 2041; councils and advocates highlight missed opportunities to create wider cy...
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40% Bias Score
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