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Art investments gain ground in Hong Kong amid market volatility, global uncertainty
Read more: Art investments gain ground in Hong Kong amid market volatility, global uncertaintyInvesting in art required millions of dollars in the past but today, investors can get into the market with works priced below US$50,000.
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Creators of hit video game Black Myth: Wukong announce sequel featuring legendary ghost slayer Zhong Kui
Read more: Creators of hit video game Black Myth: Wukong announce sequel featuring legendary ghost slayer Zhong KuiTitled Black Myth: Zhong Kui, the game is in early development, with no gameplay footage or release date revealed.
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Malaysia’s ex-chief justice opens up on recent delay in appointing top judges, ‘transparency problem’
Read more: Malaysia’s ex-chief justice opens up on recent delay in appointing top judges, ‘transparency problem’Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat agreed the constitution should be amended to remove the prime minister’s role in judicial appointments.
Thailand
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Airlines adjust operations amid ceasefire
Read more: Airlines adjust operations amid ceasefireDespite a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, Thai airlines still have to adjust their operational strategies for the summer schedule to match travel demand dampened by concerns over uncertainty surrounding the oil crisis.
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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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BJT nears majority in House
Read more: BJT nears majority in HouseThe Bhumjaithai (BJT) Party is reportedly bringing in nine MPs from the Klatham Party in support of its bid to form a new government, with no visible role for Capt Thamanat Prompow, the party’s chief adviser, in the emerging realignment, according to media reports.
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Pundits upbeat on monetary-fiscal fusing
Read more: Pundits upbeat on monetary-fiscal fusingThe Bank of Thailand’s rate cut this week, earlier than analysts expected, is a “positive surprise” sending a signal that monetary and fiscal policies should work more coherently from now on to prop up a subdued economy, note analysts.
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People’s Party files criminal complaint against EC
Read more: People’s Party files criminal complaint against ECThe People’s Party on Thursday filed a criminal complaint against the Election Commission (EC), alleging misconduct in its handling of the Feb 8 general election, including the use of “identifying marks” on ballot papers and dereliction of duty.
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Stricter rules for online gold platforms in March
Read more: Stricter rules for online gold platforms in MarchThe Bank of Thailand has introduced tighter controls for online gold trading platforms in a move to curb their impact on the baht, with the new rules set to take effect on March 1.
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Thai property market rebounds
Read more: Thai property market reboundsThe domestic housing market has already passed its trough, with supply and demand moving towards a more balanced level, says a property researcher.
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EC files complaint over obstruction of re-count
Read more: EC files complaint over obstruction of re-countThe Election Commission (EC) on Wednesday filed a police complaint against members of the public who observed a vote re-count at a polling unit in Bangkok’s Kannayao district, alleging their actions compromised the secrecy of the ballot.