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THAILAND

Barcodes on ballots could violate secret voting rules

Online Reporters, Published on 13/02/2026

» A heated debate has erupted online over barcodes and QR codes printed on election ballots, with voters questioning whether the codes could be used to trace who voted for whom, potentially violating constitutional guarantees of ballot secrecy.

BUSINESS

Vietnam, mainland China among top Lunar New Year destinations for Hong Kongers

Published on 13/02/2026

» South Korea, Japan, Vietnam and mainland China are emerging as popular Lunar New Year destinations for Hong Kongers this year, as residents take advantage of a calendar arrangement allowing them to enjoy nine consecutive days off by taking just two days of leave.

THAILAND

Economic issues top public priorities for new government

Online Reporters, Published on 13/02/2026

» Tackling economic problems topped the wish list of people for a new government to be formed by the Bhumjaithai Party, with measures to reduce the cost of living high on their expectations, according to a KPI poll on Friday.

WORLD

Japan seizes Chinese fishing boat, arrests skipper

Published on 13/02/2026

» TOKYO — Japanese authorities ​have seized a Chinese ‌fishing boat and arrested its captain for allegedly fleeing inspection in its exclusive economic zone, an incident that could further inflame ​tensions ⁠between Asia's top two economies.

SPORTS

Arsenal, Man City eye trophy haul, Macclesfield more FA Cup 'miracles'

AFP, Published on 13/02/2026

» MANCHESTER - Arsenal and Manchester City take a break from their battle at the top of the Premier League to try and remain on course for a quadruple this weekend as Wigan and Salford seek monumental FA Cup shocks.

LIFE

Dreaming of glory at Rio's carnival, far from elite parades

AFP, Published on 13/02/2026

» RIO DE JANEIRO - In a faded rehearsal hall in the gritty concrete sprawl of northern Rio de Janeiro, samba dancers and drummers fine-tune their rhythms for a grassroots carnival parade few tourists have heard of.

BUSINESS

Chinese target Thailand for New Year travel

Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/02/2026

» Thailand remains a top destination for Chinese travellers during the upcoming Lunar New Year, but tourism consultants said the country should still develop new attractions and experiences to compete with emerging markets.

WORLD

Less glamour, more content, says Wim Wenders of Berlin Film Fest

AFP, Published on 13/02/2026

» BERLIN - Berlin Film Festival jury president Wim Wenders said Thursday that this year's 76th edition of the festival would have "less glamour" but "more content" in its eclectic selection.

SPORTS

'Madness': Ukrainians furious over Olympian ban for memorial helmet

AFP, Published on 12/02/2026

» KYIV — Ukrainians were outraged Thursday by a decision from the International Olympic Committee to disqualify their skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych from the Winter Olympics over his helmet honouring killed athletes.

SPORTS

ONE Championship: Shadow survives hydration scare at Fight Night 40 weigh-ins as one athlete fails

Published on 12/02/2026

» Shadow Singha Mawynn endured an anxious few hours at the scales before finally securing his place in Saturday’s ONE Championship interim featherweight Muay Thai title fight.