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New video shows Oklahoma high school principal tackling gunman
Read more: New video shows Oklahoma high school principal tackling gunmanSeconds after a gunman opened fire at an Oklahoma high school, the school’s principal was seen racing into the hallway, pushing the suspect onto a bench and holding him down.
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Teen soldier who told his mother “no tears” identified after 75 years
Read more: Teen soldier who told his mother “no tears” identified after 75 yearsU.S. Army Sgt. Celestino Chavez enlisted in the military when he was 17, according to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency.
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Four killed in US military strike on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific
Read more: Four killed in US military strike on alleged drug boat in eastern PacificThe latest strike brings the death toll to 175 since the operations began in early September
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Family of influencer who ‘died by suicide’ on safari trip with fiancé say he has stopped communicating with them
Read more: Family of influencer who ‘died by suicide’ on safari trip with fiancé say he has stopped communicating with themRelatives of Ashly Robinson say they believe her death in Tanzania is suspicious
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Mapped: Where home buyers are getting the least floor space for their money
Read more: Mapped: Where home buyers are getting the least floor space for their moneyFind out where first time buyers can get the best value for money
Asia
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‘Observer inflation’: Indonesia’s Cabinet secretary sparks debate with remarks targeting analysts
Read more: ‘Observer inflation’: Indonesia’s Cabinet secretary sparks debate with remarks targeting analysts“These observers, their data does not match the facts. Their data is wrong,” said Cabinet secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya at a press briefing on Apr 10.
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Vietnam’s top leader To Lam arrives in China for first state visit
Read more: Vietnam’s top leader To Lam arrives in China for first state visitThe 68-year-old assumed the presidency while retaining his role as Communist Party chief – a dual mandate analysts say could bolster Vietnam’s global ambitions.
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China’s Xi says rule of law must be upheld for Middle East peace
Read more: China’s Xi says rule of law must be upheld for Middle East peaceThe Chinese president vowed that China will play a “constructive role” in promoting peace talks in the Middle East, according to the Xinhua news agency.
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Indonesia discussing proposal allowing US military overflight in Indonesian airspace, defence ministry says
Read more: Indonesia discussing proposal allowing US military overflight in Indonesian airspace, defence ministry saysSeveral media outlets reported that the United States is seeking “blanket overnight access” for American military aircraft through Indonesian airspace, adding that Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto had approved the proposal.
Thailand
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Traditional “Luk Noo” rocket race kicks off in Pathum Thani
Read more: Traditional “Luk Noo” rocket race kicks off in Pathum ThaniThe first round of the traditional Mon “Luk Noo” (little rat) rocket-firing contest was held on Sunday at Hatthasan Kaset temple in Khlong Luang district of Pathum Thani province, attracting local participants alongside Thai and international spectators. Handcrafted rockets were launched along a wire to strike a model castle, showcasing skills passed down through generations…
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Songkran traffic accidents took 191 lives, most in Bangkok
Read more: Songkran traffic accidents took 191 lives, most in BangkokAlthough the government has campaigned for road safety during the Songkran festival holiday, traffic accidents from April 10 to 14 have claimed 191 lives, with Bangkok recording the most fatalities.
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Thai Songkran hailed as world’s liveliest festival: govt
Read more: Thai Songkran hailed as world’s liveliest festival: govtThailand’s Songkran festival has been named the world’s liveliest festival, according to the government.
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Stock reforms mirror regional realignment
Read more: Stock reforms mirror regional realignmentIn an era where global capital is increasingly concentrated in high-growth themes such as artificial intelligence and technology, traditional sector stocks have steadily fallen out of favour.
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Tourism tops over Songkran
Read more: Tourism tops over SongkranThe tourism sector is expected to generate more than 30.35 billion baht in revenue during the Songkran holiday, up 6% from last year, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), with foreign visitors also making a bigger contribution.
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‘Observer inflation’: Indonesia’s Cabinet secretary sparks debate with remarks targeting analysts
Read more: ‘Observer inflation’: Indonesia’s Cabinet secretary sparks debate with remarks targeting analysts“These observers, their data does not match the facts. Their data is wrong,” said Cabinet secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya at a press briefing on Apr 10.
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Cranky cat unfairly blamed for train’s 7-hour delay
Read more: Cranky cat unfairly blamed for train’s 7-hour delayA cat that was not enjoying the ride has become the object of some online criticism after a southbound train arrived at its final destination seven hours behind schedule.
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154 road deaths in first four Songkran travel days
Read more: 154 road deaths in first four Songkran travel daysA total of 154 people have been killed and 705 injured in road accidents across Thailand during the first four days of the “seven dangerous days” of Songkran holiday travel, with Bangkok recording the highest cumulative number of fatalities, authorities said on Tuesday.
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Bourse to benefit from OIC’s lower risk charge
Read more: Bourse to benefit from OIC’s lower risk chargeThe Office of Insurance Commission’s (OIC) decision to reduce the equity risk charge for domestic investments is expected to unlock significant institutional inflows into the stock market this year, as insurers gain greater flexibility to allocate capital to higher-return assets.