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Saudi expels Canadian envoy, recalls its own over 'interference'
AFP, Published on 06/08/2018
» RIYADH - Saudi Arabia said Monday it was expelling the Canadian ambassador and recalling its envoy while freezing all new trade, in retaliation for Ottawa's vigorous calls for the release of jailed activists.
As Bangkok cleans up, street vendors resist
Rina Chandran, Thomson Reuters Foundation, Published on 06/08/2018
» BANGKOK: Vendors in one of Bangkok's biggest tourist hotspots have vowed to fight regulations preventing them from hawking their wares on the street, arguing that their livelihoods and the city's unique character are at stake.
Trump says open to new Iran deal, confirms sanctions return
AFP, Published on 06/08/2018
» WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump said Monday he remains open to forging a new nuclear deal with Iran, as he confirmed Washington will go ahead with reimposing sanctions against Tehran.
PepsiCo: Indra Nooyi stepping down as CEO
AFP, Published on 06/08/2018
» NEW YORK - Indra Nooyi, one of the most prominent female CEOs, will step down as head of PepsiCo following 12 years navigating the soft drinks and snacks company through a tricky climate of often unpredictable consumer preferences on health and sustainability.
Saudi expels Canadian envoy, recalls its own over 'interference'
AFP, Published on 06/08/2018
» RIYADH - Saudi Arabia said Monday it was expelling the Canadian ambassador and recalling its envoy while freezing all new trade, in retaliation for Ottawa's vigorous calls for the release of jailed activists.
Higher fuel costs to drag Cathay Pacific’s earnings
South China Morning Post, Published on 06/08/2018
» Higher fuel costs are expected to slow Cathay Pacific Airways’ return to profitability, with the airline sending mixed signals on its performance ahead of its half-year results, to be unveiled on Wednesday.
Saudi Arabia expels Canadian ambassador
Associated Press, Published on 06/08/2018
» DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: Saudi Arabia expelled the Canadian ambassador on Monday and froze "all new business" with Ottawa over its criticism of the ultraconservative kingdom's arrest of women's rights activists -- yet another warning to the West reflecting Riyadh's new assertive foreign policy.
Facebook removes Alex Jones pages for hate, bullying
Associated Press, Published on 06/08/2018
» LONDON: Facebook says it has taken down four pages belonging to conspiracy theorist Alex Jones for violating its hate speech and bullying policies.
Probe underway after baby found dead in East River
Associated Press, Published on 06/08/2018
» NEW YORK: Police are investigating the death of a baby who was found floating in the East River near the Brooklyn Bridge.
'Chef of the century', Joel Robuchon, dies at 73
AFP, Published on 06/08/2018
» PARIS - Joel Robuchon, the world's most-starred Michelin chef who tore down kitchen walls to give diners new insights into the art of haute cuisine, has died at 73, a French government spokesman said Monday.