Cities 'prosper with more powers'
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Up to a million jobs could be created in England if more power was devolved to cities, research suggests.
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By Carlos Moncada, Tampa Tribune, Fla.  Jan. 30--ST. PETERSBURG -- When you think downtown St. Petersburg, the local powers-that-be would like you to think of a vibrant waterfront destination with trendy shops and restaurants, upscale residences and a lively arts scene.
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After delivering more power to Scotland, Wales and London, the government is now rolling out the fourth phase of devolution - to the English regions.
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Â· City planners approve world's largest building Â· UK architect triumphs despite stiff resistance
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European governments should focus more of their efforts on boosting their countries' technological prowess by funding large - oenational champions - rather than small companies whose expansion possibilities are ...
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London has increased its lead over Paris as the best city in which to locate a business in Europe, a survey by an international property firm has shown.
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When Eric Feichthaler became mayor three years ago, this town was booming. The city issued 800 permits that month to build single-family homes.
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The annual June art auctions have made London a more important art capital than it has been for more than 20 years.
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LONDON, Oct 23 (IPS) - Addressing people's rights to the places they  inhabit is one of the new challenges of growing urbanisation,  both in developed and developing countries.
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Increasingly, local prosperity depends on staying at the forefront of new industries and ideas.
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Botswana's capital offers an example of one city's efforts to manage explosive growth.
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To appreciate this city, look up. Otherwise the very buildings that close in to create the Old World appeal may be too close to yield their secrets.
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Next version of Windows will create a cascade of benefits for local European economies, says Microsoft-sponsored study.
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Modern urban growth means rethinking the modern city if city life is to remain comfortably sustainable, leading British architect Norman Foster has warned here.
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While cities challenge expansion plans, the retail giant touts benefits.
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Renovations and enlargements of three major museums may pull Madrid into the top tier of arts cities.
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Big profits are lurking in big cities for companies willing to change a bit.