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Cambodia says it's only retaliating to Thai attacks
AFP, Published on 09/12/2025
» PHNOM PENH - Cambodia has retaliated in a reignited border conflict with Thailand, the former leader of Cambodia Hun Sen, said Tuesday, after Phnom Penh accused Thai forces of shelling positions overnight in fighting that has killed seven civilians and a Thai soldier.
Zimbabwe opposition MP convicted ahead of vote
AFP, Published on 03/05/2023
» HARARE: A popular opposition politician in Zimbabwe was convicted of obstruction of justice in a high-profile trial on Wednesday, a move that bars him from contesting upcoming elections.
Streaming giant shines new light on Thai boys cave rescue
AFP, Published on 21/09/2022
» It is the rescue retold around the world: 12 boys, their coach, and impossible odds.
New law stokes tension in Nigeria's blighted oil delta
AFP, Published on 01/09/2021
» EJAMAH-EBUBU (NIGERIA) - Nigerian farmer Nwale Nchimaonwi celebrated when he learnt that an oil law to overhaul the industry and improve the plight of communities living on crude-producing land had passed after two decades wait.
Monks don protective gear as Covid cases surge
AFP, Published on 01/08/2021
» As Covid cases surge, some monks are donning PPE over their distinctive robes, delivering oxygen cylinders, taking nasal samples to help with testing, and even helping carry the dead to the crematoriums.
'Floating temple' in Samut Prakan defies coastal erosion
AFP, Published on 08/04/2019
» SAMUT PRAKAN: As sea waters slowly rose around his temple and his neighbours fled inland, Thai abbot Somnuek Atipanyo refused to budge and is today a symbol of the fight to restore the country's fast-eroding coastlines.
Eat, pray, exercise: Monks battle weight problems
AFP, Published on 22/11/2018
» Every morning monk Pipit Sarakitwinon takes walks around his temple and does hundreds of arm exercises, part of a new regimen aimed at shedding pounds as a health overhaul for members of the clergy gathers pace in Thailand.
Thailand's 'Big Dolphin' to emulate dad at golf World Cup
AFP, Published on 20/11/2018
» Prom Meesawat has a big weekend ahead. Not only will he emulate his dad by appearing at golf's World Cup, but his wife is due to give birth.
Rise of violent Buddhist rhetoric in Asia defies stereotypes
AFP, Published on 12/03/2018
» HONG KONG - Buddhism may be touted in the West as an inherently peaceful philosophy, but a surge in violent rhetoric from small but increasingly influential groups of hardline monks in parts of Asia is upending the religion's tolerant image.
Street-swing time in Nakhon Pathom
AFP, Published on 26/02/2018
» Dressed in top hats, vintage outfits and shiny shoes, hundreds of people grooved to swing music in a town more famous for its ancient Buddhist stupa.