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fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago

So long, New York: Why Bethenny Frankel says Miami is the 'new LA'

The former "Real Housewives of New York City" star Bethenny Frankel built her public persona in the Big Apple, but after moving to Florida in 2025, she says the Sunshine State is the new cultural hub for America's rich and famous. "Miami is the new LA," Frankel, 55, told Business Insider. "In the way that LA was the cool place to be, and aspirational people wanted to be there."
Real estate
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Why crow populations are higher than ever in San Francisco

American crow numbers in San Francisco have surged to an all-time high, reaching 3,260 in the recent Christmas Bird Count, reflecting strong urban adaptation.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Santa Clara County residents consider leaving the area - San Jose Spotlight

A significant number of Santa Clara County residents say they're considering leaving the Bay Area, a reflection of the persistent frustration over housing costs and affordability even as population data suggests the region is not experiencing a mass exodus. Joint Venture Silicon Valley's annual survey found 40% of respondents in Santa Clara County said they are likely to leave in the next few years, a decline from recent years when up to 57% of respondents were looking to move.
Silicon Valley
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

How I'd split California, economically speaking

A proposed split into 17 coastal counties (West California) and 41 inland counties (East California) reveals stark population and demographic divides.
California
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

How I'd split California, economically speaking

California divides into a populous coastal West and a less-populous inland East with divergent demographic and population trends since the pandemic.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

U-Haul ranks Massachusetts near the bottom for growth - again

"The latest U-Haul Growth Index shows Massachusetts ranked near the bottom of the nation in inbound moves - a clear sign we are losing competitive ground compared with states like Texas, Florida and others attracting more residents," said Christopher R. Anderson, MOA co-organizer and president of the Massachusetts High Technology Council, in a statement.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Top 10 most-sighted butterflies in 2025's Big Butterfly Count in pictures

Large whites were the most common butterflies spotted in the UK this year with a record number of sightings, more than doubling from last year's Big Butterfly Count. Recognisable by their creamy white wings with black L-shaped markings, they are also commonly referred to as cabbage butterflies or cabbage whites due to their staple diet. Their numbers are up 47% over the past 15 years Photograph: Keith Warmington/Butterfly Conservation
Environment
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fromCardinal News
6 months ago

The political consequences of Virginia's new population projections: Slower economic growth, more power for urban crescent

Virginia's population growth is projected to slow significantly, impacting future economic growth and demographic stability.
fromThe Local France
7 months ago

Why Frenchwomen want fewer babies

In 2024, the average 'ideal number of children' per family in France is 2.3, decreasing from 2.7 in 1998, indicating a shift in family size preferences.
France news
fromwww.nytimes.com
10 months ago

Andrew A. Beveridge, Who Found the Unexpected in Census Data, Dies at 79

Dr. Andrew A. Beveridge used census data to influence urban planning and racial desegregation, leaving a significant impact on demographic research and public policy.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
10 months ago

The fastest growing suburbs in America - and the winner is a few hours drive from NYC

Woodbridge, Virginia, ranked No. 1 due to a population increase from 4,000 to 43,000 over five years, reflecting a trend of urban residents seeking suburban living.
Silicon Valley real estate
NYC parents
fromMail Online
10 months ago

New study confirms Elon Musk's worst fear about life in the US

A growing number of Americans, especially young adults, are choosing to remain childless, signalling potential societal implications.
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