Tension gripped West Bengal’s Murshidabad, where protests against the Waqf Act turned violent as the mob resorted to vandalism and setting public property on fire.
Can Singapore’s property market withstand US tariffs, trade wars and global market mayhem?
In US President Donald Trump’s world-stage drama – the “Liberation Day” announcement on April 2 – the victim was no longer fictional but real and far …
UAE Property: ‘Will the global tariff row affect Dubai real estate prices?’
Question: Will the Dubai real estate market be affected by movements in global stock markets, particularly with US President Donald Trump’s tariffs creating uncertainty? Should investors be worried?
Rehabbing historic homes in Iran
For the past decade or so there’s been a growing trend in Iran. Historic homes and caravanserai are being turned into boutique hotels, restaurants and cafes. In most cases, investors pay for …
Greece: Worry as Turks buy property and ‘golden visas’
Turkish tourism and investment is booming in Greece where ever more Turks are buying property — and snapping up so-called “golden visas” for the EU. Government opponents have seized on public concerns …
How Israeli media are normalising colonial land grabs in Syria
Since Israel occupied the Syrian Golan Heights in 1967, it has viewed the area as a huge strategic stronghold. The Golan was deemed crucial for Israel’s security, resource development and water …
Rental Income Tax in Syria compared to Middle East
These figures are for reference only; always consult a reputable lawyer for accurate advice. In many countries, it is more tax-efficient to buy and rent through a company. For more information on …
Myanmar earthquake death toll tops 2,000 as devastation comes slowly into focus
Four days after a massive earthquake toppled buildings across Myanmar, isolated stories were still emerging Monday of people being pulled alive from the rubble. The confirmed death toll has …
You’ll Want to Stay at These Hotels in Japan Before They Get Too Hard to Book
Escape the crowds and discover a quieter Japan at these 12 hotels, from mountaintop ryokan to island hideaways.
Investors dump Hong Kong properties at 20% loss as tariff war dents recovery hopes
Patrick Kwok Ho-chuen’s QF Capital is selling a residential site on Hong Kong Island at 24 per cent below its acquisition cost Hong Kong property investors have continued to put up assets for sale at …