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US and Iran agree deal in principle to finally reopen Strait of Hormuz as Tehran ‘promises to give up uranium’
Read more: US and Iran agree deal in principle to finally reopen Strait of Hormuz as Tehran ‘promises to give up uranium’The US and Iran have agreed to a deal in principle to finally reopen the Strait of Hormuz and give up its uranium supply, according to a senior official.
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Celebrating most prestigious, and junkers, of automobile world
Read more: Celebrating most prestigious, and junkers, of automobile worldIn California, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is widely considered the most prestigious car show in the world. But just a few miles away, the Concours d’Lemons celebrates the junkers of the automotive world.
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ICE hands members of Congress new memo blocking detention center visits — while they’re trying to get in
Read more: ICE hands members of Congress new memo blocking detention center visits — while they’re trying to get inLawmakers turned away from speaking with detainees during oversight visit of Otay Mesa detention center despite court rulings
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Iran-US war latest: Trump says ceasefire on ‘massive life support’ after Tehran hit back at president’s outburst
Read more: Iran-US war latest: Trump says ceasefire on ‘massive life support’ after Tehran hit back at president’s outburstA ceasefire was set up for peace talks between Iran and the US – but with Trump rejecting Iran’s response on Sunday there are fears fighting could resume
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Starmer latest: Home secretary urges PM to set timetable to resign as Streeting leadership bid looms
Read more: Starmer latest: Home secretary urges PM to set timetable to resign as Streeting leadership bid loomsThe prime minister is facing immense pressure to resign as more than 80 MPs from different wings of the party call for a change of leadership
Asia
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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.
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‘Kamikaze drones’, laser systems: Malaysia to boost defence industry amid ‘uncertain security realities’
Read more: ‘Kamikaze drones’, laser systems: Malaysia to boost defence industry amid ‘uncertain security realities’The new National Defence Industry Policy aims to reduce Malaysia’s reliance on foreign security and defence technology and bolster long-term domestic industrial capacity.
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Remaining bodies found of 10 killed in Indonesia plane crash
Read more: Remaining bodies found of 10 killed in Indonesia plane crashThe turboprop plane, chartered by the fisheries ministry, was carrying seven crew members and three civil servants when it lost contact with air traffic control on Jan 17.
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Indonesia accepts Trump’s invitation to join ‘Board of Peace’ as experts warn of risks, potential domestic fallout
Read more: Indonesia accepts Trump’s invitation to join ‘Board of Peace’ as experts warn of risks, potential domestic falloutBesides Indonesia, fellow Southeast Asian nation Vietnam has also agreed to be a member of the Board of Peace.
Thailand
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Chadchart exit may trigger vote
Read more: Chadchart exit may trigger voteIf Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt resigns from office, a new gubernatorial election must be held within 60 days, says the Bangkok Election Commission.
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Concerns over Land Bridge grow
Read more: Concerns over Land Bridge growThe proposed Land Bridge project has returned to the centre of national debate, with supporters hailing it as a potential economic game-changer and critics warning it could become one of Thailand’s costliest and most environmentally damaging gambles.
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PP maps out plans for ‘shadow cabinet’
Read more: PP maps out plans for ‘shadow cabinet’The opposition People’s Party (PP) has set a framework and priorities for its newly formed “shadow cabinet”, pledging intensive oversight of the government over the next month while offering alternative policy proposals.
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Democrats call for review of Land Bridge plan
Read more: Democrats call for review of Land Bridge planThe Democrat Party has called for the House of Representatives to set up a committee to scrutinise the government’s proposed Land Bridge megaproject, citing concerns over transparency, economic viability and what they described as an unusual rush to push the plan ahead.
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Thaksin granted parole, set for release on May 11
Read more: Thaksin granted parole, set for release on May 11Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been approved for parole without the requirement to wear an electronic monitoring (EM) device, with his release scheduled for May 11.
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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.
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Survey finds worry among labourers
Read more: Survey finds worry among labourersThe University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) anticipates government initiatives such as “Thai Chuay Thai” and “Khon La Khrueng Plus” co-payment schemes can effectively stimulate the economy as consumers tighten their spending because of insecurity about employment and future income.
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Travel agents slam B1,000 exit tax
Read more: Travel agents slam B1,000 exit taxThe Thai Travel Agents Association (TTAA) strongly opposes the government’s plan to levy a 1,000‑baht departure tax on Thai travellers, warning it will hamper two‑way tourism and hurt the economy during a cost-of-living crisis.
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Thai Airways to almost double fuel surcharges this week
Read more: Thai Airways to almost double fuel surcharges this weekThai Airways International will raise its fuel surcharges by nearly 100% on many routes for tickets issued from May 1 onwards to cope with the soaring price of jet fuel.