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Russian propagandists slam Putin’s crackdown on Telegram
Published on 17/02/2026
» Some of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s most vocal fans are up in arms over the Kremlin’s latest move to restrict the Telegram messaging service and push people to use a new state-backed alternative.
Shein in EU crosshairs over ‘childlike’ sex dolls
AFP, Published on 17/02/2026
» BRUSSELS - The European Union on Tuesday opened an investigation into the online retail giant Shein over the sale of childlike sex dolls and what it called the platform’s “addictive design”.
Thai banks’ bad loans dip slightly
Published on 17/02/2026
» Thai banks’ non-performing loans stood at 2.84% of outstanding credit at the end of December, down from 2.94% at the end of September, the central bank said on Tuesday.
Malaysia drops defamation case against Australian in Thailand
Published on 17/02/2026
» Malaysia has withdrawn a criminal defamation complaint lodged in Thailand against an Australian journalist, his lawyer said on Tuesday, after he agreed to apologise and take down articles deemed defamatory.
Slovakia revamps bunkers with Ukraine war uncomfortably close
AFP, Published on 17/02/2026
» NITRA — The war in neighbouring Ukraine feels distant to many in the Slovak city of Nitra but the local council is preparing for the worst and revamping its Cold War-era nuclear fallout shelters.
France's Macron eyes fighter jet deal in India
AFP, Published on 17/02/2026
» MUMBAI — French President Emmanuel Macron will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mumbai on Tuesday, as he begins a three-day visit to India focused on artificial intelligence (AI) cooperation and a potential multibillion dollar fighter jet deal.
Woman faces additional charges over Thai girl sex work case in Tokyo
Kyodo News, Published on 17/02/2026
» KYODO — A Thai woman has been served with a fresh arrest warrant in connection with the case of a Thai girl who was found engaging in sex work in Tokyo when she was 12, Japanese police said on Tuesday.
Drugs worth B200m found under cargo of garlic
Online Reporters, Published on 17/02/2026
» Highway police seized 2.1 million methamphetaine pills and 26 kilogrammes of crystal meth found concealed beneath a load of garlic, and arrested the pickup driver, in Saraburi province.
Renaissance Phuket Highlights Award-Winning Dining at Takieng & Sand Box Beachfront Bar
Published on 17/02/2026
» Phuket, Thailand – Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa continues to affirm its standing as one of Phuket’s leading culinary destinations, as its signature restaurants Takieng Phuket and Sand Box Beachfront Bar & Eatery receive prestigious accolades recogniaing their culinary excellence, distinctive experiences and exceptional beachfront settings.
Park Hyatt Bangkok & Pimali Foundation: 10 years of opening doors for future talent
Published on 17/02/2026
» Park Hyatt Bangkok extends its congratulations to Pimali Foundation as it celebrates 10 years of purpose and people, a decade dedicated to expanding opportunities for underprivileged youth through practical skills and pathways to long-term employment. Founded in 2012, the Pimali Foundation was created to fight the exploitation of disadvantaged youth and reduce poverty in Thailand’s Northeast using hands-on hospitality training to help young people build independence and a sustainable future.