In a sense, it was surprising that 2016 was the year in which the social threat posed by rapid technological progress became a topic of serious and widespread discussion. It was, after all, the first year since 2007 when all of the world’s advanced economies managed to grow and in ... Read More »
For many buyers, the joy of receiving possession of their homes is fast turning to dismay as they cannot rustle up the finances for relocation – that too in cash. Builders too are citing demonetisation and the subsequent labour crunch as reasons for delay in projects getting completed on time. ... Read More »
Buildings and real estate projects, between 20,000 and 300,000 sq. metres, will no longer need to be assessed for their environmental impact, by the Centre. From now on, States can integrate the clearance process of such projects into their building by-laws to streamline environmental clearance to a significant chunk of ... Read More »
Malayalam actor Dhanya Mary Verghese has been arrested for involvement in Rs 130 crore real estate fraud. She had been absconding for over a month before the police nabbed her. Dhanya Mary Verghese. File Photo The Times of India reports that she was arrested in Nagercoil along with her husband John ... Read More »
Earlier this month, Donald Trump used a “thank-you” rally in Des Moines, Iowa, to give his supporters further insight into the “deal-making” team he intends to build in Washington. As president-elect, Trump has so far nominated a number of billionaires, three Goldman Sachs bankers and the chief executive of the ... Read More »
Demonstrators in the Polish capital Warsaw have renewed their protest against government plans to restrict journalists’ access to parliament. Crowds gathered outside the presidential palace on Saturday morning and then marched to parliament. Inside parliament itself, opposition MPs have continued a sit-in that began on Friday. Polish Prime Minister Beata ... Read More »
Last week Venezuela announced it would withdraw its highest-denomination banknote from circulation. Long queues formed outside banks as people scrambled to change theirs before they became redundant. The withdrawal of the 100-bolivar note has now been delayed until the start of January, but ordinary people must still grapple with spiralling ... Read More »
GOOD NEWS, BAD news. A security firm says that the US Election Assistance Commission, which exists in part to help keep voting machines secure, was hacked, with 100 login credentials for sale on the black market. The good, or at least better, news is that the hack doesn’t appear to ... Read More »
The house was owned by the Disney family until 2015 — and Disney’s influence can be seen in the home’s colors, design and art deco influences. The house is 2,443-square-feet and has a pool, patio and impressive mountain view. Check out more photos of the home below: Zillow The entrance ... Read More »
With 2017 knocking the door, its time to change the way you live. The New Year in décor trends will have a mix of creative materials, unusual textures, deco items to bold colours and one can use these tips to give your home a timeless charm you’re sure to love, ... Read More »
The U.S. healthcare system is undergoing a disruptive transformation as it shifts toward a value-based model that makes providers more accountable to their patients and payors. As players throughout the system scramble to adjust, they should look to the financial services industry which has undergone a similar transformation over the ... Read More »
If women choose to have an abortion, those who are allowed to obtain one may have better mental health outcomes than those who are denied one, according to a new study. The results of the study cast doubt on the idea that women experience mental health problems due to having ... Read More »
