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Thailand expects floodwaters in Bangkok to recede within two to three days if there is no further heavy rainfall, as authorities step up drainage and recovery efforts following severe flooding in the capital. Government spokesperson Ekkapob Pianpises said the Cabinet would discuss longer-term measures to address the flooding and support…

Gold prices fell more than 1% as expectations of further US interest-rate increases strengthened, boosting the dollar and putting pressure on the non-yielding precious metal. The decline reflects growing market expectations that the US Federal Reserve could raise interest rates again after policymakers signalled concerns about persistent inflation. Reuters reported…