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Trump lashes out at ‘weak minded’ Lauren Boebert after MAGA congresswoman defends Thomas Massie
Read more: Trump lashes out at ‘weak minded’ Lauren Boebert after MAGA congresswoman defends Thomas MassieThe president rages at his ‘carpetbagger’ ally who supports embattled Kentucky congressman facing high-stake primary election
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Thousands rally to defend Black political representation in the birthplace of Civil Rights movement
Read more: Thousands rally to defend Black political representation in the birthplace of Civil Rights movementCrowds march in Montgomery, Alabama to mobilize support for voting rights amid Republican redistricting campaigns
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Lindsey Graham speaks out about bubble wand he had at Disney World during government shutdown
Read more: Lindsey Graham speaks out about bubble wand he had at Disney World during government shutdown‘I didn’t buy it for me,’ Graham said of the infamous bubble wand
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JD Vance slams report claiming he’s worried about ‘drastic depletion’ of US missiles before promptly confirming he is
Read more: JD Vance slams report claiming he’s worried about ‘drastic depletion’ of US missiles before promptly confirming he isUnofficial estimates suggest the U.S. is rapidly burning through its supply of high-priced missiles as the Iran conflict continues
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‘Bittersweet’ as four lives saved by eight-year-old boy’s organ donation
Read more: ‘Bittersweet’ as four lives saved by eight-year-old boy’s organ donationTheo Kempthorne’s organs helped other critically ill people, including another child and a father in his 30s
Asia
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Singaporean man, 25, to serve public cleaning order in KL after conviction under stricter anti-littering law
Read more: Singaporean man, 25, to serve public cleaning order in KL after conviction under stricter anti-littering lawAnother five cases involving Singaporeans in Johor are currently being processed through legal channels, says the Malaysian authorities.
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Sabah’s locally grown avocados gain attention as potential major export
Read more: Sabah’s locally grown avocados gain attention as potential major exportAvocados from the Borneo island stand out for their size and texture, and are prized for their creamy and buttery flavour.
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Amid grief, Tai Po FC return to league action after deadly Hong Kong fire
Read more: Amid grief, Tai Po FC return to league action after deadly Hong Kong firePlayers from both sides wore black armbands, and the stadium observed a minute of silence in honour of those affected by the fire.
Thailand
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7-point plan for aviation hub push
Read more: 7-point plan for aviation hub pushDeputy Transport Minister Phattrapong Phattraprasit has unveiled a seven-point policy framework aimed at transforming airspace management and positioning Thailand as a world-class aviation hub, while reducing operational costs for airlines by up to 30%.
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Moody’s upbeat on economy’s strength
Read more: Moody’s upbeat on economy’s strengthMoody’s Ratings has identified Thailand as one of five emerging economies best positioned to withstand global shocks, highlighting stronger policy frameworks and improved resilience over the past five years.
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US announces beginning of blockade of Iranian ports
Read more: US announces beginning of blockade of Iranian portsTEHRAN – The US military said it would begin a blockade of all Iranian ports on Monday, after talks between the warring sides in Pakistan collapsed, and despite the Iranian military warning that it would treat any such action as an act of piracy.
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Two border flashpoints reopened to visitors for Songkran
Read more: Two border flashpoints reopened to visitors for SongkranSURIN – The army is allowing public access during Songkran to two strategic points fiercely contested during last year’s border war with Cambodia – Ta Kwai ancient temple, which is a cultural heritage site, and nearby Hill 350.
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PM wishes nation a happy holiday
Read more: PM wishes nation a happy holidayPrime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has extended well-wishes to the public for the Songkran holidays, encouraging people to celebrate with family while prioritising safety and responsibility as festivities begin nationwide.
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Singaporean man, 25, to serve public cleaning order in KL after conviction under stricter anti-littering law
Read more: Singaporean man, 25, to serve public cleaning order in KL after conviction under stricter anti-littering lawAnother five cases involving Singaporeans in Johor are currently being processed through legal channels, says the Malaysian authorities.
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Songkran road toll at 71 after two days
Read more: Songkran road toll at 71 after two daysSeventy-one people were killed and 317 others injured in traffic accidents during the first two days of the Songkran festival holiday period.
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US-Iran talks fail to find deal but Gulf truce holds for now
Read more: US-Iran talks fail to find deal but Gulf truce holds for nowTEHRAN – Iran and the United States failed to strike a deal Sunday to end the war in the Middle East, but there was no immediate return to hostilities and the region clung to hope that a fragile truce would hold.
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Cabinet approves B7.7-billion relief package
Read more: Cabinet approves B7.7-billion relief packageThe cabinet has approved a 7.7-billion-baht economic relief package to support vulnerable groups, businesses, the transport sector and farmers in response to the economic impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.