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Canada PM triggers election with vote in October
Toronto (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper triggered an election campaign Sunday and set the vote for Oct. 19, when Harper and his...
Russian military helicopter crashes during air show, 1 dead
Moscow — A Russian military helicopter crashed Sunday during an aerobatic display, killing one of its crewmembers and injuring another, the Defense Ministry said....
Russian forces kill 8 suspected IS members in North Caucasus
Moscow — Russia's counterterrorism agency says its forces in North Caucasus have killed eight militants who had sworn allegiance to the Islamic State group....
Chechen women allegedly bilk Islamic State recruiters
Moscow — Police in Russia's province of Chechnya have opened a probe against three local women who have allegedly cheated the Islamic State group...
Malaysia seeks help in finding more possible MH370 debris
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (AP) — Malaysian officials said Sunday that they would seek help from territories near the island where a suspected piece of...
Rebels in eastern Ukraine say radioactive waste cache safe
MOSCOW — Russia-backed rebels in eastern Ukraine have sought to assuage concerns that a cache of radioactive waste at a local chemical factory could...
Kerry to push Malaysia on human trafficking during visit
Washington (AP) — Secretary of State John Kerry will push Malaysia to redouble its efforts against human trafficking during an upcoming visit for regional...
Glorious wedding experience awaits “Romantic Thailand” Contest Winners from Russia, CIS...
Bangkok, Six winning couples of the “Romantic Thailand” Contest, held for the first time in Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), have...
Stricter fishing laws starting to reflect in higher Pattaya seafood prices
Strikes by fishermen protesting stricter requirements on boats and equipment are starting to have an impact on Pattaya, with wholesalers reporting higher prices and...
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The Thai baht that looks too strong and the money no one sees
PATTAYA, Thailand - The Thai baht has strengthened to around 31.15 per US dollar. On the surface, this may appear reassuring. In reality, it...
Two suspects arrested for pickpocketing Israeli tourist on Pattaya Walking Street
PATTAYA, Thailand — Pattaya Tourist Police have arrested two Thai men accused of pickpocketing an Israeli tourist in the early hours of the morning...
Pattaya welcomes Kazakh Ambassador to strengthen tourism and economic ties
PATTAYA, Thailand — Pattaya City has welcomed the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Thailand in a courtesy visit aimed at strengthening bilateral...
Thailand announces Countdown 2026 events across the country, highlighting Pattaya and Bangkok
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Thailand Countdown 2026 Events Calendar presents a comprehensive lineup of New Year celebrations across Bangkok and every region of the...
Jomtien Road two-way traffic eases congestion but pedestrian safety remains a serious concern
PATTAYA, Thailand — The recent return of Jomtien Beach Road to two-way traffic has eased congestion and improved convenience for commuters and tourists, but...