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Five Italian students and their supervisor have apologised to a Thai woman after a BTS train dispute involving loud behaviour and rude gestures. Both sides agreed to settle, with police fining the group 1,000-2,000 baht each.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim opened Citrawarna 2026 at Dataran Merdeka, a major cultural showcase attracting over 700 international tourists. The three-day event features 3,500 dancers, traditional performances and cultural displays supporting Malaysia's tourism drive.
The Italian Embassy in Bangkok has formally apologized following a viral incident involving Italian schoolchildren on the BTS Skytrain. Thai police have cautioned that such conduct may violate local laws protecting personal dignity.
Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching has hailed The Age of Goodbyes as a watershed moment for Malaysian cinema, becoming the first local production selected for Toronto International Film Festival's prestigious Special Presentations section.
K-pop superstar G-Dragon has been appointed honorary ambassador for the 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee session in Busan, marking South Korea's first time hosting the prestigious international gathering.