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3 Out Of 10 'Best Cities in the World' Are Swiss

The 2009 Mercer Quality of Living Survey is dominated by Swiss, German and Austrian cities, while Vancouver hangs on to fourth place, the only city in the Americas to crack the top 10.

April 28, 2009 - Citymayors.com

No Love for Mayors

Sarah Palin's nomination is an anomaly in American politics- no mayor of a major American city has ever become president. Tony Favro argues that this is a reflection of America's anti-city attitude.

September 25, 2008 - Citymayors.com

What Cities Have the Best Brands?

A new study ranks European cities on their brand, taking into a account sense of place, civic pride, and business climate. Paris ranks first (no surprise), but the research also reveals a handful of 'undervalued' cities.

September 2, 2008 - Citymayors.com

Personal Rapid Transit: An Idea Whose Time Has Come?

Malcolm Buchanan writes that advances in control technology and the upcoming launch of the Heathrow Airport PRT mean that Personal Rapid Transit is ready for the spotlight.

July 25, 2008 - Citymayors.com

Zurich, Geneva and Vienna: Best Quality of Life?

Central European cities lead the world in this assessment of 'quality of living.' The survey is oriented towards companies who could locate workers in those countries and need to calculate 'hardship allowances.'

June 13, 2008 - Citymayors.com

It's Just Like Riding A Bike...Mostly, Kinda

What can leaders of a particularly hilly city do to encourage cycling? Well, they can try making it easier to ride a bike.

June 4, 2008 - Citymayors.com

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