January 22, 2025
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Thai PM creates Mandarin AI video to assure Chinese tourists following border kidnapping concerns

BANGKOK - 22 JAN - Thailand has released an AI-generated video of its prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, speaking fluent Mandarin to reassure Chinese tourists about their safety despite recent reports of kidnappings along the Thai-Myanmar border.

January 22, 2025
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Frugal Generation: China’s Young Adults Focus on Saving, Raising Economic Concerns

BEIJING - 22 JAN - In China, a growing trend of frugality among young adults, particularly Gen Z, has taken hold, exacerbated by the pandemic’s economic disruption and a crisis in the property market.

January 22, 2025
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Monaco defeat Villa to strengthen Champions League qualification bid

MONACO - 22 JAN - Monaco secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Aston Villa in the Champions League on Tuesday, keeping their hopes of advancing to the knockout stages alive.

January 22, 2025
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Rent-a-desk deception: China’s unemployed pay to keep up work appearances

BEIJING - 22 JAN - In China, the stigma surrounding unemployment can be overwhelming, prompting some jobseekers to go to great lengths to conceal their situation.

January 21, 2025
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Hamilton Embarks on a 'New Chapter' with Ferrari

PARIS-21 JAN - Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton officially began his journey with Ferrari on Monday, marking a new chapter in his illustrious career.

January 21, 2025
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Eight Dead in Belgrade Retirement Home Fire

BELGRADE - 21 JAN -A devastating fire broke out early Monday at a retirement home in Barajevo, on the outskirts of Belgrade, killing eight people and injuring seven others.