Earthquake Strikes Myanmar and Thailand: Hundreds Dead
BANGKOK – A catastrophic earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale struck central Myanmar near Mandalay at 12:50 PM local time on March 28. The seismic event caused widespread destruction and was felt across neighboring countries, including Thailand and parts of … Continue reading Earthquake Strikes Myanmar and Thailand: Hundreds Dead
Vietnam Cuts Tariffs on U.S. Goods to Avoid Penalties
HANOI – In a strategic move to ease trade tensions with Washington, Vietnam has announced significant tariff reductions on key U.S. products, including liquefied natural gas (LNG), automobiles, and ethanol. The cuts aim to address concerns over Vietnam’s growing trade … Continue reading Vietnam Cuts Tariffs on U.S. Goods to Avoid Penalties
Singapore and Vietnam: Strengthening Ties
HANOI – The bilateral relationship between Singapore and Vietnam has reached new heights, with both nations deepening economic and strategic cooperation, Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said at the start of his official visit to Hanoi on March 25, 2025. … Continue reading Singapore and Vietnam: Strengthening Ties
Singapore’s PM Lawrence Wong to Visit Vietnam
SINGAPORE/HANOI – Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will embark on a two-day official visit to Hanoi, Vietnam, starting tomorrow, March 25, to meet with the country’s top leadership and build upon the recently elevated bilateral relationship. The visit, made at … Continue reading Singapore’s PM Lawrence Wong to Visit Vietnam
Trilateral Talks Between China, Japan, and South Korea
TOKYO – The foreign ministers of China, Japan, and South Korea convened in Tokyo today, March 22, in a bid to revitalize trilateral cooperation and lay the groundwork for a potential leaders’ summit by the end of the year. The … Continue reading Trilateral Talks Between China, Japan, and South Korea
Heathrow Airport Shutdown Disrupts Global Air Travel
LONDON – The aviation industry faces a significant crisis as Heathrow Airport, one of the world’s busiest international travel hubs, came to a standstill following a power outage triggered by a fire at the North Hyde electrical substation in Hayes, … Continue reading Heathrow Airport Shutdown Disrupts Global Air Travel
Thailand Plans to Cut Visa-Free Stay to 30 Days
BANGKOK – Thailand, one of the world’s most sought-after travel destinations, is planning to shorten its visa-free stay for tourists from 93 countries. The current 60-day allowance, introduced last year to boost tourism, may soon be reduced back to 30 … Continue reading Thailand Plans to Cut Visa-Free Stay to 30 Days
ITB: Sri Lanka Tourism receives Green Destination Award
BERLIN – Sri Lanka Tourism was honored with the Green Destination Award at ITB Berlin this year for its many years of efforts in the field of sustainable tourism. The country was credited for its efforts in implementing sustainable environmental … Continue reading ITB: Sri Lanka Tourism receives Green Destination Award
Baidu Expands AI Ambitions with Launch of Ernie 4.5
BEIJING – Chinese tech giant Baidu has announced the launch of two new artificial intelligence models, reinforcing its position in the fast-growing AI sector. The company introduced Ernie 4.5, an upgraded foundational model, and Ernie X1, a logic-focused model designed … Continue reading Baidu Expands AI Ambitions with Launch of Ernie 4.5
Starlink’s Entry into India: A Game-Changer ?
NEW DELHI – After months of struggling to secure a foothold in India’s highly competitive internet market, Elon Musk’s Starlink is now on the verge of entering the country—thanks to an unexpected partnership with India’s two largest telecom giants. Reliance … Continue reading Starlink’s Entry into India: A Game-Changer ?