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Intel concerned about Irish energy costs says report — wants gov to subsidize renewables

Electricity costs in Ireland are up to two times higher than in Arizona and Taiwan, which makes Intel worry.

Tom’s Hardware

Asian capital makes public transport completely free to combat smog

Rising smog in Bangkok linked to car emissions, with authorities aiming to reduce private car use to curb pollution

The Independent UK

Total lunar eclipse September 2025: When and where to see the 'Blood Moon' lunar eclipse

The second total lunar eclipse of 2025 will be visible from Asia and western Australia on Sept. 7-8, 2025.

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How to watch 'Asia' with David Attenborough as US streaming begins for BBC nature series

The seven-part series exploring the rich wildlife of Asia is coming to the US – here's how to watch Asia with David Attenborough online and on TV.

LiveScience

'I won that dentist’s chair challenge in Hong Kong before Euro 96 - that might be my biggest claim to fame’: England international opens up on infamous night out in Asia

England players were left red-faced after alcohol-induced escapades in Hong Kong prior to Euro 96, but one squad member now claims to have won

FourFourTwo

Asian Markets Build On Trump Rally, Yen Steady Ahead Of BoJ

Asian markets rose Friday after a record day on Wall Street in response to Donald Trump's tax-cut pledge, while the yen weakened slightly ahead of an expected interest rate hike by the Bank of Japan later in the day.

International Business Times

Thailand Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage, Couples Celebrate Historic Day

Thailand legalizes same-sex marriage, marking a historic milestone for LGBTQ+ rights in Asia.

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Hundreds of couples tie the knot as Thailand legalises same sex marriage

Celebrations as Thailand becomes the first country in Southeast Asia to legalise same sex unions

Evening Standard

HR leaders are worried about a potentially dangerous workplace sentiment combo: burnout and engagement

Around 82% of white-collar, desk-based knowledge workers in North America, Asia, and Europe surveyed by DHR Global reported being “slightly” to “extremely” burned out.

Fortune

Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed after China rolls out market boosting measures

Asian shares are mixed after China rolled out more moves to boost its lagging stock markets

The Independent UK

Jubilation as Thailand’s marriage equality law comes into effect

Thailand becomes the first country in Southeast Asia, and only the third in Asia, to legalise same-sex marriage.

Al Jazeera

‘I am so proud’: Joy as Thailand’s same-sex couples can marry at last

Marriage equality laws come into force, with hundreds of couples tying the knot in special wedding events

The Guardian - AU

Hundreds To Wed As Thai Same-sex Marriage Law Comes Into Force

Hundreds of same-sex couples are set to tie the knot in Thailand on Thursday as it becomes by far the largest nation in Asia to allow equal marriage.

International Business Times

We’re turning waste bread crusts into nutritious food with ancient Asian fermentation

Do you find yourself tossing away the crusts of your bread? You’re not alone, but the scale of bread waste is staggering. Around 10% of the 185 million tonnes of bread baked worldwide each year is wasted. While some of this waste occurs at home, much of it comes from…

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Global Shares Mixed In Reaction To Trump's Inauguration

Global shares react post Trump's inauguration. Europe and US show slight gains. Asia mostly positive. Fuji Media Holdings rebounds. Energy trading down. Cu...

International Business Times

Love And Rights: Thailand's Same-sex Marriage Milestone

Hundreds of LGBTQ couples are set to marry in Thailand on Thursday, as the kingdom becomes the biggest nation in Asia to legalise same-sex marriage.

International Business Times

Asian Markets Swing As Trump Revives Tariff Fears On Taking Office

Asian markets saw big fluctuations Tuesday as Donald Trump took office warning he could impose stiff tariffs on Canada and Mexico next month but appeared to delay any action against China for now.

Fortune

A Chinese actor's kidnapping ordeal raises fears over traveling to Southeast Asia

Users on Chinese social media app Xiaohongshu asked if it was safe to travel to Thailand while a Hong Kong singer-actor canceled his Bangkok concert.

The Independent UK

Coldplay’s Chris Martin thanks Indian fans for forgiving British colonialism at Mumbai concert

Band is in India for Asia leg of their highly anticipated Music of Spheres world tour

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