By Alex Stambaugh and Heather Chen, CNN A British ambassador, an Australian economist and a Japanese journalist are reportedly set to be released by Myanmar’s ruling military junta under an amnesty — …
Thailand: Will the Land of Smiles smile again?
There are some signs political factions are more prepared to set aside their differences …
Construction Ministry wants property transactions carried out via trading floors
After failing to make it a rule that all real estate transactions have to be carried out via trading floors, the Ministry of Construction (MOC) has again attempted to apply the principle. Article 60 …
Climate change cost Sundarbans Rs 2 lakh crore in 40 years, claims study
KOLKATA: The ecologically crucial but fragile Sundarbans, spread across Bengal and Bangladesh, has suffered losses of more than Rs 2 lakh crore ($25 billion in current exchange rates) in life, …
Quader urges media to maintain objectivity
Awami League General Secretary and Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader has called upon the media to play an objective role in all spheres and sought media support in taking ahead the …
IT Raids KPCC Working President Residence In Chikkamagaluru; Property Documents Seized
The IT sleuths seized several documents pertaining to property and other assets. The local police were also called to the location.
Apparel firm to invest $87M in Georgia facility, hiring 294
ELLABELL, Ga. An apparel company is opening a factory and distribution center in coastal Georgia, investing $87 million with plans to hire 294 workers. Komar Brands, based in Jers …
Trump Inks Licensing Deal For $1.6 Billion Saudi Real Estate Development
The Trump Organization signed an agreement to license its brand to a housing and golf complex set to be built in Oman by a Saudi Arabian developer, according to the New York Times.
Lebanon buys chunk of Albany for $65k
If that sounds confusing, that’s because the city of Albany owned a piece of property in Lebanon. The Lebanon City Council directed city staff on Nov. 9 to sign a $65,000 purchase agreement with …
Understanding the logic behind the Syrian regime’s violence
The Syrian state’s persecution of the population has been well documented throughout the country’s more than 11-year conflict. Less well understood is the logic behind the violence — who the regime …