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Asia stocks slump on recession fears
AFP, Published on 15/08/2019
» HONG KONG: Asian markets sank on Thursday after the Dow suffered its worst day of the year as fears of a global recession mounted with investors fleeing equities.
Northeastern line trains rerouted after derailment
Online Reporters, Published on 15/08/2019
» LOP BURI: Trains on the Bangkok-Nong Khai line were being detoured after a goods train derailed between Khok Khli and Phaendin Thong stations on Thursday morning.
Visa exemptions for Chinese, Indians planned
Gary Boyle, Published on 15/08/2019
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry plans to seek the cabinet’s approval for a scheme to offer visa exemptions to visitors from China and India for one year.
US women's football team: mediation over in equal pay bid
AFP, Published on 15/08/2019
» NEW YORK - US women's football players reached an impasse Wednesday in mediation with the US Soccer Federation in their dispute over equal pay with the American men's squad.
Apology over New Zealand mosque accused's 'hateful' letter
AFP, Published on 15/08/2019
» WELLINGTON - Officials in New Zealand apologised Thursday after the alleged Christchurch mosque gunman was allowed to send a letter from prison espousing "hateful" views that a supporter then shared online.
Japan's Abe sends offering to controversial Yasukuni shrine
AFP, Published on 15/08/2019
» TOKYO - Japan's premier sent a ritual cash offering to a controversial Tokyo war shrine to mark the end of World War II Thursday but did not visit in person amid heightened tensions with South Korea.
Slowing economy dims outlook for minimum-wage hike
Published on 15/08/2019
» The government’s pledge to boost the country’s minimum wage is foundering because of an economic slowdown.
Employees urge Google not to work with US immigration officials
AFP, Published on 15/08/2019
» SAN FRANCISCO - Hundreds of Google employees on Wednesday called on the internet titan to avoid working for US immigration officials until they stop "engaging in human rights abuses."
Irishman, 99, competes at world tango championships in Argentina
AFP, Published on 15/08/2019
» BUENOS AIRES: A 99-year-old Irishman competing at the World Tango Championships in Argentina has received an ovation for his performance from aficionados at the Buenos Aires venue.
Liverpool beat Chelsea on penalties to win Super Cup
AFP, Published on 15/08/2019
» ISTANBUL: Stand-in goalkeeper Adrian capped a "crazy week" as his save from Tammy Abraham allowed Liverpool to beat Chelsea 5-4 on penalties and win the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday after a richly entertaining match in Istanbul finished 2-2 at the end of extra time.