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29-4-2024 (BANGKOK) Thai authorities have arrested six suspects believed to be involved in two separate call centre scam gangs, seizing assets worth around 42 million baht in total. Among t… Read More
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2024-04-29 12:04
29-4-2024 (BANGKOK) Amidst the escalating civil unrest in Myanmar, the Royal Thai Navy has taken a proactive stance, deploying four vessels to the Andaman Sea in preparation for a potential… Read More
2024-04-29 09:30
29-4-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) KFC’s presence in Malaysia is undergoing a significant shift as the fast-food giant suspends operations in more than 100 outlets across the country. This move… Read More
2024-04-29 09:29
29-4-2024 (JAKARTA) In the wake of a powerful 6.5-magnitude earthquake that struck Garut Regency, West Java, the ripple effects have been felt across the nearby Bandung Barat Regency, where… Read More
2024-04-29 08:45
29-4-2024 (TAIPEI) Another individual succumbed to suspected food poisoning on April 29 after dining at a Malaysian vegetarian restaurant in Taipei, Taiwan’s capital, as local media o… Read More
2024-04-29 08:29
29-4-2024 (JAKARTA) In a symbolic celebration of enduring bilateral ties, Indonesian President Joko Widodo and Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong convened for their seventh and fina… Read More
2024-04-29 07:39
29-4-2024 (BANGKOK) In a bid to promote fair trade practices and level the playing field for domestic producers, the Thai Customs Department is set to implement a sweeping change in its tax… Read More
2024-04-29 07:38
29-4-2024 (TOKYO) Japanese travellers, once renowned for their globe-trotting adventures, are now choosing to explore their own backyard as international travel remains subdued. Factors suc… Read More
2024-04-29 07:26
29-4-2024 (SINGAPORE) In the wake of last year’s multibillion-dollar money-laundering scandal that rocked Singapore, the rapid expansion of Chinese family offices in the city-state ha… Read More
2024-04-29 06:56
29-4-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) Residents of Rantau Panjang, situated near the Malaysia-Thailand border, were startled from their sleep in the early hours of the morning by the reverberations of e… Read More
2024-04-19 15:58
19-4-2024 (JAKARTA) As Indonesia braces for the Constitutional Court’s highly anticipated ruling on the 2024 presidential election dispute, Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, the chairman of the Stra… Read More
2024-04-19 15:24
19-4-2024 (SIGNAPORE) A Singaporean man made his first court appearance in Spain on Friday, three days after his arrest in connection with the shocking death of a fellow Singaporean woman… Read More
2024-04-19 10:50
19-4-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) Ant International, a leading digital payment and financial technology provider affiliated with Ant Group, has announced plans to establish a new Digital Business Ce… Read More
2024-04-19 10:38
19-4-2024 (BANGKOK) A tragic incident unfolded in the southern province of Surat Thani on Friday morning when a 49-year-old Polish man jumped to his death from atop a cellular tower in Chai… Read More
2024-04-19 10:31
19-4-2024 (BANGKOK) Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) officers apprehended Sandra Christina Marie Diersten, aged 45, at a hotel situated in Bangkok’s Silom area within the Bang Rak dis… Read More
2024-04-19 10:21
19-4-2024 (LONDON) As the highly anticipated ‘halving’ event looms for bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, opinions are sharply divided. To some, it represents a… Read More
2024-04-19 07:23
19-4-2024 (YANGON) Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar’s detained former leader, has reportedly been transferred from prison to house arrest, prompting concerns that she may be used as a pawn b… Read More
2024-04-19 07:11
19-4-2024 (LONDON) The investigation into the brutal murder of Kamonnan “Angela” Thiamphanit, a young Thai woman found stabbed to death in the British capital, has taken a drama… Read More
2024-04-19 06:59
19-4-2024 (BANGOK) The 20-baht train fare cap, a key promise of the ruling Pheu Thai Party, has seen partial implementation since October last year on the SRT Red Line and the MRT Purple Li… Read More
2024-04-19 06:35
19-4-2024 (BANGKOK) The number of foreign visitors to the country surged past the 3-million mark in March, marking the first instance of such a feat within a single month. Thai tourists to… Read More
2024-04-19 06:13
19-4-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) The southern Malaysian state of Johor is primed to outpace the economic growth of its counterparts within the next couple of years, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim dec… Read More
2024-04-19 06:09
19-4-2024 (JAKARTA) Actress Sandra Dewi’s social media presence has taken an unexpected turn, with her Instagram account seemingly disappearing after the comments section was previous… Read More
2024-04-15 15:04
15-4-2024 (SINGAPORE) As Lawrence Wong prepares to step into the role of Singapore’s fourth Prime Minister on May 15, speculation arises regarding the formation of a new Cabinet to ac… Read More
2024-04-15 14:50
15-4-2024 (LONDON) The 27-year-old woman who was fatally stabbed in her home in Westminster has been identified as Kamonnan Thiamphanit, known to her friends as Angela. Her lifeless body wa… Read More
2024-04-15 11:43
15-4-2024 (CALIFORNIA) Apple’s global smartphone shipments suffered a steep decline of around 10 percent in the first quarter of 2024, as the tech giant faced intensifying competition… Read More
2024-04-15 11:35
15-4-2024 (BANGKOK) As Songkran festivities draw to a close, the nation mourns the loss of 162 lives in traffic accidents, marking the notorious “seven dangerous days” of the fe… Read More
2024-04-15 11:08
15-4-2024 (PHNOM PENH) The United States has urged Cambodia to exercise greater transparency regarding the proposed $1.7 billion Techo Funan Canal project, a China-funded infrastructure ini… Read More
2024-04-15 11:02
15-4-2024 (HONG KONG) For those contemplating an early morning jog, here’s some motivation straight from Malaysian actor Jack Tan, renowned for his role in the critically acclaimed 20… Read More
2024-04-15 10:44
15-4-2024 (SYDNEY) A horrifying incident unfolded on Monday evening as a priest was allegedly stabbed multiple times while conducting a Mass service at a church in Sydney’s suburbs, m… Read More
2024-04-15 10:37
15-4-2024 (SINGAPORE) In a bid to fortify their supply chains amidst global uncertainties, Singapore and New Zealand have pledged to enhance collaboration, expanding on their partnership in… Read More
2024-04-15 08:53
15-4-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) Following the Kuala Lumpur International Airport shooting incident, authorities have apprehended the prime suspect, Hafizul Harawi. Inspector-General of Police Tan… Read More
2024-04-15 08:31
15-4-2024 (SINGAPORE) After nearly two decades at the helm of Singapore’s government, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong is set to step down on May 15, marking the conclusion of a chapter… Read More
2024-04-12 10:46
12-4-2024 (YANGON) A surge of individuals, many gripped by the fear of impending air strikes, formed long queues at a border crossing to escape Myanmar early on Friday. This mass exodus fol… Read More
2024-04-12 08:39
12-4-2024 (SINGAPORE) A blockbuster $670 million (S$909 million) deal backed by Chinese commodities billionaire Du Shuanghua to acquire the Far East Shopping Centre in Singapore’s pre… Read More
2024-04-12 08:32
12-4-2024 (SINGAPORE) The aftermath of an attempt to gain unauthorized access to a Bruno Mars concert venue has led to charges against Karl Phillippe Njiomo Tengueu, a 23-year-old Camerooni… Read More
2024-04-12 08:14
12-4-2024 (SEOUL) What was meant to be a rejuvenating trip to South Korea for Thai beauty queen Teeyapar “Nam Petch” Sretsirisuvarna took an unexpected turn this week when she f… Read More
2024-04-12 07:47
12-4-2024 (SINGAPORE) Shoppers and pedestrians along the iconic Orchard Road were treated to an unexpected spectacle on Thursday as a burst water pipe sent a towering geyser of water gushin… Read More
2024-04-12 07:18
12-4-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) In a case that has gripped the nation, Shalom Avitan, a 38-year-old alleged Israeli hitman, has been charged at the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur with possession o… Read More
2024-04-12 06:32
12-4-2024 (GAZA) Amidst the simmering conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has vowed to continue pursuing a deal for a ceasefire and the release of… Read More
2024-04-12 03:26
12-4-2024 (HANOI) The Vietnamese business world has been sent into shockwaves as Truong My Lan, a prominent real estate mogul, was handed a death sentence on Thursday for her involvement in… Read More
2024-04-12 02:42
12-4-2024 (NEW YORK) In a bid to overturn his 25-year prison sentence for orchestrating one of the biggest financial frauds in American history, Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced founder of… Read More
2024-04-12 02:39
12-4-2024 (BANGKOK) Bitkub Capital Group, the parent company of Thailand’s largest cryptocurrency exchange Bitkub Online, is setting its sights on a potential valuation of up to $3 bi… Read More
2024-04-11 15:48
11-4-2024 (JAKARTA) Amid growing concerns from companies and foreign investors, the Indonesian Industry Ministry has staunchly defended its recent regulation restricting the importation of… Read More
2024-04-11 15:41
11-4-2024 (SINGAPORE) In the bustling culinary landscape of Singapore, where innovation meets tradition, Chef Ian Tan stands out as a testament to the power of passion and perseverance. Fro… Read More
2024-04-11 15:33
11-4-2024 (MANILA) Former President Rodrigo Duterte may find himself pleased if invited to a Senate hearing regarding his alleged “gentleman’s agreement” with China, accor… Read More
2024-04-11 15:25
11-4-2024 (NEW YORK) O.J. Simpson, one of the most notorious high-profile Americans in history, has succumbed to cancer after a protracted battle with the disease.
The former NFL icon, who… Read More
2024-04-11 14:08
11-4-2024 (PHNOM PENH) Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Manet affirmed on Thursday (Apr 11) that the country will continue with its contentious plans to construct a US$1.7 billion canal… Read More
2024-04-11 12:29
11-4-2024 (BANGKOK) Authorities in Chachoengsao have dismantled an underground firearms operation run by two brothers, seizing a massive cache of homemade guns, ammunition, and gun-making e… Read More
2024-04-11 12:22
11-4-2024 (BANGKOK) Approximately 200 Myanmar military personnel retreated to a bridge linking the border town of Myawaddy to Thailand on Thursday following continuous assaults by anti-junt… Read More
2024-04-11 12:11
11-4-2024 (SINGAPORE) K-pop enthusiasts in Singapore were treated to an unexpected delight as the renowned girl group Itzy unveiled a surprise collaboration featuring a familiar face.
On Tu… Read More
2024-04-11 11:36
11-4-2024 (HANOI) A Vietnamese property tycoon has been sentenced to death for her central role in a staggering 304 trillion dong (US$12.46 billion) financial fraud case – the nation… Read More
2024-04-11 06:05
11-4-2024 (HANOI) In a resounding vote of confidence for Vietnam’s economic resilience, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has maintained its previous growth projections for the nation… Read More
2024-04-08 10:10
8-4-2024 (JAKARTA) As Indonesia braces for its annual Eid mass exodus, citizens are turning to a new travel option this year to alleviate congestion: the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail.
Mo… Read More
2024-04-08 09:35
8-4-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) A man resorted to feigning illness to evade an alleged extortion attempt by two police officers at the Bangunan Sultan Iskandar (BSI) Customs, Immigration, and Quara… Read More
2024-04-08 09:06
8-4-2024 (WASHINGTON) Leaders from Japan and the Philippines are set to convene in Washington this week for a trilateral summit, aiming to strengthen defense ties in the wake of joint milit… Read More
2024-04-08 08:56
8-4-2024 (SINGAPORE) In a bizarre case that has raised concerns about unregulated medical practices, a woman who learned to perform dental procedures on herself during the COVID-19 pandemic… Read More
2024-04-08 08:55
8-4-2024 (YANGON) Myanmar’s military regime has made a plea to Thailand for permission to land a transport plane at Mae Sot airport, aimed at evacuating troops and their families from… Read More
2024-04-08 07:18
8-4-2024 (MANILA) In a display of unity and resolve, the Philippines, United States, Japan, and Australia successfully concluded joint naval exercises in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) yeste… Read More
2024-04-08 07:08
8-4-2024 (MANILA) President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. expressed on Monday that the Philippines is exerting maximum efforts to prevent further escalation of tensions with China amidst multiple e… Read More
2024-04-08 06:55
8-4-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) Vern’s Holdings, a Malaysian shoe company, has issued an apology and ceased the sale of certain footwear following criticism from some Muslims who alleged that… Read More
2024-04-08 06:42
8-4-2024 (HANOI) Southeast Asia grappled with a staggering 43 million local cybersecurity threats targeting businesses in 2023, reveals data from global cybersecurity firm Kaspersky.
Vietna… Read More
2024-04-08 06:38
8-4-2024 (BANGKOK) Chrissy Teigen and her children, Miles and Luna, donned traditional clothing during their recent trip to Thailand, showcasing their vibrant looks on social media. The 38… Read More
2024-04-07 16:40
8-4-2024 (JAKARTA) Tensions in Indonesia’s restive Papua region have escalated further after a deadly shootout between security forces and separatist rebels near one of the world&rsqu&helli…Read More
2024-04-07 16:15
8-4-2024 (JAKARTA) The Indonesian Communications and Information Ministry has announced that Elon Musk’s SpaceX has been granted the necessary permit to initiate the Starlink satellit… Read More
2024-04-07 16:11
8-4-2024 (MANILA) Apollo Quiboloy, a Filipino pastor wanted in the United States for child sex trafficking charges, has demanded assurances of no extradition in exchange for surrenderi… Read More
2024-04-07 16:03
7-4-2024 (SINGAPORE) A distressing incident unfolded outside Singapore’s National Stadium on April 5, marring the celebratory atmosphere of Bruno Mars’ highly anticipated concer… Read More
2024-04-07 15:39
7-4-2024 (TAIPEI) Singaporean authorities have announced a significant development in the search for two citizens who went missing following the devastating magnitude 7.2 earthquake that st… Read More
2024-04-07 15:22
7-4-2024 (JAKARTA) A recent sighting of a Javan rhinoceros calf in an Indonesian national park has ignited optimism for the conservation efforts aimed at preserving one of the world’s… Read More
2024-04-07 07:08
7-4-2024 (BEIJING) Amidst escalating regional tensions, China conducted military “combat patrols” on Sunday in the disputed South China Sea, a move that comes on the same day as… Read More
2024-04-07 06:57
7-4-2024 (BANGKOK) The government has issued a cautionary advisory concerning the impending extreme heat expected in the upcoming days, urging citizens to refrain from prolonged outdoor act… Read More
2024-04-07 06:48
7-4-2024 (BANGKOK) In a move that could have far-reaching implications for Thailand’s political landscape, the opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) has deferred electing new executives… Read More
2024-04-07 06:32
7-4-2024 (BANGKOK) Phuket-born beauty Malin “Lin” Charanan clinched the title of Miss Grand Thailand 2024 at the Bravo BKK shopping mall in Bangkok on Saturday. The Thai-Singapo… Read More
2024-03-29 06:02
29-3-2024 (BANGKOK) The organisers of Tomorrowland, a renowned electronic dance music (EDM) festival, have refuted a government statement suggesting the event’s arrival in Thailand, c… Read More
2024-03-29 05:57
29-3-2024 (MANILA) The Philippines has firmly stated that it will not be intimidated or coerced into submission regarding the escalating tensions in the South China Sea. In a defiant statem… Read More
2024-03-29 05:44
29-3-2024 (BANGKOK) In a late-night altercation on Thursday, March 28th, authorities in Pattaya detained a Thai man for erratic behaviour and attempting to stab a municipality officer.
The… Read More
2024-03-29 04:40
29-3-2024 (SINGAPORE) In the early hours of March 28, a devastating fire erupted at a recycling and waste management facility located in Kranji, Singapore.
The Singapore Civil Defence Force… Read More
2024-03-29 04:36
29-3-2024 (JAKARTA) Tensions escalated in Indonesia’s political arena as the legal team representing president-elect Prabowo Subianto vehemently defended the integrity of last month&r&helli…Read More
2024-03-29 04:14
29-3-2024 (HONG KONG) Singer-actress Irene Wan recently shared photos from a celebration that nearly turned disastrous, but not in the way one might expect.
On Sunday (March 24), the 57-yea… Read More
2024-03-29 04:05
29-3-2024 (HANOI) Vietnam’s economic engine continues to rev up as government data released on Friday revealed a robust growth of 5.66% in gross domestic product (GDP) compared to the… Read More
2024-03-29 03:58
29-3-2024 (MANILA) In a powerful display of faith and reverence, a Filipino villager is preparing to be nailed to a wooden cross for the 35th time, reenacting the suffering of Jesus Christ… Read More
2024-03-29 03:43
29-3-2024 (TOKYO) In a sobering development, Japanese health authorities have sounded the alarm over a concerning surge in potentially life-threatening strep throat infections across the co… Read More
2024-03-29 03:31
29-3-2024 (SAN FRANCSICO) Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI based in California announced on Thursday its plans to introduce an upgraded version of its chatbot Grok.
The… Read More
2024-03-22 10:28
22-3-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) Malaysia announced on Friday (Mar 22) its decision to decline hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to financial considerations, dealing a blow to the event perce… Read More
2024-03-22 10:18
22-3-2024 (JAKARTA) A powerful offshore earthquake, registering a magnitude of 6.4, struck near the Indonesian island of Java on Friday, sending tremors across the region and forcing reside… Read More
2024-03-22 10:14
22-3-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) McDonald’s Malaysia has withdrawn its legal action against Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) Malaysia after the movement acknowledged the operator in Ma… Read More
2024-03-22 10:12
22-3-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) Four years ago, university student Veveonah Mosibin captured attention with her “treetop Internet” YouTube video, shedding light on the connectivity cha… Read More
2024-03-22 09:59
22-3-2024 (MANILA) The Philippine Coast Guard has accused a Chinese vessel of engaging in “dangerous maneuvers” to impede Filipino scientists from reaching a reef within the Spr… Read More
2024-03-22 09:44
22-3-2024 (SINGAPORE) The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) reaffirmed Singapore’s status as an “attractive destination” for leisure and business travellers from China, in res… Read More
2024-03-22 09:21
22-3-2024 (BANGKOK) Suspected insurgents carried out arson attacks across the three southernmost border provinces of Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat overnight, as confirmed by the police on F… Read More
2024-03-22 08:59
22-3-2024 (YANGON) The Myanmar military junta has embarked on a nationwide conscription campaign, issuing summons letters to eligible civilians across the country. This initiative, rooted i… Read More
2024-03-22 08:27
22-3-2024 (TOKYO) US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell, Japanese Vice Foreign Minister Okano Masataka, and Philippine Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro convened in Tok… Read More
2024-03-22 02:26
22-3-2024 (MANILA) Expelled Negros Oriental Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr. was arrested in Timor-Leste on Thursday, announced the Department of Justice (DOJ).
Accordin… Read More
2024-03-16 06:26
16-3-2024 (JAKARTA) A tragic incident occurred as a member of Basarnas lost his life while attempting to rescue an individual contemplating suicide from the top of the BTS tower in Jayapura… Read More
2024-03-16 05:54
16-3-2024 (JAKARTA) The Indonesian coast guard announced on March 15th that a Taiwanese national, missing for several days following a passenger boat capsizing near Indonesia’s capita… Read More
2024-03-16 05:38
16-3-2024 (SEOUL) A consortium of senior doctors in South Korea announced on Saturday, March 16th, their intention to tender resignations starting March 25th, in solidarity with junior medi… Read More
2024-03-16 05:27
16-3-2024 (CHIANG MAI) In an extraordinary meeting, Srettha Thavisin, Thaksin Shinawatra, and Somchai Wongsawat came together last night for a dinner in Chiang Mai. The trio, led by current… Read More
2024-03-16 05:25
16-3-2024 (NEW YORK) McDonald’s, the renowned American fast-food chain, issued an apology after experiencing technical difficulties that disrupted customer orders across parts of Asia… Read More
2024-03-16 05:16
16-3-2024 (BANGKOK) A distressing case has come to light as a Thai mother sought help from the Investigation Division of the Metropolitan Police Bureau (IDMB) after her 18-year-old daughter… Read More
2024-03-16 05:12
16-3-2024 (HONG KONG) A significant verdict was handed down by a Hong Kong court on Saturday, March 16th, as 12 individuals were sentenced to jail terms ranging up to almost seven years in… Read More
2024-03-16 05:03
16-3-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) A significant breakthrough has been made in the fight against drug trafficking as two Thai couples have been apprehended by authorities in Selangor. The Selangor po… Read More
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