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Malaysia Considers Extending $10 Billion Rail to Thailand Border: Malaysia is considering extending its ongoing 50 billion ringgit ($10.6 billion) rail project ...
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India celebrates Holi, the festival of colour, marking the reawakening of spring - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: India Celebrates Hindu Holi Festival with Colorful Traditions
- Millions of Indians celebrated the Hindu Holi festival by smearing colored powder, exchanging traditional foods, and drinks.
- The festival marks the beginning of spring and celebrates the divine love between Krishna and Radha.
- Traditions like consuming Bhang, a cannabis-infused drink, and lighting large fires are part of the festivities.
- Various Holi traditions in India, such as the 'Lathmar Holi' in northern towns, showcase the diversity of celebrations.
Thailand moves closer to legalising same-sex unions as parliament passes landmark bill
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/thailand-moves-closer-legalising-same-sex-unions-parliament-passes-landmark-bill-2024-03-27/
PBOC Chief Seeks to Deepen Currency Ties With Asian Economies: People’s Bank of China Governor Pan Gongsheng said the country will aim to boost currency ...
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Photos, videos: A memory lane walk through two exhibits of the 1984 Louisiana World's Exposition
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LSU's Angel Reese left the court to a loud chant from fans at end of NCAA Tournament game
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Boao Latest: Asia Economic Resilience; China’s FDI Outlook: China’s Boao Forum kicked off with an early focus on the country’s foreign direct investment outlook ...
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India Raises ‘Strong Objections’ to US Over Kejriwal Comments: India complained to the US on Wednesday over its comments related to the arrest last week of an ...
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Last-Tear Poa entered to an ovation from LSU fans. What she did next got another roar.
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LIVE: Bangladesh vs Palestine – FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier: Follow our live build-up and commentary as Bangladesh host Palestine in Dhaka for their 2026 FIFA ...
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Mumbai becomes Asia's billionaire capital, topped by Mukesh Ambani: SHANGHAI -- India's financial hub Mumbai overtook Beijing as Asia's billionaire ...
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Thailand moves closer to legalising same-sex unions as parliament passes landmark bill
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Quick Glance: Thailand Moves Closer to Legalizing Same-Sex Unions
- Thailand's parliament approves a landmark marriage equality bill.
- The bill recognizes marriage between two individuals regardless of gender.
- Passage of the bill is a significant step for Thailand towards liberalizing attitudes on LGBT issues.
- Although there are some unresolved issues, the bill is seen as a positive step for the LGBT community.
Couple honored after gifting 5 Baton Rouge restaurants to staff: 'It is unprecedented'
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'Bachelorette' announces first Asian American lead in the Bachelor franchise's 22-year history
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2024/03/25/jenn-tran-announced-bachelorette-2024/73101474007/
Pakistan: 5 Chinese dam workers, driver killed in suicide attack - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Six Killed in Suicide Attack on Chinese Engineers in Pakistan
- A suicide bomber targeted a convoy of Chinese engineers in Pakistan, resulting in six fatalities.
- The engineers were en route to a dam construction site when the attack occurred.
- Attacks on Chinese interests in Pakistan are seen as attempts to destabilize the country and create discord between Pakistan and its allies, notably China.
- Pakistan condemned the attack and emphasized the importance of the safety of Chinese nationals in the country.
Kyrgyzstan urges citizens to limit travel to Russia: Kyrgyzstan's foreign ministry has urged citizens of the Central Asian nation to put off unnecessary travel ...
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Mumbai becomes Asian capital with most billionaires, bumping Shanghai: Report: The city of Mumbai has officially surpassed Shanghai as Asia’s capital with the ...
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Jenn Tran makes 'Bachelorette' history as first Asian lead: 'The Bachelorette' has finally named its first Asian lead: Jenn Tran. She will embark on her own ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2024-03-26/jenn-tran-bachelorette-history-first-asian-lead
EV maker VinFast signs partnership agreements with 15 dealers in Thailand: Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast said on Wednesday that it had signed ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/ev-maker-vinfast-signs-partnership-agreements-with-15-dealers-thailand-2024-03-27/
Morning Bid: China profits eyed as Xi meets US biz chiefs: A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.
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Quick Glance: China Profits in Focus as Xi Meets US Business Leaders
- Chinese industrial profits and Australian inflation take center stage in the Asian and Pacific economic calendar.
- President Xi Jinping will meet with U.S. business leaders to discuss economic, business, and political spheres.
- Insights into the profitability of Chinese industrial firms and Australian consumer inflation are anticipated.
- Japanese officials express concerns over the yen as significant economic developments unfold in China and Australia.
Christie's to open new Hong Kong HQ, sees growing Asian Gen Z interest: Auction house Christie's hopes its new 50,000-sq-ft Asia headquarters that opens in Hong ...
reuters.com/lifestyle/christies-open-new-hong-kong-hq-sees-growing-asian-gen-z-interest-2024-03-25/
Billionaire MacKenzie Scott donates millions to Louisiana nonprofits. Here's the list.
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Billionaire MacKenzie Scott donates millions to Louisiana nonprofits. Here's the list.
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Stop Overcomplicating Your Lobster Rolls, You Monsters: A lobster roll consists of chunks of tender, sweet lobster meat lightly napped in a thin coating of ...
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Singapore ranked happiest country in Asia again: THE city-state was named the 30th happiest country globally for 2021-2023, according to the World Happiness ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/22/singapore-ranked-happiest-country-in-asia-again
Quick Glance: New Report: Kenya Ranks 114th in Happiness Index
- For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has secured the title of the world's happiest country, with Kenya ranking 114th out of a total of 143 countries. Conversely, Afghanistan finds itself at the bottom of the ranking as the unhappiest nation.
- The latest findings were unveiled on March 20, 2024, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness.
- This annual report relies on six key factors, encompassing social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and absence of corruption. The economic dimension serves as a pivotal gauge for happiness levels across different nations.
- Attaining happiness is contingent on various elements like career progression and tackling specific challenges. The United Nations advocates for a harmonized economic growth strategy that fosters happiness and well-being for all.
Apartment shooting victim was holding 1-year-old child when shot, Baton Rouge police say
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Philippines plans up to $10.4 bln domestic borrowing in Q2: The Philippines, one of Asia's most active issuers of sovereign debt, plans to raise as much as 585 ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/philippines-plans-up-104-bln-domestic-borrowing-q2-2024-03-26/
Asia private equity deals set for worst Q1 since 2015, data shows: Private equity-backed mergers and acquisitions in Asia are set for their worst start to the ...
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Baton Rouge teen accused of shooting at BRPD is a YouTuber with millions of online followers
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Putin wins big in Central Asia, but Kazakhstan spoils party: President Vladimir Putin performed strongly in the elections in most of Central Asia ...
eurasianet.org/putin-wins-big-in-central-asia-but-kazakhstan-spoils-party
Japan's scallops, spurned by China, head to high-end U.S. market: LOS ANGELES -- Japan is setting up a supply chain for Hokkaido scallops bound for the U.S ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Food-Beverage/Japan-s-scallops-spurned-by-China-head-to-high-end-U.S.-market
Israel seizes 800 hectares of Palestinian land in occupied West Bank: Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s announcement comes despite international pressure ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/22/israel-seizes-800-hectares-of-palestinian-land-in-occupied-west-bank
Look for the gigantic strawberry — a perfect selfie spot in this Louisiana festival town
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/travel/ponchatoula-strawberry-festival-brings-thousands-to-town/article_e57bbfb0-e800-11ee-80f1-735141707e75.html
Python instead of poultry: Will we eat snakes in the future?: Snake meat has long been eaten in Asia. Researchers see potential for factory farming ...
berliner-zeitung.de/gesundheit-oekologie/python-statt-gefluegel-werden-wir-kuenftig-schlangen-essen-li.2197749
One killed in shooting on North I-110, Baton Rouge police say: A person was killed in a shooting Saturday on North Interstate 110, Baton Rouge police said.
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Iconic Baton Rouge cake weighs 50 pounds. A single slice serves six. It's perfect for Easter.
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U.S., Japan, Philippines' leaders to meet for April summit: MANILA -- The leaders of the United States, Japan and the Philippines will meet for their first ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/U.S.-Japan-Philippines-leaders-to-meet-for-April-summit
Lipscomb's Pierce remains college basketball's all-time leading scorer: Caitlin Clark’s climb to the top of college basketball’s division one all-time scoring ...
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Europe dangerously deluded on Ukraine’s lost war: Europe is facing defeat in Ukraine as its policies on the war go sideways. Europe’s approach is increasingly ...
asiatimes.com/2024/03/europe-dangerously-deluded-on-ukraines-lost-war/
Man dies in hospital after brawl at Fred's bar in Tigerland in Baton Rouge, family says
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/crime_police/man-dies-after-brawl-freds-tigerland-bar-in-baton-rouge/article_4848fe24-eac6-11ee-9ed5-f7d4b1501c9c.html
Once a beacon of Black culture in Baton Rouge, the Lincoln Theater is set for a rebirth
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/lincoln-theater-to-return-as-black-cultural-center-museum/article_2c7540c0-e870-11ee-b33f-57259ee22258.html
Toddler shot in Baton Rouge, hospitalized in critical condition, police say: A toddler was shot and taken to the hospital in critical condition Wednesday morning ...
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Hailey Van Lith explains her reaction to Louisville being in LSU's Baton Rouge regional
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How terrible would a second Trump presidency be for Australia? Terrible enough: Now that Donald Trump is the inevitable Republican candidate, countries ...
theage.com.au/world/north-america/how-terrible-would-a-second-trump-presidency-be-for-australia-terrible-enough-20240311-p5fbcy.html
Panhandling on all Louisiana streets would become a crime if this new bill passes
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Watch: Japan rocket explodes seconds after launch: Space One’s ‘Kairos’ rocket burst into flames shortly after lift-off on Wednesday morning.
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Quick Glance: Rocket Explodes After Launch in Japan
- The Japanese company aimed to be the first private business in the country to put a satellite into orbit.
- The Kairos rocket exploded shortly after liftoff, causing a smoke plume and a forest fire nearby.
- Space One is investigating the incident, marking a setback for Japan's commercial space endeavors.
- The space transportation market is lucrative, with Space One planning to launch satellites using small rockets.
An LSU basketball great will be featured in Baton Rouge St. Patrick's Day parade: Basketball great Seimone Augustus will finally make it to the Wearin' of the ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/seimone-augustus-will-lead-st-pats-parade-on-saturday/article_349f3248-d663-11ee-92e4-47c6a5156694.html
China Will Help Pakistan Overcome Foreign Debt Woes, Envoy Says: China will help Pakistan overcome its foreign debt woes by extending financial assistance to the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-14/china-will-help-pakistan-overcome-foreign-debt-woes-envoy-says
Thailand Pushes Ahead With Bill to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage: Thailand is pushing ahead with its plan to legalize same-sex marriage, with lawmakers set to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-14/thailand-forges-ahead-with-bill-to-legalize-same-sex-marriage
Teddy Swims in concert, a psychic comedian and camp-ins: 3 things to do this weekend
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Metals lead rise in India's blue-chips; Adani stocks, small-, mid-caps fall: Indian blue-chip shares rebounded from a weak start on Monday, lifted by metal ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/indian-shares-set-open-little-changed-tracking-asian-peers-2024-03-18/
Asia Countries See Inflation Pressures, Upending Gains for Emerging Bonds: Asian nations are seeing a revival in inflation pressures, signaling weakening support ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-13/inflation-resurgence-risks-upending-emerging-asian-bond-gains
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A former Baton Rouge area coach has landed a job in the Acadiana area: Christopher Bland sought a new coaching challenge outside the Baton Rouge area ...
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Billionaire Adani to Start Mapping Dharavi, Asia’s Biggest Slum, Next Week: Adani Group is set to begin mapping Asia’s largest slum, a highly valuable area at ...
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United States launches initiative to foster Central Asian connectivity: A new way of promoting rule of law.
eurasianet.org/united-states-launches-initiative-to-foster-central-asian-connectivity
Standard pregnancy care is now dangerously disrupted in Louisiana, report reveals
npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/03/19/1239376395/louisiana-abortion-ban-dangerously-disrupting-pregnancy-miscarriage-care
Bystander shot after fleeing suspect fires at officer, Baton Rouge police say: A bystander was shot after a fleeing suspect attempted to fire at an officer ...
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Photos, videos: Choirs are still an integral part of church worship services: Many churches are cleaning out their choir lofts to make space for praise teams.
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Taipei restaurant creates new menu highlighting Filipino dishes: Diners can sample chicken adobo, kare kare, and other Filipino fare at ABV Southeast Asian
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Ronaldo's Al-Nassr exit Asian Champions League with shootout loss to Al-Ain: Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr crashed out of the Asian Champions League in the ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/ronaldos-al-nassr-exit-asian-champions-league-with-shootout-loss-al-ain-2024-03-11/
New director named for LSU's Center for Energy Studies, see who it is: Greg Upton has been named executive director of LSU's Center for Energy Studies after ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/business/new-director-named-for-lsus-center-for-energy-studies/article_c122e738-eb98-11ee-b234-3ffc6a7fe0a6.html
Five Things You Need to Know to Start Your Day: Asia: Good morning. Wall Street zeroes in on the next inflation print. TikTok’s fate in the US remains uncertain ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-03-13/five-things-you-need-to-know-to-start-your-day-asia
'It's all we want to do': A Louisiana family creates a drag racing dynasty: For the Tanksleys, drag racing isn't just a hobby, it's a way of life.
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Photos: LSU Host NCAA Selection Show Watch Party: The LSU women held a NCAA Tournament selection show watch party at the PMAC on Sunday night ...
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The 2 LPB shows you won't want to miss on Monday night: Not only does the third hour of "Antiques Roadshow" filmed at the LSU Rural Life Museum air on ...
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Kilts, chaos and baseball: A night in LSU's Alex Box Stadium with the Savannah Bananas
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/a-night-with-the-savannah-bananas-in-lsus-alex-box-stadium/article_b90c37ef-66b3-537e-b14f-0ee3c4c91cb4.html
New in Baton Rouge food scene: Supper Club changes reservation policy, Eliza hires a new chef
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Broome announces over $1 million for two youth centers in Baton Rouge: 'A positive option'
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A Little Inflation: The Bloomberg Open, Asia Edition: Good morning. China’s CPI rises for the first time since August. Chinese buying is behind gold's ...
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Louisiana braces for severe thunderstorms, strong winds. See the forecast for your city.
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Riley Green in Baton Rouge, Cowboy Mouth in Lafayette and more music this week: BATON ROUGE
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Musical Baton Rouge firefighters swingin' their way to social media fame: At Baton Rouge Fire Department's Station 14, downtime sometimes takes on a distinctly ...
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Red bean falafel, chicken shawarma and grilled shrimp tacos: Best things we ate this week
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61-year-old man fatally shot in Baton Rouge daytime shooting, police say: A 61-year-old man, identified as Dwain Fleming, was fatally shot Tuesday shortly after ...
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Malaysia’s Anwar Warns US That Constraining China Will ‘Accentuate’ Its Grievances
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See which national beauty retailer is moving in next to Trader Joe's in Baton Rouge
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Search for parents launched as toddler in pyjamas found walking streets in Stevenage
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The Historic Town of Natchez Has New Stories to Tell: This Mississippi River port town may not be on your must-travel list. But it should be—for the good food ...
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4 free things to do in Baton Rouge area this week: An egg hunt, stargazing and more
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