www.theguardian.com1 month agoLondonArtist evicted by London landlord cuts rent by commuting from ArgentinaLondon artist commutes from Argentina due to cheaper rent, reflecting housing crisis impact and rising UK rent costs. [ more ]
Eater Chicago1 month agoChicagoUncle Julio's Closes on North Avenue After 32 YearsUncle Julio's in Lincoln Park closed due to rising rent costs after 32 years. The closure reflects the impact of gentrification on businesses in rapidly developing areas. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca5 months agoCanada newsCanada's inflation rate slows to 3.1% | CBC NewsCanada's consumer price index rose by 3.1% in October, down from 3.8% the previous month. Gasoline prices dropped by 6.4% in October, contributing to the deceleration in the cost of living. Rent costs increased by 8.4% in the past year, the fastest pace in years. [ more ]