Myanmar’s Election Is Derided as Fake, but the Nation’s Suffering Is All Too Real

A coup set off a brutal civil war and made a poor country poorer. Now its military rulers are seeking a veneer of legitimacy ...

Myanmar will hold its first general election in 5 years as criticism of the military rule mounts

Myanmar will hold the first phase of a general election on Sunday, its first vote in five years and an election framed by the ruling military as a return to multi-party democracy.
The National

My 12-year-old son enjoyed 'best day of his life' on family trip to Thailand

Outstanding scuba diving, white beaches, sublime hotels and fascinating visits to capital and islands made holiday feel like ...
The Thaiger

Tourism News

Stay updated on Thailand's tourism news: travel trends, destinations, visa policies, and hospitality insights, including travel restrictions.

I've visited more than 40 countries, but there's only one city I'd choose to live in every time

As a frequent traveler, I've been to many countries, but the one city I'd pick to live in is Chiang Mai, Thailand. It feels ...
CNA Lifestyle

Netizen Says Chen Hanwei's Recent IG Post Looks Like Mala Xiang Guo

Over the weekend, Chen Hanwei took to Instagram to post this swimming pool snap. And well, there’s quite a bit to talk about, ...
The Financial Times

The Coral Gardeners guide to Koh Mak and Koh Kood

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. I’ve been dreaming about creating an impact beyond the Pacific Ocean ever since I dropped out of school to ...
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Jimi Blue Ochsenknecht: This was his turbulent reality TV year

Jimi Blue Ochsenknecht, who turns 34 on December 27, has had a remarkable year. In 2025, the celebrity son oscillated between negative headlines about his legal troubles and appearances on German ...
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Best Things To Do in Ko Samui Thailand 2025 4K

KOH SAMUI: Are you considering a visit to Ko Samui Thailand? In this Koh Samui travel guide we show you 20 things to see and do in Ko Samui. In this Samui travel vlog we go to a full moon party, Koh ...
Bangkok Post

Small earthquake felt on Koh Samui

SURAT THANI - A small tremor shook the southern tourist island of Koh Samui early Thursday morning, with people reporting loud noises and feeling vibrations. The Earthquake Observation Division of the ...
The New York Times

The Thai Island Escape That’s an Antidote to ‘White Lotus’ Frenzy

While crowds flock to Koh Samui with its five-star resorts and thong-thronged beaches, Koh Lan, within two hours of Bangkok, offers an alternative. While crowds flock to Koh Samui with its five-star ...
CNN

Malaysian court rules police and government responsible for pastor and activist abduction

The wives of a missing Malaysian Christian pastor and a Muslim activist, both abducted years ago in cases that drew international concern, won a landmark lawsuit after a court ruled the government and ...