Under HB 500, anyone convicted of the arson of a law enforcement vehicle faces a maximum fine of $100,000 and between five and 20 years in prison.
UAE Property: ‘I want to renew my lease despite agreeing to vacate’
Question: I have been renting an apartment in Dubai for three years. My contract ends in August. Last year, while making the current tenancy contract, my landlord added a clause under “additional …
Soaring demand helps Dubai top list for luxury property transactions
Soaring demand for luxury homes has propelled Dubai above the more established centres for prime property for the first time, as the Gulf business hub’s post-pandemic rebound continues to attract the …
A Dubai Mansion With 700,000 Sheets of Gold Leaf
A gilded mansion in Dubai is now the city’s priciest listing. Decorated with 700,000 sheets of gold leaf and 160 columns, the mansion is listed for AED 750 million (US$204.2 million).
The fight to free Yazidi women slaves held by IS
Kinyat says that 6,417 Yazidis were taken captive, but 3,568 either escaped or were rescued. Bahzad himself rescued 55 people but according to the UN-backed International Organization for Migration …
Elderly Thai farmer pleads for justice after losing land over friend’s unpaid car loan
Explore how a Thai farmer’s act of kindness spiralled into losing her livelihood. Uncover the dispute involving a car loan.
Iran Rejects UN’s Politically-Motivated, Unacceptable Move
Iran rejected a report by a mission mandated by the United Nations over the 2022 riots in the country, saying the establishment of such a mission by the UN Human Rights Council has been “a politically …
Office space demand in Philippines defies global downturn
A seasoned consultant provides well-researched, data-backed business articles on 2023 office space acquisition trends.
I’m a 45-year-old NRI and have sold property in India. How to cut income tax and transfer money to Canada?
To continue, the NRI seller must submit Form 15CA and 15CB to repatriate the sale proceeds of a property. Form 15CB must be signed and submitted by a Chartered Accountant. Further, as per provisions …
Modi’s push for a single personal law in India sparks renewed debate and disquiet
Questions have arisen over the practicality of the Uniform Civil Code and whether it will dilute local customs and traditions. Read more at straitstimes.com.