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    Why traders in Thailand are choosing EC Markets for gold and forex trading

    Gold and forex trading have long been favourites among investors in Thailand, but why are so many traders now turning to EC Markets? The answer lies in a combination of tight spreads, ultra-fast execution, Thai baht (THB) deposit support, and...

  • Pakistan crackdown targets PTI supporters’ businesses in Punjab | Thaiger

    Pakistan crackdown targets PTI supporters’ businesses in Punjab

    In Punjab province, Pakistan, supporters of Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party have reported that authorities are targeting businesses of those sympathetic to the former prime minister. Hammad Azhar, a top PTI aide, said his family-owned business, AFCO Steel Industries, was closed by police for over a week without any documentary evidence or sealing warrants. “The authorities did not have…

  • US-GCC joint statement backs two-state solution, omits Israel normalisation | Thaiger

    US-GCC joint statement backs two-state solution, omits Israel normalisation

    The United States and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have issued a joint statement, highlighting shared priorities and finding common ground on various issues. This follows US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s attendance at a GCC meeting during his recent visit to Saudi Arabia. The statement emphasises the US’s “enduring commitment” to the Gulf region, despite concerns about its diminishing…

  • Wildfires cause air quality alerts across North America and disrupt travel | Thaiger

    Wildfires cause air quality alerts across North America and disrupt travel

    Air quality alerts have been issued for millions of people across North America as wildfires continue to rage in Canada, causing evacuations, disruption to air travel, and smoke-filled skies even thousands of kilometres from the fires. The US National Weather Service has extended air quality alerts for the East Coast, from New England to South Carolina, as well as parts…

  • Off-duty officer testifies in trial of deputy accused in Parkland shooting | Thaiger

    Off-duty officer testifies in trial of deputy accused in Parkland shooting

    An off-duty officer, Jeffrey Heinrich, who was present during the 2018 Parkland high school massacre in Florida, has given his testimony in the trial of the deputy accused of failing to stop the shooter. Heinrich described how he initially mistook the gunshots for fireworks before realising the situation and approaching unarmed. The trial focuses on what former Broward Deputy Scot…

  • US suspends $1.8bn Ethiopia food aid over diversion claims | Thaiger

    US suspends $1.8bn Ethiopia food aid over diversion claims

    The US Agency for International Aid (USAid) has halted food aid to Ethiopia after discovering that donations were being misdirected away from those in need. The suspension will affect approximately 20 million Ethiopians, who are currently experiencing severe food shortages due to war and drought. The United States remains the largest humanitarian donor to Ethiopia, having provided over US$1.8 billion…

  • 297 orphans evacuated amid deadly conflict in Sudan’s capital | Thaiger

    297 orphans evacuated amid deadly conflict in Sudan’s capital

    In Sudan’s capital, Khartoum, nearly 300 orphans have been rescued from the heart of the conflict in a dangerous evacuation carried out by humanitarian workers. This follows the tragic deaths of 67 children at the Mygoma orphanage due to starvation, dehydration, and infections, as the fighting prevented staff from reaching the facility. Since April 15, the city has experienced daily…

  • Russia accused of targeting Ukraine dam breach evacuation points | Thaiger

    Russia accused of targeting Ukraine dam breach evacuation points

    Ukraine has accused Russia of targeting evacuation points in the aftermath of the Kakhovka dam breach, resulting in one death and several injuries in the city of Kherson. The attack occurred during President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to the city, where he met with locals affected by the flooding. According to Kherson’s governor, Oleksandr Prokudin, 2,000 people have been evacuated from…

  • China targets AirDrop and Bluetooth in censorship crackdown proposal | Thaiger

    China targets AirDrop and Bluetooth in censorship crackdown proposal

    China is looking to impose restrictions on mobile file-sharing services such as AirDrop and Bluetooth, in an effort to expand its censorship capabilities. The country’s national internet regulator has initiated a month-long public consultation on the proposals, which aim to prevent the spread of illegal and “undesirable” information. Activists are concerned that this move will further limit their ability to…

  • UK and US unveil Atlantic Declaration to counter China’s economic threat | Thaiger

    UK and US unveil Atlantic Declaration to counter China’s economic threat

    Rishi Sunak and Joe Biden have established a new partnership aimed at enhancing economic security in response to the growing threat posed by China. Despite not achieving a comprehensive free trade deal with the US as promised in the Tory manifesto, the prime minister and US president announced the Atlantic Declaration during a meeting at the White House. This marked…

  • CCTV reveals moments before fatal shooting of police officer in Croydon | Thaiger

    CCTV reveals moments before fatal shooting of police officer in Croydon

    Newly released CCTV and body-cam footage offers insight into the moments before and after the fatal shooting of Sergeant Matt Ratana in September 2020. Louis De Zoysa, now 25 years old, stands accused of killing Ratana with an antique revolver at a custody centre in Croydon, south London. The footage, shown during De Zoysa’s murder trial, captures the suspect being…

  • West Ham victory parade floods east London streets after historic win | Thaiger

    West Ham victory parade floods east London streets after historic win

    A sea of jubilant West Ham United supporters filled the streets of east London to participate in a victory parade, celebrating the team’s first major trophy win in over four decades. The Hammers secured a 2-1 victory against Fiorentina in Prague on Wednesday night, with the bus carrying the players struggling to navigate the throngs of elated fans. As the…

  • Teenage e-bike rider dies in ambulance collision after Salford police chase | Thaiger

    Teenage e-bike rider dies in ambulance collision after Salford police chase

    A tragic accident in Salford has left a 15-year-old boy dead after his electric bike collided with an ambulance. The incident occurred following a police pursuit which began on Fitzwarren Street at around 2pm. Officers were forced to abandon the chase due to bollards on Lower Seedley Road. However, shortly after, the collision took place on Langworthy Road, resulting in…

  • Sarawak delegation visits Huawei, explores digital economy collaboration | Thaiger

    Sarawak delegation visits Huawei, explores digital economy collaboration

    A delegation from Sarawak, led by Deputy Premier Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, visited the Huawei Enterprise Digital Transformation Exhibition Hall in Shenzhen, China. The International Trade, Industry and Investment Minister received a briefing from Huawei officials on the company’s various technologies and initiatives for the digital economy. These include the application of smart processes in sectors such as city management,…

  • MACC to monitor RM320m Sabah water project allocation | Thaiger

    MACC to monitor RM320m Sabah water project allocation

    The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has announced plans to closely monitor the allocation of RM320 million (US$76.7 million) for projects aimed at addressing water supply issues in Sabah. MACC chief Azam Baki has instructed the Sabah MACC to collaborate with the state government in overseeing the funds and their related projects, emphasising the importance of spending the money wisely and…

  • 40 luxury handbags linked to 1MDB scandal set for auction | Thaiger

    40 luxury handbags linked to 1MDB scandal set for auction

    An auction is set to take place for 40 luxury handbags from various brands linked to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) financial scandal. The Malaysian government has filed an application for the forfeiture of assets under Section 56 of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds Act 2001, in connection with the misappropriation of assets. Assets seized by the police…

  • Afghanistan mosque explosion kills Taliban officials during funeral prayers | Thaiger

    Afghanistan mosque explosion kills Taliban officials during funeral prayers

    A mosque in north-east Afghanistan was rocked by an explosion, resulting in multiple casualties. Among those injured or killed were several local Taliban officials. The blast took place during a prayer service held for the deputy governor of Badakhshan province, who lost his life in a car bomb attack earlier this week. The Islamic State militant group claimed responsibility for…

  • Teen charged with Aberdeenshire murder, drug supply, and indecent communication | Thaiger

    Teen charged with Aberdeenshire murder, drug supply, and indecent communication

    A 19-year-old has been charged with the murder of a 24-year-old man in Aberdeenshire. Michael Jenkins was declared dead on Watermill Road in Fraserburgh after police responded to a disturbance report around 6pm on Sunday. Alfie Whelan, from Sutton, appeared in Peterhead Sheriff Court on Wednesday, facing charges of murder, supplying controlled drugs, and communicating indecently. Whelan has been remanded…

  • Climate change boosts flight turbulence, study warns | Thaiger

    Climate change boosts flight turbulence, study warns

    A recent study has revealed that climate change is causing an increase in turbulence during flights, with the situation expected to worsen. Clear-air turbulence, which is nearly invisible and difficult to detect with current equipment, has long been anticipated to increase as a result of climate change. The study from Reading University provides the most comprehensive analysis of this effect…

  • M&S settles Percy Pig dispute, Swizzels to change design | Thaiger

    M&S settles Percy Pig dispute, Swizzels to change design

    Marks & Spencer (M&S) has reached a settlement with confectionery firm Swizzels, which it accused of imitating its popular Percy Pig sweets. The two companies have come to an “amicable resolution” after Swizzels agreed to alter the design of its Pigs Mugs sweets. M&S had claimed that the similarities between the products could lead to customers purchasing the wrong item.…

  • Coca-Cola, Red Bull seek millions after Scotland’s deposit return scheme collapse | Thaiger

    Coca-Cola, Red Bull seek millions after Scotland’s deposit return scheme collapse

    Coca-Cola and Red Bull are among the companies considering seeking millions of pounds in compensation following the postponement of Scotland’s deposit return scheme, according to sources. The Scottish Government’s plan, which would have added a 20p charge to single-use bottles and cans, has been delayed until at least October 2025. The beverage industry had invested millions in preparation for the…

  • Sunak denies broken US trade deal promise, cites pandemic and Ukraine war | Thaiger

    Sunak denies broken US trade deal promise, cites pandemic and Ukraine war

    The UK’s Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, has defended the government’s inability to secure a trade deal with the United States, attributing the delay to the pandemic and the war in Ukraine. Sunak, who is currently visiting the US, was asked if he accepted that the Conservatives had not fulfilled their 2019 manifesto pledge to strike a deal with…

  • Rebecca Ferguson urges inquiry into reality TV’s terrifying behind-the-scenes treatment | Thaiger

    Rebecca Ferguson urges inquiry into reality TV’s terrifying behind-the-scenes treatment

    Rebecca Ferguson, a former X Factor contestant, has called for an investigation into reality TV shows to protect future participants, claiming there are “terrifying” occurrences happening behind the scenes. The 36-year-old singer used Twitter to express her concerns and request an independent inquiry, interviewing herself and all previous X Factor staff from 2004 to the present day. Ferguson, who finished…

  • Piers Morgan injected info into royal stories, ex-Mirror editor claims | Thaiger

    Piers Morgan injected info into royal stories, ex-Mirror editor claims

    The High Court has heard that Piers Morgan, the former editor of the Daily Mirror, took a “genuine interest” in royal stories and would occasionally “inject” information into articles at the newspaper. Jane Kerr, the paper’s former royal correspondent and later assistant news editor, provided evidence during the second day of the lawsuit brought by Prince Harry against publisher Mirror…

  • Malaysia and Indonesia sign border crossing agreement, boosting security | Thaiger

    Malaysia and Indonesia sign border crossing agreement, boosting security

    A border crossing agreement between Malaysia and Indonesia has been signed, as part of six bilateral instruments agreed upon during Indonesian President Joko Widodo’s two-day visit to Malaysia. The joint statement by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Joko Widodo revealed that the agreement aims to strengthen Malaysia-Indonesia bilateral relations, particularly in the economic and security sectors. The agreement, which covers…

  • Malaysia allocates RM1m to boost Coopmart sales, lower consumer prices | Thaiger

    Malaysia allocates RM1m to boost Coopmart sales, lower consumer prices

    The Malaysia Cooperative Societies Commission (SKM) has allocated RM1 million to implement the Madani Cooperative Sales this year, aiming to promote and encourage the public to shop at cooperative retail stores known as Coopmart. Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick stated that the Madani Cooperative Sales offer daily necessities at prices up to 20% lower than local market…

  • Malaysia identifies Haj pilgrims using Rahmah Cash Aid list | Thaiger

    Malaysia identifies Haj pilgrims using Rahmah Cash Aid list

    The Malaysian government is using the Rahmah Cash Aid (STR) recipient list to identify prospective Haj pilgrims from the B40 and M40 income groups, while those in the T20 income group are identified based on an individual income of above RM15,000 per month. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), Mohd Na’im Mokhtar, explained that the Pilgrims Fund Board…

  • Umno to enable online membership applications with constitutional amendment | Thaiger

    Umno to enable online membership applications with constitutional amendment

    The United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) is set to approve an amendment to its constitution, enabling online membership applications. The special UMNO General Assembly, scheduled for tomorrow, will discuss the motion to change the clause to a rule, granting the Supreme Council the power to amend membership application rules. UMNO President Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi explained that although an…

  • Mahathir Mohamad questioned by police over Malay Proclamation | Thaiger

    Mahathir Mohamad questioned by police over Malay Proclamation

    Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad revealed that he was questioned by the police on June 2 concerning two recent statements. He took to social media to express his concerns about freedom of speech, stating that if his remarks were incorrect, they should be proven so, and that the police questioning him was a form of intimidation. Mahathir claimed that…

  • Singapore comedian slammed for MH370 tragedy joke by Malaysian minister | Thaiger

    Singapore comedian slammed for MH370 tragedy joke by Malaysian minister

    Transport Minister Anthony Loke has criticised Singaporean comedian Jocelyn Chia for making light of the missing Malaysian flight MH370 tragedy in her act. Loke described Chia’s joke as “rude, insolent, and inhumane,” as the incident involved the loss of over 200 lives. Following the controversy, which garnered negative reactions from various parties, Loke reached out to his Singaporean counterpart, S…

  • Investigations ongoing into Northport container fire, false declarations suspected | Thaiger

    Investigations ongoing into Northport container fire, false declarations suspected

    Investigations have commenced to uncover the cause of a fire that destroyed 13 shipping containers owned by Northport (Malaysia) Bhd, which were located near Jalan Pelabuhan Utara, Port Klang. Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that the Port Klang Authority (LPK) and Northport are conducting an in-depth investigation that will cover all aspects, including the possibility of false declarations. “We still…

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