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Floods in Myanmar leave 19 dead, displace thousands
Reuters, Published on 13/09/2024
» NAYPYITAW - At least 19 people were killed in Myanmar after heavy rains triggered floods in and around the war-torn country's capital city, with rescuers moving some of the 3,600 people displaced to safer areas on boats, according to the national fire service.
Taiwan uses AI to predict typhoon paths, as storm approaches
Reuters, Published on 13/09/2024
» TAIPEI - As tropical storm Bebinca barrels towards waters off northern Taiwan gathering strength into a possible typhoon, weather forecasters in Taipei are using a new and so far successful method to help track its path - artificial intelligence (AI).
'Son of God' preacher pleads not guilty to sex trafficking charge
Reuters, Published on 13/09/2024
» MANILA - Philippine celebrity pastor Apollo Quiboloy, the self-proclaimed "Appointed Son of God", pleaded not guilty on Friday to a charge of sex trafficking, his lawyer said.
Thailand's consumer confidence drops to 13-month low
Reuters, Published on 12/09/2024
» Thai consumer confidence dropped for a sixth consecutive month in August to a 13-month low, weighed by concerns about slow economic growth and higher living amid uncertainty over a new government's policies, a survey showed on Thursday.
400 minors rescued from suspected abuse at Malaysia charity homes
Reuters, Published on 12/09/2024
» KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysian authorities rescued more than 400 children on Wednesday suspected of being sexually abused at charity homes run by a prominent Islamic business organisation with links to a banned religious sect, the top police official said.
Thailand's EV makers seek to renegotiate govt incentives as sales slow
Reuters, Published on 11/09/2024
» As sales of electric vehicles (EVs) miss expectations in Southeast Asia's largest market, Thailand's main group of manufacturers, comprising large Chinese and Japanese firms, seeks to extend production deadlines set in a government scheme of incentives.
Harris goes on offense against Trump in combative debate
Reuters, Published on 11/09/2024
» PHILADELPHIA: Republican Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris clashed over abortion, the economy, immigration and Trump's legal woes at their combative first presidential debate on Tuesday night, each seeking a campaign-altering moment in their closely fought election.
Vietnam death toll from Typhoon Yagi at 141 as Hanoi faces flood risk
Reuters, Published on 11/09/2024
» HANOI: The death toll in Vietnam from Typhoon Yagi has risen to 141, the government said on Wednesday as it warned that flood waters were causing the Red River to rise rapidly and threaten to inundate downtown districts of the capital Hanoi.
Active shooter near US highway, reports of 'numerous persons' shot
Reuters, Published on 08/09/2024
» Kentucky police reported an "active shooter situation" on Saturday evening near Interstate-75 in London, Kentucky, US, where "numerous persons" have been shot in traffic.
North Korean leader emphasises importance of strengthening naval power
Reuters, Published on 08/09/2024
» SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un emphasised the importance of strengthening naval power during a tour of a naval base construction site, state media KCNA reported on Sunday.