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Half a million people march in London for biggest anti-far-right demonstration
Read more: Half a million people march in London for biggest anti-far-right demonstrationOrganisers say the protest outnumbered a rally organised by extreme right-wing activist Tommy Robinson in September
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DHS staff celebrate as ‘glamour shots’ of Kristi Noem that lined the halls are finally removed: report
Read more: DHS staff celebrate as ‘glamour shots’ of Kristi Noem that lined the halls are finally removed: report‘Every single picture had a picture of Noem, and it was such a turn off,’ one official said
Asia
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At the world’s biggest wholesale market in China, it’s business as usual despite US tariffs
Read more: At the world’s biggest wholesale market in China, it’s business as usual despite US tariffsMerchants have been diversifying from the US market to mitigate the risks amid trade tensions.
Thailand
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Govt: Enough oil for local consumption but prices will rise
Read more: Govt: Enough oil for local consumption but prices will riseThe government has confirmed there are adequate supplies of oil for local consumption but warns local prices will still rise in line with global prices, even with the use of subsidies to offset the increase.
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Police building case against fugitive swindlers Ben Smith and wife
Read more: Police building case against fugitive swindlers Ben Smith and wifePolice searched six locations for more evidence against accused international swindlers Ben Smith and his wife on Monday, after the Criminal Court approved arrest warrants for the fugitive couple.
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Tensions cool on border
Read more: Tensions cool on borderMajor powers, diplomatic missions and humanitarian organisations have commended Thailand for freeing 18 Cambodian soldiers and reinforcing momentum behind the fragile ceasefire between the two countries.
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Weak economy could hamper prospects for crypto
Read more: Weak economy could hamper prospects for cryptoWhile the crypto trading industry expects a bright outlook in 2026, thanks to improved regulatory clarity and growing institutional investors, Binance TH expressed concerns over the stagnant economy that could affect nationwide adoption.
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Co-payment scheme ends, injecting B84bn into Thai economy
Read more: Co-payment scheme ends, injecting B84bn into Thai economyThe government’s Khon La Khrueng (half-half) Plus co-payment scheme has officially ended, with more than 9.21 million participants fully using their allotted benefits, while over 10.5 million users did not exhaust their entitlements.
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Renewables expansion facing fresh challenges
Read more: Renewables expansion facing fresh challengesCaretaker prime minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s decision to dissolve the House adds challenges to the state push for a transition to clean energy in 2026.
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Manufacturers brace for tough 2026
Read more: Manufacturers brace for tough 2026Thailand’s manufacturing sector is bracing for a difficult start to 2026, as political uncertainty, sluggish domestic demand and structural challenges continue to weigh on the economy.
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Curb the slurs, NHRC warns
Read more: Curb the slurs, NHRC warnsThe National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) issued a strongly worded statement condemning actions that violate human dignity and constitute sexual harassment.
