Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Furnished Quarters has expanded its portfolio to include short-term rental properties in Brooklyn, New York. The company plans to add around 50 new apartments

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: The AA has announced the launch of a star rating scheme for serviced accommodation.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Local developer Lugano Group has handed over a completed aparthotel scheme in Newcastle city centre.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteNew Zealand: A block of 15 serviced apartments in Auckland will be auctioned on August 10.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteSouth Korea: Citadines Han River Seoul will officially open on August 5.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteDubai: Azizi’s Montrell serviced apartment development in Dubai’s Al Furjan will feature 168 studios and 54 one-bedroom units.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThailand: The Crest Collection has announced plans to open the Metropole Bangkok in September, in the Thonglor district.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: The Ascott Limited has officially partnered with two charities, The Evelina Children’s Hospital and Action for Kids.