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The government has promised a speedy investigation into the iCon Group fraud case, with the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) set to take over the case as a special investigation. Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham...

Anti-immigration and anti-racism groups gathered in London for rival protests over the weekend, raising concerns about potential clashes. The "Unite the Kingdom" march organized by anti-immigrant activist Tommy Robinson drew thousands of supporters carrying...

Voters in Japan have the power to bring an end to the Liberal Democratic Party's long-standing dominance in an upcoming general election. The ruling party, led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, has been in...

A recent government survey revealed that a majority of people, over 85%, are worried about the increase in foreign tourists visiting Japanese national parks and the potential for bad behavior and rule-breaking. The survey,...

Thailand is known for its popular Shine Muscat grapes, but recent findings from the Thai Pesticide Alert Network (Thai-PAN) have raised concerns about chemical contamination in these fruits. The organization, along with the Thailand...

India and China have made significant progress in easing tensions along the disputed Himalayan frontier by starting to withdraw troops from their final two face-to-face positions. This move comes after a four-year military standoff,...

Hong Kong is taking action to ban a dangerous new drug called "space oil" in 2023. The drug, often sold in e-cigarette capsules, contains a harmful anaesthetic called etomidate. This substance can cause both...

Elon Musk recently made headlines for giving approximately $44 million to his pro-Donald Trump spending group in the first half of October. This information was revealed in a federal filing by Musk's America PAC...

Pope Francis, in his latest encyclical letter, has called on the world's 1.4 billion Catholics to move away from the relentless pursuit of wealth and focus more on their faith. The letter, titled "Dilexit...

The United Nations recently issued a report warning that if more serious action is not taken to cut emissions, the global climate could warm by 3.1 degrees Celsius. This is more than twice the...

A leopard was recently seen in Kaeng Krachan National Park in Phetchaburi province, showcasing a rare sighting of this majestic big cat. The park staff witnessed the leopard walking and resting in the middle...

Foreign investors are selling off Thai government bonds due to increasing political risks and the Bank of Thailand's indication that there will be no more interest rate cuts. In October alone, over US$850 million...

A group of victims who fell prey to a condominium fraud case in Chiang Mai back in 2022 are seeking justice after a two-year stall in the legal proceedings. The victims have turned to...

The United Nations refugee agency has made an urgent plea to Indonesia to allow approximately 150 Rohingya refugees who have been stranded off the coast of Aceh province for nearly a week to come...

On Wednesday, Nasiruddin Mohd Ali, the CEO of Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISB), along with 21 others, faced charges related to organized crime in Malaysia. This came after authorities initiated a thorough...

China and Russia are focusing on strengthening their cooperation to establish a fair world order during a time of chaos. This was emphasized during the recent meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian...

Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira recently addressed concerns over a potential credit downgrade for Thailand, emphasizing the country's strong potential for economic growth. As he arrived at Government House, he expressed optimism that Thailand would...

China has long maintained influence among armed ethnic groups in Myanmar while supporting military leaders. However, a recent attack on its consulate in Mandalay has strained relations between the two countries. China has demanded...

Chinese K-pop fans are finding a new haven in Hong Kong as they seek to escape the ban on South Korean cultural content imposed by Beijing. With tensions between China and South Korea on...

The Finance Ministry and the Social Development and Human Security Ministry are working together to upgrade the government's welfare database to ensure transparency and reduce fraudulent applications. Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat highlighted the...

Police and forestry officials in Chiang Rai have started investigating the Cherntawan International Meditation Centre in Muang district due to concerns about possible encroachment on protected land. The centre, led by Phra Maha Vudhijaya...

Cambodia is looking to increase its clean power imports from neighboring countries like Laos, Vietnam, and Thailand to boost its energy sector significantly. The country's energy minister, Keo Rottanak, revealed plans to import over...

Bitcoin's price almost hit $70,000 on Monday due to significant inflows into exchange-traded funds for the digital asset and positive sentiment regarding US regulations. The cryptocurrency saw a 1% increase before settling at $69,005...

Israeli Military Strikes Hezbollah's Financial Arm in LebanonIn a recent development, Israel has announced its intention to conduct targeted strikes on sites belonging to Hezbollah's financial arm in Lebanon. The Israeli military spokesperson, Daniel...

Pinit Jarusombat, the former Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand and President of the Thai-Chinese Cultural Relationship Council, has been appointed as a Vice President of the International Confucian Association (ICA) Council during the 7th...

A deadly airstrike in northern Gaza has caused devastation and claimed the lives of 87 people, according to the Palestinian health ministry. The attack, which took place in the town of Beit Lahiya, resulted...

Persistent Flooding in 5 Thai Provinces: Updates and SolutionsOfficials were seen guiding motorists through the flooded Phetkasem Highway in Muang district of Nakhon Pathom on a Sunday morning. The Department of Disaster Prevention and...

The Anti-Money Laundering Office (Amlo) is currently investigating the money trail of approximately 241 million USDT, a form of cryptocurrency, valued at over 8 billion baht, believed to be connected with the fraudulent activities...

Chinese companies expanding into Southeast Asia should be cautious about flooding the market with similar products and services, according to a senior executive from the Bank of China. Lin Jingzhen highlighted the pressure that...

A chemical leak led to the evacuation of hundreds of people in Prachin Buri's Sri Maha Pho district after an explosion at the HSMT New Material Technology (Thailand) Co factory. Nearly 200 locals, including...