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NSA seeks 'compromise' encrypted phones
AFP, Published on 24/02/2015
» WASHINGTON - The National Security Agency chief pressed on Monday for a compromise which allows intelligence services to snoop on encrypted devices to combat terrorism, within a "legal framework" to protect user rights.
Fixing flaws on the path to democracy
Published on 24/02/2015
» The new Ambassador to the United States, Pisan Manawapat, presented his credentials to US President Barack Obama Monday, asking for understanding and support
Mining giant BHP Billiton H1 net profit almost halves
AFP, Published on 24/02/2015
» SYDNEY - Global mining giant BHP Billiton said Tuesday its first-half net profit almost halved to US$4.26 billion on the back of collapsing commodity prices, with cost-cutting helping to stem further losses.
Films about filmmaking: is Hollywood navel-gazing?
AFP, Published on 24/02/2015
» HOLLYWOOD (UNITED STATES) - For the third time in four years, 2015's Best Picture Oscar winner is a film about filmmaking or acting -- raising questions about how a self-centered Hollywood chooses its top honorees.
Confident 'A-Rod' reports early to Yankees
AFP, Published on 24/02/2015
» TAMPA - Disgraced dope-cheat Alex Rodriguez, who missed the entire 2014 Major League Baseball season serving a record ban for performance-enhancing drugs, reported to the New York Yankees training camp Monday.
Maldives ex-leader refused bail, denied legal access
AFP, Published on 24/02/2015
» MALé (MALDIVES) - A court in the Maldives on Monday refused bail to former president Mohamed Nasheed after he was arrested on terrorism charges and denied access to his lawyers, his party said.
Google Wallet partners up to battle Apple Pay
AFP, Published on 24/02/2015
» NEW YORK - Google said Monday it was teaming up with the mobile phone payment firm Softcard to ramp up its efforts to counter Apple Pay in the emerging sector.
NRC eyes Dhammakaya assets
News, Post Reporters, Published on 24/02/2015
» The National Reform Council (NRC) has called on the Anti-Money Laundering Office (Amlo) to confiscate money and assets from Wat Phra Dhammakaya and its abbot, Phra Dhammachayo.
Buriram begin bid for AFC Champions League
Sports, Tor Chittinand, Published on 24/02/2015
» Thai Premier League champions Buriram United kick off their AFC Champions League campaign today when they host South Korea's Seongnam.
MPB warns bikers to obey traffic laws
News, Post Reporters, Published on 24/02/2015
» City police have issued stern warnings to motorcyclists, particularly those riding big bikes, to strictly obey the law when they hit the roads.