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EU responds to US tariff threats
Drinks Retailing News
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July 15, 2025
This morning, the European Union revealed a list of US goods on which it will propose tariffs if the talks with Washington do not result in a trade agreement. The package, which has been put forward by the European Commission, covers US imports...
Russia says Trump is emboldening Ukraine, delaying peace
Bangkok Post
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July 15, 2025
Moscow says major increase in weapons shipments will only encourage Kyiv to prolong war PUBLISHED : 15 Jul 2025 at 19:45 MOSCOW - The Kremlin warned on Tuesday that US President Donald Trump’s pledge of more weapons for Kyiv and threat of...
AP News: Nvidia to resume sales of highly desired AI computer chips to China
EdGlenToday - Illinois
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BANGKOK (AP) — Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang says the technology giant has won approval from the Trump administration to sell its advanced H20 computer chips used to develop artificial intelligence to China. The news came in a company blog post late...
Thailand and Bali may attract the big crowds, but this island offers better diving
The Age
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July 12, 2025
The turquoise water hugs my wetsuit-clad body like a warm embrace, while a kaleidoscope of life explodes around me: a majestic turtle effortlessly glides by, casting a lazy glance in my direction; clownfish, tiny flames of orange, dart through...
Tamil Nadu textile industry urges Centre to revoke QCO on viscose fibre, yarn
Apparel Resources
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July 11, 2025
Image Courtesy: Facebook The Union government has been urged by the textile industries in the Coimbatore, Tirupur, and Erode regions to revoke the Quality Control Order (QCO) pertaining to viscose spun yarn and viscose staple fibre. According to...
AI Designs New Material To Cool Your Home and Slash Energy Bills
SciTechDaily
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July 13, 2025
Researchers have harnessed machine learning to craft complex, three-dimensional thermal meta-emitters that can selectively tune their heat emission, offering a new paradigm in passive cooling. In prototype tests, these AI-designed materials cooled...
Helmet Heroes stellt Kindersicherheitsprojekt beim Pattaya City Expats Club vor
Pattaya Mail
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July 15, 2025
Rick Brown erklärt dem Publikum, wie schon eine Spende von 550 Baht reicht, um einem Kind einen Helm zu schenken. PATTAYA, Thailand – Am 2. Juli hielt Rick Brown, Gründer von Helmet Heroes, einen bewegenden Vortrag beim Pattaya City Expats Club....
China's Q2 GDP grows 5.2 pc amid escalating US trade war
The Federal
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July 15, 2025
Bangkok, Jul 15 (AP) China's economy slowed in the last quarter as President Donald Trump's trade war escalated, but it still expanded at a robust 5.2% pace, the government said Tuesday. That compares with 5.4% annual growth in January-March. The...
Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages names Hemant Rupani its new CEO
ETBrandEquity.com
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July 15, 2025
Hemant RupaniThe Coca-Cola Company has announced that Hemant Rupani, a veteran business leader with experience across several companies and industries, will join Bangalore-based bottler Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages as chief executive officer,...
Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Names New CEO
The Hans India
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July 15, 2025
The Coca-Cola Company announced today that Hemant Rupani, a veteran business leader with experience across several companies and industries, will join Bangalore-based bottler Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt. Ltd. as CEO, effective Sept. 8....
"China's Development, An Opportunity for a Colorful World" International Exchange Week Launched in Zunyi, Guizhou, China
Korea Herald
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July 15, 2025
ZUNYI, China, July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 15th, the "China's Development, An Opportunity for a Colorful World" International Exchange Week kicked off in Zunyi, Guizhou, China, with the theme of "High-Level Opening-Up Leads High-Quality...
Thailand produces its first targeted cancer drug
Bangkok Post
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July 11, 2025
Development of Imatinib spearheaded by HRH Princess Chulabhorn PUBLISHED : 11 Jul 2025 at 19:02 Thailand has produced its first locally developed targeted therapy pill for cancer treatment. Imcranib 100 is the result of the scientific vision and...
Karen resistance forces seize regime ‘Living Fence’ outpost along Myanmar-Thailand border
Democratic Voice of Burma
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July 13, 2025
Sources on the frontline in Karen State told DVB that the Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA), along with its allied People’s Defence Force (PDF), seized the regime’s Ukarihta outpost in southern Myawaddy Township on Saturday. The outpost is...
China bags 4 wins in a row at women's softball Asia Cup
Xinhua News Agency
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XI'AN, July 15 (Xinhua) -- China extended its winning streak to four after smashing Malaysia 10-0 and defeating Thailand 11-1 here at the ongoing women's softball Asia Cup on Tuesday. In the first inning, Xie Jiaxin contributed a base hit, helping...
Thai Artist MILLI Is Packing All The Punches With Album, “Heavyweight”
Forbes
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MILLI's new album HEAVYWEIGHTYUPP! Entertainment If you were to ask Milli if she were a lover or a fighter, she’d say she’s a lover of fighting. The 22-year-old Thai rapper, whose real name is Danupha Khanatheerakul, has been fighting for her...
Japanese rubber futures firm on weather woes
Business Recorder
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July 15, 2025
SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures ended daytime trade higher on Monday, driven by Thailand weather concerns and expectations of stimulus in China, although gains were limited by a sluggish outlook for tyre demand. The Osaka Exchange (OSE) rubber...
Thailand Sets 3 Key Points for Trump’s Tariff Negotiations
Khaosod English
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July 11, 2025
BANGKOK – Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira outlined three core conditions for Thailand’s negotiations with the United States regarding President Donald Trump’s proposed 36% import tariffs, following a nearly...
Thailand: Further crackdown on marijuana-infused products after toddler accidentally consumed cannabis gummies
FTN News
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July 11, 2025
Just days after the Thai Public Health Minister announced regulations to make cannabis illegal to be brought without a medical prescription, he has vowed again to curb illegal marijuana edibles and to outlaw recreational use altogether. Toddler’s...
Air NZ, Qantas lag some rival airlines for on-time arrivals, Honolulu is best Oceania airport, Solomon Airlines pushes Auckland-Vanuatu route
The New Zealand Herald
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July 15, 2025
Data from Cirium showed Thai AirAsia had 87.71% on-time arrivals. Japan’s ANA and Philippine Airlines rounded out the region’s top three. Qantas, Singapore and Air New Zealand ranged from 78.96% to 78.61%. Kate Boyer, Air New Zealand airports...
Thai coconut industry takes steps to ban monkey labour
Bangkok Post
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July 8, 2025
Producers partner with WFFT to ensure ethical sourcing and restore global trust in Thai coconut exports PUBLISHED : 8 Jul 2025 at 09:38 The Thai Coconut Industry Group has taken a decisive step to restore international confidence and protect local...