Suspended PM Paetongtarn Under Constitutional Court Scrutiny

Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra remains suspended from office as the Constitutional Court continues its investigation into a leaked phone call with Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen. The court is examining whether her alleged remarks regarding a border dispute constitute a violation of ministerial ethics, adding to the country's p

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Dalai Lama Hopes for 30-40 More Years, Succession Plans Reaffirmed

As he marks his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama has expressed a desire to live another 30 to 40 years, continuing his global humanitarian and spiritual work. He also reiterated that the Gaden Phodrang Trust, his non-profit organization, holds the exclusive authority to recognize his successor, defying Beijing's claims of control over the reincarnatio

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New Zealand Establishes First Dedicated Air Force Space Unit

New Zealand has announced the establishment of its first dedicated air force space unit, reactivating No. 62 Squadron for this purpose. This move signifies the country's increasing focus on space-related activities, likely encompassing satellite operations, surveillance, and safeguarding national and international interests in the rapidly evolving

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China, Myanmar, Thailand Vow Joint Fight Against Cybercrime

China, Myanmar, and Thailand have concluded their second ministerial meeting in Nay Pyi Taw, agreeing to intensify cooperation in combating transnational crime, particularly online scams and illegal gambling. The tripartite discussions aim to enhance security and law enforcement efforts across the region to dismantle organized crime networks that e

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Indonesian Factories Close, Hundreds Laid Off in Bekasi

Hundreds of workers across various industries in Bekasi regency, West Java, Indonesia, have lost their jobs as two major companies, Sanken and Yamaha, have shut down their plants. This wave of layoffs, continuing into early July 2025, highlights ongoing economic challenges and significant job market instability within the region's manufacturing sec

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