The biggest risks facing cities -- and some solutions

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November 12, 2017 NEW ON TED.COM The biggest risks facing cities -- and some solutions 17:10 minutes · TEDGlobal>NYC With fantastic new maps that show interactive, visual representations of urban fragility, Robert Muggah articulates an ancient but resurging idea: cities shouldn't just be the center of economics -- they should also be the foundation of our political lives. Looking around the world, from Syria to Singapore to Seoul and beyond, Muggah submits six principles for how we can build more resilient cities. "Cities are where the future happens first. They're open, creative, dynamic, democratic, cosmopolitan, sexy," Muggah says. "They're the perfect antidote to reactionary nationalism." Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Our future in cities Humanity's future is the future of cities. Explore the crowded favelas, greened-up blocks and futuristic districts that could shape the future of cities -- and take a profane, hilarious side trip to the suburbs. Watch » 17 talks · Total run time 4:20:01 FROM OUR PARTNERS   Download the TED app

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