As part of major religious and cultural initiatives in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital, Masjid Misr within the Islamic Cultural Center stands out as one of the world’s largest […]
Nebraska Releases Second Round of HOME-ARP Funding to Address Affordable Housing Shortage
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) has opened the second round of funding under the HOME Investment Partnerships American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) program, aimed at expanding affordable […]
New Zealand Home Values Extend Decline Amid Economic Weakness
House prices in New Zealand declined for the fifth consecutive month in August, reaching their lowest level in two years, as the housing market continues to face pressure […]
New Zealand Home Values Hit Two-Year Low Amid Economic Softness
House prices in New Zealand declined for the fifth consecutive month in August, reaching their lowest level in two years, as weak economic conditions and increasing joblessness discourage […]
Rochester Economic Development Director Named Chair of New Hampshire Housing Board
Michael Scala, the Director of Economic Development for the City of Rochester and a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), has been appointed by Governor Kelly Ayotte as the new […]
Al-Abiyan Glass Acquires Full Ownership of AGC Joint Venture for 23 Million Riyals
Al-Abiyan Glass Company has acquired full ownership of its joint venture, AGC, by purchasing the remaining 81% stake for 23 million riyals. Previously holding a 19% share, the […]
The most affordable housing markets – and other urban transformation stories to read this month
This month’s urban news highlights pressing challenges and innovative responses in cities worldwide, from housing affordability to climate-driven mobility shifts. n n1. Global housing affordability hits historic low, […]
Governor Durazo Advances Sonora’s Transformation into Northwest Mexico’s Economic and Logistics Hub
In pursuit of positioning Sonora as a strategic center for economic and logistical development in northern Mexico, Governor Alfonso Durazo Montaño is advancing major infrastructure upgrades, including modernization […]
U.S. Housing Market Struggles Amid High Costs and Sluggish Demand
The U.S. housing market faced continued challenges in late August 2025, with homebuyers, sellers, and builders all encountering difficulties. According to Realtor.com® Senior Economist Joel Berner, prospective purchasers […]
Monterrey Projects 900,000 New Homes Over Two Decades, Highlighting Affordable Housing Gap
Eugene Towle, managing partner at Softec, revealed that projections for the Monterrey metropolitan area anticipate the construction of 900,000 homes over the next two decades. However, only 1.36% […]