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US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard resigns

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignation on Friday, ending the tenure of a long-term contrarian who appeared to be at odds with President Donald Trump over the Iran war.

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Tourism operators back 30-day visa return

Tourism operators in Phuket and Pattaya backed the government's decision to restore 30-day visa-free stays, saying the move would help curb illegal businesses and low-spending long-stay visitors.

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Ratchanok, Panitchaphon storm into KL semi-finals

Ratchanok Intanon and Panitchaphon Teeraratsakul moved into the semi-finals of the BWF Malaysia Masters in Kuala Lumpur on Friday, while Pitchamon Opatniputh exited at the hands of top seed Chen Yufei.

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Thai airlines grapple with jet fuel surge

Despite increased airfares, airlines have been unable to absorb rising jet fuel costs during the summer period, with this expense increasing from 30-35% of operational costs to 60% in May.

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Toxic air deadlier than tobacco

Air pollution is one of the greatest environmental threats to human health. Every day, 99% of the global population breathes in invisible microparticles from dirty air, which enter our bloodstream and cause damage to our cells and organs. This contributes to 7.9 million deaths around the world every year and…

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Higher electricity prices to hit large Thai families

Large households and small businesses operating from residential properties are expected to face higher electricity bills from July, as the government prepares to roll out a new tariff system.

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Wasapol takes charge of Thai U17 team

Former Kanchanaburi Power FC coach Wasapol Kaewpaluk has been appointed as the new head coach of the Thailand U17 national team.

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Living in the shadows

The Dutch embassy and its Thai partners hosted "At The Heart Of Democracy: The Journey From Amsterdam To Bangkok" earlier this month at SCB Connext to launch the "Amsterdam Rainbow Dress" exhibition ahead of the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) which falls annually on May 17.

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Global risks converge, Thailand holds its cards

The past week delivered multiple warning signals from the global economy: a US-China summit that ended with smiles but little substance, the most severe global bond selloff in years, Federal Reserve minutes signalling a potential interest rate hike, and a Middle East war that has dragged on far longer than…

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How Bangkok learned to eat alone

Some people will not eat at a restaurant without checking if it has an omakase option. The word has come to mean something beyond the meal: that the place is serious, that someone in the room has taste and that you are the kind of person who ended up here.…

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The US and China must learn to coexist

The recent summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing produced no major breakthroughs on tariffs, Taiwan, or ongoing geopolitical conflicts like the Iran war, prompting many observers to dismiss it as inconsequential. Yet its restrained and cordial tone suggested a new, more pragmatic approach that implicitly acknowledges the…

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Mixed messages on Iran keep investors guessing

RECAP: Asian stocks rose yesterday while the US dollar held near a six-week high ‌and oil prices rose, though conflicting messages on the Iran talks kept investors guessing and capped gains.

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Ancient amour

I was recently on short notice to attend a concert at the Banyan Tree Hotel -- Ecco La Primavera: Love Songs Of The Renaissance by Siam Sinfonietta. The programme looked strange -- I didn't recognise any of the pieces.

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When 50 baht is everything

'We used to spend around 200 baht for a pot of soup for the whole family, but now we spend at least 250 baht for the same amount," says Nantiya Thongsuk, 13.

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Division in the opposition

Thailand’s political opposition is beginning to show a more deliberate strategic division of roles, with the two main opposition forces — the People’s Party (PP) and the Democrat Party — pursuing markedly different agendas against the government.

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A journey of hope

Every morning, a school bus travelled through the mountainous villages of Tha Song Yang district in Tak province. Inside, a young girl named Kornwalai Chuenmorkchantr -- better known as Mook -- sat with her sisters and brother along with other children.

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Esports vs addiction

The Ministry of Education's policy to integrate esports into schools nationwide is raising many eyebrows. That is because the esports-in-schools policy comes at a time when parents and governments are trying to bring children and students offline.

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France’s youngest PM to run for president

MUR-DE-BARREZ, France - Former prime minister Gabriel Attal said on Friday he would run for president of France year when Emmanuel Macron steps down, becoming the second prominent centrist to challenge the far right.

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PM Anutin begins visit to France

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul began his official visit to France on Friday with a series of high-level meetings focused on energy security, cultural diplomacy and economic cooperation.

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Thailand steps up screening for Ebola

Thailand has stepped up health screening and laboratory preparedness after designating the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda as Ebola virus disease risk zones.

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Gunfire heard at border during patrol in Surin

Sounds of gunfire were heard while Thai troops were patrolling along the Thai-Cambodian border in Surin, but no unusual activity was detected, the Royal Thai Army said on Friday.

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Taiwanese react to uncertainty over US arms sales

TAIPEI - President Donald Trump’s suggestion that US arms sales to Taiwan could be a bargaining chip with China has set off alarms across the world, but in Taipei, people say the situation was beyond their control.

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Tennis players feel ‘ignored’ in pay dispute

PARIS - World number eight Taylor Fritz said on Friday that tennis players’ concerns about prize money have been “ignored” by Grand Slam tournament organisers, leading to their planned protest at the French Open.

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People’s Party leader says ‘blue regime’ stifles Thailand

People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut has warned that Thailand remains under a “blue regime” that concentrates power in the hands of elites, as he called for the creation of a new “politics of hope” through the drafting of a new constitution.

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Tuchel defends choices for England World Cup squad

LONDON - Thomas Tuchel said on Friday he does not fear leaving “extraordinary talents” out of England’s World Cup squad, boldly stating his aim is to win the tournament.

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