Ahead of dreaded TikTok ban, US ‘refugees’ flee to China’s Xiaohongshu app but not all are welcoming
Chinese users are responding with a mix of enthusiasm for cultural exchange and frustration over altered algorithms.
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Commentary: The report card for Prabowo’s first 100 days? A confused one
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is deeply invested in areas of his interest but the policies that fall outside are unlikely to get much of a look-in, says this journalist who covers Southeast Asia politics.
Thaksin defends entertainment complexes as critic decries ‘sin economy’
Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has defended the government’s entertainment complex bill, pointing out the contentious matter of a casino represents only 10% of each site, while a Democrat Party member is accusing the Pheu Thai-led administration of seeking to establish a “sin economy”.
Taking down gorilla smugglers proves difficult
A wildlife official following up on the discovery of a baby gorilla seized in Turkey and allegedly bound for Thailand, has admitted that taking action against any guilty party may be difficult.
Missing Chinese model returns home safely
A Chinese model who had been missing for almost a month has been located and safely returned to his country, Thai police said on Saturday.
‘Home for Thais’ website crashes as 12 million register
More than 12 million people reportedly registered for the government’s new “Home for Thais” housing programme on Friday, causing the official website to crash.
Monk accused of raping retreat participant
Rape charges were filed on Saturday against a Buddhist monk who allegedly took advantage of a woman who was participating in a meditation retreat at his monastery in Buri Ram.
Xi says China, Vietnam to build community with shared future of strategic significance
Read MoreXi says China, Vietnam to build community with shared future of strategic significanceVivian Balakrishnan to attend ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat in Langkawi
The retreat is the first high-level meeting hosted by Malaysia as the 2025 ASEAN Chair.