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Outrage from Trump’s closest allies begging him to show ‘humility’ after Jesus image goes viral – and Iran’s top leader slams ‘insult’ to Pope Leo
Read more: Outrage from Trump’s closest allies begging him to show ‘humility’ after Jesus image goes viral – and Iran’s top leader slams ‘insult’ to Pope LeoConservatives are expressing outrage after Donald Trump posted an image of portraying himself as Jesus Christ, forcing fractures among his evangelical base.
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Trump faces backlash over post depicting him like Jesus
Read more: Trump faces backlash over post depicting him like JesusThe image depicts President Trump in a white robe and red sash with a ball of light in one hand and the other hand extended in healing.
Asia
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Melaka teen allegedly gang raped in school by senior students, Malaysia education minister warns no compromise
Read more: Melaka teen allegedly gang raped in school by senior students, Malaysia education minister warns no compromiseFour suspects have since been remanded for six days to assist investigations under Section 375B of the Penal Code for gang rape.
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Commentary: Espionage and tariffs can’t tarnish TSMC’s crown
Read more: Commentary: Espionage and tariffs can’t tarnish TSMC’s crownIt’s been a long week for the world’s largest chipmaker. But it’s still selling the shovels during an AI gold rush, says Catherine Thorbecke for Bloomberg Opinion.
Thailand
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Klatham ‘waiting in the wings’
Read more: Klatham ‘waiting in the wings’In Thailand’s fluid and transactional political landscape, the emergence of the Klatham Party as a “waiting wing” opposition reflects a calibrated strategy.
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AI race spurs digital self-reliance push
Read more: AI race spurs digital self-reliance pushThe issue of sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a strategic priority for governments and enterprises worldwide, as countries seek greater control over critical digital infrastructure, data and computing capabilities.
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Gold, emerging nations feature in Faber’s portfolio
Read more: Gold, emerging nations feature in Faber’s portfolioEconomist and veteran investor Marc Faber underscored inflation as a central force shaping the next investment cycle, highlighting gold and emerging markets as core themes for future investing.
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People’s Party unveils ‘Blueprint to transform Thailand’
Read more: People’s Party unveils ‘Blueprint to transform Thailand’Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, who serves as both leader of the People’s Party (PP) and its main prime ministerial candidate, delivered a major campaign speech in Udon Thani province on Thursday, declaring the party’s readiness to form what he called “a government of the people” that would work for all citizens without any political divisions.
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Accusations fly over political audio clip
Read more: Accusations fly over political audio clipA former Kanchanaburi provincial councillor has come forward to explain why he secretly recorded a phone call that has since sparked controversy, as the Pheu Thai Party moved to file a complaint with the Election Commission (EC).
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Melaka teen allegedly gang raped in school by senior students, Malaysia education minister warns no compromise
Read more: Melaka teen allegedly gang raped in school by senior students, Malaysia education minister warns no compromiseFour suspects have since been remanded for six days to assist investigations under Section 375B of the Penal Code for gang rape.
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Democrats rule out early talks
Read more: Democrats rule out early talksDemocrat Party leader and prime ministerial candidate Abhisit Vejjajiva said the party’s political stance after the Feb 8 election would depend entirely on the results.
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MTS Gold bullish on long-term price trend
Read more: MTS Gold bullish on long-term price trendMTS Gold Mae Thongsuk, one of Thailand’s largest gold dealers, has maintained a bullish outlook for gold over the medium and long term.
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Three Thais arrested for smuggling 14 Chinese nationals
Read more: Three Thais arrested for smuggling 14 Chinese nationalsThree Thai men have been arrested after police found 14 illegal migrants from China inside two vehicles in Muang district of Saraburi province.