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World’s oldest cave painting found in Indonesia
Published on 03/07/2024
» On the ceiling of a limestone cave on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi, scientists have discovered artwork depicting three human-like figures interacting with a wild pig in what they have determined is the world’s oldest-known confidently dated cave painting — created at least 51,200 years ago.
Regional haze challenges discussed
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 03/07/2024
» Thailand has affirmed its commitment to stepping up efforts to combat transboundary haze pollution in cooperation with regional partners, says Environment Minister Phatcharavat Wongsuwan.
Record-breaking UK election win predicted for Labour
Published on 03/07/2024
» LONDON - Britain’s Conservative Party all but conceded election defeat to Labour on Wednesday, a day before polling stations opened, and warned that the opposition party was on course for a record-breaking victory.
Deferred Senate poll result ‘not a postponement’
Published on 03/07/2024
» The Election Commission (EC) has indefinitely deferred announcing the certified results of the Senate election, citing unresolved issues that still need to be addressed.
Senior judge shunted after molestation complaint
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 03/07/2024
» A senior judge has been transferred to an inactive post pending a formal investigation for allegedly molesting a court reporter, according to a highly placed source in the Court of Justice.
DP World eyes local projects
Post Reporters, Published on 03/07/2024
» DP World, a global supply chain and logistics giant based in Dubai, has shown interest in exploring investments in domestic projects including the 1-trillion-baht Land Bridge megaproject, according to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
‘Functional food’ health claim rules clarified
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 03/07/2024
» The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has clarified the conditions under which producers of so-called functional food products can make basic health claims on their packaging without seeking the regulator’s approval.
Bangkok-Vientiane train service begins July 19
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 03/07/2024
» A new international train service connecting Bangkok and Vientiane in Laos will begin services on July 19, the State Railway of Thailand announced on Wednesday.
Police chief mum about ‘Big Joke’ dismissal
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 03/07/2024
» National police chief Torsak Sukvimol on Wednesday declined to answer questions about deputy chief Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn, who has threatened to sue the Police Commission for confirming his dismissal.
Complaints about EV discounting investigated
Published on 03/07/2024
» Thai consumer protection authorities are investigating BYD dealers after a consumer complaint about aggressive discounting by the Chinese electric vehicle maker that left some buyers upset about how much they paid for their cars.