China’s Former Defence Ministers Expelled From CCP for Alleged Corruption
According to official media in China, the ruling Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has expelled Li Shangfu, the former defense minister who was fired last year, and his predecessor as part of a campaign against corruption. Official news agency Xinhua in China reported on Thursday that Li, his predecessor Wei Fenghe, was expelled for the “serious […]
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Record Heatwave in India Causes ‘Mad Dash’ for Beer and Air Conditioners
Beer demand in India is at an all-time high, and air conditioner sales are surging as the country’s harsh, unprecedented heat benefits some consumer firms. Temperatures in the Indian capital, Delhi have risen to nearly 50 degrees Celsius in recent weeks. Scientists claim that the scorching summer has become even more extreme as a result […]
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PM champions soft power
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said he aims to develop Thailand’s soft power to help push the national economy forward and create more employment opportunities.
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New senator pulls in the top 79 score
Dr Keskamol Pliensamai, 45, has been selected as one of 200 new senators, with the top score of 79 votes.
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Yaowarat shines in ‘Rockstar’ video
The government plans to promote Yaowarat and its vicinity to attract foreign visitors after the release of a music video from Lalisa “Lisa” Manobal featured the area, also known as Bangkok’s Chinatown.
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Car Buyers in Thailand Opting Hybrid’s Over Battery Electric Vehicles
A recent study by the multinational consulting firm Deloitte shows that car buyers’ in Thailand desire to buy battery electric vehicles (BEVs) has decreased over the past year. However, hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) have become strong competitors, ahead of BEVs. The 2024 Global Automotive Consumer Study shows that the number of Thai respondents who said […]
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Chinese Woman Wanted for $4 Million Ponzi Scheme Arrested in Pattaya
A 24-year-old woman who was wanted in China for allegedly taking part in a Ponzi scheme that cost people more than $4 million dollar was caught in Pattaya, which is in Chon Buri province. Police arrested a woman only known as Ms. Hu at a condo room on Pattaya Sai 2 Road, said Pol Maj […]
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Cyber Police Takedown Chinese Call Centre Scam Gang in Chiang Mai
Cyber Police Investigators have arrested 13 members of a Chinese call center scam gang that was operating out of Chiang Mai province to steal money from Chinese citizens. The arrest comes after the Chiang Rai provincial court issued a search warrant on June 24th. Police officers from the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) went to […]
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SCOTUS Strikes down Chevron doctrine, restricting Federal Agencies’ Authority
(CTN News) – Regulatory bodies like the Chevron Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services should be able to issue regulations without facing legal challenges as a result of Chevron’s nullification. Chevron intended to ensure that in cases where disagreements arose from confusing legislation, judges would yield to […]
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Author: Salman Ahmad
Aside from Jio’s 12-27% increase, Airtel has announced a 10-21% increase
(CTN News) – Today, Bharti Airtel declared that it would be raising the costs of both its postpaid and prepaid phone plans by 10–21%. Just one day had passed since Reliance Jio, its bigger rival, revealed that it would be hiking its tariffs. This is an important step because it is the first big tariff […]
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Author: Salman Ahmad