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Division, theatre and one golden moment as Trump addresses Congress
AFP, Published on 25/02/2026
» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) — If Donald Trump was worried about a hostile reception over his breakneck remaking of presidential norms, he did not show it -- striding in six minutes late, with the unhurried confidence of a man who knew the evening belonged to him.
'Jaws' harpoon gun and 'Star Wars' treasures lead LA film and TV auction
AFP, Published on 25/02/2026
» LOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - A harpoon gun from Jaws, a jacket worn by The Terminator, and a Star Wars lightsaber hilt and C-3PO head are among the eye-catching items to be sold at auction next month.
Fifa boss 'very reassured' about World Cup in Mexico despite violence
AFP, Published on 25/02/2026
» BARRANQUILLA (COLOMBIA) - Fifa boss Gianni Infantino told AFP on Tuesday he was "very reassured" about Mexico's hosting of games in the football World Cup, in his first comments on the violence triggered by the killing of a drug cartel leader.
Thailand rejects Cambodia’s claims at UN
Published on 25/02/2026
» The full text of Thailand’s Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow’s address to the high-level segment of the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva on Feb 24.
Trump seeks to strike back in crucial State of the Union
AFP, Published on 25/02/2026
» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump will try to sell voters on the economy during his State of the Union address Tuesday, despite suffering a series of stinging blows ahead of crucial midterm elections this year.
US told EU it 'stands' by tariff deal: trade chief
AFP, Published on 25/02/2026
» BRUSSELS (BELGIUM) - The EU's trade chief said Tuesday his US counterparts had told him Washington stands by a key trade deal with the bloc, following an adverse Supreme Court decision on President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Unlocking Thai competitiveness
Oped, Kiratipong Naewmalee & Phumjit Sri-Udomkajorn, Published on 25/02/2026
» Regulatory reform is an urgent priority in restoring growth to Thailand's emerging economy. Rigid rules and excessive red tape have become significant structural barriers to private sector development. Evidence from several key industries demonstrates that outdated, fragmented legislation continues to constrain competitiveness.
PM orders vigilance over Trump's global tariff move
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 25/02/2026
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul yesterday assigned Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas and Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun to closely monitor the United States' plan to impose a flat 15% global tariff, a cabinet source said.
Iran set to buy anti-ship missiles from China
Reuters, Published on 24/02/2026
» Iran is close to a deal with China to purchase anti-ship cruise missiles, according to six people with knowledge of the negotiations, just as the United States deploys a vast naval force near the Iranian coast ahead of possible strikes on the Islamic Republic.
France demands explanation from US envoy over no-show
AFP, Published on 24/02/2026
» PARIS - France’s foreign minister on Tuesday demanded an explanation after US envoy Charles Kushner failed to show up to respond to comments about a slain far-right activist but said ties between France and the United States would not be affected.