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Hotel fire in Bangkok tourist area kills three foreigners

Flames were eventually contained, and the cause of the blaze is under investigation.

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South Korean authorities seek warrant to detain impeached president

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Gisele Pelicot’s ex-husband will not appeal against his 20-year prison sentence

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South Korea to inspect Boeing planes amid bid to determine cause of fatal crash

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