Luxury Property & Lifestyle: A Durham manor near the city—hidden behind trees—lands on the market with period charm, modern comforts, and nearly 3,900 sq ft plus gardens and a separate cottage. Housing Policy & Costs: Spain’s Balearic Parliament is set to debate Ceuta sovereignty and a housing-focused “Maricarmen decree” amid rising real-estate prices and access problems. Affordable Housing Pressure in Europe: Berlin’s far-left win revives the fight over large landlords after years of lease-cost pressure, putting affordable housing back at the center of coalition talks. Branded Real Estate Shift: In the Philippines, developers are moving beyond residential towers into hospitality, dining, wellness, clubs, and lifestyle spaces—branding as an experience, not just a logo. REIT Watch: PLDT’s VITRO REIT says it still aims to launch its IPO before year-end, but higher rates could push timing. Market Signals: UAE stocks ended mixed as US-Iran deal hopes eased oil; energy and real estate drove big dividend payouts. Retail Footprint: Starbucks confirmed about 250 North America closures as it resets its portfolio and cuts its 2026 expansion target. Tourism & Infrastructure: World Economic Forum and Saudi Arabia launched “Beyond Tourism Impact Stars,” backing private projects that tie travel growth to community and environmental outcomes.