UN Housing & Climate Diplomacy: Azerbaijan’s deputy foreign minister highlighted UNGA efforts linking climate resilience with housing and land resources, including support for small island states. NYC Climate Law Fight: A New York co-op/condo advocacy group is pushing back on Local Law 97, but reporting says its funding ties run through REBNY-linked lobbying. Global Bubble Watch: UBS flags Toronto and Vancouver as the weakest housing markets internationally, though both sit at “moderate” bubble risk; Dubai still looks relatively buy-favorable despite elevated bubble concerns. US Housing Signals: New-home sales ticked up in August, offering a mixed read on affordability as existing-home sales remain weak. UK Asylum Housing Shift: The Home Office reversed a pause on buying new asylum housing in County Durham, sending more projects through planning. Commercial Real Estate: A vacant Bechtel office tower near Houston’s Galleria has a new buyer, underscoring ongoing office churn. Market Backdrop: Stocks wobbled as oil jumped and bond yields hit multi-decade highs, keeping rate worries front and center. New Development: Prosper delayed review of a 143-acre Italian-inspired village, pushing a decision to late October. International Buyer Services: An “Italian Design Workshop” advisory launched to guide Americans through buying, renovating, and managing Italian property.