Public Services & Infrastructure

The issue of public safety in Brazil is becoming increasingly urgent as crime rates continue to instill fear among the population, overshadowing even health concerns. Despite occasional fluctuations in crime statistics, a pervasive sense of insecurity permeates society, leaving many questioning

The Institute of Education Sciences (IES), the nonpartisan research arm of the Department of Education (DOE), is facing a precarious future. The Department of Government Efficiency plans to cancel most of the institute’s contracts and training grants, putting the IES’s mission at risk. Despite its b

West Oak Cliff, a historically significant and diverse neighborhood in Dallas, is at a critical juncture. The community is grappling with the potential impacts of the West Oak Cliff Area Plan (WOCAP), a city-driven proposal aimed at transforming the Hampton-Clarendon corridor into a walkable,

Amidst the vibrant streets of Baltimore, a silent crisis is unfolding as thousands of students struggle with a public transit system that regularly fails them. The investigation by The Baltimore Banner highlights a troubling reality: around 25,000 students depend on an unreliable public

The rapid urbanization of African cities presents both immense opportunities and significant challenges, making it crucial to implement robust financial, fiscal, and budgetary planning for sustainable development. As cities across Africa grapple with an influx of urban populations, experts have

The recent stir incited by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) regarding its potential impact on the U.S. Department of Labor (D.O.L.) has caused significant uproar among labor advocates. Union members and their allies recently organized a rally in Washington, D.C.,