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Embattled May dangles promise of new Brexit vote
AFP, Published on 22/05/2019
» LONDON - British Prime Minister Theresa May vowed Tuesday to give lawmakers a vote on holding a second Brexit referendum as part of her final effort to salvage her hated EU divorce deal.
Austrian chancellor under pressure in wake of corruption scandal
AFP, Published on 22/05/2019
» VIENNA - Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz was facing the prospect of a no-confidence vote in parliament as he grappled Tuesday with the fallout from the "Ibiza-gate" scandal that toppled his coalition with the far right.
Ramps give disabled train access at last
News, Thodsapol Hongtong, Published on 22/05/2019
» After having been in service for nearly nine years, the Airport Rail Link has finally begun using portable wheelchair ramps to help disabled people board and alight from its trains.
The borders of security
Life, James Hein, Published on 22/05/2019
» It's becoming more common for agents at some borders to demand your device passwords so they can check what you have on them. Given the power of the modern smartphone, partially indicated by the cost of the top-end models, this makes sense, as they are basically mini notebook computers. If you really want to protect your data, keep it elsewhere.
Pearls of wisdom
Life, Amitha Amranand, Published on 22/05/2019
» Nana Dakin is a familiar name on the Thai theatre scene. The member of B-floor Theatre is known for her intelligent and sensitive pieces of physical theatre that deal with such issues as identity, migration and violence.
Iran: 'Boots on the ground' war unwinnable
News, Gwynne Dyer, Published on 22/05/2019
» 'After a long debate, the highest levels of the military could not forecast a way in which things would end favourably for the United States," said Richard Clarke, counter-terrorism adviser in the White House under three administrations. That was back in 2007, and he was talking about the Pentagon's attempts to come up with a winning strategy for a US war with Iran. No matter how they gamed it, the US lost.
Baby steps toward a society of longevity
News, Somkiat Tangkitvanich, Published on 22/05/2019
» Extend the retirement age. Support labour-saving technology. Promote active ageing. Help workers learn new skills. Set up an old-age insurance system. And reduce the number of conscripts to ease the labour shortage.
Growth hits shaky patch
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/05/2019
» Thailand's economy grew just 2.8% in the first quarter of this year, its slowest rate since the end of 2014, due largely to a drop in exports and public investment.
PPRP eyes coalition allies
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/05/2019
» The pro-regime Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) is stepping up its efforts to win over the Bhumjaithai and Democrat parties to ensure a PPRP-led coalition government materialises before parliament convenes on Friday.
Redefine your cinema experience
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 22/05/2019
» On a recent visit to Singapore I found myself heading to Sentosa. And it wasn't for Universal Studios (give me some credit). I wanted to check out Peroni Sunset Cinema, which was held from May 2-15, to see what all the fuss was about.