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'A long fight full of tears': Why Thailand became a haven for LGBT couples
Thailand is set to legalise same-sex marriage - one of the few places in Asia to do so. Why is it an outlier?BBC News - 14h -
Bishop asks Trump to show mercy to LGBT people and migrants
Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde made a plea to the president in a sermon that Trump later criticised.BBC News - 18h -
Same-sex marriages will soon become legal in Thailand after historic law
Thailand will soon be the third place in Asia, after Taiwan and Nepal, to legalize same-sex marriage.NBC News - 23h -
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'Hell on earth': China deportation looms for Uyghurs held in Thailand
Forty eight men detained since they fled China years ago risk being deported, rights groups say.BBC News - 1d -
Flags are set to fly at half-staff until next week: Why they were at full-staff on Monday?
Flags aren't scheduled to return to full-staff until next Wednesday — here's why they were in violation of a presidential proclamation on Monday.The Hill - 1d -
Hugs and tears: How Israeli hostage return unfolded
Three freed hostages are returned to Israel after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas came into force.BBC News - 2d -
American Airlines Accused of Discrimination by Interracial Couple
In a lawsuit, two newlyweds say they were detained after a passenger and airline employees wrongly suspected the Black husband of trafficking his white wife.The New York Times - 2d -
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Tropical Thailand takes a break from the heat as it experiences a run of cool weather
Tropical Thailand is experiencing an unusually cool stretch of weather that forecasters say could last until mid-February, leading many residents to dig out their sweaters and cardigansABC News - 6d -
Chinese Celebrities and Tourists Think Twice About Thailand
The brief abduction of a Chinese actor who was trafficked into Myanmar to work in a scam camp has rattled travelers from a country that Thailand relies on for tourism.The New York Times - 6d -
A long road to rebuilding and fights over government funding await L.A. fire victims
The scenes of destruction in Los Angeles have brought a sense of déjà vu for Steve Crowder.NBC News - 6d -
Street Style Trend of the Week: Coordinated Couple Outfits
Both are fans of relaxed silhouettes.The New York Times - 6d -
Couple in their 80s saves home from LA fires
Instead of evacuating, Susan Salser, 85, and her husband, Winston Salser, 86, decided to stay planted and protect their Pacific Palisades home from the blazing inferno.ABC News - 6d -
Hun Sen Adviser Wanted in Thailand Over Lim Kimya Killing
The Thai authorities accused an adviser to Hun Sen of hiring the gunman who killed a former Cambodian opposition figure in Bangkok last week.The New York Times - Jan. 15 -
Arsenal confirm Gabriel Jesus suffered ACL tear
Arsenal have confirmed that forward Gabriel Jesus sustained a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) during their FA Cup exit to Manchester United on Sunday.ESPN - Jan. 14 -
The last Big Thing: why next men’s Ashes may be the longest form’s long goodbye
The red-ball series against Australia, 10 Test-starved months from now, lurks potently – and with good reason. “Aw look, the Ashes is a long, long way away.” Is it, though? Is it, really? Ben ...The Guardian - Jan. 13 -
The squat secret: why this simple move is the key to long-term health – and how to improve yours
Whether you want to lift weights in the gym or just get yourself on and off a chair, a good solid squat makes life so much easier. What can you do if yours needs work?. Archimedes, they say, had a ...The Guardian - Jan. 12 -
Money, stress and tinsel - why couples are opting for winter weddings
Data from Hitched shows hundreds are choosing off-season nuptials with some based around Christmas.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
'My partner hid and secretly waved off my ship': LGBT veteran monument revealed
LGBT veterans forced out of the military look to the future, 25 years on from the ban being repealed.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
Why this fund manager is fighting higher inflation with dividend stocks
These high-quality, dividend-paying stocks in 3 sectors stand to benefit from rising prices.MarketWatch - Jan. 11 -
Uyghurs detained in Thailand say they face deportation and persecution in China
A group of Uyghurs who were detained in Thailand over a decade ago say that the Thai government is preparing to deport them to China, alarming activists who say the men are at risk of abuse and ...ABC News - Jan. 11 -
Browns' Watson tears Achilles again, has surgery
Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson underwent surgery Thursday after tearing his Achilles for a second time, the team announced, adding that Watson "will likely miss significant time during the 2025 ...ESPN - Jan. 10 -
Why Ravens QB Lamar Jackson likely just won third NFL MVP and became the youngest in league history to do so
Jackson earned his third First Team All-Pro selection with 30 first-place votes to Josh Allen's 18CBS Sports - Jan. 10 -
A Couple Kisses That Sealed the Deal
Olivia Snyder-Spak and Eli Stein met on Hinge and quickly began dating. A trip to Turks and Caicos solidified their commitment.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
The CEOs Who Are Tearing Up the Policies Trump Hates
Companies seeking to benefit from campaign promises to cut regulations and taxes are ditching diversity and climate initiatives; ‘EVERYBODY WANTS TO BE MY FRIEND!!!’The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9 -
It Is Tearing Me Up Not to Be in L.A. Right Now
Los Angeles may have a reputation for being superficial, but it is in fact a territory that might, at any moment, upend (or even end) your life.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Inside a U.K. couple's "secondhand wedding"
Tying the knot can be pricey, with the average cost of a wedding estimated at about $35,000. But CBS News' Leah Mishkin met a British couple who've proven you don't have to break the bank to have ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
The fight for the Arctic
How melting ice and geopolitical rivalries are heating up competition in the ArcticBBC News - Jan. 9 -
Presidential Odd Couple: After a Tough Race, Carter and Ford Became Friends
Jimmy Carter and Gerald R. Ford faced off in 1976 in a bitter campaign but later bonded as few presidents have — and made a pact to speak at each other’s funerals.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Why are gen Z shunning ‘hustle’ culture in favour of long-term jobs? Here are three good reasons | Oli Mould
Unlike previous generations of workers, young people are prioritising stability over chaos and community over churn. For decades, we’ve been told that the modern workplace is a playground of ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Why investors clinging to cash could lose money in U.S. debt-ceiling fight
Investors clutching cash might soon bear the brunt of a U.S. debt-ceiling fight, which could boil over in the next few weeks without a resolution.MarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
Mahout charged after elephant kills tourist in Thailand
Theerayut Inthaphudkij, 38, has been charged with negligence causing death, authorities say.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
Thailand bans imports of plastic waste to curb toxic pollution
Campaigners welcome move but say success depends on enforcement and global agreement on a treaty. Thailand has banned plastic waste imports over concerns about toxic pollution, as experts warn that ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
The 'new China' in Thailand: ‘if you want hope, you have to leave’ – video
After 30 years of relentless growth and capitalism, a new trend has emerged in China. The search for a simpler, calmer life is leading some Chinese people to seek a life abroad. The trend is so ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Why Notre Dame’s Sugar Bowl Victory Was a Long Time Coming
There’s no doubt the Irish are meeting the goals of head coach Marcus Freeman, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
Biden Plans to Block U.S. Steel Sale to Nippon Steel After Long Fight
The embattled $14.9 billion bid will likely be scrapped if the President declines to approve Nippon Steel’s merger plan, administration officials said.Inc. - Jan. 3 -
A Long Fight to Keep a Closer Eye on Madrasas Unravels in Pakistan
In a deal with Islamist parties, Pakistan is abandoning a requirement that religious seminaries, long seen by Western officials as a potential threat, register with the government.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Anger, tears and joy after a heart attack at 22
Faith Harrison says she wants to celebrate her "second life", 12 months after the attack.BBC News - Jan. 1