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Bulgaria ex-president wins parliamentary majority
AFP, Published on 20/04/2026
» SOFIA — Bulgarian ex-president Rumen Radev, a critic of the European Union (EU) who has called for renewing ties with Russia, took an absolute majority in parliamentary elections that could spell an end to the country's half-decade of political uncertainty, according to near complete vote results on Monday.
Issa Compass: The startup that wants to open Bangkok to the world
Published on 20/04/2026
» Bangkok has always had a hold on people. You arrive for a few weeks and find yourself renegotiating your return flight. The food, the energy, the cost of living that actually makes sense. It adds up to something that's hard to name and harder to leave.
Pope Leo visits Angola's diamond-rich northeast of Africa's Angola
AFP, Published on 20/04/2026
» LUANDA — Pope Leo XIV heads to Angola's remote and diamond-rich northeast on Monday in the latest stop on an Africa tour during which he has spoken out against the country's glaring poverty.
Opening Hormuz is the easy part, restoring oil flow is not
Reuter's columnist Ron Bousso, Published on 20/04/2026
» LONDON - The stop-start shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz underscores the profound uncertainty hanging over the world’s most critical oil and gas chokepoint. But one thing is already clear: even if the guns fall silent, flows through the narrow waterway will take months – and possibly years – to recover to pre-war levels.
Hit reality show helps rev up Japan's delinquent youth subculture
AFP, Published on 20/04/2026
» TOKYO — Sporting towering Elvis-style hair and a school uniform modified into a rebellious silhouette, 15-year-old Reona worships Japan's classic bad-boy subculture recently taken global by a hit Netflix dating show.
Google to penalise sites abusing back button with ads
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 20/04/2026
» Google is preparing to introduce new enforcement measures against websites that manipulate users’ back button behaviour to display intrusive advertisements, a practice known as “back button hijacking”, in a move aimed at improving browsing experiences.
Vietnam plans to extend fuel tariff suspension, extend tax incentives for EVs
Reuters, Published on 20/04/2026
» HANOI - Vietnam plans to extend a suspension of import tariffs on fuels by two months to the end of June, state media cited the Finance Ministry as saying over the weekend.
Shangri-La Bangkok celebrates 40 Years of Timeless Luxury
Published on 20/04/2026
» In 2026, Shangri-La Bangkok celebrates four decades of timeless hospitality along the majestic River of Kings, a legacy defined by gracious service, refined experiences, and unforgettable Moments of Joy. This milestone is marked with a year-long celebration of exclusive privileges, from elegant room packages to exceptional dining across the hotel’s signature venues. Guests can enjoy a refined riverside stay with breathtaking views of the Chao Phraya River, complemented by award-winning cuisine and thoughtfully curated experiences designed to help you truly Find Your Shangri-La.
KSL leads sugar industry's net-zero transition
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 20/04/2026
» The sugar industry has long been a cornerstone of Thailand's economy, but its production process is increasingly under scrutiny for its environmental impact.
Architect ’26 sets building technology and construction regional agenda
Published on 20/04/2026
» The ASA Architect Expo, organised by the Association of Siamese Architects (ASA) under royal patronage, returns for its 38th consecutive year. Architect ’26 is scheduled to take place from April 28 to May 3, 2026, at Challenger Hall, Impact Muang Thong Thani. Beyond the comprehensive showcase of architectural design and integrated construction products and services, the expo will feature the ASA International Forum as a premier highlight.