An Australian pensioner, Peter Stevenson, has moved to Phuket, Thailand, to live affordably on his age pension. He previously struggled with high rents and a shrinking budget in Victoria, Australia, but now enjoys a better quality of life in Thailand. Advocacy groups highlight the difficulties faced by Australian renters on pensions.
Peter Stevenson, an Australian pensioner, has moved from a shipping container in Victoria to a comfortable home in Thailand, affording a better quality of life on his age pension. This highlights the struggles of renters in Australia, where rising costs force many to consider leaving.
泰國國王長女帕差拉吉蒂雅帕公主於11日逝世，台灣外交部常務次長葛葆萱16日代表外交部前往泰國貿易經濟辦事處致意，並表達深切哀悼。外交部提醒旅泰國人遵循當地追悼習俗。
Chinese film 'Dear You' has generated significant anticipation among Singapore's Chinese diaspora, grossing over $236 million in China. However, concerns have arisen over potential Mandarin dubbing in Singapore, raising questions about preserving the film's authenticity and heritage.
Despite eight months in jail, a coup, and legal challenges, supporters of former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra doubt his political career is over, with some hoping for his retirement while acknowledging his continued influence.
Short-sellers are targeting Japan's yen, risking a repeat of the 1997 Asian financial crisis. Japan's weak fundamentals, high debt, and declining competitiveness make its currency vulnerable, despite large forex reserves. A potential inflation-devaluation spiral could profit speculators.
Europa verliert im Rennen um die Energiewende an Boden, während China und aufstrebende südostasiatische Länder wie Vietnam und Thailand aufholen. Diese Länder bauen eigene Wertschöpfungsketten auf und setzen stark auf Elektromobilität und erneuerbare Energien, um Importabhängigkeiten zu reduzieren und wirtschaftliche Vorteile zu erzielen. Europa steht vor der Herausforderung, seine Position zu behaupten, ohne neue Abhängigkeiten zu schaffen.
Thailand and Vietnam agreed to nearly double bilateral trade to $25 billion within four years, with plans to double it again later. The deal aims to integrate supply chains in electronics and semiconductors and reduce trade barriers, addressing shared external shocks like the fracturing of the rules-based trading order.
A Teochew-language film exploring Chinese migration and heritage has achieved significant box office success in China, while also igniting discussions across Southeast Asia regarding China's soft power and influence among Chinese diaspora communities.
Gagandeep Singh, an Indian national living in London, has been sentenced to 34 years in prison for kidnapping, raping, and torturing a woman who refused to transport a suitcase from Thailand. The victim was abducted, held for over a day, and subjected to severe abuse before being released with threats.
Prinzessin Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, älteste Tochter des thailändischen Königs Maha Vajiralongkorn, ist nach langer Krankheit verstorben. Sie war seit Dezember 2022 krankhausbedingt und hatte eine schwere Blutvergiftung.
Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol of Thailand has died at 47 after being in a coma for three years. The eldest daughter of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, she was known for her public service and justice reform projects, including the 'Inspire' campaign for imprisoned women.
Australian sprinter Jemma Stapleton, 25, a Stawell Gift finalist, died unexpectedly in Thailand while on holiday with her family; cause of death not disclosed.
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Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, eldest daughter of Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn, has died at 47 after being in a coma since December 2022. Her death raises questions about the royal succession as the King has not named an heir.
Princess Bajrakitiyabha, eldest child of Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn, dies at 47 after nearly four years in a coma, raising questions about royal succession in a sensitive monarchy.
La principessa Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, figlia maggiore del re thailandese, è deceduta all'età di 47 anni dopo una lunga malattia.
The king's eldest daughter, 47, died after a 3+ year battle with an abdominal infection, with her condition worsening despite medical support.
Thailand's Princess Bajrakitiyabha, 47, dies after a three-year coma; her death impacts royal succession dynamics, with her being a potential candidate due to her accomplishments and advocacy work.
Zwei uigurische Männer aus China wurden in Thailand wegen des Bombenanschlags auf den Erawan-Schrein 2015 zum Tode verurteilt. Bei dem Anschlag starben 20 Menschen. Die Hintergründe bleiben unklar, die Verteidigung kündigte Berufung an und wirft den Behörden Folter vor.
Denis Obrezko, a suspected Russian hacker, has been extradited from Thailand to the US to face charges for allegedly facilitating a large-scale cyber espionage campaign by the group Void Blizzard, which targeted numerous American companies.
A Thai court sentenced two Chinese nationals of Uyghur origin to death for the 2015 Erawan Shrine bombing in Bangkok, which killed 20 and injured 120. The decade-long trial concluded with convictions for premeditated and attempted murder, though the defendants deny the charges and plan to appeal.
A court in Thailand has sentenced two Chinese Uyghur men to death for the 2015 Bangkok shrine bombing, the country's deadliest terrorist attack. Despite the conviction, questions remain due to flaws in the investigation and the decade-long trial.
A Thai court has sentenced two Uighur men to death for the 2015 Erawan Shrine bombing in Bangkok, which killed 20 people and wounded over 120. The men, who deny the charges, are expected to appeal the verdict.
