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Clock ticking down to Trump tariffs on Canada, Mexico, China
AFP, Published on 03/03/2025
» WASHINGTON - Time is running short for Canada, Mexico and China to avert sweeping tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump, with the planned levies to take effect on Tuesday over what he deems an "unacceptable" flow of drugs.
Bitcoin jumps 20% after Trump hints at new strategic reserve
Published on 03/03/2025
» SINGAPORE - Bitcoin surged more than 20% from last week's lows on Monday and several other cryptocurrencies also rallied sharply after US President Donald Trump raised the possibility of a new US strategic reserve that would include a range of tokens.
Two dead, several hurt as car hits crowd in German city: police
AFP, Published on 03/03/2025
» MANNHEIM (GERMANY) - A driver struck a crowd in southwest Germany on Monday, killing two people and seriously hurting several more, authorities said, adding that a 40-year-old German suspect was arrested at the scene.
Thai-US projects get cash back
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 03/03/2025
» Cooperation between Thailand and the United States in health projects has resumed after the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced the lifting of the suspension order previously issued on projects' activities and approved reimbursement for expenses incurred during the suspension.
Casino entry 'reserved for richest Thais only'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 03/03/2025
» Only Thai nationals who have held at least 50 million baht in a fixed deposit account for no less than six months will be allowed to enter the new casino-entertainment complex, says a government source.
PM stokes hopes on economy
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 03/03/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra expressed confidence Thailand's economy, despite last year's 2.5% growth, can still grow exponentially with more than 1.13 trillion baht having already been invested by foreign companies in Thailand, the highest level in the past decade, and more to come.
Man Utd crash out of FA Cup as Fulham win shoot-out
AFP, Published on 03/03/2025
» MANCHESTER (UNITED KINGDOM) - Manchester United's dismal season hit a new low as the FA Cup holders crashed out after a 4-3 penalty shoot-out defeat against Fulham in the fifth round on Sunday.
Rate cut likely to boost manufacturing
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 03/03/2025
» The local manufacturing sector is expected to improve following the Bank of Thailand's interest rate cut, in addition to positive signals from a rising Manufacturing Production Index (MPI), says the Office of Industrial Economics (OIE).
Lazada highlights rise of 'She Economy'
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 03/03/2025
» Lazada Thailand sees the rise of a "She Economy" from increasing spending among female shoppers and more women entrepreneurs shaping the next wave of e-commerce.
Health cover needs review
News, Editorial, Published on 03/03/2025
» The National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) recently released its 2024 Social Conditions Report, which contained alarming figures regarding healthcare expenses incurred by non-Thai citizens along Thailand's border areas, particularly along its border with Myanmar.