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Myanmar Earthquake: Casualties Increase, Rescue Efforts Continue

Days after the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, the epicenter and hardest-hit areas continue to face widespread destruction and a rising death toll. The earthquake, which also sent tremors across neighboring countries, including Thailand, Laos, and China, has claimed over 3,000 lives as of now. As of 4 April, the Bangkok...

China Urges Firms to Follow Laws After Bangkok Building Collapse

AFP - China's embassy in Bangkok called on Chinese companies operating abroad to comply...

Myanmar Junta Declares Ceasefire as Quake Survivors Plead for Aid

AFP - On 2 April, Myanmar's junta announced a temporary ceasefire as the death...

Myanmar Earthquake Aftershocks Continue as Death Toll Approaches 3,000

As of 2 April, Myanmar and Thailand have recorded 264 aftershocks following the powerful...

Laos Deploys Troops to Assist Myanmar in Earthquake Relief Efforts

On 31 March, the Lao People's Army dispatched a team of 33 personnel to...

Love Wins in Thailand: Country Celebrates First Day of Equal Marriage

Laotian Times/AFP - On 23 January, Thailand marked a historic milestone as its same-sex marriage law officially came into effect, with the LGBTQ+ community...

Thai Cabinet Approves Controversial Casino Bill

Bangkok, THA/AFP - Thailand's cabinet approved a controversial bill on Monday to legalize gambling in designated "entertainment complexes" to boost tourism and create jobs. The...

Covid-Like Virus Rises in China, Experts Say Not to Worry

In December 2024, China saw a rise in respiratory infections, particularly among children under 14, due to human metapneumovirus (HMPV), according to CBS News....

Top TikTok Trends from Southeast Asia in 2024

This year, TikTok exploded across the internet like never before. As 2024 comes to a close, the social media world is also bidding farewell...

Controversial Love Charm Service Goes Viral in Singapore

A Singaporean company is offering a unique 'love ritual' service that promises to bring back lost lovers, drawing both fascination and skepticism online. The service,...

Lao Teams Shine at Jaifa King’s Cup with U8 Championship Win

The Lao youth football team, with three groups of players from the WIG NAGA club, competed in the 2024 Jaifa King’s Cup in Lopburi,...