A British man made it more than halfway up the exterior of the world’s fifth tallest building Monday before he was stopped and handed to police, according to South Korean authorities.
Thailand properties turn to Airbnb to drive international bookings
According to Airbnb data for 2022, Thailand was the top most visited country on the platform in South-east Asia for that year, while Bangkok ranks fifth on Airbnb’s list of top trending global travel …
Philippines’ Mayon Volcano spews lava in gentle eruption, thousands warned to be ready to flee
The Philippines’ most active volcano is gently spewing lava down its slopes, prompting officials to warn tens of thousands of villagers to be prepared to flee from their homes if the gentle eruption t …
Urban India going for bigger flats. Except in Mumbai, where they’re getting ‘smaller & smaller’
According to ANAROCK Property Consultants, Delhi-NCR saw biggest jump in average flat size, from 1,250 sq ft in 2018 to 1,700 sq ft in 1st quarter of 2023; it dropped in Mumbai from 932 to 743.
Royal Orchid & Regenta Hotels expands internationally with Regenta Arie Lagoon in Sri Lanka
The new property is situated in Thalahena. Benefiting from its strategic location, a convenient 30-minute drive from the airport and the bustling commercial capital of Colombo, Regenta Arie Lagoon …
Saudi Arabia: KAEC signs significant agreement for 29,000 sqm luxury resort
KAEC is a multi-faceted lifestyle residential communities, tourist, entertainment, and leisure destination catering to visitors and residents of all ages. . Saudi Arabia: KAEC signs significant …
Andalusia sets up new company for utilities, property services
Andalusia Real Estate Investment & Development, a leading Dubai-based real estate developer, has announced the launch of its new company, Plan B which will handle the utilities and maintenance …
Saudi Arabia fastest in the world for e-disposal of property
The Najiz portal under the Ministry of Justice has been instrumental in accelerating online judicial services, including the process of transfer of ownership and disposal of properties, encompassing …
Meet the typical South Korean millennial: educated, overqualified for the job market, and part of the ‘kangaroo tribe’ that can’t afford to leave their parents’ homes
in part because they can’t buy property. In 2022, total personal-luxury-goods spending by South Koreans increased by 24%, a recent study by Morgan Stanley found, as reported in The Korea Times.
Bank of Korea governor emphasises sophisticated response to growth, financial risk
The governor of South Korea’s central bank said on Monday a more sophisticated monetary policy was necessary this year, citing risk to growth and financial stability major policy factors.