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Opulence and indulgences at Wynn Macau
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 30/06/2023
» Given its prime location in close proximity to many of Macau's famous attractions, Wynn Macau is an excellent choice for first-time visitors to the special administrative regions of China.
Heat waves spark surge in demand for air-con parts
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/06/2023
» Thailand's exports of air-conditioner components to the US surged in the first quarter, driven by rising demand caused by an increase in heat waves.
AI is not going to wipe humans out just yet
News, Gwynne Dyer, Published on 05/06/2023
» I'm looking at a headline this morning that screams "AI Creators Fear the Extinction of Humanity", and I suppose they could turn out to be right. But it's still a bit early to declare a global emergency and turn all the machines off.
Investors cheer end of US debt drama
Business, Published on 05/06/2023
» RECAP: Asian stocks advanced on Friday, buoyed by the passage of an agreement that averts a US debt default. Hopes that the US Federal Reserve will decide against lifting interest rates this month also lifted sentiment.
Being ginger adds spice to life
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 04/06/2023
» I have been reprimanded by a reader of ginger persuasion for failing to mention two significant days in the calendar for those of us who have grown up saddled with nicknames like "Ginger Nut", "Ginger Bonce", "Tomato Head", "Carrot Top", not to mention "Freckle Face". I plead guilty to allowing the recent "Cuddle a Ginger Day" and "World Redhead Day" slip by without a single bleat in support of gingers.
Investors cheer signs of end to US debt drama
Business, Published on 20/05/2023
» RECAP: Asian shares rose on Friday as increased hopes of a deal over the US debt ceiling and strong economic data lifted sentiment, while Japan's Nikkei index jumped to its highest level in nearly 33 years.
Auto review: Forked lightning
Life, Published on 15/05/2023
» Maserati has introduced its first all-electric SUV, which marks the Italian brand's official entry into the EV world.
Illegal mining booms in Brazilian Amazon 'promised land'
AFP, Published on 09/05/2023
» CANAã DOS CARAJáS (BRAZIL) - Working under an improvised shed hidden in the rainforest, Webson Nunes hears a shout and flips on his winch, hauling a colleague up from deep inside a giant hole with a bucket full of riches.
The sounds of Africa
Life, John Clewley, Published on 09/05/2023
» The Malian singer/songwriter and guitarist Fatoumata Diawara emerged in 2011 with the EP Kanou and quickly after came her debut and breakthrough release Fatou (Nonesuch, World Circuit). Fatou, which features Diawara's self-penned songs and electric guitar playing (which she claims was a first for a Malian woman) catapulted her to international fame. She has a unique sound, created out of her Southern Malian wassollou roots and Western music she learned growing up in Paris.
At least 27 dead in Peru gold mine fire tragedy
AFP, Published on 08/05/2023
» YANAQUIHUA (PERU) - At least 27 workers have died in a fire at a gold mine in a remote area of southern Peru, authorities said on Sunday, making it one of the worst mining tragedies in the country's recent history.