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Hungary and Ukraine feuding over Russian oil
AFP, Published on 06/03/2026
» BUDAPEST - Kyiv accused Budapest of kidnapping seven of its citizens on Friday, as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said he would use “every means” to pressure Ukraine in an escalating row over stalled Russian oil supplies.
Ukraine accuses Hungary of taking 'hostage' bank staff carrying $40mn
AFP, Published on 06/03/2026
» KYIV (UKRAINE) - Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha accused Hungary on Friday of taking "hostage" a group of Ukrainian bank employees who were reportedly transporting US$40 million and nine kilogrammes of gold.
MK Unveils 'MK PARADISE' at Siam Paragon: Premium Stir-Fried Suki & New Menus
Published on 06/03/2026
» MK Restaurants has launched "MK Paradise" featuring “A Craftsmanship Premium Suki” concept. Offering a one-of-a-kind dining experience with its signature "stir-fried soup" technique ensuring freshness and attention to detail in every step, the new menu features high-quality suki, dim sum, single dishes, and appetisers. This elevated culinary experience takes place in a restaurant ambiance resembling dining in paradise, reflecting craftsmanship and dedication. Located exclusively at Siam Paragon, in the heart of the city, it is the first and only of its kind.
Ms.Jigger welcomes La Primavera: an Italian-inspired afternoon tea in bloom
Published on 06/03/2026
» (5 March 2026 – Bangkok, Thailand) – This spring, Ms.Jigger at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok invites guests to celebrate the season of renewal with La Primavera, a vibrant Italian-inspired afternoon tea that captures the freshness, colour and romance of springtime in every bite.
Paralympics brace for tense opening as Russia comes in from the cold
AFP, Published on 06/03/2026
» CORTINA D'AMPEZZO (ITALY) - The Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics start on Friday with an opening ceremony clouded by a boycott by several countries in protest at Russian athletes competing under their national flag for the first time since 2014.
US, Venezuela restore ties as Washington pushes for minerals access
AFP, Published on 06/03/2026
» MAIQUETíA (VENEZUELA) - Venezuela and the United States are restoring diplomatic ties, the two countries announced Thursday, in a new sign of thawing relations after Washington ousted former president Nicolas Maduro.
Bitcoin rebounds as conflict in Middle East intensifies
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 06/03/2026
» Bitcoin has rebounded to top US$70,000 despite escalating conflicts in the Middle East, diverging from most major assets including gold, as global investors move aggressively into US dollars, says digital asset fund manager Merkle Capital.
As chatbots replace care, more teens will pay price
Oped, Published on 06/03/2026
» In youth mental health care, a striking trend has emerged in recent years.
Winter Paralympics to start with icy blast as Ukraine lead ceremony boycott
AFP, Published on 05/03/2026
» CORTINA D'AMPEZZO (ITALY) - The Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics start on Friday but the atmosphere at the opening ceremony has been dampened by Ukraine leading a boycott against the presence of a handful of Russian competitors in the competition.
After oil, US moves to secure access to Venezuelan minerals
AFP, Published on 05/03/2026
» CARACAS - US mining companies are lining up to invest in Venezuela, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said during a visit to Caracas on Wednesday as he pushed for greater access to critical minerals.