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National Guard deployment has had ‘no measurable effect on violent crime’ in DC – despite Trump’s claims
Read more: National Guard deployment has had ‘no measurable effect on violent crime’ in DC – despite Trump’s claimsPresident Trump has frequently credited the National Guard operation with ‘solving’ crime in Washington, even though the evidence is far more nuanced
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London Tube strikes live: Commuters face travel misery as second major walkout in a week begins
Read more: London Tube strikes live: Commuters face travel misery as second major walkout in a week beginsThe strikes are in response to issues including a new four-day week
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This private, 243-acre Greek island is on sale for half the price of a London flat – but there’s a costly catch
Read more: This private, 243-acre Greek island is on sale for half the price of a London flat – but there’s a costly catchOriginally listed for sale in 2022 at €8 million, Makri has had its asking price dramatically reduced – and it now costs less than most city flats.
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Jannik Sinner in ‘heat cheat’ storm at the French Open: World No 1 is knocked out – after being accused of using dishonest tactics to escape from Paris 32C heatwave
Read more: Jannik Sinner in ‘heat cheat’ storm at the French Open: World No 1 is knocked out – after being accused of using dishonest tactics to escape from Paris 32C heatwaveJannik Sinner wilted in the heat in dramatic fashion as the world No 1 crashed out of the French Open under the searing Paris sun.
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‘Frightened’ Jill Biden thought Joe was having a stroke during disastrous debate with Trump
Read more: ‘Frightened’ Jill Biden thought Joe was having a stroke during disastrous debate with TrumpBiden, looking pale and sounding hoarse, rambled through his agenda during the most consequential debate of the 2024 election
Asia
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Two arrested over killing of 80-year-old Singaporean man in Central Java in suspected love triangle
Read more: Two arrested over killing of 80-year-old Singaporean man in Central Java in suspected love triangleThe body of Syed Saleh Awad was discovered on Feb 20 in a river in Cilacap regency. The alleged mastermind remains at large.
Thailand
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Thai Airways told to add flights to secondary airports
Read more: Thai Airways told to add flights to secondary airportsThe Transport Ministry wants Thai Airways International to increase domestic flights and open new international routes to secondary domestic destinations popular with foreign tourists.
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Blue regime debate ignites
Read more: Blue regime debate ignitesThe political landscape has proceeded to a new phase of debate following accusations by opposition leaders that the country is now operating under what they describe as the “blue regime”.
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Higher electricity prices to hit large Thai families
Read more: Higher electricity prices to hit large Thai familiesLarge households and small businesses operating from residential properties are expected to face higher electricity bills from July, as the government prepares to roll out a new tariff system.
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People’s Party leader says ‘blue regime’ stifles Thailand
Read more: People’s Party leader says ‘blue regime’ stifles ThailandPeople’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut has warned that Thailand remains under a “blue regime” that concentrates power in the hands of elites, as he called for the creation of a new “politics of hope” through the drafting of a new constitution.
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Thai business groups urge action on worker shortages as costs soar
Read more: Thai business groups urge action on worker shortages as costs soarThe government must take urgent action to tackle a migrant worker shortage that has compounded the economic strains brought about by elevated energy costs and put key sectors in jeopardy, a business body said on Friday.
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Anutin departs for France
Read more: Anutin departs for FrancePrime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is set to meet French President Emmanuel Macron during a seven-day trip to France that began on Thursday, aiming to boost French investment in Thailand.
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Exim Bank raises export growth projection to 7%
Read more: Exim Bank raises export growth projection to 7%The Export-Import Bank of Thailand (Exim Bank) has raised its export growth forecast for this year, following a 17% surge in shipments during the first quarter.
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Esports in Thai schools to help build ‘digital human capital’
Read more: Esports in Thai schools to help build ‘digital human capital’The Thai government is pushing to integrate esports into schools nationwide, changing the perception from mere entertainment into a tool for preparing “digital human capital” for the global creative industry.