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WORLD

Southern Europe roasts as temperatures soar

AFP, Published on 30/06/2025

» ROME - Spain and Portugal reported record temperatures Monday as Italy and France braced for several more days of a punishing heatwave that has gripped southern Europe and Britain, sparking health and wildfire warnings.

THAILAND

Fighting Health Misinformation in the Digital Age 

Published on 30/06/2025

» The National Vaccine Institute (NVI), in collaboration with the Vaccine for the People Foundation and partner agencies, launched a special forum titled “Misinformation Spreads Faster Than Disease – Check Before You Click, Think Before You Share” to raise public awareness about vaccine safety and digital media literacy. The event featured a panel discussion with medical, law enforcement, and communication experts aiming to build immunity against online fake news and promote responsible digital behaviour.

THAILAND

Fake invoices used in multi-million-baht VAT refund fraud

Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 30/06/2025

» The Revenue Department (RD) and the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) have jointly dismantled a major value-added tax (VAT) fraud ring that allegedly resulted in over 1 billion baht in losses to the state.

WORLD

NGO loses bid to block UK export of military equipment to Israel

AFP, Published on 30/06/2025

» LONDON - The High Court in London rejected a legal challenge on Monday brought by a Palestinian rights group seeking to block the UK from supplying components for Israeli F-35 fighter jets.

THAILAND

True Wins Key Spectrum to Power Digital Future

Published on 30/06/2025

» Bangkok, June 30, 2025 – True Corporation has secured the 2300 MHz and 1500 MHz frequency bands in Thailand’s latest spectrum auction, significantly enhancing its network capabilities and cementing its position as the operator with the most comprehensive spectrum portfolio across low, mid, and high bands in the country.

WORLD

UN chief urges aid surge in world of 'climate chaos, raging conflicts'

AFP, Published on 30/06/2025

» SEVILLE (SPAIN) - UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged the world to "rev up the engine of development" at an aid conference in Spain on Monday at a time when US-led cuts are jeopardising the fight against poverty and climate change.

THAILAND

Motorcyclist survives crash after falling asleep on motorway

News, Online Reporters, Published on 30/06/2025

» A young man riding a motorcycle illegally on a motorway in Thailand narrowly escaped death after falling asleep and crashing into the back of a lorry. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, has sparked widespread concern online.

LIFE

How Hong Kong is wooing Muslim tourists with halal menus

South China Morning Post, Published on 30/06/2025

» At Chinesology restaurant in Hong Kong, culinary director Saito Chau creates char siu with Wagyu beef instead of pork, and uses "a secret sauce" to replace the rose cooking wine in the glaze. For him, the dish is not just another modern spin on a classic dish - it represents an opportunity for cultural exchange.

BUSINESS

Thai factory output up 1.88% y/y in May on higher car output, exports

Reuters, Published on 30/06/2025

» Thailand's manufacturing production index rose 1.88% in May from a year earlier, the industry ministry said on Monday, slightly higher than analysts' forecasts after increases in car production and exports, while the kingdom’s current account deficit was $0.3 billion in May.

THAILAND

The Shapeshifting fiaba: A new era reimagined

Published on 30/06/2025

» Maurice Lacroix turns the history books on their head, ushering in a bold new chapter for the FIABA collection. Meet theFIABA Square: debuting in twelve pebble-inspired versions, blending assertive aesthetics with Swiss craftsmanship. More than a watch – it’s a mark of individuality.