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11 Nations Expected for Eurovision Asia Debut
Entertainment
— 5d
Eurovision is launching its first Asian edition in Bangkok, with 11 countries competing in a bid to bring the contest’s mix of pop spectacle and politics to a new audience. Organizers hope it will become an annual event, but sluggish ticket sales and expert doubts about Eurovision’s ability to take root beyond Europe underscore the challenge.
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Rare royal barge procession to sail Bangkok river on Nov. 6
World
— Nov 2, 2026
Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River will host a rare Royal Barge Procession, with 52 ornate boats and about 2,200 Royal Thai Navy rowers carrying King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida to Wat Arun for the Buddhist Kathin ceremony. Months of training and restoration have prepared the fleet for the centuries-old ceremony, which is held on special royal occasions.
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Bangladesh Ice Cream Industry Grows 12% Annually
Lifestyle
— Oct 30, 2026
Ice cream ranges from revived and unusual flavors—such as 18th-century Parmesan and ginger paired with vanilla—to Bangkok shops serving playful, layered sundaes. In Bangladesh, the growing ice cream market is spurring new products and premium competition, though industry leaders say low profit margins and modest household purchases remain challenges.
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Cities Schedule Free, Low-Cost Pet Vaccination Clinics
Health
— Oct 27, 2026
Rabies prevention efforts range from public vaccination and microchipping clinics in Texas, Rhode Island and Bangkok to stronger health-veterinary coordination in Vietnam amid rising exposure and post-exposure treatment. A separate guide says pets entering the U.S. state of Georgia generally need proof of rabies vaccination, while airline rules may add requirements.
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Blue State Residents Balk At NFL Owner’s $16 Billion Data Center Project That Could Cut Their Property Taxes
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IMF Urges Support for Nations Facing War Shocks
The World Bank
— Oct 17, 2026
Low-income countries spend 8 to 14% of revenue on debt, Georgieva said; 'Inflation is like a tax on the poor' as IMF wraps Bangkok meetings.
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Tom Gallagher
Wealthier nations should step up funding now to protect food and energy routes before problems spread further.
Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Thailand declares two-day holiday in Bangkok amid severe flooding
Thailand
— Sep 27, 2026
Thailand ordered two-day holidays across Bangkok and three provinces after nearly 300mm of rain in 48 hours flooded roads near Don Mueang Airport and left Bangkok a declared disaster zone.
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Elena Vasquez
The holiday might help with flooded roads, but pushing ahead with that election court ruling during it feels like asking for trouble.
Bangkok Declares Flood Disaster Across 50 Districts
Bangkok
— Sep 26, 2026
Bangkok declared all 50 districts disaster areas after nearly 300 mm of rain. Vendor Somkid Pheuk-ngam said waist-deep water was worse than the 2011 flood that killed more than 500.
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Maya Lindstrom
Residents near the canals should listen and move their cars now while they still can with more rain on the way.
IMF Warns AI, Energy, Debt Threaten Growth
Finance
— Oct 6, 2026
Public debt highest since WWII and headed past 100% of GDP: IMF chief flags energy, debt and AI risks before Bangkok meetings.
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IMF-World Bank Meetings Face War, Energy Shock, Debt
Scott Bessent
— Oct 11, 2026
Iran's Hormuz closure cut ~20% of world oil as IMF-World Bank meet in Bangkok; debt heads past 100% of GDP and Trump seals a Russia diesel deal.
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Ireland Crowd Hurls Insults, Object at Biden
Former President Joe Biden did not receive a warm reception Tuesday during his visit to Ireland alongside former first lady Jill Biden. A crowd of anti-Israel agitators hurled ins… — by Sandra Rhodes
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Arrest Warrant Issued for Miss Universe Co-Owner After Court No-Show
Miss Universe
— Nov 26, 2025
A Bangkok court has issued an arrest warrant for Jakkaphong “Anne” Jakrajutatip, the high-profile co-owner of the Miss Universe Organization, after she failed to appear in court on Tuesday in connection with an ongoing…
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Bangkok Pet Fair Expects 12,500 Trade Visitors
Lifestyle
— Oct 5, 2026
Pet-focused events range from Nashville’s Fur Ball fundraiser supporting low-cost services and stray-cat care to a dog-friendly zoo walk, an international Southeast Asian trade fair, and an Onalaska expo featuring pet first-aid and CPR guidance. The events serve different audiences, from local pet owners and animal-welfare supporters to industry professionals.
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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.
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