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Russian ‘history hawk’ leading talks with Ukraine
AFP, Published on 15/05/2025
» ISTANBUL — Russia’s former culture minister and Kremlin aide Vladimir Medinsky took part in failed talks with Ukraine at the start of Moscow’s invasion in 2022 and has built a career promoting an ultra-patriotic version of Russian history.
Thailand Offers 30% Rebate to Lure Filmmakers
Published on 15/05/2025
» Thailand’s Department of Tourism is launching a proactive campaign to stimulate the economy and enhance the country’s image through a cash rebate incentive of up to 30% for international film productions. The initiative specifically targets production companies attending the 78th Cannes Film Festival in France this year, with the aim of attracting global film and series shoots to Thailand.
Deputy Speaker to face EC on May 19
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 15/05/2025
» Deputy Senate Speaker Kriangkrai Srirak confirmed he will appear before the Election Commission's (EC) inquiry panel on May 19 as summoned.
PM's TikTok stunt endorses local fare
News, Post Reporters, Published on 15/05/2025
» In a lighthearted move, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra posted a TikTok video of herself playing the role of a fruit vendor for a day, encouraging Thais to consume locally grown fruit.
Venezuela's fall deepens under Maduro's rule
Oped, Published on 15/05/2025
» What was akin to a celebration of global dictators and political rogues, Venezuela's Marxist dictator, Nicholas Maduro, visited Moscow to join Vladimir Putin in celebrating Russia's May 9 Victory Day Parade, the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's triumph over Nazi Germany. Mr Putin's pantheon included communist China's leader Xi Jinping and Brazil's President Lula da Silva, among others.
Tourism groups prepare proposals to offset crisis
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/05/2025
» The Federation of Thai Tourism Associations (Fetta) plans to submit a proposal to the prime minister in person this month, requesting a concrete plan to restore confidence and avoid a crisis.
French PM to testify on child abuse scandal
AFP, Published on 14/05/2025
» PARIS - French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou on Wednesday faces one of the most delicate moments of his five months in office as he responds to questions from a parliamentary committee investigating claims of sexual abuse at a Catholic school.
Eat Out with Marriott Bonvoy at Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong
Published on 14/05/2025
» Bangkok, May 15, 2025 – Bringing a fresh jolt of energy to Bangkok’s dining scene, Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong, the first Moxy Hotel in Thailand and the largest in Asia Pacific (excluding China), is turning up the flavour with two exclusive dining experiences under the Eat Out with Marriott Bonvoy campaign. Available now through 31 July 2025, the limited-time offers invite Marriott Bonvoy members to enjoy a vibrant, flavour-forward culinary escape at the hotel’s signature Moxy Bar & Restaurant.
FBS Named Asia’s Best Forex Broker for 2025
Published on 14/05/2025
» FBS, a leading global broker, proudly announces the achievement of four prestigious industry awards, strengthening its position as one of the most trusted and reliable brokers in the region.
UK soldier's fall sparks fundraiser
News, Supapong Chaolan, Published on 14/05/2025
» A 21-year-old British soldier is fighting to recover from life-altering injuries after falling from Na Mueang 2 Waterfall on Koh Samui, Surat Thani, prompting his girlfriend to launch a £100,000 (4.4 million baht) fundraising campaign to cover his mounting medical bills and arrange an emergency evacuation back to the UK.