KATHMANDU, Nepal – The police crackdown on loan shark victims in Maitighar Mandala has continued. Police have detained as many as 30 protestors. The victims marched from Kirtipur to Maitighar on the …
In Yemen, Queen’s death recalls memories of colonial past
ADEN, Yemen (AP) — In 1954, large crowds turned out for a historic visit by Queen Elizabeth II to Aden. At the time, this city on the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula was a colony of the …
Why Yemen deserves our support
With Yemen’s truce since April, Yemenis finally have a glimpse of hope for a peaceful future, after more than seven devastating years of war. In the midst of competing global crises and priorities, it …
U.S. looks to trade former Afghan aircraft for counterterrorism help in Central Asia
The U.S. is negotiating with Uzbekistan and Tajikistan to trade nearly 50 military aircraft flown across the border as the Afghan government collapsed last summer for help hunting …
China Households to Cut Property in $18 Trillion Shift
China’s households are expected to shift 127 trillion yuan ($18.1 trillion) into financial products over the next nine years, an opportunity ripe for financial institutions as the country’s property …
IPA Qatar, EY first real estate report reveals investment opportunities, promising growth
Doha: The Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (IPA Qatar), in collaboration with teams of EY, a global professional services company, launched Qatar …
READY: Rotana announces two new UAE hotels, Damac Hills 2 and Arabian Park
The new properties are set to open in October and November 2022 READY: Rotana announces two new UAE hotels, Damac Hills 2 and Arabian Park Edge by Rotana, Future Hospitality Summit, hospitality …
Banyan Tree AlUla Debuts in Saudi Arabia
Banyan Tree launches its first property in historical AlUla in Saudi Arabia, ush-ering in the Group’s debut in the Kingdom. AlUla is attracting the attention of the world’s affluent travel-lers with …
US faces Iran’s complaint in international court
London, IRNA – Hearings in the case opened Monday in the Hague-based court started with Iran’s arguments against the US in the presence of representatives of the two countries.
Taiwan’s house price growth continues to accelerate
The housing market slowed in recent years, after dramatic government measures to curb speculative house purchases. It started to gain momentum again starting the second half of 2020, despite the Covid …