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In the 'kingdom of silence', the caged bird raps
Oped, Published on 18/07/2025
» In Syria, the caged bird raps. On my first night imprisoned, I began to write:
China pressures rebels in Myanmar rare-earth belt
Published on 08/07/2025
» The global supply of heavy rare earths hinges in part on the outcome of a months-long battle between a rebel army and the Chinese-backed military junta in the hills of northern Myanmar.
A 10-day journey across snowy Iran
Roger Crutchley, Published on 22/06/2025
» Watching events unfold in the Middle East last week sparked memories of the brief time I spent in Iran a long time ago in more peaceful times. In February 1969 I travelled across the northern part of the nation during an overland trip from London to New Delhi. The country was still run by the Shah who was overthrown 10 years later in the Iranian Revolution.
Govt slow on floods
Oped, Editorial, Published on 30/04/2025
» The report of flash flooding in the Sai River in Chiang Rai yesterday has renewed fears among local communities that floods and mudslides will return in ever greater numbers. Their fears are valid. In less than an hour, the flooding in the Sai River swelled to knee level, forcing villagers along the river to move their property and elders, as well as bedridden patients, out of harm's way.
Trump must learn from history's Arctic profiteers
Oped, Published on 18/04/2025
» The US president has not been subtle about his goals for the Arctic: "We'll go as far as we have to go" to acquire Greenland, he stated while sitting behind the Resolute desk in the Oval Office. The desk, made from the British Arctic exploring vessel called HMS Resolute, is itself a reminder of the northern voyages of empire builders -- the type of pursuit the president is after.
Ice park threatened by climate change given new life
AFP, Published on 20/03/2025
» OURAY, Colorado - America's ice-climbing epicentre was facing a bleak future, with climate change endangering its water supply, until an unlikely saviour came to its rescue: a nearby silver mine.
Love is in the air at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok this February
Published on 07/02/2025
» This February, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok fuels romantic passions with unforgettable Valentine's experiences, from couple’s gourmet adventures to loved-up movie date nights and even a spectacular opportunity for singles to meet their perfect match in 2025.
Korat residents demand end to potash mining
Published on 28/01/2025
» Opponents of potash mining in Nakhon Ratchasima are demanding good governance from the SET-listed energy group Bangchak Plc, the majority owner of the mining company that holds a concession for the site.
Putin ‘open to Ukraine truce talks with Trump’
Published on 20/11/2024
» MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin is open to discussing a Ukraine ceasefire deal with Donald Trump but rules out making any major territorial concessions and insists Kyiv abandon ambitions to join NATO, five sources with knowledge of Kremlin thinking told Reuters.
US will provide land mines to Ukraine after approval on missiles
Published on 20/11/2024
» WASHINGTON — The United States will provide Ukraine with antipersonnel land mines to blunt the advance of Russian troops, an official familiar with the decision said, the latest effort by the Joe Biden administration to bolster support for Kyiv ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.