Thailand cracks down on foreign companies using fig leaf of local ownership
Thailand cracks down on foreign companies using fig leaf of local ownership Thai authorities are ramping up enforcement of local ownership rules, stoking anxiety among foreign businesses. Save Tourists walk…
Iran war live: US strikes Iran’s Qeshm, says Tehran attacks Kuwait, Bahrain
US President Trump reported to lash out at Israeli PM Netanyahu over Israel’s threat to strike Beirut suburbs.
More heatwaves likely as warmer-than-normal summer forecast
The UK could see a warmer-than-average summer with the potential for more heatwaves, according to latest forecasts. The Met Office released its three-month summer outlook on 1 June – the…
Three quarters of workers not on track for ‘moderate’ pension income, report suggests
A newly-published report suggests a moderate lifestyle in retirement costs £32,700 for one person and £45,400 for two.
Rania al‑Abbasi’s children: The truth revealed
Syrian commission confirms the deaths of Rania al-Abbasi’s six children, missing under Bashar al-Assad’s rule.
US says it fired missile at Iran-bound oil tanker
The US military says the vessel’s engine room was hit after the crew “ignored repeated warnings”.
Italy celebrates 80 years of democracy
A colossal 400-kilogram flag was draped over Rome’s Colosseum as Italy marked the 80th anniversary of its republic.
Actor Idris Elba knighted by King Charles at Windsor Castle
British actor Idris Elba was knighted by King Charles III at Windsor Castle on Tuesday.
Protesters use ‘Ebola coffin’ to rally against US quarantine centre
Demonstrators in Nairobi have carried an ‘Ebola’ coffin to protest a proposed US quarantine facility.
European election monitor dismisses rumours of fraud in Colombia’s election
European election monitor dismisses rumours of fraud in Colombia’s election The electoral mission described the first round of voting in Colombia’s presidential race as ‘a lesson in democracy’. Save A…