Bangkok pub fire: 27+ killed
A fire at a pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak neighborhood killed at least 27 people late Saturday; cause is still under investigation.
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Ukraine's Prime Minister Resigns Amid Zelensky Reshuffle
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Ukraine's prime minister announced her resignation over the weekend, framing her departure in solemn terms — calling it an honor to have led the country through one of the most challenging chapters in its modern history. The timing was deliberate: her exit came as part of a broader government overhaul announced by President Volodymyr Zelensky, who has made periodic reshuffles a hallmark of his wartime leadership style. By regularly cycling in new faces, Zelensky aims to signal dynamism and renew public confidence in his administration even as the war with Russia grinds on. Whether this latest shake-up achieves that remains to be seen, but it reflects the immense pressure Zelensky faces to demonstrate progress on multiple fronts simultaneously.
Ukraine's Prime Minister Resigns Amid Government Reshuffle
Ukraine's prime minister resigned, citing pride in leading during one of the nation's most difficult periods. Zelensky, who regularly reshuffles his government to inject fresh momentum, announced broader changes at the same time.
Bangkok Pub Fire Kills at Least 27
At least 27 people died when a fire broke out at a pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak neighborhood after what a witness described as a sudden explosion. Many victims were found huddled in bathrooms at the back; firefighters contained the blaze in under an hour.
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