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Asean prioritises RCEP as US rethinks policy
Published on 26/04/2017
» MANILA - Southeast Asian countries will prioritise creating an Asia-focused trade pact this year that includes China, India and Japan, while trade issues with the United States will be put on the back burner, the Philippine trade minister said.
Twitter reports increase in monthly active users
Published on 26/04/2017
» Twitter Inc reported a 6% increase in monthly active users, beating analysts' expectations, after several quarters of stagnating growth.
Two years in jail proposed for reporting news without licence
Online Reporters, Published on 26/04/2017
» Reporters will be required to have a licence to do their jobs or face a jail term up to two years or a fine not more than 60,000 baht, or both, according to the latest version of the media reform bill to be proposed by a reform panel.
Giant rabbit dies on United Airlines flight
Reuters, Published on 26/04/2017
» LONDON - A giant rabbit has died on a United Airlines flight from London, prompting a review at the Chicago-based airline which faced a global backlash this month over its treatment of a passenger who was dragged from his seat.
Global voices consider Trump's first 100 days
Lim Chang-won, Published on 26/04/2017
» It was the most stunning political victory of the 21st century, one that brought shocked concern in many parts of the world and cheers in others. One uncontroversial certainty was that it would cause reverberations around the globe.
Nasdaq tops 6,000, Dow surges on Trump tax vow
Reuters, Published on 26/04/2017
» NEW YORK - The Nasdaq crossed the 6,000 threshold for the first time on Tuesday, while the Dow registered triple-digit gains as strong earnings underscored the health of Corporate America.
Facebook removes Phuket baby-killing video
Published on 26/04/2017
» A Phuket man filmed himself killing his 11-month-old daughter in two video clips posted on Facebook before committing suicide, police said on Tuesday.
France's 'smug' Macron under fire for missteps
Reuters, Published on 26/04/2017
» PARIS - French presidential favourite Emmanuel Macron came under fire from both potential allies and his run-off rival Marine Le Pen on Tuesday for acting as if victory next month was already in the bag.
Chelsea beat Southampton; Terry makes rare appearance
Associated Press, Published on 26/04/2017
» LONDON - Diego Costa ended a seven-game goal drought in style to help Chelsea open up a seven-point lead in the Premier League with a 4-2 victory over Southampton on Tuesday.
Govt defends 'cheap' sub deal
News, Published on 26/04/2017
» The military government has defended its decision to buy a 13.5-billion-baht Chinese submarine, saying it acted transparently and that the vessel is not only cheaper than other foreign competitors but comes with free missiles.