Philippines: Multiple Airlines Expand Flight Connections
MANILA – Faster and More Convenient Access Reflects the Country’s Rise as a Top Southeast Asian Destination. Several international airlines are significantly expanding their connections to the Philippines this year, offering travelers faster and more attractive options. These developments also highlight … Continue reading Philippines: Multiple Airlines Expand Flight Connections
Chiang Mai: Northern Thailand’s Cultural Gem
CHIANG MAI – Long hailed as the tourism crown jewel of Southeast Asia, Thailand has traditionally attracted global visitors to its urban capital Bangkok, the vibrant nightlife of Pattaya, and sun-soaked islands like Phuket and Koh Samui. However, recent media … Continue reading Chiang Mai: Northern Thailand’s Cultural Gem
Which Plane Seats Offer Best Chance of Survival?
LONDON/NEW DELHI – In the wake of the devastating crash of Air India Flight AI 379 on June 12, 2025, which claimed over 290 lives—including civilians on the ground—only one person survived: British-Indian passenger Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, seated in 11A. His … Continue reading Which Plane Seats Offer Best Chance of Survival?
Major Ash Eruption at Mount Lewotobi Laki‑Laki
JAKARTA – Mount Lewotobi Laki‑Laki, on Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara province, erupted on June 17, projecting an ash column up to 11 km (7 miles) into the atmosphere. The country’s volcanology agency immediately elevated the alert to Level 4 – … Continue reading Major Ash Eruption at Mount Lewotobi Laki‑Laki
Thailand’s Covid-19 Wave Eases Health Ministry Says
BANGKOK — Thailand registered 65 880 new Covid-19 cases and three deaths between 25 and 31 May, the Public Health Ministry confirmed this week. Although the figure looks steep, epidemiologists insist the country passed its seasonal peak in mid-May and … Continue reading Thailand’s Covid-19 Wave Eases Health Ministry Says