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IWA and AIT Co-organise the 2025 Water and Development Congress & Exhibition
Published on 17/12/2025
» The International Water Association’s 2025 Water and Development Congress & Exhibition was successfully held in Bangkok, from 8 to 12 December, bringing together water professionals and other key actors, from researchers through to government officials, to advance solutions for low- and middle-income countries.
Inside the Philippines’ $2-billion flood-control scandal
Published on 17/12/2025
» Senator Francis Pangilinan leaned into his microphone and fired off numbers in pesos: 50 million? 10 million? 100 million? “You withdrew this in cash?”
Bank of Thailand cuts rates to support weak economy
Published on 17/12/2025
» The Bank of Thailand cut its key interest rate on Wednesday, as widely expected, as it looks to support a slowing economy grappling with multiple challenges including political uncertainty, a strengthening baht and US tariffs.
Thai troops begin operation to find soldiers killed in Surin border clash
Online Reporters, Published on 17/12/2025
» The Royal Thai Army launched an urgent mission on Tuesday to find two soldiers missing believed killed after an overnight clash with Cambodian troops along the forested border in Surin province.
Pattaya welcomes 2,600 cruise visitors
Online Reporters, Published on 17/12/2025
» Pattaya was bustling on Wednesday morning as it welcomed about 2,600 tourists and crew members arriving at Bali Hai Pier from a moored vista-class cruise ship.
High coffee prices are changing how consumers take their daily brew
Bloomberg News, Published on 17/12/2025
» LONDON — Global coffee prices rose to record highs this year, sending the cost of cappuccinos and lattes soaring. But a caffeine habit is hard to kick.
Over 100 evacuated after fire breaks out in Hong Kong flat
South China Morning Post, Published on 17/12/2025
» HONG KONG — Three people were injured and more than 100 others were evacuated after a fire believed to have been caused by burning incense broke out in a Hong Kong flat on Wednesday.
MEA Supports Coastal Protection with Mangroves
Published on 17/12/2025
» Efforts to strengthen coastal protection and restore vital ecosystems were highlighted through a mangrove planting and coastal erosion prevention initiative organised by the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) in Samut Prakan province. The activity combined the donation of decommissioned power poles with large-scale mangrove planting under “MEA’s Model,” reflecting the authority’s commitment to environmental sustainability and social responsibility.
Suu Kyi 'in good health', claims Myanmar junta
Reuters, Published on 17/12/2025
» NAY PYI TAW - Myanmar’s junta has said that detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi is “in good health,” a day after her son told Reuters he has received little information about the 80-year-old’s condition and fears she could die without him knowing.
Apple in talks with India to assemble, package iPhone components
Reuters, Published on 17/12/2025
» BENGALURU — Apple is in early discussions with Indian chipmakers to assemble and package components for the iPhone, the Economic Times (ET) reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.