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Mysterious “golden orb” found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identified
Read more: Mysterious “golden orb” found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identifiedScientists spent over two years identifying a mysterious object found off the coast of Alaska in 2023.
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Justice Department eases restrictions on some marijuana products
Read more: Justice Department eases restrictions on some marijuana productsThe order places FDA-approved products containing marijuana and state-regulated medical marijuana products at a lower drug classification.
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Iran-US war latest: Ten US service members injured after strike on Saudi air base as Rubio says war ‘over in weeks’
Read more: Iran-US war latest: Ten US service members injured after strike on Saudi air base as Rubio says war ‘over in weeks’The Israeli military said it struck a heavy water plant and uranium enrichment facility in central Iran on Friday
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Washington DC area airports face ground stops over odor at air traffic control tower
Read more: Washington DC area airports face ground stops over odor at air traffic control towerA ‘strong smell’ was reported at a Virginia air traffic control center, an FAA spokesperson said
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UK supermarket boss warns of fuel shortages over Iran war as petrol prices soar above 150p a litre
Read more: UK supermarket boss warns of fuel shortages over Iran war as petrol prices soar above 150p a litreThe UK’s second-largest fuel retailer has seen ‘bumper demand’ from drivers reacting to price volatility
Asia
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India’s ancient monuments crumble under the weight of severe pollution, climate change
Read more: India’s ancient monuments crumble under the weight of severe pollution, climate changeThe Indian government has said that over the long term, its climate policies will help prevent further damage to heritage sites such as the Taj Mahal.
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Xi to Modi: the Chinese ‘dragon’ and the Indian ‘elephant’ need to be friends
Read more: Xi to Modi: the Chinese ‘dragon’ and the Indian ‘elephant’ need to be friendsThe leaders meet for an hour in Tianjin on the Indian prime minister’s first trip to China in seven years.
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Commentary: Will Southeast Asian exporters ‘eat’ the Trump tariffs?
Read more: Commentary: Will Southeast Asian exporters ‘eat’ the Trump tariffs?Facing Donald Trump’s latest round of tariffs, Southeast Asian exporters face a dilemma. But the incentive to “eat” or absorb the tariffs might diminish over time, says an economist.
Thailand
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Senator to grill health agency over hospital debt
Read more: Senator to grill health agency over hospital debtThe chair of the Senate health committee plans to scrutinise the finances of the National Health Security Office (NHSO) during debate on the government’s policy statement to parliament on April 9-10.
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Hazardous levels of smog over most of Thailand
Read more: Hazardous levels of smog over most of ThailandHazardous levels of ultrafine dust shrouded Bangkok and 58 of the 76 provinces late Sunday afternoon with red levels of smog in 10 northern and northeastern provinces, according to the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda).
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Bangkok vendors: lives on the streetfront
Read more: Bangkok vendors: lives on the streetfrontFor decades, street vendors have been Bangkok’s heartbeat — feeding office workers, day labourers and night wanderers alike. Bustling roads and alleys have long been a familiar sight in the city, recognised by many international travel blogs and tourism rankings for its street food culture.
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US begins ‘major combat operations’ in Iran
Read more: US begins ‘major combat operations’ in IranThe United States and Israel attacked Iran on Saturday, US and Israeli officials said, following weeks of threats by President Donald Trump to launch a major assault.
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Outspoken Thai doctor gives up medical licence
Read more: Outspoken Thai doctor gives up medical licenceA well-known Thai dermatologist and online personality has returned her medical licence to the Medical Council of Thailand, declaring she could no longer tolerate the “distorted system”.
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India’s ancient monuments crumble under the weight of severe pollution, climate change
Read more: India’s ancient monuments crumble under the weight of severe pollution, climate changeThe Indian government has said that over the long term, its climate policies will help prevent further damage to heritage sites such as the Taj Mahal.
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SSO’s LINE sticker costs draw scrutiny
Read more: SSO’s LINE sticker costs draw scrutinyThe Social Security Office (SSO) is facing renewed criticism following reports that it spent nearly 70 million baht on its LINE Official Account and sticker campaign.
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Similan divers lift ‘ghost nets’ from deep‑sea coral reef
Read more: Similan divers lift ‘ghost nets’ from deep‑sea coral reefPHANGNGA – Divers have recovered abandoned fish aggregating devices (FADs) tangled around deep‑sea coral reefs, preventing serious harm to marine life including turtles, dolphins and dugongs in Mu Ko Similan National Park.
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Drafting of new constitution cruises to victory in referendum
Read more: Drafting of new constitution cruises to victory in referendumThe Election Commission (EC) announced on Friday that an official referendum result shows overwhelming support for drafting a new constitution to replace the current charter.