Kasumigaseki Properties Development to Open Dubai Sales Centre Ahead of First UAE Project
Kasumigaseki Properties Development is set to open a dedicated sales centre in Dubai’s Business Bay on November 14, marking a key step before the launch of its inaugural United Arab Emirates project. The facility, located on the 36th floor of Bay Gate Tower, will showcase the developer's Japanese-inspired approach to architecture and hospitality through show apartments and scale models.
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Behind the Scenes of Netflix’s 'The Empress': Candles, Costumes and Global Reach
Ahead of the launch of its third and final season, Netflix’s German-language period drama "The Empress" has achieved unexpected global success, topping charts in over 85 countries. The series, which chronicles the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, has drawn international attention not only for its historical narrative but also for the meticulous production efforts behind it.
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China's Foreign Trade Surges 20% in First 10 Months of 2026, Boosting Growth Outlook
China’s foreign trade growth is delivering a crucial boost to economic growth in the final stretch of the year, experts and executives said. The country's pursuit of more balanced foreign trade promises greater opportunities for global businesses, while reinforcing China's role as an anchor of stability for the world economy.
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Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley Home Sales Forecast to Rebound in 2027
Home sales in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley are projected to increase by approximately nine percent in 2027, marking a shift from recent declines. The British Columbia Real Estate Association anticipates this modest recovery as mortgage rates fall and tariff impacts fade, though average prices will rise much more slowly due to high inventory levels.
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Egyptian FM Abdelatty Discusses Regional De-escalation and Economic Ties with G7 Counterparts in Paris
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty engaged in a series of high-level diplomatic meetings in Paris on Tuesday, discussing critical issues ranging from regional de-escalation to global food security. Speaking on the sidelines of a Group of Seven ministerial gathering, Abdelalty held talks with counterparts from France, Ukraine, and Canada to strengthen bilateral ties and address pressing international challenges.
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Thukukile Zuma Resigns from ANC Johannesburg Leadership Amid Disciplinary Dispute
Thukukile Zuma, daughter of former South African President Jacob Zuma, has resigned from the African National Congress’s Johannesburg regional executive committee. Her departure follows disciplinary proceedings initiated by party leaders over her social media criticisms and alleged failure to perform duties, which she characterizes as an effort to suppress legitimate political dissent.
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Canada's Environment Minister Defends Climate Record Ahead of COP31
Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin has defended Canada’s climate policy record ahead of the COP31 United Nations climate conference, citing international finance commitments and methane reduction efforts. Her defense comes amid criticism from activists and opposition politicians regarding the government's decision to halt work on banning thermal coal exports.
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Mahayuti-backed Rajesh Patil Elected Chairman of Gokul Dairy Amidst Political Deadlock
Rajesh Patil, a former Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) legislator backed by the ruling Mahayuti alliance, was elected chairman of the Kolhapur District Cooperative Milk Producers Union, commonly known as Gokul Dairy, on Tuesday. His victory concludes a 15-day political deadlock that had paralyzed the cooperative's leadership following contentious board elections in October.
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Reflective Roof Paint Tested to Cool Informal Homes and Improve Sleep in South Africa
A pilot project in South Africa is testing whether painting the corrugated-iron roofs of informal homes with reflective white coating can significantly reduce indoor temperatures. Led by University of Cape Town epidemiologist Lara Dugas, the study aims to determine if cooler living conditions can help residents sleep better and mitigate health risks associated with rising nighttime temperatures driven by climate change.
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Mitsui Chemicals to Acquire JSR in Record $11.6 Billion Semiconductor Deal
Mitsui Chemicals Inc. has agreed to acquire JSR Corp. in a deal valued at 1.84 trillion yen ($11.64 billion), marking the largest merger and acquisition in Japan’s chemical industry history. The move is designed to significantly expand Mitsui’s portfolio of semiconductor materials, positioning the company to capitalize on the rapid growth driven by artificial intelligence applications.
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