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Italy to decide on government future after Salvini pullout
AFP, Published on 12/08/2019
» ROME - Italy's coalition government hung in the balance on Monday as senators debated whether to hold a no-confidence vote after far-right leader Matteo Salvini pulled the plug on the populist alliance.
Norway mosque 'terror attack' suspect appears in court
AFP, Published on 12/08/2019
» OSLO - A Norwegian man suspected of killing his stepsister and opening fire at a mosque near Oslo at the weekend appeared at a court detention hearing beaten and bruised but smiling on Monday, accused of murder and a terrorist act.
Thai driver Albon replaces Gasly at Red Bull F1 team
Reuters, Published on 12/08/2019
» LONDON: Toro Rosso rookie Alexander Albon will replace under-performing Pierre Gasly as Max Verstappen's Red Bull team mate from the next race in Belgium until the end of the season, the Formula One team said on Monday.
Hong Kong protesters swarm airport as violence intensifies
Agencies, Published on 12/08/2019
» HONG KONG: One of the world's busiest airports cancelled all flights as thousands of Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters crowded into the main terminal Monday afternoon, after clashes with police became increasingly violent during a 10th straight weekend of demonstrations.
Gold holds above $1,500 on global growth worries
Reuters, Published on 12/08/2019
» Gold edged up on Monday, holding above the psychological $1,500 level, amid concerns over slowing global economic growth as the trade war between Washington and Beijing drags on.
Yemen separatists say ready for talks after Aden 'coup'
AFP, Published on 12/08/2019
» ADEN - The head of Yemen's separatist movement said he was ready to take part in Saudi-brokered peace talks after clashes with pro-government forces killed dozens in second city Aden.
Thai Airways, Thai AirAsia cancel Hong Kong flights
Online Reporters, Published on 12/08/2019
» Thai Airways International and Thai AirAsia suspended flights to Hong Kong after the Chinese territory closed its airport on Monday.
Erawan waterfall partially closed after tourists injured
Piyarach Chongcharoen and Online Reporters, Published on 12/08/2019
» Part of the popular Erawan waterfall in Si Sawat district of Kanchanaburi has been temporarily closed after heavy downpours damaged a path to higher tiers, but the access to all levels is expected to be restored on Tuesday.
Cathay Pacific warns staff over 'illegal protests'
AFP, Published on 12/08/2019
» HONG KONG - Hong Kong carrier Cathay Pacific warned staff on Monday that they could be fired for supporting "illegal protests", as the firm comes under pressure from Beijing over pro-democracy demonstrations.
Baby dugong Mariam is ill, condition 'worrying'
Published on 12/08/2019
» Mariam the baby dugong has developed a serious illness after being attacked by an adult dugong while swimming in the Andaman Sea.