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Bank of Thailand tightens controls on gold traders to curb strong baht
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2025
Bank of Thailand steps up scrutiny on gold traders to manage baht strength, warning large FX flows from gold trading could destabilise the currency.
Is hair loss a public health issue? President Lee Jae Myung believes so
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2025
President Lee Jae Myung’s suggestion that South Korea expand public health insurance coverage for hair loss treatment has sparked a backlash, with critics questioning whether the insurance service's strained funds should be used for conditions that are not life-threatening.
Wang Yi calls with Cambodian and Thai foreign ministers, urges immediate ceasefire
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2025
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi urges both Cambodia and Thailand to cease fire and de-escalate tensions, expressing concerns over rising violence along the border.
TMD warns of 14°C cold in northern Thailand, heavy rain in south, with flood risks
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2025
Sharp 14°C Chill Grips Northern Thailand as Southern Provinces Face Critical Rainfall Warnings." As mercury plunges in highlands, residents in south are being warned of mudslides and sudden floods triggered by intensifying northeast monsoon.
TikTok finalises deal to sell majority of US assets to American-led venture
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2025
TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, has reached a significant agreement to sell more than 80% of its US assets to a group of investors, including American firms, in order to avert a potential ban in the United States.
Thailand leads SEA Games with historic gold in sailing and strong performances across sports
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2025
Thailand dominates the 33rd SEA Games with 196 gold medals, led by Her Majesty the Queen's historic sailing victory. Highlights include men's volleyball, tennis, and diving successes, as Thailand remains at the top of the medal table.
2 Japan GSDF Choppers Targeted with Lasers
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
Two helicopters of Japan's Ground Self-Defence Force (GSDF) were hit by laser beams over Shizuoka Prefecture, central Japan, on Tuesday and Wednesday, the GSDF has said on Thursday (December 18).
Japan to Implement Income Tax Hike for Defense Spending in 2027
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
Japanese government and ruling parties decided Thursday (December 18) to implement a planned income tax hike in January 2027, as part of efforts to secure funding for increased defence spending.