Signs of Life for REITs in AsiaAsia’s market for real-estate investment trusts is showing signs of life. One REIT gained in its trading debut in Hong Kong Wednesday, while two companies in Singapore forged ahead with plans to conduct previously postponed initial public ...
EU privacy watchdog criticizes 'Big Brother' databaseThe current practice when checking a third-country national wanting to cross the E.U.'s external borders is based mainly on the stamps in the travel document. But, Hustinx said Friday, "There is no clear evidence that the Commission proposals ...
APNewsBreak: Ohio zoo tries to mate rhino siblingsThe desperation breeding effort with the rhino siblings follows a recent crisis summit in Singapore where conservationists concluded as few as 100 of the two-horned, hairy rhinos might remain in their native southeast Asia. The species numbers ...
SingPost issues new stamps featuring greetings in sign languageSINGAPORE: Postage stamps enthusiasts in Singapore can soon lay their hands on a set of new stamps featuring greetings in sign language. To be released on June 17, the series of five stamps will show in sign language: "Hi", "Welcome", "Thanks", "Goodbye ...