Japan keeps calling for dialogue on Middle East de-escalation
THURSDAY, APRIL 02, 2026
Japan said Trump offered no fresh route to peace, and pledged to keep pursuing dialogue with Iran while joining partners to push for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen.
Stock checks, fair pricing urged as Thailand energy crisis deepens
THURSDAY, APRIL 02, 2026
Speakers warn Thailand’s energy crisis is spreading from fuel to farms, retail, SMEs and tourism, while urging stock checks, fair pricing and targeted support.
Thai Military Deploys Armoured Vehicles to Border After Cambodian ‘Provocations’
THURSDAY, APRIL 02, 2026
Thailand deploys M113 armoured carriers to the Chong Chom border to maintain order after "inappropriate" conduct by Cambodian troops; officials deny provocation
Singapore Identifies First Cases of New Mpox Strain
THURSDAY, APRIL 02, 2026
Singapore's health agency confirms two cases of clade Ib mpox in men with mild symptoms, stressing that the risk of a mass public outbreak remains minimal
That iconic golden moment of Lisa at Wat Arun wasn’t just a look; Balmain says it was a one-off couture creation, inspired by an archival Pierre Balmain gown made for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, in 1960.
Phang Nga Earns a Spot Among the World’s Most Welcoming Regions, According to Booking.com’s Traveller Review Awards 2026
THURSDAY, APRIL 02, 2026
Powered by hundreds of millions of verified guest reviews, 1.81 million partners across 221 countries and territories earn this year’s Awards.
In Thailand, there were 16,692 property, rental car, and airport taxi partners that received the awards, with an 8.8 average review score.
Phang Nga, Thailand has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Welcoming Regions in the Traveller Review Awards 2026.