America’s new, cheaper beachfront condos
(NYTIMES) - Forget Miami and Palm Beach. Those looking to buy good oceanfront homes should take a closer look at South Florida which is fast becoming popular with rich retirees who are seeking a sun-filled escape. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.
Why it pays to invest in a place near a popular school
Properties near popular schools are highly sought after by both investors and parents. Many parents go to great lengths to secure a place in good schools by renting or paying top dollar for a nearby property. They believe that their chances of getting their children in the school of their choice will go up significantly by moving closer to these schools. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.
Orchard Road Christmas light-up returns this year with floral theme and giant outdoor projection
SINGAPORE - The organisers of the annual Christmas light-up in Orchard Road do not want the pandemic to take the shine off the iconic event, returning with a bigger and better edition amid a higher vaccination take-up in the country . While there will be no street activities and performances like last year, this year's event will have a giant outdoor video projection cast on the facade of Mandarin Orchard Singapore, and resumption of popular Christmas carols after a three-year hiatus, the Orchard Road Business Association (Orba) said on Tuesday (Oct 19). Themed "Christmas in Bloom", this year's iteration will see the shopping street set aglow with about 68km of fairy lights and oversized floral decorations, with some parts dressed with bold neon lights, to give off a "mesmerising effect". The theme this year is meant to symbolise a journey of hope and resilience, as businesses along Singapore's most popular shopping strip yearn for a return to normalcy. Orba's chairman Mark Shaw said it has been a hard year for tourism and retail businesses with significant disruptions due to the pandemic. "We hope that the aspects of the light-up will help us bring awareness to Orchard Road and he...