Southeast Asia Looks to Nuclear Power to Supercharge Its Energy Transition
outheast Asia's only nuclear power plant, completed four decades ago in Bataan, about 40 miles from the Philippine capital Manila, was built in the 1970s but left idle due to safety concerns and corruption.
Talomsin Group Invests ฿100M in New Preschool Venture
In a strategic move to diversify its portfolio, Talomsin Group, known for its operations in the plastic and electrical equipment industries, is entering the education sector with a 100 million baht ($2.9 million) investment
Thai Woman’s Role in Nigeria Fraud Ring Ends in Hai Yai Airport Arrest
Thai Police have apprehended a Thai woman at Hat Yai International Airport for her involvement in a massive romance scam operation run by her Nigerian husband, with fraudulent transactions totaling over 6.2 billion baht ($175.3 million USD).
Peace Prospects Look Bleak in Myanmar as a Civil War Rages
Peace prospects look bleak in Myanmar as a civil war rages despite international pressure on the military four years after it seized power from an elected civilian government.
Wanted Taiwanese National Behind Thailand’s SIM Box Scam Network
A Chinese national wanted by Taiwanese authorities for fraud has been arrested in Bangkok, where he was running an extensive call center scam operation using sophisticated SIM box networks
Pattaya Gang Leader Ends Four-Month Hide-and-Seek with Police
The alleged ringleader of a violent assault against a Chinese businessman has surrendered to authorities in Chonburi after a four-month investigation.
Hope for Last Thai Hostage in Gaza as Five Celebrate Freedom
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has pledged full government support to secure the release of Natthapong Pinta, the last remaining Thai hostage held by Hamas.
Akara Resources Aims to Resolve Mining Dispute, Expands Operations
Despite ongoing arbitration proceedings with the Thai government since 2017, Akara Resources Public Company Limited is optimistic about reaching a resolution by mid-2025
17 Countries Join Thai Police in Combating Cross-Border Scam Crime
The Royal Thai Police announced today the establishment of an international coordination center to combat scammers and cross-border crime, following a high-level meeting with diplomatic representatives from 17 countries on January 31, 2025.
Bangkok Police Investigate British Duo for Italian Man’s Assault
Thai police are investigating a violent debt collection incident involving two British nationals who allegedly attacked an Italian businessman in a luxury Bangkok condominium.
