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Appeal court approves extradition of Vietnamese activist
Read more: Appeal court approves extradition of Vietnamese activistThe Court of Appeal has approved the extradition from Thailand of a prominent Vietnamese activist who was granted refugee status by the United Nations, in a case that is being watched by numerous international human rights groups.
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At least 13 dead in Hong Kong high-rise blaze
Read more: At least 13 dead in Hong Kong high-rise blazeHONG KONG – A huge fire ripped through several high-rise blocks in a Hong Kong residential estate on Wednesday, killing at least 13 people, with media reporting that more residents were trapped inside.
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Thai army says white phosphorus shells not subject to ban
Read more: Thai army says white phosphorus shells not subject to banThe Royal Thai Army on Tuesday rejected as misleading Cambodian allegations about its use of phosphorus munitions, saying the shells generate smoke and are not banned by international law.
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Film shoots energise tourism
Read more: Film shoots energise tourismThailand is reaping benefits from foreign blockbuster film shoots, as Krabi tourism observed a 30% visitor surge at attractions appearing in Jurassic World Rebirth, while the Alien: Earth series, which set a record investment budget, will help promote the nation as a global destination for film shoots and tourism.
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AI now a key feature of everyday life in Thailand
Read more: AI now a key feature of everyday life in ThailandSome 91% of Thai internet users now use artificial intelligence (AI) in their daily lives, up from 77% in 2024, reflecting how AI has become an “invisible” part of everyday life.
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Pheu Thai rallies to back besieged PM Paetongtarn
Read more: Pheu Thai rallies to back besieged PM PaetongtarnThe Pheu Thai Party on Monday gave its full backing to suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra ahead of the Constitutional Court’s ruling on a leaked audio clip and dismissed as highly unlikely the possibility of the Bhumjaithai Party rejoining the coalition even if a leadership change occurred.
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Thai govt takes Cambodian landmine saga to UN
Read more: Thai govt takes Cambodian landmine saga to UNThailand is stepping up its response to Cambodia’s alleged use of landmines along the border by invoking mechanisms under the Ottawa Convention and inviting international observers to witness the situation firsthand.
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Health minister distances himself from bid to dismiss rural doctor chief
Read more: Health minister distances himself from bid to dismiss rural doctor chiefPublic Health Minister Somsak Theptusin said on Monday he was unaware of an attempt to axe Supat Hasuwannakit, the Rural Doctor Club president, from the bureaucracy as a probe into his alleged wrongdoing took place before his tenure.
