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Three sisters who died in sea off Brighton beach are named for first time: Father pays emotional tribute to his daughters as police continue probe into their deaths
Read more: Three sisters who died in sea off Brighton beach are named for first time: Father pays emotional tribute to his daughters as police continue probe into their deathsThe tragic discovery was made by rescuers early last Wednesday morning following reports of someone in the water at 5.45am.
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Party time! Charles and Camilla round off their visit to Northern Ireland with a garden party at Hillsborough Castle
Read more: Party time! Charles and Camilla round off their visit to Northern Ireland with a garden party at Hillsborough CastleTheir Majesties gathered at the historic venue to meet guests from the nation’s voluntary and charitable sectors who have had lasting impacts on their community.
Asia
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‘Kamikaze drones’, laser systems: Malaysia to boost defence industry amid ‘uncertain security realities’
Read more: ‘Kamikaze drones’, laser systems: Malaysia to boost defence industry amid ‘uncertain security realities’The new National Defence Industry Policy aims to reduce Malaysia’s reliance on foreign security and defence technology and bolster long-term domestic industrial capacity.
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Remaining bodies found of 10 killed in Indonesia plane crash
Read more: Remaining bodies found of 10 killed in Indonesia plane crashThe turboprop plane, chartered by the fisheries ministry, was carrying seven crew members and three civil servants when it lost contact with air traffic control on Jan 17.
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Malaysia’s AGC to appeal High Court ruling that government pay over US$8.8 million for pastor’s disappearance
Read more: Malaysia’s AGC to appeal High Court ruling that government pay over US$8.8 million for pastor’s disappearanceMalaysian pastor Raymond Koh was abducted on Feb 13, 2017 in broad daylight while driving along Petaling Jaya in Selangor.
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Miss Universe president slams Thai director for Miss Universe Mexico ‘dumb’ remarks, which led to Bangkok walkout
Read more: Miss Universe president slams Thai director for Miss Universe Mexico ‘dumb’ remarks, which led to Bangkok walkoutOn Nov 4, Nawat Itsaragrisil, director of Miss Universe Thailand, was seen reprimanding Miss Universe contestants and calling out Miss Universe Mexico, Fatima Bosch, who later left the room and was followed by several other contestants.
Thailand
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Anutin warns of systemic justice flaws
Read more: Anutin warns of systemic justice flawsPrime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has acknowledged persistent flaws in the justice system, saying billions of baht paid to compensate innocent people should be seen as “a shame” rather than an achievement.
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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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New state measures in bid to solve plastic crisis
Read more: New state measures in bid to solve plastic crisisThe government has outlined management guidelines to tackle the ongoing plastic pellet crisis. Key initiatives will focus on identifying high-priority items, promoting the use of alternative materials, and enhancing recycling.
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Three Thai crew confirmed dead
Read more: Three Thai crew confirmed deadForeign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow on Wednesday confirmed the deaths of three Thai crew members who went missing following an attack on the vessel MV Mayuree Naree in the Strait of Hormuz last month amid the Middle East conflict.
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Diesel prices to drop 2.14 baht a litre nationwide
Read more: Diesel prices to drop 2.14 baht a litre nationwideThailand will slash pump prices for diesel by 2.14 baht a litre from Thursday, offering motorists and businesses immediate relief after the government approved an overhaul of refinery pricing to ease household costs and shore up the heavily…
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‘Kamikaze drones’, laser systems: Malaysia to boost defence industry amid ‘uncertain security realities’
Read more: ‘Kamikaze drones’, laser systems: Malaysia to boost defence industry amid ‘uncertain security realities’The new National Defence Industry Policy aims to reduce Malaysia’s reliance on foreign security and defence technology and bolster long-term domestic industrial capacity.
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Remaining bodies found of 10 killed in Indonesia plane crash
Read more: Remaining bodies found of 10 killed in Indonesia plane crashThe turboprop plane, chartered by the fisheries ministry, was carrying seven crew members and three civil servants when it lost contact with air traffic control on Jan 17.
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Stocks under pressure as energy crisis bites
Read more: Stocks under pressure as energy crisis bitesThailand’s equity market is expected to come under pressure as surging diesel prices raise concerns over economic growth and corporate earnings, although easing geopolitical tensions may help cushion downside risks, analysts say.
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Proposed tax on arrivals draws mixed reactions
Read more: Proposed tax on arrivals draws mixed reactionsTourism operators have expressed mixed views on the new government’s plan to levy a 300‑baht tourism tax, as it may affect travel sentiment amid sluggish tourism caused by the Middle East crisis.
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Diesel refining margin cut to drop price by 2.14 baht
Read more: Diesel refining margin cut to drop price by 2.14 bahtEnergy Minister Akanat Promphan, in his capacity as chairman of the Energy Policy Administration Committee (Epac), has ordered a reduction in diesel refining margins aimed at lowering retail fuel prices by about 2.14 baht per litre, with the measure expected to take effect on Thursday.