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South Korea gives Trump golden crown
Published on 29/10/2025
» SEOUL - South Korea welcomed US President Donald Trump on Wednesday with a replica gold crown and awarded him the “Grand Order of Mugunghwa”, the country’s highest decoration, the presidential office said.
Police raid illegal Spanish-run hostel on Koh Phangan
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 29/10/2025
» Tourist police on Koh Phangan have arrested nine people after raiding a hostel allegedly operated illegally by foreign nationals. The operation followed complaints that the venue was disturbing local residents and catering exclusively to Spanish tourists.
Record Vietnam rains kill nine, forcing thousands to evacuate
Bloomberg News, Published on 29/10/2025
» HANOI — Widespread flooding across central Vietnam has killed nine people and damaged more than 100,000 homes in the tourist hubs of Hue and Da Nang, as the Southeast Asian nation endures another bout of extreme weather.
At least 18 suspects killed in Rio anti-drug raid: governor
AFP, Published on 29/10/2025
» RIO DE JANEIRO (BRAZIL) - At least 18 suspects and some police officers were killed Tuesday during a massive anti-drug raid in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian authorities said, as prolonged gun battles erupted and demolition vehicles destroyed street barricades.
Hong Kong Ignites Excitement for China’s National Games
Published on 29/10/2025
» With just days to go before the start of the 15th National Games (NG), excitement is building among the co-host jurisdictions of Hong Kong, Guangdong, and Macao in anticipation of this monumental milestone for China’s Greater Bay Area. It will be the first time for the Games, the country’s highest-level and largest national multisport event, to span multiple hosting locations, with the Special Administrative Regions of Hong Kong and Macao staging events on home soil in an unprecedented joint venture.
Two Chinese caught selling crystal meth in Pattaya
Amporn Sangkaew, Published on 28/10/2025
» PATTAYA - Two Chinese men were arrested early Tuesday morning for possession of crystal methamphetamine, smuggled vapes and cigarettes for alleged sale at parties.
Thailand foreign tourist arrivals down 7.25%
Reuters, Published on 28/10/2025
» Thailand's foreign tourist arrivals from Jan 1 to Oct 26 fell 7.25% from the same period a year earlier, the Tourism and Sports Ministry reported on Tuesday.
Eased alcohol rules 'could strain healthcare'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 28/10/2025
» The Centre for Alcohol Studies (CAS) has voiced concerns that the government's proposals to lift zoning restrictions on alcohol sales and extend the opening hours of nightlife venues nationwide to 4am could strain the country's public health system.
US visitors to Thailand likely to increase this year
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/10/2025
» Thailand expects nearly 1.2 million tourists from the US next year, continuing a record-breaking trend for the market, which has been boosted by more flights including the return of United Airlines to Bangkok after an 11-year absence.
Keep an eye on mining
Oped, Editorial, Published on 28/10/2025
» At the Asean summit in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, the Thai government signed an MoU with the US government to collaborate on the development of rare-earth materials.