Slovakia starts voting for president Mar 21, 2009
Locate Hard-to-Find Commercial Real Estate for Your Business for Free. Fine art finishing and mounting for artists, galleries, ms.. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
G.E. makes the case for its finance unit Mar 21, 2009
We run this like a factory, just like any other G.E. business, said Ronald Pressman, who heads the commercial real estate finance business ... Its write-offs in commercial real estate last year were clustered in commitments it called vintage 2007. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
With AIG, Spitzer Is Sheriff Of Wall Street Redux Mar 20, 2009
The tough talk raises the question about whether Spitzer, who now tends to his family's real estate business, is mounting a comeback bid. It would be a long shot. (CBS News -- US)
Will the Economy Be Ahmadinejad's Downfall? Mar 12, 2009
Askari says the government's decision to spend oil moneys to artificially prop up the value of its currency against the dollar despite rampant inflation has benefited the wealthiest Iranians, many of whom made huge fortunes in real estate speculation and then moved their money out of the country. "Over the last seven years, Iran has had an incredible $250 billion in capital flight, mostly to Dubai," he explains. (Time.com)
Mayaha Petrosian: Iranian actress takes a turn behind the camera Mar 10, 2009
WIDE RANGE OF ROLES: Mahaya Petrosian has appeared in 23 movies, two TV serials, and a variety of short films and stage productions. Scott Peterson/Getty Images. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
The right way to talk to Iran Mar 9, 2009
The first step is for Obama to reach out to Iranian Americans. from the March 9, 2009 edition. (Christian Science Monitor)
> Spotlight: Noosheen Hashemi, HAND Foundation Mar 9, 2009
Stay up to date on the latest news from within the commercial real estate industry ... San Jose Real Estate. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Crunched into modernity Feb 27, 2009
The emergence of new generations of alternative investment vehicles such as income trusts, real estate investment trusts, exchange traded funds, and hedge funds constituted as limited partnerships has passed. In particular, there has been an explosion in the United States of the use of the simple and flexible new partnership-based limited liability company. (Asia Times Online)
Iranian president says talks with US possible Feb 10, 2009
Unable to submit Real Estate, Services, and Business Investements at this time. Map the Valley. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Is Iran prepared to undo 30 years of anti-Americanism? Feb 8, 2009
Is Iran prepared to undo 30 years of anti-Americanism. Father of the revolution: An Iranian man held a poster of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini on Jan. 31 at a gathering south of Tehran. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Animated film weaves rich story from simple elements Mar 27, 2008
SHOP: Classifieds, Display Ads, Real Estate, Autos and Employment. VISIT: Travel, Information, Visitor Industry for Juneau and SE Ak. (Juneau Empire)
Large turnout in Iran voting for parliament Mar 16, 2008
" At the Sadeghieh mosque in western Tehran, more than 100 people waited to vote. A medical doctor, who refused to give her name, said she was voting for the reformers so that the next parliament would stop endorsing Ahmadinejad's policies. "This parliament kept on approving blindly whatever Mr. Ahmadinejad asked for," she said. Polling stations in the south of the city, where mostly poorer people live, were relatively empty, but the large mosque of Al Nabi in eastern Tehran, where Ahmadinejad... (San Francisco Chronicle)
In Iran vote, conservatives set to retain power Mar 15, 2008
A woman stands by ballot boxes in a mosque above a poster of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad that promises "another spring," as Iranians vote in elections for the 8th "majlis" or parliament in Tehran, Iran on March 14, 2008. Scott Peterson / Getty Images. (Christian Science Monitor)
Young Iranians, once avid reformers, leave politics behind Mar 15, 2008
Many who once called for change have turned away from politics altogether and won't be voting in Friday's election. from the March 14, 2008 edition. (Christian Science Monitor)
Iran reformers hemmed in ahead of elections Mar 4, 2008
Elyas Hazrati, editor of Etemaad, keeps this photo in his office of himself in criminal court. He got a suspended sentence in 2006 for 'publishing lies. (Christian Science Monitor)
Alizadeh is building a top-rank commercial-building career Mar 4, 2008
Precise, polite, smart and unusually ambitious, Alizadeh is enjoying one of the most spectacular real estate careers ever seen in Sacramento commercial building development ... Family had $5 million: Before he got into real estate, his life didn't point in that direction ... The burgers and fries business may not seem like good training for a real estate developer. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
UN Security Council passes more sanctions against Iran Mar 4, 2008
U.N. Security Council passes more sanctions against Iran. With Indonesia abstaining. (Christian Science Monitor)
Iran participates in Ghana 12th intl. fair Feb 26, 2008
Business News of Tuesday, 26 February 2008. Business News of Tuesday, 26 February 2008. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Can Rice (and music) restart North Korea nuclear deal? Feb 25, 2008
Can Rice (and music) restart North Korea nuclear deal. Invited: The New York Philharmonic will play in the East Pyongyang Grand Theater Tuesday for its first-ever performance in North Korea. (Christian Science Monitor)
Ignore the Headlines Feb 18, 2008
Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008 By Finance costs will rise as the economy recovers, so trying to time real estate might not pay off Justin Sullivan / Getty Article Tools ... Finance costs will rise as the economy recovers, so trying to time real estate might not pay off This article contains a table ... Justin Sullivan / Getty Finance costs will rise as the economy recovers, so trying to time real estate might not pay off. (Time.com)
Their Two Cents' Worth Jan 27, 2008
And in the Davos Conversation corner, a small piece of real estate in a sprawling conference center here, five digital video cameras perch on top of computer monitors to capture answers from forum participants. Getting an early start on Thursday, Bono recorded his bit at 9 a.m. (Forbes)
'Survivor' champ may not make it in S.F. Jan 23, 2008
"They got a permit and started building and then somebody came and pulled the permit," said Ken Brownell of Blatteis r real estate, who handled the rental for Kwon's group. "They're shocked and I'm shocked.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Staking a claim in the new Singapore Jan 4, 2008
The luxury development's success partly reflects the underlying strength of Singapore's property market, which is expected to increase by as much as 30 percent this year, estimated Tay Huey Ying, director of research and consultancy at Colliers International real estate in Singapore. It also has benefited from the government's 48-hour fast-track approval program for foreigners who want to buy homes or land in the development as well as plans to build a resort featuring a casino and Universal... (International Herald Tribune)
Chávez, China cooperate on oil, but for different reasons Jan 3, 2008
New bonds: Venezuelan President Hugo Chvez (l. is seeking to diversify his country's oil exports to countries like Hu Jintao's (r. (Christian Science Monitor)
Inflation fuels anger among supporters, critics of Iran's leader Dec 28, 2007
Hossein Alavi, a Tehran real estate agent, said he is selling houses at more than twice the price he asked for last year. A prominent economist, Mohammad Sattarifar, said Ahmadinejad is to blame for flooding the market with too many newly printed bank notes, relying too much on imported goods - including basic commodities - and using oil revenues to pay for the government's day-to-day expenses instead of distributing it to the people as he promised to do in his election campaign. (Boston Globe)
The Subprime 'Crisis' -- Time for Government Intervention? Dec 14, 2007
" Let's not minimize the trouble faced by thinly collateralized borrowers and their lenders, given the soft housing market. But the financial difficulties affecting both sides of transactions voluntarily entered into do not warrant a taxpayer bailout. U.S. homeowners' equity today equals almost $11 trillion. Price declines for this year and next year may amount to $6 billion, or a 0.05 percent decline -- a worry, but hardly Judgment Day. Christopher Cagan, of First American Real Estate... (Townhall.com)
New scrutiny on US spy structure Dec 12, 2007
U.S. Air Force Gen. Michael Hayden (l. director of the CIA, arrives for a closed-door session with the Senate Select Intelligence Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington on Tuesday. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Chinese stock markets react nervously to CPI figures, tightening moves Dec 11, 2007
Most real estate stocks lost ground due to concern over the possibility of rate rises, with Vanke, China's leading developer, down 2 ... 30 yuan and Poly Real Estate down 2. (Xinhuanet, China)
In Iran, Ahmadinejad's bold gambits boost presidential power Dec 10, 2007
Presidential power grab: Seen on a large screen, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad addressed Irans parliament on Nov. 14 to support two new government ministers. Scott Peterson/Getty Images. (Christian Science Monitor)
'Moving forward' Dec 7, 2007
One of the things that happened was that, about the time I became mayor, I retired from my work (as a real estate appraiser) ... We've got many acres of prime commercial real estate ready for development, which will add much needed sales tax revenue. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
In rural Iran, Ahmadinejad treated like rock star Dec 7, 2007
Eyeing another term: Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad greeted supporters Wednesday in Ilam Province in western Iran. Rural Champion: Zeinab Moradi, the director of an irrigation project backed by President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, holds a clay tube intended to seep moisture to crops. (Christian Science Monitor)
'Meanwhile' is a vibrant song without words Nov 27, 2007
Real meets unreal: The intensity of background color in Shahbazi's photos is as provocative as the compositions. In some images, the background becomes the subject. (Christian Science Monitor)
A Pinch of Salt: Omelet not just a cursed play by Shakespeare Nov 25, 2007
Unable to submit Real Estate, Services, Employment, and Business Investements at this time. Map the Valley. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
The Delusion Of Impending Oil Wealth Nov 24, 2007
Feature Article of Saturday, 24 November 2007. Feature Article of Saturday, 24 November 2007. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Commercial Property Now Under Pressure Nov 20, 2007
The value of commercial real estate, which nearly doubled in the past seven years, is now starting to decline due to the credit crunch, according to a report set to be released today by Moody's Investors Service ... The report is an early sign that the commercial-property sector is being dragged down by the growing reluctance of lenders to extend credit for anything related to real estate, which in turn could create a new drag on the economy and additional problems for investors ... Still, the... (Yahoo News -- Real Estate)
Iranian minister: OPEC will study effect of weak dollar Nov 19, 2007
Real solutions for your real estate needs. Choose from the selections below. (USA Today -- Money)
OPEC's lost sway over oil prices Nov 19, 2007
Oil king: Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah attended the opening ceremony for the OPEC Summit in Riyadh Saturday. His country is the world's top oil producer, generating 30 percent of OPEC production. (Christian Science Monitor)
UN debate: More anti-Iran measures? Nov 16, 2007
UN debate: More anti-Iran measures. UN debate: More anti-Iran measures. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Oil price rise causes global shift in wealth Nov 11, 2007
According to Emaar, a real estate development firm in , the city will cost $27 billion and be spread across an area three times the size of. A contractor who works there said a wide, palm tree-lined boulevard cuts a dozen miles across an ocean of sand and ends at the Red Sea. (MSNBC -- International)
British Conservative Wants Hillary as President Nov 3, 2007
He also recalls the funny goings-on with the White House travel office during Hillarys term as first lady, and cites the reporting Ambrose Evans-Pritchard who exposed the anomalies in the position of poor Vince Fosters gun and other aspects of the Whitewater real estate scandal. Johnson acknowledges that opting for Hillary means passing over other good candidates, including the plainly brilliant Barack Obama, the chap who acted in The Hunt for Red October [Fred Thompson], and above... (Newsmax)
Giuliani To BLOOMBERG TV: Obama's Stance on Iran 'Naive' Nov 3, 2007
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International Witches Conference Update Oct 8, 2007
General News of Sunday, 7 October 2007. General News of Sunday, 7 October 2007. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
FOREX COMMENTARY Oct 6, 2007
US assets will become increasingly unattractive (forget that US multinational earnings are soaring and real estate is getting cheaper by the day). I am sure you can think of more bad news about the US dollar. (Asia Times Online)
Pol: Spitzer driver's license plan 'reckless' Oct 4, 2007
This week's New York City real estate profile looks at Corona, Queens, a neighborhood with tradition amidst change. Copyright. (Newsday -- New York City)
MBC takes aim at BBC Sep 26, 2007
You need to upgrade your Flash Player Newsletters Real Estate Advertisement. media & entertainment industry jobs online. (Variety)
Africans should partner Asians in development Sep 25, 2007
General News of Monday, 24 September 2007. General News of Monday, 24 September 2007. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ahmadinejad speaks at Columbia amid derision Sep 25, 2007
By By David Freedlander, amnewYork Staff Writer. While fierce protests raged outside Columbia University yesterday, Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's defiant speech inside was greeted with respectful solemnity and a smattering of boos. (Yahoo News -- Iran)
'For lease' signs turn family into successful tech investors Sep 14, 2007
The businesses included the rug store, Medallion Rug Gallery; an international water distribution business that, according to Amidi, brings in $150 million a year; and large real estate holdings, which are mostly managed by his brother, Rahim Amidi. But as the technology boom got under way in the late 1990s, its lure proved irresistible. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
An Afghan village girl blossoms in the city Sep 4, 2007
She ran from an arranged marriage into a Western household. from the September 4, 2007 edition. (Christian Science Monitor)
Foreign Minister leaves for Iran Aug 31, 2007
General News of Thursday, 30 August 2007. General News of Thursday, 30 August 2007. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Government wants Oregon Islamic figure held as flight risk Aug 24, 2007
NEWSPAPERS IN EDUCATION. Chris Cardani, the assistant U.S. Attorney handling the case, argued that Sedaghaty promoted a radical version of Islam based in Saudi Arabia known as Wahabbism, making him a danger because he could incite radical followers to acts of violence even though he did not believe that Sedaghaty himself posed a danger. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
American Iranian scholar free, but not free to go Aug 24, 2007
Scholar free, but not free to go / Iran should return D.C. resident's passport so she can go home until trial, lawyer says (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Afghan business thrives on Iran's border Aug 10, 2007
Hajji Zekrullah Ahmadyar's mineral-water factory is part of the city's success. Mark Sappenfield - staff. (Christian Science Monitor)
Profile: Meet Dubai's CEO sheik Jul 31, 2007
Everyone, it seems, is setting up free-trade zones, cutting taxes, creating industrial "cluster cities" and undertaking gargantuan feats of real estate and infrastructure in an attempt to lure tourists, trade and investment along the lines of the "Dubai model." Even Muammar Kaddafi of Libyahe of the green book of "Islamic socialism" has reportedly been toying with the idea of establishing a Dubai-style "open city" to help bring his long-closed country into the international mainstream.... (MSNBC -- International)
SEC suspends "terrorist" watch list Web tool Jul 21, 2007
The Star Taylor Team can help you find the right property to meet your real estate goals. www. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Will Iran, Korea really back off nukes? Jul 18, 2007
Will Iran, Korea really back off nukes. from the July 18, 2007 edition. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Iranian riches, rags, and carpets Jul 17, 2007
from the July 17, 2007 edition. Two debut novels set 300 years apart feature the plight of fatherless families in patriarchal Iran. (Christian Science Monitor)
Global Expansion Continues, While Fears of a Financial Crisis Grow Jul 13, 2007
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Thompson on Ghana's Oil Find - A Rejoinder Jul 5, 2007
Feature Article of Thursday, 5 July 2007. Feature Article of Thursday, 5 July 2007. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Pollster: Major powers losing world's public support Jun 28, 2007
posted June 28, 2007 at NaN:NaN p.m. EST. The US, but also China and Russia, have seen favorable ratings decline, says Pew's Andrew Kohut. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
NEWSWEEK: Media Lead Sheet/June 11, 2007 Issue (On Newsstands Monday, June 4) Jun 4, 2007
COVER: "After Bush. How to Restore America's Place in the World" (p. Newsweek International Editor Fareed Zakaria writes an essay about restoring America's place in the world after the Bush administration hands the reins over to a new president. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Spanish homeowners face tricky times Jun 2, 2007
I think we are underestimating the sensitivity of the Spanish consumer to a downturn in real estate ... "I think we are underestimating the sensitivity of the Spanish consumer to a downturn in real estate," says Philip Lawler, from investment bank Nomura. (Yahoo News -- Spain)
Spain hit by property crash fears Jun 2, 2007
Fears of a Spanish property crash have increased, prompting a sell-off in real estate shares and fanning concerns that thousands of Britons will lose money. The sell-off was triggered by worries of rising bad debts and speculation that one large company had been buying its own properties to keep prices high. (Yahoo News -- Spain)
How US sanctions in Sudan will work May 31, 2007
from the May 31, 2007 edition. President Bush moves this week to squeeze the regime, but what can blacklisting 30 companies achieve. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Iran Pressure: US Ships Enter Gulf May 24, 2007
The Sun's new expanded real estate coverage is here. By LENORE SKENAZY Tattoo. (New York Sun)
