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South African DJ's murder exposes nexus between crime and power
AFP, Published on 25/07/2025
» JOHANNESBURG — On a quiet November night in 2022, DJ Sumbody -- a rising star in South Africa's music scene -- was gunned down in a hail of bullets while heading home.
Press groups warn over frontline coverage
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 25/07/2025
» Three media professional organisations yesterday issued a joint statement expressing concern for the safety of journalists covering the Thai-Cambodian conflict in high-risk areas following Cambodian attacks that left at least 11 people dead and dozens injured.
Ministry keen to press financial bills
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 07/07/2025
» Despite ongoing political uncertainty, the Finance Ministry appears poised to push forward three key financial bills.
Calls mount for structural reform in Thailand
Published on 05/07/2025
» Structural reforms, deregulation and a cohesive national vision are needed to help Thailand navigate an increasingly volatile global landscape, prominent figures from government, industry and academia said at a recent event held by the National Press Council in Bangkok.
Hong Kong opposition party disbands citing 'immense' pressure
AFP, Published on 30/06/2025
» HONG KONG - One of Hong Kong's last remaining opposition parties has officially disbanded, its leader announced Sunday, citing "immense political pressure" as Beijing's years-long crackdown on dissent transforms the semi-autonomous Chinese city.
MPs press for Thai-Cambodia negotiations
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 25/06/2025
» Thailand and Cambodia will have to return to the negotiating table eventually to resolve their border dispute, as retaliatory measures are merely for short-term effect, according to the chairperson of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Thai PM seeks international crackdown on Cambodia-based scams
Post Reporters, Published on 23/06/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has vowed to take down scam gangs based in Cambodia, saying the more they lose, the safer Thais are. She also announced the disconnection of supplies and an invitation for global support to strengthen the fight.
Cambodia abruptly closes border gate, stops buying power from Thailand
Online Reporters, Published on 13/06/2025
» Cambodian authorities unilaterally closed an international border gate opposite Chanthaburi province on Friday with no prior notice, the latest development in the ongoing tensions between the two countries.
Government accused of exposing journalist
News, Post Reporters, Published on 13/06/2025
» The Thai Journalists Association (TJA) has condemned Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's media team for actions it says amount to intimidation of the press, following the filming and online dissemination of a journalist questioning the premier.
Thai consumer confidence hits 27-month low
Published on 12/06/2025
» Thai consumer confidence dropped for a fourth consecutive month in May, falling to its lowest level in 27 months, due to concerns over US tariffs and a sluggish economy, a survey showed on Thursday.