October2016
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Thailand’s King Bhumibol Adulyadej died at the age of 88
Oct 13, 2016News Hour: Thailand’s King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world’s longest-serving monarch, has died at the age of 88, the palace announced on Thursday, leaving a divided nation bereft of a rare figure of unity. “Although the team... -
Japan’s Chance at an LGBT-Inclusive Curriculum
Oct 13, 2016News Hour: Last year, my colleagues and I interviewed sexual and gender minority youth from across Japan to learn about their experiences at school. The information we documented was harrowing: harassment and bullying colored the lives... -
Samsung’s Note 7 debacle recalls washing-machine fires in Australia
Oct 13, 2016News Hour: “I joked to my friends that maybe Samsung should stick to making phones,” said Ms. Jordan. A civil tribunal later ruled in her favor in a dispute over damage costs to be paid by... -
Neil Nitin Mukesh gets engaged
Oct 13, 2016News Hour: Neil Nitin Mukesh is no more an eligible bachelor. The grandson of legendary singer Mukesh got engaged to Mumbai-based Rukmini Sahay at a ceremony attended by close family and friends. In case, you are... -
Kim Kardashian West robbery Halloween costume withdrawn
Oct 13, 2016News Hour: An online retailer has withdrawn a Halloween costume inspired by Kim Kardashian West’s recent robbery ordeal, following a backlash. The Parisian Heist Robbery Victim Costume Kit does not name the 35-year-old social media personality.... -
Suzuki and Toyota to explore business partnership
Oct 13, 2016News Hour: Suzuki Motor Corporation (Suzuki) and Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced that both companies have agreed to start exploring ideas that are directed towards a business partnership. The environment surrounding the automotive industry has been... -
OPEC invites Russia to a meeting as Moscow seek to tighten cooperation to boost historically low crude prices
Oct 13, 2016News Hour: OPEC said on Wednesday it was inviting Russia and other key non-members to a meeting later this month as the oil cartel and Moscow seek to tighten cooperation to boost historically low crude prices.... -
Emergency kits distributes to families affected by Hurricane Matthew in Haiti
Oct 13, 2016News Hour: IOM is making available to partners 8,000 emergency kits provided by USAID’s Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) to assist families most affected by Hurricane Matthew in Haiti. Delivery of the kits started in... -
China’s exports fell 5.6 percent year-on- year in yuan terms
Oct 13, 2016News Hour: China’s exports fell 5.6 percent year-on- year in yuan terms in September, figures showed on Thursday, as sluggish demand weighed on the world’s second-largest economy. Customs said exports fell to 1.22 trillion yuan (around... -
Well-wishers offer prayers for ailing Thai King
Oct 13, 2016News Hour: Well-wishers kept up their vigil outside a Bangkok hospital on Thursday, offering prayers for ailing King Bhumibol Adulyadej as deeply polarised Thailand faces the prospect of losing its figure of unity. Bhumibol, 88, is...
