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Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Paetongtarn Shinawatra becomes Thai Prime Minister after royal signoff

Paetongtarn Shinawatra took office as Thailand's prime minister after a royal endorsement, replacing Srettha Thavisin who was ousted by the Constitutional Court. She is the second female and youngest prime minister in Thai history. This political shift involves her family, with her father Thaksin, a controversial figure, returning to the spotlight despite legal challenges.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Cong to stage state-wide protests on Aug 19 against Guv granting sanction for CM's prosecution

Karnataka's Congress protested statewide against Governor Gehlot's approval to prosecute Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for the MUDA site allotment 'scam.' Activists accused Siddaramaiah of misusing his position. The Congress described this as a political conspiracy and emphasized the need for large-scale protests. Siddaramaiah denied the allegations and pledged a legal fight.

Business Standard 

Greenwood stars in Marseille debut; Angel Gomes injured in Lille's win

Mason Greenwood scored twice in his debut for Marseille in a 5-1 victory over Brest in their French league opener Saturday, while Lille's game against Reims was halted for more than 30 minutes after Angel Gomes was knocked unconscious in a collision and needed lengthy treatment. Greenwood, the former Manchester United forward who made a controversial move to Marseille this summer, had a hand in all five goals as he also provided two assists and won a penalty that Elye Wahi converted. Greenwood's... Читать дальше...

List.ly 

5 Adventures That Will Make Your Heart Race in Dubai - For Your Bucket List

A Listly List - Dubai. The land of sky-high buildings, overflowing shopping malls, and enough gold to blind a dragon. But beneath the glitz and glamour lies a pulse-pounding side to this desert metropolis. Here's a peek at five adrenaline-pumping adventures guaranteed to get your heart hammering! - Skydive Over the Palm Jumeirah: High-Five the Burj Khalifa (Figuratively), Desert Safari: Dune Bashing Like a Pro, Scuba Dive with the Fishes (and Maybe a Shark or Two), Hit the Slopes at Ski Dubai... Читать дальше...

Avax.news 

Sport last Week, Part 14/14

Poland's Maria Andrejczyk competes in the women's javelin throw final of the athletics event at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at Stade de France in Saint-Denis, north of Paris, on August 10, 2024. (Photo by Dylan Martinez/Reuters)

Business Standard 

Air India cabin crew assaulted at London hotel, airline begins probe

A female cabin crew member of Air India was allegedly assaulted by an intruder at a London hotel earlier this week, according to sources. The airline is pursuing the matter with the local police. In a statement, an Air India spokesperson said it was "deeply anguished by an unlawful incident of intrusion at a hotel, operated by a major international chain, that affected one of our crew members". Sources in the know said a homeless man barged into the room at the hotel where the female cabin crew was staying and assaulted her. Читать дальше...

Sydney Morning Herald 

Cox's mega praise for Daicos heroics

Mason Cox is simply in awe of Collingwood teammate Nick Daicos, especially after his heroics to help them over the line against Brisbane.

Avax.news 

Humans and Animals

A month-old Tengmalm’s owl chick blends in with soft toys on August 8, 2024 at the Scottish Owl Centre in Whitburn, West Lothian. The chick is being raised by Trystan Williams, the centre’s head keeper, after losing its father and being abandoned by its mother. (Photo by Katielee Arrowsmith/South West News Service)