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Iran-US war latest: American military targets Iran’s ‘surveillance capabilities’ in latest round of strikes
Read more: Iran-US war latest: American military targets Iran’s ‘surveillance capabilities’ in latest round of strikesUS Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that the military would be ‘busy tonight’ ahead of the fresh strikes
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ICE denied having a database of protesters it brands ‘domestic terrorists’ — but a letter to Congress suggests otherwise
Read more: ICE denied having a database of protesters it brands ‘domestic terrorists’ — but a letter to Congress suggests otherwiseAn agent was filmed in January telling an observer they were being added to a ‘nice little database’
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Mandelson files latest: Starmer to chair Cabinet meeting after files reveal criticism of ‘beleaguered’ No10 operation
Read more: Mandelson files latest: Starmer to chair Cabinet meeting after files reveal criticism of ‘beleaguered’ No10 operationThe former Labour peer said the No10 operation was ‘beleaguered and bereft’
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‘Mandelson Files’ reveal seething chaos at the heart of Labour – with ministers moaning about Starmer, sniping at Reeves and MPs demanding ‘more tax to pay benefits’
Read more: ‘Mandelson Files’ reveal seething chaos at the heart of Labour – with ministers moaning about Starmer, sniping at Reeves and MPs demanding ‘more tax to pay benefits’The Government has finally published 1,500 pages of material covering Peter Mandelson’s disastrous appointment as US ambassador.
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Trump’s ceasefire collapses as Iran ENDS peace talks over Benjamin Netanyahu’s fresh bombing campaign
Read more: Trump’s ceasefire collapses as Iran ENDS peace talks over Benjamin Netanyahu’s fresh bombing campaignIran has severed all diplomatic talks with the United States, accusing Israel of violating the ceasefire by bombing its proxy militia Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Asia
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Myanmar release of Aung San Suu Kyi top ally spurs small democracy hope
Read more: Myanmar release of Aung San Suu Kyi top ally spurs small democracy hopeWin Myint’s pardon on Friday (Apr 17) was the biggest concession yet by the country’s post-coup leadership. Analysts argue it is actually a sign of the unassailed strength of Min Aung Hlaing’s leadership.
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Australia, Japan ink multibillion dollar warship deal
Read more: Australia, Japan ink multibillion dollar warship dealJapan agreed on Saturday (Apr 18) on a deal to provide Australia’s navy with the first of almost a dozen stealth frigates.
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Raising the steaks: China launches barbecue university programme, welcoming first cohort of students
Read more: Raising the steaks: China launches barbecue university programme, welcoming first cohort of studentsAs part of a three-year diploma programme, students will receive specialised training in areas like ingredient selection, charcoal control and flavour development, alongside business and restaurant management skills.
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Taiwan parliament authorises signing of stalled US$9 billion US arms deals
Read more: Taiwan parliament authorises signing of stalled US$9 billion US arms dealsA second arms package, worth around US$14 billion, could be approved for Taiwan after US President Donald Trump visits Beijing later this month.
Thailand
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Local sustainable bond issuance exceeds B1.1tn
Read more: Local sustainable bond issuance exceeds B1.1tnThailand’s sustainable bond market has surpassed 1.1 trillion baht in cumulative issuance, with regulators and market participants now turning their attention to transition finance as the next major growth driver, particularly for carbon-intensive industries seeking funding to support decarbonisation efforts.
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The great power plant sell-off
Read more: The great power plant sell-offMajor Thai energy firms have divested their power plant assets to divert money to clean energy.
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Operators back 30-day visa return
Read more: Operators back 30-day visa returnTourism operators in Phuket and Pattaya backed the government’s decision to restore 30-day visa-free stays, saying the move would help curb illegal businesses and low-spending long-stay visitors.
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Thai airlines grapple with jet fuel surge
Read more: Thai airlines grapple with jet fuel surgeDespite increased airfares, airlines have been unable to absorb rising jet fuel costs during the summer period, with this expense increasing from 30-35% of operational costs to 60% in May.
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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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Myanmar release of Aung San Suu Kyi top ally spurs small democracy hope
Read more: Myanmar release of Aung San Suu Kyi top ally spurs small democracy hopeWin Myint’s pardon on Friday (Apr 17) was the biggest concession yet by the country’s post-coup leadership. Analysts argue it is actually a sign of the unassailed strength of Min Aung Hlaing’s leadership.
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Australia, Japan ink multibillion dollar warship deal
Read more: Australia, Japan ink multibillion dollar warship dealJapan agreed on Saturday (Apr 18) on a deal to provide Australia’s navy with the first of almost a dozen stealth frigates.
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Pattaya hotel temporarily closed for safety after fire
Read more: Pattaya hotel temporarily closed for safety after firePATTAYA – A hotel damaged by fire was ordered closed by Pattaya City on Friday for safety pending a comprehensive check by engineers for any damage to the structure.
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Premier backs Privy Council attendance
Read more: Premier backs Privy Council attendanceRecent participation of Privy Council members in a meeting with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) is not interference in government affairs, said Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, who accused critics of lacking understanding of state administration.
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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.