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Us showing signs of life
Signs of life emerged in the US residential construction market last month after housing starts were up by more than one-fifth compared to January...
Thu, Mar 19, 2009
Nz winter tourism push
Tourism NZ is hoping this latest cash injection will get more Australians coming here during the quieter winter months...
Thu, Mar 19, 2009
Gautrain 'driving development'
South Africa's rapid rail project, known as the Gautrain, has created 11,700 direct and 51,500 indirect jobs, Gauteng Local Government Minister Qedani Dorothy Mahlangu has said...
Thu, Mar 19, 2009
Portugal goes green
Portugal has long been renowned for its year-round warm climate including over 300 days of sunshine and its endless Atlantic coastline, two elements that have made it a firm favourite for overseas property investment. However, these elements are now being harnessed in a major drive to boost Portugal's economy...
Thu, Mar 19, 2009
Kashmir's houseboats face extinction
The houseboats on Dal Lake in Srinagar, Kashmir are a major tourist attraction and promoted as the picture of an ideal Kashmir holiday - now, they are under threat of closure after the Government introduced stringent policies to help cut down on pollution in the lake...
Wed, Mar 18, 2009
Impact of new sa visa
As of this month, South African passport holders will require a visa to visit or transit the UK - a move which will affect up to 400,000 travellers each year, despite assurances that the new rules will not impact trade between the two countries...
Wed, Mar 18, 2009
Two year itch
European property investors involved in a major development in Dubai are asking the authorities to step in amid claims that no work has been carried out for more than two years...
Wed, Mar 18, 2009
Films in development
Milan will put the spotlight the Middle East during an upcoming African, Asian and Latin American Film Festival, organisers have said...
Wed, Mar 18, 2009
More homes for abu dhabi
Over 50,000 homes will be constructed for Emiratis living in Abu Dhabi over the next two decades, the country's Urban Planning Council (UPC) announced...
Wed, Mar 18, 2009
Oz visa changes
Australian media reported today that there have been 'major cuts' proposed to skilled migration that would 'shut the door' for many migrants, but visa provider Live in Australia offers their thoughts...
Wed, Mar 18, 2009