Cities and Urban Life in Europe and How it is Portrayed in News Media

Cities and Urban Life
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In recent years, the landscape of Europe has experienced notable transformations. The emergence of populist movements and the ongoing negotiations surrounding Brexit has sparked widespread discussions in the media about cities an urban life. In this case, it is imperative to examine how the media approaches the discussion of Europe's urban life has undergone significant changes, particularly. Therefore this essay will explore cities and urban life in Europe and how it is portrayed in news media by summarizing three articles from reputable sources and identifying overlaps and contradictions in their positions.
Europe is a union of towns and cities whereby approximately 75% of the population has chosen cities and other urban centers as their place to live. As a result, Europeans have adopted urban lifestyles and use other city amenities like health and educational services. It is important to note that while cities have become the motors of the European Economy, people depend on resources from other regions to meet demands like food and water and to accommodate waste and other emissions (Miller, 2018). They argue that Europeans have become more rooted in their location, reducing geographical mobility. The article attributes this to the slow economic growth of smaller towns due to a decline in manufacturing and agriculture, leading to low wages, fewer opportunities for job advancement, and a lack of educational opportunities.
There is a trend of women dominating traditional male-dominated fields, such as healthcare, education, and retail. The article argues that this can help close the gender pay gap and highlights potential negative consequences, such as job market saturation and a lack of diversity in career options. The trend is attributed to changes in education, shifting social norms, and increasing opportunities for women. It is important to note that Adamy &Overberg (2017) have also discussed how small colleges in rural areas of Europe are promoting entrepreneurship and innovation to revive their local economies. The article argues that these colleges are uniquely positioned to offer educational opportunities that cater to local needs and promote economic growth. These authors highlight that these colleges are partnering with local businesses and investors to create new ventures and help revitalize the economy. With the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, most cities in Europe were affected, for example. London is a famous city in Europe. The pandemic allowed this city to refresh its offers by linking local recovery responses with compelling entry points acro...