Year: 2023
- World News
Sri Lanka police fire tear gas at student protest demanding activist release
Sri Lankan authorities have deployed tear gas and water cannons against hundreds of students protesting in the capital, demanding the release of individuals arrested during anti-government demonstrations last year. The protesters argue that the continued imprisonment of numerous students and activists constitutes political persecution. In 2021, Sri Lanka experienced widespread, months-long protests triggered by the nationโs most severe economic crisisโฆ
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PGA, DP World and LIV Golf merge, creating global golf entity
In a groundbreaking move, the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and Saudi-backed LIV Golf have announced plans to merge operations, creating a new global golf entity. This marks a pivotal moment in the sportโs history, ending two years of litigation between the parties. The US-based PGA Tour and Europeโs DP World Tour revealed their intention to form a new collectivelyโฆ
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EUโs geopolitical ambition hindered by technocracy and bureaucracy
The European Union has been striving to establish itself as a โgeopoliticalโ force since December 2019, with French President Emmanuel Macron being one of the most prominent advocates for this vision. A key aspect of this strategy is the European Political Community (EPC), which encompasses 27 EU member states and 17 neighbouring countries. However, the progress towards achieving this goalโฆ
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Hedge fund founder Alan Howard donates ยฃ1m to Conservative Party
Hedge fund founder Alan Howard has pledged a ยฃ1 million donation to the Conservative Party, marking his largest single contribution to the party thus far. Howard, co-founder of Brevan Howard Asset Management, is one of the UKโs most successful hedge fund managers and is based in Switzerland. He ranked 100th on this yearโs Sunday Times Rich List with a fortuneโฆ
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Labour MP accuses party of gaslighting over sexual misconduct claims handling
Labour MP Charlotte Nichols has accused her own party of โgaslightingโ her after she criticised its handling of sexual misconduct allegations. Nichols, the MP for Warrington North, claims that Labour only took action against suspended MP Geraint Davies after details about his alleged โunacceptable behaviourโ became public knowledge. Additionally, she accused her party of โchoosing not to actโ over aโฆ
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Over ยฃ10k raised for family of student killed in suspected hit-and-run
Over ยฃ10,000 has been collected to support the family of Joshua Lloyd Roberts, a 19-year-old student who tragically passed away after a suspected hit-and-run incident in Caeathro, Gwynedd. Joshua, a second-year sports performance analysis student at Cardiff Metropolitan University, was found on Ffordd Waunfawr on June 2. The police arrested a 19-year-old man on suspicion of causing death by dangerousโฆ
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Man accused of murdering Met sergeant shot at close range, jury hears
Sergeant Matt Ratana was fatally shot in the chest at close range by Louis de Zoysa, 25 years old, at Croydon police station, according to the prosecution at Northampton Crown Court. De Zoysa had been arrested and searched on September 25, 2020, and was found in possession of cannabis and seven rounds of ammunition. However, officers failed to detect aโฆ
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Clop ransomware group sets deadline for BA, Boots and BBC cyber attack victims
A cyber attack on companies such as British Airways and Boots has been attributed to the suspected Russian group Clop, which has issued a deadline for victims to negotiate before hacked data is published online. The attack targeted the MOVEit software, resulting in personal data of over 100,000 employees being compromised, including bank and contact details. Clop posted a noticeโฆ
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Heathrow security staff escalate strike action amid ongoing pay dispute
Heathrow Airport is bracing for a series of strikes by security staff, with walkouts scheduled nearly every weekend from mid-June until the end of August. The industrial action is a result of an ongoing pay dispute involving more than 2,000 members of the Unite union, which led to strikes last month and over the Easter period. This time, officers fromโฆ
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Teen dies after playground incident at West Lothian school
A 14-year-old student has died following an incident between two pupils at St Kentigernโs Academy in Blackburn, West Lothian. Emergency services were called to the school on Tuesday afternoon, and the teenager was taken to the hospital but passed away shortly after. Detectives convened with education authorities on Wednesday morning to discuss the tragic event, while fellow students receive emotionalโฆ
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Harry alleges phone hacking in Mirror lawsuit, claims injustice if denied
In the High Court, Prince Harry has addressed questions about a prank voicemail left by his brother William, a visit to a strip club, and his break-up with Chelsy Davy, during his second day of giving evidence. He was also asked if he would be โdisappointedโ should the court not find in his favour and decide details about his privateโฆ
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Chinese employee sacked for excessive loo breaks causes online debate
A Chinese employee was dismissed from his job due to spending up to six hours a day in the restroom, leading to a widely discussed court case. Despite citing chronic health issues as the reason for his frequent bathroom visits, a Chinese court ruled the dismissal as valid and the employee was not reinstated. The case dates back to 2015โฆ
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Thai investor confidence sinks as government formation uncertainty looms
Investor confidence in the nationโs stock market has dropped to an eight-month low due to uncertainty over the formation of a new government, according to the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organisations (Fetco). The overall investor confidence index has dipped to 77.70 from 110.09 in May, entering the โbearish zoneโ for the first time in eight months. Foreign investor confidenceโฆ
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OECD raises global growth outlook as inflation eases, warns of long road
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has marginally increased its global economic growth forecast to 2.7%, up from 2.6% in its previous report. This revision is attributed to easing inflation, China lifting Covid restrictions, falling energy prices, and supply chain improvements. However, the recovery remains below the 3.3% growth recorded in 2022, and the organisation warns of aโฆ
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Frustrated man welds car park entrance after dispute with stubborn driver
A Chinese man, frustrated by a stranger repeatedly parking in his rented parking space, resorted to welding an iron barrier around the vehicle, demanding an apology before allowing it to be moved. The incident took place in Chaosheng in Chinaโs Chaozhou province when the man, known as โZasuโ, found his space obstructed. Despite numerous requests to relocate the car, theโฆ
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Thai tourism campaign targets secondary cities for foreign visitors boost
Thailandโs Tourism Authority (TAT) has revealed a significant increase in international travellers visiting the country in the first five months of 2023, with a total of 10,568,485 visitors. In collaboration with Central Pattana Plc., TAT aims to promote local and alternative tourism destinations, targeting a shift in the proportion of travellers from major to secondary cities. During the first fiveโฆ
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Thai mother suspected in mysterious canal death of 2 month old son
Police suspect a Thai woman is responsible for the murder of her two month old son after the baby mysteriously drowned in a canal. The dead body was found floating in a canal nearby the familyโs house. During the initial investigation, officers also uncovered traces of blood on the babyโs bed, adding to the complexity of the case. Yesterday atโฆ
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SET and AIMC to use class action law to protect investors amid Stark fraud probe
The Association of Investment Management Companies (AIMC) and the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) are set to utilise class action law to safeguard investorsโ interests as the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) examines potential fraud involving former executives of Stark Corporation. Starkโs shares plummeted by approximately 90% after the SET allowed trading to resume on June 1, causing significant harmโฆ
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Indiaโs new parliament map angers neighbours, Bangladesh demands explanation
Tensions have risen among South Asian nations, including Bangladesh, Nepal, and Pakistan, after the unveiling of a map in Indiaโs new parliament building. The Akhand Bharat, or Undivided India, map includes parts of Afghanistan, as well as the entirety of Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. Bangladeshโs foreign ministry has sought clarification from New Delhi on the matter. Shahriarโฆ
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Canadian politiciansโ China witch-hunt threatens democracy more than Beijing
In recent months, Canadaโs capital has been gripped by a manufactured scandal involving alleged Chinese interference, leading to a wave of hysteria that has paralysed the city. The situation has been exacerbated by sensationalist reporting and hyperbolic politicians, who have claimed that Chinese agents are covertly undermining Canadaโs democratic institutions. Amidst this panic, some have turned to Canadaโs law-abiding spyโฆ
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Sunak to discuss Bidenโs green investment and subsidy concerns in US visit
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak anticipates discussing President Joe Bidenโs flagship green investment package during his visit to the United States. En route to Washington DC, Sunak remarked that โsubsidy racesโ are not the solution to achieving climate goals. Some UK ministers have criticised Bidenโs Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which includes US$370bn (ยฃ297bn) for green technology advancement in the US, asโฆ
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Virginia graduation shooting kills two, injures five in chaotic attack
A graduation ceremony in Virginia turned tragic as two individuals were killed and five others injured in a shooting incident. The attack occurred outside the Altria Theater in Richmond, causing panic among the attendees, many of whom were dressed in graduation gowns. The police chief described the scene as chaotic, with people scattering in all directions. A 19-year-old suspect attemptedโฆ
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Pope Francis to undergo abdominal surgery at Rome hospital
Pope Francis is set to undergo abdominal surgery at Romeโs Gemelli hospital on Wednesday afternoon. The Vatican stated that the 86-year-old pontiff will remain in the hospital for several days to recover from the hernia operation. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni noted that the hernia has been causing โrecurrent, painful and worseningโ symptoms for the Pope. โIn the early afternoon heโฆ
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Air India flight diverted to Russia due to engine issue, passengers stranded
An Air India flight en route from New Delhi to San Francisco was forced to make an unscheduled landing in Russiaโs Far East port town of Magadan due to engine issues. The airline has stated that a reserve plane will be dispatched from Mumbai to transport the affected passengers. The Boeing 777 aircraft, carrying 216 passengers and 16 crew members,โฆ
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Acclaimed painter Francoise Gilot dies at 101, leaving vibrant legacy
Acclaimed painter Francoise Gilot, who was known for her turbulent relationship with Pablo Picasso, has passed away at the age of 101. Her daughter, Aurelia Engel, confirmed that Gilot died in a New York hospital, where she had been residing for many years. Engel praised her motherโs artistic talent, stating, โShe was an extremely talented artist, and we will beโฆ
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Drought hits Singburi: Turbo-charged pump aids fish, supports local agriculture
As drought continues in Thailandโs central Singburi province the a templeโs fish pond is experiencing a severe reduction in water levels, causing a shortage of oxygen for the fish. Consequently, the Pak Than Sub-district Administration Organisation (SAO) has urgently installed a turbo-charged pump to transfer water from a nearby canal into the pond, simultaneously supporting the aquatic life and allowing localsโฆ
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Phuket shooting: Russian restauranteur targeted in daylight attack
The idyllic streets of Phuket were rocked today by a brutal act of violence as a man, believed to be a Russian restaurant owner, was shot inside his car outside a cafe. The incident unfolded in broad daylight, sending shockwaves through the peaceful neighbourhood. Police rushed to the scene on Boat Avenue in Cherng Talay, where they discovered a blueโฆ
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Sam Altman dismisses public listing, discusses AIโs future and regulation
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has stated that the company, backed by Microsoft and known for its ChatGPT technology, has no intentions of going public in the near future. Speaking at a conference in Abu Dhabi, Altman expressed concerns about potential conflicts with investorsโ expectations and the need for a unique structure to maintain OpenAIโs capped-profit model. OpenAI has raised US$10โฆ
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Election Commission to recommend vote recounts amid integrity concerns
In a new development on the Thai election, the Election Commission (EC) of Thailand is taking necessary measures to ensure the fairness of the recent general election. The EC plans to recommend vote recounts in certain party list constituencies after finding unused distributed voting cards. Furthermore, the EC is working to resolve over 280 disputes that question the validity ofโฆ
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Police Division 8 enhances gun training amid growing criminal confrontations
Thailandโs Police Division 8 enforces gun practice training for officers to effectively control situations involving criminals, as confrontations between police and criminals have seen a spike. The goal is to improve officersโ competence in handling weapons and their preparedness to face real-life scenarios. In recent times, conflicts between investigators and criminals have seen a sharp increase, which has caused concernโฆ
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Alcoholic sets fire to his bedridden wife resulting in her death
In a horrifying incident that has left a community in shock, a Thai man set fire to his bedridden wife, resulting in her tragic demise. The disturbing crime unfolded in the Isaan province of Udon Thani. At 8am today, Banyat and Phatcharapha Ritthanusorn were startled by an argument they overheard. Recognizing the seriousness of the situation, they promptly reported itโฆ
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Superheroes gather at homemade pizza-burger joint for vibrant grand opening
Worldwide superheroes gathered to launch a pizza and burger restaurant offering homemade delicacies and colourful entertainment at The Box Homemade Pizza & Burger today, located in front of CJ Supermarket near the Sam Liam community market in Khon Kaen City Municipality. With a special buy one, get one free promotion on small-sized pizzas, the grand opening attracted a large crowd,โฆ
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Teen dies in isolated incident at West Lothianโs St Kentigernโs Academy
A tragic event unfolded at St Kentigernโs Academy in Blackburn, West Lothian, when a 14-year-old boy lost his life following an isolated incident on Tuesday afternoon. Police arrived at the scene around 1.20pm, and the young student was rushed to the hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Police Scotland is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the teenagerโs death.โฆ
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MFP leader vows to tackle Bangkokโs traffic, flooding, and air pollution
In a meeting yesterday with Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, Move Forward Party (MFP) leader and prime ministerial candidate Pita Limjaroenrat pledged to address 21 major issues plaguing the capital city. These problems include traffic congestion, flooding, and PM 2.5 air pollution. The meeting was also attended by several MFP MPs-elect for Bangkok and Bangkok councillors, signalling a strong collaboration betweenโฆ
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