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Ukraine calls Russia's humanitarian corridors a 'genocidal' hoax
AFP, Published on 09/03/2022
» KYIV: The United States has banned imports of Russian oil, firing one of its biggest economic weapons against Moscow over the war in Ukraine where new humanitarian corridors were set to open Wednesday for civilians trying to escape besieged cities.
'Historic’ global plastics treaty in pipeline
Published on 26/02/2022
» More than 100 countries will gather in Nairobi next week to take the first steps toward establishing a historic global treaty to tackle the plastic crisis afflicting the planet.
Plastic treaty would be historic for planet: UNEP chief
AFP, Published on 25/02/2022
» NAIROBI - The world has a rare opportunity to clean up the planet for future generations by uniting behind an ambitious treaty to tackle plastic trash, the UN environment chief told AFP.
Zeus and free bitcoin: Super Bowl ad frenzy is back
AFP, Published on 10/02/2022
» NEW YORK - Big brands who in recent years have sat out the TV advertising frenzy around the biggest US sporting event -- the Super Bowl -- are returning in force Sunday and forking out millions for prime spots.
Looking ahead toward Apec 2022
Oped, Natapanu Nopakun, Published on 18/01/2022
» As the new year begins, it is high time to look back at the past year's achievements and, at the same time, to look ahead towards the next. If the Covid-19 pandemic which began in late 2019 and early 2020 took the world by surprise, and 2021 proved to be another year of daunting challenges, 2022 could see countries around the world continue to struggle, trying to open despite the emergence of new variants of the coronavirus, like the current Omicron.
Brands Walk Fine Line With Olympic Pitches Amid Criticism Over Beijing
Business, Published on 27/12/2021
» Advertisers are treading carefully when it comes to peddling their products and services during February's Beijing Winter Olympics, which have been shrouded by criticism over China's human-rights record.
Coke, Thai Smile launch promotion
Life, Published on 16/12/2021
» Coca-Cola Thailand is collaborating with THAI Smile Airways to launch the special promotion, "A Gift For Foodies And Travellers", where customers can enjoy flying, travelling and a delicious and refreshing experience at an exceptional value with two value offers.
The for-profit pandemic, and how to stop it
Oped, Published on 15/12/2021
» It has been less than two years since phrases like "flatten the curve", "contact tracing", "social distancing", and many others related to the Covid-19 pandemic entered the lexicon and became part of everyday communication. People everywhere have learned more about epidemiology, virology, and immunology than they ever expected they would.
Biden touts US as democracy champion, China scoffs
AFP, Published on 11/12/2021
» WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden said Friday that democracy "knows no borders" as he closed a two-day summit on democratic freedoms while fending off a storm of criticism from China and domestic critics alike.
Coke to Pay $5.6 Billion for Full Control of BodyArmor
Business, Published on 02/11/2021
» Coca-Cola Co. is buying full control of BodyArmor for $5.6 billion in a deal that values the sports drink brand at about $8 billion, according to people familiar with the matter, amping up a rivalry with Gatorade.