Is Boston a world-class city? Toward this question, a thousand people may have a thousand different answers. While there is no certain way to test whether a city is world-class, global organizations like United Nations Human Settlements Programme suggest dozens of indicators for consideration. The report here picks four: urban planning, attractiveness to talents, startup business environment, and cost of living, to explore the current status Boston has in these areas. (Photo credit: Chen Liu)
Urban planning: Redevelop Boston into a high-rise haven?
While many cities are pursuing to look more modern, Boston has found its own way to redevelop its urban landscape.