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Thailand bans weddings, commercial photo shoots at Bangkok's royal temple

Thailand bans weddings, commercial photo shoots at Bangkok's royal temple

Wat Rajabopit, a royal temple in Bangkok, has announced a ban on wedding ceremonies, photography, videography, and all commercial activities on its premises.
Malaysia reports new mpox case of less severe variant

Malaysia reports new mpox case of less severe variant

Malaysia's health ministry reported on Tuesday one new case of the mpox virus infection of the clade 2 variety, a less severe variant of the disease, and said the patient had been isolated and was in a stable condition.
September 16, 2024 | 09:56 pm PT
Myanmar flooding death toll jumps to 226

Myanmar flooding death toll jumps to 226

The death toll from massive flooding in Myanmar in the wake of typhoon Yagi has doubled to 226, as the United Nations warned as many as 630,000 people could be in need of help.
September 16, 2024 | 06:30 pm PT
Thailand-Laos bus service to resume

Thailand-Laos bus service to resume

Thailand's state-run Transport Co. plans to resume bus services from the northeastern provinces of Udon Thani and Nong Khai to the Lao town of Vang Vieng in November.
September 11, 2024 | 02:58 pm PT
Singapore reports fewer arrests of Chinese visitors since visa waiver

Singapore reports fewer arrests of Chinese visitors since visa waiver

Singapore has not seen a rise in the number of Chinese visitors arrested since the implementation of visa-free travel between the two countries in early February, a government official reported.
September 11, 2024 | 01:27 am PT
Thai tourism sector urged to brace for the worst

Thai tourism sector urged to brace for the worst

Tourism operators have warned Minister of Tourism Sorawong Thienthong to brace for a global economic downturn and fiercer competition next year, urging the government to start planning for the worst-case scenario from this year.
September 10, 2024 | 06:27 pm PT
Singapore refuses higher percentage of travelers since launching automated immigration lanes

Singapore refuses higher percentage of travelers since launching automated immigration lanes

Singapore has reported a rise in the percentage of travelers refused entry into the city-state since the introduction of automated immigration lanes at Changi Airport in May.
September 9, 2024 | 04:14 pm PT
Two Indian tourists arrested for stealing $150 camera battery in Thailand

Two Indian tourists arrested for stealing $150 camera battery in Thailand

Police in Pattaya have detained two Indian tourists for allegedly stealing a camera battery worth 5,000 baht (US$148) from a fellow countryman on the first day of their trip to Thailand.
September 6, 2024 | 10:57 pm PT
Quiz: Which is the most competitive economy in Southeast Asia?

Quiz: Which is the most competitive economy in Southeast Asia?

The country distinguished itself in the 2024 World Competitiveness Ranking, excelling in business efficiency, labor market conditions, management practices, attitudes and values, and technological infrastructure.
September 3, 2024 | 03:06 pm PT
10 most loved tourist attractions in Thailand

10 most loved tourist attractions in Thailand

Thailand, renowned for its welcoming visa and rich cultural diversity, has attracted the highest number of foreign tourists in Southeast Asia this year. Here is a list of the 10 most loved tourist attractions in the kingdom, as voted by Tripadvisor readers.
September 2, 2024 | 06:00 pm PT
Vietnam a top choice for Indian budget travelers: Times of India

Vietnam a top choice for Indian budget travelers: Times of India

Vietnam, along with Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand, are the most affordable destinations in Southeast Asia for Indian travelers, reported the Times of India.
September 2, 2024 | 04:39 pm PT
Thailand's youngest premier finalizes Cabinet, expects to seek royal approval this week

Thailand's youngest premier finalizes Cabinet, expects to seek royal approval this week

Thailand's new Cabinet has been selected and the line-up should be submitted for royal endorsement within this week, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Sept. 2.
September 2, 2024 | 04:37 pm PT
Southeast Asia's largest economy to reform tourism on Bali

Southeast Asia's largest economy to reform tourism on Bali

Indonesia, Southeast Asia's largest economy, will conduct an audit to reform tourism on the tropical island of Bali to improve tourism quality and preserve local culture and jobs, a senior minister said on Aug. 30.
September 2, 2024 | 04:28 pm PT
Quiz: Which Asian city is world's best for digital nomads?

Quiz: Which Asian city is world's best for digital nomads?

This 400-year-old Asian city, famous for iconic yellow walls, slow pace of life and low cost of living, was voted as the best city in the world for digital nomads in 2024 by online publication Freaking Nomads.
September 1, 2024 | 04:00 pm PT
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