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Thaksin backs drug fight
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 28/05/2025
» Thaksin Shinawatra has urged the government to intensify its anti-drug war against the United Wa State Army (UWSA), known as the Red Wa, that operates in Myanmar, saying the foreign affairs minister will meet with representatives of neighbouring countries to discuss measures to combat drug networks.
Thaksin appearance puts end to flight rumours
Online Reporters, Published on 27/05/2025
» Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra showed up at the Office of Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) on Tuesday afternoon, putting to rest rumours that he planned to flee Thailand to escape the prospect of new legal fallout from a controversial hospital stay during his one-year prison term.
Xinjiang plans to open up to tourists, including foreigners
South China Morning Post, Published on 27/05/2025
» XINJIANG — China's Xinjiang - an ethnically diverse region that still faces Western sanctions over a slew of human-rights issues - plans to open up to more foreign visitors, as the local government strives to boost tourism and diversify the regional economy.
Anutin rejects claim of Bhumjaithai coalition exit
News, Post Reporters, Published on 27/05/2025
» Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has dismissed speculation over a potential cabinet reshuffle and the possibility of the Bhumjaithai Party he leads being ejected from the ruling coalition.
Rains hammer Chiang Mai districts
News, Post Reporters, Published on 27/05/2025
» Torrential rains have battered several districts in Chiang Mai, causing widespread flash floods, especially in San Pa Tong district, according to local authorities.
Thai consumer spending tightens
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 26/05/2025
» Quiet tourist attractions with fewer guests and complaints from local merchants about stagnant purchasing power have become more pronounced, as the Thai economy braces for another slump in the second quarter, which is typically a low season for spending.
George Floyd's uncertain legacy marked in US five years on
AFP, Published on 26/05/2025
» MINNEAPOLIS - Americans on Sunday marked five years since George Floyd was killed by a US police officer, as President Donald Trump backtracks on reforms designed to tackle racism.
Syria hails US lifting of Assad-era sanctions
AFP, Published on 25/05/2025
» DAMASCUS - Syrian authorities on Saturday announced an interior ministry restructuring that includes fighting cross-border drug and people smuggling as they seek to improve ties with Western nations that have lifted sanctions.
Dissident Iranian filmmaker Panahi wins top prize at Cannes
AFP, Published on 25/05/2025
» CANNES (FRANCE) - "It Was Just an Accident" by dissident Iranian director Jafar Panahi won the Palme d'Or for best film at the Cannes Festival on Saturday.
Is Trump’s ‘Made in America’ iPhone a fantasy?
Published on 24/05/2025
» SAN FRANCISCO — US President Donald Trump went on the offensive against Apple on Friday, demanding that the company begin making iPhones in the United States or pay tariffs of at least 25% on its iPhones made abroad.