Over 240,000 Cyberattacks Target Thai Businesses
BANGKOK – Thailand has emerged as the most targeted country in Southeast Asia for financial phishing attacks, as cybercriminals exploit the region’s rapidly expanding digital economy. A report by global cybersecurity firm Kaspersky revealed that Thai businesses faced more than … Continue reading Over 240,000 Cyberattacks Target Thai Businesses
Singapore: International Arrivals Set to Break Records
SINGAPORE – The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) reveals that Singapore is on track to smash its all-time international arrivals record this year, outpacing other major Southeast Asian destinations such as Thailand and the Philippines. According to the latest … Continue reading Singapore: International Arrivals Set to Break Records
Former President Duterte arrives at the ICC in The Hague
MANILA/THE HAGUE – Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has arrived in the Netherlands today, having been taken into custody by the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague. He was arrested in Manila on March 11, 2025, upon his arrival … Continue reading Former President Duterte arrives at the ICC in The Hague
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Arrested
MANILA – Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested in Manila today, March 11, upon his arrival at Ninoy Aquino International Airport, following his return from Hong Kong. It is expected that Duterte will be transported to the International … Continue reading Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Arrested
President Marcos Jr. Redefines Philippine-China Relations
MANILA – Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has drawn a firm line in the sand against China, making his country’s increasingly strained relationship with Beijing a focal point of his campaign ahead of the May mid-term elections. Speaking in Mindanao, … Continue reading President Marcos Jr. Redefines Philippine-China Relations
Trump’s Comeback: Mixed Expectations for ASEAN
SINGAPORE – As the second term for Donald Trump in the White House draws closer, Southeast Asia’s future under his leadership is becoming a subject of intense speculation. While Singapore appears to stand to gain from a renewed partnership with … Continue reading Trump’s Comeback: Mixed Expectations for ASEAN
Southeast Asia’s Top Destinations for Christmas Getaways
BANGKOK – As winter weather sets in, bringing cold, wet, and dreary days, it’s the perfect time to consider a sunny beach holiday in Southeast Asia. Whether you’re looking to escape the chill or soak up some festive sunshine, these … Continue reading Southeast Asia’s Top Destinations for Christmas Getaways
Super Typhoon “Kong-rey” Causes Widespread Devastation
MANILA/TAIPEI/SEOUL/TOKYO – As super typhoon “Kong-rey” continues its path through East Asia, it has left a trail of destruction in the Philippines, Taiwan, and South Korea, prompting urgent preparations in Japan for the storm’s arrival. In the Philippines, “Kong-rey” unleashed … Continue reading Super Typhoon “Kong-rey” Causes Widespread Devastation
PATA Tourism Monitor 2024: Asia Pacific Tourism Booms
BANGKOK – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has released its Annual Tourism Monitor for 2024, revealing remarkable growth in international visitor arrivals across 47 Asia Pacific destinations. With a staggering 522 million arrivals in 2023, this marks a 94.3% … Continue reading PATA Tourism Monitor 2024: Asia Pacific Tourism Booms
Typhoon Approaches Philippines Amid Recovery Efforts
MANILA – Villagers in northern provinces of the Philippines are being forced to evacuate as Typhoon Kong-rey approaches, compounding the challenges faced by a nation still grappling with the aftermath of a recent storm that claimed at least 182 lives … Continue reading Typhoon Approaches Philippines Amid Recovery Efforts