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AI fakes of accused US press gala gunman flood social media
AFP, Published on 29/04/2026
» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Facebook has been overrun with low-effort AI fakes inventing biographical details and celebrity connections for the man charged with trying to assassinate Donald Trump at a Washington press gala Saturday.
Navy backs B434m funding for new tanker
News, Published on 29/04/2026
» The Royal Thai Navy has approved a budget of 434 million baht to procure a new oil tanker to replace the ageing HTMS Chula, in a bid to lift its maritime logistics capabilities and support domestic shipbuilding.
Qualifier turns into reality check
Sports, Brett Brasier, Published on 29/04/2026
» It was with some trepidation that I recently attempted to qualify for the US Open. I emptied my savings account and went and had a look at Aronimink Golf Club located just outside of Philadelphia in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. The club has a rich history dating back to 1896. In 1926, Aronimink acquired 300 acres in Newtown Square and commissioned Donald Ross to design this historic golf course. On Memorial Day of 1928, the club moved into the current clubhouse.
A bridge too far
Oped, Postbag, Published on 29/04/2026
» Re: "Singapore eyes bridge potential", (BP, April 28) & Land Bridge plan due for cabinet", (BP, April 26). PM Anutin Charnvirakul says the proposed southern Land Bridge project is suddenly vital due to a temporary shift in global trade routes. Of course, such a quickly grabbed upon straw is put forth by politicians in their blind adoration of public–private partnerships, the mother of all graft mechanisms. What else have they got?
Art-pop icon David Byrne brings 'Who Is The Sky? Tour' to Bangkok
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 29/04/2026
» Mark your calendars for one of 2026's most anticipated live events as David Byrne brings his acclaimed new production "David Byrne: Who Is The Sky? Tour 2026" to Bangkok on Aug 10. The concert will take place at UOB LIVE, offering Thai audiences their first opportunity to experience the visionary artist's celebrated live performance in person.
EU urges Asean to shun Russian oil
Published on 28/04/2026
» BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei - The European Union’s top diplomat has urged partner countries in Southeast Asia not to turn to Russia for oil supplies as they try to cope with widespread fuel shortages caused by the Middle East conflict.
Russian oligarch’s superyacht clears Hormuz
Published on 28/04/2026
» A luxury superyacht linked to a Russian oligarch passed through the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend, data showed Tuesday, despite the parallel blockades maintained there by the United States and Iran.
UAE quits Opec in blow to global oil cartel
Published on 28/04/2026
» DUBAI - The United Arab Emirates said on Tuesday it was quitting Opec and Opec+, dealing a heavy blow to the oil exporting groups and their de facto leader, Saudi Arabia, at a time when the Iran war has caused a historic energy shock and unsettled the global economy.
UK launches appeal to uphold Palestine Action ban
Published on 28/04/2026
» LONDON - The British government on Tuesday sought to uphold a ban on the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action, which it has designated a terrorist organisation, after a court ruling that the move unlawfully interfered with freedom of expression.
Sail power makes a comeback in Channel
Published on 28/04/2026
» As governments and travellers look for ways to cut transport-related emissions, a small British startup company is offering passengers an alternative way to cross the English Channel: by sail.