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Biden to call for unity, knock Trump in 2020 launch
AFP, Published on 18/05/2019
» PHILADELPHIA - Democratic frontrunner Joe Biden kicks off his 2020 presidential bid Saturday with a call for fairness and equality in America, urging voters to heal deep divisions and reject Donald Trump's "hard heart."
Parents appeal to French president in right-to-die case
AFP, Published on 18/05/2019
» LILLE (FRANCE) - The parents of a Frenchman kept alive in a vegetative state for a decade appealed to President Emmanuel Macron Saturday to ensure his treatment continues, two days before his doctor plans to stop all medication.
Australian PM returns to power against all odds
Published on 18/05/2019
» SYDNEY: Australia’s conservative coalition government has defied the pundits and pollsters by winning Saturday’s election. However, it’s not clear whether Prime Minister Scott Morrison will secure an outright parliamentary majority.
Humiliating exit for Austrian far-right's 'Mr Clean'
AFP, Published on 18/05/2019
» VIENNA - Heinz-Christian Strache, the man who successfully steered Austria's far-right back into government after years in opposition, has himself been brought down by an explosive corruption scandal.
Don Mueang-Betong flights planned
Published on 18/05/2019
» The Department of Airports is in talks with Bangkok Airways and Nok Air about operating flights between Don Mueang airport in Bangkok and a new airport in Betong district of Yala province, due to open in June next year.
Fake general caught with animal skins
Published on 18/05/2019
» Police have arrested a 31-year-old Bangkok man accused of impersonating an army general to swindle people and illegally possessing protected wildlife carcasses.
Lawbreakers to lawmakers in India
Published on 18/05/2019
» NEW DELHI: India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has one unwanted lead in this month’s general election race — according to data from an electoral watchdog it is fielding the most candidates among the major parties who are facing criminal charges. Its main rival, Congress, is just a step behind.
Austrian far-right leader resigns after sting
AFP, Published on 18/05/2019
» VIENNA: Austrian Vice-Chancellor Heinz-Christian Strache, a key figure of the European far-right, resigned Saturday after explosive revelations from a hidden-camera sting, just days before key EU elections.
Police doctor draws flak over US citizenship for son
Online Reporters, Published on 18/05/2019
» A former deputy police spokeswoman is facing criticism after urging Thai women to deliver babies in the United States as she did so that their newborns can get American citizenship.
Drone curbs cause stir in Japan
Published on 18/05/2019
» TOKYO: Japan has enacted legislation to severely restrict the flying of drones over venues for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games and US military facilities and as a measure against potential terrorist activities.