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California Voters Could Approve Billions in Housing Assistance—What Proposition 1 Would Fund

California’s housing shortage comes with an expensive catch: Building an affordable home costs money long before anyone gets a set of keys. Proposition 1, on the November 3, 2026, ballot, would authorize $11.25 billion in state bonds to help address that problem. The proposal covers everything from affordable apartments and…

The Free Financial Advisor · 1h ago

Portugal: Lisbon housing crisis sparks protest outside parliament

Demonstrators gathered outside Portugal's parliament to protest against the housing crisis and police violence during recent camp clearances. The president has called for dialogue while defending police actions.

Euronews · 16h ago

Thousands of Portuguese gather outside Parliament as housing protests swell

Thousands of people are protesting against Portugal's deepening housing crisis, gathering outside Parliament in Lisbon

The Independent UK · 18h ago

London's housing crisis is existential - but we fixed it before, we can do it again

In London renters make up an electorally significant voting bloc — politicians will not win here without their support, writes Peter Apps

Evening Standard · Oct 25

Europe's wave of anger: How far will youth-led protests go?

Youth-driven protests have been popping up all over Europe: in Belgium, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Albania, Serbia and Greece. The spark here in France was deteriorating conditions in high schools and universities, particularly for students from underprivileged backgrounds. Meanwhile, wages aren't keeping up with inflation. The housing crisis is front and…

France 24 · Oct 22

From France to Italy, Belgium and Spain: Housing crisis, rising costs, education fuel wave of protests across Europe

Protests against living costs and housing affordability have escalated across Europe, particularly affecting youth and workers. Countries such as Italy and Belgium have seen violent demonstrations, with numerous arrests reported. Spain is facing a housing crisis, prompting protests ahead of an upcoming election, while Portugal's demonstrations have echoed similar grievances.…

The Economic Times · Oct 21

‘A house cannot be a privilege’: Thousands rally in Lisbon over housing crisis

Thousands protested in Lisbon’s Rossio square over housing costs after police removed a camp, and voted to return the next day to camp out again.

Euronews · Oct 21

Americans Earning Six Figures Are Still Struggling to Buy Homes—Mortgage Rates Are Fueling Frustration

Earning $100,000 a year used to sound like a comfortable income, especially for someone hoping to purchase their first home. But in today’s housing market,...

Saving Advice · Oct 20

Tents fill Lisbon square as protesters highlight Portugal’s housing crisis

Protesters camped overnight in central Lisbon over the weekend to denounce Portugal’s housing crisis, as soaring rents leave many struggling to afford accommodation.

Euronews · Oct 19

After two years living in a tent, Gaza potter built a clay dome home for his parents using earth and rubble

In the face of displacement from war, Jaafar Atallah crafted an innovative dome-shaped home from local clay for his family. Along with his community, he explored the potential of mud bricks, resulting in sturdier shelters compared to standard tents. This method emerges amidst Gaza's pressing housing crisis, driven by material…

The Times of India · Oct 19