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World Economic Forum: ‘Annual Meeting of the New Champions’ Date: 1 July 2019 Location: Dalian, People's Republic of China
Published on 05/07/2019
» Session: “Conversations on Leadership 4.0” with Mr. Suphachai Cheavaranont, CEO of Charoen Pokphand Group by Moderator: Anil Menon, Managing Director; Head, Centre for Global Industries, World Economic Forum
Thai Organic Rice for Your Health and Peace of Mind
Published on 05/07/2019
» Due to the increasing preference for organic food amongst consumers around the globe, Thailand, as a leader in rice production and exports, has rapidly expanded its organic rice farming. The country aims to become ASEAN’s organic rice production hub with efficient production and product traceability, from grain selection to packaging.
Creams, massage and police escort: how Russian whales were freed
AFP, Published on 05/07/2019
» MOSCOW - Whales were massaged and lathered in special balm as they rode toward the ocean in a motorcade as part of their release from a "jail" in the Russian far east, the institute overseeing the operation said Thursday.
Iran condemns detention of oil supertanker in Gibraltar
AFP, Published on 05/07/2019
» GIBRALTAR - Iran on Thursday condemned the "illegal interception" of one of its oil tankers in Gibraltar where authorities said they suspected it was carrying crude to Syria in violation of EU sanctions.
81 taxi drivers held for breaking laws
Gary Boyle, Published on 05/07/2019
» Eighty-one taxi drivers were caught for violating the vehicles law and refusing passengers as police stepped up a crackdown on public transport drivers taking advantage of foreign and Thai passengers in areas around the Grand Palace on Thursday morning.
6.4-magnitude quake hits Southern California: USGS
AFP, Published on 05/07/2019
» LOS ANGELES - A 6.4 magnitude earthquake hit Southern California on Thursday at 10:33 am (17:33 GMT) near the Searles Valley in San Bernardino County, the United States Geological Survey said.
Reforestation could cut carbon levels by two-thirds, study says
AFP, Published on 05/07/2019
» WASHINGTON - Good news: we can help halt climate change through a massive campaign of reforestation, according to a new study published Thursday.
Tutankhamun relic sells for $6 mn in London despite Egyptian outcry
AFP, Published on 05/07/2019
» LONDON - A 3,000-year-old quartzite head of Egyptian "Boy King" Tutankhamun was auctioned off for $6 million Thursday in London despite a fierce outcry from Cairo.
Teachers occupy Rio squares offering free classes
AFP, Published on 05/07/2019
» RIO DE JANEIRO - A firm believer in the idea of "better late than never," 86-year-old Edna Pinheiro practices reading with a tutor in a Rio de Janeiro square -- one of hundreds taking advantage of free outdoor classes.
Line-up fails to win fans
News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/07/2019
» Political analysts are saying the latest version of the cabinet line-up leaves a lot to be desired as some ministers-to-be are known to have sketchy track records, and that the unity of the next government will be undermined by the continued bargaining among coalition parties.