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GOOD NEWSVISAS & STAYS43d ago

US makes visa deposit program permanent for citizens of dozens of countries, including Georgia

The US State Department is making the visa deposit program permanent for citizens of dozens of countries, including Georgia.
The program applies to B1 and B2 visas for business and tourist travel, allowing consular officers to require deposits up to $20,000.
The final rule removes the $5,000 deposit option and raises the maximum deposit to $20,000, up from $15,000 in the pilot.
The final rule takes effect on August 3, 2026, when it is published in the Federal Register.
The program may affect citizens of up to 50 countries, mostly from the African region, as listed in the federal notice.

Heads up: the original article is in Georgian. This summary is the English version we made for you. Most browsers can also translate the full page when you open it.

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Netgazeti · 43d ago · translated from Georgian

GOOD NEWSGROUND TRANSPORT43d ago

R$ 1 billion BRTs begin to take shape in São Paulo after a wait of more than a decade

São Paulo starts building the Aricanduva BRT after an 11-year wait, with a projected cost of US$121.25 million.
The Aricanduva BRT will span 13.6 km and is expected to be delivered in early 2028, taking 18 months to complete.
The Radial Leste BRT, halted in 2014, resumes construction; its first stage finishes in 2026, with full operation in 18 months.
Both BRTs, totaling over R$1 billion, aim to carry nearly 700,000 passengers daily and raise bus speeds to over 29 km/h.
The BRTs will feature 70 covered stops, platform doors, off-board fare collection, and integration with metro lines.

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Read the full article on Google Notícias — São Paulo (cobertura local) (in Portuguese)

Google Notícias — São Paulo (cobertura local) · 43d ago · translated from Portuguese

HOUSING & RENTALS44d ago

Apartments in central Ho Chi Minh City are in short supply, with prices approaching 1 billion VND/m2.

Central HCMC apartment supply is shrinking as new projects shift to areas outside the core.
Luxury prices in central HCMC are hitting new highs, with One Central Saigon expected to start at 1 billion VND/m2.
Q2 2026 average primary apartment price in HCMC reached about 98.1 million VND/m2, up nearly 10.5% year-on-year.
Most new supply in Q2 2026 came from the East area, with almost no new central projects due to scarce land.
Buyers now prioritize legal transparency, location, and long-term value over short-term price gains.

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Vietnam.vn · 44d ago

GOOD NEWSGROUND TRANSPORT43d ago

Thailand News | Phuket Airport To Allow All Ride Hailing Apps Longueuil (BQSDAPtZsK)

Mshale · 43d ago

GOOD NEWSHOUSING & RENTALS43d ago

Tourism Committee to propose government solve Phuket issues: hotel laws and zoning review.

Thailand's Tourism Committee will propose solutions to Phuket issues to the government, including hotel law changes and zoning review.
Only about 1,000 of Phuket's ~4,000 hotels are properly licensed; the rest face building and land-use law limits, causing tax revenue loss.
The committee urges revising zoning for entertainment venues and improving jet ski business rules, including registration, routes, and GPS tracking.
Traffic problems at Phuket airport and congested points remain unresolved due to regulatory and budget constraints.
The committee's proposals follow a site visit on Aug 1, 2026, and will be submitted to the cabinet for consideration next year.

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Thairath Online (ไทยรัฐ) — largest-circulation national daily · 43d ago · translated from Thai

FLIGHTS & AIRPORTS44d ago

Barcelona and Palma Airport Strikes Start Aug 4, 2026

Indefinite strikes start Aug 4, 2026 at Barcelona-El Prat and Palma de Mallorca airports.
Up to 2 million passengers could be affected during peak summer season in Spain.
Barcelona strike involves 1,179 Groundforce employees; minimum services set at 35-80%.
Palma strike involves nearly 600 Swissport workers; no minimum service levels published yet.
Both strikes have no end date, threatening delays, baggage issues, and long queues.

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FTN news · 44d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS43d ago

Works on the 4th main runway of Istanbul Airport reach the final stage

Istanbul Airport's 4th main runway is in its final construction stage, per Transport Minister Uraloglu.
The new runway is 2,820 m long and 45 m wide, built on an east-west axis.
Temporary acceptance is expected this month, with operations starting in the final quarter of 2026 after technical tests.
The runway will cut taxi times, boost operational flexibility, and support future four-runway independent operations.
Its location near hangar areas will speed up general aviation operations and improve safety in crosswind conditions.

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Anadolu Ajansı (Anadolu Agency - state news agency) · 43d ago · translated from Turkish

GOOD NEWSCITY LIFE & OPENINGS43d ago

Ho Chi Minh City targets clean water for all urban households by 2030

Ho Chi Minh City targets clean water for 100% of urban households and 99% of rural households by 2030.
The plan implements Action Program No. 20-CTrHD/TU, following the Politburo's Conclusion No. 36-KL/TW on water security.
The city will upgrade water regulation, storage, distribution, and drainage systems, and repair aging dams and reservoirs.
A citywide water security monitoring system will be put into operation to support these goals.
By 2045, the city aims to provide standard-compliant clean water to 100% of rural households.

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SGGP English Edition · 43d ago

CITY LIFE & OPENINGS43d ago

Pipeline rupture causes leak and water shortage in Fortaleza and Maracanaú

A pipeline rupture in Maracanaú caused water supply suspension in Fortaleza and Maracanaú on 2026-08-01.
Water supply was suspended in 9 neighborhoods of Fortaleza and in Maracanaú municipality.
Affected areas include Maracanaú, Novo Maracanaú, Acaracuzinho, Alto Alegre, Novo Oriente, Parque Santa Rosa, Presidente Vargas, Aracapé, Conjunto Esperança, and Mondubim.
Cagece expects repairs to finish by 16:00 on Saturday, with full system balance within 24 hours after.
The rupture caused flooding on Avenida Lateral Sul and surrounding streets in Acaracuzinho.

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G1 Ceará (Globo — estado, cobre Fortaleza) · 43d ago · translated from Portuguese

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS44d ago

Trip up to 6 times faster: new flight route reduces journey between Blumenau and Florianópolis

New flight route between Blumenau and Florianópolis cuts travel from up to 3 hours by road to about 30 minutes by air.
The route is part of the VOA + SC program and is expected to start operating in November 2026.
Estimated ticket price for the Blumenau-Florianópolis flight is R$ 315.
Flights will use a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan with capacity for 9 passengers.
The new link offers an alternative to Navegantes or Joinville airports and improves access to Santa Catarina's main international airport.

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Google Notícias — Florianópolis (cobertura local) · 44d ago · translated from Portuguese

GOOD NEWSTAXES & BUSINESS43d ago

Cai Mep Ha Free Trade Zone to unlock new growth engine for Ho Chi Minh City

Cai Mep Ha FTZ spans 4,174.35 hectares across Tan Phuoc and Tan Hai wards, integrating ports, logistics, and rail.
Gemadept is investing about US$200 million in Gemalink Phase 2, targeting over 3 million TEUs per year by late 2027.
Resolution 254/2025/QH15 shortens land acquisition to 60 days for agricultural and 120 days for residential land.
Resolution 260/2025/QH15 grants unprecedented preferential mechanisms, prioritizing projects like seaport terminals from VND75 trillion.
Experts say the FTZ's success hinges on a flexible, streamlined regulatory framework to cut logistics costs and boost competitiveness.

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SGGP English Edition · 43d ago

GOOD NEWSFLIGHTS & AIRPORTS44d ago

Riyadh Air takes off for Malaysia

Meetings & Conventions Asia · 44d ago

GROUND TRANSPORT43d ago

Budapest taxi fares rise from today – airport pickups also become more expensive

Budapest taxi base fare rises from HUF 1,100 to HUF 1,300 as of today.
Per-kilometre fare increases to HUF 521 and per-minute fare to HUF 130.
A new HUF 800 airport surcharge makes airport trips start at HUF 2,100.
From 3 August, Budapest Airport ends the 5-minute free transit for most taxis, possibly lengthening walks.
Főtaxi's airport concession is unaffected until 2030, with pickups still outside terminals.

Read the full article on Daily News Hungary

Daily News Hungary · 43d ago

GOOD NEWSGROUND TRANSPORT44d ago

Florianópolis BRT advances with R$ 159 million investment and construction scheduled to begin in 2027

Florianópolis published the tender for the first stage of the BRT project on Tuesday (28).
The BRT corridor will be 2.6 km long, with total interventions covering 4.9 km.
Construction is expected to start between December 2026 and January 2027.
The project is part of a R$ 159 million federal government package for city infrastructure.
The first stage investment is estimated at R$ 18.9 million, with a 360-day execution period.

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Google Notícias — Florianópolis (cobertura local) · 44d ago · translated from Portuguese

GOOD NEWSTAXES & BUSINESS44d ago

Cambodia Expands ASEAN Cross-Border QR Payment Links

Cambodia now has bilateral cross-border QR payment links with Lao PDR, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
The links run through the National Bank of Cambodia's Bakong platform and the KHQR system.
Travellers can make instant retail payments in local currency by scanning standard QR codes across partner networks.
With five active links, Cambodia matches Singapore's regional integration and ranks just behind Thailand.
The ASEAN Secretariat says the connectivity simplifies transactions for citizens, tourists, merchants, and small enterprises.

Read the full article on Khmer Times — major national English-language daily

Khmer Times — major national English-language daily · 44d ago

SAFETY44d ago

Criminals invaded the runway of São Paulo International Airport, in Guarulhos, on Friday afternoon (31) to put cocaine on a plane bound for Europe. Security cameras recorded the action. In one of the videos, the men

Google Notícias — São Paulo (cobertura local) · 44d ago · translated from Portuguese

GOOD NEWSCITY LIFE & OPENINGS44d ago

Polluted canal along Ho Chi Minh City metro line brought back to life

The Da Do Canal along Ho Chi Minh City's Metro Line 1 has been restored after nearly a year of work.
About 1.5 km of embankments and retaining walls are completed, with drainage pipes still being installed.
Around 80 workers are operating day and night to keep the project on schedule.
The final 300-meter stretch into the Saigon River will be finished last before water is fully released.
The project aims to improve flood prevention, the environment, and create a scenic landmark at the city's eastern gateway.

Read the full article on e.vnexpress.net

e.vnexpress.net · 44d ago

GOOD NEWSGROUND TRANSPORT44d ago

Yellow Line-4 progresses with excavation of the future Taboão da Serra Station, which will be one of the first outside the capital of São Paulo

São Paulo's Yellow Line-4 extension adds 3.3 km of tunnels and two new stations: Taboão da Serra and Chácara do Jockey.
The project costs an estimated R$ 4 billion, with excavations due to finish in 2028 and Taboão da Serra station opening in 2030.
The new link is expected to carry about 50,000 new passengers daily and cut travel time to Luz station to around 30 minutes.
The extension is part of a broader metro expansion, including the future Dutra station on Line 2-Green in Guarulhos, slated for 2032.
Construction uses five secant shafts about 35 meters deep, with permanent geotechnical monitoring for safety.

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G1 (Globo) · 44d ago · translated from Portuguese

HOUSING & RENTALS44d ago

The most expensive solitude is in Prague. Even the highest wages are often not enough for independent rent

Prague has the most expensive independent living in Czechia, according to the article.
Even the highest wages in Prague are often not enough to afford independent rent.
The article focuses on the cost of solo housing, not shared or family accommodation.
No specific rent figures or salary numbers are provided in the article text.

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iDNES.cz · 44d ago · translated from Czech

GOOD NEWSDEALS & SPECIALS44d ago

OnCallColombia Expands Mobile Digital Fingerprinting Network to Six Colombian Cities, Celebrates with Limited-Time Free Mobile Appointments

OnCallColombia now offers mobile digital fingerprinting in Medellín, Bogotá, Cali, Cartagena, Pereira, and Santa Marta.
A limited-time promotion waives the standard mobile appointment fee for FBI fingerprinting at your home, hotel, or office.
The service targets Americans, expats, digital nomads, retirees, students, and international professionals in Colombia.
Digital fingerprints are captured for FBI Identity History Summary Checks, with expedited electronic submission available.
The company also provides apostille, certified translations, immigration help, medical house calls, and lab testing.

Read the full article on FinancialContent

FinancialContent · 44d ago

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US makes visa deposit program permanent for citizens of dozens of countries, including Georgia

R$ 1 billion BRTs begin to take shape in São Paulo after a wait of more than a decade

Apartments in central Ho Chi Minh City are in short supply, with prices approaching 1 billion VND/m2.

Thailand News | Phuket Airport To Allow All Ride Hailing Apps Longueuil (BQSDAPtZsK)

Tourism Committee to propose government solve Phuket issues: hotel laws and zoning review.

Barcelona and Palma Airport Strikes Start Aug 4, 2026

Works on the 4th main runway of Istanbul Airport reach the final stage

Ho Chi Minh City targets clean water for all urban households by 2030

Pipeline rupture causes leak and water shortage in Fortaleza and Maracanaú

Trip up to 6 times faster: new flight route reduces journey between Blumenau and Florianópolis

Cai Mep Ha Free Trade Zone to unlock new growth engine for Ho Chi Minh City

Riyadh Air takes off for Malaysia

Budapest taxi fares rise from today – airport pickups also become more expensive

Florianópolis BRT advances with R$ 159 million investment and construction scheduled to begin in 2027

Cambodia Expands ASEAN Cross-Border QR Payment Links

Criminals invaded the runway of São Paulo International Airport, in Guarulhos, on Friday afternoon (31) to put cocaine on a plane bound for Europe. Security cameras recorded the action. In one of the videos, the men

Polluted canal along Ho Chi Minh City metro line brought back to life

Yellow Line-4 progresses with excavation of the future Taboão da Serra Station, which will be one of the first outside the capital of São Paulo

The most expensive solitude is in Prague. Even the highest wages are often not enough for independent rent

OnCallColombia Expands Mobile Digital Fingerprinting Network to Six Colombian Cities, Celebrates with Limited-Time Free Mobile Appointments

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