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New breed of video sites thrive on misinformation and hate
Published on 22/08/2022
» A day after a mass shooting in Buffalo, New York last May, the video-sharing website BitChute was amplifying a far-right conspiracy theory that the massacre was a so-called false flag operation, meant to discredit gun-loving Americans.
Japan premium melons go for $24,800 after virus slump
AFP, Published on 24/05/2021
» TOKYO: In what might be the unlikeliest indicator of a post-pandemic recovery, a pair of premium Japanese melons have sold for $24,800 at auction, over 22 times more than last year's virus-hit price.
Melon-aires not required as Japan premium fruit prices plunge
AFP, Published on 25/05/2020
» TOKYO: A pair of premium Japanese melons sold Monday for just a slice of the five million yen (1.47 million baht) reached at auction last year, as the coronavirus bites hard.
Luang Prabang in big push for visitors
Business, Suchat Sritama, Published on 12/12/2017
» Laos plans to work with foreign countries, including Thailand, to transform its former capital Luang Prabang into a premium destination for international tourists.
Singapore Airlines shifts routes to budget arm Scoot
Reuters, Published on 25/07/2017
» SINGAPORE - Singapore Airlines Ltd's budget arm Scoot on Tuesday said it would take over two routes from sister carrier SilkAir as the parent company conducts a wide-ranging strategic review designed to cut its cost base.
Akaryn to launch in Vientiane
Business, Nanat Suchiva, Published on 02/11/2016
» Akaryn Hotel Group is getting a foothold in the Asean market with the official launch of its first overseas property in the Laotian capital of Vientiane, scheduled for late this year.
Japan travel firm cancels 'sexist' service
AFP, Published on 12/05/2016
» TOKYO — A Japanese travel agency has cancelled a service offering in-flight lectures from "beautiful" female university students after a barrage of online criticism accusing the firm of sexism.
Gaining altitude
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 25/04/2016
» At an altitude of 10 kilometres above the ground, you sit back and relax in a premium leather chair, take a sip from a gold-trimmed tea service, and swipe a smartphone app to adjust the window shades when it's time to sleep.
Cambodia calling
Asia focus, Umesh Pandey, Published on 14/09/2015
» As Thai companies start to see their sales tapering off amid slow domestic consumption, some are reaping the benefits of earlier decisions to enter markets where the risks at times have spooked other investors aware of their chequered history.
Scholars and dollars
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 04/05/2015
» Having a child is an investment in the future of the family, and education is one of the biggest investments in a child's future. There was a time when parents who wanted — and could afford — the best for their children had to send them abroad, but today in Asia, families can have the best of both worlds: an international education close to home.