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Taliban shuts down landline internet to curb ‘immorality’
Published on 23/09/2025
» KABUL - In a dim home used as a small business in Afghanistan, women bent over bright cloth use needles to form intricate embroidery. But their fibre-optic network in Kandahar — their primary link to buyers — has now gone dark.
OECD ups world economic outlook as tariffs contained, for now
AFP, Published on 23/09/2025
» PARIS - The world economy will grow more than previously forecast this year after absorbing the shock of US President Donald Trump's tariffs, but their full impact remains uncertain, the OECD said on Tuesday.
One Bangkok Unveils a Vision of ‘A City Always Ready’
Published on 23/09/2025
» In an era where urban living poses a myriad of challenges, the pursuit of an "ideal city" capable of comprehensively meeting every need and adapting to constant change has become paramount. This sentiment resonates with the Global Liveability Index 2025 report by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), which highlights that leading cities such as Copenhagen, Vienna, and Zurich consistently share a common thread: 'comprehensive quality of life.' This encompasses safety and security, health, environment, education, cost of living and robust infrastructure – all critical factors reflecting sustainable living. The pertinent question for a metropolis like Bangkok is: where can one find a place that delivers such a world-class living experience?
NYO3, Aker BioMarine Debut LPC Brain Innovation
Published on 23/09/2025
» Amid growing global interest in brain health and longevity, Asia’s most influential nutraceutical and functional food showcase offered a timely stage for the unveiling of a breakthrough in anti-ageing nutrition. Against this backdrop, the Bangkok edition of Vitafoods Asia 2025 became the setting for a pioneering debut — a next-generation innovation designed to enhance cognitive resilience and redefine how the body absorbs essential nutrients.
SX2025 sets global stage for sustainability action
Published on 23/09/2025
» The Sustainability Expo 2025 (SX2025), ASEAN’s largest and most influential sustainability event, will return to the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) from 26 September to 5 October. Now in its sixth year, the Expo is expanding its collaborative platform to international networks, setting a new benchmark as a global stage for sustainability.
Thai firms tap into Halal market boom
News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 23/09/2025
» This year's edition of the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS), organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), welcomed over 45,000 visitors from about 100 countries. The exhibition featured about 2,400 booths set up by participants from over 80 countries which are part of the event's International Sourcing Programme (ISP).
Police raid nets illegal surgical implants
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 23/09/2025
» Police seized more than 14,000 illegal silicone surgical implants from a warehouse in Bangkok that was selling them online and to numerous plastic surgery clinics.
S. Korea court issues arrest warrant for Unification Church leader: Yonhap
AFP, Published on 23/09/2025
» SEOUL - A Seoul court on Tuesday issued an arrest warrant for Unification Church leader Han Hak-ja over allegations of bribery linked to a former first lady and incitement to destroy evidence, the Yonhap news agency reported.
Hong Kong prepares for 'serious threat' from Super Typhoon Ragasa
AFP, Published on 23/09/2025
» HONG KONG - Hong Kong rushed to prepare for the arrival of Super Typhoon Ragasa on Tuesday, with officials warning of a "serious threat" comparable to some of the most destructive storms in the city's recent history.
Food safety under scrutiny
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 23/09/2025
» Although fruits and vegetables are a good source of vitamins and minerals, people are also aware that they may contain harmful residues due to the use of pesticides.