Category: General

EU-Philippines Strengthen Ties on Governance, Green Economy, and Mindanao Development

Brussels: The European Union (EU) and the Philippines have reaffirmed their partnership on good governance, green transition, digital economy, and Mindanao peace and development during the 5th Meeting of the Sub-Committee on Development Cooperation held in Brussels. According to European Union, the meeting was co-chaired by Mario Ronconi, representing the

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

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

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

Prime Minister Vows Tough Action Against Wrongdoing in Bangkok Remand Prison

Bangkok: The Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Anutin Charnvirakul, addressed reports concerning the Bangkok Remand Prison’s alleged provision of benefits to a group of Chinese inmates. He announced that he had instructed the Minister of Justice to strictly follow all regulations. He emphasized that “whoever commits wrongdoing will

Culture Minister Sabida Inspects Preparations for Thailand Biennale, Phuket 2025

Phuket: Culture Minister Sabida visited Phuket Province to observe preparations for the upcoming Thailand Biennale, Phuket 2025, an international contemporary art festival. The opening ceremony is scheduled for November 29. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sabida Thaiset, Minister of Culture, led executives from the Ministry of Culture, including Mr.