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Anguish greets court ruling

A Map Ta Phut villager whose family has been devastated by cancer breaks down in tears on hearing the Central Administrative Court ruling that 74 of the 76 projects at the industrial estate which were initially suspended over environmental concerns can proceed. (Photo by Apichit Jinakul)

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Two tech school students arrested for the murder of a 9-year-old boy, as police meet school representatives to find solutions to student brawling.
Deferred jail terms

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Rapid transit

Express rail makes life easier for commuters between Bangkok and Suvarnabhumi Airport.
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Turning over a new leaf

Thai environmentally friendly jewellery finds its way onto international markets.
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