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Vietnam state-run TV channels taken off air as reforms kick in
Reuters, Published on 15/01/2025
» HANOI — At least sixteen state-run television channels have ceased broadcasting in Vietnam amid a government-wide push to slash bureaucracy, a reform program that will eventually leave just one national station on air.
Adam Smith 300 years later
Oped, Published on 30/06/2023
» This year marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of Adam Smith, the founding father of modern economics. It comes at a time when the global economy faces several daunting challenges.
'Hardcore' or bust: Musk gives ultimatum to Twitter staff
AFP, Published on 17/11/2022
» NEW YORK - Twitter's new boss Elon Musk has asked staff to choose by Thursday between being "extremely hardcore" and working intense, long hours, or losing their jobs, according to an internal memo seen by AFP.
Nissan Presses Partner Renault to Sell Down Portion of Stake
Business, Published on 10/10/2022
» Nissan Motor Co. is pressing partner Renault SA to sell down a portion of its stake in the Japanese auto maker as part of a grand bargain to reorganize its more than two decade-old alliance with the French car company, according to people with knowledge of the talks.
Seattle defeat Pumas UNAM to win CONCACAF Champions League
AFP, Published on 05/05/2022
» LOS ANGELES - The Seattle Sounders defeated Mexico's Pumas UNAM 5-2 on aggregate to win the CONCACAF Champions League on Wednesday, ending Major League Soccer's 23-year wait to lift the top club tournament for teams from North America, Central America and the Caribbean.
Indian defence chief: China is biggest threat
Published on 12/11/2021
» NEW DELHI: China has become India’s biggest security threat and the tens of thousands of troops and weaponry that New Delhi rushed to secure its disputed Himalayan border last year will not be able to return to base for a long time, defence chief General Bipin Rawat said.
Mali approaches 'Russian private companies,' slams France at UN
AFP, Published on 26/09/2021
» UNITED NATIONS (UNITED STATES) - Mali has asked private Russian companies to boost security, Russia's foreign minister confirmed Saturday, as the Malian leader accused France of abandoning the conflict-ridden country by preparing a large troop drawdown.
Class of Covid-19
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 20/08/2021
» Stepping out into the world as a fresh graduate during a pandemic has been undeniably difficult. Transition into adulthood is tough enough without Miss Rona, who has caused the decline of job opportunities, an unstable political situation and loss of life experiences, to name a few on the tip of the iceberg. However, this is a reality that millions of young Thais face today. Guru speaks to a few to learn about their beginnings at adulthood and resources they can turn to for help.
Senate Approves $250 Billion Bill to Boost Tech Research
Business, Published on 10/06/2021
» The Senate on Tuesday approved a bipartisan, $250 billion bill boosting government spending on technology research and development amid rising competition from China and other nations.
Oscars audience halved in massive ratings drop
AFP, Published on 27/04/2021
» LOS ANGELES: The audience for this year's Oscars plummeted by more than half to a new record low average of 9.85 million domestic viewers, broadcaster ABC said Monday.