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Rethinking short rentals in Thailand
News, Published on 21/05/2025
» The global rebound in tourism after Covid-19 has driven a notable surge in short-term rentals (STRs) through online platforms. Offering travellers greater flexibility, STRs have become a popular alternative to traditional hotels, particularly in urban and tourist-heavy areas. In the European Union, their use has expanded rapidly, reflecting forecasts that predict continued growth fuelled by competitive pricing and evolving travel preferences.
Tense calm in divided Cyprus after UN says peacekeepers attacked
AFP, Published on 22/08/2023
» NICOSIA - A tense calm held Monday in Cyprus after the United Nations accused Turkish Cypriot forces of assaulting peacekeepers attempting to block road construction in the divided island's buffer zone.
Zulu king's entourage denies rumours he is ill
AFP, Published on 02/07/2023
» JOHANNESBURG - Uncertainty reigned on Sunday over the health of South Africa's Zulu king, the head of the country's most influential traditional monarchy, with his spokesman denying reports he had been hospitalised.
Cyclone Freddy returns killing 70 in Malawi, Mozambique
AFP, Published on 13/03/2023
» BLANTYRE (MALAWI) - Cyclone Freddy, packing powerful winds and torrential rain, killed at least 70 people in Malawi and Mozambique on its return to southern Africa's mainland, authorities said Monday.
East African leaders hold summit on DR Congo unrest
AFP, Published on 05/02/2023
» BUJUMBURA (BURUNDI) - East African leaders issued a fresh call Saturday for armed groups in eastern DR Congo to lay down their arms and withdraw, at a summit called to find ways of calming the raging conflict.
Tigrayan rebels claim Ethiopian town Kombolcha in major advance
AFP, Published on 01/11/2021
» NAIROBI - Tigrayan rebels on Sunday said they have captured the northern Ethiopian town of Kombolcha, marking a rapid advance by the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) as federal forces mounted a fresh battle to retake the strategic city of Dessie.
Taliban capture first Afghan provincial capital in blow to government
AFP, Published on 07/08/2021
» KABUL - The Taliban on Friday captured their first provincial capital since launching an offensive to coincide with the departure of foreign troops, a major blow to an Afghan government desperately trying to push back the insurgents.
Tanzania votes in election marred by violence, fears of fraud
AFP, Published on 28/10/2020
» STONE TOWN (TANZANIA) - Tanzanians began casting their ballots Wednesday morning in an election overshadowed by opposition fears the vote will not be free and fair after years of repression under President John Magufuli, who is seeking a second term in office.
Syria rebels sign up to fight for Azeris to feed families
AFP, Published on 03/10/2020
» BEIRUT - Desperate to help his family displaced by Syria's war, pro-Turkey rebel fighter Abu Ahmad is waiting to be deployed to Azerbaijan hoping to earn almost 80 times his current salary.
Papua New Guinea deploys army to help volcano emergency
AFP, Published on 28/06/2019
» KOKOPO (PAPUA NEW GUINEA) - Troops have been sent to help thousands of people displaced by a volcanic eruption on a remote archipelago in Papua New Guinea, the prime minister said Friday, as a second volcano erupted.