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Taliban ‘beard police’ pursue Afghan barbers
AFP, Published on 19/02/2026
» KABUL - Barbers in Afghanistan risk detention for trimming men’s beards too short, they told AFP, as the Taliban authorities enforce their strict interpretation of Islamic law with increasing zeal.
Denmark's King Frederik in Greenland for symbolic show of support
AFP, Published on 19/02/2026
» NUUK - Denmark's King Frederik X arrived in Greenland on Wednesday for a three-day visit in a show of support for the autonomous Danish territory coveted by US President Donald Trump.
Trump kicks off his 'Board of Peace,' with eye on Gaza and beyond
AFP, Published on 19/02/2026
» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump on Thursday gathers allies to inaugurate the "Board of Peace," his new institution focused on progress on Gaza but whose ambitions reach much further.
Suchart acts to stop illegal forest activity
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 19/02/2026
» Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin has ordered an urgent crackdown on alleged abuses of authority in forest areas, sending officials to Mae Hong Son and setting a three-day deadline to clarify allegations against the head of Mae Yuam Wildlife Sanctuary.
Thailand reviewing visa-free stays as local complaints pile up
Gary Boyle, Published on 19/02/2026
» Thailand’s caretaker government is considering a reduction of the 60‑day visa‑free stay period, following numerous complaints that foreigners have been exploiting the system to engage in illegal activities or exploit local residents, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.
Camp to champ? Jeeno ready to rule
Sports, Published on 19/02/2026
» Pattaya: Batteries recharged after a refreshing camping holiday in the mountains of Tak province, Jeeno Thitikul is aiming to scale new peaks at Siam Country Club's Old Course this week.
MFA rebuts Hun Manet's border claims
News, Post Reporters, Published on 19/02/2026
» The Foreign Affairs Ministry (MFA) has pushed back against remarks by Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, after he alleged that Thai troops continued to occupy disputed areas despite ceasefire mediation efforts by US President Donald Trump.
Goods controls at border to ramp up
News, Post Reporters, Published on 19/02/2026
» The cabinet has approved a draft ministerial regulation designating certain border areas as controlled zones for goods, aimed at strengthening national security and curbing transnational crime.
Klatham 'won't be pushed'
Post Reporters, Published on 19/02/2026
» Klatham Party chief adviser Capt Thamanat Prompow said on Wednesday the party is ready to work in opposition as uncertainty persists over whether it will join a coalition being formed by the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT).
White House tells Iran to do deal as Trump hints at US strikes
AFP, Published on 19/02/2026
» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - The White House warned on Wednesday that Iran would be "wise" to do a deal with the United States as President Donald Trump once again hinted at military action.