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Leopards, wolves vanishing from panda conservation areas: study
AFP, Published on 03/08/2020
» PARIS - It may be one of the most recognisable symbols of conservation, but efforts to protect the giant panda have failed to safeguard large mammals sharing its habitats, according to research published Monday showing dramatic declines of leopards and other predators.
Second body of capsized ferry found, 3 still missing
Published on 03/08/2020
» KOH SAMUI: Another body of a crewmember of the ferry sunk off this resort island was found on Monday, leaving three more who were still missing in rough seas and strong currents that obstructed the search operation.
Agencies told to find ways to mitigate Laos dam impact
Post Reporters, Published on 03/08/2020
» Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon urged authorities concerned to discuss and find ways to mitigate the possible environmental impact from the Sanakham Dam project in Laos in the upcoming scheduled public hearings.
Entry ban lifted on select foreigners
Gary Boyle, Published on 03/08/2020
» The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has lifted an entry ban on four groups of foreign nationals, in line with the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration's (CCSA) easing of Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Cabinet nod sought for 2 new rail routes worth B153bn
Post Reporters, Published on 03/08/2020
» The cabinet will be asked this month to approve two new train route extensions in the North and Northeast worth a combined 153 billion baht.
Prison raid mars relative calm in Afghanistan after ceasefire
AFP, Published on 03/08/2020
» JALALABAD (AFGHANISTAN) - At least 29 people have been killed in a raid on an Afghan prison claimed by the Islamic State group, officials said Monday, as the country waited to see if a government ceasefire with the Taliban would rupture after its formal expiration.
CAAT lifts entry ban on select foreigners
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 03/08/2020
» The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has lifted an entry ban on four groups of foreign nationals, in line with the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration's (CCSA) easing of Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Cambodia activists urge release of unionist accused of inciting unrest
Reuters, Published on 03/08/2020
» PHNOM PENH: Scores of activist groups in Cambodia urged the government on Monday to release and drop charges against a prominent union leader, who was arrested last week and accused of falsely claiming that land had been ceded to neighbouring Vietnam.
Student's leg plunges into roadside hole outside Government House
Post Reporters, Published on 03/08/2020
» Even a road outside Government House is not safe for pedestrians.
HSBC profit slump adds to bank sector virus woes
AFP, Published on 03/08/2020
» HONG KONG - HSBC on Monday reported a 69-percent slump in net profit, joining a number of major banks whose earnings have been slammed by the coronavirus fallout.