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Thai disease checkpoints on alert for hantavirus

Surveillance measures at international communicable disease checkpoints in Thailand have been tightened following a World Health Organization (WHO) alert about fatal and infectious hantavirus cases on a cruise ship sailing between Argentina and Cape ...

Conservation crusader ‘Psi’ alleges family abuse

The high-profile conservation activist Siranudh “Psi” Scott has sent shockwaves across social media after he released a tearful video revealing long-hidden trauma and ongoing family conflict.

Thailand’s Lisa to perform at World Cup opening ceremony

Thai-born superstar Lisa is set take the stage at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles next month alongside other global stars including Katy Perry.

Beware data mongers bearing gifts

Thai officialdom announced news of a $25-billion pledge of investment from the social media giant TikTok this week with unbridled enthusiasm and optimism.

New Hungarian PM promises ‘regime change’

BUDAPEST - Pro-European conservative Peter Magyar is to be sworn in as Hungary’s prime minister on Saturday as he promises “regime change” after nationalist Viktor Orban’s 16 years in power.

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Russian foreign minister exaggerates Russia-China relations, ignores nuances
Chinese officials look to limit social media and screen time in China
Exclusive: Second Iranian ship suspected of carrying missile ingredient leaves China
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