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Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa application fee upheld by judge
New York Times, Published on 24/12/2025
» NEW YORK — A federal judge said the Trump administration can move ahead with a US$100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, providing a setback for US technology companies that rely on hiring skilled foreign workers.
Faozee dives into AI and connection in 'Synthetic Soul'
Life, Published on 24/12/2025
» Art viewers are invited to ponder on what it means to have a real human connection during "Synthetic Soul", which is running at RCB Photographers' Gallery, 2nd floor of River City Bangkok, Charoen Krung 24, until Jan 11.
Google warns staff with US visas against international travel
Reuters, Published on 20/12/2025
» BENGALURU — Alphabet's Google has advised some employees on US visas to avoid international travel due to delays at embassies, Business Insider reported on Friday, citing an internal email.
Rubio says won't force deal on Ukraine as Europeans join Miami talks
AFP, Published on 20/12/2025
» MIAMI - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday promised not to force Ukraine into any agreement to end Russia's invasion as European allies joined fresh talks in Miami.
Trump closes another door to immigrants after university shooting
Published on 19/12/2025
» WASHINGTON - The Trump administration has halted the US green card lottery programme, which it said was used by the suspect in the Brown University shooting and the killing of a Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor.
World Cup tickets set at $60 after backlash
AFP, Published on 17/12/2025
» PARIS — World Cup organisers unveiled a new cut-price ticket category on Tuesday after a backlash by fans over pricing for the 2026 tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
BBC to fight Trump’s $10-billion defamation lawsuit
AFP, Published on 16/12/2025
» LONDON - The BBC said on Tuesday it would fight a $10-billion lawsuit brought by US President Donald Trump against the British broadcaster over a documentary that edited his 2021 speech ahead of the US Capitol riot.
One Bangkok Presents 'The Empire of ONE' – A Grand New Year's Eve Countdown 2026
Published on 16/12/2025
» One Bangkok is preparing to host its spectacular New Year's Eve celebration, the “One Bangkok Countdown Celebration 2026: The Empire of ONE”. This iconic countdown event in the heart of Bangkok will usher in the grand era of the “Year of the Fire Horse” – a symbol of vitality, determination, adventure, and boundless transformation. At its core, the majestic 'Tower of the Empire' will rise within One Bangkok Park, forming a breathtaking central stage offering 360-degree entertainment designed to captivate every gaze. Headlining the event are global K-Pop sensations TAEYONG and YUTA, alongside an impressive line-up of 19 premier Thai artists, ensuring a truly unforgettable night of music and celebration on 31st December 2025, sparking joy and ushering in 2026.
Philippines says fishermen hurt, boats damaged by China in South China Sea
Reuters, Published on 13/12/2025
» MANILA — The Philippine coast guard said on Saturday that three Filipino fishermen had been wounded, and two fishing vessels suffered "significant damage" when Chinese coast guard ships fired water cannon in a disputed South China Sea shoal.
EU agrees three-euro small parcel tax to tackle China flood
AFP, Published on 13/12/2025
» BRUSSELS - European Union (EU) finance ministers agreed Friday to impose a three-euro duty on low-value imports into the bloc from July 2026 to help tackle a flood of small parcels ordered via the likes of Shein and Temu.