For 20 years, Jersey City neighbors grew tomatoes and peppers on a private lot; after building permits were issued, council voted 7-0 to advance a $1.2 million purchase to save the garden

For 20 years, Jersey City neighbors grew tomatoes and peppers on a private lot; after building permits were issued, council voted 7-0 to advance a $1.2 million purchase to save the garden

For two decades, a small lot on Glenwood Avenue in Jersey City served as more than an empty parcel between buildings. Neighbours turned it into a community garden, growing tomatoes, peppers and other produce while creating a shared place to meet, work and learn. That informal arrangement changed when the property owner obtained permits for … Read more

Houthis’ Yemen advance leaves Gulf states with uncomfortable choice

Houthis' Yemen advance leaves Gulf states with uncomfortable choice

By Samia Nakhoul Houthis’ Yemen advance leaves Gulf states with uncomfortable choice ANKARA, Sept 13 – The Houthi capture of Yemen’s Red Sea coastline is reshaping the balance of power in the Gulf, strengthening Iran’s hand and confronting Saudi Arabia and its neighbours with a difficult choice: absorb mounting costs or seek accommodation with Tehran. … Read more