Amid warming ties between Riyadh and Beijing, the gulf nation is continuing a push to diversify its economy and attract more international tourists.
Saudi Arabia, Qatar feature on the list of world’s best new luxury hotels
Saudi Arabia and Qatar feature prominently on a new list of the … The recently opened Bulgari Hotel Roma, in the Italian capital, takes the top spot, with the brand’s Tokyo property, which opened in …
Pak demands UN probe into TTP terror group acquiring lethal weapons left behind by ‘foreign forces’ in Afghanistan
A high court in Pakistan Thursday ordered the election commission to decide on the organisational elections and allocation of …
Former soldier Daniel Khalife to face trial next autumn on Iran spying charge
Former soldier Daniel Khalife to face trial next autumn on Iran spying charge – Mr Justice Jeremy Baker set a new eight-week trial at Woolwich Crown Court from October 7 next year.
Tehran warned of ‘danger’ in allowing Iran-backed Houthi rebels to target ships
Iran has been warned about the danger of allowing Tehran-backed rebels to target shipping in the Red Sea.Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron used a visit to Egypt to say it will be made “absolutely clear” …
Asian Insider: Taiwan’s young voters fret over wages, houses | Philippines’ Gen Zs get vocal on work norms
Asian Insider brings you insights into a fast-changing region from our network of correspondents and commentators. Read more at straitstimes.com.
India on cusp of investment bull run that will stretch beyond 2024: Natixis’s Trinh Nguyen
India’s inclusion in the JPM index will lead to higher bond flows, leaving space for more private capex, the senior economist added in her stance on India in 2024 …
Taiwan retains No.1 in Asia on freedom index
Taiwan ranked 12th among 165 jurisdictions around the world and first in Asia in this year’s Human Freedom Index with a score of 8.56, retaining its position from the previous year.
Dubai real estate: When is the ‘right time’ to sell your property?
Image: Shutterstock As Dubai’s real estate landscape undergoes a transition with moderating price growth expected next year, now may present an optimal window for property owners considering a sale, …
Inside DeAndre Jordan’s $11.7 million former mansion, with photos
The Denver Nuggets’ DeAndre Jordan recently sold his mansion in Los Angeles. Here’s your chance to see how an NBA star lives.