Jonas Opperskalski
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Open days
In need of an urban pick-me-up? Boosting quality of life in cities doesn’t always require large-scale intervention. These projects are improving the way their cities look, act and feel.
Inventory: a global round-up
Starting the new year on the right foot, we head for gentle exercise: climbing in Innsbruck, surfing in Margaret River, hiking in Vancouver and Swimming in Tel Aviv.
Desert storm
The Israeli Defense Forces base of Ir Habahadim is at the heart of the government’s vision to settle and develop the Negev desert – but it’s a plan that’s also controversial.
Double vision
As the US moves its embassy from Tel Aviv, and other nations consider following suit, we assess Jerusalem’s potential as a diplomatic city amid the enduring Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Give peace a chance
After Donald Trump’s views on Jerusalem left many feeling hopeless, powerful campaigners are breaking the Israeli-Palestinian divide with a new message of peace and a refusal to give up on the city.
Artistic merit
Jordan’s capital is using its creativity – and a whole lot of calligraphy – to rewrite its reputation for art and design.
City saviours
It takes just one passionate patron or business owner to start turning round a city’s fortunes. From encouraging back rare birds to battling poverty, meet our crack squad of urban fixers.
The conversation
We’re all guilty of texting instead of calling. But a growing movement is encouraging people to press the off button and brush up their skills in the art of debate and discussion.
Upward mobility
As some borders tighten, many cities are opening their doors to lure ambitious businesses. We profile the global hubs holding their doors open and meet the entrepreneurs who accepted the invite.
