On Tuesday, the U.S. Treasury Department announced the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) between the governments of the U.S. and Japan to support “market-oriented, private sector solutions” in infrastructure and energy sector development in the two countries
Per Treasury’s announcement, under the...
UAE: The Dubai-based short-term rental company Gallery Suites has reached out to purchase start-up OYO’s home division.
This is in the face of OYO having to scale back growth in light of major shifts in the market.
Gallery Suites is owned...
China: Airbnb is suspending check-ins in the Chinese capital of Beijing until at least March due to concerns about coronavirus.
This, according to the company, is to comply with city regulations responding to the disease.
Airbnb is offering refunds to any...
US: TravelNet Solutions (TNS), major provider of integrated software and marketing solutions, has announced a new conference: TNS NEXT.
The event will feature a series of events to help hospitality technology providers grow, network, and improve revenues.
TNS now has been...
UK: The city of Edinburgh, second most popular short-term let destination in the UK, is seeking advice from its residents on potential legislation.
This comes after announcement by the SNP and Scottish parliament of plans to overhaul regulations pertaining to these flats.
The...
KL Rahul scored a century as India posted 296/7. New Zealand chased the target down with almost three overs to spare, as Colin de Grandhomme targeted Shardul Thakur at the death.
India’s pace resources were stretched thin as they were...
Many in the tournament-winning squad, including 18-year-old skipper Akbar Ali, trained under Wasim Jaffer during a stint in Bangladesh.
There’s an Indian connection with Bangladesh’s U19 World Cup winning squad and it’s former India Test opener and Ranji veteran Wasim Jaffer.
Many in...
This is the first whitewash that India has suffered in an ODI series in more than a decade.
KL Rahul struck a combative 112 but New Zealand completed a 3-0 whitewash of India by winning the third ODI by five...
Nepal's rabid culture of impunity worsens
In Nepal, top politicians have become highly skilled at escaping justice: nothing exemplifies this better than the fact that the post of Speaker of the House of Representatives is now occupied by a candidate...
A Facebook user in Malaysia who published controversial content related to the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) could face up to two years in prison if found guilty of violating Section 505 (b) of the country's Penal Code, which prohibits the publishing and circulating of...
Filipino pop star Carmelle triumphed at the debut Eurovision Asia held in Bangkok, securing the top spot with her song “Sobra‑Sobra”. The event featured 11 nations and drew enthusiastic crowds despite a modest live audience.
The Saudi Interior Ministry announced that two citizens, Fadel bin Hassan bin Abdullah Al Safwani and Jawad bin Abdullah bin Ali Khurairis, were executed after their terrorism convictions were upheld. The ministry warned that severe measures will persist against anyone endangering public security.
Business leaders and experts say the Gulf Railway will streamline logistics across the GCC, handling millions of passengers and 200 million tonnes of cargo annually. The network connects Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE and Oman.
Transport and postal deputy minister Fatima Abdullah Al-Dhaen explains the strategic benefits of the Gulf Railway. The rail line is set to enhance connectivity, logistics efficiency and private sector involvement.
India’s U‑19 side chased down 338 runs against Pakistan, winning by a single wicket on the final ball in Oman. Legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and Virender Sehwag lauded the performance, highlighting standout contributions from Aaryavir Sehwag and Lakshya Raichandani.
