LONDON-Shopping malls continue to be the most sought-after UK property category, with investment turnover soaring to Pounds 792 million ($1.25 billion) in the third quarter of 2002.

PORTLAND-A public-private partnership of economic development professionals commissions a task force to review adopted and emerging economic development strategies from individual cities and synthesize the common elements for a region-wide approach.

HOBOKEN, NJ-Negotiations are said to be in the final stages for a new office tower and luxury hotel situated next to SJP Properties' new Waterfront Corporate Center. SJP is said to be part of the mix.

PHILADELPHIA-After two tries, the state unloads Laurelton Center, a 52-building facility for the mentally handicapped 30 miles east of State College, PA. In lieu of cash, owners of Woodward Camp trade unspecified construction investments, future taxes and economic benefits worth $3.8 million.