Warner Bros shareholders back $110 billion merger with Paramount Skydance
BENGALURU - Warner Bros Discovery shareholders on Thursday backed ​the company's proposed US$110 billion merger ‌with Paramount Skydance but cast an advisory vote against executive compensation plans tied to the deal.

Blaze at Songkhla landfill damages 50 rai, air quality monitored
SONGKHLA — A fire that broke out early Thursday at the Songkhla City municipal landfill damaged about 50 rai (80,000 square metres) of the site before being brought under control, with authorities warning nearby residents to stay alert for potential health effects.

Pomeranian 'Kati' reunited with owner after 100,000‑baht settlement
A social media dispute over “Kati,” a 10-year-old Pomeranian, has ended amicably after both parties reached a settlement, allowing the dog to return to its owner.

China calls on Cambodia for 'shared security and risks' during global turmoil
BEIJING — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for China and Cambodia to "stand in closer solidarity, now more than ever" in the first 2+2 strategic dialogue aimed at deepening mutual political and security ties.

Thai rice prices drop on muted demand; weaker rupee keeps India rates steady
Indian rice export prices held steady as a weaker rupee offset higher local paddy prices, while Vietnam export prices remained unchanged and Thai rice prices eased on muted demand for the staple grain.

Their Majesties to honour legacy of King Vajiravudh
Their Majesties the King and Queen will preside over the Lumpini Park Centenary Celebration on Saturday, honouring the legacy of King Vajiravudh (Rama VI), who established the country’s first public park in 1922, according to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA).

Security Council scraps MoU 44, citing stalled talks, rising tensions with Cambodia
The National Security Council on Thursday resolved to terminate MoU 44 — the 2001 memorandum on overlapping maritime claims with Cambodia — saying the pact has failed to deliver results and has instead fuelled mistrust between the neighbouring countries.

Government co-payment share to rise to 60%
The government’s next co-payment stimulus programme will feature a 60:40 split of approved spending by consumers, with the government paying 60%, according to Prime Minister’s Office Minister Paradorn Prissananantakul.

Iran defies US blockade to claim Hormuz tolls
TEHRAN - Iran has banked the first proceeds from the tolls it is exacting on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a senior official said Thursday, as disruption triggered by the US-Israeli war against the Islamic republic continued to batter the world economy.

Honda to halt South Korea car sales
TOKYO - Honda ​Motor said ‌on Thursday it has decided to discontinue its automobile sales operations in South Korea at the year-end, citing changes in the environment surrounding the ​global ⁠and South Korean automobile markets.