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Renewables key to Asia prosperity

As the war in the Strait of Hormuz continues to create havoc, Asia remains the worst hit by the global energy crisis. Whether it's a large economy like Japan or China, or a struggling economy like Sri Lanka or Pakistan, the same fate holds. Even nations that produce oil, like…

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Aviation, clean energy and digital sectors draw French

French business leaders have expressed interest in investing in Thailand's aviation, clean energy and digital sectors, citing strong growth potential, skilled workforce development and solid technology transfer opportunities.

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Creativity should be on Thailand's national agenda

When Visa launched its Destinations Programme for the first time in Asia Pacific, the payments company had its pick of cities from Tokyo to Seoul -- first-world cities that have well-developed infrastructure, institutional readiness and global recognition. The company decided to launch its first Destination in the region with Thailand,…

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Thaksin Shinawatra: Next up, Dubai?

Nearly two decades after the September 2006 coup that toppled him, and 12 years after another putsch swept away the government of his sister, Thaksin Shinawatra has once again reached a defining political milestone.

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Zverev to face Cobolli in French Open final after beating Mensik

PARIS (FRANCE) - Alexander Zverev moved to the verge of a long-awaited first Grand Slam title as the second seed saw off Jakub Mensik in four sets on Friday to set up a French Open final against Flavio Cobolli.

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Anthropic calls for pause in AI development

Anthropic is calling on major artificial intelligence labs to consider a coordinated and verifiable pause in ‌development, warning that rapid advances in the technology could soon allow AI systems to improve themselves faster than society can manage the risks.

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53 Huai Khwang businesses probed

Thai authorities are stepping up a crackdown on 53 firms suspected of using nominee arrangements in Huai Khwang district of Bangkok, amid concerns over Chinese-operated businesses and irregular financial transactions.

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Royal crematorium complex on schedule

Construction of the royal crematorium complex for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother is progressing as planned and is expected to be completed by Oct 31, officials said on Friday.

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UN warns of global hunger crisis as Mideast war drags on

GENEVA - “Pessimistic” predictions that the Middle East war could push tens of millions more people into acute hunger if drawn out are being proven right, the United Nations said on Friday.

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Palestine issue causes stir in Scottish football

Celtic fans oppose potential hiring of Robbie Keane because of Israel coaching stint

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Family of ‘miracle’ Everest survivor demands answers

KATHMANDU - The family of a Nepali climber who dragged himself off Mount Everest six days after being abandoned called for an investigation into rescue efforts, as doctors said on Friday he is in stable condition and recovering in hospital.

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Thailand to join UN maritime arbitration with Cambodia

Thailand said on Friday it would join ‌a UN arbitration process chosen by Cambodia to resolve a decades-long maritime boundary dispute, but it has put on hold for now other two-way efforts to settle their contested borders.

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Synology leads the charge as Computex 2026 brings AI down to earth

If COMPUTEX 2026 is the world’s grand parade of artificial intelligence (AI), robotics and next‑generation computing, then Synology looks well placed to march out front with the biggest drum.

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Serena Williams’ comeback to continue in Berlin

BERLIN - Serena Williams will take part in the women’s doubles at June’s WTA event in Berlin, organisers announced Friday, the next stop in her comeback after a near four-year absence.

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Security guard's 'magic spell' fails to conceal Wat Pho donation theft

A security guard has been arrested for allegedly stealing cash from donation boxes at Bangkok's renowned Wat Pho temple, despite attempting to conceal his identity by reciting what he claimed were incantations to avoid detection.

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Almost 15,000 illegal health products seized in Bangkok warehouse raid

A warehouse raid in Bangkok’s Lat Krabang district seeking illegal dietary supplements, cosmetics and herbal products seized nearly 15,000 items worth more than 2 million baht on Friday.

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China's entrance exam gets less competitive as more teens opt to skip university

China has reported a second consecutive decline in the number of students sitting the country's national university-entrance exams, as a graduate jobs crunch leads many teenagers to decide against pursuing an academic degree.

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Consumer watchdog to file civil suit against Volvo Cars' Thai unit

Thailand's consumer watchdog has approved the filing of ‌a civil lawsuit against the local unit of Volvo Cars and its repair and maintenance unit, Scandinavian Auto Co Ltd, over battery-related fires in its EX30 model, Pradoemchai Bunchualuai, ⁠an adviser to the minister who chairs the watchdog, said on Friday.

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Koh Samet tightens security after attempted rape

Koh Samet authorities have tightened security, ensuring all arrivals will be monitored and registered following the attempted sexual assault of a holidaymaker earlier this week.

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China among top gold buyers as bullion overtakes US Treasuries in global reserves: ECB

China is one of the world's largest buyers of gold as central banks shift towards the precious metal, which has overtaken US Treasuries to become the world's top reserve asset amid higher valuations and its appeal as a geopolitical hedge, the European Central Bank said.

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Thai victims of ‘fake girlfriend’ scam held captive in Cambodia by Chinese group

Thai victims of a "fake girlfriend" call centre scam were held captive and forgotten inside rented rooms in Cambodia for more than half a month by a Chinese group that were escaping a major Cambodian police crackdown.

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One-fourth of voters still undecided on Bangkok governor choice

Almost 30% of voters in the capital have not settled on their choice for a new Bangkok governor, a KPI poll said on Friday, as the group could threaten favourite Chadchart Sittipunt, despite his lead in the contest.

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