ADB Raises Growth Forecast for Region, But Warns of Risks from Trade Sanctions
Developing economies in Asia are forecast to grow at a 5.0% annual pace this year, helped by a strong U.S. economy and surging demand for computer chips The forecast was revised upward slightly from the ADB's April estimate of 4.9% growth.
Nanyang Launches Moo Deng-Inspired Sandals to Boost Business
Nanyang, a leading shoe manufacturer in Thailand, is capitalizing on the popularity of Moo Deng, the pygmy hippo celebrity, by collaborating with the Zoological Park Organization
Cambodia’s New Canal: Trade Boost or Mekong Threat that Feeds Millions
The Mekong River is a lifeline for millions in the six countries it traverses on its way from its headwaters to the sea, sustaining the world’s largest inland fishery and abundant rice paddies on Vietnam's Mekong Delta.
UNGA Opens Amid Global Conflicts, Thailand Urges Political Solution
The 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) commenced Tuesday against a backdrop of escalating global tensions and ongoing conflicts, with world leaders gathering to address pressing international issues
Cambodian Transgender Caught for Theft of Italian’s Necklace in Bangkok
The suspect who stole gold necklace from an Italian tourist was about to cross the border from Sa Kaeo Province back to Cambodia, but Thonglor police managed to arrest them
Nail Artist Falls Victim to Alleged Indian Serial STD Spreader in Thailand
A Thai woman from Samut Prakan reported being deceived by an Indian man claiming to be a businessman, resulting in sexual relationships and disease transmission.
Lebanon Sees Deadliest Day of Conflict Since 2006 as Israeli Strikes Kill More Than...
Israeli strikes on Monday killed more than 270 Lebanese in the deadliest barrage since the 2006 Israel-Hezbollah war as the Israeli military warned residents in southern and eastern Lebanon
Thai Government Plans Welfare Expansion for Freelancers, Including Sex Workers
Thai government aims to create a welfare system for freelancers or self-employed people such as tour guides, Grab drivers, content creators (YouTubers, TikTokers), and sex workers
Lydia Ko Overtakes Jeeno Thitikul in Queen City Championship, 3rd LPGA Title
Lydia Ko extended her amazing summer run when she turned a two-shot deficit into a rout by closing with a 9-under 63 to win the Kroger Queen City Championship
English Class Leads to Religious Confusion at Thai Buddhist Temple
With good intentions to help Buddhist novices learn English, a temple in Ang Thong Province invited foreigners to teach. However, it ended up inviting an Evangelist to spread Christianity in the temple
