Category: General

Planet Announces Speakers for On The Road Event in Bali

Bali: PL, a leading provider of daily data and insights about change on Earth, today announced the final agenda and speakers for its upcoming Planet On The Road event in Bali, Indonesia, on September 9, 2025. According to Nam News Network, the event will bring together Earth observation leaders and

Power Restored After Widespread Outage in Saphan Khwai Area

Bangkok: A significant power outage hit the Saphan Khwai, Bang Sue, and Pradiphat Road areas, disrupting electricity for over an hour. Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) officials were promptly on the scene to address the issue and restore order. According to Thai News Agency, the outage began around 10:00 PM, causing

Two Chinese Nationals Confirmed Dead In Bali Fast Boat Capsizing Accident

Denpasar: The Chinese consulate general in Denpasar, Bali, confirmed yesterday that two Chinese nationals were killed in a fast boat capsizing accident off Bali Island earlier in the day. According to Nam News Network, the Head of the Denpasar Search and Rescue Office, I Nyoman Sidakarya, reported that the incident

Warning of Heavy Rain in 19 Provinces Across Thailand, 40-70% Chance of Thunderstorms

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has announced thunderstorms and strong winds in some areas of Thailand, with heavy rain in some areas of 19 provinces. The Meteorological Department has issued a 24-hour weather forecast for upper Thailand, predicting thunderstorms and strong winds in some areas. Heavy rain is also expected in

Savings Groups Empower Women in Indonesian Village to Tackle Financial Challenges

Accra: The village savings and loan association (VSLA), a vital microfinance group, is making significant strides in helping women in Oetuke Village manage their finances and rebuild social cohesion in the aftermath of a devastating landslide in 2021. The association, which comprises a core group of 24 women, aims to

Former Subdistrict Chief Surrenders After Shooting Temple Abbot in Loei Province

Bangkok: A former subdistrict chief has surrendered after allegedly shooting and injuring the abbot of a well-known temple in Chiang Khan District, Loei Province. The suspect, who fled to his hometown in Maha Sarakham Province following the incident, is now facing charges of attempted murder. According to Thai News Agency,

Indonesia Provides $3.5 Million for Afghan School Meal Programme

Kabul: The UN World Food Programme (WFP) on Wednesday announced a significant boost to its school meal initiative in Afghanistan, thanks to a generous $3.5 million contribution from the Government of Indonesia. The funds will enable the WFP to acquire over 1,200 metric tons of fortified biscuits, ensuring that 200,000

Cambodian Workers Flock Back Home Amid Government Threats

Chanthaburi: The Cambodian government has issued warnings to seize land and revoke the citizenship of workers who remain in Thailand, prompting a mass return of Cambodians to their homeland. Today, a significant number of Cambodian workers are making their way back, causing an 8-kilometer traffic congestion at the Ban Laem