gentrification
In Jaffa, gentrification stokes discord as Arabs pushed out
Middle East
April 28, 2021
In Jaffa, gentrification stokes discord as Arabs pushed out
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — A turreted former Catholic girl’s school in Jaffa is being transformed into an exclusive Soho…
Large Oregon gentrification protest stretches into 3rd day
World
December 11, 2020
Large Oregon gentrification protest stretches into 3rd day
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A gentrification protest in Oregon’s largest city that has blockaded several city blocks in Portland entered…
East London gentrified, but in a good way
Life & Style
December 21, 2011
East London gentrified, but in a good way
Having lived in London for several years and frequented much of the central London district, I have been amazed to…
‘Becoming Istanbul’ art exhibit: On the making of Beyoglu
Art news
September 22, 2011
‘Becoming Istanbul’ art exhibit: On the making of Beyoglu
ISTANBUL - Istanbul's SALT Art Institute has, according to a recent interview with Research and Programs Director Vasif Kortun, one…
Luxor governor defends demolitions
Egypt
March 26, 2010
Luxor governor defends demolitions
The Governor of Luxor Samir Farag said the city's development is a work in progress, and that the government "will…
Luxor residents evicted to make way for tourists
Egypt
November 30, 2009
Luxor residents evicted to make way for tourists
A billboard behind Luxor Temple sums up the government's plans for the city. In one picture, locals are picnicking in…
Luxor residents evicted for tourism
Egypt
November 22, 2009
Luxor residents evicted for tourism
The Egypt government is currently demolishing homes in a plan to turn Luxor into an archaeological tourist haven. Residents living…