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Judge dismisses Trump suit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein letter
Read more: Judge dismisses Trump suit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein letterA federal judge in Miami handed President Trump a defeat in his defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over a story about a birthday book for Jeffrey Epstein.
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Eric Swalwell drops out of California governor’s race after multiple sexual misconduct allegations
Read more: Eric Swalwell drops out of California governor’s race after multiple sexual misconduct allegationsA former staffer and three other women accused Swalwell of repeatedly making unwanted sexual advances
Asia
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Malaysia PM Anwar tables US$99.3 billion Budget 2026, set to be country’s largest ever
Read more: Malaysia PM Anwar tables US$99.3 billion Budget 2026, set to be country’s largest everThe RM419.2 billion (US$99.3 billion) allocated for Budget 2026 outstrips the record RM412.1 billion expenditure earmarked for this year, which in turn was adjusted from an earlier allocation of RM421 billion.
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What’s the flap in Indonesia over pirate protest flag against Prabowo government?
Read more: What’s the flap in Indonesia over pirate protest flag against Prabowo government?A pirate flag from the Japanese anime series One Piece has ignited controversy across Indonesia, with its symbolism of public discontent towards those in power drawing a strong government response.
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China accuses Philippines of ‘playing with fire’ on Taiwan
Read more: China accuses Philippines of ‘playing with fire’ on Taiwan“‘Geographical proximity’ and ‘large overseas populations’ are not excuses for a country to interfere in the internal affairs of others,” China’s foreign ministry said.
Thailand
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Gold prices plunge in Thailand
Read more: Gold prices plunge in ThailandGold prices in Thailand dropped sharply on Monday, falling by 3,850 baht from the previous close, according to the latest update from the Gold Traders Association.
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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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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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Malaysia PM Anwar tables US$99.3 billion Budget 2026, set to be country’s largest ever
Read more: Malaysia PM Anwar tables US$99.3 billion Budget 2026, set to be country’s largest everThe RM419.2 billion (US$99.3 billion) allocated for Budget 2026 outstrips the record RM412.1 billion expenditure earmarked for this year, which in turn was adjusted from an earlier allocation of RM421 billion.
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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.