Category: General

Cyclone Ditwah Brings Worst Flooding in Decades to Sri Lanka, Killing Hundreds

Colombo: Sri Lanka is facing one of its worst flood disasters in two decades, with nearly one million people affected and more than 400 reported dead or missing after Cyclone Ditwah unleashed catastrophic flooding and landslides across the island. According to United Nations, 998,918 people across all 25 districts have

Monsoon Floods and Landslides Leave More Than 600 Dead in Southeast Asia

Jakarta: Indonesian and Thai authorities raced on Sunday to clear debris and find hundreds of missing people as the death toll from devastating floods and landslides across Southeast Asia topped 600. Heavy monsoon rain overwhelmed swaths of Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia this week, leaving thousands of people stranded without shelter

Floods and Landslides Cause Devastation in Indonesias North Sumatra

Acra: At least 34 individuals have lost their lives and 52 remain missing following severe floods and landslides that have ravaged Indonesias North Sumatra province. This catastrophic event unfolded after several days of persistent torrential rain, as reported by authorities on Thursday. According to Ghana News Agency, provincial police spokesperson

Amputee Footballers Reclaim Hope Amid Gaza’s Ruins

Gaza: Today, amid a fragile ceasefire and the devastation of her homeland, she stands on the football pitch not only as a player but as a symbol of resilience and hope. To Farah, football is more than just a game; it is a fresh beginning, a way to reclaim her

Over 10,000 Businesses Join Upskill-Reskill Initiative to Embrace Digital Economy

Bangkok: Strong momentum is evident as more than 10,000 businesses are actively engaging in efforts to strengthen their upskill and reskill programs, aiming to thrive in the evolving digital economy. According to Thai News Agency, an initiative called “Half-Half Plus” is part of the government’s strategy to boost competitiveness among

Mourners Gather to Pay Respects to Queen Sirikit’s Royal Remains

Bangkok: People continue to pay their respects to the royal corpse. Representatives from various agencies and the general public continuously paid their respects to the Royal Remains of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother. According to Thai News Agency, this morning, at Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall in the

Criminal Court Extends Appeal Period in Thaksin L¨se-Majest© Case

Bangkok: The Criminal Court has approved a request from the prosecutor to extend the appeal period by another 30 days in the high-profile l¨se-majest© case involving former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. The case, which has drawn significant attention, concerns charges of defamation of the monarchy under Section 112 of the

Employment Decline in Q3 2025 Highlights Economic Challenges

Bangkok: The National Statistical Office reported a decline in the number of people employed in the third quarter of 2025, reflecting a continued economic slowdown. Employment is being reduced, and technology is being used, with the private sector slowing down investment. It recommends developing skills and promoting the industrial sector