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Going mainstream: Smart home hubs in Southeast Asia

Going mainstream: Smart home hubs in Southeast Asia Meet George Jetson… Alexander Kirch/Shutterstock The future is dawning on Southeast Asian homes, thanks to two technology giants. Samsung has partnered with Thai property developer AP to assimilate an…

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Vietnam real estate finishes strong in September

Vietnam real estate finishes strong in September Despite a few trifling weather issues (ahem) Phu My bridge over the Saigon River in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Le Tu / Shutterstock.com With construction occurring everywhere from Hanoi…

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Japan leads Asia in environmental sustainability transparency

Japan leads Asia in environmental sustainability transparency Japanese green initiatives are among the region’s best Cherry-blossom (Sakura) trees along the bank of Funakawa river in Asahi, Japan. Piti Sirisriro / Shutterstock.com The real estate world has not only…

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How paint could protect you from Zika (seriously)

How paint could protect you from Zika (seriously) If you thought that paint was all about colour – read on. In this sad world of selfies, Instagram filters, and too many Kardashians to keep track of, prettiness…

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