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New Nepal PM vows to follow protesters’ demands to ‘end corruption’
Read more: New Nepal PM vows to follow protesters’ demands to ‘end corruption’At least 72 people were killed in two days of protests, and 191 injured, the government’s chief secretary Eaknarayan Aryal said on Sunday (Sep 14), increasing an earlier toll of 51.
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From 43 to 80: Malaysia’s Islamist opposition party PAS sets target for parliamentary seats at next GE
Read more: From 43 to 80: Malaysia’s Islamist opposition party PAS sets target for parliamentary seats at next GEParti Islam Se-Malaysia had set out to win 40 seats at the November 2022 general election, eventually snagging 43 of the 222 seats in parliament.
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Malaysian singer Shila Amzah reveals identity of ‘legendary’ musician behind alleged verbal assault
Read more: Malaysian singer Shila Amzah reveals identity of ‘legendary’ musician behind alleged verbal assaultThe 34-year-old had previously lodged a police report on Jul 10, following allegations that a famous musician had verbally assaulted her on stage during a concert rehearsal. Speaking to reporters on Monday (Jul 14), Shila revealed the identity of the musician.
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6 babies rescued as Indonesia busts trafficking ring, 5 bound for buyers in Singapore: Reports
Read more: 6 babies rescued as Indonesia busts trafficking ring, 5 bound for buyers in Singapore: ReportsThe authorities said the syndicate has already carried out 24 such deals since 2023, with 15 of the babies taken to Singapore.
Thailand
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Panic as Myanmar bomb lands inside Thailand
Read more: Panic as Myanmar bomb lands inside ThailandMAE HONG SON – Thai villagers along the Salween River in Sob Moei district fled their homes on Monday after a bomb dropped by the Myanmar air force landed inside Thai territory during air strikes against ethnic Karen forces.
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Policeman on murder rap accused of insulting arresting officer
Read more: Policeman on murder rap accused of insulting arresting officerPATTAYA – A Pattaya policeman charged with the murder of a cannabis shop owner on Walking Street now faces an additional charge of insulting an on-duty officer while being restrained after the shooting.
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NHRC teams up to shield conscripts
Read more: NHRC teams up to shield conscriptsThe National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has joined hands with the army and navy in drafting a framework aimed at improving the treatment of new conscripts.
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DNP investigates illegal sanctuary roads
Read more: DNP investigates illegal sanctuary roadsThe Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) has pledged a full investigation into alleged illegal road construction in protected forest areas in Mae Hong Son.
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Barcode row intensifies
Read more: Barcode row intensifiesThe controversy surrounding barcodes and QR codes printed on ballot papers in the Feb 8 general election has intensified, with petitions now filed with the Ombudsman and the Administrative Court.
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New Nepal PM vows to follow protesters’ demands to ‘end corruption’
Read more: New Nepal PM vows to follow protesters’ demands to ‘end corruption’At least 72 people were killed in two days of protests, and 191 injured, the government’s chief secretary Eaknarayan Aryal said on Sunday (Sep 14), increasing an earlier toll of 51.
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From 43 to 80: Malaysia’s Islamist opposition party PAS sets target for parliamentary seats at next GE
Read more: From 43 to 80: Malaysia’s Islamist opposition party PAS sets target for parliamentary seats at next GEParti Islam Se-Malaysia had set out to win 40 seats at the November 2022 general election, eventually snagging 43 of the 222 seats in parliament.
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Lee and Jeeno dazzle at Honda LPGA Thailand
Read more: Lee and Jeeno dazzle at Honda LPGA ThailandPATTAYA – Lee So-Mi of South Korea seized the halfway lead at the Honda LPGA Thailand tournament in spectacular fashion on Friday, while Thai favourite Jeeno Thitikul celebrated her 23rd birthday with a magical masterclass.
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Life segment forecasts watershed year in 2026
Read more: Life segment forecasts watershed year in 2026Thailand’s life insurance industry is on track for a milestone year, with total premiums for both life and non-life projected to exceed 1 trillion baht for the first time, driven by strong growth in health and critical illness coverage despite lingering economic headwinds.
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Sovereign technology key to national security, say pundits
Read more: Sovereign technology key to national security, say punditsThailand must develop its own sovereign technology and innovative infrastructure to ensure long-term national security and economic growth, say tech researchers and a military official.