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The Asia-Pacific region will give rise to around 10 smart cities by 2025, a leading analyst at Frost & Sullivan predicted. More than half of these will be in China, said Hazmi Yusof, managing director for Malaysia at the market research company. “Several government agendas in this region are driving the building of smarter cities in Singapore, Japan, China, and South Korea. Investments are expected to grow from US$55.6 billion in 2013 to US$260 billion in 2020.” Eight emerging cities have potential to become full-fledged smart cities by 2030 when their standalone smart-city projects are scaled up. Smart cities are defined as those that utilise technology and other...

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are home shopping in Malibu, CA, and may rent Petra Manor. Here's a look at the estate, and the pros and cons of living here. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are house hunting in Malibu, CA! In addition to renting a gorgeous mansion on Vancouver Island, the couple are eyeing a Malibu rental called Petra Manor, according to the New York Post. The gorgeous property, once owned by David Charvet of "Baywatch" and his ex-wife and reality TV star, Brooke Burke, is valued at anywhere from $7 million to $20 million. It can be rented out on Stay Awhile Villas for nearly $16,000 a night, although Charvet could be giving the Duke and Duchess of Sussex a reduced rate...

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 Recently we reported on an Italian town that was selling houses for as little as £1 as long as new residents committed to living there with their families and renovating the homes. It was one of many similar schemes in the country to help empty or underfunded towns rebuild and regenerate, allowing newcomers to enjoy reduced prices and beautiful scenery. The latest in schemes is from a place called Teora, which is in the Campania region of Southern Italy. The mayor of the town is now offering a major incentive for people moving there, this time paying the rent of those who emigrate to Teora. Mayor Stefano Farina decided not to opt for the £1 house scheme and hopes...

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As major recent projects across the region attest, developers are retreating from single-use schemes in favour of high-density, mixed-use developments that encompass living, working, and retail space in single projects. The benefits of mixed-use are not purely economic. More than allowing developers to diversify assets, they also result to environmental benefits. High-density living massively reduces the carbon footprint compared to traditional single-family homes. Combined with an efficient public transport system, they remove the need for private cars as well. Within minutes, one can reach a metro station that is connected with the rest the city, and daily amenities—restaurants,...

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1. Snake Island, Brazil   About 93 miles off the coast of Sao Paulo, Brazil is Ilha da Queimada Granda, also known as Snake Island. To what does it owe this title? Researchers estimate there are between one and five snakes here per 10 square feet. The snakes, specifically golden lanceheads, are known for their poison, which literally disintegrates flesh around their bites. So maybe it’s not such a bad thing that you’re not allowed to visit Snake Island… 2. Lascaux Caves, France In the quest to discover the history of the human race, there is one spectacular place that provides enormous insight. The Lascaux Caves in southwestern France are home to a...

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Nine out of 10 new megacities to emerge out of Asia and Africa Twenty-two of the 33 cities that are home to more than 10 million are in Asia and Africa, and nine more from these continents will join them by 2030, reported the World Economic Forum, citing UN data. The cities of Seoul, Ho Chi Minh City, Chengdu, Nanjing, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Tehran will rank among the 10 cities that the UN predicts will break the 10-million mark, UN data showed. In Africa, Luanda and Dar es Salaam, which is growing by half a million people a year, will have crossed the 10-million mark by 2030. “The rise in the number of megacities is the most visible evidence of the accelerating global trend...

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When the Eiffel Tower opened in 1889 to much wonder and acclaim, designer Gustave Eiffel soaked up the praise, but as if that wasn’t enough, it was soon revealed that he had built himself a small apartment near the top of the world wonder garnering him the envy of the Paris elite in addition to his new fame. Located on the third level of the tower, Eiffel’s private apartment was not large, but it was cozy. In contrast to the steely industrial girders of the rest of the tower, the apartment was reported to be, “furnished in the simple style dear to scientists.” The walls were covered in warm wallpaper and the furniture included soft chintzes, wooden cabinets, and...

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Fincastle, an East Texas spread that once served as a hideout for a notorious Dallas gangster and a Las Vegas gambling kingpin, has been sold for more than $11.95 million. The 1,369-acre property, which is an hour and a half from Dallas and minutes from the town of Athens, was listed nine months ago for $11.95 million by Bernard Uechtritz, owner of The Icon Global Group, and sold on Feb. 6. “It went for more than the asking price,” said Mr. Uechtritz, who declined to disclose the actual dollar mount. The heavily wooded and wildlife-filled compound, which lately had been used as a gentleman’s farm and a weekend home, had not been on the market for more than a half...

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This is a wiccan spell to sell a house. This spell is for owners, real estate agents and the like. Do this spell to improve the chances of your house selling along with some other pro tips like cleaning and going for a minimalist look. Use bright colors like, white and yellow for this spell because it corresponds to happiness and cleanliness. This spell was submitted by a real estate agency who also used correspondences for the house like decor for the season and essential oils. You can also use sage to clean the house and promote good energy. Spell to Sell a House What You’ll need: 3 white candles 1 yellow candle Star oil White paper A purple pen Rub the candles with the...

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Jon Bon Jovi fans may often wonder what his rock star life is like, and here's their chance to take a sneak peek: His New Jersey mansion is for sale, and the photos show that his digs are worthy of his legendary status. Located on 15 acres in Middleton, NJ, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Navesink River, an hour outside New York City, High Point Estate boasts six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, all in an 18,000-square-foot French-inspired château. So how much is it worth? Bon Jovi has decided to leave that number a mystery. According to the listing from Christie's, the price is available "upon request." Designed by the celebrated architect Robert A.M. Stern, High Point Estate...

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