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Bad joke about stricken Thai ship backfires on Iran
Online Reporters, Published on 13/03/2026
» The Iranian embassy in South Africa has removed a social‑media post about Thai seafarers rescued after their ship was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, saying it was meant as humour and not to offend Thai people, following angry backlash in Thailand.
Paris without filters: Chinese uncle’s photos go viral
Online Reporters, Published on 20/01/2026
» PARIS - A series of unfiltered photographs taken by an elderly tourist from Henan province in China has gone viral online, offering a starkly different — and unexpectedly refreshing — view of the French capital.
Tourist ends up at wrong Bangkok airport, saved by taxi driver
Online Reporters, Published on 12/12/2025
» A foreign tourist’s frantic dash across Bangkok has become an unexpected feel-good viral story, after he credited a Thai taxi driver with saving him from missing his flight in what he described as a “legendary” ride.
The Gleamers: How Asia’s play-focused consumers are reshaping commerce
Online Reporters, Published on 26/08/2025
» Asia is experiencing a unique demographic convergence. By 2050, the region will house one in four of the world’s seniors (over 60) as well as 60% of its young people. This generational mix is creating a powerful new consumer archetype that transcends age: “The Gleamers”.
Coldplay 'kiss cam' exposes office affair
Online Reporters, Published on 18/07/2025
» BOSTON - A seemingly innocent “kiss cam” moment at a Coldplay concert has spiralled into corporate controversy after a pair caught embracing on the big screen were later identified as senior executives from the same tech firm — both reportedly married to other people.
Giant floating balls in Hong Kong a bold message to men
Online Reporters, Published on 24/06/2025
» HONG KONG - A pair of giant inflatable testicles drifting across Victoria Harbour have caused a stir in Hong Kong, but they are there not for mischief, but for a mission.
Phrae police respond to late-night noise complaint, discover bullfrogs
Online Reporters, Published on 13/06/2025
» PHRAE — A late-night noise complaint in northern Thailand last night took an unexpected turn when police discovered that the disturbance was caused not by people, but by a chorus of frogs deep in the forest.
Student satirists deliver their annual kick
Online Reporters, Published on 09/02/2019
» Colourful floats took aim at politics, pollution and persecution at the annual Thammasat-Chula football match on Saturday afternoon at the National Stadium in Bangkok.