BANGKOK: Thailand’s long-awaited high-speed rail link to China, passing through Laos, is now expected to commence operations in 2030—almost ten years later than initially planned, the Thai government confirmed on Wednesday (Jan 29). The 609-km (378-mile) Thai section of the railway, which connects the capital Bangkok to Nong Khai at the Laos border, has made […]
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Southeast Asia continues to grapple with alarming air pollution levels, with several cities ranking among the world’s most polluted, according to air-monitoring organization IQAir. As of Friday, Ho Chi Minh City held the unenviable title of the world’s second-most polluted city, followed by Phnom Penh in third and Bangkok in fifth place. In Bangkok, a […]
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HONG KONG: In a move signaling Beijing’s intent to bolster diplomatic engagement with Washington, China’s Vice President Han Zheng will attend the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump on January 20. The announcement, made on Friday by Chinese state media, reflects China’s readiness to foster constructive dialogue with the incoming US administration. According to China’s […]
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LOS ANGELES: Firefighters are battling relentless wildfires fueled by strong, dry winds, with Los Angeles enduring one of its worst disasters in history. For eight days, the blazes have tormented the city, leaving a trail of destruction and testing the resilience of its people. Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant as peak wind gusts, […]
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Nairobi, Kenya – Agriculture Cabinet Secretary nominee Mutahi Kagwe has vowed to transform farming into an appealing and profitable venture for Kenyan youth, shedding its current image as a “boring” occupation. Kagwe, who addressed the National Assembly Committee on Appointments on Tuesday, emphasized the need to integrate cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches to reinvigorate the […]
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