LiveThailand Cracks Down on Cannabis Sales, Restricts Use to Medical Only
Thailand has imposed a ban on cannabis sales without a medical prescription—just three years after becoming the first Asian nation to decriminalise the plant. The...
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Trump’s $893 Billion Defence Budget: More Missiles, Fewer Jets
U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed a flat $892.6 billion defence and national security budget for 2026. The plan includes a 3.8% pay hike for...
UK to Buy 12 New F-35 Jets, Backed by US and NATO Chief
The US and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte welcomed the UK’s decision to buy 12 new US-made F-35 fighter jets, which are capable of carrying nuclear...
Tesla Rolls Out Long-Awaited Robotaxi Service Quietly
Tesla has quietly launched its long-awaited robotaxi service, starting with a limited rollout in Austin, Texas. A small group of hand-picked riders, including influencers and...
US-Iran Conflict Halts 1 Lakh Tonne of India’s Basmati at Ports
The US formally entered the Iran-Israel conflict on 22nd June by sending seven B-2 stealth bombers to strike Iranian nuclear sites. This further destabilises the...
India Braces for Ripple Effects of Escalating Israel-Iran Conflict
India is closely monitoring the impact of the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, which threatens to disrupt energy supplies, trade, and regional connectivity. The government is conducting...
Ukraine Approves Multiple Citizenship Amid Ongoing War
Ukraine has passed a new law allowing its citizens to hold dual or multiple citizenship. Approved by parliament on 18th June, the law aims to...
PM Modi Makes Historic First Visit to Croatia, Eyes Stronger Bilateral Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Zagreb on Wednesday, 18th June, marking the final stop of his three-nation tour and making history as the first...
OpenAI Secures $200 Million Deal with US Defense Department for AI Pilot Program
OpenAI has landed a $200 million contract with the US Defence Department for a pilot program. This program explores the use of artificial intelligence across...
Trump Slams EU, Calls Japan ‘Tough’ on Trade; Signals Pharma Tariffs and Missile Shield Push
On Tuesday, 17th June, US President Donald Trump criticised the European Union for not offering what he considers a fair trade deal. He described Japan...