South Korea has recently been in the news for all the wrong reasons, with a brief spell of martial law, continuing political uncertainty and market ructions. But the sharp underperformance of the country's equity market long predates the turmoil involving recently impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol. The deep-rooted problems suggest the so-called "Korea discount" is unlikely to budge even after...
Thursday and Friday, Thailand hosts regional representatives in their latest meetings on the Myanmar crisis. Neighbouring countries will first come together to discuss border security with the Myanmar junta's minister of foreign affairs, Than Swe, followed by a meeting of foreign ministers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean).
When religious pilgrims trek to sacred sites, they reaffirm not only their faith but also their own culture and communities. One example is Spain's ancient route of Santiago de Compostela, which leads to the tomb of St James the Greater, one of the apostles who spread Christianity. It was established more than a thousand years ago, yet this route attracts millions of pilgrims and tourists...
The cold-blooded murder of a prospective candidate for the Prachin Buri local poll has gripped national headlines and public attention. But this case is no ordinary homicide.
The Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) rose to 91.1 points in November based on higher goods purchase orders, driven by year-end celebrations and countries bracing for the new US trade policy, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
AFTER checking her red lippy and fluffing her hair, Estelle Keeber walks into the function room for some festive fun.
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A NEW King Charles III coin has been valued at up to £85 – we reveal the exact detail you need to spot to get your hands on one.
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THIS time last year, Aileen Souza, 26, from West London, got the shock of her life when she started going bald.
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THE BBC is making a documentary about lingerie tycoon Michelle Mone – and it’s looking like a warts-and-all affair.
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MEN race to the bar to impress women in what is a modern mating ritual, researchers have found.
Jostling to buy a round is said to mirror alpha male contests in nature.
In a week-long study of 163 groups of students, men rushed to the bar faster when there were fewer females than males in their group.
They were slower if the ratio was reversed as the competition was perceived to be less fierce.
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A SKANKY model has just walked free from court after assaulting a politician. All of us, no matter what our own political beliefs, should be angered by this.
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Via Metal Miner Overall, the Copper Monthly Metals Index (MMI) remained bearish, with a 4.65% decline from November to December. Copper Prices to Close 2024 Up, But the Outlook is Down Often a bellwether for the global economy, the price of copper became a bellwether for market emotionality throughout 2024. Despite lackluster demand conditions, copper prices embarked on a volatile year, which had knock-on effects for the entire base metal category. Comex Copper Prices, Source: MetalMiner Insights Q1 2024 saw a rather auspicious start. Читать дальше...
Shares in Patriot Battery Metals (TSX: PMET; ASX: PMT) soared 29% Wednesday morning on news German automaker Volkswagen plans to take a 9.9% stake in the lithium company for $69...
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