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The death toll from devastating floods and landslides in Southeast Asia climbed past 370 on Saturday as clean-up and search and rescue operations got underway in Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. Heavy monsoon rain overwhelmed swathes of the three countries this week, killing hundreds and leaving thousands stranded, many on rooftops awaiting rescue.Rescuers in Indonesia were struggling to reach the worst-affected areas of Sumatra island, where more than 100 people were still missing. Flooding and landslides in Indonesia have killed more than 200 people, according to figures from the disaster authorities. “Sixty-one fatalities have been recorded, and 90 are still being searched…

BANGKOK (AP) — Thaksin Shinawatra, the billionaire former prime minister of Thailand, remains one of the country’s most influential and controversial figures nearly two decades after being ousted in a 2006 military coup. His political journey, marked by unprecedented popularity, a dramatic fall from power, years in self-imposed exile and a high-profile return, continues to shape Thailand’s political landscape. His dramatic path took another turn on Friday, defying expectations when a court that has historically leaned against him and his political machine acquitted him of royal defamation, an offense that could have sent him to prison for up to 15…

Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMNAuthor of the article:Published Jun 13, 2025  •  3 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.FILE – In this photo released by the Thai Royal Thai Army, Cambodian Chief of Army Mao Sophan, left, meets with Thailand Chief of Army Gen. Pana Claewplodtook, right, at a border checkpoint in Surin province, Thailand, May 29, 2025. (Thai Royal Thai Army via AP, file) APArticle contentBy Sopheng CheangAdvertisement 2This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read…

Thailand hired former New Zealand and Colorado Rapids manager Anthony Hudson as coach of its men’s soccer team Wednesday, a day after dismissing Japanese tactician Masatada Ishii. Hudson, who also was interim coach of the U.S. men’s soccer team for four months in 2023, has served as the director of technical development of Thailand’s soccer association since last year. “At this crucial time, we need someone who understands Thai football thoroughly,” association president Nualphan Lamsam said in a statement. “Anthony Hudson has worked with the association at every level and has extensive international experience.” The 44-year-old Hudson coached New Zealand from 2014-17.…

Last Updated:November 30, 2025, 14:30 ISTAfter revoking the rule on a 6-month trial period, from December, bars and restaurants can sell alcohol in the afternoon, while companies can play their advertising freely.In Thailand, the restriction on drinking in the afternoon attracted strong resistance from people.After facing strong pushback from its tourism and hospitality sectors, Thailand has lifted the ban on afternoon drinking hours. This move will delight travellers heading to the popular destination over the upcoming winter break, as authorities have revoked the restrictions that previously received a lukewarm response.Earlier this year, the Thai government amended the Alcoholic Beverage Control…

Thai family firms face multiple challenges despite strategic shifts to the digital era, while AI adoption remains below the global averagePwC Thailand reveals in its latest survey that Thai family businesses are under pressure from economic and geopolitical volatility, with only 22% of executives reporting double-digit sales growthdown from 30% two years prior. Meanwhile, 28% reported a drop in sales, doubling from 14% in 2023. This reflects the challenges of adapting to the digital era and implementing artificial intelligence (AI), which remains at a low level, as well as insufficient preparedness for transformative innovationfactors that could constrain future growth potential.…

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Saturday outlined recovery and compensation plans for the southern part of the country, where severe flooding has killed at least 162 people.More than 1.4 million households and 3.8 million people have been affected by floods triggered by heavy rains in 12 southern provinces, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation said Saturday.Government spokesperson Siripong Angkasakulkiat said in a news conference in Bangkok that 162 deaths have been confirmed in eight provinces, particularly in Songkhla province which recorded at least 126 deaths.The scale of the flooding and the high number of casualties have sparked widespread…

Foreign travellers receive guidance from immigration officers as Thailand implements temporary overstay exemptions due to severe flooding in southern provinces. BANGKOK, Thailand – Immigration and Traveller Support Measures Amid Southern Thailand Flooding The Immigration Bureau has announced an overstay fine exemption for foreign nationals who are unable to depart due to flooding in eight southern provinces: Songkhla, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Trang, Satun, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat. The exemption applies to travellers whose permitted stay expires between 20 November and 31 December 2025, and who are unable to leave the country due to impassable routes or transport disruptions. This is…

The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Thailand, Thammasat University, Thai PBS, and CoFact Thailand have officially launched the “Fact-Check Thailand 2026: Empowering Society Against Disin …

Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by text-to-speech, a technology based on artificial intelligence.The leaders of Cambodia and Thailand agreed to ceasefire on Monday, effective at midnight, after five days of fierce fighting that has displaced more than 300,000 people and marked their deadliest conflict in more than a decade. After days of efforts by Malaysia, chair of the ASEAN regional bloc, the United States and China to bring both sides to the table, the two countries’ leaders agreed to end hostilities, resume direct communications and create a mechanism to implement the truce. At least 36 people have been killed in…