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BANGKOK, Dec. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Live Nation will take over operations of Impact Arena, one of Thailand’s most celebrated live entertainment venues, as it commits to upgrade the space and improve the concert experience for fans and artists. Working alongside Impact’s founding developer, Bangkok Land, Live Nation will introduce modern production infrastructure and enhanced hospitality. Upgrades include improved food and beverage options, premium seating experiences, and refreshed wayfinding, ticketing, and concessions. The venue will also feature curated design touches, from sophisticated exterior lighting to streamlined backstage amenities. These improvements will not only enhance the fan experience but also enable faster…

The dominant figures in Thailand’s general election will be, left to right, People’s Party leader Nattaphong Ruengpanyawut, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and jailed former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. (Source photos by Yuki Kohara, Ken Kobayashi and Suzu Takahashi) MARWAAN MACAN-MARKARDecember 13, 2025 14:19 JSTBANGKOK — As Thai political parties hit the campaign trail for the country’s newly called general election, an unprecedented reality awaits them: The polls that have to take place by early February are being held against the backdrop of a military conflict.

Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp for the latest stories and breaking news. Malaysia has set itself a 200-medal target at the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Thailand, which is taking place from 9 to 20 December The Malaysian contingent is scheduled to compete in all 50 sports at the 2025 SEA Games, fielding a total of 1,142 athletes.At the previous edition in Phnom Penh in 2023, Malaysia finished seventh overall after winning 34 gold, 45 silver, and 97 bronze medals from a 676-strong team. This time, expectations are higher.According to Bernama, National Sports Council director-general Jefri Ngadirin said a top-five finish…

Fighting along the Thailand-Cambodia border has continued, even after US President Donald Trump said he helped broker a ceasefire between the two countries. Cambodia Accuses Thailand of Ongoing Attacks Cambodia said on Saturday that Thai forces were still attacking disputed border areas. The Cambodian Ministry of Information claimed Thai troops were dropping bombs and using fighter jets. It said the attacks had not stopped. The Cambodian Ministry of Defence said that on December 13, Thai forces used two F-16 fighter jets to drop seven bombs on several targets. The ministry said bombing and ground attacks continued on villages and settlements…

Canada has updated its travel advisory for Thailand, warning tourists of serious security risks in the region. On Wednesday, Dec. 10, the Government of Canada updated its Thailand travel advisory, citing safety and security risks due to tensions along the Thailand-Cambodia border. “Armed conflict resumed along the Thailand-Cambodia border on Dec. 7, 2025,” reads the statement. “Stemming from a longstanding border dispute, the conflict has expanded and intensified since Dec. 9.” Travellers are warned that the security situation remains “volatile and unpredictable” and that there have been military and civilian casualties. As a result of the increased conflict, Thai authorities…

BANGKOK: The escalating border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia in 2025 has transcended a mere territorial dispute, morphing into a full-scale “economic, political and geopolitical war”.The clashes have inflicted profound and deepening economic wounds on both nations, with the indefinite halt of cross-border trade and the dark prognosis for a multi-trillion-baht energy project threatening regional stability.The conflict’s immediate consequence was the paralysis of trade at the vital Klong Luek-Poipet crossing, generating immense economic damage and disrupting established regional supply chains.The crisis has simultaneously resulted in a severe shortage of Cambodian labour in Thailand and a catastrophic collapse of the border…

BANGKOK, THAILAND – November 28, 2025 – PRESSADVANTAGE – Marry Thailand has introduced a comprehensive wedding planning and legal services platform designed specifically to help international couples navigate the complex marriage requirements and cultural considerations when planning weddings in Thailand. The integrated service combines traditional wedding planning expertise with specialized legal support through parent company Siam Legal International, creating a unified solution for couples planning weddings in Thailand. This expanded support reflects the growing demand from foreign and Thai couples seeking to marry in Thailand, who require both ceremony coordination and legally compliant documentation. The platform represents a significant development…

A ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia appeared to hold Tuesday as tensions lingered despite a truce agreement to end deadly border clashes following economic pressure from the U.S. The ceasefire that was reached in Malaysia was supposed to take effect at midnight, but was quickly tested. The Thai army accused Cambodia of launching attacks in multiple areas early Tuesday but Cambodia said there was no firing in any location.The Thai army later said fighting has stopped after military commanders along the border from both sides met. They agreed to halt troop movements, avoid escalation and establish coordination teams ahead of…

The Thai government plans to revise its rules on subsidy payments to battery electric vehicle (BEV) manufacturers in response to the recent problems faced by the local subsidiary of China’s Hozon New Energy Automobile Company and its Neta Auto brand, according to local reports. Hozon is struggling to stay afloat and is facing a bankruptcy review in China. The automaker, which has been cutting costs as its global sales continue to decline, hopes to raise cash in a forthcoming Series-E fundraising round to help improve cashflow. Hozon’s Thai subsidiary, Neta Auto Thailand, has missed its local production commitments which qualified…

BANGKOK: The Young Lions crashed out in the group stage of the SEA Games for the sixth consecutive time on Thursday (Dec 11) after a 0-3 loss to Thailand at the Rajamangala Stadium.Needing to beat the hosts by a wide margin to stand any chance of qualifying, Singapore came undone after a Yotsakorn Burapha double and a Siraphop Wandee strike.This means the team finished bottom of Group A behind Thailand and Timor-Leste, with one goal scored and six conceded.The Young Lions last qualified for the semi-finals in 2013. And they had it all to do on Thursday after a 1-3…