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BUSINESS

Jet fuel supply could take months to recover after Hormuz reopening

Reuters, Published on 08/04/2026

» SINGAPORE — The head of a ​body representing global airlines said on Wednesday that even if Iran reopened the Strait ​of Hormuz it would take months ‌for jet fuel supply to recover given disruptions to Middle East refining capacity.

BUSINESS

Brazil blacklists BYD for slave labour conditions at its biggest plant outside China

South China Morning Post, Published on 08/04/2026

» RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazil's labour ministry on Tuesday added Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD (Build Your Dreams) to a registry of employers found to have subjected workers to conditions analogous to slavery, limiting access to state financing and increasing reputational risks in its most important market outside China.

WORLD

How psychedelics affect the brain

New York Times, Published on 08/04/2026

» NEW YORK — As researchers have sought to demonstrate the therapeutic benefits of mind-altering drugs like LSD and psilocybin “magic mushrooms,” many have struggled to explain exactly how these compounds work on the human brain.

THAILAND

Betagro wins governance, sustainability awards

Published on 08/04/2026

» Bangkok – 7 April 2026 – Betagro Public Company Limited (BTG), a leading integrated food company in Thailand, has reinforced its industry leadership by winning two prestigious accolades – the 2026 White Brand Award and Thailand’s Most Admired Company 2025–2026.

WORLD

Hours before news of ceasefire, Pope Leo XIV issues strong rebuke of Trump

New York Times, Published on 08/04/2026

» NEW YORK — Pope Leo XIV, the first US-born pontiff, issued a rare rebuke of President Donald Trump on Tuesday, saying it was “truly unacceptable” to threaten to wipe out Iran’s “whole civilisation.”

BUSINESS

Crude prices plunge, stocks surge as US and Iran agree ceasefire

AFP, Published on 08/04/2026

» HONG KONG — Oil prices plunged on Wednesday while stocks rallied after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that will see Tehran temporarily reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz.

WORLD

In Algeria, Saint Augustine's city anticipates Pope Leo's visit

AFP, Published on 08/04/2026

» ANNABA (ALGERIA) - On Algeria's sparkling Mediterranean coast, the city of Annaba is teeming with excitement as the one-time home of Saint Augustine readies for the country's first visit by a Catholic pontiff.

WORLD

Oil dives, stocks surge as Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire

Reuters, Published on 08/04/2026

» SINGAPORE: Oil prices dived, ​bonds rallied and stocks surged on Wednesday after a two-week ceasefire in ​the Middle East spurred a ‌relief rally as investors cheered the possible resumption of oil and gas flowing through the Strait of Hormuz.

LEARNING

Pattaya reins in Walking Street security guards

Gary Boyle, Published on 08/04/2026

» Tourist police have moved to tighten control over private security guards on Pattaya’s Walking Street following online criticism over alleged violence against tourists.

THAILAND

People's Party leader unfazed by NACC move against 44 ex-MPs

Post Reporters, Published on 08/04/2026

» People's Party (PP) leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut remains unfazed as the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) prepares to submit a case against 44 former MPs to the Supreme Court over efforts to amend the lese majeste law.