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The planet is urbanized

Eric Berg - September 10, 2022

City and country:The number of countries with more than 90 percent of the population in urban areas has doubled from 16 to 32 since 1975. Today, urbanization is no longer limited to cities.

Is there a future for poor people in the city?

Judy baker - September 10, 2022

Urbanization: Moving from the countryside to the city has lifted many people out of poverty, particularly in developing countries. The city provides better access to work, services and freedom from inhibiting social norms. At the same time, life for the city's poor can be difficult.

Who exactly is the transformation of Nikel being carried out for?

Elina Turbine - September 10, 2022

Russia: Historically speaking, Nikel is a "monotown" – a city created and run by a city-forming industrial company with one sole purpose: to exploit industrial labour.

Between housing and home

Gunika Rishi - September 10, 2022

Trondheim: Transmigrants find themselves in a vulnerable work situation. The housing options available to transmigrants include dormitories, private homes converted into collectives, tents, vans and most popularly: barracks.

Security and violence in Rocinha – a favela in Rio de Janeiro

Tore Øvstebø Næss - September 10, 2022

Brazil: Security in Rio Janeiro is about much more than police operations. It is about the people who live there, outsiders and how they live in a society where they are denied public services.

From sustainability to a regenerative future

Sarah Ichioka - September 10, 2022

Nature: Will any government, institution or business still refer to "sustainability" in a few years be considered lagging behind?

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