A planning loophole has become a growing trend among the super-affluent to build ultra modern homes in protected areas of the British countryside, often appearing on Grand Designs.

In high-density areas, both household and transportation energy use are significantly lower than in suburban or rural areas. Apartment-style housing is typically smaller than single-family homes ...

According to a report by the federal government released in 2023, rural Canadians are more vulnerable to the effects of climate change. But that also puts rural communities in a unique position to ...

House prices in predominantly rural areas have risen by 23% over the last five years, compared to 18% in predominantly urban areas, according to data from Nationwide.

Among rural counties, 65% lack a psychiatrist. Nearly 30% of rural Americans don’t have internet access in their homes, which complicates the option for telehealth.