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US-funded broadcaster exits Hong Kong
The New York Times, Published on 29/03/2024
» HONG KONG — The US-funded news service Radio Free Asia said on Friday that it had closed its office in Hong Kong because of concerns about the city’s recently enacted national security law that targets so-called foreign interference.
Huawei sees fastest growth in four years
Reuters, Published on 29/03/2024
» SHENZHEN, China - Huawei Technologies of China saw its fastest growth in four years in 2023, with a rebound in its consumer segment and income from new businesses like smart car components accelerating its recovery from US sanctions.
Six workers killed in Rayong crane collapse
Online Reporters, Published on 29/03/2024
» At least six construction workers were reportedly killed and several others injured when a crane collapsed at the construction site for a Chinese-run steel factory in Pluak Daeng district of Rayong on Friday.
90 held as Chinese-led scam gang busted in South
Nujaree Rakrun, Published on 29/03/2024
» NAKHON SI THAMMARAT: Police have arrested 90 alleged scammers, including 55 Chinese nationals, during raids on eight locations in Chawang district of this southern province.
Govt defends its ‘confidence’ in Tomorrowland
MONGKOL BANGPRAPA, Published on 29/03/2024
» The government has defended its stance after the organisers of Tomorrowland, a major electronic dance music (EDM) festival, denied a government statement suggesting that the annual event would come to Thailand, saying the offer was still being studied.
Global equity income touted on Fed rate move
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 29/03/2024
» The Federal Reserve is expected to cut US interest rates 2-3 times this year starting from its June meeting, making global equity income a promising investment, says London-based Newton Investment Management.
Chiang Mai expands Songkran booze and smoking bans
Panumate Tanraksa, Published on 29/03/2024
» Chiang Mai will prohibit the sale and consumption of alcohol, as well as smoking, in many public areas, including those around the city’s moat, during the extended Songkran festival next month.
Cabinet to study casino findings soon
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 29/03/2024
» The findings of a study on an integrated entertainment complex and casino development plan are expected to be sent to the cabinet for consideration over the next two weeks, according to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
Myanmar-bound drone jammer seized
Assawin Pinitwong, Published on 29/03/2024
» Two Myanmar nationals have been arrested in the border town of Mae Sot in Tak province with an anti-drone jamming device that was reportedly intended for use in the conflict-torn neighbouring country.
Japan finally sees ‘Oppenheimer’, amid some unease
Published on 29/03/2024
» HIROSHIMA - The Best Picture winner “Oppenheimer” finally made its premiere in Japan on Friday, eight months after a controversial grassroots marketing push and concerns about how its nuclear theme would be received in the only country to suffer atomic bombing.