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Saudi Arabia confirm they are ABANDONING LIV Golf because of ‘the current macro dynamics’ of Middle East war, leaving players on multi-million contracts at centre of a scramble for cash
Read more: Saudi Arabia confirm they are ABANDONING LIV Golf because of ‘the current macro dynamics’ of Middle East war, leaving players on multi-million contracts at centre of a scramble for cashConfirmation of the open secret was issued on Thursday afternoon, with the Saudi Public Investment Fund stating the league was ‘no longer consistent with the current phase of PIF’s strategy’.
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Janet Mills ends Senate campaign in Maine, paving way for Graham Platner
Read more: Janet Mills ends Senate campaign in Maine, paving way for Graham PlatnerMaine Gov. Janet Mills’ exit from the race all but assures Graham Platner will get the Democratic nomination to take on Sen. Susan Collins.
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Armed police guarding London mayor Sir Sadiq Khan ‘leave holdall full of guns on the kerb outside his home’ before they were found by pregnant woman
Read more: Armed police guarding London mayor Sir Sadiq Khan ‘leave holdall full of guns on the kerb outside his home’ before they were found by pregnant womanFive are thought to have mistakenly abandoned the bag outside the house of the mayor (pictured) in Clapham, south London, at about 9.30pm on Tuesday.
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3 hospitalized after bus crashes through Washington, D.C. restaurant
Read more: 3 hospitalized after bus crashes through Washington, D.C. restaurantWashington, D.C., first responders said the building’s structural integrity will be assessed once the bus is removed.
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This week on “Sunday Morning” (April 5)
Read more: This week on “Sunday Morning” (April 5)A look at the features for this week’s broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Asia
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New Delhi’s land is sinking rapidly – and scientists say the risks are on the rise
Read more: New Delhi’s land is sinking rapidly – and scientists say the risks are on the riseResearchers have tied the problem to widespread over-extraction of groundwater, particularly in lower-income neighbourhoods where piped water is scarce.
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Hong Kong authorities say netting on buildings that caught fire did not meet code
Read more: Hong Kong authorities say netting on buildings that caught fire did not meet codeInitial tests had suggested the netting was up to standard, but investigators had not been able to check all of it earlier due to the fire.
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China’s Xi meets with ASEAN leaders amid stronger regional presence at WWII parade
Read more: China’s Xi meets with ASEAN leaders amid stronger regional presence at WWII paradeBilateral talks with leaders from Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia and Malaysia stressed closer economic cooperation and regional security – and in some cases, support for China’s Global Governance Initiative.
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Thailand’s ruling party to field candidate in PM vote, vows election soon after
Read more: Thailand’s ruling party to field candidate in PM vote, vows election soon afterThe Pheu Thai party said it would nominate veteran lawyer Chaikasem Nitisiri to go head-to-head with Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul for the premiership.
Thailand
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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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Govt moves to curb fuel prices
Read more: Govt moves to curb fuel pricesThe cabinet is expected to approve a series of short- and medium-term energy management measures on Tuesday to cope with surging global energy prices driven by the conflict in the Middle East.
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Air force says Cope Tiger drill with US will go ahead
Read more: Air force says Cope Tiger drill with US will go aheadThe Royal Thai Air Force has confirmed its major air exercise, Cope Tiger, with the United States and Singapore, will go ahead in Thailand this month as planned, but with heightened security because of the Mideast war.
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Southeast Asia faces sweltering heat as war limits energy supply
Read more: Southeast Asia faces sweltering heat as war limits energy supplySoutheast Asia is set to see a warmer-than-usual early summer, potentially raising power demand for fuel and straining grids at a time when the Middle East conflict has tightened energy supplies in the region.
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New Delhi’s land is sinking rapidly – and scientists say the risks are on the rise
Read more: New Delhi’s land is sinking rapidly – and scientists say the risks are on the riseResearchers have tied the problem to widespread over-extraction of groundwater, particularly in lower-income neighbourhoods where piped water is scarce.
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Hong Kong authorities say netting on buildings that caught fire did not meet code
Read more: Hong Kong authorities say netting on buildings that caught fire did not meet codeInitial tests had suggested the netting was up to standard, but investigators had not been able to check all of it earlier due to the fire.
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Nominees ‘manipulating’ fragrant coconut market
Read more: Nominees ‘manipulating’ fragrant coconut marketThe government is stepping up measures to stabilise the fragrant coconut market after investigations uncovered foreign-backed businesses allegedly manipulating prices and harming farmers.
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BJT unveils stability strategy
Read more: BJT unveils stability strategyThe Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) has unveiled a strategy to help Thailand weather instabilities stemming from global conflicts, including the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
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Iran says can fight for months as Israel strikes Beirut hotel
Read more: Iran says can fight for months as Israel strikes Beirut hotelTEHRAN – Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said Sunday that the country’s forces could fight an intense war for six months against the United States and Israel, which said it struck Tehran’s commanders at a seaside hotel in the heart of Beirut.