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Shooting stars
Asia focus, Narendra Kaushik, Published on 22/02/2016
» Led by a pair of elderly housewives, hundreds of girls in a region of northern India notorious for honour killings and bias against girl children have thrown off their veils and picked up the gun.
Pak Moon dam still a dilemma 25 years on
News, Published on 22/02/2016
» When dam proponents came to her house almost three decades ago and made promises that Pak Moon dam would bring prosperity and progress to surrounding villages, Lamphai Khamlap was immediately suspicious.
Patience yields results
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 22/02/2016
» Investors are chasing high-yield investments to generate income in a world where interest rates are at near zero or even in negative territory. Although the US Federal Reserve made its first rate rise in nearly a decade in December, the next lift-off is fairly certain to come later than the Fed's policy rate call in March.
Created for a better world
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 22/02/2016
» The capital of Sweden recently played host to Stockholm Design Week, which was held from Feb 8-14. Dating back to 2002, the week allowed design enthusiasts to hop freely from place to place in as many showrooms in different venues across the city showcasing their objets d'art.
Fund Managers: For the long run, being passive pays
Business, Published on 22/02/2016
» Among the politically active class, it seems two questions are uppermost in their minds: How did we get to this point? And what is the army for? My editor has often reminded me that this is an investment column and not a political column so I will let the prime minister answer the aforementioned questions.
Timeless elegance
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 22/02/2016
» Nestled in lush green ground in the Chidlom area, Nai Lert Park Heritage Home is a hidden treasure in the heart of the capital. Apart from the architectural beauty of the house, the 14 rai Nai Lert Park has historic importance as Bangkok's first Western-style park that existed even before Lumpini Park was initiated by King Rama VI in 1925. In his day this private property was open for the public to enjoy its tranquil atmosphere.
Alexander McQueen label makes London Fashion Week comeback
AFP, Published on 22/02/2016
» LONDON (UNITED KINGDOM) - Iconic fashion label Alexander McQueen returned to the London Fashion Week catwalk on Sunday for the first time in 14 years with a collection by British designer Sarah Burton.
Schiavone, 35, wins Rio WTA title
AFP, Published on 22/02/2016
» RIO DE JANEIRO - Former French Open champion Francesca Schiavone, who turns 36 in June, won her first title since 2013 on Sunday when she defeated Shelby Rogers of the United States 2-6, 6-2, 6-2 in the Rio de Janeiro final.
Querrey beats Ram for first ATP title since 2012
AFP, Published on 22/02/2016
» DELRAY BEACH (UNITED STATES) - Sam Querrey captured his first ATP title since 2012 on Sunday, defeating Rajeev Ram 6-4, 7-6 (8/6) in an all-American final at the Delray Beach Open.
O'Sullivan bounces back to beat Robertson in Welsh Open final
AFP, Published on 22/02/2016
» LONDON - Ronnie O'Sullivan won seven frames in a row to recover from a 5-2 deficit against Australia's Neil Robertson and win the Welsh Open final 9-5 in Cardiff on Sunday.