Jerusalem

Real Estate Scandal and Planning Reform in Jerusalem

Described as being the biggest corruption scandal in Israel's history, the Holyland Park scandal highlights the need for tighter regulation of land use planning in Israel. But with the Prime Minister's support for deregulation, reform looks unlikely.
26 April 2010 - 5:00am
Treehugger

The Value Of Public Spaces - Spontaneous Celebration!

In this video, a seemingly spontaneous celebration of Hanukkah erupts in a normally sedate Jerusalem public space as masses of people demonstrate their dancing skills to the initial bewilderment, then delight of onlookers.
21 December 2009 - 7:00am
YouTube

Grand Entrance Planned for Jerusalem

Mayor Nir Barkat is behind a plan to revitalize the entry to the capital with skyscrapers and a modern look.
10 December 2009 - 11:00am
ynetnews.com

Jerusalem Mayor Wants BRT Finish for Light Rail System

The mayor of Jerusalem is seeking to cancel plans for expanding the city's light rail system in favor of buses, which he is calling a less expensive and more flexible alternative.
31 March 2009 - 10:00am
The Jerusalem Post
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