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Phuket illegal hotel blitz ramps up

The government has intensified its crackdown on illegal hotels in Phuket after inspections found three properties operating without licences.

Bangkok Post · Jul 24

Heatwave hits North Africa, with power cuts in Tunisia and wildfires in Algeria

In Tunisia long power outages across the country have added to the strain of an intense heatwave, with temperatures as high as 49C. In neighbouring Algeria, more than 100 people were hospitalised after wildfires, the country's interior minister said this week.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 24

Florida Manatees Could Now Be Legally Killed Under Trump's New Endangered Species Rule

The US Fish and Wildlife Service's repeal of the Endangered Species Act's blanket rule could impact Florida manatees, sparking legal challenges and concerns over their future protection.

International Business Times UK · Jul 24

Oil Dips Below $85: Iran Says New Proposals Are on the Table as US Mediators Work to Prevent Further Escalation

U.S. and Iranian mediators have put forth new proposals aimed at easing the ongoing tensions, as confirmed by Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei late Sunday.

Benzinga · Jul 20

Pakistan, China to tighten border security, immigration controls: officials

Pakistan and China will strengthen cooperation in immigration and border management. A joint working group will be established to enhance security and efficiency. Both nations aim to expedite immigration processes and combat illegal activities. China will continue supporting capacity building for Pakistani institutions.

The Economic Times · Jul 18

Trump cancels protections for animals threatened with extinction

There have been no species added to the endangered or threatened lists in Trump’s second term

The Independent UK · Jul 17

Interior Ministry cancels tainted recruitment list

An Interior Ministry committee on Friday ordered the cancellation of the recruitment list involving 5,924 candidates after investigators found irregularities in examination scores.

Bangkok Post · Jul 17

Venezuela's Repressive State 'Remains Intact' Despite New Regime, Human Rights Groups Warn Congress

One NGO noted that Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello continues to oversee internal security forces, while other officials identified by United Nations investigators remain in positions of authority

Latin Times · Jul 16

Fifty-nine arrested over French wildfires, as Fontainebleau blaze continues

A total of 59 people have been arrested across France over suspected deliberate or accidental arson, including two in connection with the wildfire still sweeping through the Fontainebleau forest southeast of Paris, Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez has said.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 14

Trump aide Natalie Harp may be known for ‘running on foot’ behind his golf cart — but she wields astonishing influence, Haberman reveals

‘She is in almost every single — I mean, really I’m not kidding — almost every single meeting,’ reporter and author Maggie Haberman said

The Independent UK · Jul 11