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Can Jerusalem's Light Rail Pull the City’s Past Into the Future?

Since 2011, the controversial Jerusalem Light Rail system has been a driving force behind the renewal and reintegration of some areas of the old city. In addition, the Jerusalem Business District is being planned as the city's new economic hub.

December 5, 2015 - Cities of the Future

Can Architecture Play a Role in Creating Middle East Peace?

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is bound up in intersecting issues of place, history and geography, among other things. Two Israeli architects believe architecture and urban design can help lead to an agreeable solution.

August 27, 2013 - Smithsonian

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.

April 26, 2010 - 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.

December 21, 2009 - 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.

December 10, 2009 - 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.

March 31, 2009 - The Jerusalem Post

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