Japanese journalist removed from job following blunder

TOKYO (AFP) - Japanese broadcaster TV Asahi apologised Saturday after its Bangkok bureau chief posted an image exposing himself on a mobile forum set up by Thailand's foreign ministry, which warned of "consequences".

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Japanese journalist pulls a 'Weiner' in Thailand

TOKYO (AFP) - Japanese broadcaster TV Asahi apologised Saturday after its Bangkok bureau chief posted an image exposing himself on a mobile forum set up by Thailand's foreign ministry, which warned of "consequences".

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Severe flooding hampers rescue efforts in Myanmar, at least 27 dead

YANGON (AFP) - Severe flooding across Myanmar hampered rescue efforts on Saturday as thousands sheltered at monasteries after rising waters triggered by torrential rains killed at least 27 people, officials said.

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Wing part arrives in France as MH370 link investigated

PARIS (AFP) - A piece of Boeing 777 wreckage that washed up on an Indian Ocean island arrived for analysis in France early Saturday, after Malaysian authorities said the part was almost certainly recovered from missing flight MH370.

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No final deal in Pacific trade talks: negotiators

WASHINGTON (AFP) - Delegates negotiating a huge Pacific free-trade agreement said Friday they have failed to reach a final deal after several days of intense talks in Hawaii, in a setback to US President Barack Obama.

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BOT cuts GDP growth forecast to under 3%

PERSISTENT EXPORT SLUMP AMID GLOBAL SLOWDOWN MAJOR FACTOR

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Mixed reactions to Kasit's new role

EX-FOREIGN MINISTER TO USE DIPLOMATIC EXPERIENCE FOR REFORM FOUNDATION CREATED BY SUTHEP

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