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Thailand’s hippo Moo Deng draws crowds at first birthday bash
WHTC - Michigan
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July 10, 2025
By Juarawee Kittisilpa and Chalinee Thirasupa CHONBURI (Reuters) -Thailand’s baby pygmy hippo and internet sensation Moo Deng celebrated her first birthday on Thursday, devouring a massive tropical fruit platter alongside her mother as throngs of...
Thai House withdraws controversial casino bill amid calls for full review, public input
Pattaya Mail
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July 9, 2025
Deputy Finance Minister cites political changes and new Cabinet members as reason for withdrawal. BANGKOK, Thailand – The Thai House of Representatives on Wednesday voted 253 to 67 to withdraw a controversial bill on comprehensive entertainment...
James Isaacs of Melbourne duo Donald’s House has died
Mixmag
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July 21, 2025
James Isaacs, one half of brother duo Donald’s House, has died, his agency has confirmed. Melbourne-based artist management company Tangle Agency shared the news in an Instagram post earlier today, writing: “[We’re] deeply saddened to announce the...
7 best Kenneth Colley movies and TV shows to watch in tribute to the actor's death at 87
Sportskeeda
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July 5, 2025
With a film and TV career spanning six decades, Kenneth Colley's body of work speaks for itself. The 87-year-old actor passed away on June 30, 2025, due to complications from COVID and pneumonia, but his work remains a timeless testament to his...
Indonesian Men's Volleyball Team Climbs to 49th in World Rankings
Tempo.co
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July 21, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian men's volleyball national team has moved up one position to rank 49th in the world according to the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) after winning the second leg of the SEA V League 2025. According to...
Thai Cabinet pulls casino bill to avert attack, prepare robust version
Macau Business
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July 9, 2025
By Christopher Cottrell in Bangkok Thailand’s Pheu Thai party-led Cabinet withdrew the Entertainment Complex bill on Tuesday ahead of an attack scheduled for Wednesday in parliament by opposition parties, especially the Bhumjaithai party. The...
Thai parliament votes to accept casino bill withdrawal, some antis call it a stalling tactic
GGRAsia
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July 9, 2025
Thailand’s House of Representatives voted by a large majority on Wednesday to approve a cabinet-requested withdrawal of the Entertainment Complex Bill that had aimed to legalise casino-resort business in that country. Despite 253 votes in the...
Thai AirAsia marks 50 years of Sino-Thai diplomacy with special livery
Travel Daily Media
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July 9, 2025
Thai AirAsia marked the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Thailand with brand new aircraft livery. This initiative entailed the airline’s collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, the Embassy of the People’s...
Thailand Week-25 begins today to bolster Dhaka- Bangkok partnership
Bangladesh Post
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The 20th edition of Thailand Week 2025 is all set to kick off today (Thursday) at the Grand Ballroom, Pan Pacific Sonargaon, Dhaka, in a bid to reinforcing decades of thriving economic partnership and cultural exchange between Thailand and...
Thailand Week 2025 to open in Dhaka on July 10
The Financial Express Bangladesh
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The 20th edition of Thailand Week is set to kick off in Dhaka from July 10 to 12, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the vibrant economic and cultural relationship between Thailand and Bangladesh. Organised by the Office of Commercial...
Art @ Thonglor
FT Property Listings
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Art @ Thonglor Located on Sukhumvit Rd. This fully furnished two bedrooms, two bathrooms, Bangkok, Art @ Thonglor is now available for sale at THB 10,500,000. There is usable area total 72.04 sq.m. Including of air conditioner, water heater,...
Thailand Week Makes Its Exciting Debut Indoors at The Spring Shopping Mall, Kuching
Daily Express Malaysia
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July 9, 2025
Thailand Week Makes Its Exciting Debut Indoors at The Spring Shopping Mall, Kuching Published on: Wednesday, July 09, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 09, 2025 Text Size: Dark Mode: Off KUCHING: Thailand Week is set to make its first-ever appearance in...
10 most iconic Michael Madsen movies and TV shows to watch in tribute to the actor's death at 67
Sportskeeda
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July 4, 2025
Michael Madsen was one of those actors who appeared in many fan-favorite movies. Whether it's his long-term collaboration with Hollywood trailblazer Quentin Tarantino or his ability to elevate cameos in the most obscure horror movies, Madsen's...
Blackpink tops Spotify’s global weekly chart anew with new single ‘Jump’
Inquirer
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July 22, 2025
Blackpink has made K-pop history once again, becoming the first K-pop group to top Spotify’s Global Weekly Top Songs chart twice, with their latest single “Jump” reinforcing the quartet’s status as a global pop powerhouse. According to YG...
Thailand cabinet nods withdrawal of casino legalisation bill: report
GGRAsia
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July 9, 2025
Thailand’s cabinet approved on Tuesday the withdrawal of a measure referred to as the “Entertainment Complex Bill” that would have sought to legalise casino resort business in that country. As a result of the move, the bill will now not need to be...
Bangkok and Nakhon Ratchasima named top digital nomad destinations for 2025
The Nation Thailand
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July 9, 2025
4. Tokyo, Japan (81/100) Tokyo offers a balanced, safe, clean, and orderly lifestyle—ideal for nomads who appreciate Japanese efficiency. Cost of living: $3,284/month (single), $4,366/month (family) Safety/Quality of life: "Excellent" Return rate:...
Thailand Drops Casino Legalization Plans After PM Suspended
The Laotian Times
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July 9, 2025
AFP – Thailand’s cabinet on 8 July dropped a bill to legalize casino gambling, a flagship project of the faltering ruling party, which last week saw its prime minister suspended from office. The so-called “entertainment complex” bill was a key...
Latin American Cannabis Startups Turn Rolling Papers into Global Art
LatinAmerican Post
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July 13, 2025
From Chile’s pastel blunt tubes to Argentina’s circus-branded papers, Latin American cannabis creatives are flipping the script—selling design, identity, and feminist authorship into a global accessories market long dominated by Amsterdam and...
Thailand to withdraw casino bill
Bangkok Post
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July 8, 2025
The government will withdraw a controversial bill to legalise casinos from parliament following public opposition and a recent political turmoil. A motion to withdraw the so-called “entertainment complex” bill from the current session of...
Thai casinos take unexpected hit from PM Paentongtarn Shinawatra's suspension
Firstpost
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July 8, 2025
Thailand’s cabinet on Tuesday (July 8) dropped a bill to legalise casino gambling, dealing a blow to a key initiative of the embattled ruling Pheu Thai party and its recently suspended prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The so-called...