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2025 Aga Khan Architecture Prize Jury Announced: A Leap Toward Innovative Urban Development

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Geneva, Switzerland – The prestigious Aga Khan Award for Architecture has recently announced the composition of its Master Jury for the 2025 edition, signaling a new chapter in recognizing and celebrating architectural excellence that addresses the needs and aspirations of societies across the world. The award, which carries a prize of $1 million, remains one of the most coveted accolades in the field of architecture. This distinguished panel, tasked with reviewing hundreds of project submissions, is composed of renowned experts from various disciplines and geographies, each bringing a unique perspective to the evaluation process. The … Read more

Man Convicted in 2023 Murder Case Outside Urban Ventures Facility

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Minneapolis — A local jury has convicted a man charged with the 2023 murder that occurred outside the Urban Ventures facility, a center known for its community enrichment programs. The verdict arrived after weeks of courtroom deliberations centered around a case that has gripped the city with its underlying issues of crime and community safety. The defendant, who has been withheld for legal protection, was found guilty of second-degree murder. According to legal experts, this charge implies intentional murder that wasn’t premeditated. The courtroom was packed as the verdict was read, reflecting the community’s intense … Read more

Sen. Chris Murphy Credits Bipartisan Safer Communities Act with 12% Reduction in Urban Homicides

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Hartford, Connecticut – President Joe Biden’s age has been a subject of speculation regarding his ability to govern, but his allies are refuting claims that it hinders his effectiveness. Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut highlighted the president’s involvement in passing the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which he asserts contributed to a 12% decrease in urban homicides in the United States. The legislation, signed by President Biden in June 2022, combined gun safety measures with mental health and school security resources, marking the first major gun control law in nearly 30 years. Experts and criminologists have … Read more