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Safety first, safety last
Life, Sithikorn Wongwudthianun, Published on 27/09/2015
» In Bangkok, it might be better to drive a car and get stuck in a traffic jam rather than take public transport. I decided not to drive because of our notorious and incurable congestion (regardless of who's the governor). Consequently, I have always relied on buses, taxis, subway and skytrains _ every day.
Malaysia air pollution spikes due to Indonesian smoke
AFP, Published on 27/09/2015
» KUALA LUMPUR - Air quality in Malaysia's capital reached "very unhealthy" levels on Sunday as acrid smoke billowing from Indonesian agricultural fires intensified, in a environmental crisis that is fraying regional tempers.
Pop stars, world leaders rally to end poverty
AFP, Published on 27/09/2015
» NEW YORK - Some of the biggest names in music and politics from Beyonce to European prime ministers rallied in a concert aimed at mobilizing action to eradicate extreme poverty.
Putin calls Saudi king to discuss Syria conflict
AFP, Published on 27/09/2015
» MOSCOW - Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke to Saudi Arabia's King Salman about finding a solution to the Syria crisis on Saturday, just two days before he is due to address the UN on the issue, the Kremlin said.
Crown Prince to lead "Bike for Dad" on Dec 11
Wassana Nanuam, Published on 27/09/2015
» His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn will again lead the Thai people, both inside the country and abroad, on a 29-kilometre cycling trip, called "Bike for Dad", on Dec 11 to mark His Majesty the King's 88 birthday, which falls on Dec 5.
Clashes erupt at Al-Aqsa mosque compound: Israel police
AFP, Published on 27/09/2015
» JERUSALEM - Clashes broke out between masked Palestinians and Israeli security forces at Jerusalem's flashpoint Al-Aqsa mosque compound on Sunday, the last day of the Muslim Eid al-Adha holiday, police said.
Pope wraps up historic US tour in Philadelphia
AFP, Published on 27/09/2015
» PHILADELPHIA - Pope Francis wraps up a six-day historic tour of the United States on Sunday, having electrified Americans with a message of respecting immigrants, protecting the environment and sharing wealth.
Indonesia prays for Islamic banking boom
AFP, Published on 27/09/2015
» JAKARTA - Indonesian teacher Nina Ramadhaniah hopes for "blessings from Allah" by opening a sharia bank account -- the sort of pious customer the world's most-populous Muslim-majority country is praying for as it launches an Islamic finance drive.
Ten years on, Danish Mohammed cartoonist has no regrets
AFP, Published on 27/09/2015
» COPENHAGEN - Ten years after a Danish newspaper triggered deadly protests by publishing 12 cartoons of the Prophet Mohammed, the man behind the most infamous drawing says he feels anger but no regret.
Australia to seek Bangladesh tour security assurances
AFP, Published on 27/09/2015
» SYDNEY - Cricket Australia said on Sunday it would seek assurances from its Bangladesh counterpart before proceeding with the team's October tour, amid government fears that "militants may be planning to target Australian interests".