Despite a preponderance of data on the high-level of financial and environmental risks, the World Bank has opted to become a major financial backer of the Rogun hydropower dam project in Tajikistan, …
Houthi missile strikes Israel after countermeasures fail
A missile launched by Yemen-based Houthis struck Tel Aviv-Jaffa and caused minor injuries to 16 after Israeli countermeasures failed to intercept the missile early Saturday morning.
Singaporeans locked in legal dispute with developer over ownership of Malaysia property
Analysts say Singaporeans are among the top buyers of property in Johor Bahru, which has seen prices jump in the first half of this year. But recently, some Singaporeans have discovered that they are …
Korea becomes No. 2 office market in Asia-Pacific
South Korea has become the second-largest market for office investments in the Asia-Pacific region after Japan, according to a recent report by market tracker Savills. In the first three quarters of …
In Macau visit, Xi emphasises economic diversification
During a visit to Macau, China president Xi Jinping applauded the city’s ongoing shift from a gaming-centric economy.
How has Hengqin helped Macau diversify its casino-dominated economy?
“This linkage is expected to comprehensively elevate the development scale and level of the Hengqin-Macau region, ultimately shaping a pivotal role and radiating influence within the Greater Bay Area, …
Shimao Cuts Asking Price for Hong Kong’s Second-Largest Hotel
Defaulted Chinese developer Shimao Group Holdings Ltd. has slashed the asking price for a Sheraton-branded hotel property near Hong Kong’s airport by a quarter, according to a person familiar with the …
Shimao slashes Hong Kong Sheraton hotel price by 25% to speed up restructuring
Mainland Chinese developer is asking HK$4.5 billion (US$579 million) for the asset, down from HK$6 billion in March 2023, according to a source.
Ministry of Justice launches advanced version of realty app
Doha: The Ministry of Justice launched yesterday the new and improved version of the SAK application. The Ministry said in a statement that the …
Police: Lebanon County man brought knife on elementary school property
A Lebanon County man allegedly brought a knife onto elementary school property. Isaiah Williamson, 19, of Cleona, is charged with possession of a weapon on school property and defiant trespass. Cleona …