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Wine consumption falls heavily into the red
AFP, Published on 16/04/2025
» PARIS - Worldwide consumption of wine fell in 2024 to its lowest level in more than 60 years, the main trade body said Tuesday, raising concerns about new risks from US tariffs.
Paris Olympic torches, other memorabilia auctioned off
AFP, Published on 14/04/2025
» PARIS - Torches used in the 2024 Paris Olympics, and numerous other official memorabilia were auctioned off on Sunday, with fans and a museum among the keen bidders.
Kunlavut makes history in China
Post Reporters, Published on 13/04/2025
» Kunlavut Vitidsarn became the first Thai men’s singles player to claim the Asian title after his victory at the US$500,000 (approx 17.3 million baht) Badminton Asia Championships in Ningbo, China, on Sunday.
Bangkok’s New Culinary Chapter Unfolds
Published on 11/04/2025
» Bangkok, Thailand – [11 April 2024] – Blue by Alain Ducasse unveils a new facet to Bangkok’s newest gastronomy chapter with a casual all-day-dining space at ICONSIAM. Showcasing an exciting new menu of curated international favourites across 120 sqm of contemporary elegance, this extension brings a relaxed yet refined approach to dining; allowing guests an informal experience different to the main restaurant, which continues to offer luxurious fine dining befitting its one Michelin star status.
Women to outnumber men at LA28
Sports, Published on 11/04/2025
» The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has approved athlete quotas and event programme for the 2028 Los Angeles Games, IOC member Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul said.
Miuccia Prada's path from activist to top designer
AFP, Published on 10/04/2025
» MILAN (ITALY) - As a student in the volatile May of 1968, Miuccia Prada took to the streets of Milan to demonstrate for women's rights wearing an Yves Saint Laurent suit.
AI surge ‘to double data centre power demand by 2030’
AFP, Published on 10/04/2025
» PARIS - Electricity consumption by data centres will more than double by 2030, driven by artificial intelligence applications that will create new challenges for energy security and CO2 emission goals, according to the the International Energy Agency (IEA).
Swimmers get medal boost with new events added for 2028 Olympics
AFP, Published on 10/04/2025
» LOS ANGELES — Six new events were added Wednesday to the Olympic swimming programme, with 50-metre backstroke, butterfly and breaststroke to be contested for the first time at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
World’s ‘exceptional’ heat streak continues
AFP, Published on 08/04/2025
» PARIS - Global temperatures hovered at historic highs in March, Europe’s climate monitor said on Tuesday, prolonging an unprecedented heat streak that has pushed the bounds of scientific explanation.
Why is the NBA eyeing Europe?
AFP, Published on 08/04/2025
» PARIS - The National Basketball Association has said it is “exploring” the creation of a professional basketball league in Europe, but the plans remain vague and raise many questions.