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Flood prevention: Big money construction projects?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 27/04/2012
» Large expensive construction projects the government focus, rather than using Bangkok's extensive ancient canals that already exist.
Thailand bans US beef
Online Reporters, Published on 27/04/2012
» Thailand is suspending imports of beef from the United States following the discovery of mad cow disease in California, says Tritsadee Chaosuancharoen, director-general of the Department of Livestock Development.
2.5 years for lese majeste
Online Reporters, Published on 27/04/2012
» Surachai Danwattananusorn, a 70-year-old red-shirt activist, was sentenced on Friday to two-and-a-half years in jail for lese majeste.
Hollande backs immigration cap before French vote
AFP, Published on 27/04/2012
» French Socialist presidential frontrunner Francois Hollande toughened his stance on immigration Friday in a campaign increasingly fought on themes dear to the far right.
27 injured in Ukraine blasts as Euro 2012 looms
AFP, Published on 27/04/2012
» At least 27 people were injured Friday in a possible terrorist attack in eastern Ukraine, posing a major security challenge in the run-up to the Euro-2012 football tournament.
Pair jailed for Celtic boss bomb plot
AFP, Published on 27/04/2012
» Two men were jailed for five years each on Friday after being convicted of sending parcel bombs to Celtic manager Neil Lennon and two other high-profile supporters of the Glasgow club.
Ex-boxer Hatton hits back from depression nightmare
AFP, Published on 27/04/2012
» Former world champion Ricky Hatton says he has put his drugs, drink and depression nightmare behind him as he relishes his new life outside the ring as a promoter.
Bo Xilai's son 'ticketed while driving Porsche'
AFP, Published on 27/04/2012
» The son of a disgraced Chinese leader Bo Xilai received three traffic tickets while driving a Porsche in the United States, the Wall Street Journal reported Friday.
North Korea elite enjoy good life despite sanctions
AFP, Published on 27/04/2012
» Nuclear-armed North Korea has been under heavy sanctions for years but there is little sign of any effect on the elite in Pyongyang, who enjoy unfettered access to upmarket cars and consumer goods.
Ford Q1 earnings hit by overseas losses
AFP, Published on 27/04/2012
» Losses on overseas operations and a higher tax burden took a toll on Ford Motor Company in the first quarter, the US auto giant reported on Friday.