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Philippine Red Cross prepares for yet another powerful typhoon after Kalmaegi
Read more: Philippine Red Cross prepares for yet another powerful typhoon after KalmaegiThe country is struggling to recover from the aftermath of Kalmaegi, which has killed more than 180 people.
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Commentary: South China Sea collision allows Manila to challenge Beijing’s narrative
Read more: Commentary: South China Sea collision allows Manila to challenge Beijing’s narrativeAfter a Chinese navy destroyer and coast guard vessel collided during an attempt to disrupt a Philippine resupply mission, both sides will likely dig their heels in and heat things up, says S Rajaratnam School of International Studies’ Collin Koh.
Thailand
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Commission okays drone regulation reforms
Read more: Commission okays drone regulation reformsThe National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has approved a new set of draft regulations to expand drone spectrum use, upgrade technical standards, and strengthen oversight of drone operations nationwide.
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Commission ramps up crackdown on investment scams
Read more: Commission ramps up crackdown on investment scamsThe Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has intensified law enforcement actions to reinforce market credibility, as a sharp rise in investment scams, largely driven by social media, emerges as a growing systemic risk.
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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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Drilling down on US tariff manoeuvres
Read more: Drilling down on US tariff manoeuvresGlobal trade is grappling with uncertainties stemming from unpredictable US trade policy regarding tariffs. President Donald Trump has maintained his reliance on tariffs, aiming to reduce US imports, diminish the trade deficit, and revive American manufacturing.
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Philippine Red Cross prepares for yet another powerful typhoon after Kalmaegi
Read more: Philippine Red Cross prepares for yet another powerful typhoon after KalmaegiThe country is struggling to recover from the aftermath of Kalmaegi, which has killed more than 180 people.
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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.
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Thai soldier loses leg to landmine near Cambodian border
Read more: Thai soldier loses leg to landmine near Cambodian borderA Thai soldier was critically injured after stepping on an anti‑personnel landmine inside a military outpost in Surin province near the Cambodian border on Friday morning.