HOUSING CRISIS

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Dec 17 2025OPINION

New Jersey's Housing Hurdle: A Race Against Time

New Jersey is facing a tough situation with housing. Many people are struggling to find a place to live that they can afford. This isn't just a problem for one group; it's affecting seniors, parents, and young adults all over the state. There's some good news. New Jersey has a strong law to help wi

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Dec 11 2025OPINION

San Diego's Hidden Housing Crisis: The Airbnb Effect

San Diego is in a housing crunch. It's not just a small problem. It's a big one. And a big part of it is Airbnbs. Right now, there are 10, 600 homes in San Diego being used as short-term rentals. That's a lot. It's like having a whole other city within San Diego where families can't live. These hom

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Dec 06 2025CRIME

Hong Kong's Housing Crisis Deepens After Devastating Fire

In Hong Kong, a recent fire has left a huge mess. It's been more than a week since the fire destroyed a big housing complex. At least 159 people died. Now, the city has a big problem: finding new homes for the thousands of people who survived. They lost almost everything in the fire. The government

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Nov 30 2025OPINION

Maine's Fight for Affordable Housing: A Critical Look

Maine is struggling with a housing crisis that's affecting everyone. From young adults to families, people are finding it hard to afford homes. But it's even worse for those with low incomes or facing challenges like disabilities or addiction. For them, finding affordable housing can mean the differ

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Nov 29 2025POLITICS

Young Folks Feeling the Squeeze: A Call for Change

The economic landscape has shifted, leaving many young people struggling to keep up. Rising housing costs and tough job markets are making it hard for them to achieve the same lifestyle as previous generations. This affordability crisis is a growing concern, with experts on both sides of the politic

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Cincinnati's Path to Progress: Challenges and Solutions

Cincinnati is facing a mix of opportunities and hurdles. The city has seen a population boost, adding over 5, 000 new residents recently. This growth brings in more revenue, around $5 million, which can be used for essential services. However, this growth also brings challenges, especially in housin

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Dutch Politician Rob Jetten: A New Face for the Netherlands

Rob Jetten, a 38-year-old politician from the Netherlands, is making waves. He's the leader of a centrist party called D66. After a strong showing in the recent elections, he might become the youngest and first openly gay prime minister in Dutch history. But how did he get here? Jetten isn't new to

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Aug 01 2025POLITICS

San Jose's Housing Plan: Is It Really Working?

San Jose is taking a close look at its housing plans. The city is reviewing its General Plan, which happens every four years. But there's a problem. The current plan might not be helping to build more homes. In fact, it could be making things worse. Before 2007, San Jose built about the same number

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Jul 06 2025POLITICS

New York's Housing and Crime: What a Mamdani Mayorship Could Mean

New York City has seen some progress in housing and crime recently. But what if Zohran Mamdani becomes mayor? Some people think he could undo this progress. Mamdani has ideas that worry many. He wants free public transport, which could hurt the MTA's money situation. He also talks about city-run gr

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May 20 2025POLITICS

Spain's Housing Crisis Forces Airbnb to Remove Thousands of Listings

Spain's housing market is in a tough spot. The government recently told Airbnb to take down almost 66, 000 rental listings. This move is part of a bigger effort to fix the housing crisis. The crisis is so bad that it's one of the worst in Europe. The problem started when too many properties wer

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