Thailand is gearing up for a major reset in how it attracts and hosts travelers. This week, the Thai government officially rolled out a five-year national tourism strategy designed to …
Daily News
Engine Trouble: Will Thailand Scrap Its Controversial Submarine Deal with China?
Thailand is approaching a pivotal decision regarding its contentious submarine procurement from China. The 13.5-billion-baht deal, signed in 2017 with China Shipbuilding & Offshore International Co. (CSOC), has faced significant …
Parents Shocked as Ho Chi Minh English Center Shuts Down Overnight, Director Disappears with $250,000 in Fees
More than 200 Vietnamese parents are reeling after the sudden closure of the Australia International English School (AIES) in early May, which reportedly disappeared after collecting over VND 6.5 billion …
Bangkok Tower Collapse: 17 Arrest Warrants Issued After Deadly Quake
Thai authorities have issued arrest warrants for 17 individuals, including former construction magnate Premchai Karnasuta, following the collapse of the 30-story State Audit Office (SAO) tower in Bangkok. The building …
The Digital Currency Conference 2025 is scheduled for 28–29 May at The Athenee Hotel Bangkok. Over 400 delegates from more than 60 central banks, state agencies, and private firms will …
U.S. and China Strike Temporary Tariff Truce, Easing Global Market Fears
In a major development that could reshape global trade dynamics, the United States and China have agreed to a 90-day ceasefire in their escalating tariff war. As reported by The …
Thailand Cuts Tourism Target After Drop in Chinese Visitors Over Safety Fears
Thailand has lowered its 2025 foreign tourist arrival target to just over 35 million, down from an earlier forecast of 37–38 million, as the country struggles to recover from a …
Storm Chaos: 69 Thai Provinces Slammed by Sudden Summer Fury
A powerful band of summer storms is sweeping across Thailand, putting 69 provinces under high alert for fierce winds, heavy rainfall, lightning, and hail through Sunday, May 11, according to …
Kashmir Attack Reignites India–Pakistan Tensions as Cross-Border Strikes Intensify
Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated sharply following a deadly militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir that claimed 26 civilian lives. The assault, which took place on April 22 in …
Israeli Tourist Caught After Stealing Motorbike from Phuket Hospital Parking Lot
An Israeli tourist has been arrested in Phuket after allegedly stealing a motorbike from a hospital parking lot and avoiding capture for more than a week. The suspect, 32-year-old Cohen …