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Sri Lanka victory chase begins after rain delay
AFP, Published on 29/06/2015
» COLOMBO - Sri Lanka began their chase of a 153-run target as play began on the fifth day of the second Test against Pakistan in Colombo after a 30-minute delay on Monday.
Top communist rebel leader slain in Philippines
AFP, Published on 29/06/2015
» DAVAO (PHILIPPINES) - The Philippine military has shot dead an infamous communist guerilla leader in a blow to one of the world's longest-running Maoist insurgencies, authorities said Monday.
Hong Kong student leader Wong in 'chilling' assault
AFP, Published on 29/06/2015
» HONG KONG - Hong Kong student leader Joshua Wong, the teenage face of the city's pro-democracy protests, was assaulted in the street with his girlfriend in an attack he said Monday sent a "chill to my heart".
Pakistan's anti-terror fight enters new phase despite rights fears
AFP, Published on 29/06/2015
» ISLAMABAD - Pakistan's army is preparing for a final push in the coming weeks in its fight against militants, but there are concerns that rights are being rolled back in the name of defeating terror.
Asia markets hit by Greece fears, Shanghai plunges
AFP, Published on 29/06/2015
» HONG KONG — Asian equities and the euro tumbled on Monday on fears Greece will crash out of the euro zone after Athens called off debt reform talks and announced a referendum on creditors' proposals next weekend, days after a repayment deadline.
20 on high-risk Mers list released from quarantine
Online Reporters, Published on 29/06/2015
» Twenty of 36 people deemed at high risk of infection after contact with Thailand’s only confirmed Mers case have been cleared and released from quarantine, Public Health Minister Rajata Rajatanavin said on Monday.
Greek crisis: Banks closed as exit from eurozone looms
Jon Fernquest, Published on 29/06/2015
» Over the weekend, Greeks waited in long lines to withdraw their money from ATMs after European central bank decided not to continue emergency funding. Big payment to IMF due on Tuesday.
Taliban ambush kills 11 Afghan soldiers: officials
AFP, Published on 29/06/2015
» HERAT (AFGHANISTAN) - At least 11 Afghan soldiers were killed in a Taliban ambush in western Afghanistan, officials said Monday, as security forces face their first fighting season without NATO combat support.
Play with Pixie Dust
Guru, Kasidit Srivilai, Published on 29/06/2015
» They might be architecture students, but for decades they’ve been known for their hilarious stage plays. The Faculty of Architecture, Chulalongkorn University, this year presents Peter Pan: Faith.Trust.Pixie Dust. As always, audiences can expect amazing sets and props prepared by Thailand’s future architects (and singers -- for unknown reasons, the school has produced a ridiculous amount of famous singers), plus political quips and roll-on-the-floor-laughing gags. Guru speaks with Pakaporn Utaobin, the head of this year’s Lakorn Tapad (the Faculty of Architecture’s play), about the upcoming performance.
Works against the clock
Guru, Published on 29/06/2015
» For the third consecutive year, Sofitel So Bangkok is staging a fashion showcase highlighting the work of four Thai designers, under the theme “Fashion in Time”. A curated art tour and corresponding booklet will provide visitors and hotel guests with information on the art installations displayed throughout the premises. Participating artists this year include Jiratt Boonta of fashion brand Jaritt; Wannarat Boonyaratanakornkit of fashion brand Onn Wannarat; Nutre Chenyavanij of Nutre Jeweller; and Sarinya Limthongtip of Srinlim.