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AFP An elderly British couple detained in Afghanistan for almost eight months were released on Friday, the Taliban authorities said, after pressure built to free the pair due to fears over their health. [1]
The family of a British couple detained in Iran said on Friday (March 20, 2026) the pair were being used as “human shields” during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and they accused Britain’s government of failing to make progress on their release. [2]
Emirates and Etihad have resumed limited international flights from UAE hubs amid ongoing missile threats, while regional airspace closures and flight cancellations continue to disrupt global travel and drive up fuel costs. [4]
British man dies in Bangkok after suspected spiked drink A British music event organiser died at a hotel in Bangkok on March 6 after he and his girlfriend allegedly consumed drinks that were spiked with cocaine and heroin. [5]
Sri Lanka’s attempt to stay neutral in the U.S-Israel war on Iran has become an important foreign policy test for the National People’s Power government. [6]
LONDON -- A couple in Southeast London is hoping to raise 22,000 pounds ($28,075) to double production of their award-winning sake as demand for Japanese rice wine grows in the capital. [7]
Cannabis News Thailand cannabis news, legalisation updates, medical cannabis, and industry trends—stay informed on regulations, research, and the impact of cannabis on society. [8]
Expats Thailand expat news, visas, work permits, property, and healthcare—stay informed with essential updates and insights for foreign residents. Get the latest from The Thaiger, your trusted source for expat news in Thailand. [9]
AFP An elderly British couple detained in Afghanistan for almost eight months were released on Friday, the Taliban authorities said, after pressure built to free the pair due to fears over their health.
The family of a British couple detained in Iran said on Friday (March 20, 2026) the pair were being used as “human shields” during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and they accused Britain’s government of failing to make progress on their release.
Emirates and Etihad have resumed limited international flights from UAE hubs amid ongoing missile threats, while regional airspace closures and flight cancellations continue to disrupt global travel and drive up fuel costs.
British man dies in Bangkok after suspected spiked drink A British music event organiser died at a hotel in Bangkok on March 6 after he and his girlfriend allegedly consumed drinks that were spiked with cocaine and heroin.
Sri Lanka’s attempt to stay neutral in the U.S-Israel war on Iran has become an important foreign policy test for the National People’s Power government.
LONDON -- A couple in Southeast London is hoping to raise 22,000 pounds ($28,075) to double production of their award-winning sake as demand for Japanese rice wine grows in the capital.
Cannabis News Thailand cannabis news, legalisation updates, medical cannabis, and industry trends—stay informed on regulations, research, and the impact of cannabis on society.
Expats Thailand expat news, visas, work permits, property, and healthcare—stay informed with essential updates and insights for foreign residents. Get the latest from The Thaiger, your trusted source for expat news in Thailand.
YANGON—On this day in 1942, Chinese political and military leader Chiang Kai-shek met with US Army General Joseph Stilwell and British Army General Harold Alexander in Pyin Oo Lwin, Mandalay Region to discuss plans to repel the Japanese occupation of