BANGKOK: Thailand’s long-awaited high-speed rail link to China, passing through Laos, is now expected to commence operations in 2030—almost ten years later than initially planned, the Thai government confirmed on Wednesday (Jan 29). The 609-km (378-mile) Thai section of the railway, which connects the capital Bangkok to Nong Khai at the Laos border, has made […]
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TOKYO, Jan 27 — In a bold move to create a more welcoming environment for international visitors, Osaka has officially implemented a citywide smoking ban on public streets ahead of Expo 2025. This initiative reflects the city’s commitment to ensuring a cleaner, safer, and more visitor-friendly experience during the world-renowned event. With around 160 countries […]
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Southeast Asia continues to grapple with alarming air pollution levels, with several cities ranking among the world’s most polluted, according to air-monitoring organization IQAir. As of Friday, Ho Chi Minh City held the unenviable title of the world’s second-most polluted city, followed by Phnom Penh in third and Bangkok in fifth place. In Bangkok, a […]
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BENGALURU, India: Within just five hours, retired professor Kamta Prasad Singh lost his life savings to cybercriminals posing as police officers. Sitting at home, the 62-year-old became the victim of a rising cybercrime trend in India, known as the “digital arrest” scam. This sophisticated fraud sees scammers impersonate law enforcement officials, coercing victims into transferring […]
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HONG KONG: In a move signaling Beijing’s intent to bolster diplomatic engagement with Washington, China’s Vice President Han Zheng will attend the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump on January 20. The announcement, made on Friday by Chinese state media, reflects China’s readiness to foster constructive dialogue with the incoming US administration. According to China’s […]
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